It's Memorial Day! Time to See a Parade and Hit the Pool

Coming up is one of the most exciting long weekends of the year. It's Memorial Day, the official kick-off for summer. There's plenty going on in Bernards Township and nearby, from the township's annual Memorial Day parade to the official opening of the Bernards Township Pleasant Valley Pool.

As of Tuesday, there were about 10 to 15 memberships still available at the municipal pool.

As always, especially kid-friendly activities are listed in the Grab & Go section.

When/Where: Monday, May 30 at 9:30 a.m. at  in Bernards Township.
Why Go:  To wave a flag, thank a veteran, and show your pride. Besides, everyone loves a parade.
Pricing:  Free.

When/Where: Saturday, May 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. at .
Why Go: To splash around and celebrate the 32nd opening day of the Pleasant Valley Pool. The main pool has been resurfaced over the winter.
Pricing: Memberships for Bernards Township residents are still available.  

When/Where: Sunday, May 29 at 1 p.m. at  in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: Riders age 60-plus can enjoy a "walk-only" trail ride and enjoy the beautiful trails of the Lord Stirling Park Stable.
Pricing: The fee is $28 for Somerset County residents and $36 for non-residents.  

When/Where: Thursday, May 26th at 7 p.m. at  in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: Because the talents of the concert choir always hit a high note.
Pricing: $10 per ticket.

When/Where: Saturday, May 28 and Sunday, May 29 from noon to 5 p.m. at Natirar Estate Park in Far Hills.
Why Go: To raise you glass to great blues music, crafts and fine wines from New Jersey wineries. Attendees must be age 21 and older.
Pricing: $20.

When/Where: Saturday, May 28 from 1 to 4 p.m. at  in Bernards Township.
Why Go: For children ages 12 to 15 to fulfill community service requirements for school.
Pricing: Free.

When/Where:  May 28 through 30, through the streets of Somerville.
Why Go: It's the "Kentucky Derby of Cycling"  Family and kid activities, music and more await you at the finish line. 
Pricing: Free.

When/Where: Sunday, May 29, at 9 a.m., at  in Bridgewater.
Why Go: It's a 60-mile run through Somerset and Hunterdon Counties that ends with a classic pig roast, games, and music.
Pricing: $15.  

Grab & Go  

When/Where: Sunday, May 29 at 9:30 a.m. at  in Bernards Township.
Why Go: For children pre-K to grade three to enjoy activities, crafts, games and an understanding of the spiritual messages of the Bible.
Pricing: Free.  

When/Where: Thursday, May 26 at 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., or 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at the  in Bridgewater.
Why Go: To learn how to preserve your garden harvest.
Pricing: $5 per person.  

 
When/Where: Saturday, May 28 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at  in Bridgewater.
Why Go: For a full day of family fun raising funds and awareness of juvenile diabetes.
Pricing: Free.  

When/Where: Thursday, May 26 from 10:30 to 11 a.m. at the .
Why Go: Toddlers ages 18 to 36 months will enjoy story time, singing, and clapping. Parents, no shushing allowed!
Pricing: Free.  

When/Where: Sunday, May 29 at 1:35 p.m. at  in Bridgewater.
Why Go: Because Sparkee at the Somerset Patriots are honoring all scouts and their leaders with a pre-game parade. Come dressed in uniform and pride!
Pricing: $7 to $15 per ticket.

 
When/Where: Thursday, May 26 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the .
Why Go: To hang out with friends, make candy sushi, and discuss the latest manga.
Pricing: Free. Registration required.  

When/Where: Saturday, May 28 at 10 a.m. at Lowes in Hillsborough.
Why Go: To take flight with a cool project and a soaring sense of accomplishment.
Pricing: Free.  

When/Where:  Monday, May 30 on Somerville's Main Street. The parade begins at 9 a.m. The Kid's Pavilion as well as the sports and music festival activities are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: To say "thank you" to our veterans, and to keep in step with a live music festival.
Pricing: Free.

When/Where: Thursday, May 26 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. at the .
Why Go: Children ages 5 to 8 will enjoy stories, parachutes, and mini-skateboards. No protective gear necessary.
Pricing: Free. Registration required.

When/ Where: Monday, May 30 at  in Warren. Classes are at noon, 1 p.m., and 4 p.m.
Why Go:  Because potato chicken fingers, apple pie wedge cookies, and smiles are on the menu.
Pricing: $12.50 per class.