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Hey Y'all,
Hope you're having a fantastic week. Weather looks like it's calling for rain on Sunday, so bring an umbrella if you're planning an outing that day.
So if you're looking for something to do, I've got the goods here: |
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Holiday Gift Sale, Plainsboro, 10:30AM - 4:00PM
The Plainsboro Public Library will host its Friends Holiday Spectacular Sale from November 7 to 9, offering visitors a festive shopping experience featuring authentic nutcrackers, seasonal gifts, and a silent auction for a set of four Hitchcock chairs. The event runs daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the library’s Community Room, with proceeds supporting local library programs. More info here Lake Candle Lighting, Far Hills, 5:30 - 7:00PMLeonard J. Buck Garden will host Thankful Lights, a floating luminary event on Friday, November 7, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Participants will craft and decorate their own lanterns with personal messages before releasing them onto the Lower Pond in a peaceful evening display. All materials are provided, and pre-registration is required. The event fee is $20 per person, more info here First Fridays Art & Sound at the Station, Asbury Park, 5:00 - 8:00PM
Asbury Park continues its monthly First Fridays Art & Sound at the Station on November 7th, turning the Transportation Center into a lively arts hub from 5 to 8 p.m. The event features local artists, musicians, and craft vendors in a pop-up showcase that celebrates creativity and community. It’s a free, recurring celebration of Asbury Park’s thriving arts scene. More info here Central Jersey Collectable Card Show, Manalapan, 3:00 - 8:00PM
Collectors and sports fans can head to Manalapan for the Central Jersey Fall Classic Sports Card, Pokémon & TCG Big Show at MultiSports Kingdom on November 7 and 8. The event features more than 150 tables showcasing vintage and modern cards, memorabilia, graded and sealed products, and hobby boxes. Show hours run from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. More info here Jersey Shore Restaurant Week, Monmouth, All DayJersey Shore Restaurant Week returns to Monmouth County from the 7th to the 16th, offering diners the chance to enjoy three-course meals at special fixed prices. Running across participating local restaurants, the event invites food lovers to experience everything from casual coastal fare to fine dining. It’s the ideal opportunity to explore new spots or revisit local favorites along the Shore. View participating restaurants here
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Stunt Dog Show, New Brunswick, 2:00PMFamilies can catch The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show at the New Jersey State Theatre, featuring a team of rescue dogs performing thrilling tricks alongside their trainers, many of whom adopted the pups from shelters. Known from shows like America’s Got Talent and Nickelodeon Unleashed, these dogs perform family-friendly stunts that highlight their agility and charm. The event welcomes all ages, with special seating and ticketing rules for young children. Tickets start at $22, and can be found here Full Circle Art Showcase, Peapack, 3:00 - 6:00PMArts Access will host its signature event, Full Circle 2025: The Making of an Artist, on Saturday, November 8. The multidisciplinary showcase highlights original works by artists with disabilities through a gallery of paintings and sculptures, along with a multimedia stage show featuring dance, drama, and creative writing. The event celebrates artistic ability and self-expression, with proceeds supporting Arts Access’ mission to empower artists of all abilities. Tickets are $50, and can be purchased here Outdoor Art Market, Princeton, 11:00AM - 4:00PM
Downtown Princeton will host its annual artisan market on Saturday, November 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., featuring more than 100 local creators. Shoppers can browse a wide array of handcrafted goods, including ceramics, jewelry, textiles, artwork, and home décor, from both returning favorites and new artists. The one-day event promises a lively celebration of creativity and craftsmanship in the heart of Princeton. More info here Fall Craft Show, Tinton Falls, 9:00AM - 2:00PMThe Fort Monmouth Recreation Center in Tinton Falls will host its Fall Craft Show on Saturday, November 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers can browse gifts from more than 40 local vendors offering handmade items such as jewelry, pottery, home décor, sea glass art, and seasonal wreaths, just in time for the holidays. Admission is free, more info here Our Town, Basking Ridge, 7:30 - 10:00PM
The American Theater Group will present Thornton Wilder’s classic play “Our Town” at the Sieminski Theater in Basking Ridge, offering a moving portrayal of small-town life in Grovers Corners, New Hampshire. Directed by Merete Muenter, the production explores love, family, and mortality through Wilder’s timeless storytelling. The venue provides free on-site parking and is fully ADA accessible. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased here
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Winery Weekend Music Series,, 12:00PM - 5:00PMTerhune Orchards Vineyard & Winery invites guests to enjoy its Winery Weekend Music Series every Saturday and Sunday through November, from 12 to 5 p.m. Visitors can sip award-winning wines, savor light bites, and relax by the fire pits starting November 21, when hot mulled wine joins the menu. Live music from 1 to 4 p.m. and treats like s’mores and hot cocoa for kids make it an ideal fall outing for families and friends. Admission is free, more info here AP'N3 Film Challenge Premiere, Ocean Grove, 6:30 - 8:00PMThe Asbury Park Arts Council will host the AP'N3 Film Challenge Premiere on November 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m., showcasing the top short films created during this year’s competition. The event will feature the best 3-minute entries from the ON LOCATION and NO BORDERS categories, with prizes awarded by judges and an audience favorite vote. The screening celebrates local filmmakers and Asbury Park’s growing independent film scene. Tickets are $17.85, and can be purchased here Ashbury Winter Farmers Market, Ocean Grove, 10:00AM - 1:00PM
The Asbury FRESH Winter Farmers Market returns to Ocean Grove on Sunday, November 9, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering a cozy indoor shopping experience filled with local food vendors and farm-fresh goods. With 20 vendors participating, shoppers can enjoy seasonal produce, baked treats, and specialty foods while connecting with local makers. The winter series runs through March at 66 South Main Street, bringing the community together for nine scheduled markets. More info here
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Hope to see you out there this weekend! If you think someone would want to go to one of these events, be sure to forward them this newsletter!
Finally, if you want to see more of a certain type of event on here, email back and let me know! I'd be happy to try to include more of them in future newsletters!
Until next time, |
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