Bestselling author and #BookTok favorite Taylor Jenkins Reid is back! Succeed2gether's Montclair Literary Festival is thrilled to welcome author of Daisy Jones & The Six, Malibu Rising, and The Seven Husbands […]
Out Montclair’s Out At Night leaders invite you to join us for our OM's first ever Board Game Bash! Complimentary. Suggested $12 Contribution. RSVP Here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/outmontclair/753101 Come on by for […]
South Street Seaport Museum's monthly sea-music events continue in September. Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music – the original NYC chantey sing, now made popular on TikTok – will be held on […]
A whole new lineup of Fall MILL programs is on the horizon with registration beginning September 6th at 10am. Lifelong Montclair/MILL, a project funded by Partners for Health and the Township of Montclair, is offering over 25 classes during the 2022 Fall semester starting in September, and running until ear-ly December. The lineup includes daily […]
The Theater League of Clifton will hold auditions for its Halloween dinner/theater musical production of “Witches and Warlocks” on Sept. 6 and 7, 7-9 p.m., at the Clifton Elks Lodge, 775 Clifton Ave. (at the corner of Colfax Avenue), Clifton. Call backs are slated for Sept. 7, 9-10 p.m., if necessary. The cast will feature […]
On Tuesday, September 6, from 7:30 to 10:00 pm, the Oratorio Society of New Jersey (OSNJ) will begin rehearsals for their 70th Anniversary Season at Union Congregational Church, 176 Cooper Avenue, Montclair. The first concert of the season, scheduled for November 19, will feature Mozart’s Requiem and Beethoven’s Choral Fantasy. Singers in all vocal parts […]
Join us for a special storytime just for our tiniest patrons! We'll sing songs, nursery rhymes, and read a few board books geared towards those from ages birth-18 months. Please bring something to sit on such as a towel. No registration required, but recommended for updates and reminders. https://montclairlibrary.libnet.info/event/6987224
Whether you’re considering switching to an electric vehicle (EV) or just curious about your options, learn all about driving electric from experts and EV owners: the myths, the advantages, the new financial incentives, and environmental benefits. Q&A period to follow. Co-presented by Montclair Climate Action and the Sierra Club. Register at bit.ly/EV_101
SEPTEMBER 8 - 25, 2022 Performances are Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 8:00 PM, and Saturdays and Sundays at 3:00 PM. Scab BY GINO DIIORIO DIRECTED BY JOHN J. WOOTEN 2020/21 Play Festival Finalist Gilda, a middle-aged woman, has to train Eduardo, a young Mexican man, how to be a shop foreman when her factory […]
Public Sale dates: Friday September 9th through Sunday, September 11. Hours: Friday and Saturday 9am – 4pm, Sunday 10am – 4pm Our Fall Plant Sale returns! Don’t miss this chance to shop local and find beautiful mums, cabbages and a variety of unique plants to make your home and garden more welcoming this season. Our […]
Join us for the first Storytime on the Green of the Fall with Karina Gonzalez, author of "The Coquies Still Sing" on Friday, September 9 at 4:30. Co-quí, co-quí! The coquí frogs sing to Elena from her family's beloved mango tree--their calls so familiar that they might as well be singing, "You are home, you […]
Looking to join a synagogue or send your kids to Hebrew school? Please join us at Temple Sholom of West Essex on Friday September 9th for shabbat services and Ice Cream. Come meet our Religious School Director, Rabbi and amazing new Cantor. Please RSVP to 973-239-1321 or feel free to message me for more info.
Saturday, September 10 1 - 9pm The MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL Downtown Jamboree will transform the vibrant, arts-rich, New York City urban suburb of Montclair, NJ into a musical mecca. This is the second time that the festival takes to the streets of downtown Montclair to support the vibrant main business district. Three downtown stages and […]
Saturday, 10am-12pm $58 - MEMBERS, SENIORS, STUDENTS AND CHILDREN/ $65 - ADULTS REGISTER Have you always wanted to try sewing something yourself? Join us for this two-hour workshop with artist Rashidah Nelson, from Brick City Cross Stitch, to learn how to sew your own pouch or clutch. You will leave this workshop with a finished […]
The LWV.Eco “We Love Eagle Rock Reservation” hiking series, which has provided families and enthusiasts Saturday morning opportunities to get out of the house and enjoy a slice of Mother Nature’s beauty, heads into its last two months, having run on a monthly basis since June. Join us on Saturday, September 10, 2022 for […]
Join us Saturday, Sept 10th for the next installment of Downtown on Display- Bloomin' Brunch! Edith Villavicencio, owner of Garden of Edith Floral Design Studio will guide participants to create a beautiful floral arrangement. During this 2 hour workshop, you'll also learn tips on how to keep your flowers looking fresh longer, work with specific […]
Comedian Maria Bamford is revered for her deeply personal comedy about mental illness as well as her dead-on impressions. Stephen Colbert called her his “favorite comedian on earth” and Judd Apatow said she is “the funniest woman in the world.” Maria is the first female comic to have two half-hour Comedy Central Presents specials.
