Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

May 18, 2025

SOMERVILLE, NJ - Never one to shrink from a challenge, Mayor Brian Gallagher didn't hesitate when it came time Thursday night to confront a mechanical bull camped out in the middle of Division Street, daring everyone to climb on its back to be tossed around and around before inevitably sliding off ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Never one to shrink from a challenge, Mayor Brian Gallagher didn't hesitate when it came time Thursday night to confront a mechanical bull camped out in the middle of Division Street, daring everyone to climb on its back to be tossed around and around before inevitably sliding off ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Since its emergence as the center of festivals and entertainment in the downtown district, the Division Street pedestrian mall has seen its share of rock'n'roll and country/western bands, cultural and ethnic fairs, art shows, educational exhibits, family movies and food festivals, ...

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MAPLEWOOD, NJ – Maplewood’s Division of Arts and Culture took part in the second  edition of Garden State Art Weekend, a statewide celebration of art in New Jersey with “Earth & Water," a solo exhibition by Lambertville artist Lauren Rosenthal McManus. The exhibition, held at the 1978 Maplewood ...

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Princeton, NJ -- I squirmed in my seat. After the McCarter matinee of “Primary Trust,” an evocative drama and tour de force that left me eager to think about it, I found myself in a folding chair, listening to a season ticket pitch from the dramaturg, the person who chose the plays for the next ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Since its emergence as the center of festivals and entertainment in the downtown district, the Division Street pedestrian mall has seen its share of rock'n'roll and country/western bands, cultural and ethnic fairs, art shows, educational exhibits, family movies and food festivals, ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Since its emergence as the center of festivals and entertainment in the downtown district, the Division Street pedestrian mall has seen its share of rock'n'roll and country/western bands, cultural and ethnic fairs, art shows, educational exhibits, family movies and food festivals, ...

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CARTERET, NJ — The hottest ticket for Central New Jersey’s music-theater enthusiasts is the Marquee Awards, a gala event to open at 7:30 pm on Monday, May 19th, at the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.The ‘Tony Award-style’ red-carpet event honors excellence in high school musical ...

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CARTERET, NJ — The hottest ticket for Central New Jersey’s music-theater enthusiasts is the Marquee Awards, a gala event to open at 7:30 pm on Monday, May 19th, at the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.The ‘Tony Award-style’ red-carpet event honors excellence in high school musical ...

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CARTERET, NJ — The hottest ticket for Central New Jersey’s music-theater enthusiasts is the Marquee Awards, a gala event to open at 7:30 pm on Monday, May 19th, at the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.The ‘Tony Award-style’ red-carpet event honors excellence in high school musical ...

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CLINTON TOWN, NJ - The Hunterdon Art Museum (HAM) will host a festive Block Party and Opening Reception on Sunday, May 18, from 2 to 5 PM, celebrating the debut of two new exhibitions. This free event welcomes the public to enjoy an afternoon filled with art, music, food, and culture.New ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — While this year’s Mt. Carmel Festival may look a bit different, the cherished tradition lives on with a full day of community celebration planned for Wednesday, July 16.The festivities will kick off in the morning with the traditional Mt. Carmel parade, followed by a special ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - It's pool season! Plan your summer and sign up now!Memorial Pool and the Spray Park will officially open on Wednesday, June 25 at 11:00 a.m. The pool’s final day is Labor Day, Monday, September 1. Memberships are available to FAIR LAWN RESIDENTS ONLY. Proper identification is ...

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ROSELLE, NJ — The Borough of Roselle has announced the Roselle House Music Festival is returning to Warinanco Park on July 12.It's the 10th year of the event, which is hosted by MC Ras Anthony.DJ Chill X, DJ Qua, DJ Jihad Muhammad, DJ Kevin Hedge, DJ Mark Francis and DJ Yuko will be ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A new art installation may soon be coming to Pride Promoters Park, at 4391 Riverside Drive. The City Commission is expected to review a proposal on May 21 to install Wild Connections, a bronze sculpture by globally acclaimed artists Gillie and Marc.Approved by the city’s Public ...

