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    This Week in the New Jersey Skylands.

    Fourth of July! The holiday signifies summer, fun, picnics, family -- but most of all Independence, something we strive to maintain in our own lives as we celebrate freedom in America. And it looks like the weather is going to allow us 24 rain-free hours to observe our special day in the best ways we know how.

  • 07/01/2009 11:31 AM
  • Kutztown Pennsylvania German Festival

  • The KUTZTOWN PENNSYLVANIA GERMAN FESTIVAL runs through Sunday July 5. One of America's most celebrated festivals, the Kutztown Festival is the oldest continuing folklife event in the nation, featuring folk art and crafts by 200 craftsmen, the largest exhibition and sale of authentic Pennsylvania Dutch quilts in the country, folklore and folklife programs, six stages of continuous entertainment, music, a wide array of children’s activities, and the best Pennsylvania Dutch food found anywhere.
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  • Fireworks at Shawnee Mountain

  • Outdoor DJ, Uncle Sam Stilt Walker, an All American Magic Show, various food & craft vendors, and a delicious Hickory Licks barbecue before the main event at 9pm. $10 per car load. I 80, PA Exit 309, 570/421-7231
  • 07/01/2009 11:35 AM
  • Morristown National Historical Park

  • A traditional reading of the Declaration of Independence begins with a warm-up at noon. At 1 pm the "Public Reading" will commence. Attendees will be given a copy of the famous document, and encouraged to cheer along with park rangers and re-enactors as they denounce tyranny and praise liberty
  • 07/01/2009 11:32 AM
  • Both Sides Now

  • Follow the narrow, twisting back roads along both shores of the Delaware River -- from Phillipsburg south to Milford in New Jersey, and Upper Black Eddy back north to Easton in Pennsylvania -- through countryside rich in local history and lore, old hamlets of which little trace remains, past quaint homes and natural wonders along the way. Read more...
  • 06/22/2009 08:31 AM
  • Hot Rod Arts

  • Refurbishing a classic car the right way requires an artist's touch. Read about some of the real craftsmen in the local hot rod business and make note of some of the local Cruise Nights this summer!
  • 06/22/2009 03:56 AM
  • Float the Delaware!

  • By canoe, kayak, raft or tube, river trips on the Delaware are about perfect this time of year. The water is high, the flow is brisk, and the summer crowds have not yet arrived.
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  • Click and Pick

  • For a quick guide to many of the region's parks and outdoor resources take a peek at our outdoor destinations map. Click here and there and plan your day!
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July

Through July 5; Kutztown

KUTZTOWN PENNSYLVANIA GERMAN FESTIVAL. America s oldest continuing folklife festival, now in its 60th year, offers genuine Pennsylvania German and Early American folk art and crafts by over 200 craftsmen, the largest exhibit and sale of authentic Pennsylvania Dutch quilts in the nation, folklife and folklore programs, historical reenactments, six stages of continuous entertainment, strolling musicians, a wide array of children s activities, all-you-can-eat Pennsylvania Dutch dinners, and much more. 9am - 6pm. $12/ $11 seniors/ 12 and under free. All week pass,$20. Rt. I-78w. to Exit 49A, 100s. to 222s. to Kutztown. .

Kutztown Pennsylvania German Festival; 888-674-6136

Wednesday, 1; Andover

HELPING THE ENVIRONMENT WITH YOUR FORK. How eating a plant-based diet benefits the planet. 7 - 8:30pm. Free. Grist Mill Cafe 4 Lenape Road.

Northwest New Jersey Sierra Club; 973/786-6400

Wednesday, 1; Convent Station

MASTERWORK CHORUS SUMMER SING. Verdi's Requiem 7:30pm - 9:30pm. $12; $6 for students/listeners. Xavier Center, College of St. Elizabeth.

The Masterwork Chorus; 973/455-7008

Thursday, 2; Readington Township

HUNTERDON HARMONIZERS. Barbershop quartet. 7 - 9pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.

