Arts & Entertainment
By ED DOYLE
December 8, 2025
DOYLESTOWN, PA—The annual Holiday Lights Bike Ride returned to the streets of Doylestown last Thursday night as a group of nearly 40 cyclists braved the cold to ride through town on bikes decorated with lights and holiday decorations.The group assembled at Broad Commons Park at 6 p.m. before making ...
KENILWORTH, NJ - Please see the list of events hosted by the Kenilworth Public Library the week of Dec.8 - Dec. 13.THIS WEEK AT THE LIBRARY....Monday, December 8:BINGO FOR CHILDREN (6:30pm - 6:00pm)Ages: 3 & up_______________________________________Tuesday, December 9:LAP SIT (10:30am – ...
JERSEY CITY, NJ - Jersey City’s Historic Downtown Special Improvement District (HDSID) is gearing up for their annual Happy Holiday market.“For anyone not yet in the holiday spirit, the HDSID’s market is the perfect place to start,” said Alyssa Dobles, Social Media & Market Manager for the ...
CLINTON TOWN, NJ - Clinton has a new chapter to celebrate - Read Mill Books, a lovingly curated indie bookstore whose name playfully nods to the town’s iconic Red Mill. Owner Jillian has filled the shelves with all her favorites: fantasy, thrillers, romance, historical fiction, and sci-fi. Every ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - Robbinsville students are promising an “unforgettable evening of rhythm, color, and culture,” this Friday as the Robbinsville Asian American Dance Association (RAADA) hosts their 4th annual showcase.The event, which is set to take place at Robbinsville High School, will include ...
RAHWAY, NJ — There will be a holiday flea market on Saturday, December 13, at Rahway's St. Thomas the Apostle Byzantine Catholic Church, located at 1407 St. Georges Ave. The flea market will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Some items available for purchase include homemade centerpieces and cards, ...
FLEMINGTON, NJ - The Hunterdon Holiday Parade made its way down Main Street in Flemington Dec. 6, with marching bands, holiday floats, first responders, scouts and an appearance from Santa.
FLEMINGTON, NJ - Flemington Borough held its annual Christmas tree lighting Dec. 5 at the Flemington Veterans Memorial.It featured a visit from Santa and more, and was coordinated by Cub Scout 61.
BRIDGEWATER, NJ - Bridgewater-Raritan High School put on a production of “The Outsiders” Dec. 4 through Dec. 6.Performing in the play were Madison Mattis, Sahib Bal, Kyle Johnson, Kate Hinton, Jacob Rizkalla, Patrick Abdelmaseeh, Ava Castillo, Sebastian Perez, Olivia Tang, Libia Fisher, Noelle ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Get in the holiday spirit with JPL!On Monday, Dec. 15, while supplies last, gift wrap will be available for residents to drop in and wrap gifts.The event will be from 5:30 to 8 p.m.The library is located at 274 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ.
HAMILTON, NJ- The Hamilton Public Library will host their Winter Vendor Fair on Sunday, December 14.The fair will be held at the library at 1 Justice Samuel Alito Jr. Way from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.In addition to a number of local and area vendors, Elsa and Anna will be visiting from 12:00 p.m. until ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Hanover resident Stephanie Eagan appeared among the soloists as the Bloomfield Chorale welcomed an enthusiastic audience to its Winter Glow concert on Saturday. Held at Watchung Presbyterian Church in Bloomfield, the program featured holiday classics, international arrangements, ...
WARREN, NJ — Warren Township kicked off the holiday season on Saturday with a bonfire, carriage rides, food trucks, a petting zoo, tree lighting and fireworks at the third annual Holiday Festival. And Santa Claus made it to Warren after almost being stuck in the North Pole storm this year.See PHOTO ...
