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May 4; Washington
AREA 57. The event is all about tech and aviation, including drone demonstrations by Warren Community College's nationally acclaimed Drone/Robotics/AI program and Combat Robots, organized by the newly formed Garden State Combat Robotics League. Of course, there will be a few hot air balloons. with presentations on How a Balloon Works, suspected alien Fred G Monster special shape hot air balloon and tethered rides, as weather allows! Warren County Community College, 475 NJ-57.
PLANT SALE. Perennials, annuals, vegetables, herbs, trees, shrubs, vines, ground covers, hanging baskets and potted plants. Knowledgeable Master Gardeners will be on hand to offer advice, and the plants are lush and healthy. Come early for the best selection. 9:30am - 4pm. Free.. 20 Morris Rd.. More...
ROCK N ROLL STEAMPUNK FAIR. Come enjoy a full day of live music, artisan vendors, street performers, costumes and general steampunk shenanigans. Music lineup: Crash Gordon & Debra Dynamite, Frenchy and the Punk, Victor and the Bully. Plus dangerous feats of skill and tricks to amaze by Professional Monstrosity. Come dressed for the occasion or come as you are; you won't want to miss this unique festival! 10am - 5pm. Washington Ave.
SHIPPEN MANOR'S 270TH. Celebrate history at Shippen Manor's (c.1754-2024) birthday with self-guided tours of the museum main floor along with reenactors and interpreters including Jersey Frontier Guard (French & Indian War), 2nd NJ Helm's Co. (Revolutionary War) and the 27th NJ Baileys Boys (Civil War). Visiting participating organizations include RevNJ/Crossroads, 10 Crucial Days, New Jersey Sons of the American Revolution, Warren Co. Morris Canal Committee, Hunterdon & Sussex Co. Historical Societies, Colonial United Methodist Church of Oxford…and more! Shippen Manor is an 18th c. iron master's residence affiliated with the historic Oxford Furnace. 11am - 4pm. Free. 8 Belvidere Ave.. More...
LILAC GARDEN SPLENDOR. The Lilac Garden is a large collection of these sweet-scented and prolific spring beauties, in the peak of bloom this time of year. Members of NJBG's Lilac team will be in this part of the Garden to answer any questions you might have. 12 - 4pm. $5; children under 12 free.. 20 Morris Rd.. More...
ALL-IN TO END HOMELESSNESS CASINO NIGHT. Join us for a night of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner and fabulous prizes. Play at professional tables while enjoying music by DJ Ray Sikora! 5 - 10pm. Sussex County Fairgrounds Conservatory, 37 Plains Road.
OLD MINE ROAD EXCURSION. Explore the road from Route 80 to Millbrook Villageand explore the surrounds for migrants and residents. Possible sightings could include Hooded Warbler, Worm-eating Warblers, and others. 6:30am - 2:30pm. Free, registration required. Echo Hill, 42 Lilac Drive. More...
Hunterdon County Parks; 908/782-1158
May 18; Hackettstown
STEVIEMAC. The annual Hackettstown Rotary Club Fundraiser presents a Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks experience Lackland Center, 715 Grand Ave..
HISTORIC DISTRICT HOUSE TOUR. Explore select interiors of some of Morristown's most beautiful private homes on and around Macculloch Avenue. Pick up your tour guidebook, then walk through our galleries and historic gardens or out to any of the other beautiful homes on the tour. 11am - 5pm. $60. 45 Macculloch Avenue. More...
SPRING WILDFLOWER WALK. Join Darlene Nowak in checking out the many delightful spring bloomers in the woodlands of the Wildflower Garden! Wear sturdy shoes, meet at the Carriage House. Rain cancels. 1pm. $5; children under 12 free.. 20 Morris Rd.. More...
HOT AIR BALLOONS, ARTS AND CRAFT FESTIVAL. A colorful and spectacular festival with an array of crafters and vendors, food trucks, a car and truck show, live music and family entertainment. A daily mass balloon launch, tethered hot-air balloon rides and drone demonstrations will fill the air. 2 - 9pm. Warren County Community College, 475 NJ-57.