Hunterdon Parks Music Under the Stars; 908/782-1158

Thursday, 2-6; Flemington

JULY 4TH SUMMER SALE. Stores will have specially marked merchandise and clearance items. Find additional savings off everyday low outlet prices. For sale event markdowns visit our website at www.premiumoutlets.com/libertyvillage. 10am - 9pm. $0. 1 Church Street .

Liberty Village Premium Outlets; 908/782-8550

Friday, 3; Somerville

PICNIC ON THE GREEN. Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Somerset County Historic Courthouse. Bring your own picnic lunch, lawn chairs or blanket. Enjoy music, kids games and entertainment. 12 - 4pm. Free.

Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission; 908/231-7110

Friday, 3-5; Phillipsburg

DAYOUT WITH THOMAS. Take a 25 minute ride with a full size Thomas the Tank engine. Meet Sir Thopham Hatt, Enjoy storytelling, live music and more for a day of family fun. $18 2yrs and up. Market Street.

Phillipsburg Urban Enterprise Zone; 908/454-5500 x338

Friday, 3-6; Lafayette

SIDEWALK SALE DAYS. 75 State Route 15.

Olde Lafayette Village; 973/383-8323

Saturday, 4; Blairstown

SPIRIT OF AMERICANA CELEBRATION. North Warren's Fourth of July celebration features artists, agriculture products, business expo, food, music, contests and parade. Footbridge Park.

Blairstown Business Assn;

Saturday, 4; Bridgewater

FOURTH OF JULY AT MIDDLEBROOK. Held at the Middlebrook Encampment, site of two encampments of major portions of Washington s Continental Army, 1777 & Winter of 1778. Changing of the 13-star flag and historical address. 10am. Mountain Ave. & Middlebrook Rd.

; 732/356-2692

Saturday, 4; Bridgewater

FOURTH OF JULY FAMILY FESTIVAL. Shorty Long & The Jersey Horns kick off Independence Day, followed by Fortune. Other highlights include children s entertainment and activities, historical reenactments, and fireworks at 9:30pm. 5 - 11pm. North Branch Park.

Somerset Concert Series in the Park; 908/722-1200

Saturday, 4; Morristown

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION. Reading of the Declaration of Independence begins with a warm-up at noon. Re-enactors denounce tyranny and praise liberty. Free. 30 Washington Pl.

Morristown National Historical Park; 973/539-2016

Saturday, 4; Shawnee-On-Delaware

SHAWNEE 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS. Outdoor DJ, Uncle Sam Stilt Walker, Mark Clark s All American Magic Show and various food & craft vendors, and a delicious Hickory Licks barbecue precede fireworks at 9pm. Rain date 7/5. 7 - 10pm. $10 per car load. I 80, Exit 309.

Shawnee Mountain; 570/421-7231

Saturday, 4-5; Montague

INDEPENDENCE DAY BBQ. Complimentary hamburgers & hotdogs with serving discounted wines by the glass and featuring live music TBA.˙ 12 - 4pm. $5 per person. 141 Clove Road.

Westfall Winery; 973/293-3428

Sunday, 5; Oxford

CELTIC CROSSROAD. 6 - 8pm. 8 Belvidere Ave..

Shippen Manor Concerts; 908/453-4381

Sunday, 5; Rockaway Township

CRAIGMEUR'S FAMILY DAY AT THE FAIR. For one day only, Craigmeur Recreation Complex is open to the general public and offers food, rides, and games! Rain date is July 6. 11am - 5pm. $5 per person or $10 per carload. Craigmeur Recreation Complex, 1175 Green Pond Road.

Morris County Park Police; 973/334-3130

Tuesday, 7; Morris Township

SCOTTIE DOG TOPIARY CLASS. Focus on Scotland event series. 10am - noon. $8. The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Avenue.

