Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

August 19, 2025

BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Summer may be winding down, but the Downtown Somerville Alliance continues to crank up a busy calendar of things to do this week and through the end of September, beginning with Disney's “Inside Out 2” animated cartoon closing out the Starlit Cinema series Wednesday, Aug. 20 on ...

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Update: This event has been postponed to Friday, due to weather. Read the notice here.PLAINFIELD, NJ — Last month, the City of Plainfield Division of Parks and Recreation showed two kids movies on the City Hall lawn—Wicked and Mufasa: The Lion King. This month it will be the adults' turn.Love and ...

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CAMBRIDGE – Get ready for a brand-new theater season at the Hubbard Hall Theater Company.Thursday, June 19, the Cambridge Theater company officially announced its 2025-2026 theater season and show lineup. Beginning Wednesday, Aug. 20, Hubbard Hall will bring their Free Shakespeare tour program to ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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NEWTON, NJ—The Town of Newton is having its last Outdoor Movie Night event of the summer this weekend.The event will now be held at its new location, the Sussex County Community College, making it more accessible and convenient for the community.The feature film is Marvel’s action-packed ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—A new music festival returns to Doylestown this weekend for its second year after nearly being put out of business in the spring of 2024.The festival, known as BucksMont Bonzeroo, began life as Perkasie PorchFest in 2022. In 2024, less a month before that year’s event was supposed to ...

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Morristown, NJ  – The top literary event in the tri-state area, the Morristown Festival of Books returns Friday, October 10, and Saturday, October 11, in historic downtown Morristown with something for readers of all ages and tastes. The Keynote Event kicks things off on Friday night, followed by ...

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Morristown, NJ  – The top literary event in the tri-state area, the Morristown Festival of Books returns Friday, October 10, and Saturday, October 11, in historic downtown Morristown with something for readers of all ages and tastes. The Keynote Event kicks things off on Friday night, followed by ...

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PARSIPPANY, NJ - There are two free concerts scheduled to take place in Parsippany this week at Veterans Park.→ Tonight, Monday, August 18th: The Benjamins→ Thursday, August 21st: Garden State RadioBoth shows start at 7:30 PM. Don't miss out on the fun!"

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Open Door Arts, Visual & Performing Arts Center (ODAC) has issued a call for New Jersey Playwrights to submit one-act plays for a night of staged reading performances.Selected performances will be scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 15, at the PeopleCare Center, 120 Finderne Ave. in ...

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EDISON, NJ - Vendor applications are available for the upcoming Winter Wonderland and Tree Lighting Celebration in Edison Township. Applications are due by Friday, November 28 and can be found by clicking here.Vendor fees are as follows:10’x 16’ Parking Lot Space with Wooden Hut = $200.00 (food ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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SUMMIT, N.J. — The final installment of the Summit Department of Community Programs’ 2025 Summer Concert Series takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 19, on the Village Green, across from the train station. Brian Kirk and the Jirks will perform at 7 p.m., capping a season of music, dancing, food trucks, and ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of August 18 - August 22.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, August 18: LEARN CODING WITH SCRATCH JR 4:00pm – 5:00pmAges: 5 – 8Join us for this introductory class.  Scratch Jr is a kid-friendly ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ - TAPinto 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 versions. Beginners can start ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - She's become a local favorite and she's returning to the Oakley this weekend!The lovely and talented Lisa Marie will be performing all of your favorite hits.  Swing by! It's happening on Friday, August 22 starting at 7 p. m.The Oakley has great food with delicious pizza, burgers, ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ — From the heart of Somerset County to the heart of Africa, Bridgewater photographer Tom Zarcone brought the wilds of the Okavango Delta and surrounding regions to life through his camera lens. Zarcone captured the raw beauty, drama and serenity of African wildlife in a way few get ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Club goers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Club goers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Renowned actor and theater educator Marvin Jefferson will return to Paterson next month with his acclaimed one-man show, Paul Robeson, A Chautauqua. The free performance will take place on Friday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of International High School, 200 Grand Street.The ...

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CRANFORD, NJ – The 2025 Senior Film Series will launch on Tuesday, August 19, at noon with a free screening of Maybe I Do, a 2023 romantic comedy that was partially filmed in Cranford. Scenes featuring stars Diane Keaton and William H. Macy were shot at the Cranford Theater and Craven BBQ.The ...

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Basking Ridge, NJ - Mark your calenders for an afternoon of family fun. The Annual Concert On the Green is scheduled for Sunday, September 21, featuring the Yacht Rock Gold Experience. The Yacht Rock Gold Experience brings all your favorite hits from the late 1970's and early 1980's back for all ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - If everyone truly is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, then Jersey City may have declared itself Boricua this past weekend. On Saturday the community came alive for the 65th annual Jersey City Puerto Rican Day Parade. When the parade first started, then President John F. Kennedy was ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK – Cruise and camera crews on Crescent Court?Streep or Sarandon shooting on Suydam Street? Fassbender or Freeman filming on French Street?Get ready for your close-up, New Brunswick, because Spielberg, Sandler or any number of moviemakers and deep-pocketed production companies could be ...

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CRANFORD, NJ – The 2025 Senior Film Series will launch on Tuesday, August 19, at noon with a free screening of Maybe I Do, a 2023 romantic comedy that was partially filmed in Cranford. Scenes featuring stars Diane Keaton and William H. Macy were shot at the Cranford Theater and Craven BBQ.The ...

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BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Clubgoers at Bird & Betty’s got an unexpected treat Saturday night when Kevin Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, jumped on stage for a surprise performance of the band’s hit single “Burnin’ Up.”  This isn't the first time the pop star has surprised the crowd at Birds. He also ...

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