From Edward Nunzio: The Sipping Plant Mind Body & Soul presents spiritual medium and psychic Edward Nunzio, author and host of The Messenger, as seen on Amazon Prime Video. Opening meditation with Deborah De Luca. Light refreshments will be served. More information 

From Stone House at Stirling Ridge: Ever wished you could make your own delicious cocktails like the ones you get at the Stone House bar? Then you won’t want to miss our monthly cocktail classes. Bring a friend, a coworker, or even a date and one of our master mixologists will teach you how to mix up the drinks yourself and impress your house guests! All materials are provided, and a selection of appetizers are served for the evening. Starts at 7pm. $45 per guest. SOLD OUT February 7th All About Love March 14th Saint Patrick’s Day Theme April 4th Spring Cocktails May 16th National Mimosa Day June 6th Summer Cocktails July 18th American Cocktails August 8th Tiki Cocktails September 19th Fall Cocktails October 31st Spooky Cocktails November 21st Punch “Goup Cocktails” December 19th Eggnog class

From MPAC: Like a comet that burned too brightly to last, Janis Joplin exploded onto the music scene in 1967 and, almost overnight, became the queen of rock & roll. Now, audiences in Morristown are invited to share an evening with Janis and her musical influences in the hit musical A Night With Janis Joplin. Janis Joplin had an unmistakable voice, filled with raw emotion and tinged with Southern Comfort. It was a voice that made her a must-see headliner from Monterey to Woodstock. With a stable of unforgettable songs such as “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Piece of My Heart,” “Mercedes Benz,” Cry Baby” and “Summertime,” Janis Joplin performed the music that defined a generation. More information

From Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari: Enjoy thrills and activities for the whole family throughout the day and come back for a truly frightening evening of fun after the sun goes down. Fright Fest offers a wide variety of places to get your scare on including seven haunted mazes and five scare zones located throughout the park. The stuff of nightmares lurk around every corner as the dark of night washes over the park. The ghouls are set free for their daily hunting rituals. More information.

From MPAC: Legendary artist Graham Nash is a two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee–with Crosby, Stills, and Nash and with The Hollies. He was also inducted twice into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, as a solo artist and with CSN, and is a Grammy winner. More information

From SOPAC: Sep 20: “1964” The Tribute Heralded by Rolling Stone as the best Beatles show on earth. “1964” The Tribute is thrilling audiences around the world with an uncanny re-creation of the “great little band” that rocked the world. 8PM Tickets: $35-$48. (973) 313-2787. More information 

From Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood: Our 17th Annual Newstead 5K will be happening on September 21 this year starting at 9AM. This fun, family-friendly event is open to community members of all fitness levels and is one of Achieve’s major fundraisers. The race route is a rolling 5K (3.1 mile) course in the quiet residential Newstead neighborhood, with chip timing provided by CompuScore. The morning event includes a 2-mile walk option for those who’d rather walk than run. A half-mile Kids Fun Run, sponsored by Able Baker, will happen after the 5K (at approximately 9:45). Race time is 9:00 a.m., beginning at the South Mountain School Annex, 112 Glenview Rd., South Orange.  Presenting sponsor D&I Fitness will lead participants in fun and dynamic warm-up exercises prior to race start, and will provide their six-week race training plan that can help get anyone up to speed and ready to run.  Registration is $25 (Fun Run is free; no registration required.) More information.

From Pathways of History: A much anticipated annual event full of surprises and revelations. This year’s tour features 18 groups and 20 historic properties spanning almost 300 years of Morris County history! It’s an extraordinary event that provides the unprecedented opportunity to visit multiple museums. Many things have changed at venues during the past ten years. Make this a family day – drive your vintage automobile, bring the kiddies and grandparents, too! At each site there will be a newly designed tour guide/map to direct you to your next history stop of choice. More information

From Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce: This Seafood festival is held downtown on both Arnold and Bay Avenues. Local restaurants and vendors provide the large crowds with delicacies such as crab cakes, shrimp skewers, paella, soups and bisque’s, lobster, and other seafood items. Don’t like seafood? No problem, there are plenty of other varieties of food to sample! We have hundreds of craft vendors featuring hard to find and unique items. For entertainment, there is a stage set up on that plays host to local musicians and other acts. The festival begins in the shopping district between Rt 35 South and Rt. 35 North and goes all the way down to the Point Pleasant Boro border. Rain Date: 9/22/2019. More information.