Morris County Park Commission; 973/326-7603

Wednesday, 8; Convent Station

MASTERWORK CHORUS SUMMER SING. Brahms' German Requiem 7:30pm - 9:30pm. $12; $6 for students/listeners. Xavier Center, College of St. Elizabeth.

The Masterwork Chorus; 973/455-7008

Thursday, 9; Clinton

BLACK POTATOE MUSIC FEST. Red Mill, 56 Main St..

Red Mill Museum Village; 908/735-4101

Thursday, 9; Readington Township

SOMERS DREAM ORCHESTRA. Eighteen piece swing orchestra. 7 - 9pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.

Hunterdon Parks Music Under the Stars; 908/782-1158

Friday, 10; Ringwood

LINDA IPANEMA & THE DIXIE CATS. Ragtime, show tunes. 7pm. $3. 20 Morris Rd..

Skylands Botanical Gardens; 973/962-9534

Friday, 10-12; Phillipsburg

DAYOUT WITH THOMAS. Take a 25 minute train ride with a full size Thomas the Tank engine on the banks of the Delaware River. Meet Sir Topham Hatt, enjoy storytelling, live music and more for a day of family fun. $18 2yrs and up. Market Street.

Phillipsburg Urban Enterprise Zone; 908/454-5500 x338

Saturday, 11; Flemington

CLASSIC CAR SHOW. Prizes, trophies, DJ, 3 live music areas 5 - 8:30pm. Free. 75 Main Street.

Flemington Raritan Business Association; 908/806-6041

Saturday, 11; Frenchtown

BASTILLE DAY CELEBRATION. Strolling mimes, balloon artists, carriage rides, puppet show and gallery receptions in honor of the town s French speaking founder. Free. Bridge Street.

Frenchtown Business Assn.; 1-800-989-3388

Saturday, 11; Hackettstown

CARRIE JACKSON SEXTET. Vocalist with all-star band 8pm. $27.50 door/ $22.50 advance. Centenary College, 400 Jefferson St..

Jazz in July; 908/637-6455

Saturday, 11; Port Murray

LOVELY LAVENDER PROJECTS. Create two beautiful scented projects from this delightful flowering herb. 1:30 - 4pm. Resv. req., $32. 205 Mt. Bethel Rd.

Well-Sweep Herb Farm; 908/852-5390

Saturday, 11; Stanhope

WATERLOO CANAL HERITAGE DAYS. Guided tours of the village and Morris Canal, special presentations, exhibits and craft demonstrations. Waterloo Village.

Canal Society of New Jersey; 908/722-9556

Saturday, 11-12; Augusta

SUSSEX POWWOW NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE CELEBRATION. The Red Hawk Indian Arts Council presents the largest Native American Festival in New Jersey, an annual gathering of over 1000 Native Americans from across the continent to share their history, art, music, dance, and traditions. Traditional cuisine includes buffalo burgers, wild rice, venison stew, corn soup and fry bread. Crafters from the Sioux, Navajo, Winebago, Cherokee and Mohawk nations exhibit carvings, pottery, beadwork, jewelry and leather work . There are also exhibits, a mechanical bull-riding contest, a petting zoo and pony rides. 11am - 8pm. $12/ $6 children and seniors. Sussex County Fairgrounds, Rt 206 & Plains Rd..

Red Hawk Indian Arts Council; 718/686-9297

Saturday, 11-12; Montague

WALK IN THE VINEYARD. Celebrate the beauty of our vineyards and the quality of our wine. Optional summer BBQ ($5) in the tent with music and discounted wine by the glass 12 - 5pm. 141 Clove Road.

Westfall Winery; 973/293-3428

Sunday, 12; Bridgewater

BLUES FEST AT DUKE ISLAND PARK . Rory Block, Lil Ed and the Blues Imperials 5:30 - 8:30pm. Free. Duke Island Park, Old York Road.

Somerset Concert Series in the Park; 908/722-1200

Sunday, 12; Oxford

STRAIGHT DRIVE. Bluegrass 6 - 8pm. 8 Belvidere Ave..

