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Occasionally I am asked to spearhead a house-hunting trip for clients from out-of-state or abroad, who want to live in Somerset County, but haven’t yet become acquainted with the area. While I'm not a professional tour guide, I like to enhance my home-showing itinerary by shar- ing some local highlights. My special places and events represent some of the unique and attractive features of living in Somerset County. Clients who are relocating, and even short-term visitors will benefit from knowing a little more about our area. For a visitor with a historical interest, I point out markers indi- cating significant encampments and/or battles of the Revolutionary War, located in Bridgewater and Bound Brook. History buffs are also delighted to know about the Delaware and Raritan Canal transportation network, and the many tow paths still existing from the era when mules powered barges full of freight. These tow paths have been converted for hiking, biking, and fishing. The Raritan River, its canals, and other local waterways welcome kayaks, canoes, and fishing at various locations. While on the topic of hiking and nature walks, I recommend the beautiful Natirar Park Trail in Far Hills, a well as the Chimney Rock and Washington Valley Park trail systems near Martinsville. The Duke Estate in Hillsborough offers miles of walking/bike paths in a manicured park setting. Sculptures, fountains, interesting trees and architecture, a passenger trolley, an orchid house, a Visitor Center with riparian conservation dis- plays, community gardens, and a weekly farmer's market are all features of this local treasure. Depending on the season, I like to drive by the 13 Skeletons display on Rt. 206 North in Bridgewater. This seasonal, spooky, and sometimes humorous art installation began as Halloween yard decoration, and some years it has expanded to include addi- tional holidays. The homeowners’ creativity is unique and enchanti- ng. People pass by day and night to see changes in a visual narra- tive, different every year, reaching its “big reveal” on Halloween Night. If we need to stop for lunch, I enjoy introducing Somerville. Main Street teems with a variety of shopping and eateries. Division Street was recently converted to a pedestrian plaza with outdoor restaurant/cafe seating, live music, and a farmer's market. The diver- sity of food choices per square block in Somerville is outstanding. There is truly something for every- one. I love to describe the Friday “Classic Car Cruise Nights” when people can stroll and patronize the businesses, while viewing the spectacular vintage vehicles parked along Main Street. My must-see list has evolved over the years, and will surely con- tinue to do so as I discover new places and events in the area. The majority of my real estate business is with clients who are making local moves. I appreciate the addi- tional opportunity to work with an incoming resident, because together we get to view our great community with fresh eyes. By: Johanna Wiseman See ad on page 3A FULL SERVICE TREE CARE & STUMP GRINDING SERVICE
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