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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, Washington’s 1779 winter encampment; or the Princeton Battlefield, site of a revolutionary war battle. Go to Newark Museum to honor the legacy of Black icons on 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 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! this PO Box 542, NJ 07068.

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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, 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.

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8 Chocolate Family Fun Day at the Morris Museum. 11AM-4PM. Join us for a sweet adventure by participating in chocolate inspired activities, Touch the Music with Claudia Lemmerz, and a special performance of Mystery and History of Magic in the Bickford Theatre.

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8 Mystery and History of Magic at the Bickford Theatre at the Morris Museum. 11AM-2PM. Performances at 11:00AM and 1:30PM. This fast-paced and fun magic show introduces heroes of the world of magic and demonstrates their famous illusions. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973.971.3706.

8 Early Morning Opening & Sensory-Friendly at Intrepid Museum. Pier 86, W 46th St, NYC. intrepidmuseum.

7 Moon Mouse at RVCC Theatre. 10-11AM. Epic glowin-the-dark adventure about celebrating differences. 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg. 908-725-3420. rvccarts.org

9 Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert Featuring New Jersey Symphony Orchestra. State Theatre New Jersey, Livingston Ave, New Brunswick. 732-2467469.

February Calendar Log onto www.njkidsonline.com for a full calendar listing. Got fun events? Submit them to web@njkidsonline.com. 18 • FEBRUARY 2020 • NJKIDSONLINE.COM 1, 8, 15, 22 Laser Magic at RVCC Planetarium. 4PM. Laser Magic Features songs by a variety of artists including songs like We Are All Made of Stars by Moby, We Will Rock You by Queen, Best Day Of My Life by American Authors, and Let It Go by Idina Menzel.(ages 6-12) Reservations recommended. 118 Lamington Rd, Branchburg. 908-231-8805. raritanval.

9 The Joy of Backyard Bird Feeding. 1-3PM. Attracting birds is a great way to bring nature up close and into your backyard. Up to 32 different species of native birds to a backyard, bird feeding will provide hours of entertainment for everyone in the family. ReevesReed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit.

2,edu/planetarium9,22SpringLake 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. 4,springlakedaycamp.8Read&Explore:Animal

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. Afterwards, we’ll warm up with hot chocolate! Please note that cost is per person. Registration is required.

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

Member Price: FREE Non-Member Price: $5.00 Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787. reeves-reedarboretum.org

DRUM TAO s pulse-pounding performances blend highly physical, large-scale drumming with precision choreography, beautiful costuming, and dramatic, innovative stage design. 2nd performance at 7:30. 1 Center St, Newark.

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.

9 NJ CAMP FAIRS - held at Montclair Art Museum. 123PM. NJ Camp Fair 2020 is back! Meet sleep away camps, traditional day camps, to specialty camps ranging from sports, adventure, travel, academic, art, robotics, performing arts, foreign language and more.

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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

8 Drum Tao: 2020 at njpac. 3-5PM. The power percussionists of DRUM TAO combine athleticism and artistry, lending a contemporary flair to ancient Japanese drumming, backed by the mesmerizing accompaniment of Japanese flutes and harps.

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 and witness great performances from contemporary talent. www.newarkmuseumart.org

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

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, Bridgewater 14 - 17, 20-23 Sesame Street Live at the Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden.

18 Family Woodland Hike at New Jersey Botanical Garden. 1-2PM. \Free. New Jersey Botanical Garden, Morris Rd, Ringwood. 973962-9534. njbg.org

17908-722-3700.HarlemGlobetrotters- featuring larger than life enter tainers, will bring their ALL-NEW show. 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, NYC. msg.com

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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! 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

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.

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.

• 19 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. ssbjcc.org

15 Sugar Maple Celebration at Duke Farms. 10AM3PM. Activities focused on tree identification, climate change, the history of maple sugaring, and learn about the entire maple sugaring process Register. 1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough Township.

