Upcoming Special Events in and around The Bernards Inn Known as the Skylands Region, the counties of Hunterdon, Morris, Somerset, Sussex and Warren transport visitors to northwest New Jersey into a wonderland of diverse activities that can be reached in a short hour drive or less from New York City and under two hours from Philadelphia. The Bernards Inn is located in Somerset County.

Come To Your Senses, Come To Skylands...
Sense of Nature
In the Skylands region, our nature is as diverse as it is beautiful, ranging from clear mountain streams and crisp blue lakes to award-winning arboretums and gardens. You'll find 65,000 acres of state parks, wildlife refuges brimming with life and the historic Appalachian Trail. The Skylands Region is truly your next-door nature getaway and Bernardsville is located right in the heart of the Skylands.

Minor League
Baseball Somerset Patriots
Commerce Bank Ballpark
www.somersetpatriots.com

BLAST! Winner of the 2001 Tony Award for 'Best Special Theatrical Event', comes to the State Theatre in New Brunswick Jan. 19. Performers combine brass, percussion and visual performers in an explosion of unique theater.
For information call 732-246-7469
www.statetheatrenj.org

Now is the time to begin planning your camping vacation for the coming season by attending the 39th New Jersey Trailer & Camping Show in Edison Jan.20-22. Trade up to your dream RV, see the new 2006 RVs, or learn about the joys of travel in a recreational vehicle!
For information call 800-332-3976
www.macevents.com

The Rutgers Film Co-op/New Jersey Media Arts Center and the Rutgers University Program In Cinema Studies present The Spring 2006 New Jersey Film Festival Jan 20-April 23.
For information call 732-932-8482
www.njfilmfest.com

Motorcycle enthusiasts will descend on the state Jan. 21-22 for the NJ Motorcycle Spectacular. The annual event returns to the Garden State Exhibit Center in Somerset with more bikes from area riders and nationally known bike builders. Some of the bike builders on board are: Russell Mitchell from Exile Cycles and his hit show Build or Bust, The Kaye Brothers from Detroit Bros, and Doug Keim from Creative Cycles. The ladies from the Iron Angels will put on a fashion show with the
latest motorcycle apparel.
For information call 908-469-4000
www.gsec.com

The Chevrolet U.S. Snowboard Grand Prix is the exclusive snowboard tour in the U.S., featuring the top riders in America vying for $300,000 in cash prizes and spots on the 2006 Olympic snowboard team. Watch top pro riders lay down the most advanced tricks and styles on street-like rails and slopestyle courses Jan 21-22. Competitive events are held throughout the weekend, which culminate with the announcement of the Olympic Team.
For information call 973-827-2000
www.mountaincreek.com

Hoboken’s renowned restaurants will offer three-course meals at discounted prices during Hudson Restaurant Week Jan 23-Feb. 3. Hudson Restaurant week has drawn a crowd of thousands to the areas most popular eateries.
For information call 732-599-3522
www.hudsonrestaurantweek.com

Jekyll and Hyde, The acclaimed Broadway musical will debut in Morristown Jan. 27 at the Community Theatre. Jekyll & Hyde is an evocative gothic thriller about a good man doomed to become the victim of the darker side of his own nature.
Featuring Robert Evan (from the Broadway production).
For information call 973-539-8008
www.communitytheatrenj.org

Everyone has been talking about Bowfire. The acclaimed musical group of fiddlers that takes the stringed instrument to new heights will perform in Princeton Jan. 28. Assembled by celebrated jazz violinist Lenny Solomon, the ten crack violinists, plus an assortment of other musicians represent an array of genres and styles that include: classical, jazz, country, rock, old-time, Texas-style,
Bluegrass, Gypsy, Celtic and more.
For information call 609-258-2787
www.mccarter.org