From MPAC: Peppa Pig Live! is here with the ALL NEW action-packed live show featuring your favorite characters as life size puppets and costume characters in her new live show, Peppa Pig’s Adventure! Come join Peppa on an exciting camping trip to the woods with George and her school friends, including Pedro Pony, Suzy Sheep and Gerald Giraffe. With lunchboxes packed and Daddy Pig driving the bus, Peppa and friends are excited about their outdoor adventure, full of singing, dancing, games and surprises! More information

From Somerville: Enjoy live music on Division Street all season long! Date(s): Saturdays, Memorial Day to Labor Day Time(s): 6:00 pm-9:00pm Location(s): Division Street More information

From SOPAC: Sep 21: Ann Hampton Callaway & Susan Werner “Alone & Together” Ann Hampton Callaway and Susan Werner perform separately and together in an epic display of piano chops and dazzling wit that you won’t want to miss. 8PM Tickets: $30-$50. (973) 313-2787. More information

From Luna Stage: Luna Stage kicks off their new American Voices Series (and the 2019-2020 season) with Soo Jin Pretty Nail (and more!), written and performed by South Orange resident Susan Hyon and directed by David Skeist. This darkly comic work is inspired by Hyon’s childhood as the youngest of four unhappy Korean-American children in suburban Pennsylvania. A lively, interactive experience for curious and adventurous theatergoers, Soo Jin… will be the inaugural performance in the newly-renovated Luna2. Suggested for mature students, ages 16 and older. Running Time: 75 minutes, no intermission. More information.

From Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce: This flagship autumn celebration transforms the streets of Downtown Westfield into a shopper nirvana with more than 300 vendors plus a feast of culinary delights, non-stop entertainment, and a KidZone packed with rides and activities. More information 

From MPAC: Three groups at the center of the 1960s Folk Revival continue to delight fans with their smooth musical sounds: The Kingston Trio (“Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” “Tom Dooley”), The Brothers Four (“Try to Remember”) and The Limeliters (“Take My True Love by the Hand”). More information

From MPAC: Three groups at the center of the 1960s Folk Revival continue to delight fans with their smooth musical sounds: The Kingston Trio (“Where Have All the Flowers Gone,” “Tom Dooley”), The Brothers Four (“Try to Remember”) and The Limeliters (“Take My True Love by the Hand”). The groups perform at Mayo Performing Arts Center on Sunday, September 22 at 7 pm. Tickets are $39-$79. The Kingston Trio began with Nick Reynolds, Bob Shane and Dave Guard in 1955 — Home base: San Francisco. The three founded what turned out to be the most influential music band to emerge from the 1950s. With talent and tenacity, they rose to become the undisputed kings of an acoustic musical genre that exploded onto the American scene, and still exists today! All three current members, Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton and Don Marovich, have intrinsic links to and experience with the original group: Mike is the adopted son of founding member Nick Reynolds, who was also his musical mentor; Tim, a close friend since boyhood, is one of the few musicians outside the Trio who has recorded with Nick Reynolds; and Don Marovich, who has performed with the Trio and who plays the […]

From SOPAC: Sep 22: Sweet Honey In The Rock® Now celebrating their 45th Anniversary, Sweet Honey In The Rock ® is an all-woman, African-American a cappella ensemble rooted in American history and culture. This renowned group sings worldwide and brings attention to social injustice, immigration issues and more. 7:30PM Tickets: $48-$75. (973) 313-2787. More information 

