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February may be the shortest month of the year, but it has a long list of celebrations and special From Ground Hog’s Day 2/2, Valentine’s Day, Presidents Day 2/17, NJ Summer Camp Fairs 2/8,9,& 22, to Black History Month, 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 Morristown National Historical Park in Morristown, Wash ington’s 1779 winter encampment; or the Princeton Battlefield, site of a revo lutionary war battle. Go to Newark Museum to honor the legacy of Black icons 2/9. 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 Festivals, 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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ADVERTISE@NJKIDSONLINE.COM • 17 just add water. a fresh start It’s about momentum, forward movement, growth. While some resolutions are a might-do, swimming lessons are a must-do. Start the new year off right with swim lessons at Goldfish. Fresh perspectives, healthy habits, necessary skills. + LESSONS FOR KIDS 4 MONTHS - 12 YEARS + CONFIDENCE-BUILDING CURRICULUM + FLEXIBLE CLASS TIMES + SMALL CLASS SIZES CALL TODAY TO ENROLL! LIVINGSTON | 973.664.7946 | goldfishswimschool.com | performingsummer2020programsarts acting • dance • hip hop jazz • musical theater Register njpac.org/summertoday! or 973.353.7058 4.6x 3.6_color NJKidsontheGo_jan_FINAL_rev.indd 1 12/19/19 2:40 PM
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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 camps. Beautiful 25+ acres county facility adjacent to Loantaka Park.
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A PROGRAM Pierson Rd, Maplewood 973.327.2250 ptwonline.com Group: 10-18 - Exciting classes in voice, song interpretation, acting, stage makeup, Broadway dance & hip-hop taught by our most experienced teachers. Guest artists from TV commercials and Broadway; talent agency special visit, and fun trips to Six Flags Great Adventure. Final performance is held in NYC! Also a junior camp for students ages 5-9.
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 RIVERBEND 116 Hillcrest Rd., Wherecampriverbend.comWarren•908.580.CAMPtraditionmeetstomorrow,!AtCamp Riverbend your child can experience the most memorable summer 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
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International Ivy promotes creativity and hands-on learning for students in subjects like Robotics, Video Game Creation, Computer Programming, Science, Engineering,Math, Language Arts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and more. Dedicated to providing fun and stimulating experiences to fuel young people’s interests and exploration. Kids design video games, build robots, tinker with engineering of gadgets, conduct experiments and make films. Over 70 classes to choose from. Weekly sessions. half day (9AM-12:30PM or 1:30-5PM) or full day (9AM-5PM).
Montclair’s French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) offers an exciting new season of its popular French Summer Day Camps & Classes for ages 2-17. With an array of fun, stimulating classes, themed activi ties, special workshops, and field trips that draw on Montclair’s acclaimed cultural offerings, kids enhance their skills, discover new passions, and unleash their creativity—all en français!
Essex Youth Theater uses custom-written scripts that guarantee an equal role for every student. A fun and exciting theater experience that encourages confidence and nurtures self-esteem, One-week and two-week shows, 12 musicals and comedies to choose from. Start on Monday - Star in a play on Friday!
18 • FEBRUARY 2020 • NJKIDSONLINE.COM A SUMMER SHOWCASEBROADWAYANDTRAINING PROGRAM 1 Pierson Rd, Maplewood 973.327.2250 • ptwonline.com Age Group: 10-18 - Exciting classes in voice, song interpretation, acting, stage makeup, Broadway dance & hip-hop taught by our most experienced teachers. Guest artists from TV commercials and Broadway; talent agency special visit, and fun trips to Six Flags Great Adventure. Final performance is held in NYC! Also a junior camp for students ages 5-9. 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 RIVERBEND 116 Hillcrest Rd., Wherecampriverbend.comWarren•908.580.CAMPtraditionmeetstomorrow,!AtCamp Riverbend your child can experience the most memorable summer 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
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Essex Youth Theater uses custom-written scripts that guarantee an equal role for every student. A fun and exciting theater experience that encourages confidence and nurtures self-esteem, One-week and two-week shows, 12 musicals and comedies to choose from. Start on Monday - Star in a play on Friday!
