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SUMMARY:Talk: Born To Run and the American Experience with the Passaic County Arts Center
DESCRIPTION:This talk by Melissa Ziobro\, Director of Curatorial Affairs for the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music\, provides a close look at Born to Run’s historical context\, lyrical depth\, and cultural resonance\, examining why it continues to speak so powerfully across generations.\n\nSee more at: https://seepassaiccounty.org/exhibitions/born-to-run-at-50/
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/talk-born-to-run-and-the-american-experience-with-the-passaic-county-arts-center/
LOCATION:Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House\, 675 Goffle Road\, Hawthorne\, New Jersey\, 07506\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T193000
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SUMMARY:Tuesday Night Record Club - David Bowie "Hunky Dory"
DESCRIPTION:This event will feature David Bowie\, Hunky Dory. \nIt’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology\, the way we consume music through our devices\, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora\, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss some of the greatest records of all-time! Listen to the album beforehand and then come prepared to discuss. This event will feature The Band\, Music from Big Pink. \nThis event is offered BOTH in person and via Zoom. Join us in person at the Great Hall Auditorium on the Campus of Monmouth University or join us via zoom. When you register you will be provided the ZOOM meeting link to join the conversation. \nFree and open to the public\, but registration is required.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/tuesday-night-record-club-david-bowie-hunky-dory/
LOCATION:Great Hall\, 400 Cedar Ave\, West Long Branch\, NJ\, 07764\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Our Curator - A Little More Love: The Life and Legacy of Olivia Newton-John (2026) with Matthew Hild
DESCRIPTION:A Little More Love: The Life and Legacy of Olivia Newton-John (2026) \nPre-register here: https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/Nw-rUjAOQ8iIuGBGK8DMdA \n“Conversations with our Curator” is a free\, monthly web series featuring BSACAM Director of Curatorial Affairs\, Melissa Ziobro\, in conversation with researchers and writers exploring new perspectives in American music history. Audience Q&A welcome. 
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/conversations-with-our-curator-a-little-more-love-the-life-and-legacy-of-olivia-newton-john-2026-with-matthew-hild/
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LOCATION:https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/Nw-rUjAOQ8iIuGBGK8DMdA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T193000
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SUMMARY:America 250: A Jersey Shore Celebration of the Nation’s Music Heritage (SOLD OUT)
DESCRIPTION:An unforgettable night of American songs and genres interpreted by some of the Jersey Shore’s most popular artists\, including Williams Honor\, Vini Lopez\, Pat Roddy\, Jackson Pines\, Pat Guadagno\, Richie Blackwell\, Jake Thistle\, and more… \nAn all-star line-up of Jersey Shore favorites will take the Pollak Theatre stage at Monmouth University on Friday\, May 29 at 7:30 PM for a special event that pays tribute to America’s rich music treasury and celebrates the nation’s 250th birthday.  The concert is the first in a series of music events leading up to the June 7 grand opening of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music\, located on the university’s West Long Branch campus. \nAmerica 250: A Jersey Shore Celebration of the Nation’s Music Heritage brings together artists and bands that have been inspired by various genres of American music and who have created a local sound rooted in tradition. \n“This celebration of American music\, with a particular New Jersey twist\, demonstrates the richness of the local scene at the same time it acknowledges its link to a broader national music heritage” said Bob Santelli\, Executive Director of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music. “The Jersey Shore music scene\, in many ways\, is a microcosm of the American music scene.” \n“The artists performing in this show are directly connected to the songwriting tradition and artistry that have shaped New Jersey music for decades\,” added Eileen Chapman\, Director of the Springsteen Center for American Music.  “What you’ll hear performed are not just songs; they are the soundtrack of our lives and a part of the American story.”
