Hard to believe, but we’ve been spending the holidays with you for the last 15 years. Thanks for being a reader, tipster, friend of Baristanet. Wishing you and yours a […]
December 2019
Posted inMontclair Area
Essex County Jury Convicts Serial Killer on All Counts
Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens, II, announced today that an Essex County jury has convicted serial killer Khalil Wheeler-Weaver, 23, of Orange on three counts of murder in […]
Posted inNews, Religion
Photos: Winter Solstice Ceremony welcomes brighter days
The shortest day of the year is recognized with rituals, readings and meditation for the Winter Solstice ceremony of the UUCM Sacred Wheel CUUPS (Covenant of Unitarian Universalist Pagans), in […]
Posted inMontclair Area
Montclair Celebrates Hanukkah 2019 with Menorah Lighting and Gelt Drop on Church Street
Montclair celebrated Hanukkah 2019 with a Menorah Lighting and Gelt Drop on Church Street and a whole lot more. Check out the video to see the Fire and Ice celebration.
Posted inCommunity, Religion, Top Stories
Photos: A Hanukkah “Fire on Ice” street party lights the night in Montclair
A crowd of hundreds parties on Church Street this year at Chabad Montclair ‘s “Fire and Ice” Hanukkah party, celebrating the miracle of the light over darkness with music, food, […]
Posted inFeatured Posts
Celebrate 2020 with The Fam! A Guide To New Year’s Eve Family Fun!
New Year’s Eve isn’t just for grown-ups! The kids want to celebrate too! Get ready for some family fun, New Year’s Eve style with celebrations near and far! Celebrate early […]
Posted inFeatured Posts
Ring in 2020! New Year’s Eve Celebrations: Disco Masquerade, Gatsby Parties, Hip Hop Pop-Up Dinner and More
Got 2020 plans? Check out these New Year’s Eve celebrations include Gatsby parties and overnight gong immersion; a Disco Masquerade; a cruise around Manhattan, gourmet meals, and much more! Laurel […]
Posted inEducation, News, Top Stories
Interim superintendent shares vision for Montclair schools
By ERIN ROLL roll@montclairlocal.news Interim Superintendent Nathan Parker was brought in as Montclair’s interim superintendent of schools in August, as the district searches for a permanent superintendent. As of Dec. […]
Posted inLifestyle
Montclair Literary Festival: Book Tour – Isabel Allende: A Long Petal of the Sea
Succeed2gether’s Montclair Literary Festival welcomes renowned author Isabel Allende to a pre-festival event in Montclair on Wednesday, January 22, 2020, to discuss her latest novel, A Long Petal of the […]
Posted inArts, Top Stories
All aboard! Montclair student in The Polar Express
Montclair middle-schoolern Adrian Bergstrom-Shaw plays a Hero Child in the immersive theatrical experience “The Polar Express.
Posted inArts, Top Stories
Theater review: Happily ever after in ‘Cinderella’
Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, at Paper Mill Playhouse, charms with lilting melodies, vivid performances, and, of course, a happy ending.
Posted inCommunity, Holidays, Top Stories
Program Notes: Christmas envy, holiday of lights
At this darkest time of the year, Jews have the Festival of lights: but no outdoor lights… can you blame us for having a little Christmas-trapping envy?
Posted inFeatured Posts
Baristaville Open Houses: Sunday, December 22
This week’s open house column is sponsored by Kate McDonough. Not much on the market this weekend, but there are a few stocking stuffers. We end with a flourish. 31 […]
Posted inSocial
Time To Make The Latkes! Bnai Keshet’s Latkepalooza is Friday, December 27
All are invited to Bnai Keshet’s annual Latkepalooza at 6:00pm Friday, December 27th. The event is free. Expect a celebration you won’t want to miss. Taste delicious latkes made by […]