Outdoor Story Time

Enjoy a special outdoor bilingual children’s story time! In partnership with Watchung Booksellers, come out to Watchung Park for a special reading of Martine sur la Côte d’Azur (Martine Visits the Côte d’Azur) with author Rosalind Elland-Goldsmith.

In French & English

First published in 1954, the Martine series is a beloved French classic. Written by Gilbert Delahaye and illustrated by Marcel Marlier, the books follow the everyday adventures of Martine, a curious and kind-hearted girl. With over 100 million copies sold, the series has been treasured by generations of French families— often considered a childhood classic much like Madeline in the U.S. 

Bring a blanket, settle in, and enjoy this charming bilingual literary moment with your little ones! 

Books will be available for purchase in both French and English, and Rosalind Elland-Goldsmith will be signing copies after the reading. 

You can also pick up your Montclair French Shopping Day passport (and receive your first passport sticker) to participate in the scavenger hunt.