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February may be the shortest month of the year, but it has a long list of celebrations and special events. From Ground Hog’s Day on 2/2, Valentines Day, Presidents Day 2/17 to the NJ Summer Camp Fairs 2/8,9,22, our calendars are full. For many, President’s Day weekend means school and work days off, sleeping in, and of course another round of super holiday sales. Why not take some time to honor our presidents by bringing history to life and discovering the past at a historical sight that played a role in the birth and growth of our nation. Visit the Old Barracks Museum in Trenton, an interpretive center of Colonial and Revolutionary history; the Morristown National Historical Park in Morristown, Washington’s 1779 winter encampment; or the Princeton Battlefield, site of a revolutionary war battle. Or splurge on the long weekend and take a family trip to D.C. to get close to the monuments. Other events include a Chocolate Festival, Dog Show, Dance Festival, Lazer Shows, Tea Parties, and workshops for craft making fun. There’s so many special ways to celebrate with our sweethearts! Sending many valentine hearts from our team to yours!
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Fun Weekly Themes • Ages 3-12 Indoor Pool with Swim Lessons and daily swim Summer Camp Now Accepting Registration For 2020/2021 School Year 2, 3, 5 Full and Half Day Preschool • Ages 3-5 Kidsports at the Club at Woodbridge 585 Main Street • Woodbridge, NJ 732-634-5000 • www.TheClub.org • Classes from 3 - Adult • Ballet Tap Jazz Lyrical Pointe Contemporary HipHop Acrobatics • See our schedule on www.moderneacademie.com STILL1820ENROLLINGE.2ndStreet, Scotch Plains Call www.moderneacademie.com908-322-4249 You’ll like our style. Stop in or call to speak to one of our instructors 50 years of dance ROBOT Where Kids Command Technology REVOLUTION The best STEM program in NJ. Located in Summit and Edison. Build and program robots. Fun and exploration. 3rd-12th grade. Learn more at www.robotrevolution.net. @robotguys • 908-608-8896 info@robotrevolution.net 6 • FEBRUARY 2020 • NJKIDSONLINE.COM
LITTLE WING CAMP Rockers learn the music of legendary rock artists, while learning rhythm, socialization, & confidence with fun music activities & games!
THE BEATLES CAMP Musicians rehearse as a band & perform a set list of Beatles songs on the final day of camp on-site at School of Rock Clark!
ROCK 101 CAMP Aspiring rockers learn what it’s like to be in a band! Bring your own instrument or use ours to perform a fun set list of iconic rock songs!
Musicians rehearse as a band & perform a set list of classic rock songs on the final day of camp on-site at School of Rock Clark!
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80’S ROCK CAMP Musicians rehearse as a band & perform a set list of 80’s rock songs on the final day of camp on-site at School of Rock Clark!
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Aspiring artists are coached on the arts of song writing & performing. Students will collaborate w/ other camp artists to form original songs & master the art of performing as a live band! Call for the Early Bird Discount!
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POP PUNK CAMP Musicians rehearse as a band & perform a set list of iconic pop punk songs on the final day of camp on-site at School of Rock Clark!
ROCK ROOKIES CAMP Campers learn iconic rock songs, while exploring all the rock band instruments, fostering a love of music through games & activities!
campriverbend.com A summer day camp for 3-14 year olds in Warren, NJ Open Houses: February 29 & March 22 RVSP (908) 580-CAMP TransportationandLunchincluded Flexible Schedule Options All Trips Included! Registration Going On NOW! SUMMER908.272.3500CAMP2020 1 Commerce Drive • Cranford, NJ Gymnastics, Arts & Crafts, Recreation Games, Sport Games, Dance, Bowling, Field Day and Outdoor Swimmng Diamond Gymnastics at: Secure your spot and save today at 20+ locations throughout the state! invent.org/save invent.org/save 8 • FEBRUARY 2020 • NJKIDSONLINE.COM
Open 7am-7pm • Full Time & Part Time Sessions, Year Round Care • Full Day Kindergarten Before & After care available •Art & Music, Science, Spanish, Language Arts, Math, Reading Readiness Skills, Outside Play, Computers & More • Trained, Screened & Certified Teachers, CPR Certified/First Aid Certified/State Licensed • Internet Camera System • Low Child to Teacher Ratio Accredited by the Better Business Bureau 21 Years of Exceptional Care (908) 518-0900 • www.cradlestocrayons.us TAKE A TOUR OF OUR NEW LOCATION AT: 932 South Ave W, Westfield ADVERTISE@NJKIDSONLINE.COM • 9
Contact Creations 4 You to update your www.creations4youonline.com501-513-9717website! great idea! Infant to 13 years, June 29 - Sept. 4 8am - 6pm (Half and Full Day) www.SpringAcademyUS.com t 908.301.6168 OPEN HOUSE Feb. 22 (Camp & School Year) 10-12 pm, 115 East Grove Street, Westfield 2-4 pm, 10 North Road, Warren Summer Camp Spring AcademyLanguageImmersionEnrichmentsDayTripsEnglish/MathMontessoriCharacterBuildingA great summer day camp with bi-weekly themes where sports (swimming twice a week), academics & field trips combine for an enriching, fun learning experience. Chinese/Spanish 10 • FEBRUARY 2020 • NJKIDSONLINE.COM
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FIRE ME UP! STUDIO 117 N. Union Ave, Ourfiremeupstudio.comCranford,•908-272-2600creativeartscampsteachkidsvaluable skills while providing tons of FUN! Options include: Pottery Wheel & Clay, Mixed Media, Art & Power: A creative Girls Empowerment Camp.
