Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

January 10, 2025

It's official Pete the Beat is happening tonight Friday January 10th, at The Oakley -- Kitchen & Cocktails!This one-man show will make you want to get up and dance. The Oakley has great food with delicious pizza, burgers, sandwiches and entrées for the whole family. For the grown-ups, there are ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Actually, it’s Westfield author Matt Myklusch with his new superhero graphic novel series, “Imagine Nation.”Myklusch visited Westfield Memorial Library on Wednesday to promote the first book of the series, “The Blood of Kings,” and to introduce the ...

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BAYONNE, NJ — When this city's Jim Pearl ran into Bruce Springsteen at John’s Midtown Tavern during the filming of "Deliver Me From Nowhere," a movie about the making of the album Nebraska, it was not the first time he came face to face with ‘The Boss.’“Bruce Springsteen said back in 1986 'remember ...

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CALIFON, NJ - The Gallery at Bex is hosting their free artist's opening, featuring the vibrant and bold works of local painter Dan Fenelon.The event will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, from 6-8 PM at The Gallery at Bex, 56 Main Street, Califon.Complimentary Bevs + Bites provided by Chef Becky ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ- The Somerset Hills Chorus (SHC) is seeking new members for their ensemble, which is open to anyone aged 14 and up, with or without experience.  SHC welcomes new and returning members to join them for their exciting winter session, beginning on January 13 and culminating in a ...

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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, ...

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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, ...

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Princeton, NJ – As a private club with a history dating back to the 19th century, the Present Day Club on Stockton Street nevertheless stays focused on the present day, especially through its program of Wednesday luncheon speakers – often nationally known -- who address a wide variety of ...

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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, ...

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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, ...

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UNION COUNTY, NJ – The Union County Board of County Commissioners announced that the 2024 Teen Arts Touring Exhibit is currently on view at the Plainfield Public Library located at 800 Park Avenue. This year’s exhibit is a selection of 21 works, including two teens from Scotch Plains who were ...

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BAYONNE, NJ - When Bayonne’s Jim Pearl ran into Bruce Springsteen at John’s Midtown Tavern during the filming of Deliver Me From Nowhere, a movie about the making of the album Nebraska, it was not the first time he came face to face with The Boss.“Bruce Springsteen stated back in 1986 ‘Remember in ...

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EDISON, NJ - The Edison Public Library is gearing up for the second phase of asbestos removal and renovations at its Plainfield Avenue location. Work on the lower level of the Main Library is expected to start in the coming weeks, and, in an effort to prepare, the building will be closed to patrons ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Come check out all the fun, family filled events that are happening in and around town this weekend! Friday January 10Mobile MVC coming to Morristown; Morristown Town Hall; 10am - 2pmBlood Donation; Morris County Courthouse; 9am - 2pmHoliday Decor Donation Drop Off Day; The ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Come check out all the fun, family filled events that are happening in and around town this weekend! Friday January 10Mobile MVC coming to Morristown; Morristown Town Hall; 10am - 2pmBlood Donation; Morris County Courthouse; 9am - 2pmHoliday Decor Donation Drop Off Day; The ...

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CORAL SPRINGS, FL - Chabad Jewish Center in Coral Springs will host a live concert featuring renowned Israeli singer and Broadway performer Dudu Fisher on Saturday, Feb. 8.The event celebrates the expansion of the Chabad Jewish Center, which is a Jewish education and community organization, ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL – Even though the holiday season has ended, the city of Coconut Creek has announced the winners of its Annual Holiday Light Contest.The winners:1st Place: Ceron Family – 4461 NW 7th St.2nd Place: MacDonald Family – 861 NW 48th Ave3rd Place: Gourley Family – 3549 Cocoa Plum ...

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SAYREVILLE, NJ – Brothers Chris and Gregory Cuneo, along with the I Heart Horror Team, will host "I Heart Horror Day III: Groundhogzilla," a horror convention and charity event to benefit the Deborah Heart & Lung Center.The event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 423 Main St, Sayreville, ...

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CLARK, NJ — The Clark Public School District recently held its holiday concert series, spreading seasonal cheer across four festive evenings.  Each of the district’s schools showcased its talented students through musical performances that celebrated the spirit of the holidays.  The series kicked ...

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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, ...

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BAYONNE, NJ - When Bayonne’s Jim Pearl ran into Bruce Springsteen at John’s Midtown Tavern during the filming of Deliver Me From Nowhere, a movie about the making of the album Nebraska, it was not the first time he came face to face with The Boss.“Bruce Springsteen stated back in 1986 ‘Remember in ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Boys & Girls Club of Hawthorne’s 2025 Beefsteak Tricky Tray event is coming up quickly on Saturday, March 8, 2025. This annual event, which supports the many activities that take place at the important community gathering place for children, sells out quickly. Click link to ...

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ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — The Rigas Family Theater at the Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts came alive as the husband-and-wife duo of Bob McChesney and Calabria Foti took the stage with their program “From Bebop to Broadway.” The duo was supported by a group of musicians: Nick Weiser on piano, Jeff ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ - Do you have young kids and are looking for something free and indoors to do on the weekends? Trilogy Repertory will be presenting an exciting new play – 'The Calico Tiger’!As the tiger enters the forest the other animals are frightened and hide, leaving the tiger lonely and ...

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BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater-Raritan High School 2023 alum Chris Zou has released his newest film, which draws heavy inspiration from his time as a student in high school.The new film, “Muted,” follows a Chinese-American high schooler studying for a chemistry test late at night. Faced with immense ...

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BAYONNE, NJ - When Bayonne’s Jim Pearl ran into Bruce Springsteen at John’s Midtown Tavern during the filming of Deliver Me From Nowhere, a movie about the making of the album Nebraska, it was not the first time he came face to face with The Boss.“Bruce Springsteen stated back in 1986 ‘Remember in ...

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HAMILTON, NJ - It’s almost the most theatrical time of the year in Hamilton, as students from across the Hamilton Township School District (HTSD) take to the stage for what promise to be Broadway quality performances.This year's lineup of spring musicals begins on February 20, when the curtain ...

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SOUTH SALEM, N.Y. -  The Lewisboro Library will be rocking out on Friday, Jan. 10 with a concert featuring popular favorites Jay Prince & Friends!A Hudson Valley legend, guitarist and vocalist Jay Prince has been packing houses full of smiling music lovers for as long as anyone can remember.

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JERSEY CITY, NJ- Shehnaaz Dance Academy (SDA) is holding an Indian wedding-themed Winter Showcase for 2025.Founded in 2012, SDA is a performing arts and cultural school based out of New York and New Jersey.Its 11th showcase will be in true Baraati style on January 11 at the Frank Conwell Middle ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ- Pokémon GO Fest is returning in 2025 at three locations across the globe, including Jersey City, U.S.; Osaka, Japan; and Paris, France, according to an announcement made by developer and publisher Niantic, Inc.Pokémon GO Fest is an in-game event for the mobile phone application ...

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