Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By ROD HIRSCH
March 4, 2025
HOLLYWOOD - Director and screenwriter Sean Baker, who made history Sunday night winning four Oscars at the 97th Academy Awards for his film "Anora" is a New Jersey native and the son of prominent Somerville, NJ attorney Steve Baker.Baker won Oscars for writing, editing, directing and producing ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — The American-Irish Association is ready to turn Woodbridge ‘shamrock green’ for its 51st annual St. Patrick's Day parade on Sunday, March 9, thrilling scores of spectators who customarily visit from across the Garden State.Woodbridge’s parade is New Jersey’s biggest St. Patrick's ...
HOLLYWOOD - Director and screenwriter Sean Baker, who made history Sunday night winning four Oscars at the 97th Academy Awards for his film "Anora" is a New Jersey native and the son of prominent Somerville, NJ attorney Steve Baker.Baker won Oscars for writing, editing, directing and producing ...
YORKTOWN, N.Y. — Of his many passions, the saxophone brings Yorktown High School senior Joe Longo great joy. Joining the band in fifth grade with his father’s encouragement has been one of the best decisions he’s made. Now, he has his sights set on continuing his musical journey in college. We ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Readington Middle School performed “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” at the end of February.In the cast were Annabelle Shaw, Abigail Bergeron, Casey Swan, Gabrielle Baker, Angel Casiano, Nadel Duclair, Keira Wilson, Jackson Lang, Charles Kaufman, Braden Wilson, Meleida Lopez Depaz, Remy ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Nutley Irish American Association kicked off St. Patrick’s month with their parade on Saturday, March 1. This year the weather for parade day was comfortable with not a drop of rain in sight.The organization holds the parade early because later in the month, even a week later, the ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - It is starting to gradually warm. Just check the sights locally where things are sprouting up! National Weather Service forecast over the next several days:Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 53. Light south wind becoming southwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning.Tuesday Night: A 20 ...
MEDFORD, NJ — Enjoy a day or night at the theater while supporting Lenape High School students starting this weekend.Lenape students will be presenting their Spring Musical, Mamma Mia! for six upcoming performances:Friday, March 7 at 7PMSaturday, March 8 at 1PMSaturday, March 8 at 7PMFriday, March ...
UNION, NJ - The Union Municipal Band, under the direction of Howard Toplansky, will present the following free concerts this spring and summer:All concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Spring concerts are held at Livingston School, 960 Midland Boulevard:Monday, March 10Monday, April 7Monday, May 12 Summer ...
HOLLYWOOD - Director and screenwriter Sean Baker, who made history Sunday night winning four Oscars at the 97th Academy Awards for his film "Anora" is a New Jersey native and the son of prominent Somerville, NJ attorney Steve Baker.Baker won Oscars for writing, editing, directing and producing ...
HOLLYWOOD - Director and screenwriter Sean Baker, who made history Sunday night winning four Oscars at the 97th Academy Awards for his film "Anora" is a New Jersey native and the son of prominent Somerville, NJ attorney Steve Baker.Baker won Oscars for writing, editing, directing and producing ...
Princeton, NJ – In normal times this week’s highlight event would be the appearance of Princeton’s newest Grammy winning musical ensemble on Tuesday, March 4, the Princeton Public Library. That’s the Sō Percussion ensemble, which was honored in the category of Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany High School Concert consisting of Band, Wind Ensemble, and Choir will be performing on Wednesday, March 5th at 7pm. The concert will take place in the Parsippany High School Auditorium.
CHATHAM, NJ – A total of 16 Chatham students, 15 from the high school and one from the middle school have recently won 2025 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards and recognition in a regional competition.“It is truly exciting to see so many Chatham High School students honored for their writing," ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Morris County Library is hosting “The Read Across America Week” highlighting a visit with Jay Cooper, children's book author & illustrator. Jay will share all about his fun job and lead an interactive cartoon game. This event is for children aged 5 - 12. It will ...
ELDRED, Pa. — Being a Pennsylvania native, I travel quite a bit between my home state and New York.I go to school at St. Bonaventure University. When I go home or travel back to school after a break, I always see this ice statue. During the warmer seasons, this statue looks like a water fountain.
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg embraced the spirit of Mardi Gras with a dazzling masquerade ball on Sunday, March 2, 2025, proving that you don't need Bourbon Street to have a good time. The event, a colorful celebration of community and culture, filled the street with the sounds of New York ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Two local organizations will hold a concert this weekend to raise money to bring more live music to Doylestown.Local business Nook Nook Music School and nonprofit Stage United will hold an all-day concert at Puck Live Doylestown on Sunday, March 9. One-hour concerts will be held ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Could a "Coconut Creek fast pass" be the solution to local residents waiting in long ride lines at the Butterfly Festival?That idea was discussed at the City Commission meeting last week, as officials reflected on the festival’s popularity. About 14,000 people attended the Feb.
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The 35th annual Author Luncheon is on Wed. April 9 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Terrace in Paramus, NJ.The event includes a meet and greet with Marie Benedict where she will be signing copies of her latest novel, The Queens of Crime, which pays homage to the Golden Age of ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of March 3 - March 8.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, March 3:Bingo (6:30pm - 7:00pm)Ages 3 & up_______________________________________Tuesday, March 4 :BOOGIE WOOGIE BABIES (10:30m - ...
CLARK, NJ — The Clark Recreation Department is holding couples dance lessons starting this Thursday, March 6.Classes take place at the Clark Recreation Center, located at 430 Westfield Ave.The six-week program features ballroom and swing dancing. It takes place on Thursday evenings, 8-9:30 p.m.For ...
The Governor Livingston Hilltop Players proudly present The Prince of Egypt, a sweeping epic of a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as Ramses and Moses, two young men raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - March roared into the South Plainfield Public Library this month with a full menu of programs for children and adults. The popular library is open Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The bands have all packed up, the last plate of corned beef and cabbage has been served, and the streets have been swept. After the success of the 46th annual parade, the Nutley Irish American Association has set the date for next year's parade.Save the date: The 47th annual NIAA St.
FLEMINGTON, NJ - J.P. Case Middle School performed its production of “The Wizard of Oz” Feb. 28 and March 1 in the middle school auditorium.
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - Wrap up the Hunterdon County Irish Festival with the Parade After Party! Join The Friendly Sons of St. Patrick in celebrating all things Irish as we conclude the Festival. The evening features the ever-popular band, The Nerds, who will have you dancing and tapping your feet. The ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – The following events are on the schedule for March at the Springfield Public Library for kids:Nintendo NoonsTuesday, March 4 at 3 p.m. and Tuesday, March 25 at 3 p.m. Ages 10-18.Group gaming on the library Nintendo system and big screen. No registration required. Walton PTO Story ...
OLEAN, NY — Della Moore, director of the African American Center for Cultural Development, recently highlighted the legacy of Black jazz singers, giving back-to-back talks on Feb. 22 at the Tops Friendly Markets shop on West State Street. Moore spoke about the enduring impact of legendary blues and ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Members of the teaching team from the Tokyo YMCA recently visited the Mount Laurel YMCA as part of a tour of locations during February to learn about early learning centers and pre-k programs. The Mount Laurel YMCA, which is a part of the Greater Philadelphia YMCAs, hosted eight ...