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The Second Annual Rahway International Film Festival will be held at Union County Performing Arts Center's Hamilton Stage on July 12th. This highly acclaimed festival will present short films, talk-backs and seminars.

Chapter One is a great spot in New York City's West Village. This American Tavern has delicious cuisine and a wonderful beverage program to delight their guests.

Moliere's 'The Learned Ladies' is now being performed through July 27th at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's Outdoor Stage. This satirical comedy is an enormously entertaining production.

Elana Brynes is a young entrepreneur, the founder of “Kings of Cole,” a line of sportswear and loungewear that incorporates high fashion with total comfort. The trendy items include boyfriend sweatshirts, hoodies, tops, tees, sweatpants and shorts that have soft fabrics and wonderful fits. Broadwayworld.com had the opportunity to interview Brynes about her clothing line and her plans for the future of the company. She is a charming young woman whose creative ideas have made Kings of Cole very popular.

d you ever plan to go out to a restaurant until you see there is a big 'B' in the window? And, right next door is another restaurant with an A prominently posted. If you're anything like me, you may shy away from the spot with the B, thinking that there is something wrong with the cleanliness of the restaurant. Let's face it, a B is not good for business. And with all the restaurants on one city block, New Yorkers can afford to be choosy. What do these inspection ratings really mean, and how do they influence the preparation of your food or the cleanliness of a restaurant?

Visit Victor's Cafe on West 52nd Street, just off Broadway, for delicious Cuban cuisine in a wonderful atmosphere. This iconic restaurant has been delighting guests for over 50 years.

Visit Jacques 1534 in New York City. You will be delighted by the delicious menu items with a French flair. This stylish spot has wonderful spaces to relax and enjoy drinks, lunch, dinner, brunch or late night bites.

See 'Butler,' now on stage at New Jersey Repertory Company in Long Branch through July 13th. This play is totally entertaining while exposing an important piece American history, the fate of runaway slaves.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is now at Lincoln Center presenting four distinctively different programs. The Company will thrill you with their stunning talents.

Eugene Pack talks about his career and the upcoming show at George Street Playhouse, 'Celebrity Autobiography.' It will be on stage in New Brunswick for one night only on Saturday, June 20th.

Earth, Wind and Fire will perform at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center for two fantastic shows on Thursday, June 19th and Friday, June 20th. Tickets are now on sale.

'Third' is an entertaining, thought provoking play that should not be missed by area audiences. Directed by Michael Cumpsty and starring Annette O'Toole, it is now at Two Rivers Theater in Red Bank through June 22nd.

Lisa Kirchner's memoir, 'Hello American Lady Creature' has been published by Greenpoint Press. It is a fascinating account of her personal and professional experiences as an American woman living in Qatar.

Ballets With a Twist had a series of successful performances at the Hamilton Stage of Union County Performing Arts Center in Rahway. Their program, 'Cocktail Hour' was absolutely captivating.

Don't miss it. Paper Mill Playhouse's production of 'Grease' is spectacular.

William Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' is extraordinary at The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. Directed by Bonnie Monte and starring Sherman Howard, see this captivating play through June 22nd on the Madison stage.

'Butler,' the World Premiere play by Richard W. Strand will be on stage at New Jersey Repertory Company in Long Branch from June 12th through July 13th. BWW had an opportunity to interview playwright Richard W. Strand.

Join Edward Henkel, Christine Dakin, Catherine Peila and Dawn Paap for 'Movement Talks' at the 92nd Street Y on June 6th at 8:00 pm.

New Jersey features wonderful theater and music for the summer season. We have selected some of our favorites to share with BWW readers.