Veronica DeCarolis

We have a perfect night to start the NJ Festival of Ballooning which runs July 25-27. The festival plans 5 launches of multiple balloons. Also, if you want a ride those are available for a fee. Held at the Solberg Airport in Readinton township, the festival also features live entertainment during the day and in the evenings. Here is a breadown of the entertainment:

Saturday, July 26 Disney's Demi Lovato at 1:00 pm

Bad Company's Paul Rodgers at 8:00 pm

Sunday, July 27 the new Menudo at 1:00 pm

Kenny Loggins at 3:00 PM

Tickets for the Festival are $25 for adults and $10 for kids 4-13

The web site for the Festival is www.balloonfestival.com.

It is strongly suggested you take advantage of the free shuttle bus from Raritan Valley Community College where there is plenty of parking.

Have fun! Happy Ballooning!

Veronica

Here is another list of free music being offered in Flemington, New Jersey. This time the events are being sponsored by the Liberty Village Outlets located on Route 12 in Flemington. All events are on Saturdays from 1 to 4 in the afternoon. Stop by during your shopping trip. These events have an international flavor. Come enjoy!

July 26 Ian Gallagher Band original Irish music

August 2 Fe Latin jazz steel drum group

August 9 The Island Hoppers

August 16 Hofbrauhaus German band

August 23 Eco Del Sol Latin American band

August 30 La Mela Italian band

If you are looking for a cool place to visit during our heat wave, consider Northlandz. Located just north of Flemington on Route 202, Northlandz houses one of the largest model railroad display ever created.

You can get an idea of how huge this display is from these pictures. The one below shows owner, Bruce Williams, with his creation.

So if you need a place to cool off this weekend, consider visiting Northlandz. Have a great weekend.

Veronica