Well, here we are… the beginning of the holiday season in New Jersey. Time to reflect on our blessings and give thanks and, for many of us, time to kick off the Christmas season as well. There’s a lot going on around New Jersey this week, with many events centering around Thanksgiving and the beginning of the Christmas season.… Read more...
Happy Monday! This week’s top things to do in New Jersey feature historic Thanksgiving celebrations, the commemoration of a major event in our nation’s quest for independence, a fantastic musical production that audience members of all ages will love, and the kickoff of a spectacular holiday light show that’s sure to become a treasured Christmas memory!… Read more...
With chilly weather approaching here in New Jersey, many of us are going to be looking for fun indoor things to do – especially those of us with kids! As a mom, I love when I can find an educational place to take my kids that’s fun as well.… Read more...
One of the things that makes this time of the year in New Jersey unique is the enormous cranberry harvest that takes place in the Pine Barrens each fall. Garden State farms rank 3rd in the United States for cranberry production, no small feat considering our small size (and the even smaller area within the state that is suitable for growing cranberries).… Read more...
Well, as we head further into fall and the days get shorter and chillier, all those fun New Jersey fall festivals are winding down. No worries though – there’s still tons of fun things to do in New Jersey this week! From thrilling acrobatic performances to a world-class chamber music concert at one of New Jersey’s finest concert halls, there’s plenty to do and see this week.… Read more...
Hi there! Can you believe it’s Monday already? Hope you all had a great weekend and a happy Halloween! This week, there are lots of things to do in New Jersey that celebrate the arts. From ballet to jazz music to the visual arts to improvisational comedy, there’s something for everyone in New Jersey this week.… Read more...
Lots of fun things to do this week in New Jersey as we head into November later this week! From one of the largest RV shows in New Jersey, to a 5K Fun Run that supports a great New Jersey organization, to a family-friendly multicultural celebration of El Diá de los Muertos – there’s something for everyone in New Jersey this week.… Read more...
In June of 1777, one of the largest battles of the Revolutionary War took place on the rolling farm fields and woodlands of Monmouth Court House in Central New Jersey. It was a sweltering hot day, and nearly as many men died from heatstroke as did from losses to the enemy.… Read more...
Are you loving this cool fall weather as much as I am? I adore this time of year here in New Jersey – the crisp, cool air… the beautiful fall colors… and the PUMPKIN EVERYTHING! Pumpkin spice coffee, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin chili, and – oh yes – PUMPKIN BUTTER!!!… Read more...
Well, the theme of this week’s “Top 5” post is definitely Halloween! All over the state, there are awesome things to do to celebrate Halloween in New Jersey. From kid-friendly Halloween events to spookier ghost walks to classic Halloween stories told through musical theater and ballet, there are lots of things to do in New Jersey this week to celebrate what has become one of the most popular events of the year.… Read more...
