Arts & Entertainment
By DAWN MILLER
January 27, 2025
MILLTOWN, NJ - Groundhog Day 2025 is just seven days away. For the Milltown Mel faithful though, it will be another Groundhog Day without the borough's favorite furry forecaster. Milltown Mel's Wranglers made an announcement on Mel's Facebook page Friday, telling Groundhog Day lovers that there ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Groundhog Day 2025 is just seven days away. For the Milltown Mel faithful though, it will be another Groundhog Day without the borough's favorite furry forecaster. Milltown Mel's Wranglers made an announcement on Mel's Facebook page Friday, telling Groundhog Day lovers that there ...
PATERSON, NJ - The City of Paterson is kicking off Black History Month with its 21st Annual City-Wide Art and Essay Contest for children, sponsored by the InnerFaith Performing Arts Center and the office of Fourth Ward Councilwoman Ruby Cotton. This tradition invites young minds to reflect on Black ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Residents can enjoy an evening of music and entertainment at the Coral Springs Community Concert, scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 8.The event, taking place from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM on the City Hall Lawn at 9500 W. Sample Road, will feature The Landsharks Band, known for their ...
BASKING RIDGE, NJ – The Somerset County Environmental Education Center is pleased to present their latest exhibit, “Nature Through a Child’s Eye," a children’s art show featuring the work of students in Somerset County. The nature-themed art collection includes pieces created by students in ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - In her deeply personal memoir, No One Else I’d Rather Be, local author Aimee Kaufman shares the emotional journey of raising her daughter Sam, who was diagnosed with ADHD. With a blend of raw honesty and heartfelt insight, Kaufman recounts years of overcoming criticism, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - In her deeply personal memoir, No One Else I’d Rather Be, local author Aimee Kaufman shares the emotional journey of raising her daughter Sam, who was diagnosed with ADHD. With a blend of raw honesty and heartfelt insight, Kaufman recounts years of overcoming criticism, ...
SPRINGFIELD, NJ – Brandon Ehly, a Jonathan Dayton High School alumnus, has been nominated for the Television Academy Foundation’s 44th College Television Awards. The foundation’s annual awards show recognizes student-produced programs from colleges across the country. Winners in the competition ...
UNION COUNTY, NJ - A bus tour to benefit the Union County and Newark St. Patrick's Day Parades is set for Saturday, Feb. 8.The bus departs from Dowling's Irish Pub in Roselle Park (117 Chestnut Street) at 11:30 a.m. The bus will stop at McGovern's Tavern in Newark, the Shilelagh Club in West ...
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - As the second part of TAPinto Neptune's coverage of The Wedding Singer musical, we wanted to learn more about the hard-working crew, so we caught up with costume designer Sophia Zidani.Sophia grew up in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, moving to Neptune Township in 2019. The third of ...
CLARK, NJ — Parents often encourage their children to do the right thing even when no one is watching. But for millions of viewers, this message of acting with integrity recently spotlighted a Westfield resident, mother of five, and Union County commissioner whose chance visit to Manny’s Diner in ...
EDISON, NJ - Middlesex County has announced the lineup for the 2025 Plays-in-the-Park season at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre at Roosevelt Park in Edison. This year’s lineup includes productions Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, RENT, and Grease.Beautiful: The Carole King Musical will be on ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Montclair police responded swiftly this weekend to a reported bomb threat targeting The Wellmont Theater, a concert venue in the center of the township. Immediate measures were implemented to ensure the safety of residents, patrons, and staff in the surrounding area.Law enforcement ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Groundhog Day 2025 is just seven days away. For the Milltown Mel faithful though, it will be another Groundhog Day without the borough's favorite furry forecaster. Milltown Mel's Wranglers made an announcement on Mel's Facebook page Friday, telling Groundhog Day lovers that there ...
CLARK, NJ — Parents often encourage their children to do the right thing even when no one is watching. But for millions of viewers, this message of acting with integrity recently spotlighted a Westfield resident, mother of five, and Union County commissioner whose chance visit to Manny’s Diner in ...
