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Christie Postpones Halloween Statewide After Sandy

"Postponing Halloween celebrations by five days is a commonsense and necessary step" during post-Sandy cleanup, the governor says.

Effective immediately, Halloween is postponed in New Jersey. Gov. Chris Christie issued an executive order declaring that no New Jersey town can hold trick-or-treating today, Oct. 31. If towns had planned to do so, they must move trick-or-treating and any public celebrations to Monday, Nov. 5. Towns that already moved trick-or-treating to another day other than Oct. 31 can keep their plans, but state officials are still suggesting Monday instead. “I’ve taken this action to minimize additional risks to lives and the public safety as we begin the process of rebuilding and recovering from Hurricane Sandy,” Christie said in a statement. “In too many communities in our state, the damage and losses from this storm are still being sorted out, and…

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Halloween Haunts in Central New Jersey

A list of the scary hayrides and trails throughout central New Jersey.

Halloween is here and it is time to get spooked! If you're looking for a good scare, check out some of these great local haunted attractions!   Where: 831 Windsor-Perrineville Road East Windsor When: Open Fridays and Saturdays from 7 − 11 p.m. and Thursdays and Sundays from 7 p.m - 10 p.m. until Oct. 28 What: K&S Farm  features a Field of Terror that includes a Killer Kornfield, Haunted Hayride, an Unknown Barn, and Dementia 3D. Fireworks will take place on Sundays at 8:30 p.m. Enjoy one attraction for $15, two for $25, three for $34, and all four for $38.   Where: Corner-Copia Garden Center 299 Princeton-Hightstown Road, East Windsor When: Open Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. and Sundays from 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. through Nov. 3 …

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Plenty to Do at Monmouth County Pick-Your-Own Farms

We've got local fall events and great news about local pick-your-own farms.

Remember scrambling from farm to farm last year looking for a few intact pumpkins to purchase at the last minute? Or was that just me? Whatever your usual level of preparedness, we’ve got you covered this season with a pumpkin Patch full of information and inspiration to make this fall your best yet. And it’s not all about everyone’s favorite squash. Peruse the offerings at these local favorites and make a plan for a weekend of family fun. From hayrides to haunted houses, there’s enough to make several trips worth your while. Activities you'll fall for: Dearborn Farm: pick-your-own pumpkins and autumn family activities, including a harvest hayride. Eastmont Orchards: pick-your-own pumpkins and apples, acres of fun! A. Casola Farm: pick-…

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Happy Day Farm Pick-Your-Own Schedule and Fall Activities

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered.

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered. We will feature pick-your-own farms and local autumn and Halloween events, and you can watch the list grow every day through our Pick-Your-Own Farms article. Today, we feature Happy Day Farm in Manalapan Township.   Happy Day Farm 97 Daum Road, Manalapan 732-977-3067 Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. through Oct. 28 Pick-your-own Pumpkins, Hayrides, Corn Maze, Corn Stalk Tunnel, Hay Mountain, Pig Racing, Rubber Duck Racing, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Pedal Carts Happy Day Farm is more than just your ordinary pumpkin patch. Besides a 10-acre pumpkin patch, the Manalapan farm has a 10-acre corn maze, a corn…

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Wemrock Orchards Pick-Your-Own and Fall Activities

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and pick-your-own farms in Monmouth County? Patch has you covered.

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered. We will feature pick-your-own farms and local autumn and Halloween events, and you can watch the list grow every day through our Pick-Your-Own Farms article. Today, we feature Wemrock Orchards in Freehold.   Wemrock Orchards 70 Wemrock Road, Freehold 732-431-2668 Sat, Sun, 10am - 5pm Pick-your-own Pumpkins and Ornamentals, Hayride, Corn Maze Take a 15-minute hayride through spooky scenery, and get an apple and a special Halloween surprise for $4 per person. Explore the over 5 acre corn maze for $4. Or try them both for $7. Children can also enjoy the inflatable bounce for $5, unlimited. Refreshments, including apple cider and …

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Cheesequake and C. Casola Farms Pick-Your-Own and Fall Activities

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and pick-your-own farms in Monmouth County? Patch has you covered.