Shippen Manor Concerts; 908/453-4381

Sunday, 12-13; Morristown

TWIN BROOKS KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW . Over 1,000 dogs in attendance. 8:30am - 5:00pm. $6/$4 seniors/ $1 under 12. William G. Mennen Sports Arena 161 East Hanover Ave.

Twin Brooks Kennel Club; 973/326-7651

Wednesday, 15; Far Hills

GROUND COVERS AND VINES. Learn the best groundcovers for your garden, and examine the different varieties of these unique plants. 9:30 - 11:30am. $15. 11 Layton Rd.

Leonard J. Buck Garden; 908/234-2677

Wednesday, 15; Morris Township

HEATHER: FROM THE MOORS TO MORRISTOWN. Learn how to grow and use heather. Focus on Scotland event series. 1 - 3pm. $8. The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Avenue.

Morris County Park Commission; 973/326-7603

Wednesday, 15; Summit

MASTERWORK CHORUS SUMMER SING. Rutter's Requiem and Vaughan Williams' Dona Nobis Pacem with Conductor James S. Little 7:30pm - 9:30pm. $12; $6 for students/listeners. Calvary Episcopal Church, 31 Woodland Avenue at DeForest Avenue.

The Masterwork Chorus; 973/455-7008

Thursday, 16; Readington Township

LIVINGSTON TAYLOR. 7 - 9pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.

Hunterdon Parks Music Under the Stars; 908/782-1158

Saturday, 18-19; Alpha

SPRINGTOWN FLEA MARKET. Opening weekend. Antiques, collectibles, postcards, farm and baked goods. Saturdays, 8am - 4:30pm, Sundays, 8am-4pm. 1557 Rout 519, next to Almar Furniture.

Springtown Flea Market; 908/859-0343

Saturday, 18; Clinton

BIG BAND SALUTE TO WWII VETERANS. Gates open 5:30 for picnics, music at 7:30 $10/ $8 seniors/ $7 ages 6-12. Red Mill, 56 Main St..

Red Mill Museum Village; 908/735-4101

Saturday, 18; Edison

ART IN THE GARDEN TOUR. Five residential gardens, in Edison and Metuchen, will be open to the public for the fourth annual Art in the Garden Tour. Includes live music,poetry and visual art. 10am - 5pm. 47 Burchard Street N.

Edison Arts Society; 908/753-2787

Saturday, 18; Franklin Township

10TH ANNUAL GARDEN PARTY. Lectures, workshops, plants, music and refreshments. 9 - 11am. $1 suggested donation. Mettlers Road.

Colonial Park; 732/873-2459

Saturday, 18; Franklin Twp

GARDEN PARTY. Lectures, workshops, and Horticulture staff to answer questions. Plants, horticulture related items, and refreshments will also be available. Musical entertainment will round out a beautiful summer's day in the park. 1 - 5pm. $1. Colonial Park Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden.

Somerset County Park Commission; 732/873-2459

Saturday, 18; Hackettstown

CHICO MENDOZA JAZZTET. 8pm. $27.50 door/ $22.50 advance. Centenary College, 400 Jefferson St..

Jazz in July; 908/637-6455

Saturday, 18; Hillsborough

TREE IDENTIFICATION WORKSHOP. Learn how to ID trees, their leaf characteristics and their role in the ecosystem. Advance registration required. 10am - 12:30pm. $15. 80 Route 206.

Duke Farms; 908/722-3700

Saturday, 18; Jefferson Township

REFLECTIONS: IRELAND IN SONG & STORY. Tim Smith with The Peter Smith Irish Dancers 7:30pm - 10:00pm. $10 Seniors/Children $20 Adult.Under age 7 FREE. Camp Jefferson Amphitheatre,81 Weldon Road,Lake Hopatcong,NJ 07849.

Jefferson Highlights Community Televiison; 973/663-5590

Saturday, 18; Sussex

THE LOST RAMBLERS. Bluegrass and much more. 74 Main Street.

