Events for April 11, 2026

You’re invited! Join us in the streets and camp for the “249th Commemoration of the Battle of Bound Brook” April 11 & 12, 2026 ~ A Great Family Weekend! Bound Brook, South Bound Brook, Bridgewater FRI APRIL 10 • Pre-Battle Festivities Begin! 6:30 – 10PM Bridgewater FRI Apr. 10 “Pop-up Tavern” hosted by Philip Van Horne – Heritage Trail Association. Live Irish session with ale, wine & cocktails, tavern games, News of 1770s, probably a duel with a twist, & more. Must be 21yo + to attend. Public: $20pp includes 1 drink ticket; Reenactors $5pp includes 1 drink ticket. Historic Van Horne House, 941 E. Main St, Bridgewater, NJ 08807. Register: www.heritagetrail.org. Questions: Cindy 310-691-9388 SAT APRIL 11 Re-enactment of American Revolution “Battle of Bound Brook” of April 13, 1777! 10AM – 4PM Open to Public South Bound Brook • Historic Abraham Staats House and Grounds. Grounds: Free. Soldier’s Encampment. House: $10pp, 18 & under Free. House admittance includes tours, demo & Sunday lecture (Joel Farkas: “Painting” The American Revolution). “Rug Hooking” – Hunterdon County Rug Artisans’ Guild New Jersey hcrag.com. Rev War Surgeon exhibit, Tickets in advance – Eventbrite, www.staatshouse.org or 732-369-3583, or at Door 10:30 – 11:30AM Bound

You’re invited! Join us in the streets and soldiers' camp for the “249th Commemoration of the Battle of Bound Brook” Living History Weekend! April 11 & 12, 2026 ~ Bound Brook, South Bound Brook, Bridgewater FRI APRIL 10 • Pre-Battle Festivities Begin! 6:30 – 10PM Bridgewater FRI Apr. 10 “Pop-up Tavern” hosted by Philip Van Horne – Heritage Trail Association. Live Irish session with ale, wine & cocktails, tavern games, News of 1770s, probably a duel with a twist, & more. Must be 21yo + to attend. Public: $20pp includes 1 drink ticket; Reenactors $5pp includes 1 drink ticket. Historic Van Horne House, 941 E. Main St, Bridgewater, NJ 08807. Register: www.heritagetrail.org. Questions: Cindy 310-691-9388 SAT APRIL 11 Re-enactment of American Revolution “Battle of Bound Brook” of April 13, 1777! 10AM – 4PM Open to Public South Bound Brook • Historic Abraham Staats House and Grounds. Grounds: Free. Soldier’s Encampment. House: $10pp, 18 & under Free. House admittance includes tours, demo & Sunday lecture (Joel Farkas: “Painting” The American Revolution). “Rug Hooking” – Hunterdon County Rug Artisans’ Guild New Jersey hcrag.com. Rev War Surgeon exhibit, Tickets in advance – Eventbrite, www.staatshouse.org or 732-369-3583, or at Door 10:30 – 11:30AM Bound

FRIDAY, APRIL 10TH “DJ Jayhood & Friends” at @undergroundvbc. Mark your calendars nowwww you don’t wanna miss this! THIS WILL BE A SOLD OUT EVENT DUE TO HIGH DEMAND. Tickets are now available on Posh.

Come volunteer with Sanctuary + Seed in our Giving Garden. We need help cleaning out our raised garden beds and installing a deer fence. All experience levels are welcome!

KidsUnited is an early development soccer center for kids 1.5 to 9 years. Come join us for a guided tour of our new facility, meet our staff and owners, learn about our programs and mission. Event Date: Apr 11 and 12- 10 am to noon Address: 45 US 206, Unit D, Raritan, NJ-08869

