EVENTS GUIDE | SEPTEMBER Art Rose B. Simpson: Witness Thru Sept 11 There’s only a little time FREE left to see mixed-media artist Rose B. Simpson’s work, which aims at healing her trauma—from being objectified to stereotyped—through eccentric sculptures. Art@ Bainbridge, Princeton. artmuseum.princeton. edu. American Stories: Selections From the <strong>Jersey</strong> City Museum Collection Thru Dec 30 This exhibit, formerly in FREE the <strong>Jersey</strong> City Museum, has a new home at Rutgers for the fall. It includes various depictions of American life through the lenses of local artists. Zimmerli Art Museum, <strong>New</strong> Brunswick. zimmerli.rutgers.edu. Comedy Zakir Khan ➤ Sept 3 With two successful specials and soldout global tours, Indian comedian Zakir Khan is offering <strong>New</strong> <strong>Jersey</strong>ans his humorous take on everyday life. 7 pm; $50-$65. <strong>New</strong> <strong>Jersey</strong> Performing Arts Center, <strong>New</strong>ark. njpac.org. Joey “Coco” Diaz ➤ Sept 7-8 Born in Havana, Cuba, and raised in North Bergen, Joey “Coco” Diaz will bring his stand-up storytelling smarts to his home state. Showtimes vary; $21.40-$57.75. Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club, Point Pleasant Beach. unclevinniescomedyclub.com. Jerry Seinfeld ➤ Sept 9 Comedic legend Jerry Seinfeld, best known for the hit 90s sitcom Seinfeld, is bringing his hilarious observations to the Garden State. 7 pm & 9:30 pm; $100-$210. Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown. mayoarts.org. Terence “TK” Kirkland ➤ Sept 15-18 Born in <strong>Jersey</strong> City and raised in Compton, California, TK Kirkland is an entertainment icon who got his start as the comedic opening act for the legendary rap group NWA. Now he is returning home for a weekend to share some laughs and real-life experiences. Showtimes vary; $40-$50. Bananas Comedy Club, Rutherford. Bananascomedyclub.com. Festivals Sea Hear Now ➤ Sept 17-18 Head to the beach for two days of art, surfing, food, and a jam-packed musical lineup headlined by Green Day and Stevie Nicks. Noon-11 pm; $215 GA. North Beach and Bradley Park, Asbury Park. seahearnowfestival. com. Water Lantern Festival ➤ Sept 24 This country-wide, family-friendly event is inspired by ancient Asian practices. Attendees write their hopes and dreams or letters to loved ones on their lanterns. Then they release the lanterns and watch them drift softly into the water. In addition to the lanterns, live music and food are available on-site for purchase. 4-9 pm; $25.99-$55.99. Liberty State Park, <strong>Jersey</strong> City. waterlanternfestival.com. Music Rammstein ➤ Sept 6 Rammstein promises that its North American tour is going to be an extreme spectacle, and the rock group is coming to <strong>Jersey</strong>. 7 pm; $59.50-$149.50. MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. metlifestadium.com. My Chemical Romance ➤ Sept 20-21 Iconic punk rock band My Chemical Romance, saviors of the broken, beaten and damned, is returning to its hometown 20 years after its debut album, I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love. 8 pm; $100-$856.30. Prudential Center, <strong>New</strong>ark. prucenter.com. Earth, Iceage ➤ Sept 22 Earth, an experimental rock band from Washington, and Iceage, a Danish punk rock group, are teaming up at <strong>Jersey</strong> City’s picturesque White Eagle Hall. 8 pm; $25. White Eagle Hall, <strong>Jersey</strong> City. whiteeaglehalljc.com. Jenny Lewis ➤ Sept 23 Musician Jenny Lewis is well known as the lead singer and guitarist of the indie rock band Rilo Kiley. Most recently, she showed off her solo talents as an opening act for Harry Styles’s North American Love on Tour. Catch her solo again at the Stone Pony this month. 7 pm; $39.50-$45. The Stone Pony, Asbury Park. stoneponyonline.com. Special Events Latin Plug Awards ➤ Sept 14 These awards honor influential Latin entertainers with live performances and guest appearances. 8 pm; $80-$155. Prudential Center, <strong>New</strong>ark. prucenter.com. Stage One Slight Hitch ➤ Sept 13-Oct 15 This comedic play, written by Lewis Black, follows the Coleman family on the day of their oldest daughter’s backyard wedding. The show promises to be relatable, funny and heartful. Showtimes vary; $74.50- $84.50. Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton. hhplayhouse.com. The Wolves ➤ Sept 17-Oct 16 This thriller follows nine young women on a competitive high school soccer team during its nationals competition. The teens are billed as relatable and resilient warriors throughout a plot centered on life, love and loss on and off the pitch. Showtimes vary; $35-$60. McCarter Theatre Center, Princeton. mccarter.org. Benefits & Fundraisers Joey’s Fund Charity Classic Car Show ➤ Sept 18 The eighth annual charity car show showcases unique cars to help parents who are struggling with caring for children who suffer from life-threatening illnesses. Joey’s Fund understands the emotional and financial toll it takes and tries to pay it forward. Those who wish to be in the car show can register their vehicle online. 11 Am-4 pm. Closter Plaza, Closter. joeyscharityfund.org. Tricky Tray Fun Night Fundraiser ➤ Sept 22 This third annual fundraiser event is a community celebration in honor of the late Alex Sebahie, a member of Paterson’s wresting community. The event raises scholarship funds for athletes, their families and schools that are struggling financially. 6-10 pm. Brownstone Banquet Hall, Paterson. alexsebahie.org. Janine Hee Memorial Foundation Fundraiser ➤ Sept 24 The second annual fundraising event is offering fantastic food, friendship, silent auctions, prizes and dancing with DJ Jimmy Mulholland. Proceeds go toward raising scholarship funds for students at Paul VI High School, as well as other philanthropic causes. 6 pm. Scarpinato’s Cucina and Catering, Washington Township. janineheememorialfund.org. Sammy’s Hope Seventh Annual Charity Golf Outing ➤ Sept 28 Enjoy a day of golf with an open bar, food, prizes, raffle baskets and a 50/50 drawing. Proceeds go directly toward funding care and medical expenses for animals at Sammy Hope’s Animal Welfare & Adoption Center in Sayreville. Sammy’s Hope is a nonprofit animal-welfare organization that aims to find homes for strays in <strong>New</strong> <strong>Jersey</strong>. 8 Am-4 pm. Royce Brook Golf Club, Hillsborough. golfinvite.net/sammyshope. Schedules may change; call or check the venue’s website to verify event information. Submit your event to our online calendar via njmonthly.com/submit-an-event or by e-mail at events@njmonthly.com. FREE Admission free for all ages 118 SEPTEMBER <strong>2022</strong> NJMONTHLY.COM
SEPT. 21 - OCT. 9 ON THE MAIN STAGE The Caretaker by Harold Pinter Directed by Bonnie J. Monte One of Pinter’s greatest masterpieces, this thought provoking piece is not to be missed. is taut tale of a homeless man and two brothers who give him shelter, makes for a gripping night of theatrical meta-realism. It draws the audience into a compelling and mysterious world, where an unsettling and ever-shiiing power struggle plays out amidst a strange domestic scenario within the walls of a “home”that is as threatening as it is fragile. ShakespeareNJ.org | 973.408.5600 36 Madison Ave, Madison NJ 07940 2023 FIVE STAR Wealth Managers Who will be named? Find out in a special section inside the January issue. To share your opinion, go to fivestarprofessional.com/wmconsumerfeedback
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