Montclair Will Close Street For Pedestrian Friendly Events This Weekend

MONTCLAIR, NJ — A weekend of activities will be taking place on Church Street in Montclair – and they’re all “pedestrian-friendly.”

As part of Montclair’s ongoing Church Street pedestrianization initiative, the area will be closed to cars again from Friday, Aug. 21 to Sunday, Aug. 23.

The closure will create a pedestrian-friendly space for the community to walk, gather, dine, shop and enjoy downtown Montclair, the township said.

Here’s what is lined up for the weekend:

• Friday, August 21 at 6 PM – Enjoy a screening of "tick, tick... BOOM!" featuring a special performance by Tony Award winner Joshua Henry before the film, presented in partnership with Montclair Film, Keycuts, Montclair Center BID and Netflix.
• Saturday, August 22 at 10 AM – Discover the stories that make Montclair unique during a historic walking tour of Church Street and the surrounding area with the Montclair History Center. Registration is required and space is limited.
• Saturday, August 22 from 12–2 PM – Make art and meet your neighbors with the Montclair Art Museum and NJPAC Arts & Well-Being! Try your hand at cyanotype, a creative sun-printing process using light and everyday objects. All ages and abilities are welcome, and no registration is required.
• Sunday, August 23 at 3 PM – Dachshund owners and their four-legged friends are invited to a “Weenie” Meetup & Parade, starting at L&B Healthy Pet Market.

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