Metuchen Borough Public Library

The grand re-opening will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Metuchen Public Library, located at 480 Middlesex Avenue, Metuchen, NJ.
Families are invited to join the celebration, explore the refreshed Children’s Room, and discover all that the Metuchen Public Library has to offer.

Local Event: Metuchen Public Library Children's Room Grand Re-Opening!

Middlesex County

Edison-Metuchen

New Jersey

Metuchen Public Library Children's Room Grand...

The grand re-opening will take place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Metuchen Public Library, located at 480 Middlesex...

Metuchen Public Library Children's Room Grand Re-Opening!

Metuchen High School

MIDDLESEX COUNTY JAZZ FESTIVAL COMES TO METUCHEN SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 
After great performance in Woodbridge, New Brunswick and Carteret, On Saturday, September 26, the Middlesex County Jazz Festival reaches a grand finale in Metuchen when Friends of Metuchen Arts and Metuchen Arts Council present a full evening’s entertainment. Starting at 5:30 p.m., performances featuring the Metuchen Dance Centre followed by the innovative pairing of the Metuchen High School Jazz Ensemble (big band) directed by John Messenger and the Metuchen High School Orchestra directed by Chris McEwan.At 7:00 p.m. Dave Schumacher &amp; Cubeye, the outstanding contemporary Latin American Jazz ensemble, takes the Metuchen stage with sounds that meld Cuban tradition, New York hardbop and modern jazz.Next, the evening’s headliner, Mingus Big Band, performs the music of legendary composer/bassist Charles Mingus. The Metuchen event takes place indoors in the comfortably refurbished Metuchen High School auditorium located at 400 Grove Avenue in Metuchen.
All Middlesex County Jazz Festival concerts are all free and accessible.
THE FULL 2026 MIDDLESEX COUNTY JAZZ FESTIVAL opens in Woodbridge on Wednesday, September 23 at Parker Press Park, 400 Rahway Avenue. Starting at 7:00 p.m the Woodbridge High School Jazz Choir, under the direction of Lisa Romero, performs. Next, it is all about the healing power of the blues with the Eli Yamin Jazz &amp; Blues Band followed by the additional healing power of soul and jazz with the evening’s headliner, the Shayna Steele Quintet.
Moving to Thursday, September 24, the New Brunswick Jazz Project edition of the Festival will start at 5:30 p.m. outdoors in Liberty Square Park at 150 Neilson Street, with Cocomama, an all-female salsa band specializing in a combination of Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz improvisation.Next up the accomplished composer, esteemed saxophonist, vocalist and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition, Camille Thurman headlines with the Darrell Green Quartet by her side.
Friday, September 25 is Carteret’s night to shine starting with keyboardist and organist Jeff Levine followed by headliner Saxophonist, Lance Bryant &amp; Shout! Big Band adding a bit of rhythm &amp; blues and gospel overtones to the Festival.Performances start at 7:00 p.m. at the beautiful Carteret Performing Arts Center, 46 Washington Street in Carteret.
Grant funding for the Festival has been provided by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners through a grant award from the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund.

Local Event: Middlesex County Jazz Festival

Middlesex County Jazz Festival

MIDDLESEX COUNTY JAZZ FESTIVAL COMES TO METUCHEN SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 
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Swim & Sport Club

The best time of year for an outdoor concert and festival is here — no apples, no pumpkins, no hayrides. Just great music and a good time for everyone. With crisp fall air and early autumn colors setting the backdrop, New Jersey music fans will gather as the historic Swim &amp; Sport Club in Flanders transforms into a jam‑filled festival field. The all‑ages event runs from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and features a full day of live performances, food, and community. Attendees may stay for the entire day or come for their favorite bands — re‑entry is permitted with an event wristband, valid ID, and ticket.
A Brother’s Revival headlines the festival, led by David “Rook” Goldflies (Allman Brothers Band) and Mike Kach (Dickey Betts &amp; Great Southern), joined by local musician Eric Cohen. The lineup also includes Divided Sky, a high‑energy Phish tribute; Touch of Grey, performing classics from the Grateful Dead; and Animal Instincts, a Philadelphia‑based psychedelic rock and funk fusion group.
The festival grounds will feature food trucks, a Beer &amp; Spirits Tent, themed merchandise vendors, and open space for dancing and gathering. The event promises a vibrant, no‑gimmicks outdoor experience built around great music and community.
Event Details 
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Location: Swim &amp; Sport Club, 272 Emmans Road, Flanders, NJ
Tickets: jamtoberfest.simpletix.com
Price: $39 advance / $49 at the gate
Media &amp; Ticket Inquiries: jamtoberfest26@gmail.com

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