A benefit for the Light of Day Foundation, the Happy Together Tour comes to the Basie at 7:30 p.m. Thursday.
Headliners The Turtles are best known for their harmony-heavy California pop sound, with hits such as “Elenore,” “She’d Rather Be With Me,” “It Ain’t Me Babe,” “You Showed Me” and “Happy Together.” Best known as the lead singer of the Archies (and the hit "Sugar Sugar"), Ron Dantejoined the Turtles in 2018.
New to the tour is Jay & the Americans. Formed in the late 1950s, the group had hits like “Come A Little Bit Closer,” “Cara Mia,” “This Magic Moment” and “She Cried.” Returning to the tour this year is The Association, known for "Cherish,” “Windy,” “Never My Love” and “Along Comes Mary.”
Other acts playing include:
- Badfinger, the Welsh rock band with hits like “Come and Get It,” written by Paul McCartney; “Dayafter Day,” produced by George Harrison; and “Baby Blue.”
- The Vogues, known for their harmony-driven pop sound and hits like "Five O’Clock World,” “You’re The One,” “My Special Angel” and “Turn Around Look At Me.”
- The Cowsills, the family act (two brothers and a sister) that inspired the smash hit ‘60s television show, “The Partridge Family.” Best-known songs include “Hair,” “Indian Lake,” “The Rain, the Park & Other Things."
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Tickets range from $44.50 to $124.50.
Go: Happy Together Tour, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, County Basie Center for the Arts, 99 Monmouth St., Red Bank, $44.50 to $124.50; 732-842-9000, thebasie.org.
Here's a look at other things to do this weekend at the Shore and beyond, including teachers telling jokes in Middletown, and Cirque du Soleil's "Ovo" in Newark.
Amateur radio Field Day in Ocean Township
The Garden State Amateur Radio Association is taking part in the American Radio Relay League's Field Day on Saturday at Joe Palaia Park in Ocean Township.
"Amateur radio operators around the country set up portable operations outdoors, with the goal of sharpening our skills in emergency communications," said Joe Hewes in a news release.
It's a great opportunity to learn about amateur (ham) radio, he added.
ARRL is the national association for amateur radio in the United States.
"Ham radio operators, your neighbors, are trained and equipped to serve emergency operations, off grid, in times of disaster," Hewes said in the release.
Based in Tinton Falls, the Garden State Amateur Radio Association communicates with Morse code, voice and digital modes using a computer. From 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, there will be an educational activity table where kids (and adults) can learn to spell their name phonetically. There also will be a Morse code key to let everyone tap their name in code.
Attendees also can talk to other hams on the air. In 2021, more than 26,000 hams participated in Field Day from thousands of locations in North America.
Go: Garden State Amateur Radio Association Field Day, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, band shell at Joe Palaia Park, 240 Whalepond Road, Ocean Township; joehewes@gmail.com, arrl.org/what-is-ham-radio.
Art in Asbury Park
Whitepoint, Parlor Gallery and art629 are all having opening receptions for their summer exhibits on Saturday night on Cookman Avenue in Asbury Park.
art629, 629 Cookman Ave., will be openfrom 7 to 9 p.m.celebrating"Passion Projects,"an exhibition featuring works by ninelocal artists, curated byBrittany James, who will be showing a few pieces from her passion project, the "Untamed" collection. Artists in the exhibit includeDean Adams, Eleanor James, Mallory Massara, Meagg E. Moon, Michelle Renee Bernard, Nicole Atkins, Tim Lucas and Zachary Manning.
Parlor Gallery, 717 Cookman Ave., will be celebratingthe opening nightof"Hello...My Name Is,"asummer group exhibition, from 6 to 10 p.m. This "salon-style" installation features a selection of work that serves as a "crash course" of the art theyhave exhibited over the past 15 years.
Whitepoint, 550-102 Cookman Ave., will host itsopening night reception of"If These Walls Could Talk," a rotating exhibition scheduled in phases for summer, from 7 to 10 p.m. ArtistsTom WhiteandLuis Bivarare part of this showcase.Go: Art in Asbury Park, 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, art629, Parlor Gallery and Whitepoint, Cookman Avenue; 908-278-1597 or art629.com, 732-869-0606 or parlor-gallery.com, 908 -818-8970, whitepointgallery.com.
