Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By TAPINTO UNION STAFF
October 17, 2025
UNION, NJ - The Union Senior Center will be hosting a Veterans Day Tribute on Wednesday, Nov. 12 at 12:30 p.m.The event, sponsored by BCB Bank and Bradley Haebberle & Barth Funeral Home, will include a special performance by Florian Schantz Jazz Combo. Pizza and cupcakes will be ...
Princeton, NJ — Mercer Island, which is what people call the mini-park at the intersection of Mercer and Nassau streets in the heart of downtown Princeton, is usually just the calm eye in a storm of cars, buses, and trucks whizzing by on all sides. Several times a year, however, the Garden Club of ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — On Thursday evening, the Queen City Film Festival kicked off at Cindelle's Bookstore with a discussion and book signing with Tamara Payne, author of The Dead Are Rising: The Life of Malcolm X.The growing 4-day festival has become a destination for filmmakers and creatives from New ...
PARAMUS, NJ – The Paramus Public Library will host a Haunted Halloween event in celebration of their annual All-Day Open House.Date: Friday, Oct. 24Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Location: Paramus Public LibraryEvent Description: “Visit our haunted library for some early trick-or-treating and other ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Craftery Market returns to Doylestown at the Mercer Museum this Saturday, bringing 80 curated artisans that will be selling handmade goods, antique and vintage treasures, original art and more.The free outdoor event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In addition to artisans, it will ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Get ready for a spook-tacular weekend! There are markets, a marathon, a rally, music and much much more happening in and around town this weekend! FRIDAY OCTOBER 17Morristown Girls soccer vs Morris Catholic at Morris Catholic High School; 4pmPInk Witches Night Out to support ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Original artwork, which depicts the open space and landscapes of 12 Somerset County parks, will be on display in the Somerset County Administration Building, 20 Grove Street, from Oct. 17-Dec. 31 and features over 30 New Jersey artists who have worked to showcase the vast ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Get ready for a spook-tacular weekend! There are markets, a marathon, a rally, music and much much more happening in and around town this weekend! FRIDAY OCTOBER 17Morris County Field Hockey Tournament; Madison vs Pequannock at Madison High School; 4pmMadison GIrls Tennis vs ...
We had a great time on Saturday at Red Bank Oktoberfest! Thank you to eveyone who attended our third annual family-friendly festival of food, fun, and frosty cold ones! Stay tuned for a date announcement on next year's Oktoberfest but right now we are turning our attention to Spooky Season! ...
EDISON, NJ - The township recently unveiled the new renovations at Winter Street Park, located at George Avenue and Anita Avenue. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held by Mayor Sam Joshi, attended by members of the Township Council and the Department of Public Works.“This project is another example of ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Get ready for a spook-tacular weekend! There are markets, a marathon, a rally, music and much much more happening in and around town this weekend! FRIDAY OCTOBER 17Morristown Girls soccer vs Morris Catholic at Morris Catholic High School; 4pmPInk Witches Night Out to support ...
NUTLEY, NJ - It's going to be a great weekend at the Oakley in Nutley — Chloe and Lisa Marie will be performing live on the main floor. Chloe is back at The Oakley to wow you with her originals, along with a few classics, so you can sing along on Friday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.The stage is set! Lisa ...
FIELDSBORO, NJ — White Hill Mansion has the perfect night lined up for you as we ring in the Halloween holiday.White Hill Mansion will be hosting a free movie night featuring a screening of the cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show, a "spoof of just about every b-rated sci-fi movie ever." The ...
FIELDSBORO, NJ — White Hill Mansion has the perfect night lined up for you as we ring in the Halloween holiday.White Hill Mansion will be hosting a free movie night featuring a screening of the cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show, a "spoof of just about every b-rated sci-fi movie ever." The ...
