Arts & Entertainment
By PAT SHARKEY
November 30, 2025
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, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — ’Tis the season to shine! Nominate your favorite decorated home by December 12, 2025, and help us choose this year’s most spectacular holiday display. The Battle of the Bulbs, presented by the Berkeley Heights Business & Community (BHB&C), is calling on residents to ...
PATERSON, NJ - The InnerFaith Performing Arts Center (IPAC), a longtime cultural pillar in Paterson, will celebrate its Annual InnerFaith HONORS Brunch on Saturday, December 6 at 11 a.m. at the Mountainside Inn in Clifton, bringing together local leaders, artists, and community advocates to ...
PATERSON, NJ - The annual Christmas Parade of Lights and Tree Lighting Ceremony brought crowds of families, local leaders, and holiday enthusiasts to Market Street on Saturday as Paterson welcomed the start of the season with music, lights, and community pride.The city’s holiday celebration, hosted ...
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 ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – New Jersey was filled with pride this past weekend as Garden State heroes were honored at the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony. Hosted by Danny DeVito, the event took place on Friday, Nov. 21, at The Rink @ The Arena at American Dream and included ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week, according to Google Analytics.Kenilworth Police ArrestRetired Policemen and Firemen's Association Local 3 Make Significant Donation to ...
NUTLEY, NJ - Right around the corner: join your friends at the Oakley this Friday Dec. 5. Vince & Thaddeus -- Jazz duo - Vince and his bassist Thaddeus are back at The Oakley, picking away at a few jazz tunes. The fun starts at 7 p.m.
NORTH CALDWELL, NJ – The North Caldwell Fire Department will host the borough's tree lighting ceremony on Sunday, Dec. 7.The festivities will take place from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the municipal pool parking lot, with Santa Claus lighting the tree at 6 p.m.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – New Jersey was filled with pride this past weekend as Garden State heroes were honored at the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony. Hosted by Danny DeVito, the event took place on Friday, Nov. 21, at The Rink @ The Arena at American Dream and included ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – New Jersey was filled with pride this past weekend as Garden State heroes were honored at the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony. Hosted by Danny DeVito, the event took place on Friday, Nov. 21, at The Rink @ The Arena at American Dream and included ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ – Turtle Back Zoo (TBZ) announced a few days ago that their African Lioness, Makena, gave birth to two lion cubs on November 24.The zoo posted on social media, “As a first-time mom, the first days are extra critical and uncertain, so we are closely monitoring Makena and her cubs.
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ — The annual Christmas Walk once again filled downtown with holiday spirit Friday night, as families crowded along South Street to watch Santa Claus make his signature rooftop arrival and kick off the season in New Providence.Cheers erupted as Santa appeared on the roof of ...
SPARTA, NJ - On Saturday, December 6 Sparta residents are invited to the recreation department’s “Visit with Santa”. Santa will get a ride on a Sparta Fire Department truck to get to the pavilion at 1 p.m. where he will be available for photos until 3 p.m.Families will receive a free digital image ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Check out what’s happening this week at the Johnson Public Library!From homework help and crafts to story times, gaming, and art, there’s something for everyone:Mon, Dec 1• Homework Helper (K–6) – One-on-one help with a teen volunteer• Crafternoon (K–6) – Drop-in crafting fun, ...
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.
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Historical Society will hold their annual holiday celebration 'An Old-Fashioned Christmas' on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.Visitors will have an opportunity to meet and take photos with Santa from Victorian times, tour the c. 1880 home authentically ...
KENILWORH, NJ – The Kenilworth Santa Mailbox is now in front of Borough Hall located at 567 Boulevard. Santa is looking forward to hearing the Christmas wishes from all the children in the community. “Belle & Jingle can’t wait to see everyone again,” the Kenilworth Rec posted on their social ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Looking for fun, family-friendly things to do this holiday season? Stop by the Spotswood Public Library. There is a busy agenda coming up in December, including events filled with holiday cheer. On December 11 at 4 p.m., the library is hosting a Very Merry Holiday Storytime for kids ...
RED BANK, NJ: Electric energy filled Red Bank last night as the RiverCenter launched the holiday season. Blustery winds, cold temperatures couldn’t dampen the excitement, with crowds flocking downtown to enjoy vibrant performances that kept revelers engaged and spirits soaring.“The Red Bank Town ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Santa rode into town on a Doylestown fire truck on Friday night to light the borough’s Christmas tree in front of the Starbucks at the intersection of Main and State streets. The small-town charm of the event led at least one person to talk about a “whole lot of Hallmark,” referring ...