Events

Attention young birders! Join us at Scherman Hoffman for a winter birding experience. Led by Angus Macaulay, Teacher Naturalist Attention young birders! The year-round resident birds are here for the winter months. Join the group to get started birding or add new species to your life list. All birding experience levels are welcome. Loaner binoculars and all instructions are included. Registration is limited to ten participants per date, so don’t miss out! This is an outdoor program, please dress for the weather. For youth ages 10 to 16 years. COST: $20 members, $30 nonmembers. Registration required. Ticket sale ends 1/31 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.

February 1, 2026 4pm Branchburg NJ ANYONE CAN DO IT...really! No artistic skills necessary. Hand-build using slabs of clay and sculpture techniques under the watchful guidance of experienced clay artists. Many design ideas are available or bring your own creativity! You will also utilize various decorative techniques, such as underglaze painting, carving and attaching 3D elements. Finished glazed pieces will be available for pick up about 4 weeks later. Ages 8 and up. Set of 4 $40 Each Additional $10 See all our workshops:https://www.burntmillpotters.com/shoponline/-lzbkN/workshops

YES you will make an entire 5 skein blanket in three hours and no prior experience is necessary. AGES 18+ BYOB We are also booking by appointment in February. Depending on demand, these sessions may be private or semi private. Sign up yourself, you and a friend, or a small group. We can make this workshop a private event for groups of 6 or more. We do have some custom colors in stock and we can accommodate most college requests with one week notice so please feel free to email us with questions. You can learn to make a blanket just like the one in the photo in a few hours…zero prior knitting experience required. We use our fingers!With the help of our super patient and experienced instructors, you will make a lap blanket for you or a loved one, plus you will acquire the knowledge to hand knit on your own. I love this workshop so much because when the blankets are finished and everyone realizes what they just did, they are elated! The blankets come out beautifully.It is such a confidence booster and all the vibes...Anyone can do this! We stock neutral yarn colors in ivory, white, pink,

Musicians, Poets, Comedians, and Spectators come join us for Open Mic Night on February 5th. This event occurs every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Sign up sheet goes out at 5:45PM. Bliss Coffee Lounge serves up delicious dinner eats, specialty coffee, and tea drinks. BYOB.

Galentine's Day is a day to celebrate women's friendship.  This celebration of sisterhood and mutual empowerment should serve as a reminder to uplift and support other women.   It's about doing exactly what you want to do, and feeling thankful for having friends that let you do it.  Gather your girlies, your besties, your squad, and lets make this an event to remember! $120 per person!  You will learn tips, tricks, and techniques to curate your very own charcuterie board that can serve two to three as an appetizer.  Immediately follow our workshop, the talented Ms Stefani Steel will then provide some incredible entertainment during a 90 minute performance!  Bring the girls, good drinks, and enjoy some music, shopping, and lite bites, all while getting creative and playing with your food! . When: February 5, 2026 | 6:30–9:30 PM Where: Fresh Restorations, Somerville, NJ Price: $120.00| BYOB Market Vendors: • Sweet Roots – festive baked treats • Linked by Mint – permanent jewelry • Tiny & Bubbs – kids sensory kits • Beach Bum Beauty - massage oil candles | Light Bites | Music | Vibes