ACTING OUT - MUSICAL THEATRE BOOT CAMP 439 S. Ave W, Foractingoutonline.comWestfield908-379-8119theseriousactor,ourMusicalTheatre Boot Camp prepares actors to perform and perform well. This full day musical theatre intensive prepare those ready to own the stage! Acting Out graduates shine in Broad way hits like The Lion King, Le Miserable’, and White Christmas. Are you our next star? CAMP INVENTION multiple locations throughout NJ invent.org/camp • 800.968.4332 Ages: Grades K-6 WHERE BIG IDEAS BECOME THE NEXT BIG THING Camp Invention is a nationally recognized, nonprofit summer enrichment program that inspires kindergar teners through 6th graders to question, brainstorm, collaborate and invent! Academic Camps,Day Camp, STEM CAMP RIVERBEND 116 Hillcrest Rd., Wherecampriverbend.comWarren•908.580.CAMPtraditionmeetstomorrow,!AtCamp Riverbend your child can experience the most memorable sum mer in a safe, caring environment dedicated to growth, friendship and fun! Sports, crafts, daily swimming lessons, nature and more! Lunch included. Three quarter day option for 3 and 4 year olds, day trip travel for rising middle schoolers. Run by the Breene family since 1963, 100% devoted to families. For boys and girls ages 3-14. Door to door transportation from parts of Essex, Morris, Somerset and Union Counties and bus stop service in Hudson County. Accredited by ACA & State of NJ
SUMMER CAMP 1 Commerce Drive, diamondgymnasticsacademy.comCranford
Your child’s creativity will be sparked by different weekly project themes. We offer an art camp experi ence where children are encouraged to explore their individual creative artistic expression while learning new techniques and skill in a small group setting. Art camps explore a variety of mediums, including drawing, painting, sculpture and pottery wheel. Camps run in one-week sessions in the morning or afternoon as well as full day weekly classes. Creative Hands has been teaching children the joys and satisfaction of creating art in Madison for over 25 years.
SUMMER CAMP 1 Commerce Drive, diamondgymnasticsacademy.comCranford 908.272.3500
6-13 years old Diamond Gymnastics Academy Summer Camp offers a full day camp in flexible 1-week sessions. Students will be active all day with gymnastics, sports, recreational games, arts & crafts and day trips to the park, pool, bowling alley and more!
FIRE ME UP! STUDIO 117 N. Union Ave, Ourfiremeupstudio.comCranford,•908-272-2600creativeartscampsteachkidsvaluable skills while providing tons of FUN! Options include: Pottery Wheel & Clay, Mixed Media, Art & Power: A creative Girls Empowerment Camp.
to perform and perform well. This full day musical theatre intensive prepare those ready to own the stage! Acting Out graduates shine in Broad way hits like The Lion King, Le Miserable’, and White Christmas. Are you our next star? CAMP INVENTION multiple locations throughout NJ invent.org/camp • 800.968.4332 Ages: Grades K-6 WHERE BIG IDEAS BECOME THE NEXT BIG THING Camp Invention is a nationally recognized, nonprofit summer enrichment program that inspires kindergar teners through 6th graders to question, brainstorm, collaborate and invent! Academic Camps,Day Camp, STEM CAMP RIVERBEND 116 Hillcrest Rd., Wherecampriverbend.comWarren•908.580.CAMPtraditionmeetstomorrow,!AtCamp Riverbend your child can experience the most memorable sum mer in a safe, caring environment dedicated to growth, friendship and fun! Sports, crafts, daily swimming lessons, nature and more! Lunch included. Three quarter day option for 3 and 4 year olds, day trip travel for rising middle schoolers. Run by the Breene family since 1963, 100% devoted to families. For boys and girls ages 3-14.
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6-13 years old Diamond Gymnastics Academy Summer Camp offers a full day camp in flexible 1-week sessions. Students will be active all day with gymnastics, sports, recreational games, arts & crafts and day trips to the park, pool, bowling alley and more!
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HOOPS THERE IT IS Located in Clark, Union and Cranford hoopsthereitis.net • 908.370.7960 This fun-filled camp program runs from 9am3pm on Monday through Friday. Lunch program and early drop available. HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP AT SEATON HACKNEY STABLES 440 South St, Morristown 973.644.3355 • seatonhackney.com Offering a summer equestrian camp with small groups, from beginner to advanced, ages 5-17 years. Learn basic safety, grooming, tacking and barn management skills, ride 2-3x daily, in lessons, trails, lungeing and equisthenics sessions. Swimming hour at adjacent Ginty Pool. Daily Lunch. Staff to camper ratio of 4:1. Train for our IEA Show Team. Flexible, early drop off and late pickup available. Weekly. Beautiful 25+ acres county facility adjacent to Loantaka Park. INTERNATIONAL IVY SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Locations: Oakland, Paramus, Chatham, Livingston, Scotch Plains, Short Hills, Summit, Burlington, Somer set, iisummer.comPrinceton • 908.899.1338 , 3-15 years Dedicated to providing fun and intellectually-stimulating experiences to fuel young people’s interests and cre ativity. Summer is a great time to explore. We design our classes to be creative and hands-on. Kids design video games, build robots, tinker with the engineering of gadgets, conduct experiments and make films. Over sixty classes to choose from and explore in STEAMScience, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. At International Ivy, we are open to all students and thrive on their joy and laughter.
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PLAY IN ITALIAN 551 Park Ave, Scotch www.letsplayinitalian.comPlains• 908-322-5439 15 - August 28. For children ages 3 - 6. Pro grams include: Little
Sprouts, Mangia Mangia, Mad Science, Pompeii Pottery. LIGHTBRIDGE ACADEMY - WESTFIELD 751 Central Avenue, www.lightbridgeacademy.comWestfield 908-228-5791 Children ages 4 -6 are offered the chance to experi ence a summer of fun with outdoor and indoor activi ties that have been designed and created exclusively for the children of Lightbridge Academy. MODERNE ACADEMIE OF FINE ARTS 1820 E. 2nd Street, Scotch Plains moderneacademie.com • 908.322.4249 Dance all summer! Children’s Dance Camps ages 3 - 7, Jr. Dance Workshops ages 8 - 10, Dance Intensive Workshops ages 10 - 18, Dance Classes for six weeks. NJPAC SUMMER PROGRAMS 24 Rector Street, NJDancenjpac.org/summerNewark•973.353.7058•Acting•MusicalTheaterPACfacultyprovidesapositive and nurturing learning environment for students ages 10-18 to develop their inner artist. Each division of the Young Artist Summer Intensive builds skills in the performing arts and gives the student opportunities to express themselves and create. Financial aid available. No student turned away! SPRING ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP 115 East Grove St, Westfield 10 North Rd, www.SpringAcademyUS.comWarren • 908.301.6168 Ages: Infant - 13 years A great summer day camp with bi-weekly themes where sports (swimming 2x a week), academics and field trips combine for an enriching and fun learning ex perience. Language Immersion (Chinese & Spanish), Montessori, Trips, English/Math, Enrichment, Charac ter Buidling. 6/29 - 9/4 SUMMER CAMPS 2020 ADVERTISE@NJKIDSONLINE.COM • 13
PLAY IN ITALIAN 551 Park Ave, Scotch www.letsplayinitalian.comPlains• 908-322-5439 small to advanced, of 4:1. early PROGRAM
drop off and late pickup available. Weekly. Beautiful 25+ acres county facility adjacent to Loantaka Park. INTERNATIONAL IVY SUMMER ENRICHMENT
JCC CAMP RUACH 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater jcccampruach.org • 908-443-9026 2 years through Grade 9 Located on 14 acres. Busing included. Lunches avail able. Nine week program. Flexible schedules. Sports, swim (indoor and outdoor pools) low and high ropes course, karate, theater, art, cooking, dance, tennis, nature, game room, zip line, minigolf, music, musical theatre, cooking, archery, entertainment, themes...
