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music
Makin Waves Album of the Month: "Pine Barrens Volume Two" by Jackson Pines My favorite Jersey album last year was Jackson Pines' "Pine Barrens Volume One," the title of which had me and I'm sure a lot of other folks excited about "Volume Two," which dropped earlier this year and was supposed to be part of a combo review with "Wheel," the band's next original studio album. But Jackson Pines have been makin so many waves, they had to postpone the "Wheel" release so here's a review of "PBV2" all by its lonesome.
Split Level Concerts presents Brian Dunne and Jake Thistle on November 16th (OCEAN GROVE, NJ) -- Brian Dunne, critically acclaimed singer/songwriter and member of the popular rock band Fantastic Cat, will perform on Saturday, November 16, 2024 as part of the Split Level Concerts series at Jersey Shore Arts Center in Ocean Grove. Showtime is at 8:00pm. Jake Thistle, a New Jersey artist on the rise, will open the show.
JAZZ HOUSE KiDS Presents Annual JAZZ HOUSE Goes To College On November 9th JAZZ HOUSE KiDS is excited to announce the return of its annual free JAZZ HOUSE Goes to College program on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Trinity Commons, New York. The day-long experience for high school juniors and seniors interested in pursuing music in college and their families includes action-packed workshops, insightful panel discussion, and a college fair featuring top universities and music conservatories from across the country, including The Juilliard School, The Manhattan School of Music, New York University, Northwestern and many more.
Katchats: 10/23/24 Many years ago, when I first got involved in the music industry I was told, you gotta check out JB Kline, in Lambertville, NJ. This was early 2000, when he was just going by the name Jeff Kline.
NBPAC presents tributes to The Rat Pack and Linda Ronstadt on December 7th (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- On Saturday, December 7, 2024, the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC) hosts two concerts that will take you back in time to experience legendary artists who have influenced generations and continue to inspire.
Kelsea Ballerini to Perform Shows in Philly and Newark (NEWARK, NJ) -- After selling out her special PATTERNS release show at New York City's iconic Madison Square Garden in minutes, Kelsea Ballerini has turned her focus to a 2025 tour and taking her already captivating live show to another level. The four-time GRAMMY nominee and multiple Country Music Association Award winner has announced a 30-city, three-month arena tour that comes to Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia on February 10, 2025 and Prudential Center in Newark on February 18, 2025.
State Theatre New Jersey presents a free concert by the U.S. Navy Band - Commodores Jazz Ensemble (NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey presents a free concert featuring the U.S. Navy Band — Commodores Jazz Ensemble on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 3:00pm. Tickets are free, but reservations are required at STNJ.org.
Fantastic Cat Releases a Pair of Christmas Covers It's never too early to get into the Christmas spirit, and this year, Rolling Stone's "supergroup-you-need-to-know" Fantastic Cat is kicking off the festivities by gifting us a pair of songs they didn't even bother to write: "Holiday Road" and "Feliz Navidad," out via Missing Piece Records.
film
Teaneck International Film Festival presents a Screening of "A House is Not a Disco" (TEANECK NJ) -- The Teaneck International Film Festival presents a screening of A House Is Not A Disco on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Puffin Cultural Form. The film documents a year in the life of the storied queer beach town (Fire Island) now facing the challenge of rising seas caused by climate change. The screening begins at 4:30pm.
New Release Review - "Woman of the Hour" In 1978, a woman named Cheryl Bradshaw found herself in the role of the "bachelorette" on an episode of The Dating Game. Her job was to choose from one of three "bachelors", who were hidden behind a screen, by asking them a serious of questions and determining their suitability for a date by their answers. On shows like this, the guys do their best to provide witty answers and come off as charming, but the reality is that the woman is simply trying to determine which of them is the least creepy. After asking a series of questions, Cheryl decided that the least creepy bachelor was a 35-year-old named Rodney Alcala. Ironically, Rodney was a serial killer who had murdered at least five women at that point and would go on to claim more victims.
art
Art House Productions presents "Heretics and Renegades" group exhibition (JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Art House Productions is thrilled to present "Heretics and Renegades," a dynamic group exhibit curated by Andrea McKenna. Running from Saturday, November 2nd through Sunday, November 24, 2024. The exhibit features work by Paul Andress, Michael Bettinger, Deniz Eyüboğlu, and Jada Fabrizio.
Ocean County Library presents "Infrared Plus" by Photo Artist Frank Saragnese (TOMS RIVER, NJ) -- Familiar objects take on entirely new aspects when photographed in black and white with infrared technology. See your world in a bold, different way in "Infrared Plus" by photography artist Frank Saragnese at the Ocean County Library, November 2024 through February 2025.
community
Mercer Announces Extension of Zero-Interest Rate Loans to Businesses Through Continued Partnership with UCEDC (TRENTON, NJ) -- Mercer County Executive Dan Benson and the Board of County Commissioners announced the extension of their partnership with the UCEDC on the 0% Interest Loan Program for small businesses in Mercer County.
Zaxbys to Debut in New Jersey with Plans for First Six Locations (ATLANTA, GA) /PRNewswire/ -- Zaxbys(TM), the rapidly expanding Georgia-based QSR franchise famous for its craveable Chicken Fingerz(TM), wings and signature sauces, is excited to announce its first-ever venture into New Jersey. The first two locations, set to open in South Jersey in the summer of 2025, mark the beginning of a major expansion into the Garden State. This ambitious move is being made by the GSP Group, led by Premanand Gupta, a longtime New Jersey resident.
Celebrate Autumn at the Hackensack Environmental Justice Alliance's Sweater Weather Walk Along the Hackensack River on November 16th (HACKENSACK, NJ) -- The Hackensack Environmental Justice Alliance (HEJA) invites the public to attend "Sweater Weather Walk", a family friendly, fun event, along the Hackensack River on Saturday, November 16, 2024 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. Bring the family and dress up your pets to celebrate autumn along the Hackensack River at Foschini Park (78 River Street) in Hackensack. The event is sponsored by the Northern New Jersey Community Foundation and is free for all.
CURE Insurance Arena to host President's Day Weekend Red, White & Brew Fest (TRENTON, NJ) -- The 2nd Annual Red, White & Brew Fest presented by 107.1 The Boss, Thunder 106, and B985 will take place at the CURE Insurance Arena on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The event features over 50 styles from featured craft breweries, wineries, and spirits. There will be a VIP Session (12:00pm - 1:00m) and a General Admission session (1:00pm - 5:00pm).
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