Boardwalk Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show – Jan 28 – Feb 1
AKC All breed dog show featuring Best of Breed Competition, Police K-9 Unit Demonstration, Obedience and Rally Trials, vendors and much more!
Dates: January 28th – February 1st, 2015
Address: Wildwoods Convention Center; 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ
Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for Senior Citizens, children 12 and under $2
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Monster Jam – Jan 30 & 31
Monster Jam® roars into IZOD Center in East Rutherford for three action-packed events! Truck Lineup: Grave Digger® driven by Carl Van Horn, Dragon driven by Scott Liddycoat, Crushstation driven by Greg Winchenbach, Stinger driven by Zane Rettew, Bounty Hunter® driven by Trent Montgomery, Iron Outlaw driven by TBA, Storm Damage driven by Tim Mente, and Hurricane Force driven by Steven Thompson! There will be a Pit Party on the arena floor from 5:30 – 6:30 pm prior to the 7:30 pm show on Friday and from 11 – 1 pm prior to the 2 pm show on Saturday.
Dates: January 30th – 31st, 2015
Address: Izod Center; 50 State Rte. 120, East Rutherford
Cost: $15+
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January Wine and Jazz Weekend - Jan 30 – Feb 1
Join us for a whole weekend of incredible talent. Featuring Jazz Legends, The Michael Pedicin quintet, The Gina Roche Trio, The Geno White Trio, Jeffrey Hebron & George Karavan.
Dates: January 30th – February 1st, 2015
Address: Willow Creek Winery; 160-168 Stevens Street,West Cape May
Cost: $35 per person in advance, $45 at the door
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International Great Beer Expo – Jan 31
The biggest names in international brewing will gather at the Meadowlands Exposition Center at Harmon Meadow, 355 Plaza Dr Secaucus, NJ for the fourth annual International Great Beer Expo. This international beer tasting extravaganza will showcase more than 50 breweries from across the globe, each providing samples of their country’s proudest brewing achievement. Your admission ticket includes beer sampling, souvenir tasting glass, and admission to the beer seminars. Shoulder to shoulder with some of America’s best breweries, will be amazing breweries from Japan, Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, Ireland, Mexico, Austria, Nicaragua, Thailand, Poland, New Zealand, Indonesia, Sweden, China, and others.
Date: January 31st, 2015; 2 Sessions
Address: Meadowlands Expo Center; 355 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ
Cost: $42 – $55, $10 DD ticket. On sale soon!
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Fire & Ice Festival – Jan 31
The remedy cabin fever! Mount Holly’s 22nd Annual National Ice Carving Association (NICA) sanctioned competitive event. Always the last Saturday in January. Rain, snow, sleet or sunshine. Family friendly and free event combined with a local Chilli cookoff for professional chefs. Free fire engine rides, dog sled demonstrations, alpacas to see and enjoy, Discovery Museum’s People Bubble, Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, Gingerbread House contest , Revolutionary War reenactors, local art exhibits and plenty of culinary treats and live music. Throughout the downtown and The Mill Race Village shops centered around Burlington County College’s beautiful Mount Holly Center and Culinary Arts School. Peak times are from 10 am to 2 pm, plenty of free parking. Activities run throughout the day and usually wraps up by 4 pm. Dress warm, bring your camera, your kids and friends and of course an appetite. Voted South Jersey Magazine’s Best Winter Event. Enjoy!
Date: Saturday, January 31st, 2015; 11am to 4pm
Address:Main St., High, White, Washington & Mill Sts., Mount Holly
Cost: Free
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Kick the Winter Blues - Jan 31
Join us on January 31st from 12-5pm for our 7th Annual Kick the Winter Blues Wine Event. It’s winter time and the vineyard is sleeping. The winery, however, is alive with the music of Bill Caterini. Local crafts and food specialties will be on display. Enjoy our wine by the glass or bottle, have a heated Sangria or do a tasting of 5 of our wines, and sway to the music under our heated tents. Our Events are always rain or shine and free admission.
Date: January 31st, 2015
Address: Natali Vineyards; 221 North Delsea Dr, Cape May Courthouse
Cost: Free Admission
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Whitesbog Moonlight Walk – Jan 31
Explore the historic village, cranberry bogs and the surrounding pinelands. Listen to the night sounds of the forest, learn about Whitesbog and experience the seasonal changes of the Pine Barrens. All walks are 3‑5 miles in length, weather permitting and led by experienced leaders.
Date: Saturday, January 31st, 2015
Address: Historic Whitesbog Village; 120 W. Whitesbog Rd., Browns Mills
Cost: $5 donation per person requested.
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11th Annual Super ‘Plunge’ Sunday – Feb 1
Join us for the11th annual ocean plunge on Super Bowl Sunday! Do you have what it takes to brace the icy cold Atlantic Ocean in February? Save the date and meet us on the 48th Street Beach in Brant Beach and be home in time for the big game. Pre-registration is required.
