It's a Reunion! A High School Renunion - The Musical that is!

If you're weekend is looking a little short of laughs, you can up the giggles by going to see "High School Reunion: The Musical" at Brookdale Community College. There's only one weekend left and it's bound to be a barrel of laughs.

For tickets, contact Brookdale Community College. If you want to be up a little on the story, take a gander at the Asbury Park Press Review. My friend Glenn Jones is in the show, so we'll be there this Friday. I'm putting my giggle on, how about you?

Past Weekend was Smithville. Coming up - Blues & Wine Festival!

It may have been a drizzly, overcast weekend, but things were hopping in Historic Smithville. If you've never been there, you really should stop by. There are dozens of charming shops with unique treasures hidden in every corner. I recommend the Chai Lattes at the Cooks Corner. Make sure to stop by Evermore Herb Farm. That's a new shop that has a terrific selection of cooking, health and garden herbs - including some lovely teas! Smithville is a day long adventure well worth the trip - even if there isn't a craft fair taking place!

This coming weekend, May 23 & 24th, is the Blues & Wine Festival on the incredible Natirar Park grounds in Peapack/Gladstone.

Amid the over 20 New Jersey vineyards will be dozens of crafters displaying their wares - including Celtic Chairde Creations! And you'll hear the amazing Craig Thatcher Band and blues guitarists Matt O'Kee. The wine festivals, sponsored by The Garden State Wine Growers Association, are always fun. The wine festival runs from noon to 5 pm both days. We hope you'll stop by and visit us and the sample the wonderful wines from New Jersey's vineyards.

A Very Happy Mothers Day to All!

Just a wish to all the mom's out there - may you have a day to remember fondly for years to come.

And for everyone else - mom's work hard all year. Remember to say Thank You every now and then.

By the way - thank you, Mom. Love you!

Celebrate Beltaine at the Rutgers Farms Market

Joyous Beltaine! Happy May Day!

The ancient Celts basically had two seasons. Winter - the dark cold time - which began on Halloween or Samhain. Summer began on Beltain, or May Day, which began the season of the sun. So I like to look at today as the start of summer!

And what better way to celebrate the beginning of the sun shiny days than some lovely fresh veggies and fruit. My garden is just beginning, but luckily I know a source for great local produce, meats and baked goods - The Rutgers Farmers Market!

Today is the first day of the Rutgers Farm Market, and I've anxiously been awaiting their reopening. It's a delightful shopping experience, with knowledgeable people helping you narrow down your choices. They are open every Friday through the summer, from 1 until 6 pm. You can find them on Ryders Lane in East Brunswick at the entrance to the Rutgers Gardens.

If this open air market is too far for you to travel, find a market near you. Farmers deserve our support, and we deserve the finest in local goods at the peak of their season.

Let the summer begin!