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Event Series Easter Bunny @ The Commons

Easter Bunny at The Commons

Located in Center Court, Easter Bunny at The Commons welcomes families for a magical visit with the famous Bunny in a colorful springtime flower field experience. Kicking off with the Bunny Hop Launch Party on March 16th at 11am with music, face painting, stilt walkers and more, the Easter photo experience will be open through March 30th. Bridgewater Commons’ guests will not only meet the magical Bunny but should anticipate a high-quality, studio photo experience as well. A percentage of sales will be donated to the Girl Scout Heart of New Jersey, a 501(c)(3) Organization. MAKE YOUR RESERVATION HERE! Reservations are optional Monday thru Thursday and can be made online. Due to demand, our hosts will do their best to accommodate your reserved time. Some wait time should be expected. For photo customer support, please call 848-893-9916 or info@ameventphotos.com SPECIAL BUNNY EVENTS Bunny Hop Launch Party Sat., March 16, 11am – 1pm (Photos start at 12pm) Don your bunny ears and enjoy music, face painting, balloon art and more at Easter Bunny’s kickoff party in Center Court!! If you don’t have bunny ears, we’ll be giving ears out to our guests. Pet Nights with the Easter Bunny Wed, March 20 and Wed, March

Event Series Easter Bunny @ The Commons

Easter Bunny at The Commons

Located in Center Court, Easter Bunny at The Commons welcomes families for a magical visit with the famous Bunny in a colorful springtime flower field experience. Kicking off with the Bunny Hop Launch Party on March 16th at 11am with music, face painting, stilt walkers and more, the Easter photo experience will be open through March 30th. Bridgewater Commons’ guests will not only meet the magical Bunny but should anticipate a high-quality, studio photo experience as well. A percentage of sales will be donated to the Girl Scout Heart of New Jersey, a 501(c)(3) Organization. MAKE YOUR RESERVATION HERE! Reservations are optional Monday thru Thursday and can be made online. Due to demand, our hosts will do their best to accommodate your reserved time. Some wait time should be expected. For photo customer support, please call 848-893-9916 or info@ameventphotos.com SPECIAL BUNNY EVENTS Bunny Hop Launch Party Sat., March 16, 11am – 1pm (Photos start at 12pm) Don your bunny ears and enjoy music, face painting, balloon art and more at Easter Bunny’s kickoff party in Center Court!! If you don’t have bunny ears, we’ll be giving ears out to our guests. Pet Nights with the Easter Bunny Wed, March 20 and Wed, March

Event Series Easter Bunny @ The Commons

Easter Bunny at The Commons

Located in Center Court, Easter Bunny at The Commons welcomes families for a magical visit with the famous Bunny in a colorful springtime flower field experience. Kicking off with the Bunny Hop Launch Party on March 16th at 11am with music, face painting, stilt walkers and more, the Easter photo experience will be open through March 30th. Bridgewater Commons’ guests will not only meet the magical Bunny but should anticipate a high-quality, studio photo experience as well. A percentage of sales will be donated to the Girl Scout Heart of New Jersey, a 501(c)(3) Organization. MAKE YOUR RESERVATION HERE! Reservations are optional Monday thru Thursday and can be made online. Due to demand, our hosts will do their best to accommodate your reserved time. Some wait time should be expected. For photo customer support, please call 848-893-9916 or info@ameventphotos.com SPECIAL BUNNY EVENTS Bunny Hop Launch Party Sat., March 16, 11am – 1pm (Photos start at 12pm) Don your bunny ears and enjoy music, face painting, balloon art and more at Easter Bunny’s kickoff party in Center Court!! If you don’t have bunny ears, we’ll be giving ears out to our guests. Pet Nights with the Easter Bunny Wed, March 20 and Wed, March

Birding Over Breakfast

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The early birder gets the worm, we mean breakfast. Upon arrival, place your order with our Naturalist "chef", embark on a bird walk, burn some calories, and return for a delicious meal. Yum!

