Ingredients Crust 3/4 cup graham Cracker crumbs (see*) 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted. 1 tablespoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Cheesecake Two 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup sugar 1/2 cup sour cream, at room temperature 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract 2 large...

CRANFORD – Elle Woods has been one of the most prominent figures in pop culture since Legally Blonde was released in theaters in 2001. Six years later, Legally Blonde: The Musical debuted on Broadway, introducing the spunky blonde to the world of musical theatre. For their last show of the season, t...

WESTFIELD – For their final production of the 2024-20245 season, the Westfield Community Players (WCP) premiered Robert Harling’s Steel Magnolias on May 3. Directed by Linda Correll and produced by Lois Stevens, this production of Steel Magnolias brings the audience to tears with both heartbreak and...

RAHWAY – Union County Performing Arts Center (UCPAC) is excited to announce that Dehlia Scott, “Media Matinees” film blogger and Union County resident; Cassidy Wells and Christine Rose, award-winning New Jersey cosplayers; and Dina Grilli and Michelle Maccarone, cohosts of “The Flanacast” podcast wi...

WESTFIELD – The popular Tour of Notable Homes produced each year by the Friends of NJ Festival Orchestra will be held on Saturday, May 10th between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., Mother’s Day weekend, to benefit NJ Festival Orchestra.“This year we present a stylish medley of five Westfield residences -- each w...

SCOTCH PLAINS – Two Scotch Plains-FanwoodHighSchool(SPFHS) alumni turned entertainment powerhouses – comedian Mike Marino ‘81 andEmmy-awardwinningdirector/producer Daniel Catullo III ‘90 – are joining forces to tape a TV comedy special in the exact place where it all began: the High School auditoriu...

WESTFIELD – The Board of Trustees of New Jersey Festival Orchestra cordially invites the community to support the arts at the NJFO Gala 2025 Crescendo. The event, featuring a special performance by prodigy pianist Amelia Ly, as well as musicians from NJ Festival Orchestraand other surprise guests, w...

WESTFIELD – Choral Art Society of New Jersey invites the public to attend the second concert of its 63rd season on Sunday, May 4 at 3 p.m. at The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, 140 MountainAvenue, Westfield, NJ. New for this concert is a community partnership with the Westfield High School Concer...

WESTFIELD – Westfield Community Players is excited to present its final show of the season, Steel Magnolias, opening Saturday, May 3. This beloved comedy-drama is known for its ability to elicit both laughter and tears, often simultaneously. It takes place in the 1980’s at Truvy’s Beauty Spot, the s...

WESTFIELD – The Westfield Public Schools Green Team proudly announces the winners of the 2025 Earth Day Poster Contest, showcasing the artistic talents and environmental awareness of students across the district. This annual event encourages students to express their commitment to sustainability thr...