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FAR HILLS RACE MEETING
Some 50,000 spectators will be attending the pre-race parties for this annual series of steeplechase horse races, which is the season's most sumptuous. It's all for a good cause: Proceeds benefit the Somerset Medical Center's cancer division. Oct. 17. (12/2009)
50 Rt. 202, Far Hills
908-685-2929
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COPABANANAS
This recently reopened pop-culture kitsch shop features Uglydolls, Lucha Libre-style thumb-wrestling masks, squirrel underpants ("also good for hamsters, frogs and gerbils"), and a variety of other fun novelties and handmade goods. (03/2009)
547 Valley Rd, Upper Montclair
973-655-8844
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SUKI'S
Stylish moms and pops will find chic clothes, toys, cribs, strollers and other accoutrements for the under-eight set at this exclusive children's boutique. (03/2009)
327 Millburn Ave, Millburn
973-379-0110 -
TOQUE FINAL
Offering contemporary fashion with Brazilian flair, Toque Final features stylish dresses, blouses and accessories. Planning a beach vacation this summer? Check out the extensive selection of South American-style bathing suits. (03/2009)
254 Ferry St
973-589-6605 -
THE PATERSON MUSEUM
Celebrate Irish contributions to American technology by checking out the Fenian Ram, an early submarine developed by 19th-century immigrant John Holland. His groundbreaking submersible is on display at The Paterson Museum, along with many other fascinating artifacts relating to the city's history as a leading manufacturing center. (03/2009)
2 Market St, Paterson
973-321-1260
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TRUE WEST
One of Sam Shepard's funniest and most biting plays, True West offers a satirical look at Hollywood, the myth of the inexhaustible American frontier and the escape fantasies that drive the nation's imagination. Catch it through March 22. (03/2009)
At Playwrights Theatre, 33 Green Village Rd, Madison
973-259-9187
www.12mileswest.org -
FOOD FOR LIFE
Portobello burgers, homemade bread, fruit smoothies, carrot fries-Food For Life offers a cornucopia of nutritious, preservative-free food in a casual setting. Take-out and delivery are also available. $ (03/2009)
37 Commerce St
973-643-7770 -
SONA
It's may be a bit difficult to find, but this temple of mouthwatering Indian food off Maplewood Avenue is worth the search. Try the Haryali chicken tikka, tandoori fish or charred salmon. $ (03/2009)
6 Highland Pl, Maplewood
973-763-6770 -
CAMILLO'S CAFÉ
This Italian eatery uses only the finest, freshest ingredients, and all its pastas are homemade. Don't miss the signature meat lasagna or veal parmigiana. $$ (03/2009)
301 N Harrison St, Princeton
609-252-0608
www.camilloscafe.net -
THE SHANNON LOUNGE
Established in 1956, this family-owned Irish bar offers a weekly darts series, billiards, DJs, live bands and 18 flat-screen TVs catering to a lively crowd of sports fans. Visit on St. Patrick's Day for extra fun and revelry. (03/2009)
106 First St, Hoboken
201-656-9820
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BELMAR, NJ
This seaside town boasts a boardwalk, art galleries, a marina for deep-sea fishing and a variety of restaurants so you won't go home hungry. Take advantage of the regular free nature walks and lectures at Silver Lake, Shell Beach and Shark River. (03/2009)
53 miles south of Newark
732-681-3700
www.belmar.com -
MUSIC VILLAGE
Shopping for hip-hop, rap or old-school sounds that were captured on tape or vinyl? Then this store of old and new urban music might be for you. (02/2009)
34 Bloomfield Ave
973-485-7912
