August Event HighlightsWHAT'S HAPPENING AROUND THE GARDEN STATE For a classic fair with exciting twists, visit Harmony Township’s Warren County Farmers’ Fair (908-859-6563) from August 2-7. Praised for its genuine family atmosphere, the event features wholesome entertainment for everyone, including 4-H animals, hot air balloons, tractor pulls, the “Kids’ Corral Activity Area,” demolition derbies, and bushels more. For a complete schedule of activities visit www.warrencountyfarmersfair.org. Has the summer heat made you a little crabby? If so, head to the Miss Crustacean Hermit Crab Beauty Pageant (609-525-9300) in Ocean City. Shelled pets from around New Jersey will scamper to win judges’ hearts, while competing in the nation’s original hermit crab beauty contest and crab race. The city rolls out the red carpet for these sand- dwelling beauties on August 4. To learn more visit www.njoceancity.com. The New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm and Horse Show
(973-948-5500) returns to Augusta from August 6-15. From horse shows to performing arts to oxen pulls, visit the Sussex County Fairgrounds and
get more for your buck than ever before. Diverse tents and exciting
events guarantee hours of entertainment, learning and fun for the entire
family. For more information visit www.newjerseystatefair.org. Get on the right track by taking part in New Jersey’s most exciting weekend in horse racing. On August 7, the Hambletonian Festival of Racing (732-542-1642) trots into the Meadowlands Racetrack in East Rutherford, staking the world’s largest purse in harness racing. The excitement continues on August 8 as the Haskell Invitational (732-222-5100) gets running at Monmouth Park Racetrack in Oceanport. To learn more visit www.thebigm.com and www.monmouthpark.com. Get your wheels in motion at the Woods Hollow Classic Mountain Bike Race (732-842-4000) in Middletown. Whether you’re an accomplished rider or just starting out, cyclists of all skill levels are invited to race through Tatum Park on August 7. For more information visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com. History buffs of all ages will love Clinton’s Revolutionary War Days at Red Mill Museum Village (908-735-4101). From August 7-8, feel like an 18th century soldier by participating in military drills, skirmishes, and educational demonstrations. Don’t forget to pay tribute to Daniel Morgan, a Revolutionary War hero and Hunterdon County native, on August 8. Morgan Log Cabin Day celebrates Morgan’s life and accomplishments with domestic demonstrations in and around his home. To learn more visit www.theredmill.org. The New Jersey Offshore Powerboat Racing Association – the nation’s oldest racing club – zips into Point Pleasant for two days of thrilling powerboat competition at the Offshore Powerboat Racing (732-583-8501). The event races into action from August 12-13. For more information visit www.njoffshore.com. Express your appreciation for the sea simply by having fun! The 17th Annual Big Sea Day Celebration (732-223-8216) returns to Manasquan on August 14. Oceans of activities and friendly competitions are available for your enjoyment, including body surfing, sandcastle building, fishing, an art show, face painting, and much more. To learn more visit www.manasquan-nj.com. Here’s a bright idea, attend Burlington’s Festival of Lights (609-386-0200) on August 21. Come early and enjoy a 5k river run, craft booths, vendors, and entertainment. Then, light up your night with an illuminated boat show and fireworks. To learn more visit www.tourburlington.org. Every cool cat should cruise down to Doo Wop Day (609-748-6160) at Historic Smithville. On August 21, relive the days of Doo Wop with a free outdoor concert on the Village Greene. To learn more visit www.smithvillenj.com. Put wind in your sails by visiting the 4th Annual Classic Boat Festival (609-296-8868) at Tuckerton Seaport from August 21-22. The two splendid days of festivities give boat lovers plenty of time to browse the classic wooden and glass boat exhibits, watch demonstrations, enjoy live entertainment, and participate in a parent/child boat building contest. For more information, visit www.tuckertonseaport.org. | 
