The Center for Contemporary Art 2023 Members’ Juried Exhibition includes seventy-five works of art by members in painting, printmaking, charcoal, ink, graphite, pastel, fiber, photography, mixed media, ceramics, and more. Juror: Jessica Melillo. For more information visit our website. Pictured: Best of Show, “Masked Self-Portrait” by Agnes Golen
Spruce up your home’s entryway or garden with items our Director of Horticulture has carefully selected. We’re offering the best mums, bulbs and mixed planters for Autumn with easy online purchase and pick up at Van Vleck Gardens in the following weeks. The online sale will run from August 25th – Sept. 10th. Mums will be […]
Pilates on the Mat: a Virtual Summer Classical Pilates series. This series follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago. Utilizing all 34 exercises of the Pilates Mat sequence, participants will strengthen their core, pelvic floor, and balance; improve posture and learn something new about themselves. We encourage you to have […]
Looking to sharpen your tech skills or learn new software? Bloomfield Public Library will be offering technology tutoring starting on Monday, July 10, 2023. Sign-ups will be for Mondays and Wednesdays, 2pm and 3pm. Additionally, appointments will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am and 12pm. Tutoring sessions will last 30-40 minutes at the […]
Looking to sharpen your tech skills or learn new software? Bloomfield Public Library will be offering technology tutoring starting on Monday, July 10, 2023. Sign-ups will be for Mondays and Wednesdays, 2pm and 3pm. Additionally, appointments will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am and 12pm. Tutoring sessions will last 30-40 minutes at the […]
Join us for a screening of the documentary "The Automat", followed by a Q&A session with the Director, Lisa Hurwitz. Please register to attend. The Automat 2021 - 1 hr 18 mins - Watch the Trailer Featuring an original new song written and performed by Mel Brooks, THE AUTOMAT, which premiered at the 2021 Telluride Film Festival, […]
Looking to sharpen your tech skills or learn new software? Bloomfield Public Library will be offering technology tutoring starting on Monday, July 10, 2023. Sign-ups will be for Mondays and Wednesdays, 2pm and 3pm. Additionally, appointments will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am and 12pm. Tutoring sessions will last 30-40 minutes at the […]
Montclair's own cornhole league is hosted at Montclair Brewery, Wednesday nights. Check out the cornhole league tab on https://www.montclairbrewery.com/ to sign up or get more info!
Looking to sharpen your tech skills or learn new software? Bloomfield Public Library will be offering technology tutoring starting on Monday, July 10, 2023. Sign-ups will be for Mondays and Wednesdays, 2pm and 3pm. Additionally, appointments will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am and 12pm. Tutoring sessions will last 30-40 minutes at the […]
Sip and Sing is back! Join us for weekly karaoke and enjoy music, laughs, and of course, beer!
Our Bulb Fundraiser is back! With a nod to our Dutch "Speertown" roots, we’ve got heirloom bulbs for your garden. These are the varieties you may have found in Montclair gardens back when our houses were newly built, from the late 1700s up through the 1950s. Have fun and try something new/old!Sales close Monday, September […]
For adults who grew up in dysfunctional families. We meet to share our experience of growing up in an environment where abuse, neglect and trauma infected us. This affects us today and influences how we deal with all aspects of our lives. ACA provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment that allows us to grieve our childhoods […]
Montclair's own cornhole league is hosted at Montclair Brewery, Wednesday nights. Check out the cornhole league tab on https://www.montclairbrewery.com/ to sign up or get more info!
