DREAMERS. Melissa Dunphy inspires us to hope, empathy, and action in American DREAMers, honoring five young Americans brought to this country as children. Saturday at 7:30 p.m. & Sunday at 3 p.m.. United Methodist Church.
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. Cpend the late afternoon on the lawn of the farmhouse, listening to Celtic music for the modern masses. 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.
ANNUAL DELAWARE RIVER SOJOURN. The 30th Annual guided paddling trip on the wild and scenic Delaware River, combining canoeing/kayaking, camping, educational programs, historical interpretation, and more. Join for all or any part of the trip. Call for fees.
WINE & ART AT THE FARM. Art show and sale featuring local art displayed in the restored historic buildings at the iconic Dvoor Farm. Enjoy an evening reception on the summer solstice including catered hors d'oeuvres, wine & beer, and live music by Bill Ihling on the banks of Walnut Brook. Tickets and art sales support Hunterdon Land Trust. 5:30 - 9:30pm. 111 Mine Street.
Hunterdon Land Trust; 908/237-4582
June 21; Delaware
SLAMBOVIAN CIRCUS OF DREAMS. Long time area favorites and stalwarts from the days of Knowlton Riverfest, the Slambovians’ deep connection with audiences and exciting live shows are legendary. 4pm. $10 suggested donation. Ramsaysburg Homestead, 140 Rt 46 at Ramseyburg Rd..
GIRALDA MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL. Art vendors, children's activities, and live performances by Grammy award-winning guitarist, Hernan Romero and the New Jersey Symphony. 3pm. $25/ $4 children. Giralda Farms.
Morris Arts; 973/285-5115
June 22; Mendham
THE OUTCROPS. Music in the Woods 4 - 6pm. $20. 339 Pleasant Valley Road. More...
MARIBYRD, JOE CIROTTI, PETE LISTER, AND MIKE ALEXANDER. Spend the late afternoon on the lawn of the farmhouse listening to indie folk and Americana by this excellent quartet. Plus best farm to fork picnic ever, available for sale at the event. 3 - 6:30pm. $15 per person, resv essential. ?369 Stamets Road.
HUNTERDON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA . The dual musical themes of “Out to Sea” and “Thunder and Lightning on Land” collide perfectly to create a program of works perfect for a summer evening in the park. Music by Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Rossini, Strauss, and more! 7 - 9pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.
BICENTENNIAL COMMUNITY DAY. Celebrate Warren County’s 200th birthday with music, food, games, activities for all ages Warren County Community College, 475 Rt. 57 West.
MORRIS COUNTY 4-H FAIR. Animals shows and presentations, exhibits, family activities, monster truck rides, hay ride, food trucks High View Farms, 416 Sand Shore Rd..
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 2; Morristown
RICHARD BARATTA. 7:30pm. 6 Normandy Heights Rd..
Morris Museum Jazz on the Back Deck; 973/971-3706
August 6-8; Bridgewater
SOMERSET COUNTY 4-H FAIR. Family fun in 15 acres of exhibits, entertainment and food concessions recognizing the accomplishments of 1,000 Somerset County 4-H members. North Branch Park, Milltown Road.
THE HUNTERDON CHORAL ALLIANCE. Over seventy singers belting out pop hits from the radio and the stage 7 - 9pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.
BEAUTY & THE BEATS. Disney fanatics of all ages get ready to sing and dance with this Ultimate Fairytale Show 10am - 12pm. Free. Deer Path Park, West Woodschurch Road.
SOURLAND MUSIC FESTIVAL. The festival celebrates the character and beauty of the New Jersey Sourlands and supports planning and conservatory efforts. $30 online, $40 gate. Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd. More...
HUNTERDON 4-H AND AGRICULTURAL FAIR. Old-fashioned country fair featuring 4-H youth and and adult shows and contests, amusement rides, tractors pulls, varied entertainment and all kinds of food. Free Adm, Parking $15. Fairgrounds, South County Park, Route 179.
Hunterdon County 4-H and Agricultural Fair, Inc.; 908/782-6809
August 22; Ringwood
MOSS HENRY AND THE BRYOPHYTES. 6:30pm. $5 pp donation requested. 20 Morris Rd.. More...
POCONO STATE CRAFT FESTIVAL. 60 juried artisans representing contemporary and traditional crafts, fine art, artisanal food and personal care products present their work. The event is co-sponsored by the Pocono Arts Council, Quiet Valley, and the Pocono Chapter of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen. 10am - 5pm. $6, 12 and under are admitted free. Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 1000 Turkey Ridge Rd..
WARREN COUNTY ANTIQUES SHOW AND VINTAGE MARKET PLACE. Shop the best in both high end and country casual antiques, with 100 dealers on site. 10am - 4pm. $8. Warren County Farmers’ Fairgrounds, Route 519.
THE ANNUAL GREAT TOMATO TASTING. Take a wagon tour of the farm to learn about the research and extension programs being conducted. Taste more than 50 tomato varieties! This event is made possible with the assistance of the Rutgers Master Gardener volunteers. 1 - 7pm. 140 Locust Grove Rd.. More...
FALL FLOWER FESTIVAL & CRAFT MARKET. Enjoy two beautiful full days of free informative lectures and presentations, tours of our spectacular gardens, as well as our Craft Market. There will be 25-plus juried craft vendors – many new! Music by Rupert and Scheetz. Free admission and parking.. 205 Mt. Bethel Rd.
BLACK OAK ENSEMBLE. 7:30pm. 6 Normandy Heights Rd..
Morris Museum Jazz on the Back Deck; 973/971-3706
September 13; Pennington
SOURLAND SPECTACULAR BIKE RALLY. Challenging routes for serious cyclists, as well as shorter alternatives for more casual bikers through lovely woods, scenic vistas, mountain streams and postcard-perfect farms. The Watershed Institute, 31 Titus Mill Road. More...
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.
SUPERNOVA. Spend the late afternoon on the lawn of the farmhouse, listening to 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. Plus best farm to fork picnic ever, available for sale at the event. 3 - 6:30pm. $15 per person, resv essential. ?369 Stamets Road.
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..