International Ivy promotes creativity and hands-on learning for students in subjects like Robotics, Video Game Creation, Computer Programming, Science, Engineering,Math, Language Arts, Performing Arts, Visual Arts and more. Dedicated to providing fun and stimulating experiences to fuel young people’s interests and exploration. Kids design video games, build robots, tinker with engineering of gadgets, conduct experiments and make films. Over 70 classes to choose from. Weekly sessions. half day (9AM-12:30PM or 1:30-5PM) or full day (9AM-5PM).
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FRENCH INSTITUTE AND THE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE (FIAF) 7 N. Willow St -Suite #7, Montclair 973.783.0507 • fiaf.org/newjersey
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 camps. Beautiful 25+ acres county facility adjacent to Loantaka Park.
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HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP AT SEATON HACKNEY STABLES 440 South St, Morristown 973.644.3355 • seatonhackney.com
Locations: Oakland, Paramus, Hillsdale, Chatham, Livingston, Scotch Plains, Basking Ridge, Short Hills, Summit, Cherry Hill, Burlington, Somerset, Princeton iisummer.com • 908.899.1338 , 3-15 years
FRENCH INSTITUTE AND THE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE (FIAF) 7 N. Willow St -Suite #7, Montclair 973.783.0507 • fiaf.org/newjersey Montclair’s French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF) offers an exciting new season of its popular French Summer Day Camps & Classes for ages 2-17. With an array of fun, stimulating classes, themed activi ties, special workshops, and field trips that draw on Montclair’s acclaimed cultural offerings, kids enhance their skills, discover new passions, and unleash their creativity—all en français!
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Locations: Oakland, Paramus, Hillsdale, Chatham, Livingston, Scotch Plains, Basking Ridge, Short Hills, Summit, Cherry Hill, Burlington, Somerset, Princeton iisummer.com • 908.899.1338 , 3-15 years
Themed rock and roll camp for all abilities starting at age 6. Students are placed in bands that perform at the end of the week. Throughout the week students participate in instrument master classes and band rehearsals, as well as lessons in music theory.
SCHOOL OF ROCK MONTCLAIR SUMMER ROCK BOOT CAMP 125 Valley Rd, montclair.schoolofrock.comMontclair • 973.337.5296 Ages: 6 - 17 Themed rock and roll camp for all abilities starting at age 6. Students are placed in bands that perform at the end of the week. Throughout the week students participate in instrument master classes and band rehearsals, as well as lessons in music theory.
MUSICAL THEATRE CONSERVATORY SUMMER CAMP & SHOWCASE Livingston Location • Broadwaymusicaltheatreconservatory.com973.868.6259BootCamp-July6-25! Exciting classes in Singing, Dancing, Comedy, T.V. Acting, Make-up,Hip Hop, Stage Combat, Audition/College Prep and more! Meet Agents and study with Guest
SPRING LAKE DAY CAMP Conklintown Rd, Ringwood sldc.com • 973.831.9000 Swim, Sports, Arts, Adventure!
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SPRING LAKE DAY CAMP Conklintown Rd, Ringwood sldc.com • 973.831.9000 Swim, Sports, Arts, Adventure!
Celebrating 32 years in business, Spring Lake Day Camp of Ringwood has been providing a well-rounded program, including daily swim instruction, general swim, catered hot lunches, professional sports, arts, and adventure programs for more than two decades. Its age-appropriate program focuses on campers’ individual needs and helps them form life-long friendships, skills and memories.
STEPPING FORWARD COUNSELING CTR CAMP Chatham and Nutley, toforprogram,SFCCsteppingforwardcounselingcenter.com973.635.6550C.A.M.P-Clinicallyadvancedmulti-modalityTherapeuticSportsandSocialSkillschildrenandyoungadultsages0-21withmildmoderatelearning,emotional,andbehavioral difficulties. Enjoy activities: Therapeutic Horseback Riding, Swimming, Yoga, Drama, Academic Programs, Arts & Crafts, Camp Out, Color War, Field Trips, Kayaking/Sailing, Rock Climbing, all while learn skills and making friends that will last a life time. 3-1 ratio, led by Ph.D., LCSWs, teaching and other licensed professionals. Day & Sleep Away.