On Tuesday, September 5, from 7:30 to 10 pm., the Oratorio Society of New Jersey (OSNJ) will begin rehearsals for its new season at Union Congregational Church, 176 Cooper Ave., Montclair. The first concert of the season, scheduled for November 18, will feature Handel's Judas Maccabeus. Singers in all vocal parts (soprano, also, tenor, bass) are […]
Announcing The Art of Giving: 35 th Anniversary Celebration, Family Promise of Essex County’s gala fund-raising event on Thursday, October 5, 2023, from 7:00 – 10:00pm at the Montclair Art Museum, in Montclair. Guests will enjoy an engaging evening surrounded by the Museum gallery ambiance, including delightful entertainment from local artists, scrumptious cuisine by In […]
Join us on Sunday 9/17 at 10 am in the backyard for our Blessing of the Animals (and people too!) worship service. If your special pet cannot make it, bring a picture. If you do not have a pet, but would like us to pray for an animal that is becoming extinct -bring a picture […]
Healing through sound vibration supports your mental, emotional and spiritual well-being. Negative and stagnant energy is cleared and replaced with Reiki healing, leaving you feeling lighter, relaxed and balanced. Come monthly to enjoy a relaxing sound bath on the first Thursday of every month and also receive individual Reiki healing from Bernadette. Crystal Singing Bowls […]
Sip and Sing is back! Join us for weekly karaoke and enjoy music, laughs, and of course, beer!
Our Bulb Fundraiser is back! With a nod to our Dutch "Speertown" roots, we’ve got heirloom bulbs for your garden. These are the varieties you may have found in Montclair gardens back when our houses were newly built, from the late 1700s up through the 1950s. Have fun and try something new/old!Sales close Monday, September […]
September 8 Inspired by Henri Matisse Friday, September 8, 2023 7:00 PM 9:00 PM September 8- inspired by Henri Matisse Step into the enchanting world of Henri Matisse and experience the magic of his art through our “Inspired by Matisse” painting workshop. Learn step by step and immerse yourself in the vivid colors, bold shapes, […]
Learn more about all of local non-profit Succeed2gether’s programs at its Open House this Saturday, September 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. All interested students and caregivers are invited! Succeed2gether staff and volunteers from Montclair State University will be on hand to discuss the different programs including S2G’s successful one-on-one after-school tutoring program, Pathways […]
For adults who grew up in dysfunctional families. We meet to share our experience of growing up in an environment where abuse, neglect and trauma infected us. This affects us today and influences how we deal with all aspects of our lives. ACA provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment that allows us to grieve our childhoods […]
This Saturday, September 9, the Montclair Jazz Festival Downtown Jamboree takes over a half-mile stretch of Bloomfield Avenue to put on the largest jazz festival in the greater NYC area. Presented by BDP Holdings, LLC and produced by Jazz House Kids, the Downtown Jamboree is one of Montclair’s most exciting events. There will be eight […]
Food lovers will be spoiled for choice in South Orange’s downtown district on Sunday, September 10th from 1-4 pm. Hosted by South Orange Downtown (SODT), the Food Stroll & Pub Crawl is a family-friendly event that showcases the district’s diverse restaurants and unique retailers. For one day only, hundreds will gather downtown to stroll and […]
Join us for our latest Art Exhibit featuring the art of Edmond Wilson presented in Montclair Brewery for the first time! This unveiling will be accompanied by the intricate sounds of DJ DAN C.E. Expertly crafted Jamaican food will also be available on-site by Montclair's own Caribbean Grill! Edmond Wilson is a multidisciplinary artist originally […]
3rd Sunday of the month, 2 p.m. Public Tour FREE with Museum admission Discover the Museum’s collection and special exhibitions through a docent-led tour.
Interested in joining the Junior League? Come and meet us, there is still time to join for this upcoming year! We invite you to join us at The Parkside Social on Tuesday, Sept 12th, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm to meet and mingle with current members and prospective new members. RSVP using the link below! https://forms.gle/CzusNysSTiqHixECA […]
DJ No Requests hosts Trivia Night at Montclair Brewery now at a new time! There will be prizes for one lucky team! Teams of up to 6 players are welcome. Follow @norequests973 on Instagram for more info.
Did you know that Label Street and the surrounding area was a significant manufacturing neighborhood of Montclair in the 19th century? Originally fueled by the waterpower of Toney’s Brook, then steam power, combined with the transportation opportunities afforded by the railroad, one of the largest American label manufacturers became the center of this highly successful […]
This once-a-month popup invites the community to share a free meal. We ask that this kindness received be paid forward. With a smile, by being kind to yourself, by volunteering, or by making a tax-deductible donation to the Salvation Army.
Join us in celebrating the opening of three new fall exhibitions at the Montclair State University Galleries. Free and open to the public.