From SOPAC: Sep 25: A Very Special Evening With Graham Nash And Band Graham Nash and Band perform his classic albums Songs For Beginners and Wild Tales in their entirety (plus more hits!) as part of an exclusive series of special shows.7:30PM Tickets: $89-$109 (VIP $175-$395). (973) 313-2787. More information

From the Ryland Inn: Ever wished you could impress that special someone with your own delicious homemade meal? Then you won’t want to miss our bi-monthly cooking classes! Bring a friend, a coworker, or even a date and join our Executive Chef, Chris Albrecht as he instructs a hands on class that are sure to impress! Starts at 7pm. $50 per guestNot inclusive of tax & gratuity  For Reservations, please call908-534-4011   January 17th Chef’s Knife Skills January 31st Stocks and Sauces February 7th Chocolate February 21st Pasta I Intro to handmade pasta March 14th New Orleans March 28th Spring Garden April 11th Pasta II Advanced handmade pasta techniques April 25th Mushrooms May 9th Beef From Argentina to Japan and back to Far Hills NJ May 23rd Cheese June 13th Grilling June 27th Grains July 11th Garlic July 25th Pesto August 8th Saving the Seasons (ferment, canning, smoking, preservation) August 22nd Tomato September 12th Oysters & Shellfish September 26th Tuscany October 10th Risotto and Gnocchi October 24th Italian Desserts November 7th Vegetarian/Vegan November 21st Thanksgiving

From Vedanta Cultural Foundation, USA: A fascinating lecture series on the theme of ancient wisdom and its role in everyday life is being held from September 27-29 in New Brunswick, NJ. Our speaker is the eminent philosopher from India Sunandaji, the daughter-disciple of world- renowned Guru and Author Swami Parthasarathy. The topic is “Wisdom in Action”, and you will learn how to make your life more dynamic, focused and productive, while remaining mentally peaceful and stress-free. This knowledge is derived from the ancient philosophy of Vedanta (derived from Veda: Wisdom and Anta: Ultimate). In her personal style that is described as being profound, yet practical and pleasing, Sunandaji will explain to us the wisdom with which you ensure your actions will lead to happiness, prosperity and ultimate fulfillment of life’s purpose. She has been speaking worldwide on the subject to outstanding responses, so this a great opportunity for the NJ public. The series will be held at the beautiful Trayes Hall in Rutgers University, New Brunswick from September 27 to 29. Everyone is invited to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to benefit from this timeless wisdom. Admission is free, all are welcome and parking is available. All you have […]

From SOPAC: Sep 27: Darlingside The all-male Folk-Pop quartet Darlingside mesmerizes audiences with performances showcasing exquisite harmonies harking back to Crosby, Stills and Nash, and spotlight their own perfectly crafted songs. 8PM Tickets: $36-$52. (973) 313-2787. More information

From the Essex County Environmental Center: Come celebrate the autumn equinox at the Environmental Center! There will be fun-filled activities for the entire family to enjoy — hands-on nature games and crafts, canoeing, Native American life, pumpkin patch, petting zoo, food, and more. More information.

From SOPAC: Sep 28: Flor De Toloache New York City’s first and only all­-women mariachi group, Latin Grammy Award-winning Flor de Toloache will cast a spell over you as intoxicating as its namesake love potion made from the Mexican Toloache flower. 8PM Tickets: $22-$29. (973) 313-2787. More information

From Summit Downtown Corp.: Sunday Fundays at the Farmers Market: Apple Pie Contest Sept. 29: 11am-12pm Back by popular demand! Amateur bakers are invited to bring their best apple pie to the Summit Farmers Market by 10:45AM on Sept. 29. Judging begins at 11AM. Pies will be judged on their crust, filling, and appearance. After the pies are judged, the public will be able to sample them! Pies must be made from scratch; canned ingredients or premade crusts allowed. Entrants must bring a copy of their recipe to the contest with them More information

