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Arts Institute of Middlesex County Offerings In May 2024

originally published: 05/06/2024


The Arts Institute of Middlesex County is presenting, promoting, and supporting various arts and culture events, exhibitions, and shows throughout May 2024. These events are free to enjoy for all County residents and beyond.

May's event highlights include:

Natural and Organic Gardening Seminar: Join experts at the EARTH Center on Tuesday, May 7 at 1:00pm to Learn new tips to manage your flower beds, shrubs, trees, lawn, and vegetable gardens with minimal, if any, synthetic chemical additives. For more information or registration, contact the EARTH Center at 732-398-5262 or e-mail [email protected].

A Night at the Movies: Join the Woodbridge Community Choir on Saturday, May 11 at 7:30pm as their Spring 2024 concert will mesmerize audiences with songs from some of the best and most popular movie soundtracks, including The Wizard of Oz, West Side Story, and Harry Potter. Following the concert, attendees are invited to a reception with light refreshments provided by the choir.

History Day: Head to East Jersey Old Town Village on Saturday, May 18 from 10:00am-4:00pm, and immerse yourself in art, culture, craftsmanship, and architecture as historical interpreters bring history to life! Countless activities, including home & hearth demonstrations, traditional musical performances, wagon rides, children's crafts, stone carving, and a 19th-century print shop will captivate guests throughout the grounds and buildings of this local treasure. Visitors can also take a quick shuttle to the Cornelius Low House to check out the Micah Williams exhibit!




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Setting Up for Success: Early Season Gardening: On Saturday, May 18, join the EARTH Center to learn best practices for pest control, plant selection, and garden planning with hands-on demonstrations, while discovering Rows for the Hungry, the EARTH Center’s donation garden. For more information or registration, contact the EARTH Center at 732-398-5262 or e-mail [email protected].

Throughout the month of May, visit middlesexcountyculture.com for full details on all the events listed above and many more! Registration details and links to live-stream events are available.




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EVENT PREVIEWS

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Roselle Park Arts Festival returns April 25th

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(ROSELLE PARK, NJ) -- The Roselle Park Arts Festival, a free community-wide celebration of the arts, will return Saturday, April 25, 2026, bringing artists, live music and family-friendly activities to downtown Roselle Park.
Morris Arts presents 18th Annual Great Conversations on April 29th

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(FLORHAM PARK, NJ) -- Morris Arts presents the 18th Annual Great Conversations on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 6:00pm-9:30pm at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park. This one-of-a-kind gala supporting Morris Arts encourages guests to unplug, make meaningful face-to-face connections, and immerse themselves in the art of conversation.
U.S. Olympic Gold Medalists Headline 2026 Stars on Ice Tour

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(NEWARK, NJ) -- U.S. Figure Skating returns from Milan with one of the most decorated American teams in Winter Olympic history. The 2026 Stars on Ice tour will bring the opportunity to celebrate their achievements to Newark on Friday, May 1, 2026 for a 7:00pm performance at Prudential Center.
2026 Down & Derby Wine Festival: A Day of Wine, Music, and Derby Fun in South Jersey

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RVCC presents Bill Blagg

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Victoria Clark, Norm Lewis, Tony Yazbeck, Rashidra Scott, and Lea DeLaria to Perform at George Street Playhouse Gala

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Garden State Wine Growers Association presents SIPS, STARS & STRIPES: A NJ Wine Revolution on May 30th

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(SUMMIT, NJ) -- On Saturday, June 6, 2026, the Visual Arts Center of New Jersey will celebrate its spring exhibitions with a Community Day event. The day, which will feature artist-led walks around Summit, a live podcast recording, and drop-in workshops, will run from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
2026 Princeton Festival to Take Place June 5-21 at Morven Museum & Garden

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(PRINCETON, NJ) -- The Princeton Symphony Orchestra (PSO) is pleased to announce that world-renowned bel canto soprano Sondra Radvanovsky and The Bacon Brothers, Michael and Kevin, are scheduled to perform at the 2026 Princeton Festival. At the core of the Festival, there is live opera with Festival veteran and current Met Opera star Toni Marie Palmertree returning to sing the title role in Puccini's Madama Butterfly. These major stars typify the quality of musical offerings to be found at this year's Festival which runs from June 5-21 on the grounds of Morven Museum & Garden.

 

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