Arts & Entertainment
By ED DOYLE
December 21, 2024
DOYLESTOWN, PA—If you happened to see a group of Santas roaming the streets of Doylestown last weekend, you weren’t seeing things. It was the town’s sixth annual Santa Crawl, an event that has locals bar-hopping for a good cause.The Santa Crawl raises money for the Network of Victim Assistance, or ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Berkeley Heights residents were treated to another dazzling display of holiday cheer during the 8th annual Berkeley Heights Battle of the Bulbs competition. This year, the Cinque Family of 168 Briarwood Drive East claimed the title of champion for the second consecutive year, ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - Berkeley Heights residents were treated to another dazzling display of holiday cheer during the 8th annual Berkeley Heights Battle of the Bulbs competition. This year, the Cinque Family of 168 Briarwood Drive East claimed the title of champion for the second consecutive year, ...
PATERSON, NJ - The City of Paterson has officially recognized Sybil Lynch Newman, a beloved native of Paterson and an internationally renowned music icon, by renaming the intersection of East 27th Street and 9th Avenue as “Sybil Way.” The resolution, passed by the City Council, honors Sybil’s ...
UNION, NJ – The Vauxhall Branch Library is offering several unique and interesting programs during the month of January. To register for any of the programs, visit www.uplng.org.Health & Wellness with Courtney GainesSaturday, Jan. 4, 1 p.m.Join Gaines for a talk about health, wellness, and ...
Princeton, NJ – McCarter Theatre’s “A Christmas Carol” continues through Sunday, December 29, with shows on this pre-Christmas weekend on Saturday and Sunday, at 1 and 5:30 p.m., and Monday, December 23, at 5:30 p.m.; and Christmas Eve, Tuesday, December 24, at noon and 4 p.m.If you haven’t caught ...
4000 miles enters the homestretch on Saturday at Nutley Little Theatre, with only two performances remaining. If you’ve been thinking about joining us, avaca-do it!The poignant play by Amy Herzog explores the relationship between Leo (Robert Colon) and his grandmother, Vera (Hedi Molnar). After a ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The Spotswood School District's Schoenly School unveiled its new mascot at a special assembly on November 1. Spotswood's Schoenly School houses the district's youngest population at the preschool through first grade school. The Schoenly Pony was introduced to the delight of students ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - The Clinton Presbyterian Church is holding a Live Nativity event on December 21st from 5 PM - 7 PM (rain date 12/22).There will be indoor and outdoor scenes, live animals, hot chocolate and cookies. This event is free and open to the entire community. The Clinton Presbyterian ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ – In the heart of Bordentown City, children, teens and grown-ups are diligently working on their art projects while learning new skills at Leaping Dog Art Studio. Now, in their 10th year of teaching a range of art mediums, Leaping Dog Art Studios is celebrating their roots – ...
BUTLER, NJ - Butler Library shared on Instagram that they will be closed for the following days: Tuesday: 12/24 Wednesday: 12/25 Thursday: 12/26 The Library will be open: Friday: 12/27 Saturday: 12/28
RAHWAY, NJ — Rahway High School's (RHS) talented piano students recently performed the holiday classic “Jingle Bells,” which they generously made public and shared with us.The Rahway Public Schools Fine and Performing Arts programs, according to RHS performing arts teacher and choir director Robert ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - The Roots & Shoots program at Hillside Intermediate School held its annual Celebrity Chef program as students and their families shared different foods from a variety of cultures and countries.
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – Amateur photographers who want to show off their artistry can enter the Somerset County Park Commission’s 2024 Photo Contest. Photographers will gain inspiration in any of the Somerset County Parks, which offer acres of eye-opening subject matter, such as wildlife, lush flora ...
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ – The community is warmly invited to celebrate the season at the Berkeley Heights Annual Menorah Lighting and Hanukkah Party on Thursday, December 26, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.The event will kick off with the lighting of the Menorah at Peppertown Park, followed by a festive ...
