The Friends of the Boudinot-Southard-Ross Estate is pleased to participate in the 17th Annual Somerset County Journey Through the Past on Oct. 8 and 9. Ross Farm volunteers first participated in county-wide event in 2006 to highlight the property that had just been acquired by Somerset County. Few local residents knew the history of the property at 135 N. Maple Ave. in Basking Ridge, and the name Elias Boudinot was not a familiar one to most residents. Even as activities at the Ross Farm have expanded to include school field trips, a popular music series, Halloween and holiday drive-thrus, and Boudinot’s Giving Garden, “History Weekend” remains one of the highlights for volunteers, in conjunction with Trilogy Repertory, because it honors the history and the residents who lived through that history. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8 and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9. In 2007, FoBSR President David Becker told the Bernardsville News, “This is truly a grassroots volunteer event.” Becker remains proud that volunteerism is the core of so many activities at the Ross Farm, from local students performing their community service hours to adults donating time and […]

The Friends of the Boudinot-Southard-Ross Estate is pleased to participate in the 17th Annual Somerset County Journey Through the Past on Oct. 8 and 9. Ross Farm volunteers first participated in county-wide event in 2006 to highlight the property that had just been acquired by Somerset County. Few local residents knew the history of the property at 135 N. Maple Ave. in Basking Ridge, and the name Elias Boudinot was not a familiar one to most residents. Even as activities at the Ross Farm have expanded to include school field trips, a popular music series, Halloween and holiday drive-thrus, and Boudinot’s Giving Garden, “History Weekend” remains one of the highlights for volunteers, in conjunction with Trilogy Repertory, because it honors the history and the residents who lived through that history. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8 and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9. In 2007, FoBSR President David Becker told the Bernardsville News, “This is truly a grassroots volunteer event.” Becker remains proud that volunteerism is the core of so many activities at the Ross Farm, from local students performing their community service hours to adults donating time and […]

Doors open 5:30 p.m., concert begins at 7 p.m. All ages, family friendly! $10/person suggested donation We're kicking off our 2023 Ross Farm Music Series on Charter Day weekend in Bernards Township with a family friendly night of rock and roll and community featuring Nick Ryan & the Mess. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the band takes the stage at 7 p.m. Fun for all ages, we ask a suggested donation of $10/person. Bring lawn chairs or blankets to spread in front of the stage, and picnics are encouraged. Come early when the gates open and enjoy the beautiful Ross Farm property! Nick Ryan Piescor is a singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, instructor, and producer from New Jersey. With a sound ranging from the “heartland rock” of Asbury Park, “Memphis soul,” and modern pop, there’s a taste of familiarity with yet his own originality. As a must-see live band, Nick and his ensemble take charge of the stage in the likeness of Bruce, Prince, and Jagger, engaging their audience to a new level. Make sure you're following @TheRossFarm on Facebook and @rossfarmbr on Instagram, and check out our website at www.RossFarm.org to learn more about this special place!

Gates open at 6:00 p.m. and Rebecca Haviland takes the stage at 7 p.m. Suggested donation $25/adults, $10/students For more than 20 years, critically-acclaimed songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and producer Anna Rose has toured the United States headlining powerfully intimate shows and opening for an array of illustrious global acts. Time on the road, and in the studio for her three impassioned full-length albums, has honed her songcrafting skills and fueled the storytelling fire that burns within this Nashville-based, New York and LA-raised independent artist. Rose transforms cross-genre influences - which range from classic rock to alternative-indie, pop and country - into concise contemporary tracks built upon dynamic, often bombastic, vocals and expert musicianship. Opening the concert will be Rebecca Haviland, lead singer of Rebecca Haviland and Whiskey Heart, a roots rock Americana band based in New York. Rebecca's big vocals and intimate songwriting break new barriers with her band's unique form of Americana. She'll open the show as a duo, and then will join Anna Rose's trio for the headlining set. We are excited to welcome Anna Rose back to the Ross Farm on Saturday, June 17! Lawn chairs or blankets to spread out are recommended, and picnics are welcome, […]

Gates open at 6:00 p.m., concert begins at 7 p.m. Tickets on sale now $35/adults, $10/students Stephen Kellogg was born, raised and currently resides in New England. He has four kids and married his high school sweetheart, and he has written about them extensively on all of his records. Stephen put out a book in 2020 called “Objects in the Mirror: Thoughts on a Perfect Life from an Imperfect Person,” a collection of essays about what he has found to be the most important aspects of a life well-lived. HIs show has morphed into one with a fair amount of comedy baked into the storytelling as he writes what he believes to be true, and tries to have a sense of humor about the stuff that hurts. Kellogg’s latest record, “Keep It Up, Kid,” was released at the end of 2022. Side B is a suite of five interconnected songs that explore the journey from youth to middle age. Side A is a note of solidarity for anyone looking for hope in hopeless situations. Stephen has played more than 2,200 concerts over the last 20 years, traveled Europe supporting Gregory Alan Isakov and Josh Ritter, sang duets with Adam Duritz […]

World-renowned, horn-powered, house-rocking, Grammy-nominated blues band Roomful of Blues takes over the Ross Farm on Saturday, July 15! Rain or shine! Tickets here With a non-stop performance schedule for over 50 years, Roomful of Blues has earned critical, popular and radio success and a legion of fans across the globe. Even though the band lineup has changed over the years, Roomful of Blues has always been one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world. Currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger. Singer Phil Pemberton brings his sweet and soulful vocals and adds another bright new dimension to the jazzy, jump-blues musical roots. Their winning combination of jump, swing, blues, R&B and soul remains their calling card, as does their ability to fill the dance floor. Along with bassist John Turner, trumpeter and Basking Ridge-native Carl Gerhard, drummer Mike Coffey, keyboardist Rusty Scott, baritone and tenor saxophonist Alek Razdan, and tenor and alto saxophonist Rich Lataille, Roomful keeps on rockin’ into 2023! According to DownBeat magazine, Roomful of Blues “are in a class by themselves.” With their masterful combination of jumping, horn-heavy, hard-edged blues and R&B, it’s no […]