RAHWAY, NJ — Five-time Grammy winner Lalah Hathaway shares the record with Beyoncé for the most ‘Best Traditional R&B Performance’ awards won at the Grammys, each holding three. Having been covered by Billboard, VIBE, Essence, NPR and the New York Times, Lalah has also performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, held the number […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Come to Black & White Night, a fun evening of short silent films, accompanied by award-winning organist Ian Fraser, on the “Biggest Little Wurlitzer” on Thursday, March 28, at 7 p.m., at the Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St., Rahway. Whether you’re a silent film buff or are experiencing a […]
RAHWAY, NJ — The 19th annual Senior Art Show recently had its opening reception at the Rahway Senior Center. Artworks included watercolor, charcoal, colored pencil, pastels, acrylics and oil. Mayor Raymond Giacobbe Jr. and Fifth Ward Councilmember Danielle Newbury were in attendance. “We’re extremely impressed with these wonderfully talented seniors,” Giacobbe said. “Rahway prides itself […]
RAHWAY, NJ — In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Franklin Elementary School students spread love and joy to local senior communities, bringing smiles and heartwarming connections. Fueled by creativity and kindness, students crafted dozens of personalized cards expressing their appreciation for veterans at the NJ Veterans Memorial Home at Menlo Park. These heartfelt messages offered […]
RAHWAY, NJ — In celebration of American Heart Month and spreading warmth beyond the classroom, Franklin Elementary School’s Community Service Club crafted and donated heart-shaped fleece pillows to the Center for Hope Hospice and Palliative Care in Scotch Plains. This heartfelt initiative saw students sew, stuff and decorate dozens of soft pillows, pouring their compassion […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Dozens of colleges and organizations were in attendance at the annual Black History Month College Fair. The event was hosted by the Urban League of Union County Inc. on Saturday, Feb. 17, at the Rahway Recreation Center. DJ Savage entertained by playing rhythm and blues, hip-hop, Top 100 and reggae. Union County […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Bellini’s opera “Norma: Act 1,” conducted by Richard Nechamkin, will be presented by the New Jersey Opera Theater at Union County Performing Arts Center, 1601 Irving St., Rahway, on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 7 p.m. Bellini’s “Norma: Act 1” is a poignant tale set as a mesmerizing opera that delves into the […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Carolyn Wells, who was born and buried in Rahway, wrote more than 180 books, some of which were adapted in silent films; others became best sellers. Yet, 100 years later, there are hardly any records of Wells and her accomplishments. How does someone like this become forgotten? It’s a startling question […]
RAHWAY, NJ — Hurricane Ida in 2021 flooded Hamilton Stage with 10 inches of rain. Water was up to the stage in the theater. The entire theater had to be replaced. A soft reopening happened in July 2023, but the real celebration was on Saturday, Feb. 3, and Sunday, Feb. 4, with a full weekend […]
ASBURY PARK, NJ — New Jersey’s Premier Independent Film Festival is celebrating its 22nd Anniversary from March 21 to 24. The internationally recognized Garden State Film Festival celebrates the independent film genre by bringing a carefully curated and enriching selection of original works from locally produced filmmakers as well as from around the world. “The […]