Union County's Colonial Family Fun Day Canceled Due to Air Quality Concerns

Union County is hosting a series of America's 250th Anniversary celebration events through November. Residents across Union County municipalities can participate in programs featuring music, history, crafts, and Revolutionary War education. Union County Life reports on the upcoming celebration calendar.

One earlier scheduled event—Colonial Family Fun Day, planned for July 18 at the Deserted Village of Feltville—was canceled due to air quality concerns from wildfire smoke. The county decided to reschedule rather than proceed with the program.

The remaining 250th Anniversary events are scheduled as follows.

Music in the Garden takes place August 7 in Union. The program combines outdoor music with the county's 250th celebration.

Colonial Beer Making Class is scheduled for October 10 in Union. The hands-on class explores brewing techniques from the colonial era.

New Jersey Militia in the Revolutionary War is set for October 22 in New Providence. This program covers the role of New Jersey militia during the American Revolution.

The American Revolution in Elizabeth and Vicinity is scheduled for November 10 in New Providence. The program discusses Revolutionary War battles and events that took place in and around Elizabeth.

More information about all Union County 250th Anniversary events is available on the Union County website at ucnj.org/250-Anniversary.

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FAQ

Q: What Union County 250th Anniversary events are scheduled for the rest of 2026?
A: Four events are scheduled: Music in the Garden on August 7 in Union, Colonial Beer Making Class on October 10 in Union, New Jersey Militia in the Revolutionary War on October 22 in New Providence, and The American Revolution in Elizabeth and Vicinity on November 10 in New Providence.

Q: What happened to Colonial Family Fun Day?
A: Colonial Family Fun Day was originally scheduled for July 18 at the Deserted Village of Feltville but was canceled due to air quality concerns from wildfire smoke. County officials decided to cancel out of an abundance of caution.

Q: What is the Music in the Garden event?
A: Music in the Garden combines outdoor music with America's 250th Anniversary celebration. It takes place August 7 in Union. Specific venue details are available on the county website.

Q: What is the Colonial Beer Making Class?
A: The Colonial Beer Making Class is a hands-on program exploring brewing techniques from the colonial era. It is scheduled for October 10 in Union.

Q: What will be covered in the Revolutionary War programs?
A: New Jersey Militia in the Revolutionary War (October 22) covers the role of New Jersey militia during the American Revolution. The American Revolution in Elizabeth and Vicinity (November 10) discusses Revolutionary War battles and events that took place in and around Elizabeth.

Q: Where can I find more information about these events?
A: Visit the Union County website at ucnj.org/250-Anniversary for details on all America 250th Anniversary celebration events. You can also contact Union County Parks and Recreation at (908) 558-2550.