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

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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 wellrounded 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. All tours are by appointment only. www.sldc.com. 973-831-9000. 234 Conklintown Road, 17Ringwood.President’s Day Camp at My Gym New Providence. 12-3PM. 1330 Springfield Ave, New Providence. 17908-665-2122.PhyllisChen Workshop at the Morris Museum. 1-2PM. Participants will draw on scrolls that composer and keyboardist Phyllis Chen will expertly punch into miniature compositions. Register. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973.971.3706. 20 Access-ABILITY Art Exhibition Opening Reception at the Morris Museum. 6-8PM. Please join us for an opening reception of a visual art exhibition that showcases the talents of children and adults in our community who live and thrive with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities. FREE. Light refreshments are included. 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown. 973.971.3700. morrismuseum.org/access22ability-programs/Who’sBeenHere? at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. 1011AM. Join one of our environmental educators and take to the trails in search of animal signs! Investigate and track the animals that visit the Arboretum in the winter. Register. Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit. 908-273-8787. reeves-reedarboretum. 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 pre schoolers all the way through high school. Free and open to the public. 44 Blackburn Road, Summit. info. 292923oakknoll.org/summer-programs-open-houseInternationalPolarBearDayFestivalatAmericanMuseumofNaturalHistory.200CentralParkW,NYC.CampRiverbendOPENHOUSE.ASummerDayCampfor3-14yearolds!ComesampleCampRiverbend’sawesomesummeractivitiesthiswinter!FunRiverbendactivitiesforkidsandparents,runbyouramazingcounselors.Takeatourofthecampsitewithourdirectors.Free!RSVP@campriverbend.comor908-580-CAMP.WestmontMontessoriFamilyOpenHouse.Choosingacampforthissummer?Wewelcomeyoutoscheduleavisitat10am,oratakeapersonaltour.577Route24,Mendham.westmontmontessori.orgadmissions@westmontmontessori.org

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. 10 - 11 Totally Tomatoes Weekend at New York Botanical Garden. Bronx, NY. nybg.org

6 National Night Out at Mennen Sports Arena. FREE food, FREE entertainment, FREE ice skating, and giveaways! 161 Hanover Ave, Morristown. 973-326-7654.

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

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.

15 Dinosaur World Live at State Theatre New Jersey. Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dino saur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family! Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a prehistoric world of astonishing (and remarkably life like) dinosaurs. 15 Livingston Ave, New Brunswick.

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

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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.

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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.

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Scientist Academy: 2nd - 6th graders will become vets, herpetologists, ornithologists, entomologists, and mam malogists. Creatures of the Night: 2nd-6th graders will study nocturnal animals when they’re most active.

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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

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 draw ing, 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.

Dedicated to providing fun and intellectually-stimulating experiences to fuel young people’s interests and creativity. 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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Ages: 3-18 years SOR Chatham provides interactive, performancebased 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 Dates from late June-August. Call or email us for current promotions! 6/29-8/28

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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’ indi vidual needs and helps them form life-long friendships, skills and memories.

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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! 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! 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 WESTMONTHampshire.”MONTESSORI SUMMER CAMP 577 Rt. 24, westmontmontessori.orgMendham • 908.879.6355 Explore Westmont this summer and continue the wonders of learning with a Montessori individualized curriculum and exciting themed activities. For children ages 1 ½ to 6 years.

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follow ing a schedule based on their preferences! Shorter sessions are available and before and after care hours! 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! 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 WESTMONTHampshire.”MONTESSORI SUMMER CAMP 577 Rt. 24, westmontmontessori.orgMendham • 908.879.6355 Explore Westmont this summer and continue the wonders of learning with a Montessori individualized curriculum and exciting themed activities. For children ages 1 ½ to 6 years. NJ SUMMER CAMPS 2020 Award winning robotics program for grades 4-12. Build, program, and even compete in exciting games with robots of your design. Bring math, science, and engineering together to solve problems. Robotics brings STEM to life. SCHOOL OF ROCK CHATHAM MUSIC CAMPS 60 Main St, locations.schoolofrock.com/chathamChatham • 973.635.2100 Ages: 3-18 years SOR Chatham provides interactive, performancebased music education for kids 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

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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 camper ratio of 4:1. Train for our IEA Show Team. Flexible, early drop off and late pickup available. Beautiful 25+ acres county facility adjacent to Loantaka Park. OF ROCK CHATHAM 3-18 years Chatham provides interactive, performancebased music education for kids all ages! Come get a taste of rock this summer with our 4- or 5-day sessions for every level. 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.

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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

BookOngoingyour "Design Your Own Jewelry Workshop". Create jewelry that is uniquely your own! Create a special necklace or bracelet using a wide selection 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, themessy artist.com

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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.

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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 FROM

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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

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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.

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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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

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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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