AboutNewJersey.com - New Jersey (NJ) Event Guide - Listing of NJ Events for you and your family to enjoy.

My Wonderful Day - Red Bank, Monmouth County
May 15 - 20, 23 - 27, 30 - 31 & June 1 - 3,
Winnie Barnstairs, a nearly 9-year-old, Anglo-Caribbean girl from south London, has a school assignment to write an essay about her day. By chance, she is spending it with her mother, a house cleaner who works for a rich, unhappily married, minor television celebrity. Instructed to get on with her homework, Winnie sits quietly with her notebook and does just that, observing and recording all the events around her…even as the day turns into an increasingly frenetic domestic farce of marital infidelity, volcanic egos, and comic misunderstandings.

Met Ring Cycle - West Long Branch, Monmouth County
May 7th, 9th, 14h,16th, and 21st.
The confirmed title for the "Ring" documentary is "Wagner's Dream'. Please make sure to buy your tickets for this and for the other exhibitions after the performances in the ring cycle.

Preschool Adventures in Art and Storytelling - New Brunswick, Middlesex County
Available by appointment October through June, Tuesday through Friday.
Preschool Adventures in Art and Storytelling is available by appointment October through June, Tuesday through Friday, for groups of ten to 36 children (recommended for ages 3 1/2 to 5 years old). Each 75-minute session includes 30 minutes of storytelling with a professional storyteller, an age-appropriate museum tour, a musical art-hunt parade, and a drawing activity in the gallery.

Mansion in May - Morristown, Morris County
May 1 - 31
The Women’s Association of Morristown Medical Center presents its 16th Mansion In May. Mansion In May is a Designer Showhouse and Gardens tour featuring the area's top interior and landscape designers. Held every two - three years since 1974, Mansion In May is the premiere designer showhouse in New Jersey. More than 20,000 visitors are expected to attend the 2012 Showhouse, held daily throughout the month of May, with café dining and boutique shopping.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey presents Dragons - Trenton, Mercer County
May 16-20
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents DRAGONS is a once in a millennium event that honors The Year of the Dragon. Circus performers from the farthest reaches of the earth have assembled for Ringling Bros.® Presents DRAGONS to showcase their astounding acts of bravery and astonishing athleticism. Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson presides over this fantastical celebratory tournament of circus champions that brings together mystic dragon lore with authentic circus feats. DRAGONS is a never-before-seen blend of renowned spiritual and real life legends that can be found only at The Greatest Show On Earth®!

Cape May's 20th Century Renaissance: From the Pages of The First Resort Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
April 27 - Nov. 4, 2012 (confirm exact dates)
This Carriage House Gallery exhibit at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., is guest curated by the book’s author, Ben Miller. Visitors will be treated to rare photographs, video and a multitude of artifacts showcasing the years immediately before and after the city’s Urban Renewal movement. Memories will abound for longtime visitors and residents, while more recent travelers will be introduced to a side of Cape May they’ve never seen.

Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey - Madison, Morris County
Tuesday, February 28th - Sunday, September 2nd
The exhibit, Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey, tells the story of Early America through the crafts of spinning and weaving, following the process from gathering the raw materials to preparing the materials, to working the materials, to fine finished products.

Nature Discvoery Time - Ringwood, Passaic County
April 19 & May 17
Hikes for Pre-schoolers. Explore the wild wonders of Weis with associate naturalist Margaret Blewett. These short nature discovery hikes and hands-on activities are perfect for pre-schoolers ages 3 to 5. L

The Secret Garden - Pitman, Gloucester County
April 27th - May 20th, 2012 (Fri - Sun)
Based on the 1911 novel of the same name by Frances Hodgson Burne. This musical is suitable for all audiences. Perfect for the entire family, this enchanting children's literature classic has been re-imagined in a brilliant musicalization.