Date: Sunday, February 1st, 2015
Address: St. Francis Community Center; 4700 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach Twp
Cost: Register Here
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Oyster Bowl XVI – Feb 1
New Jersey’s annual oyster eating contest. Oyster Bowl XVI will be held from 11 am – 2 pm to benefit Susan G. Komen Central and South Jersey and Breast Cancer Resource Center YWCA Princeton. This action packed event draws hundreds of participants and spectators who compete in 2 minute heats to determine who can consume the most oysters. Oyster Bowl has become a Princeton tradition before the big game featuring not only the oyster eating contest, but games, activities, raffles and prizes; and the only time lunch is served at Blue Point Grill. The event provides an opportunity for the community to join together to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer. Individuals and corporate teams of four slurp as many oysters as they can with the hope they can beat the all-time record of 102 consumed in a two-minute period.
Date: Sunday, February 1st, 2015
Address: Blue Point Grill; 258 Nassau St., Princeton, NJ
Cost: Register Here
My Visit of Forgotten Boardwalk Brewery
Yesterday I got a chance to check out the Forgotten Boardwalk Brewing Company in Cherry Hill with friends. It was a really cool experience!
The tasting/tap room had a really cool boardwalk theme. They even had their own personal skeeball machines!
Since I had never had the chance to try their beer before, my husband and I split a sampler of 4 beers. We tried the Funnel Cake Nitro, 1916 IPA, Tilt and Swirl, and Directory for Gentleman.
Check out their taps…they’re pretty cool too.
I also tried the Spice of Life, which they were debuting that day. I drank a full glass, mainly because some of the proceeds from that particular beer went to charity. The beer itself was really good.
Trying the #spiceoflife at @ForgottenBoards! #njbeer #NJisntboring pic.twitter.com/2wRU7MrUu8
— NJ Isn’t Boring! (@njisntboring) January 25, 2015
In addition to their tap room, they also had seating (beach chairs!) in their warehouse area. Everyone was there hanging out, playing games, and of course drinking! You can also bring in your own food to eat, so it’s a great spot to hang with friends/family.
You can also do a self guided tour at the brewery which is pretty cool.
They had a lot for sale, including t-shirts, tote bags, glasses (which I bought), and two different size growlers. My friend brought home two growlers…he was a happy camper!
I left feeling happy and slightly buzzed (I did not drive) and I look forward to returning! If you love craft beer and New Jersey, then you will definitely dig the experience of going to this brewery.
General Info:
Address: 1940 Olney Avenue #100, Cherry Hill, NJ
Phone: (856) 437-0709
Find them on Facebook & Twitter @ForgottenBoards & Instagram
International Beer Festival Returns to Meadowlands Expo Center-Jan 31
The biggest names in international brewing will gather at the Meadowlands Exposition Center at Harmon Meadow, 355 Plaza Dr Secaucus, NJ for the fourth annual International Great Beer Expo. This international beer tasting extravaganza will showcase more than 50 breweries from across the globe, each providing samples of their country’s proudest brewing achievement. Your admission ticket includes beer sampling, souvenir tasting glass, and admission to the beer seminars. Shoulder to shoulder with some of America’s best breweries, will be amazing breweries from Japan, Germany, France, Belgium, Italy, Ireland, Mexico, Austria, Nicaragua, Thailand, Poland, New Zealand, Indonesia, Sweden, China, and others.
Date: January 31st, 2015; 2 Sessions
Address: Meadowlands Expo Center; 355 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ
Cost: $42 in advance $60 at door, $10 DD ticket. Buy HERE
Official Press Release:
The biggest names in international brewing are returning to the Meadowlands Exposition Center at Harmon Meadows in Secaucus, NJ on Saturday, January 31, 2015 for the 5th Annual International Great Beer Expo. This international beer tasting extravaganza will showcase more than 60 breweries from across the globe, each providing samples of their country’s proudest brewing achievement-more than 100 beers in all. Shoulder to shoulder with some of America’s best breweries will be amazing beer from Japan, Germany, Czech Republic, Belgium, Italy, Ireland, Mexico, Poland, Peru, Canada, and others.
“The International Great Beer Expo offers beer enthusiasts a unique pay-one-price opportunity to try some foreign beers from foreign lands,” said Joe Chierchie, representing event producer, Starfish Junction Productions. “We are expecting more than twenty different countries to be represented, delivering an amazing beer experience to all who attend. I think we’ll have another sold out show for 2015,” he added.
The Expo will feature a beer garden, once again sponsored by Leinenkugel Brewing Company and their local beer wholesaler, Nash Beer Distributors, Inc. In addition, specialty lounges will be hosted by Ballantine IPA, Boaks Beer, Sam Adams, New Jersey Beer Co., and Cape May Brewing Company.
Led by industry innovators, the event offers free beer seminars covering topics as varied as selecting and enjoying dark beers; the role of women in the craft beer industry; and an overview and predictions about the craft beer scene in New Jersey.
