Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By DAWN MILLER
January 14, 2025
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Four pre-sale dates are set for the 2025 Mardi Gras Pocketbook Bingo and Tricky Tray on Saturday, February 22 at the Parkview School. Pre-sale single admission is $40 and includes a door prize ticket and one book of 10 games. Single admission on the day of the event is $45 and ...
MILLBURN, NJ – According to Millburn Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kate Diskin, “34 Millburn High School (MHS) Students were accepted into the MHS Region Band, Chorus and Orchestra members.”The students will be representing MHS at the Region concerts over the next two months.Students ...
Now that Holiday Express’ 32nd season has come to an end, we would like to express our gratitude to the entire community for its support of our mission to deliver the gift of human kindness through music. This year, thanks to the community’s generosity, our “Kindness Tour” took us to 100 locations, ...
WACCABUC, N.Y. - On Jan. 16, 18 and 19, Waccabuc’s Cheryl Hughes will have a short play performed at the Hudson Guild Theater. An entry in the New York Theater Festival, she’s confident that the comedy at 441 West 26 will be plentiful - despite the sedentary nature of the premise.“It’s about a guy ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Kristen Comeaux has been named as Director of the Library, effective January 27, 2025. She brings more than ten years of academic and public library experience to the position.“I am honored to serve as the next Library Director, and I look forward to learning more about the ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ--If you have ever wondered where your library tax dollars go? The Bloomfield Library has provided information to answer that question. In 2024, the average Bloomfield resident paid $43.17 towards library programs. . The attached chart shows all the different ways that the Library ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Harding Elementary fifth and sixth grade classes are currently running an exciting fundraiser with the Harlem Wizards to benefit both classes. The Harlem Wizards are a professional basketball team that performs comedy, trick and charity events across the US. On Sunday, Feb. 16, ...
RAHWAY, NJ — ONLY 2 WEEKS TO GO! GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!!!!Join us for Rahway High School's (RHS) production of the timeless classic Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Come see our talented cast dazzle audiences as they sing and dance their way through the extraordinary story of Joseph, ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - Morris Plains residents are invited to enter the Morris Plains 100th Year Logo Contest. Entries need to be received by March 1, 2025.Guidelines:Up to three designs can be submittedContest is for Morris Plains Residents onlyThe logo must include the circle and MPArtwork must be ...
TEWKSBURY TOWNSHIP, NJ - All aboard for a trip down memory lane with Arnold Mercer as he showcases a delightful collection of toy trains and their rich history at the Tewksbury Historical Society Annual Meeting on Sunday, January 19 at 1 PM at the Zion Lutheran Church Christian Education Building, ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Sally Michel, Brilliant Legacy will bring a fresh and innovative look at the work of Sally Michel (1902-2003), a talented and previously under-recognized female painter connected to the New York-centered Abstract Expressionist movement. The exhibition, which includes over 40 ...
BAYONNE, NJ - Yarn group and knitting class with teacher Susan Averello will be held in the small programming room on the second floor of the Bayonne Public Library on Wednesdays, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.All experience levels are welcome.New learners should bring a set of size seven knitting needles and ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Enjoy a night at the theatre while supporting Bordentown Regional High School's (BRHS) students this weekend.BRHS thespian students will be performing the short play After Math on Friday, January 17 at 7:30PM at the Bordentown Performing Arts Center within BRHS, located at 318 Ward ...
RED BANK, NJ: Chocolates and flowers are classic Valentine’s Day gifts, but if you want to create a truly unforgettable memory, why not say “I love you” with the gift of song?The Chorus of the Atlantic, part of the Red Bank Area Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society, is offering Singing ...
VAUXHALL, NJ - The Vauxhall Branch Library knows how to celebrate Black History Month. Beginning February 1, the music, history, and food of African-Americans will be celebrated. A Celebration of Black Music / Saturday, February 1, 1 p.m. Imagine never having Gospel music, Blues, Jazz, R&B, ...
