Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By TAPINTO BAYONNE STAFF
June 18, 2025
BAYONNE, NJ - The Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (BEOF) is set to celebrate its 60th anniversary with the Rhythm of Giving Gala on July 11 at the Liberty House in Jersey City.The event will feature artists, a disc jockey, and live bands with music covering all six decades, as well as ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - It was four days of rides, games and fun foods one usually only eats at a carnival: the Glen Rock Family Fun Fair!The event, which took place from June 11-14 at Wilde Memorial Park, was co-sponsored by the Glen Rock Central Business District, which utilizes its funds for the ...
BEDMINSTER, NJ - The Center for Contemporary Arts has announced the winners of its 2025 Members’ Juried Exhibition, with “Best in Show” awarded to Somerville artist Annalena Bohach for her paper collage, Pixie Dust.The variety and range of entries is a testament to the diversity and creativity of ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Victor M. Lopez Jr., in collaboration with his team and the cultural platforms What Hoboken Sounds Like and the newly expanded What Jersey City Sounds Like, proudly announces the return of the 3rd Annual Summer Blockfest: Hip-Hop Festival & Community Celebration, happening Sunday, ...
BEDMINSTER, NJ - The Center for Contemporary Arts has announced the winners of its 2025 Members’ Juried Exhibition, with “Best in Show” awarded to Somerville artist Annalena Bohach for her paper collage, Pixie Dust.The variety and range of entries is a testament to the diversity and creativity of ...
EDISON, NJ - Edison Township has canceled their annual farmers' market for the 2025 season. The township says the market will be closed this year due to lack of participation. The farmers' market was scheduled to be open from June to October at Swales Park, located at 64 Park Way. The market would ...
BEDMINSTER, NJ - Sandra Kosinski of New Providence was recognized with an Honorable Mention in The Center for Contemporary Art’s Members’ Juried Exhibition, celebrating the creativity and talent of its vibrant artistic community. Her work was selected from among seventy-five pieces showcased in the ...
ROSELLE, NJ - Movie night is returning to Roselle’s Borough Hall on Saturday. This week’s rendition takes viewers into the world of Disney with a screening of Moana 2. The movie will begin at 7 p.m. Borough Hall is located at 210 Chestnut Street. Residents of all ages are invited to attend. For ...
PORTVILLE, NY — The 2025 Music In The Park series will continue Wednesday with a performance of folk and soft rock by Nothing to Lose.The concerts will run from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Pioneer Park, North Main Street at Maple Avenue.The series will continue through Sept. 10. The remaining schedule ...
RED BANK, NJ: Elliott Landy will appear for a book signing at The Frosted Nug, Red Bank’s premier cannabis dispensary, located at 22 No. Bridge Ave. (next to Wawa and Windmill in the Crate’s Liquor Plaza, across from The Greek Spot).The event will take place this Saturday, June 21st between 12 noon ...
RED BANK, NJ: Elliott Landy will appear for a book signing at The Frosted Nug, Red Bank’s premier cannabis dispensary, located at 22 No. Bridge Ave. (next to Wawa and Windmill in the Crate’s Liquor Plaza, across from The Greek Spot).The event will take place this Saturday, June 21st between 12 noon ...
UNION, NJ – More than 100 of Union’s older adults took a meaningful trip from the Union Senior Center to BCB Bank in Union Center on Tuesday, where they were treated to a special event celebrating the township’s rich history.The event was sponsored by longtime resident, former mayor, former state ...
FANWOOD, NJ – The much-anticipated Fanwood Summer Fan Jam returns to La Grande Park on Sunday, June 22, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Join thousands of families, friends, and neighbors for a full day of food trucks, live music, kids zone, and the Epic Car Show hosted by Scripted Club and Apex One!🕚 Event ...
Linden, NJ - The Union County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce the 2025 Teen Arts Touring Exhibit is now on display at the Linden Public Library, located at 31 East Henry Street in Linden. This year’s exhibit is a selection of 45 works selected from the 2025 Union County Teen ...
