Watchung Farmers Market The Farmers Market will provide residents with an opportunity to access local products from local vendors. Returning vendors include Gramps Kitchen, Hot Graham Sauce Company, Lulu Artisanal Lemonade, Paolo's Kitchen, Pickle Culture, Pies & Quiches, Schiefersteins Farm, Smart Buy Natural Foods, and Sutton Farms. • Joining us this year are AquaSprout Farms, Barking Good Bakery, Complex Herbal Blends, Pourtuga Coffee House, Raining Sprinkles Bake Shop, River Valley Community Grains, Wood Box Soap, and Zell’s Farm. The list of young vendors from the Valley View Young Entrepreneurs Club is expanding. Crystals and Co. and Sunny Dayz Jewelry will be joined by Happy Henna and Commendable Candles. More vendors are anticipated and there will be special events, such as music and tables by local scouting troops. There will once again be a borough table providing information from CERT/OEM and the Environmental Commission. There will be a Watchung Lions Club collection box for eyeglasses and hearing aids. The Green Team will collect excess reusable shopping bags for donation to a local food pantry. 2024 Schedule (Times may vary) June to October Tuesdays 3 pm to 7 pm

Make a Hypertufa Mini-Trough Hypertufa is a handmade material which resembles “tufa,” a rugged volcanic rock used to make planting troughs. These containers are especially suited for small rock garden plants. You will learn how to make your own hypertufa mini-trough and receive instructions for curing it at home. Wear work clothes as the process can be messy. Workshop fee includes the cost of supplies. Pre-registration is required. Enrollment is limited to 10 participants. Fee: $50

NJ TCG Show Come join at the NJ TCG Show in October 2024 for a fun-filled day of trading card games vendors, collectibles and more Welcome to the NJ TCG Show October 2024! Description: Get ready for the ultimate Trading Card Game (TCG) experience at the NJ TCG Show! Join us on October 5th, 2024, for a day filled with excitement, exclusive deals, and a vibrant community of TCG enthusiasts. Event Highlights: Over 90 tables featuring top TCG vendors Rare and exclusive card deals Meet and network with fellow TCG fans Exciting Raffles and giveaways Location: Delta Hotel 110 Davidson Ave Somerset, NJ 08837 Admission: $5 All Day when bought online through Eventbrite 9am early bird tickets are $10 at door 11am general admission $5 at door Schedule: 9:00 AM - Early Bird Admission Get the first pick on exclusive deals and rare finds- The first 100 guests get a free gift 11:00 AM - General Admission Enjoy all the show has to offer at a reduced rate Additional Information: Wristbands will be provided at the registration table. Please check in upon arrival to receive your wristband.

Vendor and Craft Show Join for the Manville-Hillsborough Elks BPOE 2119 Vendor and Craft show! Tupperware, a few jewelry, Touchstone Crystal, Wood and floral home decor, and more!

AVN Fall Rummage Sale 3 days. 25 departments. Bargains for everyone and all ages.Twice a year, in spring and fall, Atlantic Visiting Nurse holds an epic rummage sale at the Far Hills Fairgrounds off routes 202 and 512 in Far Hills, New Jersey. The sale is our major fundraiser. It helps us provide home health and hospice care for uninsured and underinsured patients. The Atlantic Visiting Nurse Rummage Sale involves hundreds of volunteers and attracts thousands of bargain hunters who scour our two acres and 25 departments of bargain merchandise. Dates:Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5: 9:30am – 3:30pmSunday, October 6: 12:30pm – 3:30pm Location:Far Hills Fairground, Peapack Road, Far Hills, NJ Donations Accepted:September 7-24: 10:00am – 1:00pm (Monday – Saturday)

Halloween Hayrides This spooky season, the Stable is offering two types of hayrides to provide an all-inclusive experience. Join us on our family-friendly hayride where a tour guide will tell spooky ghost stories along the way—looking for something a little more frightening? Join us for our truly haunting “jump scare” tour. This hayride is recommended for people 10 years and older. Date/Time: October 4th, 5th and 6th. Family Rides: 5pm, 5:45pm Jump Scare Tour: 7pm, 7:45pm Fee: $10 per person. Activity Requirements: Advance registration is required. All participants must sign an annual waiver. Arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled ride. Registration: Pre-registration is required. Online registration closes 72 hours in advance, and the website will show the session as “unavailable.” If you are within the 72 hours and wish to register, please call 908-722-1200 ext. 5528, Monday- Friday, 8 am-3 pm, and our office staff will do their best to assist you in registering for any openings.

