New Jersey has 564 municipalities. In contrast, California has 483. Why does New Jersey have so many independent towns and subsequently so many municipal governments? Join historian and archivist Mickey DiCamillo as he explains why New Jersey has divided itself, divided itself again, and almost always refuses to erase its municipal boundaries. Does this subdivision of the state make New Jersey better or worse off? We will discover that the debate is quintessentially American and as old as Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson. Hosted by Mickey DiCamillo Sponsored by the Friends of the Madison Public Library

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Local Event: Explaining New Jersey’s Many, Many Municipalities

Morris County

Madison

New Jersey

Explaining New Jersey’s Many, Many Municipalities

New Jersey has 564 municipalities.  In contrast, California has 483.  Why does New Jersey have so many independent towns and...

Madison Public Library

Join us in the Chase room for a viewing of a 2025 movie starring Jessie Buckley &amp; Paul Mescal. Based on a 2020 novel, this movie follows the life of a famous playwright after the death of his young son. Popcorn and refreshments will be served. No reservations required however, first come first served for seating.&nbsp; Rating: PG-13 Run time: 2 hours and 5 minutes

Local Event: Thursday Adult Movie

Thursday Adult Movie

Join us in the Chase room for a viewing of a 2025 movie starring Jessie Buckley & Paul Mescal. Based on a 2020 novel, this...

Travel through the country, enjoying its history and majestic beauty, via some of America’s finest landscape paintings. This lecture explores the way in which American landscape painting helped establish a national identity, while also providing commentary on the relationship between nature and humanity. Marvel at the works of Thomas Cole, Frederic Edwin Church, and Albert Bierstadt, and others, as we celebrate our nation’s history and natural beauty.&nbsp;
Mallory Mortillaro is an art historian and educator. As a researcher, she consults for private collectors, museums, and organizations in the New York metropolitan area, with a primary focus &nbsp;on provenance research.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1689&amp;BranchID=&amp;Branch=39%20Keep%20Street&amp;EventID=586881&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>

Local Event: From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of American Landscape Painting (ON ZOOM)

From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of...

Travel through the country, enjoying its history and majestic beauty, via some of America’s finest landscape paintings. This...

From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of American Landscape Painting (ON ZOOM)

At nine feet tall, this impressive portrait of the sixteenth president has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike than any other. Exhibited at the US Capitol, the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, and the Union League Club in New York, among other important places, this portrait eventually found a home in the Hartley Dodge Memorial in Madison, NJ. Mallory will share her first-hand account of researching this painting and the stories she uncovered as she leads the audience through this painting’s fascinating provenance. This portrait is currently on loan to the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery. This lecture will be given by Mallory Mortillaro.Mallory&nbsp;is an art historian and educator.&nbsp; She has a decade of teaching experience and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Her discoveries in the art world have garnered her international attention.&nbsp; She studied at Drew University.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Mallory resides in New Jersey with her husband and daughter.

Local Event: Madison's Lincoln Portrait

Madison's Lincoln Portrait

At nine feet tall, this impressive portrait of the sixteenth president has been praised by those who knew him as more lifelike...

Join Vital Stretch of Madison for a gentle 35-minute mobility class designed to help you move with more ease, release tension, and support overall flexibility and wellness. This guided session focuses on simple movements and stretches that leave the body feeling refreshed, supported and energized. Please bring a yoga mat, water and wear comfortable clothing you can move in. Chairs will be available for anyone who prefers not to practice on the floor. We look forward to moving with you.

Local Event: Mobility Class

Mobility Class

Join Vital Stretch of Madison for a gentle 35-minute mobility class designed to help you move with more ease, release tension,...