FIAF Montclair is thrilled to welcome international literary sensation Joël Dicker for the debut of his newly-translated novel, The Enigma of Room 622, on Tuesday, September 13, from 7-9pm at the historic Van Vleck House and Gardens. In conversation with writer and editor Kate Tuttle, the award-winning author will discuss aspects of his career, love of travel, and his new thriller situated […]
Watchung Booksellers welcomes New York Times “Your Money” columnist Ron Lieber to discuss "The Price You Pay for College: An Entirely New Roadmap for the Biggest Financial Decision Your Family Will Ever Make" on Wednesday, September 14 at 7:00 p.m. Sticker prices at flagship state universities can now top $125,000 for four years of tuition, […]
Location: Billy Johnson Auditorium: Wednesday, 7-9pm FREE. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. REGISTER Join us for the premiere of two original documentaries that shed new light on the lives of a pair of towering figures in the struggle to end slavery, Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass. The films are directed by Oscar-nominated filmmaker Stanley Nelson (Attica, Freedom Riders, […]
Montclair History Center Trustee Helen Fallon brings you back-to-school, with a program on the district’s earliest history. The presentation illustrates a timeline of the district’s development, full of pictures and trivia. Helen Fallon is the Vice President of the Montclair History Center Board of Trustees. She has researched and presented on and/or written about many […]
Celebrate National Grandparents’ Day (September 11) and join author and storyteller Mary Amato to explore fun ways to share family stories. She’ll lead a game and a fun exercise and then give some tips for how to share family stories at home. All ages and family constellations are welcome. Registration required and limited (please register […]
Join us for the opening reception as we present the photographs of Martta Kelly.
Flower Show Coming to the Van Vleck House & Gardens After a long, unanticipated hiatus, the Garden Club of Montclair is staging a Design Specialty Flower Show, Arts & Flowers, at the beautiful Van Vleck House & Gardens from September 16-18, 2022. The show will adhere to all the specifications of the National Garden Club […]
Join us for Storytime on the Green with Donna Cangelosi, author of "Mr. Rogers' Gift of Music" on Friday, September 16 at 4:00 on the Watchung Plaza Green. This sensitive, life-affirming biography not only portrays the life of the beloved TV personality, but focuses on Fred’s most memorable songs and musical TV moments, and captures […]
The Center for Contemporary Art in Bedminster is holding its largest fundraiser of the year on Friday, September 16 from 7-10 pm. Purchase tickets and enjoy an evening of avant-garde appetizers, chic cocktails, live music, 50/50 raffle, and a chance to go home with an original work of art created by The Center’s talented community […]
Latinos of Montclair kicks off Montclair’s inaugural Latinos Heritage Month festivities with a Latin Dance Party at Porta. Tickets - $25 All proceeds go to Montclair’s First Latino Heritage Celebration on October 1, 2022 at the Montclair Art Musuem.
Show your support for small businesses while enjoying a day of great shopping deals, dining and fun! Saturday, September 17, 2022, 9-5pm, rain or shine. Valley Road will be closed between Lorraine and Bellevue Avenues. DJ at The Montclair Diner! Dance performance by Beyond the Boogie! Live music and activities at other businesses throughout the […]
Come join our free Open House on Saturday, September 17, 2022 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Drop in to tour the studio, browse our nonprofit Dance Store, meet the staff, and try some free dance classes for ages 3-adult. The Open House is free and open to the community. Bring your friends and come prepared to […]
Saturday, 12–5pm FREE. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. REGISTER Kick off National Hispanic Heritage Month at our festive outdoor celebration, featuring live music, dance, and a variety of activities celebrating the culture and traditions of many Latin American and Caribbean countries! Enjoy an array of local vendors. Don’t forget to bring your own blanket and pillows to […]
In partnership with Latinos of Montclair, join us for a special storytime with Vanessa Campos on Sunday, September 18 at 2:00 p.m. Ms. Campos will read from Quizás Seré and more in both English and Spanish. Copies will be available for purchase. For more information and to register, visit watchungbooksellers.com/events.