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JCC CAMP RUACH 775 Talamini Road, Bridgewater jcccampruach.org • 908-443-9026 2 years through Grade 9 Located on 14 acres. Busing included. Lunches avail able. Nine week program. Flexible schedules. Sports, swim (indoor and outdoor pools) low and high ropes course, karate, theater, art, cooking, dance, tennis, nature, game room, zip line, minigolf, music, musical theatre, cooking, archery, entertainment, themes...
KIDSPORTS SUMMER CAMP 585 Main Street, Funwww.TheClub.orgWoodbridge732-634-5000WeeklyThemesforkidsages 3Indoor pool with swim lessons and daily swim
June 15 - August 28. For children ages 3 - 6. Pro grams include: Little Sprouts, Mangia Mangia, Mad Science, Pompeii Pottery. LIGHTBRIDGE ACADEMY - WESTFIELD 751 Central Avenue, www.lightbridgeacademy.comWestfield 908-228-5791 Children ages 4 -6 are offered the chance to experi ence a summer of fun with outdoor and indoor activi ties that have been designed and created exclusively for the children of Lightbridge Academy. MODERNE ACADEMIE OF FINE ARTS 1820 E. 2nd Street, Scotch Plains moderneacademie.com • 908.322.4249 Dance all summer! Children’s Dance Camps ages 3 - 7, Jr. Dance Workshops ages 8 - 10, Dance Intensive Workshops ages 10 - 18, Dance Classes for six weeks. NJPAC SUMMER PROGRAMS 24 Rector Street, NJDancenjpac.org/summerNewark•973.353.7058•Acting•MusicalTheaterPACfacultyprovidesapositive and nurturing learning environment for students ages 10-18 to develop their inner artist. Each division of the Young Artist Summer Intensive builds skills in the performing arts and gives the student opportunities to express themselves and create. Financial aid available. No student turned away! SPRING ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP 115 East Grove St, Westfield 10 North Rd, www.SpringAcademyUS.comWarren • 908.301.6168 Ages: Infant - 13 years A great summer day camp with bi-weekly themes where sports (swimming 2x a week), academics and field trips combine for an enriching and fun learning ex perience. Language Immersion (Chinese & Spanish), Montessori, Trips, English/Math, Enrichment, Charac ter Buidling. 6/29 - 9/4 SUMMER CAMPS 2020 HOOPS THERE IT IS Located in Clark, Union and Cranford hoopsthereitis.net • 908.370.7960 This fun-filled camp program runs from 9am3pm on Monday through Friday. Lunch program and early drop available. HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP AT SEATON HACKNEY STABLES 440 South St, Morristown 973.644.3355 • seatonhackney.com Offering a summer equestrian camp with
KIDSPORTS SUMMER CAMP 585 Main Street, Funwww.TheClub.orgWoodbridge732-634-5000WeeklyThemesforkidsages
ages 5-17 years. Learn basic safety, grooming, tacking and barn management skills, ride 2-3x daily, in lessons, trails, lungeing and equisthenics sessions. Swimming hour adjacent Ginty Pool. Daily Lunch. Staff to camper ratio
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Dedicated to providing fun and intellectually-stimulating experiences to fuel young people’s interests and cre ativity. Summer is a great time to explore. We design our classes to be creative and hands-on. Kids design video games, build robots, tinker with the engineering of gadgets, conduct experiments and make films. Over sixty classes to choose from and explore in STEAMScience, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. At International Ivy, we are open to all students and thrive on their joy and laughter.
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SCHOOL OF ROCK CLARK MUSIC CAMPS 1173 Raritan Rd, locations.schoolofrock.com/clarkClark • 908.577.4473 Ages: 3-18 years SOR Clark provides interactive, performance-based music education for kids of all ages! Come get a taste of rock this summer with our 4- or 5-day sessions for every level. Sign up for one or do a few, every week is different! Dates from late June-August. Call or email us for current promotions! 6/29-9/3 STEPPING FORWARD COUNSELING CTR CAMP Chatham and 973.635.6550,NutleyAges othertime.learnTrips,ArtsRiding,difficulties.toforprogram,SFCCsteppingforwardcounselingcenter.com0-21C.A.M.P-Clinicallyadvancedmulti-modalityTherapeuticSportsandSocialSkillschildrenandyoungadultsages0-21withmildmoderatelearning,emotional,andbehavioralEnjoyactivities:TherapeuticHorsebackSwimming,Yoga,Drama,AcademicPrograms,&Crafts,CampOut,ColorWar,FieldKayaking/Sailing,RockClimbing,allwhileskillsandmakingfriendsthatwilllastalife3-1ratio,ledbyPh.D.,LCSWs,teachingandlicensedprofessionals.Day&sleepaway. SUNBURST GYMNASTICS CAMP 565 Rahway Ave, Union 908.810.1300 www.sunburstnj.com Let your child have fun this summer at our popular summer day camp. We offer a variety of activities throughout the day, for ages 3 - 13 yrs old. Activities include: gymnastics, arts & crafts, sports games, swimming, bowling, movies and field trips. 3 or 5 days available. Preschool (half day only from 8:30-12:30). Recreational Camp for ages 6-13 (full and half day options from 8:30-5:30). Pre and post care available. 11 week of camp. 2 week sessions.
