Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By TAPINTO HAMILTON STAFF
December 7, 2025
HAMILTON, NJ - The Hamilton Township Public Library is inviting residents to enjoy The Time Traveler's Wife as part of their movie series this week. Show times include Tuesday, December 9 at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 10 at 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, December 13 at 1:00 p.m. The film (PG-13, ...
SHORT HILLS, NJ – Did you know that Martin Scorsese’s first wife lives in Short Hills? She is Laraine Brennan, prominent resident and the Chair of the Millburn-Short Hills Artist Advisory Committee (AAC). Brennan curates the Art Advisory mentors shows and organizes the AAC scholarship events – now ...
ROXBURY, NJ - This year's installment of the annual Roxbury Home for the Holidays event saw busy sidewalks on Main Street in Succasunna and a steady flow of people inside the Roxbury Public Library and the street's two churches.Sunshine softened the biting cold that stung the area this week. Its ...
SOUTH HACKENSACK, N.J. — Santa partnered with the South Hackensack Fire Department to bring holiday cheer through the streets of town.Santa will make his way around on Friday, Dec. 19 at 5 p.m., officials shared. “When you hear the sirens and music, make sure you come see Santa," the department ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Enjoy a free readers theater performance on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Nutley Little Theatre of “With A Capital C.” A free staged reading of an original script written by Drew University Alum, Lawrence Paone and directed by Mead Winters. There will be a talkback with the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Three students from Parsippany were honored as MPAC Students of the Month for October. The three students were Rosemarie Caserta, an 8th grade student from Brooklawn Middle School; Jesus Bahena-Lliguicota, a 9th grader from Parsippany High School and Leana Pociask a 10th grader ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – The organizations and venues behind the actors and artists, bards and ballerinas who grace the stages of the city’s theater district have been awarded grants through a state program designed to support local downtowns.George Street Playhouse has been awarded $500,000 and the ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Nutley Public Library was filled with awe, laughs, and squeals of delight as Joe Fischer brought his Holiday Hocus Pocus show to the children's room on Saturday Dec. 6. Kids of all ages enjoyed a magic show and made a holiday craft to bring home. The annual event was sponsored by ...
RANDOLPH, NJ: Get ready for a delightful holiday mystery as “A Sherlock Carol” takes the stage at County College of Morris (CCM), presented by the Marielaine Mammon School of Music, Performing Arts, and Music Technologies. This entertaining production combines the enchanting stories of Charles ...
CLIFTON, NJ - Word Seed Inc, a Paterson-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting writers of all ages and backgrounds, has partnered with Passaic County, County Commissioners announced on Thursday, Under a lease agreement, Word Seed will establish a literary and cultural center within the ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton’s Sugar Sand Park is introducing a new kind of classroom this weekend — one without walls, electricity, or even plumbing. Children’s Science Explorium will debut its Chickee Lab, an outdoor learning space built in the style of a traditional Seminole house, during a free ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Santa arrived in Berkeley Heights on Saturday, and with him came a wave of holiday magic that transformed the municipal complex into a storybook setting fit for the season.The day Santa comes to town is always special, but this year, the Recreation Department — led by Carolyn ...
PARAMUS, NJ — The Paramus Public Library is having a jewelry and handbag sale fundraiser this weekend, offering shoppers gently-used luxury at an affordable cost. On Saturday, Dec. 6, the event will run until 5 p.m. On Sunday, Dec. 7, it will be held from 1-5 p.m.All proceeds directly benefit the ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Southern Regional High School (SRHS) Performing Arts department successfully ushered in the holiday season with a joyous and beautifully executed Middle School and High School Choir Holiday Concert on Thursday evening. The event played to a sold-out crowd, filling the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Centennial Park shined bright Friday night as families, friends, and neighbors bundled up for the 10th annual New Providence Community Tree Lighting, a beloved “Night of 1,000 Stars” that filled downtown with music, holiday cheer, and a strong sense of community.Despite the ...