'Fiddler on the Roof' concert
The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County hosts "Fiddler on the Roof," a special event featuring Rabbi Nathan Langer from the Freehold Jewish Center at 2 p.m. Sunday.
Langer will lead a rendition of songs from the iconicfilm and Broadway sensation. Admission is $30, or $50 for two tickets.
The timeless masterpiece tells the story of Tevye, a humble milkman, as he navigates the trials and triumphs of life in a small Jewish village in Tsarist Russia. Against a backdrop of sweeping social change, Tevye strives to uphold his cultural and religious heritage, even as he grapples with the challenges of love, rejection and acceptance.
The Jewish Heritage Museum is in the Mounts Corner Shopping Center, 310 Mounts Corner Drive, Freehold, at the corner of Route 537 and Wemrock Road (between the CentraState Medical Center and Freehold Raceway Mall). It is on the second floor of the historic Levi Solomon Barn.
Go: Songs from "Fiddler on the Roof," featuring Rabbi Nathan Langer, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, 310 Mounts Corner Drive, Freehold, $30, $50 for two tickets; 732-252-6990, jhmomc.org.
Summer Bash in Toms River
On Saturday, Ashley’s Summer Bash will include live music, food and more. The fun begins at noon and there will be a performance from local School of Rock students; free refreshments provided by Mullberry Steet Italian Market and Fitchicks Food Truck; and almost 50 vintage cars showcased by Vintage Automobile Club of Ocean County and Sentimental Cruisers Car Club of Berkely.
There also will be face painters and balloon twisters for kids, plus a DJ.
There will be $25,000 in furniture giveaways, and a chance to jump in the Cash Cube Booth to grab some Ashley Cash. Prize winners will be announced beginning at 4PM; must be present to win.
The first 500 guests have the chance to crack open the vault. What's hidden inside? A check covering a year's mortgage, plus a year's worth of groceries. All you have to do is guess the correct combination.
Go: Ashley Summer Bash, 635 Bay Ave., Toms River; 551-212-9722, ashleyfurniture.com.
Beach Gallery in Keansburg hosts grand opening
Beach Gallery, a three-floor restaurant, rooftop bar, art galley, to-go market and tea room, will be hosting its grand opening on Saturday.
The gallery's first art collection, displaying works by local artist Tim Lucas, will be shown.
The day's schedule is filled with fun happenings. At 10:30 a.m. there will be food, Bellinis and mimosas, followed by a ribbon cutting at noon. The art gallery unveiling is at 12:30 p.m.; a Drag Brunch runs from 2 to 3:30 p.m.; and live music takes place from 7 to 10 p.m.
Go: 260 Beachway Ave., Keansburg; 732-778-4098,beachgallerykeansburg.com.
Teachers and comedians in Middletown
Middletown Arts Center and Ugly Pancake Productions present "School's Out Teacher Appreciation Show" at 8 p.m. Saturday the MAC.
This adults-only show stars Gina Dee, the 2023 Bergen County Teacher of the Year; Jessica Miranda, who has taught for 28 years; Steve Schwartz, who has taught for 30 years; and Janet Regensberg, a retired math teacher. The show is hosted by Joe Borzotta and Angelo Gingerelli.
Tickets are $25, $20 for MAC members and teachers.
Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Go: School's Out Teacher Appreciation Show, 8 p.m. Saturday, Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church St., $25, $20 for teachers; 732-706-4100, middletownarts.org.
'Ovo' at Prudential Center in Newark
Cirque du Soleil returns to Prudential Center at 7 p.m. Thursday with "Ovo," described in press materials as "a colorful intrusion into a new day in the life of insects" and "a nonstop riot of energy and movement."
Through acrobatics highlighting the personalities and abilities of selected insect species, "Ovo" (egg in Portuguese) explores biodiversity in all its contrasts and vibrancy.
When a mysterious egg appears in the show, the insects are awestruck and intensely curious. It’s love at first sight when a gawky, quirky insect arrives in this bustling community and a fabulous ladybug catches his eye.
"Ovo" features 100 people from 25 countries, including 52 artists. The show also will be performed at 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tickets range from $31 to $250.
Go: "Ovo," Thursday through Saturday, Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St., Newark, $31 to $250; 973-757‑6000, cirquedusoleil.com/usa/newark/ovo/buy-tickets,
Gabriela L. Laracca contributed to this story.
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