Arts & Entertainment
By DANIEL ISRAEL
July 1, 2024
JERSEY CITY, NJ-The Philippine-American Friendship Committee (PAFCOM) recently celebrated the independence of the Philippines and unity between the country and the United States with the PAFCOM Parade and Festival. On Sunday, June 23, the parade began at West Side Avenue and Claremont Avenue.
PERTH AMBOY, NJ -- Historian, author, and New Jersey native Al Frazza's new coffee table book, "The Past Still Present – Revolutionary War New Jersey Photos" (258 Publishing, 154 pages) takes a look at the state's important role in the American War for Independence. The book includes photos of ...
SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD -- Historian, author, and New Jersey native Al Frazza's new coffee table book, "The Past Still Present – Revolutionary War New Jersey Photos" takes a look at the state's important role in the American War for Independence. The book includes photos of Scotch Plains and hundreds ...
UNION, NJ - Union celebrated Portuguese culture last Friday and Saturday, as the Portuguese American Civic Association (PACA) hosted its annual Portugal Day weekend festival. The two-day affair was held at the PACA headquarters, located behind the Knights of Columbus building on Jeannette ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: The fireworks celebrations have begun! Bell Works in Holmdel provided a spectacular show for the community last week! Thank you Bell Works! If you missed them, there are many more local opportunities to boom, like those listed below! Don't forget to bring your chairs and ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: The fireworks celebrations have begun! Bell Works in Holmdel provided a spectacular show for the community last week! Thank you Bell Works! If you missed them, there are many more local opportunities to boom, like those listed below! Don't forget to bring your chairs and ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: The fireworks celebrations have begun! Bell Works in Holmdel provided a spectacular show for the community last week! Thank you Bell Works! If you missed them, there are many more local opportunities to boom, like those listed below! Don't forget to bring your chairs and ...
SOMERSET, NJ - Pleasant weather, Motown Classics and Laughter; doesn't that sound like the perfect way to start off summer? With schools ending last week, Franklin Township’s Parks and Rec hosted their ‘Summer Kickoff’ concert yesterday at 6 pm. This event was located at the Township gazebo, with ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Julia Livolsi, a Glen Rock High School 2024 graduate, was crowned Miss New Jersey Teen USA on June 23, 2024, according to PageantUpdate.info. Neighbor Pat Zengel spilled the beans! Livolsi, 19, will go on to represent New Jersey at Miss Teen USA at the Peacock Theater, ...
FAIR LAWN, NJ - The borough held its annual fireworks show on June 30 and weather was a delight, for once, rather than a hindrance. The show took place at Memorial Pool where the crowd enjoyed several food trucks, a live band that warmed the crowd and onlookers who filled the air with 'oooooohs' ...
SOMERSET, NJ - This year’s Independence Day Fireworks is scheduled to happen on July 3rd, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. As usual, the celebration will be taking place at the Franklin Township Municipal Complex. From 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, attendees can walk around and participate in various ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — Fireworks will light up the night sky this week as the village celebrates independence day with a flag raising, parade, food trucks and more. Thursday, July 4 Independence Day Independence Day Fireworks Celebration: Flag raising, Wilsey Square, 9 a.m. Parade, ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ -The Middlesex County Office of Aging and Disabled Services, in collaboration with the Middlesex County Arts Institute, is thrilled to announce the start of this year’s Older Adult Art Contest and Show. This contest is open to both professional and non-professional arts and ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - The City of Long Branch Department of Public Safety has put out a request for donations of goods & services for National Night Out 2024, a night of free food, games & fun for the community! National Night Out Against Crime is Tuesday, August 6th from 6PM-9PM in Slocum ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ - Tonight's Bands By The Beach Concert has been canceled due to the impending storms. Tonight's featured band was Peter Veteska & Blues Train and was set to play at the West End Park. Unfortunately, no rain dates or inclement weather locations for this concert series. All ...
HOLMDEL, NJ – The Axelrod Performing Arts Center will present the smash hit musical Million Dollar Quartet from July 19-28 at the new Bell Theater at Bell Works in Holmdel, N.J. With a book by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux, Million Dollar Quartet recreates the true story of a one-night impromptu ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Fourth of July week will bring grilling, live music and, of course, fireworks to the borough. Residents will enjoy a day of festivities on Monday before getting some much-needed rest and relaxation for the holiday later in the week. Monday, July 1 Fourth of July ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — While you are out enjoying these gorgeous summer nights, make sure to stop by Van Neste Square Memorial Park for the Ridgewood Guild's Art in the Park series, set for July 5 and August 2 from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The program allows local artists to display their works for village ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - The Milltown Fourth of July Committee starts planning the day-long festivities on July 4 not too long after the fireworks are over. On Saturday, Milltown Fourth of July Committee President David Potter and Vice-Presidents Neil Marotta and Russ Einbinder took a few seconds to snap a ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - The countdown is on and the Fourth of July 2024 is just three days away. The borough will be celebrating its 16th annual Most Patriotic House Contest on Thursday, July 4. A winner will be decided by a community vote. So, remember to stop by the Milltown Fourth of July Committee's ...
HAWTHORNE, NJ - The Rolling Stones have been around for 62 years but they have nothing on the Hawthorne Fire Department band, they've been making music since 1924! Mayor John Lane presented the band with a proclamation recently, recognizing their long-standing service and entertainment to and ...
The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce our special programs for July 2024. Tuesday, July 16 at 7 pm- Author Talk with Sheila D. Hairston Friday, July 19 at 2:30 pm- Beach Reads Bingo Tuesday, July 23 at 7 pm- General Knowledge Trivia Wednesday, July 24 and July 31 at 6:30 pm- ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ- The second annual All About Us Festival returned to Liberty State Park on June 19, bringing music, dance art and culture to Liberty State Park to celebrate Juneteenth. The All About Us festival was a vivid homage to African-American culture featuring a showcase of music, dance, ...
RED BANK, NJ: Timing plays a significant role in life. The morning began with threatening rain clouds and uncomfortable humidity, but as the NJ Symphony Concert approached, the weather gradually improved. By the 8pm start time,it turned into a beautiful night, perfect for a crowd of several ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Living Proof, a Jersey Shore cover band with a set list decades long, will perform on the Division Street Summer Stage Saturday night from 6-9 p.m. First formed in 2007, the 4-piece band performs party and dance covers, Top 40, classic rock, R&B, the Fab '50s, alternative ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This community’s 2024 Independence Day celebration and fireworks display will be Wednesday, July 3 at Alvin P. Williams Memorial Park on the Sewaren waterfront, an annual event that draws thousands of spectators. Mayor John E. McCormac says the town’s Fourth of July festivities ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Did you miss this past week's top stories? Catch up on what you missed in the links below. The top ten are posted by the page views of the week according to Google Analytics. 1. 2024 Firework Display Show Postponed in Kenilworth 2. Kenilworth Brearley Students Play Harmless ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - The Kenilworth Public Library is offering the following programs for the month of July. The Kenilworth Public Library invites children ages two to twelve years old to join the 2024 Adventure Begins At Your Library Summer Reading Club. Registration is ongoing. THE SUMMER ...
SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ --What reading goal do you have this summer? To read for fun? To read at least 20 minutes a day? To read the entire series? Everybody has their own interests and needs and SCLSNJ is here to help you achieve your goals. Every day that you reach your personal reading goal, record ...
WARREN, NJ -- What reading goal do you have this summer? To read for fun? To read at least 20 minutes a day? To read the entire series? Everybody has their own interests and needs and the Warren Library is ready to help you achieve your goals. Every day that you reach your personal reading goal, ...