THE 2026 ANNUAL ABRAHAM LINCOLN LECTURE
 of the
NORTH JERSEY CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM&nbsp; EDST&nbsp; Chat Room 6:30 PM EDST (Zoom Program)&nbsp;
PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN
And
AMERICA’S 250TH&nbsp;ANNIVERSARY
The Presidential train traveled east from Springfield, IL, on &nbsp;its way to Washington, D.C, carrying president-elect Abraham Lincoln; the first time that hundreds of thousands &nbsp;of people would have the opportunity to see a President of the United States, and perhaps to hear him speak. &nbsp;But, although &nbsp;speaking at the many stops of the 13-day journey, Lincoln left many of his listeners unimpressed.&nbsp; Then he reached the one free state, New Jersey, termed&nbsp;the northern-most southern state,&nbsp;(a term actually accepted!) whose popular vote he had not captured and had to split the Electoral votes with Sen. Douglas, 4-3.
Now speaking in two separate speeches, one before the NJ Senate and the other before the NJ Assembly, Lincoln in Trenton now spoke powerfully, evoking the spirit of George Washington, crossing the Delaware River, the battle with the Hessians and the hardships they endured. And then continued on in the same spirit to Philadelphia, evoking at Independence Hall, the Declaration of Independence.
This talk will address the central question.&nbsp; In this 250th&nbsp;anniversary of American independence, how did Lincoln make use of our revolutionary heritage to advance the cause of Union?&nbsp;
Presented by
RICHARD SCHWARTZ
Author and Historian
Richard Schwartz&nbsp;is a former high school history teacher.&nbsp; He is the author of&nbsp;The Prairies on Fire: Lincoln Debates Douglas, 1858.&nbsp;&nbsp;He writes the Substack newsletter&nbsp;Common Sentences.&nbsp;Ed. Note:&nbsp;Schwartz has presented Lincoln lectures before the NJCWRT several times,&nbsp; and I can state&nbsp;&nbsp;This is probably the best Lincoln lecture you will hear. (How’s that for going out a limb?)
When Schwartz presented a lecture at the&nbsp;Gettysburg Forum,&nbsp;he received a standing ovation, and that included the leading Lincoln scholars!!

Local Event: Abraham Lincoln Annual Zoom Lecture

Abraham Lincoln Annual Zoom Lecture

THE 2026 ANNUAL ABRAHAM LINCOLN LECTURE
 of the
NORTH JERSEY CIVIL WAR ROUND TABLE
Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM ...

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has been collecting American works since its opening in the 1870s. &nbsp;In 1924, the museum officially opened its American Wing, providing a special focus and celebration of these objects. Today, the American Wing houses some of the museum’s most beloved pieces, such as Leutze’s Washington Crossing the Delaware, Gilbert Stuart’s iconic portrait of George Washington, Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ Diana, as well as Louis Comfort Tiffany’s dramatic three-part window, Garden Landscape. This lecture will discuss these pieces and other important works from the collection. &nbsp;
Mallory Mortillaro is an art historian and educator. As a researcher, she consults for private collectors, museums, and organizations in the New York metropolitan area, with a primary focus &nbsp;on provenance research.&nbsp;<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1689&amp;BranchID=&amp;Branch=39%20Keep%20Street&amp;EventID=586880&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register here</a>

Local Event: Highlights of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s American Wing (ON ZOOM)

Highlights of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s...

The Metropolitan Museum of Art has been collecting American works since its opening in the 1870s.  In 1924, the museum...

Highlights of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s American Wing (ON ZOOM)

Madison Public Library, 39 Keep St, Madison, NJ, 07940 (ZOOM)

This talk will trace the artistic career of Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828), who produced over 1,000 portraits in his lifetime as he worked in eight cities: Newport, Rhode Island; Edinburgh; London; Dublin; New York; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; and Boston. Renowned for the accuracy of his facial likenesses, Stuart painted the most important Americans of his time, including presidents. One of his portraits of George Washington, for instance, is reflected in the current one-dollar bill. A charming conversationalist, to draw out his sitters’ personality (though not every story he told was true), and sometimes irascible, Stuart became the most preeminent art authority in America. Works of art from East Coast institutions will take pride of place in the talk.
This talk will be on Zoom and lead by art historian, Michael Norris.&nbsp;

Local Event: Artists’ Eyes on the American Revolution: Gilbert Stuart, Portraitist of the Founding Fathers (ON ZO

Artists’ Eyes on the American Revolution:...

