This weekend in Florida, NY

Gather at Java Blue Coffee & Market for an informal conversation with a trustee. This casual coffee meetup invites anyone to bring questions, share feedback, and talk through any concerns in a welcoming setting. All are invited to take part in the discussion over a cup of coffee.

The AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider course is instructor-led and tailored for healthcare professionals. Training covers individual and team approaches to basic life support, with application in healthcare facilities and in prehospital care. It is designed for physicians, nurses, paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and other clinical staff who require proficiency in CPR and other fundamental cardiovascular life support. The curriculum aligns with the science outlined in the 2025 AHA Guidelines for CPR and ECC.

Enjoy an old-fashioned day centered on harvest traditions, with activities that include harvesting, corn, and work involving draft animals. Vendor space is available; for details, contact Wendy Calyer.

This family-friendly fall festival takes place at the Sussex County Fair Grounds in Augusta, New Jersey. Admission and parking are free, with food, vendor booths, games, and more to enjoy.

Safeguard personal information and cut down on clutter at a free community shredding event offering secure, on-site destruction of sensitive papers. Bring items such as old bills, bank statements, and other confidential documents to be shredded while you wait. Each person may bring up to three boxes or bags. Only paper will be accepted, and binders, plastic, and electronics are not allowed. The event takes place rain or shine at the Walden Savings Bank Washingtonville Branch. There is no cost to participate, and everyone in the community is welcome.

This relaxed, one-day comic convention by the lake celebrates creativity, storytelling, and community. It brings together professional and independent comic creators for an all-ages gathering where fans can meet artists, discover new books, and enjoy the world of comics in a friendly hometown setting. Attendees can browse comics, prints, and original art, chat with creators, and pick up a sketch or signed book while supporting independent artists. The event also features toys, collectibles, vintage clothing, Ghostbusters and Star Wars highlights, Legos, free creative workshops, live music, and a Pokemon card swap meetup. It is well suited for longtime fans, curious newcomers, and families with young readers. Tickets are $5, with a presale offer of three for $10. Vendor and artist tables are free this year.

Michelle is a seasoned practitioner with more than forty years of experience in psychic abilities, divination, psychology, massage therapy, Reiki, hypnosis, and genealogy, focused on supporting personal growth and well-being. She offers Ancestral Bone Casting, a divination and mediumship session where she casts bones, stones, and charms into a woven bowl, interprets their placement, and shares messages from ancestors to help ease conflicts, remove obstacles, and point the way toward a more fulfilling path. She also provides Psychic Tarot Readings that blend intuitive insight with traditional tarot, using interactive card layouts and conversation to clarify choices, tackle challenges, and work through disagreements. To book, call the shop at 845-888-2547.

The 100th anniversary celebration features a parade through the Village of Otisville that continues to the Town of Mount Hope Fall Festival. Fire departments, community groups, and EMS are invited to march. At the festival, look for a booth offering food, a challenge coin, and a supporter T-shirt. For marching inquiries, email Otisvillefirecompanysecretary@gmail.com.

Star Wars Unlimited Ashes of the Empire Store Showdown features a Premier Constructed format with a $20 entry fee. Matches are best of three with a 55 minute time limit. The event uses Swiss rounds with a top cut determined by the number of players: up to eight players play three Swiss rounds with no top cut, nine to sixteen players play four Swiss rounds and cut to Top 4, and seventeen to thirty two players play five Swiss rounds and cut to Top 8. Prize support comes from the Store Showdown Kit, with a Hera Syndulla promo for every entry and Grogu Foil Top promos for top placements from Top 8 through the winner. Additional booster packs and Carbonite prizes are based on the total number of players.

The doors will be open to welcome attendees.

Ride a hayride to the concert stage at Wright Family Farm for the Jersey Swamp Cats’ debut at the venue. The band will deliver jump blues, New Orleans rhythm and blues, and vintage rock and roll, highlighted by their signature back-and-forth between guitar and piano.

Moonflower takes the stage at The Union House Inn for a debut performance filled with classic rock favorites and timeless anthems. Enjoy live music alongside great food and ice cold drinks, with plenty of chances for dancing and sing along moments. There is no cover charge.

Next Stop Comedy brings stand-up to Drowned Lands Brewery with a fresh roster each time. Every show spotlights comedians who have appeared on TV and on podcasts, creating a rotating showcase of different acts at each performance.

At Sussex County Day at Sussex County Fair Grounds, ECRDA will showcase its mobile museum and offer a complimentary metal detecting hunt for children. The group has participated for the past two years and has made connections with many attendees, including meeting Michelle and Dennis of Rebecca’s Homestead.