ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Don’t miss the 2017 Essex County Free SummerMusic Concert Series. The free concert features three concert and fireworks spectaculars, Friday night concerts in Brookdale Park and nine cultural festivals. “The Essex County free SummerMusic Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage throughout our historic parks […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — LouFest 2017, held in St. Louis, Mo., from Sept. 8 to 10, promises to deliver on a diverse lineup and impressive guest experience, especially with the addition of South Orange’s Robert Randolph & The Family Band. LouFest 2017 will be held on the Upper Muny Grounds and Festival Plaza, the recently […]
IRVINGTON, NJ — Darlene Reeves founded the Determined to Achieve parents support network to provide much-needed services and socializing for children with developmental disabilities and their families, after her own daughter was diagnosed with a cognitive disorder. Now Reeves has breathed life back into the town’s Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Brownies organizations […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Office of Cultural Affairs in conjunction with the Springfield Avenue Partnership have announced the lineup for the 2017 Summer Concert Series at the Springfield Avenue Gazebo. This year’s performers reflect a diverse mix of styles ranging from reggae and salsa to indie rock and traditional jazz. Beginning Friday, June 22, […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The Historical Society of East Orange is scheduled to host its annual Lawn Reception at Cicely Tyson School of the Fine and Performing Arts on Sunday, June 11, from 3 to 6 p.m., and one of the honorees will be internationally known local hip-hop music legends Naughty By Nature. “The Historical […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Located in the heart of South Orange, First Presbyterian and Trinity Church will hold a free open house, filled with food and fun, on Sunday, June 18, from 1 to 4 p.m. Home to a diverse, inclusive and socially active congregation, First Presbyterian and Trinity is also home to the buzzed-about […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Louie Anderson is being seen in a whole new light these days thanks to his Emmy-winning portrayal of Zach Galifianakis’ mother on the hit FX series “Baskets.” But playing a matriarch is actually nothing new to the legendary comedian. As he pointed out to the News-Record, he has been channeling his […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — After two successful seasons at the South Orange Performing Arts Center, SOMA Film Festival will move the bulk of its events to The Woodland in Maplewood for its third year. The festival will take place from March 16 to 18, 2018, and with film programs being screened in the Great Hall of […]
MAPLEWOOD / SOUTH ORANGE, NJ —The 14th annual Artists Studio Tour expanded to a full weekend this year, spanning June 3 and 4. This community-supported event provides visitors a unique look at the vibrant and dynamic art scene in the two towns. With more than 70 emerging, mid-career and established artists — 20 percent of […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Gallery 1978 at Maplewood Arts Center presents its 14th annual exhibition of watercolor students from Evelyn Graves’ popular classes, beginning Saturday June 10. There will be an opening reception Sunday, June 11, from 2 to 5 p.m. The first watercolor classes for adults began in 2002 and they have been going strong […]