Morning Walk at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary

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Enjoy a quiet morning at the Sanctuary walking the trails with an NJ Audubon staff or Associate Naturalist. Enjoy a quiet morning here at the Sanctuary walking the trails with an NJ Audubon staff or Associate Naturalist. These walks are informal and informative: birds, trees, tracks, wildflowers, reptiles, and amphibians are a few of nature’s wonders waiting for us to discover. The walks are cancelled if there is snow, rain, or weather warnings. Registration required by 4:00 PM the day before the walk. You must pre-register, walk-ins will not be allowed to participate. One person per ticket. COST: Free for members, $5 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please bring binoculars if you have them.

Event Series Nature Infused Yoga with NJ Audubon

Nature Infused Yoga with NJ Audubon

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Led by Kristin Mylecraine, Yoga Teacher. Yoga is a great way to relax, connect with yourself, and increase flexibility and strength. Explore the connections between yoga and nature in this 75-minute class. No experience necessary; all levels welcome. For ages 15 years and older. Preregistration is required.  Ticket sales end at 4:30 PM on the Friday before each class. You must pre-register, walk-ins will not be allowed to participate. We are offering an in-person class at the sanctuary and a virtual class online simultaneously. The in-person class has a limit of 10 people. Be sure to purchase the correct ticket. COST: $13 members, $16 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please bring your own yoga equipment for the in-person class if you have it. Equipment will be available to borrow. CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund

Event Series Nature Infused Yoga

Nature Infused Yoga

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Led by Kristin Mylecraine, Yoga Teacher. Yoga is a great way to relax, connect with yourself, and increase flexibility and strength. Explore the connections between yoga and nature in this 75-minute class. No experience necessary; all levels welcome. For ages 15 years and older. Preregistration is required. There will be no class 4/8, 5/13, and 5/27. Ticket sales end at 4:30 PM on the Friday before each class.  We are offering an in-person class at the sanctuary and a virtual class online simultaneously. The in-person class has a limit of 10 people. Be sure to purchase the correct ticket. COST: $13 members, $16 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please bring your own yoga equipment for the in-person class if you have it. Equipment will be available to borrow.

Easter Egg Hunt at Liberty Corner Church

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Hop on over for the annual Egg Hunt on the lawn of Liberty Corner Church on Saturday, March 25. Hunt for treat-filled eggs, take photos with the Easter Bunny, and learn more about summer camp opportunities. The hunt starts promptly at 10 am, so we encourage you to arrive early to allow enough time to park. The Egg Hunt is perfect for preschool and elementary-age children (infants-5th grade). The event is free, but we encourage you to register to help us plan. Those registered will be entered for a chance to win a FREE week of VBS Sports Camp* for one child.Winner will be chosen at random. Register at libertycorner.org/egg-hunt. Liberty Corner Church is located at 45 Church Street in the historical Liberty Corner section of Basking Ridge. For details or directions, visit libertycorner.org. The rain date will be Sunday, March 26 at 1:30 pm.

Yoga + Hike at Fairview Farm

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Enjoy a ~1 hour indoor, all-level yoga class taught by certified Yoga instructor and Director of Education, Lauren Theis. Class will be followed with an optional ~45 minute guided hike on the easy trails of Fairview Farm Wildlife Preserve! Bring your own mat, or there will be a limited amount of mats to borrow. Pay what you can/wish, all are welcome! Advanced registration is not required, contact Lauren for more information at ltheis@raritanheadwaters.org

