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<b>Singer-songwriter Julia Kirk plays Thursday, Oct. 23 at Krogh’s Restaurant &amp; Brew Pub in Sparta. (Photo by Ashley McNamee)</b>
Singer-songwriter Julia Kirk plays Thursday, Oct. 23 at Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub in Sparta. (Photo by Ashley McNamee)

Live music: Seals, Calamari Sisters at Newton Theatre

Friday, Oct. 17

Mingo Lodge kicks things off with a solo set at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, offering his signature...

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14 Oct 2025 | 03:07
<b>Almost Autumn plays Saturday night at McQ’s Pub at Lake Lenape in Newton. (Photo courtesy of Almost Autumn)</b>
Almost Autumn plays Saturday night at McQ’s Pub at Lake Lenape in Newton. (Photo courtesy of Almost Autumn)

Live music at fall festivals

Friday, Oct. 10

Ciro Patti brings his sound to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m.

Rene Avila makes his debut at Skylands...

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06 Oct 2025 | 09:52
PA1 After 40 years of living in New York City, Kim Parker has moved to Stockholm. (Photos provided)
PA1 After 40 years of living in New York City, Kim Parker has moved to Stockholm. (Photos provided)

The business of art

Art in many ways is a reflection of who we are, our inspirations and where we came from.

Few artists have exemplified that...

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06 Oct 2025 | 03:16
<b>Frenzy Band plays Friday night at Brick &amp; Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Frenzy Band)</b>
Frenzy Band plays Friday night at Brick & Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Frenzy Band)

Live music: Southern rock, blues and bluegrass

Friday, Oct. 3

Dani & Ally perform at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, with a set spanning from Fleetwood Mac to...

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30 Sep 2025 | 04:34
<b>Singer-songwriter Eli Lev will perform Thursday, Oct. 9 at Krogh’s Restaurant &amp; Brew Pub in Sparta. (Photo provided)</b>
Singer-songwriter Eli Lev will perform Thursday, Oct. 9 at Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub in Sparta. (Photo provided)

Talking to Eli Lev

Stefani M.C. Janelli talks to singer-songwriter Eli Lev, who has built his career on the idea that music can bring people...

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25 Sep 2025 | 12:16
<b>Fully Loaded, a female-fronted party band, plays Saturday night at Brick &amp; Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Fully Loaded)</b>
Fully Loaded, a female-fronted party band, plays Saturday night at Brick & Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Fully Loaded)

Live music: Tributes to Seger, Stewart planned

Friday, Sept. 26

Sue Polcer brings her sound to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m.

The Flower Power ’60s Dance kicks...

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23 Sep 2025 | 06:43
The African Children’s Choir will perform Sunday at Sparta Evangelical Free Church. (Photo provided)
The African Children’s Choir will perform Sunday at Sparta Evangelical Free Church. (Photo provided)

African Children’s Choir concert tonight in Sparta

The African Children’s Choir will perform at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21 at Sparta Evangelical Free Church, 429 Lafayette Road....

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21 Sep 2025 | 09:50
<b>Mile 39 plays Saturday night at Skylands Craft Beer &amp; Wine Garden in Wantage. (Photo courtesy of Mile 39)</b>
Mile 39 plays Saturday night at Skylands Craft Beer & Wine Garden in Wantage. (Photo courtesy of Mile 39)

Live music: Newton Theatre welcomes Swifties

Friday, Sept. 19

Brian McLoughlin brings his sound to Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m.

Sunset View Farm, 27 Pierce...

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17 Sep 2025 | 09:13
<b>Brian Vander Ark is best known as lead singer of the rock band the Verve Pipe. (Photo by Jamie Geysbeek)</b>
Brian Vander Ark is best known as lead singer of the rock band the Verve Pipe. (Photo by Jamie Geysbeek)

Talking to Brian Vander Ark

Stefani M.C. Janelli talks to Brian Vander Ark of the Verve Pipe before of his performance Thursday, Sept. 25 at Krogh’s...

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14 Sep 2025 | 11:57
<b>The Living Dogs play Saturday night at O’Reilly’s Pub &amp; Grill in Newton. (Photo courtesy of the Living Dogs)</b>
The Living Dogs play Saturday night at O’Reilly’s Pub & Grill in Newton. (Photo courtesy of the Living Dogs)

Live music: Red Hot Chilli Pipers at Newton Theatre

Friday, Sept. 12

The Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, welcomes Ciro Patti at 6 p.m. for a solo set.

Roxon keeps the night buzzing...

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10 Sep 2025 | 10:24
<b>Jazz-funk guitarist Dirk Quinn plays Friday night at Krogh’s Restaurant &amp; Brew Pub in Sparta. (Photo courtesy of Dirk Quinn)</b>
Jazz-funk guitarist Dirk Quinn plays Friday night at Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub in Sparta. (Photo courtesy of Dirk Quinn)

Live music: Mix of grooves on local stages

Friday, Sept. 5

Maribyrd sets the tone with an intimate evening of acoustic tunes at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route...

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02 Sep 2025 | 05:20
<b>Diamond Eye Jack, a top-notch Dead cover band, performs Saturday night at Milk Street Distillery in Branchville. (Photo by Brian Waksmunski/Hockey Shots Plus)</b>
Diamond Eye Jack, a top-notch Dead cover band, performs Saturday night at Milk Street Distillery in Branchville. (Photo by Brian Waksmunski/Hockey Shots Plus)

Live music: Soundtrack for end of summer

Friday, Aug. 29

Nina Peterson performs at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15.

Barry McArdle takes the stage at McQ’s...

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27 Aug 2025 | 11:42
<b>Just Some Dudes plays rock Saturday night at Brick &amp; Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Just Some Dudes)</b>
Just Some Dudes plays rock Saturday night at Brick & Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Just Some Dudes)

Live music: Performers get back to their roots

Friday, Aug. 22

Folk music fans may settle in for an evening with Erika Sherger as she shares her folk favorites at the Lafayette...

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19 Aug 2025 | 05:01
Thomas Solomon
Thomas Solomon

Family magic show tonight in Sparta

Thomas Solomon and Joe Garsetti will present a special 24 Karat Family Magic Show at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23 at Sparta Avenue...

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23 Aug 2025 | 12:09
<b>Erik Hein plays Saturday night at Sheridan’s Lodge in Newton. (Photo courtesy of Erik Hein)</b>
Erik Hein plays Saturday night at Sheridan’s Lodge in Newton. (Photo courtesy of Erik Hein)

Live music: Venues turn country this week

Friday, Aug. 15

Country fans may catch Tim VG bringing heartfelt tunes to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m.

Jack...

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12 Aug 2025 | 06:23
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