Arts & Entertainment
By RICHARD K. REIN
July 4, 2025
Princeton, NJ – With the exception of fireworks, Princeton offers a little bit of everything this Fourth of July weekend – parties, music, picnics, celebrations, and even a touch of Christmas in July. We also have history, including readings of the Declaration of Independence on the 249th ...
JERSEY SHORE, NJ — Independence Day 2025 lands on a Friday, setting the stage for a full weekend of celebration along the Jersey Shore. From beachfront fireworks and lively parades to concerts, family festivals and late night, communities up and down the coast are ready to welcome locals and ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – While storm clouds rolled through Franklin Township on Thursday evening, the annual Independence Day fireworks show still went on—with a few last-minute changes. Despite scattered thunderstorms dampening attendance and curtailing some festivities, the skies cleared enough for ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ – Just in time for Independence Day, the South Orange CommunityPool will officially open tomorrow, Thursday, July 4th — and yes, all pools will be open andready to welcome the community!Pool hours are from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, giving residents a full day to cool off, relax, ...
SURF CITY, NJ - Surf City Fire Company will be sponsoring an evening of fireworks to celebrate Independence Day/Liberty Week. The fireworks display will take place in the area of the 16th Street Bay beach. The show is expected to kick off around 9:15 p.m. Surf City Fire shared: To accommodate ...
SURF CITY, NJ - Surf City Fire Company will be sponsoring an evening of fireworks to celebrate Independence Day/Liberty Week. The fireworks display will take place in the area of the 16th Street Bay beach. The show is expected to kick off around 9:15 p.m. Surf City Fire shared: To accommodate ...
MELBOURNE, FL – It’s the weekend! Have some fun around Melbourne: Friday, July 4Firecracker 5K; 1453 Highland Ave., Melbourne; 7 a.m.Dreamland Miniature Golf; Derek Gores Gallery, 1418 Highland Ave., Melbourne; 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.4th of July in Melbourne Beach; Ryckman Park, 507 Ocean Ave., Melbourne ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Staying in town this 4th of July weekend? Well, there are some great events planned! Check out the list of all the fun things happening in and around town this weekend.THURSDAY JULY 3Urban Farm Stand; 31 Hazel Street in Morristown; 3pm - 6pmBonsai Workshop at Glenbrook Brewery ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Staying in town this 4th of July weekend? Well, there are some great events planned! Check out the list of all the fun things happening in and around town this weekend.THURSDAY JULY 3Urban Farm Stand; 31 Hazel Street in Morristown; 3pm - 6pmBonsai Workshop at Glenbrook Brewery ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — A unique and relaxing art workshop is coming to town, offering participants the chance to turn an ordinary glass vessel into a glowing, nature-inspired work of art, while raising money for the Barnegat Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary. Create a beautiful summer lantern with delicate ...
JERSEY SHORE, NJ — Independence Day 2025 lands on a Friday, setting the stage for a full weekend of celebration along the Jersey Shore. From beachfront fireworks and lively parades to concerts, family festivals and late night, communities up and down the coast are ready to welcome locals and ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's Fourth of July Milltown sign is up and ready for all those post-worthy photo opportunities. Paul Biss, a former Milltown Fourth of July Committee chairman, created the Hollywood-inspired sign 17 years ago. Friday's Fourth of July forecast is in too and it's a beauty.
NUTLEY, NJ -The Winick Brothers Magicians storefront held a magical grand opening eventful week at their new location, 141 Franklin Ave., Nutley. On Tuesday, July 1, TAPinto Nutley stopped by the new Nutley location. Walk into the new storefront and look to the left, there is a neon sign with the ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Due to possible thunderstorms, Thursday Night Live has been canceled on July 3, according to the Downtown Westfield Corporation.Kolor Blynd had been scheduled to play on Quimby Street from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Westfield is under a severe thunderstorm watch from Thursday afternoon until ...