STEPPING FORWARD COUNSELING CTR CAMP Chatham and Nutley, toforprogram,SFCCsteppingforwardcounselingcenter.com973.635.6550C.A.M.P-Clinicallyadvancedmulti-modalityTherapeuticSportsandSocialSkillschildrenandyoungadultsages0-21withmildmoderatelearning,emotional,andbehavioral difficulties. Enjoy activities: Therapeutic Horseback Riding, Swimming, Yoga, Drama, Academic Programs, Arts & Crafts, Camp Out, Color War, Field Trips, Kayaking/Sailing, Rock Climbing, all while learn skills and making friends that will last a life time. 3-1 ratio, led by Ph.D., LCSWs, teaching and other licensed professionals. Day & Sleep Away.
SUMMER PLUS Morris School District Community School Frelinghuysen Middle School, Morris Township 973.292.2063 • msdcommunityschool.org
An enriching Summer environment for students in grades K through 7, featuring courses in the arts, reading and writing, math, technology, drama, music,cooking, swimming, sports, photography and more! Full time student enjoy an 8-period day follow ing a schedule based on their preferences! Shorter sessions are available and before and after care hours too!
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SUMMER PLUS Morris School District Community School Frelinghuysen Middle School, Morris Township 973.292.2063 • msdcommunityschool.org
An enriching Summer environment for students in grades K through 7, featuring courses in the arts, reading and writing, math, technology, drama, music,cooking, swimming, sports, photography and more! Full time student enjoy an 8-period day follow ing a schedule based on their preferences! Shorter sessions are available and before and after care hours too!
MORRISTOWN BEARD DAY CAMP Whippany Road, Morristown 973.532.7569 Day Camp, a state-licensed facility and ACA accredited camp program, is designed to help children develop skills in sports, arts and crafts, dance, swimming and science. Our counselors work to promote good sportsmanship and self-confidence. Our daily schedule is comprised of structured periods, with a flexible schedule on special events days. Artists TV, Film
ADVERTISE@NJKIDSONLINE.COM • 19 NJ SUMMER CAMPS 2020 MLC STEM CAMPS 73 South Fullerton Ave, Montclair mlcplus.com • 973.744.7464 Our Little Engineers Summer Camp exposes 3-5 years old to different areas of STEM through fun,hands-on and engaging activities developing their creativity, curiosity, problem-solving, critical thinking, commu nications, and teamwork skills. Our explorations will often take us outside. Topics explored include robots, space, dinosaurs, engineering, science and more. Our STEM+ Summer Camp develop STEM skills through fun and engaging activities. Classes offered include: chess, coding, robotics, engineering, 3D design & printing, digital arts, 3D video game maker, Minecraft Mania, waterbotics, and more.Girls-Only STEM+ Sum mer Camp for students in grades K-5 and grades 6 and up. Camp dates are June 8-August 28, 9am-3pm (full day). Before and after care available. MORRISTOWN BEARD DAY CAMP 70 Whippany Road, Morristown summer.mbs.net • 973.532.7569 Morristown-Beard Day Camp, a state-licensed facility and ACA accredited camp program, is designed to help children develop skills in sports, arts and crafts, dance, swimming and science. Our counselors work to promote good sportsmanship and self-confidence. Our daily schedule is comprised of structured periods, with a flexible schedule on special events days. MUSICAL THEATRE CONSERVATORY SUMMER CAMP & SHOWCASE Livingston Location • Broadwaymusicaltheatreconservatory.com973.868.6259BootCamp-July6-25! Exciting classes in Singing, Dancing, Comedy, T.V. Acting, Make-up,Hip Hop, Stage Combat, Audition/College Prep and more! Meet Agents and study with Guest Artists from TV, Film & B’way! Final shows in NJ and NYC! Pool Parties too! Ages 7 - 18, Beg-Adv Levels. 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!
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Celebrating 32 years in business, Spring Lake Day Camp of Ringwood has been providing a well-rounded program, including daily swim instruction, general swim, catered hot lunches, professional sports, arts, and adventure programs for more than two decades. Its age-appropriate program focuses on campers’ individual needs and helps them form life-long friendships, skills and memories.
