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SUMMARY:Private Clements
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LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States
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SUMMARY:Private Clements
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LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States
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SUMMARY:Private Clements
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LOCATION:Clements Place Jazz IJS – Ruth Bader Ginsburg Building\, 15 Washington Street\, Newark\, NJ\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Streets 2026: Lynette Sheard Jazzy Motown Revue in Maplewood Village
DESCRIPTION:Lynette Sheard will bring her signature sparkle back to Maplewood Village on October 3rd with a Motown Revue that promises to turn Summer Streets into a full‑on autumn groove fest. Expect powerhouse vocals\, jazzy Motown reinterpretations\, and a band that knows exactly how to keep the crowd moving.  \n\n\n\nSheard’s dynamic stage presence and soulful delivery always transform the Village into a dance‑in‑the‑streets celebration\, and this upcoming performance is set to be one of the season’s standout moments. Get ready for timeless hits\, fresh arrangements\, and that unmistakable Lynette Sheard magic that keeps audiences coming back year after year. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nMaplewood Avenue (Between Woodland & Highland Streets) Maplewood\, NJ 07040 \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nMaplewood Village Summer Streets 2026 brings six Saturdays of live music\, dining\, strolling\, and community celebration to the heart of Maplewood. From August 29 through October 3\, Maplewood Avenue transforms into a pedestrian plaza filled with outdoor dining\, extended shopping hours\, and performances from some of New Jersey’s most exciting artists. \n\n\n\nBring your friends\, family\, and lawn chairs — enjoy dinner outdoors\, shop local\, and experience live music under the evening sky. \n\n\n\nTime: 6–8 PM Cost: Free community event Presented by: Gregory Burrus Productions & Maplewood Village Alliance
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/summer-streets-2026-lynette-sheard-motown-revue-in-maplewood-village/
LOCATION:Maplewood Village\, Highland Place and Maplewood Ave\, Maplewood\, NJ\, 07040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art and Entertainment,Blues,Commnity,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Get On Board: Celebrating the Soul Train Dancers 1971–1975\, Author Talk\, Live Music and DJ
DESCRIPTION:An unforgettable evening is pulling into the station\, and you’re invited to ride the groove. On September 26\, 2026\, the Jersey City Free Public Library’s Miller Branch transforms into a vibrant celebration of storytelling\, live music\, and the iconic era that shaped a generation — Soul Train. \n\n\n\nFrom 6–9 PM\, we honor the legacy of the dancers who helped define the show’s golden years\, The Soul Train Dancers 1971–1975\, with a night that blends history\, rhythm\, and community joy. \n\n\n\nFeaturing Author Stephen McMillian\n\n\n\nThe evening spotlights acclaimed author Stephen McMillian\, whose work preserves and uplifts the stories behind Soul Train’s cultural impact. His insights bring you closer to the dancers\, the movement\, and the magic that made Soul Train a national treasure. \n\n\n\nHosted by Wilma Ann\n\n\n\nGuiding the night is Wilma Ann\, lead vocalist of Wilma Ann & The Soul Fanatics. Her presence and her band – Steve Niles: keys\, Robb Roberts: bass\, Larry Banks: drums – set the tone for a soulful\, welcoming\, and high‑energy live music celebration. \n\n\n\nThe nights dancing ignites with the fire of Wilma Ann & The Soul Fanatics — and then DJ Nutism storms in to take the party even higher\, keeping you on that dance floor long after you thought you were done. \n\n\n\nHe’s bringing the heat\, the grooves\, and the “don’t‑you‑dare‑sit‑down” energy so the dancing doesn’t stop… it just shifts into overdrive. \n\n\n\nDress in Your Best 70s Attire\n\n\n\nBell bottoms\, bold prints\, wide collars\, platform shoes — this is your moment to shine. Step into the era and become part of the vibe. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nJersey City Free Public Library: Miller Branch 488 Bergen Ave\, Jersey City\, NJ 07304 Oct 3\, 2026 • 6–7 Author Talk \, 7 – 8 Live Music\, 8 – 9 PM DJ Dance Party \n\n\n\n\n\nGet On Board!\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nWhether you’re a longtime Soul Train fan or discovering its legacy for the first time\, this evening promises connection\, nostalgia\, and celebration. Come ready to dance\, listen\, learn\, and enjoy a night that honors one of the most influential cultural platforms in American history. \n\n\n\n\n\nLive Music Produced by:
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/get-on-board-celebrating-the-soul-train-dancers-1971-1975-author-talk-live-music-and-dj/
LOCATION:Jersey City Free Public Library: Miller Branch\, 488 Bergen Ave\, Jersey City\,\, 07304