Montclair, New Jersey – CASA for Children of Essex County is thrilled to collaborate with PastaRAMEN to bring the community an unforgettable dining experience – all while making a difference in the lives of youth in Essex County living in foster care. Set for September 14, 2023, diners are invited to indulge in the culinary […]
Our Bulb Fundraiser is back! With a nod to our Dutch "Speertown" roots, we’ve got heirloom bulbs for your garden. These are the varieties you may have found in Montclair gardens back when our houses were newly built, from the late 1700s up through the 1950s. Have fun and try something new/old!Sales close Monday, September […]
You are invited We are proud to announce the official opening of our Montclair KINDNESS CLOSET. Montclair Community Church - 143 Watchung Avenue, Upper Montclair, NJ 07043. Ribbon cutting at 11am on September 15th. www.projectkindcares.com
Be part of the excitement at Ria X Gallery's newest exhibition, "Come Rain or Shine." Explore stunning sculptural works by acclaimed artists Christine Romanell, Ricky Heeraman, and J. Aaron Alderman. Join us on opening night from 6-9 PM for a memorable evening filled with refreshments and the chance to engage with fellow art enthusiasts. Venue: […]
“8-Track Throwback: The Remix”: Returning to the Laurie Beechman stage for the first time since 2019, Marquee Five’s tribute to the 8-Track era has exploded with new favorites alongside tried-and-true hits from Van Morrison, Dolly Parton, Stevie Wonder, and others. “8-Track Throwback: The Remix” is a newly reimagined and joyous celebration of the music that […]
MCF has partnered with the League of Women Voters of the Montclair Area and Montclair Climate Action to offer Composting 101, a series of monthly one-hour FREE sessions to introduce new folks to composting, and to expand the knowledge of current composters! Come together with others who are interested or involved in composting to share […]
Learn about masks used in Latin American celebrations, ceremonies and rituals. Kids will see examples from the Americas and decorate their own with paint, beads, feathers, and paper. They’ll incorporate them with favorite Latin American elements like animals, flowers, and carnival characters. Monica Chavarria leads this workshop, highlighting the importance of cultural preservation and celebrating […]
For adults who grew up in dysfunctional families. We meet to share our experience of growing up in an environment where abuse, neglect and trauma infected us. This affects us today and influences how we deal with all aspects of our lives. ACA provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment that allows us to grieve our childhoods […]
MCA is organizing a group to head in to the march together from Montclair. We're meeting at Bay Street Station at 10:30 am for a rally, then catching the 11 am train into NYC. The march starts at 1 pm, and will finish around 4:30 pm.
Victorian Society in America Northern New Jersey Chapter VSA-NNJ meets monthly from September to June for lectures and events related to 19th-century history, usually on the third Monday of the month. Our next program will be: Dancing on the Edge of the Gilded Age: Ulysses and Julia Grant Presented by Ulysses Dietz Monday, September 18, […]
Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center will be at the library on the third Tuesday of each month for Blood Pressure and Blood Glucose screenings. First come first served, no appointment required.
Join Curator and Exhibition Coordinator Jesse Bandler Firestone for a tour of our current exhibitions.
WED SEP 20 1:30PM | Cali Midweek Concert | Introduction to the Music of Composer Paola Prestini Cali Conversations – Paola Prestini in conversation with Professor Aaron Helgeson Introduction to the Cali School of Music’s 23-24 Artist-in-Residence’s music, improvisation, and new techniques in a live performance Leshowitz Recital Hall Reservations Required Composer, Co – Founder & Artistic Director of National Sawdust […]
Learn about the décima espinela, a unique poetic form created in 1591 during Spain's Siglo de Oro (Golden Age). MPL’s Mr. Deivis gives a 30 minute presentation about the décima, and its mark throughout the Latin Americas, with examples in Spanish and English. Afterwards kids can write their own. Speakers of all languages are welcome. […]
If learning to play music is on your bucket list, come learn to our beginning Recorder Class! It is easy to learn and soon you will be jamming with others making beautiful music. Bring a Soprano or Alto Recorder. Music supplied. This class has been rescheduled from Montclair Life Long Learning. For more information, send […]
Join us for the first-ever NJRealtors® Housing OpportunityFoundation 5K, in collaboration with the Montclair Brewery andFleet Feet Montclair. The 5K walk/run to and from the brewery will include a free beer, pizza, and live music by Big Train.
