Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

June 28, 2025

CEDAR GROVE, NJ - Cedar Grove’s Annual Fireworks Display is making its 2025 return. The event will be held on June 30 at Panther Park Field, located at 100 W Bradford Avenue. In the event of inclement weather, a rain date is set for July 1. Gates open at 7 p.m. Fireworks will begin at dusk.The ...

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 UNION, NJ – The Township and the 250th Committee are hosting a free 12-mile bike tour on July 4th, offering a unique opportunity to combine fitness with local heritage.Beginning at 8:30 a.m., the tour will guide participants past five of Union’s most iconic historical sites."I can't think of a ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Ripples from New Jersey's deep reservoir of rock'n'roll talent have been spreading from the Saturday night Summer Stage concert series on the Division Street pedestrian mall the past several weeks - with a big splash expected Saturday when the Bob Lanza Blues Band comes to ...

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SOUTH PLAINFILED, NJ - Summer is all about being outside, but sometimes when the temperatures get too high it's nice to have somewhere cool to spend an afternoon or an early evening enjoying a movie. With busy schedules and pricey tickets, a night out at the movies isn't as budget-friendly as it ...

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AVON-BY-THE-SEA, NJ — Fourteen-year-old singer-songwriter Lily LiCausi has released her debut single, Broken Record—a deeply personal and powerful track inspired by her experiences with social anxiety and panic attacks. The emotionally raw song marks an impressive debut for the rising freshman at ...

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WARETOWN, NJ - The Township of Ocean invites the community to come together in a patriotic celebration for the 14th Annual Independence Day Celebration on Saturday, June 28, 2025, beginning at 10 a.m. The event will take place at Corliss Park – Lake & Recreation Area Pavilion, located at 182 ...

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BARNEGAT, NJ - Due to impending rain on Saturday the concert scheduled at the Barnegat Dock for Saturday, June 28th featuring "Reflection Station" has been moved to Brackman School.Brackman School is located at 600 Barnegat Blvd. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. 

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What an amazing run!! Friday Sold Out! Saturday, only 10 tickets for the 2:00pm show and only 6 left for the 8:00pm show! Come on out Saturday and catch what's been an amazing adventure!!Some tickets remain for our final 2 performances of FOR PETER PAN ON HER 70TH BIRTHDAY directed by Gina Sarno ...

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CAMDEN – A tsunami of color surrounds visitors to the Adventure Aquarium in Camden as a new permanent exhibit emphasizes grouping fish and other animals by color and light rather than habitat.“Kaleidoscope Cove” opens to the public on Saturday, June 28, after a few years of planning.“We're hoping ...

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The library will be closed on Friday, July 4th. The library’s regular hours are: Monday - Tuesday:  9am - 8pm Wednesday:  7am - 8pm (Main Building)                                9am - 8pm (Children’s Building)Thursday: 9am - 6pm Friday & Saturday: 9am - 5pmThe BPLis  beating the heat this ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - There are fireworks and then there are Fair Lawn fireworks!The annual 4th of July show took place the day the recent heat wave broke, Thursday, June 26. From high 90 temperatures, to 60-ish degrees, it was a major cool-off for a hot show.The crowd filtered into the Memorial Beach ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown won’t have fireworks or a parade for the Fourth of July, but there are plenty of ways to celebrate the red, white and blue in Central Bucks. Here’s a look at Independence Day celebrations in and around Doylestown.An old-fashioned Fourth. Fonthill Castle will hold its ...

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RED BANK, NJ: Downtown Red Bank has something for everyone—whether you’re here to shop, dine, take in a show, or soak up the local charm.A little parking prep goes a long way. While some lots fill up fast, several lesser-known options are just a short stroll from the heart of the action.“Not ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Ripples from New Jersey's deep reservoir of rock'n'roll talent have been spreading from the Saturday night Summer Stage concert series on the Division Street pedestrian mall the past several weeks - with a big splash expected Saturday when the Bob Lanza Blues Band comes to ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Ripples from New Jersey's deep reservoir of rock'n'roll talent have been spreading from the Saturday night Summer Stage concert series on the Division Street pedestrian mall the past several weeks - with a big splash expected Saturday when the Bob Lanza Blues Band comes to ...

