Events to Check Out this Weekend, April 17 – 19, 2015

Third Friday Glasstown Arts District – April 17

Third Friday – Art exhibition openings and receptions, live music on sidewalks and in galleries/shops. Dining at upscale and casual restaurants. Levoy Theatre performances. Shopping at one-of-a-kind boutiques. 6 – 9 pm with dining and theatre open late.

Date: Friday, April 17th, 2015; 6pm – 9pm
Address: 22 N. High St., 16 N High Street – 508 N High Street, Millville
Cost: Free
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Spring Food Truck Fiesta – April 18

Time to party again with your Favorite Food Trucks!!
– 20+ Food Trucks (list of trucks to come!)
– DJ and Bands
– Kid and Adult fun including the Hamster Balls, Pony
Rides, Petting Zoo, Bounce Houses Hula hoop fun with
the Twirling Arcade ladies!
– Interactive Art installation!
– Fire Pits
– Beer and Wine!
– Dogs Welcome!
– Bring your lawn chairs and hang out!

Date: April 18th, 2015; 11am to 7pm
Address: Mercer County Park; Festival Grounds, Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor
Cost: $5
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Key West Weekend @ Natali Vineyards – April 18

Stop by for a taste of “The Keys”! Goodies, such as Key Lime Pie and Conch Chowder, will be available for pairing with our wines. Taste 5 wines paired with our goodies for only $10.

Date: Saturday, April 18th, 12pm to 6pm
Address:221 N Delsea Dr, Cape May Court House
Cost: Free Admission, $10 Wine Tasting
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America on Tap – April 18

America On Tap is coming to Robbinsville, New Jersey on Saturday, April 18th at the Robbinsville Fieldhouse & Expo Center! This three-hour premium event will showcase over 100 releases from some of America’s best craft breweries. Attendees will sample beers in an atmosphere filled with live music, delicious food available for purchase, and great vendors. What better way to spend a Saturday than with great friends, amazing beer, delicious food and live music!

Date: Saturday, April 18th, 2015; 2:30pm to 6pm
Address: Robbinsville Field House; 153 W Manor Way, Robbinsville
Cost: $35 in advance, $40 at the door. Buy tickets HERE
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Feis at the Beach – April 18

Cummins School of Irish Dance presents Feis at the Beach. Doors open at 9 am; Irish dance competitions are 10 am – 5:30 pm. The competitions will include over 1,000 dancers of all ages and expertise. Feis will be choreographed to music and prizes will be awarded. A number of vendors will be displaying and selling many Irish products.

Date: Saturday, April 18th, 2015; Starts at 9am
Address: Wildwoods Convention Center; 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwoods
Cost: Free
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Dandelion Release Weekend – April 18 & 19

This time of year brings more than just bud break in our vineyard, it also brings a new vintage of our Dandelion Wine! On April 18th and 19th we will be releasing our 2014 vintage of Dandelion wine to the public for tasting and sale. Alongside our newest vintage we will also be tasting our most recent vintages as well as some that have been aging in our cellar for quite some time! The 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009 and 2006 vintages of our Dandelion wine will be available for tasting as a flight of six so you can taste the dramatic changes in flavor that occur over time with this wine. Throughout the day we will also be holding several trailer tours of our vineyard in the full swing of spring! With bud break happening and the vines just waking up from their deep winter sleep it is a great time of year to be in the vineyard. Tours will be held on a first come first serve basis at no charge.

Dates: April 18th & 19th, 2015; Noon to 5pm
Address: Bellview Winery; 150 Atlantic Street, Landisville
Cost: Free to Attend, $5 for Wine Tasting
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Cherry Blossom Bloomfest – April 18 & 19

Enjoy a family day in the pink park. A packed schedule of events includes cultural demonstrations, children’s activities, live music, food, and more! Free admission.

Dates: April 18th(11am to 3pm) – 19th(11am to 5pm), 2015
Address: Essex County Branch Brook Park, Clifton Ave., Newark
Cost: Free
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13th Annual BullyFest – April 19

HeavenSent Bulldog Rescue‘s 13th Annual BullyFest has been set for Sunday, April 19th! Fun for the whole family and fundraising for bulldogs in need. Food and drinks will not be included, so please feel free to bring your own pop-up tent & picnic lunch! Don’t forget to bring a chair! Costume Contest & Prizes. Rescue Parade. All proceeds benefit Heavensent Bulldog Rescue! This year’s theme: “Focus on Fostering!” Whether you own a bulldog, or just love the breed, all are welcome! Dogs must be leashed at all times! Rain or Shine, Indoor and Outdoor Space.

Date: Sunday, April 19, 2015; 12:30pm-3:00pm
Address: Allen’s Kennels; 116 Bortons Landing Rd Unit A, Moorestown
Cost: $5.00, Kids under 10 free

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Day At The Fair: Family Festival – April 19

Bring the whole family to celebrate our down home roots as the site of the New Jersey State Fairgrounds! Tour the park and its historic buildings where activities are sprinkled throughout. Visit the balloon man, relax to musical Dixie Land and Carnival favorites, take part in nostalgic workshops, have your face painted, see a domestic arts demonstration, and enjoy loads of popcorn, cotton candy, hot dogs, and more!

Date: Sunday, April 19th, 2015; 11am to 4pm
Address: Grounds For Sculpture; 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton
Cost: Free w/ park admission