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LATE SUMMER WILDFLOWER WALK. See showy late summer flora, fall wildflowers, particularly the composites, mints, autumn grasses, interesting nuts, seeds and capsules that form as plants begin to wind down at the end of the growing season. 10am - 12pm. Free. Kay Center, 200 Pottersville Road.
NEWTON KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW. Rt. 206 & Plains Rd..
FRENCHTOWN RIVERFEST. Frenchtown Riverfest takes place on Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 4-5 from 12-6pm, Bridge Street. This year s theme is Mardi Gras/Arti Gras and includes live music, crafts, art, games, food, vendors and a pet contest. This event benefits the Hunterdon Human Shelter. For more information call, Cleo Sharplin, 908-996-9000 or visit www.frenchtownnj.org. The event kicks off on Friday, Sept. 3rd with a Wine Tasting under the Big Tent from 6:00 8:30 pm. Tickets in advance are $25 or $30 at the door. Wine Tasting proceeds support the Hunterdon Land Trust.˙ For reservation and tickets call, 908-237-4582 or visit www.hlta.org. 12 - 6pm. Free. Bridge Street.
EVOLVE MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL. Live music, yoga, visionary art, environmental educators, and the community in a lively exchange of ideas. Rickey and Son Organic Farm, Rt. 94.
IRON FEST AND PIG ROAST. Demonstrations, music, auction, food. $25. 19 Kuhn Road (Rt. 615).
CRITERIUM BIKE RACE. Top riders from all over the East Coast compete all day for cash prizes. Events include races for everyone (including the kids) and entertainment at Shappel Park.
HERB VINEGARS, OILS, AND PESTO. Make your own herbal condiments. 1:30 - 3:30pm. Resv. req., $35. 205 Mt. Bethel Rd.
POCONO GARLIC FESTIVAL. Indulge all of your garlic fantasies at this fun-filled event, a mix of aromatic and tasty foods liberally laced a variety of Pocono-grown entertainment. 10 - 6pm. $10/ $7.50 advance; 2 day: $15/13. I 80, Exit 309.
WILDLIFE AND SPORTING ART SHOW. The annual show features the original paintings and woodcarvings by some of America s most acclaimed sporting artists including Al Agnew, Al Barker, Josh Brewer, Richard Clifton, John Crouse, Frank Finney, Jim and Joe Hautman, Ben Heinemann, Fred Kinne, Bonnie and Karen and Rebecca Latham, Rob Leslie, Krystii Melaine, Darren Miller, Manfred Scheel, Ken Scheeler, Adam and Dan Smith, George Strunk, Jack Wood and others! 55 Bridge St..
SCANDINAVIAN FEST 2010. Heritage festival celebrating the Nordic regions: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden. Food, crafts, authentic gifts, entertainment, dancing, folkdress, vikings, kids' events, 10am - 6pm. $14/ $11 advance sale. Vasa Park, 1 Wolfe Rd.
SUSSEX HILLS KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW. There will be over 1,000 dogs in this event. 8am - 5pm. $5, $3 seniors, $2 under 12. Mennen Sports Arena 161 East Hanover Ave.
ECO DEL SUR. South & Central American Sounds 6 - 8pm. 8 Belvidere Ave..
SCHOOLEY'S MOUNTAIN KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW. Over 1,000 dogs will be in attendance. 8am - 5pm. $5, $3, $2. William G. Mennen Sports Arena 161 East Hanover Ave.
FALL FESTIVAL. Celebrating fifty years. 10am - 3pm. Helen Fenske Visitor Center, 32 Pleasant Plains Rd.
BYRAM DAY. Carnival rides, classic cars, games, petting zoo, food, music, 5K run. 12 - 7pm. Neil Gylling Field, Mansfield Drive.
FRONTIER TECHNOLOGY. Boonder brooms, grafting, headache pillows, basswood fishing line, and much more. 1:30 - 3:30pm. Resv. req., $20. 205 Mt. Bethel Rd.
BELVIDERE S VICTORIAN DAYS. Antique, craft, and food vendors, music, a fashion show, porch teas and garden parties, Victorian house tour, and an antique car show. Call for information, house tour and porch tea tickets, and vendor information. Or email daysvictorian@aol.com. Rt. 80, Exit 12, Rt 519 South to Belvidere.
ANNUAL FALL ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL. Find unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list as well as beautiful handcrafted furnishings for your home in a wide variety of tents filled with the finest hand made items including traditional craft, fine art and country crafts. 10am - 5pm. $5. Municipal Field; Gazebo Park on Main Street.
APPLE CIDER KICKOFF. Join us for a free glass of cider. 962 Route 517.
SHEEP AND FIBER FESTIVAL. Sheep shows, shearing, spinners, vendors, artisans, food, children's activities, llamas, alpacas, fleece contest, photo contest, skein contest and more! 10am - 5pm. $10 per car. Hunterdon County Fairgrounds.
