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Middlesex County FolkLIVE: Gospel Music Festival Inspired Thousands with performances by Grammy Award-Winning Headliners Erica Campbell and Jonathan McReynolds

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- On Saturday, July 25, 2026, the Arts Institute of Middlesex County welcomed residents and visitors to Monument Square Park in New Brunswick for the third annual FolkLIVE: Gospel Music Festival, an afternoon of uplifting performances celebrating the rich traditions, cultural influence, and legacy of gospel music.



 

Hoboken Public Library Enters Next Phase of Historic Renovation

(HOBOKEN, NJ) -- The Hoboken Public Library will launch the next phase of its historic Main Library renovation on Thursday, August 13, 2026, temporarily closing the building at 500 Park Avenue while the work is underway. The project marks a milestone in the Library's Capital Master Plan, established in 2017 to guide its long-term investment in its facilities and future. It is made possible by a grant from the New Jersey Historic Trust and the Library's careful stewardship of its capital investments.

Middlesex County Plays-in-the-Park to Host Auditions for "Curious George: The Golden Meatball" on August 12th

(EDISON, NJ) -- Middlesex County's Plays-in-the-Park is holding auditions for its fall 2026 children's production of Curious George: The Golden Meatball on Wednesday, August 12, at 6:00pm at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre located inside Roosevelt Park in Edison. Everyone's favorite mischievous monkey and his friend in the yellow hat sing and dance up a storm in this adventure-filled musical.

Princeton University Library presents "The Art of Japanese Publishing: A Selection of Japanese Illustrated Books from the Marquand Library Collection 1660-1960"

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Princeton University Library celebrates the art and evolution of Japanese publishing with a new exhibition "The Art of Japanese Publishing: A Selection of Japanese Illustrated Books from the Marquand Library Collection 1660-1960," curated by Nicole Fabricand-Person, Japanese Art Specialist, Marquand Library of Art & Archaeology and Holly Hatheway, Director, Marquand Library of Art & Archaeology.

Teaneck International Film Festival announces the Sandi Klein Creative Woman in Film Award

(TEANECK, NJ) -- The Teaneck International Film Festival (TIFF) is proud to announce the inauguration of the Sandi Klein Creative Woman in Film Award, an annual honor recognizing an exceptional woman whose work in film demonstrates originality, artistic excellence, powerful storytelling, courage, leadership, and a commitment to meaningful social impact.





Middletown Arts Center presents an Indoor Summer Nights Singer-Songwriter Showcase on August 20th

(MIDDLETOWN, NJ) -- The Middletown Arts Center invites music lovers to an Indoor Summer Nights Concert: Singer/Songwriter Showcase on Thursday, August 20, 2026 in the MAC Theater. Enjoy an evening of original music and exceptional live performances from some of New Jersey’s talented singer-songwriters, including Shotgun Bill, Dan Toye, Christian Beach, Michael Brett, Erika Sherger, Frank Patrouch, Jim Crawford, Roger Gardella, Kevin Liebkemann, and Stu Coogan. Showtime is 7:00pm.

Airplane! Live with Julie Hagerty and Robert Hays at The Basie on October 9th

(RED BANK, NJ) -- You ever seen a... screening of the greatest comedy to ever hit the skies? Well surely you’ve seen Airplane! — but not like this! Count Basie Center for the Arts has clearance, Clarence, to show the beloved comedy classic, Airplane! on the BIG screen joined live by two stars of the film! The event takes place Friday, October 9, 2026 at 7:30pm.

Jon Caspi & The First Gun Share Video For "My Shrinking Brain" featuring Peter Holsapple (of The dB's)

New Jersey punk/americana rock outfit Jon Caspi & The First Gun have released a music video for their latest single, an incredibly catchy fan favorite entitled, "My Shrinking Brain" which features Peter Holsapple (known from The dB's, and his work in REM) on vocals. The song tells the true story of a strange medical misdiagnosis for a dizzy spell that Caspi experienced while driving his car. It turns out that Caspi did not have any real medical issue, but at the time, he was reeling from various misdiagnoses, including a brain aneurysm. Holsapple appears in the video as Caspi's doctor.

Trenton City Museum announces Mercer County Photography Call for Art

(TRENTON, NJ) -- Photographers aged 18 and up who live, work, or study in Mercer County, NJ, are encouraged to enter up to two photographs for consideration in the juried Mercer County Photography 2026 exhibition. The juror for 2026 is the award-winning photographer Aubrey J Kauffman of Ewing, New Jersey. Entry drop-off is Saturday, September 5, from 9:30am to 12:00pm at Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie, which is hosting the exhibition for the third time.

Stress Factory Comedy Club presents DeRay Davis this Weekend

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- The Stress Factory Comedy Club presents comedian-turned-actor DeRay Davis from July 31 to August 2, 2026. Born and raised in Chicago Illinois, DeRay has transformed his rough upbringing, street-mentality and status as a working actor into a live tour that stays fresh and ever changing.





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The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth 35mm Double Feature

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Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) - Main Stage Rahway, NJ
 

Gilbert and Sullivan’s H.M.S. Pinafore

Sunday, August 02, 2026 @ 3:00pm
Grunin Center - Main Stage Toms River, NJ
 
 
 
 






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