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Events Not to Miss:
What: Shrek the Musical
Why: The famous ogre hits the stage in this musical performance.
When: Thursday July 31-Sunday August 3, 7 pm and 3 pm
Where: bergenPAC, Englewood
What: Lake Tappan Paddle Day
Why: Grab a paddle and a pole for boating, fishing, and more fun on the water.
When: Saturday August 2, 8 am-4 pm
Where: Lake DeForest, New City
What: WWE Summer Slam
Why: The champs arrive for the ultimate matches.
When: Saturday August 2-Sunday August 3, 5:30 PM
Where: MetLife, East Rutherford
What: Courtyard Live!
Why: The JCC's summer courtyard concert has music, food, and family activities.
When: Sunday August 3, 12:30-1:30 pm
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades Klatskin Courtyard, Tenafly
What: Butterfly Feeding
Why: Feed the butterflies and create a seed ball.
When: Weekends through Sunday August 17, 1:30 and 2:30 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, Tenafly
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
Why: Rides, games, and food at this summer fun fest.
When: Wednesday July 30-Sunday August 3
Where: 245 North Main St., Spring Valley
What: New Jersey State Fair
Why: This massive fair has it all — rides, exhibits, animals, and entertainment.
When: Friday August 1-Saturday August 9, check schedule for daily times
Where: 37 Plains Rd., Augusta
What: Nanuet Summer Arts Fest
Why: Check out works from local artists, musicians, and let the kids get creative at workshops.
When: Saturday August 2, 12-4:30 PM
Where: Nanuet Town Center, Nanuet
Why: Book a balloon ride and enjoy family time at the fair.
When: Now through Saturday August 2, 3-10 pm
Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, Phillipsburg
What: Peach Festival Weekend
Why: Have a peachy keen weekend with picking and fun on the farm.
When: Saturday August 2-Sunday August 3, 9 am-4:30 pm
Where: Alstede Farms, Chester
What: Crafts & Vintage Fair
Why: Stroll and shop arts & crafts, vintage finds, and collector's items.
When: Sunday August 3, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Jubilee Park, Clifton
Why: Pack up the fam for $1 movie mornings (yes, just $1). Think: Sonic 3, If, and The Wild Robot.
When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays through August 6, first showtime of the day
Where: Nanuet Town Center, Nanuet
Upcoming Events:
What: Saint Rocco's Feast
Why: Food, music, games, and more community fun.
When: Wednesday August 6-Sunday August 10, 6-11 pm weekdays, 4-11 pm Saturday, 2-11 pm Sunday
Where: Saint Rocco, Fort Lee
Why: Browse 70+ artists and take a tour of the museum.
When: Saturday August 9, 10 am-4 pm
Where: The Hermitage Museum, Ho-Ho-Kus
