April
Now thru May 27
Mon–Fri 9 am–5:30 pm | Open Tues. to 8 pm
ART EXHIBIT
2026 Union County Senior Art Exhibit
This annual exhibit showcases artworks by both professional and non-professional artists who are older adults 60+. The wide-ranging media displayed include everything from drawing and painting to sculpture and craft.
Made possible by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Coordinated by the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs.
UCNJ Union College of Union County NJ (in the Conference Center on the UCVTS campus)
1776 Raritan Rd., Scotch Plains
culturalinfo@ucnj.org
Venue is fully ADA compliant.
April 21
12 pm (noon)
FREE MOVIE
“Sunset Boulevard” – presented by Downtown Cranford
Part of the film series for Union County seniors (55+). This 1950 classic film directed by Billy Wilder stars William Holden as a struggling screenwriter, and Gloria Swanson as former movie star Norma Desmond. After the movie, enjoy a brief presentation from Ryan Hammer, a film location scout in our region.
FREE for 55+ seniors. Reserve tickets here.
908-709-7208
Cranford Theater
25 North Ave. West, Cranford
The Cranford Theater is fully wheelchair-accessible.
Apr 25 – May 10
7:30 pm Fridays & Saturdays | 2 pm Sundays
THEATRE
My Fair Lady – presented by The Summit Playhouse
The beloved musical My Fair Lady (book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner; music by Frederick Loewe) is based on George Bernard Shaw’s play Pygmalion and the film adaptation of the play. Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney girl, takes speech lessons from Professor Henry Higgins so that she may pass as a lady. Despite his cynical nature and difficulty understanding women, Higgins grows attached to her.
Tickets: $30
The Summit Playhouse
10 New England Ave., Summit
thesummitplayhouse.org
Venue is wheelchair-accessible.
April 30
7 pm
FREE CONCERT
Celebrating Japan & Golden Week
One of the most festive times of year in Japan is a holiday period known as “Golden Week,” from April 29-May 6. Enjoy an electrifying aural and visual performance that captures the vitality and culture of life in Japan. Experience thunderous rhythms of ancestral Japanese Taiko drums and the sounds of bamboo flutes performed by Taikoza. This festive experience draws from Japan’s rich tradition of music and performance.
FREE
Kenilworth Public Library
548 Boulevard, Kenilworth
Wheelchair-accessible entry via the parking lot at the back of the library.
May
May 1–17
Fridays/Saturdays at 8 pm | Sundays 2 pm
MUSICAL THEATRE
Fiddler On The Roof
A Broadway Classic! Fiddler On the Roof is the multi-award-winning tale of Tevye the Dairyman and his family’s struggles in a changing Russia.
A true musical theatre tradition. CDC production produced by Joel Remount; directed and choreographed by Emma Taylor Schwartz. Book by Joseph Stein; Music by Jerry Bock; Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick. Original Production Directed & Choreographed by Jerome Robbins, based on Sholem Aleichem’s stories, by special permission of Arnold Perl.
Tickets: $27-30
CDC Theatre
78 Winans Ave, Cranford
908-276-7611
cdctheatre.org
Building is wheelchair accessible, first floor has fully accessible bathroom. Accessible parking spots. ASL-interpreted performance on May 17.
May 3
3:30 pm
CONCERT
Chamber Music Concert
Mostly Music presents “Romantic Impressions,” a chamber music concert featuring Haydn’s elegant Piano Trio in C Major, Ravel’s jazzy Violin Sonata No. 2, Kreisler’s nostalgic Miniatures, adapted for cello and piano; and Arensky’s dramatic and passionate Piano Trio No. 1, performed by pianist Roman Rabinovich, violinist Oliver Neubauer and New York Philharmonic’s principal cellist Carter Brey.
Tickets: $50 | FREE for students
Temple Emanu-El
756 East Broad St., Westfield
908-789-8578
mostlymusic.org
Venue is ADA-accessible and on one floor, with seating for wheelchairs and walkers. Hearing devices are available on request.