This talk will trace the artistic career of Gilbert Stuart (1755-1828), who produced over 1,000 portraits in his lifetime as he...

Artists’ Eyes on the American Revolution: Gilbert Stuart, Portraitist of the Founding Fathers (ON ZO

The Nabis were a group of artists whose spiritual, emotional and aesthetic inspiration came from Paul Gauguin and the Symbolist poets. They had one foot in the 19th Century and one foot in the 20th , and although they are not as famous as the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, their work was just as innovative and original. Come explore what stirred The Nabis to create works with expressive and transcendent connections to the divine in nature.<a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1689&amp;BranchID=&amp;Branch=&amp;EventID=588124&amp;PK=" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Register Here</a>

Local Event: Who are The Nabis, and Why Don’t I Know These Amazing Artists? (ON ZOOM)

Who are The Nabis, and Why Don’t I Know These...

The Nabis were a group of artists whose spiritual, emotional and aesthetic inspiration came from Paul Gauguin and the Symbolist...

Who are The Nabis, and Why Don’t I Know These Amazing Artists? (ON ZOOM)

Join us for a free 90-minute program designed to help you feel calmer, clearer, and more like yourself again.
If life feels too full, fast, and a little overwhelming—you’re not alone. Midlife stress can leave you running on empty, impacting your energy, sleep, and overall well-being.
In this nourishing, practical workshop, you’ll be empowered with knowledge on how stress affects our whole body and mind. You’ll also learn simple, science-backed ways to regulate your nervous system, release body tension and restore your energy—tools you can use in minutes, even on the busiest of days.
Led by Katriona Burrow, Well-being Coach and Occupational Therapist. 
Space is limited - Registration Required

Local Event: Stress Less, Live More! Simple Tools for Thriving in Midlife!

Stress Less, Live More! Simple Tools for...

Join us for a free 90-minute program designed to help you feel calmer, clearer, and more like yourself again.
If life feels too...

Stress Less, Live More! Simple Tools for Thriving in Midlife!

Pam Nixon&nbsp; of Peace Play NJ will lead you as you immerse yourself in a peaceful yoga experience for women, featuring slow, gentle movements and calming breathwork, while exploring the supportive and grounding elements of essential oils, crystals, and uplifting affirmations. You’ll leave class with an affirmation card, soothing tea, and an essential oil roller to continue your self-care ritual at home. This is your time to unwind, recharge, and reconnect with yourself.

Local Event: Yoga, Crystals & Essential Oils

Yoga, Crystals & Essential Oils

Pam Nixon  of Peace Play NJ will lead you as you immerse yourself in a peaceful yoga experience for women, featuring slow,...

Myths and legends often have some kernel of historical truth. So, what can we make of the Jersey Devil myth? Is any part of the tale rooted in fact? Historian and archivist Mickey DiCamillo discusses the origins of Jersey's most famous mythological monster and identifies the real-life creatures (some human...some beast) that inspired the story that lives on today. From dinosaurs to witches to Benjamin Franklin…a lot goes into making a myth.

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Local Event:  Origins of a Legend: The New Jersey Devil

 Origins of a Legend: The New Jersey Devil

Myths and legends often have some kernel of historical truth.  So, what can we make of the Jersey Devil myth?  Is any part of...

Join Paige from Healing by Paige for a relaxing evening centered around the soothing sounds of singing bowls. You’ll dive into a calming meditation experience that leaves you feeling rejuvenated and peaceful. <a href="https://engagedpatrons.org/EventsRegister.cfm?SiteID=1689&amp;BranchID=&amp;EventID=590668&amp;PK=" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register here</a>

Local Event: Sound Bath Session

Sound Bath Session

Join Paige from Healing by Paige for a relaxing evening centered around the soothing sounds of singing bowls. You’ll dive into...

