Weekend Top 10

As part of the Garden State Art Weekend’s second annual state-wide celebration of New Jersey’s diverse and vibrant arts scene, Bridgewater Commons will host the work of 21 artists from the South Asian Artists Association of America (S4A). ‘Vasant’ means springtime in Sanskrit (the ancient classical language of India) and symbolizes happiness, new beginnings, hope, and prosperity. Come celebrate the arrival of the season through a mosaic of authentic and inspiring art at the Community Hub. The space will be transformed into a lively, vibrant, open, and elegant gallery and cultural venue for three days. S4A is a collective of artists with roots in South Asia now living in the U.S., who work in a wide variety of media including photography, painting, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, and more. They draw inspiration from their South Asian heritage and modern cross-cultural life experiences, exhibiting together to promote and share their work with the public at large. Free and open to all, guests will meet the artists and learn about their approaches, experiences, and inspirations. Families can also partake in art activities and workshops. Check back here for a schedule of activities. Artwork by the artists will also be for sale. Friday, April 25

Colonial Crossroads in the Old Dutch Garden: African and European Music Meet Carla Lynne Hall and Jim Keyes present music of early America at the intersection of Africa and Europe featuring Pinkster, the Dutch and African Dutch celebration of spring. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets for this outdoors springtime concert in the Old Dutch Garden. Imagine the restoration of the Old Dutch Garden as part of Revitalization of Wallace House & Old Dutch Parsonage State Historic Sites “Down the Brook” with the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association and Somerville Environmental Commission. This program is part of a series made possible by the Wallace House and Old Dutch Parsonage Association, Proud Partners of Revolution NJ, with the sponsorship of New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this series do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or the New Jersey Council for the Humanities. Answer the Call for Action of Two Lights for Tomorrow and consider bringing a donation of supplies needed for the Food Bank Network of Somerset County: https://www.somersetfoodbank.org/about/give-supplies/ ?? Two Lights for Tomorrow is

Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 Ted Blum 4-H Center 310 Milltown Road, Bridgewater Township, NJ, 08807 United States Join us for the Somerset County 4-H Spring Carnival! 4-H Clubs will run activities, games, and crafts. Prizes available! Sensory Friedly Hour Pre-Registration Required (SENSORY HOUR IS NOW FULLY BOOKED) 11 AM – 3 PM General Admission FREE Admission Donations are Always Appreciated. Food available for purchase. This event benefits the Somerset County 4-H Association.

? Get Ready for the Ultimate Latin Food Fest! ? Its the battle of the Empanada Festival Champions! All of our past winners ( and a few new vendors) will be there to battle for the belt! The real winner is you….you will not find a better selection of Emanadas in NJ! ? New This Year: ? Affordable for Families!- ALL CHILDREN 10 AND UNDER ARE FREE!!!! Advanced FASTPASS Tickets: Only $4.85! Kids 10 and under: FREE! Tickets at the Door: $7 Discounts: Veterans (with ID) & Seniors (70+) at the door. ? Date & Time: April 26th 12 PM – 7 PM ? Location: Rustic Mall,Main Street Manville ? Event Highlights: ? Empanada Trucks & More: Explore a variety of cuisines!- there will be Mexican, American and a few other food choices as well… ? Live Music: Grand Theft Audio NJ ?? Beer & Wine: Sip and enjoy! ? Kids’ ATV Course & Bounce House: Perfect for the little ones. ? Face Painting, Henna Tattoos, & Sand Art: Fun for all ages! ?? Craft Vendors: Shop unique finds from local artisans. ? Live Entertainment: to be announced soon! ? Supporting a Great Cause: A portion of the proceeds benefits

Hey NJ! We’re back! Join Spodie Odie as they return to Willie McBrides with the best 90’s Rock Covers you ever heard. This is a great venue that’s a perfect place to enjoy some great food, great friends and rock the night away with the boys in Spodie Odie!

The price include all materials fee and tutoring fee. Project pricing starts at $79 or $99 depending on the location. For more information, please check the images above or check our calendar after selecting date and session. Accompany person is an additional fee for someone, like a friend or family member, who wants to join and work on the same artwork/project with another attendee. Because of the limited seats, and resources, we charge extra for accommodating person while they will enjoy the refreshments and atmosphere The “Glass Globe Only” option allows you to make a glass globe only without purchasing the lamp parts like metal frame and light bulb. It is recommended for customers who already made at least one lamp before. Glass globes are standard 5.5″ globes fitting to any type of lamp.

11 am to 2 pm | Saturday, April 26 | Division Street Whether you’re interested in learning about beekeeping, solar energy, or browsing sustainable goods, this family-friendly event has something for everyone. You’ll connect with various local organizations that put sustainability and our environment first. Meet the passionate folks from the NJ Beekeepers Association, Revive Consign, Native Plant Society, and so many more. Explore their booths, engage in kid-friendly activities, and discover how you can make a positive impact on the planet, right here in our community! Mark your calendars now! Join us in celebrating sustainability this Earth Day and empower our community to embrace sustainable living practices!

Established in 1989, the Tour de Franklin is the largest fundraising event of the year for the Franklin Food Bank and a staple in the community. Participants choose from several rides and walks through Franklin Township – traveling as little as 1 mile and as far as 62! The 2024 Tour de Franklin was the largest fundraising event yet, exceeding goals before the start time on Tour Day! With the help of sunshine and fun, we hope to set another record this year for our 36th!

The Sound of an Era Frontiers is the world’s number one tribute to Journey. These five talented, skilled, renowned NYC area musicians recreate the music of Journey to perfection, note for note – every nuance, every iconic riff, all the feels. Frontiers covers all the greatest hits of Journey, taking you back to the late 70’s during Journey’s magical inception with Gregg Rolie and Neal Schon, and to the 80’s with Steve Perry and Jonathan Cain, when Journey’s timeless, chart topping hits such as Open Arms, Separate Ways, Send Her My Love, Faithfully, Stone in Love, Don’t Stop Believing, Who’s Crying Now, Anyway You Want It, and many others ruled the airwaves. When both Steve Perry and Neal Schon proclaim to the world via Twitter that Frontiers is their favorite Journey tribute band, you know you’re in for an authentic, unmatched, amazing experience. Come with us on this Journey

Join us at The Carriage Farm, between Flounder Brewing Co and Bellemara Distillery from 2 pm to 8 pm. We’ll be serving up custom charcuterie boards and slider sandwiches