Arts & Entertainment
By STEVE LENOX
August 15, 2025
JERSEY CITY, NJ - The clouds that dumped rain on La Festa Italiana's opening night on Wednesday made room for huge crowds up and down 6th Street on Thursday.Some danced, a few drank, many ate, all had a great time, enjoying what Nick Grillo, Festival Chairman, previously proclaimed as “THE most ...
BOCA RATON, Fla. — Homegrown talent and philanthropy are joining hands in Boca Raton with the return of the annual "Boca's Got Talent" event. The show, which benefits the nonprofit Myla's Beleaf, will be held on Monday, August 18, at Crazy Uncle Mike's at 6450 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL.The ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The 50th annual New Jersey Folk Festival will be held at Davidson's Mill Pond Road in South Brunswick Township on Saturday, August 23, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This event is free and open to the public.“This annual event brings together performers, artists, communities, ...
OLEAN, NY — The city’s summer concert series will continue Thursday with a performance of jazz by LTM Trio.The concert will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in Lincoln Park at the corner of State and Union streets,The concert series will run through Sept. 11. The upcoming schedule is below:Aug. 23: Not ...
The Frosted Nug in Red Bank isn’t just any dispensary — it’s the kind of spot that makes sure every product on the shelf comes from people who truly care about the plant. New Jersey law requires all cannabis sold in dispensaries to be grown and processed in-state, and the team at The Frosted Nug ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - As summer was coming to an end, there are so many fun-filled events happening in and around town this weekend. What will you be doing this weekend?FRIDAY AUGUST 15Back Pack Giveaway; County College of Mossi; 1pm - 2:30pmOutdoor Summer Concert Series with Candice Lee and Band ; ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A motion picture comedy – with a rather naughty name – has already filmed scenes at the Woodbridge Community Center and a private Walnut Lane home, and cameras are to return to the Colonia area in the next few weeks, municipal spokesperson John Hagerty has confirmed.Producers of ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – On a hot August afternoon, the patio at Spring Grove Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center was alive with music, laughter, and community spirit as residents, family members, staff, vendors, and neighbors gathered for a mid-summer concert on Thursday featuring Forever Young ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – On a hot August afternoon, the patio at Spring Grove Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center was alive with music, laughter, and community spirit as residents, family members, staff, vendors, and neighbors gathered for a mid-summer concert on Thursday featuring Forever Young ...
CRANFORD, NJ — Another movie is filming in Cranford and surrounding towns.Actor Stephen Dorff was spotted on the baseball diamond in Westfield's Gumbert Park filming a Little League scene for the movie “What the F*ck Is My Password?!,” 4filming.com reports.Director Steve Pink (known for “Hot Tub ...
August 14Can you believe it's already mid-August? While Summer may feel like it's flying by, we recommend you take a moment to stop and admire the flowers. RiverCenter's "Magic Gardens" can be found on Monmouth Street, Broad Street, White Street and in English Plaza. They are the result of hard ...
UNION, NJ - TAPinto Union now offers readers a new way to engage every day with our games section, featuring puzzles that challenge your mind while giving you a fun break from your daily routine.For puzzle lovers, our Sudoku games are available in easy, medium and hard versions. Beginners can start ...
SOMERSET, NJ - From soulful summer concerts to community festivals, ladies’ nights, and a night of big laughs, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy yourself in and around Franklin this weekend.Summer Gazebo Concert – Random Acts of SoulKick off your weekend with live music at the Franklin Township ...
Princeton, NJ – Is there a doctor in the house? When that question is asked at a public event, it’s usually because someone in the audience has suffered a medical emergency that needs immediate attention. If that happens at the outdoor music concert on Hinds Plaza on Sunday, August 17, no one will ...
STAFFORD - Taking turns at an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John: Epic Piano Men Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image. Backed by his band The Stranger, Levittown, NY native Mike Santoro’s fingers flash up and down the keys before he ...
