Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

June 25, 2025

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The township will get an early start on the July 4th Independence Day holiday with a fireworks display and live music performed by Gypsy, a Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac tribute band on Saturday, June 28th beginning at 5 p.m. at the Auten Road School.Parking will be at ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—The fourth summer of bluegrass at the Tileworks returns on Sunday, June 29, with a show featuring plenty of picking and strumming.Junior Sisk will play traditional bluegrass. Sisk has been singing and playing his brand of bluegrass since he was a teenager in Virginia, picking with ...

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WEST WINDSOR, NJ – Time is ticking to sign up to be a vendor at one of central New Jersey's most beloved cultural events – the Mercer County Italian American Festival. New Jersey has the second-largest population of any state in the U.S.After a five-year hiatus, the Festival, which has historically ...

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BARNEGAT, NJ - The Barnegat Recreation Center is set to host a month full of excitement with its beloved Family Fun Nights this July! Located at 900 W Bay Avenue, the Recreation Center invites families to enjoy four evenings of summer entertainment, treats, and community bonding.Pre-Registration is ...

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MANAHAWKIN, NJ - An exciting new community event is coming to Manahawkin this summer. The inaugural Southern Ocean Home, Dock & Garden Show is happening on Monday, July 21, at the scenic Manahawkin Lake Park and Pavilion, starting at 4 p.m.This one-of-a-kind showcase brings together local ...

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MANAHAWKIN, NJ - An exciting new community event is coming to Manahawkin this summer. The inaugural Southern Ocean Home, Dock & Garden Show is happening on Monday, July 21, at the scenic Manahawkin Lake Park and Pavilion, starting at 4 p.m.This one-of-a-kind showcase brings together local ...

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GLEN ROCK, NJ - Bring your chairs and blankets and celebrate America’s birthday through music on the lawn at Borough Hall: Thursday, July 3 at 7 p.m. Rain date is July 4.Join the Pops, the Independence Day Committee and supporting partner Suka Jewelry in recognizing the Thomas Egan VFW Post #850 as ...

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HAMILTON, NJ - Families looking for a fun way to kick off the weekend are invited to a free outdoor movie night at the Hamilton Township Public Library this Friday, June 27.The library will host a screening of the beloved Disney animated film Lilo & Stitch beginning at 8:30 p.m. on the library ...

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Cupcake Kickoff & Escape Room Sign UpDate: Tuesday, July 1Time: 2:30-3:30pmEvent Description: “Decorate a cupcake, sign up for our Escape Room event, and make some new friends.” Johnson Public Library in Hackensack has curated a handful of events catered to teens who are on summer break.  ...

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BRANCHBURG, NJ - Children’s programming is the “star” of the shows at the Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium in Branchburg this summer. The following events are being planned in July for youngsters and their families: Magic Tree House: Space Mission, Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, at ...

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BRANCHBURG, NJ - Children’s programming is the “star” of the shows at the Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium in Branchburg this summer. The following events are being planned in July for youngsters and their families: Magic Tree House: Space Mission, Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, at ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Public Library is offering the following children's programs for the month of July.July 2025 Children’s Department programs and events:Weekly programs: Bingo For Children: Mondays at 6:30pm – 7:00pmBingo games for children ages 3 & upJuly 7, 14, 21 & 28Lap ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Public Library is offering the following adult programs for the month of July.Mobile Blood Drive on Tuesday, July 3 at 3:30pm – 6:00pmJoin us for a life-saving event as we host a Mobile Blood Drive in partnership with Vitalant Blood Donation in front of the Library.

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Nearly one year after opening its permanent home at American Dream, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) has announced its 2025 inductees. This year's list of 17 inductees includes Grammy-nominated pop rock band Jonas Brothers, Motown legends The Isley Brothers, David Bryan, ...

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Nearly a year after opening its permanent home at American Dream, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) has announced its 2025 inductees. This year's list of 17 inductees includes Grammy-nominated pop rock band Jonas Brothers, chef/restaurateur David Burke, four-time Olympic ...

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VERONA, NJ - Due to the extreme heat, the Fireflies performance, initially scheduled for June 25 at 7 p.m. at Verona Park, has been rescheduled. Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. announced that the concert has been moved to August 19 at 7 p.m. in Verona Park.The Fireflies concert is ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ - The borough has announced its annual summer concert series, and in spite of recent heat, the show will go on!Here's the listing of the summer Sunday concerts; note: weather will sometimes be a factor!

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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 free admission. You do not have to attend every ...

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Nearly one year after opening its permanent home at American Dream, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) has announced its 2025 inductees. This year's list of 17 inductees includes Grammy-nominated pop rock band Jonas Brothers, chef/restaurateur David Burke, four-time Olympic ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ – Piscataway’s annual Independence Day celebration returns Friday, July 4, with fireworks lighting up the night sky over Kenny Armwood Stadium at Piscataway High School, following an evening of family-friendly festivities in the parking loop area.Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and will ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - Milltown's Fourth of July celebrations are a must-do for many Middlesex County residents. It may be hard to believe, but the borough has been delighting area residents with its Independence Day festivities for 100 years. In honor of the 100th-year anniversary of Milltown's Fourth of ...

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Nearly one year after opening its permanent home at American Dream, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) has announced its 2025 inductees. This year's list of 17 inductees includes Grammy-nominated pop rock band Jonas Brothers, Motown legends The Isley Brothers, David Bryan, ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Local flavor meets fine art this summer as Somerville Arts (formerly Arts on Division) and Verve Restaurant team up to launch “Art with Brunch,” a curated one-off event blending visual art, delicious food, and creative conversation in the heart of downtown Somerville.On Sunday, ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The township will hold their annual Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 1, at 6:00 PM at Crossroad South Middle School. The rain date will be Wednesday, July 2.The celebration will feature food vendors, live music, and fireworks at 9:00 PM. Entry to the event is free ...

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TINICIUM TOWNSHIP, PA—The annual orchestra performance by the Delaware River returns to Tinicum Park on June 28 with the “Concert Under the Stars.”The concert by the Riverside Symphonia, which typically draws thousands of people the Saturday before the Fourth of July, features a finale of fireworks ...

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Florham Park, NJ — New Jersey Ballet is proud to announce its 2025/2026 Season at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), where the company serves as the Resident Ballet Company. This season offers an inspiring mix of bold contemporary choreography, beloved classics, and treasured holiday ...

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Florham Park, NJ — New Jersey Ballet is proud to announce its 2025/2026 Season at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), where the company serves as the Resident Ballet Company. This season offers an inspiring mix of bold contemporary choreography, beloved classics, and treasured holiday ...

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WEST WINDSOR, NJ – Enjoy hot summer days and late nights at the upcoming 10-day L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair that will be open at the Mercer County Festival Grounds. The L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair will be held between Friday, June 27 and Sunday, July 6 at the Festival Grounds located in West Windsor. The ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - The annual fireworks show is scheduled for Thursday, June 26, and the weather outlook seems a little tricky, and you may even need a sweater to sit on the beach!The heatwave is scheduled to break by Thursday night, when according to the National Weather Service, there's a chance of ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - The Wednesday, June 25 kick-off of the Nutley Family Service Bureau Summer Concert Series is moving indoors because of the heat.Due to the extreme heat, the first concert featuring the Porch Rockers is moving indoors to the Knights of Columbus at 150 Chestnut St. The concert kicks off ...

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