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WELCOME TO GARLICSVILLE… For one day only, Bernardsville becomes GARLICSVILLE — a full-blown takeover of food, flavor, and fall energy.- SPONSORED BY @MAIN STREET BERNARDSVILLE! Inspired by the biggest garlic festivals, this isn’t your typical street fair… It’s not a street fair… it’s a takeover. It’s not an event… it’s GARLICSVILLE. WHAT TO EXPECT: Garlic-loaded food trucks & bold, over-the-top eats Farms with fresh garlic, sauces, spices & more Craft & artisan vendors Kids Adventure Zone WHY YOU SHOW UP: Happens once a year People will be talking about it Miss it… and you’ll hear about it after Bring your crew. Come hungry. Leave legendary. Interested in being a vendor? Apply here:https://megabiteevents.com/become-a-vendor For one day… Bernardsville isn’t Bernardsville. It’s GARLICSVILLE.

Bridgewater Commons, in partnership with Renascent Media and presented by Open Road Auto Group, celebrates the South Asian Festival of Lights with a vibrant cultural program in Center Court featuring live music, traditional and Bollywood dance, fashion, and an interactive audience finale, surrounded by festive décor curated by Aisha’s Wedding Decor. Diwali, widely known as the Festival of Lights, is celebrated across India and by communities around the world, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Guests are encouraged to join the celebration in traditional and festive attire. The live performance program features: Ganesh Kauthuvam – An opening Bharatanatyam performance by Nritya Mayura Institute of Bharatanatyam, invoking Lord Ganesha’s blessings to begin the celebration. Bollywood Singing & Flute with Live Instruments – Madhukar Kshirsagar Group presents a live musical performance blending Bollywood vocals, flute, and instruments. From Old to New Bollywood – Bina Menon and Kalashri School of Dance take audiences on a journey through Bollywood across generations, blending classical influences with popular movie music and dance. Kids’ Bollywood Dance – A colorful, high-energy performance by the young dancers of Jyotsna Bollywood Dance Academy, choreographed by Mitali Roy. Sitar & Tabla – A

As years of colonial grievances with Great Britain spawned growing calls for rebellion, the population of New Jersey was deeply divided. Christoffel Vought and his son, John, both staunch Loyalists, would soon find themselves on a collision course with their neighbor Thomas Jones, a prominent Patriot leader. David Overaker, Board President of the non-profit 1759 Vought House, will tell the fascinating story of the Vought family from their arrival in the colonies in 1710 through their Loyalist activities during the American Revolution and their fate after the war.

Agatha Christie delivers a gripping mystery filled with twists, revelations, and razor?sharp suspense. When Carla Crale discovers a letter suggesting her mother was wrongly convicted of murder, she sets out to uncover the truth. With the help of a determined young solicitor, she gathers the original witnesses to reconstruct the events of that fateful day. As memories clash and motives surface, the past becomes a puzzle only the audience can piece together. Go Back for Murder is classic Christie — clever, surprising, and irresistibly engaging.

Join artist Wes Sherman for Plein Air workshop where all mediums are welcomed—watercolor, oils, acrylic, pastels. Refine your craft, connect with fellow art enthusiasts, and create unforgettable works surrounded by Buck Garden’s blooming landscape. Plan to be at the garden for about three hours. Pre-registration required. Fee: $40

October 23, 24 & 25.  Tickets prices $51-$61 (inclusive of all fees). American Theater Group proudly presents a unique theatrical experience written and performed by Jason Odell Williams and directed by Charlotte Cohn. ATTENZIONE! Michelangelo’s David is in danger of collapsing! And it may not survive the night. Is it the 500-year-old crack in the statue’s ankle that will bring it down? The frequent earthquakes around Florence? Or the charming but troubled tour guide with a gift for gab and nothing to lose? Destroying David is a funny, heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting solo show about the beauty, resilience, and power of art to help us through our darkest hours. Interested in experiencing the performance up close? Premium floor seating is available. Be in the room… where it may or may not happen! “Destroying David is a triumph. Mesmerizing from start to finish. Brilliant and beautifully layered. This is a work of art about a work of art.”  – Broadway World, Dallas “Destroying David is a marvel! A true feat of imagination. A story of timeless art and everyday grief. A meditation on mortality, both human and artistic.”  – On Stage, Texas “Breathtaking! [Destroying David] shows us that in our darkest, most hopeless moments, art—theatre, sculpture, and the shared breath of

Stop by on Sunday, October 25th and participate in our “Barn Trick-or-Treat Event”. Included is a self guided, trick-or-treat style barn tour, horses in costume, decorated stalls, horse costume contests, hay maze, and more. Stop by to vote for your favorite costume! Voting will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 pm.. Awards will be announced on October 26th on social media.

Led by Dorothy Smullen, Teacher/Naturalist, former president of the New Jersey Mycological Association Have fun with those toilet paper and paper towel rolls, egg cartons, plastic water and juice containers, and old calendars. Join teacher/naturalist Dorothy Smullen for New Jersey Audubon’s sustainability theme this month. Create one or two upcycled items and view the display of possibilities. There is a limit of 10 tickets so register early! Registration required by 10/23 at 3:00 PM. COST: $10 per family 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.

Sonic Reign at Riverside Inn Catch the return of Sonic Reign at Riverside Inn!

Brace yourself for a FRINGE TOUR of SOMERVILLE, NJ every weekend through OCTOBER 2026. We’re stepping outside the city limits of our usual stomping grounds in New Brunswick, NJ to share our NEW Somerville, NJ HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR. Here we walk you through the nooks and crannies of local history and mystery. You haven’t heard our stories before! We have collected the best hidden tales and we are prepared to spill our secrets. Reservations are required. Book online or call ahead to guarantee a tour. Somerville tours meet on the corner just outside the historically haunted SOMERSET HOTEL (65 E Main St, Somerville, NJ) Please arrive 15 minutes early to check in with your tour guide.