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CHATHAM, NJ — Shameless Product Placement LLC, a local independent video game company founded by Chatham resident Charles Conlan, launched its first game, Apeoleon Goes Ape Ship, during the Fishawack Festival this past Saturday.
As part of the game's promotion, Shameless Product Placement created the Go Bananas Spy Network, a community-wide adventure that combined mobile gaming, storytelling, and local businesses. Participants explored downtown Chatham, completed missions, followed clues, scanned QR codes, and interacted with local sponsors while helping characters from Apeoleon Goes Ape Ship.
Players collected rewards and worked their way toward a final boss battle. The event also introduced families to Apeoleon Goes Ape Ship and helped recruit new testers interested in helping shape future versions of the game.
"We wanted to create something fun that connected gaming, local businesses, and the community," said Charles Conlan, Founder &amp; Creative Director of Shameless Product Placement. "This was our first pilot event, and we learned a tremendous amount that will help us build even better experiences in the future."
The company expressed its gratitude to the local businesses and organizations that participated in the Spy Network, including Scoops, Chatham Convenience Store, Arminio's, iCode Chatham, Chatham Bagels, Fleur de Sel, Jabberwocky, and AT&amp;T. Their support helped bring the concept to life and allowed the team to test a new approach to community engagement through interactive entertainment.
Founded in Chatham, Shameless Product Placement was created by Charles Conlan with a mission to build story-driven games while creating opportunities for local businesses to become part of the gaming experience itself.
The company plans to continue developing Apeoleon Goes Ape Ship, expand its player and tester community, and explore future opportunities to bring interactive gaming events to the local community.
For more information about Apeoleon Goes Ape Ship and Shameless Product Placement, visit https://shamelesspp.com/.
Media Contact:
Joe Conlan Shameless Product Placement LLC
(917) 863-0915 info@shamelesspp.com

Local Event: Chatham's First Video Game Company

Chatham's First Video Game Company

CHATHAM, NJ — Shameless Product Placement LLC, a local independent video game company founded by Chatham resident Charles...

Join Community Hope for the 25th Annual Flag Day 5K &amp; 1 Mile Fun Walk and help make a difference for homeless veterans and veteran families in our community.
This family-friendly event welcomes runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Participants can enjoy a USATF-certified course, with awards presented for top overall finishers and age group winners.
Most importantly, every step taken supports Community Hope’s Veterans Programs, providing housing assistance, recovery support, and critical services to veterans and families who are currently unhoused or at risk of homelessness.
Bring your friends, family, and coworkers and join us for this special day of community, patriotism, and hope!

Local Event: 25th Annual Flag Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk

Somerset County

Basking Ridge

25th Annual Flag Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Walk

Join Community Hope for the 25th Annual Flag Day 5K & 1 Mile Fun Walk and help make a difference for homeless veterans and...

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TAYLOR SIMON KING 
A Night of Legendary Music Is Coming to MPAC on June 27&nbsp;
Taylor Simon King is more than a concert — it's a time machine. Take A Nostalgic Look Back at 4 Decades of Classic Music That Became the Soundtrack to Our Generation!
	•	From the poetic soul of James Taylor, the electrifying energy of Carly Simon, to the timeless magic of Carole King - this tribute delivers unforgettable performances that will stir your heart, spark your memories, and get you singing every word.
	•	CRITICS CALL IT&nbsp;
"An emotional, musical journey that feels like coming home."
Tickets are going fast — don't miss your chance to relive the songs that shaped vour life. Produced by Franke Previte Academy Award winner ( I’ve had) The time of my life Dirty Dancing.Tickets taylorsimonking.comMayoarts.org

Local Event: Mayo Pac Presents / Taylor Simon King

Mayo Pac Presents / Taylor Simon King

TAYLOR SIMON KING 
A Night of Legendary Music Is Coming to MPAC on June 27 
Taylor Simon King is more than a concert — it's a...

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