LBTQIA+ parents and kids of all ages welcome! Games, music and your pick from the ice cream truck - on us! Tuers Park, Montclair - 3:00-4:30pm
The Constitution embodies human dignity that has been defended ardently since its creation. Based on both British laws and the Torah, the class will provide historical context for the Constitution and its imperative respect for our Democracy today. Both the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution will be highlighted using landmark Supreme Court decisions from […]
The Northern NJ Chapter of the Victorian Society in America (VSA-NNJ) Presents: “The Life & Times of Edgar Allan Poe” In-person program highlights the life and times of America’s groundbreaking author of the macabre, as well as the bicentennial of the birth of Virginia Poe On September 19, take a look at the life of America’s […]
The Northern NJ Chapter of the Victorian Society in America (VSA-NNJ) Presents: “The Life & Times of Edgar Allan Poe” In-person program highlights the life and times of America’s groundbreaking author of the macabre, as well as the bicentennial of the birth of Virginia Poe On September 19, take a look at the life of America’s […]
Tuesday, September 20 at 11:00 am Presentation Hall School of Communication and Media In this hour-long lecture, internationally acclaimed Deaf actor Dawn Jani Birley discusses the current state of access in the theatre creation process. Dawn advocates for an intersectional theatre rather than an “inclusive” approach, and she elucidates the distinctions between these two terms. Dawn discusses her career as a […]
The 2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Observance Theme, "Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation," reflects the need to recognize how the contributions of the diverse ethnic, religious, cultural and linguistic groups of our population strengthen our national identity.
Help boost your immune system, reduce stress and anxiety, manage pain, improve sleep, and more in this Jin Shin Jyutsu® Self Care workshop. Jin Shin Jyutsu® Self-Care is an easy-to-learn mind-body energy practice that utilizes a combination of breath and light touch and is used in medical, corporate, education, and other settings. Jin Shin Jyutsu® […]
Wednesday, September 21 at 2:00 pm Presentation Hall School of Communication and Media Curious about ASL? Feed your passion, get encouragement, and get engaged as you interact with an expert teacher in a live, in-person class. Jennifer Perlis, Instructional Specialist and ASL program coordinator at Montclair State University received an MA in Teaching American Sign Language […]
Learn how to draw flowers with guest artist Sabrina Sabatino! You'll also hear about how her love of art turned into a passion for tattooing. Sabrina Sabatino (she/they) is a tattoo artist at Gallery of Ink in Harrison, NJ, where she specializes in blackwork, dotwork, and botanicals. This program is for teens (12 - 18). […]
MUSEUM HOURS Thursday through Sunday, 10am–11am — Members and Member Guests only Thursday through Sunday, 11am–5pm — All Visitors Price: $0-$10 GET TICKETS Earth is home to an astounding variety of life. Animal Kingdom celebrates that diversity as an interactive experience featuring art, animal specimen, and hands-on fun for all ages. Draw your own creatures to […]
Court artist to the King of Spain, Velázquez produced incisive portraits and history paintings but also works whose meanings call for thoughtful exploration. His brilliant technique ultimately contributed to the development of French Impressionism.
Come join us for our wonderful SPEED FRIENDING event on September 22nd - hosted by the beautiful and talented Harmonica Sunbeam
In four two-hour sessions, we will visit four different sites to witness the southbound migration of birds from as far away as Alaska and the Russian Far East. Vireos, warblers, and tanagers are among the species likely to be seen in September, while waterfowl and raptors usually increase in number and diversity in October. Our destinations will be set […]
Friday, September 23 at 10:00 am Presentation Hall School of Communication and Media Through guided playwriting exercises with award-winning playwright/adaptor and Prince Hamlet’s Ophelia. Jeff Ho (Antigone, Iphigenia, and the Furies); students will engage with adaptations as a source of new play creation. Through colliding the personal with the political to driving into the messiness of new writing, […]
Friday, 3–7pm FREE. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join us for an afternoon of family fun in partnership with the Office of Early Childhood Education in the Newark Public Schools (NPS), with special guest Pete the Cat and BATMAN. Free refreshments will be available. Activities include: Interactive learning stations Art & science activities Planetarium shows The Zula Patrol: […]
Location: South Wing Main Building Saturday, 10am–5pm FREE WITH GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. RESERVE TICKETS Enjoy a day of fun activities for the whole family at The Newark Museum of Art. Timeline of Activities: 10am-5pm – MakerSPACE (for kids of all ages) Mezzanine Level, South Wing A fun interactive area where kids play, tinker, and create. 11-11:30am –Perfect […]
Saturday, 11am + 2pm + 3pm Location: Main Building, First Floor FREE WITH GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. RESERVE TICKETS The Alice and Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium is a spectacular, interactive theater for learning about astronomy, space, and planetary science. Perfect Little Planet– 11am & 2pm (duration: 35 minutes) Imagine the ultimate space vacation. Fly across the surface of Pluto, dive over […]
Mariana Iranzi performs a bilingual and interactive show for the whole family. Enjoy a rich mix of original and classic children’s songs both in Spanish & English that will make everyone sing, move and play along. Originally from Argentina, Mariana has more than 20 years of experience as a composer, performer and educator, has released […]
