Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

July 2, 2025

BASKING RIDGE, NJ- There are many opportunities to see some first-rate shows right in Bernards Township this summer, including Light Opera of New Jersey's Pirates of Penzance July 12 and 13 at the Sieminski Theater, 8000 Fellowship Road in Basking Ridge.The play, a comedic opera, first premiered in ...

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BERNARDS TOWNSHIP, NJ – 2025 Ridge High School graduate and tenor saxophonist Jacob Cordani says he hopes to “bring younger people into the idea of jazz” with his own style of reggae jazz inspired by the sounds of Bob Marley and Sublime. “If you want to keep jazz young, you’ve got to evolve,” he ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — History comes alive this Independence Day in Piscataway, where East Jersey Old Town Village will host “A Revolutionary Celebration: Independence Day on the Raritan,” commemorating a pivotal moment in the Revolutionary War.Presented by the Middlesex County Division of History and ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Get ready for a star-spangled night in Coral Springs as the city throws its annual Independence Day bash this Friday, July 4, at Mullins Park.The celebration begins at 5 p.m. with a performance by The Remix Band on the main stage. Uncle Sam and Lady Liberty stilt walkers will be ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Staying in town this 4th of July weekend? Well, there are some great events planned! Check out the list of all the fun things happening in and around town this weekend.THURSDAY JULY 3Urban Farm Stand; 31 Hazel Street in Morristown; 3pm - 6pmBonsai Workshop at Glenbrook Brewery ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Staying in town this 4th of July weekend? Well, there are some great events planned! Check out the list of all the fun things happening in and around town this weekend.THURSDAY JULY 3Urban Farm Stand; 31 Hazel Street in Morristown; 3pm - 6pmBonsai Workshop at Glenbrook Brewery ...

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UNION, NJ – Beginning Thursday, July 10, Union’s Summer Concert Series kicks off with 90s hits from Nine Deeez Night.The free live music nights will be held on three Thursdays in July at Rabkin Park from 7:30 to 9 p.m.“We’re delighted to bring back our Summer Concert Series, a true highlight of the ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ -  The South Plainfield Public Library this week unveiled a newly designed website. Launched on July 1, the redesigned site stemmed from feedback received from patrons in response to the library’s strategic planning efforts. Designed by John Aluotto of Renaissance Web ...

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ASBURY PARK, NJ - Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and get ready to dance, sing, and celebrate all month long with free activities at Springwood Park.Residents can look forward to a vibrant lineup of activities, including free line dancing classes every Thursday night in July ...

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Maplewood, NJ - This past Saturday, the TATTOO LOVE SHACK celebrated 1 full year in operation and their Grand Opening.  The ribbon cutting took place in front of the salon. Bill Harrington, a third                  generation Harrington entrepreneur in Maplewood who decided he did not want to ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, will host the biggest fireworks shows of the season as part of the team’s Star & Stripes Weekend on Friday, July 4th and Saturday, July 5th. The Patriots take on the Reading Fightin Phils (Philadelphia Phillies) ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, will host the biggest fireworks shows of the season as part of the team’s Star & Stripes Weekend on Friday, July 4th and Saturday, July 5th. The Patriots take on the Reading Fightin Phils (Philadelphia Phillies) ...

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MONTVILLE, NJ – Montville Township's 2025 Concerts in the Park kicks-off on Wednesday, July 2 and runs through August. All concerts in this free concert series will be held on Wednesdays at 7 p.m., with rain dates on Thursdays at the same time. All concerts are held at the Community Park ...

