Montclair, NJ

Basic town overview: “Montclair is a community of about 39, 000 inhabitants. Never content to be merely a “bedroom community,” Montclair is nevertheless a family-centered town. Its heritage in education has been enhanced by its innovative public and private school educational programs and the expanded offerings at Montclair State University. Once again our hillside has become a haven for artists and writers. This is a seasoned community whose many old houses enhance its charm, yet at the dawn of a new century, Montclair remains alive to the spirit of the times” from Montclair Website.

For a more spirited view of current events and happenings in Montclair (as well as Glen Ridge and Bloomfield) visit BaristaNet. Please feel free to comment on the town and its history to give newer residents an overall perspective.

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Fee Activities

What are some of your favorite fee-based activities in the to do with your pre-schooler and grade-schooler in the Montclair Area?

Free Activities

What are your favorite free activities to do with your children in the Montclair Area? Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall. Indoor and Out. Playgrounds, Hikes and Places to go (short or long trips).

Restaurants and Shops

The Montclair Area is full of restaurant and shops, what are some of the most friendly to children and families, especially for pre-schoolers and grade-schoolers and why?

Schools and Education

What pre-school or grade-school does your child attend and what are some of the things that you like about it?

Hidden Treasures

The Montclair Area is full of hidden treasures what are some of your favorite places to go and activities to do that most of us do not know about? That is, if you want to share!

PuzzledCommunities

PuzzledCommunities is a blog devoted to helping parents of pre-school and grade school children find interesting things to do in their community. The blog is especially developed for parents to share with each other their experiences, likes, and dislikes; from what to do on a rainy day to places families can go and eat without feeling like you are disturbing other diners or being “glared at” by the staff. Hopefully this blog will be helpful to long time residence looking for a new thing do as well as new residence who are trying to learn the layout of their new town. Ultimately, this blog will include your town as well as ones that you may be interested in moving to but this will only happen with your input. Please add your comments and we will all be able to learn from each other. This blog is part of the PuzzledParent family and we thank you for your interest and comments.