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Peach Princess to Appear at Farmers Market

Weekend events in Chatham, plus Golden Boys, running and biking and a look at historical tours in Morris County.

 

It's the first weekend of August, which means Mellick Farm's Peach Princess is scheduled to make her annual visit to the Chatham Borough Farmers Market. There's plenty else happening in the area too, from group exercise to historical tours, so take your pick of the best of the area.

Barechu & You Shabbat & Dinner
When/Where: Friday, 6 p.m. at Lewis Morris Park, Morris Township
Why Go: You're looking for a little music and BBQ to go with your Shabbat.
Cost: $10

The Golden Boys
When/Where: Friday, 8 p.m. at Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown
Why Go: You know just because they're "oldies" doesn't make them not "goodies!"
Cost: $67 to $97

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.
Cost: Free

Peaches and Preserves at the  Farmers Market
When/Where: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Railroad Plz & Fairmount Ave, Chatham
Why go: Stop by and say hello to the Peach Princess at this weekend's Farmers Market, and pick up Jersey Fresh produce while you're at it!
Cost: Bring your Wallet

Plein Aire Painting on Saturdays
When/Where: 9 a.m. Saturday, Chatham New Jersey Transit Station, Fairmount Ave & Railroad Plz, Chatham, NJ
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

Trial of the 19th Century: Antoine LeBlanc
When/Where: Saturday, 10 a.m. at the Morris County Courthouse, Morristown
Why Go: It's one of the most historic trials in a deeply historic town.
Cost: $12

 

Summer Concert/Food Drive
When/Where: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on the Morristown Green
Why Go: Not only do you get a concert, you get a warm fuzzy feeling when you donate non-perishable goods.
Cost: Free, except for your donations

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

Third Annual 'Alfresco in the Garden'
When/Where: Sunday, 5 p.m. at the Urban Farm at Lafayette, Morristown
Why Go: Hanging out in the garden, live music and fresh pizza made out of a converted REO Speedwagon. Need anymore reasons?
Cost: $75, advance ticket sales only

About this column: It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue with your best bets from around the area. Related Topics: Chatham Borough Farmers Market and get out

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