October 3
5 pm
FREE OPEN MIC
Youth Poetry Open-Mic Event
Youth open expression, with music and chill atmosphere at local café. Come to just listen, or read one of your own poems.
Free entry
Melao Cafe & Creamery
1425 Irving St., Rahway
Venue is wheelchair-accessible.
October 4
3 pm
CONCERT
Bill Charlap – Jazz Piano Concert from Afternoon Music
Grammy award-winning jazz pianist Bill Charlap brings his genius to the Afternoon Music series. Charlap has performed with many leading artists of our time, including Tony Bennett, Phil Woods, Gerry Mulligan and Wynton Marsalis.
The current Director of Jazz Studies at William Paterson University and a former Artistic Director of New York City’s Jazz in July Festival at 92NY, Bill Charlap has produced concerts for Jazz at Lincoln Center, NJPAC and the Hollywood Bowl.
Tickets: $30-$40
afternoonmusic.org
Beacon Unitarian Universalist Congregation
4 Waldron Ave., Summit
Event is wheelchair-accessible. Large-print programs available upon request to info@afternoonmusic.org
October 3–4, October 9–10-–11
8 pm evenings, 2 pm Sunday matinees
THEATRE
Morning’s at Seven
An American classic written by Paul Osborn, Morning’s at Seven centers around four aging sisters and their families, living in a small Midwestern town in the late 1930s. What appears to be a simple story is nothing but, as it deals with the ramifications as two family members begin to question their lives and want to make changes before it’s too late.
While dealing with hidden resentments and unfulfilled dreams, this is also a heartwarming and sometimes comical story about the true love and devotion of family.
Tickets: $25 general admission; $15 students and veterans with ID
Westfield Community Players
1000 North Ave. West, Westfield
908-232-1221
wcptheatre.org
Ground-floor theatre is wheelchair-accessible. Call ahead to reserve accessible parking or to request additional accommodations, to 908-232-1221.
October 4
2 pm
FREE CONCERT
Summit Symphony – The Orchestra Grows Up – especially for young audiences
Designed especially for young audiences, this lively introduction to the orchestra, directed by Michael Avagliano, explores more than 250 years of music, from Antonio Vivaldi to Aaron Copland.
Discover how the orchestra began, meet the different instrument families, and hear how new instruments created bigger and more exciting sounds over time. The Summit Symphony invites you to this free performance of “The Orchestra Grows Up!”
Summit High School
125 Kent Pl Blvd., Summit
summitsymphony.org
Venue is wheelchair-accessible, including main entrance. Designated accessible parking spaces available in parking lot. Early access to seating is available upon request. Large-print programs available in the lobby. For questions, email info@summitsymphony.org.
October 4
3 pm Reception
5 pm Concert
FREE CONCERT & RECEPTION
Imperial Brass – 35th Anniversary Reception & Concert
Anniversary Reception (light refreshments) and Mini-Concert commemorating 35 years of Imperial Brass, featuring guest Derek Lance, solo cornetist. Concert includes: Concertante, Caprice for Cornet, All There is of Me, Landmarks, Ascalon, Malaguena and Imperial March.
Presbyterian Church, 140 Mountain Ave, Westfield
Venue is wheelchair-accessible.
October 8
3:30 – 4:30 pm
MUSIC & DANCE WORKSHOP
Mexico Beyond Mariachi
Come learn to dance to Mariachi music from Mexico. Children and families will be introduced to the music, dance and culture of Mexico. Mariachi is a traditional Mexican performance and culture. Learn about the stories, legends and myths interwoven together.\
Details at https://linden.librarycalendar.com/event/possible-childrens-program-7371
FREE, but registration is required by Oct. 1
Linden Free Public Library
31 East Henry Street, Linden (on third floor)
Building is wheelchair-accessible, take elevator to 3rd floor.
Oct. 9–18 | ASL-interpreted performance Oct. 10 (at 8 pm)
Fri/Sat at 8 pm | Sat/Sun at 2 pm
THEATRE
Psycho Beach Party
A hilarious send-up of Gidget and Frankie-and-Annette beach-party movies, with a dash of Hitchcock psychological suspense thrillers. Chicklet Forrest, a teenage tomboy, desperately wants to be part of the surf crowd on Malibu Beach in 1962.
One thing getting in her way is her unfortunate tendency towards split personalities. Her most dangerous alter ego is a voracious vixen named Ann Bowman, who has nothing less than world domination on her mind. Note: Psycho Beach Party contains some adult language.
Tickets: $23–$25
CDC Theatre, 78 Winans Ave, Cranford
Theater is wheelchair-accessible, including restroom, ramps, seating, and extra-wide aisle. Accessible parking on right side of building. ASL will be offered at the October 10th performance at 8 pm. For additional information, questions, assistance, or other accommodations, call 908-276-7611.
October 17
10 am – 2 pm
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Intro to Pinhole Photography
In this immersive 4-hour workshop, learn the history of pinhole photography, explore different types of camera builds, make your own pinhole camera, discuss composition and technique, then head out with your instructor to create pinhole photographs on paper that you’ll develop in the darkroom. No experience necessary. Visit the library calendar to learn more and register.
Presented by the Cranford Library.
FREE, but registration is required.
Cranford Community Center
220 Walnut Avenue, Cranford
Building is wheelchair-accessible, including elevator and accessible restrooms.
October 17
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 a featured poet. Hosted by world-champion slam poet RADI, this inclusive event is for people of all ages, including 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
Venue is wheelchair-accessible.
October 17 – November 1
Fri & Sat at 7:30 pm | 2 pm on Sundays
THEATRE
By the Water
In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, the Murphy family struggles to rebuild their Staten Island home and their lives. As old wounds resurface and loyalties are tested, each family member must decide what they’re willing to fight for — and what they’re willing to leave behind.
Filled with humor, warmth and deeply human characters, By the Water is a moving, contemporary story by Sharon Rothstein about family, community, and the meaning of home. Directed by Karen Thornton.
Tickets: $25
The Summit Playhouse
10 New England Ave., Summit
thesummitplayhouse.org/
Wheelchair-accessible venue.
October 17–18
8 pm Sat. evening, 2 pm Sunday matinee
THEATRE
Morning’s at Seven
An American classic written by Paul Osborn, Morning’s at Seven centers around four aging sisters and their families, living in a small Midwestern town in the late 1930s. What appears to be a simple story is nothing but, as it deals with the ramifications as two family members begin to question their lives and want to make changes before it’s too late.
While dealing with hidden resentments and unfulfilled dreams, this is also a heartwarming and sometimes comical story about the true love and devotion of family.
Tickets: $25 general admission; $15 students and veterans with ID
Westfield Community Players
1000 North Ave. West, Westfield
908-232-1221
wcptheatre.org
Ground-floor theatre is wheelchair-accessible. Call ahead to reserve accessible parking or to request additional accommodations, to 908-232-1221.
October 21
2 pm – 4 pm
POETRY
The Poet Is In
Visit with a poet and receive a personalized healing poem.
FREE
Arbor Terrace, 1050 Springfield Ave., Mountainside
908-522-2894
Venue is wheelchair-accessible. Large-print materials available.