CLINTON TOWNSHIP (ANNANDALE), NJ - Celebrate the season with festive music on the darkest day of the year! Hunterdon Symphony will be joined by soloists Amalia Crevani, soprano, and Anna Grace Roth, mezzo-soprano, for an afternoon of uplifting works by Chadwick, Leopold Mozart, Anderson, Kursar, ...
GREEN BROOK, NJ – The holiday season sparkled to life Friday, December 5th, as residents gathered at Arthur Lewis Park for the much-anticipated Annual Holiday Tree Lighting, hosted by Green Brook Recreation. As the sun set, a palpable sense of excitement filled the air, signaling the beginning ...
GREEN BROOK, NJ – The holiday season sparkled to life Friday, December 5th, as residents gathered at Arthur Lewis Park for the much-anticipated Annual Holiday Tree Lighting, hosted by Green Brook Recreation. As the sun set, a palpable sense of excitement filled the air, signaling the beginning ...
POMPANO BEACH, FL — A festive crowd packed downtown Pompano Beach on Friday night for the city’s annual holiday tree-lighting celebration on the lawn at Atlantic Boulevard and Dixie Highway. The event also doubled as the city's monthly Old Town Untapped block party - a combination that drew an ...
Lopatcong, NJ — The Lopatcong Middle School (LMS) Drama Club stepped up to High School status with its production of Disney's High School Musical Jr. Students across the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades brought the story of basketball star Troy and brainy newcomer Gabriella to life, proving that sometimes, ...
EDISON, NJ - Join local author Mary Ann McGuigan as she chats about the challenges, surprises, and rewards that come along with building a literary career later in life at an upcoming book talk taking place at the Edison Public Library. McGuigan published her first novel at the age of 45 and during ...
VERONA, NJ - Santa Claus is coming to Verona Township. The Verona Fire and Rescue Departments, along with Santa Claus, will be riding a fire truck around town, handing out candy canes and dog treats starting at 10 a.m. on Sunday, December 14. The Verona Fire and Rescue Departments will also be ...
BUTLER, NJ - On Saturday, December 6, employee volunteers from Student Transportation of America’s (STA) terminal in Butler will be participating in the Borough of Butler's Annual Park Lighting, organized by the Butler Fire Dept.Beginning around 6:00 p.m., the vehicles – which include fire trucks, ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Elves are back in downtown Red Bank! Spot them at your favorite downtown Red Bank businesses and enter to win prizes! You’ll be able to stroll our charming downtown and arts and antiques district and visit participating shops to spot the Red Bank Elf.“The Red Bank Elf Scavenger ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Tickets are on sale now for December's “Winter Harmonies: A Holiday Concert for Hope,” benefitting Nutley Family Service Bureau. The evening will be a festive and inspiring evening of live music featuring The Sebek Tenors, Christian, Eric, and Zachary Sebek. The concert will take place ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ – The annual Mr. Spiffy High produced by Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School on Friday, Dec. 5, is part fashion show, part talent show, a lip-syncing showcase, and most importantly, a fundraiser to benefit a charitable cause. This year's beneficiary was Mallory's Army, which ...
CHATHAM, NJ – The chilly weather had Chatham residents heading straight to the hot chocolate being served up by the Chatham Historical Society as the crowd gathered for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and visit from Santa on Friday evening.Chatham Borough Mayor Carolyn Dempsey kicked off the ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Mayor Jeff Martin had just one question when he welcomed Santa Claus to the stage at Kuser Farm Park (390 Newkirk Ave.) on Friday.“Are all the boys and girls in Hamilton on the ‘nice’ list this year,” Martin inquired? The response, an emphatic “yes” from the man in the red suit, ...
NEWTON, NJ—The Town of Newton held their first Gingerbread House Contest on Saturday, November 29, with judging right after the Holiday Parade.The sponsor of the event, attorney Orlando R Rodriguez, decorated the inside of his building with Christmas scenes from “The Grinch”, "Santa Claus is Coming ...
RANDOLPH, NJ: Get ready for a delightful holiday mystery as “A Sherlock Carol” takes the stage at County College of Morris (CCM), presented by the Marielaine Mammon School of Music, Performing Arts, and Music Technologies. This entertaining production combines the enchanting stories of Charles ...