Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By KAITLYN DEBARTH
October 13, 2025
WARETOWN, NJ — St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Trunk or Treat event on Sunday, Oct. 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. at 367 Route 9 in Waretown.Families are invited to join the Halloween fun with trunk-or-treating in the church parking lot, an indoor hall featuring crafts and snacks, and pumpkins ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ – It was a celebratory day as the Bloomfield UNICO Club honored the winners of the Columbus Day essay contest. Monday morning’s presentation, given to honor the legacy of Christopher Columbus, represented the 29th year the UNICO Club has sponsored the essay writing contest for all ...
Save The Dates: the Nutley Irish American Association has a calendar full of events and activities including the St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Basking Ridge, NJ — Several New Jersey drama teachers will take the stage this fall in American Theater Group’s (ATG) upcoming production of Thornton Wilder’s Pulitzer Prize-winning classic Our Town. The production will run from October 23 to November 9 at two venues: the DMK Theater at the Union ...
NEW JERSEY – Bon Jovi will release Forever (Legendary Edition), a reimagined version of the band's 2024 album Forever, on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025, featuring guest artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Jelly Roll, Avril Lavigne, and Joe Elliott of Def Leppard. Sayreville's own Rock & Roll Hall of ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS-NJ - The Berkeley Heights YMCA celebrated Hispanic Heritage through the festivities of music, food, and crafts. The event featured many booths and vendors including the New Jersey Mental Health society, Centroamerica, who were collecting diapers to donate to refugees and immigrants ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS-NJ - The Berkeley Heights YMCA celebrated Hispanic Heritage through the festivities of music, food, and crafts. The event featured many booths and vendors including the New Jersey Mental Health society, Centroamerica, who were collecting diapers to donate to refugees and immigrants ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Broward County parks in Coconut Creek are bringing seasonal fun to families this October, with a fall celebration and a spooky nature program at two of the city’s most popular parks.- Oct. 18: Fall Festival at Tradewinds Park — 11 a.m.–3 p.m.Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The "Howl-O-Ween" Dog Parade and Costume Contest is one of three Halloween season events coming up this week, sponsored by the township Parks & Recreation Department.The Halloween Trifecta begins with the "Children's Halloween Party" with hayrides, pumpkin picking and a ...
Princeton, NJ — Responding to the growing crises resulting from funding cuts and fears of censorship, leaders from arts and education institutions gathered earlier this month for a round table discussion at McCarter Theatre. Participants included Martin Miller, Executive Director, McCarter Theatre; ...
Linden, NJ- #lindenpubliclibrary will be closed tomorrow, Monday, 10/13, for #ColumbusDay and #IndigenousPeoplesDay We'll be back open Tuesday, 10/14, at 9 AM. We'll see you all soon!— in Linden.
PLAINFIELD, NJ — The National Dance Foundation, iDance Ministry, the Plainfield Performing Arts Center, and the City of Plainfield presented the 10th annual A Celebration of Dance on Friday evening in honor of National Dance Week 2025.The free event, held at the Plainfield High School Auditorium, ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough is gearing up for a full day of fun on Saturday, October 25. It will be the borough's first-ever Milloween and the Milltown Public Library has a full day of events planned. The Milltown Public Library will be hosting its annual Harvest Day Festival from 10 a.m. to 1:45 ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Bucks County FilmFest returns to Doylestown on Saturday, Oct. 18, with events that include a screening of winning films, a panel discussion and an awards ceremony.Two screenings of the winners will be held on Saturday at the County Theater at noon and 2 p.m. A panel discussion ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – The air is cool, but there’s always something hot happening with the Joseph H. Firth Youth Center (FYC) who proudly announces the return of the Punt, Pass, Kick (PPK) Competition for the third consecutive year! This event gives young athletes a chance to showcase their football ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - The Friends of the Bernardsville Library invite you to a fun-filled community evening at the movies! Join us for a special screening of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - a family favorite packed with laughter, imagination, and heart.Event Details:Date: Thursday, October ...
RED BANK, NJ: The day started out tough, but the tough came out.Morning rain couldn’t dampen the spirit of Red Bank Oktoberfest 2025, which returned for its third year yesterday with a lively takeover of Edmund Wilson Plaza, nestled between Triumph Brewing and The Two River Theater. By afternoon, ...
WESTIELD, NJ — The online voting booth for Westfield’s annual Haunt Your House Halloween decorating contest is now open, AddamsFest organizers announced on Sunday.This year there are two routes for two contests, one with 16 homes best viewed in the daytime and one for 23 homes best viewed at ...
SUMMIT, NJ — Afternoon Music will present Mostly Miller: Music of Reliance & Encouragement on Sunday, Oct. 26, at 3 p.m. at Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 4 Waldron Avenue in Summit.Many in Summit may know Mark Miller as the Minister of Music at Christ Church. On Oct. 26, he takes ...
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Gov. Livingston Highlander Marching Band canceled Sunday’s 54th Annual Pageant of Champions following the State’s declaration of a State of Emergency in anticipation of Nor’easter winds and heavy rain. This is their largest fundraiser, so please stay tuned for ways the community ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Hudson County celebrated Italian American heritage with a pair of events hosted by Hudson County Executive Craig Guy this week.On Wednesday evening, a flag-raising ceremony and cultural celebration took place at the Historic Brennan Court House, highlighting the rich legacy of ...
BOCA RATON, FL — There’s no school on Friday, Oct. 17 — and the City of Boca Raton has a free, family-friendly way to fill the afternoon.Families are invited to the first-ever Rec Pop-Up Day from 12 to 2 p.m. at Wildflower Park, 551 E. Palmetto Park Road. The event will feature games, crafts, ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week, according to Google Analytics.Beloved Former Kenilworth Mayor Passes AwayBoys Soccer: Brearley Continues Winning StreakFormer Westfield ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton’s holiday season will kick off with the second annual Holiday POPS Concert at Mizner Park Amphitheater on Saturday, Dec. 6.The Symphonia, conducted by Jacomo Bairos, will perform festive favorites alongside the FAU Chamber Singers and Schola Cantorum of Florida.Doors ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — The outdoor shopping center Promenade at Coconut Creek will host a Halloween Dance Party on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 2 to 4 p.m.The free, family-friendly event will feature music, arts and crafts, and other Halloween activities. Costumes are encouraged.The event will take place at ...
BAYONNE, NJ - The City of Bayonne Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) and the Bergen Point merchants will host the 2025 Bergen Point Fall Festival on Saturday, October 18, 2025.This annual festival, set to run from noon until 6:00 p.m., takes place in the Bergen Point area located from 5th Street to ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Hoboken’s annual Ragamuffin Parade will once again take place on Halloween!The parade lineup will begin at 4:00 p.m. on 10th Street and Washington Street and step off at 4:30 p.m., before moving down Washington Street to Fifth Street where it will end with a step and repeat photo ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - The Hoboken Public Art Advisory Committee is seeking personal stories and memories from the early days of the Jubilee Center which will be used in efforts to commission a piece of art in its honor.Those who would like to contribute to this are invited to a community meeting in the ...
HUDSON COUNTY, NJ - Hudson County celebrated Italian American heritage with a pair of events hosted by Hudson County Executive Craig Guy this week.On Wednesday evening, a flag-raising ceremony and cultural celebration took place at the Historic Brennan Court House, highlighting the rich legacy of ...
On October 12th, we have a play written by Francesca Stokes called Pantry Problems. She describes it as this: Oliva LaMont is all set to host Thanksgiving Dinner for her large extended family. But leaky pipes, nosy neighbors, a freak snowstorm and a surprise guest keep getting in her way. The show ...