Books: in ‘Sisters One, Two Three’ secrets run in families
By GWEN OREL
orel@montclairlocal.newsThere is a different reality of family for every person in it, says Nancy Star, author of “Sisters One, Two, Three.”“Who’s to...
Culture in brief: Dance on the Lawn receives grant
Dance on the Lawn (DOTL), established by Montclair resident Charmaine Warren in 2014 to increase New Jersey’s exposure to dance, has received a $2,500...
Culture in brief: Benefit performance of ‘The Last Five Years’ at Montclair’s Studio Playhouse
Michael Patrick Dominick will present a one-night only performance of Jason Robert Brown’s “The Last Five Years,” on Saturday, Aug. 26, at 8 p.m.,...
Culture in brief: Montclair Film launches sensory-friendly ‘505 FILM + FRIENDS’
Montclair Film has launched a program called “505 FILM + FRIENDS,” an inclusive sensory-friendly screening and socializing group for young people.
The program will...
Culture in brief: Montclair’s Benjamin Selesnick wins runner-up Stony Brook Short Fiction Prize
Benjamin Selesnick of Montclair is a runner-up for the 2017 Stony Brook Short Fiction Prize for his story “Davidson Park.” This year, Amy Hempel...
Culture in brief: John Gorka plays at The Outpost in the Burbs
Outpost in the Burbs presents “An Evening with John Gorka” on Friday, Dec. 1, at 8 p.m., at First Congregational Church, 40 South Fullerton...
Culture in Brief: ‘The Pitmen Painters’ at NLT, Sunday, Jan. 14
On Sunday, Jan. 14, at 2 p.m., Nutley Little Theatre will present a staged reading of the play “Pitmen Players” by Lee Hall in...
Finding home in the land: American artist Kay WalkingStick
Native American artist Kay WalkingStick reveals life in landscape.
Montclair Literary Festival: Anna Quindlen says ‘Writing is an exercise in confidence’
This year's Montclair Literary Festival doubled its attendance from last year. A wrap-up, and recap of Anna Quindlen talk.
MFF: Mr. Rogers in ‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor’ shows authentic kindness
Mr. Rogers had a personal relationship with every child who watched his show, says producer Christopher Ma.