Arts & Entertainment

April 26, 2024

April 26, 2024 Welcome back to another great edition of the Red Bank Beat! Last week we talked about all the ribbon cuttings we were attending. Last night, Thursday, there was another one for Whipped, the new crepes/gelato/coffee place on Monmouth Street next to Mr. Pizza Slice. The ...

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Princeton, NJ – This is the weekend to get in your steps. The challenging event is the Princeton Porchfest, now enjoying its third year, when scores of musicians present their sounds of front porches and outdoor venues at 15 locations around town. The event, coordinated by the Arts Council of ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - - It's going to be a gorgeous weekend! How will you be spending it? Friday April 26 Mount Tabor Annual Tag Sale; Trinity Park in Mount Tabor; 9am - 4pm Arbor Day Celebration in Florham Park; Florham Park Public Library; 10am - 1pm Drew Orchestra Concert; The Concert ...

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BARNEGAT - The Barnegat High School Music Department is hosting their First Annual Java and Jazz Night on May 10th at 6:00 PM. The event will take place in the Barnegat High School Media Center.   

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ROSELLE PARK, NJ — Got a free weekend in May? The Casano Community Center has you covered. They are giving out free tickets for each of the next four shows at the PNC Bank Arts Center, exclusively for seniors in Roselle Park. There will be 15 free tickets for each of the following four ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — A lifelong love of games and a rare experience of having appeared on multiple game shows paid off recently when Westfield resident Scott Menke reached the final round of “Wheel of Fortune,” and had to solve the final phrase. Hostess Vanna White lit up the board with a few ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - It's going to be a gorgeous weekend! How will you be spending it? Friday April 26 Mount Tabor Annual Tag Sale; Trinity Park in Mount Tabor; 9am - 4pm Arbor Day Celebration in Florham Park; Florham Park Public Library; 10am - 1pm Softball; Madison vs De Paul Catholic ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - - It's going to be a gorgeous weekend! How will you be spending it? Friday April 26 Mount Tabor Annual Tag Sale; Trinity Park in Mount Tabor; 9am - 4pm Arbor Day Celebration in Florham Park; Florham Park Public Library; 10am - 1pm Drew Orchestra Concert; The Concert ...

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                                (April 23, 2024 – Millburn, NJ) – Paper Mill Playhouse (Mark S. Hoebee, Producing Artistic Director; Michael Stotts, Executive Director), recipient of the  Regional Theatre Tony Award, is pleased to announce the full cast and creative team for Beautiful: The ...

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KENILWORTH, NJ - Harding Elementary School is proud to perform Willy Wonka Jr. on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 7 p.m. in the Harding School Auditorium.  The show is directed by third grade teacher Mr. Joseph Mills who spearheaded the yearly elementary school production 21 years ago. Mr. Mills ...

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Bloomfield, NJ-- Skyline Theatre Company, a 21-year-old professional theatre company now calling Essex County its home, presents a special one-performance-only concert presentation of BABY, the Tony Award nominated Broadway musical, on Friday, May 10 at 7:00pm. Tickets are now on sale and ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick resident and composer, Dr. Jihee Han, will have her newest composition, “Jido Arirang” for violin and piano, premiered on May 19 at the “Celebrate AANHPI” concert at Westminster Conservatory of Music in Princeton, NJ. Han is a composer and music educator from ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick resident and composer, Dr. Jihee Han, will have her newest composition, “Jido Arirang” for violin and piano, premiered on May 19 at the “Celebrate AANHPI” concert at Westminster Conservatory of Music in Princeton, NJ. Han is a composer and music educator from ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ - What do birds actually see as they fly high above us? Here's your chance to find out with the Johnson Library drone demonstration this evening beginning at 4 p.m. Tonight, Thursday April 25, from 4 - 7 p.m. in the Library auditorium, there will be a drone demonstration that's ...

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BUTLER, NJ - Butler High School's Marching Band has released their May schedule.  May 27th join the band in their Memorial Day Parade appearance at 9 AM.  The march will begin from Butler Park and end at Sloan Park.  Practices will take place on May 1st, 8th, and 21st. 

