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Mark your calendar! Throughout the entire year, Somerset County, NJ wows with distinctive diversions. Lively. Enlightening. Internationally recognized. Gather with community members for events and entertainment encompassing arts, culture and music, open-air and athletic activities, revealing classes and tours, and wholesome fairs, festivals and farmers markets.
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International Juried Exhibition at The Center for Contemporary Art

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JUROR: Esteban del Valle EXHIBITING ARTISTS: Ry An, Syl Arena, Kevin Arnold, Christine Barney, Douglas Barrett, Melissa English Campbell, Jacqueline Chanda, Jo Cosme, James A. DePietro, Elise Dodeles, Jacqueline Buck Donadeo, Hannah Duggan, Steven Epstein, Joshua N. Fletcher, Maryam Foroozanfar, Spencer Frazer, Lindsay Godin, Jonathan Hoffman, Samantha Jensen, Silver Kim, Isabella King, Ricki Klages, Lenore Knoller, Kristen Letts Kovak, Brian Kreydatus, Faith Ku, Leigh Lambert, David LaPalombara, Weina Li, Raul Manzano, Stephanie Manzi, Deborah L. Morris, Charles Mulford, Robert Mullenix, Paul M. Murray, Joshua Newth, Jeanine Pennell, Thomas Pickarski, Angela Pilgrim, Paul Plumadore, Jeni Prescott, DeAnn L. Prosia, Carl Rattner, Nicole M. Santiago, Christine Sauerteig-Pilaar, Peg Shaw, Timothy Simmons, Barbara Wallace, Andrew Werth, Linda Whitney. ABOUT THE JUROR: Esteban del Valle is a Brooklyn, NY based interdisciplinary artist originally from Chicago, IL. He received his M.F.A. from RISD and has exhibited his work and produced murals internationally. His work has been featured in various publications, including HiFructose and Washington Post. Del Valle has been the recipient of several visual arts residencies and fellowships including the Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, the Fine Arts Work Center, Smack Mellon Artist Studio Program, and The Toby Devan Lewis Fellowship. In the Spring

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!

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Event Series Cabaret

Cabaret

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Based on a 1939 novel by Christopher Isherwood and a 1951 play by John Van Druten, this musical features music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb.. Cliff Bradshaw, an American author working on a novel in Berlin, encounters Sally Bowles at the seedy Kit Kat Klub where she sings. When she is fired by the club’s owner, also her jealous boyfriend, she moves in with Cliff, and the two fall in love. As the Nazis begin taking control of the German government, the atmosphere of the Kit Kat Klub and the lives of Cliff and Sally begin to change dramatically.

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

Family Game Day

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Have you got game? Join us for Family Game Day 2023. Play classic board games - including but not limited to - Uno, Sorry, Ticket to Ride, Connect Four, and more! We will have gigantic games and Dungeons and Dragons. Play your favorites - learn new favorites! Fun for the whole family! There will also be Silent Auction and Board Game Prize Counter Cost $5 per person at the door. Children under 12 - Adult Supervision Required Registration Fee will go to support the 4-H Senior Council - a teen community service club. Food will be available for purchase at an additional cost. In case of heavy snow, please call the Office and listen for the recorded message.

Weekend Journey Through the Past with Ukranian History and Education Center

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Looking to get out of the house on a beautiful fall weekend? Come join the Ukrainian History and Education Center for self-guided and expert-guided tours at St. Andrew Cemetery & Mausoleum, the Fisher Family Cemetery and St. Andrew Memorial Church in Somerset/South Bound Brook! Saturday, October 8, 2022 Hours: 10 am to 5 pm Guided Tour: 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm Sunday, October 9, 2022 Hours: Noon to 4 pm Guided Tour: 2 pm Weekend Highlights Include: *Self-guided tour of St. Andrew Cemetery & Mausoleum highlights *Fisher Family Cemetery plot *Video presentation on the history of the cemetery and St. Andrew Memorial Church *Printed and online (smartphone) walking guide *Scavenger hunt and other kid’s activities *All tours and presentations will be outdoors *St. Andrew Memorial Church will be opened for private reflection (stairs & wheelchair accessible) Ample parking at 280 Main Street / South Bound Brook, NJ 08880 This two-day event is part of Somerset County's Weekend Journey Through the Past. For more information and a complete listing of participating sites, visit: www.SCHistoryWeekend.com Virtual Journey through the Past: https://bit.ly/3wNwJi8

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, the show features 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. Songs include “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, while and other songs feature video images. (Recommended for ages 3-8)

Skies Over Hogwarts

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Join our eclectic group of witches and wizards as they guide you through a "Harry Potter"-themed tour of the night sky. Learn how J.K. Rowling used astronomy as the inspiration for some of her characters' names.  (Recommended for ages 8 and older)

Event Series First and Farthest

First and Farthest

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From the first rockets to the first man on the Moon, “First and Farthest” celebrates humanity's great accomplishments in the Space Race. The show may bring back memories for those who experienced the Space Race and inspire new generations to continue exploring the universe. With its discussion of science, technology, engineering, and mathematical concepts, “First and Farthest” supports a STEM-focused pursuit of knowledge. The presentation is made possible with a grant from NASA’s New Jersey Space Grant Consortium. Weather permitting, the 3M Observatory, located outside the Planetarium, will be open after the show. (Recommended for ages 10-adult)

Event Series The Butler Did It!

The Butler Did It!

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This comedy parodies every English mystery play ever written with a decidedly American flair.  When they're not busy tripping over clues, they are tripping over each other! Laughs collide with thrills, and the climax is a real seat-grabber as the true killer is unmasked, and almost everyone turns out to be someone else!

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