Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
August 27, 2025
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 ...
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 ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Public Library Film Discussion Group invites residents to its Friday showing of Knives Out. The movie will start at 1 p.m., with a discussion to follow. The 2019 film follows the mystery surrounding the death of renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey, who was ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Vince Larbi, a rising senior at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, has published his debut book The Time Runner Adventures: Origins.The book started as a creative free-writing exercise in his 5th grade class. Since then, Larbi has continued working on it, receiving outstanding ...
TEWKSBURY TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Tewksbury Historical Society sponsors its 33rd Art Show and Sale 10/4-10/11 at the Zion Lutheran Church, Christian Education Center, 18 Miller Ave., in Oldwick. Show proceeds will benefit its investigation into improvements of archival maintenance.Artists from across ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – The final performance of Bergen County's Free Summer Concert Series, “Music in the Park,” will welcome “ARENA: Relive the Rock” at Overpeck County Park Amphitheater in Ridgefield Park.County Executive James J. Tedesco III, alongside the Board of Commissioners and the Bergen County ...
HACKENSACK, NJ – The final performance of Bergen County's Free Summer Concert Series, “Music in the Park,” will welcome “ARENA: Relive the Rock” at Overpeck County Park Amphitheater in Ridgefield Park.County Executive James J. Tedesco III, alongside the Board of Commissioners and the Bergen County ...
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 next month. The multi-act AmericanaRama will be taking place on ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Get excited because the Kenilworth Recreation Department will be hosting a Summer Send Off Bash and Movies in the Park event on Saturday, Sept. 6.Please see the following details from the Recreation Department. Ok Kenilworthians, we can't think of a better way to send off summer ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - From 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., vintage and modern cars will be lined up along East Ridgewood Avenue and surrounding Van Neste Square in the village. Car enthusiasts are invited to enjoy a night of live music, food, and awards. Net proceeds from the event will be donated to the ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills is having another free concert at Veteran's Park on Thursday, August 28th at 7:30pm.Take a ride back to the 70's and come out to enjoy the Ultimate Ride Back To The 70's.Super Trans Am will be performing all the hits starting at 7:30pm.
NUTLEY, NJ - Laughter is the best medicine, and the Oakley will offer just what the doctor ordered every Tuesday starting in September. Join your friends for open mic night for comedians. Always fancy yourself a comedian? Why why not try it out at the Oakley? It's happening Tuesdays in Nutley ...
NEW BRITAIN TOWNSHIP, PA—One of the country’s oldest festivals celebrating Polish culture returns to the Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa on Labor Day weekend and the following weekend.Over five days, the Polish American Family Festival and Country Fair will celebrate all things Polish with live ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – One of New Jersey's largest festivals celebrating Indo-American culture will be taking over Mercer County Park this weekend for two days. The Indo-American Fair 2025 will include entertainment, designer fashion and jewelry, Bollywood dancers, kids rides, Indian cuisine, and ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - The Borough of Roselle Park announced the return of its premier fall celebration. Oktoberfest is coming to Michael J. Mauri Park from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on September 20. The event includes live music, a beer garden, and family-friendly contests. For more information, please contact ...
WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Concert in the Park is returning to Dowling Gardens on Wednesday as part of the Borough of Woodland Park’s Summer Send Off. From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., residents of all ages are invited to an evening of live music and delicious food options, including Sip & Swirl and Tacos is ...
CLARK, NJ — By Labor Day, we all know that it's time to say farewell to the Clark Community Pool until next year. But why shouldn't our four-legged canine friends have a bit of fun first?On Tuesday, September 2, the Clark Pool will hold Doggy Dip Day, an opportunity for your best furry buddies to ...
PARAMUS, NJ - The Paramus Public Library has curated a handful of summer events catered to those of all ages. A Look Back at Dick Clark's American Bandstand:Date: Wednesday, August 27Time: 7-8:30 p.m.Location: Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Road, Paramus, NJRegister: Registration can be ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Formed in 2022, Burnside Manor brings a local name and a mostly local lineup, with three of the four members hailing from Cranford. Although the band—Chris Rappa, Christopher Flynn, Alex Enzbigilis, and Pete Welch—has played around nearby, this Thursday marks their debut at the ...
WARREN, NJ – The Warren Township Library Branch is gearing up for an exciting array of programs slated for September 2025, catering to young children, teens, and everyone in between. The library has emphasized that registration is required for all programs, unless stated otherwise.Participants can ...
OXFORD, England — Many people, especially young ones, find classical music to be a particularly stuffy and pretentious genre. Some of this disdain is justified. Much of it is not. Classical pianist Ann DuHamel, an associate professor of music at the University of Minnesota at Morris, kicked off St.
BOCA RATON, FL - This September, Boca Raton is turning the city into a giant playground for curious young minds. “STEAM through September” is back for its ninth year, giving kids ages 5 to 12 the chance to dive into science, technology, engineering, art, and math in ways that are anything but ...
UNION, NJ - The Union Senior Center will host Mike Mulligan as he takes attendees on a musical journey through the timeless melodies of yesteryear, where every song tells a story and every note brings back a memory.Mulligan has opened for Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge and has performed ...
NEW JERSEY — Singers across the state will have a chance to showcase their talent this fall as American Idol launches auditions for its 24th season.The first round of virtual tryouts for Garden State contestants is set for Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025.As the long-running competition prepares to return ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Calling all Swifties! Stafford Recreation and Next Level Kidz NJ are teaming up to host a one-of-a-kind Girls Club Swiftie Party on Monday, Sept. 15, from 5-6 p.m. at the Stafford Rec Building, 385 Jennings Road.The event promises an hour filled with fun, music and plenty of Taylor ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Calling all Swifties! Stafford Recreation and Next Level Kidz NJ are teaming up to host a one-of-a-kind Girls Club Swiftie Party on Monday, Sept. 15, from 5-6 p.m. at the Stafford Rec Building, 385 Jennings Road.The event promises an hour filled with fun, music and plenty of Taylor ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Middlesex County will transport visitors back in time at the Roaring 20s Jazz Party on Sunday, Sept. 14, at East Jersey Old Town Village in Johnson Park, 1050 River Road, Piscataway.From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., guests can experience the glamour and energy of the 1920s with live jazz by ...
MELBOURNE, FL - TAPinto Melbourne/Melbourne Beach now offers readers a new way to engage every day with our games section, featuring puzzles that challenge your mind while giving you a fun break from your daily routine.For puzzle lovers, our Sudoku games are available in easy, medium and hard ...
FANWOOD, NJ – The annual Fanny Wood Day street fair will return on Sunday, Sept. 14, in the heart of downtown Fanwood at Martine and South Ave. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The popular fall festival features live music all day long, 20+ food vendors, kids' activities, games, contests, and the return of ...
Princeton, NJ – It’s billed as a “sneak peek” at McCarter Theatre's upcoming season – a 90-minute event scheduled for Wednesday, August 27, at the Princeton Public Library. It’s a generous amount of time for a library event, but sensible given the season's lineup of music, theater, dance, comedy, ...