WARDLAW Road, Plainfield 908.561.5055 Arts Camp Summer 2 - 14
SUMMER SPECTACULAR! 401 Greenbrook Road, North Plainfield thesundanceschool.com • 908.561.5055 Sundance Theatre Camp + Sundance Fine Arts Camp + Sundance Creative Arts Camp = The Sun dance Summer Spectacular! Children 2 - 14 enjoy a full immersion into the Arts this summer! With three different camps to choose from, there’s something for everyone.
enjoy a full immersion into the Arts this summer! With three different camps to choose from, there’s something for everyone. WARDLAW + HARTRIDGE SCHOOL SUMMER ADVENTURES 1295 Inman Ave, Edison 908.754.1882 x319 • WHSchool.org Programs for children ages 3 through 12th grade. Recreation, Sports, Art, Music, STEM, Math, Writing, Reading, Indoor Swimming, Weekly Trips and making friends for a lifetime. It’s all here! WATERSHED NATURE CAMP & ACADEMY 31 Titus Mill Road, Campers5-18thewatershed.org/camp,Pennington609-737-3735yearswillexploreour950-acreWatershed Reserve of fields, forests, trails, ponds and streams. As well as examine the Watershed Center‚ expression of sustainability in our classrooms, exhibits and science lab. 6/29 - 8/21 SUMMER CAMPS 2020 NJKiDS on the Go! Have you signed up yet? What you need to know when you are on the go. Our weekly ‘on the go ‘e-newsletter’ will give you the latest scoop delivered to your inbox for free! Upcoming events• Special promotions Outing Ideas • Cool Finds Sign up on our website www.njkidsonline.comat 14 • FEBRUARY 2020 • NJKIDSONLINE.COM
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+ HARTRIDGE SCHOOL SUMMER ADVENTURES 1295 Inman Ave, Edison 908.754.1882 x319 • WHSchool.org Programs for children ages 3 through 12th grade. Recreation, Sports, Art, Music, STEM, Math, Writing, Reading, Indoor Swimming, Weekly Trips and making friends for a lifetime. It’s all here! WATERSHED NATURE CAMP & ACADEMY 31 Titus Mill Road, Campers5-18thewatershed.org/camp,Pennington609-737-3735yearswillexploreour950-acreWatershed Reserve of fields, forests, trails, ponds and streams. As well as examine the Watershed Center‚ expression of sustainability in our classrooms, exhibits and science lab. 6/29 - 8/21 SUMMER CAMPS 2020 SCHOOL OF ROCK CLARK MUSIC CAMPS 1173 Raritan Rd, locations.schoolofrock.com/clarkClark • 908.577.4473 Ages: 3-18 years SOR Clark provides interactive, performance-based music education for kids of all ages! Come get a taste of rock this summer with our 4- or 5-day sessions for every level. Sign up for one or do a few, every week is different! Dates from late June-August. Call or email us for current promotions! 6/29-9/3 STEPPING FORWARD COUNSELING CTR CAMP Chatham and 973.635.6550,NutleyAges othertime.learnTrips,ArtsRiding,difficulties.toforprogram,SFCCsteppingforwardcounselingcenter.com0-21C.A.M.P-Clinicallyadvancedmulti-modalityTherapeuticSportsandSocialSkillschildrenandyoungadultsages0-21withmildmoderatelearning,emotional,andbehavioralEnjoyactivities:TherapeuticHorsebackSwimming,Yoga,Drama,AcademicPrograms,&Crafts,CampOut,ColorWar,FieldKayaking/Sailing,RockClimbing,allwhileskillsandmakingfriendsthatwilllastalife3-1ratio,ledbyPh.D.,LCSWs,teachingandlicensedprofessionals.Day&sleepaway. SUNBURST GYMNASTICS CAMP 565 Rahway Ave, Union 908.810.1300 www.sunburstnj.com Let your child have fun this summer at our popular summer day camp. We offer a variety of activities throughout the day, for ages 3 - 13 yrs old. Activities include: gymnastics, arts & crafts, sports games, swimming, bowling, movies and field trips. 3 or 5 days available. Preschool (half day only from 8:30-12:30). Recreational Camp for ages 6-13 (full and half day options from 8:30-5:30). Pre and post care available. 11 week of camp. 2 week sessions. SUNDANCE SUMMER SPECTACULAR! 401 Greenbrook
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FROM OUR HEARTS TO YOURS, HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!
Need a little something special handmade for that little love one in your life? Beaded necklaces, glass dishes, pottery mugs, painted pictures.....it's time to get creative and make arts and crafts gifts for Valentine's Day. Here are some family friendly art places to craft your special keepsake.
