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THE JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS. Cool School & Hard Bop. 7pm. 100 South Street.
Mayo Performing Arts Center; 973/539-8008
Wednesday, 1; Ringwood
FIRST DAY HIKE. Weather permitting, you can climb to the Mt. Defiance overlook on the Halifax trail and return, or choose our alternate hike without a climb. This annual event is a joint project of State Park staff and volunteers from the NJBG/Skylands Association and the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference. Wear sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothes, small children may need to be carried. Meet at the Carriage House Visitor Center 1pm - 3pm. Free. 20 Morris Rd..
BOBBY COLLINS WITH SPECIAL GUEST MAUREEN LANGAN. 8pm. 100 South Street.
Mayo Performing Arts Center; 973/539-8008
Sunday, 5; Ringwood
SKYLANDS MANOR TOURS. NJBG volunteer docents lead visitors on a tour of the architecture and history of Skylands Manor. 11am - 3pm. $10 adults. 20 Morris Rd..
GOOD CO. Using samples, live instruments, modern production techniques, Good Co takes the traditions of American Jazz and combines them with modern day pop to create a whole new sound. 8pm. Lackland Center, 715 Grand Ave..
BACK TO THE EIGHTIES SHOW WITH JESSIE’S GIRL. 8pm. 100 South Street.
Mayo Performing Arts Center; 973/539-8008
Friday, 17; Newton
PINK TALKING FISH. 8pm. 234 Spring Street.
The Newton Theatre; 973/383-3700
Saturday, 18; Flemington
WINTER WONDERLAND WALK. Enjoy an invigorating walk (at least one mile) to find out what’s happening in nature in winter. 10am - 11:30pm. $8. Hoffman Park.
Hunterdon County Parks; 908/782-1158
Saturday, 18; Newton
THE CALAMARI SISTERS: SAUSAGE FEST. 8pm. 234 Spring Street.
The Newton Theatre; 973/383-3700
Sunday, 19; Flemington
MAPLE TREE TAPPING. Learn how to identify a sugar maple and see a demonstration on how to tap a maple tree. 1 - 3pm. $8/family. Echo Hill, 42 Lilac Drive.
Hunterdon County Parks; 908/782-1158
Sunday, 19; Hackettstown
JUDY CARMICHAEL. High-energy interpretations of the Great American Songbook, witty original compositions and hilarious between-song patter 2pm. Lackland Center, 715 Grand Ave..
A NIGHT OF NELSONS WITH MATTHEW & GUNNAR NELSON. 8pm. 234 Spring Street.
The Newton Theatre; 973/383-3700
Sunday, 26; Hackettstown
TAKE3: WHERE ROCK MEETS BACH. Trained at the world's top conservatories, TAKE3 has expanded their repertoire from Bach and Beethoven to Bieber and The Beach Boys. 2pm. Lackland Center, 715 Grand Ave..
AUDUBON: RETURN OF THE BALD EAGLE. Don Torino of the Bergen County Audubon Society offers an indoor presentation on the dramatic return of the Bald Eagle. 1pm. Free. 20 Morris Rd..
November 16-December 31 • HANDMADE HOLIDAY. Embark on a festive journey through creativity and craftsmanship! The gallery at Peters Valley has once again expanded to the second floor, transforming into an enchanting winter wonderland brimming with new work from incredibly talented artists. From unique jewelry to exquisite home decor, there’s something special for everyone on your list.
Over twenty new artists will display their stunning creations in the gallery during the event, offering a one-of-a-kind holiday shopping experience filled with the spirit of the season. Activities and demonstrations by various artists will take place on weekends, 12pm-4pm.
November 2-December 23 • CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY. The greenhouse will be stocked with a selection of attractive windowsill herbs, tender perennials in bloom and unique topiary’s.
205 Mt. Bethel Rd. ; 908/852-5390
Morris Museum, Morristown
Robert Lobe's Invisible Earth required excavation in order to expose a root system which got increasingly complicated and innspired the title.The finished sculpture was first shown in "Nature in Nature" in Prospect Park in 2011. Lobe's techinique was largely developed in the woods of Northwest New Jersey.
Through February 2 • NEW SCULPTURE/NEW JERSEY. Showcasing just over forty works from eleven sculptors together with short video interviews with the artists, the exhibition will connect visitors with the purpose, context, and meaning driving their work and motivating their choices.
Weekends • 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.
Ongoing • TOURS OF WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS AT THE FORD MANSION.
The Washington’s
Headquarters Museum includes includes three exhibit galleries, a 30-minute introductory video, and the Discover History Center. Tours of Fords Mansion are available at 10 and 11am and at 1, 2, 3 and 4pm.
