January 2 - New Jersey Kids To Get "Radio-active", Berkeley Heights - This is a ham radio event by NPARC. Come and make radio contacts with Ham Stations all over world. 908-464-1730 (8711)
January 7 - Tin Bird Choir Concert, Elmer - Alt-folk quartet led by husband and wife Eric and Heather Hurlock.
800-394-1211 (8030)
February 2 - Click, Clack, Moo, Elmer - Children's Theatre
800-394-1211 (8023)
February 4 - Ameranouche Concert, Elmer - This rip-roaring ensemble is a force in the world of acoustic swing, otherwise known as Gypsy Jazz!
800-394-1211 (8029)
February 12 - Jigsaw Jones: The Case of the Class Clown, Elmer - Children's Theatre
800-394-1211 (8022)
March 10 - Taste of Throwing (Parent/Child Workshop), Elmer - Here's your chance to get a taste of creating pottery.
(856)358-2472 (9021)
March 13 - Tunnel Book Art Workshop, Elmer - We'll be making fold tunnel books. We'll be using art supplies to make these fun books. Cost: $35
(856)358-2472 (9025)
March 15 - Mom & Me Aromatherapy, Elmer - Learn how to blend oils to make care products that are earth-friendly and healthy. Cost: $35
(856)358-2472 (9024)
March 18 - Red Molly and Vance Gilbert Concert, Elmer - A night of stellar musicianship and songwriting
800-394-1211 (8036)
March 19 - DRIVE TO THE HOOP 2011, West Long Branch - 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament supporting Prevention First and Monmouth University Women's Basketball.
(8968)
March 19 - Javon Jackson Band, Elmer - Jazz saxophone that sizzles with authority, nuance and excitement.
800-394-1211 (8035)
March 31 - Taste of Throwing (Parent/Child Workshop), Elmer - Here's your chance to get a taste of creating pottery in just one class. Cost: each workshop $30
(856)358-2472 (9026)
April 9 - Enter The Haggis, Elmer - Draws upon a rich Celtic tradition that combines elements of rock pop roots funk and even progrock.
800-394-1211 (8034)
April 10 - Maywood Springtime Family Funfest, Maywood - Filled with fun. Kiddie Rides, Games, great food, live entertainment, music, clowns, merchandise vendors, crafts, and much more.
(201) 998 1144 (9190)
April 16 - Run for the Animals 3K, Freehold - This is a 3k run/walk benefiting the homeless/abused animals of the Monmouth County SPCA. Also a 40 Yard Doggie Dash, run with owner for 40 yards. Also be a DJ, free food, free t-shirts, bracelets, DJ, trophies, raffles, and you can adopt a pet at the race. Time: 10:00 AM
Monmouth Battlefield State Park (9197)
April 30 - May 1 - Lambertville Shad Festival, Lambertville - Rain or shine 2 day event with the area best artists and crafters, food, music and family entertainment
(609) 397 0055 Union and Bridge Streets (9191)
April 30 - New Jersey Folk Festival, New Brunswick -
(732) 932 5775 Eagleton Institute Grounds (9192)
May 6 - The Winterlings Concert, Elmer - With gentle guitar, haunting harmonies and soaring violin.
800-394-1211 (8028)
May 19 - 21 - Seaside Music Festival 2011, Seaside Heights - The Seaside Music Festival is a 3-day event that consists of more than 120 live bands from all different genres. Bands perform on various stages indoors at various venues as well as the outside stage on the boardwalk. (9193)
May 22 - Snips n' Giggles - Help Cut Out Bullying!, Red Bank - Haircuts, music, food and tips for girls!
For appointment, call Glen Goldbaum.
732-530-5588 (9207)
May 28 - Sept. 24 - Cowtown Rodeo, Pilesgrove - Every Saturday Night 7:30 PM
Cowtown Rodeo features all seven rodeo events sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. Come and join hundreds of cowboys and cowgirls as they compete in the traditional sport of the Old West.
856-769-3200 (9194)
June 3 - 26 - New Jersey International Film Festival, New Brunswick - New Jersey has only one media arts center programming year-round -- offering over 100 annual film screenings and events:
732-932-8482 71 Hamilton St. at George St. (9715)
June 4 - Appel Farm Arts & Music Festival, Elmer - Two stages of live music, children's village, craft show.
800-394-1211 (9126)
June 10 -12 - Special Olympics New Jersey Summer Games, Ewing - 609-896-8000 (9716)
June 11 - Victorian Fair, Cape May - A traditional Victorian Fair on the grounds of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May's acclaimed Victorian house museum. The day features music, crafts, collectibles, children's activities, and food. Admission and parking are free.
800-275-4278 (9717)
June 11 - Westfield Street Fair and Craft Show, Westfield -
908-654-1400 (9718)
June 11 -12 - 7th Annual Celtic Festival, Cape May - Join us for the 7th Annual Celtic Festival. 609-898-2300 Historic Cold Spring Village (9719)
July 2 -3 - OH MY GODARD! It's 3-D pop artist Charles Fazzino!, Atlantic City - Join the Oh My Godard Gallery on July 2nd and 3rd, as it welcomes the 3-D world of Charles Fazzino.
(609) 441-2040 (9749)
July 4 - 9 - Cumberland County Fair, Millville - Join us for another great fair.
