Thursday, May 17, 2012
Attendees are invited to join musicologist Dr. Barbara Thomson before the concert at 6:15 p.m.
On Sunday, May 20 at 7 p.m. at the Presbyterian Church in Westfield, Westfield Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Maestro David Wroe, presents SIMPLE GIFTS, a season finale concert of pioneering American themes, musical landscapes, spiritual journeys and supreme orchestral sounds. The concert presents works by Aaron Copland, including the emotional and awe-inspiring Appalachian Spring orchestral suite. Capturing the essence of an ideal America and with the iconic melody “Simple Gifts” at the pinnacle, Appalachian Spring is one of today’s most recognizable and beloved American orchestral works. The audience will also enjoy the opportunity to revel in the exuberant “Hoe-Down” from Copland’s Rodeo. The concert will open with another …
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The Presbyterian Church in Westfield
140 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
Event celebrates its 30th season.
When is a balloon festival not (just) a balloon festival? That’s a tough question, especially when a huge yearly event is billed as such (I mean, it's called the Festival of Ballooning, after all) and there certainly are plenty of hot-air balloons to be displayed. Still, the Quick Chek Festival of Ballooning—in its 30th year, running from July 27 through 29 at Solberg Airport in Readington—is also part amusement park, with a healthy number of rides, an arts-and-crafts emporium, a yoga and Zumba demonstration, and lots and lots of food. Of the 30 years, Quick Chek has been a major sponsor for 20. And for the first time, Patch is partnering with the festival to get you in at a great price. Between May 13 and 20, use this link to buy tickets …
Friday, May 11, 2012
Feed your soul and support local artists. Get out and support local musicians this weekend!
Crossroads Voices Against Brain Cancer fundraiser Sat: Wandering Bards, No Code, Gypsy Eyes Sun: Closed for Mother's Day xxroads.com Sat: Rob Papperozzi Sun: Joe Regan
From music to comedy, there are plenty of ways to find a weekend diversion.
The Borgata THIS WEEKEND: Saturday — Florence & The Machine, Event Center NEXT WEEK: Beach Boys 50th Anniversary Tour, 8 p.m., Saturday, May 19, Event Center; Joan Rivers, 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, May 19, The Music Box BOOK IT NOW: Hip-hoppin' stud du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Friday, May 25, Event Center, Rock icon Steve Winwood, 9 p.m., Friday, May 25, the Music Box Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank THIS WEEKEND: Tonight — Music, cultural and biofuel icon Willie Nelson performs at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday — Country singer LeAnn Rimes performs at 7:30 p.m. NEXT WEEK: No shows BOOK IT NOW: Steve Winwood, whose music and influence on music has spanned decades, …
Friday, May 4, 2012
Feeling the urge to get out and hear some music to recharge the batteries? Check out these Union County hotspots.
Crossroads David Johansen, Frankenstein 3000, Raven's Ballroom, Eric Harrison Sat: It's What You Think, Hammond 2:30 Sun: Relay for Life Benefit, Inskagnito, Great Waves xxroads.com Sat: TBA Sun: Joe Regan Downtown Uproar, Streets of Fire, Go For Launch
From the Borgota to the Wellmont Theatre, there are plenty of ways to enjoy yourselves this weekend.
The Borgata THIS WEEKEND: Tonight — Russell Brand, the soon-to-be former-Mr.-Katy-Perry does, well... whatever it is that he does, Thursday and Friday, May 4,5, 9 p.m., The Music Box; Comedian-turned-sitcom-star-turned-talk-show-host-turned-comedian George Lopez, 9 p.m., Friday, May 5, Event Center NEXT WEEK: Florence & the Machine, 8 p.m., Friday, May 12, Event Center BOOK IT NOW: Joan Rivers, 6 p.m., Friday, May 19, The Music Box; Hip-hoppin' stud du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Thursday, May 25, Event Center Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank THIS WEEKEND: No shows this weekend NEXT WEEK: Trailer Park Boys, a hiliarious troupe of comedians that have created a …
Thursday, May 3, 2012
This is your last chance to sign up for a ticket to the "beertography” exhibit by Daryl Meek next Monday.
As NewJerseyCraftBeer.com asks it: What better way to enjoy great beer art than in an open reception with a great beer in your hand along side others that appreciate both great beer and great art? Digital artist Daryl Meek will be on hand to showcase his work. But to get a pair of complimentary brews, you must be one of the first 100 people to sign up for a beer ticket, here: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3361876463/efbnen .
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Hat Tavern
570 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ
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Saturday, April 28, 2012
Aardman Animations' latest creation is a pirate adventure.
It's a handcrafted means to making an animated movie, and based on critics' reviews, "The Pirates! Band of Misfits" is a stop-motion winner. Not sure what stop-motion animation is? Think back to "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer", circa 1964. Or the 2009 films "Fantastic Mr. Fox" and "Coraline". From the producers of the 2000 stop-motion flick "Chicken Run" comes a pirate tale in which the generically named Pirate Captain (voiced by Hugh Grant) is on a mission to thwart his rivals and win the award for Pirate of the Year. Los Angeles Times film critic Kenneth Turan calls the movie "a clever piece of business that is a complete pleasure to experience." Michael Phillips, writing for the Chicago Tribune, writes "Pirates!" is "maniacally …
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Digiplex Cranford Theater
25 North Avenue W, Cranford, NJ
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Friday, April 27, 2012
Rock, rap, piano bars? If you feel like rockin' the 'burbs, you can find somewhere to get your groove on this weekend.
Crossroads Elevator Art, Broken Darling, Blue Meanie (Monkees tribute band) Sat: The Small Mice, J.R.S., Enjoy April, The Deadbeats Sun: School of Rock: Guitar Gods and British Invasion xxroads.com Sat: Rob Poparazzi Sun: Joe Regan The McClures
Country star highlights a variety of live performances perfect for couples in need of a date night.
The Borgata THIS WEEKEND: Saturday — Angst-pop stars Counting Crows deliver their hits and new songs, 8 p.m., Event Center NEXT WEEK: Russell Brand, the soon-to-be former-Mr.-Katy-Perry does, well... whatever it is that he does, Thursday and Friday, May 4,5, 9 p.m., The Music Box; Comedian-turned-sitcom-star-turned-talk-show-host-turned-comedian George Lopez, 9 p.m., Friday, May 5, Event Center BOOK IT NOW: Florence & the Machine, 8 p.m., Friday, May 12, Event Center; Joan Rivers, 6 p.m., Friday, May 19, The Music Box; Hip-hoppin' stud du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Thursday, May 25, Event Center Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank THIS WEEKEND: Friday, Sunday…
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10:42 am on Monday, May 14, 2012
If you want a FREE close up time with the ballon, or a ballon, go to the 6:00 AM launch, but don't go into the festival. Then pick a special ballon and chase it. It will land someplace that is close to a road. The balloon people are more than happy to have you there. more ›