Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By DANIELLE DUFNER
November 20, 2025
NEWTON, NJ—The Town of Newton will start their holiday season with their annual Christmas Tree Lighting event on Friday, December 5, beginning at 5 p.m., rain or shine.Town Manager, Thomas S. Russo Jr. will be in attendance along with Mayor Helen LeFois and some of the members of the town council, ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — The curtains are now open on the Livingston High School (LHS) theater club’s fall drama, William Shakespeare's “Macbeth” and will continue through the weekend with performances to be held on Friday, Nov. 21 through Saturday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. each night with a matinée offered on ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ -Manahawkin-based local businessman and long-time Joey’s Pizza owner, Joe Rulli, is bringing the amazing life and tragic, unsolved disappearance of his father, famous fighter Joey "Lupo" Rulli, to the screen. After years of meticulous research, Joe Rulli—with the strong ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ -Manahawkin-based local businessman and long-time Joey’s Pizza owner, Joe Rulli, is bringing the amazing life and tragic, unsolved disappearance of his father, famous fighter Joey "Lupo" Rulli, to the screen. After years of meticulous research, Joe Rulli—with the strong ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - The Friends of Lake Hiawatha, in partnership with Mayor James Barberio, will host Winterfest 2025 on Friday, December 5, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The annual community celebration will take place at the gazebo on North Beverwyck Road and promises an evening filled with festive fun ...
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ – The Black Inventors Hall of Fame (BIHOF) Museum announced that it received a $500,000 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The funding will be used to curate its flagship exhibit: the Charles Frederick Page Immersive Experience Airship (dirigible).The ...
Princeton, NJ –If you are out and about in downtown Princeton this holiday season, you are likely to run into the Princeton High School Choir. Members of that choral group will be on hand for the Palmer Square tree lighting ceremony on Friday, November 28. The PHS Choir will be on stage at ...
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 ...
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 ...
Congratulations to the cast of HARVEY! Thank you to the numerous performers who came out to audition last week! Your dedication and interest in HARVEY was/is immeasurable. Nutley Little Theatre presents HARVEY, written by Mary Chase and directed by Mead Winters. Acceptance, understanding, and ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The stage is set! The Struggle -- Radcliffe Fundraiser: The Struggle returns to The Oakley, and for a good cause. Come out and support a local elementary school, Radcliffe. And get your ROCK ON! - Friday November 21 all to benefit the Class of 2026 5th and 6th Grade.
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — One of Bordentown City's beloved holiday traditions is set to return this weekend.The “Little Train Show with a Lot of Charm” will be displayed at Old City Hall, located at 13 Crosswicks Street, on November 22, November 23, November 28 and November 29 from 2PM to 8PM, and ...
SPARTA, NJ - What is “Puffs”? Director Alison Sussman explained, “In this hilarious parody of a familiar story, three potential heroes are just trying to make it through a magic school that proves to be very dangerous for children. Alongside them are the Puffs, a group of well-meaning, loyal ...
COCONUT CREEK — It’s time for Coconut Creek residents to put on their dancing shoes and take a step back to the disco days as the city gets ready for a night of music and movement in its city hall courtyard.The event, called Disco in December, will be held on Dec. 5 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 4800 ...
PRINCETON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy are inviting New Jersey residents to attend The Holidays at Drumthwacket, continuing the tradition of open house tours at the Governor’s official residence in Princeton.This year’s theme is America’s 250th Anniversary, according to a news ...
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Get ready to kick off the holiday season at the upcoming Holiday Craft Fair on December 6th, from 11 AM to 3 PM at North Plainfield High School, located at 24 Wilson Ave. This family-friendly event will feature an impressive lineup of local artisans and vendors, including ...
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 ...
BERNARDSVILLE, NJ - August Boutique is thrilled to announce a two-day Holiday Styling Party featuring legendary Hollywood costume designer Mona May, best known for her iconic work on the film Clueless. This special event offers a rare chance to meet Mona May in person and have her craft your ...
SOMERSET, NJ — Looking for something to do close to home this weekend and beyond? From holiday shopping and live jazz to family theater and stargazing, there’s plenty happening in and around Franklin.Trivia Night at Iron Peak (Nov. 21, 7 p.m.)Iron Peak Sports & Events will host 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. It premiered Nov. 9.Tatiana Kovalenko, a two-time champion on Cooking Channel and Food Network programs, is one of 14 ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - 2026 will be a year of celebration for America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the 60th anniversary of the New Providence Historical Society. To honor both celebrations the society has created its own replica Liberty Tree on the grounds ...
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 ...
Brazil is where Rutgers University-Newark artist Leonardo Silva Serra De Paula says he feels pure joy. Leaving behind everything he knew has been a struggle for him, so he thinks of home as he paints. The blue oil paint in his work takes him back to his childhood in Niterói, a coastal city that ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Santa Claus will spend a lot of time in Woodbridge this holiday season, much to the delight of children of all ages.Santa arrives at Woodbridge Center to kick off the holiday shopping season at 6:30 pm tonight. The “Jolly Old Elf” officially comes to town at Woodbridge's 5th annual ...
RARITAN, NJ — The Raritan Historic and Cultural Committee unveiled a new mural at the corner of Somerset and Wall streets in October. The mural was created by local artist Jen Guarino, and captures a vivid scene from Raritan’s history. The mural was painted on the side of the Mangia Buono caterers ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Thousands of orchids in every shape, color, and variety will take over Coral Springs' Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital next month as Orchidfest 2025 returns for a two-day celebration of plants, wildlife, and hands-on nature activities.The annual event at 3000 ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Ridgewood Public Library (RPL) now offers Creativebug, an online database with thousands of award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. RPL cardholders can sign in to the database using their library card and pin numbers and access ...
November Get ready! The most magical day is a little more than a week away! On Friday, November 28, the day after Thanksgiving, visit downtown Red Bank for the annual...TOWNLIGHTING FEATURING HOLIDAY EXPRESSWe're excited to once again team with Holiday Express for the annual TownLighting in ...
Pictured in the second image is Allison Griffith, the director of this year’s show. HOLMDEL, NJ: Indian Hill Elementary School just wrapped a production of Peter Pan, which took place on November 14 and 15, featuring a musical adaptation of the classic story that was well-received by the community.