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Food, Culture & Community: Montville Muslim Day Returns Saturday

Second annual event features local business debuts and announcement of new Muslim Mindset Foundation community center initiative.

A picture from last year's event.
A picture from last year's event. (Courtesy of Montville Muslim Community)

MONTVILLE, NJ — Montville Muslim Day returns for its second year Saturday, bringing together families, entrepreneurs, and community members for a free afternoon of food, culture, shopping, and connection.

The event is hosted by Montville Muslim Community in collaboration with the Muslim Mindset Foundation and runs from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Montville Township High School, 100 Horseneck Road.

Several local businesses and entrepreneurs will debut new offerings, including new dessert items from Bagels and Beyond and the launch of Aktivate Kitchen, a new halal meal prep concept created by a local fitness entrepreneur.

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The Muslim Mindset Foundation will also announce a new community center initiative during the event — envisioned as a family-centered hub for mentorship, faith, wellness and service.

Montville Muslim Community, established in 2025 by local residents, said the event was created to support small businesses navigating a challenging economic climate while fostering cultural exchange and community engagement. Organizers aim to grow the event into an annual tradition.

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Admission to the event is free and open to all.

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