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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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Event Series Norz Hill Scare Farm

Norz Hill Scare Farm

Norz Hill Scare Farm Get ready for an unforgettable night of terror at Scare Farm, located in Hillsborough, NJ. Brace yourself for heart-pounding thrills and screams of terror as we present four incredible attractions that will push you to your limits. Prepare yourself for an adrenaline-fueled adventure as you navigate through Madderbaby Lane, a spine-chilling hayride that takes you through a nightmarish cornfield. Hold on tight as you encounter horrifying creatures lurking in the darkness, ready to send shivers down your spine. Next, step into the twisted halls of Atrum Manor, a haunted walking trail that will test your wits and bravery. Explore the eerie rooms filled with ghostly apparitions and sinister surprises. Will you make it out alive? Buckle up for The Slayride, another hair-raising hayride that will take you on a journey through a land consumed by darkness. Witness the horrors that await you at every turn, as you come face to face with bloodthirsty creatures determined to make you their next victim. For the ultimate thrill seekers, brace yourself for Chaotica, a mind-bending walking trail that will take you on a psychological rollercoaster. Lose yourself in a labyrinth of twisted reality and prepare for sensory overload unlike

Event Series Brite Nites

Brite Nites

Brite Nites After a one-year hiatus, BRITE NITES is back for its 12th year with NO PRICE INCREASE! Wagner Farm Arboretum's Halloween-themed “Brite Nites” event features a spectacular display of intricately and creatively hand-carved and LED-lit pumpkin scenes. Don’t miss the exciting new displays and installations planned for 2024. EVENT INFORMATION: Dates:  Fridays & Saturdays only - Oct 11-12, 18-19 and 25-26  Timing: General entry tickets (not timed) Entry begins at 6:30 PM Last entry at 9:00 PM Event closes promptly at 10:00 PM Note: Peak times may be more crowded, so plan accordingly. Tickets: Available mid-to-late September on WFAFNJ.ORG. No discounts are available. Ticket prices remain at their 2019 levels: $15 for ages 13-61 $10 for children 5-12 and seniors 62+ Free for children under 5 Parking:  Free  Additional Information: Photo Op spots available for children and adults Children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes for added fun! Hot chocolate, water and a limited selection of snacks will be available for purchase. RAIN DATE INFORMATION "Rained out" means the event is canceled by WFA due to heavy rain or other unsafe weather conditions making the path and electrical connections dangerous.  Rain Dates: If the event is rained out on

Chris Botti at STNJ 

Chris Botti at STNJ Grammy®-winning trumpeter Chris Botti has been one of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades; he’s collaborated with some of the biggest superstars on the planet, including Sting, Paul Simon, Barbra Streisand, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Joni Mitchell, Steven Tyler, Andrea Bocelli, Herbie Hancock, Yo-Yo Ma, and others. He has topped the jazz charts with numerous albums, earned multiple Gold and Platinum records, and performed with symphony orchestras and on prestigious stages from Carnegie Hall to the Hollywood Bowl to the Sydney Opera House. In short, Chris Botti really needs no introduction. Yet with his Blue Note Records debut, he’s offering one anyway. Vol.1 is in many ways a fresh start for the trumpeter. Having successfully crossed over from jazz renown to pop stardom, Botti’s first album in more than a decade finds him crossing back, with a small group project focused on acoustic jazz and classic standards. “I turned 60 in 2022, at a time that seemed like a restart for so many things in the world,” Botti says. “I wanted to strip away all the orchestral arrangements and special guests and focus more on

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Untimely Live at Willie McBrides

Untimely Live at Willie McBrides Hello friends. Join us for a great night of rock n roll as we return to Willie McBrides!Music starts at 8pm. Stop on by and hang with us!

Angela Pilgrim & Barbara Wallace Solo Exhibitions at The Center for Contemporary Art

Angela Pilgrim & Barbara Wallace Solo Exhibitions at The Center for Contemporary Art The Center for Contemporary Art is pleased to present two fall solo exhibitions on view September 27 through December 8. Angela Pilgrim: New Growth presents the work of Angela Pilgrim whose studio is in Newark, New Jersey. She explains, “My work explores the Black female gaze through figurative imagery of the body. Utilizing portraiture, printmaking, pattern making and mixed media.” Barbara Wallace: Sculpture showcases the work of sculptor Barbara Wallace, who resides in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Wallace is a sculptor known for her figurative art works and innovative use of recycled materials. When discussing her work, she explains, “Shape, form and structure are essential aspects of my sculptures created with a paper mache technique in recycled paper, cardboard, wire, metal and acrylic paint…. Using up-cycled resources addresses my concerns about climate change and the environment.”

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The Art of Recovery: Connecting Through Transformative Creativity

The Art of Recovery: Connecting Through Transformative Creativity In observance of September as National Recovery Month The Center in partnership with Community in Connection is pleased to present “The Art of Recovery.” “The Art of Recovery” showcases the transformative power of creativity in personal recovery. This exhibition highlights artistic expression as a vital healing tool, helping individuals process emotions, share their journeys, and reconnect with themselves and their communities. Through painting, sculpture, photography and more, participants find strength, resilience, and hope. “The Art of Recovery” celebrates how creativity fosters personal growth, reduces stigma, and unites communities.

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