School Board Meeting, New Assistant Principal, and More This Week in Montclair

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Labor Day Picnic At Van Vleck Gardens On Monday

For a sweet and rockin’ send-off to summer, head over to Van Vleck
Gardens on Monday afternoon, September 3, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and help yourself to a slice of birthday cake. Horticulturalist Howard Van
Vleck, the last member of the Van Vleck family to reside at Van Vleck
House in Montclair, was born on September 4, 1904. In his honor and to
celebrate the 1993 transfer of the Van Vleck House & Gardens to the
Montclair Foundation, picnickers are invited to a Labor Day potluck at
the gardens. Bring a lunch—and a favorite dish to share—and enjoy a
piece of birthday cake courtesy of Van Vleck. Then kick back and enjoy
an outdoor concert by The Porchistas, Montclair’s own lyrically driven
rock band. The event is free of charge and will be held from 1 to 3 pm
on Monday, September 3, FAIR WEATHER ONLY. Reservations are not
required. Contact info@vanvleck.org or call 973-744-4752 with
questions.

School Board Meets For First Time This School Year

The school board will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, marking its first meeting this school year. At the meeting, the school board is expected to announce the appointment of a new assistant principal to replace Samantha Morra at Mount Hebron Middle School. To see the agenda, go here.

School Schedules Should Be Showing Up This Week

Most schools said they would mail out class schedules on Aug. 31. If you've gotten your schedule already, let us know!

Montclair Recreation Taking Fall Registrations

The Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs is currently registering individuals for the several programs including the following:

Fall Baseball for grades 3–6: Program runs from September 8–October 27; Saturdays and Sundays at Nishuane Park in the afternoon. Fee $50. Register online. Spaces limited.

Flag Football for ages 5–9: Program runs from September 19–November 2. Games and practices Monday – Friday at Kaveny Field, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Fee: $75. Register online. Spaces limited.

Calling all music lovers and fun seekers! Parents Who Rock will be hosting its 6th Annual Backyard Event on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 8.