Name: The Folk Project Open Stage
Start: 2026-06-12T19:30:00-04:00

The Folk Project Open Stage, North Jersey’s premier open stage, is on the second  Friday of every month. The stage features two-song (or  ten  minutes) sign-up slots. Signups are done in advance by emailing Chairman Todd at <a href="mailto:openstage@folkproject.org">openstage@folkproject.org</a>.

Local Event: The Folk Project Open Stage

Morris County

Morris

Rockaway

New Jersey

The Folk Project Open Stage

The Folk Project Open Stage, North Jersey’s premier open stage, is on the second  Friday of every month. The stage features...

Rockaway Townsquare Macy's Center Court (1st Fl)

Make a difference in your community by participating in this blood drive hosted by New Jersey Blood Services. Donors will receive a $10 Tango e-gift card and a whole box of Girl Scout cookies while supplies last. Appointments are encouraged, though walk-ins are welcome; donors must be at least 17 years old, or 16 with parental consent.

Local Event: Rockaway Townsquare Blood Drive - $10 e-gift card + Box of Girl Scout Cookies for donors!

Rockaway Townsquare Blood Drive - $10 e-gift...

Make a difference in your community by participating in this blood drive hosted by New Jersey Blood Services. Donors will...

Rockaway Townsquare Blood Drive - $10 e-gift card + Box of Girl Scout Cookies for donors!

Ironia Elementary School

Experience the joy of square dancing with the Reelers Square Dance Club. This beginner-friendly event with experienced caller, Betsy Gotta, is open to ages 16 and up with no experience needed. Great fun, exercise, and a chance to meet new people for only $7 cash at the door. Light snacks provided. Remember to bring your water bottle. &nbsp;Casual attire.&nbsp;&nbsp;Give it a try! See you on the dance floor!
When: Friday, May 29, 2026, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Where: Ironia Elementary School, 303 Dover Chester Road, Randolph, NJ 07866

Local Event: Community Square Dance

Community Square Dance

Experience the joy of square dancing with the Reelers Square Dance Club.   This beginner-friendly event with experienced...

Claudia Schmidt brings her exuberant music and love of humanity back to the Troubadour! With her multi-octave voice, 12 string guitar and mountain dulcimer, she weaves together song, story and spoken word in a one-of-a-kind presentation that will fill your heart and refresh your soul.&nbsp; After more than 50 years of writing and performing, she is as strong as ever, sharing her wonder and amazement at the world and all the creatures, including us, who inhabit it. She recently released her 22nd album, Reimagining, and is working on new material for yet another release in the not-too-distant future. Come and get energized, humorized and harmonized!Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Pat Wictor makes his home in many musical worlds.&nbsp; Grounded in rural blues and gospel traditions, Wictor’s lean, poetic songs and expressive guitar playing are seasoned with jazz, pop, improvisational surprise, philosophy and social commentary.
Pat’s most recent CD, FLARE, a meditation on political division in America, was called “brilliant” by WFUV’s John Platt, and reached #1 on the Folk-DJ charts.&nbsp; Wictor currently tours solo and in a variety of duos, and is a music educator of note, teaching workshops on guitar, songwriting, body percussion, and vocal and instrumental improvisation.

Local Event: Troubadour Concerts: Co-Bill: Claudia Schmidt and Pat Wictor

Troubadour Concerts: Co-Bill: Claudia Schmidt...

Claudia Schmidt brings her exuberant music and love of humanity back to the Troubadour! With her multi-octave voice, 12 string...

Troubadour Concerts: Co-Bill: Claudia Schmidt and Pat Wictor

Smith Field Park Route 46, Parsippany, NJ

The Parsippany Farmers Market is excited to welcome you to our new home at Smith Field Park, now with updated hours from 3PM to 7PM—perfect for an after-work visit or a laid-back evening with family and friends.
Each week, you’ll find a thoughtfully curated mix of farmers, food vendors, and local makers offering fresh produce, baked goods, prepared foods, and unique handmade items. Whether you’re stopping by to pick up dinner, grab something sweet, or just enjoy a stroll through the park, the market is designed to be easy to shop and enjoyable for everyone.
✨ What to expect:
<ul><li>Fresh, locally grown produce</li><li>Baked goods, prepared foods, and sweet treats</li><li>Handmade goods and specialty items</li><li>A rotating lineup of vendors and food trucks</li><li>A relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere in a beautiful park setting</li></ul>
We’ve created this market to feel welcoming—not overwhelming—so you can take your time, meet the vendors, and truly enjoy the experience.
The market grows when the community shows up. Your support helps small businesses thrive and keeps this space vibrant week after week.
Stop by after work, bring the family, and make the Parsippany Farmers Market part of your weekly routine at Smith Field Park 💚
<hr>Interested in more information or have input about the market? Reach out to the Market Organizer at info@hearhereevents.com

Local Event: A new location, a fresh new vibe

Parsippany

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The Parsippany Farmers Market is excited to welcome you to our new home at Smith Field Park, now with updated hours from 3PM to...

