Arts & Entertainment

May 9, 2025

SUMMIT, NJ — The Stony Hill Players will bring laughter to the afterlife later this month with their upcoming production of “Grandma Sylvia’s Funeral,” an interactive theatrical comedy that transforms audience members into guests at one of the most chaotic funerals imaginable.Performances will take ...

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BERNARDS TOWNSHIP, NJ – Residents of Bernards Township are invited to dust off their books for the Barn Dance this evening at Farmstead Arts. Tickets are still available and the event runs from 7:00-9:00 PM in the Farmstead barn. Bernards Township Mayor Janice Fields said, “I’m pretty excited about ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - With the 250th Anniversary of America coming up next year, and Fair Lawn's logo contest looming, here's a chance to get inspired: spend the day at Garretson Forge & Farm for its “Spring Festival of Colonial Life in New Jersey”.The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 10 from 10 ...

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FAIR LAWN, NJ - The country is going to be 250 years old on July 4, 2026. This means we're gearing up big to celebrate and Fair Lawn is participating in various ways, including sponsoring a logo contest.Residents are invited to create an original (non-AI generated) logo that represents Fair Lawn ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights YMCA gym was transformed into a joyful underwater wonderland Thursday night as about 65 promgoers and their volunteer dates gathered for the Summit Area YMCA’s annual Special Needs Prom — an event that drew overwhelming excitement, love, and applause from ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights YMCA gym was transformed into a joyful underwater wonderland Thursday night as about 65 promgoers and their volunteer dates gathered for the Summit Area YMCA’s annual Special Needs Prom — an event that drew overwhelming excitement, love, and applause from ...

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LIVINGSTON, NJ — Thanks to the Township of Livingston, the Arts Council of Livingston (ACL) has a new gallery space at the former Licari Horse Farm (Evergreen Farm), located at 240 East Northfield Road.  The Licari Horse Farm was one of two properties acquired by the township in 2019 through an ...

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BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ — The Berkeley Heights YMCA gym was transformed into a joyful underwater wonderland Thursday night as about 65 promgoers and their volunteer dates gathered for the Summit Area YMCA’s annual Special Needs Prom — an event that drew overwhelming excitement, love, and applause from ...

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 GREEN BROOK, NJ --Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant explosion of colors, joy, and community spirit at the Green Brook Holi Fest (Mela) 2025! This year’s celebration promises to be a memorable event filled with fun, laughter, and beautiful traditions that connect us all.Event DetailsDate ...

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 GREEN BROOK, NJ --Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant explosion of colors, joy, and community spirit at the Green Brook Holi Fest (Mela) 2025! This year’s celebration promises to be a memorable event filled with fun, laughter, and beautiful traditions that connect us all.Event DetailsDate ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ - The URSB Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center has announced the nominees and honorable mentions for the 2025 Carteret PAC Central Jersey Marquee Awards, recognizing outstanding achievement in high school musical theatre across Middlesex, Somerset, and Mercer Counties.

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Basking Ridge, NJ – Broadway comes to Basking Ridge as American Theater Group (ATG) proudly presents a unique “behind-the-scenes” look at Broadway with veteran theater critic Peter Filichia at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge, NJ on May 17 and 18. Filichia will regale the audience with ...

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NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - “This is exactly where I’m supposed to be,” explains Kat Meehan.The North Salem resident has worn many hats throughout her life, but ultimately found her calling behind the camera.Her chosen subject matter is one near and dear to many people’s hearts. As a specialty dog ...

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LITTLE FALLS, NJ - Spring was in the air during the Township of Little Falls’ annual Spring Fling Dance on May 2. The annual event included food, refreshments, and live entertainment. The event was held at the Little Falls Civic Center, located at 19 Warren Street, and was free for Little Falls ...

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HOBOKEN, NJ - The City of Hoboken has announced an expanded summer arts program for Hoboken youth. The summer arts program will offer workshops in salsa, hip-hop, dance, spoken word, theater, photography, drawing, acting, mural arts, fashion, sculpture, and more for Hoboken youth between the ages ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - Phillipsburg High School's production of "Legally Blonde The Musical" has garnered significant recognition from the 2025 Freddy Awards, earning an impressive five nominations. The announcements were made live on WFMZ-TV by State Theatre Center for the Arts President and CEO ...

