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CATS at Centenary Stage!

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A marathon of musicals light up the Centenary Little Theatre this June as the Centenary Stage Company presents the Young Performers Workshop SPRING FESTIVAL OF SHOWS, featuring the legendary Broadway musical CATS along with the hit musicals CABARET, BYE BYE BIRDIE, and THE ACT. Performances run from June 1-June 10 in the Centenary Little Theatre on the campus of Centenary College in Hackettstown, NJ.   The YPW Spring Festival features more than 80 young performers, ages 8 – 18, from Warren, Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset and Sussex Counties.

Composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber ...


Get Carried Away!

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This year has been a busy year for our family.  We recently introduced a new family member, our sweet Jack Russell, Olive, to our home.  She has adjusted so well that we can't imagine there was a time without her here.

When we first picked her up, I didn't have the right products for her.  I found a pet carrier to take her home and thought it would work great.  It did ok for a couple of uses.  But, then I went out of town and took her ...

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G Is For Garden State Giveaway!

"What do George Washington, ice cream cones, and a Hadrosaurus have in common? They are among the many treasures offered by the state of New Jersey and appear in a book written by Eileen Cameron and illustrated by Washington Township resident Doris Ettlinger."

I received a copy of G is for Garden State: A New Jersey Alphabet to check out and loved it!  My kids and I enjoyed reading up on all the great things that make New Jersey unique from A-Z.  The illustrations were fantastic, which one can always ...

What to Expect When You're Expecting

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Inspired by the perennial New York Times bestseller of the same name, WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING is a hilarious and heartfelt big-screen comedy about five couples whose intertwined lives are turned upside down by the challenges of impending parenthood. 
 
Over the moon about starting a family, TV fitness guru Jules and dance show star Evan find that their high-octane celebrity lives don’t stand a chance against the surprise demands of pregnancy. Baby-crazy author and advocate Wendy gets a taste of her own militant mommy advice when ...

This Week's Picks:

May 12th through May 20th

Saturday, May 12 - Town Wide Garage Sale Union Township

Come support Cub Scout Pack 119 and pick up some great finds at the town wide Union Township garage sale at the middle school.  Pick up a map to find other participating sales in the town and enjoy Kona Ice
Where: Union Township Middle School
165 Perryville Rd
Hampton, NJ
When: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: varies, $2 for map to participating houses
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Monday, May 14 - Storytime

Join us on our children's stage for Storytime! All ages are welcome. We feature classics and our new favorites including some books on NOOK! Help foster a love of reading in your little one!
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
When: 11:00 AM (ends 8/27/12)
Who: all children
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 15 - Children's Programs

Story Time for three-to-five year olds is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 in the meeting room. The children, and the parents or care-givers who choose to stay, are entertained mainly by picture books, but with some poetry, scissor stories, or drawn stories mixed in. A craft related to the weekly theme completes the session, which generally runs a little longer than a half hour.
Where: meeting room of Flemington Free Library, 118 Main Street, Flemington
When: 10:30 am Tuesdays for 3-5 years, 10:30 am on Wednesdays for 2-3 years
Who: 3-5 years/2-3 years
How: Call (908) 782-5733, or visit flemingtonlibrary@gmail.com
Cost: free
For more info: parents or care-givers invited to stay
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Tuesday, May 15 - Storytime at the library

storytime
Where: Lambertville Free Public Library 6 Lilly Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Telephone: (609) 397-0275
When: 10:00 AM (every Tuesday at 10 and 10:30am)
Who: children under 5
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, May 16 - Rhyme Tyme with Mother Goose

 Nursery Rhymes, stories, songs, and activities.
Where: Flemington Presbyterian Nursery School Flemington, NJ
When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM (every Wednesday until May 9, 2012)
Who: children (and an adult!) ages 2-5
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info:  info@fpnurseryschool.org Flem
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Wednesday, May 16 - Toddler Tales

