High Bridge Creative Team

06/17/2026

🌐 Thank You to Our Gold Sponsor, Brightspeed!

Grounds for Art is thrilled to recognize Brightspeed as a Gold Sponsor of Grounds for Art Fest 2026!

As a newer member of the High Bridge community, Brightspeed has quickly demonstrated its commitment to supporting local events, organizations, and the people who call this area home. By providing an alternative to rising internet costs and investing in reliable high-speed service, they are helping residents and businesses stay connected.

We are especially grateful for their support of Grounds for Art Fest and their willingness to invest in the creative spirit of our community. Sponsors like Brightspeed help us bring together artists, musicians, performers, and visitors for a day that celebrates creativity, culture, and connection.

Thank you, Brightspeed, for your community spirit, your partnership, and those much-appreciated internet speeds!

🎨 Grounds for Art Fest
📅 September 12, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 High Bridge, NJ

06/12/2026

🦷Thank You to Our Platinum Sponsor, High Bridge Dental! 🦷

Grounds for Art would like to extend our deepest gratitude to High Bridge Dental for their generous Platinum Sponsorship of Grounds for Art Fest 2026!

High Bridge Dental has been an incredible supporter of the arts, our community, and just about every cultural initiative we can dream up. Whether it's helping bring creative experiences to High Bridge or helping keep our smiles healthy, they are always there when we need them.

A special thank you to Rita and Dr. Orlens for their continued generosity, encouragement, and belief in the power of community. Their support helps us bring artists, musicians, performers, and creative programming to thousands of visitors each year.

We are grateful for all they do for High Bridge, our cultural programs, and yes... our cavities, too! 😁

Please join us in thanking High Bridge Dental for helping make Grounds for Art Fest possible.

🎨 Grounds for Art Fest
📅 September 12, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 High Bridge, NJ

High Bridge Dental

06/08/2026

🎨🎶 A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Hunterdon County Cultural Affairs Office for their generous support of Grounds for Art Fest 2026!

Their investment in the arts helps us bring more artists, musicians, creative experiences, and inclusive programming to our community. Through their support, Grounds for Art Fest continues to grow as a vibrant celebration of creativity, connection, and culture right here in High Bridge.

Last year, their sponsorship helped bring Roxey Ballet to the festival for a special performance celebrating the 250th Anniversary of America. The performance captivated audiences, drew enthusiastic crowds, and created one of those memorable moments that reminds us why arts programming matters. We could not be more appreciative of opportunities like these that enrich our community and make the festival such a special experience for all ages.

Join us on Saturday, September 12, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM for another exciting day of art, music, performances, hands-on activities, and community spirit.

Interested in supporting local arts and helping us create more unforgettable experiences? Become a sponsor today and help keep creativity thriving in our region.

🎨 Sponsor Grounds for Art Fest: https://givebutter.com/GFASPONSOR

06/04/2026

So much happening in Hunterdon County!

THIS SUNDAY is the next concert in the Friends of the Locktown Stone Church's 2026 concert series! Check out the full concert season at https://locktownstonechurch.org/concerts/locktown-stonehouse-music/

New Jersey State Council on the Arts

05/29/2026

Grounds for Art 2026 is back for our 4th year and it's going to be better than ever!

We’re looking for:
🖌️ Handmade artists & makers
🛍️ DIY vendors & creatives
🍴 Food vendors & sweet treats
🎶 Community creators & unique experiences

Join us for the 4th Annual Grounds for Art Fest on Saturday, September 12th from 1–6 PM as we transform the neighborhood into a vibrant celebration of art, creativity, music, and community.

This is your chance to showcase your work, connect with thousands of attendees, and be part of one of Hudson County’s most colorful creative events.

📍 Vendor applications are now open
📅 Early bird deadline pricing ends on 6/30
🌐 Apply now at: hbgfa.com

05/28/2026

🎨 CALLING ALL ARTISTS 🎨
Applications are now open for the 4th Annual Grounds for Art Fest in High Bridge, NJ!

This year, we’re transforming public spaces into bold, immersive works of community-driven art and we want YOU to be part of it.

📍 Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
🕐 1–6 PM
📍 1 Washington Avenue, High Bridge, NJ

Grounds for Art is more than an art festival. It’s a collaborative, volunteer-powered celebration of creativity, storytelling, experimentation, and community connection. From murals and sculpture to performance and interactive installations, artists help shape the voice and visual identity of our town.

We’re looking for artists, makers, performers, collaborators, and creative thinkers for:

🎨 Window Murals on the historic TISCO building
🔗 Fenceline Art Installations
🌀 Sculpture Garden & Free-Standing Works
🎭 Performance & Stage Collaborations
🛍️ Artist Vendor Tables
👥 Workshops & Community Projects

Basic materials including plywood and primer will be provided.

✨ Deadline to submit proposals: JULY 19, 2026 ✨

If you’ve ever wanted to create something public, playful, meaningful, or unexpected... this is your invitation.

Apply + learn more at:
🌐 HBGFA.com

05/16/2026

Calling all Artists to participate in Grounds for Art Fest on Sept 12th!

Were looking for window panel artists, fenceline artists, or other creative installations for this event.

You can visit HBGFA.com for more details, or complete the art form here. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1hPox5MiyR6_2Yh1LJAtKxWkX6UrE1L3qiisZ2VXJIv0/edit

05/15/2026

How fun!

The Borough of High Bridge Touch-A-Truck event is Friday, May 15, 2026 at Union Forge Park! This is a great opportunity for kids and families to get up close and explore emergency vehicles, meet your local first responders, and enjoy a fun evening in the community.

Featuring:
* High Bridge Fire Department
* High Bridge Police Department
* South Branch Emergency Services
* High Bridge DPW
* OEK Landscaping

Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Union Forge Park

Bring the family, invite your friends, and come out for a great night with your local emergency services!

04/28/2026

Art Around High Bridge… what a week. What a community. What a team.

Events like this might look effortless when you’re walking through town, but behind the scenes is a group of people giving their time, creativity, and energy to make something truly special happen.

A huge thank you to our volunteers who do so much behind the scenes:

Pia, your calm nerves and brain keeps everything grounded.
Kirsten, your ability to organize chaos is unmatched.
Evan, your artistic vision brings it all to life.
Karyn, always ready to jump in and help with anything and everything.
Charlotte and Matt, you continue to elevate the professionalism of our art projects and marketing.
Cheryn, your connection to the community is at the heart of it all.
Will… we’re still not sure how you do all of this while raising three young girls but thank you for all your tech skills.
Maria, our newest volunteer, thank you for jumping in headfirst, it's like you were always a part of our team.
Curtis and Coleen- As High Bridge council people, we couldn't do this event without Borough partnership and assistance.

And to all of our incredible drop-in volunteers, artists, businesses, and supporters who make, create, donate, and show up when it matters most… thank you. Truly.

This first year couldn’t have been more fun to build together, and it’s only the beginning.

See you on September 12th for Grounds for Art Fest.

04/28/2026

Thank you Rikki from TAPinto North Hunterdon for sharing all the highlights of this event and our town!

High Bridge, NJ – After three straight memorable spring weekends, the first annual Art Around High Bridge festival of arts with the participation and support of local businesses wrapped up on...