Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

July 23, 2025

OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will continue Thursday with a performance of classic rock/alternatives by Brian Ash.Concerts in the series will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Almost all will be on Thursdays. Additional concerts have been scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 24, in Lincoln Park and for ...

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ROXBURY, NJ - The Roxbury Arts Alliance (RAA) is inviting local performers to audition for its fall production of The Diary of Anne Frank, describing the play as being “a moving portrayal of hope, resilience and humanity in the face of one of history’s darkest chapters.”Auditions will be held on ...

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MADISON, NJ -  Movie signs were spotted in Madison on Wednesday. The signs said “To Set”, “Trucks”, “Catering” which sent social media buzzing as to what was being filmed and hoping to get a glimpse of some famous actors.Turns out, it was Adam Sandler. He was spotted at Drew University filming for ...

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MADISON, NJ -  Movie signs were spotted in Madison on Wednesday. The signs said “To Set”, “Trucks”, “Catering” which sent social media buzzing as to what was being filmed and hoping to get a glimpse of some famous actors.Turns out, it was Adam Sandler. He was spotted at Drew University filming for ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — Let the stress of the week go this weekend as you explore different outlets to recharge and refresh. Friday offers a networking event for health professionals, community connectors and anyone passionate about mental health. Saturday night, “Ramble On” over to Crazy Uncle Mike’s for ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Public Library is offering the following adult programs for the month of August. Weave with Us on Monday, August 4 at 5:00pm – 7:30pm.Join us the first Monday of each month (holidays excluded) and enjoy the company of fellow weavers.  Bring your portable loom!  ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Theatrical Artist's Prep (TAP) and the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) are proud to present two productions of Beetlejuice Jr. on each of the following days: Friday, July 25; Saturday, July 26; and Sunday, July 27 at UCPAC’s Hamilton Stage, located at 360 Hamilton Street in ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The sounds of summer will come alive at Centennial Park as the New Providence Business Community (New Prov Biz) presents the third and final installment of the New Providence Summer Concert Series, featuring the crowd-pleasing rock 'n roll group, The Kootz, on Thursday ...

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Nutley Little Theatre is excited to announce that we are now accepting director submissions for our 2026-2027 season.  Directors are asked to submit up to two plays. Please email Nutley Little Theatre to express your interest at seasonplanningNLT@gmail.com, and they will provide you with the proper ...

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PARAMUS — The Paramus Police Department is hosting its annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 5.The nationwide initiative, created in 1984, is held each year on the first Tuesday of August. It aims to foster relationships between local law enforcement and the communities they ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Looking for a way to beat the heat with your family this week? Join the Mount Laurel Library for a movie-filled afternoon.The Library will be hosting an open-door screening of the hit family film The Bad Guys on Thursday, July 24 from 1PM to 4PM in the Craft Room.The Bad Guys is ...

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WARETOWN, NJ — Albert Music Hall is set to present its first-ever Pineystock, a 1960s-themed music show inspired by the legendary Summer of ’69. The event will take place on Sunday, August 10th, with doors opening at 1 p.m. and music beginning at 2 p.m.Billed as three hours of "peace, pickin’, and ...

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WARETOWN, NJ — Albert Music Hall is set to present its first-ever Pineystock, a 1960s-themed music show inspired by the legendary Summer of ’69. The event will take place on Sunday, August 10th, with doors opening at 1 p.m. and music beginning at 2 p.m.Billed as three hours of "peace, pickin’, and ...