The Wednesday Toddler Tales program, for two-to-three year olds, also takes place in the meeting room at 10:30. For this group, children must be accompanied by an adult. Stories are geared to the younger age level and are interspersed with songs and finger-plays. A simple craft activity ends the thirty minutes.
Where: Flemington Free Public Library 118 Main St Flemington, NJ
When: 10:30 AM
Who: ages 2-3
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.flemingtonpubliclibrary.org/id17.html
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Wednesday, May 16 - Children's Storytime & Activity

reading and activity
Where: Clinton Book Shop 12 East Main Street Clinton, NJ
When: 10:30 AM
Who: children
How: show up
Cost: $2
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Wednesday, May 16 - Mommy & Me Crafts

Come join us for some mommy and me time, have fun making crafts together
Every Wednesday through May 30th
Where: Michael's Flemington
325 Hwy 202
Flemington, NJ
When: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: sign up at least 24 hours before call 788-9220
Cost: $5 plus materials
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Wednesday, May 16 - Toddler Skate

Toddler skate
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57 Broadway NJ
When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: under 7 years old
How: show up
Cost: $2 per child
For more info: http://villarollerrink.com/cal.htm
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Wednesday, May 16 - Storytime at the Tewksbury Library

storytime
Where: Tewksbury Library 31 Old Turnpike Road, Oldwick, NJ 08858
Telephone: (908) 439-3761
When: 2:00 PM (every Wednesday)
Who: children under 5--must be able to sit and listen to a book
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, May 16 - Open Skate

open skate
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57 Broadway, NJ
When: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: $2
For more info: http://villarollerrink.com/cal.htm
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Wednesday, May 16 - Teen Cafe Outdoor Art Show

Start work on your own art piece that you can display.  BRING YOUR OWN CANVAS (ANY SIZE) & WEAR OLD CLOTHES! 
Where: Hunterdon County Library Headquarters
314 State Route 12
Flemington NJ 08822
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: grades 5-9
How: registration required call 908-788-1432
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, May 17 - G is for Garden State Storywalk!

Take a stroll and read a story page by page.  Scavenger hunt and book signing with award winning illustrator Dors Ettlinger to celebrate her new book G is for Garden State. 1st 200 children will receive free giveaways
Where: Begins at the Washington BID office 21 Belvidere Ave and ends at Washington Library 20 W. Carlton Ave
When: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (5/17, rain date of 5/24)
Who: everyone
How: email # of children attending to admin@washingtonbid.org 
Cost: FREE
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Friday, May 18 - Creative Scarecrow Workshop

What is a Creative Scarecrow you ask? Reused, recycled, repurposed art sculptures!  Join Recreation Leader Liz Fulmer and help her make creative scarecrows which will be used for the “Scarecrow Project,” this October. So join us and sign up for a workshop, or make a date for your group.  
Where: Arboretum, 1020 Rt 31, Lebanon, Clinton Township
When: 2:00-5:00pm or 6:30-9:30 pm
Who: ages 8 and up accompanied by a parent
How: Registration is required and  size is limited. Made from things like old window frames, cans, flower pots, computer parts, old chairs, milk jugs, plastic pipes and much, much more...the limit is your imagination!
Cost: FREE-- Bring any items that you would like to donate to the project
For more info: This September the Arboretum lawn will come alive with a Scarecrow Gathering! Just visit our website & click on “Parks & Recreation” in September to obtain a list of parks and trails that the Scarecrows will be hiking on and collect all of their names to win.
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Friday, May 18 - Free Day at the Philadelphia Museum of Art

 All galleries will be open in both the main Museum building and the Perelman Building, showcasing more than 2,000 years of exceptional human creativity in masterpieces of painting, sculpture, works on paper, decorative arts and architecture. Free admission includes special exhibitions, public tours, and Art After 5 with Cuban-born jazz drummer Francisco Mela.This year’s theme of International Museum Day, which is dedicated to promoting the value of museums in society, will focus on the evolving role of museum is a changing world.
Where: The Philadelphia Museum of Art
26th Street and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19130
When: 10:00 AM - 8:45 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Friday, May 18 - Storytime at the Bunnvale Library

