Where’s YDKJ This Week? – October 12 thru 18

by Alice Magdziak • October 12, 2018 • Events • Comments (0) • 819

Want to know where we’re going each week so you can join us? We get invited to events, hear about fun exhibits and are interested in lots of different places all the time. Here’s what is on our radar this week. We can’t guarantee that we’ll go to all these places but there’s a good chance we’ll be at some of them. Support local arts or get outside and do something with us!

Howell Farm Corn Maze

Friday thru Sunday, October 12-14, Hopewell Township

The Friends’ fall Corn Maze is growing taller each day, and promises to be a challenging course for those willing to step in. The Howell Farm Corn Maze will run Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through October 28. There will be special courtyard activities and games, as well as theme-related exhibits and demonstrations featuring farm animals. Last exit for the corn maze is at 9 p.m.

Modern Chemistry, Hodera, Blaise, Mackenzie at the SAINT

Friday, October 12th, Asbury Park

MODERN CHEMISTRY celebrate the release of their new single “TAKE A SECOND” with help from friends: HODERA, BLAISE, MACKENZIE BROWN

Fall Fine Arts & Craft at Brookdale Park

Saturday and Sunday, October 13 and 14, Bloomfield

Enter the creative world of fine art and fine craft by spending time at the 35th Annual Fine Art and Crafts at Essex County’s Brookdale Park, October 13-14, from 10 am – 5 pm, rain or shine. Ask questions and learn what inspires the creative process of over 150 exhibitors! Co-sponsored by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs and Rose Squared Productions, Inc., the free-to-the-public show will feature fine artists, photographers and artisans in glass, clay, clothing, leather, wood, jewelry, metal, mixed media and much more. A variety of food and specialty foods will be offered.

The Living Dead Market Returns

Saturday, October 13, Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery

The Jersey City Oddities Market Returns to The Historic Jersey City and Harsimus Cemetery for the return of The Living Dead Market! Featuring taxidermy, wet specimens, apothecary goods, and handmade macabre delights from vendor favorites like Lonely Bones Jewelry & Taxidermy, Brain Fever: Artwork by Sammi, Down To The Bone Designs, The Pogo Beard Company, The Oil Well Scent Co. & More. Live tarot readings by Antifragile Tarot. Saturday October 13th 11am-5pm. $5 Admission supports the efforts of the volunteer board and the maintenance of the historic site.

Central Jersey Beer Festival 2018

Saturday, October 13, West Windsor

Taste over 150 beers for 4 hours (1:00 -5:00). Listen to Live Music, Meet Brewers, Enjoy a Cash bar and Food Vendors from 1 til 6pm (http://cjbeerfest.com/)

Bloomfield Station Eats & Beats

Saturday, October 13, Bloomfield

We are closing down part of Glenwood Ave in Bloomfield Center to bring you our first annual Bloomfield Station Eats & Beats (Food and Music Fest)

Mt. Hebron Cemetery Walking Tour

Saturday, October 13, Montclair

A 30-acre beauty on the eastern slope of First Mountain, Mt. Hebron Cemetery is the final resting spot of notable residents of Speertown (Upper Montclair) and Cranetown (Montclair) — and a celebrity or two, like Hazel (pictured). Also, discover the secret language behind grave imagery and decoration. Please park on Valley Road near the cemetery entrance at 851 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ as parking within the cemetery may be limited, and meet near cemetery office. Tour led by Lisanne Renner/Historian, Friends of Anderson Park and Helen Fallon/Trustee, Montclair History Center.

Flocktoberfest 2018

Saturday, October 13, Montague

Join us at our NEW 336 acre sprawling farm sanctuary! We’ll enjoy music, craft beer and cocktails, amazing food, and the company of human and animal friends♥ Note: the address of our NEW FARM is 141 Clove Road, Montague, NJ 07827. Grab your tickets today! http://buytickets.at/tamerlainefarmanimalsanctuary/189444 There will be an exciting presentation and auction! This event is family-friendly, and all food/refreshments are included in your ticket price.

Things You Think You Thought You Knew Record Release Party

Saturday, October 13, The Saint, Asbury Park

October 13th Rock and roll band show to celebrate the release of Wetbrain’s second LP titled “Things You Think You Thought You Knew” featuring Dentist, Darkwing, and Sunshine Spazz

Keyport Ghost Tour

Saturday, October 13, Keyport

Walking, lantern-lit ghost tour of Keyport, NJ. Tours meet on West Front Street, Keyport, at the mini-park across from Espresso Joe’s. Ticket sales start at 8, tour leaves at 8:30. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for kids under 12. Tickets can be purchased on our website, www.jerseyshoreghosttours.net.

Free Indie Rock Tuesdays At Pet Shop

Tuesday, October 16, Pet Shop, Jersey City

aBIRD, Pioneer The Eel, The Foxfires
Free Indie Rock At Pet Shop
9pm-11pm

Ruby Bones, Ultra Major, The Royal Arctic Institute, Yawn Mower

Thursday, October 18, Pianos, NYC

Ruby Bones – 10:15pm
Ultra Major– 9:30pm
The Royal Arctic Institute – 8:45pm
Yawn Mower – 8pm
This Bliss– 7:15pm
$8 Cover | 21+