Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By TAPINTO FRANKLIN/SOMERSET STAFF
October 7, 2024
SOMERSET, NJ—Franklin Youth Center in Somerset, NJ, is hosting a “Spooktacular Teen Halloween Party” on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm. The free event is open to Franklin students in grades six to twelve and will feature thrilling activities, music, food, and prizes. Space is limited, ...
Princeton, NJ – Are you possibly agonizing over the prospect that Donald Trump could be re-elected as president in November? We’re just asking for a friend. It’s certainly possible that he could be. It’s also possible that Kamala Harris could be elected. The good news is that you can do something ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Hudson West Fest, an Americana and Folk Music Festival in Downtown Jersey City, saw another successful iteration of the yearly event recently.A lineup of eight musical acts performed throughout the day on Saturday, September 28, including: Jenni Muldaur and Teddy Thompson, with ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Oct. 7 - Oct. 11.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, October 7: BINGO (6:30pm - 7:00pm) Ages: 3 & up_______________________________________Tuesday, October 8:BOOGIE WOOGIE BABIES (10:30am - ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Arts students of Rahway High School (RHS) are selling desserts for Thanksgiving! Support them today.The ever wonderful and talented students of RHS are working hard to fund their trip to see Hamilton this winter. Help yourself by helping them. They're selling delicious ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Chargers Stadium's new artificial turf field is going to host the second annual Fall E4M Games on Sunday, October 13 at 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per person. There will be a flag football game, a halftime performance by Chargers cheerleaders and a soccer match. This family-friendly ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway's Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) is holding a Flight Night: Drink Flights and Light Bites fundraiser on Thursday, October 10, at the Hamilton Stage, located at 360 Hamilton St., 6-9 p.m.The event is an opportunity to enjoy quality drinks, gourmet bites, live music, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The Westfield Community Players will kick off their 2024-25 season on Oct. 12 with the first of six performances of “You Can’t Take It With You.”Taking place in the large house of a slightly odd New York City family, the madcap, idealistic comedy reinforces the notion that you can ...
BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Bordentown Township is bringing classic blues sounds to Joseph Lawrence Park this week through a free Fall concert for the community. The Township is hosting performing artists Eddie Davis & Blues Anatomy, featuring Sister Blue at the park on Wednesday, October 9 at ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - Here are scenes from the Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market on Sunday, October 6. The market runs through October 27 when it will feature the Howl-o-Ween Dog Costume contest. October 6 featured an art and craft show, which will also run on October 13. The market is located at the ...
Morristown, NJ – The ever-popular Morristown Festival of Books’ KidFest, an event for young readers within the larger festival, will feature dozens of outstanding children’s authors and illustrators who will be present from 10:30 am to 4 pm on Saturday, the 19th, (rain or shine) to meet ...
The Berkeley Heights Education Foundation (BHEF) will host a Back To The 90’s-themed 30th Anniversary Celebration & Fundraiser from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. on Friday, November 15th at Vintage Tavern located at 342 Valley Road in Gillette.All proceeds from the event will help support administrator, ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - Why should grown-ups get all the spooky Halloween fun? Join us for a family-friendly, low/no-scare Halloween event that's perfect for children and squeamish adults alike! Happy Haunts offers a fun-filled experience for everyone during the haunting season. Admission includes:A ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Playwright Harvey Fierstein once said “art has the power to transform, to illuminate, to educate, inspire and motivate;” an idea this town and the Barron Art Center fully embraces and promotes.Free to the public, the arts doesn’t come cheap. To support the Barron Art Center’s ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Governor Livingston Highlander Marching Band is set to host the 53rd Annual Pageant of Champions Marching Band Tournament on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. The event will take place at Governor Livingston High School, located at 175 Watchung Blvd.This ...
UNION, NJ – Once again, the Union Township Historical Society will participate in Union County's "Four Centuries in a Weekend" at the Caldwell Parsonage on October 19 and 20.Rev. James Caldwell, portrayed by Meridoc Burkhardt, will greet visitors to the museum on Saturday. His appearance is made ...
BUTLER, NJ - Butler Library will be hosting a Halloween parade. The parade will take place on October 28th at 12:30. Arrive in your costumes. Recommended ages for this event is infant to 5 year olds. Following the parade will be a Halloween craft with light snacks. Register via Google form or visit ...
ROXBURY, NJ – The Roxbury High School Marching Band on Saturday was named the grand champion of the West Orange Marching Band Invitational.The Invitational took place at West Orange High School’s Suriano Stadium. The Marching Gaels competed against 10 other high school bands.Roxbury not only was ...
Morristown, NJ – The ever-popular Morristown Festival of Books’ KidFest, an event for young readers within the larger festival, will feature dozens of outstanding children’s authors and illustrators who will be present from 10:30 am to 4 pm on Saturday, the 19th, (rain or shine) to meet ...
Morristown, NJ – The ever-popular Morristown Festival of Books’ KidFest, an event for young readers within the larger festival, will feature dozens of outstanding children’s authors and illustrators who will be present from 10:30 am to 4 pm on Saturday, the 19th, (rain or shine) to meet ...
Maplewood NJ, October 5, 2024 – The Maplewood Art Walk & Music Fest is back again for the 15th year, bringing art and music for everyone to enjoy and experience. Hosted by Maplewood Village Alliance (MVA), this event takes place on Sunday, October 13, from 11am to 5pm, in Maplewood Village.The ...
YORKTOWN, N.Y.—Scared by the Sound, a hair-raising Halloween attraction, returns to Yorktown for its third year on Friday.The haunted netherworld features a series of highly detailed Halloween-themed scenes and offers an unforgettable experience that lasts approximately 17-18 minutes. Located at ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Governor Livingston Highlander Marching Band is set to host the 53rd Annual Pageant of Champions Marching Band Tournament on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. The event will take place at Governor Livingston High School, located at 175 Watchung Blvd.This ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The New Providence Police Benevolent Association (PBA) 132 held its annual car show Saturday, attracting approximately 150 entries and a steady stream of spectators who marveled at an impressive array of vehicles under a clear autumn sky.Families, car aficionados, and curious ...
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 Sculpt Fitness Grand Opening ScheduleLost Cat in Kenilworth3. Retired Policemen and ...
Nutley Little Theatre announces auditions for 4000 Miles by Amy Herzog, directed by Craig Tiede Auditions: Sunday, October 27th, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm�Monday, October 28th, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm The production will be directed and produced by Craig Tiede. Anyone with questions about auditions, the show, or the ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Red Bank's annual HABcore Porchfest brought together music lovers and the local community for a day of live performances on porches across the town. Blessed with terrific weather – sunshine and blue sky, light winds, and temperatures in the upper 70’s - the event provided the ideal ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Red Bank's annual HABcore Porchfest brought together music lovers and the local community for a day of live performances on porches across the town. Blessed with terrific weather – sunshine and blue sky, light winds, and temperatures in the upper 70’s - the event provided the ideal ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Red Bank's annual HABcore Porchfest brought together music lovers and the local community for a day of live performances on porches across the town. Blessed with terrific weather – sunshine and blue sky, light winds, and temperatures in the upper 70’s - the event provided the ideal ...
MILLBURN, NJ — Emilie Whitley, a talented artist with an interesting background, will be exhibiting her landscape oil paintings and stained-glass pieces at the Millburn Free Public Library through October 30 in the Millburn-Short Hills Art Advisory 22nd Landmarks Art Show -- a colorful storytelling ...