May 2-3, 8-9, 15-16
8 pm (except 2 pm matinee on May 3)
THEATRE
“The NERD” – presented by Westfield Community Players
Westfield Community Players presents the comedy, THE NERD, for the first three weekends in May. Aspiring architect Willum Cubbert has often told friends of the debt he owes Rick Steadman, a fellow ex-Gl who saved his life.
When Rick unexpectedly shows up at Willum’s apartment on the night of his 34th birthday party, Rick’s initial delight fades as it becomes apparent that the new visitor is…not quite what he’d expected!
How Willum navigates the daunting challenge of what to do with Rick propels the plot into hilarious twists and turns.
Tickets: $25 general admission; $15 students/veterans with ID
Westfield Community Players
1000 North Ave. W, Westfield
Theater is on ground floor and is wheelchair-accessible. Please call ahead to reserve Handicapped Parking or request additional accommodations 908-232-1221. wcptheatre.org
May 5
12 noon
FREE MOVIE
“To Kill a Mockingbird” – presented by Downtown Cranford
Part of the film series for Union County seniors (55+). Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize–winning novel by Harper Lee, this 1962 classic film stars Gregory Peck in a truly iconic performance.
After the movie, enjoy a brief presentation from JP Varady, a film location scout and Assistant Location Manager with nearly 20 years of experience in the tri-state region.
FREE for 55+ seniors. Reserve tickets here..
908-709-7208
Cranford Theater
25 North Ave. West, Cranford
The Cranford Theater is fully wheelchair-accessible.
May 9
CONCERT
4 pm
Concord Singers present “Mother Moon”
The Concord Singers present an unforgettable evening, performing breathtaking works by Eleanor Daley, Sarah Quartel, Eric Whitacre, and more — including two works commissioned through the 2025 ACDA Soprano/Alto Choral Consortium.
Tickets: $25
Calvary Episcopal Church
31 Woodland Ave., Summit
concordsingers.org/events-tickets
Venue is fully wheelchair-accessible, including accessible parking, entrances and seating arrangements. For hearing-impaired patrons, assisted listening devices are available on request.
May 13 (also Jun 17 – class comprises two dates)
6 – 8 pm
FREE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Solargraphy
Learn solargraphy, an alternative way to create a pinhole photograph that allows you to capture the movement of the sun in the sky. It’s a magical and fun photography experience. This workshop will take you through the step-by-step process of creating your own. It is a two-part workshop on two evenings. No experience or prior knowledge is necessary. Click here to learn more or to apply to participate. Program provided and presented by Cranford Public Library.
FREE
Cranford Community Center, Arts & Crafts Room
220 Walnut Ave., Cranford
The building is wheelchair-accessible, including an elevator and accessible restrooms.
May 16
FREE STAGED READING
2 pm
House Rules by Jack McGrath
Come watch a staged presentation of a play in development, followed by a discussion between the author and the audience. Loosely based on Homer’s Odyssey, “House Rules” presents an absurdist interpretation of the values in Homer’s story.
Instead of loyalty, faithfulness and the importance of family, the “house” Bobby Ray returns to is full of dark secrets that no one in the family wants to remember, let alone confront. Presented by the Cranford Public Library.
FREE
Cranford Community Center
220 Walnut Ave, Cranford
Venue is a fully accessible 110-seat theater. Large
May 16
4 pm
FREE CONCERT
International Choral Concert – presented by the Chinese American Music Ensemble
This concert features international choral music sung by the Chinese American Music Ensemble, plus a Tibetan dance, and a piano recital by a member of Willow Grove Presbyterian Church. (Note: A fundraising dinner follows the free concert. See below.)
FREE
Willow Grove Presbyterian Church
1961 Raritan Road, Scotch Plains
Wheelchair-accessible venue via ramp at front entrance.
(The concert is free. Proceeds from the fundraising dinner benefit the Community Food Bank of NJ and the Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Fund. To reserve dinner tickets, call 908-377-3469. Payment is due by May 15 to hold dinner reservations.)
May 16
6 – 9 pm
POETRY / SPOKEN WORD (FREE)
“What’s The Word!”