VAUXHALL, NJ — The Vauxhall Branch Library will host a festive Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 13, featuring storytelling, music, film, food, and community discussion.The program will welcome Shirley Johnson, a storyteller known for her multicultural and African-American tales. Johnson ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Peter Mayer, singer, songwriter and guitarist is in the midst of his 26th anniversary tour of "Stars and Promises” with a show scheduled Friday, Dec. 12 at Somerville High School.Mayer has released 25 of his own albums, toured internationally with his own band, and has been lead ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Peter Mayer, singer, songwriter and guitarist is in the midst of his 26th anniversary tour of "Stars and Promises” with a show scheduled Friday, Dec. 12 at Somerville High School.Mayer has released 25 of his own albums, toured internationally with his own band, and has been lead ...
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The spirit of the season was alive and shining bright as residents gathered for the community’s beloved Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6. The evening brought neighbors, families, and friends together to celebrate the start of the holiday season with warmth, gratitude, ...
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Late afternoon, December 6, 2025, many residents both with and without children gathered in Spiotta Park in the center of South Orange Village to celebrate the arrival of the holiday season. Shortly after they arrived and had assembled around the open space used for performances, ...
MAPLEWOD, NJ - It was a bit before 1:00 pm Saturday, December 6, 2025 and the children and parents were lining up to see the annual arrival of Santa Claus in one of the South Essex Fire Department Engines, so that they could see, visit, share their gift wishes and come away with a candy cane. Then, ...
SHIP BOTTOM, N.J. — The Borough of Ship Bottom has announced the winners of the 46th Annual Christmas Parade, capping off a festive celebration that brought the community together to ring in the holiday season.Officials extended their gratitude to all participants, spectators, and organizations ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Southern Regional High School (SRHS) Performing Arts department successfully ushered in the holiday season with a joyous and beautifully executed Middle School and High School Choir Holiday Concert on Thursday evening. The event played to a sold-out crowd, filling the ...
SHIP BOTTOM, N.J. — The Borough of Ship Bottom has announced the winners of the 46th Annual Christmas Parade, capping off a festive celebration that brought the community together to ring in the holiday season.Officials extended their gratitude to all participants, spectators, and organizations ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Santa will be coming to Doylestown’s Central Park on Saturday, Dec. 13, for a holiday celebration.The free festivities will kick off in the township’s new community center from 1-4 p.m. The afternoon will feature photos with Santa and Mrs. Clause, hot chocolate and cookies, holiday ...
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The Borough of North Plainfield officially kicked off the 2025 holiday season on Sunday, Dec 7 with the arrival of Santa Claus and the lighting of the tree at the Vermeule Community Center. North Plainfield families gathered to see Santa arrive on a fire truck, posed for ...
Princeton, NJ — In spite of the evening's extremely frosty weather, a capacity crowd of music fans attended the Princeton Symphony Orchestra's (PSO's) Holiday Brass "Holiday Delights" concert at the historic Trinity Church on Thursday, December 4. The performance included traditional selections ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary Dec-8-13Mon, 12/8 - Children's Holiday Games, Coloring, and Crafts @ 4 PM*Mon, 12/8 - Teen Baking Red Velvet Cookies @ 4 PM*Mon, 12/8 - Linden and it's History: A Talk with Linden historian, Fred Cassel @ 6:30 PMTues, 12/9 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, ...
BLOOMFIELD, NJ — Hanover resident Stephanie Eagan appeared among the soloists as the Bloomfield Chorale welcomed an enthusiastic audience to its Winter Glow concert on Saturday. Held at Watchung Presbyterian Church in Bloomfield, the program featured holiday classics, international arrangements, ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - A Whippany Park High School Senior has been honored as one of the MPAC Students of the Month for October. The 12th grade recipient of this award is Anthony DiMontova.Students were nominated by their teachers and were chosen by the Theatre’s Education Department based on their ...
PARAMUS, NJ — Looking for something fun to do this week? Check out these events at the Paramus Public Library:Tuesday, Dec. 9:Korean Book Club (18+)11:15 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.Join the Korean Novel Book Club led by Crystal Lee, author, and translator. Meet new friends as you read and discuss Korean ...
WARREN, NJ — Warren Township kicked off the holiday season on Saturday with a bonfire, carriage rides, food trucks, a petting zoo, tree lighting and fireworks at the third annual Holiday Festival. And Santa Claus made it to Warren after almost being stuck in the North Pole storm this year.See PHOTO ...