Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

August 30, 2025

Spring Lake, NJ – The sounds of Ol’ Blue Eyes will once again fill the air at The Breakers On The Ocean this fall. On Friday, September 5th,  the St. Catharine School PTA will host Sinatra At The Sands — a one-night-only live performance and dinner event benefiting the students of St. Catharine ...

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POMPANO BEACH, FL — After 41 years as one of Broward County’s most beloved annual events, the St. Coleman Italian Festival has officially come to an end.Fr. Michael Garcia, pastor of St. Coleman Catholic Church in Pompano Beach, announced the decision in a letter to parish families this week. The ...

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PORTVILLE, NY — The 2025 Music In The Park series will continue Wednesday with a performance of acoustic classics by Terry Bellamy.The concerts will run from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Pioneer Park, North Main Street at Maple Avenue.The series will continue through Sept. 10. The remaining schedule ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — On Sunday, August 31, from 4-7 p.m., the Northern New Jersey Chinese Association (NNJCA) is organizing a special performance at the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), located at 1601 Irving Street in Rahway.The NNJCA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1956. It ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Hollywood has come to Springfield Avenue.Adams Fine Clothing, a longtime downtown New Providence staple, will be featured in Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott’s upcoming Netflix comedy series Big Mistakes. Netflix has confirmed Levy, Sennott, Taylor Ortega, and Laurie Metcalf in ...

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EAST ORANGE, NJ - Soul in the City, featuring DJs Fuquan and Mukadeen, is closing out the summer at Elmwood Park on September 3. The free community event will run from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Residents of all ages are encouraged to attend. For more information, please contact the City of East Orange ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ - Chowder season is back on Long Beach Island, and that means one thing — the Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off Classic is ready to serve up delicious bowls of fun, flavor and friendly competition.The two-day celebration kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 4, with the Beach Haven Merchant’s ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ - Chowder season is back on Long Beach Island, and that means one thing — the Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off Classic is ready to serve up delicious bowls of fun, flavor and friendly competition.The two-day celebration kicks off on Saturday, Oct. 4, with the Beach Haven Merchant’s ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - A South Plainfield native’s recent success on a popular television quiz show has garnered him local stardom as well as an invitation to participate in an upcoming trivia event taking place at his hometown library. On Sept. 10, former resident and recent Jeopardy! contestant ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The South Plainfield Public Celebrations Committee (SPPCC) will host its 66th Annual Labor Day Parade on Monday, Sept. 1. This year’s parade theme, “Superheroes and Villains,” will celebrate not only the colorful characters from comic books and movies, but also the real-life ...

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We are very excited to announce our 2025-2026 Season! DOG SEES GOD Written by Bert V. Royal Directed by Skylar LeRose September 12th - September 27th  WAVERLY GALLERYWritten by Kenneth LonerganDirected by Sharon Garry October 24th - November 8th  UH-OH, HERE COMES CHRISTMAS(Non-Musical ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - Join us for Nelson Navarrete performing live at the Oakley in Nutley. This week, the Oakley was an unofficial hangout for Nutley Chamber of Commerce members. (Members even stepped up to the microphone for Thursday night Karaoke) In addition to enjoying burgers and the meat lovers ...

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ASBURY PARK, NJ – The milestone anniversary marks half a century of the Clearwater Festival, a tradition first founded in 1975 on Sandy Hook by Robert Killian, who was inspired by the work of legendary folksinger and activist Pete Seeger. Killian, who will perform during the event, will also be ...

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HILLSIDE, NJ - The Hillside Public Library announced a four-week series catered toward beginners in the world of knitting. Residents ages 18 and older are welcome. Ran by instructor Fran Brantley, the series is designed to teach basic knitting techniques. Sessions will take place on Thursdays at 6 ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ – SPRINGFIELD, NJ -- The following programs are being offered by the Springfield Public Library in September:Wednesday,  Sept. 3 at 7 p.m.Teen Advisory BoardAges 13+. Meet with your peers to create and lead your own library programs, earn volunteer hours, build your leadership ...

