Montclair Food Pantry Wants Your Thanksgiving Turkeys

The Human Needs Food Pantry of Montclair is accepting donations of frozen turkeys. They’re hoping to stock up by Nov. 17.

Montclair 2018 Veterans Day Tribute: Bronze Star To Be Presented

Montclair’s 2018 Veterans Day ceremony will take place at Edgemont Park on Nov. 11.

Halloween 2018 At Montclair Art Museum: ‘Fright Night’ For Adults

The Montclair Art Museum’s annual adults-only Halloween bash, “Fright Night,” is returning for its third year in 2018.

Free Halloween Event In Montclair At Presby Memorial Iris Gardens

See an elaborate display of carved botanic, floral and Halloween-themed pumpkins at a free event in Essex County on Oct. 26.

Bnai Keshet In Montclair To Offer Public Services: High Holy Days

Bnai Keshet in Montclair will celebrate the High Holy Days with a series of free services open to the public.

New Jersey Celebrates Labor Day 2018, Workers Keep Fighting

As you reach into the cooler this Labor Day, take a moment to remember what got you the day off in the first place… the workers' movement.

Montclair Gets Patriotic: Celebrity National Anthems, Fireworks

Watch Montclair’s 2018 fireworks/parade and see awesome national anthems from Christian McBride, Stephen Colbert and Patrick Wilson.

Montclair July 4th Fireworks, Parade, Picnic: 2018 Guide

Montclair is celebrating July 4th with a special, 150th anniversary-themed parade and fun-packed family picnic. Oh, and fireworks.

Montclair 2018 Memorial Day Tribute Planned For Edgemont Park

Montclair will hold its annual Memorial Day tribute on Monday, May 28 at 10 a.m. in Edgemont Park. (See details here)

Easter 2018: How To Cook A Hard-Boiled Egg

​The typical Easter holiday is full of family gatherings which often include bunnies, baskets and of course, eggs and egg dyeing.

Mr. Bunny To Visit Montclair For Family-Friendly Event

The Montclair event includes an egg hunt, taking selfies with Mr. Bunny, face painting, music with a DJ and lunch.

7 Amazing Gifts In New Jersey During 2017

A baby for an ailing mother. A new start for a homeless man. An awe-inspiring planetarium. See some of 2017's most poignant gifts in NJ.

Montclair Police Announce Holiday DWI Crackdown For 2017

The Montclair Police Department will be participating in the “Year-End Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Enforcement campaign for 2017.

Montclair Salvation Army Needs Christmas Gift Donations

The Salvation Army Montclair Citadel is seeking toy donations for their annual Christmas drive.

Essex County Holiday House Tour: 15 Local Landmarks Do Christmas

15 local historic sites will be decorated for Christmas and open to the public during this family-friendly event in Essex County.

4 Thanksgiving Conversation Starters In New Jersey

Check out some non-political, New Jersey-related stories to help you break the ice this Thanksgiving.

Montclair New Year’s Events: 2018 Guide

It’s never too early to start thinking about NYE. Here’s your guide to fireworks, parties and other events happening near Montclair.

Montclair Veterans Day Tribute Event 2017

Montclair will host its annual Veterans Day tribute for 2017 on Saturday, Nov. 11 in Edgemont Park.

Montclair Family’s Dragon Halloween Costume: How Was It Made?

(VIDEO) When your kid tells you that he wants to be a “dragon rider” for Halloween, some might balk. But not this Montclair resident.

Essex County Halloween Costume Photos: 2017

Dogs, babies and zucchinis. Check out these great Halloween costumes seen across Essex County this year.

Essex County Halloween Pumpkin Display: 2017 Event

The Presby Memorial Iris Gardens will host “an elaborate display of carved botanic, floral and Halloween themed pumpkins” on Oct. 20.

Essex County Halloween Dog Costume Parades: ‘Strut Your Mutt’ 2017

Think you have the cutest (or spookiest) dog in Essex County? Prove it at these free canine Halloween costume parades and contests.

New Jersey Workers Continue Fight In 2017: Labor Day News Roundup

When you’re grilling and relaxing with your family this Labor Day in New Jersey, remember what the holiday is about: worker pride.

Immigrants Celebrate Independence Day: Can You Pass A U.S. Citizenship Test?

Can you pass the U.S. Naturalization Test? See if you can answer these actual exam questions about Independence Day.

Vietnam Traveling Wall Coming To New Jersey For July Fourth Weekend

The traveling wall is a 3/5 scale replica of the Vietnam Memorial and has more than 58,000 names of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Montclair July 4 Fireworks, Parade Return For 2017

Event Details: Get ready for fireworks, a parade and the annual family picnic in Montclair.

Brookdale Park To Host Free Fireworks Show, Concert: 2017 Event

There are three, explosive chances to catch a free fireworks show in Essex County this summer. Learn more here.

Montclair Memorial Day 2017 Tribute Slated For Edgemont Park

The program includes advance and retiring of colors by the Montclair Police and Fire Honor Guards.

Montclair Jews Spend Passover Sabbath Outside Frelinghuysen’s Office

The Montclairites want Rep. Frelinghuysen to think about "welcoming and love," central themes of the Passover story.

How To Cook A Hard Boiled Egg (And Other Happy Easter Stuff)

Check out these positive, family-friendly Easter stories.

International Women’s Day: Montclair Bakery To Give Workers Paid Time Off

A Montclair bakery says it will commemorate International Women’s Day 2017 by giving its employees a paid day off.

Montclair Civil Rights Activist Will Be Black History Month Speaker At Mt. Zion Church

James Harris is the first VP of Montclair NAACP and will speak at Mt. Zion Church on Feb. 26.

Montclair Ready For 2017 MLK Day Events

Events will be held at Union Baptist Church and in the MHS George Innes Annex Atrium. All are welcome to celebrate.

How To Get Rid Of A Christmas Tree In Montclair, NJ

​​Bare Christmas trees placed at the curb will be picked up during the month of January. Wreaths will be collected separately with refuse.

How Does NJ Transit Prepare For Winter Weather? [PHOTOS]

It takes more than a shovel and a bag of salt to keep the 3rd largest transit system in the U.S. going through the winter.

Selling Your 2016 Holiday Gift Cards: Which Should You Keep, Cash In?

Got a fistful of gift cards again this Christmas? Here is a list of the ones that will net you the most cash if you want to resell them.

10 Unique New Year’s 2017 Events In New Jersey

Looking for things to do this New Year’s Eve? Check out these unique NYE 2017 events in New Jersey.

Montclair Synagogue To Host Annual 'Latkepalooza' For Chanukah 2016

Bnai Keshet is inviting the community to 'Latkepalooza' on December 23 to celebrate Chanukah.

​Montclair Church To Hold Musical 'Choir Day' Service For Holidays​

A special holiday service 'Music is a gift from God' will take place December 18 at Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

Toni's Kitchen Partners With Creativity Caravan For 2016 Montclair Holiday Event

The 'Make Merry With Us!' event takes place on Dec. 10 at Toni’s Kitchen, a soup kitchen and food ministry of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church.