Arts & Entertainment
By TAPINTO PRINCETON STAFF
February 19, 2026
Princeton, NJ – It’s a weekend to consider – and also to reconsider – the events surrounding the founding of the United States 250 years ago.First you can celebrate Black History Month, by imagining walking in the footsteps of forgotten heroes - the Black soldiers in the Revolutionary War - who ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From championship matchups and live theater to museum programs, concerts, and community celebrations, our area is packed with things to do this weekend. Residents can catch everything from high-stakes high school sports and Lenten organ recitals to book sales, winter markets, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From championship matchups and live theater to museum programs, concerts, and community celebrations, our area is packed with things to do this weekend. Residents can catch everything from high-stakes high school sports and Lenten organ recitals to book sales, winter markets, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From championship matchups and live theater to museum programs, concerts, and community celebrations, our area is packed with things to do this weekend. Residents can catch everything from high-stakes high school sports and Lenten organ recitals to book sales, winter markets, ...
ROXBURY, NJ - Nine Eisenhower Middle School (EMS) Choir students successfully auditioned recently for the North Jersey School Music Association Region Intermediate Honors Choir. These ensembles are composed of the top middle school musicians across northern New Jersey. Congratulations to EMS Choir ...
HAMILTON, NJ — Assemblywoman Tennille R. McCoy will host a community celebration later this month marking both Black history and American heritage with an evening of performances, recognition, and discussion.The event, titled A Century of Black History Commemorations, is scheduled for Feb. 24 at ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — St. John’s Episcopal Church will host an important presentation by the local organization Ubuntu Cultural Pavilion.“What’s Going On: Marvin Gaye, Vietnam and The Sound of a Nation in Transition” will be presented on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2:30 - 4 p.m. at St. John’s Parish ...
NEW JERSEY: Rocking for Inclusion (RFI), a new addition to the New Jersey music scene, is first and foremost a talented band — some of whose members just happen to have autism. Rather than defining itself by disability, RFI is driven by passion, dedication, and a shared love of music and live ...
NEW JERSEY: Rocking for Inclusion (RFI), a new addition to the New Jersey music scene, is first and foremost a talented band — some of whose members just happen to have autism. Rather than defining itself by disability, RFI is driven by passion, dedication, and a shared love of music and live ...
RED BANK, NJ — The Frosted Nug, the #1 cannabis in Red Bank, located at 22 Bridge Avenue in Red Bank, is making a statement this week with the arrival of a new craft cannabis brand at a significant discount and the launch of a new high-potency spotlight called THC Hunters — all available in-store ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ -- A second grade student at Walter C. Black Elementary School has been named “Artist of the Month” by a national online platform for student art portfolios. In a nationwide voting competition by Artsonia.com, Palmer Virgil's winning artwork, a piece inspired by Alma Thomas, captured ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL - From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Sienna is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL, NJ- From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Santiago is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL - From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Sienna is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — St. John’s Episcopal Church will host an important presentation by the local organization Ubuntu Cultural Pavilion.“What’s Going On: Marvin Gaye, Vietnam and The Sound of a Nation in Transition” will be presented on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2:30 - 4 p.m. at St. John’s Parish ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — St. John’s Episcopal Church will host an important presentation by the local organization Ubuntu Cultural Pavilion.“What’s Going On: Marvin Gaye, Vietnam and The Sound of a Nation in Transition” will be presented on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2:30 - 4 p.m. at St. John’s Parish ...
CORAL SPRINGS, FL — The beer will turn green before St. Patrick’s Day arrives as Coral Springs plans an early Irish celebration on its city hall lawn.The Blarney Bash, now in its second year, will take place from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, at 9500 W. Sample Road in Coral Springs.The event ...
WESTFIELD, NJ — Looking to support students in the public schools? Want to have breakfast while listening to live performances? If so, come to the Westfield Rotary Club’s 59th annual Breakfast with the Bands on Saturday, Feb. 28.The event, which is open to the community, is intended to raise funds ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Mayor Caseen Gaines and the Hackensack Council took on City Hall to honor resident Matthew Whitaker for his outstanding contributions to the community, as well as for his musical expertise."Matthew blended his passion for music with his innate talent of perfect pitch and ability to ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL -- From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Santiago is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — St. John’s Episcopal Church will host an important presentation by the local organization Ubuntu Cultural Pavilion.“What’s Going On: Marvin Gaye, Vietnam and The Sound of a Nation in Transition” will be presented on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2:30 - 4 p.m. at St. John’s Parish ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - Save the Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026. Glen Rock Women in Community Service - WICS - is planning a Traditional High Tea at The Hermitage in Ho-Ho-Kus as part of the USA’s 250th Birthday Celebrations. Registration opens on Feb. 26, 2026.
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ – Rhythm & Roots: A Tribute to Black History Month, a one-night celebration featuring live music, dancing, and a buffet dinner, will take place Saturday, Feb. 28 at historic Shady Rest Country Club (820 Jerusalem Rd, Scotch Plains). The evening will feature performances by JB ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL - From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Sienna is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
HARVEY returns this weekend (Friday, February 20th) for another weekend of laughter, madcap comedy, chaos, romance, kindness, hope, and much more at Nutley Little Theatre .We have a few seats left for Friday night, limited seating on Saturday and we are SOLD OUT on Sunday. (Then we return next ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL - From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Sienna is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
VERONA, NJ – Checkmate is on the calendar at the Verona Public Library, which will host its next Chess Club meeting on Friday, Feb. 28, at 2 p.m.Players of all ages and skill levels are invited to attend, whether they are seasoned competitors or just learning the basics of the game. Participants ...
BOCA RATON, FL — The Festival of the Arts BOCA is set to mark its 20th anniversary with a 10-day slate of performances and lectures ranging from Broadway legends to Pulitzer Prize-winning historians.The festival, which runs Feb. 27 through March 8 at the Mizner Park Amphitheater, features a mix of ...
Basking Ridge, NJ — Local artists are being invited to participate in the upcoming Community Art Show hosted by the Parks & Recreation Department.Artists interested in exhibiting their work must submit entries by February 27. The exhibit provides a platform for creative residents to display ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ – Residents looking for a fun and creative way to spend a winter day are invited to the Mountainside Public Library this Friday for a special “Boxing Day” event.Taking place all day on Friday, Feb. 20, the program encourages children and families to turn simple cardboard boxes into ...