MLC STEM CAMPS 73 South Fullerton Ave, Montclair mlcplus.com • 973.744.7464 Our Little Engineers Summer Camp exposes 3-5 years old to different areas of STEM through fun,hands-on and engaging activities developing their creativity, curiosity, problem-solving, critical thinking, commu nications, and teamwork skills. Our explorations will often take us outside. Topics explored include robots, space, dinosaurs, engineering, science and more. Our STEM+ Summer Camp develop STEM skills through fun and engaging activities. Classes offered include: chess, coding, robotics, engineering, 3D design & printing, digital arts, 3D video game maker, Minecraft Mania, waterbotics, and more.Girls-Only STEM+ Sum mer Camp for students in grades K-5 and grades 6 and up. Camp dates are June 8-August 28, 9am-3pm (full day). Before and after care available.
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& B’way! Final shows in NJ and NYC! Pool Parties too! Ages 7 - 18, Beg-Adv Levels. 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!
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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. Register in 2 week sessions.
SUNBURST GYMNASTICS CAMP 565 Rahway Ave, Union 908.810.1300 www.sunburstnj.com
SURF AND TURF ADVENTURE CAMP & SURF AND TURF JR. Edgemont Park, “Wesurfandturfcamp.comMontclair•973.306.9505areadaycampaswellasovernight. Our day camp is based in Edgemont Park, Montclair, for boys and girls ages 9-15. Kids aged 9-11 may join as Surf and Turf Juniors with extra care and supervision! Counselors arrive at 8am every morning and we hop a bus at 8:45 and hike, bike, swim, tour, and boat everywhere at an adventurous speed. We are guided by the best teachers found in Montclair! We also have certified lifeguards, EMT’s, and First Aid Trained leaders. Our overnight camp tours a couple of far away places each year. This year we will go to Seattle/ San Juan Islands and The White Mountains of New Hampshire.”
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Register for CAMP 2020! Equestrian Summer Camp | Year-Round FlexCamp Riding Lessons – Clinics and Training | Petite Equestrian Program 3y0-6yo | Trail Rides | IEA Team Equisharing – Leasing – Boarding | Volunteer-For-Barn-Bucks Program HACKNEYSEATON—STABLES— Who loves horses? Watch this inspiring video and see what you too could achieve: www.seatonhackney.com SUMMER REGISTRATIONCAMPNOW OPEN: Register before March 15th for a 10% Early Bird Discount and a Free Riding Lesson Weekly Sessions June 29 to August 14, 2020 Sign up today! View our complete camp offerings and enroll online at summer.mbs.net or call 973-532-7569 Morrisotwn-Beard School • 70 Whippany Road • Morristown, NJ 07960 • www.mbs.net
8 NJ CAMP FAIRS - held at Village of Ridgewood. 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 to the community. 131 North Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ (next to Ridgewood Library) Njcampfairs.com
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8 Full Moon Hike at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. 6-7PM. Join us for a walk in the woods under the moonlight. On our easy stroll through the woodland trails, we will talk about how our senses work differently at night. Register. 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787. reeves-reedarboretum.org
8 Drum Tao: 2020 at njpac. 3-5PM. The power percus sionists of DRUM TAO combine athleticism and art istry, lending a contemporary flair to ancient Japanese drumming, backed by the mesmerizing accompani ment of Japanese flutes and harps.DRUM TAO s pulse-pounding performances blend highly physical, large-scale drumming with precision choreography, beautiful costuming, and dramatic, innovative stage design. In 2016, DRUM TAO took New York by storm with a successful off-Broadway run. Now, it s traveled to 26 countries and performed for 8 million spectators. A second performance at 7:30. 1 Center St, Newark.
8 Chocolate Family Fun Day at the Morris Museum. 11AM-4PM. Join us for a sweet adventure by partici pating in chocolate inspired activities, Touch the Music with Claudia Lemmerz, and a special performance of Mystery and History of Magic in the Bickford Theatre. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973-971-3700.
9 The Joy of Backyard Bird Feeding. 1-3PM. ReevesReed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. reevesreedarboretum.org
8 mr. RAY at State Theatre New Jersey. 10AM-12PM.
9 Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert Featuring New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. State Theatre New Jersey, Livingston Ave, New Brunswick. 732-2467469.