ACP Arts Ink hosts its signature monthly event, A Night of Spoken Word/Poetry including a community Open Mic, with featured poets and the New Jeru Poetry slam. Hosted by world-champion slam poet RADI. This inclusive space for artists of all ages, includes professional and up-and-coming spotlight artists. Listen to thought-provoking work and perhaps read one of your own poems at this event for both new and veteran poets.
FREE entry
Melao Cafe & Creamery
1425 Irving Street, Rahway
acpartsink.com | @acp_arts
Venue is wheelchair-accessible.
May 17
2 pm
FREE CONCERT
Summit Symphony presents “Fantastique”
Titled “Fantastique,” the concert features Hector Berlioz’s dramatic and imaginative Symphonie Fantastique, alongside performances by the winners of Summit Symphony’s Young Artist Competition: Valentina (Val) Chen, Alexander Fiszer, and Sophia Zhang —featured as soloists, showcasing the next generation of exceptional musical talent.
Free, but donations are welcome.
Summit High School
125 Kent Place Blvd, Summit
551-804-8114
summitsymphony.org
Wheelchair-accessible entry via front-entrance. ADA-accessible bathrooms. Wheelchair seating and seating for walkers at rear of auditorium.
May 17
5 pm
CONCERT (live + video for ticket-holders)
Summit Chorale presents “Liberty & Justice for All”
The Chorale will perform works by Florence Price, John Adams and Randall Thompson. The choral works related to events that shaped the course of American History and the leaders who chose the path, from Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln to Richard Nixon — reflecting the tragedy and triumph of American History. attend in person? No worries!
Your advance ticket purchase includes access to the post-concert video, made available to all ticket purchasers after the concert, so you can enjoy the concert in the comfort of your home.
Tickets: $25 In Advance, $30 At the Door, $15 Student
Saint John’s Lutheran Church
587 Springfield Ave., Summit
ticketleap.events/tickets/summit-chorale/spring-concert-2026
Venue is ADA-accessible. Digital version of print program available for easy magnifying; post-concert video provided to all advance ticket purchasers. For other accessibility needs, email events@summitchorale.org before the event.
May 19
12 pm (noon)
FREE MOVIE
“La La Land”– presented by Downtown Cranford
Part of the film series for Union County seniors (55+). This acclaimed musical comedy-drama film stars Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone as struggling artists pursuing their dreams in Los Angeles. After the movie, enjoy a brief Q/A with film-industry professional.
FREE for 55+ seniors.
Reserve tickets here
908-709-7208
Cranford Theater
25 North Ave. West, Cranford
The Cranford Theater is fully wheelchair-accessible.
May 28
6 pm
FREE CONCERT
Jazz Concert on the Lawn – 250 Celebration Series
The Florian Schantz Jazz Combo performs patriotic songs, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Roselle Park Veterans Memorial Library
404 Chestnut St., Roselle Park
Event is wheelchair-accessible via ramps, elevator, ADA-standard restrooms.
May 31
3 pm
CONCERT
The Sounds of Romance – from Brahms to Tango
Musicians of the NY Philharmonic with Yi-heng Yang play Brahms, Chopin, Zeugner, Bernstein and Piazzolla! Join in the beauty of exquisite music, as Yi-heng Yang, Max Zeugner, Maria Kitsopoulos and Sharon Yamada perform:
- Piano Trio No. 1 in B Major, Op. 8 by Johannes Brahms
- Etude in C# minor Op. 25 No. 7 by Frédéric Chopin
- 3 Partimenti for solo electric bass by Max Zeugner
- Two Songs from “West Side Story” by Leonard Bernstein
- Astor Piazzolla: ‘Summer’ from The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires
Tickets: $30 (free for students with ID)
Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation
4 Waldron Ave, Summit
Venue is wheelchair-accessible per ADA. Large-print programs available upon request.
May 31
4 – 6 pm
FREE CONCERT
Happy 250th, America!
This free symphonic concert is presented by the Society of Musical Arts, commemorating and celebrating the semiquincentennial of the United States — with Gould’s American Salute and Locklair’s Independence Day, along with Aaron Copland’s stirring Lincoln Portrait for narrator and orchestra. Music Director Stephen Culbertson conducts.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
414 East Broad St., Westfield
Venue is wheelchair accessible.