Top 10 New Jersey Events for January 20 – 22, 2023

Are you fully embracing 2023?  It may be coldish – but there’s still plenty to do! Let’s leave the house to explore what NJ has to offer (or not, you do you). These are my top 10 New Jersey Events for January 20 –22, 2023.

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Top 10 New Jersey Events for January 20 – 22, 2023:

Cranford Public Library Used Book Sale
January 19 – 21
Looking for some good reading at bargain prices? The Friends of the Cranford Public Library invite you to visit their Used Book Sale in the Cranford Public Library’s Friendly Book Cellar from Thursday, January 19 through Saturday, January 21, 2023. Browse through thousands of books at low prices. This sale is open to all, and registration is required.
Cranford Public Library, 224 Walnut Avenue, Cranford, NJ

Movie Night on The Ice at Renault Winery & Resort’s Vintner Wonderland
January 20,  5PM – 8PM
Join every Friday for a different movie on the ice at Renault Winery & Resort’s Vintner Wonderland.
1/6: Night at the Museum
1/13 Ice Age
1/20: Happy Feet
1/27: 101 Dalmatians
Renault Winery Resort, Egg Harbor City, NJ

Winery with Music, Firepits & Mulled Wine
January 21  & 22, 12PM – 5PM
Join for a chance to gather with friends, and family. This winter Terhune Orchards winery will be open Saturdays & Sundays with indoor and outdoor seating. Seasonal hot mulled wine is a wonderful way to warm up. Sample a variety of wines in tasting flights or enjoy wine by the glass. Fire pits will be going all weekend. Bring your glasses and enjoy them fireside. Light fare is available. All ages can enjoy s’more kits and hot cocoa. Families are welcome. No reservations are needed, maximum group of 8 guests.
Terhune Orchards, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

The Rahway Soup Stroll
January  21,  1PM – 4PM
Warm up this winter with some delicious soups!
On Saturdays in January (7, 14, 21, & 28) from 1-4pm, bundle up and visit participating restaurants for a taste of their featured soups. Here’s what you do:
– Visit the participating restaurant.
– Ask for a Soup Stroll Sample and receive a FREE 4oz sample of their featured soup.
– Stroll outside to enjoy your soup!
– Take a Souper Selfie at the establishment to submit for the photo contest!
– Stroll to the next participating establishment and repeat!
– Take a SOUPER SELFIE and enter a drawing for one of four $25 Gift Certificates to your favorite participating Rahway Restaurant!
Visit participating restaurants, snap a picture with your soup at that restaurant and post it to your Instagram Feed or Story. Tag @rahwayishappening and the restaurant (if they have an account) and you will be entered into the drawing. (One entry per Instagram account)
Rahway, NJ

West Windsor Community Farmers’ Market’s Indoor Farmer’s Market
January 21, 10AM – 1PM
Find winter produce, pastured meats and poultry, fresh seafood, mushrooms, artisan cheeses, sauces, jams, chocolates, wine and much more. Plan on a morning filled with good food, live music and positive vibes!
Lower Vaughn Lot at the Princeton Junction Train Station, West Windsor, NJ
Cost: Free

Winterfest
January 21,12PM
Bundle up for a brisk stroll through the Hackettstown BID area to Celebrate WinterFest 2023! The merchants of Hackettstown invite you to a fun filled day starting at 12pm. From 12-4pm, take a turn around an iceless skating rink! (skates provided) Make a smore! (Smores, skating and other family friendly events will have a small fee – cash only). These activities can be found at the NEW BERK’s Outlet location (232 Main Street) parking lot. Check out the Live Ice Sculpture Demonstrations at two locations (Gazebo and on Main Street from 1pm-3:15pm) Look for posters in front of the over 30 businesses to identify those who are participating in sales, tastings and specials. Sample the tastes of the great Hackettstown Eateries and Breweries. Check out sales and special offers at the local shops and businesses. This is a GREAT opportunity to visit a business you have never visited ~ try a new beer, sample a new food, and shop at a business you have yet to visit! Be a judge at the CHILI SOUP COOK OFF CONTEST!
Downtown Hackettstown, NJ

Jersey Shore Home Show
January 21 & 22, 10AM – 5PM
Theevent features a wide selection of home improvement professionals in a fun, interactive environment. After meeting with and comparing expert exhibitors, you’ll be inspired and motivated to start planning with confidence.
Brookdale Community College – Collins Arena Arena Dr Lincroft, NJ

Morris County Winter Farmers’ Market – Grow It Green
January 22 at 9:30 AM
Grow It Green Morristown creates sustainable farms and gardens, and educates communities on healthy eating and environmental stewardship. They feature more than 20 farmers and local food vendors like freshly grown produce, farm-raised beef, pork and poultry and fresh seafood, baked goods, farm eggs, and so much more.
Convent Train Station, Convent Road, Morris Township, NJ
Cost: Free

Jersey City 11th Annual LGBTQ+ Wedding Expo
January 22, 12:30 – 3:30PM
Warm your hearts in January 2023: it promises to be an uplifting afternoon of fresh, trendy ideas for Your Special Day, community connections and a true celebration of equality! You and your fiancee (or fiancee-to-be!) will have the chance to chat with dozens of LGBTQ+ friendly wedding professionals from throughout the area, who are eager to support you in planning Your Dream Wedding. You’ll also want to take time to tour the beautiful Liberty House Restaurant, the gracious host for the afternoon. Sample an assortment of delectable food and dessert items. Ask questions of local LGBTQ+ friendly wedding professionals. Meet other couples also in the planning stages. Relax with a signature cocktail. Gather unique ceremony & reception ideas. Meet a variety of wedding vendors conveniently all in one afternoon… and REST ASSURED that all of them actively support Equal Rights for the community!
Liberty House Restaurant and Events 76 Audrey Zapp Drive Jersey City, NJ

Hudson Restaurant Week
January 23 – February 3
Now in it’s 19th year! Bi-annual celebration of dining in Hudson County with prix-fixe discounted menus.
Partipating Restuarants in Hudson County, NJ