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New Jersey native Robert Randolph will headline the Morristown Jazz Festival this weekend.

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MORRISTOWN JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL: On Saturday, Morristown Green will become a haven for jazz-heads and blues-hounds. The Morristown Jazz and Blues Festival will run from noon to 10 p.m., featuring some legendary names from both genres. Blues slide guitarist, and former Morristown resident Robert Randolph along with his Family Band will headline the festival. Randolph is a staple in the blues and jam scene, having performed and headlined all over the world. Guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli will celebrate his 90th birthday at the festival performing American standards with his quartet. Rounding out the festival will be Louis Prima Jr. and his band, 16 year old Billboard charting guitarist Quinn Sullivan, and the George Gee Swing Orchestra. Free. Saturday, 12 to 10 p.m. 46 Washington St, Morristown. 973-539-4900.

MANAHOPKIN CRAFT BEER & MUSIC FEST: The annual Manahopkin festival takes place Saturday at Manahawkin Lake Park. On tap will be plenty of brews from Jersey, such as Cape May Brewing Co., Pinelands, Carton, Ship Bottom, Double Nickel, Tomfoolery, and Riverhorse. A very delicious wrinkle to this festival is the "ice cream liquor" that'll be served up courtesy of the Manahawkin Ice Cream Shop. Yes, you can mix spirits with your ice cream for a boozy dessert. Live music will be provided by Ryan Zimmerman's Catcha Fish, The Jimmy Brogan Trio, and the Grateful Dead tribute band, Lovelight. $20-$70. Saturday, 1 to 7 p.m. Manahawkin Lake Park, Manahawkin.

FLOGGING MOLLY AND FRANK TURNER AT THE STONE PONY SUMMER STAGE: Pub punk icons Flogging Molly return to The Stone Pony on Saturday for what will undoubtedly be a rollicking blend of punk-rock, Celtic flare, and gallons of whiskey. The band whose lyrics range from tales of the struggle and oppression of the working class in Ireland and America to drunken sailors on the high seas, are currently working on their first studio album since 2011's "Speed of Darkness." Co-headlining the show will be British troubadour Frank Turner -- a former hardcore frontman turned singer/songwriter -- along with his band The Sleeping Souls. Opening the show on the outdoor stage will be Hot Water Music frontman, Chuck Ragan. The Pony's indoor stage features early performances from The Vansaders, and The Fullers, and a post-show performance from The Narrow Backs. $38-$42. Saturday, 4:30 p.m. (indoor), 5:30 p.m. (outdoor). 913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park. 732-502-0600.

CLARIDGE BBQ IN THE PARK: Atlantic City's Claridge Hotel will present "BBQ in the Park" a public cook-out in Brighton Park. The menu will feature classic, all-American dishes like hamburgers, hot dogs, barbecue chicken and ribs. Cost for food ranges from $3 to $12, depending on the item. Partial proceeds from food purchases go to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The event will be serenaded by the irie sounds of straight-from-Jamiaca roots reggae outfit, The Mighty Mystic Band. There will be a beer and wine garden in the park during the barbecue as well. Free. Saturday 6 to 9 p.m. Park Place and Boardwalk, Atlantic City. 844-244-7386.

CARLOS MENCIA AT THE STRESS FACTORY: Carlos Mencia begins a three-night, five-show stand at The Stress Factory in New Brunswick, Thursday. The comedian rose to fame with his guest appearances on the Opie and Anthony radio show, and his numerous stand-up specials. He's most famously known for his mid-2000s Comedy Central series "Mind of Mencia." Attendees of any of Mencia's Stress Factory shows can purchase a VIP ticket which will get you into an exclusive meet and greet session with the comedian. $32-$52. Thursday 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 7:30 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. 90 Church Street, New Brunswick. 732-545-4242.

CANAL DAY: Celebrate the history of the Morris Canal on Saturday at Canal Day & Craft Festival at Hugh Force Park in Wharton. The festival, now its 42nd year, is described as a "old time country fair" and will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy music on two stages, a Medieval Times sword fighting demonstration, free kayak and narrated boat rides on the Morris Canal, a Civil War encampment, pony rides, blacksmith demonstrations, and animals from Wallaby Tales Travelling Zoo. $5. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 180 West Central Avenue, Wharton.

PROPHETS OF RAGE IN CAMDEN: Prophets of Rage, the new supergroup featuring Public Enemy's Chuck D, Cypress Hill's B-Real, and members of Rage Against the Machine, will make their New Jersey debut at the BB&T Pavilion in Camden, Saturday. Prophets of Rage made their official debut this summer and are currently on their "Make America Rage Again" tour. The band, whose lyrical content is highly (but not surprisingly) political in nature, will be dropping their first EP, "The Party's Over" Aug. 26. Opening for Prophets of Rage will be the electronically tinged alt-rock outfit, AWOLNATION. $20-$69.50. Saturday, 7 p.m. 1 Harbor Boulevard, Camden.

LATIN FIESTA MONMOUTH PARK: Monmouth Park will be celebrating Latin American culture with a bevy of food and music. The two-day Latin Fiesta will be scored by the high-energy sounds of: Xol Azul Band, Rumba Latina, Tecuanes de San Gabriel, Carnaval Pluteco, Capoeira sol Nascente, and JP and Allison. While dancing is not required, it is more than welcome during any of these band's sets. There will be food served by local restaurants, and popular food trucks such as: Chilangos, El Lechon de Negron, the Empanada Guy, Mexi-Flip Taco Truck, Runa, and the Torta Truck. Horse racing will begin at 12:50 p.m. $10 ($5 admission, $5 parking). Saturday and Sunday 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Oceanport Avenue, Oceanport. 732-222-5100.

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