Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve has announced that members and non-members are able to walk the trails located inside the deer fencing. Visitors are asked to make reservations in advance for a time slot. Entry fees are $8 for adult non-members, $6 for seniors 65 and older, and $4 for children ages 5-15. Children under the age of 5 are free. Admission is free to all Bowman’s Hill members. more
Each Friday in June, WWFM “The Classical Network” will be broadcasting a select performance from the 2018 and 2019 seasons of The Princeton Festival. Tune in at 8 p.m. to hear outstanding music-making from celebrated featured performers. more
June is National Rose Month, reminding us that it’s the ideal time to invest in one’s garden. Roses are a treat to look at and involve a lot of care and supervision, which makes them extra rewarding. They also emit a beautiful fragrance and come in a rainbow-like spectrum of colors. more
Due to concerns about COVID-19, what would normally be pick-your-own strawberry season has been replaced by social distancing efforts in farm fields, farmers markets, and farm stores throughout New Jersey. Be sure to contact each individual establishment for current guidelines and protocols. more
The borough of Brielle is in southern Monmouth County along the Manasquan River. It is bordered by Manasquan, Wall Township, and Point Pleasant Beach. The town is known as a “boaters town,” with approximately 4 miles of waterfront along the Manasquan River, Glimmerglass, and Debbie’s Creek, all of which are salt water or tidal. Brielle is close to the Manasquan beaches. The downtown also offers shops, dining, and small businesses. more
Celebrate safely on June 6 at Skylands Stadium (located at 94 Championship Place in Augusta, NJ) during their drive-up fireworks show! Gates open at 7 p.m. and the fireworks show will start at 8:55 p.m. All tickets can be purchased at http://skylandsstadium.com/ and printed at home. For directions and additional details, call (973) 383-7644. The Box Office can be reached at (973) 940-0222. more
Situated at the southwest tip of the Cape May peninsula, the South Cape May Meadows Preserve includes more than 200 acres of critical habitat for nesting and migratory birds. The peninsula in Cape May acts as a funnel for birds traveling along the Atlantic Flyway. While the land protected here provides foraging and resting habitat for the birds, the preserve also supports a wide variety of wildlife year-round. more
With the health and safety of the greater community in mind, MarketFair Mall is currently offering no/low-touch dining and shopping options. more
Summer revelers rejoice!
Spring Lake Beach will re-open on Saturday, May 23, just in time for Memorial Day weekend and the official start of summer beach season. more
Drew University will add a new finance major to its list of undergraduate offerings within the school’s department of Business, Finance, and Entrepreneurship. The program will launch in the fall of 2020. more
The Monmouth Museum continues to move forward as the well-established New Jersey Emerging Artist Series announces an open call to welcome artists to apply to become a NJ Emerging Artist for the 2020-2021 series. more
The Cornell Lab Bird Cams website is a free resource that connects viewers worldwide to the diverse and intimate world of birds. Offering a virtual window into the natural world, Cornell’s faculty, students, and staff aim to make birdwatching an active and engaging experience. more
The Historical Society’s popular Open Archive is going virtual! more
Dating back to the early British settlers of North America, cobblers are based on a tradition of baking seasonal fruit and covering it with a sweet, dry scone-like mixture. The result is a cousin to the humble pie, but somehow even more satisfying. Perfect for an early summer barbecue, Claire Ptak’s cobbler makes for a crave-worthy sweet, tart dessert. more
Staying connected with The Frick Collection in New York City has never been easier. Get inspired by this week’s roundup of resources and curated content. more
Pick your distance, your pace, and your race. The NJ Virtual Challenge is an at-home race series that enables runners, walkers, and outdoor enthusiasts to log some serious miles and earn a race medal and T-shirt in the process. You will have 62 days (from May 15 to July 15) to complete the total miles from the event you choose. more
On May 15, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., the Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) educational system will lead a Zoom online learning course entitled Grow Fruit in Your Home Garden. more
Calling all baseball lovers! more
Princeton Public Library (PPL) is committed to keeping cardholders engaged in learning through their online course offerings at https://princetonlibrary.org/books-more/elibrary/online-courses/. more
The Arts Council of Princeton is offering a six-week online class, Mask Making & More, beginning May 12 at 8 p.m. and running through June 16. more
“I loved that the day and activities were structured, but not overly so. Children were allowed to express their creativity and imagination. Opportunities to wade in the creek and bake bread in a wood-fired oven made for memorable experiences.” – Camp parent more
Mother's Day is May 10, 2020 this year! Now you can thank a mom in your life for her unconditional love with a fabulous fruit gift. Our Mother’s Day Fruit Baskets and other gifts are an unforgettable way to recognize and show gratitude to a cherished mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, new mother, or mother-to-be.
Each is packed with the finest fruit on the planet – delicious northwest-grown, handpicked, and hand-packed apples and pears just for mom. Every one of our Mother’s Day Fruit Gifts also includes delicacies just for mom: decadent chocolates, fresh Oregon Artisan cheeses, mixed nuts, and more. Choose the one you know a mom in your life will love.
The Meeting House restaurant at 277 Witherspoon Street is offering a tantalizing spring menu for takeout that will elevate any mealtime. Their Family Supper is now offered daily, with Family Brunch on weekends. Throw in a great bottle of wine at a reduced price. The Meeting House is happy to deliver all orders to your home. Better yet, order a spectacular meal for your social distancing friends! more
The New York Public Library (NYPL) has admired all the creative energy some people have been able to muster while they are staying at home these days. Having an outlet for imagination and play is a great strategy for keeping your energy up and creative juices flowing. more