The International Great Beer Expo will have two sessions: 12:30-4:00 pm and 5:30-9:00 pm. A limited number of tickets will be sold. Once the event sells out, no additional tickets will be available for purchase. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $42 each when purchased in advance on the event website http://www.GreatBeerExpo.com . Tickets include admission to the Expo, admission to beer seminars, a souvenir tasting glass, and the freedom to enjoy a 2 oz. sample of any of the beers present at the Expo. Designated driver tickets are available for $10 each. All attendees, including designated drivers, must be 21+ and present valid photo I.D. for admission. The Meadowlands Exposition Center at Harmon Meadow is located at 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, New Jersey 07095.
The event will raise funds for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event is sponsored in part by NJBeerEvents.com. The event is produced by Starfish Junction.
The Big Brew Beer Festival Twitter Contest – Win 2 Free Tickets!
The Big Brew Beer Festival is a perfect opportunity for beer aficionados to meet and hang out. Featuring 200+ Craft Beers, 10 Casks in VIP (Casks are a true rarity at beer fests) and great food from area restaurants including Morris Tap & Grill and Nicole’s Ten.
I am giving away another 2 FREE tickets to the event – this time through Twitter!
Here’s How to Enter the Twitter Contest:
1. You must “Follow” New Jersey Isn’t Boring (@njisntboring) and The Big Brew Beer Festival (@bigbrewbeerfest) on Twitter. I will check!
2. When you see a post promoting the contest on Twitter (including the link to this blog post), you must RT it!
3. A winner will be chosen on Monday, January 26th, 8pm on Twitter. I will post and direct message the winner!
Good luck!
Official Press Release:
The Big Brew Beer Festival is returning to the Morristown Armory in Morristown, New Jersey on Saturday, February 21st, 2015.
Over 200 styles will be available during the General Admission session and there VIP Session will include over 20 rare and special beers featuring 10 Casks (presented by Morris Tap & Grill of Randolph, NJ). Craft Beer lovers will not want to miss this rare opportunity to sample so many beers poured from casks.
Big Brew is also teaming up with My Limo to provide Free Shuttle Service—running every 15 minutes during the event—back and forth between the Morristown courthouse and the Armory. Service is provided courtesy of the Big Brew Beer Fest. Event attendees also have access to discounted sedan rates.
VIP ticket holders Additional Benefits include:
* An extra hour of tasting
* Over 20 Special Brews featuring 10 Casks (VIP Lounge presented by Morris Tap & Grill)
(available to VIPs throughout the entire session)
* Food (served during VIP extra hour) provided by area restaurants including Morris Tap & Grill and Nicole’s Ten (both of Randolph, NJ)
SESSION TIMES:
Session 1 1:00 pm-4:30pm (VIP extra hour 12pm-1pm)
Session 2 7:00pm-10:30pm (VIP extra hour 6pm-7pm)
SESSION PRICING: Take Advantage of Early Bird Pricing (prices go up two weeks and one week before Fest): VIP – $85 General Admission – $60 Designated Driver -$10
Tickets are available online at: http://www.bigbrewnj.com
All tickets include unlimited tastings and a souvenir tasting glass. Attendees can also vote on the People’s Choice Award for best beer at the festival.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Morris Rugby, which raises funds and awareness for youth rugby throughout the region. For more information, please visit www.morrisrugby.org
Music provided by Morris County’s own Mr. LoveJoy.
For information, contact Allison Kohler, JMK Events, at 973-927-2794 Jmkevents@aol.com
$10 off with Promo Code: NJISNTBORING
Events to Check Out this Weekend – January 16th – 20th, 2015
New Jersey RV & Camping Show – Jan 16 – 18
The Best Opportunity To Buy An RV! The 48th Annual New Jersey RV & Camping Show is the “go-to place” to begin planning your camping vacations for the upcoming season, trading up to your dream RV, see the new 2015 RVs, or just learn about the joys of travel in a recreational vehicle! Check out everything from luxurious high-line motor homes to folding campers, travel trailers to fifth wheels, class c motor homes to camper vans and everything in between. You can also visit with the regions highest rated campgrounds to plan your family’s 2015 RV travel.
Dates: January 16th – 18th, 2015
Address: New Jersey Convention & Expo Center; 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison
Cost: $10, kids free. Buy tickets Here
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North Jersey Orchid Show - Jan 16 – 18
Come and enjoy spectacular orchid exhibits showcasing plants grown in homes and greenhouses across the tri-state area. Free admission, free parking, and twice-a-day drawing for a free orchid. Workshops are scheduled to show you how you can grow orchids in your home. Renown orchid vendors will be on site selling plants and supplies. Fri – Sat 9 am – 6 pm, Sun 9 am – 4 pm.
Date: January 16th – 18th, 2015
Address: Strawberry Blossom Home & Garden Center, 1364 State Rte. 23, Wayne
Cost: Free
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Winter Beach Blast – Jan 17
Fun Summer time event inside at the Center Court , Ocean County Mall. Crafts, Dancing, Music & Games. Wear your favorite summer time tropical shirt, Hope there is snow on the ground!
Date: Saturday, January 17th, 2015
Address: Ocean County Mall, Center Court, Hooper Ave., Toms River
Cost: Free
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Special Olympics Polar Bear Plunge - Jan 17
Join in the fun of a January Polar Bear Plunge at the Wildwoods Convention Center and the Wildwoods Beach! Registration begins at 10 am. Plunge begins at 1 pm. Event supports training and competition for more than 22,000 athletes of Special Olympics New Jersey.