SPARTA, NJ - It was a beautiful day for a party when Dr. Harte Orthodontics held their annual celebration of the youth sports teams they sponsor.Children and their families enjoyed pizza, hot dogs, cotton candy, popcorn, face painting, crafts, music and balloon sculptures by Pixie Pop the Clown.
RED BANK, NJ: Elliott Landy will appear for a book signing at The Frosted Nug, Red Bank’s premier cannabis dispensary, located at 22 No. Bridge Ave. (next to Wawa and Windmill in the Crate’s Liquor Plaza, across from The Greek Spot).The event will take place this Saturday, June 21st between 12 noon ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of June 17- June 21.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY.… Tuesday, June 17 :PJ STORY TIME (6:30pm - 7:00pm)Children are welcome to attend wearing their pajamas and bring along a favorite stuffy.Ages: 3 & ...
ALLENDALE, NJ — Residents, staff, and guests at Allendale Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, 85 Harreton Rd., were treated to an afternoon of sunshine, smiles, and timeless music as the beloved doo-wop band Forever Young brought their signature harmonies and high-energy performance to the ...
ALLENDALE, NJ — Residents, staff, and guests at Allendale Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, 85 Harreton Rd., were treated to an afternoon of sunshine, smiles, and timeless music as the beloved doo-wop band Forever Young brought their signature harmonies and high-energy performance to the ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ - There will be a free Family Fun Night at the Florham Park Community Pool on June 27th.Registration is required in advance via Community Pass.
CRANFORD, NJ – This summer, the Cranford Public Library invites readers of all ages to dive into books, unlock fun rewards, and connect with their community through its annual summer literacy program, Color Our World. Running from June 16 through August 18, the program is free and open to children, ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - Residents of Roselle Park are invited to showcase their talents at Open Mic night at the Michael Mauri Gazebo Park. The Borough of Roselle Park says the stage is open to musicians, comedians, poets, and singers from across the borough. The event will take place on Wednesday, July ...
ALLENDALE, NJ — Residents, staff, and guests at Allendale Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, 85 Harreton Rd., were treated to an afternoon of sunshine, smiles, and timeless music as the beloved doo-wop band Forever Young brought their signature harmonies and high-energy performance to the ...
WAYNE, NJ – As he prepares to retire from his role as principal of James Fallon Elementary School, Ethan Maayan will be taking center stage in a very different way—behind a drum kit. Next Wednesday, June 25, Maayan and his band Steppin' Out will launch the Wayne Township Summer Concert Series with ...
Princeton, NJ – It’s not exactly fun-in-the-sun summer entertainment, but a production at McCarter’s Berlind Theater on Tuesday, June 17, offers a thought-provoking view of death row in America. “Count: Stories from America’s Death Row,” is an account of a single day on death row, as six men unpack ...
BELMAR, NJ — Monday nights in Belmar are anything but quiet this summer as HOLME, the legendary Jersey Shore band, returns to D’Jais for their weekly residency—bringing classic rock energy, seasoned musicianship, and a devoted fan base to the iconic bar.Tonight marked the official kickoff of ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The Bethune Center will host their 2nd Annual Jersey City Black Comic-Con on Saturday, June 21st. The event, in honor of Juneteenth, will take place from 11:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.According to an invitation, the event will serve as a platform for creatives of Color to display ...
RED BANK, NJ: Due to expected inclement weather, Wednesday evening’s free outdoor community concert with the New Jersey Symphony will now be held indoors at the Count Basie Center for the Arts. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., followed by a special performance from the Count Basie Center at 5:45 p.m. The ...
NEWARK - The Newark Museum of Art is presenting Risham Syed's exhibition “Destiny Fractured,” a body of work responding to the Newark Museum of Art's permanent collection, which aims to address colonialism, capitalism and climate change. Syed's exhibit is on view until March 7, 2027. Some of the ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Township of Hanover is once again offering free swimming for Seniors on Thursday nights during the summer at Bee Meadow Pool beginning on July 3rd.Their popular Water Aerobics program is also making a comeback on Tuesday mornings. There will be two sessions - one at ...