Events
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Kingston Lock Open House
Locktender's House Kingston, NJ 39 Old Lincoln Highway, 08540, Kingston, New JerseySaturday May 2, from 10-4 The Kingston Historical Society will show off the Kingston Lock on the Delaware and Raritan Canal at a special Saturday Open House. Come learn about how the canal lock worked. Learn about Kingston's two swing bridges over the canal and take a walk to the turning basin, where boats stopped … Continue reading "Kingston Lock Open House"
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D&R Canal: Aqueduct Pop-up
This Community event is posted for public information. See the organization’s website for updates and corrections. The Delaware and Raritan Canal State park announced a "Pop-up Walk" on the canal, about 2 miles south of Kingston. Here's what they posted on their website: Join our seasonal historian at 10:30 10:00 am at the Millstone Aqueduct … Continue reading "D&R Canal: Aqueduct Pop-up"
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Middlesex County: History Day
Mark your calendars! History Day<https://middlesexcountyculture.com/event/history-day/> at East Jersey Old Town Village<https://www.middlesexcountynj.gov/history> will take place on May 16 from 10 AM to 4 PM. Division of History & Historic Preservation, Middlesex County Learn about the history in your backyard from local, state, and national historical organizations. Visit Revolutionary War and Civil War camps, see historical weapons … Continue reading "Middlesex County: History Day"
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D&R Canal State Park: Smell the Roses
The Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park staff continues with more "Pop-up Walks" This one in Franklin Township at Colonial Park. Here's some of what their website says: The roses at Colonial Park Garden in Somerset are in bloom! Are you free for a few hours on THURSDAY, MAY 28TH for a morning walk? If … Continue reading "D&R Canal State Park: Smell the Roses"
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Kingston: Bamboo Cutting
Second Annual Bamboo CuttingSaturday, May 30, 2026, 9-11 AM Please come join us while we work to restore a little balance to our greenway. Bamboo will be available for your gardens (trellis/teepees), arts and crafts, polinator hotels, or musical instruments! Meet at the D&R Canal State Park headquarters at 145 Mapleton Road to join the … Continue reading "Kingston: Bamboo Cutting"
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Kingston: Hooked on Fishing for Kids (KGA)
Kingston Greenways Association will provide fishing poles, lures and instruction by our volunteers. Minimum age is 9 on or before 6/6/2026. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Rain date is September 26. Meet at D&R Canal Kingston Locktenders House at 4498 Route 27. kingstongreenways.org This non-KHS event is posted for community interest.
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State Park: National Trails Day Walk- Princeton Nursery Trails
Mapleton Preserve, 145 Mapleton Road in KingstonLed by Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park naturalist and historian. For details see https://dandrcanal.org/programs DATE: Saturday, June 6, 2026 TIME: 10:00 - 12:00 LOCATION: Kingston Office Parking Lot / 145 Mapleton Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540 (Click here for parking lot/meeting location). REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED / FREE https://dandrcanal.org/programs See their website in the event of … Continue reading "State Park: National Trails Day Walk- Princeton Nursery Trails"
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Kingston: Blueberry Festival
Everyone is invited to KPC's Annual Blueberry Festival on KPC's spacious lawns ~Delicious Blueberry Desserts, Music, Games, Pony Rides, Bounce House, GaGa Ball Pit, & Local Fire Companies & Equipment for Kids to Explore ~ Fun for the Family. This is a Rain or Shine event. https://kingstonpresbyterian.org This non-KHS event is posted for community interest. … Continue reading "Kingston: Blueberry Festival"
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SBT- July 1st/Independence Day Celebration (Wednesday)
South Brunswick Township, NJ celebrates America's 250 years... Wednesday, July 1 – Independence Day CelebrationEvent starts at 6:00pmFireworks – Starts around 8:45pmRain Date: Thursday July 2Also Featuring: DJ & Food Trucks The Independence Day Celebration:Crossroads South Middle School (195 Major Road) This non-KHS event is posted for community interest.
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Franklin: 2026 Independence Day Fireworks (July 2)
2026 Independence Day Fireworks Thursday, July 2nd6:00 - 9:00PM, Food & Fun9:15PM, FireworksFranklin Township Municipal Complex475 DeMott LaneRain Date - July 10th franklintwpnj.org This non-KHS event is posted for community interest.
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South Brunswick History Day
Township event at Public Library. Time preliminary.
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Canal House Challenge 2026!
Once again, D&R Canal Watch is coordinating local historical organizations to create an historic scavenger hunt! Although the five canal-side houses haven't moved since 1835, you need to drive, ride, or briskly hike along the canal to visit all five of them. Updates will be posted at canalwatch.org Here's their announcement: Previous years:
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