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Events and Activities
May
Thursday, 15-18; Morristown
SALAAM SHRINE CIRCUS.. Mennen Sports Arena.
Morris County Park Commission; 973/992-2860
Saturday, 17; Basking Ridge
TAKE-ME-FISHING.. Fishing event for the kids 16 and under. Poles will be available. Free lunch provided. 10 - 1pm. 241 Pleasant Plains Rd.
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge; 973/425-1222
Saturday, 17; Clinton
RIDE FOR THE RIVER. A fund-raising Motorcycle Poker Run through the beautiful South Branch Raritan River Watershed to benefit the South Branch Watershed Association. Families welcome. Prizes for top hands, refreshments for all. Â All makes of bikes welcome. Ride ends with picnic and live music. 9am. $25. Spruce Run, 1 Van Syckels Rd..
South Branch Watershed Association; 908/782-0422
Saturday, 17; New Lisbon
RALLY TO KEEP NJ STATE FORESTS AND PARKS OPEN. Event is to show opposition to proposed budget cuts which will shut facilities and layoff staff. Come enjoy a day in Spectacular Brendan T Byrne Forest and show your support! 1 - 3pm. Pakim Pond Picnic Grove in Brendan Byrne State Forest (entrance on Route 70 & 72.
Friends of the Forest; 609/758-2474
Saturday, 17; Ringwood
SPRING WILDFLOWER WALK. Full blush in the Wildflower Garden. 10am. $3. 20 Morris Rd..
Skylands Botanical Gardens; 973/962-9534
Saturday, 17-18; Ringoes
THE NEW JERSEY 2007 HUNTERDON HORSEXPO. A trade show, educational conference and entertainment venue all rolled into one for horse enthusiasts to professionals. Food and fun for the entire family! 9am - 6pm. $5/vehicle. South County Park (Hunterdon County Fairgrounds) Route 179 South.
The Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce; 908/735-5955
Sunday, 18; Blairstown
FANCIE. A choral concert of English music, from the 1400s to the present featuring the premier of Clare Country, poetry of John Clare set by contemporary composer Terence Deadman, as well as poetry of Longfellow and Shakespeare set to music. 4 - 6:30pm. $15, $10, $5. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 168 Route 94.
Water Gap Singers; 908/325-2450
Sunday, 18; Lafayette
GET TO KNOW NEW JERSEY. Ideas from a variety of our travel and tourism partners... lots of give-aways, music and fun for all! Route 15 & 94.
Olde Lafayette Village; 973/383-8323
Sunday, 18; Sparta
SPARTA MOUNTAIN DAY 2008. An fun, family-oriented day of health, fitness and environmental activities. Themed this year as "Your Health-Your Environment", the event includes the Livestrong 5K Walk/Run. 8am - 1:30pm. $25 donation for 5K. Heaters Pond in Ogdensburg, Ryker's Lake in Sparta.
The Friends of Sparta Mountain;
Friday, 23; North Branch
COUNT BASIE ORCHESTRA. Nineteen performers committed to upholding and advancing an American institution. 8pm. Rt. 28 and Lamington Road.
The Theatre at RVCC; 908/725-3420
Friday, 23-25; Vernon
US OPEN OF MOUNTAIN BIKING. Last year, nearly 450 downhill-specific racers from 7 different countries and 37 different states, convened at Diablo Freeride Park to vie for Americaâ's most prestigious gravity title. The U.S. Open legacy continues in 2008 by offering one of downhill mountain bikingâ's richest cash purses in the world with top finishers, both men and women, receiving $5,000 cash. In addition, the U.S. Open provides up-and-coming racers with the rare opportunity to mix with and compete against some of the top gravity athletes in the world. For the first time in U.S. Open history, the event will feature a Dual Slalom discipline to add to the racing excitement. Diablo course designers will construct a unique Dual Slalom mixing traditional slalom traits with a unique blend of elements and features. Diablo Freeride Park, 200 Route 94.
