Arts & Entertainment
By TAPINTO VERONA/CEDAR GROVE STAFF
June 25, 2025
VERONA, NJ - Due to the extreme heat, the Fireflies performance, initially scheduled for June 25 at 7 p.m. at Verona Park, has been rescheduled. Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. announced that the concert has been moved to August 19 at 7 p.m. in Verona Park.The Fireflies concert is ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The borough has announced its annual summer concert series, and in spite of recent heat, the show will go on!Here's the listing of the summer Sunday concerts; note: weather will sometimes be a factor!
Johnson Public Library in Hackensack has curated a handful of events catered to teens who are on summer break. Students entering seventh grade to twelfth grade in the fall of 2025 can attend. Class of 2025 graduates are also welcome.All events are free admission. You do not have to attend every ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Nearly one year after opening its permanent home at American Dream, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) has announced its 2025 inductees. This year's list of 17 inductees includes Grammy-nominated pop rock band Jonas Brothers, chef/restaurateur David Burke, four-time Olympic ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – Piscataway’s annual Independence Day celebration returns Friday, July 4, with fireworks lighting up the night sky over Kenny Armwood Stadium at Piscataway High School, following an evening of family-friendly festivities in the parking loop area.Festivities begin at 6 p.m. and will ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Milltown's Fourth of July celebrations are a must-do for many Middlesex County residents. It may be hard to believe, but the borough has been delighting area residents with its Independence Day festivities for 100 years. In honor of the 100th-year anniversary of Milltown's Fourth of ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – Nearly one year after opening its permanent home at American Dream, the New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) has announced its 2025 inductees. This year's list of 17 inductees includes Grammy-nominated pop rock band Jonas Brothers, Motown legends The Isley Brothers, David Bryan, ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Local flavor meets fine art this summer as Somerville Arts (formerly Arts on Division) and Verve Restaurant team up to launch “Art with Brunch,” a curated one-off event blending visual art, delicious food, and creative conversation in the heart of downtown Somerville.On Sunday, ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The township will hold their annual Independence Day Celebration on Tuesday, July 1, at 6:00 PM at Crossroad South Middle School. The rain date will be Wednesday, July 2.The celebration will feature food vendors, live music, and fireworks at 9:00 PM. Entry to the event is free ...
TINICIUM TOWNSHIP, PA—The annual orchestra performance by the Delaware River returns to Tinicum Park on June 28 with the “Concert Under the Stars.”The concert by the Riverside Symphonia, which typically draws thousands of people the Saturday before the Fourth of July, features a finale of fireworks ...
Florham Park, NJ — New Jersey Ballet is proud to announce its 2025/2026 Season at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), where the company serves as the Resident Ballet Company. This season offers an inspiring mix of bold contemporary choreography, beloved classics, and treasured holiday ...
Florham Park, NJ — New Jersey Ballet is proud to announce its 2025/2026 Season at Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), where the company serves as the Resident Ballet Company. This season offers an inspiring mix of bold contemporary choreography, beloved classics, and treasured holiday ...
WEST WINDSOR, NJ – Enjoy hot summer days and late nights at the upcoming 10-day L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair that will be open at the Mercer County Festival Grounds. The L.E.A.D. Fest State Fair will be held between Friday, June 27 and Sunday, July 6 at the Festival Grounds located in West Windsor. The ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The annual fireworks show is scheduled for Thursday, June 26, and the weather outlook seems a little tricky, and you may even need a sweater to sit on the beach!The heatwave is scheduled to break by Thursday night, when according to the National Weather Service, there's a chance of ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Wednesday, June 25 kick-off of the Nutley Family Service Bureau Summer Concert Series is moving indoors because of the heat.Due to the extreme heat, the first concert featuring the Porch Rockers is moving indoors to the Knights of Columbus at 150 Chestnut St. The concert kicks off ...
