Juvenile diversion programs offer a better alternative to incarceration while building stronger communities and better citizens. America’s criminal justice system serves several purposes. It is used to punish criminals, to protect innocent people from becoming victims by removing dangerous criminals from the streets, and also can give some comfort to victims. But the justice system […]
Autism Support Weekends at Frost Valley YMCA was supported through two grants who believed in their mission of fostering youth development.
A special weekend designed for families affected by autism. The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism has awarded a generous grant in the amount of $4,22 to support the Frost Valley YMCA‘s Autism Support Weekends on Mar. 24-26 and Jun. 16-18. These weekends have begun since 2014 and have since ensured that all family members feel included and are surrounded by […]
Montclair’s YMCA opens its doors to athletes, family members and friends in a positive and motivating environment in order to support the Special Olympics.
The community comes together for YMCA’s Special Olympics Swim meet. On Saturday, March 19, Montclair’s YMCA hosted athletes from surrounding townships including Livingston, Caldwell and Wayne. As the YMCA hosted the Special Olympics swim meet, young athletes were able to show off their accomplishments. Members of surrounding communities came together to support thriving athletes. This friendly […]
As February approaches, let us all show our appreciation to Black History Month by attending programs to highlight just that at Montclair Public Library.
Celebrate Black History Month through Montclair Public Library’s upcoming programs! Montclair Public Library has a variety of upcoming programs celebrating African American achievements throughout history. The library’s Adult School Department will also be offering Black History Month classes and lectures. “Black History Month is valuable for its ability to instill confidence and esteem in a […]
Find out all the Montclair Historical Society has to offer – educational programs, tours and volunteering included as they share 50 years.
Take advantage of Montclair Historical Society this summer! Montclair houses inimitable homes and buildings from the past. Most have not been abandoned, becoming once-upon-a-time telltales, but actually maintained and utilized, creating that special charm that whiffs around town. Many of these old buildings owe their survival to the Montclair Historical Society, which dedicates themselves to […]