UPDATE: Canceled NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Residents of North Plainfield are invited to come together for the much-anticipated Community Day and Fireworks event on Saturday, July 5. If rain interrupts the festivities, the event will be held on Sunday, July 6. This annual celebration promises an ...
update: canceled due to storm damageNORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Residents of North Plainfield are invited to come together for the much-anticipated Community Day and Fireworks event on Saturday, July 5. If rain interrupts the festivities, the event will be held on Sunday, July 6. This annual celebration ...
The Johnson Public Library (JPL) has kicked off three summer reading programs, keeping kids, teens and adults busy through early August.The Kids Summer Reading Club is catered to those grades six and below and ends on August 7. The Teen Summer Reading Program, which ends on August 8, is open to ...
SPARTA, NJ – Sparta Elks Lodge July 4 parade will begin at 10:30 a.m. proceeding down East Shore Trail, through White Deer Plaza and up Mohawk Avenue, finishing near the library.The Lake Mohawk Ski Hawks will be performing off Beach 1 immediately following the parade. Township officials have ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - On Saturday, June 21 st , the Berkeley Heights Public Library and the Friends of the BHPL teamed up to host a lively kickoff to summertime with their first-ever Edible Book Contest at the Berkeley Heights municipal complex.The contest was attended by residents of all ages and ...
BOCA RATON, FL — Just because the sparklers have fizzled out doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. Prefer the boom of a bass drum to the boom of an M-80? Boca Black Box has live music for you on Friday and if watching the newest season of The Bear has awakened your culinary spirit, you can pick up some ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ - The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration is hosted by the all-volunteer Ridgewood Fourth of July Committee. The theme of this year’s celebration is “The Road to Independence,” which commemorates the important events that paved the road to the Declaration of Independence.The ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Nineteen-year-old filmmaker Jordan Mirrione is ready to take on his biggest project yet: An hour-and-a-half-length film he wrote titled “Uncanny Valley.”The plot follows a 90s children’s TV show with a dark twist: The teen characters begin to realize that they’re trapped inside the ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Borough of New Providence is excited to invite the community to its Annual July 3 Fireworks & Community Celebration, taking place Wednesday, July 3, from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. in downtown New Providence.This much-loved event will feature an evening full of music, sidewalk ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – The Borough of New Providence is excited to invite the community to its Annual July 3 Fireworks & Community Celebration, taking place Wednesday, July 3, from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. in downtown New Providence.This much-loved event will feature an evening full of music, sidewalk ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - "Starlit Cinema" is coming back to Division Street in Downtown Somerville, with Wednesday night G-rated family movies beginning July 9 through Aug. 13.The series premiere features “The Greatest Showman” beginning with pre-movie activities including face painting and balloon ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Here's the Millburn July 4 celebrations information again:Morning activities begin at 9 a.m. when local boy scouts and dignitaries raise the flag in Taylor Park. At 9:30 a.m., Dorothy Kelly will receive the new Patriot Award. Family Fun is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a magician, a kids' ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Be a part of one of the longest-running summer traditions in Mercer County – the 106th Annual Mercer County 4-H Fair! Mercer County 4-H is a youth development program operated by Rutgers Cooperative Extension which provides research-based, hands-on learning experiences for youth ...
HOBOKEN, NJ — Hobkoen's Summer Concert Series at Sinatra Park continues all summer, featuring music every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., unless otherwise noted.July 10: Swingadelic Big Band – Blues, jazz, and big band music.July 17: Geri Fallo Presents – Performances by Karyn Kuhl and the Gang, ...
LITTLE FALLS, NJ - The Little Falls Public Library welcomed summer with its annual Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Carnival on June 28. The event was held on Warren Street in front of the library. The celebration featured a bouncy slide, snacks, video games, crafts, cornhole, Giant Connect-Four, ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The annual Township of Nutley Independence Day celebration kicks off on Franklin Ave. in Front of John H. Walker Middle School at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 4. Before that celebration, let's take a look back at 2023, with host of the evening, Rob Frannicola of Ultimate ...