Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

May 15, 2025

New Jersey Ballet performed for two nights only on April 24th and 25th at the Victoria Theatre at the NJPAC. The company, under the artistic direction of Maria Kowroski, performed two pieces choreographed by Twyla Tharp and Harrison Ball. Even though the show only presented two pieces, the night ...

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Princeton, NJ – Twenty pages into this new John McPhee book, I came across something that I had not found even once in previously reading hundreds of pages in John McPhee books. That rare object that I came across was a typographical error.As I have written before in TAPinto Princeton, I have a ...

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UNION, NJ - “The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store” by James McBride will be the topic of discussion at the Union Senior Center's June Book Club meeting on Monday, June 16.Participants are encouraged to attend the meeting and share their thoughts about the book.  The meeting begins at 1:30 p.m.  New ...

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SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The next generation of artists took center stage at the Pierro Gallery on Wednesday, May 7, for the opening night of Visionaries in the Making, an arts showcase featuring the work of Columbia High School students. The show features the works of approximately 49 artists under the ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – Melbourne Main Street presented its concept plan for a new public park, Holmes Park, at the city council meeting on Tuesday in an effort to enhance Downtown Melbourne's amenities and connect the area to the city’s waterfront.Kim Agee, Executive Director of Melbourne Main Street, ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Priya George and  Morgan Mahanna were among those named as the Mayo Performing Arts Center Music Students of the month  for Outstanding Band Members. Students  from Mt. Olive, Randolph, Morristown, Parsippany, Mendham, Boonton, Hanover Township, and Pequannock were honored as MPAC ...

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New Jersey Ballet performed for two nights only on April 24th and 25th at the Victoria Theatre at the NJPAC. The company, under the artistic direction of Maria Kowroski, performed two pieces choreographed by Twyla Tharp and Harrison Ball. Even though the show only presented two pieces, the night ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ—Since 1968, the Little Falls Public Library has been a vibrant community hub through creative programming that highlights the rich stories of our state. Today, the Library is expanding beyond what a traditional library encompasses and expanding its outreach efforts.Its Historic NJ ...

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 WATCHUNG, NJ – This week’s unpredictable weather has prompted local organizers to announce a change in plans for the much-anticipated Annual Community Picnic. Originally scheduled for this weekend, the event will now take place on Saturday, May 24, 2025.In recent days, forecasts have indicated a ...

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BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Township 2025 Summer Concert Series will be held on Saturday nights at 6:30 PM at the municipal dock, located at the bayfront. Here is the schedule:June 7: Joey D and Johnny B's Rockin' Oldies June 14: Sky's The LimitJune 21: Jukebox Legends June 28: Reflection Station July ...

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BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — The Downtown Bordentown Association’s (DBA) Spring Into Bordentown City is returning to town this weekend.The event is being held on Saturday, May 17 from 11AM to 7PM in downtown Bordentown City. The rain date for the event is Sunday, May 18, and a weather postponement will be ...

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WESTAMPTON, NJ – Burlington County residents can look forward to a summer of music featuring favorite hits from the likes of Taylor Swift, Jimmy Buffet, 80s rock legends and more.The Burlington County Summer Concert Series is returning this year with more great tribute and cover bands from all eras ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ – Residents are invited to get swept up in time to the tune of some feel-good nostalgic hits when the Bernards Township Library presents their live concert “Garden State Home-Grown: A Tribute to New Jersey Musicians” with Gerard and Diane Barros on Sunday, May 18, 2025 from 2:00 ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS/PLAINFIELD, NJ — iDance Ministry, under the artistic direction of María Daniel, delivered a transformative experience on Friday, May 2, with Project BrOKen—an evening of dance, art, and movement explorations that spotlighted the realities and triumphs surrounding mental health, ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - In partnership with the Friends of the Library, Berkeley Heights Public Library is hosting an Edible Book Contest on Saturday, June 21, from 11 AM to 1 PM. This celebration of books, art, food, and culture will take place in the Highlander Room on the first floor of the ...

