Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By MEGAN KLEPPER
November 6, 2025
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Highlights in Leisure Time (H.I.L.T.) Senior Club's upcoming general meeting is November 13, followed by a trip to see a performance of the Jersey Dreamers on November 20. The general meeting will feature an informational discussion hosted by Tim Adriance on the diners ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The long-time leader of the Boca Raton Historical Society and The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum, Mary Csar, plans to step down early next year. The society announced Wednesday that Olivia Hollaus, a former board president for the organization, will take over as executive ...
RED BANK, NJ: The day after Thanksgiving marks one of Red Bank’s most cherished traditions: the annual TownLighting celebration with Holiday Express.On Friday, November 28, Broad Street will come alive with music, lights, and the spirit of giving as Holiday Express takes the stage to kick off the ...
RED BANK, NJ: The day after Thanksgiving marks one of Red Bank’s most cherished traditions: the annual TownLighting celebration with Holiday Express.On Friday, November 28, Broad Street will come alive with music, lights, and the spirit of giving as Holiday Express takes the stage to kick off the ...
RED BANK, NJ: The day after Thanksgiving marks one of Red Bank’s most cherished traditions: the annual TownLighting celebration with Holiday Express. It's a great time for local towns to get together to celebrate the holiday kick-off!On Friday, November 28, Broad Street will come alive with music, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Arts Council (APAC) is rolling out the red carpet for the premiere screening of the 2025 AP’N3 Film Challenge, taking place Sunday, November 9 at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, located at 66 S. Main Street in Ocean Grove. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., and the films begin ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Arts Council (APAC) is rolling out the red carpet for the premiere screening of the 2025 AP’N3 Film Challenge, taking place Sunday, November 9 at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, located at 66 S. Main Street in Ocean Grove. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., and the films begin ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Arts Council (APAC) is rolling out the red carpet for the premiere screening of the 2025 AP’N3 Film Challenge, taking place Sunday, November 9 at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, located at 66 S. Main Street in Ocean Grove. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., and the films begin ...
New Holiday Game Coming Soon to Escapology! 🎅 TAP here to learn more about all the exciting escape rooms at Holmdel's Escapology. Santa Claus has been kidnapped by the mischievous Mick MacNasty, and only you can stop the Christmas catastrophe. Can your team of Holiday Heroes outsmart the thieves ...
New Holiday Game Coming Soon to Escapology! 🎅 TAP here to learn more about all the exciting escape rooms at Holmdel's Escapology. Santa Claus has been kidnapped by the mischievous Mick MacNasty, and only you can stop the Christmas catastrophe. Can your team of Holiday Heroes outsmart the thieves ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The South Plainfield Public Celebrations Committee invites the community to come together and celebrate the start of the holiday season at the annual “Making Spirits Bright” Holiday Light Parade on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. (Rain date: December 7).The evening ...
CRANFORD, NJ — After nearly a century as a fixture in downtown Cranford, The Cranford Theater is set to reopen on Nov. 25 following seven months of renovations. Owner Doreen Sayegh said she’s thrilled to welcome the community back to the fully refreshed space.“The auditoriums are all still in the ...
NEW JERSEY – Montville Township High School alumna Jenan Matari's debut children’s book, Everything Grows in Jiddo’s Garden, has become an overnight sensation since its release on September 16, 2025. The colorful, rhyming book centers on a garden and is rooted in the true story of Matari’s ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Local artists and art lovers will come together Thursday for a special event hosted by The Friends of the Howe House.The group will present the 2025 Howe House Art Matters Exhibit & Sale, in support of the James Howe House, Montclair’s first home owned by a freed African ...
CRANFORD, NJ - After nearly a century as a fixture in downtown Cranford, The Cranford Theater is set to reopen on November 25 following seven months of renovations. Owner Doreen Sayegh said she’s thrilled to welcome the community back to the fully refreshed space.“The auditoriums are all still in ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – The Somerset County Park Commission has begun accepting entries for its 2025 Photo Contest for all Somerset County residents. Whether you have a cell phone or camera, you are invited to send in your best shots of the SCPC’s expansive park system. From natural parks with ...
New Holiday Game Coming Soon to Escapology! 🎅 TAP here to learn more about all the exciting escape rooms at Holmdel's Escapology. Santa Claus has been kidnapped by the mischievous Mick MacNasty, and only you can stop the Christmas catastrophe. Can your team of Holiday Heroes outsmart the thieves ...
NEWARK - Just four months ago, the sound of construction equipment echoed through the hollow space at 23 William St. in Newark’s Teachers Village, which has been vacant for a decade, as laborers smoothed over the new concrete floor in the 10,000-square-foot building. This would soon become the new ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — One of Bordentown City's most popular events that attracts both residents and visitors alike is returning this weekend.The Bordentown Historical Society (BHS) will be presenting its Fall House Tour on Saturday, November 8 from 1 to 5PM.Have you ever wanted to take a peek ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - The Red Mill Museum Village is delighted to announce the return of its 16th Annual Festival of Trees this holiday season. This cherished community tradition brings together individuals, families, businesses, and organizations who generously decorate Christmas trees, transforming ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ — South Plainfield residents gathered on Saturday, November 1st, for the annual Trunk or Treat celebration, transforming the parking lot into a festive and spooky Halloween wonderland. Families enjoyed decorated trunks, candy giveaways, music, food, and plenty of smiles during ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Free Public Library will be offering these programs for kids in November.Thursday, November 6 at 1:30 pmMini Maker Day - Design your own totes and mugGrades 4-8. Under 10 years old requires adult supervision.Registration required on ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Downtown Somerville Alliance is accepting submissions from bands to perform during the 2026 Summer Stage Concert Series with live music on Division Street every first Friday and Saturday evening, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.Local and regional bands are ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Downtown Somerville Alliance is accepting submissions from bands to perform during the 2026 Summer Stage Concert Series with live music on Division Street every first Friday and Saturday evening, from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.Local and regional bands are ...
HERSHEY, PA — The Southern Regional Marching Band capped off a stellar 2025 season by securing the Group Two Open Championship at the Atlantic Coast Championships (ACC) last weekend. This marked the program's third ACC title in four years and the ninth in its history, as reported by Band Director ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Borough of Kenilworth recently announced they will be hosting the annual tree lighting on Friday, Dec. 5.This festive occasion will include the judging of the holiday tree decorating, contests with prizes, Girl Scouts singing, Ignite UMC will be performing, refreshments, and a ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights Veterans Affairs Committee hosted its first annual Vet Fest, a community event dedicated to supporting VFW Post 6259 and honoring local veterans through a day filled with cars, music, food, and family fun.The idea for Vet Fest grew out of Mayor Angie ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — Coral Springs will host a ceremony on Veterans Day to honor those who have served in the armed forces and protected the country. Seating for the event will begin at 10 a.m. Nov. 11 at Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Boulevard in Coral Springs. The ceremony is set to begin at ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Recreation Department invites residents to make their own body lotion and scrubs to take home. The theme is candy canes and sugar cookies. The event is available to residents of all ages and will take place on December 4 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Children under 10 ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - The City of Elizabeth announced that Santa Claus is coming to town on November 23. Santa will be taking photos with pets at the Mills at Jersey Gardens from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. No reservation is required to participate. Photos will be taken and available for purchase after. For ...