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HAINESPORT, NJ – Burlington County is looking to find Big Rusty some new friends. Big Rusty is a massive troll who has taken up residence at the site of Hainesport’s future Creek Turn Park. A creation of artist Thomas Dambo, the large statue was made almost entirely from recycled materials found ...

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WARREN, NJ -- The Warren Township library will be closed on Friday, April 26, 2024 for continued roofing repairs. The branch will reopen at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 27. For questions, call (908) 458-8450 or email [warrentownship@sclibnj.org](mailto:warrentownship@sclibnj.org).

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WARREN, NJ -- The Warren Township library will be closed on Friday, April 26, 2024 for continued roofing repairs. The branch will reopen at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 27. For questions, call (908) 458-8450 or email [warrentownship@sclibnj.org](mailto:warrentownship@sclibnj.org).

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ - Are you ready for an unforgettable entertainment experience? Look no further than "The Beat Goes On," the acclaimed Cher tribute show starring Lisa McClowry, set to grace the Sieminski Theater (Basking Ridge) on May 4th. With performances at 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Straight from ...

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BASKING RIDGE, NJ - Experience the timeless elegance of Tony Bennett’s music with Frankie Cirell’s “The Magic Of Tony Bennett.” on June 1st at the Sieminski Theater with performances at 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm. This extraordinary show, backed by the grandeur of a full orchestra, brings to life the ...

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ROSELLE, NJ - Independent Author’s Book Experience is holding its second annual Children’s Book Festival on Saturday, June 8 from 12 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Warinaco Sports Center located at 1 Park Drive.  Among those participating will be Rahway resident Evelyn Jefferson. The event is open ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick resident and composer, Dr. Jihee Han, will have her newest composition, “Jido Arirang” for violin and piano, premiered on May 19 at the “Celebrate AANHPI” concert at Westminster Conservatory of Music in Princeton, NJ. Dr. Han is a prolific composer and music ...

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NORTH SALEM, N.Y. - Saving the world, one artwork at a time. St. James Episcopal Church in North Salem will be holding a fine art exhibition and sale, titled “Art for Action,” from 6 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 27. The charitable event will take place in the church’s Village Hall at 296 ...

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NUTLEY, NJ - Performing at Nutley's Live Music Destination, The Oakley Kitchen and Cocktails, there are three favorites returning this weekend: RPM, Hailey Duo, and Yvonnick Prene. Come for dinner, then stay for cocktails and live music. RPM, NJ's Motown, Soul and Rock n' Roll band returns on ...

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UNION, NJ - Which movie will it be?  The Township of Union Recreation Department is asking residents to pick the June 7 'Movie Under the Stars'.  The movie with the most votes will be shown on Friday, June 7 at Rabkin Park. One vote per person. Residents can cast their vote online by May ...

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Experience an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, spirits and spine-tingling stories at our four-course dinner and cocktail event with a paranormal twist. As you enjoy each course, you will be treated to a lecture on different aspects of Ghost Hunting, Equipment and Techniques.

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Traps, slaps, and schemes: It's Nutley Little Theatre's FIGARO! We promise you'll laugh. A lot. Four shows this final weekend, including Thursday Apr 25 8pm...maybe Thursday is the new Friday? And gives a chance for those in other shows to see this one! Also Friday Apr 26 8pm and Saturday Apr 27 ...

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WESTFIELD, NJ — A lifelong love of games and a rare experience of having appeared on multiple game shows paid off recently when Westfield resident Scott Menke reached the final round of “Wheel of Fortune,” and had to solve the final phrase. Hostess Vanna White lit up the board with a few ...

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HAINESPORT, NJ – Burlington County is looking to find Big Rusty some new friends. Big Rusty is a massive troll who has taken up residence at the site of Hainesport’s future Creek Turn Park. A creation of artist Thomas Dambo, the large statue was made almost entirely from recycled materials found ...

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LONG BRANCH, NJ - Looking for a rental down the shore this summer? The Town of Long Brance has issued a public service announcement regarding summer rental scams. With summer rental season approaching, the Long Branch Police Department Investigations Bureau wants the public to be aware of ...

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