Entertainment News: The return of the Central Jersey Jazz Festival

This weekend, Central New Jersey transforms into a rhythm-rich haven with the return of the Central Jersey Jazz Festival—two unforgettable nights of free live jazz, soul, community, and local flavor.

Festival Highlights

• Saturday, September 13 – Flemington
  Musicians, music lovers, and foodies gather at the iconic Hunterdon County Historic Courthouse (71 Main Street) starting at 5:00 PM, as dining, drinks, and a DJ set the tone. At 6:30 PM, emcee and WBGO-FM host Sheila Anderson welcomes the crowd. The Annette A. Aguilar & StringBeans Quintet will kick things off (6:30–7:50 PM), followed by a lively intermission featuring more DJ vibes, dining, and dancing. The evening climaxes with Kersten Stevens, “Queen of the Violin,” taking the stage from 8:20–9:50 PM.
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• Sunday, September 14 – Somerville
  The scene moves to the Somerset County Courthouse Green (corner of East Main & Grove Streets) from noon to 6:00 PM, rain or shine. Two stages—Main Stage and Division Street Stage—host a tapestry of talent:

  • Main Stage

    • 1:30–2:40 PM: Greg Murphy “The Fusicians”

    • 3:00–4:10 PM: Abena Koomson-Davis Quintet featuring Steve Davis

    • 4:30–5:45 PM: Jon Faddis Next Gen Quartet

  • Division Street Stage

    • 2:30–3:45 PM: Kahlil Kwame Bell and Friends

    • 4:15–5:30 PM: Dom Palombi’s Game Night

  • The Somerville location offers more than music—experience an art market, live painting, food truck court, and a wine & beer garden by Verve Restaurant. There’s communal charm at every corner.

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