8 Mystery and History of Magic at the Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum. 11AM-2PM. Performances at 11:00AM and 1:30PM. Bickford Theatre at Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973.971.3706.
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7 Super Pet Expo at the New Jersey Convention Center, Edison. 3-8PM. At the fun three day event kids and their dogs can participate in dog features, hold some of hundreds of reptiles and amphibians, watch cats demonstrate how trainable they can be. Pets welcome; leashed pets admitted free. [No retractable leashes]. 97 Sunfield Ave, Edison. 301-564-4050. superpetexpo.com
8 Valentines Day Card Making Workshop at The Eclec tic Chic Boutique. 2-4PM. 547 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair. 862-221-0644.
9 NJ CAMP FAIRS - held at Montclair Art Museum. 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 to the community. njcampfairs. com. 3 South Mountain Ave, Montclair.
8 Early Morning Opening & Sensory-Friendly at Intrepid Museum. Pier 86, W 46th St, NYC. intrepidmuseum.
2, 9, 22 Spring Lake Day Camp of Ringwood -Open House. 10-1PM. Please call to RSVP. Swim, Sports, Arts, Adventure! Celebrating 32 years in business, Spring Lake Day Camp has been providing a wellrounded program, including daily swim instruction, general swim, catered hot lunches, professional sports, arts, and adventure programs for more than two decades. Age-appropriate program focuses on campers’ individual needs and helps them form life-long friendships, skills and memories. It’s a day camp with the look of an overnight camp. All tours are by Appointment only 973-831-9000 , 973-831-9000. springlakedaycamp.com
7 Be My Valentine: Parents’ Survival Night at Little Gym Montclair. 7-9PM. Enjoy your evening and drop the kids off for some fun! Theme: Be My Valentine. For kids ages 4 - 9 years old. Kids have fun in the gym, pizza and LEGOS! 1 Greenwood Ave, Ste 3, Montclair. 973.744.1002. thelittlegym.com
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 2 - middle school.mRSVP here: hwis.org/apps/form/ tour-stirling. 249 Bebout Ave, Stirling. hwis.org
9 Second Sundays - 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. Take part in activities
12 Books on the move and Jazz in the stacks. 4-6PM.
10 2019 Essex County Summer Music Concert Series 4 to 9 p.m., Essex County Ivy Hill Park, Newark: International Food and Music Festival 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, 10Edison.Montclair Jazz Festival. 12-9PM. Featuring more than 30 musical acts. Nishuane Park 1400 Main Ave, Montclair. 10 Chester Music Festival FREE. CHESTER MUSIC FESTIVAL. 11am-5pm. FREE. Bring your lawn chairs and shades! Downtown Chester. 10 - 11 Totally Tomatoes Weekend at New York Bo tanical Garden. 2900 Southern Boulevard Bronx, 11 2019 Essex County Summer Music Concert Se ries, 12 to 7 p.m., Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park, Orange: Rayfield Morton’s Talent “Gong Show” 12 Sensory Hours at Sky Zone in Pine Brook. 4-6PM. 60 Chapin Rd, Pine Brook. 973-396-4001. 14 NMBFF Film Festival at the Newark Museum. 1-3PM. Youth Film Festival Series, WednesdaysAd
Join NJPAC Teaching Artist Wincey Terry for a free reading of Nighttime Symphony. The first 25 families to RSVP will receive a FREE copy of the book! 5 Washington Street, Newark. njpac.org/event/bookson-the-move
14 Valentine Dinner Show by The Jersey Four at iPlay America. 6-9PM. 110 Schanck Rd, Freehold.
17 Harlem Globetrotters- featuring larger than life enter tainers, will bring their ALL-NEW show. 4 Pennsylva nia Plaza, NYC. msg.com
17 2019 Essex County Summer Music Concert Series 12 p.m., Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park, Orange: House Music Festival*
7 - 9 Creative Play at the Newark Museum. 1011AM. 3-5 year-olds and their caregivers enjoy a special time before the Museum opens to the public. Theme: Printmaking bridges across time and culture. Come and discover the fun of printmaking! 973.596.6672 49 Washington Ave, 7 - 9 Family Gallery Programs at the Newark Mu seum - Multiples and Monoprints, Printmaking. 1PM4PM. Printmaking bridges time and culture. Come and discover the fun of printmaking! 49 Washington Ave, Newark. 973.596.6672.
