We don’t know about you, but here at Red Bank oRBit we are unequivocally “finished with the Feb” and ready to put that shortest (and, as it turned out, cruelest) of months behind us, as we fix our Ides on March and its promises of attitude adjustment — from the lion’s mouth, right on through [...]
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- 03.10 - Author Kaylie Jones On March 23, NovelTeas Authors, Aromas and Gifts on Bridge Avenue welcomes the author of the memoir LIES MY MOTHER NEVER TOLD ME, a chronicle of parent/child relationships torn apart by miscommunication and alcoholism, from the daughter of famed novelist James Jones. A 45 dollar ticket includes presentation, a signing copy of the book and a reception catered by Monmouth County's own world renowned chef David Burke. TICKETS 40 DOLLARS IF RESERVED BEFORE 3/11.
- 03.10 - Friends of Clearwater Book Drive The NJ Friends of Clearwater teams with the Bridge of Books Foundation to collect donations of new or gently used books for kids up to 18 years of age (no grownup books, please, except for books on parenting), with collections accepted at Johnny Rockets in Monmouth Mall, between the hours of 4 to 9pm.
- 03.10 - Open Auditions for Red Bank Street Life Red Bank River Center is inviting talented adults and teenagers (16 years and older) to audition for this summer’s sidewalk performance series on Wednesday, March 31 at the Count Basie Theatre Rehearsal Studio, 99 Monmouth Street (2nd Floor) from 6—8pm. RiverCenter is seeking musicians and entertainers, such as mimes, clowns, magicians, jugglers, etc. to participate in the program. Each performer is asked to bring 3—to—4 minutes of prepared material highlighting his or her skills, a biography and references, if available.
- 03.10 - Music for a Wednesday Evening: Katha Zinn and Illya Filshtinskiiy The Middletown Library hosts a free program performed by two award winning young artists. 20 year old violinist Zinn is joined by 22 year old pianist Filshitinsky for a program of works by Beethoven, Paganini, Lutoslawski, Prokofiev, and Schumann.
- 03.10 - Dance for Hunger Benefit The 12 piece Rhythm Doctors band (featuring Grammy nominated vocalist David Jennings) play classic Motown, James Brown, Earth Wind & Fire and more in this fundraiser show dedicated to The Food Bank of Monmouth and Ocean County. It's a 15 dollar donation to get in, or make that 10 bucks when you bring two cans of food.
- 03.11 - MANHATTAN MELODRAMA Clark Gable stars in the gangland drama that's infamous for being the movie that John Dillinger watched just before he was gunned down. It screens for free at the Monmouth County Library's Eastern Branch, with showings at 2 and 7pm.
- 03.11 - Author Regan Hofmann Rescheduled from 2/25: the author and editor of POZ magazine visits River Road Books in Fair Haven to read from and sign copies of I HAVE SOMETHING TO TELL YOU, her memoir of a 'double life' as a Princeton prep school grad who 'had it all,' and who kept hidden the fact that she was HIV positive.
- 03.11 - John Hiatt and the Combo Last seen on the Basie stage as acoustic opener for Lyle Lovett, the serial Grammy nominee and songwriter's songwriter (Eric Clapton, Bon Jovi, Bonnie Raitt and even Dylan have covered him) returns to Red Bank in full band headliner mode (and with Holly Williams doing the opening honors).
- 03.11 - Rock N Roll Karaoke (upstairs) The band from NYC's Arlene's Grocery hosts this popular weekly feature, in which civilian hopefuls can front a hard—rocking combo on any of a couple hundred classic rock favorites.
- 03.12 - Free Movie: COAL MINER'S DAUGHTER Sissy Spacek stars (and sings) as country music icon Loretta Lynn in the 1980 biopic for which she won an Oscar. It's a Women's History Month entry in the Friday Afternoon Film Series at Middletown Library.
- 03.12 - MY FAIR LADY at RBC The classic Lerner and Loewe musical version of PYGMALION is performed by the students of Red Bank Catholic High School.
- 03.12 - Ebony Fashion Fair: A Tribute to Eunice Johnson The legacy of the legendary magazine editor and fashion trailblazer is celebrated with a Girls' Night Out at Frank Talk Art Bistro, with conversation and door prizes.
