Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By CHRIS WIGHTMAN
September 5, 2025
SUMMIT, NJ — Nimbus Dance officially opened its new Summit studio on Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought together city officials, arts leaders, and community members to celebrate the growing role of arts in the downtown district.Artistic Director and Founder Samuel Pott welcomed ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The beginning of September brings music, comedy, crafts and art. Here's what's happening in and around town. FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5Outdoor Summer Concert Series with Part-Time Custodian; Madison Community Arts Center; 6pm - 8pm (free)The Troubadour presents Alice Howe and Freebo and ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The beginning of September brings music, comedy, crafts and art. Here's what's happening in and around town. FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5Outdoor Summer Concert Series with Part-Time Custodian; Madison Community Arts Center; 6pm - 8pm (free)The Troubadour presents Alice Howe and Freebo and ...
ROXBURY, NJ - The only way Roxbury officials will get wet at Saturday's Olde Suckasunny Day street fair will be from thunderstorms that might take place in the afternoon, as there won't be a dunk tank at the event.“I was really excited about going into the Dunk Tank for you,” Roxbury Mayor Shawn ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The beginning of September brings music, comedy, crafts and art. Here's what's happening in and around town. FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5Outdoor Summer Concert Series with Part-Time Custodian; Madison Community Arts Center; 6pm - 8pm (free)The Troubadour presents Alice Howe and Freebo and ...
STAFFORD — Get ready for a day of vibrant Irish culture and community spirit! The 9th Annual Ocean County Irish Festival returns to Manahawkin Lake Park, Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. This beloved free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to spend your Saturday.Come and ...
STAFFORD — Get ready for a day of vibrant Irish culture and community spirit! The 9th Annual Ocean County Irish Festival returns to Manahawkin Lake Park, Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. This beloved free, family-friendly event is the perfect way to spend your Saturday.Come and ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Next Level Kidz NJ is teaming up with Stafford Recreation to bring back its Girls Club program this fall, offering themed activities designed for fun, creativity and connection.The Girls Club program, open to girls ages 5 to 8, will run at the Stafford Recreation Center, 385 ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Next Level Kidz NJ is teaming up with Stafford Recreation to bring back its Girls Club program this fall, offering themed activities designed for fun, creativity and connection.The Girls Club program, open to girls ages 5 to 8, will run at the Stafford Recreation Center, 385 ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ — The Piscataway Public Library, located at 500 Hoes Lane, will host a hands-on African Coin Purse Workshop on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Participants will spend the evening creating unique mini purses by pairing vibrant African fabric prints with vintage-style ...
STAFFORD - The Stafford Township Arts Center is hosting “Taylor's Story” on Friday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m. This promises to be a great event!With a passion for storytelling and a voice that echoes the emotion and authenticity of Taylor’s music, Shannon delivers a performance that goes beyond mere ...
STAFFORD - The Stafford Township Arts Center is hosting “Taylor's Story” on Friday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m. This promises to be a great event!With a passion for storytelling and a voice that echoes the emotion and authenticity of Taylor’s music, Shannon delivers a performance that goes beyond mere ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair Public Library’s Library Card Design Contest is open, inviting Montclair residents of all ages to get creative during Library Card Sign-up Month.The contest runs through October 5, giving community members the chance to design the library’s newest official cards.Finalists ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Ridgewood Guild and Ridgewood Arts Foundation (RAF) have teamed up to host the Art in the Park Fine Art Fair this Sunday.From 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Memorial Park at Van Neste Square will be turned into a fine art gallery, showcasing the work of over 30 talented artists. Work ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — The Hoboken Public Library is thrilled to announce its annual Library Festival, taking place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Main Library (500 Park Avenue). This free, family-friendly event will transform every corner of the Library into a celebration ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — Two hard-working New Jersey cover bands will perform on the Summer Stage on Division Street this weekend, opening with Stone Age on Friday night, and Wolf Creek taking over Saturday night.Both shows are free, starting at 6 p.m. and closing down at 6 p.m.Combined, the two bands have ...
SOMERSET, NJ - From blood drives and big concerts to outdoor films and stargazing under a full moon, Franklin and its neighbors have a full lineup of events to close out summer and kick off September.Community Blood Drive in Franklin TownshipDo some good close to home at the Franklin Township ...
Princeton, NJ – We have some garden-related events this weekend. Sustainable Princeton, with a little help from Triumph Brewery, hosts its first ever Beer & Garden Festival on Saturday, September 6, at 4 p.m. at the Princeton Shopping Center. The local brews are secondary to some other goals – ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — To celebrate Diwali, the Johnson Public Library will be hosting a vendor fair.Event Information:Date & Time: Saturday, Sept. 13, 12-3p.m.Location: Library Courtyard; Front LawnDescription: “Join us in celebrating the Festival of Lights! There will be free Henna tattooing and ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — Hawthorne Ave is being transformed into the fictional town of Crystal Lake as production begins on Mama’s Boy, a prequel to the Friday the 13th horror franchise. The series, produced by Peacock and A24, will star actress Linda Cardellini.According to a notice sent to residents, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The beginning of September brings music, comedy, crafts and art. Here's what's happening in and around town. FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5Outdoor Summer Concert Series with Part-Time Custodian; Madison Community Arts Center; 6pm - 8pm (free)The Troubadour presents Alice Howe and Freebo and ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The beginning of September brings music, comedy, crafts and art. Here's what's happening in and around town. FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5Morristown Girls Tennis vs Morris Hills; FMS; 4pmMorristown Girls Volleyball vs Northern Valley Old Tappan at Northern Valley Old Tappan; 5:30pmOutdoor ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The beginning of September brings music, comedy, crafts and art. Here's what's happening in and around town. FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 5Madison Cross Country Varsity Invitational vs TBD at Oak Ridge Golf Course; 4pmMadison Girls Tennis vs Mountain Lakes at Madison High School; 4pmOutdoor ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — Two hard-working New Jersey cover bands will perform on the Summer Stage on Division Street this weekend, opening with Stone Age on Friday night, and Wolf Creek taking over Saturday night.Both shows are free, starting at 6 p.m. and closing down at 6 p.m.Combined, the two bands have ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — For Coconut Creek residents that want to get their dancing shoes on, the city will host a salsa and Latin music night later this month. The free event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, at City Hall, 4800 West Copans Road.Melendrez Dance Studios will teach salsa at 6 ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — NOTE: AmericanaRama has been moved to SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 due to rain in the forecast on its original date. A day-long musical festival that debuted in Bordentown City last year will be returning to town this weekend. The multi-act AmericanaRama will be taking place on ...
Florham Park, NJ — New Jersey Ballet is proud to announce its 2025/2026 Season at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), where the company serves as the Resident Ballet Company. This season offers an inspiring mix of bold contemporary choreography, beloved classics, and treasured holiday ...
MADISON, NJ – Madison's Outdoor Summer Concert will finish out the 2025 season with Part-Time Custodian. The concert will take place at the Madison Community Arts Center from 6pm - 8pm. Come and enjoy this free night of music. Bring a chair or blanket
KENILWORTH, NJ– The Kenilworth Historical Society will host a bus trip to Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. The trip will depart Kenilworth (St. Theresa’s School parking lot) at 8:30 a.m. and return to Kenilworth at approximately 5:30 p.m. Cost of ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Mount Laurel Township will be hosting a special event for the whole family next week to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.Hispanic Heritage Month, which takes place from September 15 through October 15 in the United States, celebrates the cultures, histories, accomplishments and ...