Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By DESTINY MAURY
February 16, 2026
There’s some trash-talking going on at Rutgers University-Newark.The conversation has been sparked by “Consumed,” a free art exhibit that uses everyday waste, including plastic food containers and egg cartons, to examine modern consumer culture and its environmental impact.Curated by Kevin Lyons, a ...
PARAMUS, NJ — The Paramus Public Library offers events for those of all ages. Check out what's scheduled for this week:Tuesday, Feb. 17:Lunar New Year Wishing TreeReid Branch Library (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)Main Library (10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.)Stop by and add a wish to its Wishing Tree for Lunar New ...
NEW JERSEY: Rocking for Inclusion (RFI), a new addition to the New Jersey music scene, is first and foremost a talented band — some of whose members just happen to have autism. Rather than defining itself by disability, RFI is driven by passion, dedication, and a shared love of music and live ...
NEWARK - GlassRoots started as a table and two torches 25 years ago at the Boys and Girls Club of Newark, with just a few students joining the glassblowing art center once a week for an after-school flameworking class. A few years later, GlassRoots moved into its current space at 10 Bleeker St.: a ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The words fit on a few pages. They sparked a new nation. And a lecture about the Declaration of Independence in Boca Raton generated so much demand, officials moved it to a larger space.Organizers moved the lecture, Declaration: The Story of American Independence, a special America ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – Two Mount Laurel artists have received grant funding from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts through the Individual Artist Fellowship program. The Council on the Arts awarded $2 million to 198 New Jersey artists through the Council’s Individual Artist Fellowship ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Ice Arena will officially open its doors to the public on March 22. The grand opening ceremony will be open to the public. For more information about the Ice Arena and available services, click here.The Ice Arena has been under construction since September ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The internationally recognized Garden State Film Festival, New Jersey's Premier Independent Film Festival returns for its 24th anniversary, showcasing 205 carefully curated films from over 19 countries across 9 venues in Asbury Park, Monmouth County, and Cranford, Union County, ...
CRANFORD, NJ – Cranford’s Emilio DiFabio has built his career in work boots, running DiFabio Construction. Now he is stepping into his biggest role yet: the lead in the upcoming thriller Diamond Vendetta.DiFabio will play Enzo Vitale, a retired master thief pulled back into the criminal underworld ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the above flier of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Feb. 16–Feb. 20. Related Articles:Kenilworth Public Library Welcomes New Coordinator of Children's Services Kenilworth Public Library February 2026 Children's EventsKenilworth Public Library ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The sound of the Napoleonic era is coming to a Boca Raton sanctuary this spring. On Sunday, March 8, The Symphonia will transform St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church into a concert hall, as the chamber orchestra takes on Ludwig van Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5, popularly known as ...
First weekend of HARVEY in the books.2 out of 3 SOLD OUT performances.2 more weekends to go. Next Sunday, the 22nd is 2 seats away from being being SOLD OUT with Friday and Saturday selling quick.So, to celebrate our hard work and dedication and amazing performances we had our cast dinner at ...
NEW JERSEY: Rocking for Inclusion (RFI), a new addition to the New Jersey music scene, is first and foremost a talented band — some of whose members just happen to have autism. Rather than defining itself by disability, RFI is driven by passion, dedication, and a shared love of music and live ...
NEW JERSEY: Rocking for Inclusion (RFI), a new addition to the New Jersey music scene, is first and foremost a talented band — some of whose members just happen to have autism. Rather than defining itself by disability, RFI is driven by passion, dedication, and a shared love of music and live ...
SEA GIRT — The Jersey Shore cold snap didn’t stop Patriot Polar Plungers and Monmouth County Habitat for Humanity supporters from showing up for the fifth annual Patriot Polar Plunge last Saturday, Feb. 7 — but it did keep them out of the Atlantic.Before the crowd made its quick “polar dash” to the ...
BELMAR, NJ – There’s something quietly thrilling about a blank canvas — a stretch of white space filled with possibility. Later this month, that sense of creative promise will come alive at the Belmar Arts Center as instructor Susanna Anastasia leads an immersive Acrylic Painting Workshop designed ...
NEW JERSEY: Rocking for Inclusion (RFI), a new addition to the New Jersey music scene, is first and foremost a talented band — some of whose members just happen to have autism. Rather than defining itself by disability, RFI is driven by passion, dedication, and a shared love of music and live ...
POMPANO BEACH — Hundreds of residents gathered under open-air tents Sunday at the Sample-McDougald House to celebrate the 12th annual Plants & People Day, an event developed by the community organization Pompano Proud that highlights the education and encouragement of the city's natural ecology ...
WEST BOCA RATON, FL — The run of Yair Keydar, a two-time “Star Search” champion and South Florida phenom with ties to a West Boca Raton temple, came to an end on Tuesday night by 0.08 of a point.The 12-year-old, who is the son of B’nai Torah Congregation cantor Magda Fishman, delivered a ...
Linden, NJ — This Week's Happenings at Linden Public Library! The week of February 16th to February 21st For further info, https://lindenlibrary-nj.gov/. Please note the library will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026, for President's Day.
RAHWAY, NJ — Are you ready for TheaterWorksUSA’s productions to make their way back to Rahway's Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC)? On Sunday, March 8, get ready for TheaterWorksUSA’s energetic children’s theater production of “The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System” at UCPAC’s ...
ROXBURY, NJ - A Roxbury High School student took second-place in this year's Morris County Manual Cover Contest, said the county.The student, senior Stephanie Opalka, received a $200 scholarship. Her teacher, Scott Schilling, was recognized with a certificate.Opalka and the two other winners of the ...
PATERSON, NJ - Paterson will now have a formal Sister City relationship with Bethlehem in the State of Palestine, creating opportunities for cultural exchange, educational programs, and community connections between the two cities.Bethlehem, known for its rich heritage, traditions, and global ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Mayor Scott Singer recently announced on social media that the city “reached out to the federal government and were able to secure Boca Raton as one of the stops on the Freedom 250 Tour, celebrating America's 250th anniversary.”From February 20 to 23, Florida Atlantic University ...
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. Residential Burglaries in Kenilworth: Message from the KPD2. 2001 Brearley Graduate Wins Grammy3. Girls ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – The talented West Orange School District music faculty provided an evening of classical music during the 23rd annual scholarship concert.The event was organized by Supervisor of Visual and Performing Arts Alison Soccio-Willemsen and featured several musical faculty members ...
HAMILTON, NJ - The Hamilton Township Public Library will screen Bob Marley: One Love on Tuesday, February 17 at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, February 18 at 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, February 21 at 1:00 p.m.Rated PG-13 and running 1 hour and 47 minutes, Bob Marley: One Love tells the story of the legendary ...
CLARK, NJ — On Tuesday, January 20, Hehnly Elementary School flute students had the opportunity to learn from guest musician Stefanie Santoro, a professional flutist, an instructor at Elefante Music and the School for the Performing Arts, and the director of the Kean Community Flute Ensemble. Ms.
BARNEGAT, NJ – On Friday, February 13, 2026, the halls of Bayside Chapel were transformed into a scene of glitz, glamour, and pure joy as the church hosted its annual Night to Shine prom. Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, the event provided an unforgettable experience for local individuals ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – On Friday, February 13, 2026, the halls of Bayside Chapel were transformed into a scene of glitz, glamour, and pure joy as the church hosted its annual Night to Shine prom. Sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation, the event provided an unforgettable experience for local individuals ...