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NEWARK - GlassRoots, after a nearly 10-year search, has landed at a new glassblowing studio space at 23 William St. in Newark’s Teachers Village, with the vision of expanding access to art programs and enlivening the neighborhood. Last week the Newark glass art center celebrated its expansion ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Borough of New Providence is excited to invite the community to its Annual July 3 Fireworks & Community Celebration, taking place Wednesday, July 3, from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. in downtown New Providence.This much-loved event will feature an evening full of music, sidewalk ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Step back in time and join historical balladeer Linda Russell for an engaging outdoor concert that brings the music of early America to life on Wednesday, July 2 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage Historic SiteWith broadsides, ballads, love songs, ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Step back in time and join historical balladeer Linda Russell for an engaging outdoor concert that brings the music of early America to life on Wednesday, July 2 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage Historic SiteWith broadsides, ballads, love songs, ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ - Come catch a free movie this summer in Morristown. Kick back, relax and enjoy a movie at the MPAC. Movies to enjoy this summer include:Paddington in Peru on July 29 at 10:30amThe Goonies on July 29 at 7pmDog Man on August 12 at 10:30amWicked (Singalong) on August 12 at 7pmSpace is ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ - Come catch a free movie this summer in Morristown. Kick back, relax and enjoy a movie at the MPAC. Movies to enjoy this summer include:Paddington in Peru on July 29 at 10:30amThe Goonies on July 29 at 7pmDog Man on August 12 at 10:30amWicked (Singalong) on August 12 at 7pmSpace is ...

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NEW JERSEY – AAA expects over 2 million New Jersey residents to travel during the July 4 holiday weekend.  Of those, 1.7 million will be driving, with about 190,000 flying and 155,000 going on a cruise or taking the bus or train.A record number of Americans are expected to travel to celebrate ...

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NEW JERSEY – AAA expects over 2 million New Jersey residents to travel during the July 4 holiday weekend.  Of those, 1.7 million will be driving, with about 190,000 flying and 155,000 going on a cruise or taking the bus or train.A record number of Americans are expected to travel to celebrate ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — Due to weather, Sweet Sounds Downtown has been canceled on Tuesday, July 1. Joe Taino Group will play on Quimby Street from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, instead. Howlin' Poets, which was scheduled at Foundation Park from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, were not available.A ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Get ready to dance the night away as Lost in Place, a six-piece classic rock cover band from Hopatcong, takes the stage Wednesday evening, July 2, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. at Memorial Park as part of the Berkeley Heights Recreation Summer Concert in the Park(s) Series.Known for ...

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HAMILTON, NJ – The Hamilton Township Public Library is kicking off its “Movie of the Month” series for July with the screening of the 1996 sci-fi thriller Independence Day.Starring Will Smith, Bill Pullman, and Jeff Goldblum, the movie follows the unlikely group who band together to defend Earth ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — With Piscataway’s annual Independence Day fireworks show set to light up the sky, township officials have released important parking and traffic information for attendees heading to Piscataway High School.Designated parking will be available in specific lots at the high school and ...

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Leer en EspañolPERTH AMBOY - The city will kick off Independence Day weekend with a bang when it hosts its annual fireworks show along the Sadowski Parkway waterfront.The Wednesday, July 2 event will be a festive evening for the whole family, complete with delicious food, local artisans, exciting ...

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.NUTLEY, NJ - After rocking our world at the June 29 Nutley Farmer's Market, TAPinto Nutley has learned that Anna Felice will return to town a few more times this summer.Felice first caught our ear when she performed at the Oakley Kitchen and Cocktails. She has since performed at other venues ...

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SHIP BOTTOM, NJ - The Children's Sand and Surf Mission (CSSM) continues its program for the 2025 season.This summer's dates are weekdays/evenings on Monday, July 21–Friday, August 1, 2025.CSSM meets at 19th Street Beach in Ship Bottom, NJ, from 10-11:45 a.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. for ages 3-14.CSSM is a ...

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BERNARDSVILLE BOROUGH, NJ - Main Street Bernardsville is bringing back its annual car show on Sunday, July 20 (rain date: July 27).Classic and unique cars will be on display at the train station and the Library parking lot. Wear comfortable shoes to explore the exhibits and enjoy everything ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Township of Springfield will hold its annual Independence Day celebration on July 4 at Meisel Avenue Park.The festivities will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday afternoon.Fireworks will be held at dusk. The free event includes food trucks, inflatables, a petting zoo, pony rides, and ...

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