Friday, May 17, 2013
Leash manners for your pets and other events give you something to do all weekend.
If you possibly could have avoided seeing the banners in town, or hearing children talk, here's the news — this Saturday is the return of Charter Day, Bernards Township's annual celebration of the founding of the township of Bernardston by order of British King George II in 1760. While you can learn about history, there are also plenty of purely entertaining things to do at this day and night-long annual event, including hearing music and dancing in the street, sliding down a blow-up slide, picking up loads of freebies and stuffing yourself with treats like fried oreos and a gourmet meal (this is the Somerset Hills, after all). You can also learn about local organizations. Then, on Sunday, it's off to Bernardsville for that town's street …
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Paws for Reading also returning to Bernards Township Library in upcoming events.
As Mother's Day approaches, many people will spend at least some time with their mom, grandma or some other important woman in their lives. But over the next several days, leading into next week, there's plenty of other things to do, either on your own or with friends or family members. It's time to have some fun listening to music and/or dancing. As often in the Somerset Hills, some of the most enjoyable activities also are fundraisers for worthy causes. And spring is here, so it's time to go look for some plants to cultivate whether to surround yourself with flowers — or edibles. As usual, please add any events in comments that you feel may be of interest to our readers. St. James Youth Dance When/Where: Friday from 7 to 10 p.m. at 8 a.m…
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Lots to do this week, including 'fork raising' for a cause and exclusive look at important history made in Somerset Hills.
The next few days offer both fun and fascinating events to attend and things to do. And of course, there's the pleasure of buying great things while helping a cause — and your money can go pretty far at the long-running spring rummage sale to benefit the Basking Ridge-based Visiting Nurse Association of Somerset Hills. The VNA's three-day marathon rummage sale officially opens its doors at 9:30 a.m. on Friday and runs through Sunday. You can also learn what's just been discovered recently about how important the Somerset Hills was during the American Revolution. Along with a workshop on Japanese Manga drawing, other events at the Bernards Township Library are listed on the library website. And don't forget to take some time to laugh at a …
Friday, April 12, 2013
CASINO NIGHT, with fun and games and all-inclusive drinks and meals for adults on Friday night at Vine Restaurant in Basking Ridge.
For those living in Basking Ridge and nearby in the Somerset Hills, the next few days are filled with song, wine and good food for a good cause and...pets. Below is our pick of upcoming activities, offering both fun activities for adults and great family-friendly fun at the same time, sometimes both in the same place. As usual, please add something in the comments section if we missed it, or you think readers would like to know. Gail Winbury's Art and Live Music at Farmstead Arts When/Where: Sunday, 1 p.m. at Farmstead Arts in Basking Ridge, 450 King George Road, Basking Ridge. Why Go: Local guitarist Arturo and cornetist will perform while art lovers get a chance to browse the work of artist Gail Winbury. The exhibit will be the Farmstead…
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Get personal instruction on Nooks, Kindles and iPads at the library next week.
The Bernards Township Library continues to offer multiple events to appeal to adults and children of all ages throughout the week. We've included a few, but you can find a full list online. In neighboring Bernardsville, there will be a Scrabble tournament on Sunday to have fun and bring in donations for the Food Bank Network of Somerset County. Meanwhile, on Friday night, Bernards High School graduate Katie Meyler's "More Than Me" Foundation will celebrate winning a $1 million Chase Giving Award to advance the foundation's goal of educating girls in Liberia, Africa. The party is in Morristown. Nooks, Kindles, iPads, Oh My When/Where: Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Bernards Township Library, 32 S. Maple Ave., program room B. Why Go: Did you know …
Friday, March 1, 2013
Ridge's production of 'Legally Blonde' this Friday and Saturday, ragtime trio at library and Battle of Bands in Bedminster.
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Friday, March 1
This week is filled with lots of music and some games to pass the time, including the Ridge High School drama club's annual spring musical, "Legally Blonde — The Musical." The Bernards Township Library is hosting a ragtime trio on Saturday. Pick up your free tickets ahead at the library on South Maple Avenue in downtown Basking Ridge. Below is the combination of our weekly pick for some activities to offer fun and something to do by yourself, with friends, or with the family. Here are this week's picks: "Legally Blonde — The Musical" When/Where: Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center at Ridge High School, 268 S. Finley Ave., Basking Ridge. Why Go: Support the Ridge drama club and laugh out loud as Harvard's beloved …
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Halloween dance, outdoor Halloween activities, more.
This weekend is filled with Halloween events, 5K runs and lots to learn — even a chance to prep for that upcoming SAT by taking a free practice test at the Bernards Township Library. Below is the combination of our weekly pick of upcoming activities, offering both fun weekend activities and great family-friendly fun at the same time. Here are this week's picks: Tween Halloween Origami for Grades 4 to 6 When/Where: Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Bernards Township Library, 32 S. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge. Why Go: Local resident Jann Slapin wiill extol her knowledge and expertise on the art of origami. Come learn this fun art of folding paper. Cost: Free, registration required. This and other events are online at Bernards Township Library …
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
And a chance to hit rummage sales run by St. Mark's in Basking Ridge and the county 4-H.
This week offers an opportunity to participate in some unusual or rarely offered events and programs. Whether you live in Bernards Township or not, you can attend the township library's information session on what the library offers in the way of resources for home-schoolers. But note, that program is coming up on Thursday evening, although undoubtedly the library staff would provide assistance in that area even at a later date. And then there's a Friends of Lord Stirling specialty — bringing the Royal Lipizzan Stallions of Austria to Lord Stirling Stable. Of course, there's a wide variety of other things to do for both kids and adults, including rummage sales, the PAWS for Reading pairing of young readers and patient canines, again at the…
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Get to poke around and learn about electric vehicles.
It's fall, and if the sun isn't quite as strong as in summer, this is still the time of year for frisky outdoors fun. It's also a time of year when people turn to exploring new things (a holdover from our school days?) and picking up new skills. There's a long list for those with a variety of interests — at many ages — below. And don't forget, you still can catch a Somerset Patriots' game. Dog Walks at Lord Stirling Stable When/Where: Morning hours resume for The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable's popular Saturday dog walks starting in September. The weekly event will be held at 10:30 a.m. with check-in at 10:15 a.m. at Lord Stirling Stable at 256 S. Maple Ave. in Basking Ridge. Why Go: This is the only chance to enjoy the beautiful trails …
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Local events — and don't forget the Shore.
Looking for something to do on Friday morning? Well, adults can learn how to make floral centerpieces without spending a fortune to get a professional to do it. And kids — they can head over to the library for some pirate fun! There are some other unique things to do in our area — such as learning about Seeing Eye dogs — and also opportunities for summer fun. Don't forget to also check Patch's Shore guide for ideas to do when you hit the beach. Pirate Bonnie Bess When/Where: On Friday, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m, at the Bernards Township Library, 32 S. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge. Recommended for ages 5 and under with adult. Why Go: Interactive story play loaded with swashbuckling fun! Cost: Free tickets available. For further questions, call …
