Compiled by Kevin Coughlin
The term “super group” may sound odd applied to a folk act. But it rings true for Red Molly, a trio that has won fans all over the world in the last decade.
Laurie, Abbie and Molly are calling it quits–for the foreseeable future, anyway–so this weekend may be your last chance to savor their concert magic. Their harmonies, their humor and their charm will grace the Sanctuary series in Chatham on Saturday.
Greater Morristown also will be treated to the superb stylings of songwriter Craig Bickhardt and classical guitarist Alan Rigoletto.
And Jack Lemmon’s son Chris brings his one-man tribute show to the Bickford.
Scroll down for details on these performances and more.
And don’t forget to check our handy calendar for even more weekend activities.
THURSDAY, AUG. 20, 2015:
A Twist of Lemmon, a one-man show featuring Chris Lemmon starring as his father, Oscar-winning actor Jack Lemmon, comes to the Bickford Theatre in Morris Township at 7 pm. The show runs through Aug. 30, 2015. Admission: $40 General Public/Seniors, $38 Museum/Theatre Guild Members, $35 Groups (10 or more), $25 Students (18 and under or with a valid college ID). At the Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, call 973-971-3706.
Video: Preview of ‘A Twist of Lemon’
FRIDAY, AUG. 21:
A Twist of Lemmon, a one-man show featuring Chris Lemmon starring as his father, Oscar-winning actor Jack Lemmon, comes to the Bickford Theatre in Morris Township at 7 pm. See Thursday entry for details.
Classical guitarist Alan Rigoletto performs at 7 pm in the Cottage Garden at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris Township, as part of a year-long Focus on England series. Rigoletto will play British music from medieval chamber pieces to British rock. Admission: $15 per person. Seating is limited. To reserve a place, call Christina Renfer at 973-394-1100.
Craig Bickhardt, whose songs have been recorded by Johnny Cash, BB King, Ray Charles and Janis Ian, among others, comes to The Minstrel in Morris Township at 8 pm. With opener Brandon Broderick, a graduate of The Minstrel’s Open Stage.Admission: $9, plus what you think the show really is worth. Kids 12 and under, free. At the Morristown Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy Heights Road.
SATURDAY, AUG. 22:
The Morris Plains Farmers Market is back for its 13th season, every Saturday through Oct. 10, 2015, from 9 am to 2 pm. It’s on the Merchant Block, at the Speedwell Avenue extension, just before the train trestle.
A Twist of Lemmon, a one-man show featuring Chris Lemmon starring as his father, Oscar-winning actor Jack Lemmon, plays at to the Bickford Theatre in Morris Township at 7 pm. See Thursday entry for details.
Red Molly is going on “indefinite hiatus,” so this great folk trio’s 8 pm concert at the Sanctuary series in Chatham may be your last chance to see these sweet-singing ladies on stage together. Listen to our interview with Abbie Gardner here. Opening is the popular slide guitarist and songwriter Pat Wictor, from the vocal trio Brother Sun. Admission: $25. At the Presbyterian Church, 240 Southern Blvd.
SUNDAY, AUG. 23:
A ladies training ride for next month’s Gran Fondo NJ departs from Marty’s Reliable Cycle in Morristown at 8 am. This is a hilly 63-mile ride that will average about 15 mph. The Riptide women’s cycling team will lead the excursion. Marty’s is at 173 Speedwell Ave.
The Morristown Farmers Market celebrates its 25th season, from 8:30 am to 2 pm every Sunday through Nov. 22, 2015, in municipal lot 10. That’s behind the Morristown Post Office, accessible via Morris Street or Dumont Place. Organized by the Morristown Partnership, the market features 16 area farms and specialty vendors, with entertainment offered once per month.
A Twist of Lemmon, a one-man show featuring Chris Lemmon starring as his father, Oscar-winning actor Jack Lemmon, plays at the Bickford Theatre in Morris Township at 2 pm. See Thursday entry for details.
