Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

July 11, 2025

CARTERET, NJ — The URSB Performing Arts & Events Center will start its summer 2025 season with a new ‘Brew Fest’ that features handcrafted beers from more than 40 New Jersey breweries, including many that are locally-made.Summer Brew Fest comes to the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events ...

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Princeton, NJ -- At first glance, The Odyssey may not seem like the kind of story you would attempt to present to elementary schoolers. But for Lucy Shea, a rising junior at Princeton University, this complex epic was her very source of inspiration. This summer Shea adapted and now directs a ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – The Scotch Plains Summer Concert Series kicked off Thursday, July 10, on the Alan M. Augustine Village Green with Simply The Best, a tribute band dedicated to the Ladies of the 80s. A big crowd turned out on a perfect evening for an outdoor show, presented by Scotch Plains ...

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SUMMIT, NJ – Glenn Alexander’s guitar isn’t just an instrument — it’s a storyteller. On Saturday at 7 p.m. at The Albion in Summit, he and his daughter Oria will bring their shared passion for blues, soul and rock to life in an intimate duo performance that is as much about family as it is about ...

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 SOMERVILLE, NJ - Just a few hundred feet from the front doors of the Somerville Post Office, the Tyrone Stackhouse Project will be ready to deliver a first-class concert Friday night, kicking off a weekend doubleheader of live music with Cushetunk taking over Saturday night as the Downtown ...

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CRANFORD, N.J. — Adam Sandler has returned to the Garden State, this time not in front of the camera but behind it, producing a new Netflix film starring his teenage daughter, Sunny Sandler. Production on “Don't Say Good Luck” is underway in Cranford, with filming expected to continue over the next ...

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CRANFORD, N.J. — Adam Sandler has returned to the Garden State, this time not in front of the camera but behind it, producing a new Netflix film starring his teenage daughter, Sunny Sandler. Production on “Don't Say Good Luck” is underway in Cranford, with filming expected to continue over the next ...

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CRANFORD, N.J. — Adam Sandler has returned to the Garden State, this time not in front of the camera but behind it, producing a new Netflix film starring his teenage daughter, Sunny Sandler. Production on “Don't Say Good Luck” is underway in Cranford, with filming expected to continue over the next ...

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CRANFORD, N.J. — Adam Sandler has returned to the Garden State, this time not in front of the camera but behind it, producing a new Netflix film starring his teenage daughter, Sunny Sandler. Production on “Don't Say Good Luck” is underway in Cranford, with filming expected to continue over the next ...

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OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will continue Thursday with a performance of polkas/oldies by the Larry Lewicki Band.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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NEWTON, NJ—The Town of Newton’s summer outdoor movie nights will be starting Friday, July 25 with the showing of the new movie “Mufasa". The event will begin at 7 p.m. and admission is free. This year, however, instead of being at Memory Park, the movie night will take place at Sussex County ...

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CRANFORD, N.J. — Adam Sandler has returned to the Garden State, this time not in front of the camera but behind it, producing a new Netflix film starring his teenage daughter, Sunny Sandler. Production on “Don't Say Good Luck” is underway in Cranford, with filming expected to continue over the next ...

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MANAHAWKIN, NJ - An annual summer tradition is back at St. Mary's for their carnival July 15-20, 2025.  Rides, Games, Food & Fun to be had at 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ from 6-10 p.m. Admission and parking is free. Unlimited Ride Wristbands:Presale through July 14th at Midnight:  $40 per ...

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BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ — A Bordentown author and illustrator will be celebrating the upcoming release of his third children's book at an event at a popular area brewery this weekend.Joseph Johnson, writer of The Dragon Who Extinguished the Stars, will be holding a family-friendly book release and ...

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MAPLEWOOD, NJ __ This weekend brings Maplewoodstock, the annual music and arts festival, back to Memorial Park for its 20th anniversary.Thousands from South Orange-Maplewood and across the area and beyond converge in the park's natural amphitheater for two days of music, food, drinks, crafts and ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Summer is in full swing and there is so much going on! Check out the list we've compiled just for you! Have a great weekend everyone! Friday July 11The Career Experience at Berkeley College; 10am - 1pmThrive Morris is looking for volunteers to give back at Grow it Green ...

