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Swim, Tennis Lessons Offered This Summer

They are being offered at county locations.

Sometimes there's just not enough days in the week, but every Wednesday we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. And with summer on its way, there is no better time to get some lessons on great summer activities offered through the Somerset County Park Commission. First, the Warrenbrook Pool, on Warrenville Road in Warren, is hosting lessons at the only public outdoor swimming facility the county owns. The pool will open for the season June 28 at 12 p.m., and will remain open seven days a week through Sept. 3. The county is offering a variety of swimming lessons for all abilities, including Toddlers, Beginner I, Beginner II, Advanced Beginner and Intermediate. All …

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Carnival's Coming to Somerset

The Crestwood Montessori School is holding its annual event.

Sometimes there's just not enough days in the week, but every Wednesday we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. And what better way to celebrate a beautiful weekend than with games, animals and much more? The Crestwood Montessori School on Cortelyous Lane in Somerset is hosting its annual carnival Saturday. The carnival will feature a magician, petting zoo, crafts, games and prizes. The event is open to the public, not just students of the school, and will be open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The price of the carnival is $20 a family or $5 a person for admission and tickets.

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Antique Car Show Coming to Bridgewater Library

Guests will vote on different criteria for each car.

Sometimes there's just not enough days in the week, but every Wednesday we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. This week, it’s time to check out some vintage cars, and get a little taste of the antique at the 9th Annual Car Show at the Bridgewater Township Library. The event will be held Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. According to a release from the library, about 75 vintage cars will be at the show, and visitors will vote on different criteria for each car, including such categories as Best in Show, Dream Car, Best Paint Job and more. “We started the show as a way to illustrate the beauty and history of vintage vehicles for local car buffs,” said Rich Loomis, the …

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Mother's Day Happenings Throughout the County

May 12 is a great day to celebrate the special woman in your life.

Sometimes there's just not enough days in the week, but every Wednesday we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. And who better to have that time to relax than your own mother on Mother's Day? With May arriving, it is almost time to celebrate that special woman in your life, your mother. Maybe there's a nice gift you want to get her, maybe there is a nice meal you want to cook her. But if you're stumped for ideas, we've got a list of Mother's Day specials around Somerset County, and a little beyond. Where are you planning to take your mother for Mother's Day? Tell us in the comments section below! _ Linda Sadlouskos contributed to this article.

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Explore Environmental Center on Earth Day Scavenger Hunt

Play a game that also teaches about our natural environment — our backyard swamp!

Sometimes there's just not enough days to go around, but each week we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. Next Sunday, April 28, you can celebrate Earth Day and also go on an exciting scavenger hunt when Somerset County's Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge presents the 5th annual Project E.A.R.T.H. (Environment.Awareness .Responsibility.Teaching.Hope) celebration. Project E.A.R.T.H — Swamp Search! will provide adventure, exercise and even cool prizes after a hunt along the EEC's trails that also will educate participants about the importance of the Great Swamp as an ecological and recreational resource. The even is scheduled for noon to 4:30 p.m. at the …

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Piano Player Adds Atmosphere at The Bernards Inn

You can slip into The Bernards Inn most Thursday evenings for a drink and a little jazz piano with John Bianculli.

Sometimes there's just not enough days to go around, but each week we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. This week, we let you know about a Great Escape that you can enjoy many times over. Almost any Thursday evening, you can head on over to The Bernards Inn in downtown Bernardsville to hear piano player John Bianculli play it again — or again — as you enjoy some dinner, a drink or just a quick nibble while you enjoy sophisticated music. Bianculli is a musician and a music teacher from New Jersey who last year was invited to perform at the Bernardsville Library as part of the Friends of the Bernardsville Library's Sunday at Three series. Bianculli performed that …

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Take a Taste of a Cool Treat This Saturday

Red Mango in Basking Ridge offering frozen yogurt with topping at official grand opening celebration on April 6.

Sometimes there's just not enough days to go around, but each week we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. Summer and the warm weather may not have arrived yet, but you can have a preview of one of summer's treats this weekend. Just close your eyes and think of the beach, shorts and flip-flops! The area's newest Red Mango, located in Basking Ridge is going to celebrate the store's grand opening this Saturday, April 6 with an all-day free frozen yogurt giveaway for the community. The event will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., according to Red Mango spokesperson Sharyn Frankel. The shop is at 665 Martinsville Road at the Riverwalk Village Center in Basking Ridge…

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JCC Hosting 'Birds of a Feather'

The Delaware Raptor Center is vising the JCC.

Sometimes there's just not enough days to go around, but each week we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. Want a place to take the kids during their week off from school so they can still have the opportunity to get a little education? Head on over to the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center for Birds of a Feather Day with the Delaware Valley Raptor Center. The organization is dedicated to the rehabilitation and conservation of birds of prey, including hawks, eagles, owls, falcons and vultures. They will be bringing some of their birds to meet kids throughout the day Friday. The program is for children in grades kindergarten through sixth, from 9 a.m. to …

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Join Poet for Tea and Talk at Bernardsville Library

Tap into your literary side by enjoying tea, conversation and a reading with an award-winning poet.

Sometimes there's just not enough days to go around, but each week we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family and just take some time for yourself. This week, those who wish to enjoy a literary experience can attend tea and conversation with award-winning New Jersey poet Anne Marie Macari at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, at the Bernardsville Public Library at 1 Anderson Hill Road in Bernardsville. Julie Maloney of Mendham, director of Women Reading Aloud, will conduct an up-close and personal interview with the poet, a Lambertville resident. WRA and the library are co-hosting Macari's appearance. Audience members also will have a rare opportunity to ask the author questions about her work and her writing …

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St. Patrick's Day Coming in Style to Somerset County

We've got your list of meals, music to fill the day.

Sometimes there's just not enough days to go around, but each week we'll give you an idea of something to do to relax, spend time with family or just take some time for yourself. And now that March is here, we’re getting a jump start on preparing you for the fun of St. Patrick’s Day, with a list of specials and events happening all throughout Somerset County.

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