Events
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Endings & Beginnings of the Revolutionary War: Rockingham Open House
Rockingham State Historic Site 84 Laurel Avenue, Franklin Township, United StatesSaturday, October 10, 2026, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Rockingham State Historic Site, N.J. 84 Laurel Ave., Kingston, NJ 08528 The Declaration of Independence was adopted 250 years ago in 1776 but another seven years of the Revolutionary War followed until independence was affirmed with the Treaty of Paris in 1783. Visit George Washington’s Final Wartime Headquarters at Rockingham for an open house of “Endings and Beginnings” exploring documents from the start and end of the Revolutionary War including George Washington’s Farewell Orders to the Armies of the United States composed in headquarters at Rockingham. Free Registration Online: Rockingham1783.eventbrite.com The Rockingham Association, friends of Rockingham State Historic Site, sponsor this program made possible by funds from the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and the New Jersey Historical Commission. Visit Rockingham as part of Somerset County’s Journey Through the Past. ? Revolution NJ is New Jersey’s official observance of the 250th anniversaries of the American Revolution in New Jersey from 2024 – 2033. Franklin Township and Somerset County are Revolution NJ Communities.
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Welcome World to George Washington’s Rockingham
Rockingham State Historic Site 84 Laurel Avenue, Franklin Township, United StatesNew Jersey welcomes the world to Rockingham State Historic Site for the 250th Birthday of the United States. Visit the historic New Jersey Dutch Barn for an illustrated introduction to George Washington’s final headquarters of the Revolutionary War. Handle reproduction artifacts of the Revolutionary War. Sign up for tours of the grounds. Rockingham was George Washington's final wartime headquarters. Arriving from New York, Washington stayed at Rockingham from August 23, 1783 and left November 10, 1783. While at Rockingham, Washington entertained guests, issued his Farewell Orders to the Army, and learned the United States became formally independent with the signing of the Treaty of Paris. The historic house remains closed due to construction for stabilization of the south elevation. ? Revolution NJ is New Jersey’s official observance of the 250th anniversaries of New Jersey’s first Constitution July 2, 2026 and the American Revolution in New Jersey from 2024 – 2033.
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Pajamas & Pancakes
Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center 775 Talamini Rd, Bridgewater, NJ, United StatesWho says you have to get dressed to go out for breakfast? Families are invited to roll out of bed, stay cozy in their favorite pajamas, and join us for a fun-filled morning at the J! Sing, dance, wiggle, and laugh along to live music with children’s entertainer Yosi, then refuel with a delicious pancake snack and get creative with a special pancake-themed craft. Bring the kids, bring the PJs, and bring your best dance moves. We’ll take care of the pancakes! It’s the perfect recipe for a cozy Sunday morning filled with live music, creativity, yummy treats, and time together with our BECC community. FREE for BECC Families. $10/all other children
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Snyder’s Farm Fall Festival
Snyders Farm 586 South Middlebush Rd, Somerset, United StatesCelebrate the fall Season with a trip to Snyders Farm Fall Festival where you can go pumpkin picking. You will find pumpkins of all sizes and shapes. Enjoy time in our field picking that perfect pumpkin to carve. Our Fall Festival attracts guests who travel far and wide from all over New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania for a day of fun at the farm. ? ?Admission to Fall Festival is required to enter the Pumpkin field plus the cost of Pumpkins. Do not pick pumpkins up by their stems. Do not throw, drop, or kick pumpkins. ?Tip: Best to enjoy activity’s first & pick your pumpkin towards the end of your visit.
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Craft Fair & Open Air Market
JPA Plaza Craft Fair Join us at JPA Plaza for a vibrant fall craft fair celebrating local creativity, handcrafted goods, and community spirit! Shop unique, one-of-a-kind items from talented makers, crafters, and artists—just in time for early holiday gifting! A Perfect Fall Day OutBring your friends, family, and neighbors to stroll through our curated vendor lineup, meet the makers, and enjoy a welcoming, creative atmosphere. Kids and pets welcome! Calling Creatives! — Apply NowCrafters, makers, and small businesses are invited to apply for a vendor space. Event address: 434 Route 206, Hillsborough, NJ, United States, New Jersey 08844
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Fall Harvest Days @Norz Hill Farm
Norz Hill Farm & Market 120 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ, United StatesWeekends starting Sept 12th 10 am to 6 pm Weekdays starting Sept 28 noon to 6 pm Last Haywagon leaves at 5 pm everyday. Until 11/01/2026 Join us during the fall for our 7.5 acre corn maze commemorating the 250th anniversary, hayrides to visit with the farm livestock, picking your own perfect pumpkin
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