Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By TONY GALLOTTO
May 23, 2024
CARTERET, NJ — High schools in Middlesex and Somerset counties, and their many talented students, have won first place “Marquee Awards” for 2024 musical productions in 17 categories at URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center’s recent red-carpet event. Multiple awards went to high ...
CARTERET, NJ — High schools in Middlesex and Somerset counties, and their many talented students, have won first place “Marquee Awards” for 2024 musical productions in 17 categories at URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center’s recent red-carpet event. Woodbridge High School’s ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Public Library is excited to host its 5th annual Photo Contest once more, welcoming photographers of all levels to showcase the spirit of Red Bank through their lenses. With a deadline set for October 7, participants have ample time to unearth their finest shots ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Friday nights on Main Street are synonymous with polished chrome bumpers, fenders with curves, big block engines and more than a few sets of fuzzy dice hanging off rear view mirrors. Thousands of car enthusiasts and visitors come to Somerville on a Friday night to enjoy ...
OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will begin Thursday with a performance of folk/rock by Stick Tights. The concert will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in Lincoln Park at the corner of State and Union streets, The concert series will run through Sept. 19. The schedule can be accessed ...
Princeton, NJ – For some people in town, the most surprising thing about the annual alumni Reunions is that they are – for the most part – open to the public, at least that part of the public that can stand to wade into a garish sea of orange and black to attend various events around the ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Friday nights on Main Street are synonymous with polished chrome bumpers, fenders with curves, big block engines and more than a few sets of fuzzy dice hanging off rear view mirrors. Thousands of car enthusiasts and visitors come to Somerville on a Friday night to enjoy ...
BELMAR, NJ - Get ready to start your Memorial Day weekend with a splash at D'Jais in Belmar as WFAN and Audacy host their exhilarating "Kickoff to Summer 2024" event on May 24. The annual celebration promises to set the tone for a vibrant summer season along the shore, drawing thousands of visitors ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — The Roselle Park Diversity and Inclusion Committee will hold its second Annual Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, June 15, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Michael J. Mauri Gazebo Park. Set on the anniversary of the final enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation at the end of the American ...
RED BANK, NJ: In an emailed statement, Lunch Break said they are delighted to announce its Artists Open Hearts for Lunch Break Annual Art Auction and Gallery Show, June 5th through June 9th, in their new Community Kitchen at 121 Drs. James Parker Blvd. Virtual art previews begin on June 1st, ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Tuesday, May 21, members of the Rahway High School (RHS) Choir performed at the 2024 New Jersey American Choral Directors Association (NJACDA) High School Choral Festival at Rutgers University. The Rahway Choir earned an "Outstanding" rating for its 20-minute set of music, while ...
Linden, NJ - The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce two special programs for June suitable for all ages. Wednesday, June 19 at 6:30 pm- Harriet Tubman presented by Dr. Daisy Century Celebrate Juneteenth with us as Harriet Tubman is brought alive by historical interpreter Dr.
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Pride in the Park is scheduled for Saturday, June 8, starting at 12 noon at Riverside Gardens Park, located at 40 W. Front Street. The event will feature numerous vendors, children's activities, giveaways, and a Best Pride Dog contest. If it rains, the event will be ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Hawthorne Community Pool will be closed for swimming over the Memorial Day weekend, according to the borough pool management. BUT, the Pool will be open for Pool Membership Sales ONLY on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26 from 12 p.m. - 4:30 pm. Summer is here!
SOMERS, N.Y. - To say that Alina Aronoff has made the most of her time at Somers High School might be an understatement. Following in her father’s footsteps, she began her performing arts career in elementary school and eventually joined the ensemble for the SHS production of The Wedding Singer ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Parsippany Library is planning for the future and they want your feedback. They are in the process of developing a strategic plan to help guide the direction of the library over the next few years. To gather community feedback, the Library will be hosting four focus group ...
Madison, NJ – Summer concerts sponsored by the Madison Downtown Development Commission (DDC) return this summer for music and fun starting on June 21! Enjoy a FREE night of music this summer on Fridays from 6-8pm on the lawn of the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts (METC) and at the Rose ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The seventh issue of Harding Elementary School's newspaper Let's HAWK About It! was recently published. Harding pupils Marco Davis, Marlowe Chua and Santina Rizzo wrote the following article. Our Director-Mr. Mills Written by Marco Davis I had the pleasure to meet with Mr.
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Tyrone Stackhouse Project kicks off the 2024 Summer Stage concert series Saturday night with an eclectic mix of funk, rock, jazz, Motown and R&B on Saturday, May 25th on the Division Street pedestrian mall at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Downtown Somerville Alliance, the ...
Califon Borough, NJ - On Monday, May 26, 2014, the Califon Recreation Committee will proudly present its Annual Califon Memorial Day Parade. The parade will once again feature Saint Ann of Hampton Drum and Pipes, the 15th New Jersey Volunteers Infantry Company A, antique cars, scout troops, area ...
Calling all vocalists & drag artists! Audition for Nutley Little Theatre’s 3rd Annual Say Gay Cabaret. One night only: Sunday, June 23rd at 7:30 p.m. To audition as a vocalist: Send a self-tape audition of any song to saygaycabaret@gmail.com. To audition as a drag ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Friday nights on Main Street are synonymous with polished chrome bumpers, fenders with curves, big block engines and more than a few sets of fuzzy dice hanging off rear view mirrors. Thousands of car enthusiasts and visitors come to Somerville on a Friday night to enjoy ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Tyrone Stackhouse Project kicks off the 2024 Summer Stage concert series Saturday night with an eclectic mix of funk, rock, jazz, Motown and R&B on Saturday, May 25th on the Division Street pedestrian mall at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Downtown Somerville Alliance, the ...
OCEAN GROVE - TAPinto Neptune sat down with Ocean Grove Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jessie Thompson, who has served in that capacity since 2019, having previously been the OGACC since 2018. Prior to joining the Chamber, she worked at Nordstrom for 13 years in their Visual ...
.WOODLAND PARK, NJ - Woodland Park Day is set to take place on June 22, from 2:00 p.m. to dusk. The event will be held at 15 Memorial Dr., situated behind the school. In case of inclement weather, a rain date of June 29 has been set, ensuring that attendees won't miss out on the ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Tyrone Stackhouse Project kicks off the 2024 Summer Stage concert series Saturday night with an eclectic mix of funk, rock, jazz, Motown and R&B on Saturday, May 25th on the Division Street pedestrian mall at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Downtown Somerville Alliance, the ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Tyrone Stackhouse Project kicks off the 2024 Summer Stage concert series Saturday night with an eclectic mix of funk, rock, jazz, Motown and R&B on Saturday, May 25th on the Division Street pedestrian mall at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Downtown Somerville Alliance, the ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - The Hasbrouck Heights Middle/High School will host its Spring Concert on Wednesday, May 22. The evening of music begins at 7 p.m. in Kiefer Auditorium. Groups performing include the Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert Choir, and Concert Band.
WEST ORANGE, NJ — A film called “Take My Hand,” co-written by West Orange High School senior Dylan Schatell and junior Gavin Jaskot, was awarded second place out of 150 films entered into the 2024 New Jersey 10-Day Film Challenge. They also won 2nd place for Best Use of Genre and Best Use of ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - Long Branch's Annual Art in the Park is back for its 25th anniversary and will be held this Sunday, May 26, 2024 in West End Park (Brighton Avenue) from 10:00AM - 5:00PM, rain or shine. The event is open to the public with up to 50 Juried Artists! Enjoy the day strolling ...