From MPAC: Jeff Boyer’s Big Bubble Bonanza Monday, September 30, 2019 at 12:30 pm and 3 pm (Both performances are relaxed events) Bubble rainbows with people inside…Audience members making volcano bubbles…Gigantic bubbles that blow their own bubbles! Guinness Book of World Records-holding master bubble wrangler Jeff Boyer takes bubbles to the max with big bubble flair! All ages Tickets are $12-$15 More information

From Eventbrite: This year will mark the 45th Anniversary of this signature Madison, NJ event. This event has continued to grow every year since it was first established in 1974 by Mayor Elizabeth Baumgartner. The event runs from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm but the DDC Beer Garden will remain open until 6:00 pm. There will be great food options as well including the Food Court on Cook Avenue, other food vendors throughout the festival, local restaurants and a Food Truck Court on Kings Road. More information

From SOPAC: Oct 5: Jon B Jon B is a consummate artist with several gold and platinum records under his belt. His songs “They Don’t Know” and “Someone to Love” were just the beginning for the mega-talented singer-songwriter. 8PM Tickets: $46-$58. (973) 313-2787. More information

From Newark Arts Festival: Newark Arts Festival (NAF), powered by Prudential and produced by Newark Arts, will attract thousands of collectors, aficionados and attendees to the four-day celebration of arts and culture, happening October 10-13th across all five wards of the Brick City. Voted New Jersey’s Favorite Visual Arts Festival by JerseyArts.com, NAF boasts exciting new features in 2019. Led by local and national curators, the festival, formerly known as Open Doors, will include a multi-building lighting program and a new downtown headquarters, bustling with art installations, performance and poetry experiences, panel discussions and more. “There’ll be more art, more artists, and more art-buying visitors,” said Jeremy Johnson, Executive Director of Newark Arts. “Newarkers and tourists alike will be moved and amazed by the culturally rich, up-to-the-minute artistry of the area’s most notable creatives,” Johnson added. More information.

From the Township of South Orange: The Walsh Gallery is pleased to present Mounds, Piles & Massings, a group exhibition curated by South Orange artist/curator, Greg Leshé, in collaboration with the village’s Pierro Gallery. The exhibition looks at the human impulse to stack, pile and amass groupings of objects as both creative action and critical inquiry. The participating artists investigate a variety of themes within the notion of accumulation including; consumer waste and climate change, Caribbean history and the colonial economy of salt tied to slave labor, the “mixed reality” world we inhabit between physical and virtual contexts, consumerism, capitalism and copyright. Participating artists include Cat Alden, Noa Charuvi, Kate Dodd, Deborah Jack, Vandana Jain, Daren Kendall, Robert Lach, Ann LePore, Greg Leshé, Darren Lee Miller, John Pfahl, Elizabeth Riley and Kathryn Vajda. Artist talks featuring Noa Charuvi, Kate Dodd and Ann LePore will take place at 7pm on Thursday, October 10th. More information.

From SOPAC: Oct 11: Peter Yarrow & Noel Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul and Mary Legendary Folk singers Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey, of Peter, Paul and Mary, remember and celebrate their historic careers and the impact their anthems had on the world of civil liberties. 8PM Tickets: $68-$88. (973) 313-2787. More information 

From Jersey Shore Cake & Cookie Convention: Jersey Shore Cake & Cookie Convention is what the Northeast bakers have been waiting for! A place where professionals and hobbyists can shop hard to find supplies, learn new techniques, meet face to face with cake and cookie idols, all while having fun and meeting new sweet friends. Hosted by Shore Cake Supply at the iconic Convention Hall in Asbury Park, NJ, our inaugural event will be bustling with nationwide supply vendors, live free demonstrations, competitions, hands-on classes and so much more! Held Oct. 12 and 13. More information

From Avalon Chamber of Commerce & 7 Mile Business Community Association: Enjoy delicious sea food and peruse the numerous hand-made crafts at the local vendor booths. More information.