OfferingOngoing creative glass fusing fun for children ages 3+ to adults. No experience necessary. Use colored pieces of glass to create your own unique design. Glass dishes, flat tiles, picture frames, mounted boxes and more! Walk-ins welcome: ev ery day (except Wed) 12PM-6PM; also first Friday of every month open late to 9PM. Reservations recommended during the holidays. 151 South St, Morristown, 973.656.0800, umakeglass.com
"Design Your Own Jewelry Workshop". Create jewelry that is uniquely your own! Create a special necklace or bracelet using a wide selec tion of different beads. Upgrades available for gemstones, Swarovski crystals, and metal beads. Expect to spend 1 to 1 1/2 hours. 113 Central Ave, Westfield, 908.232.3411, justbeadyourself.com
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Drop-inOngoingsessions available. Register online. Aimed at children ages 1.5 to 13 years old. Students can create works of art. Choose classes from Messy Artists, Cartooning, Drawing, Arty Explorers, Art Elements, Sculpture and more! 356 Route 10 West, East Hanover, 973.378.2425, themessyartist.com
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Walk-inOngoingclasses for children and adults. Come in and start creating that special art piece. Design, paint and decorate pottery, select from mugs, plates, frames, figurines and more. With glass fusing, make your own unique jewelry, nightlights, platters using bits and pieces of glass. For canvas painting, select from our library of canvas designs to paint your very own masterpiece. 117 N. Union Ave. Cranford, 908.272.2600, firemeupstudio.com
Walk-inOngoingart activities. Kids and adults. Paint your own pottery, painting on canvas, painting on wood, tote bag painting, kiln clay building and more! 290 Mounts Corner Drive, Freehold, 732.508.3092, aroundthecornerartcenter.com
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Register in two week sessions! SUMMER CAMP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: • Gymnastics • Arts & Crafts • Sport GamesCAMP PROGRAMS: 3 or 5 days available. PRE SCHOOL: 11 weeks of Summer EXCITEMENT!Camp • Swimming* • Bowling* • Movies* *(Full Day Campers only) Full MUSTCampersDaybeatleastsixyearsold Camp #MyGymFun FunFunFamilyNightFamilyFunNightFamilyFunNightFamilyFunNightFamilyFunNightFamilyFunNightFamilyNight Valentine’s Enroll Now! Bring your children for a fun evening and let’s celebrate Valentines Day. Games, relays, adventures, puppets and more. Pizza and dessert will be served. Sign up today! Visit us in Glen Rock • (201) 444-4644 Westfield • (908) 317-0888 westfield@mygym.commygym.com/westfield New Providence • (908) 665-2122 newprovidence@mygym.commygym.com/newprovidence FEBRUARY 15TH • 5:30-7 PM ADVERTISE@NJKIDSONLINE.COM • 19
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and Roosevelt. They will answer visitor questions. Voting booth activity. Participate in annual kids Presidential Costume Contest. 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 215.409.6600, constitutioncenter.org CRAYOLA EXPERIENCE Ongoing (Special Feb 2020 Activities) Nice day trip to PA from NJ. The Crayola Experience is a favorite family destination filled with creative interactive play. Over 25 hands on attractions. Learn
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Ongoing (Special Feb 2020 Activities) Nice day trip to PA from NJ. The Crayola Experience is a favorite family destination filled with creative interactive play. Over 25 hands on attractions. Learn how crayons are made, name and wrap your own crayon, star in your own coloring page, and so much more! Preschoolers ages 3 & 4 get in FREE on non-holiday weekdays during the month of Feb 2020 (proof of age required). Through Feb 28th, kids ages 3-12 can create and enter a board design in the “Color Your Wings” design competition. Easton, PA, 610.515.8000, crayolaexperience.com/easton
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because there are so many activities to choose from: laser tag, bumper cars, 4D theater, mini bowling, ropes courses, carousel, arcade games, and more! 110 Schanck Road, Freehold,NJ, 732.577.8200, iplayamerica.com CELEBRATE PRESIDENT’S DAY 2020 This year President’s Day falls on Monday February 17, 2020 and it honors all past and current U.S. presidents. Time to explore NJ’s museums and their special exhibits, experience family friendly attractions or enjoy outdoor winter fun. President trivia: Name the four presidents on the face of Mount Rushmore? *Answer: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. Got Kids? WHAT TO DO... For family FUN THINGS TO DO, check out our complete listings on www.njkidsonline.com ............................Sign 20 • FEBRUARY 2020 • NJKIDSONLINE.COM
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This year President’s Day falls on Monday February 17, 2020 and it honors all past and current U.S. presidents. Time to explore NJ’s museums and their special exhibits, experience family friendly attractions or enjoy outdoor winter fun. President trivia: Name the four presidents on the face of Mount Washington, Theodore trivia, more. Kids will learn about the role of the president and what Hall on Presidents Washington, Lincoln how own in your own coloring page, and so much more! Preschoolers ages 3 & 4 get in FREE on non-holiday weekdays during the month of Feb 2020 (proof of age required). Through Feb 28th, kids ages 3-12 can create and enter a board design in the “Color Your Wings” design competition. Easton, PA, 610.515.8000, crayolaexperience.com/easton
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Sat-Mon, Feb 15-17, 2020 (FREE Admission Mon Feb Wonderful17th) museum for the whole family! Family friendly programs and activities: craft stations, games, trivia, story corner and more. Kids will learn about the role of the president and what the job involves. Visit Kids Town Hall on Mon. Feb 17th and meet Presidents Washington, Lincoln and Roosevelt. They will answer visitor questions. Voting booth activity. Participate in annual kids Presidential Costume Contest. 525 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 215.409.6600, constitutioncenter.org
IPLAY AMERICA - GET INSIDE THE FUN Daily, DiscoverMon-SunourWOW factor. The Jersey Shore comes indoors. Eat, ride & play at iPlay. Never boring because there are so many activities to choose from: laser tag, bumper cars, 4D theater, mini bowling, ropes courses, carousel, arcade games, and more! 110 Schanck Road, Freehold,NJ, 732.577.8200, iplayamerica.com
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SKY ZONE PRESIDENT’S DAY Daily, Mon-Sun (Presidents Day Park Hours Mon Feb Jumping17th)fun with Freestyle Jump, Ultimate Dodgeball, Foam Zone, Skyslam, Ninja Warrior Trainer, Battle Beam and more! skyzone.com
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SKI RESORT Sun, Feb 16, 2020, 8:30PM-10PM Join us for a Firework show and a Torchlight Parade down the Trail! Ski or snowboard daily this winter season. Buy tickets at store.jfbb.com/ MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM - FEDERICO
Sat-Mon, Feb 15-17, 2020, 12PM-4PM Free with Museum Admission. All ages welcome. Meet some of our earliest presidents, such as George Washington and James Madison, throughout President’s Day Weekend. Discover how each president left his mark on the highest office of the land. Visit the new exhibition Meet the Presidents to learn more! 170 Central Park West, New York, nyhistory.org/childrens-museum
MADAME TUSSAUDS NEW YORK Daily Mon-Sun Check out wax figures of U.S. Presidents: Washington, Lincoln, Obama, and Trump. 234 West 42nd St, New York, NY, madametussauds. up for our enewsletters to stay “in so much
Starting Feb 8, 2020 Uribe the artist creates brightly colored landscapes and animal sculptures. Fashioned from colored and shoelaces, plastic waste and recycled bullet 60 pieces on exhibition. Plastic Coral Reef features hundreds of pieces of waste. 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair NJ, 973.746.5555, montclairartmuseum.org
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Check out wax figures of U.S. Presidents: Washington, Lincoln, Obama, and Trump. 234 West 42nd St, New York, NY, madametussauds.