Fine Art and Crafts at Verona Park - Verona, Essex County
May 19 - 20
140 Juried, professional fine artists, craftspeople and photographers displaying and selling their unique work in lovely Essex County park.

Rug Hooking Workshop - Madison, Morris County
Saturday, May 19th
Learn the art of rug hooking with skilled fiber artist Susan Hoekstra, owner of Foxview Needlepoint & Rug Hooking of Long Valley.

Muses in the Vineyard - Belvidere, Warren County
May 19th
Muses in the Vineyard is a festival of music, of the women, by the women and for EVERYONE. Foul Rift Productions, Inc. is pleased to announce this years event is May 19 2012 and is being hosted at Four Sisters Winery.

Spotlight Tours - New Brunswick, Middlesex County
Nov 6, 13, 20, Dec 4, 11, 18, 2011 and Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 26, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr 1, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 20, Jun 3, 10, 24, 2012
Take a break from the ordinary and immerse yourself in art at the Zimmerli. Join a docent educator in the lobby every Sunday at 2:00pm for an informal and informative introduction to the collection.

Basics of Birding - Ringwood, Passaic County
April. 28 & May 20
Come learn the basic skills needed to help identify wild birds in the field or at your feeders on this naturalist-led walk so you too can find joy in watching birds! Walks will meet at Weis and carpool to local sites.

J.S. Bach - Princeton, Mercer County
May 20, 2012
Artistic Director Frances Fowler Slade will conduct Johann Sebastian Bach's monumental Mass in B Minor, BWV 232 - a work which reflects the summation of Bach's career, and his final compositional endeavor - in her final concert with Princeton Pro Musica Chorus and Orchestra.

Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
Apr 22, May 20, Aug 12, Sept 22, Nov 10, Dec 16
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery for our Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, interactive role-playing of a mysterious murder plot, wine cellar tour and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

La Traviata- Encore Presentation - West Long Branch, Monmouth County
May 25, 2012
An encore presentation of Verdi's LA TRAVIATA, simulcast in HD. Natalie Dessay will put on the red dress in Willy Decker's stunning production, in her first Violetta at the Met. Matthew Polenzani sings Alfredo, Dmitri Hvorostovsky is Germont, and Principal Guest Conductor Fabio Luisi is on the podium.

Friday Night Happy Hour at Four Sisters Winery - Belvidere, Warren County
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 20, 27, Aug 17, 31
Looking for something exciting and different to do on a Friday evening this summer? Come by Four Sisters Winery for our happy hour event from 5:30-8pm!

My Wonderful Day - Red Bank, Monmouth County
May 15 - 20, 23 - 27, 30 - 31 & June 1 - 3,
Winnie Barnstairs, a nearly 9-year-old, Anglo-Caribbean girl from south London, has a school assignment to write an essay about her day. By chance, she is spending it with her mother, a house cleaner who works for a rich, unhappily married, minor television celebrity. Instructed to get on with her homework, Winnie sits quietly with her notebook and does just that, observing and recording all the events around her…even as the day turns into an increasingly frenetic domestic farce of marital infidelity, volcanic egos, and comic misunderstandings.

Preschool Adventures in Art and Storytelling - New Brunswick, Middlesex County
Available by appointment October through June, Tuesday through Friday.
Preschool Adventures in Art and Storytelling is available by appointment October through June, Tuesday through Friday, for groups of ten to 36 children (recommended for ages 3 1/2 to 5 years old). Each 75-minute session includes 30 minutes of storytelling with a professional storyteller, an age-appropriate museum tour, a musical art-hunt parade, and a drawing activity in the gallery.

Legally Blonde - Pitman, Gloucester County
June 1 - 3
Based on the novel LEGALLY BLONDE by Amanda Brown and the popular 2001 film of the same name. This is one entertaining musical comedy you won't want to miss! Outgoing and bubbly sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take "no" for an answer from anyone. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone "serious," Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before - Harvard Law School!

