Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By ZAHRA HUBER
September 24, 2025
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Families in Coral Springs looking for Halloween fun won’t have to wait until the end of October. The City of Coral Springs is bringing back its annual Thrills-N-Chills indoor carnival on Saturday, Oct. 18. City officials will transform the Coral Springs Gymnasium, at 2501 Coral ...
FLEMINGTON – If the crowd of multiple hundreds on Stangl Road was any measure, asking Flemington residents to meet in public spaces is an idea whose time has come.The main event was a “Sip ‘n Stroll” sponsored by Flemington Improvement District, an event during which merchants open their doors and ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Union County Performing Arts Center came alive on Sunday, August 31, as nearly a thousand spectators gathered for “TAIWAN: Visions of the Future,” a dazzling performance by the Taiwan Acrobatic Troupe of the National Taiwan Academy of Chinese Opera. The event, part of the 2025 ...
UNION, NJ — With store shelves already brimming with decorations and costumes, the Township of Union is gearing up for a full slate of Halloween fun, featuring two trunk-or-treats, festive contests, and a carnival-style food truck festival.Halloween Window Painting ContestStudents will partner with ...
Princeton, NJ – Here’s a simple idea for a fundraiser: Musicians donating their time and talents to play a concert supporting Arm in Arm, the Mercer County food pantry. And it’s an idea that began with a simple realization by Anna Lim, who lives in Princeton and teaches violin and chamber music at ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Don’t miss your chance to save on admission to one of New Jersey’s favorite fall traditions! The Mercer County Italian American Festival is just around the corner, and presale discounts are ending soon. Festivalgoers can save $2 on adult, teen, and senior admission tickets when ...
Linden, NJ — The Friends of Linden Library held their Fall Market on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10 am- 3pm. The library grounds became a true marketplace to showcase local creativity and businesses in the community. Many neighbors and residents came out to show their support on such a ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Expanded art programming is available for Hoboken youth and teens this fall, with registration opening Wednesday, Sept. 24, at 6 p.m.The fall lineup expands on the city’s popular creative classes and introduces new options, including music and art programs designed for children and ...
Morristown, NJ – The ever-popular Morristown Festival of Books’ KidFest, an event for young readers within the larger festival, will feature dozens of outstanding children’s authors and illustrators who will be present from 10:30 am to 4:30 pm on Saturday, Oct. 11th, (rain or shine) to meet ...
MELBOURNE, FL - The City of Melbourne Parks, Recreation & Golf is hosting a pumpkin hunt for adults on October 17. The event features music, games, prizes, and snacks. It will be held at the Crane Community Center from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are $18 per person. Participants must be 18 years ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - On Sunday, September 21st, the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills hosted its annual Fall Festival at Smith Field Park. Historically held along North Beverwyck Road, the event has evolved over the past few years from a street fair stretching along the North Beverwyck business ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Beautiful day, beautiful results at the Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce annual fishing derby: September 20, 2025.It was a perfect morning for fishing. The recent lack of rain that has turned parts of Goffle Brook into a brook of rocks instead of flowing water didn't seem to ...
UNION, NJ - Lucky Jack is a compelling award-winning documentary that chronicles the extraordinary journey of a man who, despite facing significant personal and societal challenges, transforms his life through unwavering willpower, determination, and the pursuit of excellence. Lucky Jack is ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - "Just a beautiful day!"Glen Rock came out to walk Rock Road on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, on a stellar day filled with sunshine, light music and good cheer at the annual Chamber of Commerce Street Fair.Food trucks, Rock Road restaurants, and various vendors provided snacks (even ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Fresh from their appearances at Nutley Family Service Bureau's Garden Party, and other events in and around town, Nutley's own Anna Felice will be performing live at Wayne Day, this Sunday, September 28. Other Nutley talent, the magical Winick Brothers, will also perform during ...
“Dog Sees God: Confessions Of A Teenage Blockhead”by Bert V. Royaldirected by Skylar LeRose When his beloved beagle is destroyed after a rabid rampage, CB is plunged into such a depression that a literal raincloud starts to follow him around. Suddenly introspective and concerned with the afterlife, ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – For 44 years, Jim Gard was known as “Mr. Gard,” the math teacher who guided generations of Broward County high schoolers — including at Monarch High School in Coconut Creek — through algebra, calculus, and trigonometry. Today, at 65, the Deerfield Beach resident is better known ...
ALLEGANY, NY — Witches, pumpkins and hay bales aren’t the only signs of fall in Allegany. Soon, Main Street will be lined with scarecrows of every shape, size and style as part of the community’s annual Scarecrow Row.Now in its fifth year, the seasonal display is organized by the Enchanted Mountain ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council proudly present the inaugural Viva Rahway: Italian Heritage, a celebration of Italian culture and community, taking place Sunday, October 12, from 2 to 5 p.m. in downtown Rahway.For one afternoon, Rahway’s Main Street will transform ...
LONG HILL, NJ — Families lined up for treats from the Scream Truck on Friday afternoon, but the sweetest part of the day at The Goddard School of Long Hill was the celebration itself. The preschool welcomed students and parents back for a new school year, marked its sixth anniversary, and toasted ...
Princeton, NJ – This week we get the first glimpses of the big fall season for the major venues in town. The Princeton University Concerts has booked the Takács String Quartet and Jordan Bak, viola, for two concerts at Richardson Auditorium on Thursday, September 25.McCarter Theatre opens its fall ...
HILLSIDE, NJ - Game night is returning to the Hillside Public Library on Wednesday. From 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., attendees can enjoy classic games such as UNO, spades, and Scrabble. Light refreshments will be served. To register, click here.
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - The Cedar Grove Recreation Department announced a fall movie showing of Lilo and Stitch at Morgan’s Farm on October 25. A variety of food and entertainment options are available before the movie showing, including face painting, marshmallow roasting, giveaways, apple cider, and ...
HAMILTON, NJ - The Steinert After Prom Parents Association is gearing up for its Holiday Craft Market, scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 1, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Steinert High School, located at 2900 Klockner Road.There are already over 70 registered vendors, organizers said, ...
LONG HILL, NJ — Families lined up for treats from the Scream Truck on Friday afternoon, but the sweetest part of the day at The Goddard School of Long Hill was the celebration itself. The preschool welcomed students and parents back for a new school year, marked its sixth anniversary, and toasted ...
LONG HILL, NJ — Families lined up for treats from the Scream Truck on Friday afternoon, but the sweetest part of the day at The Goddard School of Long Hill was the celebration itself. The preschool welcomed students and parents back for a new school year, marked its sixth anniversary, and toasted ...
BAYONNE,NJ - The annual Bayonne Irish Festival will be held this Saturday, September 20, from noon until 6:00 p.m. at 16th Street Park.Sponsored by theShamrock Society, the Irish American League, and the Co. Donegal Association of Bayonne, The Bayonne Irish Festival will feature performances from ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Seniors (55 and older) have a rare opportunity this September to enjoy the final two films in the 2025 Downtown Cranford Senior Citizen Film Series. These free events combine classic cinema with behind-the-scenes conversations from insiders in the entertainment industry.On September ...
BOCA RATON, FL – The Boca Raton Night Market is returning to downtown this fall, giving residents a chance to shop, eat, and enjoy live music after dark at Sanborn Square.The first market of the season takes place on Thursday, Oct. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m., with additional dates scheduled for Nov. 6 and ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ — Sayreville War Memorial High School has launched a groundbreaking Music and Recording Arts Program, designed to immerse students in the world of music production, sound design, and creative expression. This program offers hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and ...