This weekend you can take a moonlit hike in the Great Swamp while eating a ripe, juicy peach from the Westfield's Farmers Market. There are a number of events on Patch's calendar that are budget-friendly and fun for the entire family.
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Friday
Full Moon Hike at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
Enjoy an evening hike in the Great Swamp. This guided tour will allow you access to an area of the Great Swamp that is normally off limits. Registration is required. Donations of $10.00/adult, $5.00/child, $35.00/family are suggested – 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. – Harding
First Friday @ Galeria West Music Series
Enjoy the passion of tango music with acclaimed Argentine bandoneon player Tito Castro along with bassist Thomas Kirchmer in a free concert. Free – 7 p.m. – Westfield
Saturday
Westfield Farmer’s Market
This is the opening of Westfield’s Farmer Market that will feature local produce and fresh vegetables. The market will be available every Saturday until October 27th. Free – 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Westfield
Kidville – Grand Opening
Special weekends are planned at Kidville in Summit with performances by Rockin’ Railroad Band at 11:30 a.m. on dates offered. This grand opening is filled with fun things to do with children and there is an official ribbon-cutting ceremony. They also offer Summer classes for children, refer to the calendar listing for more information. Free – 10 a.m. – Summit
Model Railroad – Open House
Explore one of the largest model railroad displays from a club that stresses craftsmanship, education and prototypical operations. The club was established in New Providence/Murray Hill in 1949 and is called The Model Railroad Club, Inc. This is a “must see” for train conductors of all ages! $5.00/per person - 1 p.m. – Union
Sunday
Free NJ Pilots Baseball Game
Cheer on the NJ Pilots as they take on Trenton at 4 p.m. This free game will be located at Snyder Avenue Field, the official adopted field of the NJ Pilots. Free – 4 p.m. - Sunday
