SUMMIT, NJ — Vivid Stage, in residence at Oakes Center at 120 Morris Ave. in Summit, is celebrating its 30th anniversary season, marking decades of bringing contemporary theater to audiences in the state of New Jersey. This season, the company will present 30 performances of different kinds, in locations throughout the region. Next up is […]
ELIZABETH, NJ — The Gateway Family YMCA announced tryout dates for the AscendancY Esports team on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 12:30 to 2 p.m., and Saturday, Oct. 12, from 12:30 to 2 p.m., at The Gateway Family YMCA – Elizabeth Branch, 135 Madison Ave., Elizabeth. Students in grades 6-12 who reside in Elizabeth are invited […]
UNION COUNTY, NJ — We’re now down to three undefeated football teams in Union County after Group 1 New Providence High School on Friday night, Sept. 13, and Group 5 Elizabeth High School-Frank J. Cicarell Academy on Saturday afternoon, Sept. 14, lost for the first time, both on the road. New Providence lost at Arthur […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Theater Project and the Cranford Library will launch the autumn 2024 New Play Readings series on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m., at Cranford Community Center’s 110-seat theater. Admission is free, with no registration required. “It’s like watching a rehearsal,” says Theater Project artistic director Mark Spina. “Actors are on their […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the Rahway City Council present the city of Rahway’s 2024 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations. “I am proud to host more than a month’s worth of Hispanic Heritage events in our city,” said Giacobbe. “I sincerely hope you join us in exploring the diverse histories, vibrant traditions and […]
UNION/MIDDLESEX COUNTIES, NJ — The Gateway Family YMCA will join Welcoming America, other organizations and YMCAs across the country to celebrate Welcoming Week, Sept. 13-22. Each year, Welcoming Week elevates the growing movement of communities that fully embrace new Americans and their contributions to the social fabric of our country. This week-long celebration is an […]
SUMMIT, NJ — Summit Downtown Inc. has announced the exciting return of Arts & Cars Downtown Art Festival and Peotter’s Classic Car Show on Sunday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presented in collaboration with the Visual Arts Center of NJ and Peotter’s Auto Body and Spa, this family-friendly event is designed to […]
CRANFORD, NJ — The Cranford Historical Society will host a “Fall Festival” on Sunday, Sept. 22, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Crane-Phillips House Museum, 124 N. Union Ave., Cranford. The event has become a tradition in town and will consist of crafters and vendors selling their merchandise, crafts and activities for children and […]
SPRINGFIELD, NJ — “James: A Novel,” by Percival Everett, is a re-imagining of “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn,” by Mark Twain. It is told from the perspective of Huckleberry’s friend, Jim, who is an escaped slave. The Springfield Free Public Library’s Really Good Book Discussion Group met recently to discuss the novel, which was longlisted for […]
CRANFORD, NJ — Does your teen know how to change a tire? Does your child spend hours making their nails look like a work of art? Is design your child’s passion? Is math a subject your student enjoys or needs extra help with? The Cranford Recreation and Parks Department is offering new programs this fall […]