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. 23oakknoll.org/summer-programs-open-houseInternationalPolarBearDayFestivalatAmericanMuseumofNaturalHistory.200CentralParkW,NYC.
29 Hip Hop Family Festival FREE! @ njpac. 12-2PM. Join us for a Hip Hop Festival for the whole family to learn to make moves, music and art by DJ ing, beat making, poetry/rap, graffiti art and dance! 1 Center St, Newark. njpac.org
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. Coordinating outfits are encouraged! 1422 Morris Ave, Union.
9, 23 Summer Concerts at New Jersey Botanical Gar den. Another great lineup this year! Join us on Friday nights at 6:30 pm on the Concert Lawn (concerts moved indoors in inclement weather). Bring a lawn chair; no alcohol permitted on state property. $5 donation requested. 2 Morris Rd, Ringwood. njbg.
9 Dinosaur World Live at bergenPAC. 30 North Van Brunt St, Englewood. bergenpac.org
15 Kids Night out at Sunburst Gymnastics. 5-9PM. 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 Books on the move and jazz in the stacks. 1-3PM. Join NJPAC Teaching Artist Wincey Terry for a free reading of Nighttime Symphony The first 25 families to RSVP will receive a FREE copy of the book! 30 Clinton Rd, West Caldwell.
17 Presidents Day Camp: Jewelry Making Basics at The Eclectic Chic Boutique. 9AM-12PM. Kids will get to make their own handmade jewelry - necklaces, bracelets, keychains, and more using colorful beads and charms. For ages 6-10. Register. Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair. 862-221-0644.
9 2019 Essex County Summer Music Concert Series 7 p.m., Essex County Eagle Rock Reservation, West Orange: Julian & Dominique
16 Nocturnal Neighbors at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Come explore beyond the gates of the Reeves-Reed Arboretum and learn about some of the nocturnal animals that live both near and far. Each Nocturnal Neighbors session will focus on a different animal and includes a hike, fun activities, and a story with s mores by the campfire! Ages 5 and up. Registra tion is required; be sure to reserve your spot early since these programs fill up fast! Members free; non-members $10/person. 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787. reeves-reedarboretum.org
20 Access-ABILITY Art Exhibition Opening Reception at the Morris Museum. 6-8PM. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973.971.3700. morrismuseum.org/access22ability-programs/OakKnollSummer
15 - 22 Kids Week at Intrepid Museum. Join us all week long for live animal shows, pop-up planetarium shows, maker spaces, live performances and so much more!
14 - 17, 20-23 Sesame Street Live at the Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden.
mission: FREE. Annie. 49 Washington Ave, Newark. Newark 973.596.6672. newarkmuseum.org 14 - 16 Family Gallery Programs at the Newark Museum - Our Cultural Community!. 1-4PM. Come and discover the different aspects of our commu nity! 49 Washington Ave, Newark. 973.596.6672. 14 - 16 Creative Play at the Newark Museum - Com munity. 10-11AM. Three- to five-year-olds and their caregivers enjoy a special time before the Museum opens to the public. Theme: Our communities are diverse! 973.596.6672. 49 Washington Ave, Newark. 973.596.6672. 16 Free Friday at Intrepid Museum. 5-9PM. Explore the Museum and enjoy a variety of free after-hours programming including lively conversations, exciting performances, telescopes for viewing the night sky and movie nights on the flight deck! Pier 86, W 46th St, NYC. intrepidmuseum.org 16 Bike Right - learn to ride. 10AM-12PM. For ages 5 and older. Please bring a helmet and a bike (without training wheels) in good working order. In the event of rain, this program will be rescheduled. Meet in Garibaldi Hall. Advanced registration and minimum number of participants are required; call 973.228.8776. Fee: $10 per child 621B Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland. 973.228.8776.