You’re invited! Join us in the streets and camp for the “249th Commemoration of the Battle of Bound Brook” April 11 & 12, 2026 ~ A Great Family Weekend! Bound Brook, South Bound Brook, Bridgewater FRI APRIL 10 ·                  Pre-Battle Festivities Begin! 6:30 – 10PM Bridgewater FRI Apr. 10  “Pop-up Tavern” hosted by Philip Van Horne – Heritage Trail Association.  Live Irish session with ale, wine & cocktails, tavern games, News of 1770s, probably a duel with a twist, & more. Must be 21yo + to attend.  Public: $20pp includes 1 drink ticket; Reenactors $5pp includes 1 drink ticket. Historic Van Horne House, 941 E. Main St, Bridgewater, NJ 08807.  Register: www.heritagetrail.org. Questions: Cindy 310-691-9388 SAT APRIL 11 Re-enactment of American Revolution “Battle of Bound Brook” of April 13, 1777! 10AM – 4PM Open to Public   South Bound Brook    Historic Abraham Staats House and Grounds. Grounds: Free. 18th C. Soldier’s Encampment, living history activities, soldiers' drills, more.  Entry to House: $10pp, 18 & under Free. House admittance includes tours, demo & Sunday lecture (Joel Farkas: “Painting” The American Revolution). “Rug Hooking” - Hunterdon County Rug Artisans’ Guild New Jersey hcrag.com. Rev War Surgeon exhibit,  Tickets in advance - Eventbrite,

Welcome to the Big Show Card Show 2026 Description:Get ready for the ultimate Trading Card Game (TCG) experience at The Big Show! Event Highlights:Over 150+ tables featuring top TCG vendorsRare and exclusive card dealsMeet and network with fellow TCG fans New Location:Bridgewater Commons Mall400 Commons Way- Ground FloorBridgewater, NJ 08870 Admission:Free Event!

If your mind has been racing, your body feels tense, or you just need a moment to slow down… this is your space to reset. Join Amy Colombo, Registered Nurse and Emotional Mastery Coach, for a 60-minute guided meditation designed to help you release stress, calm your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself. This class uses a gentle technique called EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), which combines light tapping on the body with guided meditation to help reduce anxiety, overwhelm, and mental noise. No experience is needed. You’ll be guided step by step in a calm, supportive environment. You’ll leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more grounded. This is a monthly opportunity to pause, breathe, and take care of yourself at Quantum Wellness in Bedminster.

Learn how to identify wildflowers in this indoor/outdoor workshop. Led by Dorothy Smullen, Teacher Naturalist Don’t just scan the color pages to try to identify wildflowers! Join Dorothy to learn how to use the identification keys in your guidebooks. We will brush up on flower vocabulary and practice hands-on ID in the indoor part. Following that, we will walk the trails to see and identify what's in bloom. Bring your favorite wildflower guide and camera. COST: $18 members, $23 nonmembers. Registration required by 4/10 at 4:00 PM. 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.

Join us Saturday April 10th for 4 exciting shows here at the RVCC Planetarium! 3:00 pm Perfect Little Planet (and Coyote) (ages 6-12) 4:00 pm Laser Kids (ages 6-adult) 7:00 pm Dark Biosphere (ages 10-adult) *new show! 8:00 pm Beatles Laser Concert (ages 10-adult) Tickets will be $11 per person for one show, $20 per person for two. Reservations are recommended, but not required. Please call the Planetarium at (908) 231-8805 for more info. Full show schedule can be found here: https://www.raritanval.edu/planetarium/public-shows

Battle of Bound Brook Your Hosts, Elizabeth and Philip Van Horne invite all to the Family Publick Ball! At the Van Horne House. Live music by the wonderful Anne and Ridley Enslow and dances called by the Van Hornes own Dance Master, Mr. Lazarus Turner! Dances begin simple and add steps along the way. Colonial dress encouraged but not required. Light refreshments will be served** families with allergies please feel free to bring your own cookies and non alcoholic drinks. General admission 10.00, students ages 12— 18 and Reenactors 5.00 and children under 12 years old. Free

Satisfaction Get your rock and roll fix with Satisfaction: The International Rolling Stones Tribute Show. Capturing the sights, sounds, and raw energy of The Rolling Stones, this acclaimed production delivers an authentic concert experience. Sing along to over 50 years of iconic hits in a night that honors the Stones’ legendary legacy. The Theatre at Raritan Valley Community College 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg, NJ Ticket prices: $45, $40,, $35 Box office: 908-725-3420 Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. M-F and 90 minutes before showtime

Come join The Heritage Trail Association for a Colonial Ball, a festive evening of 18th-century entertainment. Caller Janice Wolk will “call” dances for both beginner and experienced dancers, with colonial music provided by Anne and Ridley Enslow. Reservations are suggested. Time: 7-11 pm Admission: $20 general admission, $5 for reenactors. Price includes two drinks. For reservations, please call Cindy Blumenkrantz at (310) 691-9388