Mount Holly's Ice Carving Festival & Annual Chili Contest combines two popular traditions Jan. 28. The public is invited to taste the Chili entries after the judging takes place. At the same time, the Ice Carving Festival professional and amateur ice carvers will transform 300-pound blocks of ice into beautiful crystalline works of art.
For information call 609-914-0811
www.mainstreetmountholly.com/events.htm

Celebrate the Chinese New Year, “The Year of the Dog,” with a program of traditional and contemporary music and dance Jan. 28-29 by New Jersey-based dancer-choreographer Nai-Ni Chen.
For information call 888-466-5722
www.njpac.org

New Jersey recognizes February as the month for lovers and throughout the state themed events have been organized celebrating Valentine’s Day. February is also the month when we recognize two of the country’s forefathers; President’s day, honoring George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. Gain a cultural education about African Americans during the month of February, which is also recognized as Black History month.

Annual Garden State Home Show in Somerset Feb. 3-5 is designed to provide you with the tools to create a comfortable and enjoyable home. The event features a selection of exhibitors of home improvement related businesses. In addition, landscapers, remodelers, flooring specialists, heating and cooling experts, will be available to discuss ideas while displaying some of their creative talent. The Home Show is the perfect opportunity to get ideas, investigate new products, gather information and meet the professionals to help you make your next remodel, addition, renovation, landscaping or decorating project simple.
For information call 732-469-4000
www.gsec.com

Celebrate Black History Month and let the good times role with the pulsating energy of Louisiana dance music, presented by “Zydeco-A-Go-Go” Feb 5 in Hackettstown. Born in the Bayou of the Creole French speaking people of African Descent, the core of Zydeco is the sound of accordion and rubboard, which originated in the prairies of south-central and southwest Louisiana. The ensemble Zydeco-A-Go-Go specializes in Zydeco, Cajun, New Orleans Rhythm and Blues, plus
Jump-Blues and Swing.
For information call 908-979-0900
www.centenarystageco.org

The McCoy Tyner Trio with Special Guest Luciana Souza Quartet visits Princeton Feb. 10. Tyner will play selections from his blues-based piano style music.
For information call 609.258.2787
www.mccarter.org

Celebrate Black History Month in South Bound Brook commemorating “Tory Jack Day” Feb. 11 at the First Baptist Church on Franklin Street. Jack, a slave in the Abraham Staats household during the American Revolution, supported the patriot cause by spying on the British. Noted historian Joe Becton will speak on the topic “Blacks in the American Revolution.” A Musket firing demonstration and tours of the historic Abraham Staats House also will be available.
For information call 732-469-5836
www.staatshouse.com

Search for the golden ticket Feb. 11 in Newark at NJPAC with Willy Wonka. The fun-filled, world premiere stage musical invites audiences on a fantastic journey into the limitless wishes
of four greedy children.
For information call 888-466-5722
www.njpac.org

Join George Washington's Birthday Celebration Feb. 20 at the Old Barracks Museum in Trenton.
For information call 609-396-1776
www.barracks.org

Andras Schiff, pianist and conductor observes Mozart’s 250th birthday year with two concertos plus the Sinfonia Concertante for Violin and Viola Feb. 22 in Princeton.
For information call 609-258-2787
www.mccarter.org

Find everything a golfer needs at the North Coast Golf Show in Somerset Feb. 24-26. The show will include a line up of show activities including great prizes you can win when competing in the annual long drive contest. Famous golf celebrities, local golf pros, valuable coupons and
much more will be available.
For information call 732-469-4000
www.gsec.com

12 Miles West Theatre Company presents Kiss of the Spider Woman Feb 24-March 4 in Bloomfield. The play explores the complex relationship between two men caged together
in a Latin American prison.
For information call 973-259-9187
www.12mileswest.org

Come out for the Slopestyle Mid-Atlantic Snowboard competition Feb. 25 or the Superpipe on Sunday Feb. 26 at the Mountain Creek Ski Resort inVernon.
For information call 973-827-2000
www.mountaincreek.com