Princeton, NJ – There may be some tough choices this week for people scanning our midweek calendar. On Wednesday, January 15, Brooke Shields ought to be the last word in town on the subject of aging and its impact on women. Shields, who came to Princeton as an undergraduate in 1983 when her claim ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - The fourth annual Robert Burns supper will take place on the poet’s birthday on January 25th, also known as Burns Night. The Robert Burns Supper is a celebration of the life and poetry of the poet and Scottish national hero.The event will be held on the 1st floor of the Hoboken Elks ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – Mischievous court jesters romped throughout the sanctuary of the United Reformed Church Sunday, just part of a troupe of actors, vocalists and musicians that embraced the ancient celebration of the Boar’s Head Festival.Joining with members of the host congregation were congregants ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – Mischievous court jesters romped throughout the sanctuary of the United Reformed Church Sunday, just part of a troupe of actors, vocalists and musicians that embraced the ancient celebration of the Boar’s Head Festival.Joining with members of the host congregation were congregants ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Jan. 13 - Jan. 18.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, January 13:BINGO (6:30pm - 7:00pm)Ages: 3 & up _______________________________________Tuesday, January 14:LAP SIT (10:30m - 10:50am)Ages: 0 - ...
STRAY CATS' LEE ROCKER LIVE IN SOUTH ORANGE, NJ~Grammy-Nominated Singer will perform at South Orange Performing Arts Center in South Orange, NJ on Sunday, January 19th, 2025~Grammy-nominated Stray Cats' founder and Bass Player Hall of Famer Lee Rocker, known for worldwide mega hits that include ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — With an actor on hand to appear as “General Washington” at last week's town council organizational meeting, Mayor Shelley Brindle announced the logo winner for Westfield’s participation in the America 250 Initiative, which will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the ...
.Della, a devout Christian baker in North Carolina, is asked by her late best friend’s daughter, Jen, to bake her wedding cake, only to discover that Jen is marrying another woman, forcing Della to grapple with her deeply held religious beliefs about marriage while trying to maintain her ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — “A Brooklyn Love Story,” a film produced by Westfield resident Jeff Mazzola, is now available for streaming on VOD via Amazon. The film, shot in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, tells a story of family, community and romance.Jeff Mazzola noted the family atmosphere on set, both figuratively ...
There was excitement in the air at Morristown High School as Morristown ONSTAGE's 16 finalists gathered for Media Day. Entering its 18th year, this community fundraiser was created by the Morris Educational Foundation to support the Morris School District. This year’s finalists were handpicked from ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The West Orange High School Master Scene Study classes and Drama Club achieved outstanding success at the Speech and Theatre Association of New Jersey (STANJ) Theatre Competition this past weekend, bringing home several prestigious awards.Sophomores Izzy Greenberg and Angel ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Millburn-Short Hills Chinese Association announces its 2025 Millburn-Short Hills Lunar New Year Street FairHosted by:• Millburn Short Hills Chinese Association• Millburn Institute of TalentEvent Details:• Date: Sunday, March 2, 2025 (Rain Date: March 9, 2025)• Time: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 ...
Gain privileged access to the National Gallery’s blockbuster exhibition, Van Gogh: Poets & Lovers, in this incomparable, new documentary film by EXHIBITION ON SCREEN. TICKETS01/26/20252 pm | Runtime: 90 min$15 General Public | $10 Members36 Church Street, Middletown NJ 07748 Through January ...
BUTLER, NJ - Butler Library will be hosting a surprise ceramic class. Choose an item to paint from their collection. Join the library on January 13th 4-4:45 PM. Recommended ages from 3-10 years.
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Under the baton of Music Director LaGruth, the Pops begins rehearsals for the 50th Anniversary season on Thursday, January 23 in the Band Room of Glen Rock High School.Rehearsals are held on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:45 p.m. Parking is next to the building. The Spring Concert on ...