The Week Ahead in New Brunswick

Monday

71 Hamilton St.

"Studio Z" is a kid-friendly exhibit featuring artwork from local schoolchildren and activities for kids. It is free to view.

Tuesday

"Make Your Government Work Better & Cost Less" Forum, Middlesex County College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave.

The Citizens Campaign will host a free forum for citizens to come and learn ways to navigate their local governments to identify waste and more efficient ways of operating. The forum begins at 6 p.m.

Wednesday

Downtown Lunchtime Recital Series, First Reformed Church, 9 Bayard St.

First Reformed Church will continue its free Lunchtime Recital Series with a 12:15 p.m. performance by organist Shea Velloso. The church will serve a free lunch following the performance.

Thursday

Mason Gross Presents Rutgers Symphony Band, Nicholas Music Center, 85 George St.

The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for students and $15 for the general public.

Friday

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, Garden State Exhibit Center, 50 Atrium Drive, Somerset

The Sugarloaf Crafts Festival is a large, multi-day festival featuring a multitude of art and craft vendors and demonstrations. Tickets are $8 if purchased online, $10 at the door.