Entertainment

Weekend and Multi-Day Events Journey Through the Past, Somerset County: Saturday, Oct. 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 11, noon to 4 p.m. Somerset County’s 21st annual historical-site weekend opens historic houses and landmarks throughout the county. Activities include guided tours, Revolutionary War demonstrations, blacksmithing, live music and family programs. Visitors can collect stamps in a special history …

Hundreds of revelers gathered October 3 in Franklin High School’s activities lobby for the annual celebration of Diwali. The Festival of Diwali, which occurs over five days in the Fall, is celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists.

Friday, Oct. 2 Move, Breathe, Meditate, Franklin Park library branch, 64 Clover Place, Franklin Park. 11 a.m. Free; registration preferred. Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band, State Theatre New Jersey, 15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $52. The blues-rock guitarist is touring on the 30th anniversary of his debut album, “Ledbetter Heights.” Bill Bellamy, Stress Factory Comedy Club, …

EDITOR’S NOTE: A coastal storm is forecast to bring rain and wind to the region Saturday and Sunday. Franklin Township has canceled Franklin Day, the township’s marquee fall festival, which had been set for Saturday. Outdoor listings below should be reconfirmed the morning of the event. Friday, Sept. 25 Stage and screen “Beetlejuice”, national Broadway tour, State Theatre New Jersey, …

Friday, Sept. 18 Phil Hanley, Stress Factory Comedy Club, 90 Church St., New Brunswick. 7 and 9:30 p.m. Ticket prices are not posted on the venue calendar. New Jersey Film Festival: Shorts Program No. 2, Voorhees Hall Room 105, Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton St., New Brunswick. 7 p.m. $15 per screening, with an all-access pass at $100. Also available on …

Friday, Sept. 11 First Responder 9-11Memorial Mass, St. Matthias Church, 168 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Somerset. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Somerset Patriots vs. Hartford Yard Goats, TD Bank Ballpark, Bridgewater, 6:35 p.m. Pregame 25th anniversary tribute with speakers and a video presentation; the club donated more than 2,000 tickets to first responders and their families. Andrew Schulz, Stress Factory Comedy Club, New …

Here’s what’s happening in and around Franklin over the weekend: Friday, Sept. 4 Dead Man’s Curve Wild Hot Rod Weekend, Somerset: The four-day show continues at Delta Hotels Somerset through Sunday. Expect pre-1972 hot rods, customs and muscle cars, celebrity appearances, vendors, a swap meet and more than 25 bands playing oldies, rockabilly and surf music. Spectator admission is generally …

Here’s what’s happening in and around Franklin over the weekend: Friday, Aug. 28

Here are events in a variety of venues in the area happening August 21 through August 23. Friday, August 21

There are plenty of summer events around the region this weekend, especially if you’re willing to travel a bit. Here’s the rundown: