Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
August 21, 2024
BEACH HAVEN - Here we go. We are hitting August on Thursday and another big week at the Jersey Shore. The Sea Shell Resort & Beach Club is the place to relax and enjoy yourself on Long Beach Island! It has a Caribbean theme and is located right on the beach in Beach Haven, New ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Local artists will spend Saturday, Aug. 25 on th Division Street pedestrian mall surrounded by other artists who will bring their handcrafted goods to the Downtown Somerville Artisan Fair hosted by the Downtown Somerville Alliance. The free event is open from noon-6 p.m. and ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Local artists will spend Saturday, Aug. 25 on th Division Street pedestrian mall surrounded by other artists who will bring their handcrafted goods to the Downtown Somerville Artisan Fair hosted by the Downtown Somerville Alliance. The free event is open from noon-6 p.m. and ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - On September 14, from 11 am to 5 pm, Middlesex County’s East Jersey Old Town Village located at 1050 River Road in Piscataway will welcome Michael Arenella and his Dreamland Orchestra, and Queen Esther for an unforgettable jazz extravaganza at the second Roaring 20s Jazz ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — Registration is now open to Livingston residents for all fall 2024 programs offered through the Livingston’s Recreation & Senior Services department — previously known as Senior, Youth and Leisure Services (SYLS), including a vast array of youth activities, fitness and ...
CLARK, NJ - Presented by the Union County Board of County Commissioners and held at Oakwood Park, the festival was a resounding success, featuring a dynamic mix of lively performances, engaging activities, and a strong sense of community spirit. The excitement was palpable as DJ Mickey G and ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- Jersey City’s 64th Annual Puerto Rican Parade and Festival took place over the weekend, with members of the community celebrating in full force. The parade route from Lincoln Park to City Hall was lined with onlookers enjoying the festivities which included floats, music and ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — After the success of her debut picture book, There’s a Yeti in My Tummy, local author Meredith Rusu is excited to announce the release of her next book in the Mighty Moods series, There’s a Robot in My Socks. Scheduled to hit the shelves on September 17th, this new book ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — After the success of her debut picture book, There’s a Yeti in My Tummy, local author Meredith Rusu is excited to announce the release of her next book in the Mighty Moods series, There’s a Robot in My Socks. Scheduled to hit the shelves on September 17th, this new book ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – The Summer Concert Series continues at Columbus Park Extension Gazebo on Thursday, August 22nd at 7 p.m. with a performance by Piscataway’s own! Kolor Blynd Band, an eclectic band playing R&B, Pop, Soul, Jazz, Broadway and more. This must-see live band will have concertgoers ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - As the summer draws to a close, so do the regularly scheduled and beloved Movies Under The Stars. Tonight’s screening honors back to school season, with Friday Night Lights being featured at Hoboken High School’s Taglieri Stadium at 8:30pm. The film, which follows the town of ...
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- Stage Craft Studio presents the ferociously hilarious musical Mean Girls JR. on Aug. 23 and 24 at 7:00 p.m. and Aug. 25 at 3:00 p.m. at Union Catholic High School (1600 Martine Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076). Adapted from the hit movie written by Tina Fey and starring Lindsay ...
KENILWORTH, NJ – On Tuesday, Sept 3, the Borough of Kenilworth will host a much anticipated family-friendly event after the annual Fourth of July Firework Display was postponed due to the weather. Labor Day/Back to School Fireworks will go off at David Brearley around 9:20 p.m. with fun ...
Attention Monmouth County residents! Your parks have so many great programs to enjoy for all ages. Registration is open for Monmouth County Park System Fall Programs! There is something great waiting for all ages. The Monmouth County Park System’s Fall Parks and Programs Guide is here and ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Pet shelters and rescue organizations are overflowing with beautiful and sweet animals. In an effort to find homes for them, Turtle Back Zoo is hosting its 8th Annual BARKtoberfest: Pet Adoption Event & Marketspace at the Berson Family Center at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo! ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township Councilwoman Shepa Uddin (Ward 2) invites residents to a free movie night featuring Shrek on Friday in Nassau Park on 595 Nassau Avenue. The event starts at 8 p.m., and attendees can enjoy complimentary ice cream, hot dogs, and water while meeting elected ...
Orange, NJ– Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. and Mayor Dwayne Warren invite the public to enjoy the 2024 Essex County Free Summer Music Concert Series. The upcoming event at Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park will feature a Latino Festival. “Our Free Concert Series offers a ...
PARAMUS, NJ - In one of its prettiest settings, the county is hosting its annual Senior Festival at Van Saun County Park on Thursday, September 12. Raindate: Tuesday, September 17 If you're 60 years or older, join area residents for a fun-filled day which includes lunch, music and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The City of Asbury Park is gearing up for a community engagement event aimed at shaping a new public art initiative. On Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., residents are invited to the Asbury Park Senior Center, located at 1201 Springwood Avenue, for a Public ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - On September 14, from 11 am to 5 pm, Middlesex County’s East Jersey Old Town Village located at 1050 River Road in Piscataway will welcome Michael Arenella and his Dreamland Orchestra, and Queen Esther for an unforgettable jazz extravaganza at the second Roaring 20s Jazz ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Middlesex County’s EARTH Center will host their annual Center Garden, Arts, and Music Festival on Saturday from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, located at 42 Riva Avenue. This family-friendly event is free and sponsored by Middlesex County and Rutgers ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Two Broke Vets will give it a go again Saturday night on the Summer Stage, two weeks after their outdoor concert was rained out. The weekend concert series will feature also Rockhorse on Friday, the latest New Jerey cver band to be featured in the free concert series. Two ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - On September 14, from 11 am to 5 pm, Middlesex County’s East Jersey Old Town Village located at 1050 River Road in Piscataway will welcome Michael Arenella and his Dreamland Orchestra, and Queen Esther for an unforgettable jazz extravaganza at the second Roaring 20s Jazz ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Saturday, September 14 is going to be a big day in the borough. The Spotswood Recreation Department is running the annual Spotswood 5K. This year though, there will be a new addition; a craft fair and vendor show in the parking of the Spotswood Municipal Building from 9 a.m. to 2 ...
PARAMUS, NJ - In one of its prettiest settings, the county is hosting its annual Senior Festival at Van Saun County Park on Thursday, September 12. Raindate: Tuesday, September 17 If you're 60 years or older, join area residents for a fun-filled day which includes lunch, music and ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Hoboken's own Undercover will be taking the stage at Church Square Park on Wednesday night. The show is set to begin at 7:00 p.m. Recognized as "Hoboken’s favorite cover band”, Undercover consists of four passionate musicians who have been electrifying audiences with their ...
The Bloomfield Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 2nd. Their regular hours are: Monday through Wednesday from 10am - 8pm, Thursday and Friday from 10am - 5pm, and Saturday’s from 9am - 5pm September is Library Card Sign Up Month. Stop by the library for a card and fun-filled ...
Our friend, New Jersey historian Al Frazza, just informed us that his latest book, The Past Still Present: Revolutionary War New Jersey in Photos (2024), is now out in paperback for a full ten dollars less than the hardcover price! So head over to Amazon now and pick up your copy. Click here to ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Join the Mount Laurel Library this week for a fun, interactive concert designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Library will be hosting award-winning music performers TWO OF A KIND on Thursday, August 22 from 11:30AM to 12:15PM. Made of up ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown Arts Festival has released its music lineup for one of the borough’s biggest events of the year, and the schedule is packed with bands and musicians representing a wide range of genres. This year’s festival, which will run Sept. 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., will ...