Event Series Easter Bunny @ The Commons

Easter Bunny at The Commons

Located in Center Court, Easter Bunny at The Commons welcomes families for a magical visit with the famous Bunny in a colorful springtime flower field experience. Kicking off with the Bunny Hop Launch Party on March 16th at 11am with music, face painting, stilt walkers and more, the Easter photo experience will be open through March 30th. Bridgewater Commons’ guests will not only meet the magical Bunny but should anticipate a high-quality, studio photo experience as well. A percentage of sales will be donated to the Girl Scout Heart of New Jersey, a 501(c)(3) Organization. MAKE YOUR RESERVATION HERE! Reservations are optional Monday thru Thursday and can be made online. Due to demand, our hosts will do their best to accommodate your reserved time. Some wait time should be expected. For photo customer support, please call 848-893-9916 or info@ameventphotos.com SPECIAL BUNNY EVENTS Bunny Hop Launch Party Sat., March 16, 11am – 1pm (Photos start at 12pm) Don your bunny ears and enjoy music, face painting, balloon art and more at Easter Bunny’s kickoff party in Center Court!! If you don’t have bunny ears, we’ll be giving ears out to our guests. Pet Nights with the Easter Bunny Wed, March 20 and Wed, March

NJ Audubon: Croaks, Trills, and Splashes

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Come for an adventure to the world of amphibians! We’ll explore our vernal pond with nets and buckets and listen and look for the Wood Frogs that come to the ponds to lay their eggs once a year. We’ll look for anything else that hops, swims, or crawls! Cost: $5 members, $6 nonmembers. One person per ticket. Ticket sale ends 3/24 at 4:00 PM. You must pre-register, walk-ins will not be allowed to participate. One person per ticket. Limit 10. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future.

“Toasts and Colonial Drinking Songs” at the Abraham Staats House

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“Raise a glass to freedom,” and join us in singing to the tune of revolution! Musicians Anne and Ridley Enslow present a rousing concert of Colonial drinking songs, many with choruses to join in on. Jolly toasts, huzzahs and entertaining tales tie the show together. Learn about the role of rum in the American Revolution, origins of our national anthem, the Battle of the Kegs and more, sprinkled with the witticisms of Ben Franklin. There’s even a toast or two to King George III (feel free to boo). Please note: Since the only “liquor” allowed in the program will be in the music, we will offer non-alcoholic beverages to “toast” with, as well as light refreshments. House opens for seating at 1:30PM; performance 2PM-3PM. Afterwards, tours of this historic house available until the house closes at 4PM. $15 per person with Advance Reservations; $20 at the Door Seating is limited: Advance reservations are encouraged Please allow a two-week notice for accessibility and assistive services requests. For more information about the Abraham Staats House, visit our website: www.staatshouse.org

Event Series Charlotte’s Web

Charlotte’s Web

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A story of relationships with the enchanting characters from the book: Wilbur, the irresistible young pig; Fern, a girl who understands what animals say to each other; Templeton, the gluttonous rat; the Zuckerman family; the Arables; and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be “a true friend.” Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign with the "miracle" of her web. This is a beautiful, knowing play about friendship that will provide an evening of enchantment.

Children’s Event: Succulent Mandalas

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During this fun and creative workshop, kids and teens will explore the world of succulents. This easy to care for plant has a magical talent when it comes to growing. With only a single leaf, it can grow an entirely new plant! Each participant will enjoy learning about this unusual plant, propagating their own leaves, arranging them into an artistic design, and watching their artwork grow! With the combination of nature and art, its the perfect workshop for introducing young gardeners... or artists! Let's explore the world of succulents together! Parents, please sign up each participating kid. While it is not required for parents to stay at the workshop table, we ask that parents remain on the premises to help their children if needed. The cost of this workshop is $19.99 / participating child. Included, are all the materials to needed to make one mandala with a variety of succulent species. Can't attend this workshop? Schedule a private workshop with a group of six or more people. Contact events@bloomsbm.com to schedule a workshop or event! Don't forget to follow our Eventbrite account for updates on new workshops and events coming soon! https://www.eventbrite.com/o/blooms-at-belle-mead-57598616603

Rockin’ Rocket Ride

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Put on your space suit and blast-off into outer space to visit the Moon, Sun and planets. A lively experience for young people with selected music from "Journey Into Space" by Jane Murphy. (recommended for ages 3-8)

SkyLights

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Our youngest audience members can sing along with songs by a variety of artists.  “Kalien the Alien” by mr RAY, “I Don’t Want to Live on the Moon” from Sesame Street, “Everything is Awesome” from the LEGO Movie, and more.  Most songs are illustrated with lasers and other songs feature video images.  (recommended for ages 3-8)

