Happening at MAM     This Week: The Art of Guided Tours with MAM Docent Andy Kahnke   New Episodes Released Every Wednesday Join Alex Pavljuk, Digital Content Strategist at MAM, for this week's episode of Maybe, Actually, Museums are for me. Hear from Andy Kahnke, a MAM docent, about the many ways to experience museums, what a docent does, and why tours make a great starting point for newcomers to museums. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.               SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS     Transforming Justice: Book Talk & Signing with Judge Victoria Pratt   The Power of Dignity Book Talk with Judge Victoria Pratt  Sunday, November 17, 2 p.m. Join us for an insightful book talk featuring Judge Victoria Pratt, author of The Power of Dignity: How Transforming Justice Can Heal Our Communities. Judge Pratt, a national expert in procedural justice, will discuss her transformative approach to justice and community healing. The conversation will be facilitated by Jazlyne Sabree, artist, educator, and 2024-25 African American Cultural Committee Founders Fellow. A book signing with Judge Pratt will follow. Become a MAM member and enjoy free admission to this talk.   REGISTER HERE     Reimagining Tradition: A Conversation with Artist Nadia Myre   Nadia Myre, Beading on a Grand Scale: The 38th Annual Julia Norton Babson Lecture Thursday, November 21, 7 p.m. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation with Montreal-based artist Nadia Myre and her studio manager, Kelly Bernard, as they explore Myre's innovative approach to Native beadwork and weaving. The discussion will center around Sharing Platform (New Technologies) (2018), a large ceramic basket currently on view, as well as Myre’s research process, choice of materials, and her work's engagement with transcultural histories and language. Become a MAM member and enjoy free admission to this lecture.   REGISTER HERE     Upcoming Programs     Portfolio Review Day Sunday, November 10, 12–4 p.m. Free for Students Bring 12–20 original pieces of your artwork for feedback from art school representatives. All mediums are welcome, including fine art, photography, and sculpture (if portable); for digital work, please bring a fully charged laptop or tablet. Registration is required.   SEE A LIST OF PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS     Studio Art Sampler: Relief Block Printmaking Sunday, November 10, 1 p.m. $90 Try something new with our one-day relief block print workshop! This hands-on class will guide you through designing, cutting, and printing your own unique artwork. All supplies are included—just bring your enthusiasm and take home your own custom prints! Become a MAM member and enjoy a 20% discount on registration.   REGISTER HERE     Studio Art Sampler: Weaving Sunday, November 24, 1 p.m. $77 Explore the ins and outs of fiber art in this one-day workshop! Learn basic weaving techniques and experiment with a variety of materials to create a unique piece, perfect for display or gifting. Become a MAM member and enjoy a 20% discount on registration.   REGISTER HERE     Become a Member Today!   Experience MAM like never before with free admission, member-only programs, and priority access to our newest exhibitions.   JOIN TODAY     SUPPORT BOOK TICKETS CALENDAR     Montclair Art Museum 3 S. Mountain Avenue Montclair, NJ 07042 Gallery Hours: Friday, 10 a.m.—6 p.m. / Saturday, 10 a.m.—6 p.m. / Sunday, 11 a.m.—5 p.m.   All MAM programs are made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, and Museum members.