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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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NJ Audubon: Morning Walk at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary

NJ Audubon: Morning Walk at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 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. Pre-registration Required. 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. Please bring binoculars if you have them. Loaner bioculars will be available. 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

Bernardsville Farmers Market

Bernardsville Farmers Market A community gathering place for three decades, the Bernardsville Farmers' Market will once again feature a wide variety of New Jersey farms and food vendors in 2024. Shop every Saturday all season long for fresh vegetables, fruit, poultry, pasture-raised meats, baked goods, herbs, cut flowers, gourmet prepared food, and more. Listen to live music and keep an eye out for pop-up events and festivals throughout the season, too!

Messy Play at Chimney Rock Park

Chimney Rock Park 736 Chimney Rock Rd, Bridgewater

Messy Play at Chimney Rock Park Come play, meet friends, and make a mess at Chimney Rock Park. Children ages 1.5 to 4 (and their grown-ups) explore sensory play stations and process art. Classes are offered at 9:30 & 11am. They will be held at Chimney Rock Park, 736 Chimney Rock Rd, Martinsville. The rain date for this class is Sunday, July 21. Register at PlayLearnConnect.com

$35

Washington’s Headquarters on Horseback for Somerset County’s History on the Green

Washington’s Headquarters on Horseback for Somerset County’s History on the Green Meet George Washington and William Lee with three dragoons of the Continental Army all on horseback at Washington’s Headquarters at Wallace House State Historic Site. Renowned reenactor John Koopman portrays Gen. Washington in the summer of 1779. As the Continental Army’s Middlebrook Cantonment in Somerset County concludes, Gen. Washington prepares to depart headquarters at the Wallace House and tells stories of the Revolutionary War in New Jersey including the “Ten Crucial Days” of the Battles of Trenton and Princeton. At 12 p.m. join Gen. Washington, William Lee and the dragoons as they march from Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites to Somerset County’s Courthouse Green, a ¾ mile flat walk on Main Street in Downtown Somerville. Somerset County’s History on the Green featuring a pop-up encapmment and more living history continues all day 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the Courthouse Green between N. Bridge St. & Grove St. on Main Street in Downtown Somerville: https://www.co.somerset.nj.us/government/public-works/cultural-heritage/history-on-the-green

Free
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History on the Green

History on the Green Step back into the past and visit Revolutionary-era New Jersey at Somerset County's living history event for the whole family - History on the Green! Explore a pop-up encampment & visit with Revolutionary War soldiers! Meet General George Washington and his valet, William "Billy" Lee, on horseback! Experience early-American artisan demonstrations! Play colonial toys & games And SO MUCH MORE LOCATION: The Courthouse Green on Main Street (between N. Bridge St. & Grove St.) Somerville, NJ 08876 NJ Fifes & DrumsEnjoy the NJ Fifes & Drums live performances of late 18th-century music that would have been performed by a military corps of music during the Revolutionary War. This local group will be dressed in field musician uniforms of the 2nd New Jersey Regiment. Hand-Cut Colonial Silhouettes Watch in awe and excitement as professional artist Lauren Muney creates a hand-cut, colonial style portrait of you to take home. You have the easy part - sit and enjoy the experience! Basketweaving of Colonial America Watch the talented artisan, Mary May, demonstrate colonial-era basketweaving techniques and traditions! Learn how basketweaving was an integral domestic activity in early America. Colonial Toys & Games with Liberty Hall Museum Experience the toys and games of the past with Liberty

Walk an Alpaca – Saturday Mornings

Walk an Alpaca - Saturday Mornings PLEASE READ CAREFULLY!!! NON REFUNDABLE!!!!! NON CHANGEABLE!!!! Alpaca Halter Training (Walking): Walk one of our beautiful, friendly Alpacas around our property. Enjoy their wonderful personalities and cuteness overload. You will be instructed on how to handle your alpaca and we will give you a little bit of information on our Alpacas. 1 reservation is 1 Alpaca and 1 Person. Children under the age of 9 cannot walk by themselves. Your walk will last around 15 minutes. Feel free to take lots of pictures with your alpaca and if you need assistance doing so, please as one of our Volunteers for help. This is a rain/snow or shine unless torrential rain then we will postpone. PLEASE BE ONTIME! IF YOU ARE MORE THAN 5 MINUTES LATE FOR YOUR SCHEDULED WALK, YOUR WALK WILL BE CANCELLED!!!!! Our helpers are all volunteers, so tipping is appreciated.

Crystals, Stones, and More: Advice and Readings

Crystals, Stones, and More: Advice and Readings with Shannon Stumped and at a crossroads? Ready for the next step? Uncertain of what the future holds? Whether it's finding soul mates, love and relationships, career, soul healings, or sage spiritual guidance along the journey, come see Shannon and set the course for happier ever after in your life. All sessions always free. Sign-ins from noon to 2PM, with Shannon, who specializes in miracle-making (and a whole lot more), including: Decision-making Problem-solving Spiritual Guidance Wisdom Inspiration Encouragement Prayer Letting Go Cutting Soul Ties Soul Healings Wishes & Dreams Blessings Anointings Commitment Ceremonies Happiest Ever Afters NEW: Text Sunnyside Gift Shop to sign-up! 908-409-3884 What to Know: All sessions are in Divine timing (sign-ins by arrival time only); always free (no costs, no strings); complementary with all belief systems (secular or nonsecular) and all walks of life. For more information, you are welcome to contact Shannon @ JoyAlchemy.com.

