As part of the Garden State Art Weekend's second annual state-wide celebration of New Jersey's diverse and vibrant arts scene, Bridgewater Commons will host the work of 21 artists from the South Asian Artists Association of America (S4A). 'Vasant' means springtime in Sanskrit (the ancient classical language of India) and symbolizes happiness, new beginnings, hope, and prosperity. Come celebrate the arrival of the season through a mosaic of authentic and inspiring art at the Community Hub. The space will be transformed into a lively, vibrant, open, and elegant gallery and cultural venue for three days. S4A is a collective of artists with roots in South Asia now living in the U.S., who work in a wide variety of media including photography, painting, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, and more. They draw inspiration from their South Asian heritage and modern cross-cultural life experiences, exhibiting together to promote and share their work with the public at large. Free and open to all, guests will meet the artists and learn about their approaches, experiences, and inspirations. Families can also partake in art activities and workshops. Check back here for a schedule of activities. Artwork by the artists will also be for sale. Friday, April 25

Established in 1989, the Tour de Franklin is the largest fundraising event of the year for the Franklin Food Bank and a staple in the community. Participants choose from several rides and walks through Franklin Township – traveling as little as 1 mile and as far as 62! The 2024 Tour de Franklin was the largest fundraising event yet, exceeding goals before the start time on Tour Day! With the help of sunshine and fun, we hope to set another record this year for our 36th!

Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Ted Blum 4-H Center 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater Township, NJ, 08807 United States Join us for the Somerset County 4-H Spring Carnival! 4-H Clubs will run activities, games, and crafts. Prizes available! Sensory Friedly Hour Pre-Registration Required (SENSORY HOUR IS NOW FULLY BOOKED) 11 AM - 3 PM General Admission FREE Admission Donations are Always Appreciated. Food available for purchase. This event benefits the Somerset County 4-H Association.

Colonial Crossroads in the Old Dutch Garden: African and European Music Meet Carla Lynne Hall and Jim Keyes present music of early America at the intersection of Africa and Europe featuring Pinkster, the Dutch and African Dutch celebration of spring. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets for this outdoors springtime concert in the Old Dutch Garden. Imagine the restoration of the Old Dutch Garden as part of Revitalization of Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites “Down the Brook” with the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association and Somerville Environmental Commission. This program is part of a series made possible by the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association, Proud Partners of Revolution NJ, with the sponsorship of New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this series do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. Answer the Call for Action of Two Lights for Tomorrow and consider bringing a donation of supplies needed for the Food Bank Network of Somerset County: https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/about/give-supplies/ ?? Two Lights for Tomorrow is