IRISH AMERICAN FESTIVAL. Rt. 206 & Plains Rd..
HISTORICAL PLOWING DEMONSTRATION. Pete Watson, of Howell Living History Farm, Titusville NJ, will give a free plowing demonstration at the Bouman-Stickney Farmstead. Tours of the house will also be provided. 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Free. Bouman-Stickney Farmstead, 114 Dreahook Road.
GREEN FAIR. Vendors, lecturers, book signings, children's activities, turn your trash to treasure workshops, music. 10am - 4pm. Free. Red Mill, 56 Main St..
AYERS/KNUTH FARM FESTIVAL. Farm events, live music. 25 Cooper Rd..
PETER AND THE WOLF. Great for all audiences, ages 3 - 103! 4 - 5pm. $6. Lackland Center at Centenary College, 400 Jefferson St..
ANNUAL FIREBACK FIDDLE & BANJO FESTIVAL. 12pm. 8 Belvidere Ave..
RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS. A Juried Art Show and Sale showcasing local artists and artisans from the tri-state area. 10am - 5pm. Larry Holmes Drive, Riverside Park.
RODEO AND CHILI COOKOFF. Pro cowboys compete in five events including saddle bronc riding, bull riding, bareback bronc riding, calf roping and bull dogging. Come early and sample a variety of chilies from mild to hot and everywhere in between at the Chili Cook-Off from 11:30am - 1:30pm. Rodeo begins at 2pm. $15, $10 12 and under. Rt. 80 Exit 309, Hollow Rd..
CHAMPION OF THE GRILL. Grillers compete, classic cars. 12 - 5pm. Sussex County Fairgrounds, Plains Rd..
FUNGUS FEST. Learn how to cultivate mushrooms and about all their uses. Guided mushroom walks, cooking demonstrations, slide shows and lectures, fascinating arts and crafts, children s corner. 10 - 4. $2/ $1 children. Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East Hanover Ave..
LUCY KAPLANSKY. Catchy folk and classic country style. 2pm. $20. 30 Cannici Drive.
A CULINARY AFFAIR. Sample delicious food, wine & beer from over 20 restaurants & vendors. Browse & bid from a wide assortment of auction items. 6pm - 9pm. $75. Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West.
JOHN BASILONE PARADE CELEBRATION. The annual event honors the World War II Marine hero with a parade (9/26), fireworks, fun run, and commemorative concert. Boro of Raritan, LaGrange St to Somerset Street.
FIRST ANNUAL PIG ROAST DINNER. Great food, entertainment & fellowship to support the Agricultural Division of the Sussex County Fairgrounds - Agricultural Scholarship Foundation. 5 - 11pm. Sussex County Fairgrounds, Rt. 206 & Plains Rd..
FALL FOLIAGE 5K RUN. 10am - 11:30am. $1. Second Street.
HARVEST MOON CELEBRATION. In addition to craft and resale vendors, there will be an array of harvest and home made products such as jam, salsa, baked goods, fruit and 12 noon to 8 pm Michael Markus, master drummer and director of Magbana Drum and Dance in NYC will be in residence to teach classes, and to lead drum circles from late afternoon into the evening 75 State Route 15.
A DAY IN OLD MOUNT TABOR. Victorian house tours, period costumes, musical entertainment and a self-guided walking tour includes historic public buildings, Victorian cottages, and special gardens. Established in 1869 as a Methodist summer camp meeting ground, Mt. Tabor is a fine example of a 19th century community. 11am - 4pm. $20. Simpson Ave., near the Tabernacle.
DRIED FLOWER WORKSHOP. Decorate a miniature 7-inch hat, a heart grapevine wreath and a fence. 10:30am - 12pm. Resv. req., $32. 205 Mt. Bethel Rd.
TEWKSBURY HARVEST FESTIVAL. Pony & hay rides, antique cars, petting zoo, face & pumpkin painting, craft vendors, live music & dances, hot air balloon. 12 - 4pm. $20 per car. Christie Hoffman Farm Park 108 Fairmount Road West.
40t ANNUAL PETERS VALLEY CRAFT FAIR. 180 juried artisans, live music, artist demonstrations, kid s art activities & great food. The Pocono Bluegrass Folk Society will present live bluegrass both days. Peters Valley is a nationally recognized center for the fine art of craft and offers programs for a wide spectrum of ages, cultures and educational levels. Sat., 10-6; Sun, 10-5. $7/ under 12 free. Sussex County Fair Grounds, Plains Rd..
