Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By DAWN MILLER
October 21, 2025
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Spotswood High School is in the midst of its annual spirit week, which concludes on Saturday evening with the annual Homecoming Dance. One of the more artistic elements of the week-long celebration of Chargers' spirit is the One Act play competition sponsored by Spotswood High ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- If you saw hundreds of costumed kids and adults running around the Watsessing Park area last Saturday morning, it wasn't a zombie apocalypse, it was the first ever Booooo-mfield 5K race. There were 727 participants between a kids race and a traditional 5K that took participants ...
NUTLEY, NJ - When the crypt door creaks and the tombstone quakes, Nutleyites come out for a swinging wake! Scare up some fun in Nutley — check out the TAPinto Nutley Events Calendar for Halloween events and more.Visit: https://www.tapinto.net/towns/nutley/events
LINDEN, NJ — The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce their lineup of Adult Programs for November.11/5 at 6:30 pm, Dungeons and DragonsJoin us for a beginner-friendly Dungeons and Dragons campaign! Create your own character and learn how to play the world’s most popular TTRPG. Space is ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — One of Bordentown City's most popular events that attracts both residents and visitors alike is returning early next month.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 ...
HAMILTON, NJ - The changing leaves crunching on the ground beneath the feet of the thousands of families and others in Veterans Park on Sunday, as the sun shined above and temperatures soared high into the seventies, were a soft reminder that they were attending an OktoberFest celebration, not a ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - If you haven't already, check those New Jersey lottery tickets. You may be the lucky resident who won $10,000, according to the New Jersey Lottery.The winning ticket was purchased at Crossings Deli, 415 Wagaraw Road, on October 13. There were 18 NJ Lottery players who won prizes of ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Arts Coalition invites the community to this Saturday's Harvest Fest.The event takes place at 16 Maple St. from 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Visitors can walk through the historic district of East Brunswick at the Village of Old Bridge and hear about the ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Families can celebrate Halloween a day early at a free community “Trick or Treat Night” hosted by USK Karate in Coral Springs on Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 6 to 8 p.m.The event will include bounce houses, face painting, balloon animals, giveaways, and live martial arts ...
NEW YORK, NY - New York Comic Con (NYCC) has swept through the Javits Center for the 19th time. With fans, celebrities, and vendors flocking in from across the Tri-State, Illinois, Florida, Hawaii, Canada, and even across the Atlantic, there is simply too much to do in one day—even if you’ve never ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The 2nd Annual Arts and Craft Festival at the Promenade at Coconut Creek will take place Nov. 15 and 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.The free, two-day event will feature arts and crafts from local and national crafters, organizers recently announced. Organized by Howard Alan ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — In a town known for its Halloween celebrations, the City of Bordentown is adding another “spooktacular” event to the holiday's festivities. The City of Bordentown Clean Communities will be hosting its free Second Annual Movie in the Park event featuring the classic ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – Students, faculty, staff, and community members gathered on Thursday for the unveiling of the Student Showcase art exhibit on Middlesex College’s Edison campus. The showcase features various student art selected by president Mark McCormick and the College’s Visual, ...
NEW YORK, NY - New York Comic Con (NYCC) has swept through the Javits Center for the 19th time. With fans, celebrities, and vendors flocking in from across the Tri-State, Illinois, Florida, Hawaii, Canada, and even across the Atlantic, there is simply too much to do in one day—even if you’ve never ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - Kerry Schardien-Ricci of Scotch Plains, an oncology social worker, active volunteer at a number of non-profits, and the summer director at Camp Fatima of New Jersey, will serve as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Union County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, 2026 in Union.A ...
WHITE TOWNSHIP, NJ (Oct. 15) – On October 2, Alexandra Rusch released her much-anticipated second novel, “Charms & Chapters.” Promising an entertaining tale of family, friendship and community, it’s a captivating read set in bucolic Warren County, where the author resides.Recognized for her ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - Kerry Schardien-Ricci of Scotch Plains, an oncology social worker, active volunteer at a number of non-profits, and the summer director at Camp Fatima of New Jersey, will serve as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Union County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, 2026 in Union.A ...
Princeton, NJ – When you hear “human trafficking,” your first thought is likely to be the idea of a young immigrant, possibly illegal, being sexually exploited.A Princeton University professor, Rhacel Salazar Parreñas, suggests that you broaden your view. Salazar Parreñas maintains that the vast ...
CHATHAM, NJ – When Hannah Schell first joined the Chatham High Marching Band as a freshman four years ago, she was a little stressed out by the situation.“I was the only one from my class and it was definitely weird because I was the only one who didn't know anything,” she said. “But everyone was ...
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ – Get ready to embrace the crisp air and vibrant colors of the season! The Long Beach Township (LBT) Parks & Recreation department is rolling out the welcome mat for one of its most anticipated events of the year: a fantastic Harvest Festival happening this Saturday from ...
EAST HANOVER, NJ - The East Hanover Italian American Club is presenting their annual Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 25th. See details below.
UNION COUNTY, NJ - Kerry Schardien-Ricci of Scotch Plains, an oncology social worker, active volunteer at a number of non-profits, and the summer director at Camp Fatima of New Jersey, will serve as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Union County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, 2026 in Union.A ...
SUMMIT, NJ – Nimbus Dance, New Jersey’s leading contemporary dance company, proudly makes its Summit debut with Nimbus Dance: Debut in Summit, an evening of world-class performance and community celebration on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. at the Nimbus Summit studios.The program ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Get your Halloween costumes ready and join the Somerset Patriots for a fun Halloween-themed event for the whole family. The Patriots have partnered with the Somerset County Business Partnership to bring you Trick-or-Treating at TD Bank Ballpark on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 5-7 ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Get your Halloween costumes ready and join the Somerset Patriots for a fun Halloween-themed event for the whole family. The Patriots have partnered with the Somerset County Business Partnership to bring you Trick-or-Treating at TD Bank Ballpark on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 5-7 ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Nutley loves a parade. In addition to our regular coverage of the Nutley - Belleville Columbus Day Italian Heritage Month Parade, Nutley - Belleville Celebrate Columbus Day A Week Late Under Sunny Skies, the TAPinto Nutley team captured a lot of photos that didn't make it in the ...
TOTOWA, NJ - The Totowa Public Library invites residents to its free winter concert. The concert will be held at the Library on December 10 at 2 p.m. and feature several musicians, including pianist Bob McHugh, bassist Ron Naspo, saxophonist John Morano, and jazz drummer Mike Luipersbeck. Attendees ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – Gather your ghouls and visit the Johnson Public Library for a fang-tastic evening of fun! Children of all ages are encouraged to attend.The library will transform into a haunted carnival, complete with Halloween-themed games and activities. The event will also include a magic ...
Gladys, the elderly matriarch of the Green family, has run an art gallery in a small Greenwich Village hotel for many years. The management wants to replace her less-than- thriving gallery with a coffee shop. Always irascible but now increasingly erratic, Gladys is a cause of concern to her ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - Kerry Schardien-Ricci of Scotch Plains, an oncology social worker, active volunteer at a number of non-profits, and the summer director at Camp Fatima of New Jersey, will serve as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Union County Saint Patrick’s Day Parade on March 14, 2026 in Union.A ...