Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By RICHARD K. REIN
November 21, 2024
Princeton, NJ – As always, our weekend calendar is packed with events that offer art to see, music to hear, jokes to laugh at, and even some sports to cheer for (or against).But we also have one event where the audience – kids in this case – are encouraged to be the creators. It’s the Day of Joyful ...
UNION, NJ – The theater in the new Union Public Library, set to open in the spring, will now be known as the Douglas Michael Krueger (DMK) Black Box Theatre.“Doug was a beacon of light to many,” said Union Mayor Manuel Figueiredo at the conclusion of “Union's Got Talent”, a talent show held in ...
RANDOLPH, NJ: This season, the vibrant artistry of County College of Morris (CCM) is on full display as students and faculty showcase their work in two public exhibits across Morris County. Community members are invited to view these free exhibitions, which feature a variety of works celebrating ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City has appointed a new Poet Laureate, Melida Rodas. She will serve a two-year term from 2025 to 2027, serving as both an advocate for the literary arts and an ambassador of poetry. Prior to becoming Poet Laureate, Rodas was the first Inaugural Poet in 2013 when she recited ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - An upcoming screening of the film "13 Driver's Licenses" will be hosted with the Thomas Edison Film Festival (TEFF) at the Hoboken Historical Museum on Saturday, December 7 at 7pm to honor Universal Human Rights Month."13 Driver's Licenses" is a documentary that was directed by Ryoya ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - It's the weekend! As Thanksgiving approaches, give thanks to wonderful friends, families and the communities we live in.Friday November 22Thanksgiving Food Distribution; CCM; registration requiredExhibit- New Sculpture/New Jersey; Morris Museum; 11am - 5pmExhibit- The Language ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—When Doylestown Borough kicks off the holidays next week with its 110th annual tree lighting ceremony on Black Friday, the event will be bigger and better than ever.Kris Boger, Volunteer President of Discover Doylestown, the group that organizes the tree-lighting, said that for the ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - It's the weekend! As Thanksgiving approaches, give thanks to wonderful friends, families and the communities we live in.Friday November 22Thanksgiving Food Distribution; CCM; registration requiredExhibit- New Sculpture/New Jersey; Morris Museum; 11am - 5pmExhibit- The Language ...
BARNEGAT, NJ - This Sunday, Barnegat's Farmers Market is back in time to prep for Thanksgiving. The Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 14 Birdsall St., Barnegat, NJ.See Vendor List Below:
BARNEGAT, NJ - This Sunday, Barnegat's Farmers Market is back in time to prep for Thanksgiving. The Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 14 Birdsall St., Barnegat, NJ.See Vendor List Below:
MILLTOWN, NJ - The Milltown PTO in conjunction with the Milltown Historical Society, are hosting a two-day Holiday Craft and Makers Fair on Saturday, November 23 and Sunday, November 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Joyce Kilmer School. Admission is free, as is parking. Each day features more ...
RAHWAY, NJ — TAPinto Rahway had the recent good fortune to attend a special dress rehearsal of Rahway High School's fall production of Clue: High School Edition. The play is truly fantastic, as Rahway's talented performers reenact the classic murder mystery board game that so many of us knew as ...
FLORHAM PARK, NJ – Get ready to kick off the holiday season in a festive and heartwarming way! Florham Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is hosting a Breakfast & Pictures with Santa event on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at 190 Park Ave. in Florham Park.This free ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The New Providence Memorial Library is hosting an exciting and interactive event, Dinosaurs Arise!, on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Conti Room.This special DINOVEMBER program invites children ages 2 to 8 to step back in time and engage in hands-on activities, ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Students at Hunterdon Central Regional High School is set to perform “Auntie Mame” this weekend.The play will be performed in the Little Theater in the 11/12 building Nov. 22 at 7 p.m., and Nov. 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $8, and are available for purchase on the school's ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - The Sharon Elementary PTA is hosting a holiday craft fair on Saturday, December 7.The event, which will be held at the school, 234 Sharon Road, from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. will feature raffles, crafts, baked goods, jewelry, home decor, and much more, a flyer ...
SUMMIT, NJ – December 22, 2024, Eleanor Gorey, 11, of Berkeley Heights, will play the star role of “Clara” in this year’s full-length production of New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble’s (NJDTE) holiday classic: THE NUTCRACKER. Eleanor, the daughter of Meyvi and Nathan Gorey currently attends ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center.High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...
Lincroft, NJ — Brookdale Community College’s Performing Arts Center is excited to announce Digging The Whole, a family-friendly play running on December 5, 6, 7, and 8 at 11:00 a.m., with additional performances on December 7 and 8 at 2:00 p.m. This unique production will take place in the Black ...
RED BANK, NJ: Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as Italian Bred, the nationwide hit comedy show, comes to the Two River Theater in Red Bank for a special live taping!New Jersey’s own Candice Guardino—performer, writer, and comedic powerhouse—will take the stage on Saturday, January ...
SPARTA, NJ – The photography students in Christie Graham’s classes had a photo session with the Headless Horseman just before Halloween. It was an opportunity to practice techniques to capture a moving subject.The black Friesian horse, ridden by Lenora Dillon, took several passes behind the ...
NEW YORK – Chatham High senior Challen Nassif performed at Carnegie Hall recently by auditioning and then being chosen to participate in the Worldstrides Honors Performance series under the direction of award-winning choral composer Greg Gilpin.“Singing at Carnegie Hall was unlike anything I have ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center. High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center. High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...
RANDOLPH, NJ: This season, the vibrant artistry of County College of Morris (CCM) is on full display as students and faculty showcase their work in two public exhibits across Morris County. Community members are invited to view these free exhibitions, which feature a variety of works celebrating ...
HACKENSACK, NJ - The Johnson Public Library has a full lineup of December events, including adults. From a librar tour to art openings and book clubs, it's a cornucopia of events and activities.FOR ALL AGESLibrary ToursTuesday, December 10 from 10-11am or Thursday, December 12 from 7-8pmEnjoy a ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center.High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Elves were spotted stringing lights and placing the star atop the Township of Nutley holiday tree on Wednesday, Nov. 20 afternoon.A star could be seen on top of the tree, and lights were being strung by elves in bucket trucks. The tree will not be illuminated until December. The tree, ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center.High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...
CARTERET, NJ — High school thespians from Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties are now eligible for the 2025 Marquee Awards, hosted for a third year by Carteret’s popular Performing Arts & Events Center.High schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties that stage musicals are eligible ...