Arts & Entertainment Top Stories

January 6, 2025

This year, the Summit Area YMCA proudly celebrates 94 years of summer camp excellence, a tradition that began in 1931 with the launch of Camp Cannundus. For nearly a century, we’ve provided children with safe, enriching summer experiences that foster growth, build friendships, and create lifelong ...

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This year, the Summit Area YMCA proudly celebrates 94 years of summer camp excellence, a tradition that began in 1931 with the launch of Camp Cannundus. For nearly a century, we’ve provided children with safe, enriching summer experiences that foster growth, build friendships, and create lifelong ...

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VERONA, NJ - The Verona Public Library invites interested residents to create their own pieces of unique art. Collage artist Darlene Sardinsky will be offering a Collage Workshop on January 9 at 6:30 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to make their own unique art using magazines, books, ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — Registration is now open for Temple B’nai Abraham’s JStart Summer Fun Camp, which offers full-time care for children aged 18 months through second grade (ages six and older contingent upon enrollment). JStart Summer Fun Camp offers a summer filled with fun, learning, and ...

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HAMILTON, NJ - What happens to imaginary friends when their children become adults? You can find out by going to see this week’s movie of the week at the Hamilton Township Public Library. “IF”, starring Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, and  John Krasinski is a  2024 live action/animated ...

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Join these fabulous comedians for two nights only in A Night of Comedy on Jan. 17 and 18. Get your tickets today!  Please Note: - Tickets are $25- Our Comedy Nights have sold out in the past, so don’t wait to purchase your ticket at the door- This event is BYOB- This event is not suitable for ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ- The Jersey City Arts Council will soon hold a community meeting to discuss the future of the Jersey City Art and Studio Tour (JCAST).All are encouraged to participate in feedback activities, small group discussions, and interactive brainstorming. The aim is to hear from individual ...

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JERSEY CITY, NJ- Ariel Rivka Dance will host a performance and interactive workshop in Jersey City later this month.The workshop will take place on Thursday, January 30 from 5 to 8 p.m. at VIP Diner in Journal Square at 175 Sip Avenue.The event is free and open to the public.Food will be available ...

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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 and ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Jan. 6 - Jan. 10. THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, January 6:BINGO FOR CHILDREN (6;30pm - 7:00pm)Ages: 3 & up_______________________________________Tuesday, January 7:BOOGIE WOOGIE BABIES ...

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Bedminster, NJ - The Center for Contemporary Art is pleased to offer art classes and workshops this winter for adults, teens and children beginning January 6, 2025. Select classes will be offered in a hybrid or virtual format. Classes and workshops are offered for artists with all levels of ...

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FANWOOD, NJ — Fanwood Memorial Library welcomes author and former FBI agent Fred Boff, who will discuss his new book, King Rex and the Cowboy Mafia. King Rex and the Cowboy Mafia provides a gripping, firsthand account of the investigation into one of the largest drug smuggling operations in U.S.

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Temple Sholom of Scotch Plains today announced that it will host a sure-to-be memorable White Elephant Auction on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Temple Sholom, 1925 Lake Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ.  Back by popular demand, the event is $15 per person (cash/check) which includes a $5 ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Museum will transform into a haven for artistic expression as Word Seed Inc. launches its "Power of Words" open mic series on Thursday, January 23, at 6:30 p.m. This event promises an evening of inspiring performances by emerging and established spoken word artists.The ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ - The library is hosting a Special Olympics Young Athlete program for children of all abilities to participate on Saturday, January 11 at 10 a.m.The program is for children ages 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities. This program focuses on inclusive sports play that teaches ...

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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 and ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — Fans of glamorous actress Sydney Sweeney got a glimpse of her in Morristown this weekend where she and co-stars Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar were filming scenes for an upcoming movie, “The Housemaid.”Filming took place on the grounds of The Peck School, a private K-8th grade ...

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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 and ...

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SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ - Learn how to make history come to life by joining Somerset County’s Docent Training Program, the first-ever collaborative training program for history docents in New Jersey. The program is available to New Jersey residents aged 18 or older. “This pilot program will teach ...

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SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ - Learn how to make history come to life by joining Somerset County’s Docent Training Program, the first-ever collaborative training program for history docents in New Jersey. The program is available to New Jersey residents aged 18 or older. “This pilot program will teach ...

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UNION, NJ - A free screening of “King: A Filmed Record…Montgomery to Memphis” will be hosted by the  Township of Union Human Relations Commission.The event, on Saturday, January 18, will begin at 2 p.m.  The film chronicles the inspiring journey of Dr. King.  The screening will be held at the ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Residents of all ages are invited to join the South Plainfield Public Library as they celebrate Lunar New Year. 2025 marks the Year of the Snake - the wood snake to be specific - and throughout January, the library will host several Lunar New Year-themed programs and special ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Movie-goers and fans of Sydney Sweeney have gotten a glimpse of the glamorous actress in and around Morristown this weekend. Sweeney, along with co-stars Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar were seen in town filming a new movie. According to reports, the movie being filmed is The ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Movie-goers and fans of Sydney Sweeney have gotten a glimpse of the glamorous actress in and around Morristown this weekend. Sweeney, along with co-stars Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar were seen in town filming a new movie. According to reports, the movie being filmed is The ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — American Theater Group (ATG) will present the premiere reading of Pandora Scooter’s new two-person drama Mother’s Day as part of its free Monday Night Play Reading Series on Monday, January 13 at 7 p.m. at Hamilton Stage in Rahway.Inspired by Marsha Norman’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play ...

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Nutley Little Theatre announces auditions for King Lear By William Shakespeare directed by Alex Alexander Oleksij Auditions will be held at: Franklin Reformed Church45 Hillside Crescent, Nutley, NJ 07110Monday and Tuesday January 13 & 14 at 7:00 p.m.Callbacks Wednesday January 15 at 7:00 ...

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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 and ...

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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 and ...

Read more »

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Movie-goers and fans of Sydney Sweeney have gotten a glimpse of the glamorous actress in and around Morristown this weekend. Sweeney, along with co-stars Amanda Seyfried and Brandon Sklenar were seen in town filming a new movie. According to reports, the movie being filmed is The ...

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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 Top 20 Stories of 2024Kenilworth's Crabbae Recognized in Top NJ Best 2024 Restaurants ...

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