From: Mt Olive Twp and Rockefellar Group Development Corp: Mt Olive Twp and Rockefellar Group Development Corp present Oktoberfest on Oct 12 & 13 hrs 12pm -8pm both days. Beer , Brauts & vendors on site . Pony rides , bounce houses will keep the kids busy, More information

From Edward Nunzio: Clarion Inn & Suites New Hope-Lambertville presents spiritual medium and psychic Edward Nunzio, author and host of The Messenger, as seen on Amazon Prime Video, Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Food and beverages available from 4 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $45. More information 

From SOPAC: Oct 12: Laura & Linda Benanti The Story Goes On Touching and humorous, The Story Goes On is a one-of-a-kind musical journey through the special relationship between a mother and daughter. Starring Tony Award winner Laura Benanti and her mother Linda Benanti. 8PM Tickets: $58-$78. (973) 313-2787. More information

From MPAC So You Think You Can Dance Live! 2019 brings together the top contestants from Season 16 of the Emmy® Award-winning FOX TV show. The dancers will captivate audiences with styles varying from lyrical to salsa, hip-hop to contemporary, plus the latest street moves, in original choreography from the TV competition and created especially for the live performance. More information

From The Center for Contemporary Art: Good Libations from 7-10 p.m. Good Libations is a walk-around tasting of fine wines, craft beers and spirits in the unique setting of fine art galleries and professional art studios. Surrounded by contemporary art, guests sample and savor little-known wines from around the globe, cold craft beers, curated seasonal cocktails, and fabulous hors d’oeuvres, accompanied by live music. More information

From Far Hills Race Meeting: The 99th annual Far Hills Race Meeting – the country’s most prestigious steeplechase event and one of New Jersey’s beloved social events — will be held Saturday, October 19th at Moorland Farm in Far Hills, NJ. The event is co-sponsored by Open Road Auto Group and Peapack-Gladstone Bank to benefit Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, Cancer Support Community of Central New Jersey, LifeCamp, Somerset ARC, Bonnie Brae School, Community in Crisis and healthcare in the region. More information

From Downtown Westfield: ‘AddamsFest’, Celebrating Westfield Native Charles Addams and His Creations, is returning to Westfield October 19-20 & October 26-27, 2019 Mark your calendars for AddamsFest 2019! This year, we’ll have two weekends of town-wide festivities to celebrate the legacy of Westfield, NJ’s native soon, Charles Addams. Join us October 19, 20, 26, and 27 as Westfield will be transformed to all things Addams Family with family themed events, movie screenings, art exhibits, a beer garden, masquerade ball and much more! More information

From Mount Saint Mary Academy Alumnae Association: • Broad variety of artists (Delacroix, Adams, Pino, Borelli, Neiman, Brodsky) • All Media and Price Ranges-Oils, Water colors, graphics, Originals & Investment pieces • Professional Auctioneer, Enlightening and Entertaining • Silent Auction of non-art items • Credit Cards Accepted More information.

From MPAC: Kip Moore: Room To Spare Acoustic Tour Opening Act: Tucker Beathard Saturday, October 19 at 8:00 pm Tickets: $39 – $69 Country superstar Kip Moore burst onto the scene in 2012 with his chart-topping debut album Up All Night. Enjoy hits such as “Somethin’ Bout a Truck,” “Beer Money,” “Last Shot,” “More Girls like You” and “Hey Pretty Girl,” fan favorites and new music in this intimate and stripped down acoustic concert. More information

From MPAC: Joan Jett is an originator, an innovator, and a visionary. As the leader of the hard- rocking Blackhearts, with whom she has become a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, she’s had eight platinum and gold albums and nine Top 40 singles, including the classics “Bad Reputation,” “I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll,” “I Hate Myself For Loving You,” and “Crimson and Clover.” Her independent record label, Blackheart Records, was founded in 1980 after she was rejected by no less than 23 labels. Blackheart is one of the longest running indie labels and continues to give voice to new bands. Jett has acted in movies and television, including 1987’s Light Of Day, and in a Tony-nominated Broadway musical, The Rocky Horror Show. She has appeared on such acclaimed television shows as Oprah (the last season) and Law and Order. As a producer, she has overseen albums by Bikini Kill, Circus Lupus, as well as the Germs’ LA punk masterpiece, GI. Tickets and more information here.

