Public Lands Day in Kingston, Alpaca Farm Open House Highlight South Brunswick Weekend

Come out for National Alpaca Farm Days on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meet Shadow, Sunny, Charger, Midnight and The General while shopping for raw fleece, accessories and crafts.

National Public Lands Day Work Session, 145 Mapleton Road, Kingston, 2 p.m.

Come out for an afternoon of stewardship in the Mapleton Preserve, former home site of Princeton Nurseries. They will focus on clearing small trees, brush, and vines, mulching trees in the Arboretum, and collecting litter. Participants are invited to bring their favorite tools to the event--loppers, pruning shears, saws, rakes, and brooms.  Please wear sturdy shoes, gloves, and clothing.  Enjoy fresh air, a free workout, and plenty of camaraderie. To learn more, visit http://fpnl.org/ or call 609-683-0483.

Defensive Driving Class, South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Ln, Monmouth Junction, 10:15 a.m.

The Defensive Driving Institute of New Jersey will be offering an official point and insurance reduction program at the South Brunswick Public Library in Meeting Room A/B.  Pre-registration and advanced payment are required; you must attend the full day session to be eligible for a point reduction and insurance discount.  The program is taught by a retired Police Lieutenant and Police Academy Driving Instructor.  Free pizza lunch will be provided.

Sunday

A Spoonful of Honey: Rosh Hashanah Gourmet Honey Tasting, Elmer B. Boyd Park, New Brunswick, noon.

Find your favorite honey, pick up some scrumptious honey-featured recipes, and learn more about honey and other symbols and rituals for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Enter the free raffle to have a chance to win a basket of honey, a store gift certificate, and more.