Weekend Offers Fun From Fireworks to Outdoor Concerts

If you're not hitting the beach this weekend, here's what you can do with your family. Just think—all this fun and no Parkway hassles!

Where/When: From 9 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday at in Morristown.
Why Go: Because you want to enjoy a night of music this weekend.
Pricing: No cover.

Where/When: At 5:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at in Cranford.
Why Go: Because you’d like to enjoy an old-fashioned circus under the big top.
Pricing: $8.

Where/When: From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday at Railroad Plaza and Fairmont Avenue in Chatham.
Why Go: To get some of the best Jersey Fresh produce, Jersey Shore seafood, pasture-raised meat, poultry and eggs, honey, baked goods, fresh mozzarella, specialty prepared foods of all kinds and more. The market will also have cooking demonstrations.
Pricing: Bring your wallet.

When/Where: From 5:15 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday at the in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: It's the perfect time to try out the facilities. The start of "Free Summer Fridays" gives you the opportunity to work out in the gym, take a dip in the pool, and more ... all for free.
Pricing: Free for Somerset County residents. Photo identification required. 

When/Where: At noon on Thursday at in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: To plan ahead with expert advice and some light refreshments.
Pricing: Free. Registration required.

When/Where: From 7:30 to 9 p.m. on Thursday at thein Warren.
Why Go: The "Music Under the Stars" series continues with the Dugan's Hooligans' family ensemble. It's entertainment that the whole family is sure to love and marvel at.
Pricing: Free. 

When/Where: From 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday at in Warren.
Why Go: The flea market continues with hundreds of vendors. If you haven't stopped by yet, Sunday is the day.
Pricing: Free admission. 

When/Where: At 9 p.m. on Sunday at the in Hillsborough.
Why Go: A Hillsborough tradition returns with a spectacular fireworks display. Enjoy the ooohs and aahhs of patriotic pride with your family and neighbors.
Pricing: Free. 

When/Where: At 6:05 p.m. on Sunday at in Bridgewater.
Why Go: To see the Somerset Patriots compete against the Long Island Ducks with proceeds helping the Janet Fund save lives.
Pricing: $5.

When/Where: The festival begins a 5 p.m. on Monday at in Bridgewater. Fireworks commence at 9:30 p.m.
Why Go: It's a family festival with patriotism and fun. Performers, games, revolutionary reenactments, and of course, spectacular fireworks. The park will be transformed into a "Boogie Wonderland" with a patriotic bang.
Pricing: Free admission. 

When/Where: At 7 p.m. on Thursday at the in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: Brian Richards will present magic from around the world for tweens entering grades five and six. Comedy, juggling, and audience participation will keeping you laughing and guessing ... "How'd he do that?"
Pricing: Free.

When/Where: From 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday at in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: For children infant to five to discover the shapes of nature in flowers, trees and in the sky while exploring the Great Swamp. Remember Mom, a little mud is allowed in the search for knowledge.
Pricing: $10 per child and parent and $5 per additional child. Registration required.

When/Where: At 10 a.m. on Saturday at in Warren.
Why Go: To laugh with a puppet show that is a blast and features over forty television, movie and cartoon characters.
Pricing: Free.

When/Where: From 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday at the in Warren.
Why Go: To drop in anytime between the listed times and create a postcard. The destination is up to your imagination.
Pricing: Free.

When/Where: From 5 to 6 p.m. on Thursday at the in Hillsborough.
Why Go: To make candy sushi, watch videos, and discuss your favorite Manga title with other teen anime fans. 
Pricing: Free.

When/Where: At 5:30 p.m. on Saturday at in Hillsborough.
Why Go: To see an "out-of-this world" musical and befriend a strange alien creature performed by the talents of the Performing Arts Camp students.
Pricing: Free. Contact the studio at 908- 874-8800 to register.

When/Where: At 7 p.m on Thursday at the .
Why Go: It's the kickoff to the Summer Reading Club. These guys and their juggling talents will inspire sidesplitting laughter in both kids and adults.
Pricing: Free.

When/Where: From 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday at in Bridgewater.
Why Go: It's part of the Home Depot Kids' Workshop series. Create a cool coaster set with imagination, your own two hands, and a sense of pride.
Pricing: Free.