Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

September 9, 2025

HIGH BRIDGE BOROUGH, NJ – The 3rd Annual Grounds for Art Festival returns on Saturday, September 13, from 1:00–5:00 PM at the historic TISCO Green Acres in High Bridge. This year’s celebration promises to be the largest yet, offering an afternoon filled with creativity, community, and ...

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TROY – The WAMM (Woman are Making Music) Fest is coming to Troy’s The Hanger on Sept. 14. WAMM is a Capital Region–based movement dedicated to uplifting and connecting women musicians through collaboration, performance, and community support. The focus is celebrating women-led music and creating ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ- One of the “premier events” in downtown Jersey City that normally brings out thousands of attendees is coming up in just a few weeks.The All About Downtown Street Fair hosted by the Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID), will line Newark Avenue on September 20 for ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Free Public Library is offering the following programs for kids between Sept. 12 and Sept. 20: Friday, September 12 at 10:30 a.m.Boogie Woogie Babies6 Mos - 2.5 YrsBoogie Woogie BabiesFun and lively dance program best suited for ages six months through 2.5 years.

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HOBOKEN, NJ - The annual Hoboken Fall Arts & Music Festival is set for Sunday, Sept. 28. The annual event, attracting over 30,000 visitors, will once again take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Washington Street, between Observer Highway and Seventh Street.Live musical performances on two ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Saint Mark's Cathedral in Paramus recently held its End of Summer Festival. The event was held on September 5, 6, and 7, 2025.Located on West Midland Avenue, St. Mark's is a Syriac Orthodox Church. In this area, it had a parish in Hackensack, then Teaneck, according to the church's ...

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HILLSIDE, NJ - The Hillside Youth Chess Club has several upcoming sessions at the Hillside Public Library. The club offers young residents ages 6 to 17 the opportunity to learn chess and improve their skills. The club will have sessions on the following dates from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.: September ...

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RIDGEWOOD, NJ - Students are invited to attend art classes hosted by the Ridgewood Department of Parks and Recreation. From princesses and cartoons to drawing and outdoor programs, the department has a program for every creative, young mind.Observational Drawings This six-week course is scheduled ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway has partnered with Rahway SID and Union County Performing Arts Center to present the Festival of the Moon on October 4–20. Memorable performances evoking and celebrating the moon will be performed onstage while Luke Jerram’s world-famous Museum of the Moon is ...

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VERONA, NJ - The Verona Summer Concert Series is returning on Tuesday for a diverse musical performance. New Power Soul features music from Carrie Underwood, Zac Brown Band, Bruce Springsteen, and Lady Gaga. Food vendors will be on hand, along with Rosemarie’s Ranch. The concert will be held at the ...

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Princeton, NJ – We’ll have to plead guilty to a bait and switch by leading off this event listing with a photo of Supreme Court Associate Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. That’s because Brown Jackson will indeed be on the Princeton campus Wednesday, September 10, in a discussion at Richardson ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ - The borough's Hispanic Heritage Committee is hosting a family event, complete with food trucks, dancing, and plenty of activities for kids. Date: October 4, 2025, from 1-5 p.m.Where: Municipal Pool and Bandshell Complex (32 May Street) “Hawthorne Hispanic Heritage Day is a family ...

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Princeton, NJ -- Ignoring the beautiful early September weather outside, a close to capacity crowd gathered in Robertson Hall on the Princeton University campus to hear Ambassador Frank Lavin discuss his recently-released book, "Inside the Reagan White House: A Front Row Seat to Presidential ...

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SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township’s biggest community celebration of the year is almost here. Franklin Day 2025 will take place Saturday, Sept. 13, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Franklin Township Municipal Complex, 475 DeMott Lane.The outdoor festival, organized by the Franklin Day Committee, has grown ...

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SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township’s biggest community celebration of the year is almost here. Franklin Day 2025 will take place Saturday, Sept. 13, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Franklin Township Municipal Complex, 475 DeMott Lane.The outdoor festival, organized by the Franklin Day Committee, has grown ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ -Bodnar's Auctions, Central New Jersey's largest auction house, will offer back-to-back online sales Sept. 10 & 11 covering a broad selection of whimsical contemporary items and vintage items notable for their connection to New Jersey history,Previews in-person by ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ -Bodnar's Auctions, Central New Jersey's largest auction house, will offer back-to-back online sales Sept. 10 & 11 covering a broad selection of whimsical contemporary items and vintage items notable for their connection to New Jersey history,Previews in-person by ...

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MILLBURN, NJ – The Millburn Education Foundation presents Rocktoberfest 2025 on Saturday, September 13 from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Taylor Park in Millburn, featuring headliner Fix You, a Coldplay tribute band that has been featured on E! Network. The free community festival showcases over ...

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MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Elks invite residents to a night of entertainment and live music. Dueling Pianos features the high-energy The Flying Ivories. Attendees control the playlist; they bring the party. The show will take place on September 19, starting at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 ...

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ROSELLE, NJ - Union County’s Inclusion Day is coming to Warinanco Park in Roselle on Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is open to Union County families with children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Entertainment options include face painting, arts and crafts, balloon art, ...

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BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat High School Marching Bengals earned first place in the Tournament of Bands Group 1A at the Region 7 Preview Competition, held at Raritan High School.The Bengals scored 69.780 and also received awards for Best Music and Best Visual.Tournament of Bands is one of the ...

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SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township’s biggest community celebration of the year is almost here. Franklin Day 2025 will take place Saturday, Sept. 13, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Franklin Township Municipal Complex, 475 DeMott Lane.The outdoor festival, organized by the Franklin Day Committee, has grown ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Sept. 8 - Sept. 13.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, Sept. 8: BINGO FOR CHILDREN (6:30pm - 7:00pm)Ages: 3 - 7_______________________________________Tuesday, Sept. 9: LAP SIT (10:30am - 10:50am)Ages: ...

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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.Westfield Police Share Video of Badly Behaving BicyclistsKenilworth Public Schools Update: Student ...

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Hey Peanuts Gang fans, don't miss Nutley Little Theatre presenting DOG SEES GOD: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead directed by Skylar LeRose.Come see what has happened to your favorite childhood characters after the death of their beloved dog and a decade after they finished school.   The show ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—The 34th annual Doylestown Arts Festival overcame mixed weather to pack the streets with people enjoying art, music and food in the borough’s business district on Saturday and Sunday.More than 160 artists and 40 musical performers filled the borough over the weekend, putting ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — The Marching Blue Devils will be “bringing color to life” as they perform their 2025 show, titled “True Colors,” throughout the fall season. The band is showcasing a uniquely diverse blend of genres and arrangements this year. “The production blends a wide range of music from Cyndi ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — Middlesex County will host a fall concert series at the South Brunswick Senior Center, located at 540 Ridge Road. All shows are free and open to the public.All shows will be on Sundays at 3:00 PM. The line-up for this season is the following:September 14 – Paul Plumeri ...

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MILLBURN, NJ  Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award, kicked off rehearsals this week for Bull Durham, the first production of its 2025-2026 season. The new musical begins performances ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - As summer winds down and we prepare for a busy fall season, Downtown Somerville remains full of energy, creativity, and community spirit. From concerts and classic cars to upcoming festivals and new initiatives, there is much to celebrate and look forward to in our downtown.Summer ...

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