Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By E. SCOTT WINGERTER
December 15, 2024
RED BANK, NJ: Celebrate the holiday season in downtown Red Bank with an array of festive activities for the whole family! Enjoy free trolley rides, dazzling ice carvings, and delicious treats while exploring the charming local businesses.Free Holiday Trolley RidesTake in the sights of Red Bank as ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ – The holiday spirit was alive and well in Ridgewood on Saturday afternoon as the First Presbyterian Church played host to the Orpheus Club Men’s Choir Holiday Concert. The crowd gathered were treated to a taste of the holiday festivities with a variety of song choices celebrating the ...
The poignant play by Amy Herzog explores the relationship between Leo (Robert Colon) and his grandmother, Vera (Hedi Molnar). After a cross-country bike trip, Leo unexpectedly arrives at Vera's New York City apartment, seeking solace after tragedy. As they navigate their differing generations and ...
KINNELON, NJ - Kinnelon Library will be hosting a free swap party. Join the library on December 21st from 10AM-2PM. Bring clothing, house ware, electronics, or toys. 2 bags of donation is the max you can bring. Take something new and leave something old. Items must be reusable, clean, and portable.
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Beach Music Studios invites the community to its highly anticipated annual Christmas holiday party on Sunday, December 15, at 12 noon at the legendary Stone Pony. This lively celebration promises an afternoon filled with live music, holiday cheer, and an opportunity to spread joy ...
HAMILTON, NJ- The Hamilton Public Library will host their Winter Pop-Up Vendor and Crafters Fair on Sunday.The fair will be held at the library at 1 Justice Samuel Alito Jr. Way from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
BELMAR, NJ – Beach Music Studios invites the community to its highly anticipated annual Christmas holiday party on Sunday, December 15, at 12 noon at the legendary Stone Pony in Asbury Park. This lively celebration promises an afternoon filled with live music, holiday cheer, and an opportunity to ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The vibrant streets of Asbury Park have been buzzing with excitement as Hollywood descends upon the iconic Stone Pony to film the highly anticipated movie “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” The film, which delves into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s groundbreaking album “Nebraska,” ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Friends of Parsippany Library are hosting a holiday sale that is going on now.The sale is going on now through December 22nd at the Main Library. There are children's books, coffee table books, stocking-stuffers and much more.
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Mark the calendar for the 15th annual Spotswood PTA basket raffle on Saturday, March 29 at Spotswood High School. Admission for adults 18 years of age and older is $20 and includes one sheet of level one tickets. This popular fundraiser is typically a sellout. The Spotswood PTA is ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Nutley Engine No. 3 was put into service on Saturday Dec. 14 for the annual Candy Cane Run.The decades-old tradition gives the reindeer a much-needed rest ahead of the big night. Local firefighters step in and escort Santa to various locations around town to greet children of all ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The vibrant streets of Asbury Park have been buzzing with excitement as Hollywood descends upon the iconic Stone Pony to film the highly anticipated movie “Deliver Me from Nowhere.” The film, which delves into the making of Bruce Springsteen’s groundbreaking album “Nebraska,” ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Join the Rahway High School (RHS) Performing Arts Program for its upcoming production of the timeless classic Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Come out to see the talented RHS cast dazzle audiences as they sing and dance their way through the extraordinary story of ...
GARWOOD, NJ — Crossroads, the restaurant, bar and music venue in Garwood, was the site of filming for a movie about a Neil Diamond cover band this week.“Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson were in town filming a new movie, Song Sung Blue, based on a documentary about a Neil Diamond cover band,” the mayor ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Locals cannot help but admire the creativity of their neighbors as they drive around and see the Christmas lights that are likely to put everyone in the holiday spirit this season.
PISCATAWAY, NJ — With the holiday season in full swing, Piscataway residents can look forward to several festive events hosted by Piscataway fire companies that feature the jolly man of the season.The Holmes Marshall Fire Company will kick off this weekend with its annual Kids Christmas Party on ...
