State Fair Being Held in Sussex County

If there's two things you do not want to miss this weekend it is seeing a pig and petting a cow. Lucky for you, you don't have to because the New Jersey State Fair-Sussex County Farm & Horse Show is still going on this week and into the weekend.

At the fair, which is being held at 37 Plains Road in Augusta, you can catch livestock shows, purchase homemade goods, eat deliciously unhealthy food and ride several thrilling rides. The fair is only happening until Sunday though, so do not wait until the last minute to attend.

Here's our full list of fun activities happening this weekend:

New Jersey State Fair-Sussex County Farm & Horse Show
Where/When: From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily (fair will close at 5 p.m. on Sunday)
Why Go: Because there is so much to see and do, and who doesn't like funnel cakes and rollercoasters?
Pricing: $11 admission for adults; $5 for kids 6-12; $9 for seniors

Yoga
Where/When: At 12:30 p.m. on Thursday at the Montville Township Public Library.
Why Go: To practice your poses at these free bi-weekly yoga sessions. Don’t forget to dress comfortably.
Pricing: Free.

Friday Afternoon Programs for Adults
Where/When: At 1 p.m. on Friday at the Montville Township Public Library.
Why Go: Because adults need some time to relax too, and this is the perfect spot for fantastic concerts and performances, holiday crafts and informational seminars.
Pricing: Free.

Where/When: From 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday at  in Morristown.
Why Go: Because Morristown jazz vocalist Laura Hull and DIVA Jazz Orchestra pianist Tomoko Ohno will present a program of American popular songs, jazz standards and obscure gems.
Pricing: No cover.

Where/When: From 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursday and Sunday at in Morristown.
Why Go: Because the exhibit focuses on the three centers of American silver-making in the 18th century—featuring Boston, New York and Philadelphia silversmiths and exploring the master-apprentice relationships.
Price: Admission is $6 for adults; $5 for seniors and students; and free for those 12 and under.

Where/When: At 7 p.m. on Thursday at the .
Why Go: To enjoy Shobhan Bantwal’s "The Full Moon Bride," a compelling new novel that explores the fascinating subject of arranged marriage, as a young Indian-American woman navigates the gulf between desire and tradition.
Pricing: Free.

Where/When: At 6:30 p.m. on Thursday at the in Morris Township.
Why Go: Because Author Kathy West will present memorabilia, pictures, video and music about the Myddle Class, a mid-60s garage band of five suburban New Jersey teenagers. After the presentation, West will sign copies of her book, "A Song for You: The Quest of the Myddle Class."
Pricing: Free.