Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

May 30, 2025

LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The Township of Little Falls’ sixth annual Memorial Day Weekend Concert was held on May 23 to kick off the holiday weekend.The event is usually held at Memorial Park on Wilmore Road, but was brought inside the Little Falls Recreation Center due to rain. Performing during the ...

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Things to Do in and Around Melbourne This Weekend: May 30 – June 1 MELBOURNE, FL – It’s the weekend!  Have some fun around Melbourne:Friday, May 30Dreamland Miniature Golf; Derek Gores Gallery, 1418 Highland Ave, Melbourne; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.Displace ft. Adam & The Testifers; Pineapples, 1434 ...

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Princeton, NJ – Lots of people in town are talking about the campus of the former Westminster Choir College and what might happen to it now that it is owned by the municipality. Will the 20-plus acre site in the heart of Princeton become the site of a new public school? Will parts of it be ...

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CRANFORD, NJ — A large portion of the ceiling at the Cranford Theater collapsed without warning on April 30, prompting the immediate closure of the town’s longtime movie house. No injuries were reported, but the damage has left the theater shuttered indefinitely as it undergoes repairs and ...

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The library will be closed on Friday, June 20th. The library’s regular hours are:Monday-Tuesday: 9am–8pmWednesday: 7am–8pm (Main Building), 9am–8pm (Children’s Building)Thursday: 9am–6pmFriday & Saturday: 9am–5pm Summer is almost here! The Children’s Department has so much fun to offer this ...

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EDISON, NJ - The luxury indoor entertainment center Albatross will have its grand opening in Edison Township on Wednesday, June 18. According to a press release, state officials and local leaders will attend the grand opening ceremony at 11:00 AM. The venue will officially open to the public on ...

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NEWARK - It won’t be a boring summer in Newark: a vibrant series of free programming is on the calendar for entertainment and to keep the youth out of harm’s way while they’re out of school. “Summer is when we double down on our efforts to ensure resources, opportunities and joy are within reach ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Two local teenagers are among a dozen finalists who will perform on Sunday, June 1st, as the State Theatre New Jersey in New Brunswick presents its ‘Jersey Talent’ show for a second year.‘Jersey Talent’ is a competitive showcase for performers 8-to-25-years-old. Twelve finalists – ...

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RED BANK, NJ: A vibrant splash of color and community pride now brightens Red Bank, thanks to Canopy Crossroad, the adult-use cannabis dispensary dedicated to elevating art, wellness, and local engagement.Yesterday, even with threatening skies and a light rain falling, the spirit of celebration was ...

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 WARREN, NJ – The Watchung Hills Regional High School’s Music Department filled the performing arts center with melodies and farewells during its Spring Instrumental Concert, held on May 22nd. The evening was led by Mr. Allan Daleus, Director of Instrumental Music, and featured performances by the ...

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 WARREN, NJ – The Watchung Hills Regional High School’s Music Department filled the performing arts center with melodies and farewells during its Spring Instrumental Concert, held on May 22nd. The evening was led by Mr. Allan Daleus, Director of Instrumental Music, and featured performances by the ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Summer Stage outdoor music series sponsored by the Downtown Somerville Alliance opens with James Popik and Supernova on Friday night, May 23, followed by Mail Order Bride on Saturday night, May 24.The Summer Stage is erected each week on the Division Street pedestrian mall, and ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — Get ready to take a trip around the world—no passport required! TheDowntown Somerville International Street Fair is on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from noon until 6 p.m. on Main Street, bringing global sights, sounds, and flavors to the heart of Somerset County. This dynamic celebration ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — Get ready to take a trip around the world—no passport required! TheDowntown Somerville International Street Fair is on Sunday, June 1, 2025, from noon until 6 p.m. on Main Street, bringing global sights, sounds, and flavors to the heart of Somerset County. This dynamic celebration ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - As we close out May and celebrate the first unofficial weekend of summer, grab your party shoes and head to the Oakley for live music with Pete the Beat and Greg Vacca.We can't wait for... drumroll please...  Pete the Beat!  Pete is back, entertaining as always!   Friday, May 30.Greg ...

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CROSS RIVER, N.Y. - This has been a wild year for comedian Luz Michelle.Her Westchester-based production company, Hard Headed Comedy, has brought the comedy world to our community, with several upcoming shows at local venues like Bedford Playhouse, Yellow Studios and Lewisboro Library. She is also ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — Life is all about balance, and this weekend in Boca Raton, you can start with a whiskey tasting, end with a sunset yoga session, and experience a little live music in between. Good for the mind, body, and soul.Friday, May 30Whiskey Tasting ExperienceSpirits & Spice – 314 Plaza ...

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OLEAN, NY — Allegany artist Tara Dedrick lists creativity, self-expression and problem-solving as important lessons that can be learned from making pottery. “Clay is very forgiving,” Dedrick said. “If you make a mistake, you can squish it and start over.”Guiding children as they work with clay is ...

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ - Paramus native Luciano Guidetti is competing in a state talent show for young people on June 1.Guidetti, 16, is making his first appearance on the State Theatre stage. Some of his past shows include Hairspray (Wilbur Turnblad), Rent (Mark Cohen), and Newsies (Tommy Boy). Beyond ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—The Central Bucks School District will hold a district-wide art show this weekend at CB South High School.The free show, In My Artist Era, will feature original work from students in kindergarten through 12th grade. An opening reception will be held on Friday, May 30, from 6-8 ...

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RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank RiverCenter is thrilled to welcome back the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular outdoor concert in Marine Park on Wednesday, June 18 from 8:00pm to 9:00pm.Start your Independence Day celebrations early with an unforgettable night of world-class music, scenic ...

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HILLSIDE, NJ - Fun Fridays are back at the Hillside Public Library. This week’s rendition features board games and puzzles for residents ages nine to 12. Participants are encouraged to bring a friend or make friends at the event and choose from an assortment of board games and puzzles to play. For ...

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UNION, NJ - Union's Summer Concert Series schedule has been set. On select Thursday nights in July, the Township of Union and the Union Recreation Department will host the Summer Concert Series at Rabkin Park.  The free concerts begin at 7:30 p.m.  The lineup is: • July 10:  NINE DEEEZ NITE – A ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Pride Month kicks off in Doylestown on Sunday evening with a flag raising on the front lawn of the old courthouse and at Borough Commons Park.At 5 p.m. on June 1, a group will gather in front of the old courthouse (officially called the Bucks County Administrative Building) to raise ...

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RAHWAY, NJ —On Friday, May 30, at 7 p.m., the Rahway High School Performing Arts program is putting on its final show of the school year!Join all the talented student musicians for Cabaret Night at the RHS Performing Arts Center (high school auditorium), located at 1012 Madison Ave.The evening will ...

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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission is kicking off the summer's “Fun Fridays,” which bring music, food and vendors downtown in the community to come together several times during the warmer months. This summer, Hightstown Fun Fridays will be held on: May 30 - musical guest: ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Join Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music (BSACAM) Curator Melissa Ziobro for an overview of the collection's history, programs and exhibition efforts to date, and an inside look at ongoing efforts to stage a major traveling exhibit while planning for a ...

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MIlBURN, NJ - The final production of Paper Mill’s 2024-2025 season, The Little Mermaid, begins performances this Thursday, May 29 ahead of a Sunday, June 1 opening night at Paper Mill Playhouse (22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ), in a run continuing through Sunday, June 29. Directed and ...

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