Montclair Jewish Community Relations Council

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The Montclair Jewish Community Relations Council was proud to participate in today’s Montclair African American Heritage...
06/07/2026

The Montclair Jewish Community Relations Council was proud to participate in today’s Montclair African American Heritage Festival!

We were honored to connect with so many community members, celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of African Americans, and share information about our work building understanding, dialogue, and partnerships across communities.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our table, shared a conversation, and helped make this festival such a vibrant celebration of unity and community spirit. We are grateful to be part of a town that values diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect.

We look forward to continuing to strengthen relationships and working together to build a more connected Montclair for all.

Catch us at the Montclair African American Heritage Festival hosted by the Montclair African American Heritage Foundatio...
06/06/2026

Catch us at the Montclair African American Heritage Festival hosted by the Montclair African American Heritage Foundation!

Montclair African-American Heritage Foundation

06/04/2026

MJCRC could not be prouder to stand in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community.
🪬❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🩵🩷🤍🪬





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🌈 Pride Month is a time to celebrate the dignity, resilience, and contributions of LGBTQIA+ people in our community and ...
06/02/2026

🌈 Pride Month is a time to celebrate the dignity, resilience, and contributions of LGBTQIA+ people in our community and beyond.

The Montclair Jewish Community Relations Council proudly stands with our Jewish LGBTQIA+ friends, family members, neighbors, and colleagues. We affirm that everyone deserves to be welcomed, respected, and embraced for who they are.

Jewish tradition teaches that every person is created b’tzelem Elohim- in the image of G-d. As we celebrate Pride Month, we recommit ourselves to fostering a community where all people can live authentically, safely, and with pride.

To our Jewish LGBTQIA+ community: you belong, you are valued, and you are an essential part of our shared story.

Happy Pride Month! 🌈✡️



Election Day is tomorrow, June 2. Don’t forget to vote!
06/01/2026

Election Day is tomorrow, June 2. Don’t forget to vote!

What an incredible evening at AAPI Montclair’s Lantern Festival!MJCRC was honored and grateful to participate in this vi...
05/31/2026

What an incredible evening at AAPI Montclair’s Lantern Festival!

MJCRC was honored and grateful to participate in this vibrant celebration of culture, community, and connection. Throughout the evening, we had the privilege of welcoming so many visitors to our table—from community members eager to learn more about Jewish life in Asia to elected officials, candidates, and civic leaders who stopped by to show their support for our mission.

We were especially delighted to welcome State Senator John McKeon, Democratic Congressional candidate Joseph Lewis, Democratic Essex County Commissioner candidate Christine McGrath, and former mayor, councilman, and Essex County Committee candidate Bob Russo, along with countless residents from across the Montclair community.

The conversations throughout the evening were inspiring. Visitors engaged with the rich and often little-known history of Jewish communities across Asia and explored the breathtaking artwork and textile creations of local Montclair artist Siona Benjamin, who was born and raised in India’s Bene Israel Jewish community. Her work beautifully reflects the intersection of cultures, identities, and histories that make events like the Lantern Festival so meaningful.

Thank you to AAPI Montclair for creating such a wonderful opportunity to celebrate diversity, foster understanding, and build bridges across communities. We are proud to have been part of this special evening and look forward to continuing these important conversations and connections throughout the year.

MJCRC is proud to participate in AAPI Montclair’s Lantern Festival, celebrating the rich diversity, culture, and creativ...
05/29/2026

MJCRC is proud to participate in AAPI Montclair’s Lantern Festival, celebrating the rich diversity, culture, and creativity of our community.

We are especially honored to showcase the work of Montclair’s own Siona Benjamin — a painter originally from Bombay who now lives in the United States. Her art reflects her unique experience of being raised Jewish in predominantly Hindu and Muslim India, blending the imagery of her past with her life in America today. Inspired by Indian miniature paintings and Sephardic icons, her work creates a beautiful mosaic of identity, heritage, and belonging.

We invite everyone to join us in celebrating art, culture, and community at this special festival! Stop by to visit us!

To check out Siona Benjamin’s work, please visit her website: https://www.bluelikeme.com/pages/about-us

MJCRC’s Schools and Education Committee was proud to present a Jewish American Heritage Month Assembly at Edgemont Eleme...
05/29/2026

MJCRC’s Schools and Education Committee was proud to present a Jewish American Heritage Month Assembly at Edgemont Elementary School!

Students participated in an engaging and interactive presentation where they learned about Jewish culture, traditions, and history. The assembly included hands-on activities such as tasting traditional foods like matzah, playing with dreidels, and discovering who the Jewish people are and the many contributions notable Jewish individuals have made throughout history.

Thank you to Edgemont Elementary School for welcoming us and helping create a meaningful educational experience that celebrated diversity, heritage, and understanding within our community.

What a meaningful celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month at Buzz Aldrin Middle School!The Montclair Jewish Commun...
05/28/2026

What a meaningful celebration of Jewish American Heritage Month at Buzz Aldrin Middle School!

The Montclair Jewish Community Relations Council Schools & Education Committee was honored to present an engaging assembly featuring a slideshow highlighting Jewish American contributions to our country’s history, culture, science, arts, and public life.

A special thank you to the incredible student musicians and educators who brought the program to life — the school band performed a beautiful medley from Leonard Bernstein’s West Side Story, and the vocal ensemble delivered a moving performance of “Waving Through a Window” from Dear Evan Hansen, composed by Jewish composer Benj Pasek and songwriter Justin Paul. 🎶✨

We’ve been receiving such wonderful feedback from students, staff, and families, and we’re grateful for the opportunity to celebrate heritage, education, and the power of music together. Please enjoy the slideshow from today’s assembly posted here. ❤️🙏

05/20/2026

The MJCRC Schools and Education Committee did it again! Today, Watchung Elementary School celebrated Jewish American Heritage Month through the power of art! 🎨 Students participated in a special assembly presented by the Jewish Museum of New York, where they explored Jewish art and culture by looking closely at artwork, making observations, and sharing thoughtful discussions about what they saw. It was a wonderful opportunity for students to learn, reflect, and connect through creativity and culture!
The Jewish Museum





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