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/america-250-a-jersey-shore-celebration-of-the-nations-music-heritage/
LOCATION:Pollak Theatre\, 400 Cedar Avenue\, W. Long Branch\, NJ\, 07764\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T190000
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SUMMARY:Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us (Night One)
DESCRIPTION:The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music at Monmouth University is proud to announce a multi-act\, two-night concert event celebrating America’s 250th birthday. \nCalled Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us\, the concerts will take place on June 4 and 5 at the OceanFirst Bank Center on the Monmouth campus\, just prior to the grand opening of the new Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music on June 7.  This will be a major contribution to the national commemoration of America’s semiquincentennial and the cornerstone of the Springsteen Center’s grand opening celebrations. \nAmong the artists scheduled to perform over the two nights are Jon Bon Jovi\, Jackson Browne\, Rosanne Cash\, Kenny Chesney\, Gary Clark Jr.\, Dion\, Dropkick Murphys\, Shemekia Copeland\, Valerie June\, Keb’ Mo’\, Nils Lofgren\, Darlene Love\, Public Enemy\, David Sancious\, Bruce Springsteen\, Tony Trischka and Sister Sadie\, Mavis Staples\, Trombone Shorty and the New Breed Brass Band\, Stevie Van Zandt\, and Jimmie Vaughan.  The Disciples of Soul will serve as the house band. \nEach artist will perform landmark songs from American music history. Blues\, bluegrass\, rock\, hip-hop\, folk\, jazz\, country\, and gospel are among the genres that will be represented.  Narration will precede each performance\, giving context to the artist\, song\, and genre celebrated. Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks. \n“Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us is a journey through American music history\,” said Robert Santelli\, executive director of the Springsteen Center and the concerts’ executive producer. “The concerts reflect everything the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music stands for: the power of music to bring people together\, the rich and diverse treasury of American music as a mirror of our national culture\, and the inspiration to think about our shared history in these divisive times.” \nThe concerts are a continuation of the Springsteen Center’s celebration of America’s semiquincentennial\, which began in 2024 with the launch of the traveling exhibition\, Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History. Music America is currently on display at the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame in Boston. \n“We’re honored to bring together some of the most celebrated performers of our time for this once-in-a-lifetime event\,” said Eileen Chapman\, director of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music. “By uniting these artists on one stage\, we’re creating an unforgettable experience that honors our past while inspiring the next generation who will shape our future.” \nTickets for each concert will be sold separately. They will go on sale at noon on April 21 at springsteencenter.org
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/music-america-the-songs-that-shaped-us-night-one/
LOCATION:OceanFirst Bank Center\, 400 Cedar Ave\, West Long Branch\, 07764\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T190000
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CREATED:20260414T172352Z
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SUMMARY:Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us (Night Two)
DESCRIPTION:The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music at Monmouth University is proud to announce a multi-act\, two-night concert event celebrating America’s 250th birthday. \nCalled Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us\, the concerts will take place on June 4 and 5 at the OceanFirst Bank Center on the Monmouth campus\, just prior to the grand opening of the new Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music on June 7.  This will be a major contribution to the national commemoration of America’s semiquincentennial and the cornerstone of the Springsteen Center’s grand opening celebrations. \nAmong the artists scheduled to perform over the two nights are Jon Bon Jovi\, Jackson Browne\, Rosanne Cash\, Kenny Chesney\, Gary Clark Jr.\, Dion\, Dropkick Murphys\, Shemekia Copeland\, Valerie June\, Keb’ Mo’\, Nils Lofgren\, Darlene Love\, Public Enemy\, David Sancious\, Bruce Springsteen\, Tony Trischka and Sister Sadie\, Mavis Staples\, Trombone Shorty and the New Breed Brass Band\, Stevie Van Zandt\, and Jimmie Vaughan.  The Disciples of Soul will serve as the house band. \nEach artist will perform landmark songs from American music history. Blues\, bluegrass\, rock\, hip-hop\, folk\, jazz\, country\, and gospel are among the genres that will be represented.  Narration will precede each performance\, giving context to the artist\, song\, and genre celebrated. Additional artists will be announced in the coming weeks. \n“Music America: The Songs that Shaped Us is a journey through American music history\,” said Robert Santelli\, executive director of the Springsteen Center and the concerts’ executive producer. “The concerts reflect everything the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music stands for: the power of music to bring people together\, the rich and diverse treasury of American music as a mirror of our national culture\, and the inspiration to think about our shared history in these divisive times.” \nThe concerts are a continuation of the Springsteen Center’s celebration of America’s semiquincentennial\, which began in 2024 with the launch of the traveling exhibition\, Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History. Music America is currently on display at the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame in Boston. \n“We’re honored to bring together some of the most celebrated performers of our time for this once-in-a-lifetime event\,” said Eileen Chapman\, director of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music. “By uniting these artists on one stage\, we’re creating an unforgettable experience that honors our past while inspiring the next generation who will shape our future.” \nTickets for each concert will be sold separately. They will go on sale at noon on April 21 at springsteencenter.org
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/music-america-the-songs-that-shaped-us-night-two/
LOCATION:OceanFirst Bank Center\, 400 Cedar Ave\, West Long Branch\, 07764\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260607T100000
DTSTAMP:20260418T221241
CREATED:20260413T000300Z
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SUMMARY:Public Opening of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music
DESCRIPTION:Be among the first to experience and tour the new Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music. Check back soon for more information.