Brunswick Resolves for Somerset County’s History on the Green

Brunswick Resolves for Somerset County’s History on the Green 250 years ago in July 1774 Somerset County convened a committee of correspondence and 71 delegates from 11 of New Jersey’s 13 counties gathered in New Brunswick to appoint delegates from New Jersey to the First Continental Congress. Visit Old Dutch Parsonage, historic home of two delegates to New Jersey’s Provincial Congress, for an open house discussing Somerset County’s role on the road to revolution 250 years ago this summer. Somerset County’s History on the Green featuring a pop-up encampment and more living history continues all day 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the Courthouse Green between N. Bridge St. & Grove St. on Main Street in Downtown Somerville: https://www.co.somerset.nj.us/government/public-works/cultural-heritage/history-on-the-green

Free

90’s Nostalgia Crafts: Spin Art

90’s Nostalgia Crafts: Spin Art Relive the magic of 90’s camp craft classics in this come-when-you-can, open studio workshop. Drop in between the hours of 2-5PM, no registration required. Step up to the wheel, drop a bit of paint and create a mini masterpiece! The same fun you had 20 years ago, but you get to leave the mess with us. Gather your friends and come walk down memory lane, or share the crafts you loved as a child with the next generation (10 and up).

Event Series Laser Magic

Laser Magic

Laser Magic at RVCC Planetarium Enjoy a laser show featuring such selections as “Fireworks” by Katy Perry; “We Don’t Talk about Bruno” from Encanto; “Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsen; and “Let It Go,” sung by Idina Menzel. (Recommended for ages 6-12)

Event Series Somerville Summer Stage

Somerville Summer Stage

Somerville Summer Stage Summer Stage is here! Stop by our Summer Stage outdoor concert series on Division Street on the first Friday of each month and every Saturday from June 1, 2024 until Saturday September 14, 2024.  The concerts will begin at 7 p.m. on Fridays and 6 p.m. on Saturdays. 2024 Summer Stage Concert Schedule: **5/25** – Tyrone Stackhouse Project (6-9 pm) **6/1** – Twisted Ginger (6-9 pm) **6/7** – PB&J Band (7-9 pm) **6/8** – The Bassboards (6-9 pm) **6/15** – Johnny Charles featuring Tracy Sousa (6-9 pm) **6/22** – Twilight Disciples (6-9 pm) **6/29** – Living Proof (6-9 pm) **7/5** – Matt Pisani (7-9 pm) **7/6** – Rainbow Fresh (6-9 pm) **7/13** – The Broadcasters (6-9 pm) **7/20** – Mail Order Bride (6-9 pm) **7/27** – Whole Lotta Led (6-9 pm) **8/2** – The JJ Lynch Band (7-9 pm) **8/3** – Two Broke Vets (6-9 pm) **8/10** – Stereo Circus (6-9 pm) **8/17** – Diamond Eye Jack (6-9 pm) **8/24** – Rockhorse (6-9 pm) **8/31** – MPack Band (6-9 pm) **9/6** – Kit And The Cats Dragged In (7-9 pm) **9/7** – The Bob Lanza Blues Band (6-9 pm) **9/14** – Kate and the Melonheads (6-9 pm) All Summer Stage events are weather dependent.

Country Saturday’s at Joy2Dance

Joy2Dance 178 US Highway 206, Hillsborough

Country Saturday's at Joy2Dance July 20th -SPECIAL GUEST INSTRUCTOR - Kayla Cosgrove will be with us ALL REQUESTS - ALL NIGHT Dance to all your favorites. Family and Beginner friendly environment. Open to everyone of ALL ages. Plenty of room for Line and Partner Dancers. Free water - Feel free to bring your own snack, drinks or BYOB Doors open at 6:30 PM Dancing Starts at 7PMLessons at 8 PM Cover $15 / person

Event Series Alice in Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland at Somerset Valley Players Come down the rabbit hole with Alice to a land of zany adventures where nothing is as it seems in this brand-new version of Lewis Carroll's timeless classic. From the Cheshire Cat to the Mad Hatter, it's a magical, entertaining musical for the whole family - not just the children! Book, Music & Lyrics by Janet Yates & Mark Friedman Based on the Classic Story by Lewis Carroll Directed by: Holly Lessing Musical Direction by: Catherine Flynn Choreographed by: Bonnie Terenzi Produced by: Lynda Chornomaz and Mark Noble July 19 – August 4 **  Additional Matinee  Saturday, July 27 at 2:00 PM ** Fridays & Saturdays – 8:00 PM Sundays – 2:00 PM Adults: $24 | Students/Seniors: $22  

Ultraviolet & Good Damage at 22 West

Ultraviolet & Good Damage at 22 West Join on July 20th for a special night featuring a double set with ULTRAVIOLET & GOOD DAMAGE! It’s their first time performing on our stage, and we’re excited to rock the night with them. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of live music and great vibes. See you there!

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