Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By CONNIE SANCHEZ, WHARTON SCHOOLS SUPERINTENDENT
March 22, 2026
Wharton, NJ - The halls of MacKinnon Middle School are a little brighter this week as the community celebrates a stunning artistic achievement. Two Wharton Borough students have emerged victorious in the prestigious Morris County Council of Education Associations (MCCEA) Poster Contest, proving ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The City of Boca Raton has announced its lineup of 2026 summer camps, offering more than 30 programs for children and teens across the city.The camps will run from June 1 through Aug. 7 at various city facilities, with options for children ages 4 to 16. Both half-day and full-day ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week, according to Google Analytics.Kenilworth's 2026 Pizza Palooza Fundraiser to Hold Homemade Pie ContestKenilworth Recap: Brealey Middle ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Local artists and residents will have the opportunity to experience a wide range of creative work as the Bernards Township Community Art Show Exhibit opens this March at the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center.The annual exhibit, organized by the ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - When local author Margaret Gurevich set up to write YASHA’S AMAZIN’ BAR MITZVAH (Penguin Young Readers, 9-12 years, $17.99, March 17, 2026), she was basing the story on her own experiences growing up during the end of the Cold War. Gureveich’s latest novel is a touching and humorous ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Music fans can enjoy the biographical drama Back to Black at the Hamilton Township Public Library on Tuesday, March 24 at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 25 at 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, March 28 at 1:00 p.m.Rated R and running 2 hours and 2 minutes, Back to Black tells the story of ...
Coming Soon!!! Rescheduled from January 2026. Nutley Little Theatre March Staged Reading.Our staged reading - an original script, WITH A CAPITAL C written by Drew University alum, Lawrence Paone and directed by another Drew alum, Mead Winters—will now be presented on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 7:00 ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Did you know NASA has been exploring Pluto and its surrounding moons? Men from the Activities Club learned of this exploration at their March meeting.NASA Ambassador Michael Greene presented the program for curious members of the men's retirement club. According to Science.NASA.gov, ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Monday, March 30, the Rahway Public School District will present a student art show at the Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage, located at 360 Hamilton St. in Rahway, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.The school district announced, “The Rahway Arts Educators cordially invite our ...
The Jefferson Township Recreation Department held its 30th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 21 at Jefferson Township High School.The day started with participants gathering in the auxiliary gym to do crafts. When it was time to begin, the first group was brought into the main gym for the hunt.
NORTH PLAINFIELD/WATCHUNG-- Prepare for a cosmic journey through the Milky Way galaxy with STAR LAB: A Planetarium Experience. This exciting event invites participants to explore the wonders of the universe in an interactive setting that is both educational and enchanting.Discover the ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ — Somerset County's popular craft beverage trail is back for 2026 — and this year, it's going bigger.Sip & See Somerset, the free passport-style program that encourages residents and visitors to explore local breweries, cideries, and distilleries, returns this spring with a ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Coming up at the top of the week is an opportunity to shop for all things crafty!Taking place at Paramus High School on Sunday, March 22 is the Spring Craft Show. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., nearly 150 exhibitors across three states will be present, offering arts, crafts and ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Continuing a tradition, the Rotary Club of Nutley has set the date of their eighth annual car show.Featuring over 200 vehicles, the event has grown each year with more attendees, more entries, more food, and more money raised for charity each year.Details about the 2026 Rotary Car Show ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The second annual Boca Street Fest in Boca Raton's Mizner Park with music playing from two stages and vendors lining the plaza is slated for next weekend.The event will take place from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, at Mizner Park and the amphitheater.Organizers say the ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce our lineup of programs for March. Programs marked with a * require registration. All Ages: 4/14 at 6:30 pm, Special Movie Presentation: Free for All: The Public Library4/22 at 6:30 pm Deni Bonet and Chris Flynn Concert4/23, Project ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This community's burgeoning Avenel Performing Arts Center will present “Wicked Live On Stage” today, Saturday, March 21st. This rendition of the popular Broadway show will be a musical singalong parody that invites people, families and children to come to the theater and step into ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
UNION, NJ — Chatham High School students Sydney Leung and Nina Belford have recently received awards at the Art Administrators of New Jersey (AANJ) Emerging Artists Exhibition held at Kean University’s Vaughn Eames Hall at the James Howe Gallery.The prestigious program showcases the state’s most ...
Princeton, NJ -- "Reflections from a Vibrant Past," splendidly illustrated by Aaron C. Fisher, is a superb title for the new book by talented local poets Reverend Gregory S. Smith and Evelyn Turner Counts.The book, introduced to a capacity crowd on March 15 at the Arts Council of Princeton, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From live ballet and local music performances to hands-on workshops, outdoor cleanups and family-friendly events, our area is packed with things to do this weekend. Whether you’re looking to explore the arts, give back to the community, enjoy live entertainment or simply get out ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From live ballet and local music performances to hands-on workshops, outdoor cleanups and family-friendly events, our area is packed with things to do this weekend. Whether you’re looking to explore the arts, give back to the community, enjoy live entertainment or simply get out ...
PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Museum has been awarded a 2026 regrant from the Passaic County Cultural and Heritage Council’s County History Partnership Program, funded by the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State. The grant will support a special exhibition, Still ...
NEW BRITAIN TOWNSHIP, PA—Peace Valley Nature Center is holding Saturday morning bird walks through the end of May.The free walks are open to anyone 15 and older. Attendees will be able to hone their bird-watching techniques. All levels of experience are welcome.The walks start outside the nature ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Coming up at the top of the week is an opportunity to shop for all things crafty!Taking place at Paramus High School on Sunday, March 22 is the Spring Craft Show. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., nearly 150 exhibitors across three states will be present, offering arts, crafts and ...
NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey singer-songwriter is making his mark on one of music's biggest stages. Jake Thistle, 22, of Paramus, has advanced to the Top 20 of American Idol 2026 after delivering a standout performance of his original song, "Sleep On Me," during the Ohana Round, filmed in Hawaii.The ...
FANWOOD, NJ — From a young child dancing in the waiting room of a Garwood studio to performing around the world with one of the most prestigious modern dance companies, Fanwood native Devin Loh has followed a path shaped by passion, discipline, and her hometown roots.Loh, 29, grew up on Beech Ave.
PARAMUS, NJ — Coming up at the top of the week is an opportunity to shop for all things crafty!Taking place at Paramus High School on Sunday, March 22 is the Spring Craft Show. Running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., nearly 150 exhibitors across three states will be present, offering arts, crafts and ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - That furry harbinger of spring will be making stops around the borough on Saturday, April 4, 2026.The Easter Bunny will be doing the ultimate ride-along with the Fair Lawn Fire Department throughout the day on the Saturday before Easter Sunday.The truck will stop at various ...