Arts & Entertainment

November 14, 2024

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - See below for a list of fun things to do in and around the area:Friday November 15Le Bazar de Noel Holiday Market; Madison Community House 25 Cook Avenue in Madison; 10am - 7pmExhibit- New Sculpture/New Jersey; Morris Museum; 11am - 5pmExhibit- The Language of Textiles: ...

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NEWTON, NJ—The Newton Medical Center Foundation is presenting the C. Edward McCrckaen Festival of Lights this weekend to usher in the holiday season. This year, the foundation has chosen George W Morville Jr. to be named as the 2024 Community Honoree of the event that ushers in the holiday ...

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GLEN ROCK, NJ – The library is set to begin a planned roof replacement project on November 18, according to the interim director. “This important maintenance project will ensure the longevity of the library’s building and provide a safe and welcoming environment for the community for generations to ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Peter Mayer, singer, songwriter and former lead guitarist of Jimmy Buffet's Coral Reefer Band, will perform a Christmas concert of original and traditional holiday music with his “Stars & Promises” band at Somervile High School Friday, Dec. 13.A yuletide tradition, the concert ...

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SOMERVILLE, NJ - Peter Mayer, singer, songwriter and former lead guitarist of Jimmy Buffet's Coral Reefer Band, will perform a Christmas concert of original and traditional holiday music with his “Stars & Promises” band at Somervile High School Friday, Dec. 13.A yuletide tradition, the concert ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - On Sunday, Dec. 8, Santa Claus will be making a very special visit to Planet Dance located at 604 Boulevard from 1 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.Participants will be able to meet Santa and take pictures along with entering a basket raffle for some exciting prizes. Please see the above flier for ...

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BAYONNE, NJ -  The Bayonne Department of Recreation’s Breakfast Club will make a visit to Activate in the American Dream Mall later this month.Activate is a game where you become the player in the world’s first active gaming facility. Jump, climb, problem-solve and laugh, as you and your friends ...

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HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ - Hanover Township Mayor Thomas “Ace” Gallagher will present the first Mayors Wellness Committee Lifelong Achievement Award and Community Star Awards on Thursday, November 21, 2024, at the annual Volunteer Recognition Reception. In its third year, the Volunteer Recognition ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Turtle Back Zoo has announced its Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular schedule.  Admission is free but doesn't include admission to the zoo. Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo requested, "We are also encouraging our visitors to bring non-perishable food items, new ...

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PARAMUS, NJ - Big Santa brought chilly Christmas weather and holiday spirit to the 7th Annual Westfield Garden State Plaza over the weekend on November 9 where there was plenty of hustle and bustle with early holiday shoppers filling the parking lot waiting to get a glimpse of North Pole Santa as ...

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HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Towncast, Hawthorne's entertainment hub, has several events this holiday season to appeal to your giving, joyous spirit…or at least get you there!This Thanksgiving, the Towncast is reaching out to all communities, encouraging them to share pictures of things for which they are ...

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Do you remember what being a kid felt like?Do you remember those dreams you had that seemed just within reach? The sheer joy of sharing secrets with your friends? Your first crush? Even the exhilaration of chasing fireflies as night fell? I remember my childhood. It’s funny that I even get to say ...

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SOMERSET, NJ – Franklin Township will hold its first Holiday Craft Market on Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Community/Senior Center, 505 DeMott Lane. This free event is open to the public and will feature over 30 local artisans selling handmade goods. Shoppers can find items ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL — The Coconut Creek Youth Theater Program will bring the classic Alice in Wonderland Jr. to life with a free performance on Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Recreation Complex at 44455 Sol Press Boulevard. The show begins at 1:30 p.m., with doors opening to the public at 1 p.m.This ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Turtle Back Zoo has announced its Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular schedule.  Admission is free but doesn't include admission to the zoo. Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo requested, "We are also encouraging our visitors to bring non-perishable food items, new ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Friday November 15Le Bazar de Noel Holiday Market; Madison Community House 25 Cook Avenue in Madison; 10am - 7pmExhibit- New Sculpture/New Jersey; Morris Museum; 11am - 5pmExhibit- The Language of Textiles: Mid-Centruy Oaxacan Embroidery and Weaving; Morris Museum; 11am - ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Turtle Back Zoo has announced its Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular schedule.  Admission is free but doesn't include admission to the zoo. Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo requested, "We are also encouraging our visitors to bring non-perishable food items, new ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Friday November 15Le Bazar de Noel Holiday Market; Madison Community House 25 Cook Avenue in Madison; 10am - 7pmExhibit- New Sculpture/New Jersey; Morris Museum; 11am - 5pmExhibit- The Language of Textiles: Mid-Centruy Oaxacan Embroidery and Weaving; Morris Museum; 11am - ...