Tri State Actors Theater; 973/875-2950

Saturday, 18-19; Shawnee-On-Delaware

POCONOS' WURST FESTIVAL & 5K RUN. Featuring the eighteen-time Grammy Award winning Jimmy Sturr and his Orchestra on Saturday and the 14 piece Shippensburg German Band on Sunday, this is Oktoberfest in July!German OOM PA PA Bands, Polish Polka Bands, German & Polish crafts and dancers plus all of the wursts, wieners, kielbasa, pierogies, ethnic vendors and crafted brews all weekend long. A 5K Trail Run will be held on Sunday. 12 - 7pm. $15/ $12 advance; 2 day: $24/20. I 80, Exit 309.

Shawnee Mountain; 570/421-7231

Sunday, 19; Basking Ridge

INTRODUCTORY HORSEBACK RIDE. Riders will receive a mini group lesson about English style riding, followed by a one hour trail ride. 10am - 12pm. 256 South Maple Avenue.

Lord Stirling Stable; 908/766-5955

Sunday, 19; Bridgewater

THE DUPREES. 7 - 8:30pm. Free. Duke Island Park, Old York Road.

Somerset Concert Series in the Park; 908/722-1200

Sunday, 19; Morris Township

THRIFTY GARDEN ART SWAP˙. Trade your unwanted garden art. Focus on Scotland event series. 10am - 3pm. $3. The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Avenue.

Morris County Park Commission; 973/326-7603

Sunday, 19; Morris Township

FOCUS ON SCOTLAND SPEAKER DAY. Gardens of Scotland and Take the High Road to Scotland 2 - 4:30pm. $8. The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Avenue.

Morris County Park Commission; 973/326-7603

Sunday, 19; Oxford

BOULDER ACOUSTIC SOCIETY. 6 - 8pm. 8 Belvidere Ave..

Shippen Manor Concerts; 908/453-4381

Sunday, 19; Ringwood

CROOKED STILL. Band balances traditional bluegrass with originals. 2 - 4pm. $15. 30 Cannici Drive.

New Legacy Concert Series at the Ringwood Public Library; 973/962-6256

Monday, 20; Morristown

MIDIRI BROTHERS. 8pm. $18. 6 Normandy Heights Rd..

Morris Museum Bickford Theater; 973/971-3706

Wednesday, 22; Convent Station

MASTERWORK CHORUS SUMMER SING. Haydn's Lord Nelson Mass and Mozart's Solemn Vespers with Conductor Anne Matlack 7:30pm - 9:30pm. $12; $6 for students/listeners. Xavier Center, College of St. Elizabeth.

The Masterwork Chorus; 973/455-7008

Thursday, 23; Readington Township

PARROTBEACH. Refried Buffett and island tunes. 7 - 9pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.

Hunterdon Parks Music Under the Stars; 908/782-1158

Friday, 24; Ringwood

3M BAND. 7pm. $3. 20 Morris Rd..

Skylands Botanical Gardens; 973/962-9534

Friday, 24-26; Phillipsburg

OLE TOWN FESTIVAL. Music, dancing, crafts, food. Shappell Park, South Main Street.

Phillipsburg Urban Enterprise Zone; 908/454-5500 x338

Friday, 24-26; Readington

NEW JERSEY FESTIVAL OF BALLOONING. More than 125 sport and special-shaped balloons, live musical entertainment, arts & crafts, fireworks, balloon glow, and other non-stop entertainment. Solberg Airport.

New Jersey Festival Of Ballooning; 800-HOTAIR9

Friday, 24-27; Chester

MORRIS COUNTY 4-H FAIR. 4-H Exhibits, entertainment, Pony Rides, equine demos, Talent Show, Children's Pet Show, kiddie rides, hay rides, 4-H dog show, Small Animal Show, Seeing Eye Dog Demo, Petting Barn, Karate Demo, Chicken barbecue. 9. Chubb Park, Route 24.