STAFFORD - Taking turns at an onstage piano, the dual tribute artists of the Billy Joel/Elton John: Epic Piano Men Tribute Show conjure the beloved songsters in both sound and image. Backed by his band The Stranger, Levittown, NY native Mike Santoro’s fingers flash up and down the keys before he ...
NUTLEY, NJ - After a hot week, cool down with a cold drink and classical jazz as Hailey & Jae Jazz take over the Oakley Friday night. The Oakley has great food with delicious pizza, burgers, sandwiches and entrées for the whole family. For the grown-ups, there are signature cocktails and beers ...
Princeton, NJ -- You don’t need to go down the Shore for fabulous parties this weekend. There are some great ones right here in our backyard and feature iconic food and music in places that cannot be replicated “down the Shore.” We’re thinking specifically of two birthday parties, both on Saturday, ...
NUTLEY, NJ - “Everybody at the bar getting tipsy,” well not exactly, but residents did dance to the Shaboozy hit Thursday night when ‘Big Hix’ took over Glotzbach Park for the final concert of the season. Known for their authentic sound and high-energy performances, Big Hix brought a fresh, yet ...
EDISON, NJ - Vendor applications are available for the upcoming Diwali celebration in Edison Township. Applications are due by Friday, October 17 and can be found by clicking here.Vendor fees will be as follows:10’x 16’ Parking Lot Space with Wooden Hut = $900.00 (food & non-food items)10’x16’ ...
FIELDSBORO, NJ — If you believe in the supernatural — or if you want to be outdoors on a summer evening — Friends of the White Hill Mansion has a perfect event for you this week.Friends of the White Hill Mansion will be hosting a free outdoor screening of the 2023 Disney film Haunted Mansion on ...
LAKE COMO, NJ – Circle of Friends Café is offering music fans a rare chance to win two platinum-level passes to this year’s sold-out Sea.Hear.Now Festival in Asbury Park, taking place September 13 and 14.The raffle, open to the public, features two 2-day premium tickets to the popular beachfront ...
Congratulations to Bloomfield Resident and Bloomfield Middle School student Ethan Guzman, who will be making his debut performance in the 2025-2026 Season at the Metropolitan Opera. The Metropolitan Opera is a vibrant home for the world's most creative and talented artists working in opera, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - As summer was coming to an end, there are so many fun-filled events happening in and around town this weekend. What will you be doing this weekend?FRIDAY AUGUST 15Back Pack Giveaway; County College of Mossi; 1pm - 2:30pmOutdoor Summer Concert Series with Candice Lee and Band ; ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - As summer was coming to an end, there are so many fun-filled events happening in and around town this weekend. What will you be doing this weekend?FRIDAY AUGUST 15Back Pack Giveaway; County College of Mossi; 1pm - 2:30pmOutdoor Summer Concert Series with Candice Lee and Band ; ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Take a trip back to the 90s with a free performance by one of the country's premier boyband tributes this weekend. Larger Than Life will be coming to Burlington County on Friday, August 15 as part of the Burlington County 2025 Summer Concert Series. The show will be taking place at ...
KENILWORTH, NJ – The Kenilworth Public Library recently announced that they will be offering the following specialty programs for adults in September. ADULT PROGRAMS AT THE KENILWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY Paint Night for AdultsTuesday, September 16th, 6:30-8pmJoin us for a cozy, creative evening as ...
UNION, NJ – The Union Art Gallery, curated by Les Malamut, will present Eyes Wide Open, an exhibition by artist Charles W. Smith, opening September 6.Timed to coincide with the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the exhibition centers on four abstract paintings that honor the memory of that ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - The Summer Stage music series continues this Saturday on Division Street with Diamond Eye Jack, a tribute band that celebrates the music and community of the Grateful Dead, bringing the energy of the 1970s-era Grateful Dead and JRAD to the entire catalog of Dead, Jerry Garcia Band ...
RED BANK, NJ: This summer, the Indie Street Film Festival (ISFF) returns for its milestone 10th year, lighting up downtown Red Bank beginning Monday, August 18 and running through Sunday, August 24 with a week of unforgettable films, filmmaker Q&As, and the kind of vibrant energy that only ...