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Thanksgiving Pies in Sussex County NJ: Farms and Bakeries Taking Orders

Thanksgiving pies Sussex County NJ guide: order from Windy Brow, Pochuck Valley, Clove Brook and more, with 2026 deadlines, prices and pickup days.

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Sussex County Fair NJ: Guide to the New Jersey State Fair in Augusta

Everything to know about the New Jersey State Fair / Sussex County Farm and Horse Show in Augusta, from its 1919 roots to tickets, parking and the 2027 dates.

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Shop Sussex County is an independent local media brand covering the 24 towns of Sussex County, New Jersey, from Newton and Sparta to Vernon, Hopatcong, Franklin and Wantage. We publish event roundups, things to do, food and drink features and community news, with a focus on the farms, festivals, trails and small businesses that make the Skylands special. Want the best of it every week? Subscribe free.

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Thanksgiving Pies in Sussex County NJ: Farms and Bakeries Taking Orders

Thanksgiving pies Sussex County NJ guide: order from Windy Brow, Pochuck Valley, Clove Brook and more, with 2026 deadlines, prices and pickup days.

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11 Top Doctors and Dentists in Sussex County, NJ to Know in 2026

Meet 11 top doctors and dentists in Sussex County, NJ for 2026, from Sparta cosmetic surgery and orthodontics to Newton dermatology and kids' care

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Frankford Township PTA Tricky Tray at the Fairgrounds on November 14, 2026
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Frankford Township PTA Tricky Tray at the Fairgrounds, Nov 14, 2026

The Frankford Township PTA Tricky Tray is scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM in the Richards Building...

Cowboy Junkies at the Newton Theatre on November 13, 2026
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Cowboy Junkies at the Newton Theatre on November 13, 2026

Cowboy Junkies play the Newton Theatre at 234 Spring Street in Newton, NJ, on Friday, November 13, 2026. SKYPAC lists the concert as...

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7 Garden Centers and Nurseries in Sussex County, NJ

Garden centers and nurseries in Sussex County, NJ stay busy well into fall, with wreaths, evergreens, houseplants and gift shops joining the usual...

Swimmers in the High Tide Wave Pool at Mountain Creek Waterpark in Vernon NJ on a sunny summer day, the site of the former Action Park
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Action Park NJ: The History of Vernon’s Legendary Park and What Is There Today

Action Park NJ history: how Vernon's legendary 1978 to 1996 park began, the rides people remember, and what is at Mountain Creek Waterpark...

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Toy Drives in Sussex County NJ 2026: Where to Donate

Toy drive Sussex County NJ guide for 2026: Season of Hope, Project Help, Toys for Tots drop boxes and Operation Toy Train, with...

A view of Lake Hopatcong from Hopatcong Borough, NJ
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Things to Do in Hopatcong NJ: Lake Trails, Parks, Paddling and Events

Our guide to Hopatcong Borough in Sussex County: where to paddle and hike on Lake Hopatcong, the borough's parks, community events and nearby...

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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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