The hot shop, or glassblowing studio, is where molten glass is blown, cast or manipulated. Hot glass is extremely difficult to manipulate and control and behaves unlike any other material. Artists cannot touch the glass directly so they must use special tools, like blowpipes and punties (long metal rods) to safely gather, blow and wield […]
Location: South Wing Main Building Sunday, 10am–5pm FREE WITH GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. RESERVE TICKETS Enjoy a day of fun activities for the whole family at The Newark Museum of Art. Timeline of Activities 10am-5pm – MakerSPACE (for kids of all ages) Mezzanine Level, South Wing A fun interactive area where kids play, tinker, and create. […]
One River School of Art + Design will celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the opening of its 1st location by hosting a special fall arts festival on Saturday, September 25th at 12pm - 4pm! Join us for an exciting afternoon of studio and digital art activities for teens and kids hosted by One River […]
Come to St. Luke’s for the Most Sincere Pumpkin Patch around! We will be open through October 31. All are welcome to visit for prayer, play, and photos. Pumpkins are available to purchase from 10am – 7pm. Our pricing for your suggested donation supports the Navajo Nation members who cultivate, harvest, and ship our pumpkins, […]
Chinese is a fascinating language that can seem impossibly difficult to learn at first, but is relatively easy if you focus on the spoken aspect. This course uses real-life dialogues and situations to help you to converse with confidence. In addition, you will learn songs and interesting facts to introduce you to Chinese culture. At […]
Need help getting your college admissions essay going? Attend this free workshop to learn all the tips and tricks you'll need! Come prepared with questions to ask. Registration and masking are required. You can sign up here on the Montclair Public Library's calendar. This program is intended for high school students working on their college […]
League of Women Voters and NAACP to host Information session on $188M Montclair school bond referendum on September 28th via Zoom To promote informed voting in a nonpartisan setting, the League of Women Voters of the Montclair Area and the Montclair NAACP are hosting an information session via Zoom on the upcoming $188M school bond […]
LGBTQIA+ teens and ally friends, bring your sneakers or other canvas goods to create and decorate, with the help of MobileMakers. If you don't have your own blank canvas, we'll have a few pieces on hand. Snacks too! Parents will also have space to gather and meet other parents.
Learn more about Succeed2gether’s Pathways Forward program at its Open House on Thursday September 29, from 6:30 p.m. All interested students and mentors are invited! Pathways Forward is a goal-oriented mentor program for students from 8th grade through to the first year after high school. It helps students work towards their career and college goals. […]
April 26, 2022 marked the 200th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Law Olmsted, the master designer of public parks and a founder of the field landscape architecture. Join historian and filmmaker Laurence Cotton (originator of and consulting producer to the PBS special “Frederick Law Olmsted: Designing America” as he does a deep dive into […]
The Adelphi Orchestra welcomes audiences to its 69th consecutive season of "Music for All" with "Love Letter to Humanity" - a concert about musical love letters. Maestro Kyunghun Kim leads the Adelphi Orchestra in Richard Strauss's Serenade for Winds in E flat major, Op. 7, Gustav Mahler's Adagietto from Symphony no 5 (love song to […]
Acclaimed trombonist, composer and producer Delfeayo Marsalis has also dedicated his career to music theatre and education. He is known for his “technical excellence, inventive mind and frequent touches of humor” (Los Angeles Times). A New Orleans native, he is the brother of renowned trumpeter Wynton Marsalis.
Join us at the 6th Annual Glen Ridge Town-Wide Yard Sale! This year's sale is Saturday, October 1st from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm. The event will be held rain or shine. Maps will be available online at https://www.glenridgelibrary.org/yardsale.html or at the Library (240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028) on the day of the […]
Saturday, 10am–5pm FREE WITH GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. RESERVE TICKETS Enjoy a day of fun science activities for the whole family at The Newark Museum of Art. Timeline of Activities 10am-5pm – MakerSPACE (for kids of all ages) Mezzanine Level, South Wing A fun interactive area where kids play, tinker, and create. 11-11:45am – Special Show […]
Saturday, 11am + 2pm + 3pm Location: Main Building, First Floor FREE WITH GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS. RESERVE TICKETS The Alice and Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium is a spectacular, interactive theater for learning about astronomy, space, and planetary science. Perfect Little Planet– 11am & 2pm (duration: 35 minutes) Imagine the ultimate space vacation. Fly across the surface of Pluto, dive […]
South Street Seaport Museum's monthly sea-music events Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music – the original NYC chantey sing, now made popular on TikTok – continues on Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 2pm, in-person aboard 1885 tall ship Wavertree. Join a round-robin of shared songs featuring members of The New York Packet and friends. Singers of all levels, as well as […]
Emmy and SAG-nominated comedian Kevin Nealon is one of the longest running cast members on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. He’s also a critically acclaimed actor known for his roles in the Showtime series Weeds and several films by Adam Sandler’s Happy Madison Productions.
