Georgette Gilmore

1 week ago | montclairlocal.news | Georgette Gilmore

Montclair resident Christian McBride — a nine-time GRAMMY® Award-winning bassist, Artistic Director of the Montclair Jazz Festival, and Board Member and Artistic Chair of Jazz House Kids — has just announced the upcoming release of “Without Further Ado, Vol. 1,” a powerhouse new album with his acclaimed Christian McBride Big Band. Set for release on August 29 via Mack Avenue Records, the album features an all-star lineup of vocalists and musicians.

1 week ago | montclairlocal.news | Georgette Gilmore

Montclair will come together to “make music” for the twelfth time on Saturday, June 21, to celebrate Make Music Day. The annual event, organized by the Montclair arts nonprofit Indie Arts Montclair, brings music, poetry, and more to retail shops, coffee shops, and public spaces. The event is an “official” Montclair Township-endorsed event, as proclaimed at the June 3 Township Council meeting.

2 weeks ago | montclairlocal.news | Georgette Gilmore

On Tuesday, June 24, TEDx Montclair takes over the Montclair Mezzanine (486 Bloomfield Avenue) for an evening of big ideas and bold conversations. The theme, “The Domino Effect,” explores how one small action—one idea, one voice, one moment—can spark powerful change, from personal breakthroughs to global impact. “It’s not just about putting on a cool event,” says co-organizer and head of marketing Katarina Rodriguez.

2 weeks ago | montclairlocal.news | Georgette Gilmore

The sound of jazz is alive in Montclair, since JAZZ HOUSE KiDS kicked off its Summer Soundcheck Series! As part of the ongoing Wellmont Arts Plaza Outdoor Concert Series, the free live music series will bring infectious grooves, rising stars, and community energy to downtown Montclair throughout the summer. But the music doesn’t stop there!The summer series culminates on Friday, September 13, with the Montclair Jazz Festival grand finale — the Downtown Jamboree + Block Party.

2 weeks ago | montclairlocal.news | Georgette Gilmore

Protesters are expected to gather in Brookdale Park in Montclair and across the country on Saturday, June 14, as part of a coordinated national day of action dubbed “No Kings.” The rally will coincide with Trump’s multimillion-dollar military-style parade in Washington, D.C. More than a dozen Montclair-area grassroots organizations, including Montclair Democrats and BlueWaveNJ, are organizing a local demonstration to stand in opposition.