Puccini's irresistible lyric genius has long made Tosca one of opera's most breathtaking masterpieces. A cast of internationally acclaimed guest performers assembled from Maestro Wroe's extensive contacts in European and American opera houses joins NJFO to present, acted and in costume, this gripping tale of love, lust, corruption and ultimate struggle for survival. Saturday, February 23 at 7pm at The Presbyterian Church in Westfield. Tickets are $30, $58, $70, children under 18 $15, college students with ID $20. For tickets, call 908.232.9400 or visit http://www.njfestivalorchestra.org/index.php PUCCINI TOSCA David Wroe Conductor Maria Todaro Artistic Director International Guest Soloists New Jersey Festival Orchestra Concert presented through the generous support of RAY CATENA OF UNION and MARTY JEIVEN TICKETS $30 | $58 | $76 Under 18 $15 with purchase of adult ticketCollege students with ID $20  or call 908-232-9400

An exciting new event is coming to Westfield! Local restaurants will show off their best Chili and Chowder to residents of Westfield and surrounding areas on February 24 from 2-4pm. The public is invited to attend, taste, and vote for their favorite Chili and Chowder! There will be trophies for Best Chili and Best Chowder. The Westfield Police Department, Westfield Fire Department and Westfield Department of Public Works will compete in their own category. This event will take place at the Town Hall Community Room, 425 E. Broad St., on February 24, 2-4pm.  

Join Blende Beauty and Mark DeHanes Photography for a unique event to update your headshot for Linked In, your company website, or a dating app! Makeup will be done by the beauty experts at Blende and photography by Mark DeHanes. Join them February 25th from 11am-3pm. Fee: $150. This is a great opportunity to enjoy two talents for a great price! Maximum 10 people. 106 Elm St., 908.588.2094. https://www.blendebeauty.com/ www.dehanesphotography.com 

Lord & Taylor is hosting a one-stop prom shopping experience on Thursday, February 28 from 7-9pm. Enjoy prom dress shopping, makeup tutorials, raffles, outside vendors, DJ and refreshments. Make an appointment to get a pre-prom make-up trial run on that day. 609 North Ave. W., 908.233.6600. www.lordandtaylor.com