Cape May's 20th Century Renaissance: From the Pages of The First Resort Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
April 27 - Nov. 4, 2012 (confirm exact dates)
This Carriage House Gallery exhibit at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., is guest curated by the book’s author, Ben Miller. Visitors will be treated to rare photographs, video and a multitude of artifacts showcasing the years immediately before and after the city’s Urban Renewal movement. Memories will abound for longtime visitors and residents, while more recent travelers will be introduced to a side of Cape May they’ve never seen.

Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey - Madison, Morris County
Tuesday, February 28th - Sunday, September 2nd
The exhibit, Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey, tells the story of Early America through the crafts of spinning and weaving, following the process from gathering the raw materials to preparing the materials, to working the materials, to fine finished products.

Bank of America presents the Appel Farm Arts & Music Festival - Elmer, Salem County
June 2, 2012
Celebrate the beginning of summer when Bank of America presents the Appel Farm Arts & Music Festival on Saturday, June 2nd from 11:30 am to 8:30 pm in Elmer, NJ.

Barefoot Grape Stomping & Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
April 29, June 3, August 18 & September 9
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery in Belvidere, NJ for our barefoot grape stomping extravaganza! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, wine cellar tour, barefoot grape stomping and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Spotlight Tours - New Brunswick, Middlesex County
Nov 6, 13, 20, Dec 4, 11, 18, 2011 and Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 26, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr 1, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 20, Jun 3, 10, 24, 2012
Take a break from the ordinary and immerse yourself in art at the Zimmerli. Join a docent educator in the lobby every Sunday at 2:00pm for an informal and informative introduction to the collection.

Tea and the "Mad Hatter" - Lakewood, Ocean County
June 3
Remember the Mad Hatter’s tea party? In the 1860s, when Lewis Carroll wrote his “Alice” books, tea gatherings were very popular and etiquette was very important. Learn the history of this fascinating beverage, and discover what tea connoisseurs mean by cream tea, high tea, and royal tea. Since this is a Mad Hatter’s Tea, there will also be a short talk about the history of hats.

Golf Outing and Charity Tournament Hosted by Holy Trinity Orthodox Church - Randolph, Morris County
Monday, June 4, 2012
The Holy Trinity Orthodox Church’s golf outing will benefit the Morris County Interfaith Food Pantry, along with other on-going church projects. The event will follow a best ball golf tournament format with golf packages that include green fees, golf cart, lunch, cocktail hour, dinner and awards. Various package levels and sponsorship opportunities available. A silent auction will also take place and donations are welcome.

Movies Under the Stars - Hoboken, Hudson County
Every Wednesday-June, July, and August
The City of Hoboken & Projected Images present: Movies Under the Stars. Featuring Academy Award winners, Old Classics, and Animated Features. For the best seating, come early and bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chair. Easy Transportation: PATH, NJ buses, Hudson-Bergen Lightrail and the NY Waterway

Downtown Concert Series - Madison, Morris County
June 8, 22, July 6, 20. August 3, 17, 31, September 14 & 28
Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly outdoor concert on the lawn of the Museum.

Country Barn Dance with Tied to the Trax! - Belvidere, Warren County
June 8th
Come join us for a Old Fashioned Country Barn dance at Four Sisters Winery! It's Country at its best featuring "Tied to the Trax" Country band. A true country band that plays a mix of classic country, new country, southern rock, blues, and even a little classic rock.

Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
June 9th
Come Join us at Four Sisters Winery for our Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, interactive role-playing of a mysterious murder plot, wine cellar tour and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Yarn Doll Workshop - Madison, Morris County
Sunday, June 10th
Learn to make adorable dolls out of yarn.

Murder at the Oscars - Pitman, Gloucester County
June 15 - 17
Come dressed in your Oscar best for a chance to win an Oscar - or possibly be a suspect!