Story and craft
Where: Bunnvale Library 7 Bunnvale Road
Ph: (908) 638-8884
When: 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: ages 2-5 accompanied by an adult
How: register each week by calling 908-638-8884
Cost: FREE
For more info: through end of March
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Friday, May 18 - Movie Night

Movie night  5/18 Bedtime Stories PG, 5/25 Moneyball PG-13, 6/1 Golden Compass PG-13, 6/8 Kung Fu Panda 2 PG
Where: Thee Ice Cream Parlor
299 S. Main St
Flemington, NJ 08822
When: 7:00 PM (every Friday night)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: movie is free, purchase some ice cream to go with it!
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Friday, May 18 - Open Skate at Villa Roller Rink

open skate
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57 Broadway, NJ
When: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Who: all ages
How: show up
Cost: $5
For more info: http://villarollerrink.com/cal.htm
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - Where the Wild Things Are

An original story ballet inspired by Maurice Sendak's "Where The Wild things Are". Saturday, May 19 at 2pm and 5pm, and Sunday, May 20 at 1pm and 4pm.
Where: Red Oak Ballet Academy
Country Plaza 56 Payne Rd, Suite 17 Lebanon, NJ
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: Tickets are available at the door, by phone 908-735-4222, or email info@redoakballet.com
Cost: Adults: $10 Children under 12: $7 Children under 2: Free
For more info: These performances are each about 1 hour, including intermission. Appropriate for all ages.
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Saturday, May 19 - The Sergeantsville Farmers' Market

Everything from Alpacas to Zucchini! Welcome to the Sergeantsville Farmer’s Market! Located on Route 604 across the street from the Delaware Township municipal building, the Sergeantsville Farmer’s Market is where you can find the freshest vegetables, best quality meats and the finest hand-made goods around. Visit us every Saturday from 8:30am to noon!
Where: Located on Route 604 across the street from the Delaware Township municipal building
When: every Saturday until September
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: rain or shine
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - The Doodlebops Musical Playdate

Get movin' and groovin with childrens favorite band in The Doodlebops Musical Playdate. Join rock stars DeeDee, Rooney, and Moe as they sing their favorite songs, tell their wackiest jokes and show off their funkiest dance moves.
Where: Sesame Place
Langhorne, PA
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: purchase tickets
Cost: varies
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Saturday, May 19 - A Thousand Cranes

A Thousand Cranes is based on the true story of the young Japanese girl Sadako Sasaki who inspired an international peace movement. A poignant and highly stylized piece, A Thousand Cranes combines Japanese and American language, music and dance, and highlights Japanese society in the after-math of World War II.
Where: Centenary Stage Co
400 Jefferson St
Hackettstown, NJ
When: 11:00 AM (5/19)
Who: all ages
How: purchase tickets online
Cost: $10 for adults, $8 for children
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Saturday, May 19 - Open Skate

open skate
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57
Broadway, NJ
When: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: $5
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Sunday, May 20 - Super Grover's Super Hero Party

Calling all "Super Kids" grab your cape and join Super Grover for a soaring good time, delicious meal and an action-packed dinner full of singing, dancing and loads of fun!
Where: Sesame Place
Langhorne, PA
When: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: reservations required
Cost: Charge for dine in event + Sesame Place admission tickets
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Sunday, May 20 - African Children's Choir

Come join the 38th African Children’s Choir as they perform in our community during their US Tour at a concert hosted by Bethlehem Presbyterian Church in Pittstown.  Come and experience a performance that shows the beauty, dignity and potential of each African child. The African Children’s Choir melts the hearts of audiences with their charming smiles, beautiful voices and lively African songs and dances. The program features well-loved children’s songs, traditional Spirituals and rhythmic Gospel favorites. 