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CRANFORD, N.J. — Adam Sandler has returned to the Garden State, this time not in front of the camera but behind it, producing a new Netflix film starring his teenage daughter, Sunny Sandler. Production on “Don't Say Good Luck” is underway in Cranford, with filming expected to continue over the next ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - There's a lot to do in the borough over the summer, whether it be a swim in the pool, a visit to the farmers market at the arboretum, movies and live bands at Memorial…but wait, there's more!Fair Lawn Main Street Inc. is now bringing Summer Street Musicians for your pleasure.In ...

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CRANFORD, NJ — Adam Sandler is back in New Jersey to film a new Netflix movie for the next two weeks in Cranford and elsewhere.Sandler is not in front of the camera. He's behind the scenes. The comedic actor, 58, is producing a Netflix film that stars his 16-year-old teenage daughter, Sunny ...

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Linden, NJ - Linden Public Library Announces Technology Q&A : Get Your Digital Help! Do you have computer, tablet, or phone questions? We're here to help answer all of your digital literacy questions and more at our OPEN Technology Q&A - no registration required. Something got you stumped? ...

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MANAHAWKIN, NJ - An annual summer tradition is back at St. Mary's for their carnival July 15-20, 2025.  Rides, Games, Food & Fun to be had at 100 Bishop Lane, Manahawkin, NJ from 6-10 p.m. Admission and parking is free. Unlimited Ride Wristbands:Presale through July 14th at Midnight:  $40 per ...

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SOMERSET, NJ - This weekend in Somerset County offers a little something for everyone—from opera in the spotlight to classic cars under summer skies, poolside paint nights, fresh pizza on the farm, and even a full moon sound bath. With help from our friends at Somerset County Tourism, here’s your ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The New Providence “Concert in the Park” summer series launched in unforgettable style Thursday night with a lively performance by the legendary country-rock band Kinderhook at Centennial Park. The kickoff event drew a packed, multigenerational crowd of music lovers — from ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Summer is in full swing and there is so much going on! Check out the list we've compiled just for you! Have a great weekend everyone! Friday July 11The Career Experience at Berkeley College; 10am - 1pmThrive Morris is looking for volunteers to give back at Grow it Green ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Between the City of Rahway's “Live at the Paseo” performance on Friday and live performances every Saturday at Rahway Arts District Park, both part of the Mayor's Summer Concert Series, there's plenty to do and experience this weekend in town.The music series, sponsored by Mayor ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Summer is in full swing and there is so much going on! Check out the list we've compiled just for you! Have a great weekend everyone! Friday July 11The Career Experience at Berkeley College; 10am - 1pmThrive Morris is looking for volunteers to give back at Grow it Green ...

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.NUTLEY, NJ - After drawing a capacity crowd this week during Nutley Family Service Bureau's outdoor concert, Anna Felice returns to the Nutley Farmers Market this Sunday.She'll be performing from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Nutley Farmers Market has become an ersatz community center since relocating to ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – It’s the weekend!  Have some fun around Melbourne: Friday, July 11Dreamland Miniature Golf; Derek Gores Gallery, 1418 Highland Ave., Melbourne; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.Food Truck Friday; 2300 Judge Fran Jamieson Way, Melbourne; 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.Homeschool Summer Sunset Safari; Brevard Zoo, ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Scott Riccardi, a 25-year-old engineer from Somerville, has racked up an impressive $144,902, over four consecutive victories on Jeopardy!  A 2021 graduate of Rutgers University in New Brunswick, Riccardi earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on ...

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 SOMERVILLE, NJ - Just a few hundred feet from the front doors of the Somerville Post Office, the Tyrone Stackhouse Project will be ready to deliver a first-class concert Friday night, kicking off a weekend doubleheader of live music with Cushetunk taking over Saturday night as the Downtown ...

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