- 03.12 - Cherryholmes THE WALTONS with sharp clothes and hotties? The cast of LOST IN SPACE with fiddles and banjos? Led by ZZ Top—bearded patriarch Jere, this family—unit bluegrass band (last seen round these parts at Monmouth U in 2009) has cultivated a remarkably sure presentation laced with fine technique and an entertaining style that avoids the worst of the Opryland/Branson excesses.
- 03.13 - Laurie Berkner Band It's a live Birthday Party concert, starring the nationwide children's music star and her band in two matinee performances (11am and 2pm) at the Basie. It's also a Kids Care Club event, for which donations of new books for needy children are greatly appreciated.
- 03.13 - Hats Off to Spring Luncheon Elaine Gates, author of ALL I AM I OWE TO GOD and IN SEARCH OF LOVE, will read from and sign copies of her books at the special event that also features a hat fashion show, chinese auction, door prizes and inspirational speaker Reverend Olivia Williams.
- 03.13 - The Follicle Chronicles at Frank Talk RESCHEDULED FROM FEBRUARY: Natural hair experts Candace and Palisa Kelley return to Frank Talk Art Bistro for a seminar 'about the psychology of hair and making that transformation to ala naturelle.' A discussion and makeovers follow; reserve (10 bucks discussion only; 65 bucks for personal makeover) in advance by phone.
- 03.13 - Author Kim Levin The photographer whose 'pet whisperer' ways have resulted in a series of cool and delightful picture books visits River Road Books in Fair Haven to sign copies of her latest title, DOGPLAY: THE CANINE GUIDE TO BEING HAPPY.
- 03.13 - Paper Moon Puppet Theater Master puppeteer Jim Racioppi and crew present CINDERELLA, the latest in their long running series of Paper Moon marionette shows for family audiences. One of the Shore's best kept secrets, these productions (on the custom scaled mini stage at First Avenue Playhouse in Atlantic Highlands) combine handmade figures and scenery with genuine theatrical artistry for a rare experience that's capped by the 'backstage tour' following the show.
- 03.13 - Harpist Marjorie Mollenhauer The musician performs a free solo concert at the Monmouth County Library's Eastern Branch.
- 03.13 - MY FAIR LADY at RBC The classic Lerner and Loewe musical version of PYGMALION is performed by the students of Red Bank Catholic High School.
- 03.13 - Monmouth Civic Chorus The local vocal powerhouse presents SING THE BODY ELECTRIC, a concert of 'music and evocations for chorus and brass,' that much closer to heaven atop Tower Hill.
- 03.14 - The Irish Rovers Just in time for St. Pat's, the veteran folk group (coming up on 50 years of continuous performing) returns to Red Bank with their patented mix of traditional Irish tunes, signature originals like 'The Unicorn,' and unique takes on familiar pop songs.
- 03.14 - Open Mic with Rob Dye and Mike Ghegan A tradition around Red Bank for years, the Sunday night event is THE place to find musicians congregating, hanging out, trying new ideas, cutting up on some classics and generally enjoying one of the MUST events for Jersey Shore music fans.
- 03.16 - Train/ Butch Walker The Grammy winning, megaplatinum minted Bay Area trio is back touring on the heels of a new album, and with a newfound sense of urgency that harkens back to their earliest triumphs. They're coming to Red Bank for the first time, with Butch Walker and the Black Widows offering solid support. A 175 dollar VIP ticket includes preferred seating, autographed poster and meet 'n greet with the band.
- 03.17 - Open Auditions for Red Bank Street Life Red Bank River Center is inviting talented adults and teenagers (16 years and older) to audition for this summer’s sidewalk performance series on Wednesday, March 31 at the Count Basie Theatre Rehearsal Studio, 99 Monmouth Street (2nd Floor) from 6—8pm. RiverCenter is seeking musicians and entertainers, such as mimes, clowns, magicians, jugglers, etc. to participate in the program. Each performer is asked to bring 3—to—4 minutes of prepared material highlighting his or her skills, a biography and references, if available.