Where: North Hunterdon High School
Rt 31
When: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6pm)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: Admission will be free for all ages; a free-will offering will follow the Choir’s concert.
For more info:  The African Children’s Choir has been Music for Life’s major international program during its 27-year history. Music for Life Institute (MFLI) has relief and development programs in seven African countries. MFLI has currently educated over 52,000 children and hundreds of thousands of lives have been impacted by Music for Life Institute’s international relief and development programs.
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Plan Ahead:

May 21st through June 15th

Monday, May 21 through Tuesday, May 22 - Cole Bros Circus

The circus comes to Phillipsburg Mall!
Where: Phillipsburg Mall
Route 22
Phillipsburg, NJ
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: find pricing and download coupons online
Cost: varies
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Wednesday, May 23 - BUILD A KESTREL/SCREECH-OWL BOX WORKSHOP

Threatened Species bird box. If you live on or near agricultural land or meadows, you can help them out by offering a home through a box.  During the program, we will learn about both birds and then assemble the boxes together. Please bring your own Phillips screwdrivers.  
Where: Echo Hill
42 Lilac Drive, Clinton Township
When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (5/23)
Who: ages 8 and up
How: Registration required for more information call the Parks Department at (908) 782-1158
Cost: $18 per box, limit one box per family
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Friday, May 25 - Friday Night Music Live

Enjoy live music every Friday night throughout the summer in Clinton's Historic District
Where: Downtown Clinton, NJ
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Friday, May 25 - Friday Night Fireworks

Popular 10 minute fireworks display of the Delaware River every Friday night.  Shops stay open late, too, so make a night of it! Enjoy live music, as well.
Where: Lambertville, NJ
When: 9:30 PM (every Friday through the end of August)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE, but you can make a contribution to the fireworks fund
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Saturday, May 26 - Build & Grow at Lowe's

Come build a project at Lowe's! 5/12 picture frame planter
5/26 ice cream truck
Where: Your local Lowe's
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: children up to age 12
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx
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Saturday, May 26 through Monday, May 28 - Free Weekend at Riegel Ridge Pool

Come kick off summer at Riegel Ridge Community Pool!
Where: Riegel Ridge Community Pool
Holland Township, NJ
When: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM (5/26-28)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE all weekend!
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Sunday, May 27 - Memorial Day Celebration at Sesame Place

Come play at Sesame Place and celebrate Memorial Day with a bbq and fireworks
Where: Sesame Place
Langhorne, PA
When: all day 5/27
Who: everyone
How: purchase Sesame Street admission tickets, fireworks included
Cost: BBQ  reservations needed, at an additional cost to admission
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Friday, June 1 through Saturday, June 2 - Museums On Us

Every first full weekend of the month, if you are a Bank of America customer, you can visit over 150 locations for free!
Where: Museums throughout NJ and NY (and across the country) http://museums.bankofamerica.com/
When: all weekend
Who: Bank of America customers
How: Bring your ID and your Bank of America card to get a free admission for each card holder
Cost: FREE with card
For more info: http://museums.bankofamerica.com/
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Friday, June 1 - Calling All CARS Fans!

There will be snacks, games, and crafts—including a special craft to take home for Dad! Fathers, mothers, and all other caretakers welcome! 
Where: Hunterdon County Library Headquarters
314 State Route 12
Flemington NJ 08822
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (6/1)
Who: children ages 3 and up
How:
 908-788-1432 Registration is required.  Opens up May 23rd at 9am
Cost: FREE
For more info: This program is limited to 50 children.
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Friday, June 1 - The Youth Center Summer Camp Open House

Come meet some of the staff, learn about summer camp.  Refreshments, games, prizes, arts & crafts
Where: The Youth Center
16 Hampton Rd
Glen Gardner, NJ
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (6/1)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 2 through Sunday, June 10 - CATS

CATS is a musical composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot. The show tells the story of a tribe of cats called the Jellicles and the night they make what is known as "the Jellicle choice" and decide which cat will ascend to the Heavyside Layer and come back to a new life.
Part of the Young Performers Workshop
Where: Centenary Stage Company
Hackettstown, NJ
When: 6/2-10
Who: everyone
How: purchase tickets online
Cost: $10 for adults and $8 for children under 12
For more info: Sat., June 2 @ 8PM
Sun., June 3 @ 4PM
Sat., June 9 @ 2PM
Sun., June 10 @ 7PM
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Saturday, June 2 - Kids Workshop

  The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.

The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.

