Read & Pick Program, Terhune Orchards, 330 Col Soil Road, Princeton, (609)924-2310, www.terhuneorchards.com. Enjoy all things blueberry, 7/1, 9:30-11am.

Family Fun Festival, North Branch Park, Milltown Road, Bridgewater, (908)722-1200 ext. 225. Enjoy pony rides, musical entertainment, fireworks display and more, 7/4, 4-11pm.

Fourth of July, Middlebrook Encampment, Mountain Avenue and Middlebrook Road, Bridgewater,, (732)563-0063. Celebrate this national holiday at the site of two encampments of major portions of Washington’s Continental Army, 1777 & Winter of 1778, 7/4, 10:30am.

Central Jersey Parade, North Plainfield, (908)769-2900. Parade, festivities, fireworks and concert, 7/4.

Indian-American Festival, Hindu Temple, 780 Old Farm Road, Bridgewater, (908)725-4477. Enjoy the entire weekend of 7/4, 9am-close.

Ice Cream Party, Howell Living History Farm, 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville, (609)737-3299, www.howellfarm.org. Cool off with a sweet treat, 7/5, 10am-4pm.

JCC Summer Jam, The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC, 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater, (908)725-6994, www.ssbjcc.org. High school and college-aged bands perform live, 7/21, 5-8pm.

AWESIM KIDS: Forest Foragers, Environmental Education Center, Basking Ridge, (908)766-2489. Kids 10-12 of age enjoy animals, wetlands, environmental science and incredible minds, 7/7-7/18, 8:30am-4:30pm.

Summer Workshop, Lord Stirling Stable, Basking Ridge, (908)754-8404. Junior Summer Equine Workshop. A two-week, hands-on instruction on the basics or horse care and riding, 7/7-18 and 7/21-8/1, (M-F) 8:30am-1:15pm.

Evening Hayrides, Howell Living History Farm, 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville, (609)737-3299, www.howellfarm.org. Take a ride with friends and family on the farm, 7/19, 10am-4pm.

Garden Party, Colonial Park Perennial Garden (Parking Lot F), Franklin, (732)873-2459. The 9th Annual Garden Party features lectures, workshops and horticulture staff to answer questions, 7/19, 1-5pm.

Concert Series, Somerset County Park Commission, Duke Island Park, Old York Road, Bridgewater, (908)722-1200 ext. 351. Every Sunday throughout the summer enjoy a live music concert.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Movies at the Cafe, Bridgewater Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, (908)526-4016. Enjoy the hit movie Hairspray while munching on pop-corn and hanging out in the cafe, 7/2, 6:30-8:30pm.

Catch the Reading Bug Magic, Bridgewater Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, (908)526-4016. Brian Richards’ brings hilarious, fan-tabulous magic to the stage, 7/10, 7-8pm.

Mariah’s Amazing Puppets, Bridgewater Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, (908)526-4016. Children ages 4 and up enjoy a new version of Wizard the Oz, 7/12, 10:30-11:30am.

Family Entertainment, Bridgewater Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, (908)526-4016. Bug Song Sing-Along presents foot-stomping, finger poppin’ good times, 7/17, 2-3pm.

Mysterious Reading Habits, Bridgewater Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, (908)526-4016. Mystery lovers can find out about new authors and can discuss the differences between mysteries and thrillers, 7/18, 10-11:30am.

Summer Cinema, Bridgewater Library, 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, (908)526-4016. Enjoy A Bug’s Life, 7/25, 2-4pm.

Jewish Family Service of Somerset, Hunterdon and Warren Counties, 150-A West High St., Somerville, (908)725-7799. Hosting Support Group for Children Living with a Disabled Sibling offers siblings the opportunity to join together. At this group, sibling will have a place to express their feelings and emotion, and reduce feeling of stress and isolation that may arise when dealing with a disabled sister or brother. They will also be able to share common experiences with a group of peers in a safe, non-judgemental and confident environment. Call now for more information.

Matheny to Offer Music Therapy Groups, Matheny Medical and Educational Center, 65 Highland Ave., (908)234-0011. Music therapy groups for children with special needs are offered on Thursday and Saturday mornings. Matheny is a special hospital and special education school for children and adults with medically complex developmental disabilities. Music therapy groups focus on fostering communication skills, social and motors skills for children ages 18 months - 4 years. Call for more information.

“Working Moms Secrets to Success” Coaching Group. Are you a professional Mom with young children? Don’t just survive – learn to Thrive work and home!!! Come join our telephone coaching group, run by two experienced personal and professional coaches. Through guided discussions and information sharing, you will learn strategies to find quality time with your children, reduce stress and guilt, find more time for yourself, maintain friendships, better manage household chores, and more. You will also have the opportunity to work on a personally meaningful goal during course of this group. Through specific exercises, structure, and support, our group will help you stay focused and on track towards achieving your goals! For more information, e-mail newyorkaddcoach@rcn.com or call Catrina at (800)929-7176.

MOMS Club of Hillsborough East, Hillsborough Racquet Club, Amwell Road, Hillsborough, www.momsclubofhillsborougheast.com e-mail: momsclubhbe@yahoo.com. The Moms Club is an international non-profit organization specifically for mothers who have chosen to stay home with their children. The Club offers monthly meetings, play groups, moms night out, field trips, casual get-togethers, monthly newsletter and special interest clubs. Visit the club’s Web site or e-mail for more information. Club meets the 2nd Monday of every month.

