Downtown Summit's Events & Attractions!

Are you familiar with Downtown Summit, New Jersey? Whether you live in Summit, or you’re from the surrounding Millburn or Short Hills areas, there is plenty for you to enjoy! As your Millburn-Short Hills real estate agent, allow me to introduce you to some of the current and upcoming attractions.

1. The Third Annual Festival of Fine Arts & Crafts is this Saturday in Downtown Summit! This special event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. along Beechwood Road, Union Place and Springfield Avenue, with over 75 artisans! Shop among local artists and crafters while enjoying live entertainment. From paintings and woodcarvings, to homemade quilts and jewelry made from recycled silverware, you’ll be sure to find something that impresses you. Are you new to the North Jersey area? Start decorating your home with original arts and crafts while meetings other local residents!!
2. Next weekend, June 27 through June 29, you can come out to Downtown Summit for Super Sidewalk Sale Days! Local businesses will bring some of their merchandise out onto the sidewalks for you to browse through, so you can easily stroll from one business to another and check out the bargains. At the same time, you can enjoy the fresh summer air.
3. Beginning June 27, check out Summit, NJ’s brand-new Greenmarket! It opens June 27 and continues every Thursday through Sept. 12, from 3 to 8 p.m. on Beechwood Road. There will be 13 local farmers and purveyors present, including Little Big Farm, WoodsEdge Wools Farm, Brownie Points Bakery, Pickle Licious, Z Food Farm and so many more. Save a trip to the supermarket while supporting local businesses!
4. If you can’t make it to the new Greenmarket, don’t forget about the Summit Farmers Market, celebrating its 20th season this year! The market opened on May 12 and runs every Sunday until Nov. 24. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., you can purchase produce from two organic farms and five other New Jersey farms. Apart from produce, an array of other goods is available, such as gourmet nuts and fruits, pizza, bakery goods and so much more.

Aside from all these specialty events, Summit, NJ also features permanent attractions for you to enjoy year-round. These include Clearview Beacon Hill Theatre, Reeves-Reed Arboretum, Summit Playhouse, Visual Arts Center of NJ and more! Check out Downtown Summit’s website for full details.

You’ve got all of Summit’s shopping and dining options, too. So really, the opportunities for an enjoyable day or evening are endless! If you’re new to the Summit, NJ area, be sure to check out Downtown Summit and all that it has to offer.

Want to buy a North Jersey home? Contact me! As a Millburn-Short Hills real estate agent, I’d be happy to help!

Elaine Pruzon
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5 Upcoming Events In & Around Millburn, NJ!

Did you just buy a Millburn home? Have you lived in the Millburn-Short Hills area your whole life? Either way, summer is a great time to leave the comfort of your home and socialize with other local residents at local events! Warm weather brings markets, festivals and annual traditions that you won’t want to miss. As your Millburn-Short Hills real estate agent, I’d like to fill you in on what’s coming up!

Mark your calendars for these five upcoming events around the Millburn-Short Hills area. If you attend one, leave a comment and let me know how it was! When you’re ready to buy a Millburn home or sell a Millburn home, contact me. I’ll be ready for you!

1. The Millburn Farmer’s Market starts back up this week! The first day of the 2013 season is tomorrow, June 7, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Town Hall on Essex Street. It’ll run every Friday at that time until Oct. 25. Local farmers will be present with fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables. USDA certified organic products will also be available. Want to start eating healthier? The market makes it convenient and easy to do so! 
2. On Saturday, take a drive to Primrose Farm in Morristown for the first organized public event since the site opened! Between 10 a.m. June 8 and 10 a.m. June 9, you can capture a photo of nature that holds “The Essence of Primrose.” Professional photographers will be present between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday to offer tips. Submit your photo to see if you win the photo contest! 
3. Not sure how to keep your kids busy this summer? Visit New Horizons Day Camp’s Open House on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m.! New Horizons is located in West Orange and accepts children entering kindergarten through 9th grade. While kindergarten and first graders are in a traditional camp program, kids in grades two through nine can choose their own schedule from a plethora of activities!
4. Mark your calendars for the Millburn Sidewalk Sale and Stroll on June 13, 14 and 15! Downtown Millburn will be bustling with local residents during this annual event, so it’s a great time to meet new people if you just moved to Millburn. Local business will bring bargain items and new merchandise out onto the sidewalks for a casual, festive atmosphere. 
5. Love to run? Want to shape up for summer? Start training for the 34th Annual President’s Night Race in Millburn, NJ on Monday, June 17! This 5K is open to people of all ages and usually attracts around 1,500 runners. The race begins at 8 p.m. and starts and finishes at Charlie Brown’s Restaurant parking lot. Call Sneaker Factory in Millburn at 973-376-6094 for details and to register!

Elaine Pruzon
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The Downtown Millburn, NJ Farmers Market

Friday, June 8th marked the seasonal opening of the Downtown Millburn, NJ Farmers Market.  The farmers market is located in the Essex Street Municipal Lot and will run every Friday until October 19th.  Farmers markets are on the rise and allow people to enjoy food native to their region.  Many people seek out local food in order to know where their food is coming from and support the local economy.

The Downtown Millburn, NJ Farmers Market is open from 8 am to 3 pm every Friday.  There you can find organic, locally-grown produce for sale, gourmet chefs doing demonstrations and providing tastings, local community organizations such as the Millburn Library giving out information, and more.  Here is a small sampling of who you can expect to find at the farmers market:

Alstede Farms
Alstede Farms is located in Chester, NJ.  They come each week selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Berries are popular items in the month of June and they currently have strawberries, raspberries, gooseberries, currants, and blueberries.

Dr. Pickle 
Dr. Pickle is New Jersey company that sells "the best pickle and pepper products" on the market.  They also sell pickled green tomatoes, giardiniera, marinated mushrooms, olives, sauerkraut, and more.

Paolo's Kitchen
Paolo's Kitchen serves up their healthy, home-cooked Italian meals every week.  Enjoy their handmade ravioli, mozzarella, and more.

There are several more vendors in addition to these three examples.  If you have not yet been to the Downtown Millburn, NJ Farmers Market, I recommend it.  Also, feel free to contact me with any questions about the community, or about buying or selling homes in the area.  Have a great week and happy first day of summer!

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