In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
Where: Your local Home Depot store
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: ages 5-12
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, June 2 - Babies/Children's Tag Sale

Shop from a selection of gently-used (and new) babies & children’s clothing, shoes, toys, baby gear, books, DVDs, and more… Save up to 90% off retail prices!
Where: Polish American Club, 29 Kline Blvd., Whitehouse Station, NJ (The sign out front says “Liberty Hall”)
When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM (6/2)
Who: everyone
How: Show up! For more info, please call 908.751.1563 or e-mail jvmomof2@rocketmail.com
Cost: varies
For more info: Sponsored by: Hunterdon County Mothers of Multiples (a 501c3 non-profit organization)
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Saturday, June 2 - Pottersville Preschool Open House

Special Open House. Same day as the Pottersville's Town Garage Sale! Please stop by to meet the director, and take a peek at this charming preschool. Registration fees will be waived for those who attend.
Where: Pottersville Preschool
2091 Black River Rd
Pottersville, NJ
When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (6/2)
Who: parents of preschoolers
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: contact Nancy Campbell at 908 439-3913 or email
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Tuesday, June 5 - Lego Build

One day each month you can learn how to build a cool LEGO mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. A new model will be available every month and will be specially themed to that month
Where: Bridgewater Commons Mall--Lego Store
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: ages 6-14
How: show up early!
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://stores.lego.com/en-us/StoreEvents.aspx
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Saturday, June 9 - Open House Boot Camp for A Cause

Fitness boot camp for busy moms. June 9 Flemington Boot Camps will be raising money for Girls On The Run, an after school enrichment program for girls ages 7-13. Money raised will go directly to GOTR so young girls can build confidence, stand up for themselves and be proud of themselves!
Where: 67 Church St. Flemington. At ATA Martial Arts (next to Reebok outlet) and offered by Flemington Boot Camps.
When: 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM (6/9)
Who: Moms and other women (men are allowed at all charity events, too!) Beginners are encouraged to come!
How: Contact Marie at 908-963-5257 or Marie@FlemingtonBootCamps.com or just show up!
Cost: $10 minimum donation
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Saturday, June 9 - Young Astronomer's Night


Galileo and the Moons of Jupiter: A short presentation will be followed by hands-on activites, designed to create a fun learning atmosphere.

Where: NJAA Observatory
251 County Road Route 513 Glen Gardner, NJ
When: 6:30 PM (6/9)
Who: children interested in astronomy
How: registration is required by calling 638-8500, beginning 5/26
Cost: FREE
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Friday, June 15 - Flag Day Parade

Decorate your bikes and wagons with patriotic trims and join the parade down Main Street. Bike safety talk by Clinton Police Department. Kids enjoy free refreshments after the parade. Enjoy live music following the parade until 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Clinton, NJ
When: 6:30 PM (6/15)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Kids Bowl Free

Summer Fun

Select bowling centers and schools around the country are participating in the “Kids Bowl Free” program. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer.

Children whose age does not exceed a limit by a participating bowling center are eligible to register for 2 free games a day, all summer long, courtesy of the particpating bowling centers along with the schools and organizations.

Adult can also join in the fun for ...


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Box City

The 2nd Annual Box City is being “constructed” right now.  This is a very unique event and exciting fundraiser for Family Promise of Hunterdon County, Inc. (incorporating Interfaith Hospitality Network of Hunterdon County).  Box City is a fundraiser where participants raise pledges to become a Citizen of Box City and then sleep in a box overnight to raise money and awareness for homelessness in our own county.  The event will be held at Hunterdon Central High School starting at 6pm on Saturday June 2nd and concluding on Sunday June 3rd ...

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Terracotta Warriors

Our family is fascinated with history, so we naturally love to do things to learn more about it.  This past weekend, we went to New York City and got to explore the new exhibit at Discovery Times Square, Terracotta Warriors.

I am not familiar with Chinese history, but quickly learned so much at this exhibition.  After a 1970's discovery in China, lifesize terracotta sculptures were unearthed, which led to the incredible discovery of the entire tomb of China's first emperor, dating back to 221 BC.  It was fascinating ...

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