featured events
Eddie Allen Quartet in a pre-Valentine’s Day Celebration
Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 7–9pm
The Parlor at Hailey’s
15 Station Place, Metuchen
Join us for a Pre-Valentine live jazz event on Wed. 2/11 with trumpeter Eddie Allen “All Star” Quartet at the Parlor with its great food and “speakeasy” atmosphere!
Cutting Their Own Paths
Gallery Hours: Wednesdays 6–8pm and Sundays 1–3pm through March 22
Experience the art of three renowned Metuchen artists: Joan Arteiter, Edith Pletzner and Helen M. Stummer in this exhibit sponsored by the combined resources of Basecamp Studio and Gallery and Friends of Metuchen Arts Gallery.
Special Events
Listening Hour with Steve Beal
Sunday, February 15 at 1:30pm
Come to the gallery, relax, and listen to music by Steve Beal. There will be cozy conversation between songs and sharing of thoughts on all topics music.
Art Talk: Robert Lach on Helen M. Stummer
Sunday, March 8 at 1pm
Local artist Robert Lach will share insights on the art and life of Helen M. Stummer
Art Talk: Lauren Pletzner on Edith Pletzner
Sunday, March 15 at 1pm
Edith Pletzner’s daughter, Lauren Pletzner, will share insights on the art and life of her mother.
Guitarist Marel Hidalgo Organ Trio—Free Concert
Sunday, February 22 at 2 pm
(Postponed from Sunday, January 25)
Join us February 22 for this special Metuchen Jazz concert presenting the exceptionally young talented guitarist Marel Hidalgo and his group. Marel performs with organist Enoch Swift, Jr. and the highly respected and recognized Byron Landham on drums. Marel began playing at age 4 and by age 6 had his own band performing a variety of music. When he heard the music of legendary jazz guitarist Joe Pass, he decided to focus on becoming a jazz guitarist.
Priority given to those previously registered or wait listed for 1/25 concert on Eventbrite. Others: Wait List at www.metuchenlibrary.org/calendar/
Through the Looking Glass
March 7, 2026
We are excited to formally announce our theme for this year’s gala: Through the Looking Glass. Join us March 7 for a wondrous evening of whimsy and fun and come down the rabbit hole into a magical world with things to eat, things to drink, things to watch: including perhaps the Red Queen herself! We have a very special musical act lined up: The Slambovian Circus of Dreams Trio will entertain us on our journey. Tickets are selling fast so don't miss out on what promises to be the party of the year!
Upcoming Exhibition
Summer Vibes
Call for Art: Summer Vibes
It’s been so cold the past couple weeks that when it finally hit the freezing mark it felt downright balmy. These single digit days have us wishing for summer—so much so that we’re planning an exhibition of local art around the idea.
If you’ve created or want to create art with a summery vibe, we want to see it! Think beaches, ice cream, fireworks, Lana Del Rey songs—whatever way you wish to mark the season.
Submissions will be due June 7, 2026
Submission details coming soon.