Encaustic is the art of painting with molten beeswax mixed with colored pigments and resin. The results are like no other medium – mysterious, deep and translucent. Students will gain the fundamental knowledge of working with encaustics, allowing for personal exploration. See Lisa’s work at http://www.lisapressman.net. I am booking for private painting time in my [...]
11th Annual Christmas at The Court: The Orchestra of Saint Peter by the Sea, conducted by the Reverend Alphonse Stephenson, returns to celebrate the Christmas season at Georgian Court. Due to Father Alphonse’s commitment to our armed forces as director of the Joint Chaplaincy Staff, concerts by the orchestra are now limited. Take advantage of [...]
This is the most active weekend that we’ve ever covered at BestofNJ.com. There are lots of choices in every region of the state to keep you and the kids entertained this weekend. The New Jersey State Fair starts on Friday in Sussex County joining other great fairs in Middlesex, Warren, Atlantic and Salem County already in progress. This weekend you might also [...]
The exquisite series of sepia tone photographs of local Jersey Shore photographer, Susan Fairgrieve is on it’s way to Asbury Park! The Coastal Collection will arrive at the ARTSCAP (Arts Coalition of Asbury Park) Gallery on Saturday, August 7, 2010. The opening reception on Saturday, August 7th will be held from 6:00pm to 10:00pm in [...]
Prophecies: An exhibition of new paintings by Nicole Margaretten Opening Reception: Saturday July 24 6-9pm On exhibition through August 14 Hanna Studio Gallery 3 Carletondale Road Ringwood, NJ (973) 619-7881 Open Tue-Sat 12pm-11pm; Sun 12pm-6pm A Goldfish in Frosting A Crumbling Burial Mound A Zombie Fire Storm
The most talented artisans on the East Coast will exhibit and sell their unique handiwork at this resort’s indoor-outdoor Summer Arts and Crafts Festival set for Sat., July 17 at Carey Stadium and the Sports and Civic Center 6th St. off Boardwalk. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Festival is produced by [...]
This weekend promises to be another great chance to explore New Jersey. There’s the Ocean County Fair in Berkeley Township in South Jersey, a big arts and crafts festival in Ocean City and farmers markets in Collingswood and Flemington. And if you’re feeling a little French, you can visit my hometown of Frenchtown for our mini Bastille Day [...]
The Post Theater first opened for Army personnel at Sandy Hook in 1933. Over the years it has been renovated, including full accessibility for people with disabilities. Yet the theater retains its historic charm.
“Murder On the Nile” follows honeymooners on a cruise down the Nile that turns dark with intrigue and, yes, murder. Audience members can play “Guess the Murder” to win tickets for future Soar Productions.
(SALEM COUNTY, NJ)– Salem County leads the state in the growth of its creative sector in a report released by the Professional Development Institute of Rutgers University’s Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy.
This Father’s Day Weekend you can take Dad to Golf Tournament in Galloway or to a Yes and Peter Frampton concert on Saturday or treat him to a special weekend at the Borgata. There’s also a Father’s Day Pig Roast in Belvidere, performances at the State Theatre, a horse ride in Basking Ridge and more great events all over the state.