Earth Wind & Fire - Trenton, Mercer County
June 16
Earth, Wind & Fire who are members of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame revolutionized the sound of popular music with their fusion of R&B, rock and jazz, uniting their audiences in an exuberant celebration of peace, love and universal harmony. And like the band itself, their live show at the Sun National Bank Center will be legendary — packed with funky music and plenty of hits, from “Let’s Groove” and “Sing a Song” to “Shining Star” and “After the Love Has Gone.”

Father's Day Pig Roast - Belvidere, Warren County
June 17th
Come Celebrate Father's Day at Four Sisters Winery! Live music, roasted suckling pork, barbecue chicken, old-fashioned baked beans, roasted poratoes, mised vegetables, fresh garden salad, rolls and dessert.

Frank Sinatra - Lakewood, Ocean County
June 22
Join Fred Miller at the piano as he explores the great personalities and significant aspects of American Popular Song’s Golden Era. Few celebrities have had the multifaceted impact that “Frankie” had on popular music and American culture at large. Sinatra's colorful—at times abrasive—personality and constant tabloid attention often obscured his seriousness as an artist.

Cape May's 20th Century Renaissance: From the Pages of The First Resort Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
April 27 - Nov. 4, 2012 (confirm exact dates)
This Carriage House Gallery exhibit at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., is guest curated by the book’s author, Ben Miller. Visitors will be treated to rare photographs, video and a multitude of artifacts showcasing the years immediately before and after the city’s Urban Renewal movement. Memories will abound for longtime visitors and residents, while more recent travelers will be introduced to a side of Cape May they’ve never seen.

Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey - Madison, Morris County
Tuesday, February 28th - Sunday, September 2nd
The exhibit, Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey, tells the story of Early America through the crafts of spinning and weaving, following the process from gathering the raw materials to preparing the materials, to working the materials, to fine finished products.

Movies Under the Stars - Hoboken, Hudson County
Every Wednesday-June, July, and August
The City of Hoboken & Projected Images present: Movies Under the Stars. Featuring Academy Award winners, Old Classics, and Animated Features. For the best seating, come early and bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chair. Easy Transportation: PATH, NJ buses, Hudson-Bergen Lightrail and the NY Waterway

Friday Night Happy Hour at Four Sisters Winery - Belvidere, Warren County
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 20, 27, Aug 17, 31
Looking for something exciting and different to do on a Friday evening this summer? Come by Four Sisters Winery for our happy hour event from 5:30-8pm!

Downtown Concert Series - Madison, Morris County
June 8, 22, July 6, 20. August 3, 17, 31, September 14 & 28
Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly outdoor concert on the lawn of the Museum.

Summer Camp for a Day - Madison, Morris County
July 10, 18, 26, 31, August 8, 16, 21 & 29
The Museum will host eight unique, one-day summer camps for children ages 7-12. This camp is a full day of activities without the long term commitment. Campers will learn about different aspects of history and participate in a variety of hands-on craft projects based on the Museum’s exhibits.

Rockin' Oldies Dance with The Silvertones! - Belvidere, Warren County
July 13th
Come join us for a Rockin' Oldies Dance at Four Sisters Winery featuring The Silvertones! The Silvertones are a 4 piece group specializing in playing oldies music from the DooWop era to the 70's to Motown; a little country and all points in between.

Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
July 14th
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery for our Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, interactive role-playing of a mysterious murder plot, wine cellar tour and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Family Fun Day, Ice Cream Social - Madison, Morris County
Saturday, July 14th
Cool off from the hot summer sun at METC's annual Ice Cream Social. Make your own ice cream sundae and participate in numerous games and activities. Take time to explore our current exhibit and play in the Museum’s Children’s Room.

Barefoot Grape Stomping & Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
July 21st
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery in Belvidere NJ for our barefoot grape stomping extravaganza! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, wine cellar tour, barefoot grape stomping and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Historic Spinning - Madison, Morris County
Saturday, July 21th
Join skilled fiber spinner Claire Marinello as she discusses and demonstrates the Early American skill of using a spinning wheel to make wool into yarn. Attendees will witness the full processing of wool from the carding to the creation of yarn skeins.

