Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By TAPINTO EAST ORANGE/ORANGE STAFF
December 1, 2025
EAST ORANGE, NJ - The City of East Orange’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Event has been rescheduled to Wednesday due to inclement weather on Tuesday. The 2025 rendition will take place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at City Hall. Several family activities will be available, including holiday music, photos ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ — Nine senior boys will compete for the coveted title of Mr. Spiffy High at Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School on Friday, Dec. 5, at 7 p.m.This event is part of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood DECA program and their Community Giving Project. All proceeds from the event goes to ...
PARAMUS — The Paramus High School Drama Club is set to debut its spring production, Noses Off, this Friday and Saturday in the PHS Auditorium, offering audiences a fast-paced comedy packed with onstage and backstage turmoil.A playful spoof of the Broadway classic Noises Off, the student production ...
RAHWAY, NJ — On Thursday, December 4, beginning at 7 p.m., the Rahway High School (RHS) Performing Arts program will hold its Winter Dance Showcase and Choir Concert.Support RHS's fantastic performing arts students this Thursday!The concert will take place at RHS Center for the Performing Arts, ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Charles Japheth Ello of Rahway, a member of the Rahway High School Class of 2026, has been awarded the 2026 New Jersey Governor's Award in Arts Education for Music. This prestigious honor recognizes his exceptional artistic achievements and underscores the value of arts education ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Excitement is building for the Tree Lighting, hosted by the Glen Rock Tree Lighting Committee, on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025. Here is the schedule for Saturday: 4:30 pm - Music by Sal & Stephanie @ Glen Rock Borough HallHot Chocolate (generously provided by Catalano Coffee Company) ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — Sara Polo is making beautiful music at Elefante Music and School for the Performing Arts, where she studies cello under the guidance of her teacher, Jeff. Despite having no prior musical background, Sara has quickly mastered the cello and impressed both her teachers and ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Dec.1 - Dec. 5.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, December 1:BINGO FOR CHILDREN (6:30pm - 7:00pm)Ages: 3 & up________________________________________________Tuesday, December 2: BOOGIE WOOGIE ...
Pioneer Production is excited to announce a special, limited-engagement run of Heidi Schreck's "What the Constitution Means to Me," coming to Morristown in early 2026. The play will run for five performances only, on January 31, February 1, 6, 7, and 8, 2026, at the Stage at Fellowship Hall, ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The New Jersey Festival Orchestra will once again kick off the holiday season this weekend with its signature blend of outstanding voices and holiday favorites during its “Return of the Holiday Tenors” concert.The performance will feature tenors John Kun Park, Luke Norvell and ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Public Library will receive a $5,875 grant from Middlesex County to commemorate the upcoming 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The county announced a total of $164,400 in special grants for 30 municipal entities and nonprofit organizations for the upcoming ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Daffodil Valley Homestead will host a “Winter Wonder Farm” experience every weekend in December, offering families a festive outdoor holiday event featuring lights, animals, treats and visits with Santa.The event runs Dec. 5 through Dec. 28, with timeslots available Fridays, ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Daffodil Valley Homestead will host a “Winter Wonder Farm” experience every weekend in December, offering families a festive outdoor holiday event featuring lights, animals, treats and visits with Santa.The event runs Dec. 5 through Dec. 28, with timeslots available Fridays, ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — The Recreation Center is seeking participants for its upcoming series of Karate lessons. Led by MMA instructor Tom Torpey, boys and girls ages 6–12 are invited to learn all about Shotokan Karate. More information:Dates: Fridays, Jan. 16 to Feb. 13, 2026Time: 5-5:45 p.m.Location: ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Montclair's Clary Anderson Arena reopened Friday with a ribbon cutting ceremony, attended by local leaders and members of the community.A new operator, Sports Facilities Management LLC, took over this past summer. A number of repairs followed, including installing a temporary ...