Computer Adventures, 1948 Washington Valley Rd., Martinsville, NJ 08836-2016, (732)377-3283, Computer classes from age 2½ to adult. School Year and Summer Camp Programs. Offering Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes for Kids, MicroWorlds text based graphical programming language, Keyboarding concepts, Windows Basic, e-mail skills, Internet techniques, Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point; Computer Academic Programs such as Mathematics, Vocabulary, Grammar, Spelling, etc. Webkinz and Imagine Tomorrow Birthday Party Packages! Webkinz retailer. If you have any questions, require additional information or would like to discuss, please contact Janet at jamorris1@optonline.net or (732)236-0110.

i9 Sports, Somerset, (732)828-0730, www.i9sports.com, An innovative and unique sports organization that is aimed at ensuring that our kids have a fun experience with sports. They offer a wide variety of sports with absolutely no tryouts or drafts. Every kid gets to play and is made to feel like a winner regardless of skill level. Certified coaches lead the instruction portion and registered referees ensure the rules are reinforced. All games and practices are conveniently scheduled as well. i9 Sports is currently registering for Golf for kids ages 4-7 years old and non-contact Flag Football for ages 5-17 years old. Space is limited so call Now!

Sensaria, Want to get together with your girlfriends for an in-home spa party—at no cost to you? Host a Sensaria Spa Party, for an evening of aromatherapy, facials and a foot soak, while learning about naturally based products. Your friends will thank you for hosting the hottest home party out there today. Hostesses may earn 20 percent in free spa products, based on party sales. Contact lauradorsibauman@mysensaria.com or call her at (732)332-1149. Check out the products at www.sensaria.com/lauradorsibauman.

Duke Island Walkers, Duke Island Visitor’s Center, Duke Island Park, (908)722-1200. A weekly walking group will meet every Wednesday at 9:30am at the Duke Island Visitor’s Center for a healthy walk through Duke Island Park along a beautiful stretch of the Raritan River. Coffee, tea and treats will be provided. Call for more information.

Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County, 120 Finderne Ave., Bridgewater, (908)725-5430, LVSC is seeking to change lives, by training and matching each volunteer with an adult student or small group of students needing help with English reading, writing, conversation and listening skills in a one-to-one or small group learning partnership. Five mandatory training sessions in the Bridgewater area are required to obtain dual certification in Basic Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages. Call for more information.

Bridgewater Sports Arena, 1425 Frontier Rd., Bridgewater, (732)627-0006. For kids looking for a good time, the Bridgewater Sports Arena will sate that desire. With an indoor sports arena offering ice skating, laser tag, soft play and arcade, what’s not to love?

Free Morning Nature Walks, The Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd., Bernardsville, (908)766-5787. Interested in birds, butterflies, wildflowers and trees? NJ Audubon naturalists in the Hoffman informative nature walks held at the sanctuary every week throughout the year. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair—beginners welcome. Ongoing Fridays and Saturdays at 8am.

Montgomery Center for the Arts, 124 Montgomery Rd., Skillman, (609)921-3272, www.montgomerycenterforthearts.com. The perfect gathering place for anyone looking to stimulate their artistic side. The Center offers ongoing art classes, which they have earned considerable recognition for. Programs in art and nature for persons of all ages and abilities. Exhibits, classes, workshops, children’s summer camp, performances and nature walks. www.montgomerycenterforthearts.com.

Irish Folk Dance Lessons, The People Care Center, 120 Finderne Ave., Bridgewater, (908)218-9654. The Center offers Irish folk dance lessons every Thursday from 7:30-9:00pm.

Raritan Valley Arts Association, Somerset County Library, North Bridge St. and Vogt Dr., Bridgewater, (908)722-1925. Non-profit organization provides demonstrations in various media and holds exhibition of members’ work. Members will receive dinners, a bus trip to a New York City art museum and two or three member shows a year.

League of N.J. Storytellers, Bridgewater Library, North Bridge St., (732)469-9327. Group of community members that share stories in the oral tradition, to provide listeners with a unique listening experience.

Duke Farms, 80 U.S. Highway. 206 South, Hillsborough, (908)722-3700, Take a trolley tour through the 700-acre private park, Open mid-April to mid-November, Wednesday through Sunday. Tours at 11am and 2pm for individuals and groups of up to 20 people. Call for ticket prices, reservations required.

Dog Walks, Lord Stirling Stable 256 S. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge, (973) 635-8672. Dogs can enjoy the company of other canines as they roam through the equestrian trails. All pets must be leashed and kept under control at all times. Every Saturday, 10:30-11:30am. Registration at 10am.

JCC Blaustein Early Childhood Center, at the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center, 775 Talamini Rd., Bridgewater, (908)725-6994, www.ssbjcc.org. This JCC offers full- and half-day services for 2 year olds through kindergarten. With Mommy and Me classes, a state-of-the-art facility, indoor pool, gymnasium, fitness center, summer swim club and summer day camp, JCC is the place for your kids to be. For more information on upcoming special events and schedules, call the number above.

Donate Like a Rockstar, Cancer Patients Team Up at www.imermanangels.org, a free one-on-one cancer support group that connects a person fighting cancer with someone who has beaten the same kind of cancer. The relationship provides a fighter the opportunity to ask personal questions and receive encouragement from someone who is uniquely familiar with the situation. To sign up or to donate, log on now.

ABC- After Baby Comes is a friendly non-religious group of mothers and their small children (preschool age and younger) who meet every week to share experiences, give support, find advice, and make new friends. Moms relax while children play in a supervised age-appropriate environment with their peers learning social skills and making new friends too. We meet Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 at St. Thomas the Apostle Church 5635 Berkshire Valley Road, Oak Ridge, NJ 07438. Membership dues are $30 and a $5 fee every Tuesday you come which covers babysitting, refreshments and much more! To learn more about ABC, please contact Tammy Healy, President at (973)663-6960 or Celine LaFratte, Vice President at (973)208-3181 or log onto our Web site at www.phpbbserver.com/abc/.