Date: Saturday, January 17th, 2015
Address: Wildwoods Convention Center; 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ
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Old York Cellar’s Winter Festival – Jan 17 & 18
Kick cabin fever and join us for a weekend of wine, food, and entertainment. For this annual open house we feature a special food pairing and attraction in each of our three estate buildings. Get on-the-spot complimentary custom labels in our Tasting Room, enjoy live music and a meet-and-greet with our featured artists amidst their exhibition in our fire-lit Vista Room, winemaker tours of our Tank Room and more. Also as an added bonus we will be releasing two new wines. The 2012 Chardonnay and 2013 Pinot Grigio.
Date: Saturday, January 17th, 2015; 12pm to 5pm
Address: Old York Cellars; 80 Old York Rd, Ringoes, NJ
Cost: $10. Get Tickets Here
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Lambertville New Hope Winter Weekend – Jan 17 & 18
The annual Winter Festival links the twin river towns of Lambertville and New Hope with a display of music, creativity and talent. Come see Mummers bands, marching bands, creative floats, dancers, jugglers, community groups all contributing to the festive atmosphere! You can view the parade on the bridge or anywhere along Bridge Street in Lambertville or New Hope. Proceeds directly benefit many community organizations, social services, school groups and scholarships, along with fire, police and rescue organizations in both towns.
Dates: January 17th & 18th, 2015; 12pm to 11pm
Address: 24 North Union St., Lambertville, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
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Winter Wine Weekend – Jan 17 & 18
Break out those parkas and put the heater on “de-frost”! On January 17th and 18th we’ll be helping you thaw out with our Winter Wine Weekend! We’ll be serving some delicious soups that’ll warm you up and a bunch of wines that you’ll love.
Dates: January 17th & 18th, 2015; 11am to 5pm
Address: Belleview Winery; 150 Atlantic Street, Landisville, NJ
Cost: $5 for wine tasting
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Cellar Release & Tasting – Jan 17 & 18
These oldies but goodies are making a comeback, one weekend only! Visit the Hawk Haven tasting room for an exclusive wine tasting of past vintages, also available for purchase.Tasting is $15 and includes a guided tasting of these wines in our premium gold logo wine glass: 2008 Merlot, 2008 Talon, 2008 Quill, 2009 Merlot, 2010 Chardonnay. Hurry in, as these wines are only available in limited quantities. Once they are gone, they are gone for good!
Dates: January 17th & 18th, 2015
Address: Hawk Haven Winery; 600 S. Railroad Ave., Rio Grande, NJ
Cost: $15
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Team NJCB at Cloverleaf Tavern - Jan 20
The Team NJCB annual Cloverleaf party is scheduled for January 20. If you came out last year you’d know it was a killer time with fantastic beer and people despite the snowy conditions. Here is the information and as always, updates will follow.
We will have an amazing New Jersey lineup of beer on tap all day. The Team NJCB side of the things is from 6-11. We will be there with the following.
- freebies, giveaways and prizes for showing up!
- limited amount of NJCB shirts and hats
- 2015 NJCB Memberships to be printed in front of you
- unlimited high fives and conversations
Now here’s the deal for NJCB Members. Ryan from Cloverleaf is giving NJCB Members 20% off for the night including growler fills! There will be plenty of Jersey beer including beers from NJ breweries that aren’t normally on tap at Cloverleaf.
Breweries confirmed to be on tap include the following.
- Kane
- River Horse
- Carton Brewing
- Flying Fish
- Bolero Snort
- Cricket Hill
- Ramstein
- Forgotten Boardwalk
The beers and brewery reps and reps from Team NJCB that will be there! Stay tuned! RSVP on Facebook!
Date: Tuesday, January 20th, 2015; 6pm to 11pm
Address: Cloverleaf Tavern; 395 Bloomfield Ave, Caldwell NJ
Tuckahoe Brewing is Expanding with a New Brewery!
Tuckahoe Brewing Company is expanding!
To learn about their beers, click Here
Find them on Facebook and Twitter @TuckahoeCo
Official Press Release:
Tuckahoe Brewing Company will soon be available to more craft beer fans in New Jersey. Today, the company announces plans to increase its production capacity and distribution area in response to the overwhelming demand for its locally crafted beer.
The expansion includes a new 10,000 square foot facility, located in Egg Harbor Township, NJ to include a tasting room and retail space. This expansion of Tuckahoe Brewing Company will be its first since its founding in 2011.
The new building will house a custom built, 5 year old, 15-barrel three-vessel brew house from Diversified Metal Engineering of Charlottetown, Canada; two 30-barrel fermentation vessels and two 15-barrel fermentation vessels.
The new brew house and cellar will give Tuckahoe Brewing Company the capacity to increase their production by over 300%, with plenty of room for additional growth. We will continue to brew our signature beers and will significantly increase our bottling capacity.