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HOBOKEN, NJ — The City of Hoboken is seeking photo submissions from residents as part of the next phase of the 7th & Jackson Community Mural Project, which will be painted along the eastern fence of the 7th & Jackson Resiliency Park.The 2,025-square-foot mural will feature images drawn from ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway's Live at the Paseo, part of the Mayor's Summer Concert Series, returns this summer, every Friday, from June 13 to September 12, from 6:30-9:30 p.m.The music series is sponsored by Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe, the Rahway City Council, Rahway Special Improvement ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ - The Johnson Public Library has Johnson Public Library in Hackensack has curated a handful of events catered to teens who are on summer break.  Students entering seventh grade to twelfth grade in the fall of 2025 can attend. Class of 2025 graduates are also welcome.All events are ...

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CLARK, NJ — Starting on June 23, at the Clark Public Library, it's Teen-Y Tiny Art Show Summer 2025.Open to teens entering grades 6-12, stop by the Clark Public Library, located at 303 Westfield Ave, between June 23 and August 8 (while supplies last), and pick up your free canvas and ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — The ILOVE2READ Book & Literacy Organization has been excited to continue its Book & Literacy Festival, its annual, free, community-centered, and literacy-based family-friendly event, throughout the month of June.The final June event is today, Friday, June 27, 4-7 p.m., at the ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Ripples from New Jersey's deep reservoir of rock'n'roll talent have been spreading from the Saturday night Summer Stage concert series on the Division Street pedestrian mall the past several weeks - with a big splash expected Saturday when the Bob Lanza Blues Band comes to ...

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RARITAN, NJ - The annual St. Ann Festa was held June 19 through June 21 with lots of delicious food, games and much more off Second Avenue in Raritan.

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COCONUT CREEK, FL – Car lovers of all ages are invited to the City of Coconut Creek’s “Hot Rods & Hot Dogs Car Show” on Saturday. The free event - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Center, at 1100 Lyons Road – will feature live entertainment, a wide array of food trucks, and a local car show ...

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(Millburn, NJ).  Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee-Producing Artistic Director, Michael Stotts-Executive Director) is pleased to announce the winners of the 30th annual Paper Mill Playhouse Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater following the June 3 ceremony. The Summit ...

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FANWOOD, NJ - Fanwood's annual Party in the Park will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at La Grande Park from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.This annual summer event will bring fun for the whole family, including music, food, rides, prizes, and a child's play challenge course. Sponsored events will include ...

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FANWOOD, NJ – A morning shower and temperatures in the mid to upper 80s did not deter music enthusiasts and families from turning out for Fanwood Summer FanJam, on Sunday, June 22nd at La Grande Park.  The event, held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., featured live bands, over a dozen food trucks, a Kids’ ...

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HOBOKEN, NJ — The Division of Cultural Affairs has announced the summer concert series at Church Square Park, featuring a variety of music every Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.July 2: Issyra Gallery – West African folk, kora, and balafo music.July 9: Demolition String Band – Roots, rock, and ...

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It's been a hot week but it looks like things are finally cooling down.  Thank you to everyone who attended last week's Tango Night on BroadWalk!  Tonight (Thursday) we have another type of dancing on our pedestrian plaza.  Get ready for the return of...LINE DANCING ON BROADWALKLine Dancing was ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – It’s the weekend!  Have some fun around Melbourne: Friday, June 27Dreamland Miniature Golf; Derek Gores Gallery, 1418 Highland Ave., Melbourne; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.Comedy Show ft. Rauce Padgett (Real Radio 104.1 FM); Pineapples, 1434 Pineapple Ave, Melbourne; 7 p.m. – 10:30 ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Ripples from New Jersey's deep reservoir of rock'n'roll talent have been spreading from the Saturday night Summer Stage concert series on the Division Street pedestrian mall the past several weeks - with a big splash expected Saturday when the Bob Lanza Blues Band comes to ...

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