THE STATUE CRUISES EXPERIENCE Daily, Mon-Sun though it’s cold outside, you can still visit two of the world’s most famous landmarks in February. Statue Cruises is the only authorized official provider of tickets and tours to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. 877.523.9849, statuecruises.com
THE BRONX ZOO Daily Mon-Sun, Winter Season Discover animals and wildlife in a natural setting. Home to 6,000 animals, 700 species on over 265 acres. Family friendly zoo, see Sea Lion and Penguin Feedings, Congo Gorilla Forest, Jungle World and more! Don’t forget to ride the Bug Carousel. 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx NY, 718.220.5100, bronxzoo.com
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SKI PA Daily Mon-Sun, Winter Season For some outdoor family fun, go skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and cross country skiing in Pennsylvania. Over 20 family friendly mountains to choose from. Learn to ski and snowboard programs, 4th/5th grade snow pass, coupons and more! Visit website www.skipa.com for details.
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For some outdoor family fun, go skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and cross country skiing in Pennsylvania. Over 20 family friendly mountains to choose from. Learn to ski and snowboard programs, 4th/5th grade snow pass, coupons and more! Visit website www.skipa.com for details.
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Even though it’s cold outside, you can still visit two of the world’s most famous landmarks in February. Statue Cruises is the only authorized official provider of tickets and tours to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. 877.523.9849, statuecruises.com
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THE BRONX ZOO Daily Mon-Sun, Winter Season Discover animals and wildlife in a natural setting. Home to 6,000 animals, 700 species on over 265 acres. Family friendly zoo, see Sea Lion and Penguin Feedings, Congo Gorilla Forest, Jungle World and more! Don’t forget to ride the Bug Carousel. 2300 Southern Boulevard, Bronx NY, 718.220.5100, bronxzoo.com
Opening 1, 2020 New adventure for young learners. Make your way through a tropical rainforest, learn about Australian koalas, become an Antarctic penguin, go eye-to-eye with beetles, birds and more! features animal experts Chris and Martin Kratt and a cast of heroes and villains familiar to fans. 222 Jersey City Boulevard Jersey City, NJ, 201.200.1000, lsc.org
Celebrate President’s Day with a day of fun family programs. Learn about Aerosol: Graffiti & Street Art. Visit exhibits: Dinosaur Den, Mega Model Train and Railroad, American Indian, and Rocks and Minerals. 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, morrismuseum.org
JACK FROST BIG BOULDER 16, Feb 15-17, 2020, 12PM-4PM Museum ages welcome. Meet some of our earliest presidents, such as George Washington and James Madison, throughout President’s Day Weekend. Discover how each president left his mark on the highest office of the land. Visit the new exhibition Meet the Presidents to learn more! 170 Central Park West, New York, nyhistory.org/childrens-museum
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Celebrate President’s Day with a day of fun family programs. Learn about Aerosol: Graffiti & Street Art. Visit exhibits: Dinosaur Den, Mega Model Train and Railroad, American Indian, and Rocks and Minerals. 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, morrismuseum.org
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2020, 8:30PM-10PM Join us for a Firework show and a Torchlight Parade down the Trail! Ski or snowboard daily this winter season. Buy tickets at store.jfbb.com/ MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM - FEDERICO URIBE: ANIMALIA EXHIBIT Starting Feb 8, 2020 Uribe the artist creates brightly colored landscapes and life-sized animal sculptures. Fashioned from colored pencils, shoes and shoelaces, plastic waste and recycled bullet shells. 60 pieces on exhibition. Plastic Coral Reef features hundreds of pieces of plastic waste. 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair NJ, 973.746.5555, montclairartmuseum.org LIVING HISTORY: MEET THE PRESIDENTS AT NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY DIMENNA CHILDREN’S HISTORY MUSEUM Sat-Mon,
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SKY ZONE PRESIDENT’S DAY Daily, Mon-Sun (Presidents Day Park Hours Mon Feb Jumping17th)fun with Freestyle Jump, Ultimate Dodgeball, Foam Zone, Skyslam, Ninja Warrior Trainer, Battle Beam and more! skyzone.com Sky Zone Allendade, 201.574.1800 Sky Zone Mount Olive, 973.527.7000 Sky Zone Ocean Township, 732.200.4344 Sky Zone Pine Brook, 973.396.4001 Sky Zone Springfield, 973.671.5100
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8 Chocolate Family Fun Day at the Morris Museum. 11AM-4PM. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973-971-3700.
8 Early Morning Opening & Sensory-Friendly at Intrepid Museum. Pier 86, W 46th St, NYC. intrepidmuseum.
8 Mystery and History of Magic at the Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum. 11AM-2PM. Performances at 11:00AM and 1:30PM.
2 Champions of Magic at The Union County Performing Arts Center. 3-5PM. Irving St, Rahway. 732-499-8226.
9, 22 NJ CAMP FAIRS - 2/9 @Montclair Art Museum. 2/22 @ Menlo Park Mall, 12-3PM. Meet sleep away camps, traditional day camps, to specialty camps ranging from sports, adventure, travel, academic, art, robotics, performing arts, foreign language and more. RSVP @ njcampfairs.com for free gift at the fair. Free. njcampfairs.com.
Black History X Black Future @ Newark Museum, 11am-3pm. FREE with museum admission. Honor the legacy of Black icons and build creative visions for the future. newarkmuseumart.org
8 Butterbean’s Fairy Tea Party at Just Bead Yourself. 4-5PM. Create a Butterbean’s Cafe themed necklace! Then, just like the Bean Team, decorate your own cookies during a tea party! Recommended for ages 3-10. 113 Central Ave, Westfield. 908-232-3411.
8 Full Moon Hike at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. 6-7PM. Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787. reeves-reedarboretum.org
9 Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert Featuring New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. State Theatre NJ 9 Dance Union Festival at Union County Performing Arts Center. 3-5PM. Featuring performances from Union County high schools, dance studios and profes sional companies. 2780 Morris Ave, Suite 1A, Union. 908-687-8855.
14 - 17 Sesame Street Live at the Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden.
9 Lightwire Theater: Dino-Light, 1 & 4pm. Glow-in-thedark adventure is visually stunning. The Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, Toms River. 732-255-0500.
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10-11 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. 7-9PM. Madison Square Garden, NYC. msg. 12 Open House at JCC in Bridgewater, 5:30-7pm. Come learn about our programs and receive special savings on Camp, Early Childhood Center and Afterschool Programs. ssbjcc.org. 775 Talamini Road, 14BridgewaterValentineDinner Show by The Jersey Four at iPlay America. 6-9PM. 110 Schanck Rd, Freehold.