Currently the demand for our beer is greater than our supply. We’re excited to bring our beer to more consumers, while also adding equipment to increase quality and consistency. Craft beer consumers in New Jersey are getting more sophisticated, so it’s important we are able to meet both the demand and the quality expectations they have for Tuckahoe Brewing Company.
Tuckahoe Brewing Company was founded in 2011 by four friends Jim McAfee, Matt McDevitt, Tim Hanna and Chris Konicki and is located in Southern New Jersey. Partner Stu Stomfeld signed on in 2014 to help take Tuckahoe brewing to the next level.
For more information on Tuckahoe Brewing Company visit our website at www.tuckahoebrewing.com
About Tuckahoe Brewing Company
Tim Hanna, Matt McDevitt, and Chris Konicki have all been teaching and coaching at the same high school in South Jersey for the last 10+ years, while Jim McAfee has been an architect in South Jersey for the past 15 years. Each has strong connections to Cape May and Atlantic Counties. In 2006 they began brewing together and working their way towards opening Tuckahoe Brewing Company.
Contest Ends this Monday! Win Tickets to The Big Brew Beer Festival
The Big Brew Beer Festival is BACK in Morristown, NJ on Saturday, February 21st, 2015. The BBBF will feature 200+ Craft Beers, 10 Casks in VIP and great food from 4 area restaurants including Morris Tap & Grill and Nicole’s Ten.Full beer list and menu coming soon. UNLIMITED TASTINGS! This is a perfect opportunity for beer aficionados and beer lovers to meet, hang out, discover new beers and speak to brewery representatives. Plus Free Shuttle Service to & from the Festival!
I am running not one, but TWO contests to win tickets to this event. One will be started TODAY. A winner will be chosen on Monday, January 5th at 8pm. I will also be doing a Twitter contest at a later date.
Here’s How to Enter the Facebook Contest:
1. You must “like” New Jersey Isn’t Boring and The Big Brew Beer Festival on Facebook. I will check!
2. When you see a status promoting the contest on Facebook (including the link to this blog post), you must SHARE the status and LIKE and COMMENT on it as well. If you do not like it, I have no way of tagging you as a winner.
3. A winner will be chosen on Monday, January 5th at 8pm. There will be a Facebook post declaring the winner at that time.
Not social media savvy? Don’t want to test your luck?
Well…I have more good news.
I have an exclusive $10 off promo code for the event which you can redeem on the Big Brew Beer Fest ticket page. The promo code is: NJISNTBORING
Details on the Event: 
Date: Saturday, February 21st, 2015; 2 sessions
Address: The Morristown Armory; 430 Western Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: GA $60,, VIP $85, $10 DD
* Ticket prices will increase two weeks before the show and again one week before the show. Get them early!
Buy tickets HERE
Like them on Facebook and Follow on Twitter @BigBrewBeerFest
For more beer events check out the NJIB section for Beer Events
WIN Tickets to The Big Brew Beer Festival on February 21st
The Big Brew Beer Festival is BACK in Morristown, NJ on Saturday, February 21st, 2015. The BBBF will feature 200+ Craft Beers, 10 Casks in VIP and great food from 4 area restaurants including Morris Tap & Grill and Nicole’s Ten.Full beer list and menu coming soon. UNLIMITED TASTINGS! This is a perfect opportunity for beer aficionados and beer lovers to meet, hang out, discover new beers and speak to brewery representatives. Plus Free Shuttle Service to & from the Festival!
I am running not one, but TWO contests to win tickets to this event. One will be started TODAY. A winner will be chosen on Monday, January 5th at 8pm. I will also be doing a Twitter contest at a later date.
Here’s How to Enter the Facebook Contest:
1. You must “like” New Jersey Isn’t Boring and The Big Brew Beer Festival on Facebook. I will check!
2. When you see a status promoting the contest on Facebook (including the link to this blog post), you must SHARE the status and LIKE and COMMENT on it as well. If you do not like it, I have no way of tagging you as a winner.
3. A winner will be chosen on Monday, January 5th at 8pm. There will be a Facebook post declaring the winner at that time.
Not social media savvy? Don’t want to test your luck?
Well…I have more good news.
I have an exclusive $10 off promo code for the event which you can redeem on the Big Brew Beer Fest ticket page. The promo code is: NJISNTBORING
Details on the Event:
Date: Saturday, February 21st, 2015; 2 sessions
Address: The Morristown Armory; 430 Western Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: GA $60,, VIP $85, $10 DD
* Ticket prices will increase two weeks before the show and again one week before the show. Get them early!
Buy tickets HERE
Like them on Facebook and Follow on Twitter @BigBrewBeerFest
For more beer events check out the NJIB section for Beer Events
11 Events to Check Out This Weekend – Dec 13 – 14, 2014
Be sure to check out my list of resources for other Winter events under the “Winter Events and Festivals” tab.
The Big Brew Sussex Beer Festival – Dec 13
Big Brew Sussex Beer Festival is a perfect opportunity for beer aficionados to meet and hang out. With over 250 unique tastings it’s a great place to discover new beers and speak to brewery representatives. Great craft beer, food trucks, fire pits, music and an ugly sweater contest!