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SUMMARY:Mt. Zion AME Millburn Presents Jazz Leadership Fellow Merikara SaikaPta
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to present Merikara\, a 2026–2027 Jazz Leaders Fellow honored by the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music for her leadership\, artistry\, and community impact. \n\n\n\n\nRegister on Eventbrite\n\n\nMeriKara SaikaPtah at Mt. Zion AME Millburn\n\n\n\nA sacred voice carrying legacy\, liberation\, and healing traditions. \n\n\n\nMt. Zion AME Millburn proudly presents MeriKara SaikaPtah\, a vocalist\, storyteller\, and cultural practitioner whose work is rooted in spirit\, ancestry\, and the healing power of sound. Her artistry blends Jazz\, Soul\, Spirituals\, and spoken‑word textures\, creating worship‑arts experiences where history\, identity\, and collective restoration meet. \n\n\n\nThis season\, MeriKara has been named a Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Jazz Leadership Fellow for 2026–2027\, an honor supported by the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation and awarded to emerging artists whose work strengthens community\, preserves cultural legacy\, and advances the future of jazz. Her fellowship affirms what Mt. Zion already knows — her voice is purposeful\, grounded\, and deeply committed to the healing work of the people. \n\n\n\nA South Orange native with a growing presence in New Jersey’s arts community\, MeriKara has appeared in productions such as Rooted In Us… A Jazz Corner Juke starring Ms. Celli Pitt and friends. Her performances are marked by intention\, weaving themes of liberation\, cultural memory\, and spiritual awakening. \n\n\n\nWhether on stage\, in community spaces\, or within multidisciplinary collaborations\, MeriKara brings a presence that is both grounding and transformative — perfectly aligned with Mt. Zion’s legacy of faith\, culture\, and sacred‑arts ministry. \n\n\n\nThis Sunday\, her offering becomes part of the long\, living story of Mt. Zion AME Millburn: formed in 1902\, it’s a church committed to honoring the past\, uplifting the present\, and inspiring the future. \n\n\n\nBKCM Jazz Leadership Fellowship (2026–2027)\n\n\n\nThe Brooklyn Conservatory of Music Jazz Leadership Fellowship is a highly selective program that recognizes emerging jazz artists whose work strengthens community\, preserves cultural legacy\, and advances the future of the music. Supported by the Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation\, the fellowship selects only two artists each year\, providing them with resources to develop new work\, lead community‑centered projects\, and deepen their artistic practice. \n\n\n\nMeriKara SaikaPtah’s selection as a 2026–2027 Jazz Leadership Fellow affirms her growing impact as a vocalist\, storyteller\, and cultural practitioner — and highlights the spiritual\, ancestral\, and healing‑centered artistry she brings to every space\, including Mt. Zion AME Millburn. \n\n\n\nJesus and Jazz: Where Spirit Meets Sound\n\n\n\nCommunion and Choirs  Sunday \n\n\n\nThis Creative Arts Ensemble is the collaborative leadership team shaping the sound\, spirit\, and Mt Zion AME Millburn Sacred Arts Leadership \n\n\n\nPhilip Bigham\, Rev. Eyesha Marable\, Gregory Burrus\n\n\n\nSundays at Mt. Zion AME Millburn are shaped by a powerful artistic and spiritual leadership team that continues to define our sacred‑arts identity across New Jersey. Guided by the worship‑centered vision of Rev. Eyesha Marable\, our Sunday programs blend praise\, cultural uplift\, and community‑rooted performance\, creating a worship experience that honors tradition while embracing creative expression. \n\n\n\nMinister of Music Philip Bingham — pianist\, arranger\, and Vice President of the Barry Harris Institute of Jazz — provides the musical foundation of our worship arts. His signature blend of gospel\, jazz\, and improvisational excellence shapes the sound of Jesus & Jazz and enriches every service throughout the month. \n\n\n\nGregory Burrus\, producer and curator\, expands the musical reach of Mt. Zion’s arts ministry through statewide festival work\, artist development\, and deep community partnerships. His leadership brings top‑tier talent into our worship environment\, strengthening the cultural and creative heartbeat of the church. \n\n\n\nTogether\, Rev. Marable\, Minister Bingham\, and Burrus anchor the creative direction of Mt. Zion AME Church’s live music worship experiences — Communion & Choirs (1st Sundays)\, Blues & Blessings (2nd Sundays)\, Praise & Poetry (3rd Sundays)\, and Jesus & Jazz (4th Sundays). As a unified ministry team\, they guide the spiritual\, cultural\, and artistic flow of our worship community\, elevating every artist who steps onto the Mt. Zion AME stage.
URL:https://gregoryburrusproductions.com/event/mt-zion-ame-millburn-presents-jazz-leadership-fellow-merikara-saikapta/
LOCATION:Mt Zion AME Millburn Church\, 54 Church Street\, Milburn\, NJ\, United States
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