Event Series Black Holes

Black Holes

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“Black Holes” takes audience members on a journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring phenomena in the universe: a black hole.  Take a virtual tour through space and explore the science and mystery of black holes: Where do they come from? How do we find them? Is there one on Earth’s horizon?  Weather permitting, the 3M Observatory will be open after the show. (Recommended for ages 8 to adult)

INTERNATIONAL PIANO SENSATION BOB MALONE

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BOB MALONE has toured the world as a solo artist for over two decades and has played keyboards with rock legend John Fogerty since 2011. He is also a busy session player and is featured on the 2017 Ringo Starr record “Give More Love.” His recording of “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” was the theme in the Illumination/ Universal movie trailers for The Grinch, heard by millions on YouTube and in theaters. Bob combines unforgettable songwriting with a one-of-a-kind hybrid of rock, blues, and New Orleans R&B, delivered with high-energy piano virtuosity and a voice all his own. Born and raised in New Jersey, and based in Los Angeles, Bob tours extensively as a solo act – including sets at Umbria Jazz Festival (ITALY), HB Town Music Festival (CHINA) Glastonbury Music Festival (UK), Colne Blues Festival (UK), Long Beach Bayou Fest (US), Falcon Ridge Folk Fest (US), and Blue Mountains Music Fest (AU). He’s been featured twice at WWOZ Piano Night in New Orleans, and has opened for Boz Scaggs, The Neville Brothers, Rev. Al Green, Dr. John, and many others. As a member of John Fogerty’s band, he’s played New Orleans JazzFest, Byron Bay Blues Festival (AU), Bospop (NL), Radio City Music Hall, and The

Deni Bonet & Chris Flynn in concert

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It's no secret that Deni Bonet can rock a violin like nobody's business. Or that she writes memorable songs that make you want to listen again and again. For years, Deni has been honing her craft as a violinist, singer, songwriter and performer. Her style ranges from pop to roots-rock to new folk. Although classically trained, Deni quit the classical world because she hated having to wear black and sit still! She has a stellar resume, having performed and recorded with Cyndi Lauper, R.E.M., Sarah McLachlan and many others. Her previous appearances include four sold-out concerts at Carnegie Hall, NPR’s Mountain Stage, The Great Wall of China, the United Nations, and the White House for President Obama. For the past several years, Deni has been touring in the US and Europe headlining festivals, performing arts centers, clubs, colleges, and concert halls soloing with symphonies. Her music has been featured on HBO, NBC, American Airlines, and several films. She was recently honored to be awarded a grant through the Arts Envoy Program of the US Government to spend a month on a residency in Africa teaching violin, songwriting, and rock ’n roll at a music college in Zanzibar. Deni Bonet has

Event Series One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

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When Randle Patrick McMurphy gets transferred for evaluation from a prison farm to a mental institution, he assumes it will be a less restrictive environment. But the martinet Nurse Ratched runs the psychiatric ward with an iron fist, keeping her patients cowed through abuse, medication and sessions of electroconvulsive therapy. The battle of wills between the rebellious McMurphy and the inflexible Ratched soon affects all the ward's patients. Directed by: Dan Vissers

Comedy Beans @ Ambee Coffee

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Headlined by Vishnu Vaka Since the day Vishnu touched a comedy microphone he’s been on a trail blaze of success straight into the stars! You might of heard him many times on the “In Godfrey We Trust” podcast. Or maybe you saw him feature across the country for Josh Blue. But now you’ll get to see him fresh off his world tour with Russell Peters! Also featuring a fantastic lineup Mike Dialto (John and Peters) Matt Rivera (St. Marks Comedy Club) Kaitlyn Koceses (Comedy at Rose Hall) Ricky Ramesses (Stress Factory)

Squad5 at Willie McBride’s

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Get ready for Squad5's return to Willie McBrides in Branchburg! Always a great time with a big dance floor, so make sure you are there!

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