Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By ROD HIRSCH
November 22, 2025
SOMERVILLE, NJ - A record number of runners have signed up in advance for The 10th Annual Somerville Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning.Jason, Kraska, race director, said 1.433 runners pre-registered online. With good weather in the forecast for Thanksgiving, he expects even more runners will sign up ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - A record number of runners have signed up in advance for The 10th Annual Somerville Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning.Jason, Kraska, race director, said 1.433 runners pre-registered online. With good weather in the forecast for Thanksgiving, he expects even more runners will sign up ...
ROSELAND, NJ – The Great Gingerbread Man Hunt is underway in Roseland.Here’s how to play:12 Gingerbread Men are hiding in 12 local businesses and offices throughout Roseland.Visit around town and see if you can spot them.When you find a Gingerbread Man, take a photo with him.Email all of your ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Santa Paws will be stopping by the Glen Rock Dog Park on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon for his traditional visit. Free photo ops available for dogs and their humans!
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Jonas Brothers, Olympic Gold Medalist Sydney McLaughlin, and NJ Devils Legend Martin Brodeur were among the Garden State legends inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) at the 17th annual induction ceremony hosted by Danny DeVito on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025.The ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Sayreville's own Dorothea Bongiovi, the founder and program director of JBJ Soul Kitchen, was among the Garden State legends inducted into The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) at the 17th annual induction ceremony hosted by Danny DeVito on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025.The ceremony, ...
VERONA, NJ - The Township of Verona will be holding its annual Hanukkah celebration on December 16 at the Verona Community Center. The celebration is slated to take place at 6 p.m. The Township invites residents to a festive gathering filled with music, fun activities, delicious fried treats, and a ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — A Hackensack resident is taking her talents back to national television as she competes on Food Network’s newest holiday series. Sweet Empire: Winter Wars premiered Nov. 9.Tatiana Kovalenko, a two-time champion on Cooking Channel and Food Network programs, is one of 14 ...
UNION, NJ – A new photography exhibit opened Thursday evening at the Union Art Gallery, curated by Les Malamut.The exhibit, “Photography: Capturing Visual Epiphany,” features the work of nine local photographers:Barbara WirkusJoel SimpsonMaria PepeJoel EstradaMaria Savidis MarkatosGiftus ...
CHATHAM, NJ – More than 65 unique vendors/crafters will be gathering at the Chatham Middle School for the Holiday Market Arts and Craft Fair set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29.Admission is free. The market will also include a chance to get a photo taken with Santa from 1 to 3 p.m.In ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — Stafford Township Recreation is inviting the community to usher in the festive season with its annual Holiday Wonderland & Christmas Market. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Heritage Park in Manahawkin.The ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Berkeley Heights is set to shine bright this holiday season with a full lineup of festive community events that bring neighbors together and celebrate the spirit of the season. Click here for details. The celebration begins on Saturday, December 6 with the annual Free Santa ...
PLAINFIELD, NJ — When people suggest that Plainfield Film Liaison Earle Holder is bringing movies and series to Plainfield, he is quick to correct them.“People sometimes say I'm bringing them, but no—they are coming,” said the Plainfield native. “I'm the conduit to guide them to what they want, but ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The Somerset Valley Players will present their adaptation of “The 24 Days Before Christmas” by Madeleine L'Engle at the Somerset Valley Playhouse with Opening Night Dec. 5.Performances continue through Dec. 21.There is a Dec. 4 preview for seniors only; curtain goes up at 8 p.m.
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From live theater and planetarium shows to farmers markets, concerts, and holiday food drives, there’s no shortage of ways to stay busy in and around our area this weekend. Whether you’re looking to support local families in need, catch a student performance of Little Women or ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From live theater and planetarium shows to farmers markets, concerts, and holiday food drives, there’s no shortage of ways to stay busy in and around our area this weekend. Whether you’re looking to support local families in need, catch a student performance of Little Women or ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From live theater and planetarium shows to farmers markets, concerts, and holiday food drives, there’s no shortage of ways to stay busy in and around our area this weekend. Whether you’re looking to support local families in need, catch a student performance of Little Women or ...
WARRINGTON, PA—The Shops at CB South will return to the Warrington high school on Sunday, Nov. 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with 100-plus artists and makers.Handcrafted items for sale will include food items, artwork, pet supplies, clothing, jewelry and more. Live music will be on a stage from 11 ...
CLARK, NJ — Arthur L. Johnson (ALJ) High School's fall production of Henrik Ibsen’s play A Doll’s House is still running one more time, tonight, Friday, November 21, in the school auditorium. This classic play first premiered in 1879 and turned the theatrical world on its ear with its modern take ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - A record number of runners have signed up in advance for The 10th Annual Somerville Turkey Trot Thanksgiving morning.Jason, Kraska, race director, said 1.433 runners pre-registered online. With good weather in the forecast for Thanksgiving, he expects even more runners will sign up ...
NUTLEY, NJ - We haven't even defrosted the Thanksgiving turkey yet, but Nutley is hard at working getting ready for the holiday season kick-off.Township workers were spotted earlier this week installing the tree for the annual tree lighting celebration in December. Workers also strung lights on the ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From live theater and planetarium shows to farmers markets, concerts, and holiday food drives, there’s no shortage of ways to stay busy in and around our area this weekend. Whether you’re looking to support local families in need, catch a student performance of Little Women or ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The curtain is about to rise on the glamour and grit of aspiring actresses as the Phillipsburg High School Theatre Company (PHSTC) prepares to premiere its production of Stage Door. Written by the legendary duo Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman, this dramatic masterpiece ...
UNION, NJ - “Home Alone” is this year's Holiday Movie Matinee, hosted by the Union Police Department.Residents are invited to watch the movie on Saturday, Dec. 6. Door open at 9 a.m. The movie begins at 10. A new, unwrapped toy valued at $5 or more is required per person for entry. The movie ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Two Coral Glades High School graduates have been tapped to kick off Coral Springs’ new public art pilot program, which will transform retired fire hydrants into colorful student-designed installations across the city.City officials confirmed this week that Olivia Conroy and Nyla ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Mayor Christopher DiPiazza and the Paramus Council have announced this year’s Jingle Ball Bash and Tree Lighting. To be held at Petruska Park, the afternoon will be packed with family fun, including:Meeting SantaMusicAttractionsFoodHoliday craftsHot CocoaTreatsLive performancesThe ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Mayor Christopher DiPiazza and the Paramus Council have announced this year’s Jingle Ball Bash and Tree Lighting. To be held at Petruska Park, the afternoon will be packed with family fun, including:Meeting SantaMusicAttractionsFoodHoliday craftsHot CocoaTreatsLive performancesThe ...
ELIZABETH, NJ - Elizabeth Avenue Partnership announced the return of its annual tree lighting ceremony, set to take place on December 2 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Union Square Plaza. Holiday vendors will be in attendance, providing hot chocolate and other refreshments. Performances by the Halloran ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - The Borough of Roselle Park’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Winter Market is making its 2025 return. The event will take place on December 5 and December 6 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Michael Mauri Gazebo Park and feature live performances, activities, and craft and food ...
Princeton, NJ — Looking for a mental stress escape as well as a way to get in shape for holiday shopping and Thanksgiving dinner? Perhaps, as the Bee Gees once reminded us, you should be dancing. There’s lots of dancing around town to enjoy this weekend, starting with the Lewis Center for the Arts’ ...