We know Chathamites are health-conscious people, and this Labor Day there are plenty of activities in the area to help you continue your healthy lifestyle ... or just to give it a good kickstart as school gets ready to go back into session.
4th Annual Bike-in Movie Night
When/Where: Friday, 6:30 p.m. at Early Street Community Garden, Morristown
Why Go: You love bikes, you love fun, and you love the idea of combining the two.
Cost: Free
Blue Moon Hike in the Great Swamp Watershed
When/Where: Friday, 7 p.m. at GWWA's Conservation Management Area, Harding
Why Go: You want to explore a piece of wilderness close to home.
Cost: Voluntary donations of $5-$10 encouraged
Saturday Morning Road Ride from Marty's
When/Where: Saturday, 8 a.m., from Marty's Reliable Cycle, Morristown
Why Go: It's summer and you want to test out those legs. Also, there's now two groups–one hardcore, the other a little less competitive.
Cost: Free
Chatham Borough Farmers Market
When/Where: Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Railroad Plz & Fairmount Ave, Chatham
Why Go: Pick up your weekly fresh produce and measure your sunflower for the competition at the Farmers Market.
Cost: Bring your wallet
Plein Aire Painting
When/Where: Saturday, 9 a.m., Chatham New Jersey Transit Station, Fairmount Ave & Railroad Plz, Chatham
Why Go: Bring your easel and paints and enjoy a day of painting with your fellow local artists at Chatham's Reasoner Park
Cost: Free
All-Abilities Run from The Running Company
When/Where: Saturday, 9 a.m., from Morristown Running Company
Why Go: Cycling's not your thing, but running is!
Cost: Free
Organic Farm Produce Sales
When/Where: Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Urban Farm at Lafayette, Morristown
Why Go: You want to eat fresh and can't make the Morristown's Farmers Market on Sunday.
Cost: Bring your wallet
Morristown Farmers Market
When/Where: Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Morristown
Why Go: You want to eat fresh.
Cost: Bring your wallet
Two Dog Shows at Mennen Arena
When/Where: Sussex Hills Kennel Show Sunday, Schooley's Mtn Kennel Club Dog Show Monday, Mennen Arena, Morris Township
Why Go: You dig dogs.
Cost: $5 each
6th Annual Labor Day Picnic for Young Professionals
When/Where: Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Loantaka Reservation, Morris Township
Why Go: You're a young professional and you want to enjoy the great outdoors with like-minded folks.
Cost: Varies, $10-$20, depending on when you purchase and if you're a NJYP member