Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By TAPINTOSPF STAFF
March 26, 2025
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – It’s time for an electrifying experience! Percy Jackson & the Olympians book series has such a devoted following, and now you can see the thrilling story come to life on stage with all its humor, heart, and heroics. This week, you can go on a journey with the Terrill Middle ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Borough is bringing back its annual Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt beginning April 1. The event, which is sponsored by Discover Doylestown, runs through noon on April 19. Participants will start at Evolution Candy on East State Street, where they can pick up a scavenger hunt ...
SPARTA, NJ – Fourth-grade string students at Helen Morgan School made their symphonic debut this past weekend when they joined the New Sussex Symphony in concert, on the stage at Sparta High School.The collaboration between the district and the county's only community orchestra is a longtime ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Little City Books, located at 100 Bloomfield Street, Hoboken, will be hosting its 5th Hoboken Literary Weekend this Spring from Friday, April 4th through Sunday, April 6th with readings, panels, comedy, and theater for all ages.A number of authors will be present and in will hold ‘in ...
NEW YORK, NY - The city of Chicago’s reputation as the murder capital of America precedes itself, shakes its jazz hands, ruffles its feathers and tap dances across the stage of this Broadway production of the long-running satirical jazz-age story centered around two fame-hungry murderesses. “Ladies ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - BHEA’s Got Talent will raise funds to support scholarships that are given to graduating Governor Livingston seniors. The event will be held in the Kenneth Steifel Theater at Governor Livingston High School on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 7pm. All performers are current and ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – The Coral Springs Police Department is gearing up for its annual Touch-A-Truck event, offering guests a rare opportunity to get up close and personal with a variety of vehicles, including the department’s Autism Awareness and Acceptance vehicle.The free, family-friendly event ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – Families are invited to enjoy a day of fun, exploration, and hands-on learning at the upcoming Touch-A-Truck event in Coconut Creek.This free community event - Saturday, April 5, from 10:00 AM. to 1:00 PM – offers guests of all ages a chance to get up close with a wide variety ...
Do you have any plans for Saturday night yet? We've got you covered! Join us for The Struggle -- Nutley Middle School Fundraiser on Saturday, March 29th! Come party with The Struggle, and support Nutley's middle school at the same time.The Oakley has great food with delicious pizza, burgers, ...
KING LEAR at NUTLEY LITTLE THEATRE opens in less than three weeks! Here are some more rehearsal photos to tide you over.Shakespeare's classic tells the tale of King Lear, who, in preparation for his old age, divides his power and land between his daughters Goneril and Regan, who pay homage to gain ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ – The Sayreville War Memorial HS Theatre Society presented their musical production of The Addams Family, on Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22, in the Jon Bon Jovi Performing Arts Center.The production was directed by Mr. Joseph Schmidt, Theatre Director and Business Manager at ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - A lucky individual in Phillipsburg has started their week with a significant windfall, claiming a $200,000 top prize in the New Jersey Lottery's "Green SCRATCH Off" game March 22, 2025.The winning ticket was purchased at the Quick Chek #69, located at 600 New Brunswick Ave., in ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - The Johnson Public Library is hosting an author visit for Arab American Heritage Month with Aya Shabarek who will be reading her picture book.Event: Saturday, April 5 at 11 a.m. for all ages, 274 Main StreetSkip down to the Children's Room to hear and see The Way We Read by Aya ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ – Get ready for a swine-tastic performance! The Lopatcong Elementary School Drama Club is set to take the stage this weekend with their production of "33 Little Pigs," a fresh and fun twist on the classic tale.Forget the standard three little pigs – in this version, the Big Bad ...
RED BANK, NJ: The internationally acclaimed Garden State Film Festival (GSFF) returns for its 23rd anniversary from March 27–30. As New Jersey’s premier independent film festival, GSFF features a curated selection of original films from both local and global filmmakers.The festival promises an ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ – The Morris Arts and Blackwell Street Center are once again hosting their annual student art exhibition that is set to take place at the Atrium Art Gallery of the County’s Administration and Records Building in Morristown. This year, twenty pieces of CHS artwork were selected to be ...
MONTVILLE, NJ - A big musical with a big heart! Disney’s FREAKY FRIDAY, will be performed by the Robert R. Lazar Middle School Theatre Company at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 27 and Friday, March 28, 2025. A matinee performance will be held on Saturday, March 29 at 2:00 p.m. The limited run of ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - The Mountainside Elks invite interested residents to its Karaoke Night on Friday. Doors open at 7 p.m. Karaoke starts at 8 p.m. The Mountainside Elks Lodge is located at 1193 US-22 East. For more information, please contact the Mountainside Elks at 908-232-9667 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Get ready for two unforgettable days of music, surf, and soul as the Sea.Hear.Now Festival makes its triumphant return to the beaches of Asbury Park on September 13 and 14, 2025. With its signature blend of legendary performances, oceanfront views, and immersive art experiences, ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - Don't miss this special story time and craft featuring The Arabic Quilt: An Immigrant Story by Aya Khalil. Children will also learn how to write their names in Arabic!Saturday, April 12th at 11am for all ages @ Johnson Public Library, 274 Main Street, HackensackNo registration ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Chilly weather did nothing to discourage thousands of observers from lining Broadway for the Bayonne St. Patrick Day Parade on Sunday.Stepping off at 5th Street and ending near 40th Street, those marching, including elected officials, Bayonne schools, labor groups, civic associations ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Monday, March 24, the Rahway High School (RHS) Performing Arts Department announced that 11 of its students had just been accepted into the prestigious New Jersey Region II Honor Jazz Choir. Never before have so many RHS students been so recognized. The New Jersey Jazz Choir is ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - Meet the Johnson Public Library's newest therapy dog, RJ! RJ is a beautiful bullmastiff who loves to be read to. Tuesday, April 15 @ 3:30 p.m. for children of all ages at Hackensack Public Library, 274 Main Street.Registration is not required but is suggested here for those that ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Something new is coming to this year’s Hoppin’ Into Springs Egg Hunt event in Coral Springs. The free, family-friendly event, on Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Sportsplex Park, 2800 Sportsplex Drive, will include a brand-new sensory-friendly egg hunt designed for ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - Mayor James R. Barberio is inviting all children to Town Hall for a special visit with the Easter Bunny on April 5th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This is an excellent opportunity for a photo with the Easter Bunny.The Parsippany Recreation Department is looking for helpers for this ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Rock out for a good cause this weekend in support of Bordentown Regional High School's marching band and local music.The Bordentown Regional High School Band Boosters are presenting Battle of the Bands on Friday, March 28 beginning at 6PM at Bordentown Regional High School, located ...
CLINTON TOWN , NJ - Hunterdon Art Museum's upcoming 2025 ArtParty & Auction features vibrant, original pieces of contemporary art available for auction live at the event or in advance and night of via their on-line auction site. A preview of all items up for auction begins March 21, with ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Children in the Arts event is an informative session hosted by the Ridgewood Arts Council (RAC). The event is led by young artists who will share their interests, talents, and involvement in their chosen art form.The event is open to anyone interested in becoming involved in the ...
CLARK, NJ — On Thursday, March 20, the Carl H. Kumpf Middle School Jazz Band put on a pregame show at the NJ Devils game at the Prudential Center in Newark.The event was part of the Clark/Devils Night hosted by the Clark Recreation Department.The Devils defeated the Calgary Flames, ...
EDISON, NJ - Edison Public Library, in its ongoing effort to enrich the community by providing diverse educational resources and services, including digital collections, programs, and outreach initiatives, has added two new online learning platforms to its database. “Our goal is to provide ...