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Wonderful news for our Montclair community: Main

Wonderful news for our Montclair community: Main Street Counseling is now able to increase their accessible and affordable mental health services for Greater Montclair area residents by hiring a bi-lingual therapist. We are proud to provide a grant that will help make sure that anyone who needs reliable mental health resources can access them.

Visit our website to learn more about our Grants program

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Be one of the first to experience our brand-new ou

We proudly announce that The Montclair Foundation

We proudly announce that The Montclair Foundation has provided a grant to @kindersmile_foundation for its oral health program. Through our partnership, we can increase dental care access for underserved children in the community by bringing dental services to their schools and community centers at no cost to caregivers or schools.

Please join us in applauding the KinderSmile Foundation and this meaningful initiative in the community!

Visit our website to learn more about our Grants program:
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A little piece of paradise has arrived beside the

A little piece of paradise has arrived beside the Landrum Butterfly Garden!

We’re so excited to share the new @turrellfund Education Center created by the hard work of landscape architect Chris DePhillips, landscaper Anthony Labanca, and Stephen Yavorski of @airmet_metalworks

Tag a friend you’d love to visit the outdoor education center with, and come check it out on your next trip!

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Join us for our next Second Sundays Concert. The

Join us for our next Second Sundays Concert.

The Marrazza-Cart Duo is a chamber ensemble formed by Regina DiMedio-Marrazza (piano) and Robert Cart (flute). They have gained a reputation for their passionate, musically stirring performances all over the US, from Carnegie Hall to the National Flute Association. Plus, they've even premiered new works from composers like Louis Barroso, Jennifer Higdon, and Gary Schocker.

There will be a limited amount of seats available for this performance and only to registered guests. A wonderful benefit of membership is priority access to concerts - Become a member today!

Have you seen the Marrazza-Cart Duo perform? Share your experience in the comments below!

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Get your green thumbs ready - Our annual Spring Pl

Get your green thumbs ready - Our annual Spring Plant Sale is right around the corner!

It's a great opportunity to shop local and find some amazing plants for your outdoor oasis. 🌱

Who's ready to spruce up their garden this spring?
Tag someone who loves gardening, and share your favorite plants with us in the comments below!

Thank you to our sponsors @raosomemade @pncbank and @hmhnewjersey

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Spring has sprung in the Gardens! 🌷 Here's wha

Spring has sprung in the Gardens! 🌷

Here's what's blooming this week...

Iris x 'Katharine Hodgkin' (reticulated iris)
Edgeworthia chrysantha (Chinese paperbush)
Picoides pubescens (downy woodpecker)
Viola tricolor (Johnny jump-up)
Helleborus orientalis (Lenten rose)
Narcissus 'Golden Harvest' (daffodil)
Salix discolor (pussywillow)
Pieris japonica 'Japanese andromeda)
Narcissus 'Tete a Tete' (dwarf daffodil)

Celebrate spring with a visit to @vanvleckhouseandgardens
We're open daily from dawn to dusk 🌷🌱☀️

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Now that the days are getting longer and warmer, i

Now that the days are getting longer and warmer, it's the perfect time to join us in the Edible Garden! Each class will explore a different storybook, and you’ll have the chance to get your hands dirty by planting, harvesting, journaling and discovering all about nature.

Who wants to join us and be among the first to enjoy our new outdoor education center? Tag a friend who would love this fun gardening class!

Garden Tales
Thursday, March 30
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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This class is created for children in grades K – 2. Thank you to our program sponsors: The Albert Payson Terhune Foundation and Haven Savings Bank - and to the Turrell Fund for our new outdoor education space.

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Join us in exploring the Edible Garden! 🌱 From

Join us in exploring the Edible Garden! 🌱 From weeding to harvesting, we'll learn how to bring a garden back to life. Plus, we'll prepare a tasty snack with the ingredients found in the garden. Don't miss out!

Are you ready for a garden adventure and to be one of the first to enjoy our new outdoor education space? Let us know if you're signing up in the comments below!

Garden to Table
Wednesday, March 29
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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This class is created for children ages 4 and up, but all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Thank you to our program sponsors: The Albert Payson Terhune Foundation and Haven Savings Bank - and to the Turrell Fund for our new outdoor education space.

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In the hustle and bustle of daily life, taking a f

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, taking a few moments for self-care can make all the difference in the world!

Yoga and meditation classes are a great way to practice mindfulness, boost your energy levels, and find some inner peace.

Our Winter/Early Spring Classes are open for registration, as well as other programs to enjoy for both adults and children.

View our current classes at https://montclairfoundation.org/education-programs/

Have you taken a class with us before? Share your experience with us in the comments!

(photo from the garden: Helleborus orientalis)
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Come join us for a Sensory Celebration on April 1s

Come join us for a Sensory Celebration on April 1st at the Van Vleck Gardens in celebration of Autism Awareness Month!

Discover nature through art and literature, explore exotic animal rescues with @eyesofthewildnj and take part in movement sessions led by Laura Marchese. 🐆 It's an experience you won't want to miss!

Tag someone who would love to join us for this event and help spread the word about our Sensory Celebration! 🤗

April 1, 2023
1:00-4:00 pm
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We are so grateful to Emer Featherstone & @montclairstateu for sponsoring this event, along with Brenda Bingham and John and Kathy Wessling for their support of this program.

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Jane Stuart's special Friday Concert on March 24th

Jane Stuart's special Friday Concert on March 24th is officially sold out! But if you're willing to take a chance, arrive at the main house by 7:50 pm, and an unclaimed seat may be yours.

Who's coming out to join us for this one-of-a-kind show?
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Donations are appreciated

The Montclair Foundation/Van Vleck House & Gardens depend on the generosity of volunteers and donors. We are grateful for your support.

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