Comedy Night Dinner & A Show at The Bernie Featuring Laura Sogar & Matthew Broussard THE BERNIE at Red Horse by David Burke – Bernards Inn Friday, September 6 6 – 9pm (Doors at 6pm) 3-Course Dinner Comedy show hosted by Job B with  Comedians performing after dinner $95 per person Laura Sogar Laura Sogar is a former nationally ranked professional swimmer turned comedian.  From representing the USA at international swim competitions, Laura came back on land with a full heart and a ton of stories.  She performs regularly in NYC and across the world.  Her highly popular podcast Risque Business News is a top download on iTunes and Spotify. Her appearances on Don’t Tell Comedy, ESPN and ABC still are not as good as seeing her live. Matthew Broussard Matthew’s career launched when he was awarded winner of Houston’s Funniest Person and has gone on to appearances on television and film.  An Applied Mathematics major and work as a financial analyst did not keep Matthew from performing on Conan, Fallon, At Midnight and much more.  A decorated veteran of Comedy Central’s Roast Battle, Matthew also has written for many shows including the Roast of Tom Brady and appeared in movies

Laser Magic at RVCC Planetarium Enjoy a laser show featuring such selections as “Fireworks” by Katy Perry; “We Don’t Talk about Bruno” from Encanto; “Call Me Maybe” by Carly Rae Jepsen; and “Let It Go,” sung by Idina Menzel. (Recommended for ages 6-12)

Somerville Summer Stage Summer Stage is here! Stop by our Summer Stage outdoor concert series on Division Street on the first Friday of each month and every Saturday from June 1, 2024 until Saturday September 14, 2024.  The concerts will begin at 7 p.m. on Fridays and 6 p.m. on Saturdays. 2024 Summer Stage Concert Schedule: **5/25** – Tyrone Stackhouse Project (6-9 pm) **6/1** – Twisted Ginger (6-9 pm) **6/7** – PB&J Band (7-9 pm) **6/8** – The Bassboards (6-9 pm) **6/15** – Johnny Charles featuring Tracy Sousa (6-9 pm) **6/22** – Twilight Disciples (6-9 pm) **6/29** – Living Proof (6-9 pm) **7/5** – Matt Pisani (7-9 pm) **7/6** – Rainbow Fresh (6-9 pm) **7/13** – The Broadcasters (6-9 pm) **7/20** – Mail Order Bride (6-9 pm) **7/27** – Whole Lotta Led (6-9 pm) **8/2** – The JJ Lynch Band (7-9 pm) **8/3** – Two Broke Vets (6-9 pm) **8/10** – Stereo Circus (6-9 pm) **8/17** – Diamond Eye Jack (6-9 pm) **8/24** – Rockhorse (6-9 pm) **8/31** – MPack Band (6-9 pm) **9/6** – Kit And The Cats Dragged In (7-9 pm) **9/7** – The Bob Lanza Blues Band (6-9 pm) **9/14** – Kate and the Melonheads (6-9 pm) All Summer Stage events are weather dependent.

Beer and Yoga at Flounder Always striving to bring the highest quality to every experience here at Flounder Brewing we are excited to bring Beer+Yoga by Savannah Mignella. Read below to find out how this experience truly integrates beer and yoga in one of the most picturesque tap rooms in New Jersey. Tickets are required and the link is below. Join us every second Sunday! Beer+Yoga come together for a unique 60 minute yoga class to open up the senses in Flounder Brewing Company’s private loft! Yoga is known for increasing flexibility, calming the mind, and releasing stress; but yoga can also be used to ignite the 5 senses. Through yoga we’ll open up the five senses and discover how movement, breathe, and mindfulness can increase our flavor and scent receptors allowing us to smell and taste all of the notes of beer! Instructor Savannah Mignella will lead us flowing through this all-level friendly yoga class open to everyone 21+. The ticket includes 1 beer (fine print for regulations: the beer is within the sample amount allowed in conjunction with a tour of a Brewery). Tickets are required! All participants are asked to being their own mat but a mat

Spooky Skate for the Paws Join us for a spooky skate event to benefit the local animal shelter! Enjoy a ghouls afternoon of at our popup skatepark - prizes - live music.

Song's America Voted by - Weekend Journey Through the Past Historical musician and balladeer Linda Russell takes you on a romp through elections past as you hear the ditties that inspired Americans to vote. She sings gems like Tippecanoe and Tyler, Too; Grover's Veto and You're Alright, Teddy. When the Whig Party nominated New Jersey’s Theodore Frelinghuysen for vice president in 1844, one songster found a rhyme to Frelinghuysen! Bring your own lawn chair or blanket for this autumnal afternoon outdoors concert at Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites. The Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association sponsors 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 New Jersey Historical Commission, as part of Somerset County’s Weekend Journey Through the Past.

