Art & Culture

Every March, New Jersey doesn’t just celebrate St. Patrick’s Day—it transforms. Streets become rivers of green, communities gather in force, and centuries of Irish...

Experience a Night of Cinematic Magic at The Woodland On Friday, May 16, 2025, the Maplewood Film Society invites film enthusiasts to an exclusive screening of Wild at Heart, the 1990 cult classic directed by David Lynch. This special event will take place at The Woodland, a historic venue nestled in the heart of Maplewood, New Jersey. The screening promises an immersive experience, featuring the film's original stars—Nicolas Cage, Laura Dern, Willem Dafoe, and Isabella Rossellini—in a tale that intertwines romance, rebellion, and surrealism. Following the film, attendees will have the opportunity to engage in a panel discussion with writers and film aficionados, delving into the making of Wild at Heart and exploring Lynch's profound impact on...

New Jersey’s literary community continues to grow in both scope and influence, with authors across the state contributing works that span history, education, personal development, theology, and cultural reflection. This spring, the Garden State’s vibrant intellectual and religious discourse gains a significant new voice with the release of “The Good News of the Messiah,” a theological work authored by Hegumen Abraam Sleman, a respected Coptic Orthodox priest and scholar based in Jersey City. The book’s arrival places New Jersey once again at the intersection of faith, scholarship, and literature. Its official release—announced from East Brunswick and Jersey City in early March 2026—highlights the state’s continuing role as a hub for influential authors whose work reaches audiences...