BLOOMSBURY FINE ART AND FINE CRAFT FESTIVAL. The two day juried event features exhibitors from New Jersey, Pennsylvania and several other states. Work to be displayed includes watercolors, glass, photography, metal, jewelry, fiber, oils, pastels, acrylics, clay, mixed media, florals and wood. The charming Hunterdon County village also provides a wide variety of entertainment and food, including a children's activities area. 10am - 5pm. Free. Main Street.
ANNUAL FRANKLIN-STERLING HILL GEM AND MINERAL SHOW. Dealers, gems, jewelry, minerals, fossils, stone carvings, lectures, literature, fluorescent mineral exhibits, mineral collecting, museum tours and the traditional swap/sell. $7/ $4 ages 6-16. Franklin School, Washington Ave..
GLENWOOD LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND. Reenactments of Civil War skirmishes on Saturday at 3pm and Sunday at 1pm. Memorial service at Glenwood Cemetery on Saturday, 1pm. Reenactors info: www.27thnewjerseycompanyf.com 962 Route 517.
WARREN COUNTY ANTIQUES FAIR AND FESTIVAL. Dealers are located indoors and outdoors for a rain-proof show! Lectures from nationally respected historians, demonstrations, and world class exhibitions include free appraisals by antiques expert Harry Rinker. Delicious local fare and famous "Jacktown" ice cream, live music and entertainment, free parking and much more make this the “show of shows” for all who love antiques. 10am - 4. $8. Warren County Farmers’ Fairgrounds.
SUSSEX COUNTY ART SOCIETY EXHIBIT & SALE. A showcase of original art and prints in a variety of mediums by talented local artists. Oils, pastels, photography and sculpture Routes 15 and 94.
TURN THE TOWN TEAL. Ovarian Cancer Fundraiser and Awareness Night. Please make reservations 7pm. 61 Bridge St..
POETS IN THE GARDEN. Poets Gail Holst-Warhaft and John McDermott will present their work in the museum s historic gardens. 3 - 5pm. 45 Macculloch Avenue.
Alternating Saturdays: Sept. 11 & 25: October 9 & 23 • WATERLOO CANAL HERITAGE DAYS. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of Waterloo Village and Morris Canal, and the Smith Store, Rutan Cabin and Blacksmith Shop will be open for interpretation The New Jersey Canal Museum will also welcome visitors. Indian Island will be open for many of the Heritage Days. 11am - 5pm.
Weekends • ASTRONOMY PROGRAMS. New Jersey Astronomical Association Observatory is open to the public every weekend from Memorial Day to Halloween. Saturday evening programs begin at 8:30 PM and include a tour of the facility and public viewing of planets/deep space objects through the 26" telescope, as well as other smaller scopes. On Sunday afternoons from 2-5 PM, the public is invited to look at sun spots through the 10" scope equipped with special solar filters. For additional information, call or visit NJAA’s website.
Saturdays • SCENIC BIKE TOUR OF DUKE FARMS. Bring your own mountain bike and protective head gear for this 7-mile tour. Advance registration required. 8 - 10am. $10.
Saturdays • PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT GREENWOOD OBSERVATORY. Astronomy presentations followed by observing sessions, weather permitting.
Weekends • 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.
Through October • MEDICINAL PLANTS OF THE CIVIL WAR. Bring your cell phone to the garden to learn about plants used as medicines by physicians on both sides. In depth information about 24 plants on display is given in one-minute recordings accessed by dialing a toll free number on your cell phone. More...
Sundays • SKYLANDS MANOR TOURS. Free guided tours are conducted on the first Sunday of each month, March through November at 2pm.
Weekends • A wide variety of hikes, seminars and family events are held throughout the year.
Sundays though October • OLDE LAFAYETTE VILLAGE FARMERS’ MARKET. Sussex County farmers bring you Jersey Fresh produce, fruits, flowers, plants, baked goods and more at the Olde Lafayette Village Farmers’ Market. Enjoy live music, giveaways, recipes and demonstrations.10am - 3pm.
Saturdays thru October • SUSSEX COUNTY FARMERS MARKET. Produce, meats, flowers, cheese and other products displayed at permanent indoor quarters.9am - 2pm.
Sundays through November 28 • THE FARM STAND AT LIBERTY VILLAGE PREMIUM OUTLETS. Visit the farm stand at this Colonial American shopping village for fresh vegetables, delicious fruits, herbs and more. 10am - 6pm.
Ongoing • TOURS OF WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS AT THE FORD MANSION. The Washington’s Headquarters Museum includes two exhibit galleries, a 20-minute introductory video, a PowerPoint presentation of the furnished house and a free color-illustrated souvenir booklet of the Ford Mansion's interior. Additionally, staff and volunteers offer fifteen-minute gallery talks, featuring exhibited items from the park's collection. The talks occur on the hour and half hour, in the mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and in the afternoons from 1 to 4 p.m. $4 per person age 16 and older.