$10 off with Promo Code: NJISNTBORING
Date: Saturday, December 13th, 2014
Address: Sussex County Fairgrounds 37 Plains Rd, Augusta, NJ
Cost: $55 GA, $80 VIP, $10 Designated Driver. Ticket Price increases on Nov 29th. Get Tickets HERE
You can also get more information on their Facebook and twitter @BigBrewBeerFest
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Natali Vineyard’s Holiday Cheer Event – Dec 13
Our Christmas tree is up and Santa is coming to town early this year. Join us on December 13th as we rock around the vines with Santa and his elves. We will be showcasing our selection of fruit wines. The vines have just gone to sleep for the winter, so it’s now our time to party! We will have live music, local food & craft vendors, holiday Sangria, wines by the glass or bottle, tastings and gourmet meat and cheese trays!! Rumor has it that Santa will be stopping by, so have your cameras ready for pictures with our very own Vineyard Santa! Bring a new, unwrapped toy for “Toys for Tots” & receive a GC for a free tasting! Natali events are always FREE ADMISSION and Rain or Shine.
Date: December 13th, 2014
Address: Natali Vineyards; 221 North Delsea Dr, Cape May Courthouse, NJ
Cost: Free
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Walker Stalker Con – Dec 13th & 14th
Walker Stalker Con is the fruit of The Walker Stalkers Podcast with James & Eric. The podcast began with an amazing trip to Senoia, GA where James & Eric were able to view the set of The Walking Dead and meet the incredible actors from the show. As a result of this experience, a podcast began and then the idea of a convention focused around recreating that same experience with the cast and crew of the show, along with talented actors and artists from other zombie shows, movies and art.
Walker Stalker Con is not just a convention. It is a fan meet-up and an opportunity for each guest to come away feeling like they’ve had an amazing experience and became part of a greater community of zombie lovers! Walker Stalker Con is three days of events, panels, and experiences that zombie fans won’t find anywhere else!
Dates: December 13th & 14th, 2014
Address: Meadowlands Exposition Center; 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ
Get Tickets Here
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Cream Ridge Winemakers Holiday Faire – Dec 13 & 14
Tis The Season! Wine Makers Holiday Faire at the Cream Ridge Winery! December 13th & 14th – (Saturday 11am – 6pm – Sunday 11am – 5pm) – No Cover Charge – Wine Release Party!
Dates: December 13th & 14th, 2014
Address: 145 County Road 539, Cream Ridge, NJ
Cost: Free to attend, $5 tasting
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Winter Trolley Tour – Dec 13 & 14
Join Vintage SouthJersey, Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14, to visit the wineries of the Two Bridges Wine Trail. Travelling aboard charming classic trolleys, each tour lasts approximately 5 hours, and includes tastings from four wineries.
This year’s Holiday Tour features two dining options. Choose from lunch at Cecil Creek Farm in Mickleton, or The Lakehouse Restaurant on Iona Lake in Newfield. Light fare is also available for purchase at several wineries.
Two trails are available to tour – join us both days to sample all eight wineries!
Trail A in includes: Auburn Road Vineyard, Cedarvale Winery, Chestnut Run Winery, Wagonhouse Winery, and Cecil Creek Farm
Trail B includes: Bellview Winery, Coda Rossa Winery, Heritage Vineyards, Monroeville Winery, and The Lakehouse Restaurant
For your convenience, Vintage SouthJersey tour hosts will ride along with you to answer any questions and make sure your case purchases get safely back to your starting winery.
Dates: December 13th & 14th, 2014
Cost: $50. Buy Tickets HERE
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Wall Twp Christmas Light Show – Dec 13 & 14
This Christmas Light Show is a family tradition at the Jersey Shore. The show combines impressive displays of lighting, fog, and pyrotechnics and synchronizes them to powerful concert quality sound! The event is free but raises money for local charities through donations from visitors. Free food and drink are available and Santa usually makes an appearance! Visitors are advised to come 40 minutes before the show to allow time to park and walk to the venue. Dress warm and bring a flashlight. Driving directions, parking information, and show status information is available at the shows website.
Dates: December 13, 14, & 20, 2014; 7 pm and 8:30
Address: The Christmas Show House; 2702 Woolley Rd., Wall Township, NJ
Cost: Free, recommended donation of $20 for a family of 4
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Ugly Holiday Sweater Weekend – Dec 13 & 14
We know you love to dress up for the holidays. So do we! Come to the Tasting Room to view our outstanding staff in their ugliest Holiday Sweaters. Of course, we expect you to do the same. Free Tastings, prizes, and just plain holiday fun for everyone who participates. Expect all your friends to see you online, too!
