Charter Day tops Calendar for Local Events

This is always a very special weekend in Bernards Township. It's Charter Day this Saturday, and Charter Day is the place to see and be seen in these parts!

The event was set up to celebration the anniversary of British King George II's creation of a charter to create the Township of Bernardston in 1760. Last year was a big, big birthday — 250th. But this year, we're on to 251 with a full day of planned events and unplanned hanging out.

On Sunday, head over to the Bernardsville Street Fair and Craft Show to enjoy more fun and music in the streets!

A Grab & Go section especially for kid-friendly activities also is included  below. 

Where/When: Saturday, May 21 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the streets of downtown Basking Ridge and behind the
Why Go: To celebrate Bernard's Township 251st anniversary with all day fun for all ages. Plenty of food, much of it from local eateries, exhibits and information booths. There will be rides, games, giveaways, activities and attractions for children. Live music at night. 
Pricing: Free admission.

Where/When: Sunday, May 22 on the streets of Downtown Bernardsville from 11a.m. to 5 pm.
Why Go: There's music, entertainment, music, activites and more than 200 artists, crafters and vendors.

Where/When:  Saturday, May 21 at the home and garden of Andrea Filippone (129 Pickle Road, Pottersville) from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: It's New Jersey's pre-eminent horticultural event. Shop for rare plants and garden antiques, attend a lecture, and help benefit the legacy of Leonard J. Buck Garden. Make sure you take time to smell the flowers.
Pricing: General admission is $35. Student admission: with valid student ID is $25. Check this site for registration for lecture series.

Where/When:  Saturday, May 21 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the 
Why Go: To drop in, make a great craft and hang with library friends.
Pricing: Free. Registration is not required.

Where/When: Friday, May 20 at  at 7 p.m.
Why Go: To enjoy laughter and a zany night of improv while helping to send the Odyssey of the Mind team to the World Finals.
Pricing: Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children, and can be purchased at the door.

Where/When: Saturday, May 21 at  in Bridgewater from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Why Go: To "step up" and support The Arc of Somerset County help individuals with developmental disabilities. It's a day of fresh air and a great cause.
Pricing: Registration fees are $17 per runner, $15 per USATF runner, and $10 per walker. But fees are waived if you raise $50 or more. 

Where/When:  Friday and Saturday, May 20-21, at 7 p.m. at 
Why Go  HHS students along with Atticus understand that, rather than being simply creatures of good or creatures of evil, most people have both good and bad qualities. Enjoy the show!
Pricing: $10 per ticket. 

Where/When: Saturday, May 21 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at  in Hillsborough.
Why Go: It's a chance to see more than 1,300 varieties of orchids and learn how to repot one of these amazing plants to bring home.
Pricing: $35 per person. Registration is required. 

Where/When:  Saturday, May 21 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at  in Hillsborough.
Why Go: You'll grab a flashlight check out the "wild" things along the trail.
Pricing: Free. Registration is not required.

Where/When: Sunday, May 22 at 1:35 p.m. at  in Bridgewater.
Why Go:  The Five-Time Atlantic League Champion Somerset Patriots compete against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs.  There will be free autograph books and an opportunity to get your favorite players to sign.
Pricing: $7 to $13.50 per ticket.

Grab & Go section:

Where/When: Thursday, May 19 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 pm. at the  in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: To take flight with a variety of build-your-own flying objects.
Pricing: $15 per person. Advanced registration and payment are required.

Where/When: Saturday, May 21 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the 
Why Go: It's a special storytime with a very special therapy dog from St. Hubert's.
Pricing: Free. Registration is required.

Where/When: Sunday, May 22 at  from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Why Go: It's an important life lesson with singing, crafts, and fun. It's open to the entire community, regardless of religious background.
Pricing: Free

Where/When: Saturday, May 21 at  in Bridgewater. There will be two sessions: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and noon to 2 p.m.
Why Go: To mangia. It's an Italian dinner and desert event made with pride.
Price: $5 per child and parent with Shopper Plus Card, or $10 for child and parent without card.

Where/When:  Saturday, May 21 at the from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Why Go:  Children ages 3 through 9 will create colorful self-portraits and will enjoy a special storytime.
Pricing: Free. Registration is required.

Where/When: At  in Morris Township on Thursday, May 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Why Go: Because students can learn about the history of the farm, specifically how the Fosters and the farm residents communicated.
Pricing: $6.

Where/When: From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the  on Thursday, May 19.
Why Go: If you don’t think this race for 2- through 8-year-olds sounds like a ton of fun, then you must have never owned Power Wheels as a child. And you were deprived.
Pricing: $20 registration

Where/When: 6 to 7 p.m. at the  on Thursday, May 19.
Why Go: Because you are a beginner who wants to start running, regardless of age.
Pricing: Free.

Where/When: From 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 21 at  in Chatham.
Why Go: Because you like to wander and you like wildflowers, so why not enjoy both at the same time? Plus, the kids are welcome.
Pricing: $3.

Where/When: From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 21 at Black River County Park in Chester Township.
Why Go: Because visitors will learn about early industries along the Black River while taking this 3.5 mile hike.
Pricing: $5 per family.

Where/When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at  in Morristown on Saturday, May 21.
Why Go: Because you’re interested in textiles, want to check out a historic fabric presentation, or want to participate in some hands-on history lessons.
Pricing: $4 for adults, $3 for senior citizens, or $2 for children.