Upcoming Events in Somerset County, NJ

In this fun, interactive, and educational program, members of the Princeton Symphony Orchestra introduce audiences to the wide-ranging group of instruments that make up the percussion family. You’ll meet an assortment of drums, cymbals, chimes, and lots of other instruments that are played by hitting, shaking, or scraping.

The Center for Contemporary Art 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921 (908) 234-2345 “W. Carl Burger and James Kearns have been making art for seven decades. Each artist, within his own studio practice, has touched on a number of ideas that helped shape the second half of the twentieth century.” – Wes Sherman, Curator Exhibition Dates: January 17 – February 29 Opening Reception: Friday, January 17th from 6-8 p.m. Gallery Hours Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays and major holidays The galleries are open during regular hours of operation and on evenings and weekends when classes and workshops are in session. Please call (908) 234-2345 with any questions. Pictured: “Summer Floral” by W. Carl Burger

The Center for Contemporary Art 2020 Burnt Mills Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921 (908) 234-2345 REPRESENTING: Artwork of the County College of Morris Fine Art Faculty showcases works in a variety of media by thirteen faculty members and artists. Curated by Keith Smith, Visual Arts Program, County College of Morris Clayton Allen, Marco Cutrone, Todd Doney, Patrick Gallagher, Andrea Kelly, Deborah Kelly, Barbara Neibart, John Reinking, Robert Ricciotti, Marisol Ross, Eileen Sackman, Keith Smith, Leah Tomaino Exhibition Dates: January 17 – February 29 Opening Reception: Friday, January 17th from 6-8 p.m. Gallery Hours Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays and major holidays The galleries are open during regular hours of operation and on evenings and weekends when classes and workshops are in session. Please call (908) 234-2345 with any questions. Pictured: “Street Art 2” by Robert Ricciotti

Mr. Pennygaff takes you on a tour of American popular entertainment, with juggling, feats of daring, comedy, sideshow stunts, and audience interaction. See Mr. Pennygaff balance bottles on wooden spoons and tops on strings, experience a classic plate spinning frenzy, and even learn some of his tricks!