Family Fun Days at Four Sisters Winery - Belvidere, Warren County
July 28 - 29
Come join us for Family Fun Days at Four Sisters Winery in Belvidere, NJ! Come and enjoy the fruits of our labor with free wine tastings of over 20 award winning wines, and wine by the glass or bottle and food for purchase. Wine cellar tours featuring an educational experience on vines to wines. Bring your lawn chairs and sit back and relax while listening to live music and eating some great bbq foods.

Movies Under the Stars - Hoboken, Hudson County
Every Wednesday-June, July, and August
The City of Hoboken & Projected Images present: Movies Under the Stars. Featuring Academy Award winners, Old Classics, and Animated Features. For the best seating, come early and bring a blanket or comfortable low-back chair. Easy Transportation: PATH, NJ buses, Hudson-Bergen Lightrail and the NY Waterway

Cape May's 20th Century Renaissance: From the Pages of The First Resort Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
April 27 - Nov. 4, 2012 (confirm exact dates)
This Carriage House Gallery exhibit at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., is guest curated by the book’s author, Ben Miller. Visitors will be treated to rare photographs, video and a multitude of artifacts showcasing the years immediately before and after the city’s Urban Renewal movement. Memories will abound for longtime visitors and residents, while more recent travelers will be introduced to a side of Cape May they’ve never seen.

Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey - Madison, Morris County
Tuesday, February 28th - Sunday, September 2nd
The exhibit, Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey, tells the story of Early America through the crafts of spinning and weaving, following the process from gathering the raw materials to preparing the materials, to working the materials, to fine finished products.

Lunch with the Pirates - Cape May, Cape May County
August 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
Ahoy mateys! Lads, lasses, buccaneers and landlubbers are invited to the Physick Estate, for a pirate-themed lunch experience. You’ll exclaim, “Shiver me timbers!” as pirates invade the patio tent and take over the show.

Downtown Concert Series - Madison, Morris County
June 8, 22, July 6, 20. August 3, 17, 31, September 14 & 28
Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly outdoor concert on the lawn of the Museum.

Country Barn Dance with Citizen's Band Radio! - Belvidere, Warren County
August 3rd
Come join us for an Old Fashioned Country Barn dance at Four Sisters Winery Featuring Citizen's Band Radio! Come out with family and friends for a night out of dancing and fun while enjoying some excellent NJ wine and some of your favorite classic and modern country tunes performed live by Citizen’s Band Radio!

Teddy Bear Tea Party - Cape May, Cape May County
August 5 & 19
B.Y.O.B.—Bring your own bear (or dolly). Teddy Bear Tea Parties at the Emlen Physick Estate feature kid-friendly menus and teddy bear music. Miss Jeanne and a special guest from The Cape May Teddy Bear Co. will be presenting stories and activities for the Teddy Bear Tea attendees as well as providing a goody bag.

National Lighthouse Day at the Cape May Lighthouse - Cape May, Cape May County
August 7, 2012
Enjoy a pirate invasion and family activities at the base of the lighthouse including pirate-hat making, games, music and craft vendors.

Summer Camp for a Day - Madison, Morris County
July 10, 18, 26, 31, August 8, 16, 21 & 29
The Museum will host eight unique, one-day summer camps for children ages 7-12. This camp is a full day of activities without the long term commitment. Campers will learn about different aspects of history and participate in a variety of hands-on craft projects based on the Museum’s exhibits.

Beatlemania Again in Concert - Lake Hopatcong, Morris County
August 11
Live 3 Act Musical History of The Beatles.Costume changes and authentic musical instruments as played by The Beatles. Meet & greet performers after the show.

Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
Apr 22, May 20, Aug 12, Sept 22, Nov 10, Dec 16
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery for our Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, interactive role-playing of a mysterious murder plot, wine cellar tour and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Friday Night Happy Hour at Four Sisters Winery - Belvidere, Warren County
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 20, 27, Aug 17, 31
Looking for something exciting and different to do on a Friday evening this summer? Come by Four Sisters Winery for our happy hour event from 5:30-8pm!

Barefoot Grape Stomping & Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
April 29, June 3, August 18 & September 9
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery in Belvidere, NJ for our barefoot grape stomping extravaganza! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, wine cellar tour, barefoot grape stomping and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

MuckRuckus MS Northeast - West Orange, Essex County
August 18
Join the movement August 18th and take on a 5 Mile obstacle course. The course is covered entirely in muck at Essex County South Mountain Reservation. This race is what you make it. For the competitive athlete, it's a chance to push yourself harder than ever before and race for the best time. For everyone else, it's a chance to have fun playing in the muck, all while helping create a world free of MS.

Rockin' Oldies Dance with The Mojo Manny Band! - Belvidere, Warren County
August 24th
Come join us for a Rockin' Oldies Dance at Four Sisters Winery featuring The Mojo Manny Band!

Bill Haley's Comets with opening act Michael Upshaw - Pitman, Gloucester County
Friday, August 24th 2012
In concert - One night only!Bill Haley and his Comets burst onto the music scene in the early 1950s and were the first group of musicians to bring rock and roll to the world's attention. With Bill's signature split curl hairstyle and the band's matching dinner jackets and super energetic stage presence, many fans considered them to be as revolutionary in the 1950s as the Beatles and Rolling Stones were in the 1960s. Their single "Rock Around the Clock" was featured in the smash teen movie Blackboard Jungle in 1955 and became an instant number one hit.

The Hit Men - with comedian John Calfi - Pitman, Gloucester County
Saturday, August 25th 2012
In conert - One night only! The 60s, 70s and 80s were a golden era for songwriting, and during this period, artists like Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Tommy James and the Shondells, and many other big name chart-busting groups created beloved hits that have been heard for generations and are woven into America’s consciousness.

Full Moon Ghost Hunt with Ghost-One - Cape May, Cape May County
August 31 & Sept. 29
Ghost-One, a paranormal research team based in Pennsylvania, has done extensive investigations and is hosting a full moon ghost hunt at Cape May’s original haunted house, the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Cape May's 20th Century Renaissance: From the Pages of The First Resort Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
April 27 - Nov. 4, 2012 (confirm exact dates)
This Carriage House Gallery exhibit at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., is guest curated by the book’s author, Ben Miller. Visitors will be treated to rare photographs, video and a multitude of artifacts showcasing the years immediately before and after the city’s Urban Renewal movement. Memories will abound for longtime visitors and residents, while more recent travelers will be introduced to a side of Cape May they’ve never seen.

Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey - Madison, Morris County
Tuesday, February 28th - Sunday, September 2nd
The exhibit, Spinning Tales: The Fabric of New Jersey, tells the story of Early America through the crafts of spinning and weaving, following the process from gathering the raw materials to preparing the materials, to working the materials, to fine finished products.

Barefoot Grape Stomping & Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
April 29, June 3, August 18 & September 9
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery in Belvidere, NJ for our barefoot grape stomping extravaganza! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, wine cellar tour, barefoot grape stomping and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Downtown Concert Series - Madison, Morris County
June 8, 22, July 6, 20. August 3, 17, 31, September 14 & 28
Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly outdoor concert on the lawn of the Museum.

Brits on the Beach (car show) - Ocean Grove, Monmouth County
September 15, 2012
Antique British Car Show in historic Ocean Grove, NJ.

16th Annual Cape May Food & Wine Celebration - Cape May, Cape May County
Sept. 15-19, 2012
Indulge in the “restaurant capital of New Jersey” with events for those who love good food and wine; events may be attended separately. Enjoy winery tours, tastings, demonstrations, Chefs’ Dine-Arounds, a Beer Tasting Dinner, luncheons, workshops, and much more!

