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Brite Nites
Brite Nites After a one-year hiatus, BRITE NITES is back for its 12th year with NO PRICE INCREASE! Wagner Farm Arboretum's Halloween-themed “Brite Nites” event features a spectacular display of intricately and creatively hand-carved and LED-lit pumpkin scenes. Don’t miss the exciting new displays and installations planned for 2024. EVENT INFORMATION: Dates: Fridays & Saturdays only - Oct 11-12, 18-19 and 25-26 Timing: General entry tickets (not timed) Entry begins at 6:30 PM Last entry at 9:00 PM Event closes promptly at 10:00 PM Note: Peak times may be more crowded, so plan accordingly. Tickets: Available mid-to-late September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket prices remain at their 2019 levels: $15 for ages 13-61 $10 for children 5-12 and seniors 62+ Free for children under 5 Parking: Free Additional Information: Photo Op spots available for children and adults Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes for added fun! Hot chocolate, water and a limited selection of snacks will be available for purchase. RAIN DATE INFORMATION "Rained out" means the event is canceled by WFA due to heavy rain or other unsafe weather conditions making the path and electrical connections dangerous. Rain Dates: If the event is rained out on
Chris Botti at STNJ
Chris Botti at STNJ Grammy®-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades; he’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and others. He has topped the jazz charts with numerous albums, earned multiple Gold and Platinum records, and performed with symphony orchestras and on prestigious stages from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl to the Sydney Opera House. In short, Chris Botti really needs no introduction. Yet with his Blue Note Records debut, he’s offering one anyway. Vol.1 is in many ways a fresh start for the trumpeter. Having successfully crossed over from jazz renown to pop stardom, Botti’s first album in more than a decade finds him crossing back, with a small group project focused on acoustic jazz and classic standards. “I turned 60 in 2022, at a time that seemed like a restart for so many things in the world,” Botti says. “I wanted to strip away all the orchestral arrangements and special guests and focus more on
Untimely Live at Willie McBrides
Untimely Live at Willie McBrides Hello friends. Join us for a great night of rock n roll as we return to Willie McBrides!Music starts at 8pm. Stop on by and hang with us!
Angela Pilgrim & Barbara Wallace Solo Exhibitions at The Center for Contemporary Art
Angela Pilgrim & Barbara Wallace Solo Exhibitions at The Center for Contemporary Art The Center for Contemporary Art is pleased to present two fall solo exhibitions on view September 27 through December 8. Angela Pilgrim: New Growth presents the work of Angela Pilgrim whose studio is in Newark, New Jersey. She explains, “My work explores the Black female gaze through figurative imagery of the body. Utilizing portraiture, printmaking, pattern making and mixed media.” Barbara Wallace: Sculpture showcases the work of sculptor Barbara Wallace, who resides in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Wallace is a sculptor known for her figurative art works and innovative use of recycled materials. When discussing her work, she explains, “Shape, form and structure are essential aspects of my sculptures created with a paper mache technique in recycled paper, cardboard, wire, metal and acrylic paint…. Using up-cycled resources addresses my concerns about climate change and the environment.”
The Art of Recovery: Connecting Through Transformative Creativity
The Art of Recovery: Connecting Through Transformative Creativity In observance of September as National Recovery Month The Center in partnership with Community in Connection is pleased to present “The Art of Recovery.” “The Art of Recovery” showcases the transformative power of creativity in personal recovery. This exhibition highlights artistic expression as a vital healing tool, helping individuals process emotions, share their journeys, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. Through painting, sculpture, photography and more, participants find strength, resilience, and hope. “The Art of Recovery” celebrates how creativity fosters personal growth, reduces stigma, and unites communities.
Beer and Yoga at Flounder
Beer and Yoga at Flounder Always striving to bring the highest quality to every experience here at Flounder Brewing we are excited to bring Beer+Yoga by Savannah Mignella. Read below to find out how this experience truly integrates beer and yoga in one of the most picturesque tap rooms in New Jersey. Tickets are required and the link is below. Join us every second Sunday! Beer+Yoga come together for a unique 60 minute yoga class to open up the senses in Flounder Brewing Company’s private loft! Yoga is known for increasing flexibility, calming the mind, and releasing stress; but yoga can also be used to ignite the 5 senses. Through yoga we’ll open up the five senses and discover how movement, breathe, and mindfulness can increase our flavor and scent receptors allowing us to smell and taste all of the notes of beer! Instructor Savannah Mignella will lead us flowing through this all-level friendly yoga class open to everyone 21+. The ticket includes 1 beer (fine print for regulations: the beer is within the sample amount allowed in conjunction with a tour of a Brewery). Tickets are required! All participants are asked to being their own mat but a mat