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Spring Lake, NJ – The sounds of Ol’ Blue Eyes will once again fill the air at The Breakers On The Ocean this fall. On Friday, September 5th,  the St. Catharine School PTA will host Sinatra At The Sands — a one-night-only live performance and dinner event benefiting the students of St. Catharine ...

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Spring Lake, NJ – The sounds of Ol’ Blue Eyes will once again fill the air at The Breakers On The Ocean this fall. On Friday, September 5th,  the St. Catharine School PTA will host Sinatra At The Sands — a one-night-only live performance and dinner event benefiting the students of St. Catharine ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - What are you doing this holiday weekend? If you are in town, check out all that's happening! FRIDAY AUGUST 29Afternoon Movie  at the Morris County Library; 1:45pmBoonton Labor Day Carnival, Parade and Fireworks; Boonton High School; 6pm - 10pmFree Outdoor Concert Series with ...

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Princeton, NJ -- It's Labor Day weekend after all, so why not a little love for labor?Resistencia en Accion NJ, the same group that organized the “speak-ins” this summer at Princeton Council meetings to advocate for support of the Immigrant Trust Act, is planning a “Workers Over Profit” vigil for ...

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CHATHAM, NJ – Family-friendly magician Joe Fischer returns to entertain shoppers at the Chatham Borough Farmers' Market on Saturday, starting at 11 a.m.Fischer will help mark the initial appearance of new vendors Dampanada and Mrembo NYC.

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August Thank you to EZ Ride and the Borough of Red Bank for providing free bike riding lessons on the Red Bank BroadWalk on Monday!  It was a great event and we look forward to its return next season!Speaking of returning events, as we look forward to Labor Day Weekend, we can also look forward to ...

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OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will continue Thursday with a performance of folk/rock by Sticktights.The concert will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in Lincoln Park at the corner of State and Union streets,The concert series will run for one more week. The upcoming schedule is ...

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WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Adult Bingo Night is returning to the Alfred Baumann Public Library. A night of games, prizes, and fun will take place on September 4, starting at 6:30 p.m. To register, click here. For more information, call 973-345-8120. 

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WARREN, NJ – Artist and teacher, Gary Levine, will be exhibiting his artwork using Acrylic Paint and Colored pencil. Gary has done many commissioned works of professional baseball, football, basketball players along with Mayor Bloomberg, and many family portraits. Having been an art teacher for ...

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WARREN, NJ – Artist and teacher, Gary Levine, will be exhibiting his artwork using Acrylic Paint and Colored pencil. Gary has done many commissioned works of professional baseball, football, basketball players along with Mayor Bloomberg, and many family portraits. Having been an art teacher for ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - What are you doing this holiday weekend? If you are in town, check out all that's happening! FRIDAY AUGUST 29Morristown Boys Soccer Scrimmage vs Pequannock at Pequannock High School; 10amAfternoon Movie  at the Morris County Library; 1:45pmBoonton Labor Day Carnival, Parade and ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - What are you doing this holiday weekend? If you are in town, check out all that's happening! FRIDAY AUGUST 29Morristown Boys Soccer Scrimmage vs Pequannock at Pequannock High School; 10amAfternoon Movie  at the Morris County Library; 1:45pmBoonton Labor Day Carnival, Parade and ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - What are you doing this holiday weekend? If you are in town, check out all that's happening! FRIDAY AUGUST 29Morristown Boys Soccer Scrimmage vs Pequannock at Pequannock High School; 10amAfternoon Movie  at the Morris County Library; 1:45pmBoonton Labor Day Carnival, Parade and ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ – September is Library Card Sign Up Month, and the Johnson Public Library is partnering with local businesses in downtown Hackensack to provide JPL cardholders a special discount.Receive a 10% discount at checkout when presenting your JPL card at the following locations:Tikka Shack ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — Hollywood has come to Springfield Avenue.Adams Fine Clothing, a longtime downtown New Providence staple, will be featured in Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott’s upcoming Netflix comedy series Big Mistakes. Netflix has confirmed Levy, Sennott, Taylor Ortega, and Laurie Metcalf in ...

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