Arts & Entertainment
By BLAKE SMITH
May 14, 2026
SOUTH ORANGE VILLAGE — The Annual Columbia High School Art Show is back, featuring outstanding work from students in grades 9–12. This year’s theme, A Visual Feast, celebrates the bold ideas, imagination, and talent of our young artists.From painting and photography to sculpture, mixed media, and ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, N.J. — River City has arrived in Berkeley Heights, and it brought the whole town with it.Columbia Middle School opens its production of Meredith Willson's "The Music Man Jr." Thursday at 7 p.m., and if the dress rehearsal is any indication, audiences are in for a thoroughly ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Students of the Ridgewood High School New Players Company are about to take the stage for their latest performance.Starting today is Macbeth, written by William Shakespeare and directed by Morgan Knight.“Featuring an extraordinary cast of student actors, haunting spectacle, and ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ -—State Theatre New Jersey presents Jersey Talent on Saturday, May 16 at 7 p.m. featuring a 17-tyear-old contestant from Hillsborough.Piotr Kowalczyk fis singer/actor is hoping to continue his journey in musical theatre. Past credits include Sailor Quartet (Anything Goes), Pippin ...
Princeton, NJ – The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) wound up a vibrant, innovative concert season on May 10 with the spectacularly talented performance of Serbian cellist Maja Bogdanovic, who played Camille Saint-Saens "Cello Concerto No 1 in A minor, Op 33." The concert was held in Richardson ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School students presented “Shrek the Musical, Jr.," May 8.Performing were Holden Fechter, Biel Rosales, Nathan Weinstein, Alexis Houston, Isabel Rita, Sophia Jabamani, Elyse Bosley, Ira Singh, Julia Grzeczkowicz, Mackenzie Csontos, Whitney Guelich, ...
June 2026 Events — New Providence Memorial Library, 377 Elkwood Ave. (908) 665-0311Teen Volunteer Sign Up June 1–18 Summer Reading starts June 18 and we need teens for 2-hour shifts. SignUp Genius goes live June 1. Slots fill up fast! Knit Night/ Stay & Crochet June 1 & 18 from 7:00 to 8:30 ...
Millburn, NJ – May 13, 2026 – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director) welcomed supporters, artists, and community leaders to its 2026 Annual Gala, A Vision for the Future, on Friday, May 8, at the Hilton Short Hills, raising over $1.3 ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Morristown Festival of Books is inviting New Jersey high school students to showcase their creativity in its 2026 Teen Writing Contest, held as part of the festival’s 13th anniversary celebration.The annual contest encourages future writers to submit original work in one of ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Morristown Festival of Books is inviting New Jersey high school students to showcase their creativity in its 2026 Teen Writing Contest, held as part of the festival’s 13th anniversary celebration.The annual contest encourages future writers to submit original work in one of ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Betsy Ross will pay a visit to the Doylestown branch of the Bucks County Free Library on Sunday afternoon.From 2-3 p.m. on May 17, 2026, longtime teacher Alisa Dupuy will portray Betsy Ross as she talks about her life as an upholsterer, flag maker and patriot in the bustling port ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Middlesex County will host its annual “Celebrate Middlesex County” event on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Roosevelt Park.The free, family-friendly event invites residents from across the county to explore the many programs, services, and departments that ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The second show in the Concerts at the Commons series takes place at Broad Commons Park with a Philadelphia-based brass band headlining and a full lineup of food trucks and drink options.The headliner for the free show on May 14, 2026, will be Snacktime, a Philadelphia-based brass ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ — A free community health event is coming to Hawthorne!The Health and Wellness Fair, hosted by the Valley Health System, aims to help people feel their best.The program will offer free health screenings, including:Lipids and glucose testingBlood pressure checkHeart health assessmentIt ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — A New Jersey author will be in Bordentown City this weekend for a book signing for her first novel.The Old Book Shop of Bordentown will be hosting Olivia Martel, who will be signing copies of her popular book How to Fly on Saturday, May 16 from 12PM to 4PM. The visit will take ...
PARAMUS, NJ — The Paramus Recreation Department has curated several athletic camps for kids in grades 1-8.Participants will receive specialized coaching by JetSette Speed Training to develop running, jumping and throwing skills, such as:SprintsDistance runningLong jumpShot PutDiscusJavelinRunning ...
Millburn, NJ (May 11, 2026) – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), proudly announces the nominations for adjudicated production categories of the 31st Annual Rising Star Awards for Excellence in New Jersey High School Musical ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Summer movie nights in Hackensack are returning this August!The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) has announced its annual Movies Under the Stars schedule:August 6: Space JamAugust 13: Insight Out 2August 20: Remember the TitansAugust 27: RockyThe program will begin at ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — One of the oldest buildings in Livingston, built in 1853 and located at the corner of W. Mt. Pleasant Avenue and North Livingston Avenue, will become community property after the Livingston Township Council unanimously and enthusiastically approved the purchase of the historic ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Springfield Avenue is getting a takeover — and everyone is invited.The annual Berkeley Heights Summer Block Party returns Sunday, June 7, from noon to 4 p.m., filling Springfield Avenue with local businesses, community organizations, food vendors, rides, entertainment and ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — Springfield Avenue is getting a takeover — and everyone is invited.The annual Berkeley Heights Summer Block Party returns Sunday, June 7, from noon to 4 p.m., filling Springfield Avenue with local businesses, community organizations, food vendors, rides, entertainment and ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The East Windsor Regional School District proudly announced recently that 18 students from Hightstown High School have been chosen to participate in the 2026 Mercer County Teen Arts Festival. As selected participants, the students will each have a piece of their work displayed as ...
HAMILTON, NJ - “Fresh finds and food trucks” will be part of the Hamilton Township Public Library’s annual Spring Flea Market on Sunday, May 17.The market will also offer visitors the chance to discover hidden gems, unique treasures, and great deals while supporting the local community.Shoppers can ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ — The township’s Arts Advisory Committee is collecting community feedback to help shape the future of arts and culture in Montclair, starting with a social meet-and-greet on Thursday, May 28 at Sankofa Cafe.The free public gathering is open to artists, arts organizations, creative ...
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, NJ - Get ready to sing along as the Hasbrouck Heights High School Theater Department will present the musical “Mamma Mia!” at Kiefer Auditorium this week.The musical will be presented on Thursday, May 14, and Friday, May 15 at 7 p.m. There is a matinée on Saturday, May 16 at 3 ...
LEBANON BOROUGH, NJ – Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has announced the winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for New Jersey’s Seventh Congressional District. This year’s competition theme was “Celebrating America’s 250 Years.”First place has been awarded to Kaylie Gao of Warren, New ...
LEBANON BOROUGH, NJ – Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (NJ-07) has announced the winners of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for New Jersey’s Seventh Congressional District. This year’s competition theme was “Celebrating America’s 250 Years.”First place has been awarded to Kaylie Gao of Warren, New ...
NEWTON, NJ—The Town of Newton pool is offering swim lessons during their Summer 2026 program, which is designed to serve swimmers of all ages and skill levels.“At the Town of Newton Pool, swim lessons are about more than learning strokes. They’re about building confidence, safety, and a love for ...
Jazz music will fill the CHS auditorium Wednesday evening as student musicians from across the district come together for the annual CHS Jazz Concert on May 13 at 7 p.m.Admission is free, and no tickets are required. Audiences can show up to enjoy performances from the Chatham Middle School ...
Millburn, NJ (May 11, 2026) – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), proudly announces the nominations for adjudicated production categories of the 31st Annual Rising Star Awards for Excellence in New Jersey High School Musical ...