Oktoberfest 2024 Patriots of the Leaf a 501(c)(3) who helps support veterans, first responders and their families is hosting our 2nd Annual Oktoberfest. Your $75 ticket donation will give you 3 limited release Quesada Oktoberfest 2024 cigars in 3 different vitolas. Authentic German Food and Beer. This event is 21+. Tickets are limited to 75 so grab your ticket by clicking on the link before it is too late

Parents Night Out: Hocus Pocus at Iron Peak Can't find a babysitter? No problem!Iron Peak's Parents' Night Out program is exactly what you need for a great date night! There's no need to skip out on the hobbies, dinners and shows that you love, now kids can be happy and occupied playing their favorite games, enjoying popcorn and cheesy pizza, climbing on our rock walls and watching a movie all in one convenient location. Drop your children off between 5pm-6pm, then don't forget to pick them back up by 9pm! This month's movie showing: HOCUS POCUS! All food and activities are included in ticket price.

Dinner in Sicily Culinary Class Join for an unforgettable evening as we explore the rich flavors of Italy with our hands-on cooking class, Dinner in Sicily. Experience the heart and soul of Sicilian cuisine as we prepare iconic dishes using fresh, authentic ingredients. In this class, you’ll learn to master: Eggplant Caponata Arancini (Italian Rice Balls) Pasta alla Norma Cappuccino Cannoli Wine Pairings (21 and older) What to Expect: Hands-on Cooking: Roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of Sicilian Cuisine with hands-on guidance from our expert chefs. Prefer to sit back and learn? No problem—participation is optional. Fun and Interactive Atmosphere: Enjoy a lively and engaging cooking class filled with laughter, learning, and delicious food. Expert Tips: Learn techniques and culinary secrets from our chefs, empowering you to confidently recreate these delectable dishes in the comfort of your kitchen. Tasting Session: Relax and indulge in the fruits of your labor with a tasting that highlights the authentic flavors of Sicily. Discover the art of crafting these timeless recipes while enjoying the company of fellow food enthusiasts. Whether you’re an experienced cook or a beginner, this class offers something for everyone. Come hungry and ready to cook, taste, and immerse yourself in

NJ Audubon: The Fungi Kingdom Led by Dorothy Smullen, Teacher/Naturalist, former president of the New Jersey Mycological Association Join Teacher/naturalist Dorothy Smullen for an all-day NJ Audubon Institute For Field Naturalists workshop about all things "mushroom." Using keys, field guides, powerpoint presentations, and a trail walk we will cover the basics of identification, and learn about the importance of fungi for the ecosystem and the future. A Professoinal Development certificate will be available for this workshop. COST: $75 members, $95 nonmembers. Registration required. Ticket sale ends 10/16 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.

Back to Nature Pumpkin Patch Join for Back to Nature Pumpkin Patch! Kids petting zoo, kids craft corner, pumpkin decorating! There will be local vendors featuring pumpkin themed treats for purchase! Mums and pumpkins arrangement demos, plus, enter to win a specialty outdoor display!

Carolyn Enger, The Mischlinge Expose Carolyn Enger performs her incredible experiential piece, The Mischlinge Expose. A work of film and live music. Accompanied live on piano by Carolyn, the work reveals the many ways in which music is developed from difference and how important the acceptance of difference is to a transitioning world. Carolyn's work will be introduced by Emmy award-winning journalist, John Bathke, who will also moderate a Q&A at the end of the performance. The performance runs about 56 minutes followed by at Q&A of about 30 minutes. This is the moment to watch and listen to this insightful work of classical music and film.

Gnome Paint Party Join in the loft for a firefly paint party! Colorz & Blendz will provide all of the painting supplies, and we will provide you with a beer included in the ticket. This is a 21+ only event.

Holiday Craft Market Holiday Craft MarketSaturday, November 16, 202410:00am - 3:00pmCommunity/Senior Center505 DeMott Lane, Somerset Kick off your holiday shopping with us! Local crafters and artisans will be selling their wares at our indoor craft market! Enroll by 11/15$25.00 for a table

Haunted History Ghost Tours 2024 Get ready for a spooky adventure with the Haunted History Ghost Tours of New Jersey! Explore eerie local tales and meet the spirits of the past on this family-friendly walking tour. The Headless Horseman rides into Somerville! $25  10/12/2024 06:00 PM - 10/12/2024 09:00 PM   Division Street, Somerville, NJ 08876, USA The Legend of Sleepy Hollow takes on a whole new meaning when you actually get to be up close and personal with the Headless Horseman! Or is it the horseman of Death from the Book of Revelation? Either way you are sure to be enchanted by this classic tale. Meet Brum Bones, Katrina Van Tassel, Ichabod Crane and of course the star of the show, The Headless Horseman. Yes... He lives and he is riding into Somerville to tell his story. Mischief Night Madness!  10/25/2024 06:00 PM - 10/25/2024 08:30 PM   10 Hamilton Street, Bound Brook, NJ 08805, USA Who doesn't love a good scary story! Mischief Night Madness is jam-packed with legends from your favorite childhood memories to modern day myths that are still in question today. On this 55-minute walking experience through the heart of Bound Brook, you will have the rare

