Events for May 9, 2026

At midnight, on May 19, 1984, 13 teams set out on a 24-hour treasure hunt. Their mission: To tally as many different species of birds by sight or sound. Their objective: To raise money for their favorite environmental cause, and to focus attention on the habitat needs of migrating birds. They succeeded beyond anyone’s dreams and in 2026, we hope to see over 90 teams and participants vie for glory and their share of the excitement in North America’s most spirited conservation fundraising event, the Annual WORLD SERIES OF BIRDING. Join in on the fun while raising money and awareness for bird and habitat conservation. WHY? The World Series of Birding is a “competitive” big day. But just like a marathon, the accent is on participating, not winning. There are many benefits to participants, teams and sponsors. Here are just a handful: It draws attention to the habitat needs of migrating birds It provides birders a chance to test and use their skills for a great cause It provides a forum for interaction between birders, conservation organization representatives and businesses that cater to the birding market It generates hundreds of thousands of dollars for a number of worthy conservation organizations

FRIDAY, MAY 8TH One of our favorites is back in the building! Welcome back, @djjooyner! It’s DJ Jooyner & Friends and we’re celebrating a birthday the right way - good vibes, great music, and even better energy all night long.

SAVE THE DATE! A Farmstead Arts Antique Appraisal Event. Free admission and details forthcoming.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with something sweet! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to decorate a beautiful set of floral cupcakes using buttercream techniques—perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself. 1.5 Hours

The Food Trucks are rolling into Branchburg!Food! Beer! Music! Fun! It’s a fun filled family day!20 Gourmet Food Trucks, beer, margaritas & sangria, Live Music with some incredible bands, kid activities, bungee trampoline, rock wall, pony rides, petting zoo, face painting, inflatables, knockerball, miniature golf, inflatable hatchet throwing, sand art, spin art, & so much more. In conjunction with Branchburg Township & A Benefit for North Branch Volunteer Fire Company, Readington Vol Fire Co, Country Hills, Neshanic Fire Co. Bring your family, friends, appetite, lawn chairs, pop ups and blankets. Dogs permitted! ***We are also asking all attendees to bring a no perishable canned or boxed item to help support the food pantry. Please help those less fortunate. Beer Garden Sponsored by our Friends at Lone Eagle Brewing of Flemington.• Lone Eagle Brewing - Flemington Fog IPA, Summer Honey, Station Haus Lager, Sour• Senor Sangria - Red & White• Regular & Strawberry Margaritas/Daiquiris• Strawberry Vodka Lemonade THE MUSIC LINE UP:11am-1:30 - Captains of Leisure1:30-4pm - After Party4-7pm - Pure Petty Participating Trucks:Angry Archie'sThe Brownie BarChanks Pizza ConesChick Wings N ThingsChow WowCubita TruckDags DippersDan's WafflesHold My KnotsKielbasa n MoreMac TruckMaster AsadorPudgy's FriesRolling PitaSandwich FreakSeasonal SarahSenor TacosTaxicab BurgerUncle Sal's Eggrolls 11am to

Featuring elite college & youth ensembles + Dave Stryker/Bob Mintzer Quartet, two of today's most-respected jazz voices. Stay all day or swing by for a few sets at the historic Ross Farm for our 2nd Annual Ross Farm Jazz Fest! Enjoy a full afternoon and evening of standout live jazz in a relaxed, open-air setting, with a lineup that blends rising artists and seasoned performers. The festival wraps with a headlining set by the Dave Stryker / Bob Mintzer Quartet. Guitarist Dave Stryker returns as part of the team, curating this event with the Ross Farm’s David Becker to shape the day’s music. Bring a chair or blanket, pack a picnic, and make yourself at home—we just ask that you carry out what you carry in. Saturday, May 9 | 1–7 p.m. Rain date: Sunday, May 10 Tickets: $25/adult, $10/student, Free/Under 7 years old Estimated Set Times & Lineup: 1:00 PM – Jazz House Ambassadors Combo (Director: Mike Lee) 2:00 PM – Ryan Huston and the Montclair State Jazz Sextet 3:00 PM – Christian Orlowski and the Rutgers Jazz Sextet 4:00 PM – Sally Shupe and the William Paterson Jazz Septet ~5:30 PM – Dave Stryker / Bob Mintzer Quartet

We invite you to join us at the museum for a relaxing afternoon tea. The menu features tea sandwiches, savories, scones, fresh fruit salad, tea and a variety of scrumptious desserts. We look forward to seeing you! Somerset County Historical Society Van Veghten House 9 Van Veghten Drive Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Celebrate Mom with delicious tea, treats, and good vibes this Mother's Day afternoon! Mother's Day Afternoon Tea Celebrate Mother's Day with a lovely afternoon tea made just for you and your mom! Join us in our historic HQ for delicious treats, warm sips, and great company. It's the perfect way to show appreciation and make sweet memories together. Bring your loved ones and enjoy a relaxing, tasty afternoon. See you there!