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A Variety of Music Signals the Close of Summer

As summer draws to a close, local concerts feature jazz, rock and roll and country music.

With about a week and a half until Labor Day, summer concert series are wrapping up for the season.

Though Hillsborough's series finished earlier this month, shows in Warren and Bridgewater continue to take the stage.

Enjoy the sounds of summer before the hectic fall schedule takes over!

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Here's what's happening this weekend:


When/Where: 
From 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at the .
Why Go: 
To discuss the latest Manga titles and videos. Naruto and Bleach are even better with when hanging with library friends.
Pricing: 
Free.

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When/Where: 
At 7 p.m. on Thursday at the  in Warren. 
Why Go: 
To welcome the jazz sounds of Landon Peer and Karl Dietel on their first Under the Stars performance.
Pricing: 
Free.


When/Where: 
From 8 to 11 p.m. on Thursday at  in Warren.
Why Go: 
Because jazz vocalist Laura Hall presents a program of American popular songs, jazz standards and Brazilian music.
Pricing:
 No cover charge.


When/Where: 
From 10:30 a.m. to noon on Thursday at the  in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: 
Children ages 7 to 9 will discover how science was used to create the excitement of "Ice Age."
Pricing: 
$9 per person. Registration required.


When/Where: 
All day on Friday at the  in Basking Ridge. 
Why Go: 
It's your last chance to try any of the YMCA's programs, including the pool. Don't miss this great opportunity for fitness and fun.
Pricing: 
Free, but for Somerset County residents only.


When/Where: 
From 9:30 a.m. to closing on Friday and Saturday at the  in Warren. 
Why Go: 
To drop in anytime and enjoy a variety of board games. "Connect Four" or just connect with friends.
Pricing: 
Free.


When/Where: 
From 8 to 11 p.m. on Saturday at G&J Studios in Hillsborough. 
Why Go: 
Because it's a great night of socializing, dancing and fun. Partners are not required so maybe that special someone will dance your way. 
Pricing: 
$15 per person.


When/Where: 
From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at  in Hillsborough.
Why Go: 
Ride away shining while supporting Raiders soccer.
Pricing: 
$5 per car.


When/Where: 
At 10 a.m. on Saturday at Lowes in Hillsborough.
Why Go: 
Because building and decorating this awesome locker will make back-to-school a little bit brighter.
Pricing: 
Free. Registration required.


When/Where: 
From 9 to 11 p.m. on Saturday at in Warren.
Why Go: 
To enjoy classic rock and roll performed by H.S.R (Hard Scrabble Road) in a setting that's all about comfort and tasty food.
Pricing:
 No cover charge.

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When/Where: 
At 8 a.m. on Saturday for adults and on Saturday and Sunday for the family-friendly adventure. The events begin at the  in Basking Ridge. 
Why Go: 
Because it's "The Amazing Race," Somerset County-style. This interactive game will have participants traveling throughout the Somerset County parks and facilities performing tasks and racing each other. Its' not just a game. It's an adventure.
Pricing: 
Free. Registration required. 

When/Where: At 7 p.m. on Sunday at  in Bridgewater.
Why Go: To experience the country rock sound of a group that, in its original lineup, included several member of the Grateful Dead.
Pricing: Free.


When/Where: 
From noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday at  in Bridgewater.
Why Go: 
To take a tour of the place where favorite wines from select California and South American grapes are produced. Raise your glass to the fun of winemaking.
Pricing: 
Free.


When/Where: 
From 10 to 11 a.m or noon to 1 p.m. on Sunday at  in Bridgewater.
Why Go: 
A cooking coach will instruct children on how to have fun in the kitchen while creating a special menu of tomato and basil bruschetta and a berry flower dessert.  
Pricing: 
$5 per child and parent with Shopper Plus Card, or $10 without a card. Registration required.


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