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Friday, May 18, 2012

Devils and Maroon 5 Pack Date Night Punch

Whether it's playoff hockey against the rival Rangers or the pop group opening the new Revel Casino in Atlantic City, drop the gloves and have fun this weekend.

The Borgata, Atlantic City  THIS WEEKEND: Saturday — Beach Boys 50th Anniversary Tour, 8 p.m., Event Center; Joan Rivers, 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, May 19, The Music Box NEXT WEEK: Hip-hoppin' stud du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Friday, May 25, Event Center, Rock icon Steve Winwood, 9 p.m., Friday, May 25, the Music Box BOOK IT NOW: Weezer, 9 p.m., Friday, June 1, Event Center; Frankie Valli, 9 p.m., Friday, June 8, The Music Box; Sting, 8 p.m., Saturday, June 9, Event Center; Jim McGaffigan, two shows, Saturday, June 23, The Event CenterThe Jacksons, Friday, June 29, 8 p.m., Event Center;  Aziz Ansari, two shows, Frday and Saturday, July 13, 14, The Music Box Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows…

Friday, May 11, 2012

Wilie Nelson, Linda Eder Top Weekend Offerings

From music to comedy, there are plenty of ways to find a weekend diversion.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Saturday — Florence & The Machine, Event Center NEXT WEEK: Beach Boys 50th Anniversary Tour, 8 p.m., Saturday, May 19, Event Center; Joan Rivers, 6 and 9 p.m., Saturday, May 19, The Music Box BOOK IT NOW: Hip-hoppin' stud du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Friday, May 25, Event Center, Rock icon Steve Winwood, 9 p.m., Friday, May 25, the Music Box Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank THIS WEEKEND: Tonight — Music, cultural and biofuel icon Willie Nelson performs at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday — Country singer LeAnn Rimes performs at 7:30 p.m. NEXT WEEK: No shows BOOK IT NOW: Steve Winwood, whose music and influence on music has spanned decades, …

Friday, May 4, 2012

West Side Story, Russell Brand, Chicago top Date Night Options

From the Borgota to the Wellmont Theatre, there are plenty of ways to enjoy yourselves this weekend.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Tonight — Russell Brand, the soon-to-be former-Mr.-Katy-Perry does, well... whatever it is that he does, Thursday and Friday, May 4,5, 9 p.m., The Music Box; Comedian-turned-sitcom-star-turned-talk-show-host-turned-comedian George Lopez, 9 p.m., Friday, May 5, Event Center NEXT WEEK: Florence & the Machine, 8 p.m., Friday, May 12, Event Center BOOK IT NOW: Joan Rivers, 6 p.m., Friday, May 19, The Music Box; Hip-hoppin' stud du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Thursday, May 25, Event Center Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank THIS WEEKEND: No shows this weekend NEXT WEEK: Trailer Park Boys, a hiliarious troupe of comedians that have created a …

Friday, April 27, 2012

Kathy Mattea performs at Kean University

Country star highlights a variety of live performances perfect for couples in need of a date night.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Saturday — Angst-pop stars Counting Crows deliver their hits and new songs, 8 p.m., Event Center  NEXT WEEK: Russell Brand, the soon-to-be former-Mr.-Katy-Perry does, well... whatever it is that he does, Thursday and Friday, May 4,5, 9 p.m., The Music Box; Comedian-turned-sitcom-star-turned-talk-show-host-turned-comedian George Lopez, 9 p.m., Friday, May 5, Event Center BOOK IT NOW: Florence & the Machine, 8 p.m., Friday, May 12, Event Center; Joan Rivers, 6 p.m., Friday, May 19, The Music Box; Hip-hoppin' stud du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Thursday, May 25, Event Center Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank THIS WEEKEND: Friday, Sunday…

Friday, April 20, 2012

Southside Johnny, Broadway Star Top Date Night Options

Southside and the Jukes, Audra McDonald and John Prine among the top performers for this weekend's live shows.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Tonight, Saturday, Sunday — "Shut Up, Sit Down and Eat," a Comedy Club Special Event featuring Tina Giorgi, Joe Moffa, Chris Monty and Eric Tartaglionekes, 9 p.m., The Music Box NEXT WEEK: Angst-pop stars Counting Crows deliver their hits and new songs, Saturday, April 28, the Event Center   BOOK IT NOW: Russell Brand, the soon-to-be former-Mr.-Katy-Perry does, well... whatever it is that he does, Thursday and Friday, May 4,5, 9 p.m., The Music Box; Comedian-turned-sitcom-star-turned-talk-show-host-turned-comedian George Lopez, 9 p.m., Friday, May 5, Event Center; Hip-hopper du jour Pitbull brings the party tunes, 9 p.m., Thursday, May 25, Event Center Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other …

