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Flounder’s 4th Annual Kringle Market
Flounder's 4th Annual Kringle Market Events on the Farm NJ is proud to announce the 4th annual Flounder's Kringle Market on beautiful Carriage Farm in the heart of Hillsborough - Presented in part by Visit Somerset County! Shop 35+ vendors for special, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts for loved ones - or yourself! All vetted by Marketspace Vendor Events to ensure you are visiting unique makers. Steps Together will be selling Flounder beer and warmed cider from Bellemara to enjoy as you walk the market with all proceeds going to this amazing local charity. Central Jersey Nurseries will be set in the middle of it all with Christmas trees, wreaths, and more! Enjoy the sounds of a brass quintet playing traditional holiday songs. Grab pictures with Santa inside Flounder Brewing. Catch a local dance company's holiday recital on select days (TBD). Details:-$10 per car parking-Parking opens at 10:50 am each day-Parking is free after 4:30 pm each day so those heading to the Brewery or Distillery for the night can come after 4:30 and avoid the parking fee-In the event of inclement weather the market will be cancelled that day - this will be announced early the morning of-Absolutely no outside alcohol
Holiday Fest on the Canal
Holiday Fest on the Canal Join at the Canal House to enjoy the decorations, seasonal refreshments, and holiday songs!
Watchung’s Texier Open House Museum
Texier House Museum 10 Mountain Blvd., Watchung, NJ, United StatesWatchung's Texier Open House Museum The Texier House Museum is Watchung’s central location for history, photos, fun facts, and artifacts. Visit and investigate each of the 6 rooms independently or together, speak with our tour guides, and learn about the many wonderful tales from Watchung’s (nearly) 100 year history! The Texier House Museum is typically open the 1st & 3rd Sunday of each month from 2pm to 4pm, but be sure to periodically check this page for any updates or event closings. Admission is FREE. Donations are always greatly appreciated.
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.”
Festival of Trees 46th Anniversary
Festival of Trees 46th Anniversary December is the time to visit the Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center (EEC) to welcome winter and get into the holiday spirit! The festival is an indoor exhibit of decorated trees by various community groups and individuals alike. Enjoy holiday music and relax while viewing the beautiful trees! Please call 908-722-1200 (ext. 5328) or email mjuhasz@scparks.org to participate as an exhibitor and decorate a tree, to make group reservations or for more information. Suggested donation: $5 per person. Friday, December 6 through Sunday, December 29, 2024, 9:00am-4:30pm **Please note the EEC will be closed December 24 & 25** See you in December at the EEC – the perfect lead into the holiday season! Donate new, unwrapped Toys while you visit for Toys For Tots!
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.