NEW YORK, NY – The short documentary “Rhythm Pulse,” featuring Basking Ridge-based artist Serena Bocchino, has been awarded Best Short Documentary Film at the East Village New York Film Festival. The 11-minute film offers an intimate look into Bocchino’s studio practice and is currently being ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater resident Maria Avgitidis has published her first book, “Ask a Matchmaker,” a book that follows her work setting people up for dates for years.“My inspiration came from the thousands of dates I have set up, as well as the thousands of dating questions I’ve answered over ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ - Hearts of Mercy has announced a summer art camp for kids that will be held July 14-18th from 10 a.m. - noon each day. Kids will have the chance to learn from talented local artists in a fun setting all week long. Hearts of Mercy shared, “Art fosters creativity and promotes healthy ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ - Hearts of Mercy has announced a summer art camp for kids that will be held July 14-18th from 10 a.m. - noon each day. Kids will have the chance to learn from talented local artists in a fun setting all week long. Hearts of Mercy shared, “Art fosters creativity and promotes healthy ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Coral Springs announced this week that the city will celebrate Independence Day with a night of live music, family fun, and fireworks at Mullins Park on Friday, July 4.The event kicks off at 5 p.m. at the park — 10000 Ben Geiger Drive — with live entertainment by The Remix Band ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Brace yourself for raw, unfiltered storytelling that will make you laugh, cry and everything in between! Flemington DIY is unleashing its electrifying Summer Story Slam series – where real people share real stories that pack a serious punch. This isn't your average night out – it's ...
EDISON, NJ - The Edison Public Library is gearing up for its 2025 Summer Reading Program (SRP). Open to all ages, including those who read and those who can be read to, the program will run from June 29 through Aug. 31 and feature incentives, special events, and prizes for children, teens, and ...
VERONA, NJ - The Verona Summer Concert Series is returning in 2025, with the Township announcing four concert dates. Three of the concerts will start at 7 p.m. on the Civic Center Lawn. On July 9, 70’s Rock Parade is coming to town. This group features classic hits from Led Zeppelin, Queen, the ...
RED BANK, NJ: Summer in Red Bank means free movies, live jazz, outdoor fitness, and unforgettable evenings along the beautiful Navesink River. The 2025 Summer Series at Riverside Gardens Park brings the community together with a vibrant mix of family-friendly programming - Zumba and yoga classes ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Local flavor meets fine art this summer as Somerville Arts (formerly Arts on Division) and Verve Restaurant team up to launch “Art with Brunch,” a curated one-off event blending visual art, delicious food, and creative conversation in the heart of downtown Somerville.On Sunday, ...
Princeton, NJ -- We know one place that is not likely to be that cool refuge we all seek during this early summer heat wave. That’s the courtyard of the Princeton Shopping Center, where an event scheduled for Tuesday, June 24, around the Library of Things has already been canceled due to the ...
Escape RoomDate: Thursday, July 3Time: Timeslots varyEvent Description: “Enjoy a fun Wizard School-themed escape room and work together to solve the clues. Due to high anticipated attendance, timeslots must be reserved in-person during our Cupcake Kickoff on Tuesday, July 1, from 2:30-3:30 ...
BELMAR, NJ — Every Tuesday night, the Belmar Arts Center transforms into a vibrant hub of creativity with its Legendary Open Mic series — a weekly tradition that continues to draw a stellar lineup of musicians, singers, and spoken word artists from across the Shore and beyond.Hosted at the Belmar ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - The Cedar Grove Public Library welcomes acclaimed author Katherine Applegate for a special online discussion of her novel Odder. The discussion will be a virtual event on Tuesday at 4 p.m. and is open to third to sixth grade readers. A beloved voice in children's literature, ...
"For Peter Pan On Her 70th Birthday"By Sarah RuhlDirected by Gina Sarno When Ann thinks of her father, she immediately remembers playing Peter Pan in her hometown theater in Iowa, particularly when he used to bring her flowers after her performance. Her memory is jogged by the fact that she and her ...