While it might feel like a heat wave with the temperatures finally above freeing, there’s still a long cold winter ahead of us.  At the New Egypt Flea Market Village, you’ll find what you need to bundle up and be cozy without breaking the budget.

From vintage to new to gently used, we have plenty to keep you warm this winter.

Jeff, The Pyrex Man, has more than just classic dishes.  Each winter he makes sure to have heated socks in stock.  That’s right, heated socks.  You can keep your toes warm all winter.  Just stop by building #24 and see Jeff.  He’ll make sure the cold temperatures don’t give you cold feet.
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You’ll also want to bundle up in warm layers to keep the chill away.  You don’t have to wait for the end of winter clearance specials to find great prices on warm clothes.  Georgia, in buildings #29 and #30, has been selling seasonal clothes at the Market for over 50 years.

Each garment she sells is spot free and freshly cleaned.  Not rips.  No tears.  It’s all ready for you to wear.  And while you’re there, you can even pick up a brand-new pair of warm winter gloves.

If you’d like a classic look, The Fancy Flea in building #36EW has a collection of vintage coats that will never go out of style.  They also carry vintage women’s hats to complete the perfect timeless winter look.

Of course, there’s plenty more winter weather items throughout our 40+ shops.  Hats, gloves, scarves, sweaters, and maybe even some boots.   You can hop from one heated shop to another heated shop until you find everything you need to stay cozy and warm this winter.

We’ll have our heaters on by 8 am every Wednesday and Sunday.  Stop in and warm up.

And just in case another blizzard comes our way, be sure to Follow Us on Facebook for announcements about any winter weather closures or delays. 
 
The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.  Follow Us on Facebook.

​Between the holiday parties, Christmas gatherings, and New Year’s celebrations, you probably have a few hostess gifts to buy.  We’ve roamed around the New Egypt Flea Market Village for inspiration on some great gift ideas.  While there’s countless wonderful gifts at the Village, here’s 6 gift ideas that are sure to make any host or hostess happy. 

1.  Not Another Bottle of Wine
Let everyone else coming to the party bring a bottle of wine.  You, instead, can bring a wine bottle holder that matches the interests and tastes of your host or hostess.  Beyond the Wine Rack (Building 1E) is full of gifts, décor, and wine accessories, including some of the coolest wine bottle holders. 
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Everything they sell seems to have character.  It’s the perfect place to find something unique that will fit your host or hostess’s personality.   And most importantly, when you give your host or hostess something from Beyond the Wine Rack, no one will sigh and say, “Another bottle of wine.”

2.  Retro Records
Record players are popping up in homes everywhere.  And what party doesn’t have music?  Even if your host/hostess doesn’t own a record player, album covers are sought-after wall art these days.  You don’t get liner notes or cover art with an MP3 or streaming service.  Only good old vinyl gives you that. 
 
New Egypt Comics, Vinyl, & Video Games (Building 5E) has the market’s biggest selection of records in a wide range of genres. Plus, most shops at the New Egypt Flea Market Village have a stash of records.  If New Egypt Comics, Vinyl, & Video Games doesn’t have the album you’re looking for, just keep peaking inside the shops until you find it.  

3.  Grab n’ Go Gift Baskets
Why let some company pick what goes in a gift basket?  You know the host/hostess’s favorite jams and jellies...or if they have a taste for BBQ sauce instead.  At Jersey Girl’s Produce and Seasonal Items (Building #49) you can fill up your own Grab n’ Go Gift Basket.  Not only do you get to pick just the right flavors, you also gett TammySue’s award winning, locally made jars of deliciousness. 
 
Once you’ve filled your gift basket for your host/hostess, you can even fill a tray of hand baked cookies or pick out some of TammySue’s fudge for everyone to munch on at the party.

4.  Nuts and Candy Dispensers
Who doesn’t have a favorite candy or love peanuts?  These nifty peanut and candy dispensers are handmade here in Ocean County by R&D Wood Creations and you can find them at The Poetry and Arts Barn (Building 12E).  They can fit Skittles, unshelled nuts, jelly beans, and other candies as big as peanut M&M’s. 
 
Fill one up with your host/hostess’s favorite little candy or nuts.  They’ll love it year-round.  And you’ll always know what to get them for the next party...a refill of their favorite candy or nuts.  

​5.  Christmas Stocking Surprise
Break away from the traditional gift basket and give your host/hostess a holiday stocking full of surprises.  Christmas stockings are a favorite for everyone.  It’s one gift with bunches of gifts inside. 
 
