There are stage and concert events, outdoor activities and an equine exhibit.
"The Princess and the Pea" comes to life Oct. 15 on the South Orange Performing Arts Center stage. The musical, which tells the story of a princess who must vie for a prince, kicks off the center's Kids 'n Family Performances series. The approximately 60-minute show, recommended for ages 4 to 10, will be presented at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18. Located at 1 SOPAC Way, South Orange. Call (973) 313-2787 or visit SOPACnow.org.
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The Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey weekend is set for Oct. 15 and 16. Step into the state's lighthouses and learn about their history and contributions to nautical safety. Funds raised from the event will be used to preserve the landmarks. Visit lighthousechallengenj.org.
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Chatsworth celebrates its agricultural heritage with its 33rd annual Chatsworth Cranberry Festival on Oct. 15 and 16, featuring a variety of cranberry dishes, plus live music and displays of arts and crafts. Visit cranfest.org.
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On Oct. 16, the New Jersey Equine Artists' Association opens "NJEAA Art of the Horse," its seventh biennial national juried show and sale, with an artists' reception from 2 to 4 p.m. at Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge. The reception is open to the public. The free exhibit, which runs through Nov. 20, features works depicting horses in various settings. Visit farmsteadartscenter.org.