Murder Mystery Dinner at Maggiano's Join Maggiano's Little Italy Bridgewater for a night of Murder & Mystery. Enjoy the atmosphere and fabulous cuisine of Maggiano's! Enjoy the atmosphere and fabulous cuisine of Maggiano's Little Italy but remember...you could become the leading suspect! The Family Style Menu for the evening will include: Appetizer Buffet: Classic Bruschetta & Crispy Zucchini Salads: Italian Tossed Pastas: Baked Ziti & Sausage and Fettuccine Alfredo Entrees: Chicken Parmesan and Salmon, Lemon & Herb Dessert: Cheesecake and Vera's Lemon Cookies Soft Drinks, Iced and Hot Tea, and Coffee Included CASH BAR will be available for additional alcoholic beverages *Pricing includes tax and service* Please email bridgewater.banquet@maggianos.com if you have any dietary restrictions, allergies or group seating requests. CHECK IN and APPETIZER BUFFET to begin at 4:00pm. DINNER & SHOW BEGINS at 4:30pm.

Spooktacular 2024 Join us on Friday, October 25, from 4-8 pm on Division Street for our annual Halloween Spooktacular! From 4-6 pm, there will be trick-or-treating, music, and more spooky entertainment. From 6-8 pm, we will be featuring a halloween classic movie- Beetlejuice! Bring a blanket or chair and join us! *Spooky Stanley needs your help! At Spooktacular this year, find the Visit Somerset NJ table on Division Street and pick up your scavenger hunt map. Visit participating locations to help Stanley find his soul friends. Once all souls are found, participants may turn their map in for a prize!*

Glow-in-the-dark Fish Lantern Workshop Come join for a fun workshop where we'll be making glow-in-the-dark fish puppets that light up the night! Glow-in-the-dark Fish Puppets Workshop Come join for a fun and creative workshop where you will make your very own upcycled glow-in-the-dark fish puppet! This hands-on event will take place at Raritan Headwaters' headquarters, Fairview Farm Wildlife Preserve in Bedminster, NJ. Let your imagination run wild as you design and create your unique fish puppet out of repurposed materials; we hope that participants will donate their fish to be displayed at our popular Lantern Walk festival on November 3, and then collect the puppets afterwards to take home! Folks that donate their fish for viewing at Lantern Walk will recieve a discounted ticket to the event! This is part of a series of three workshops; you can attend one, or attend them all! This workshop was inspired by a series of workshops that our Director of Education Lauren Theis attended at ArtYard in Frenchtown! Check out their beautiful gallery and upcoming community workshops at artyard.org!

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

Snyder's Fall Festival Come to Snyder’s Farm and enjoy a well-organized day of family fun! From pumpkin picking and loads of fun activities to all your favorite fall comfort foods, like apple cider, cider donuts & yummy food trucks, we have something that is sure to please everyone. The Fall festival is held weekends only, hours are 11am to 6pm last entry and wagon ride to the event field is 4:30 We will not be open on Columbus Day 2024 Dates: October 5/6, 12/13, 19/20, 26/27 Discounts offered for Seniors and Military (must show Military ID) FYI: Our tractor pulled wagon is how you get to our fall festal event field, if you do not wish to take the wagon ride and want to walk, upon admission you must ask our team member to give you a driveway pass, those without passes will not be able to gain access to the driveway. Currently do not take credit cards; an ATM will be on premise should you need it. Activities included: Corn maze Hay ride to and from the festival site Pony Hops Big Slide Hay Bale Maze Haybale Activity Centers Climbing Tunnels Rubber Duck Race Hamster Wheel Bowling Wooden Train

Snyder's Fall Festival 2024 Come to Snyder’s Farm and enjoy a well-organized day of family fun! From pumpkin picking and loads of fun activities to all your favorite fall comfort foods, like apple cider, cider donuts & yummy food trucks, we have something that is sure to please everyone. The Fall festival is held weekends only, hours are 11am to 6pm last entry and wagon ride to the event field is 4:30 We will not be open on Columbus Day 2024 Dates: October 5/6, 12/13, 19/20, 26/27 Discounts offered for Seniors and Military (must show Military ID) FYI: Our tractor pulled wagon is how you get to our fall festal event field, if you do not wish to take the wagon ride and want to walk, upon admission you must ask our team member to give you a driveway pass, those without passes will not be able to gain access to the driveway. We currently do not take credit cards; an ATM will be on premise should you need it. Activities included: Corn maze Hay ride to the festival site Pony Hops Big Slide Hay Bale Maze Haybale Activity Centers Climbing Tunnels Rubber Duck Race Hamster Wheel Bowling Wooden Train