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered. We will feature pick-your-own farms and local autumn and Halloween events, and you can watch the list grow every day through our Pick-Your-Own Farms article. Today, we feature Cheesequake Farms and C. Casola Farm.   Cheesequake Farms 191 Route 34, Matawan 732-583-6780 and 2095 US Route 9, Old Bridge, NJ 732-721-5728 cheesequakefarms.com Pick-your-own Pumpkins, Hayrides Weekdays, 3:30pm -5:30pm; weekends, 9:30am - 5:30pm, open Columbus Day for hayrides 9:30am - 5:30pm You’ll find a wide variety of pumpkins, squash, apples, ornamentals, and more at Cheesequake Farms.   C. Casola Farms 131 Route 79 South, Marlboro 732-946-8885 …

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Slope Brook and Brock Farms Pick-Your-Own and Fall Activities

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and pick-your-own farms in Monmouth County? Patch has you covered.

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered. We will feature pick-your-own farms and local autumn and Halloween events, and you can watch the list grow every day through our Pick-Your-Own Farms article. Today, we feature Brock Farms in Colts Neck and Freehold, and Slope Brook Farm in Colts Neck.   Brock Farms 4189 Route 9 North Freehold 732-462-2700 and 375 Route 34 Colts Neck      732-462-0900 Pick-your-own Pumpkins, Corn Maze, Haunted House  Mon - Sat, 8:00am - 6:00pm; Sun, 10:00am - 6:00pm In addition to pumpkins, through the end of October, visitors will find everything they need for Halloween at the popular Brock’s, including decorations and costumes.   Slope Brook …

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Battleview Orchards Pick-Your-Own Schedule

Looking for apple-picking and pumpkin-picking farms in Monmouth County? Today we feature Battleview Orchards in Freehold.

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered. We will feature pick-your-own farms and local autumn and Halloween events, and you can watch the list grow every day through our Pick-Your-Own Farms article. Today, we feature Battleview Orchards in Freehold.   Battleview Orchards 91 Wemrock Road, Freehold 732-462-0756 battlevieworchards.com Pick-your-own Pumpkins and Apples, Hayrides Open daily 9am - 6pm through December While Battleview notes that apples are limited due to the early spring frost and a tremendous hail storm, it’s got plenty o’ pumpkins for your Jack-o-lantern needs. A call is recommended before heading over. In addition, Battleview boasts a brand-new doughnut …

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A. Casola Farms Pick-Your-Own Schedule and Fall Activities

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and pick-your-own farms in Monmouth County? Patch has you covered.

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered. We will feature pick-your-own farms and local autumn and Halloween events, and you can watch the list grow every day through our Pick-Your-Own Farms article. Today, we feature A. Casola Farm in Holmdel.  A. Casola Farms 178 Rte. 34, Holmdel 732-332-1533 acasolafarms.com  Coupons for these events are available on the website.

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Eastmont Orchards Pick-Your-Own Schedule

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and pick-your-own farms in Monmouth County? Patch has you covered.

Looking for fall activities to keep yourself and the kids occupied as the leaves change? Patch has you covered. We will feature pick-your-own farms and local autumn and Halloween events, and you can watch the list grow every day through our Pick-Your-Own Farms article. Today, we feature Eastmont Orchards in Colts Neck. Eastmont Orchards 169 County Road 537 East, Colts Neck 732-542-5404 eastmontorchards.com Pick-your-own Pumpkins and Apples Open seven days a week, Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm; Sat - Sun, 9am - 6pm We checked in on the owner, David Barclay, who is working overtime this year to make this season a good one for the farm. “2011 was the worst year for us in 30 years. Irene dropped almost 10 inches of rain on delicate crops, and it rained…

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