HAMILTON, NJ – Martel’s Christmas Wonderland has been a holiday tradition in the Hamilton area for 39 years and continues to dazzle visitors with its spectacular display. Starting daily at 5 p.m., guests are invited to visit 21 Phillips Avenue to experience this free, festive light show through New ...
December 20, 2024Welcome back to our “less than a week until Christmas” edition of the Red Bank Beat! Yes, it’s that time again for all the last-minute gift buying. I’m doing that as well, so I’m right there with you! Hopefully, like me, you are buying many of your gifts locally, and by local, I ...
Princeton, NJ –McCarter Theatre-goers might do a double take if they linger after the Friday and Saturday evening performances of “A Christmas Carol.” The theater is promising “a show after the show” on those evenings. “The fun doesn’t end when the curtain comes down on A Christmas Carol!” the ...
NEWTON, NJ—The five members of the original ‘Home Alone’ cast who played the fictional McCallister siblings got together on Sunday, December 8 at a local toy Store, Pandora’s Box Toys & Collectibles, in Lafayette, for a meet-and-greet.According to each of the cast members, they have not gotten ...
RAHWAY, NJ — The Rahway Public Schools' celebrated step team, Steppaz with Attitude (SWA), will perform this Sunday, December 22, at the Rahway Recreation Center, located at 275 E. Milton Ave.The group's program begins at 6 p.m. and is entitled “11:11.”Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children ...
RED BANK, NJ (Dec. 19, 2024) - Larry Oliveri, a 32-year-old Staten Island resident living with autism, spends his days cooking and prepping orders for the catering program at Lifestyles for the Disabled. But on Tuesday night, he stepped into the spotlight at the Holiday Express benefit show at the ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The holidays are almost here! Here are all the fun, family events happening in and around town.Friday December 20Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt; Morris County Library; (Dec. 20 - Dec 31 anytime the library is open)Morris County Festival of Trees; Frelinghuysen Arboretum; 10am - ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The holidays are almost here! Here are all the fun, family events happening in and around town.Friday December 20Gingerbread Man Scavenger Hunt; Morris County Library; (Dec. 20 - Dec 31 anytime the library is open)Morris County Festival of Trees; Frelinghuysen Arboretum; 10am - ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—A hometown band will play a two-night stand in Doylestown this weekend to ring in the holidays.The band, Ceramic Animal, will play “Two Nights in Tinkertown” on Dec. 21 and Dec. 22 at Puck Live by Great Barn. The show will feature original music from the band, which has released five ...
RAHWAY, NJ —Still looking for something to do tonight? Why not catch the classic Muppet Christmas Carol, being shown in 35mm at Rahway's Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC), starting at 7 p.m.Prior to the show, UCPAC will have Selfies with Santa's Elves, from 6-7 p.m.A holiday organ concert ...
COCONUT CREEK, FL — Starting in the new year, Coconut Creek will have a new city traveling event called Groove N Grub. The first edition is scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11, at the athletic field behind the Coconut Creek Recreation Complex at 4455 Sol Press Blvd. The event is a ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – Amateur photographers who want to show off their artistry can enter the Somerset County Park Commission’s 2024 Photo Contest. Photographers will gain inspiration in any of the Somerset County Parks, which offer acres of eye-opening subject matter, such as wildlife, lush flora ...
RED BANK, NJ: You don't want to miss this. Prepare for an extraordinary winter spectacle as the Red Bank RiverCenter proudly hosts a mesmerizing ice carving event that promises to captivate visitors of all ages!Witness the incredible artistry and skill of a professional ice carver as they turn ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Holiday Turf Jam brought holiday cheer and community spirit to the Asbury Park Public Library on Wednesday, December 18. The festive event featured live music, book signings, and holiday camaraderie, delighting attendees of all ages. The event was headlined by an impressive ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Year of the Snake will be celebrated by members of the East Brunswick community in a slitheringly fun Lunar New Year event hosted by the East Brunswick Public Library on Sunday, January 18, from 11:30 to 4:30. Lunar New Year begins on Wednesday, January 29.The event, which ...