What’s Happening at the Old Town Hall at 35 Stevens Avenue?

Renderings supplied by Little Falls Historical Society

The Little Falls Historical Society has embarked on an initiative to renovate the former Little Falls Municipal Building, which was originally constructed in 1914. The restoration of the building will offer several uses designed to benefit the community. Little Falls Magazine sat down for a questionand-answer session with John J. Veteri, Jr., Esq, president of the Little Falls Historic Society to get the scoop.

What are the benefits to the town on the renovation of the building?

In addition to restoring a significant historic building, Old Town Hall will become a new landmark for downtown Little Falls with a focus on the arts, local history and cultural events.

What will be housed in the space?

The building will house The Little Falls Historical Society Museum and Gift Shop; the Morris Canal Visitor Center; a new and expanded version of the beloved Ethan & The Bean Coffee House; as well as rentable galleries for art exhibits, cultural events, and photo displays; a performance and lecture space for theater groups, improv, open mic nights and live music; and space on the second floor for the Historical Society archives and offices.

What would you like the public to know about the project?

We have been funded solely through generous private donations and grants. We are actively seeking donations for the Old Town Hall project. Naming opportunities and recognitions are available. The Little Falls Historical Society is a 501c3 non-profit corporation and all donations are tax deductible.

Anyone who wishes to donate or learn more about this project can do so on our website at littlefallshistory.org or by calling me at 973-865-3040.

Cats in the Garden XVI

The sixteenth annual Cats in the Garden car show will once again take place on Father’s Day, June 18 at Van Vleck House and Gardens in Montclair. This year’s event, open to the public, is the only car show in New Jersey to feature eight decades of Jaguar vehicles. ShopRite of West Caldwell & Parsipppany and Sunrise Kitchens sponsor the event alongside the Jaguar Touring Club of New Jersey and Van Vleck Gardens.

The event draws hundreds of spectators and has over 100 Jaguars on display. Tailgating (without an open flame) is especially encouraged. The day’s event will conclude with a 3pm awards ceremony.

Spectator admission is $10; kids under 10 are admitted free. For more information, please contact Paul Maletsky at 973-575-8737.

Cats in the Garden XVI

Sunday, June 18, Noon (Rain Date: June 25) 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair | 973-575-8737