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MELBOURNE, FL – It’s the weekend!  Have some fun around Melbourne:Friday, May 9Watch a Mural Come to Life!; IMAGE Studios, 1520 Highland Avenue, Melbourne; 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (May 5th -May 25th)The Art of Stillness Yin Yoga + Sound Immersion; Yoga Gallery Downtown, 2006 Vernon Pl Suite A, Melbourne; ...

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Princeton, NJ – Something for everyone – most everyone – on this weekend’s calendar:Marquand Park isn’t normally a venue for our event listings. But this Saturday, May 10, the Morven Museum & Garden will host an event that begins with an exhibit at 55 Stockton Street of maps and photographs ...

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SAYREVILLE, NJ – Due to the potential adverse weather conditions expected for Friday evening, the scheduled "Marvelous" Teen Night at Burkes Park has been moved to next Friday, May 16, from 7:00  - 9:30 p.m.Enjoy a free screening of The Guardians of the Galaxy with free refreshments for all. Bring ...

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 HOLMDEL, NJ — On May 2nd, the Jersey Shore Chinese School was honored to take part in a special celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, presenting a vibrant display of Taiwanese culture at the Holmdel Library. The event was hosted in partnership with the Holmdel ...

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CARTERET, NJ — The Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center has announced its 2025 nominees from a host of high schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties for “Marquee Awards” that celebrate excellence in high school musical theater, and Watchung Hills is among them.Winners will be ...

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CARTERET, NJ — The Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center has announced its 2025 nominees from a host of high schools in Middlesex, Mercer and Somerset counties for “Marquee Awards” that celebrate excellence in high school musical theater, and Watchung Hills is among them.Winners will be ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Fun, Fun, Fun!!!! Grab your dancing shoes and hit the town… Here's what's happening in and around this town this weekend.FRIDAY MAY 9Madison softball vs Morris County School of Technology at Morris County School of Technology; 4pmMadison boys tennis vs Caldwell at Madison High ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Fun, Fun, Fun!!!! Grab your dancing shoes and hit the town… Here's what's happening in and around this town this weekend.FRIDAY MAY 9Morristown boys tennis vs Roxbury at FMS: 4pmSt. Virgil's Carnival; St. Virgil's Church in Morris PlainsMay Shabbat Dinner in Morris County; ...

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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Spend a couple of days at the Mount Laurel Library for a movie weekend!The Library will be hosting a viewing of the 1953 musical classic Call Me Madam on Friday, May 9 at 1PM. “Politics and Irving Berlin music mix as brassy Ethel Merman, playing a recently named ambassador to a ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - On May 4, East Brunswick Magnet School buzzed with excitement as they hosted the first East Brunswick Symphony Orchestra Star Wars Concert. The “May the 4th Be With Us” concert was a memorable event, bringing music lovers, the community, and the Star Wars fandom together.The ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ — Get ready to dust off your cowboy boots and experience a taste of Music City right in the heart of New Jersey with the Downtown Somerville Alliance hosting a country-themed Girls Night Out May 15 from 5:00-9:00 PM.Girls' Night Out is an annual event that highlights Somerville’s ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Fun, Fun, Fun!!!! Grab your dancing shoes and hit the town… Here's what's happening in and around this town this weekend.FRIDAY MAY 9St. Virgil's Carnival; St. Virgil's Church in Morris PlainsMay Shabbat Dinner in Morris County; 6:15pmLive Music with Grover Kemble and Jerry ...

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CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford Dramatic Club (CDC) ended its 2024-2025 season with a 2000s rom-com classic: Legally Blonde. Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the 2001 MGM film, the Legally Blonde musical is filled with dazzling, upbeat numbers and classic campy flair. The musical follows UCLA ...

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HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Dozens of area residents enjoyed an evening outdoors recently to support two worthy local organizations – the Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission (HCAC) and Higher Up – at the Tap into the Arts Fundraiser held at Old Hights Brewing Company.The event included live music by Shoebox ...

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