Free Comic Book Day in Essex County: Places to Get Your Fix on Saturday

Annual event takes place nationwide on May 2.

Seeking Entries: Essex County Launches Parks Photography Contest

Contest open to South Orange residents; Deadline is September 16.

South Orange Theater: Play Tackles 'Battle of the Sexes'

“Miss Julie” comes to Baird Theatre on April 10 to 12.

Around Essex County: Fun Things To Do This Week

Local events for Sunday, March 15 to Saturday, March 21

It's 'Almost Maine' in South Orange

Romantic comedy comes to Baird Theatre, May 13 to 15

Pine Hill Project Comes to South Orange PAC: Friday, March 20

Richard Shindell and Lucy Kaplansky collaborate to create folk music

Learn About Nature and Get Fit: Local Events

Essex County to host series of environmental, health, exercise and crafting programs

InterACT Productions Presenting "Almost, Maine"

Warm up to the romantic comedy "Almost, Maine" on three weekends in March.

InterACT Productions Holding Auditions for '9 to 5'

South Orange theater looking to cast play based on hit Dolly Parton film

Rutgers, NJIT Spring Theatre Program

Check out what productions the Rutgers-NJIT Theatre Program has to offer this spring.

Rutgers University-Newark Spring 2015 Music, Dance Events

Check out some of the music and dance events at Rutgers University-Newark this spring.

Oheb's Got Talent: Chanukah Talent Show

On December 20, the 5th night of Chanukah, Oheb Shalom in South Orange will be hosting a family friendly talent show!

Local Students to Perform in Youth Orchestras of Essex County Winter Concert

At least one South Orange student will be performing. The concert will take place at SOPAC on Sunday Dec. 14 at 3:00 p.m.

Seton Hall Presents Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

Student directed performances will be held at various times Dec. 4 through 7 in the SHU Theatre in the Round.

Rutgers Newark Conductor to Lead Final Holiday Concert Series

This December will be the last that Dr. John Eric Floreen conducts the Rutgers University-Newark Chorus in holiday concert performances.

Seton Hall University Jazz 'n the Hall Concert Series

The Count Basie Orchestra will perform at SOPAC on Tuesday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m.

Four South Orange Locals to Appear in 'Bring it On, The Musical'

Featuring over than forty teens from all over northern NJ, the cast includes Naomi Fisch, Kara Handelman, Olivia Pryor, and Lucy Schmidt.

Explore Art and Activism at this Essex Gallery and Museum

The museum includes pieces of artwork from South Africa and a Rosie the Riveter “Selfie Station.”

Susan Marx Works in Group Show at Agora Gallery in NYC

Marx’s work has been featured in group shows in Cedar Grove, South Orange, Maplewood and at Montclair State University.

11th Annual OSPAC Jazz Festival on September 20

The OSPAC Jazz & Brew Fest will be hosted by WBGOJazz88.3FM Musical Director and On Air Host Gary Walker.

'Thank You' Documentary Project

Is there someone in your life that you want to thank unconditionally? Nonfiction Unlimited can help you turn it into a documentary!

31 Senior Citizens Receive Recognition for Their Artistic Talent

Award recipients are seniors from Bloomfield, Montclair, Cedar Grove and many other Essex County municipalities.

Artist to be Congratulated in Annual Essex County Senior Art Show

31 senior citizens will receive recognition for their artistic talent.

Broadway Star Aaron Lazar to Perform at JCC Metrowest

West Orange resident, JCC Early Childhood parent and Broadway star Aaron Lazar will perform for one night only at the JCC MetroWest.

Paper Mill Playhouse Single Tickets Now on Sale for 2014-15 Season

Millburn theater will present Can-Can, Elf, Hunchback of Notre Dame and world-premiere of Ever After.

'Dawn of the Planet of the Apes': Trailer + Review

Cinema Siren says: Spectacular Simians should make Dawn the brightest of summer blockbusters.

'How to Train Your Dragon 2': Review and Director Interview

Cinema Siren gives it 5 stars, saying it's fierier than the first, with twice the dragons.

Wacky World Of 'Into The Woods' Comes To Baird Theater

InterACT Theater Co. to show audiences what really happened post-ever-after with 'Into The Woods.'

Disney's Bears: Funny, Fascinating and Rated G

"Bears," in theaters April 18, combines beautiful footage with a style and story accessible to children, making it a success for the whole family.

'Heaven is for Real' in Theaters Now

Get ready to see the real-life story about a boy who says he went to Heaven. Sponsored by Sony.

'Rio 2' TRAILER/REVIEW: This Superior Sequel Soars

'Rio 2' opens in movie theaters this weekend.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Captain America' Oh Beautiful!

Film debuts in theaters this weekend; rated PG-13.

Brick City Comedy Revue Showcases New Talent

Kilkenny Alehouse to host laughs, local talent in free monthly comedy showcase.

'Bad Words' Offers 'Cinematic Catharsis,' Plus an Interview with Jason Bateman

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: In 'Noah,' Aronofsky Builds a Vessel of Fearless Filmmaking

Leslie Combemale aka Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

VIDEOS + REVIEW: 'Muppets Most Wanted' Is Furry Fun

The Muppets are back! Cinema Siren gives the film 3.5 out of 5 stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: Wes Anderson's 'The Grand Budapest Hotel'

Cinema Siren gives the film five stars.

TRAILER + REVIEW: 'Mr. Peabody & Sherman' Best in Show or In the Dog House?

The new 3D animated release feels like both lots of fun and a big disappointment, right in the same 92 minutes.

2014 Oscars Predictions and 10 Things You Might Not Know About Them

Cinema Siren makes predictions about the Oscars; the awards program airs Sunday night at 7 p.m. on ABC, hosted by Ellen Degeneres.

VIDEO/REVIEW: 'Pompeii' — Lava Is Coming

Watch the trailer and interviews by Leslie Combemale, with the director Paul W.S. Anderson and star Kit Harington from HBO's 'Game of Thrones.'