Dates: December 13th & 14th, 2014; Noon to 5pm
Address: Sharrott Winery; 370 S Egg Harbor Rd, Hammonton, NJ
Cost: Free
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Bordentown Holiday Carriage Ride – Dec 13 & 14
Take a horse drawn carriage ride as you enjoy the festivities of the holiday decorations, holiday music, and smell of chestnuts roasting. Holiday music, hot chocolate, kettle corn and chestnuts roasting, fresh holiday decorations and crafts! Reservations can be made by contacting Rebecca’s Vintage Boutique& Consignment Shop 609-298-9422. Carriage Ride Tickets can be purchased or picked up at 224 Farnsworth Ave., day of will be on Corner of Farnsworth & Walnut Sts.
Dates: December 13th & 14th, 2014; Sat 4:30 – 9:30 pm, Sun:3:30 – 7:30 pm.
Address: Downtown Bordentown; 224 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown City, NJ
Cost: $20 per person & $10 for children under 10.
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Pizza & Patriot at 4JG’s Orchards – Dec 13 & 14
The season is coming to a close! Join us for a tasting and enjoy our delicious Patriot with a Franky Fed’s personal pizza.
Dates: Saturday, December 13 & 14, 2014; 12-5pm
Address: 4JG’s Orchards; 127 Hillsdale Road, Colts Neck, NJ
Cost: Tasting $5pp, Personal pizzas $10-$12, Glasses of Patriot $5
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Holiday Craft and Vendor Sale – Dec 14
Come to our Holiday Shopping Event and Multiple Sclerosis Fundraiser. There will be more than 30 Unique Vendors for you to get all of your holiday shopping done. Hand crafted holiday items, jewelry, candles, designer purses, gourmet pies, cookies and cupcakes, cosmetics, and much, much more.
Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2014; 11am to 5pm
Address: VFW Post 2226; 212 Norwood Ave, Oakhurst, NJ
Cost: Free to attend
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Kids Rock Out to Help Kids – Dec 14
The Holidays are just around the corner and spirits are rising. At this wonderful time of year, many people look for special ways to help the less fortunate. The kids from School of Rock, are joining with Roxy & Duke’s Restaurant & Lounge to hold a fundraiser for Covenant House, a charity that helps homeless youth all year long. Come out and join us from 2 pm – 5 pm for 3 hours of fantastic music performed by local kids from the School of Rock and help out this great cause! Suggested $10 donation will be collected at the door. Contact Noreen Dunn-Shanley at 732-406-0669 if you have any questions or require additional information.
Date: Sunday, December 14th, 2014; 2pm to 5pm
Address: Roxy & Duke’s Roadhouse; 745 Bound Brook Rd., Dunellen, NJ
Cost: Suggested $10 donation
11 Events to Check out This Week: Dec 4th – 7th, 2014
In addition to these events, there is now a list of Winter Events and Festivals Resources on the menu of NewJerseyIsntBoring.com.
Beer for Heroes – Dec 4
Rinn Duin Brewing has teamed up with Hometown Heroes to bring you a premier tasting event. Rinn Duin is brewing an exclusive beer that will only be available at this event for sampling and purchase called “Honey Hero Pale Ale.” Proceeds will be going to Hometown Heroes whose primary mission in the community is to help people in a crisis. Tickets are available for purchase online, and also at the brewery prior to this event. The official hashtag to use all over social media is #BeerForHeroes.
Tickets are $25.00 per person and will include beer sampling, brewery tour, buffet dinner, and prizes. You are not going to want to miss this event!
Date: Thursday, December 4th, 2014; 6pm to 9pm
Address: Rinn Duin; 540 Rt 37 W, Toms River, NJ
Cost: $25. Get Tickets HERE
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Merry Go-Go Shoppa-Palooza – Dec 5
The Merry Go-Go Shoppa-Palooza is a one-of-a-kind shopping event featuring local artisans, crafters, and a variety of vintage and collectible resellers, food, and more! Photos with Santa will be available.
Date: Friday, December 5th, 2014; 5pm-11pm
Address: Asbury Park VFW, 701 Lake Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: $2, Free with non-perishable food item
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DerpyCon – Dec 5 – 7
DerpyCon is a multi genre sci fi convention, celebrating the culture of science fiction, fantasy, animation, and beyond. DerpyCon 2014 will be located at the Hyatt Morristown in Morristown, NJ. The weekend event will have panels, LARPs, concerts, video gaming, cosplay, vendors, dances, table-top gaming, AMVs, and more!
Dates: Dec 5th – 7th, 2014
Address: Hyatt Morristown; 3 Speedwell Ave. Morristown
To register click Here
You can also like them on Facebook and follow them on twitter @DerpyCon
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Home for the Holidays, Yuletide Tour of Historic Salem, NJ – Dec 6
Historic Salem City is the oldest permanent English-speaking settlement in the Delaware Valley. Visit 14 Private Historic Homes, plus Churches & Museums featuring Demonstrations, Exhibits and Characters from the past. Shop for Antiques, local art and collectibles.
Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2014; 1pm to 6pm
Address: Broadway & Market St., Salem, NJ
Cost: $10 each prior to the tour and $15 the day of the tour. Reserve HERE
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Wine and Appetizers at Villa Milagro – Dec 6 & 7
It’s that time of year. Guests dropping in unexpectedly, office and school events to which you need to bring something. And you have no time! Come on out to sample delicious tidbits that are quick & easy to make for the holidays. We will show you how to make these treats from ingredients you have on hand. You can “eat’n’learn!” We will also discuss how to pair wines with appetizers to best compliment one another.