From Downtown Somerville: Somerville Spooktacular Community event presented by Somerville Recreation. Enjoy music, activities, and entertainment on Division Street, Main Street, and at Borough Hall. Participating merchants will be handing out candy to trick or treaters! Free parking in lots 1, 2, and 4 as a treat for parents. Rain or shine. Date(s): October 31, 2018 Time(s): 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Location(s): Downtown Somerville More information

From SOPAC: Nov 1: Glenn Miller Orchestra The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra is the most popular and sought after big band in the world today. With its unique Jazz sound, it is considered one of the greatest bands of all time. 8PM Tickets: $30-$45. (973) 313-2787. More information

From MPAC: One of the most popular singers in country music, Vince Gill is famous for his top-notch songwriting, world-class guitar playing and warm, soaring tenor, all wrapped up in a quick and easy wit. More information 

From That’s4Entertainment: Christmas Con is a first of its kind convention…think Comic Con meets small town Holiday Festival. Stroll through our “Christmas Market”, where you can buy one of a kind holiday gifts, handmade decorations and festive Holiday treats, all by local artisans. Our “Town Square” welcomes you with Santa himself under a big Christmas Tree. From there, head to the booths of our amazing Celebrity Guests for autographs and selfies (and don’t forget to grab your photo with Santa too!). Each Celebrity Guest will also offer professional photo ops (schedule and sales coming soon) and a Q&A panel (schedule coming soon) where they will be taking questions from the audience. Break out your holiday best for our ugly sweater contest. Lastly, but most importantly, in the spirit of the season we will be collecting for Toys for Tots. So bring a toy and help us give a better Christmas to so many children this year. That and more is what you can expect from Christmas Con. So grab your friends and family and join us to kick off the season right! We will see you there! More information.  

From NJPAC: On 11/8, Mandy Patinkin makes a triumphant return to #njpac! More information

From MPAC: Multi-platinum-selling country singer Sara Evans has been called one of the most compelling vocalists of her generation. An Academy of Country Music Award winner, Evans has had over 20 hits, including “A Little Bit Stronger,” “Born to Fly,” “Perfect,” “As If” and “You’ll Always Be My Baby.” More information

From SOPAC: Nov 8: On A Winter’s Night – 25th Anniversary featuring Christine Lavin, John Gorka, Cheryl Wheeler, Patty Larkin & Cliff Eberhardt The 25th Anniversary concert of On A Winter’s Night from singer-songwriters Christine Lavin, John Gorka, Cheryl Wheeler, Patty Larkin and Cliff Eberhardt. They are among the brightest stars of the singer-songwriter movement for the past three decades. 8PM Tickets: $38-$58. (973) 313-2787. More information

From SOPAC: Nov 9: Savion Glover & The Ideal Ensemble The Tony Award- winning, tap-dancing phenomenon Savion Glover returns to SOPAC with his unique sense of musicality, incredible stage presence and unparalleled dance ability. 8PM Tickets: $58-$78. (973) 313-2787. More information

From SOPAC: Nov 16: Kids ‘N Family: Rumpelstiltskin A young girl is said to spin straw into gold, but a greedy king hears of her talent and desires untold riches for himself. The strange Rumpelstiltskin appears and promises to spin the straw into gold, but at what price? 2PM Tickets: $20. (973) 313-2787 More information

From SOPAC: Nov 17: Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy Carl Palmer, founding member of both Emerson Lake and Palmer (ELP) and Asia, is among the most renowned drummers in rock history. Drum enthusiasts can expect an evening of compelling percussive skills from the man who brought the drum set to the forefront of Rock and Roll. 7:30PM Tickets: $33-$43. (973) 313-2787. More information