Ticket Price: $30 + Processing Fee Celebrate the Autumn Equinox with Reify Energy at our transformative Women's Healing Circle—an evening dedicated to self-care, rejuvenation, and sisterhood. Renewal through Intentional Movement & Stillness Immerse yourself in a rejuvenating experience, guided by the founders of Reify Energy, D, and Tori. Delve into breath-focused yoga, designed to promote […]
Come tour our space, meet with our team, and experience why Loop is unlike any other space in the area. Complimentary Morning Meditation Open Coffee & Latte Bar Light Breakfast Wellness Shots
OPENING RECEPTION FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2023; 6-8 pmEXHIBITION RUNS SEPTEMBER 22 - DEC 15, 2023 This Fall, The BrassWorks Gallery welcomes our friend and celebrated artist, Allan Gorman. This show, Searching for Drama, captivates his iconic fusion of hyperrealism and abstract art. Allan Gorman’s artwork takes the viewer on a journey into the drama created […]
Autumn is here! Together, we'll honor the shift in mindset this season heralds. Join Connie Viglietti to reflect on what curiosity is bubbling up inside of you, prepare for new goals and explore your path to a fabulous fall! Circles is a monthly gathering that brings women together in a safe space for discussion and community. […]
🎉 Uptown Montclair's Sidewalk Sale & Street Fair is the place to be on Saturday, September 23rd! Find treasures, enjoy delicious food, have a blast with family friendly activities, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere near Valley Road and Bellevue Avenue. The excitement begins at 9 AM. It’s a day you won’t want to miss! 🛍️🌞 […]
Join us on Saturday, September 23rd for the first-ever OutpostFest at Van Vleck House and Gardens! Six acts, two stages — a one-day family-friendly event outdoors at the beautiful Van Vleck House and Gardens with the quality music you expect from Outpost in the Burbs. Featuring Nicole Atkins, Joe Pug, Freedy Johnston, Hodera, Debra Devi, […]
For adults who grew up in dysfunctional families. We meet to share our experience of growing up in an environment where abuse, neglect and trauma infected us. This affects us today and influences how we deal with all aspects of our lives. ACA provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment that allows us to grieve our childhoods […]
Come join us for a pawsitively fun event at Bond Vet - Montclair! We're throwing an open house pawty and you're invited! Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at our location on Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair, NJ. This event will feature: -Freebies from L&B Healthy Pet Markets -Nail trims by Pamper Your Pet Dog […]
Prenatal Yoga provides space to safely embrace the changes of pregnancy both in mind and body, slow down and connect with baby, and build community with other parents-to-be. Participants will learn to stretch, move, and relax in ways that safely support the changes of mind and body throughout their pregnancy. SUNDAYS SEPT 24-NOV 5* | […]
This excellent music trio specializes in low-key blues, jazz, Latin jazz, and Caribbean rhythms. $5 cover charge per person that goes directly to our artists.
Lotería!: Bilingual Bingo (ages 5+) Tuesday, September 26, 4-5p.m., Main Library, Auditorium Join us for a few rounds of bingo featuring MPL’s spin on the traditional Lotería game played in Mexico. Our cantor (bingo caller) will switch between Spanish and English throughout each round. Auditorium; Registration recommended.
