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Fourth Annual NorwesFest 2024 to Take Place June 22nd

(LONG VALLEY, NJ) -- Set in the bucolic fields of Ort Farms (25 Bartley Road) in Long Valley, NorwesFest returns for its fourth year on June 22, 2024 and it promises to be another annual event to remember. Whether it's the delightful day on the farm with family, or the elegant night under the stars with spouse, partner, or friends – there will be plenty to do at NorwesFest 2024.



Classic American Tales offers a free playwriting workshop in Cape May Court House

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, Classic American Theater (CAT) is offering a Playwriting Workshop for free at The Cape May Court House Public Library (30 Mechanic Street) in Cape May Court House, NJ. The workshop, for ages 17 on up, is geared for those who have written plays, as well as those who have always wanted to try their hand at it. The workshop runs from 6:00pm to 7:30pm.



SOPAC partners with North Jersey Pride to present its 2024 Pride Programming Throughout June

(SOUTH ORANGE, NJ) -- In partnership with North Jersey Pride, the South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) presents its second annual celebration of the robust and vibrant LGBTQIA+ community, in and around South Orange and Maplewood with comedians, drag queens, GRAMMY-nominated talent, and more. From a hilarious performance from stand-up comedian and South Orange native Jessica Kirson to Drag Me to Oz, A Wizard of Oz-themed Drag Show, SOPAC has something for everyone during the month of June.



Jackson Friends of the Library to Hold Annual Book Sale

(JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ) -- Freshening up your reading, viewing or listening collection? Hunting for bargains? Stock up and save during the Jackson Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale, which takes place Tuesday, June 25 through Saturday, June 29, 2024 at the Ocean County Library Jackson Branch.








Blues Wine & BBQ to Take Place in Gloucester County

(MULLICA HILL, NJ) -- Don't miss the ultimate finger-licking summer bash at Blues Wine & BBQ, taking place June 22-23, 2024 at the Gloucester County Fairgrounds in Mullica Hill from 12:00pm to 5:00pm each day. New Jersey wineries will kick off the summer in smokin' blues style with live music from Fish Eyed Blue on Saturday and Peter V & The Blues Train on Sunday.



Hackensack Performing Arts Center presents Robert Creighton: What a Character!

(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Performing Arts Center presents Robert Creighton: What a Character! on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 8:00pm. The award-winning actor will share songs and stories from his Broadway journey. A show for the whole family!



moe-tion dance theater presents Intermix ~ A Choreography Showcase at Centenary Stage Company

(HACKETTSTOWN, NJ) -- Under the artistic direction of Maureen Glennon Clayton, moe-tion dance theater will present a new event, Intermix ~ A Choreography Showcase, as part of the Centenary Stage Company's season at Centenary University on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 7:00pm.



Three Parent Fellows from Arts Ed Newark's Arts Ambassadors Program have been selected to receive Prudential Community Grants

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Three Parent Fellows from Arts Ed Newark's Arts Ambassadors Program have been selected to receive Prudential Community Grants. Six parent fellows applied, with Maria Oluwayemi of the South Ward, Oluwamodupe Idowu of the South Ward and Xilena Woods of the West Ward receiving between $2,500-$5,000 of funding for their projects, which will "increase resident access to opportunity and improve quality of life" in the city of Newark.



Asbury Park Brewery Opens On Cookman Ave

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Asbury Park Brewery, a brewery that brings craft beer and music together, announces the opening of its new location. The space is officially open to the public starting Friday, May 24th at 4:00pm and is located at 614 Cookman Ave, Asbury Park, NJ.







 

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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.



Princeton

Princeton Summer Theater presents "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown"

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton Summer Theater's 2026 Children's Show is You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, which runs weekends from June 20 to August 1, 2026. A beloved musical since its premiere in 1967, Clark Gesner brings Charles M. Schulz's "PEANUTS" characters to the stage. The musical ventures through the highs and lows of young life, from baseball and homework to young love and friendship. With an empathetic and whimsical eye, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown reminds us of the importance of connection and joy.



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.












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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.




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 07/30/2026

"Yeah, the idea started early last year," enthusiastically stated guitarist Adrian Vandenberg as he discussed his upcoming "My Whitesnake Years" tour, a conglomeration of hits from some of the most revered classic rock acts of all time. "Last year it was 35 years ago when Whitesnake headlined the legendary Donington Festival in England. So, we thought it would be a good thing to celebrate that anniversary and do a "My Whitesnake Years" tour and when we were done, people from all over the world began asking if we'd be willing to do a run here or there and we went to Scandinavia, Spain and there is actually more stuff in the pipeline for next year also and of course now to the United States and it has been a lot of fun so far."




Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Spiral Will" by Solace

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Spiral Will," a single and video from "Fading Failing Ruin," the latest album from doomy Jersey Shore dirt metal greats Solace.








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