Linden, NJ - This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary for December 1st-6thMon, 12/1 - Children's Holiday Craft @ 4 PM*Mon, 12/1 - Holiday Slime Teen Program @ 4 PM*Tues, 12/2 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 12/2 - Movie: The Rose @ 1 PMTues, 12/2 - Movie: Isn't It Romantic @ 7 PMWed, 12/3 - Project Healthy ...
UNION, NJ — History enthusiasts and community members are invited to join the Township of Union for a special celebration of the United States’ 250th Anniversary.The Township will host a free premiere screening of the national television program “Travels with Darley: Union County Revolutionary Road ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Volunteer Fire Department (companies 1 and 3) is selling Christmas trees daily at the Municipal Pool Lot, corner of Wagaraw Road and May Street.Hours: Monday-Friday, 5-9 p.m.; Sunday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Glen Rock Pops Orchestra invites all to a 50th Anniversary celebration performance of ‘Tis the Season on Sunday, December 14 at 3 p.m. in the Auditorium of Glen Rock High School, 600 Harristown Road. Donations at the door are appreciated.Join us for a program that features the ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Boca Raton is getting ready for one last centennial celebration — and it’s arriving in full sparkle.On Wednesday, Dec. 3, the city will cap its 100th anniversary year with the 53rd Annual Holiday Street Parade, transforming Federal Highway into a glowing corridor of lights and ...
SHIP BOTTOM - Get ready to jingle all the way! The Borough of Ship Bottom is proud to announce the return of its beloved 46th Annual Christmas Parade, an event that will pay special tribute to a landmark anniversary with the theme "A Century of Christmas Memories."This year’s parade is part of the ...
SHIP BOTTOM - Get ready to jingle all the way! The Borough of Ship Bottom is proud to announce the return of its beloved 46th Annual Christmas Parade, an event that will pay special tribute to a landmark anniversary with the theme "A Century of Christmas Memories."This year’s parade is part of the ...
WARETOWN, NJ – The Township of Ocean Recreation Department has announced an exciting one-day bus trip to the renowned Philadelphia Flower Show on Friday, March 6, 2026. This year's show, themed "Origins of Gardening," promises an especially vibrant and historically rich experience as it celebrates ...
PARKLAND, FL- The City of Parkland is filled with families looking for opportunities for their children to grow in all areas of life, including the arts. For over a decade, Parkland International Music and Arts School has been helping children and youth in the Parkland area reach their full ...
UNION, NJ - Townley Presbyterian Church and the Salem Roadhouse Cafe are hosting Sounds of the Season, a free holiday concert on Saturday, Dec. 6.The event will feature live holiday music, traditional piano/organ duets, audience sing along and more. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. Townley ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The nationally-acclaimed Sharpe Family Singers will join hundreds of residents and visitors for the annual Holiday Jubilee Festival and tree lighting ceremony on Division Street Friday, Dec. 5, with the crowd expected to build a few hours prior to their performance at 6:30 ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The nationally-acclaimed Sharpe Family Singers will join hundreds of residents and visitors for the annual Holiday Jubilee Festival and tree lighting ceremony on Division Street Friday, Dec. 5, with the crowd expected to build a few hours prior to their performance at 6:30 ...
ROXBURY, NJ - The Christmas Season at the Museums at Drakesville opens on Friday, Dec. 5, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.This special Friday opening gives visitors an extra chance to tour the Victorian-style King Homestead and the adjacent King Store, museums operated by the Roxbury Historic Trust and also ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The holiday season in New Providence continues with sparkle and song Friday, Dec. 5, as the community gathers for the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, A Night of 1,000 Stars.The celebration begins at 7 p.m. in Centennial Park, where residents of all ages can enjoy live music, ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The township will host several holiday celebrations this week. All of these events are open to the public.Pancakes with SantaSaturday, December 6, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Pioneer Grange #1, located at 410 Ridge Road. $5 per individual / $10 per family. Enjoy pancakes, ...