Dear Parents and Guardians, We are thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you for our Mentoring Open House, dedicated to young men in grades 4 through 12. Our program is built on a mission of creating school-anchored and community-based mentoring activities that foster safe, nurturing, and positive relationships between adult mentors and their male […]
Whether you’re curious about how to save money on heating and cooling your home with electric heat pumps, or you’re passionate about shrinking your personal use of fossil fuels, the library is here to help. Hear from local contractors and homeowners about their own experiences with installing heat pumps, and learn all about the new […]
Come see a newly released film in an environment that’s friendly to parents and caregivers of new babies. Crying babies and nursing mothers welcomed. Socialize with other new parents and bond over the joys of parenthood. No judgment. Just movies. Join us on Wednesday, September 27 at 10:00am for MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3 […]
Listen to books in Spanish and English set in the Andes Mountains, South America. Children will enjoy singular stories featuring indigenous characters such as “Run, Little Chaski! An Inka Trail Adventure” by Maria Llanos. Storyroom; No registration required. Disfruten de libros sobre la Cordillera de los Andes en Sudamérica. Disfruta de historias singulares protagonizadas por […]
Virtual Talk Artists from Lenape (Delaware), Haudenosaunee, and other regional Indigenous nations create works with visual and political power, often grounded in relationships to place. Laura J. Allen, Curator of Native American Art at Montclair Art Museum (MAM), will discuss how the institution is engaging with regional and diasporic Native art. She will emphasize MAM’s […]
Are you stuck in a post-Labor Day rut? Do you feel like your days are running you, instead of you running your days? We get it! We've been there, too. The good news? You're just a few conscious choices away from being back in the groove! Join life mindset and life transition coach Carla Greengrass […]
Are you stuck in a post-Labor Day rut? Do you feel like your days are running you, instead of you running your days? We get it! We've been there, too. The good news? You're just a few conscious choices away from being back in the groove! Join life mindset and life transition coach Carla Greengrass […]
Join us on the Fairy Trail for our fall building day! Each family will receive materials to create a fairy house on our trail as we prepare our trail for the season of fall. A fairy themed craft and scavenger hunt will also be included. Program will be held outdoors, and is fair weather only […]
The upcoming new season is a great opportunity to go through your things and see what you can get rid of, and what you need. And where better to bring things that you don't want, or to find things that you need, than at the Fall Montclair Swap. When: Drop off donations on Friday, September 29th from 4:00 […]
Experience what it means to Gather For Good™. Come tour our space, meet with our team, and experience why Loop is unlike any other space in the area. Morning Meditation Open Coffee & Latte Bar Light Breakfast Wellness Shots
Join us at the Montclair Art Museum for a free docent-led tour of MAM’s newest exhibition, Taking Space: Contemporary Women Artists and the Politics of Scale. This show invites viewers to consider how space, size, scale and repetition can be interpreted as political gestures in the practices of many women artists. The works you will […]
Come in to view Edmond Wilson's artwork proudly displayed (and for sale!) one last time. DJ DAN C.E. will be providing his skillful spinning to accompany the occasion. Cruzan Usvi BBQ will be on-site offering delectable BBQ from 5pm onward. Don't miss out! Edmond Wilson is a multidisciplinary artist originally hailing from New Jersey. His work ranges […]
Caregivers are invited (but not required) to join children ages 5 and older in this class that that teaches the fundamentals of yoga in a playful and age-appropriate manner.
The Class of 2026 at Montclair High School is hosting a Clothing Drive on Saturday, September 30th. It will be held from 9am to 1pm in the Main Entrance of Montclair High School (100 Chestnut Street). All used clothing must be in plastic bags and this is a one day only event. Please see the […]
Brookdale Reformed Church is offering a MASSIVE Rummage Sale on Saturday 9/30 beginning at 9am. So many wonderful have donated that you are sure to find a hidden treasure!
Prenatal Yoga provides space to safely embrace the changes of pregnancy both in mind and body, slow down and connect with baby, and build community with other parents-to-be. Participants will learn to stretch, move, and relax in ways that safely support the changes of mind and body throughout their pregnancy. SUNDAYS SEPT 24-NOV 5* | […]
Join us for a delightful afternoon of High Fashion, High Art, High Tea on Sunday, October 1, 2023 at 2PM in the beautiful setting of the Kennedy-Martin-Stelle Farmstead. Fall Fundraiser Details... Fashion Show highlighting the latest trends in autumn fashion. Outfit inspiration for Far Hills Race Meeting attendees and apparel lovers alike. Art Exhibition showcasing […]
As we celebrate the wonder of God’s creation, we offer a blessing to pet owners and their beloved animals. We will have a short celebration on the lawn and offer individual blessings to pets and their stewards. Furry, scaly, and stuffed companions and their people are invited and welcome. Please join us at St. Luke's, […]