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CARTERET, NJ — The hottest ticket for Central New Jersey’s music-theater enthusiasts is the Marquee Awards, a gala event to open at 7:30 pm on Monday, May 19th, at the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.The ‘Tony Award-style’ red-carpet event honors excellence in high school musical ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - May 16 was prom night for Bridgewater-Raritan High School seniors.Send your prom photos to thebreezenj@gmail.com!

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — While this year’s Mt. Carmel Festival may look a bit different, the cherished tradition lives on with a full day of community celebration planned for Wednesday, July 16.The festivities will kick off in the morning with the traditional Mt. Carmel parade, followed by a special ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — While this year’s Mt. Carmel Festival may look a bit different, the cherished tradition lives on with a full day of community celebration planned for Wednesday, July 16.The festivities will kick off in the morning with the traditional Mt. Carmel parade, followed by a special ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - The Berkeley Heights Public Library will be closed Wednesday, May 21 due to a Collection Move.  There may be limited access to certain areas of the collection on Thursday, May 22 and Friday, May 23, but staff will be available to assist patrons in accessing materials.

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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Lincoln School in Hasbrouck Heights recently celebrated Read Across America 2025. A full week of activities celebrating Literacy included Themed Dress Up Days, Student Council readings during our Morning Google Meets, visits from Community Leaders, a Reading Challenge and a ...

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UNION, NJ - The Union Municipal Band, under the direction of Howard Toplansky will present a Spring Concert on Monday evening, May 19. This outdoor concert will be held at Rabkin Park, 1 Swanstrom Place East, at 7:30 p.m.  Admission is free and open to the public. Donations are welcomed at the ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - What to do this weekend? We've got you covered! Here are all the exciting events being planned in and around town this weekend! FRIDAY MAY 16Walk and Learn with The Seeing Eye; Seeing Eye 14 Maple Avenue in Morristown; 9am - 10:30amJamaican Food Truck at Glenbrook Brewery in ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - What to do this weekend? We've got you covered! Here are all the exciting events being planned in and around town this weekend! FRIDAY MAY 16Walk and Learn with The Seeing Eye; Seeing Eye 14 Maple Avenue in Morristown; 9am - 10:30amJamaican Food Truck at Glenbrook Brewery in ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - What to do this weekend? We've got you covered! Here are all the exciting events being planned in and around town this weekend! FRIDAY MAY 16Walk and Learn with The Seeing Eye; Seeing Eye 14 Maple Avenue in Morristown; 9am - 10:30amJamaican Food Truck at Glenbrook Brewery in ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - Jazz Harmonicist Yvonnick Prene, who studied at Université Paris Sorbonne, returns to the Oakley in Nutley on Saturday May 17, starting at 7 p.m.Since opening, the Oakley Kitchen has become Nutley's destination for live entertainment. The Oakley has great food with delicious pizza, ...

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MAPLEWOOD, NJ – Springfield Avenue Maplewood’s annual MayFest Street Fair returns to Springfield Avenue Maplewood on Sunday, May 18th from 11am to 5pmThe fair runs along Springfield Avenue in Maplewood NJ, from Indiana Street to Rutgers Street. This family-friendly event includes free activities ...

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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Pick between three dates set for the annual Hightstown Historic Walking tours to learn more about the town's deep history through an educational walking tour. The Historic Hightstown Walking Tours will take place between 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 22; Thursday, June ...

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WARREN, NJ – Saturday  marks one of the most anticipated days of the year for our local fishing enthusiasts: the Annual Fishing Derby, hosted by Warren Township Recreation! Whether the sun is shining or the clouds are threatening to open up, anglers of all ages are invited to join in the fun and ...

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NEWARK - HOT 97 FM and the city have partnered to bring back Summer Jam’s Who’s Next Festival Stage this June, a kickoff to the “most iconic night in hip-hop” that will showcase Newark-based artists on the rise. The free Festival Stage will be held outdoors at Mulberry Commons Park, directly across ...

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