BUTLER, NJ - Butler Library has announced via Instagram that they will be operating under different hours for December 19th. The Library will be closed for 2 hours between 12-2 PM.
Smokin' Aces - Tony has put together a bigger rock band, and they are playing on December 14th at The Oakley!The Oakley has great food with delicious pizza, burgers, sandwiches and entrées for the whole family. For the grown-ups, there are signature cocktails and beers on draft. There are also ...
WARREN, NJ — Warren Township kicked off the holiday season on Saturday with a bonfire, carriage rides, food trucks, and tree lighting at the third annual Holiday Festival. Santa Claus returned after being stuck in the North Pole storm last year. This year’s Holiday Festival returned to 2022's new ...
PARAMUS, NJ – Ring in the holiday season this weekend at Bergen County’s Winter Wonderland, presented by Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, and County Executive Jim Tedesco, the County Board of Commissioners, and the County Parks Department.Come out Saturday, December 14, at 6 PM for the highly ...
TEWKSBURY TOWNSHIP, NJ - ‘Deck the Walls’ features the beauty of Tewksbury's landscapes with prints by the one and only Jack Quinn—a local artist in fine art painting, plus a national award-winning sculptor and wood craftsman - Don't miss out!The Holiday Gift Sale will be held on December 14th from ...
BEDMINSTER, NJ - Give the gift of art this holiday season! The Center for Contemporary Art ("The Center") in Bedminster will be holding a Pop Up Holiday Art Sale on Friday, December 13 from 10 am - 2 pm, Saturday, December 14 from 10 am - 4 pm, and Sunday, December 15 from 10am - 2pm.This holiday ...
ROXBURY, NJ – Despite being overwhelmed this time of year with managing his gifting empire, Santa has agreed to accompany firefighters from Roxbury’s three fire companies on neighborhood tours in the coming days.Old Saint Nick will ride atop firetrucks with wailing sirens, so kids should be ready ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Madison Elementary School recently concluded its annual Winter Concert, a dazzling display of musical talent and dedication. Held on Monday, December 9, at the Rahway High School Performing Arts Center, the event showcased the exceptional skills of students from various grades and ...
A new BROAD-cast Launches: Tune in to LA SquaredSUMMIT, NJ – There is a new “BROAD” cast in town. Lisa Allen and Laura Ali are excited to announce the launch of their new show: LA Squared, a BROAD-cast, that will focus on everything New Jersey from politics, to current events, to business and ...
A new BROAD-cast Launches: Tune in to LA SquaredSUMMIT, NJ – There is a new “BROAD” cast in town. Lisa Allen and Laura Ali are excited to announce the launch of their new show: LA Squared, a BROAD-cast, that will focus on everything New Jersey from politics, to current events, to business and ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- SMUSH Gallery is holding an artist talk for its current exhibit Études: The Artist in Practice, featuring art by Dorie Dahlberg, Katelyn Halpern, David LaMorte, Bash Ortega, Bill Rood, Lucy Rovetto, and Jane Westrick, and curated by Katelyn Halpern.The event will be held at the ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Step into the magical world of the Sugar Plum Fairy this weekend with a free performance at the Burlington County Library.The Library will be hosting “Sundays on Stage” with a holiday performance by Roxey Ballet on Sunday, December 15 at 2PM in the Auditorium of the Library's Main ...
WARREN, NJ — Warren Township kicked off the holiday season on Sunday with a bonfire, carriage rides, food trucks, and tree lighting at the third annual Holiday Festival. Santa Claus returned after being stuck in the North Pole storm last year. This year’s Holiday Festival returned to 2022's new ...
GARWOOD, NJ — Crossroads, the restaurant, bar and music venue in Garwood, was the site of filming for a movie about a Neil Diamond cover band this week.“Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson were in town filming a new movie, Song Sung Blue, based on a documentary about a Neil Diamond cover band,” the mayor ...