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In 1933, Charlie, a Polish-born Jew who emigrated to America a decade earlier, returns to his hometown of Rovno in search of a bride. There Charlie meets Chava, who works at a hat shop and hopes to become a scholar. However, Chava’s ambitions for the future and the growing clouds of European anti-Semitism and persecution threaten both their dreams.

In 1933, Charlie, a Polish-born Jew who emigrated to America a decade earlier, returns to his hometown of Rovno in search of a bride. There Charlie meets Chava, who works at a hat shop and hopes to become a scholar. However, Chava’s ambitions for the future and the growing clouds of European anti-Semitism and persecution threaten both their dreams.

Biographies and Women’s History books are half price for March. If you love to read and have never visited our sale, please come in to shop. Our prices are unbelievable. We are currently overloaded with paperbacks and children's books. You will also find puzzles, games, vinyl records, DVDs and CDs as well as books on tape and large print books. We are also open on Thursdays from 10 a.m. until noon. Visit our website at www.aauw-nj-nmcb.org for our donation policy.
Closed on Holiday weekends.

In 1933, Charlie, a Polish-born Jew who emigrated to America a decade earlier, returns to his hometown of Rovno in search of a bride. There Charlie meets Chava, who works at a hat shop and hopes to become a scholar. However, Chava’s ambitions for the future and the growing clouds of European anti-Semitism and persecution threaten both their dreams.

A Tribute to the Music of ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’
50th Anniversary Celebration
Movie Screening with Live Jam & Sing-along
Featuring Kevin Spyker & Friends
Saturday October 18th @ 7pm
Tickets: $15

Celebrating 50 YEARS of doing The Time Warp, Kevin Spyker (guitar, vocals & sound effects) along with members of the Belmar Arts Music Collective (horns, piano & percussion) will play along as we watch and sing to 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' — the 1975 independent musical comedy horror film featuring an epic ensemble cast including Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Charles Gray, even rock icon Meat Loaf! With over a dozen rousing songs throughout the film, this cult classic has stood the test of time...

For half a century, enthusiastic audiences have been flocking to off-beat theaters to continue a wild and care-free tradition of viewing the film, mirrored by a troupe of actors with simple props and plenty of rowdy crowd participation -- like throwing rice, popcorn and playing cards. While we’ll be focusing on the soundtrack over theatrics, we do welcome our audience to join us in singing along and dancing The Time Warp together!

Join us to celebrate the innovative cinematography, choreography and quirky songs that take us on the adventure of a naive young couple whose car breaks down in the rain near a castle, where they search for help. This mysterious lair is teeming with strangers in elaborate costumes, dancing with their host Dr. Frank N. Furter, a fabulously mad scientist who creates a living muscle man named Rocky….

Creative attire encouraged, refreshments available for donation, and feel free to bring your favorite movie night snacks and beverages :)

—— Don’t Dream It, Be It! —--

In the spirit of collaboration and appreciation for musical brilliance, we bring you our monthly concert series — pairing tunes from legendary masters of rock, along with some unsung heroes following in their footsteps. Settle in for an intimate vibe akin to MTV Unplugged, Storytellers and Behind the Music, as singer/guitarist Kevin Spyker performs timeless hits and hidden gems, accompanied by an array of instrumentalists from the Belmar Arts music collective.

Reserve your seats for our series launch on May 18th — highlighting the music of rock icon Tom Petty, with an opening set honoring the up-and-coming band known as Dawes...each month we will tribute two different bands.

Between songs we’ll share some history and fun facts about our featured songsters.

We’re honored to name our tribute series after the memorable Dawes song / album “All Your Favorite Bands” with the anthemic refrain:

“I hope that life without a chaperone is what you thought it'd be,

I hope your brother's El Camino runs forever,

I hope the world sees the same person that you've always been to me,

And may all your favorite bands stay together!”

In 1933, Charlie, a Polish-born Jew who emigrated to America a decade earlier, returns to his hometown of Rovno in search of a bride. There Charlie meets Chava, who works at a hat shop and hopes to become a scholar. However, Chava’s ambitions for the future and the growing clouds of European anti-Semitism and persecution threaten both their dreams.

Experience the power of symphonic music under the glow of Museum of the Moon. Wharton Arts’ New Jersey Youth Symphony, led by Helen Cha-Pyo, and UCPAC present “Lunar Rising: A Symphony in Light and Sound,” a breathtaking concert featuring works by Debussy, Dvořák, Nishimura, Uematsu, and Holst. Let music and moonlight carry you on a soaring journey of wonder and imagination.

"Dvorak’s “Rusalka” is a tragic lyrical fairy tale of a water nymph who longs to become human when she falls in love with a prince she finds bathing in her lake. In the opera’s most famous and poignant aria, “Song to the Moon,” she begs the glowing planet to tell the prince of her love.

Desperate, and against her father’s advice, Rusalka seeks out the witch Jezibaba to make her wish come true, but the reality is very different than her dreams.

Based on the book “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen, “Rusalka” is a dramatic retelling of the original 1836 story.

About New Jersey Opera Theater
Led by Rahway resident Joseph Mayon, Founder & Artistic Director, New Jersey Opera Theater works in partnership with UCPAC to provide the community with state-of-the-art shows and world class performances that truly make an impact. Through mentorship, local high school and college students have the opportunity to join these professional musicians in the orchestra, chorus, or as understudies for lead roles."

It’s not goodbye, it’s just good night! On the last day of the Festival, join us for story time with classic books that feature the moon, under the moon inside UCPAC’s Main Stage! Our readers are scheduled to include local actors, elected officials, and other community leaders. Images from the books will be projected onto our screen, so everyone can follow along. Attendees will receive a free coloring book to take home as a souvenir of their trip to the moon! Admission is free; registration is required.