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/public-opening-of-the-bruce-springsteen-center-for-american-music/
LOCATION:Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music\, 382 Cedar Ave\, Long Branch\, 07740\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T221241
CREATED:20251130T204422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T181121Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Our Curator - Springsteen Fandom: “A Lifetime Conversation” (2026) with Nicolas Pethes
DESCRIPTION:Springsteen Fandom: “A Lifetime Conversation” (2026) \nAs this month’s author lives in Europe\, this session of “Conversations with our Curator” will be pre-recorded and available for viewing at 7PM. No registration is required. \n“Conversations with our Curator” is a free\, monthly web series featuring BSACAM Director of Curatorial Affairs\, Melissa Ziobro\, in conversation with researchers and writers exploring new perspectives in American music history. Audience Q&A welcome. 
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/conversations-with-our-curator-springsteen-fandom-a-lifetime-conversation-2026-with-nicolas-pethes/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
LOCATION:https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/vUrcDb9dRVSOW4RpzY0ynA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T221241
CREATED:20251130T204557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T204557Z
UID:10000163-1783537200-1783537200@springsteencenter.org
SUMMARY:Conversations with Our Curator - Talkin' Greenwich Village: The Heady Rise and Slow Fall of America's Bohemian Music Capital (2024) with David Browne
DESCRIPTION:Talkin’ Greenwich Village: The Heady Rise and Slow Fall of America’s Bohemian Music Capital (2024) \nPre-register here: https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/ieN64qLnRRmpoKAwEZXNLw \n“Conversations with our Curator” is a free\, monthly web series featuring BSACAM Director of Curatorial Affairs\, Melissa Ziobro\, in conversation with researchers and writers exploring new perspectives in American music history. Audience Q&A welcome. 
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/conversations-with-our-curator-talkin-greenwich-village-the-heady-rise-and-slow-fall-of-americas-bohemian-music-capital-2024-with-david-browne/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
LOCATION:https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/ieN64qLnRRmpoKAwEZXNLw
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T221241
CREATED:20251130T204719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T204719Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Our Curator - Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run (2025) with Peter Ames Carlin
DESCRIPTION:Tonight in Jungleland: The Making of Born to Run (2025) \nPre-register here: https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/1EI9qSmhRSC9SxC3rreoCA \n“Conversations with our Curator” is a free\, monthly web series featuring BSACAM Director of Curatorial Affairs\, Melissa Ziobro\, in conversation with researchers and writers exploring new perspectives in American music history. Audience Q&A welcome. 
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/conversations-with-our-curator-tonight-in-jungleland-the-making-of-born-to-run-2025-with-peter-ames-carlin/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
LOCATION:https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/1EI9qSmhRSC9SxC3rreoCA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T190000
DTSTAMP:20260418T221241
CREATED:20251130T204837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T204837Z
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Our Curator - Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships\, Airplay\, and the Art of Rock Promotion (2025) with Paul Rappaport
DESCRIPTION:Gliders Over Hollywood: Airships\, Airplay\, and the Art of Rock Promotion (2025) \nPre-register here: https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/BFUkN2syRVmtEFKoWt1EbA \n“Conversations with our Curator” is a free\, monthly web series featuring BSACAM Director of Curatorial Affairs\, Melissa Ziobro\, in conversation with researchers and writers exploring new perspectives in American music history. Audience Q&A welcome. 
URL:https://springsteencenter.org/event/conversations-with-our-curator-gliders-over-hollywood-airships-airplay-and-the-art-of-rock-promotion-2025-with-paul-rappaport/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music":MAILTO:happenings@springsteenarchives.org
LOCATION:https://monmouth.zoom.us/meeting/register/BFUkN2syRVmtEFKoWt1EbA 
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