PARAMUS, NJ – The Farmers Market is looking to attract more visitors this summer, so they're moving the location and the day after asking residents what they want.The market will run on Saturdays in response to community feedback.In 2024, the Farmers Market moved from Wednesdays to Fridays. This ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL – Get ready to shine! Coral Springs is hosting its first-ever "Let’s Glow Crazy Glow-in-the-Dark Party" on Friday, Feb. 21, from 6 to 9 p.m. This family-friendly event at Coral Springs Gymnasium at 2501 Coral Springs Drive will feature glowing games, music, and fun, officials ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Phillipsburg Theatre Company, formerly known as the PHS Drama Club hosted a wickedly enchanting “Wicked Community Theatre” workshop on January 25, 2025, bringing the magic of Oz to local students. With over 70 attendees from Phillipsburg and neighboring towns like Alpha, ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Fiction writer Jennifer Salvato Doktorski’s newest and fifth young adult novel, “Finding Normal,” just hit bookstores and is now available from major online booksellers.Doktorski’s new youth adventure novel details the plight of two teenagers, on a five-town Garden State quest, ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ - Montclair police responded swiftly this weekend to a reported bomb threat targeting The Wellmont Theater, a concert venue in the center of the township. Immediate measures were implemented to ensure the safety of residents, patrons, and staff in the surrounding area.Law enforcement ...
Maplewood, NJ - The Maplewood Memorial Library Hilton branch celebrated the Lunar New Year Saturday with a free performance of the Lion Dance by the Garden State Lions. The Lion dance is an important cultural Chinese tradition believed to bring good luck and drive away evil spirits. The Lion ...
MILLBURN, NJ – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), recipient of the Regional Theatre Tony Award, has announced The Space Between Notes: Dualities and Emotions Beneath Monk's Brim, the newest visual arts exhibition at The Gallery ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The City of Rahway is pleased to announce the opening of Black Wings: American Dreams of Flight at the Gallery Space, 1670 Irving Street in Rahway, New Jersey. The public is invited to a special reception on Friday, February 7, 2025, 5-8 p.m. Black Wings: American Dreams of Flight is a ...
Tickets are on sale now for Nutley Little Theatre's production of Chapter Two, written by Neil Simon and directed by Deshja Driggs. Cast: Tait Ruppert as George SchneiderStephanie Thomas as Jennie MaloneAmy Boardman as Faye MedwickMichael VanHouten as Leo Schneider Production team:Directed by: ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Parents often encourage their children to do the right thing even when no one is watching. But for millions of viewers, this message of acting with integrity recently spotlighted a Westfield resident, mother of five and Union County Commissioner whose chance visit to Manny’s Diner ...
Nutley Little Theatre is excited to announce the cast of King Lear By William Shakespeare, directed by Alex Oleksij! The cast:King Lear – Jim Simpson Goneril – Joanne DeCarolis Regan – Janna Epstein Cordelia/Fool – Scout Graham Earl of Kent – Jason Burford Earl of Gloucester – James Houston Duke ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Windows of Understanding Art Tour is taking place Saturday, January 25, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.The event was rescheduled due to inclement weather last weekend.According to event organizers, “The Windows of Understanding program pairs a Social Justice nonprofit with an artist ...
*UPDATE: The venue for performances of the Washington School Show has been moved to Westfield High School.WESTFIELD, NJ — Volunteers for the Washington School Show, an original comedic musical starring Washington Elementary School parents, are preparing for its 78th annual production next ...
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - The Cedar Grove Recreation Department invites senior residents to a night of bingo and board games. The event will be held on Wednesday, February 19 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the South End Fire House, located at 154 Pompton Avenue. Registration is free and can be done online or by ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Parents often encourage their children to do the right thing even when no one is watching. But for millions of viewers, this message of acting with integrity recently spotlighted a Westfield resident, mother of five and Union County Commissioner whose chance visit to Manny’s Diner ...