From MPAC: Jennie Garth & Tori Spelling announced their all new tour today, JENNIE GARTH & TORI SPELLING LIVE. The tour will bring the ladies of 90210 to 07960 for the ultimate girls night. The evening promises to be filled with memories and laughs, and of course a ton of fun, at an event best described as an interactive, live talk show hosted by Jennie & Tori. The tour announcement coincides with FOX’s new series, “BH90210,” co-created, produced by and starring Garth and Spelling. The new series follows the original cast playing heightened versions of themselves in a brand-new serialized dramedy- showing the making of a show within a show.“BH90210” premieres on Wednesday, August 7 on FOX, at 9/10c. More information

From SOPAC: Nov 22: Gaelic Storm Since appearing in the blockbuster film Titanic (where they performed “Irish Party in Third Class”), Gaelic Storm has become a world-class genre-bending Irish Rock band mixing Celtic traditions with something uniquely creative. 8PM Tickets: $35-$48. (973) 313-2787. More information

From MPAC: LeAnn Rimes: You and Me and Christmas Tuesday, December 3 at 7:30 pm Tickets: $49 – $89 LeAnn Rimes was the youngest recipient of a Grammy Award at the age of 14 on the heels of her debut number one single “Blue” in 1996. Since then, she’s charted 42 hits, including “How Do I Live” and “Can’t Fight the Moonlight.” Enjoy an evening of her hits and holiday music. More information

From SOPAC: Dec 7: Dianne Reeves – Christmas Time is Here with Peter Martin, Peter Sprague, Reginald Veal & Terreon Gully Five-time Grammy Award winner Dianne Reeves is the pre-eminent Jazz vocalist in the world. Her breathtaking virtuosity, improvisational prowess, and unique Jazz and R&B stylings earned her the Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Performance for three consecutive recordings- a first in any vocal category. 8PM Tickets: $58-$78. (973) 313-2787. More information

From SOPAC: Dec 8: Angelina Ballerina™ The Very Merry Holiday Musical! Little Angelina Ballerina just loves to dance and plans a spectacular holiday pageant with her friends. When things go wrong they must use their creativity to save the show. It’s a very merry holiday musical! 2PM Tickets: $25 (Includes pre-show Kids in the Loft activity!). (973) 313-2787. More information

From SOPAC: Dec 13: Martin Sexton Critically-acclaimed Martin Sexton is a musician’s musician and prolific recording artist. His songs are intricate and spirited covering the American musical landscape distilling Soul, Gospel, R&B, Country and Blues. 8PM Tickets: $38-$48. (973) 313-2787. More information

From SOPAC: Dec 14: The Hot Sardines These mischief-makers of hot Jazz have been described as “potent and assured” (The New York Times) and “simply phenomenal” (The Times, London). 8PM Tickets: $39-$49. (973) 313-2787. More information

From SOPAC: Celebrating nearly 35 years of music making, Cherish the Ladies continues to delight audiences with its beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements and stunning step dancing. You’ll delight in the special Christmas music that embodies the beauty of the season- Celtic style! 3PM & 7PM Tickets: $30-$40. (973) 313-2787. More information 

From MPAC: The Bachelor Live On Stage Thursday, March 26 at 8:00 pm Tickets: $39 – $199 $199 Gold Ticket includes VIP Meet & Greet The most successful reality romance series in the history of television is coming to your hometown. The Bachelor Live On Stage official tour guarantees all the drama, the gossip and the romance of your favorite TV show in one delightful evening for the ultimate fan party. Hosted by “The Bachelor” favorite Ben Higgins! Previous Bachelor and Bachelorette favorites will serve as your hosts, as one eligible hometown Bachelor is introduced to local ladies from the audience for a chance at love. Come to enjoy the show, or come to fall in love! This engaging and hilarious experience will give you and your friends plenty to gossip about and fit an entire season of Bachelor drama into one evening! Who will get the final rose? More information