To fill your stockings, stop by one of the newest shops in the Village, 20 and Below (Building 25).  It’s stocking stuffer central.  Everything is new, organized, and there’s everything from the practical to the whimsical for men, woman, and children.  You can pick a theme, fill it with tool and supply items, or go with hats and gloves...there’s so much at 20 and Below you’ll probably fill a few stockings.

6.  Traditional Charm
If you want to go with something a little more traditional, take a look inside another new store at the Village, Butterflies and Heliotrope (Building 10E).  Two retired florists have just opened up a shop here and they’ve brought in a beautiful selection of wreaths, wall plaques, and gift sets.  It’s the perfect place to find something heartfelt and handmade.

We’ve just given you 6 host and hostess gift ideas, but with nearly 50 shops in the Village, there’s literally thousands of unique items that would make a great gift.  There’s everything from the new to the nostalgic to the handcrafted.  And of course, host and hostess gifts aren’t all you’ll find here.  There’s truly something for everyone, you just have to stop in and visit each shop to see all that they have to offer.

​The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.
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Once again this year, Santa is visiting his home-away-from-home here at the New Egypt Flea Market Village.  Bring your Christmas list and favorite wish to share with Santa.

Santa arrives at the Market on Small Business Saturday, November 25th at 10 am.  He knows how hard his elves work and that every small business owner works just as hard.  So, this year, he’s making his first trip down from the North Pole to help the New Egypt Flea Market Village celebrate Small Business Saturday. 

But that’s not his only visit to the New Egypt Flea Market Village!  He’ll be at the Market in Building 6E several times throughout the holidays for photos and to hear what your wish is for Christmas.  He’ll even give us a special treat on December 3rd when he visits the Poetry and Arts Barn, Building #43, to read “’Twas the Night Before Christmas.”
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Here’s Santa’s Schedule:
Saturday, November 25th, 10 am to 2pm – Bring your wish list and camera for a photo.
Sunday, November 26th, 10 am to 2 pm – Bring your wish list and camera for a photo.
Sunday, December 3rd,  10 am to Noon – Bring your wish list and camera for a photo.
Sunday, December 3rd, 1 pm – Santa reads “’Twas the Night Before Christmas”
Sunday, December 10th,  10 am to Noon – Bring your wish list and camera for a photo.
Sunday, December 17th,  10 am to Noon – Bring your wish list and camera for a photo.
Sunday, December 24th,  10 am to Noon – Christmas Eve -Bring your wish list and camera for a photo.

 And maybe if we’re all really good and get on Santa’s “Nice List”, he might just give us a reading of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” on Christmas Eve!

There’s no charge for visiting Santa at his holiday home-away-from-home in Building 6E or joining us while he reads “’Twas the Night Before Christmas" ...but there is a little jar in case you’d like to drop in some funds to help Mrs. Clause buy more baking supplies.  Santa is on a strict cookie diet, and boy, does Mrs. Clause have to do a lot of baking all year round.

There are over 40 shops at the New Egypt Flea Market Village that will be open from 8 am to 2pm every day that Santa is here (plus Wednesdays while Santa is off checking on things back at the North Pole).  We hope you’ll get some of your holiday shopping done while you’re at the Market. 

​While we know it’s tempting for parents to want to have a little alone time to go shopping, we do require that an adult remain with children while visiting Santa.  

You can find out more about Santa’s visits at the Almost Not A Mess Facebook Page.

For details on Santa reading “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” visit the Poetry and Arts Barn’s Facebook Page.


The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.

The New Egypt Flea Market Village would like to wish a Happy Anniversary to four wonderful shops in our village.

Happy 1st Anniversary to Murphy’s Trading Post, Building 35E,  The Watch Guy and Chet’s Creations both located in Building 44E.

Happy 2nd Anniversary to the The Big Kid Store, Building 5W.
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The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.
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From all of us at the New Egypt Flea Market Village to all of those who have served, are currently serving, and to the families of the brave men and women that protect our freedom, we give you our heartfelt thank you and we want you to know that we are always grateful for your service and sacrifice.
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We also want to extend a special thank you to those veterans who regularly visit the market.  Many of you have become a part of the New Egypt family.  We see you sometimes every market day.  You’ve welcomed our new vendors as though they were your own new neighbors.  You’ve supported our established vendors for years.  Without you, the market would not be the same.  And without your service, America would not be the same.  We cannot thank you enough for both your service to our country and for the support you have given to all of us here at the market.  Thank you.