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COCONUT CREEK, FL – A Native American storyteller will give a glimpse into the heritage of the Chinook Tribe on Saturday at Tarrazu Coffee in Coconut Creek.Coconut Creek resident and storyteller Tomikaus Saiya, known as “Yellow Flower,” will share history, traditional storytelling, and drumming at ...

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SPOTSWOOD, NJ - The Spotswood Public Library has a whole host of family-friendly holiday events in store for patrons of all ages. All the holiday fun kicks off on December 2 and continues through the month. Upcoming holiday events include:On Monday, December 2, at 6 p.m. the Young at Heart Chorus ...

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TEWKSBURY TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Tewksbury Historical Society will be holding its annual Holiday Sale at the Carriage House, 5 James St., Oldwick 08858, on the weekend of Dec. 14 and 15.  Hours for the sale are 10 AM - 4 PM on Saturday and 12 Noon to 4 PM on Sunday.This is a wonderful opportunity to ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Turtle Back Zoo has announced its Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular schedule.  Admission is free but doesn't include admission to the zoo. Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo requested, "We are also encouraging our visitors to bring non-perishable food items, new ...

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CROSS RIVER, N.Y. - "The Dining Room" opens at John Jay High School on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m. The show runs Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., plus a 1 p.m. matinee ON Saturday. Tickets are $5, available at the door.The drama by A. R. Gurney stars 14 actors playing more than 50 roles—from little ...

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SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Fans of Family Feud  may recognize some familiar faces on Friday, Nov. 15, when the Zito and Fischer families when they appear on the popular game show. Sisters Jennifer Fischer and Melissa Zito will both compete on the show along with their husbands Joe Zito and John Fischer, ...

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CLINTON TOWN, NJ - Dickens Days', hosted by the Guild of Clinton, will be held in the Town of Clinton on November 29, 30 and December 1, 2024, from 12 PM - 4 PM. Join Clinton as they celebrate a weekend full of holiday entertainment. Clinton transforms into a Victorian Village with horse and ...

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FLEMINGTON, NJ - J.P. Case Middle School drama club is presenting “Box” by Lindsay Price, Nov. 15 at 7 p.m.Tickets are $10, and will be sold at the door.The story notes that sometimes people choose the way the world sees them, and sometimes that is defined by others. It looks at how people handle ...

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RAHWAY, NJ — Like solving mysteries? Love a good conspiracy?  . . . If so, come see Rahway High School’s Fall Production of CLUE: High School Edition!  Join us for a throwback to the classic murder mystery board game of “Whodunnit?” Was it obnoxious and dramatic Mrs. Peacock in the observatory with ...

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HAMILTON, NJ -- The Hamilton Township Friends of the Library will hold their Holiday Book Sale from 9:00 a.m.until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 16 and Monday, January 18 at the Hamilton Township Library.The sale will take place in the lower level.The sale will include books for children and soft ...

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PARAMUS, NJ - Big Santa brought chilly Christmas weather and holiday spirit to the 7th Annual Westfield Garden State Plaza over the weekend on November 9 where there was plenty of hustle and bustle with early holiday shoppers filling the parking lot waiting to get a glimpse of North Pole Santa as ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ -- Turtle Back Zoo has announced its Annual Essex County Holiday Lights Spectacular schedule.  Admission is free but doesn't include admission to the zoo. Essex County Executive Joe DiVincenzo requested, "We are also encouraging our visitors to bring non-perishable food items, new ...

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