10 2019 Essex County Summer Music Concert Series 12 to 8 p.m., Essex County Monte Irvin Orange Park, Orange: Caribbean Festival
23 The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Fa vourites at SOPAC. 2-3PM. For Ages: 4-8. 1 SOPAC Way, South Orange. 973-313-2787. 24 Autism NJ Transition Conference. 9AM-4PM. Tailored to the needs of individuals aged 14+ as they transition to adulthood. Presentations and 60 exhibitors will focus on legal, instructional, and service issues. conference@autismnj.org or 609.588.8200 x10013. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport, Frontage Rd, Newark. 28 Masters of Illusion at State Theatre New Jersey. Grand illusions, levitation, escapologists, comedy magic, sleight of hand, and more! State Theatre New Jersey, Livingston Ave, New Brunswick. 732-2467469.
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 and witness great performances from contemporary talent. www.newarkmuseumart.org
17 - 21 Spring Lake Day Camp of Ringwood OPEN HOUSE -President’s Week. 10AM-3PM. Swim, Sports, Arts, Adventure! Celebrating 32 years in business, Spring Lake Day Camp has been providing a well-rounded program, including daily swim instruction, general swim, catered hot lunches, professional sports, arts, and adventure programs for more than two decades. It’s a day camp with the look of an overnight camp. Please call to RSVP. All tours are by appointment only. www.sldc.com. 973-831-9000. 234 Conklintown Road, Ringwood.
ADVERTISE@NJKIDSONLINE.COM • 23 NJ Kids is not responsible for any misprints. Please check for times and dates as they may change. of Events retum. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and picnic baskets for the closing performance. 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787.
10-11 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. 7-9PM. Epic two-night event filled with hun dreds of dogs from across the country competing in categories. Madison Square Garden, NYC. msg.com
15 Dinosaur World Live at State Theatre New Jersey. 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick. stnj.org/event/ dinosaur-world-live
Children of all ages and interests will learn more about STEAM through activities and demonstrations designed to educate and inspire. Pier 86, W 46th St, NYC. intrepidmuseum.org
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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
PRESIDENTS DAY WEEKEND Sat-Mon, Feb 15-17, 2020 (FREE Admission Mon Feb Wonderful17th)
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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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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 enjoy outdoor winter fun. President trivia: Name the four presidents on the face of Mount George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln.
NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER
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
Opening Feb 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! Exhibit 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
PRESIDENTS DAY VACATION WORKSHOP AT THE MORRIS MUSEUM
WILD KRATTS CREATURE POWER! AT LIBERTY SCIENCE CENTER
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THE STATUE CRUISES EXPERIENCE Daily, Mon-Sun 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
ADVERTISE@NJKIDSONLINE.COM • 25 ............................Sign up for our enewsletters to stay “in the know”! There’s so much to share!!! ............. JACK FROST BIG BOULDER 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 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, 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
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
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
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.
Mon, Feb 17, 2020, 11AM-1PM 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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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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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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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
RADICAL WOMEN EXHIBITION AT THE NEWARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
BLACK FUTURE AT NEWARK MUSEUM
Through Dec 31, 2020 This exhibition commemorates the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which legally granted American women the right to vote. Learn about courageous New Jersey women who decided to challenge the restrictions and fought for their rights. 5 Washington Street, Newark, npl Got TO DO...
SECOND SUNDAYS - BLACK HISTORY X
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
LET IT SHINE: THE AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT AT THE MONTCLAIR PUBLIC
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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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Summer Camp Fairs FEBRUARY 2020 THE AREA’S BIGGEST FAIRS ... don’t miss! ...CONNECTING GREAT KIDS WITH GREAT CAMPS find a great variety of camps, meet camp directors... pick up materials...ask questions...pickup giveaways & raffles...bring the kids Open to families! EXPLORE ALL SORTS OF SUMMER CAMPS FROM DAY, SLEEPAWAY, ART, ACADEMIC, STEM, SPORTS, ADVENTURE ...For kids ages 3 - 17 RSVP @ www.njcampfairs.com and get a free gift at the fair SAT, FEBRUARY 8 VILLAGE OF RIDGEWOOD, ridgewood SUN, FEBRUARY 9 MONTCLAIR ART MUSEUM, montclair SAT, FEBRUARY 22 MENLO PARK MALL, edison admission!FREE12-3PM VisitcampsDifferentateachfairthenall!
