Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By SPECIAL TO TAPINTO SPRINGFIELD
June 2, 2025
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Free Public Library will be presenting Summer Unplugged: A Book Discussion Party, centered around the newest novel Atmosphere by bestselling author Taylor Jenkins Reid.The first 20 participants will receive a free copy of Atmosphere! Copies, available for pickup at ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — A new indoor luxury entertainment center, called “Albatross,” will hold its grand opening in Edison Township on Wednesday, June 18th, with state and local officials scheduled to attend an 11 am ribbon-cutting ceremony.The Florida-based owners of the family-friendly ...
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham High senior Finn Sadler displayed his passion for art at the district's recent art show.“For some people, art is an escape from the struggles of life," Sadler said. "However, for me, art is my life.” Sadler discussed his four pieces on display. He used bold colors for each of ...
Bedminster, NJ -The Board of Trustees of the Center for Contemporary Art (“The Center”) in Bedminster, NJ is pleased to announce the appointment of Sherry Wrana as the organization’s new CEO & Executive Director. Founded in 1970, The Center is committed to “provide a vibrant, contemporary ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The ILOVE2READ Book & Literacy Organization is excited to continue its Book & Literacy Festival, its annual, free, community-centered, and literacy-based family-friendly event that it holds each June. Unlike the past four years, where the festival remained at the Rahway River ...
BLOOMFIELD, N.J. (May 27, 2025) – The Township of Bloomfield and the Bloomfield Juneteenth Advisory Committee proudly announce the 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration, taking place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Bloomfield Center (Glenwood Avenue & Washington Street).
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — On Thursday, May 29, New Providence Public Art (NPPA) added two new works to its growing outdoor gallery with the installation of sculptures by artist Denis Folz.“Sea Foam Resting Spot,” a large, striking sculpture that includes a built-in seating area, now stands in Harmony ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - For the third year in a row, a student from Bridgewater-Raritan High School was named the winner of the Art Administrators of New Jersey Visual Art Student Achievement Award – this year, the prestigious honor went to sophomore Lucia Bolle, who also received the Governor’s Award in ...
Linden, NJ - Weekly happenings at Linden Public Library for the Week of June 2nd-June 7thTues, 6/3 - Chair Yoga @ 10 amTues, 6/3 - Movie: Gladiator @ 1 pmTues, 6/3 - Movie: Marty (1955) @ 7 pmWed, 6/4 - Project Healthy Bones @ 10 amWed, 6/4 - Terrific Toddlers! @ 10:30 amWed, 6/4 - #bookclub The ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - An eclectic mix of entertainers and food vendors helped to add a global dimension to Sunday's International Street fair in the downtown retail and restaurant district.Main Street was closed to traffic, which allowed several thousand visitors to roam up and down the street which was ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - An eclectic mix of entertainers and food vendors helped to add a global dimension to Sunday's International Street fair in the downtown retail and restaurant district.Main Street was closed to traffic, which allowed several thousand visitors to roam up and down the street which was ...
BELMAR, NJ — The Belmar Arts Center is welcoming young artists to its summer Kids Art Class, a six-session program designed to inspire creativity and self-expression. Geared toward first and second graders, the series will be held on Thursdays—July 3, 10, 17, and 24—from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., led by ...
OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will continue Thursday with a performance of classic rock by Pendleton Station.Concerts in the series will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Almost all will be on Thursdays. The one exception to the weekly Thursday schedule will be on Wednesday, June 11.Additional ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - Have the urge to sing? Join the library's “One Night Choir” on Tuesday, June 3 from 7-8 p.m. Come sing One Great Song, Just for One Night at the Johnson Public Library, 274 Main Street.No singing experience necessary.Each night will be a unique and memorable cultural interaction ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School Moonglowers have won yet another state title for their musical prowess in 2025. The acclaimed group finished first overall in the New Jersey Association for Jazz Education Division II Jazz Band State Finals on May 3. The Moonglowers ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Sew Dandelions officially opened its doors on Saturday, welcoming the community into its beautiful new studio at 309 South Street with a festive grand opening celebration. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Mayor Al Morgan and members of the Borough Council, ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Sew Dandelions officially opened its doors on Saturday, welcoming the community into its beautiful new studio at 309 South Street with a festive grand opening celebration. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Mayor Al Morgan and members of the Borough Council, ...
CRANFORD, NJ - The New Jersey Independent Film Festival returns June 4–7 with more than a slate of bold, inclusive cinema. This year, the festival carries a deeper purpose: helping to restore the Cranford Theater after a ceiling collapse forced the historic venue to close.Opening Night on ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Join Middlesex County for the annual 2025 Celebrate Middlesex County taking place on Saturday, June 14, from 10 a.m. –3 p.m. at Roosevelt Park in Edison. Celebrate Middlesex County is a free, family-friendly event focused on showcasing the unique programs, services, and ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Music, drumming, and dance will help mark Juneteenth — the holiday that marks the end of slavery at a special Freedom Day concert in Coconut Creek. The city is holding the event in honor of holiday, which remembers the day news of freedom finally reached people who were enslaved ...
PARAMUS, NJ – Activities? They got ‘em! New stores? They’ve got those, too!This summer, Westfield Garden State Plaza is rolling out cool activities, along with new stores. “With the arrival of standout new brands like Vuori, Columbia Sportswear, Dreame, and Viva la Crêpe, this season brings ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The gallery was jam-packed with skillful and thoughtful artworks.The gallery was also jam-packed with attentive and curious visitors.The fourth and final leg of the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District’s 2025 Festival of the Arts was staged May 22, with the presentation of ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Raritan River Music's latest concert program in Flemington at the Historic County Courthouse May 31 delivered an extraordinary evening that showcased both the versatility of classical repertoire and the exceptional talent of its featured performers. This thoughtfully curated ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Join Middlesex County for the annual 2025 Celebrate Middlesex County taking place on Saturday, June 14, from 10 am–3 pm at Roosevelt Park in Edison. Celebrate Middlesex County is a free, family-friendly event focused on showcasing the unique programs, services, and people of ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – No sooner had the sculpture of the jogger in vintage 1980s tracksuit and matching Nike running shoes been lowered from the delivery truck to the sidewalk than a woman strolling down Albany Street did a double-take. A man in a hoodie did the same thing a few seconds later. So did a ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The Springfield Free Public Library has released the following schedule of youth programs for the month of June. Monday, June 2 at 3:30 p.m.Model Magic MadnessAges 10 and up. The Teen Advisory board members work with kids to create Model Magic creations. No registration ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Remember those summer movies everyone used to look forward to? Summer is earmarked for movies, but those ticket prices can deliver a bit of sticker shock. So, why not head to the South Plainfield Public Library to watch a film? The library shows free movies all year and has ...
NEWARK, NJ – On May 28, the Essex County Executive and the Division of Senior Services invited four winners and four honorable mention recipients of the 2025 Essex four winners and four honorable mention recipients of the 2025 Essex County Senior Citizen Legacies Writing Contest to an awards ...
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ — The worldwide community of Bruce Springsteen fans will take center stage when Tramps Like Us, a new documentary chronicling the global devotion to the music legend, premieres on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at Monmouth University’s Pollak Theater.The highly ...
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ — The worldwide community of Bruce Springsteen fans will take center stage when Tramps Like Us, a new documentary chronicling the global devotion to the music legend, premieres on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. at Monmouth University’s Pollak Theater.The highly ...