This week is about the garage and yard sales, as well as a special cultural festival.

Below is the combination of our weekly pick of weekend activities and our Grab & Go Kids Planner, offering both fun weekend activities and great family-friendly fun at the same time.

Here are this week's picks:

Swimming Lessons
When/Where: Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center.
Why Go: Because the summer is here and we love swimming! The Starfish Aquatic Club will be offering swim lessons to children of all ages through mid August. Visit the website for more information and to register.
Cost: $80 for all lessons.

Cub Scout Pack 64 Car Wash
When/Where: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Green Knoll Volunteer Fire Company on North Bridge Street.
Why Go: To support Cub Scout Pack 64 and the family of Finderne Fire Company Cpt. Jimmy Schupper. Of course you can get your car washed, and there will be a bake sale too.
Cost: Free.

Bridgewater Oaks Neighborhood Yard Sale
When/Where: Saturday at 10 a.m. at 57 Bond Street in Bridgewater.
Why Go: Because who doesn't love a yard sale? The Bridgewater Oaks Homeowners' Association is holding a sale for the neighborhood chock full of fun stuff to buy!
Cost: Free, except for the cost of what you buy.

Garage Sale
When/Where: Saturday at 8 a.m. at 891 Sherwood Road in Bridgewater.
Why Go: Because don't we all love a garage sale? One family is selling electronics, kids toys, clothing, home furnishings and much more.
Cost: Free, except for the cost of what you buy.

Asian Festival
When/Where: Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Bridgewater-Raritan High School.
Why Go: To get some Asian culture as the Somerset County Asian American organization brings food, dancing, music and much more to the high school!
Cost: Free.