TRENTON, NJ - Mercer County’s “Sundays on the River” concert series will close out its 2025 season this weekend with a high-energy finale at South Riverwalk Park in Trenton. The final show will be held Sunday, Oct. 19, from noon to 4 p.m., featuring live music, family activities, and local food and ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — From lots of candy to live music and hayrides, Southern Ocean County is set for a weekend packed with family-friendly fall festivities. Residents can look forward to several community events across Manahawkin, West Creek and Waretown from Friday, Oct. 17, through Sunday, ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — From lots of candy to live music and hayrides, Southern Ocean County is set for a weekend packed with family-friendly fall festivities. Residents can look forward to several community events across Manahawkin, West Creek and Waretown from Friday, Oct. 17, through Sunday, ...
CUBA, NY — The Cuba Circulating Library is hosting a Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest from Oct. 14 through 28.Participants can decorate a pumpkin or gourd with any literary theme and drop it off at the library’s front desk for display. The library will not accept carved pumpkin ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Red Hat Hotsy-Totsy Club of Glen Rock held their annual costume party, according to group member and local realtor Pat Zengel.“This year it was a '50s sleepover theme,” Zengel said. “All of the ladies enjoyed their gift bags, costume prizes, amazing food and desserts.”The Red ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ Providence, NJ – October 2025 – Millions of women in their 50s, 60s, and beyond are told their best years are behind them – that they should step aside and accept diminished expectations. Meanwhile, these same women struggle with energy depletion from putting everyone else first, ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ – The Deserted Village of Feltville will host its annual open house featuring old-fashioned children’s games, apple cider pressing, an archaeological activity, and guided tours as part of Union County’s Four Centuries in a Weekend event this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 18 and 19, ...
UNION, NJ – Union’s Municipal Band, a local institution with a history spanning almost 100 years, is seeking new members. To help broaden its repertoire, the band is actively seeking to expand. Musicians of all wind and percussion instruments are welcome, especially high school students from Union ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – Favorite son Paul Robeson comes to life in a special presentation of songs and words at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Somerville on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 3 p.m.Paul Robeson: Songs of Faith and Service will be presented by acclaimed baritone vocalist Keith Spencer. The event is part ...
EAST ORANGE, NJ - The Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing & Fine Arts announced the return of its Fall Vocal Music Concert featuring middle school and high school vocal music students. The concert will take place on October 23 at the Jean James Theater. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Recreation Department invites residents of all ages for a night of crafting, eating, and connecting generations. Appetizers will be served. A bottle painting event will be held at Borough Hall on November 21 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Registration is $5 per person and ...
CRANFORD, NJ – A soggy Saturday didn’t stop Porchfest 2025 from rocking Cranford. Those who braved the drizzle were rewarded with an afternoon of live music, featuring 50 bands performing across 10 porches.“As we celebrate the ninth anniversary of Porchfest, bringing this event to the Cranford ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – Favorite son Paul Robeson comes to life in a special presentation of songs and words at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Somerville on Sunday, Oct. 19 at 3 p.m.Paul Robeson: Songs of Faith and Service will be presented by acclaimed baritone vocalist Keith Spencer. The event is part ...
Princeton, NJ –William W. Lockwood Jr., a name synonymous with programming at McCarter Theatre for more than 60 years, will not be parting ways with the performing arts center anytime soon.Lockwood, who began booking acts at McCarter as a Princeton University undergraduate in the late 1950s, has in ...
BOCA RATON, FL – Romero Britto, the Brazilian-born pop artist celebrated for his bold colors and uplifting imagery, will attend the ribbon cutting of his new store at Town Center at Boca Raton this Saturday, Oct.18.The event runs from 1 to 4 p.m. near Nordstrom at 6000 Glades Road, and includes a ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Early-bird tickets are on sale now for December's “Winter Harmonies: A Holiday Concert for Hope,” benefitting Nutley Family Service Bureau. The evening will be a festive and inspiring evening of live music featuring The Sebek Tenors, Christian, Eric, and Zachary Sebek. The concert will ...