Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By ROD HIRSCH
June 3, 2024
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Character actor Steve Schirripa, who played “Bobby Baccalieri” on the acclaimed HBO drama “The Sopranos,” and more recently, Detective Anthony Abetemarco.on the long-running CBS series “Blue Bloods,” was simply himself yesterday, a hardcore baseball fan enjoying a day at the ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL - Coconut Creek’s next installment of its Poetry in the Park: Nature of Place series runs 12 - 1:30 p.m. on Saturday at Sabal Pines Park in the back pavilion. Laura McDermott Matheric, the city’s poet laureate, will lead the session. The city's urban forester, Sharon ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ - In today's dynamic work environment, fostering team cohesion and creativity is paramount for organizational success. The Meraki’s art-based team building approach leverages the power of art to enhance communication, collaboration, and creativity among team members. The ...
MAHWAH, NJ – The summer season is revving up as swimming at Darlington County Park, 600 Darlington Avenue, is open on weekends going forward through the end of June. Weekend hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through June 30. The lake will then be open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Labor ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of June 3- June 7. THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY.... Monday, June 3: BINGO (6:30pm - 7:00pm) Ages: 3 & up _______________________________________ Tuesday, June 4 LAP SIT (10:30am - ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Character actor Steve Schirripa, who played “Bobby Baccalieri” on the acclaimed HBO drama “The Sopranos,” and more recently, Detective Anthony Abetemarco.on the long-running CBS series “Blue Bloods,” was simply himself yesterday, a hardcore baseball fan enjoying a day at the ...
PARAMUS, NJ - The Farmers Market is now open for business each Friday, and there are all kinds of goodies and fun that it scheduled to add to the market each week. Opening day was May 31, so this Friday's market, June 7, will feature many of the same, AND different items and entertainment. Ed ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Nutley Little Theatre is excited to announce their 90th Season! Peter Pan, Dracula, and Neil Simon will all come to town this season, but first, Travesites. Travesties by Tom Stoppard, directed by L.A. Mars. Show dates: September 13th-28. 1917: World War I has ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ - In today's dynamic work environment, fostering team cohesion and creativity is paramount for organizational success. The Meraki’s art-based team building approach leverages the power of art to enhance communication, collaboration, and creativity among team members. The ...
GLEN GARDNER, NJ - The 3rd annual Veteran's Appreciation BBQ will be held on June 8th in Glen Gardner. The event will be held from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM at the Sprice Run Memorial VFW Post 5119 located at 179 Main Street, Glen Gardner, NJ. All proceeds support the Veterans of VFW Post 5119. Real ...
BAYONNE, NJ - They came from across Bayonne and across New Jersey, and some from even further afield, gathered for what would likely be the final official performance of the Bayonne Bridgemen. The ceremony on June 1, which saw a portion of Dennis Collins Park named after the Bridgemen, was a ...
PARKLAND, FL- As the school year winds down and summer break approaches, Parkland and Coral Springs kids ages 5 and older have an exciting opportunity to enjoy their summer break at Dance Camp in Parkland or take dance classes in Coral Springs. Hosted by local dance company, 5678 Dance Inc., summer ...
CRANFORD, NJ - Independent filmmakers will get a chance to see their films up on the silver screen soon when the New Jersey Independent Film Festival comes to Cranford Theater June 6 - June 9. The New Jersey Independent Film Festival takes pride in its rigorous selection process. The four-day ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Nutley Little Theatre is excited to announce their 90th Season! Peter Pan, Dracula, and Neil Simon will all come to town this season, but first, Travesites. Travesties by Tom Stoppard, directed by L.A. Mars. Show dates: September 13th-28. 1917: World War I has ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Did you know that June 8 is World Wide Knit in Public Day? The West Orange Woolies cordially invite you to join them for some knitting or crocheting outside Panera in Essex Green. `Member Maureen Bernstein said, “Bring needles, hooks, yarn and enjoy yourself in the company of ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Out Montclair, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness and providing support for the LGBTQ+ community in Montclair, proudly announces the headline performers and sponsors for Montclair Pride. The event will feature a week of activities leading up to a daylong ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — The borough will show its pride at the Pride Month Flag raising on Saturday. Thursday, June 6 Mayor and Council, 7 p.m. Borough Council Chambers Saturday, June 8 Pride Day Flag Raising, 12 p.m. Veterans Memorial Library
OLEAN, NY — It’s summer and a fine time for warming up to new classes and events offered by the Tri-County Arts Council, Paula Bernstein, TCAC's executive director, noted in a press release. Bernstein listed the following: Botanical Gel Printing with Theresa Heinz at Pfeiffer Nature ...
It has been a great career all the way from my first job at North Bergen High School. When you love what you do, it’s not a job - Brian Conti Brian Conti has served as Director for the Chatham Community Band for 40 years and Band Director within the school district for 32 Years. This encompasses ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ - In today's dynamic work environment, fostering team cohesion and creativity is paramount for organizational success. The Meraki’s art-based team building approach leverages the power of art to enhance communication, collaboration, and creativity among team members. The ...
Ever since 1970, Richard Wurman has been fascinated with the idea of gatherings. They are all the same, he thought. Each conference designed the same way, with panels of wealthy men in suits with lecterns with long introductions with long speeches. And always near a golf course. Boring, Wurman ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ —Attendees flocked to Van Neste square on Saturday afternoon, draped in Pride flags and adorned in the colors of the rainbow, to celebrate Ridgewood's LGBTQ+ community for the 2024 Ridgewood Pride Day event. The jam-packed event slate featured appearances by Ridgewood Mayor Paul ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin Township Public Schools, known for its remarkable arts programs, is now known for its award-winning alumni and productions. Franklin Township Board of Education president Ardaman Singh, boasted about two shining Franklin alumni at the recent BOE meeting, saying “Franklin ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A documentary by two filmmakers with deep roots in Doylestown that looks at the Pennsylvania Lenape will get a special showing this weekend at the County Theater. The 22-minute documentary, “Keepers of the Way,” follows members of the Pennsylvania Lenape Nation as the tribe ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - It's hard to say what was the best thing - the music, the tacos, the hand-crocheted Grogus, the ice cream, the fresh soda, or the pet treats from the Drooling K-9, but a visitor could not go wrong at Sunday's Spring Market. Sponsored by the Office of Economic Development, the ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Mark the calendar for the Spotswood Recreation Department's annual Car Show on Saturday, June 15, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Spotswood High School. This family-friendly event helps to kick off summer every June. It features music, food trucks, and, of course, trophies. There are ...
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. 1. Kenilworth's Class of 2024's Michael Kollarik is Headed to Rutgers University - New ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — At 99 years old, Jean Schorck* of Westfield can still remember the places she has performed and all the happy faces she’s seen. More than 50 years ago, the Westfield resident joined a singing group called The Chansonettes after seeing an ad in a local paper. Since then, she has ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Happy Days are here again. A long-standing tradition that helped put Somerville on the map decades ago resumed Friday night, packing Main Street with car enthusiasts and visitors enjoying the dichotomy of Detroit iron. From Model T Fords, big fin Caddys and high-powered ...
SPARTA, NJ – Those who chose to ignore the weather forecast on Memorial Day were rewarded with cooler than usual temperatures for the annual parade sponsored by the Sparta VFW. Under cloudy skies, the Blue Knights kicked off the parade rolling down the parade route, signaling the fun was about to ...