Arts & Entertainment
By AL SULLIVAN
May 21, 2025
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Representatives of Hudson County Community College (HCCC) paid a visit to Cinelease film studios in Jersey City recently as part of a new college program that offers New Jersey Film Academy Industry credentials.An old adage claims that people should not see how laws or sausages ...
NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Like a trumpet blast from the past, the Schoolhouse Theater will launch its 40th anniversary season on Friday, May 23, with Satchmo at the Waldorf, a powerful, one-man, three-character play celebrating jazz pioneer Louis Armstrong.Written by Terry Teachout and directed by Bram ...
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Hanover Township Recreation is hosting a ‘Learn to Fish’ evening on Thursday, May 29th at 6:30pm at Malapardis Pond.See details below.
CHATHAM, NJ — The Chatham School District hosted its annual Art Show this week, highlighting the creativity and talent of students across all grade levels.The event featured a wide variety of student artwork, including paintings, drawings, ceramics, photography, and more, with each piece created ...
Princeton, NJ – The Solley Theater of the Arts Council of Princeton (ACP) was jam-packed on May 17 for "Shanghai Nights Princeton," an evening of jazz music that brought out the Asian community, some in traditional garb.The first-rate event was held in support of the of the ACP and Princeton Active ...
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ - The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr. will present a free outdoor concert on Tuesday, May 20, at 7p.m. at St. Joseph Church, 34 Yorktown Road.The orchesta will perform a wide range of music from its ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Friday nights on Main Street are synonymous with polished chrome bumpers, fenders with curves, big block engines and more than a few sets of fuzzy dice hanging off rearview mirrors.Thousands of car enthusiasts and visitors come to Somerville on a Friday night to enjoy the dichotomy ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Immaculata High School senior Susie Polito was named Best Lead Actress for her role as “Girl” in the schools' production of “Once.”The Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center hosted the 3rd Annual Central Jersey Marquee Awards on Monday, May 19, honoring outstanding ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Representatives of Hudson County Community College (HCCC) paid a visit to Cinelease film studios in Jersey City recently as part of a new college program that offers New Jersey Film Academy Industry credentials.An old adage claims that people should not see how laws or sausages ...
Hunterdon Central's Soldier Support Club proudly presents "Stars, Stripes and Stand Up" Comedy Night on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 6:30 PM. This special event will benefit Operation Jersey Cares and feature an all-star lineup of veteran comedians performing at The Three Bridges Fire House.The ...
LIVINGSTON, NJ — The Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities (LACD) recently hosted its annual Talent Show at the Livingston Senior/Community Center, welcoming children and adults with special needs to take the stage and share their unique talents in front of a warm and supportive ...
Truth seekers and mystery lovers unite! Radio station WDVR 89.7 FM announces an evening of intrigue, storytelling, and sleuthing with "Liar Liar Pants on Fire," a live storytelling event where audience members become detectives in a battle of wits and words. This a benefit for all volunteer radio ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — City leaders plan to discuss how to revive one of Coral Springs’ most well-known and attended events that was discontinued earlier this year — the Festival of the Arts. The city commission is scheduled to meet on Wednesday for a workshop to consider Coral Springs events and ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL – In a special meet-the-author event, Coconut Creek resident and author Eugene Arnone will discuss his second novel “Across the Seine” at the North Regional/Broward College Library on Tuesday, May 27.Arnone will share insights into his life and writing journey. Originally from ...
CARTERET, NJ — The 2025 Marquee Awards were presented to Central New Jersey high schools and students on Monday night in a ‘Tony Award-style’ red-carpet event at the URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center.The two-hour event featured some remarkable live musical performances and ...
RAHWAY, NJ — Franklin Elementary School hosted its annual spring concert on May 15. The concert featured the musical talents of first and third-grade students participating in the band, strings, and chorus programs.The spring concert is a highly anticipated event that showcases the hard work and ...
NUTLEY, NJ - The Van Riper House Inc., a 501 C3 nonprofit, held a lawn party outside the soon-to-be registered historic establishment, featuring the Sticky Wickets and Mother Hubbard on Saturday, May 3 to raise money to obtain a grant writer. The 237-year-old colonial Dutch-style American ...
Princeton, NJ – The loud and sometimes boisterous Princeton Reunions weekend looms on our calendar, so we will turn our attention to some quiet events on our midweek calendar. Morven Museum and Garden on Stockton Street has some subdued activities on its schedule. It’s probably too late to register ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Friday nights on Main Street are synonymous with polished chrome bumpers, fenders with curves, big block engines and more than a few sets of fuzzy dice hanging off rearview mirrors.Thousands of car enthusiasts and visitors come to Somerville on a Friday night to enjoy the dichotomy ...
Princeton, NJ - Konstantin von Schröder, a Princeton native who first fell in love with storytelling in his hometown, is channeling that early inspiration into his latest short film, “One Prick,” a darkly comedic exploration of grief, family dysfunction, and the strange things we inherit. Currently ...
You asked and we heard you! A few people reached out asking for an extension to submit their auditions - so we figured open it up for everyone!! Still interested in participating? Send us your self-recorded tape (singing, dancing, comedy, etc.!) and the audition form http://bit.ly/42XPJtL by end ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ-- The Bloomfield Juneteenth Advisory Committee would like you to join them for "Boots on the Ground" — a high-energy dance fitness fundraiser featuring Zumba and line dancing!The instructors for the event will be Councilwoman Sarah Cruz & DJ Honest D. It will take place at ...
Nutley Little Theatre is excited to be putting on its fourth annual LGBTQ+ Pride benefit show! The newly minted Rainbow Revue( formerly known as Say Gay Cabaret) is a one-night-only celebration of queer expression, art and performance kicking off Pride Month on June 1, at 5 ...
HOBOKEN, NJ - The sun beamed down on Hoboken’s annual Spring Arts & Music Festival on Sunday, as droves of people flocked to Washington Street to peruse the stalls, sample food and enjoy the musical acts. Festival attendees were treated to performances from both local and international legends, ...
TOTOWA, NJ—The Borough of Totowa Public Library invites residents to an afternoon of reading and conversation. Readers will explore the novel Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. Tom Lake is a meditation on youthful love, married love, and the lives parents have led before their children were born. The Book ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown’s Memorial Day Parade returns on Monday for its 157th appearance in the borough. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. and ends at Doylestown Cemetery. Here are the details you need to know to enjoy the parade.What’s the schedule for the parade?Before the parade begins, there ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library for the week of May 19- May 24.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, May 19:BINGO FOR CHILDREN (6:30pm - 7:00pm)Ages: 3 & up_______________________________________Tuesday, May 20:PJ STORY TIME (6:30pm - ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – When hometown favorite Furman Kugler out-sprinted Johnny Webber of Milwaukee to win the first Tour of Somerville bike race in 1940, the event sponsor was a dairy farm, merchandise prizes were donated by town businesses and race organizer Fred “Pop” Kugler thought “maybe we’ll try ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ – When hometown favorite Furman Kugler out-sprinted Johnny Webber of Milwaukee to win the first Tour of Somerville bike race in 1940, the event sponsor was a dairy farm, merchandise prizes were donated by town businesses and race organizer Fred “Pop” Kugler thought “maybe we’ll try ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ—East Brunswick Public Library (2 Jean Walling Civic Center) is now accepting submissions for its annual National Short Story Month contest. The "73 Words in the 732" contest challenges residents (ages 18 and older) to write an original short story of seventy-three words or fewer.