Come see a newish (4 years) garden that features 70+ natives! The owner’s aim is to serve pollinators while also creating a structured landscape with tidy borders, a mini “farmette” that produces a summer bounty of vegetables, and providing a lawn for grandchildren.

Local Event: An Open Summer Garden, 5 - 7:30PM, Rain Date July 16

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An Open Summer Garden, 5 - 7:30PM, Rain Date...

Come see a newish (4 years) garden that features 70+ natives! The owner’s aim is to serve pollinators while also creating a...

An Open Summer Garden, 5 - 7:30PM, Rain Date July 16

John Suskewich

Eric Kiefer

New York City Metropolitan Area

Bloomfield

Verona-Cedar Grove

Belleville-Nutley

West Orange

Caldwells

South Orange

Livingston

Newark

Maplewood

Bergen County

Hasbrouck Heights

Various Location Across Town - Free access

L’Alliance New York’s Bastille Day Garden Party, a beloved Montclair tradition since 2008, returns on Friday, July 10, with an evening garden party at the historic Kip’s Castle, kicking off two days of French-inspired food, music, film, and community celebration across Montclair.
The festivities continue on Saturday, July 11, with the second edition of Montclair French Shopping Day and a special French film screening.
Celebrated every year on July 14 in France and around the world, Bastille Day is France’s national holiday and a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and joie de vivre. Saturday, July 11 | 10:00 AM–5:00 PM Montclair French Shopping Day Various Location Across Town - Free access


Saturday, July 11 | 5:30 PM French Film Screening: Leave One Day (Partir un jour) The Clairidge Theater - Registration needed Since 2008, L’Alliance New York’s Bastille Day Garden Party in Montclair has brought together francophones, francophiles, and friends from across New Jersey to celebrate French culture, friendship, and community. For the second year, the Montclair Campus of L’Alliance New York presents Montclair French Shopping Day, in partnership with Montclair Center BID, and a special French film screening in partnership with Montclair Film and The Clairidge.
“Together, these community partnerships extend the celebration throughout Montclair and invite residents and visitors alike to discover the unique blend of culture, creativity, and community spirit that makes our town so special while supporting local businesses,” explains Marie-Catherine Glaser, Executive Director of the Montclair Campus of L’Alliance New York Downtown Montclair and beyond will come alive as residents and visitors enjoy French-inspired experiences throughout the town. From shopping and tastings to special offers, live entertainment, photo opportunities, and family-friendly activities, each stop offers a unique way to celebrate Bastille Day while collecting stamps along the route. Completed passports will qualify participants for a raffle featuring prizes from local businesses and a grand-prize drawing for a hotel stay in France.
Co-presented with Montclair Center BID, and Experience Montclair, with the participation of Atout France, France’s national tourism development agency. French Film Screening: Leave One Day (Partir un jour) The Montclair celebrations conclude on Saturday evening, July 11, with a special 5:30 PM screening of Leave One Day (Partir un jour), a 2025 French comedy-drama by Amélie Bonnin at The Clairidge, presented in partnership with Montclair Film.

The screening also marks the debut of a new L’Alliance New York member benefit in Montclair: complimentary access to select French-language film screenings at The Clairidge and Bellevue Theaters.
Co-presented with Montclair Film and The Clairidge Theater.
L’Alliance New York Bastille Day celebrations don’t stop in Montclair. On Sunday, July 12, the festivities continue in Manhattan as L’Alliance New York transforms Madison Avenue into the largest Bastille Day celebration outside of France.
From noon to 5:00 PM, more than 50,000 visitors are expected to enjoy a vibrant day of live performances, French food, culture, shopping, and entertainment for all ages.

Local Event: L'Alliance New York BASTILLE DAY 2026 in Montclair | July 11

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L'Alliance New York BASTILLE DAY 2026 in Montclair | July 11

Watchung Booksellers

<a href="https://watchungbooksellers.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Watchung Booksellers</a> is hosting an author talk and Q&amp;A on Wednesday July 15, 2026, at 7:00 pm to spotlight <a href="https://watchungbooksellers.com/item/e2TjfB8fybv3CkxafKwGYw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Positively Fourth and Mercer: The Inside Story of New York's Iconic Music Club, The Bottom Line</a>. This exclusive panel discussion features Bottom Line co-founder Allan Pepper and music journalist Billy Altman, who co-authored the book, sharing anecdotes and perspectives from the club’s 30-year-plus history.
Moderated by local radio personality Jerry Treacy, the event will also unveil a gallery of rare photographs taken by long-time club photographer Peter Cunningham. Many of the images are featured in the book, with some never before seen publicly.
The main discussion will be followed by a Q&amp;A and book signing.

Local Event: July 15 Author Event at Watchung Booksellers, Montclair featuring The Bottom Line's Allan Pepper

July 15 Author Event at Watchung Booksellers,...

Watchung Booksellers is hosting an author talk and Q&A on Wednesday July 15, 2026, at 7:00 pm to spotlight Positively Fourth...

July 15 Author Event at Watchung Booksellers, Montclair featuring The Bottom Line's Allan Pepper

Brookdale Park Gazebo, Bloomfield, NJ

<a href="https://flowbyrafa.co/#section04" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">BACK TO THE MAT</a>&nbsp;is a summer series of outdoor Pilates sessions held beneath the Brookdale Park Gazebo in Bloomfield, NJ, led by fully certified Pilates instructor <a href="https://flowbyrafa.co/#section02" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Rafael Jimenez</a>.
WHAT TO EXPECT
• Strength, mobility, and breath-centered movement
• Small-group format limited to 12 participants
• Personalized attention and form instruction
• Bring a mat and water — curated prop kit will be provided
$45 per session. Arrive by 6:45 AM.&nbsp;Park entrance is: 20 Bellevue Avenue Bloomfield, NJ
Pre-registration is required.
To reserve your mat space and learn more, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://flowbyrafa.co/#section04" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.flowbyrafa.co</a>
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