Arts & Entertainment
By MEAGAN KANE
December 7, 2025
HACKENSACK, NJ — For the second time, the Hackensack Performing Arts Center will host a sensory-friendly performance of a beloved annual holiday show. The special performance, Thursday, Dec. 11, from 7:30-9 p.m., will serve as an inclusive and comfortable environment for those with sensory ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - On Saturday, the borough officially welcomed in the holiday season with its annual tree lighting sponsored by the Spotswood Recreation Department. As always, the family-friendly, community-wide event was well-attended. The weather cooperated with relatively clear skies and chilly ...
WATCHUNG, NJ -- The weather wasn’t frightful but the sight was still delightful as the 35th Annual Tree of Lights lit up the Village Green on Saturday, Dec. 6.The annual Tree of Lights ceremony originally took place every year on Dec. 7 in honor of Pearl Harbor Day and in recognition of all those ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Berkeley Heights’ annual Winter Walk once again transformed Springfield Avenue into a sparkling holiday celebration on Saturday as thousands of community members came out to ring in the season and support local businesses, friends, and family.What began in 2015 as a new ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Coming to The Green on Dec. 8 is Hackensack's Annual Tree Lighting Celebration.The evening will bring performances by:Traditional Victorian CarolersThe cast of ‘The Christmas Caper’The Hackensack High School ChoirAs the cherry on top, Santa Claus will make a special ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — The New Jersey Festival Orchestra kicked off the holiday season in style Saturday night with “Return of the Holiday Tenors” at the Presbyterian Church in Westfield.The Westfield-based professional orchestra was joined by acclaimed tenors John Kun Park, Luke Norvell and Michael ...
EDISON, NJ - The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, located at 1775 Oak Tree Road, will have its annual Lighting the Menorah ceremony on Tuesday, December 16, at 7:00 PM. The JCCMC and Edison Township are sponsoring this event.The ceremony is free and open to the public. Participants will ...
Somerset, NJ — The Raritan Valley Symphonic Band will present its annual winter concert, Holiday Season in Somerset, on Sunday, Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. at Franklin High School, 500 Elizabeth Avenue. Admission is free.Under the direction of Music Director William Berz, the program will feature a mix of ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Hoboken High School students stepped into the world of hallway cliques, sharp one-liners, and bright pink wardrobes as the district’s theatre department staged the Broadway musical Mean Girls last month, delivering one of its most ambitious and high-impact productions in recent ...
PARAMUS, NJ — December will bring a handful of events catered to Paramus adults.The Paramus Public Library will host Cookbook Club—Holiday Cookies on Dec. 15.Monday, Dec. 15: Cookbook Club—Holiday Cookies (1:30-2:30 p.m.)Description: “Attendees pick recipes to make at home and share with each ...
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, ...