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SOMERILLE, NJ - The  Downtown Somerville Alliance, the downtown management corporation in Somerville has hired Dana Kessel as its new Executive Director,.Kessel brings over 20 years of diverse marketing and educational experience to her new role, with a unique approach to community engagement and ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Puzzle lovers, it’s time to put your skills to the test.The East Brunswick Public Library is hosting a special Puzzle Swap and Tournament on Sunday, June 30, starting at 7 p.m.Open to adults ages 18 and over, the tournament invites teams of up to four players to take on a ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - The  Downtown Somerville Alliance, the downtown management corporation in Somerville has hired Dana Kessel as its new Executive Director.She will replace Olivia Manning, who resigned May 23, one year after she was hired. Kessel becomes the fifth executive director of the DSA since ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Paterson residents will no longer need to travel out of town to catch a flick. Opening this fall, a new movie theater, Box Office Cinemas, will call Center City Mall home. This comes after Fabian 8 Cinema closed in 2024 after serving Paterson moviegoers for 14 years.Mayor Andre ...

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Red Bank, NJ - Mark your calendars for the 2025 Red Bank Porchfest, an electrifying day of music and community spirit happening on Saturday, October 4, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. (Rain Date Oct 5).This free, family-friendly event will feature over 128 musical acts performing on porches across the ...

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Red Bank, NJ - Mark your calendars for the 2025 Red Bank Porchfest, an electrifying day of music and community spirit happening on Saturday, October 4, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. (Rain Date Oct 5).This free, family-friendly event will feature over 128 musical acts performing on porches across the ...

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The Hasbrouck Heights Summer Concert Series continues this Thursday in Woodland Park.The Past Masters, who performed last summer, will take over the Pavilion. They perform music by classic rock artists from the 60s forward.Read: The Past Masters Entertain Hasbrouck Heights ...

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UNION, NJ – Just weeks after the ribbon was cut on Union’s long-anticipated new public library, the state-of-the-art facility is already proving to be a major draw for residents—and a transformative addition to the community.The new Union Public Library, which officially opened its doors on June 7 ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - A cast of more than 50 local students will soon take the stage in the South Plainfield Summer Drama Workshop’s (SPSDW) 2025 production of Disney's Newsies.Based on the 1992 Disney film and the 2012 Tony-winning Broadway musical of the same name, Newsies was inspired by the ...

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Princeton, NJ – If you have been following Princeton Summer Theater this summer, you may have noticed the casting progression of Lana Gaige. In the season-opening production of “The Bridges of Madison County,” Gaige played the somewhat clumsy son of an Iowa farmer whose wife is having an affair ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Public Library is offering the following children's programs for the month of August.August 2025 Children’s Department programs and events: Weekly programs: Bingo For Children: Mondays at 6:30pm – 7:00pmBingo games for children ages 3 & upAugust 4, 11, 18 & ...

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South Orange, NJ — The Pierro Gallery is proud to present Cumming of Age, an unforgettable 25-year retrospective chronicling the iconic Alan Cumming through the lens of acclaimed photographer Steve Vaccariello. This powerful exhibition, on view from August 26 through November 2, invites visitors ...

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WARREN, NJ – The library is currently closed Tuesday night for maintenance, but  looking ahead at the library:Warren Township Library Library Programs SCLSNJ offers a variety of programs for all ages – both in-branch and virtual programs to #ExploreAtHome. Visit the library website ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Doylestown farm where the gardening giant Burpee got its start will open its doors on Saturday for its once-a-year open house, giving the public a rare peek at the historic estate where the company began.Fordhook Farm, which is located at 105 New Britain Rd. (across from the side ...

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HOPEWELL, NJ – Enjoy the variety of agriculture, history, children's activities, food, and more this weekend at one of the longest-running summer traditions in Mercer County – the 106th Annual Mercer County 4-H Fair! Across both days of The Fair, visitors can enjoy animal shows, live music, farm ...

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CLARK, NJ — The Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School Music Parents Association is currently selling $20 gift cards to Dave & Buster's.The $20 gift cards are worth 137 game chips and do not expire.The fundraiser supports the ALJ music program.Click here to place an order and for more ...

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While summer break is a great time to rejuvenate after a long school year, it also allows time for kids to stay engaged and active outside the classroom. The Johnson Public Library is offering weekly activities for kids of all ages to attend through August 9. Registration is not ...

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