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Second Annual "Washington's Landing in New Jersey" Event at Washington Crossing State Park

(TITUSVILLE, NJ) -- Can you imagine rowing through ice floes, and then trudging ten miles through a blizzard in the middle of the night — and your destination is a battle to decide the fate of your country? The paintings that show General Washington crossing the Delaware on that snowy Christmas night in 1776 have forever caught the imagination of the public — so much so that reenactments in Pennsylvania attract thousands of visitors each year. But what happened once the troops landed in New Jersey? Get a glimpse at Washington Crossing State Park in Titusville, NJ.



Carteret welcomes holiday season with annual Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting

(CARTERET, NJ) -- On Friday, December 1, 2023, Carteret Mayor Daniel J. Reiman will join with the Borough Council in hosting the town's annual Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting at Carteret Park. Festivities will take place from 6:00pm to 9:00pm with the annual tree lighting at 7:00pm.



Hackensack Performing Arts Center presents Kings Return

(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC) presents the GRAMMY-nominated acapella group, Kings Return, on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 6:30pm. The band recently released their first full-length holiday album, We Four Kings.



The Growing Stage presents "Ella Enchanted"

(NETCONG, NJ) -- The Growing Stage: The Children's Theatre of New Jersey will present a holiday production of Ella Enchanted from December 1-17, 2023 on Saturdays and Sundays with a special opening night performance on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 7:30pm. Written by Karen Zacarias with music by Deborah Wicks La Puma, Ella Enchanted is adapted from the book by Gail Carson Levine and introduces us to Ella of Frell, who is given the "gift" of obedience by Lucinda, her misguided Fairy Godmother.








Princeton Makes to Host "Grateful" Thanksgiving Concert on Friday

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Makes, a Princeton-based artist cooperative, will host a "Grateful" Thanksgiving as part of its coffeehouse music series on Friday, November 24, 2023 from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. The event will be held at the Princeton Makes artist studios and art market in the Princeton Shopping Center.



Art House Productions to present reading of "Dearest Pawel" by Christian Mendonça

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions presents a new play reading of Dearest Pawel written by Christian Mendonça on Friday, December 1, 2023. New Jersey playwright Christian Mendonça has been developing this play with dramaturg Emily Dzioba and Art House Productions for the past year. The play reading will feature professional actors and will be directed by Dev Bondarin. The reading is scheduled for 7:00pm.



New Jersey Ballet to Present Sensory-Friendly performance of "The Nutcracker" in Rahway

(RAHWAY, NJ) -- New Jersey Ballet presents a sensory friendly performance of The Nutcracker on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC). The Nutcracker is a beloved annual tradition enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancers and a touch of holiday magic, set to Tchaikovsky's iconic score. Showtime is 2:00pm.



bergenPAC presents Vitamin String Quartet

(ENGLEWOOD, NJ) -- Bergen Performing Arts Center (bergenPAC) presents Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at 8:00pm. Fans can expect to hear beautiful string renditions of their favorite hits as well as those that were heard in the hit Netflix show, Bridgerton, which was a huge help in launching VSQ into the mainstream spotlight.



BlowUpRadio.com's New & Notable NJ Music 11/20/23

by Lazlo
published 2023-11-20

Lazlo, founder of BlowUpRadio.com (an online radio station based around New Jersey artists), shines a light on some of the many new releases from NJ based musicians each week with this column. This week Lazlo takes a look at new releases by Pet Rock Olympian, Strange Talking Animals, Jacob Chacko, and Renee Maskin. Plus a look back at "Headlock" by Crewman Number Six.







 

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MPAC

MPAC Announces Free Summer Concert Lineup for 2026

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- Mayo Performing Arts Center's Arts in the Community free summer concert schedule for 2026 has been announced. MPAC will present six free concerts between June and August. The lineup includes the return of three of their most popular events – Bollywood Dance Party, Country Line Dancing and Salsa at Sunset, as well as singer-songwriters, and more.



Classic

Classic American Tales' presents Tales at the Dormer House every Thursday

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- From June 4 through October 15, 2026 (except for July 2), Classic American Tales (CAT) once more presents Tales at the Dormer House in which guests are treated to lemonade and tasty treats while listening to stories written by noteworthy authors, read by a variety of performers. The schedule is 4:00pm every Thursday at the historic Dormer House Bed and Breakfast (800 Columbia Avenue) in Cape May, NJ. Performances are on the front porch, weather permitting.



2026-27

2026-27 Season Preview: Split Level Concerts at Jersey Shore Arts Center

(OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Split Level Concerts at the Jersey Shore Arts Center (JSAC) in Ocean Grove has announced the full concert lineup for its third season. All shows will take place beginning at 8:00pm in JSAC's Palaia Theater. The season lineup includes Willie Nile, John Gorka, Dan Bern, Catie Curtis and Band, Stephen Kellogg, Abbie Gardner, Heather Maloney and Band, and Kim Richey. As they have done in prior years, artists from the Asbury Park music scene will open many of the shows.



MPAC's

MPAC's Summer 2026 Preview

(MORRISTOWN, NJ) -- From the versatility of Tony winner Darren Criss, the comedy of Abbott Elementary's Janelle James and the nostalgic hits of the Grateful Dead, ABBA and more, Mayo Performing Arts Center's summer lineup features a diverse set of performances and events.



Bradley

Bradley Beach presents 2026 Summer Jazz and Blues Series in Riley Park

(BRADLEY BEACH, NJ) -- The Borough of Bradley Beach presents its Summer Jazz and Blues Series for 2026 throughout July and August. Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a diverse lineup of world-class musical performances every Wednesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at beautiful Riley Park.












LATEST COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Soaked" by Kiaura Rose

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Soaked" from Kiaura Rose's debut seven-song debut album, "Vagrant."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 08/06/2026

"I am great! I was in California last weekend and just got back, I have the day off and I'm getting to chat with you so everything is great," says Monster Jam monster truck driver Angelina Nock as she let us in on the profession, her background and what we can expect when she gets behind the wheel of Megalodon at Newark's Prudential Center August 14 through 16.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Josephine" by Emily Grove

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Josephine" from Emily Grove's forthcoming EP, "Fables," which she will celebrate the release of Aug. 3 at Watermark in Asbury Park.








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