Friday, April 6, 2012

Hop to It: Things to do for Date Night

Sure, the weekend will be packed with Easter and Passover gatherings, but there are plenty of opportunities for a night on the town.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Saturday —Kevin James takes a break from family-friendly films to perform his stand-up act (which got him all those family-friendly films in the first place), 8 p.m., Event Center NEXT WEEK: Top-40 pop stars All-American Rejects perform at 9 p.m. in The Music Box, Friday, April 13,   BOOK IT NOW: Angst-pop stars Counting Crows deliver their hits and new songs, Saturday, April 28, at the Event Center; Russell Brand, the soon-to-be former-Mr.-Katy-Perry does, well... whatever it is that he does, Thursday, May 4, 9 p.m., The Music Box Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank THIS WEEKEND: No Shows NEXT WEEK: Comedian Sinbad brings his wacky, rambling act, 8 p.m…

Friday, March 23, 2012

Date Night: Pizzarelli Plays Sinatra, Eastwood in South Orange

Okay, not that one. Clint Eastwood's son, Kyle, leads his jazz group Saturday night in South Orange. Plus, other options for a fun date night this weekend.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Tonight — Comedian Jim Jeffries delivers punchlines at 9 p.m.; Saturday— Liza Minelli brings her legendary revue to the Event Center, 8 p.m.; Singer Fiona Apple performs at the Music Box, 9 p.m.  NEXT WEEK: Lewis Black rages about things large and small, 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, March 30 and 31, The Music Box BOOK IT NOW: Kevin James takes a break from family-friendly films to perform his stand-up act, 8 p.m., Saturday, April 7, Event Center; Pop stars All-American Rejects perform at The Music Box, Friday, April 13, 9 p.m.; Angst-pop stars Counting Crows deliver their hits and new songs, Saturday, April 28, at the Event Center, Saturday, April 28, 8 p.m., Russell Brand, the soon-to-be former-Mr.-Katy-Perry …

Friday, March 16, 2012

Women of Ireland, Saw Doctors Create Irish Date Night Magic

Two shows of Celtic Pride top a variety of options for the weekend.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Saturday — Legendary Irish rockers The Saw Doctors help you celebrate St. Patrick's Day, 9 p.m., Saturday, The Music Box NEXT WEEK: Comedian Jim Jeffries delivers punchlines at 9 p.m., Friday, March 23; Liza Minelli brings her revue to the Event Center, 8 p.m., Saturday, March 24 BOOK IT NOW: Lewis Black rages about things large and small, 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, March 30 and 31, The Music Box; Kevin James takes a break from family-friendly films to perform his stand-up act, 8 p.m., April 7, Event Center.  Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Kean University, Union THIS WEEKEND Friday — Romeo & Juliet, 7:30 p.m., Wilkins Theatre; Saturday — TAO, The Art of the Drum, 7:30 p.m., …

Friday, March 9, 2012

Chieftains 'Go Green' To Headline Date Night Options

Start St. Paddy's Day celebrations early with the special NJPAC show. Of course you could go another way, with Larry The Cable Guy and other performances this weekend.

The Borgata  THIS WEEKEND: Saturday — DJs take center stage this weekend for the"Spring Break Party Skam Artist Takeover", 10 p.m., Mur.Mur and Mixx   NEXT WEEK:  Legendary Irish rockers The Saw Doctors help you celebrate St. Patrick's Day, 9 p.m., Saturday, March 17, The Music Box BOOK IT NOW: Liza Minelli brings her revue to the Event Center, 8 p.m., Saturday, March 24; Lewis Black rages about things large and small, 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, March 30 and 31, The Music Box; Kevin James takes a break from family-friendly films to perform his stand-up act, 8 p.m., April 7, Event Center.  Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows. Kean University, Union THIS WEEKEND No Shows THIS WEEK No shows BOOK IT NOW ; Tao: …

Friday, February 10, 2012

Celebrate Your Sweetie with Music, Comedy and Dance

Union County date night ideas are sure to leave your special person smiling.

The Borgata THIS WEEKEND: The Brian Regan show is sold out.  NEXT WEEK: Aaron Lewis performs at 9 p.m., Feb. 17, and 8 p.m. Feb. 18, The Music Box; "The Deadmeat Tour," featuring Steve Aoki and Datsik, at the Event Center, 10 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18;  BOOK IT NOW: Legendary Irish rockers The Saw Doctors help you celebrate St. Patrick's Day, 9 p.m., March 17, The Music Box Check out theborgata.com for details about these and other shows.   Kean University, Union THIS WEEK No shows BOOK IT NOW George Winston, 3 p.m., Sunday, March 4; Ravi Coltrane, 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 14; Kathy Mattea, 3 p.m., Sunday, May 6.  Check out keanstage.com for details about these and other shows. Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown This Weekend: An …

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