Arts & Entertainment

February 4, 2026

RED BANK, NJ — This Valentine’s Day, as the world turns to flowers and chocolates, the Chorus of the Atlantic invites you to express your deepest affections through the timeless elegance of song.  From February 11th through February 14th, the Red Bank Area Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society ...

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RED BANK, NJ — This Valentine’s Day, as the world turns to flowers and chocolates, the Chorus of the Atlantic invites you to express your deepest affections through the timeless elegance of song.  From February 11th through February 14th, the Red Bank Area Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society ...

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SAYREVILLE, NJ — Husband-and-wife bakers Alex and Amanda Rivera of Sayreville are among the cake-making contestants on Is It Cake? Valentines, which premieres on Netflix on Wednesday, Feb. 4.Three baking couples of master cake artists compete. Together, they play games, craft swoonworthy cakes, and ...

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RED BANK, NJ — This Valentine’s Day, as the world turns to flowers and chocolates, the Chorus of the Atlantic invites you to express your deepest affections through the timeless elegance of song.  From February 11th through February 14th, the Red Bank Area Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society ...

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CRANFORD, NJ - The Cranford Public Library is inviting community members to try something a little unpredictable with Art Roulette, a collaborative art program taking place on Monday, February 23, at 7:00 p.m.Leala Arnold, Youth Services Librarian at the library, explained the hour-long program, ...

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Princeton, NJ — The weather outside is still frightful. Fortunately, the Arts Council of Princeton has an excuse for us to go out anyway.This winter, the community non-profit continues with its ART OF series, a lineup of two-hour workshops blending creativity, culture, and community connection.The ...

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CLIFTON, NJ - On the chilly evening of Saturday, January 31, poetry lovers filled the intimate venue at the Passaic County Literary Arts Cultural Center to witness a special moment—the official launch of Felicia Sherelle’s first poetry collection, So Good: A Poet’s Pen.The atmosphere was warm and ...

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UNION, NJ - The Union Arts Center is looking for volunteers to join their team as ushers. The volunteers will help support the local arts scene, meet fellow community members, and see what goes on behind the scenes at events at the Union Arts Center.  No prior experience is necessary.Those ...

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BOCA RATON, FL — If flowers and chocolates feel a little predictable for the upcoming Valentine’s Day, a fragrance pop-up at The Shops at Boca Center this weekend is offering a different idea — one you can personalize.On Saturday, Feb. 7, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., a complimentary Custom Fragrance Bar ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's honorary furry forecaster for Groundhog Day 2026, Paulie the Rabbit, made his first-ever prediction on Monday morning. Paulie hopped into the paws of his former neighbor and buddy, Milltown Mel II, who crossed over the rainbow bridge shortly before Groundhog Day 2022 to ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's honorary furry forecaster for Groundhog Day 2026, Paulie the Rabbit, made his first-ever prediction on Monday morning. Paulie hopped into the paws of his former neighbor and buddy, Milltown Mel II, who crossed over the rainbow bridge shortly before Groundhog Day 2022 to ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — After months of anticipation, the new East Brunswick Ice Skating facility is preparing to open its doors to the public this March, bringing a full slate of skating opportunities to the community. The Ice Arena office announced that the facility is entering its final preparation ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — Calling all Paramus students in grades 5-8! The library is offering Teen Tuesdays, a fun afternoon activity all about food!The hands-on food programs run until the end of February, with several tasty treats on the menu! Check out the upcoming item:Feb. 10: DumplingsRegistration is ...

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NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - Last year, New Providence was one of 21 communities to be designated as a Film Ready Community by the NJ Motion Picture and Television Commission.  We have already been a filming location for an episode in a new Netflix series and are supportive of additional movie and ...

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BORDENTOWN, NJ — A Bordentown author is celebrating the release of her debut collection of poetry. Roberta Batorksy’s Perihelion was released on October 31, 2025 by Prolific Pulse Press. The collection of over 100 poems uses powerful, colorful imagery — and often humor — applied to everyday life ...