Morris County 4-H; 973/285-8301

Friday, 24-2; Convent Station

THE TEMPEST. By William Shakespeare. College of Saint Elizabeth.

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey; 973/408-3807

Saturday, 25; Flemington

CLASSIC CAR SHOW. Prizes, trophies, DJ, 3 live music areas 5 - 8:30pm. Free. 75 Main Street.

Flemington Raritan Business Association; 908/806-6041

Saturday, 25; Hackettstown

ALLAN HARRIS QUARTET. Vocalist with trio. 8pm. $27.50 door/ $22.50 advance. Centenary College, 400 Jefferson St..

Jazz in July; 908/637-6455

Saturday, 25; Hillsborough

INTRO TO NATIVE PLANTS FOR THE HOME GARDENER. Learn about the importance of using native plants and the hazards of invasive plants. Advance registration required. 9:30am - 11:30am. $15; $10 for NJ Audubon members. 80 Route 206.

Duke Farms; 908/722-3700

Saturday, 25; Hillsborough

WONDER WALK FOR FAMILIES: MYSTERIES OF THE MEADOW. Explore a native grass meadow. For families with children in grades K-6. Advance registration required. 1:30pm - 3pm. $8, max. of $20 per family. 80 Route 206.

Duke Farms; 908/722-3700

Saturday, 25; Jefferson Township

THE NERDS IN CONCERT. Enjoy an evening of sheer entertainment with the band that combines high energy rock n'roll with a stage show of pure talent and comedy. 5:00pm - 7:00pm. $10 Seniors/Children $20 Adult.Under age 7 FREE. Camp Jefferson Amphitheatre,81 Weldon Road,Lake Hopatcong,NJ 07849.

Jefferson Highlights Community Televiison; 973/663-5590

Saturday, 25; Morristown

GARDEN STATE IRIS SOCIETY SALE˙˙˙˙. 10am - 4pm. Free. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Ave..

Morris County Park Commission; 973/326-7600

Saturday, 25; Port Murray

BRINGING IN THE HARVEST. The art of drying, freezing, and canning herbs, vegetables and fruit. 1:30 - 3:30pm. Resv. req., $20. 205 Mt. Bethel Rd.

Well-Sweep Herb Farm; 908/852-5390

Saturday, 25; Stanhope

WATERLOO CANAL HERITAGE DAYS. Guided tours of the village and Morris Canal, special presentations, exhibits and craft demonstrations. Waterloo Village.

Canal Society of New Jersey; 908/722-9556

Saturday, 25; Sussex

JUNIOR ZOOKEEPER DAY. Special hands on day with animals at the zoo geared for 5-15 year olds. 218 Rt 519.

Space Farms Zoo and Museum; 973/875-5800

Saturday, 25-26; Clinton

REVOLUTIONARY WAR DAYS. $9/ $7 seniors, $6 ages 6-12. Red Mill, 56 Main St..

Red Mill Museum Village; 908/735-4101

Sunday, 26; Bridgewater

ANNUAL BAYOU FEST AT DUKE ISLAND PARK . Mitchell s Cajun Aces, Jeffery Broussard & Creole Cowboys. 5:30 - 8:30pm. Free. Duke Island Park, Old York Road.

Somerset Concert Series in the Park; 908/722-1200

Sunday, 26; Morris Township

FAMILY DAY & CONCERT. Crafts, storytelling, cooking demonstrations, garden tours, talks and Scottish music. 2 - 4:30pm. $5 pp or $10 per car. The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Avenue.

Morris County Park Commission; 973/326-7603

Sunday, 26; Oxford

MOUNTAIN HERITAGE. 6 - 8pm. 8 Belvidere Ave..

