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The “Buzz”

SEPTEMBER and carriage rides, a petting zoo, rescue animals, and September 20
a gift shop. Plus food trucks and treats, with multiple Keeping Time: NJ Musical Clocks
September 8 picnic areas across the farm. Saturday & Sunday, shop Step back in time for a timely musical evening featuring
Live Music: Laundrymen for farm-fresh produce, artisanal products, and one- the popular music of 18th and 19th century New Jersey
Grab a glass of one of our award-winning wines, a tast- of-a-kind creations. Rain or shine. Tickets are non-re- tall case clocks. Join the Practitioners of Musick as they
ing flight, or a wine slushy, sit back, relax, and enjoy fundable and cannot be changed. No drones or pets. explore the history and design of these musical time-
live music from local artists each week. Music at 5 PM; Holland Ridge Farms, 86 Rues Rd., Cream Ridge, NJ. pieces accompanied by members of the vocal ensemble
styles range from Jazz and Blues to Folk and Rock. Ter- Open daily 9 AM & 6 PM. For tickets & info visit: www. Mostly Motets performing the melodies discussed.
hune Orchards, 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ. For hollandridgefarms.com Your ticket includes a visit to Morven’s newest exhi-
more info visit: www.terhuneorchards.com Sept. 15 - Oct. 29 bition, Striking Beauty: New Jersey Tall Case Clocks,
September 9 Kids Boo Fest at Six Flags 1730 – 1830, prior to the program. Light refreshments
Fiesta Latino Boo Fest features family friendly trick-or-treating, will be provided. Morven Museum & Garden, Stockton
Enjoy an afternoon with family and friends celebrat- unique fall festivities, fun character photo opportuni- St., Princeton, NJ. For info and to register visit: https://
ing Hispanic Heritage at the Fiesta Latino! Live per- ties & delicious treats. Experience the best parts of fall KeepingTimeMorven.eventbrite.com
formances by El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico and El at Six Flags Great Adventure! Select dates, Sept. 15 - September 23 - 24
Alcalde De La Salsa with other special guests. Great Oct. 29. Visit web site for more info: www.sixflags.com/
music, authentic food, beer, games and more at the greatadventure/events Oktoberfest 2023
Mercer County Park Festival Grounds, 12 – 7 PM. September 16 Great music, good food, and the best beer makes for a
General admission $15. For Info Call 609-278-2712. Corn Maze Opening! fantastic weekend! At the German-American Society,
September 9 Howell Living History Farm’s 2023 Corn Maze opens 215 Uncle Pete's Rd, Trenton, NJ. Saturday, 12 – 9 PM;
Irish Festival September 16! This 4-acre maze has 2 miles of paths, Sunday, 12 – 6 PM. For more information visit: www.
The City of South Amboy will host its Third Annual a Victory Bridge, Maze Master Tower, and music gasociety.org/events
Irish Festival on Sat., Sept. 9, from 1-8 pm at Waterfront throughout! Enjoy Maze games with hidden clues, Sept. 22 – 24; Sept. 29 – Oct. 1
Park, South Amboy. Free to the public, this event will time clocks, and group flags. Visit the Courtyard with Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
feature food and craft vendors, beer garden, entertain- pumpkins, food tent, games and more. Open Saturdays Making more than beautiful music, this talented wom-
ment by the D. B. Kelly Pipes and Drums, The Willie & Sundays in September: 12 –4 PM (last exit 5 PM). an wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful tells
Lynch Band, The Snakes Irish Rock Band, The Bantry October Hours: Fridays, 5 – 8 PM (last exit 9 PM); Sat- the inspiring true story of Carol King’s remarkable rise
Boys, Irish Dance and a Kids Zone featuring free face urdays, 12 – 8 PM (last exit 9 PM), and Sundays, 12 – 4 to stardom, from the hit songwriting team with her
painting, rock wall, games, rides and puppet show. Free PM (last exit 5 PM). Admission: Ages 13 & up: $12; Ages husband Gerry Goffin, to becoming one of the most
transportation to and from various parking areas. This 5–12: $10 (ages 4 and under free). Howell Living His-
event is handicapped accessible with paved sidewalks tory Farm, 70 Woodens Lane, Hopewell Twp., NJ. For successful solo acts in popular music history. Feel the
and parking area throughout. Interested crafters and more info visit: howellfarm.org earth move with over two dozen pop classics, including