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MONTCLAIR, NJ — Amid current political backlash and recent rollbacks of LGBTQ+ rights in American and abroad, the visibility of Queer Cinema history has taken on new meaning and added urgency for longtime Montclair resident and Fairleigh Dickinson University cinema studies professor Cordelia ...

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WEST ORANGE, NJ - The annual West Orange Music Faculty Concert is set for Feb. 4 at Liberty Middle School beginning at 7 pm. The concert features the district's music staff, with vocal and instrumental performances in classical, jazz and contemporary genres. The event is free and open to the ...

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Princeton, NJ – Just for fun imagine some of your extended family announce they are coming to Princeton for three of four days and are hoping you can suggest some things to while they are here. The guests know the town and the university campus. They can get around.But they would like to get out ...

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SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Winter's bite has definitely been taking its toll. So, if residents are looking for something to do or need activities for the kids and teens, check out what's happening at the South Plainfield Public Library in February. From new books to crafts, programs, holiday ...

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BELMAR, NJ – Childhood, with all its curiosity, intensity, and boundless imagination, takes center stage in Child’s Play, a new exhibition presented by the Belmar Arts Center and running from February 9 through March 7. Chaired by Terry Halifko, the show invites artists of all ages and skill levels ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's honorary furry forecaster for Groundhog Day 2026, Paulie the Rabbit, made his first-ever prediction on Monday morning. Paulie hopped into the paws of his former neighbor and buddy, Milltown Mel II, who crossed over the rainbow bridge shortly before Groundhog Day 2022 to ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's honorary furry forecaster for Groundhog Day 2026, Paulie the Rabbit, made his first-ever prediction on Monday morning. Paulie hopped into the paws of his former neighbor and buddy, Milltown Mel II, who crossed over the rainbow bridge shortly before Groundhog Day 2022 to ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Whether the groundhog saw its shadow on Groundhog Day appeared to depend on where they were checking-in this year, but in Piscataway, the township’s own furry forecaster delivered a lighthearted and optimistic outlook.Nationally, reports indicated that Punxsutawney Phil emerged in ...

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PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The morning air was crisp in Phillipsburg so the staff and friends at Lee Services gathered together indoors with the guest of honor. Was it Mayor Randy Piazza or Phillipsburg Phil himself burroughed in his den? Welcome to our neck of the woods in Northwest New Jersey, where a ...

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PARAMUS, NJ — The Paramus Recreation Commission has announced its Summer Playground camp for this year, open to kids in Kindergarten through 8th grade.  “While final camp locations are still being determined, we’re planning for an exciting, fun-filled summer,” the Commission cheered. “Our goal is ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - Move over Punxsutawney Phil. There's a new groundhog in town. Milltown that is. Okay, so technically Paulie is not a groundhog. He is a rabbit, and he's been declared the winner in the 2026 Honorary Milltown Mel contest sponsored by the Milltown For All community Facebook group.

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HILLSIDE, NJ - The Hillside Public Library will celebrate the sound, spirit, and enduring legacy of jazz during a special adult program, “Jazz Legends,” presented by Kahlil Kwame Bell on Wednesday. The program will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. at the library and is open to the public. According to ...

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EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Get your tickets for any of the three upcoming performances of Disney's Dare to Dream, Jr. musical revenue provided by the Melvin H. Kreps Middle School. The performances are happening through a special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI).Dare to Dream, Jr. is a ...

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MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's honorary furry forecaster for Groundhog Day 2026, Paulie the Rabbit, made his first-ever prediction on Monday morning. Paulie hopped into the paws of his former neighbor and buddy, Milltown Mel II, who crossed over the rainbow bridge shortly before Groundhog Day 2022 to ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Groundhog Day delivered a split decision across the region Monday, as New Jersey’s local forecasters — and the nation’s most famous groundhog — issued competing predictions about how much winter is left.At Turtle Back Zoo, Lady Edwina of Essex saw her shadow during the zoo’s ...

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