Cape May Wine Trail - Cape May, Cape May County
Sept. 21, 2012
Spend the day visiting Cape May County’s wineries and sampling the unique flavors of each. First enjoy lunch at one of Cape May’s great restaurants, and then board the trolley, which will take you to Natali Vineyards, Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery, and Turdo Vineyards, where you’ll learn about viniculture and visit the tasting rooms.

Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
Apr 22, May 20, Aug 12, Sept 22, Nov 10, Dec 16
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery for our Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, interactive role-playing of a mysterious murder plot, wine cellar tour and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Apple, Wine, and Music Festival - Belvidere, Warren County
September 29 & 30
Come join us this Fall for our Apple, Wine, and Music Festival at Four Sisters Winery! It's Pick Your Own Apples Time! Yes, Matarazzo Farms/Four Sisters Winery are open for the season with tractor drawn hayrides to the orchard. Live music, wine tasting, wine cellar tours and a relaxing day at the farm.

Full Moon Ghost Hunt with Ghost-One - Cape May, Cape May County
August 31 & Sept. 29
Ghost-One, a paranormal research team based in Pennsylvania, has done extensive investigations and is hosting a full moon ghost hunt at Cape May’s original haunted house, the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Peters Valley Fine Craft Fair - Augusta, Sussex County
September 29-30, 2012
Come out and join us for a terrific day of exciting artist demonstrations, wonderful food, fun kids art and delightful music as well as 160 exhibitors selling American made crafts in ceramics, leather, blacksmithing, fibers, photography, glass, metal, sculpture and jewelry, wood, drawing/painting and mixed media!

Cape May's 20th Century Renaissance: From the Pages of The First Resort Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
April 27 - Nov. 4, 2012 (confirm exact dates)
This Carriage House Gallery exhibit at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., is guest curated by the book’s author, Ben Miller. Visitors will be treated to rare photographs, video and a multitude of artifacts showcasing the years immediately before and after the city’s Urban Renewal movement. Memories will abound for longtime visitors and residents, while more recent travelers will be introduced to a side of Cape May they’ve never seen.

Cape May's 40th annual Victorian Weekend - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 5-9, 2012
The 40th annual Victorian Weekend celebrates Cape May's Victorian heritage, featuring the Chocolate Championship Tour & Tasting, Historic House Tours, Murder Mystery Dinners, Vintage Dance Weekend, living history programs, lectures, workshops, performances and more.

Murder Mystery Dinner - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 6-8, 2012
Join the Impromptu Players who will set the scene for a new original mystery at Aleathea’s Restaurant at the Inn of Cape May. Enjoy a three-course dinner as you contemplate the clues, interact with the cast and help solve the mystery as it unfolds.

Vintage Dance Weekend - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 6-7, 2012
Kick up your heels as they did in Cape May during its Victorian heyday. Vintage Dance Instructors will teach you the traditional dances of the 19th century.

Victorian Weekend Crafts & Antiques Show - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 7, 2012
Crafters and antiques dealers from throughout the region display and sell their wares on the lawn of the Emlen Physick Estate.

Halloween Happenings in Victorian Cape May - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 12-31, 2012
More than two weeks of specially-themed tours and events including Ghostwriter Trolley Rides, Madame Parmentier’s Psychic Teas, Scarecrow Alley, Midnight at the Physick Estate, Historic Haunts Combination Tours, Phantoms of the Physick Estate and much more to help you get into the “spirit” of the season!

Harvest Festival Crafts & Antiques Show - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 13, 2012
Crafters and antiques dealers from throughout the region display and sell their wares on the lawn of the Emlen Physick Estate.

Murder Mystery Dinner - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28, 2012
Join the Impromptu Players who will set the scene for a new original mystery at Aleathea’s Restaurant at the Inn of Cape May. Enjoy a three-course dinner as you contemplate the clues, interact with the cast and help solve the mystery as it unfolds.

