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‘Let It Shine: The American Civil Rights Movement’ Comes to Montclair Public Library, 2/29
Bright Star Theatre portrays events and heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. Learn about pivotal American milestones between the years 1955-1968. The Montgomery Bus Boycott, Brown v. Board of Education, Rosa Parks and Dr....
Montclair Council Introduces 2020 Municipal Budget With ZERO Rate Increase
MONTCLAIR, NJ – Montclair Township Council introduced the 2020 municipal budget Wednesday night and for the second consecutive year, the Township’s introduced municipal budget has NO increase in the municipal tax rate.
If the...
Bloomfield Purchases New Rescue Pumper Engine, Donates Old Engine to a City in the...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ -- The Bloomfield Fire Department has received a new rescue pumper engine for use in Bloomfield emergencies, and in aiding neighboring municipalities. The department will be donating one of its older trucks...
It’s Almost Time! DIVAS: A DANCE PARTY This Saturday, February 22
Montclair, NJ - Break out your dancing shoes! It's almost time for DIVAS: A DANCE PARTY, Montclair Film’s annual Dance Party Fundraiser, Saturday, February 22nd at the Wellmont Theater in Montclair. DIVAS: A DANCE...
Quintuplets Get Free Tuition to Montclair State!
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Montclair, NJ - Having two kids in college at the same time puts a strain on finances for many families, so imagine five!
That was what the Povolo family of Totowa was facing. Now, Victoria,...
Registration Opens for St. Cassian 5K & Kids Fun Run
Calling all runners and walkers! Join us in beautiful Brookdale Park for the 5th Annual Saint Cassian 5K & Kids Fun Run Saturday - April 4, 2020! The Fun Run starts...
Get Tickets Now For GRADFEST, a Rockin’ Band Night to Benefit MHS Project Graduation
Montclair, NJ - Get your tickets now for GRADFEST 2020, a rockin' band night to benefit MHS Project Graduation, Saturday, Feb. 29th, Upstairs at Tierney's!
Come on out for a casual night of fun...
The Badass & The Beautiful Ms. Lisa Fischer Appears at SOPAC, 2/22
Lisa Fischer who has performed with The Rolling Stones, Luther Vandross and Tina Turner appears at the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) on February 22 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $32-$42 and can...
Bloomfield Fire Department Welcomes Firefighter Back From Overseas
BLOOMFIELD, NJ -- Earlier this month, Bloomfield Fire Department welcomed back for duty Staff Sergeant Kenny Hall, a member of the Department since 2012, who recently returned from serving the United States Army in...
Baristaville Open Houses: Sunday, February 16
This week's open house column is sponsored by Kate McDonough.
More than 50 open houses in the greater Baristaville area on this chilly weekend. if you're searching for something bigger than a first floor powder...
Aging in Montclair Celebrates Black History Month
Join Aging In Montclair at their February Saturday Social on February 29 from 2 to 4pm at the Salvation Army Building located at 13 Trinity Place in Montclair as they celebrate Black History Month...
Montclair Mayoral Candidate Sean Spiller Talks About Education, BOSE, and BOE Members
Third Ward Councilor Sean M. Spiller announced plans to run for Montclair mayor Tuesday. Spiller sent a response Friday afternoon to Baristanet's inquiry about how he would handle issues related to education if elected...
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Love Bandit Breaks Heart Of Clifton Dentist Valentine’s Display
Clifton's seasonal decorating dentist had set up his latest holiday homage -- a Valentine's-themed mannequin runway display -- but apparently someone didn't love it, leaving just one lonely mannequin.
Baristanet Profile: Deborah Villarreal-Hadley
Name: Deborah Villarreal-Hadley (Debbie)
Where do you live? On Midland – just a couple of doors from the plaque marking the geographic center of Montclair. It’s my family’s first house, having lived in a coop apartment...
MontClairVoyant: Mayor, Mikie, Mike! Some Actions Not to Like
DEAR MONTCLAIRVOYANT,
Mayor Jackson is said to not be seeking a third consecutive term. Others have announced for that job. Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill endorsed Michael Bloomberg for president. There was another contentious Board of Education...
Glen Ridge Book Club Presents Taylor Jenkins Reid, Thursday, February 20
Glen Ridge Book Club welcomes Taylor Jenkins Reid, author of New York Times bestseller and Reese Witherspoon Hello Sunshine Book Club pick “Daisy Jones & The Six” as its next speaker on Thursday, February...
Montclair Police Department LGBTQ Police Liaison
The Montclair Police Department is committed to fostering positive relationships between its employees and the LGBTQ community. Officer Glenda Rivera is currently designated the Department’s liaison to facilitate dialogue between the police and...
Don’t Miss ‘For the Love of Charlie Brown’ This Weekend
Students from Montclair, South Orange, West Orange, Newark and other towns in Essex County will present For the Love of Charlie Brown, at the Montclair Art Museum. The musical features all of the...
Dr. Renee Baskerville Announces She Will Run For Mayor of Montclair
Montclair's 4th Ward Councilor, Dr. Renee Baskerville, has announced her plans to run for Mayor of Montclair in the May 2020 municipal elections. Baskerville writes:
As the Township of Montclair, the State of New Jersey,...
Sean Spiller Announces Run For Montclair Mayor, But What About BOSE? (UPDATED)
Update: Spiller responds to Baristanet's questions about education responsibilities if elected mayor here.
Third Ward Councilor Sean M. Spiller announced plans to run for Montclair mayor today, following news Monday that Mayor Robert Jackson had...
Third Show Added for VDay Montclair Production of The Vagina Monologues
Apparently, Montclair really wants to hear what vaginas have to say! Due to overwhelming demand for tickets to the upcoming VDay Montclair production of Eve Ensler’s Vagina Monologues a third performance, on Thursday, February 27th,...
Malcolm Gladwell Talks Presidential Election, Policing in America and ‘Talking To Strangers’
The writer of big ideas -- celebrated author, raconteur, and podcast host Malcolm Gladwell -- sat down with New Yorker staff writer D.T. Max for a in depth conversation at a Montclair Literary Festival...