The Black Feathers—Irish and English-born singer-songwriters Ray Hughes and Sian Chandler—are partners in music and in life, known for their haunting harmonies and natural onstage chemistry. Blending Americana, folk, and acoustic indie rock, their songs feel both timeless and contemporary, with expressive guitar work supporting richly layered vocals.
They have toured extensively across the UK, US, and Canada, appearing at festivals including Philadelphia Folk Festival, Falcon Ridge, and Mile of Music, as well as on NPR’s Mountain Stage. Their performances draw listeners in quickly, with an emotional depth and connection that lingers well beyond the final note.New York Blues Hall of Fame inductee Junior Mack is a vocalist and guitarist whose soulful style is deeply rooted in gospel and blues. A self-taught musician who began playing in 1968, he has shared the stage with artists including The Allman Brothers Band, Warren Haynes, Derek Trucks, and Los Lobos.
A founding member of the Grammy-nominated Heritage Blues Orchestra and longtime frontman for Jaimoe’s Jasssz Band, Mack has also appeared on Broadway in Lackawanna Blues, a Critics’ Pick and Drama Desk Award winner. His performances combine powerful vocals, masterful guitar work, and a commanding, deeply authentic stage presence.

Local Event: Troubadour Concerts: Co-Bill: The Black Feathers and Junior Mack

Troubadour Concerts: Co-Bill: The Black...

The Black Feathers—Irish and English-born singer-songwriters Ray Hughes and Sian Chandler—are partners in music and in life,...

Troubadour Concerts: Co-Bill: The Black Feathers and Junior Mack

Emmans Road

Join our monthly walking club for a social cardio hour featuring coffee and a scenic group walk. It is an easy, social, and feel-good fitness experience designed for building community.Parking: Emmans Road, Ledgewood; turn at Ledgewood Park/Morris Canal Park driveway, which is between #8 and #10 Emmans Road
.4 mile walk to Roosters Coffee shop followed by a 2 mile walk.

Local Event: Loops & Latte

Randolph

Loops & Latte

Join our monthly walking club for a social cardio hour featuring coffee and a scenic group walk. It is an easy, social, and...

Comedy Song Night at the Troubadour is a spectacular spectacle where frivolity rules, decorum goes out the window, and laughter’s delivered by the barrel. Four national comedic treasures – David Roth, Rob Parvonian, Todd Chapelle and Host of Hilarity Carla Ulbrich – put their clever insights, playful parodies and laugh-out-loud observations to music. Come ready to laugh, sing along, and thoroughly enjoy this entertaining combination of melody and comedy.
Carla Ulbrich is a comical singer-songwriter who is often compared to Tom Lehrer or Weird Al. She has a love of the absurdities of ordinary life, and a way with words. She has performed her clever songs in 34 states and 3 countries. Carla’s 9 CDs have been featured on the BBC, Dr. Demento, Sirius XM Comedy Radio, the USA Network, PBS, and NPR’s Weekend Edition.David Roth is a singer, songwriter, music educator, and recording artist whose songs have found their way to Carnegie Hall, the United Nations, several Chicken Soup for the Soul books, the Kennedy Center, Peter, Paul, &amp; Mary and Kingston Trio CDs, NASA’s Goddard Space Center (his song “Rocket Science” sailed on the Space Shuttle Atlantis in 2009), the Rise Up Singing and Rise Again (sequel) songbooks, and 15 CDs on the Wind River and Stockfisch (Germany) labels.&nbsp;&nbsp; The Chicago native is also the Executive Director of SummerSongs songwriting camp (NY), the Cape Cod Songwriters Retreats, and host/founder of the Cape’s Full Moon Open Mic (entering its 21st year), providing a forum for community-building and raising money for local non-profits to help neighbors in need.Rob Paravonian is a standup comedian known the world over for his Pachelbel Rant and viral videos which have been viewed millions of times. With the mind of a comedian and the soul of a musician, Rob Paravonian seamlessly fuses sharp comedy performances with top notch musicianship. Rob has opened for George Carlin and Lily Tomlin and has toured everywhere from Alaska to Afghanistan. His songs and performances have appeared on Comedy Central, VH1, SiriusXM, The Dr. Demento Show, and more.Todd Chappelle is a comedy songwriter who does a mix of funny original songs and parodies. His music is influenced by such artists as Weird Al Yankovic and Tom Lehrer. Todd’s music has been heard on The Dr. Demento Show, CNN Radio, the BBC and Good Day Philadelphia. He is a past winner of the Delmarva Folk Hero contest, and he appeared in the PBS programs “Dela-Where?” (2015), “Dela-Where? 2” (2015), “Dela-Where Else?” (2016) and “Counter Culture” (2019). With a quick wit and a powerful voice, Todd is a dynamic live act who has performed at the New York Funny Songs Festival, the Philadelphia Folk Festival and the Chicago Comedy Rock Festival, along with numerous venues throughout the Northeast.

Local Event: Troubadour Concerts:  Comedy Song Night

Troubadour Concerts:  Comedy Song Night

Comedy Song Night at the Troubadour is a spectacular spectacle where frivolity rules, decorum goes out the window, and...

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Vincent Matrisciano for Congress

New Jersey native Vince Matrisciano is running for Congress in NJ District 11 as a “Common Sense Independent.” Running as an Independent, he is not controlled by either party or special interests. His campaign is grounded in transparency, accountability, and respect for the rights and responsibilities of every American. He believes that strong leadership requires both economic strength and compassion, and supports policies that promote innovation, expand opportunity, and help communities thrive. 

New Jersey native Vince Matrisciano is running for Congress in NJ District 11 as a “Common Sense Independent.” Running as an Independent, he is not...

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