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Arts & Entertainment

March 26, 2024

PATERSON, NJ - Paterson's Fabian 8 Cinema is bidding farewell after serving moviegoers for 14 years. The theater's management announced that its last day of operation will be Easter Sunday, March 31. The decision to close comes amidst a decline in attendance, exacerbated by changing moviegoing ...

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PATERSON, NJ -  Don't tell Paterson Business Administrator that the Silk City no longer has an Irish community! Though maybe considerably smaller than generations ago when Irish immigrants were so prevalent that they had their own section of the city, known as Little Dublin, the spirit of the ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The InnerFaith Performing Arts Center, in partnership with Fourth Ward Councilwoman Ruby Cotton's office, celebrated the culmination of its 20th Annual Black History Art and Essay Contest with an award ceremony honoring the talented winners. This year, the competition attracted an ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Paterson commemorated the 118th birthday of its beloved comedy legend, Lou Costello, on Wednesday. Led by Mayor Andre Sayegh, in collaboration with the Paterson City Council and the Abbott and Costello Fan Club, the city officially renamed Madison Street from 21st Ave to Market ...

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PATERSON, NJ – Two students from Paterson School 16 have secured spots in the prestigious New Jersey Intermediate Regional Concert Band, commonly known as “Regionals”. Cecily Nunez, showcasing her vocal prowess, and Sahian Cuervo, with her percussion skills, have been selected to participate in ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Local author Lala Shymier hosted her inaugural book signing event to celebrate the release of her debut novel, "Before I Let Go" on Saturday.   Born and raised in Paterson, Shymier holds a Bachelor's degree from Kean University. Her passion for reading and writing has been a ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Museum is collaborating with the P-Tech Planetarium, Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, and the Hamilton Partnership for Paterson to present "Casting Shadows: Everything You Need to Learn about the Eclipse" at the Paterson Museum on March 3, between 10:00 ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The InnerFaith Performing Arts Center, in collaboration with Fourth Ward Councilwoman Ruby Cotton's office, announced the commencement of its 20th Annual Black History Art and Essay Contest for children.  The art and essay competition, a celebration of Black history and culture, ...

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PATERSON, NJ – First Ward Councilman Mike Jackson, Fourth Ward Councilwoman Ruby Cotton and Councilwoman-at-Large Dr. Lilisa Mimms hosted a flag raising ceremony to kick off Black History Month in Paterson on Thursday. The event also honored several individuals for their significant contributions ...

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PATERSON, NJ - To kickstart Black History Month, Mayor Andre Sayegh, alongside students of Rosa Parks High School of Fine and Performing Arts, cut the ribbon for the grand opening of the Paterson Black History Month Art Exhibit. "Hundreds of people come to City Hall every day," Sayegh said. "We ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Jenny Chen from Fine & Performing Arts Academy No. 24 won second place in the Passaic County My County Poster Contest this year.  The Contest celebrates the artistic talents of fourth graders, capturing the essence of the county's rich history, local interests, recreational ...

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SOPRANOS LOCATIONS, NJ - More than a quarter-century since its debut, the impact of The Sopranos is still felt in small New Jersey towns where the show, renowned for its authenticity about an Italian-American mobster and his family, featured heavily, bringing worldwide attention, and ...

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NORTH POLE -- With just hours to go before the logistical miracle was set to begin, the TAPinto newsroom answered a call from a blocked number. Little did we know that it would lead to an exclusive inside look at what can be called... the Santa Claus Operation. As we and many other news outlets ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Free Public Library recently transformed into a delightful haven as it hosted its "Family Dinner & Movie Night" at its Main Branch on Broadway. Wednesday night's event welcomed an auditorium bustling with over 50 families. Families were treated to a viewing of ...

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PATERSON, NJ – Paterson residents joined together with Mayor Andre Sayegh and his family, other local leaders, members of the Paterson Fire Department and Paterson Police Department, and more to kick off the holiday season at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at City Hall on ...

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PATERSON, NJ – The Paterson School District will participate in the ArtsPower Theatre on Demand program. This virtual education initiative will provide free access to streamed, fully staged and performed musicals and dramas for students in participating schools. ArtsPower Theatre on Demand is ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Paterson residents enjoyed a spooktacular Halloween this year as the city came alive with a variety of exciting community events. Mayor Andre Sayegh handed out candy to children and families at City Hall, spreading the Halloween spirit and delighting young trick-or-treaters. The ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Great Falls Youth Center, an NJCDC after-school program for Paterson high schools, held a Haunted House Lazer Tag Experience as part of its efforts to connect with the local community and offer an engaging Halloween activity. "We host various community events, and the ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Jam N' Skate Arts Fest took center stage on Saturday, offering an unforgettable day packed with artistic performances, live music, delectable cuisine, exhilarating skateboarding displays and lessons, and much more. Attendees were treated to an array of event highlights, including ...

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PATERSON, NJ - On Saturday, the New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC) hosted its annual Great Falls Neighborhood Block Party, a vibrant celebration of community spirit. The event aimed to not only bring neighbors together but also to educate local residents about the numerous ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Poetry Festival, set to take place on October 21 will be held at International High School.  In its quest to offer a unique and enriching experience, the festival has invited poetry collectives from various parts of New Jersey. These collectives are well-known for ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The Paterson Museum has officially unveiled a more than century old silk tapestry that was presented to John Phillip Holland, the inventor of the modern submarine, by Emperor Meiji of Japan (1852-1912). "Since 1989 I've been waiting to see what this would look like, and then we ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Due to inclement weather predictions, the Paterson Poetry Festival has decided to postpone its Saturday event originally scheduled for October 14 to October 21. This year's Paterson Poetry Festival holds a special surprise for students, offering them a unique opportunity to attend ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Word Seed Inc. has announced the upcoming Paterson Poetry Festival, now in its sixth year. The festival will take place at the Historic Passaic County Courthouse Plaza, located at 77 Hamilton Street, on October 13 and 14. The event will run from 9 am to 6 pm on both days. The ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Four Paterson community members who have made significant contributions to their respective fields and have worked tirelessly for the community were recognized on Tuesday at the 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Awards Luncheon.  "Paterson is known for many things, particularly its ...

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PATERSON, NJ - The City of Paterson kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month with the raising of the Mexican flag in front of city hall on Friday. The event, those celebrating said, was meant to shine a spotlight on the rich culture and invaluable contributions of the Mexican community in ...

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PATERSON, NJ - In an unprecedented underwater exploration mission, two specialized dive teams from the National Park Service (NPS) recently conducted dive operations at the Great Falls National Historical Park. The project, carried out over two days, saw the collaboration of the NPS Submerged ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Paterson's Great Falls National Historical Park set the stage for an extraordinary start to the annual Great Falls Festival, on Saturday. The first day of the highly anticipated event delivered a thrilling blend of excitement, entertainment, and community bonding. From 3:00 PM to ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Paterson's much-anticipated Great Falls Festival is making a return this year, promising three days of excitement, entertainment, and community bonding. Set to take place from September 2 to 4, at the picturesque Great Falls National Historical Park, the festival is gearing up to ...

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PATERSON, NJ - Acclaimed actor Ron Cephas Jones, best known for his role as William Hill in the beloved drama series "This Is Us" (2016–2022), passed away at the age of 66 due to a "long-standing pulmonary issue" on August 19.  Born in Paterson on January 8, 1957, Jones' journey from his ...

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