The New Egypt Flea Market Village is also home to several veteran owned businesses.  Some of these shops are easy to recognize by a “Veteran Owned” sign.  Other merchants quietly run their shops and only mention their service when asked.  We invite everyone to come to the market and ask around about which shops are veteran owned.  Give them a visit.  Stop in and say thank you.  Not only do they have treasures to sell, they themselves are a treasure with a story to tell.

While we are taking today to say a special thank you, many of our merchants say their own thanks year-round by offering discounts to both veterans and active service members.  If you’re a veteran or are currently in the military and you find something in a shop that you’d like to buy, let vendor know.  Many, if not most, will  gladly give a discount. 
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Thank you again to all who have served and to those who continue to serve and protect our country.
 
*Written in collaboration with various vendors at the New Egypt Flea Market Village.
 
The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.

​Karen and Bill Riley have just transformed building 35A into a cozy and beautiful shop called The Olde Crow Antiques & Collectables.  It’s filled with antiques, country and primitive décor, and even handcrafted canes and walking sticks.

​The timing couldn’t be better.  Their shop is stocked full of heartfelt and unique items that are perfect for the holiday gift giving season.  Karen has an eye for heartwarming treasures.  There’s plenty of country and primitive items and décor.  You’ll find everything from tiny trinkets for stocking stuffers, to gift size items (perfect for housewarmings), and plenty of treasures to decorate your own home.

​Bill is the craftsman.  He hand makes stunning canes from diamond willow branches.  You can take a peek into his little corner workshop where he transforms rare diamond willow branches from the far North into gorgeous walking canes.  He also creates hardy walking sticks from 130-year-old wooden tobacco hangers.  These tobacco sticks are super solid and once were used on farms to hang and try tobacco leaves.  Bill has rescued them and given them a great new purpose as hardy walking sticks.

The Olde Crow Antiques & Collectables Shop is just one of over 40 shops in the New Egypt Flea Market Village where you can find everything old, new, handcrafted, and gently used.  The market is open every Wednesday and Sunday, year-round, from 8 am to 2pm.
 
The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.
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The New Egypt Flea Market Village would like to wish a Happy Anniversary to five wonderful shops in our village.

Happy 1st Anniversary to The Pyrex Man at building #24 & Finders Keepers at Building #41.

Happy 2nd Anniversary to the Hooch at building #28.
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Happy 3rd Anniversary to Trinkets & Things at building #7E & Many Cool Things at Building #7W.

The Pyrex Man – Building #24
There’s still time to catch The Pyrex Man’s Anniversary Sale going on now thru the end of October. The sale features discounts on merchandise, free drawings, plus other specials.

Jeff, the Pyrex Man, has an uncanny ability of finding those rare pieces you’ve been looking for.  There’s hundreds of items inside his shop to choose from including both Pyrex and Corning ware.

Whether you’re looking for that one piece to complete your set or in search of a complete set, the Pyrex Man is the first place you’ll want look.
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While you’re there, be sure to browse his selection of great flea market items on the tables in front of his shop.  Don’t worry if you don’t see the Pyrex and Corning ware out front.  He stores those safely inside his shop.

Finders Keepers – Building #41
You'll find a fine mix of antiques, vintage items, and artisan creations here.  On most days, you can find one of the shop’s owners busy working on new pieces.  They offer a beautiful choice of hand wire wrapped and sea glass jewelry.  Finders Keepers is one of the few places where you can find handcrafted jeweled figurines and statues.
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In addition to their own creations you can find vintage coats, glassware, and more.
New antiques and vintage items arrive every week.

The Hooch – Building # 28
The Hooch is one of many veteran owned and operated shops at the New Egypt Flea Market Village.
There’s more here than you’d think.  The tables out front are full of great finds.  Behind that is a partially enclosed awning housing even more bargains.  But it doesn’t stop there.  Further inside is a shop full of even more treasures.
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You can find anything from new to old, decor, framed art and photos, clothes, home goods, and more.

Trinkets & Things – Building #7E
​Trinkets & Things is your home for shabby chic furniture and all things beautiful.

Just step inside and immediately you'll have the feeling of being surrounded by a dainty comfort.  And with such comfy seating in their shop, you might never want to leave.
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Whether you are looking for a tiny decorative item or shabby chic furniture you can find it here.