Mountain Creek Resort; 973/209-3300
Friday, 23-26; Flemington
ANNUAL MEMORIAL DAY SIDEWALK SALE. Merchants provide added savings on all or specially priced merchandise. 10am - 9pm. 1 Church St..
Liberty Village Premium Outlets; 908/782-8550 x11
Friday, 23-26; Lafayette
SIDEWALK SALE DAYS AND ANTIQUE SHOW. 75 State Route 15.
Olde Lafayette Village; 973/383-8323
Friday, 23-26; Somerville
TOUR OF SOMERVILLE CYCLING SERIES. This exciting four-day event of competitive cycling for professionals and amateurs culminates on Monday with the 50-mile Kugler-Anderson Memorial Tour of Somerville, known as the "Kentucky Derby of Cycling." The Tour is the oldest bicycle race in the United States and a legend in the lore of bicycle racing. Watch the incredibly fast action, or stroll around enjoying the vendors, the food stands and the entertainment while the races take place around you. Free admission. Main Street.
Tour of Somerville; 908/725-7223 x13
Saturday, 24; Blairstown
BLAIR CREEK PRESERVE FIELD TRIP. Explore a proposed new trail system within The Nature Conservancy's 485-acre forest preserve. 10am - 1pm. Free.
The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey; 908/955-0357
Saturday, 24; Madison
A NERVOUS FEVER: TRACING THE LAST DAYS OF JAMES PARKER. Join historian Gordon Bond as he discusses the final days of premiere Colonial printer, James Parker also known as New Jersey's first printer. 2pm. 9 Main Street.
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts; 973/377-2982
Saturday, 24; Newton
NEWTON SPRING STREET SPRING FLING. Annual street fair includes activities, vendors, crafts and shop promotions all day. Spring Street.
; 973/383-1554
Saturday, 24-25; Lafayette
HEIRLOOM TOMATO PLANT SALE. Enjoy a taste of spring garlic, hanging plants and a huge variety of heirloom tomato plants. 11am - 4pm. Village Hall, Route 15 & 94.
Olde Lafayette Village; 973/383-8323
Saturday, 24-25; Manheim, PA
GREAT PENNSYLVANIA FLAVORFEST. Pennsylvaniaâ's diverse culinary, beer and wine offerings and the finest in Pennsylvania artisan crafts in a country festival setting complete with family-friendly entertainment. $15.95/ 6.95 ages 5-11.
Mount Hope Estate and Winery; 717-665-7021
Saturday, 24-25; Montague
BARREL TASTING.. An exclusive tasting of fine wines right out of the barrel. Light appetizers will be provided. 12 - 5. $5. 141 Clove Road.
Westfall Winery; 973/293-3428
Saturday, 24-25; Peapack
BLUES AND WINE FESTIVAL. Listen to great blues music, browse craft vendors, purchase gourmet food, and taste fine wines from 18 New Jersey wineries. $20 ages 21 and over. Natirar Estate Park, Peapack Rd.
Garden State Winegrowers; 609/758-5400
Saturday, 24-26; Frenchtown
SMALL PAINTINGS SHOW. Dozens of artists, carvers and sculptors will show their work. 55 Bridge St..
Decoys and Wildlife Gallery; 908/996-6501
Friday, 30-1; Augusta
CRAWFISH FESTIVAL. Zydeco, Cajun, New Orleans R&B and Delta Blues with fresh boiled crawfish, jambalaya, shrimp creole, fried catfish, grilled alligator sausage. 10am - 7pm. $30. Sussex County Fairgrounds, Rt. 206 & Plains Rd..
MVA Productions; 973/948-5500
Saturday, 31; Morris Twp
TENTH ANNUAL BIKE & HIKE.. Bike ride distances are 35, 20, 10, or 2 miles; or walk 5 miles. Join us for a fun filled day of food, prize drawings, entertainment, children’s activities, and more. 7:30 - 1. $45-$70. Loantaka Park.
