Historic Happenings Blog

Friday Night Concert – GAS PEDAL STEEL August 30 @ 6:30 pm  -  8:00 pm FREE Join us for Tuckerton Borough’s Free Summer Concert Series on Tuckerton Seaport’s outdoor stage. Please bring your own beach chairs or blanket. For the safety and comfort of all our guests, alcohol and pets are not allowed. Smoking is only permitted in the clam shell parking lot.

Keyport Summer Concert Series The Town of Keyport Minipark West Front Street Keyport 07735 6/6/2019 - 8/22/2019 Weekly on Thursday 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages FREE CALL:  (732) 739-5145 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   Free concerts. On the water. Part of our Keyport Thursdays, we'€™ve got a talented lineup of original artists and cover bands playing jazz, blues, rockabilly, vintage R&B, Motown, dance favorites and rock n'€™ roll of every flavor and color'€”all for you, and all for free. Concerts are held at our Minipark on West Front Street. There'€™s plenty of seating, but trust us they, they fill up quick. We recommend you bring extra seats, grab some delicious local fare and be ready to start the weekend just a little early. Did we mention they'€™re free? LINEUP Jun 6th: The Frank Araneo Band Jun 13th: The Brue Crew – CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Jun 20th: Dog’s Night Out*  | The Intentions – MOVED TO AMERICAN LEGION 7-9...

Bands by the Beach The Town of Long Branch West End Park Brighton & Ocean Avenue Long Branch 07740 6/9/2019 - 8/25/2019 Weekly on Sunday 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages FREE CALL:  (732) 222-7000 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   Sit back, relax, and join us for bands by the beach! Bring a chair or blanket. Free admission! Rain or shine. In case of inclement weather concert will be held just down the str eet at Jack's Goal Line:149 Brighton Ave. Schedule: June 9 Philadelphia Funk Authority (Dance/Party Band) June 16 NO CONCERT June 23 Sandy Sasso & Her Swingin'€™ Big Band (Big Band) June 30 Chuck Lambert (Blues) July 7 Bob Lanza Band (Blues) July 14** JoBonanno (Spirit of Asbury Revue) **JULY 14TH CONCERT TO BE HELD ON WEST END BEACH! July 21 Billy Hector Experience (Blues) July 28 Peter V Blues Train (Blues) August 4 Eryn & The Whiskey Devils (Soulful vocalist/Guitarist) August 11 SaRon Crenshaw (Blues) August 18 Blues People (...

Wednesdays on the Water in Fair Haven The Town of Fair Haven Fair Haven Docks end of Fair Haven Road Fair Haven 07704 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  All Ages FREE CALL:  (732) 747-0241 ext 216. WEBSITE MORE DETAILS:   Join us this summer for free concerts overlooking the Navesink. Concerts take place on the Fair Haven Dock at the end of Fair Haven Road. FREE! Schedule as follows: 6/26 THE WA G (Blues/Pop/Rock) 7/10 PAT MURPHY (Country/Classic Rock) 7/17 WE'LL BE FINE (Soul/Pop/Rock) - 7PM DON'T FALL FAR (Various) - 8:30PM 7/24 BAND OF THE TWO RIVERS (American Music & Patriotic Pieces) 7/31 TOWER HILL COMMUNITY BAND (Classic Rock) - 6:30PM LATE4LUNCH (Classic Rock) - 7:30PM 8/14 BAR CAR (Classic Rock/Blues)

Sunday, July 7  - Morristown, Morris County Free Outdoor Concert - Songs of Independence Linda Russell and Companie will perform music to celebrate American Independence. Accompanied by hammered and mountain dulcimers, guitar, fiddle and pennywhistle, the quintet will explore the celebration of American Independence through ballads, broadsides, patriotic anthems, marches, and dance tunes.  The audience will be invited to sing along to favorites ranging from "Yankee Doodle" and "America the Beautiful" to "You're a Grand Old Flag" and "This Land is Your Land." Admission to the concert is FREE - bring lawn chairs or blankets.  In case of adverse weather conditions, the concert may be moved to the Museum Auditorium. Morristown National Historical Park is located at 30 Washington Place, Morristown, NJ. It begins at 2:00 pm and run until 3:30 pm. No reservations necessary. For more information, call 973-539-2016 x 204 or visit  www.nps.gov/morr .

Sunday in the Park with the Symphony Red Bank River Center Marine Park Red Bank 07701 6/30/2019 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED AGE RANGE:  Babies, Preschoolers, Elementary, Tweens, Special Needs FREE CALL:  732-842-4244 WEBSITE MORE DETAILS: Sunday, June 30, the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra returns to Red Bank! The symphony truck will roll into Marine Park, where the sides will open up as the entire truck converts int o a mobile stage'€¦ complete with sound, lighting and all the trimmings. Lay back on the grass or bring a lawn chair of your own and take in this marvelous concert with stunning views of the Navesink River. Come early because local fan favorite Kul d'Sack will perform from 6 to 7:45 in the park! Spend the day enjoying walkable downtown Red Bank: shop in unique boutiques, take advantage of special menus at Red Bank's restaurants & eateries or grab take-out and create a picnic, and then head over to Marine Park to enjoy the symphony. Th...

Saturday, June 8 - East Brunswick, Middlesex County Outdoor Concert at the Devoe Memorial Library The East Brunswick Museum will host an afternoon of live music on Saturday from 2:00 - 5:00 pm. Acoustic trio Catmoondaddy will perform on the lawn of the Alice Appleby Devoe Memorial Library at 166 Main Street in East Brunswick, NJ. Catmoondaddy is an acoustic trio combining guitar, harmonica, bass, and percussion with great vocals and harmonies. The group, consisting of band members Al Radzik, Walt Haake and Mike Mossa, have been playing together for more than 40 years and are known for creating a friendly, engaging atmosphere. Catmoondaddy will entertain you with classic rock, folk, country tunes by such favorites as James Taylor, Jim Croce, Paul Simon, Dion, Elvis, The Beatles, The Everly Brothers and The Band.  In addition to music, guests may enjoy exploring the historic neighborhood, visiting the East Brunswick Museum on 16 Maple Street, and taking a peek at the Alice Appleby De...