Many Cool Things – Building #7W
Many Cool Things is stocked floor to ceiling with toys and games of every genre and decade.  You’ll usually find the owner out front playing like a child with his latest find.  There’s always a smile on his face and his enthusiasm for toys is contagious. 
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​If you’re looking to recapture the joys of childhood, Many Cool Things is just the place for you.

The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.  Written by Ann Kestner.
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October 22, 2017, from 10 am to 2pm, the Center of Light & Gratitude welcomes everyone to come and explore all the offerings available at their center.  It’s an opportunity to meet with Reiki practitioner Debbie De Nourie and spiritual consultant Sharon Downie. 
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Come find answers to your questions and learn more about Reiki, crystals, essential oils, oracle reading, smudging and more.  Register for upcoming classes in “Contacting Your Guardian Angel,” “Self-Healing Reiki,” and “Guided Meditation to Contact Your Spirit Guide.”

​There will also be special discounts that day on Reiki Sessions and Tarot Readings.  There will be plenty of refreshments, company, and conversation.  While you’re there you can also enter their raffle for a free gift basket and free reading.  Fifteen-minute Reiki sessions for $10 will be available for those curious to experience Reiki for the first time or looking for a quick tune up.

The Center of Light & Gratitude is located in the back row, Building 9, at the New Egypt Flea Market Village, 933 Monmouth Rd., Cream Ridge, NJ 08514.
 
The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.
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This summer The Corner Bar BQ, with its custom smoker and grill, began serving up a mouthwatering menu of smoked ribs, chicken, pulled pork, home baked breads, breakfast essentials, and comfort foods.  Since its arrival at the New Egypt Market, it’s received nothing but five-star reviews.
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Owner and chef of the Corner Bar BQ, David Elliott, is a culinary arts instructor at Hudson County College in Jersey City.  You can taste his culinary talents in every bite from the perfectly smoked stacks of ribs to his own baked loafs of Texas toast.

You can find the Corner Bar BQ in the front parking lot of the New Egypt Flea Market Village.  The grill is fired up and the smoker is cooking every Wednesday and Sunday year-round from 8am to 2pm.  Breakfast starts around 8:30 am and the lunch/dinner menu is ready by noon. 
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While most folks pull up a seat at the picnic tables on the hill, others put their order in, do some shopping in the market and take home a delicious dinner.

You’ll always find smoked ribs, chicken, and pulled pork.  But that’s not all.  Burgers, breakfast essentials, corn bread, pies, mac and cheese, chili, Texas toast loafs, and other culinary creations also find their way onto the menu.

For menu updates and to read all those five-star reviews, visit the Corner Bar BQ on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CornerBarBQ/
 
The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.  Written by Ann Kestner.  Photos courtesy of the Corner Bar BQ.

​As the summer heat fades and the cool autumn breeze blows in, it’s the perfect time of year to enjoy a day at the new Egypt Flea Market Village.  To make it even better, there will be live music and poetry readings to compliment this beautiful weather.

​October 8th, 2017, you can experience an intimate bluegrass jam under the big tree in the back row.  Almost Not a Mess (building 6E) will be hosting its 4th Annual Bluegrass Jam that day beginning at noon.  There’s no big stage and no tickets needed for this musical experience.  Just come on down to the big tree by building 6E in the back row and pull up a chair to enjoy a mix of live bluegrass, Americana, traditional, and folk music.  

The Poetry and Arts Barn (building 43) is also embracing this beautiful weather with a season full of events.  Every Sunday this fall there will be an open mic poetry reading at 1 pm.  All are welcome to read or just to sit back and listen.  Writers can also enjoy a writer’s group meet up every Wednesday and Sunday from 9am to 11am.  Poets and poetry lovers can pack a sandwich or grab something to eat at the market and gather for a “poetry lunch” each Wednesday and Sunday at the Poetry and Arts Barn.

As always, the market’s nearly 50 shops and numerous table vendors will be open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8am till 2pm.  Enjoy the comfortable temperatures and the autumn colors.  Even the drive to the market this time of year is something to be enjoyed as the leaves of the surrounding woodlands change colors.
 
The New Egypt Flea Market Village is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 8 am to 2pm, year-round, rain or shine.  We’re one of the last of the old-time markets featuring 40+ buildings each an independently run shop, plus plenty of table vendors with everything from antiques, vintage toys, furniture, handcrafted goods, homemade jams and jellies, great bargains on new items, and thrifty second-hand finds.  Written by Ann Kestner.
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