856-825-3820 Cumberland County Fairgrounds (8673)
July 12 - 17 - Freedom Fest State Fair, Allentown - The Fair promises to be bigger and better than ever with all the entertainment, rides,
813-486-7057 (9848)
July 24 - Blue Ridge Rescue's ANNUAL Pig Roast, Augusta - All YOU can eat Pig Roast Fundraiser. Tickets $12 in advance. Children under 10 eat free
973-670-3924 (9748)
July 29 -31 - New Jersey Festival of Ballooning, Readington - The Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning is the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America and is the premiere family entertainment attraction in New Jersey. (973) 882-5464 Solberg Airport 37 (8401)
July 31 - August 6 - Warren County Farmers' Fair Featuring the Hot Air Balloon Festival, Phillipsburg - The excitement of a Balloon Festival, seasoned with down-home goodness of our agricultural bounty. 908-859-6563 Intersection of County Rt. 519 and Strykers Road (8497)
August 1 - 7 - Middlesex County Fair, East Brunswic - Rides by Skellys, Pony Rides, Home and Garden Exhibits, Pig Races,4H and Animal Displays, Food Vendors, Crafts Demonstrations,Agriculture Displays and Free Entertainment and Attractions Daily.
732-257-8858 (9893)
August 5 -14 - New Jersey State Fair, Augusta - This is one annual event that you don't want to miss! (973) 948-5500 (8400)
August 5 - 14 - New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm & Horse Show, Augusta - Theme this Year: Where Farm Meets Fun!
Where Farm Meets Fun!!! A 10 day event in the Sussex Skylands in northwest NJ. The Fair features agricultural events and education, animals, exhibits, horse show, carnival, petting zoo, vendors, craft tent, flower and vegetable shows, art and photography,
973-948-5500 Sussex County Fairgrounds (9894)
August 5 - 7 - Camden County 4-H Fair, Mullica Hill - Theme this Year: Making the Best Better
856-566-2900 4-H Fairgrounds (9895)
August 6 - Bergen County 4-H and Master Gardener's Fair, Paramus - Informative, educational demonstrations and hands-on activities.
201-336-6785 (9924)
August 9 - 12 - Salem County Fair, Woodstown - Theme this Year: An Old Time Country Fair
856-769-0414 Salem County Fairgrounds (9896)
August 10 -12 - Somerset County 4-H Fair, Bridgewater - Animals, Art and Science Tents, Horse, Dog, and Livestock Shows. Go-Karts, Model Trains, Planes, RC Cars, Rockets, Hands on activities for kids in twelve (12) 4-H tents. Free Entertainment all day.
(908) 526-6644 4-H Fairgrounds at North Branch Park Milltown Road (9897)
August 11 - 13 - Atlantic County 4-H Fair, Mays Landing - Since 1948, one of the most exciting 4-H events that takes place each summer is the annual county fair. The 4-H Fair features 4-H project displays, live entertainment, commercial exhibitors, amusement rides, games, small animal and livestock shows and exhibits.
(609)625-0056 David C. Wood 4-H Center and Fairgrounds (9898)
August 24 - 28 - Hunterdon CO 4-H and Agricultural Fair, Ringoes - (908) 782-6809 Hunterdon County 4-H and Agricultural Fairgrounds (9899)
September 11 - Irish American Festival, Rockaway Twp - Rain or Shine. Mass at 10:30 am. Traditional Irish Music & Dancing; Celtic Arts; Irish Vendors & Food Vendors.
973-366-5980 Cultural Center (9901)
September 12 - December 10 - Arts and Music Classes, Elmer - Come to Appel Farm to Discover the Arts! Sign up for one of our Art Classes or Workshops today!
856-358-2472 (9958)
September 18 - Champions of the Grill Community Festival, Augusta - Grilling Championship, Classic Car Show,crafts, food, prizes, idol contest.
973-579-1811 New Jersey State Fairgrounds (9902)
October 7 - 9 - 33rd Annual Deerfield Township Harvest Festival, Bridgeton - Salutes farming, America, Hometown Heroes. Music, amusements, art & crafts, parade, food, fireworks.
856-455-3200 (9978)
October 7 - The Berrys, Elmer - The Berrys sing to folk and folk rock audiences with a warm originality.
800-394-1211 (9969)
October 29 - Sleepy Hollow Halloween Show, Elmer - Sleepy Hollow, 1799 - Hobgoblins make an appearance in this spooky--but not scary, Halloween tale. 800-394-1211 (9972)
October 29 - Peter Yarrow, Elmer - Legendary musician of Peter, Paul & Mary. Pre-show Conversation & Dinner also available.
800-394-1211 (9975)
November 5 - Hezekiah Jones, Elmer - A collection of Philadelphia-area artists with their own brand of alternative folk music.
800-394-1211 (9968)
November 12 - Laura Ingalls Wilder, Elmer - Exciting adventure of a family as they travel across the prairie in search of a little house.
800-394-1211 (9971)
November 19 - Rene Marie, Elmer - René Marie is an award-winning singer whose style includes jazz, soul, blues and gospel.
800-394-1211 (9974)
December 2 - Jessi Teich, Elmer - Inspired by a diversity of artists including Carole King, Fiona Apple, Ani DiFranco & more.
800-394-1211 (9967)
December 3 - Livinston Taylor, Elmer - Singer-songwriter, Livingston Taylor is an Appel Farm favorite. Pre-show dinner available.
800-394-1211 (9973)
December 10 - Jingle Bell The Cat, Elmer - Everything is quiet until the cat appears and disrupts the holiday party plans of the mice.
800-394-1211 (9970)
December 17 - 4th Annual Holiday Craft and Vendor Show, East Brunswick - To benefit the EBHS Drama Club and the East Brunswick Young Adult Charity Players Arts Programs.
877-224-1771 (9981)
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The festival will featured more than 125 sport and special-shaped balloons, barnstorming and vintage airplane exhibits, live musical entertainment, arts & crafts, fireworks, balloon glow, and other non-stop entertainment.