Murder Mystery Luncheon - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 14, 21, 28, 2012
Join the Impromptu Players who will set the scene for a new original mystery at Aleathea’s Restaurant at the Inn of Cape May. Enjoy a three-course luncheon as you contemplate the clues, interact with the cast and help solve the mystery as it unfolds.

Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
May 4 & Oct 19
Come join us for a Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting at Four Sisters Winery in Belvidere, NJ! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, interactive role-playing of a mysterious murder plot, wine cellar tour and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Trick or Treat at the Physick Estate - Cape May, Cape May County
Oct. 31, 2012
Some spooky characters are waiting at the Emlen Physick Estate, with treats for good little ghosts and goblins and pirates and princesses. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Cape May's 20th Century Renaissance: From the Pages of The First Resort Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
April 27 - Nov. 4, 2012 (confirm exact dates)
This Carriage House Gallery exhibit at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., is guest curated by the book’s author, Ben Miller. Visitors will be treated to rare photographs, video and a multitude of artifacts showcasing the years immediately before and after the city’s Urban Renewal movement. Memories will abound for longtime visitors and residents, while more recent travelers will be introduced to a side of Cape May they’ve never seen.

Sherlock Holmes Weekend - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 2 - 4, 2012
New mystery for 2012! Join Sherlock Holmes and his partner, Dr. Watson in “Sherlock Holmes and the Trial of Moriarty’s Challenge” for a weekend of mystery and intrigue. Get into the spirit of things by donning Victorian attire. Stalk the gaslit streets in search of clues and compete for the $250 grand prize and a variety of other valuable gifts as you attempt to solve the mystery.

Search for Clues Tour - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 3, 2012
Travel from inn to inn in Victorian Cape May while you try to solve a murder mystery.

Fall Arats & Crafts Festival - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 3, 2012
More than 40 vendors come to Cape May to sell hand-made novelties including seasonal decorations, gift items and more.

Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting - Belvidere, Warren County
Apr 22, May 20, Aug 12, Sept 22, Nov 10, Dec 16
Come join us at Four Sisters Winery for our Murder Mystery Dinner and Wine Tasting! Formal wine tasting, buffet style dinner, interactive role-playing of a mysterious murder plot, wine cellar tour and concludes with a dessert wine tasting.

Cape May's Holiday Season - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 16 - Jan. 6, 2013
Seven weeks of special holidays tours and events including Holiday Preview Weekend (Nov. 16-18), 39th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tours (Dec. 1, 8, 15), Plus Lamplighter Christmas Tours, Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides, Emlen Physick Estate Christmas Tours, Holiday Inns Tours, Evening Holiday Lights Trolley Rides, Evening Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides, Santa’s Trolley Rides, and more.

Holiday Preview Weekend - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 16 - 18, 2012
Get a head start on the Holiday season! Santa and his elves have decked out the Physick Estate with thousands of lights and holiday trimmings. Enjoy a wide variety of holiday tours and food and wine events to get you into the Christmas spirit.

An Old-Fashioned Christmas Exhibit - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 16 - Jan. 6, 2013 (except Thanksgiving and Christmas)
An exhibit of holiday traditions through the years complete with model trains beneath the boughs of a giant Christmas tree and much more!

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 17, 2012
Come to the grounds of the Physick Estate, for the Christmas tree lighting with special guests Santa Claus and Dr. Physick.

Holiday Crafts Fair - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 23-24, 2012
A must visit for those on your holiday gift lists. Shop for unique hand-made gifts and seasonal decorations.

Cape May Wine Trail - Cape May, Cape May County
Nov. 24, 2012
Spend the afternoon visiting Cape May County’s wineries and sampling the unique flavors of each. First enjoy lunch at one of Cape May’s great restaurants, and then take the trolley shuttle to Natali Vineyards and Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery, where you’ll learn about viniculture and visit the tasting rooms.

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