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ROSELLE, NJ - The eagerly anticipated launch of Roselle Public Schools' innovative S.T.E.A.M. Machine will feature the artwork of three talented students: Krystle Babayay, Jaliyah Gaspard, and Joseline Castillo Banegas. The students' artwork is featured on the exterior of the mobile educational ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — Netflix officially broke ground Tuesday on one of the most ambitious media developments in New Jersey history: a $903 million film and television studio at the historic Fort Monmouth military base.The groundbreaking ceremony included Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos and top New ...

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Princeton, NJ – In honor of Mother's Day, May 11, the Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO), the Westminster Symphonic Choir, and the accomplished pianist Natasha Paremski presented an inspiring concert that was both sensitive and powerful. The concert, with a full house, was held in Richardson ...

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CLARK, NJ — This April, Valley Road School performed the play Beauty and the Beast JR. Filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable songs, the show transported audiences to a charming provincial town and an enchanted castle.With help from many actors and actresses, along with an impressive set ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Township officials are hoping to beat the weather this Saturday to hold the annual “Touch a Truck” event, giving kids a chance to get up close and personal with vehicles that include fire trucks and police cars along with a wide range of construction vehicles like cranes, ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The Little Falls Public Library hosted a Montclair Art Museum Exhibit on May 2, featuring work from local artists and a wide array. "We are delighted to partner with the Montclair Art Museum this month, and our library is excited to contribute to the cultural landscape by ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Livingston High School (LHS) Band Boosters will host its annual Dinner Dance Fundraiser — “Puttin’ On the Ritz – Swinging Through the Ages from the Roaring 1920s to the Rocking 2020s” — on Saturday, May 17, from 5 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the LHS cafeteria, which will be ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, will once again host Sopranos Night with special guest Steve Schirripa at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday, May 31 for the 6:35 pm game against the Akron RubberDucks (Cleveland Guardians). “I’m excited to come back to ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Somerset Patriots, the New York Yankees Double-A affiliate, will once again host Sopranos Night with special guest Steve Schirripa at TD Bank Ballpark on Saturday, May 31 for the 6:35 pm game against the Akron RubberDucks (Cleveland Guardians). “I’m excited to come back to ...

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We are very excited to announce our 2025-2026 Season! DOG SEES GOD Written by Bert V. Royal Directed by Skylar LeRose September 12th - September 27th  WAVERLY GALLERYWritten by Kenneth LonerganDirected by Sharon Garry October 24th - November 8th  UH-OH, HERE COMES CHRISTMAS(Non-Musical ...

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Don't miss this! #nomofomo Speed Dating on Wednesday May 14th!Meet your future spouse at The Oakley!Or just meet some cool people and have a fun time.

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KENILWORTH, NJ - The annual David Brearley Middle High School Spring Concert will be held Wednesday, May 14, in the David Brearley Middle-High School auditorium at 7 p.m.Friends, family and community members are all invited to come out and see a variety of lively and heartwarming performances.

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WESTAMPTON, NJ – Burlington County residents can look forward to a summer of music featuring favorite hits from the likes of Taylor Swift, Jimmy Buffet, 80s rock legends and more.The Burlington County Summer Concert Series is returning this year with more great tribute and cover bands from all eras ...

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CAMDEN – An art exhibit at Rutgers University-Camden that opens on Friday – advised by artist and Camden native Mickalene Thomas – “features works intended to promote a more inclusive and accurate representation of Black artists in Camden.” “Reframing the Narrative,” part of Rutgers' Year of the ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — The Downtown Somerville Alliance is hosting its annual Girls Night Out on Thursday, May 15 from 5-9 p.m.  with live country music, line dancing and a mechanical bull. Girls' Night Out is an annual event that highlights Somerville’s vibrant downtown scene, inviting locals and ...

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