Shippen Manor Concerts; 908/453-4381

Sunday, 26-1; Harmony

WARREN COUNTY FARMERS FAIR AND BALLOON FESTIVAL. The annual olde time agricultural fair features livestock and small animal shows, agricultural exhibits, antique and stock tractor pulls, demolition derby, mud bogging, gardeners, crafters, children s activity tent, carnival rides, and plenty of food. Entertainment tent and stage features country bands, rock and folk groups, and the New Jersey Folklife Project presents a Traditional Arts Expo. Daily demonstrations include spinning fleece, basket making, rug hooking and lace making. The Fair will again host a Hot Air Balloon Festival, with balloon glows, nightly ascensions. $5/ $3 ages 5-12. Farmers Fairgrounds, Rt. 519 near Strykers Rd..

Warren County Farmers Fair Assoc.; 908/475-6505

Wednesday, 29; Convent Station

MASTERWORK CHORUS SUMMER SING. Mozart's Requiem and Durufle's Requiem with Conductor Thomas Juneau 7:30pm - 9:30pm. $12; $6 for students/listeners. Xavier Center, College of St. Elizabeth.

The Masterwork Chorus; 973/455-7008

Wednesday, 29; Hillsborough

TIPS FOR ATTRACTING WILDLIFE TO YOUR YARD. Bring a scale drawing of your yard (a copy of the property survey works best) no larger than 11x17. Advance registration required. 7pm - 9pm. $15; $10 for NJ Audubon members. 80 Route 206.

Duke Farms; 908/722-3700

Thursday, 30; Far Hills

BREATHING SPACE. Relaxation techniques in the garden 9 - 11am. $15. 11 Layton Rd.

Leonard J. Buck Garden; 908/234-2677

Thursday, 30; Readington Township

NEIL & THE DIAMONDS. Tribute. 7 - 9pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.

Hunterdon Parks Music Under the Stars; 908/782-1158

Thursday, 30-3; Flemington

BACK-TO-SCHOOL & FALL PREVIEW SALE. Stores will have specially marked merchandise and clearance items.˙ Saturday & Sunday afternoon will offer family fun with live music, and family friendly entertainment. 1 Church Street .

Liberty Village Premium Outlets; 908/782-8550

Friday, 31- August 9; Augusta

NEW JERSEY STATE FAIR / SUSSEX COUNTY FARM AND HORSE SHOW. Where Farm Meets Fun! NJ S Largest Agricultural Fair. This ten day event features agricultural events and education, animals, exhibits, horse shows, carnival, petting zoo, vendors, craft tent, flower and vegetable shows, art, photography, 4-H, chainsaw artist and auction, fair food, free entertainment and much more! So much fun, in fact, we built a whole website to share it! Visit WWW.NEWJERSEYSTATEFAIR.ORG Fair admission: $11, children $5, seniors $9, Under 5 free. Specials all week.. Sussex County Fairgrounds, Rt. 206 & Plains Rd..

New Jersey State Fair; 973/948-5500

Ongoing Theater and Concerts

Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, Madison

June 3-June 28 • THE LITTLE FOXES. By Lillian Hellman.

F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre 36 Madison Avenue. ; 973/408-3807

Tri State Actors Theater, Sussex

June 18-July 12 • THE BIG BANG. A musical comedy by Jed Feuer and Boyd Graham.

74 Main Street. ; 973/875-2950

Ongoing Outdoor Events

United Astronomy Clubs of NJ, Hope

Saturdays • PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT GREENWOOD OBSERVATORY. Astronomy presentations followed by observing sessions, weather permitting.

Jenny Jump State Park; 908/459-4366

Skylands Botanical Gardens, Ringwood

Sundays • SKYLANDS MANOR TOURS. Free guided tours are conducted on the first Sunday of each month, March through November at 2pm.

20 Morris Rd.. ; 973/962-9534

Ongoing Tours and Exhibits

Morristown National Historical Park, Morristown

Ongoing • TOURS OF WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS AT THE FORD MANSION. Tours are conducted hourly from 10-11am and 1-4pm. The 1930s Washington’s Headquarters Museum is open daily 9am-5pm. $4 per person age 16 and older.

30 Washington Place; 973/539-2016