Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

January 28, 2025

 Linden, NJ - Due to a water main break on E. Henry Street, the Library will be closed today. We should reopen tomorrow 1/29 at 9 am.             

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BUTLER, NJ - Butler Library will be hosting a Diamond Pot Project. Join the library in making a diamond pot heat keychain. This S.T.E.A.M event will be held on February 3rd from 5-6 PM. Recommended ages are 7–14 years old. Working together with a caregiver, caregivers and children can work together ...

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CRANFORD, NJ — Dempsey Bobbitt didn't know when he won third place in a Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest in New York City that it would lead to anything more. Then he got a call from Saturday Night Live.Bobbitt and the other lookalikes appeared in the show's promo video, where Chalamet said, ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ - The Johnson Public Library is celebrating Black History Month on Tuesday, February 4 with an after-school art workshop from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m.Participants must be in grades 7-12.According to BestColleges.com, here are three things you may not know about Black History Month in ...

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WARREN, NJ – Warren Mayor Lisa Lontai and the Township Committee are pleased to announce the Township’s participation in the New Jersey League of Municipalities (NJLM) “Show Off Your City 2025” photo contest. SUBMIT by January 31!Participation in this contest will offer the opportunity to showcase ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Raritan Valley Symphonic Band (RVSB) presents an afternoon of musical fun for the whole family at their “Meet the Band” concert on February 9 at 2:00 PM at Bridgewater-Raritan High School. The concert, under the direction of Frank Amato and John Hylkema, will introduce ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Raritan Valley Symphonic Band presents an afternoon of musical fun at their "Meet the Band" concert on February 9th at 2:00 PM at Bridgewater-Raritan High School.  Perfect for kids and families, this concert, under the direction of Frank Amato and John Hylkema, will introduce ...

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FLEMINGTON, NJ - The Hunterdon Central Thespians performed its “Miscast” show Jan. 24 in the Little Theater.

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CLARK, NJ — Parents often encourage their children to do the right thing even when no one is watching.For millions of television viewers, this message of behaving with integrity recently spotlighted a Westfield mother of five, who also happens to be a Union County commissioner and made a chance ...

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CRANFORD, NJ - Dempsey Bobbitt didn't know when he won third place in a Timothée Chalamet lookalike contest in New York City that it would lead to anything more. Then he got a call from Saturday Night Live.Bobbitt and the other lookalikes appeared in the show's promo video, where Chalamet said, ...

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Princeton, NJ – Music lovers will have some choices to make this week, but probably ni hard choicesOn Wednesday, January 29, it’s easy. There’s only one musician on our calendar, singer-songwriter Neko Case, and she will at McCarter’s Berlind Theatre not to perform but to discuss her new memoir, ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - Groundhog Day 2025 is just seven days away. For the Milltown Mel faithful though, it will be another Groundhog Day without the borough's favorite furry forecaster. Milltown Mel's Wranglers made an announcement on Mel's Facebook page Friday, telling Groundhog Day lovers that there ...

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The heat is on as Hunterdon County's most talented chefs prepare to compete in the milestone 15th Annual Soup Cook-Off, where creativity meets compassion in a delicious display of culinary mastery. This simmering showdown, proudly sponsored by ShopRite of Hunterdon, will transform Hunterdon Central ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Jan. 27 - Jan. 31.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, January 27:BINGO FOR CHILDREN (6:30pm - 7:00pm)Ages: 3 & up_______________________________________Tuesday, January 28:BOOGIE WOOGIE BABIES ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ - The Underground Experience, a new show courtesy of Sugarcane Productions, is coming to Union County. Created by Sugarcane Productions founder  Mohamed S. Jalloh, this theatrical production takes audiences on an interactive journey through pivotal moments in Black ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ - The Underground Experience, a new show courtesy of Sugarcane Productions, is coming to Union County. Created by Sugarcane Productions founder  Mohamed S. Jalloh, this theatrical production takes audiences on an interactive journey through pivotal moments in Black ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ - The Johnson Public Library is hosting STEM Games on Tuesday for students grades 7-12.As part of its regular programming for Hackensack students, the library is inviting middle and high school students to its Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Games from 3:15 to ...

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DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown residents will get a chance two world-class guitar players this weekend—and get a sneak peek of an iconic borough building that is rarely open to the public.On Saturday, Feb. 1, at 3 p.m., Doylestown Masonic Lodge will hold the first of two concerts held by the ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - Groundhog Day 2025 is just seven days away. For the Milltown Mel faithful though, it will be another Groundhog Day without the borough's favorite furry forecaster. Milltown Mel's Wranglers made an announcement on Mel's Facebook page Friday, telling Groundhog Day lovers that there ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - Groundhog Day 2025 is just seven days away. For the Milltown Mel faithful though, it will be another Groundhog Day without the borough's favorite furry forecaster. Milltown Mel's Wranglers made an announcement on Mel's Facebook page Friday, telling Groundhog Day lovers that there ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The City of Paterson is kicking off Black History Month with its 21st Annual City-Wide Art and Essay Contest for children, sponsored by the InnerFaith Performing Arts Center and the office of Fourth Ward Councilwoman Ruby Cotton. This tradition invites young minds to reflect on Black ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Residents can enjoy an evening of music and entertainment at the Coral Springs Community Concert, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 8.The event, taking place from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM on the City Hall Lawn at 9500 W. Sample Road, will feature The Landsharks Band, known for their ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ – The Somerset County Environmental Education Center is pleased to present their latest exhibit, “Nature Through a Child’s Eye," a children’s art show featuring the work of students in Somerset County. The nature-themed art collection includes pieces created by students in ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - In her deeply personal memoir, No One Else I’d Rather Be, local author Aimee Kaufman shares the emotional journey of raising her daughter Sam, who was diagnosed with ADHD. With a blend of raw honesty and heartfelt insight, Kaufman recounts years of overcoming criticism, ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - In her deeply personal memoir, No One Else I’d Rather Be, local author Aimee Kaufman shares the emotional journey of raising her daughter Sam, who was diagnosed with ADHD. With a blend of raw honesty and heartfelt insight, Kaufman recounts years of overcoming criticism, ...

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SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Brandon Ehly, a Jonathan Dayton High School alumnus, has been nominated for the Television Academy Foundation’s 44th College Television Awards. The foundation’s annual awards show recognizes student-produced programs from colleges across the country. Winners in the competition ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ - A bus tour to benefit the Union County and Newark St. Patrick's Day Parades is set for Saturday, Feb. 8.The bus departs from Dowling's Irish Pub in Roselle Park (117 Chestnut Street) at 11:30 a.m.  The bus will stop at McGovern's Tavern in Newark, the Shilelagh Club in West ...

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NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - As the second part of TAPinto Neptune's coverage of The Wedding Singer musical, we wanted to learn more about the hard-working crew, so we caught up with costume designer Sophia Zidani.Sophia grew up in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, moving to Neptune Township in 2019.  The third of ...

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CLARK, NJ — Parents often encourage their children to do the right thing even when no one is watching. But for millions of viewers, this message of acting with integrity recently spotlighted a Westfield resident, mother of five, and Union County commissioner whose chance visit to Manny’s Diner in ...

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EDISON, NJ - Middlesex County has announced the lineup for the 2025 Plays-in-the-Park season at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre at Roosevelt Park in Edison. This year’s lineup includes productions Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, RENT, and Grease.Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will be on ...

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