vendors may contact elliotj@southamboynj.gov. For September 16 “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Natural Woman,” “Up On The
more info visit: www.SouthAmboyParade.com 16th Annual Mercer County Roof,” and more. Presented by Playful Theatre Produc-
September 14 International Dragon Boat Festival tions, at the Kelsey Theater at Mercer County Com-
Cosmic Jerry Band Culture, sport and international flavors blend a munity College, 1200 Old Trenton Rd., West Windsor
2,500-year-old tradition with the fun and excitement NJ. Fridays at 8pm; Saturdays at 2pm & 8pm; Sundays
Cosmic Jerry Band returns to Cooper's Riverview, 50 at 2pm. For tickets and info visit: kelsey.mccc.edu
Riverview Plaza on the Delaware River in Trenton, of an outdoor festival. Twenty paddlers move in uni-
NJ for more jams by the riverside! No cover charge, son, combining strength and teamwork in a boat whose September 24
awesome food/drink specials, beautiful indoor/outdoor elaborate design originates from ancient China. Ad- Sunday Makebreak: Pumpkin Fest
stage depending on the weather. Come and join the mission to this family-friendly event is free; races will Come in-store at Michael’s Hamilton Marketplace
party, 7 – 10 PM! For groups of 2 or more, reservations begin at 8:30am and will continue throughout the day store and craft a pumpkin using our supplies. Please
are suggested. www.coopersnj.com/reservations until 5 PM. Festival grounds will offer a variety of ac- note you'll have to purchase your craft pumpkin. Sup-
tivities for all participants and spectators, including a
September 15 Health & Wellness Village, Food Vendors, and Market- plies are available to decorate for free.
Slim & The Perkolators place. New teams and individuals are welcome! Form a RSVP to receive an email reminder of the date, time
Formed by veteran Philadelphia guitar player Tim "the group of 16 to 25 people and sign-up a team today. If and location. For all ages. Michael’s, 320 Marketplace
Perkolator" Perks and young harmonica wiz Harmonica you or a couple of friends are interested, there is a pay Blvd, Hamilton Township, NJ, 2 – 4 PM.
Slim in recognition of the combined passion for tradi- per seat option available; contact us at info@gwndrag-
tional blues, the band combine uptempo classic Chi- onboat.com to join. Mercer County Park, 1638 Old September 29 - 30
cago style house rocking blues, west coast jump/swing, Trenton Rd., West Windsor, NJ. For more information, Hamilton Irish Fest
rock and roll and raucous roots music that is both en- visit www.gwndragonboat.com/mercer This Family friendly event features performances by
gaging, entertaining and interactive. 7 PM at The Patio September 16 - 17 Justin & Erin Koltenicki's School of Irish Dance, and
at Mountain View, 890 Bear Tavern Rd, Ewing, NJ. Children’s Pop-Up Consignment Sale The Trenton AOH Monsignor Crean Pipes and Drums.
Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 Shop the largest kids resale event in Mercer County! Irish bands scheduled include Celtic Connection and
Fall Flower Festival Baby to Teen and everything in between! Clothing, The Natterjacks. Music will be continuous from 1 thru
Holland Ridge Farms’ expansive flower fields will be Shoes, Toys, Puzzles, Books, Strollers, Baby Gear, Bikes 9 PM. Beverages (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
bursting with colorful fall blooms. Pick your own for and MORE!!! Even Maternity & Women's Clothing! will be available for purchase throughout the duration
just $1 per stem. Big, bold, interactive floral displays 50-90% off retail - all sold by local families! You can't of the Festival. Guests are invited to bring lawn chairs
help you capture your unforgettable moments. Our shop smaller or smarter! At the Robbinsville Fieldhouse, and blankets to sit back and enjoy two great days of
family-friendly event will captivate visitors of all ages 153 W. Manor Way, Robbinsville. Walk-Ins welcome. Irish fun and entertainment. $5 – adults; children under
with a multitude of attractions: live music perfor- Pre-Sale (tickets required) on 9/15. Ticket prices vary 15 free when accompanied by an adult. Rain date Sun-
mances from some of the best local musicians, free depending on the day. For tickets and info visit: https. day, Oct. 1. Trenton AOH, 2419 Kuser Rd., Hamilton,
tractor pulled hayrides, a hay maze, pony rides, horse jbfmercernj.ticketspice.com/tickets NJ. For more info visit: trentonaoh.com

Mercer County Woman 16 September/October 2023