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  • Jake Thistle Live at the Ross Farm

    The Ross Farm 135 N. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge, NJ

    Get tickets here WEATHER UPDATE: This concert has been relocated to St. Mark's Episcopal Church Parish Hall at 140 S. Finley Ave. in Basking Ridge, one mile from the Ross Farm. Doors open at 6 p.m., concert begins at 7 p.m. Jake Thistle, fresh off the Top 14 on American Idol Season 24, brings his heartfelt, story-driven sound to the Ross Farm on Sept. 26 At just 21, Jake Thistle is stepping into a national spotlight as a Top 14 finalist on American Idol Season 24, but his story as a songwriter has been years in the making. A New Jersey native, Thistle picked up the guitar as a child and was performing live within months, honing his craft through open mics, local venues, and street performances. During the pandemic, he turned inward, writing and self-producing his debut album Down the Line, marking his evolution from young performer to fully realized artist. Since then, his path has been defined by steady growth—touring across the U.S. and Europe, collaborating with acclaimed musicians, and expanding his sound from classic, guitar-driven songwriting to something more cinematic and atmospheric. Influenced by artists like Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen, and John Hiatt, Thistle’s music blends timeless storytelling with a […]

  • Joe Cirotti & Friends: Honoring 100 Years of Guitar Greats

    The Ross Farm 135 N. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge, NJ

    Get tickets here UPDATE:  Our advance tickets for Joe Cirotti & Friends are officially SOLD OUT! We’re so excited for a full Barn this Saturday night - but we’ve heard from quite a few more people who would still love to join us, so we’re opening up another option. If sitting outside the Barn on a lovely fall evening and experiencing some terrific live music sounds good to you, we’ll have $20 outdoor listening tickets available at the door. Bring a lawn chair, settle in outside, and we’ll have a speaker set up so you won’t miss a chord. Outdoor tickets will be available at the door only - cash preferred. Indoor seating is fully committed. A quick ticket reminder: Please don’t purchase tickets offered by unknown third parties in the comments or elsewhere on Facebook. ~~ An intimate evening in the historic barn as Joe Cirotti & Friends celebrate a century of guitar legends - limited seating. Join us for a special night in the historic barn as Joe Cirotti & Friends take us on a journey through a century of guitar greats. From early roots and folk traditions to modern masters, this thoughtfully curated performance honors the players and songs […]

  • Weekend Journey Through the Past at the Ross Farm

    The Ross Farm 135 N. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge, NJ

    Step into Somerset County history at the Ross Farm during the annual Weekend Journey Through the Past! Each fall, historic sites throughout Somerset County open their doors for this special weekend, giving visitors a chance to explore the people, places and stories that have shaped our communities. At the Ross Farm, those stories stretch from the founding of our nation to the generations who lived, worked and made their home here. The property was once part of the estate of Elias Boudinot, President of the Continental Congress and an important figure in Revolutionary-era America. Visitors can learn more about Boudinot and his world while also exploring the history of the Ross family, whose stewardship of the property helped preserve this remarkable place for future generations. Activities at the Ross Farm include: Tours of the historic house and gardens Performances of a short play about the life of Elias Boudinot Presentations on the history of Basking Ridge’s beloved Old Oak Tree Historical presentations about Elias Boudinot from Boxwood Hall A chance to “converse” with Elias through our aiBoudinot project Scavenger hunts Kite flying on the lawn Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a longtime local resident, or simply curious about the historic […]

  • Weekend Journey Through the Past at the Ross Farm

    The Ross Farm 135 N. Maple Ave., Basking Ridge, NJ

    Step into Somerset County history at the Ross Farm during the annual Weekend Journey Through the Past! Two days - Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 11 from noon to 4 p.m. Each fall, historic sites throughout Somerset County open their doors for this special weekend, giving visitors a chance to explore the people, places and stories that have shaped our communities. At the Ross Farm, those stories stretch from the founding of our nation to the generations who lived, worked and made their home here. The property was once part of the estate of Elias Boudinot, President of the Continental Congress and an important figure in Revolutionary-era America. Visitors can learn more about Boudinot and his world while also exploring the history of the Ross family, whose stewardship of the property helped preserve this remarkable place for future generations. Activities at the Ross Farm include: Tours of the historic house and gardens Performances of a short play about the life of Elias Boudinot Presentations on the history of Basking Ridge’s beloved Old Oak Tree Honey and bee-keeping demonstrations Historical presentations about Elias Boudinot from Boxwood Hall A chance to “converse” with Elias through […]