Dates: December 6th & 7th, 2014; Noon to 5pm
Address: Villa Milagro Vineyard; 33 Warren Glen Road, Finesville, NJ
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Willow Creek Winery Sip & Shop Holiday Food Drive – Dec 6 & 7
Sip and sample wines while shopping and supporting local Cape May businesses, crafters, jewelers, and artists. They will also be collecting non-perishable food donations.
Dates: December 6th & 7th, 2014; 11am to 4pm
Address: Willow Creek Winery; 160-168 Stevens St. West Cape May, NJ
Cost: Free to Attend
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Holiday Family Weekend at Terhune Orchards – Dec 6 & 7
Enjoy fun for the whole Family with wagon rides and visiting our barn yard of animals. Choose the perfect Christmas tree and wreath. Start your holiday shopping. Unique selection of gift baskets, with Terhune Orchards fruit, baked goods, and even wine – perfect for anyone on your list! In the wine tasting room from noon – 5 pm, try our award winning wines and warm up with our hot mulled wine. Sample our delicious Gift Basket “ingredients” – homemade baked goods, cheeses, apple butter and more.
Dates: December 6th & 7th, 2014; 10am to 5pm
Address: Terhune Orchards; 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free admission, $5 tastings.
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Lake Mohawk German Christmas Market – Dec 6 & 7
2014 will be the 13th year of the Market and we continue to see expansion of vendors, entertainment and authentic German food again this year. The Lake Mohawk Country Club has embraced the market and utilized further real estate down the boardwalk area in addition to the Ballroom and the Papoose room for vendors to sell their quality wares. The entertainment venues will once more be both indoors and outdoors as visitors will be serenaded by various local groups lakeside. Come and enjoy this years festivities and consider using the Park & Ride option – since there will be a charge for premium parking at the Lake Mohawk Country Club car parking lot. Park & Ride to the Plaza from 2 locations within Sparta. For more details see Directions. All proceeds will be donated to charitable organizations.
Dates: December 6th (10am to 9pm) & 7th (10am to 5pm), 2014
Address: Lake Mohawk Boardwalk; 14 Boardwalk, Sparta, NJ
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Santa Paws – Dec 7
A fundraising event by Holisticat Rescue and Rehabilitation and Homeless Animal Lifeline, hosted by South Brunswick Animal Hospital. 100% of the proceeds to benefit homeless animals. Pet photos with Santa, giveaways, cats and kittens for adoption, Ugly Sweater Contest for dogs!!, baked good, beverages, and merchandise for sale! We will be accepting donations of cat supplies (food, litter, toys, beds, etc.).
Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2014; 11am to 4pm
Address: South Brunswick Animal Hospital; 879 Georges Ave, Monmouth Junction
For more information visit their Facebook Event
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Coming Home Rescue Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast – Dec 7
Coming Home Rescue, a 501(c)3 non-profit dog rescue organization, will host a Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast at Applebee’s®, 435 Route 46 East, Dover, NJ, on Sunday, December 7, 2014, from 8am-10am to help raise funds to continue to save homeless animals. The cost is $10 per adult and $6 for children 6 and under. The meal includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage and a choice of beverage (coffee, juice, soda or tea). Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance by contacting Coming Home Rescue at 1-888-405-7221 or info@cominghomerescue.org. Tickets are also available at adoption events which are held nearly every Saturday in Morris, Essex and Passaic Counties. Santa will be in attendance at the breakfast and patrons interested in having a photo with him should bring a camera. Hand decorated Christmas ornaments ($7 each or two for $12) and iPad Air raffle tickets ($5 each) will also be available for purchase. For more information about the organization, available dogs and upcoming adoption events, visit www.cominghomerescue.org
Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2014; 8am to 10am
Address: Applebee’s; 435 Route 46 East, Dover, NJ,
Cost: $10 adult, $6 kids.
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Wayne Toy and Collectible Show – Dec 7
The Wayne NJ Toy and Collectibles Show, which began in 1991, is New Jersey’s longest running toy collectibles show. There are many things you can find at the show: Toys, Comics, Sports Cards, Sports Memorabilia and Autographs, Small Antiques, Action Figures, Movie Posters-Memorabilia and Autographs, Die-Cast-Cars, Trucks and Planes, Books and Magazines, Dime Store Toys, Gumball Machine and Vending Prizes, Trains, Dolls, DVD’s, Star Wars, PEZ, Corgi, Gi Joe, Hot Wheels, Mego, Barbi, Original Art, Vintage Military, Cap Guns, Monster, Sci-Fi and Horror Items and so much more.
It is held the first Sunday of every month, unless there is a holiday conflict. It is a $2 fee to get in, or free for kids under 12.
Date: Sunday, December 7th, 2014; 8am to 2pm
Address: Company #1′s Firehouse Banquet Hall; 97 Parish Drive Wayne, NJ
Cost: $2
