WESTFIELD -- The Westfield Memorial Library and the Westfield Art Association are pleased to announce that the fifth Artist-in-Residence has just begun his residency at the library. The Artist-in-Residence program brings Westfield’s talented local artists to the library for the entire community to e...

FANWOOD -- The Carriage House Poetry Series invites the public to attend a free event in observance of National Poetry Month on Thursday, April 9th at 7:30 p.m. The evening will feature a reading by renowned poet Maria Mazziotti Gillan at the Kuran Arts Center on Watson Road, off North Martine Avenu...

WESTFIELD -- The Rialto’s Spotlight Series continues this April with two events highlighting distinct creative paths shaped byWestfield roots. The series will feature Broadway composer Matthew Sklar on Thursday, April 16, followed byelectronic artist and producer DJ_Dave on Thursday, April 30. Both ...

WESTFIELD -- The New Jersey Festival Orchestra (NJFO) invites audiences to an evening of passion, drama, and philanthropy at Music for a Matador, its annual fundraising gala on Friday, April 10, from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Gran Centurions.Blending the excitement of opera with the elegance of a gala, th...

SCOTCH PLAINS – Join us via the Scotch Plains Public Library for a virtual online conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike on Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. Book 20 of the bestselling “Pike Logan” series follows veteran operator Pike Logan and his partner, Jennif...

WESTFIELD -- Downtown Westfield is kicking off the warm weather with a festive bunny-themed scavenger hunt.From Saturday, March 21 through Sunday, April 5, residents and visitors are invited to stroll through downtown Westfield, shop local, and search participating businesses for a plush blue bunny ...

SCOTCH PLAINS -- Scotch Plains will mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States with two days of community celebrations on June 26 and 27.The celebrationbegins Friday, June 26 –the anniversary day of the 1777 Battle of Short Hill...

WESTFIELD--TheWestfieldCommunity Concert band will present its annual Spring Concert on Friday,April 10 at 7:30 p.m. at Edison Intermediate School, 800 Rahway Avenue in Westfield. Dr. Thomas Connors, conductor and music director of the band, has prepared a program entitled “A Celebration of Spring” ...

SCOTCHPLAINS–Thesewomen, whose names are etched in history, continue to make a significant impact on society. From literature and education to medicine, business and women’s rights, their influence and legacy extend far beyond the borders of New Jersey.Clara Barton, a renowned nurse, founded the Red...

WESTFIELD -- Get ready to make a splash as Edison Intermediate School Theater Guild proudly presents its spring student musical, Disney’s The Little Mermaid! This enchanting production brings the beloved story and unforgettable music from The Little Mermaid to life on the EIS stage for three perform...