Artist Installs '2 Dogs 2' Outside Montclair Library

One day only exhibit is Montclair's answer to the lions outside the New York Public Library.

Artist Bayard will give Montclair its answer to the New York Public Library’s lions, Patience and Fortitude, on Friday. The artist will install "2 Dogs 2", two nylon dog sculptures, on the lawn of the Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Ave., for one day only. The dogs, “FU” and “Big Fat Dog Sleeping on Her Belly”, will be on view outside the library starting at noon and throughout the day through Friday night’s Art Walk. The installation is part of the exhibition Jersey Fresh, curated by Diana Stewart, and featuring works by Dan Peyton, Annie Avigdor, Kathleen Heron, Mochi, Anna Ryabtsov, Sandra Duguid and Henry Gerstman. A reception for Jersey Fresh will be held on Friday, from 5 to 9 p.m. Artists will donate 25% of sales to the…

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Mother's Day Book Gift Guide

Montclair Public Library recommends books mom will appreciate.

Montclair Council Asks Smokers to Move Their Butts

Township attorney to draft ordinance which would prohibit smoking on grounds of public libraries.

Smoking may soon be prohibited outside Montclair’s two public libraries.  The Montclair Council agreed Tuesday to have the township attorney draft an ordinance which would ban smoking on the grounds of both the Montclair Public Library on South Fullerton Avenue and the Bellevue Avenue Branch. Township Attorney Ira Karasick said the Montclair Library Board requested the ban, saying smokers detract non-smokers who may want to spend time on the plaza outside the main library.  With smoking already prohibited inside the buildings, the ordinance would make the libraries completely smoke free.

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Music, Film and Tai-Chi on Tap for the Week in Montclair

There's lots going on this week, including a fundraiser for the Montclair Operetta Club and Family Fun Night at Applegate Farm.

The summer may be winding down but are fun activities to do this week in Montclair. Music Monday at the Bellevue Avenue Library 185 Bellevue Ave., Upper Montclair Monday 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy live music Monday nights through August on the plaza at the Bellevue Avenue Library. This Monday’s performer is 13 Hands Dalien/Daniel McBride (world music) Tai-Chi and Tea Terra Tea and Fair Trade at the Isabel Rose Cafe, 50 S Fullerton Ave., Montclair Tuesday 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. T'ai chi ch'uan principles apply globally to walking, martial application, bodywork, or any other activity for which economy of motion and efficiency of effort are desired. Each class will begin with a warm-up session designed to limber up the body and promote flexibility of all…

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Zara Phillips Performing at Library Tonight

Phillips and her band will play outside of the Belleville Avenue Library from 6 to 8 p.m.

Zara Phillips is bringing her music to the library. The recording artist and local mom will be playing highly danceable pop and classic rock in a  mix of originals and covers to the steps of the Bellevue Avenue Library. Phillips will perform at 185 Bellevue Ave. in Upper Montclair from 6 to 8 p.m. She will be playing outside with members of her band, as long as the weather permits. Refreshments will be sold and proceeds will benefit the library. She started as a  vocalist in London,England where she was born and raised. She toured extensively with Bob Geldof and worked as a backing vocalist with Matt Blanco, Perfect Day in support of Bannanarama, David Essex, John Illsely (Dire Straits) and Nic Kamen. Phillips began her solo career playing…

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Montclair Public Library Now Loans Kindles

Find out the titles that are preloaded.

  The Montclair Public Library has begun the circulation of four Kindles.  Library patrons must be 18 yrs and older; have a valid library card, and sign a Kindle agreement to borrow Kindles. See Kindle Policy and Procedures. Here is a list of titles that are preloaded on the library's Kindles: July/August 2012 Kindle 2 – Non-fiction: Memoirs 1.      Let's Pretend This Never Happened 2.      Wild 3.      In the Garden of Beasts 4.      Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake   Kindle 3 – Non-fiction: Politics and Biography 1.      Drift 2.      It Worked for Me 3.      Presidents Club 4.      Cronkite   Kindle 4 –Fiction: Bestsellers  1.      Canada 2.      Gone Girl 3.      Marriage Plot 4.      Sense of an Ending   Kindle 5 – Fiction: Mystery and…

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The Weekender: What's Happening in Montclair and Beyond

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Here are some of the events happening this weekend in Montclair and neighboring towns.   To see all the events click on EVENTS on the home page.   Enjoy Father's Day outside at Brookdale Park.   MONTCLAIR WHAT:  Free Film Screening of “What’s On Your Plate” WHERE: Edgemont Elementary School, 20 Edgemont Rd, Montclair WHEN: Friday  6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. WHY GO:  Join Girl Scout Troop 548 and the Edgemont and Bradford PTA for a free film screening of 'What's On Your Plate", the witty and provocative documentary about kids and food politics. Filmed over the course of one year, the film follows two eleven-year-old city kids as they explore their place in the food chain.  WHAT:  School of Rock Tribute to the Allman Brothers & Friends WHERE:  …

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If You Can't Make The Official Film Fest...

Here are some chances to see great films—even if you don't have tickets to the Montclair Film Festival

  If you don't have tickets to the Montclair Film Festival, running through May 6, there are plenty of other chances this month to see some great movies. First, @the Art Studio will have an evening of classic movies for kids like Laurel & Hardy, Abbott & Costello, and Charlie Chaplin shown on an old projecter. The event is on Friday, May 4 from 6:45 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and costs $15 per child. The studio is at 211 Glenridge Avenue in Montclair. Call 973-744-6484 for more information. Reservations required at monalisa@studiokidsart.com. In addition, The Montclair Public Library is hosting a Thriller Film Festival in May and will be showing classic thriller films at 1 p.m. on Wednesdays in its auditorium throughout the month of May. Here's the…

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The Weekender: What's Happening in Montclair and Beyond

Jazz, Painting, and an Emperor

Check out some of the events going on this weekend.   Click 'EVENTS' on the homepage to see all the opportunies available. MONTCLAIR WHAT:  Norman Grantz – The Man Who Used Jazz for Justice  WHERE:  Gallery U, 179 Glenridge Ave, Montclair WHEN:   Friday  7pm – 9pm  WHY GO:  Author Tad Hershorn discusses the contribution of the influential jazz producer, impresario and civil rights agitator, Norman Granz.  Founder of Verve and Jazz at the Philharmonic.  This program is part of the "I LOVE JAZZ" series brought to the community by Jazz House Kids, in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month WHAT:  New Jersey Birth Professional Forum WHEN:  Saturday   1:30pm – 4:30pm WHERE:   Montclair Public Library, 50 S. Fullerton Ave, Montclair   WHY GO:   …

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The Weekender: Birds of Prey, Snow White, Pirates and More

What's happening in and around Montclair this weekend

Here are just a few of the events happening in the area this weekend.  Click on “EVENTS” on the Home Page to see all the possibilities. WHAT:     Rock Out Cancer WHERE:   Rock’n Joe, 339 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell, NJ WHEN:     Friday 5:30pm – 10pm WHY GO:  Rock'n Joe will host a night of music to benefit the American Cancer Society. Featured bands include Funkenstein, Conrad Womelsdorf, the Kronics, Split Statement, Gngr, the Retromen and special guests.  Organized by Team No Surrender; Caldwell Relay for Life WHAT:     Verona LIVE: Card and Games Club WHERE:   Verona Community Center Annex, 880 Bloomfield Ave, Verona WHEN:     Friday 9am WHY GO:  Drop in on FRIDAYS from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to play or to socialize at the Community Center Annex…

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