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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.



 

Wise Animal Rescue to Host "Barknic" on August 8th

(MONTCLAIR, NJ) -- Wise Animal Rescue presents Barknic, its biggest fundraising event of the year, on Saturday, August 8, 2026 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm at Lackawanna Station in Montclair. Perfect for both pets and their humans, Barknic is an indoor, family-friendly, and animal-friendly celebration that brings together the NJ community for an afternoon of fun while supporting a meaningful cause. Guests can enjoy local vendors, music, interactive activities for dogs and their humans, unique photo opportunities, and the chance to meet adoptable pets from local rescue organizations.

Princeton Public Library Events In August 2026

(PRINCETON, NJ) -- Here is a look at events taking place at the Princeton Public Library (65 Witherspoon Street) in August 2026. The month includes movie screenings, book discussions, music concerts, technology classes and more.

Catsbury Park Cat Convention to Take Place October 10-11, 2026

(HOLMDEL, NJ) -- Catsbury Park announces the return of the Catsbury Park Cat Convention, taking place October 10–11, 2026 for two full days of feline fun at Bell Works in Holmdel. The beloved annual event brings together cat lovers from across the region for a weekend filled with adoptable cats, educational presentations, celebrity guests, interactive activities, shopping, and community. Attendees can browse a bustling Vendor Village featuring artists, makers, and pet-focused businesses, meet local rescue organizations, and learn more about cat welfare and adoption efforts.

The Grunin Center for the Arts Announces Fall 2026 Lineup

(TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College has unveiled its 2026 fall season, with more than two dozen performances spanning music, comedy, theater, and dance, with something for nearly every taste. The season runs from August to December at the Grunin Center, located in Building #11 on the OCC main campus on College Drive in Toms River.





Scare Actors Wanted for Six Flags Great Adventure - Fright Fest

(JACKSON, NJ) -- Six Flags Great Adventure is currently seeking energetic, creative, and reliable individuals to join their team as Scare Actors and Ghouls for the upcoming Halloween season.

Two New Jersey Students Among Five To Represent USA at 2026 International Economics Olympiad in China

(SHENZHEN, CHINA) -- Shashank Madala, a rising senior at Robbinsville High School, and Jesse Zhang from Elite Preparatory Academy in Hopatcong, were two of five students selected by the USA Economics and Business Olympiad (USAEBO) to represent the United States at the 2026 International Economics Olympiad (IEO). The event took place July 12-19 in Shenzhen.

New Jersey State Council on the Arts Celebrates Six Decades of Service to the Garden State

(TRENTON, NJ) -- On July 22nd, the New Jersey State Council on the Arts celebrated six decades of service to artists, arts organizations, and communities across the state at its Annual Meeting, held at Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton. The event featured special performances by Deborah Mitchell and Omar Edwards, 2026 Arts Council Heritage Fellows.

"Allen AME: Our Stories, Our Space, Our Legacy" to Celebrate Faith, History, Art, and Community

(CAPE MAY, NJ) -- The public is invited to attend "Allen AME: Our Stories, Our Space, Our Legacy," a free special program honoring the enduring history and cultural significance of the former Allen African Methodist Episcopal Church in Cape May. The event will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm at the Clemans Theater for the Arts at the historic Allen AME Church (717 Franklin Street) in Cape May.

Monmouth Arts to Honor George Clinton, Dorothea Bongiovi, Harlan Coben, Nicole Atkins and PNC Bank Arts Center at Annual Gala

(ASBURY PARK, NJ) -- Monmouth Arts presents BRING ON THE FUNK: Where the Arts Get Down, an unforgettable celebration of music, creativity, culture, and community taking place on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the iconic The Asbury Hotel and Asbury Lanes in Asbury Park. The evening will honor an extraordinary lineup of trailblazers and cultural leaders whose work has made a lasting impact across music, literature, community service, and the arts.





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New Brunswick Heart Festival

Saturday, August 08, 2026 @ 2:00pm
State Theatre New Jersey New Brunswick, NJ
 

Bingo Loco

Saturday, August 29, 2026 @ 7:00pm
Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center Carteret, NJ
 
 
 
 






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