Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By JOHN MOONEY
June 27, 2024
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ -- The Township of Scotch Plains will host its annual Independence Day Fireworks at historic Shady Rest Golf & Country Club on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at dusk. The event will feature entertainment, vendors and kids events beginning at 7 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - A group of local musicians who regularly perform hits by stars like David Bowie and Sting, will perform songs from the catalog of Daryl Hall and John Oates tonight on the Waterfront. Each year, ALEO gathers musicians from the area to pay tribute to modern folk or pop artists. Last ...
JERSEY SHORE, NJ - Summer fun means different things to different people. Some prefer a day at the beach, others a walk through a quiet nature preserve, and for quite a few, a cocktail cruise on the bay. Diversity is the name of the game as you look for summer entertainment. If you're coming from ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - The City of Elizabeth invites residents to spend the Fourth of July at the city’s official celebration at the Veterans Memorial Waterfront Park. The event starts at 2 p.m. Attendees will have access to a photo booth, food trucks, and live entertainment. Fireworks will begin at ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- A celebration of Jersey City’s rich cultural diversity graced the Council Chambers in City Hall on June 13 as part of the 8th annual Taste of Culture event. Hosted by the Jersey City Office of Cultural Affairs, the festivities included an array of music and dance performances.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — The New Jersey Hall of Fame unveiled its Entertainment and Learning Center at American Dream on Tuesday, June 18, before a crowd of supporters, elected officials, including Gov. Phil Murphy and State Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, and inductees Tommy James, comedian Joe ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Join resident, longtime councilman, and newly published author Derryck White at the South Plainfield Public Library on Saturday, June 29 and learn about the impact ‘purposeful partnerships’ can have on you and your life. During the event, set to take place at 11 a.m., White ...
BRANT BEACH — Since 1975, St. Francis of Assisi Parish has been hosting the Festival of the Sea Carnival. The Festival of the Sea begins Tuesday, July 2 and continues through Saturday, July 6. The carnival will be open nightly (weather permitting) from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. The Festival of the Sea ...
BRANT BEACH — Since 1975, St. Francis of Assisi Parish has been hosting the Festival of the Sea Carnival. The Festival of the Sea begins Tuesday, July 2 and continues through Saturday, July 6. The carnival will be open nightly (weather permitting) from 6:00 to 10:00 pm. The Festival of the Sea ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County's 4-H Fair is set for July 27-28 and residents are being invited to showcase their creative talents and skills in a number of “Open Division” categories for both youth and adults. Entrants do not need to be 4-H members to exhibit. Any project created in the past ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The fourth annual Family Pride Night will be celebrated by the Downtown Somerville Alliance on Thursday, June 27 with displays and vendors on the Division Street pedestrian mall and a performance by the Golden Gays, a trio of drag comedians who last performed on the Summer Stage in ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Anyone looking forward to the Ridgewood Guild's presentation of the classic 1933 musical "42nd Street," as part of their Movies in the Park series, will have to wait one more night. Due to inclement weather, the screening has been moved to tomorrow at 9 p.m. at Van Neste Square ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Start off your weekend and beat the heat with a classic movie! The Mount Laurel Library will be hosting a matinée screening of the Hollywood musical Yankee Doodle Dandy on Friday, June 28 at 1PM. Composer extraordinaire George M. Cohan showcases the great James Cagney in ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ – You don’t need to travel far or pay big bucks to enjoy the greatest hits from the likes of Neal Diamond, Hall & Oates, Johnny Maestro and more this summer. Tribute and cover bands from all ages and genres will be featured during this year’s Burlington County Summer Concert ...
RED BANK, NJ: Riverside Gardens Park is the place to be for a series of great events that will delight residents and visitors alike. With its stunning views overlooking the Navesink River, especially during sunset, the park offers the perfect backdrop for a variety of activities every ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - Tonight’s screening of Top Gun at Pier A Park has been postponed due to anticipated thunderstorms. The screening has been tentatively rescheduled for August 28. A comprehensive list of all screenings for Movies Under the Stars can be found here.
WESTAMPTON, NJ – You don’t need to travel far or pay big bucks to enjoy the greatest hits from the likes of Neal Diamond, Hall & Oates, Johnny Maestro and more this summer. Tribute and cover bands from all ages and genres will be featured during this year’s Burlington County Summer Concert ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ - Summer has officially begun and the Fourth of July celebrations are ready to spark excitement! The Southern Ocean Chamber invites old friends and new explorers to spend time in the LBI Region and start summer with a bang! The coastal community is offering up a variety ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND, NJ - Summer has officially begun and the Fourth of July celebrations are ready to spark excitement! The Southern Ocean Chamber invites old friends and new explorers to spend time in the LBI Region and start summer with a bang! The coastal community is offering up a variety ...
BEACH HAVEN - The Sea Shell Resort & Beach Club is a great 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 Jersey. There are a variety of rooms and suites to choose from, including some with ...
BEACH HAVEN - The Sea Shell Resort & Beach Club is a great 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 Jersey. There are a variety of rooms and suites to choose from, including some with ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Join the East Brunswick Public Library for a discussion of Blood and Ink: The Hall-Mills Murder 100 Years Later with author Joe Pompeo at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 29 as the EBPL begins its summer reading program with a tale of local intrigue. One hundred years ago, on ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Join the East Brunswick Public Library for a discussion of Blood and Ink: The Hall-Mills Murder 100 Years Later with author Joe Pompeo at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 29 as the EBPL begins its summer reading program with a tale of local intrigue. One hundred years ago, on ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – The Berkeley Heights Recreation's Summer Concert in the Park, scheduled for tonight, has been cancelled due to the weather forecast. The New Jersey Youth Symphony was set to perform. A makeup show is planned for September. The next concert will be on Wednesday, July 3, ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - It’s the biggest seasonal event on the Jersey Shore — in fact, it’s the biggest Independence Day celebration anywhere in New Jersey, and it happens every July 4th right here in Long Branch. The Greater Long Branch Chamber of Commerce and the City of Long Branch put on the annual ...
CLARK, NJ — The Township of Clark, in collaboration with the food product supplier, Kerry Ingredients, is sponsoring the town's inaugural photography contest! The "Clark Through the Lens" Photo Contest has begun. The deadline for submissions is October 25, 2024. According to the Township of ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The fourth annual Family Pride Night will be celebrated by the Downtown Somerville Alliance on Thursday, June 27 with displays and vendors on the Division Street pedestrian mall and a performance by the Golden Gays, a trio of drag comedians who last performed on the Summer Stage in ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Located at Wharton Arts in Berkeley Heights, the Wharton Arts Performing Arts School isn't just a place for music lessons—it's a dynamic hub where creativity thrives and community bonds deepen. Directed by Debra Joyal, the school has become a cornerstone for arts education, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Located at Wharton Arts in Berkeley Heights, the Wharton Arts Performing Arts School isn't just a place for music lessons—it's a dynamic hub where creativity thrives and community bonds deepen. Directed by Debra Joyal, the school has become a cornerstone for arts education, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — Located at Wharton Arts in Berkeley Heights, the Wharton Arts Performing Arts School isn't just a place for music lessons—it's a dynamic hub where creativity thrives and community bonds deepen. Directed by Debra Joyal, the school has become a cornerstone for arts education, ...