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9 Sunday Mystery Walk at Duke Farms. 1-3PM. Hills borough Township. 908-722-3700.
9 Cali & Rosie’s 6th Birthday Valentine’s Party at Liberty Lake Day Camp. 11AM-3PM. Come celebrate the old pooches’ 6th Birthday with doggie-themed activities, crafts, plus Rock Wall, Ga-Ga, S mores & Tours! Stay for lunch - Burgers + Dogs will be ready on the grill, and a birthday cake for the pooches at 2pm! All pro spective and current families are welcome! 1195 Flor ence Columbus Road, Bordentown. 609-499-7820.
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4, 8 Read & Explore: Animal Tracks at Terhune Or chards. 10-11AM. Fun, informative programs include educational activities and stories followed by hands-on crafts and exploration. Registration requested. 609924-2310. Terhune Orchards, Cold Soil Rd, Princeton. 609-924-2310. terhuneorchards.com
1, 8 Follow the Drinking Gourd at RVCC Planetarium. 1,3PM.8,15, 22 Laser Magic at RVCC Planetarium. 4PM.
8 Drum Tao: 2020 at njpac. 3-5PM. pulse-pounding performances blend highly physical, large-scale drum ming with precision choreography, beautiful costum ing, and dramatic, innovative stage design. A second performance at 7:30. 1 Center St, Newark.
9 THE ADDAMS FAMILY at the JCC in Bridgwater. 5-8PM, open to the community and will be held at the JCC, 775 Talamini Rd, Bridgewater. 908-443-9003.
6 Info Session at HudsonWay Immersion School. 9-10AM. We invite anyone interested to come spend time getting to know our school to better understand what makes HWIS unique. All students learn the core curriculum in either Spanish or Mandarin, apart from becoming proficient in English. Starts at the age of 2middle school. RSVP: hwis.org/apps/form/tour-stirling. 249 Bebout Ave, Stirling. hwis.org
7 Super Pet Expo at the New Jersey Convention Center, Edison. 3-8PM. 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison. 301-564-4050.
9 The Joy of Backyard Bird Feeding. 1-3PM. Attracting birds is a great way to bring nature up close and into your backyard.165 Hobart Ave, Summit. reevesreedarboretum.org
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15 Dinosaur World Live at State Theatre New Jersey.. 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick. 15 Valentine’s Day Family Fun Night at My Gym 5-7PM. Register now for our latest family fun outing! We will be celebrating love with our nearest and dearest along with tons of My Gym fun, pizza, and dessert! Space is limited and expected to fill quickly. Westfield. 908-3170888. New Providence. 908-665-2122. mygym.com
22 Free Kids Expo at Westfield Area YMCA. Inflatable, sports class stations, dance academy, camp open house, carnival games, and arts & crafts. This event goes from 1-4pm. 220 Clark St, Westfield. 22 Oak Knoll Summer Programs Open House. 1-3PM. Enjoy face painting and crafts while you meet our summer staff and learn about our programs for preschoolers all the way through high school. Free and open to the public. 44 Blackburn Road, Summit. info.
15 Kids Night out at Sunburst Gymnastics. 5-9PM.
22 Who’s Been Here? at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. 1011AM. Register. Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787. reeves-reedarboretum.
10 - 11 Totally Tomatoes Weekend at New York Botanical Garden. Bronx, NY. nybg.org
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A great opportunity to drop your kids off for dinner, gymnastics, recreational games, & movie time! Supervised by our certified and trained staff. They play on the trampoline and tumble track. Games include Spaceball, Trampoline Basketball, Jump the Sock, Relay races, Hide & Go Seek, Gymnastics, Rope Swing (Tarzan), Rock Wall, Cargo Net. 565 Rahway Ave, Union. 908-810-1300. sunburstnj.com
15 Sugar Maple Celebration at Duke Farms. 10AM3PM. Register. 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township. 908-722-3700.
15 - 22 Kids Week at Intrepid Museum. Pier 86, W 46th St, NYC. intrepidmuseum.org
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12 Sensory Hours at Sky Zone in Pine Brook. 4-6PM. 60 Chapin Rd, Pine Brook. 973-396144001.NMBFF Film Festival at the Newark Museum. 1-3PM. Youth Film Festival Series, WednesdaysAdmission: FREE. Annie 49 Wash ington Ave, Newark. Newark 973.596.6672. 14 - 16 Family Gallery Programs at the New ark Museum - Our Cultural Community!. 10-11AM. Three- to five-year-olds and their caregivers enjoy a special time before the Mu seum opens to the public. 1-4PM. Come and discover the different aspects of our commu nity! From our families to the beauty and the structures that surround us! 49 Washington Ave, Newark. 973.596.6672.
10 Chester Music Festival FREE. 11am-5pm. Featuring English Rock Band of the 70’s, 80’s (250 State Rte 24, Chester, NJ) Bring your lawn chairs and shades! Downtown Chester.
17 President’s Day Camp at My Gym Westfield & New Providence. 1-4PM. 3 hour drop off mini-camps. The action never stops. Activities include games, relays, dances, gymnastics, arts & crafts, a snack and so much more! Our camps are perfect for children 3 - 10 yrs old (must be potty trained and able to separate). Westfield. 908-317-0888. New Providence. 908-665172122.Fancy Nancy Tea Party at Just Bead Yourself. 10AM-12PM. 113 Central Ave, Westfield. 908-2323411. justbeadyourself.com
17 Glamour Girl Lip Gloss and Beading at Just Bead Yourself. 12-1PM.
6 Baby and Me Hike. 9-11AM. Baby and Me Hike. Cost: $2 per adult. Preregistration re quired. 973.635.6629. Jockey Hollow National Park, Harding. 973.635.6629. morrisparks.net 6 National Night Out at Mennen Sports Arena. FREE food, FREE entertainment, FREE ice skating, and giveaways! 161 Hanover Ave, Morristown. 973-326-7654.
