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Ocean County Library Toms River Branch Hosts Oil Painting Instruction for Teens

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Young adults can sharpen their art skills, or develop new ones, during "LBI Lighthouse Painting for Teens" at the Ocean County Library Toms River Branch on Tuesday, April 18. Ocean County-based artist Liz Paseler will demonstrate her techniques of applying oil paints to canvas and will offer step-by-step instructions as participants create their own striking renditions of the Long Beach Island Lighthouse. All materials will be provided. The event begins at 3:00pm.



World Premiere of "Darkness of Light: Confessions of a Russian Traveler" to have limited run in NYC

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Dol Productions and Pivot Productions have announced the world premiere production of Alexander Kaletski's Darkness of Light: Confessions of a Russian Traveler, directed by Michael Mailer (The Minute You Wake Up Dead with Morgan Freeman, Heart of Champions with Michael Shannon, Blind with Alec Baldwin and Demi Moore) in his legit debut. Darkness of Light will play a limited engagement at The 36th Street Theatre (312 W 36th St. 4th floor, New York, NY). Performances begin Thursday, March 30, and continue through Sunday, April 16.



New Jersey Theatre Alliance Appoints Career Accelerator Program Fellows

New Jersey Theatre Alliance ("the Alliance"), has announced their inaugural cohort of Career Accelerator Fellows: Amoria Burks, Jamie Goodwin, and Dez Wesley. The three Fellows will participate in a 6-month paid experience comprising placements with professional theatres and the Alliance itself to learn about theatre management in real-world contexts.



Exhibition at Grounds for Sculpture Pays Tribute To Spiral Q Organization

(HAMILTON, NJ) -- Grounds For Sculpture will present the site-specific exhibition Spiral Q: The Parade this spring to highlight Spiral Q, a community-based organization now in its 27th year, and its rich history of a take-to-the streets (real and virtual) approach to creating an unflinching and joyous commitment to justice and equality. They are honored to present their first retrospective exhibition showcasing 27 years of community partnerships, creativity, and advocacy. A key part of their tenure at GFS includes a three week residency with Artworks Trenton, building to a public parade at Grounds For Sculpture.








Melissa Romo's Book Launch for "Your Resource Is Human: How empathetic leadership can help remote teams rise above" to Take Place in Hoboken

(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- Mile Square Theatre hosts a Book Launch/Meet the Author Event for "Your Resource Is Human: How empathetic leadership can help remote teams rise above" by Melissa Romo on April 3, 2023 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Admission is free.



RescuePoetix, 2022-2024 Beat Poet Laureate features at New Jersey City University and Downtown Urban Arts Festival

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Join us April 12 - 13th, 2023 for the 6th Annual LATI Colloquium at New Jersey City University. The 6th Annual LATI Colloquium will feature art exhibitions, performances, music, thesis, panels, and amazing presentations from both students and academic faculty. This event is Free and Open to the Public. The event will be held at New Jersey City University, 2039 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ.



RVCC Holocaust Institute to Offer Online Educational Series Focusing on Genocides Around the World

(BRANCHBURG, NJ) -- In commemoration of Genocide Awareness Month, the Institute of Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Raritan Valley Community College will present an online educational series, "Genocide Has No Boundaries," Fridays, April 14, 21 and 28, and May 5, from 10:00am to 11:00am.



Mill Demonstrations to Resume at Historic Walnford

(UPPER FREEHOLD, NJ) -- The Monmouth County Park System has announced that the 19th century gristmill at Historic Walnford, Upper Freehold, will resume its demonstrations starting Saturday, April 1. Held at 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm & 3:30pm, these demonstrations show how corn was ground into meal. Lasting approximately 15 minutes each, demonstrations are free and offered on weekends through November.



'Neither on Our Knees nor Hanging From Trees' - Alison Saar and Toni Morrison Foster the "Cycle of Creativity" of Black Women

by Ilene Dube, JerseyArts.com
published 2023-03-24

Hair. It seems a trivial topic to lead off with when discussing two of the most accomplished, influential women in literature and the arts. And yet you can't ignore the references to the reclamation of Black female identity through hair in the artwork of Alison Saar.







 

EVENT PREVIEWS

NJPAC

NJPAC presents a Spring Season of Jazz

(NEWARK, NJ) -- New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) presents a Spring Season of Jazz with free monthly jazz jams at Clement's Place and two special concert events inside the Victoria Theater. This series, running from September through June, is co-presented by NJPAC's Jazz Advisory Committee and Rutgers University–Newark's Institute of Jazz Studies (IJS). Immerse yourself in the relaxing sounds of jazz music that stimulate the players’ and listeners' minds.



PBS'

PBS' Independent Lens Launches 20th Season of Free Pop-Up Screening Series in Teaneck and Nationwide

(TEANECK, NJ) -- The award-winning PBS documentary series, INDEPENDENT LENS, presents the launch of the upcoming season of Indie Lens Pop-Up in partnership with the Teaneck International Film Festival and the Puffin Cultural Forum. The season kicks-off on February 4, 2026 with The Librarians and continues through May. The series is free for all but sign up is required.



State

State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.



Megan

Megan Thee Stallion to make her Broadway debut in "Moulin Rouge! The Musical"

(NEW YORK, NY) -- Producers of the Tony Award®-winning, record-breaking Broadway hit Moulin Rouge! The Musical have announced that three-time Grammy Award-winning superstar and actress Megan Thee Stallion will make her Broadway debut in the production as "Zidler", impresario of the titular nightclub. Taking the stage for a strictly limited 8-week engagement, Megan will light up the Al Hirshfeld Theatre from Tuesday, March 24th to Sunday, May 17, 2026, promising an unmissable, moment in the show's legendary run.



Hunterdon

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents "Some Enchanted Evening"

(HAMPTON, NJ) -- Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents Some Enchanted Evening from April 7 through May 16, 2026. This is a celebration of songs that have become a part of our lives. We sing them in the shower and we sing them to entertain and amuse.












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Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 05/02/2026

Due to a death in the family, the "Sound Bites" weekly column has ben postponed for this week. However, the listings of live music and entertainment are enclosed; we shall return on Thursday May 7 which happens to be the same day as the monthly "Rock On Radio" Happy Hour at the Nottingham Tavern located at 9 Mercer Street in Hamilton Square, NJ with music by Carmen Marranco.




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Make It Happen" by Mike Chick

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Make It Happen" by Asbury Park Yawn Mower legend Mike Chick from "Congarts," his third solo album and second for Mint 400 Records.




Lighty's Corner: April 30, 2026

The second episode of Lighty’s Corner is live! This is a bi-weekly recorded radio show presenting new rock music from around the globe. Each of the 15 new tracks played were received via email within the last two weeks - a practice I hope to continue each time.








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