Arts & Entertainment Top Stories
By GRACE MCCULLUM
November 14, 2025
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Looking for weekend plans? Morris County is buzzing with activity as communities gear up for the holidays. From festive markets and local theater to concerts, book sales, and family-friendly events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy from Friday through Sunday.FRIDAY ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — Taking on their most intriguing roles yet, three familiar faces from Montclair’s community theater scene — Barry Roy, Ryan Ruhl, and Atilla Toy — step into a world of intrigue and deception in Kismet Performing Arts Theatre’s vibrant new production of Agatha Christie’s And Then ...
CLARK, NJ — Opa! Mr. Fredy Reyes and Ms. Jennifer Welch have announced an international trip for Clark high school students. In the Spring of 2027, travelers will embark on a whirlwind trip to Greece and a cruise to the Greek Islands. An informational meeting will take place on December 10 at Clark ...
Princeton, NJ – Mel Leipzig, nationally recognized but deeply connected to his neighbors and fellow artists in Trenton and central New Jersey, died November 1 at the age of 90. Leipzig has also been remembered by a former neighbor of the artist and an arts journalist, Eric Schultz. He posted an ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – A new bronze sculpture is officially coming to Pride Promoters Park in 2026 in Coral Springs, and the city wants the community’s help in naming the animals that make up the sculpture.The city will install Wild Connections, a bronze artwork by internationally renowned artists ...
🍻 Who's coming down for Mike Rocket Happy Hour? Mike is back to help you enjoy Happy Hour (the beer, wine and food specials help too)! - Friday November 14th
NUTLEY, NJ - Everyone at the Nutley Public Library is super excited about the new Dog Man book “Big Jim Believes.”Stop by the Children's Room for free Dog Man swag, Dog Man books and more! ( While supplies last.)
MONTCLAIR, NJ — “Our crew was sitting around talking and said that our production feels so much like a documentary that we could be on 60 Minutes tomorrow,” recalled former longtime Montclair resident Nancy Burke during a recent rehearsal for a musical stage adaptation of her debut novel. As a ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Public Library hosted its annual Handmade Arts & Crafts Fair on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The event was organized by the Friends of the East Brunswick Public Library. The fair served as a community marketplace where local ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The actors from Hightstown High School Drama are getting ready to hit the stage in their performance of the iconic play that provides mystery, madness, and murder on Clue: High School Edition. The group's fall play takes place when six guests arrive for a dinner party a dark and ...
TAP PLAY BUTTON ON IMAGE BELOW TO SEE QUICK HIGHLIGHTS OF EVENT: MIDDLETOWN, NJ: The Pocketbook Bingo Fundraiser at The Middletown Arts Center (affectionately called “the MAC”) was a wildly, popular, spooktacular, sold-out success! The event was held in October, and was chaired by Terri Vilardi, ...
Princeton, NJ — Christmas decorations and merchandising are already popping up in store windows and on shelves - the Grinch Who Stole Christmas could be a Halloween costume nowadays. But we too are drawn into the holiday spirit and we will begin our weekend events update with two great shopping ...
PATERSON, NJ - For more than five decades, Paterson Animal Control Officer John DeCando has been rescuing animals and serving the community. Now, his extraordinary career is captured in 50 Years of Rescue, a memoir by DeCando, crafted in collaboration with TAPinto Paterson reporter Gabriella ...
PATERSON, NJ - For more than five decades, Paterson Animal Control Officer John DeCando has been rescuing animals and serving the community. Now, his extraordinary career is captured in 50 Years of Rescue, a memoir by DeCando, crafted in collaboration with TAPinto Paterson reporter Gabriella ...
PATERSON, NJ - For more than five decades, Paterson Animal Control Officer John DeCando has been rescuing animals and serving the community. Now, his extraordinary career is captured in 50 Years of Rescue, a memoir by DeCando, crafted in collaboration with TAPinto Paterson reporter Gabriella ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Looking for weekend plans? Morris County is buzzing with activity as communities gear up for the holidays. From festive markets and local theater to concerts, book sales, and family-friendly events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy from Friday through Sunday.FRIDAY ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Looking for weekend plans? Morris County is buzzing with activity as communities gear up for the holidays. From festive markets and local theater to concerts, book sales, and family-friendly events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy from Friday through Sunday.FRIDAY ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Practitioners of Musick ‘resolve’ the musical ‘bands which have connected’ Scotland and America, following John Wallace from Scottish Lowlands to Somerset County through Philadelphia in this Scots Musical Celebration of the Wallace House’s 250th Birthday.The performance on Nov.
OLEAN, NY — As Paul McCartney prepares to perform Friday night at KeyBank Center in Buffalo, excitement is echoing far beyond the city. Fans in the Olean area say the former Beatle’s music has had a positive impact on their lives and brought together generations.“It’s impossible for me to pick my ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — From lumberjack shows to handmade crafts, Coconut Creek will come alive this weekend with two community events that celebrate the season.The Promenade at Coconut Creek will host its two-day Arts and Crafts Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 15 and 16 at 4467 Lyons ...
PATERSON, NJ - For more than five decades, Paterson Animal Control Officer John DeCando has been rescuing animals and serving the community. Now, his extraordinary career is captured in 50 Years of Rescue, a memoir by DeCando, crafted in collaboration with TAPinto Paterson reporter Gabriella ...
BOCA RATON, FL — City of Boca Raton invites residents to show off their holiday spirit during the second annual Deck the House decorating contest, which celebrates creativity, color, and community cheer.The free contest is open to Boca Raton residents only and encourages participants to light up ...
POMPANO BEACH — Pompano Beach is gearing up for one of its biggest holiday traditions, the 40th annual “Yuletide on Atlantic” Christmas Parade, which rolls down East Atlantic Boulevard on Dec. 4.Yuletide on Atlantic!That means lots of lighted floats, marching bands and an appearance by Santa Claus ...
LEBANON TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Voorhees High School Theater Department will present its upcoming fall production of "Curtains: The Musical," at 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, Friday, November 14 and Saturday, November 15 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 16, in the Voorhees High School Auditorium at ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — The Montclair Community Band is tuning up for its annual fall concert.It will be held on November 16, starting at 3 p.m. in the Buzz Aldrin Middle School Auditorium.The event is free.Learn more about the band by clicking here.
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The stage is calling her name this holiday season.Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School seventh grader Izzy Rita is heading off-Broadway in the role of Tiny Tim in “A Christmas Carol” at PAC NYC.The Tony Award-winning production is Rita’s off-Broadway debut.“I am extremely proud of ...
EDISON, NJ – Lace up your skates and get ready to glide into winter fun! The Roosevelt Park Family Outdoor Skating Rink is officially opening for the 2025–2026 season, bringing back one of Middlesex County’s favorite cold-weather traditions.The rink is a fun setting for families, friends, and ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Senior Center will host its annual anniversary dinner on Thursday, Dec. 11, at 12 p.m. at Angelo's Steakhouse located at 104 North 10th Street.The cost for members is $28 and nonmembers is $55. This includes pasta, salad, entrée choice of chicken, fish or steak, ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Roselle Memorial Library invites residents to test their puzzle skills. Puzzle Mania is open to groups or individuals. The event will take place on November 14 at 3:30 p.m. How fast can you complete a puzzle? For more information or to register, click here.
LITTLE FALLS, NJ — International singer, songwriter, and musician Stella Crispo is taking her music in a new direction with the release of her latest dance track, “All of Me.”The former Little Falls resident, now based in Verona, said the new single marks a stylistic shift for her.“The song is ...