10 - 11 Greenberg’s Train & Toy Show at New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center. 10AM-4PM. All aboard! Kids 11 and under free. 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison. trainshow.com
18 Storytime at 2 at Macculloch Hall Historical Museum. Celebrate American Artist Apprecia tion Month with a story and art project. FREE with museum admission. Pre-register (973) 538-2404, x16 or cwinslow@maccullochhall. org. 45 Macculloch Ave, Morristown. 18 Family Woodland Hike at New Jersey Botanical Garden. 1-2PM. \Free. New Jersey Botanical Garden, Morris Rd, Ringwood. 973962-9534. njbg.org
19 Sky Zone Sensory Hours in Mount Olive NJ. 4-6PM. 61 International Drive South, Budd Lake. 973-527-7000. skyzone.com/mountolive 21, 28 Science Wednesdays: BASF’s Kids Lab at the Morris Museum. 1-2PM. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973.971.3700. rismuseum.org/special-programs-familiesmor 22 Peach Muffin Making. 11AM-2PM. 908-8795463. Cooper Gristmill. 66 State Route 24, 24Chester.Morristown Food and Truck Festival. 11AM7PM. Gintny Field. 49 Woodland Ave 31 Labor Day Lobsterfest. Free event! 6 bands and emcee/DJ playing requests. Over 180 craft and specialty vendors. Great oceanfront location. Children’s activities including water slide, rides, face painters and sand art. 500 Ocean Ave, Bradley Beach. bblobsterfest.com
7, 14, 21, 28 Lunch with the Librarian at Mac culloch Hall Historical Museum. Pre-school children and their caregivers are invited to bring lunch and enjoy stories.FREE. 45 Mac culloch Ave, Morristown. 973-538-2404.
29 Camp Riverbend OPEN HOUSE. A Summer Day Camp for 3-14 year olds! Come sample Camp Riverbend’s awesome summer activities this winter! Fun Riverbend activities for kids and parents, run by our amazing counselors. Take a tour of the camp site with our directors. Free! RSVP@campriverbend.com or 908-580-CAMP. NJ Kids is not responsible for any misprints. Please check for times and dates as they may change.
23 International Polar Bear Day Festival at American Museum of Natural History. Interactive theater perfor mance. 200 Central Park W, NYC. amnh.org
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16 Daddy Daughter Formal at Harmony Dance Center. 2-3PM. Girls ages 3-10 & their dads are invited to attend a Daddy/Daughter Formal. Enjoy great music, dancing, snacks, beverages, and photos-- as well as some memorable daddy/daughter time. Coordinat ing outfits are encouraged! 1422 Morris Ave, Union.
24 Walk On: The story of Rosa Parks at RVCC Theatre. Perfect for Homeschoolers!!! 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg. 908-725-3420. rvccarts.org
20 Access-ABILITY Art Exhibition Opening Reception at the Morris Museum. 6-8PM. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973.971.3700. morrismuseum.org/access
22oakknoll.org/summer-programs-open-houseOpenHouseatSpringAcademy-OpenRegistrationfor2020SummerCampandFallschoolyearprograms!908-301-6168toRSVP.10am-12pm@ 115 East Grove St, Westfield; 2-4pm @ 10 North Rd. Warren. springacademyus.com
22 NJ CAMP FAIRS - held at Menlo Park Mall. 123PM. Meet sleep away camps, traditional day camps, to specialty camps ranging from sports, adventure, travel, academic, art, robotics, performing arts, foreign language and more. RSVP @ njcampfairs.com for free gift at the fair. FREE. US Rte 1 and Parsonage Rd, Edison. njcampfairs.com
7 - 9 Creative Play at the Newark Museum. 10-11AM. 3-5 year-olds and their caregiv ers enjoy a special time before the Museum opens to the public. Family Gallery Programs at the Newark Museum - Multiples and Monoprints, Printmaking. 1PM-4PM. Theme: Printmaking bridges across time and culture. 973.596.6672 49 Washington Ave, Newark. 8,newarkmuseum.org15,22Rockin’Rocket Ride-Planetarium/ RVCC. 2-3PM. Put on your space suit and blast-off into outer space to visit the Moon, Sun, and planets. (ages 3-8)Reservations rec ommended. 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg. 908-231-8805. raritanval.edu/planetarium 9 Music & Movies in the Park. 7-10PM. FREE Turkey Brook Park. 30 Flanders Rd, Budd Lake. 973-426-7262. 9, 23 Summer Concerts at New Jersey Botani cal Garden. Bring a lawn chair; no alcohol permitted on state property. $5 donation requested. 2 Morris Rd, Ringwood. njbg.org
24 Autism NJ Transition Conference. 9AM-4PM. Tailored to the needs of individuals aged 14 and older as they transition to adulthood. conference@autismnj. org or 609.588.8200 x10013. Newark. 26 Oaks & Acorns - Mardi Gras at Reeves-Reed Arbo retum. 1-2PM. Register. Family Level membership is required.Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787. reeves-reedarboretum.org
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LET IT SHINE: THE AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT AT THE MONTCLAIR PUBLIC LIBRARY
For children in grades 3-12. Bright Star Theatre portrays events and heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. Students will learn about American milestones between the years 1955-1968. The Montgomery Bus Boycott, Brown v. Board of Education, Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. come to life through stories and song. 50 South Fullerton Ave, Montclair, montclairlibrary.org
THE GRAMMY MUSEUM EXPERIENCE PRUDENTIAL CENTER
Introduce and teach your children about Black History and its importance in our society. It is dedicated to the heritage and achievements of African Americans and people of African descent. The ASALH Black History theme for 2020 is “African Americans and the Vote”, which explores the ongoing struggle on the part of both black men and black women for the right to vote. Check dates and times for inspirational New Jersey area exhibits below.
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Legends of Motown: Celebrating The Supremeson display through Sun, Apr. 26, 2020, the exhibit features rare photographs from the personal collection of Mary Wilson; concert posters; tour books, fan memorabilia; and an assortment of performance gowns. Ongoing exhibit - experience touch-screen interactivity and one-of-a-kind film footage for Wyclef Jean, a 3 time Grammy Award winning artist and member of NJ trio, The Fugees. 165 Mulberry Street, Newark, grammymuseumexp.org
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Sun, Feb 9, 2020, 11AM-3PM FREE with Admission. Registration required. Honor the legacy of Black icons and build creative visions for the future. Take part in activities and witness great performances from contemporary talent. Hand-on family fun. 49 Washington St, Newark, NJ, 973.596.6550, newarkmuseumart
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