Morris Habitat for Humanity; 973/891-1934
Saturday, 31; Delaware Water Gap NRA
A VILLAGE AT PLAY. What did country folks do for recreation and entertainment in 1890? Visit Millbrook and see a village at play. An array of children’s games and activities will be featured: marbles, shuttlecock and battledore (badminton), lawn bowling or ten pins, horse shoes and quoits, ring toss, pick-up sticks, croquet, yo-yos, dominoes, droughts (checkers),sack races, ball and jacks, put ‘n take, rope skipping, hopscotch, cup and ball, to mention a few. 10am. Old Mine Road & Cty Route 602.
Millbrook Village Society/National Park Service ; 908/537-7079
Saturday, 31; Morristown
FIGURE SKATE FOR FOP. Figure Skating Exhibition with performances by local, high-level skaters. This event is being held in honor of Whitney Weldon and Ian Cali, to raise money for The Weldon FOP Research 2 - 4pm. Advance $15 & Door $20. Mennen Sports Arena.
Caroline Pinke and The International FOP Association; 973/723-1192
Saturday, 31-1; McGuire
2008 AIR EXPO. Headlining this year's event will be the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds. Additionally, we are pleased to announce that the F-22 and F-15 air demonstration teams are scheduled to perform. A large number of current and former military aircraft, including the base's own KC-10 Extender, C-17 Globemaster III, and KC-135 Stratotanker will also be on display. 9am - 6pm.
McGuire Air Force Base; 609/754-1919
Ongoing Theater and Concerts
Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, Madison
May 28-June 22 • AMADEUS. Witness the genius and madness of one of the greatest composers the world has ever known in Peter Shaffer’s play that intrigues, incites, and inspires.
F.M. Kirby Shakespeare Theatre 36 Madison Avenue. ; 973/408-3807
Fridays through August 29; Somerville
CONNIE TARANTINO SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Concert series named in memory of this World War II combat pilot who was actively involved in the community. Bring a lawn chair. 7pm. Free. Main Street.
Somerville Borough Hall Lawn; 908/541-1600
Ongoing Outdoor and Family Events
Weekends; Oxford
THE PEQUEST TROUT HATCHERY AND NATURAL RESOURCE EDUCATION CENTER hosts a series of programs about the natural world around us for young and old alike. Preregistration is usually required. Topics range from a child?s first introduction to nature to seminars for expert fly fishers.
Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center ; 908/637-4125
May through October; Phillipsburg
STEAM TRAIN EXCURSIONS. Enjoy breathtaking views along the Delaware River on hour long excursions aboard an historic steam train. Boarding located behind Market Street, at Lehigh Junction Station, Market Square. Market Street.
Phillipsburg Urban Enterprise Zone; 908/454-5500 x338
Permanent; Bernardsville
BIRDING
TRIPS are scheduled throughout the year, targeting the best sites for natural
history at each season for birders/naturalists at all levels. Pre- registration
is required so that we can notify participants of last minute changes in time
or meeting place. Focused children accompanied by an adult are invited. 11
Hardscrabble Road.
Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary; 908/766-5787
Ongoing Exhibits
May 1 - 31; Far Hills
MANSION IN MAY DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE AND GARDENS TOUR. The 14th designer showcase benefits pediatric oncology. Froh Heim, 132 Liberty Corner Road.
Women's Association of Morristown Memorial Hospital; 973/971-8800
Morristown National Historical Park, Morristown
Ongoing • TOURS OF WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS AT THE FORD MANSION. Although the museum is closed until mid 2008 for an expansion project, tours of Washington’s Headquarters at the Ford Mansion will continue. Because of limited facilities, reservations are limited to of groups of less than 12 people. Daily 9am-5pm. Tours are conducted hourly from 10-11am and 1-4pm. $4 per person age 16 and older.