Greene’s Beans Offers Free Shipping Sitewide Nov. 27 to 30
Greene’s Beans, the specialty coffee roaster at 31 Center Street in Sparta, is offering free shipping sitewide from Friday, Nov. 27, through Monday, Nov. 30, 2026. The shop is calling...
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Subscribe freeGreene’s Beans Offers Free Shipping Sitewide Nov. 27 to 30
Greene’s Beans, the specialty coffee roaster at 31 Center Street in Sparta, is offering free shipping sitewide from Friday, Nov. 27, through Monday,...
11 Best Restaurants to Try in Vernon, NJ
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The Wood Brothers at the Newton Theatre: Dec. 6, 2026
The Wood Brothers play the Newton Theatre at 234 Spring Street in Newton on Sunday, December 6, 2026, with special guest Tyler Ramsey. Doors open at 6 PM and the...
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Greene’s Beans Offers Free Shipping Sitewide Nov. 27 to 30
Greene’s Beans, the specialty coffee roaster at 31 Center Street in Sparta, is offering free shipping sitewide from Friday, Nov. 27, through Monday,...
Culver Lake NJ: Access, Hikes and Things to Do Nearby in Frankford
Historic Photos of Sparta NJ: Lake Mohawk and Main Street Then and Now
The Wood Brothers at the Newton Theatre: Dec. 6, 2026
Sussex County YMCA Breaks Ground on $3.3 Million Wellness Center Expansion
Things to Do in Sussex County NJ: 25 Year Round Ideas
From New Jersey's highest point to a zinc mine you can walk into, here are 25 year round things to do in Sussex County NJ, with the town and official...
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The Wood Brothers at the Newton Theatre: Dec. 6, 2026
The Wood Brothers play the Newton Theatre at 234 Spring Street in Newton on Sunday, December 6, 2026, with special guest Tyler Ramsey....
Sussex County YMCA Breaks Ground on $3.3 Million Wellness Center Expansion
The Sussex County YMCA in Hardyston broke ground on Monday, November 9, 2026 on a $3.3 million Wellness Center expansion that will add...
7 Bookstores, Comic Shops and Game Stores in Sussex County, NJ
Bookstores in Sussex County, NJ are small, independent shops in Sparta, Branchville, Lafayette and Franklin, from a family-owned store that has served Sparta...
Franklin Mineral Museum Guide: Fluorescent Room and Mine Replica
Franklin Mineral Museum guide: 2026 hours and season, admission, the Fluorescent Room, Mine Replica, Buckwheat Dump rock collecting and kids activities.
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Our guide to things to do in Montague NJ, from High Point and the Appalachian Trail to the Delaware River, the Tri-States Monument...
Christmas with the Celts at the Newton Theatre: Dec. 4, 2026
Christmas with the Celts comes to the Newton Theatre at 234 Spring Street in Newton on Friday, December 4, 2026, bringing Irish carols,...
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Christmas with the Celts at the Newton Theatre: Dec. 4, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sussex County
Quick answers about Sussex County, New Jersey, from the Shop Sussex County team.
What is Shop Sussex County?
Shop Sussex County is an independent local guide to Sussex County, New Jersey. We cover events, things to do, food and drink, and community news across all 24 municipalities. We are the sister brand of Shop Morris County, and local businesses reach our audience through advertising.
What towns are in Sussex County, NJ?
Sussex County has 24 municipalities: Andover Borough, Andover Township, Branchville, Byram, Frankford, Franklin, Fredon, Green, Hamburg, Hampton, Hardyston, Hopatcong, Lafayette, Montague, Newton, Ogdensburg, Sandyston, Sparta, Stanhope, Stillwater, Sussex Borough, Vernon, Walpack and Wantage. Newton is the county seat.
What are the best things to do in Sussex County?
Sussex County is New Jersey's outdoor county. Popular picks include High Point State Park, home to the highest point in the state, Stokes State Forest, the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, Lake Hopatcong, Mountain Creek in Vernon, and the Appalachian Trail. Families also love Space Farms Zoo and Museum, Wild West City in Byram, and the mineral museums in Franklin and Ogdensburg. Check our Things To Do section for what is happening this week.
Where is the New Jersey State Fair held?
The New Jersey State Fair Sussex County Farm and Horse Show is held each summer at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, part of Frankford Township. It is one of the biggest annual events in the county.
Why is Franklin called the Fluorescent Mineral Capital of the World?
The zinc mines of Franklin and Ogdensburg produced minerals that glow under ultraviolet light, many found nowhere else on earth. You can see them at the Franklin Mineral Museum and the Sterling Hill Mining Museum.
Where can I go apple and pumpkin picking in Sussex County?
Fall is peak season in Sussex County, with farm stands, orchards, corn mazes and pumpkin festivals across Vernon, Newton, Wantage and beyond. We publish updated fall guides every season, so check our Events section for current dates and hours.
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