NA'BODACH, CELTIC MUSIC FOR THE MODERN MASSES. Spend the late afternoon on the lawn of the farmhouse listening to great music. Enjoy selections from our delicious farm to fork picnic menu with culinary delights made from our own farm products! Family friendly, BYOB. No dogs please. 3 - 6:30pm. $15 per person, resv essential. ?369 Stamets Road.
SUSTAINABLY GREEN MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL. A live music, original art, and crafts, celebration in conjunction with GreenFest and the Washington Borough Farmers Market kick off, Explore upcycled and recycled goods vendors, gardening and outdoor groups, environmental preservation exhibitors and related non-profit organizations and vendors. 10am - 5pm. Downtown borough.
SUPERNOVA. Festival Jazz: classic and modern jazz with a jam vibe, from Chick Corea, Pat Methany, and John Scofield to classic 60s funky jazz like Eddie Henderson and Wes Montgomery. 3 - 6:30pm. $15 per person, resv essential. ?369 Stamets Road.
POHATCONG GARDEN TOUR. Join the Pohatcong History & Heritage Society for this summer's Garden Tour showcasing fantastic gardens and historic Pohatcong Township.
GITAN MAGIQUE. Steeped in the 1930s French jazz of Django Rienhart and Stephan Grapelli, but with contemporary attitude, Gitan Magique performs unique arrangements of well known jazz and classical repertoire as well as engaging original works. Enjoy the farm's delicious foods which are available for purchase. Seating will be on the farmhouse lawn, with reservations limited in order to observe social distance guidelines. Family friendly, BYOB. No dogs please. 3 - 6:30pm. $15 per person, resv essential. ?369 Stamets Road.
WARREN COUNTY FARMERS' FAIR AND BALLOON FESTIVAL. Where else can you thrill to a hot air balloon ride, eat cotton candy on a carnival midway, watch traditional craftsmen at work, get down-and-dirty in a Mud Bog competition, and cheer your neighbor on in a tractor pull... all in the same place? The Farmers' Fair, and Hot Air Balloon Festival is truly a family affair. Come out and play! $9/ $5 ages 5-12. Farmer's Fairgrounds, Rt. 519 near Stryker's Rd..
NEW JERSEY STATE FAIR / SUSSEX COUNTY FARM AND HORSE SHOW. New Jersey's Largest Agricultural Fair, features agricultural events and education, animals, exhibits, horse shows, carnival, petting zoo, vendors, craft tent, flower and vegetable shows, art, 4-H, chainsaw artist and auction, fair food, entertainment. Sussex County Fairgrounds, Rt. 206 & Plains Rd.. More...
New Jersey State Fair; 973/948-5500
August 18; Milford
MARIBYRD. Spend the late afternoon on the lawn of the farmhouse, listening to great music and enjoying great food. Enjoy selections from our delicious farm to fork picnic menu with culinary delights made from our own farm products! Family friendly, BYOB. No dogs please. 3 - 6:30pm. ?369 Stamets Road.
CANAL DAY MUSIC & CRAFT FESTIVAL. The old time country fair celebrates the Morris Canal and its contributions to the development of the communities along its banks. with historical demonstrations, arts and crafts vendors, narrated boat tour, kayak rides, live music and more! 10am - 5pm. Free. Hugh Force Park, 170 West Central Ave.
FESTIVAL IN THE BOROUGH. Warren County's largest music and street festival features three music stages, artisans, crafters, exhibitors, food, family fun area, farmers market and more throughout the downtown business district. 10am - 10pm. Free.
HOT AIR BALLOONS, FUN AND GAMES FESTIVAL. Car and motorcycle shows, drone racing, quoits, archery, carnival games, balloon flights. 2 - 9pm. $10 adult, / $8 advance. Warren County Community College, 475 NJ-57.
POHATCONG'S HISTORIC HOUSE TOUR. Explore an eclectic mix of stone and clapboard structures dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. 10am - 5pm. $25 / $65 winery train. Alba Vineyard, 269 Route 627.
DAY OF THE DEAD--DIA DE LOS MUERTOS CELEBRATION. Celebrate with a traditional Mariachi Band, sugar skull face painting, fire pit, vendors. 5 - 9pm. Free. Pocket Park, 44 E Washington Ave..