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June 30, 2010

stacey gill — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:48:19 +0000

Wednesday, June 30

Bilingual Storytime at the Bloomfield Library

Who: Bilingual families.

What: A family storytime in both Spanish and English.

Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200.

When: Wednesday, June 30 at 7:00 p.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required.

Clearview Cinema Summer Kids’ Club

Who: Movie fans of G and PG films.

What: Free family movies played every Wednesday and Thursday morning.

Where: Local Clearview Cinemas:

Clifton Allwood Cinema 6, 96 Market Street, Clifton, NJ. 973.788.9774.

Caldwell Cinema, 317 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ. 973.226.9059.

When: Wednesdays and Thursdays thru August 19 at 10:30 am.

Cost: Free. Seating is based on availability – first come, first served.

Family Night

Who: All ages.

What: Have a family night out at the zoo. Reduced admission, dinner specials and more All the animals will be out to greet you.

Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey, 07052.

When: Wednesday, June 30 from 5 pm – 8 pm.

Cost: Reduced admission.

Frog Pond Soup at the Library

Who: Ages 4 to 8.

What: Essex County Environmental Center comes to the Library to discuss what ingredients make a pond special. Try your ear at recognizing the peeps, quacks, chirps and trills that come from a pond habitat. Then create your own pond creature craft to take home.

Where: The Montclair Public Library , 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042.

When: Wednesday, June 30 at 3:00 p.m.

Cost: Free. To register call 973-744-0500 ext. 2236.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Wednesday, June 30 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

Wednesday Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Who: Young children and their parents or guardians.

What: Get ready to laugh, sing, and dance during Wednesday Storytime at Barnes and Noble. Join the excitement while enjoying a fun-filled reading of favorite children’s books.

Where: Barnes and Noble in Clifton Commons, 395 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.

When: Wednesday, June 30 at 11 am.

Cost: Free. No registration required. Call 973.779.5500 for more information.

Sewing Workshops with Crafty Katie

Who: Children ages 3 and up.

What: Children learn to sew with Crafty Katie. They will learn to make fun and unique crafts using colorful, easy-to-use sewing machines. Crafty Katie teaches sewing in a patient, encouraging manner allowing children to take breaks when they get too frustrated or overwhelmed.

Where: It’s Sew Crafty, 1860 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in June. Click here for a full schedule of classes.

Cost: $75 workshop fee. Call 973.327.4488 or email for more information.

The LEGO Store Grand Opening Celebration in NYC

Who: Everyone of all ages.

What: Celebrate the grand opening of the new flagship LEGO Store in Rockefeller Center by helping LEGO Master Model Builders build a giant 15-foot apple out of LEGO bricks! Be one of the first 500 customers to spend $35 in the LEGO Store and receive a limited edition LEGO New York Apple t-shirt (available in children sizes only). This is an outdoor event held rain or shine.

Where: The LEGO Store, Rockefeller Center, 620 Fifth Avenue, NYC, NY.

When: Wednesday, June 30 at 8 am – 6 pm.

Cost: Free.

June 29, 2010

stacey gill — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 22:26:28 +0000

Tuesday, June 29

Rock-N-Roll Geology Club

Who: Ages 7-12.

What: On-going monthly geology class with different themes and projects each session. This month search the grounds for the perfect rock to paint a picture on. The painted rocks can be used in a garden, in a pot with plants or as a paperweight.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Tuesday, June 29 from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Cost: Cost is $6 per child per session (additional material fees may apply). Advanced registration and payment required. Call 973-228-8776.

Baby Storytime at the Bloomfield Library

Who: Babies up to 2 years old.

What: Story time for little ones and their care giver. No craft.

Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200 ext. 212.

When: Tuesday, June 29 at 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required.

Bedtime Family Storytime at the Bloomfield Library

Who: Sleepy children.

What: A nighttime family storytime.

Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200.

When: Tuesday, June 29 at 7:00 p.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required.

Madison Square Kids Free Concert Series – Hot Peas ‘N Butter
Who: Parents with young children.
What: Madison Square Kids is a free summer entertainment series for children on the Oval Lawn in historic Madison Square Park.
Where: Madison Square Park’s Oval Lawn, Madison Avenue and 25th Street, NY, NY.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 15 – August 12 at 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

Terrific Tuesdays: Magic Show at the Library

Who: Ages 3 and up.

What: Magician Mark Wurst presents The Magical H2O Show that teaches where rain comes from, how much water is in our bodies and why it’s important to conserve our water all done through comedy and magic routines.

Where: The Montclair Public Library , 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.

When: Tuesday, June 29 at 12:00 p.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Tuesday, June 29 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

AMC Summer Movie Camp – Monsters vs. Aliens

Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.

What: Kids’ movies played every Tuesday morning.

Where: Local AMC Theaters:

Clifton Commons, 405 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.

Wayne 14, 67 Willowbrook Blvd., Wayne, NJ.

When: Tuesdays, from June 15 – August 10 at 10 a.m.

Cost: $1. All admission proceeds will benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity and The Will Rogers Institute.

The LEGO Store Grand Opening Celebration in NYC

Who: Everyone of all ages.

What: Celebrate the grand opening of the new flagship LEGO Store in Rockefeller Center by helping LEGO Master Model Builders build a giant 15-foot apple out of LEGO bricks! Be one of the first 500 customers to spend $35 in the LEGO Store and receive a limited edition LEGO I Love New York t-shirt (available in children sizes only). This is an outdoor event held rain or shine.

Where: The LEGO Store, Rockefeller Center, 620 Fifth Avenue, NYC, NY.

When: Tuesday, June 29 at 8 am – 6 pm.

Cost: Free.

June 28, 2010

stacey gill — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 12:00:30 +0000

Monday, June 28

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Monday, June 28 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973.450.1073.

Little Explorers Nature Program

Who: Ages 3 1/2 to 5.

What: A child-caregiver class that uses stories, walks and crafts to develop an awareness and appreciation of science and nature for the child as well as the caregiver. Each week, a different nature or science topic is covered.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Mondays, June 28, July 12 and 26, and August 9 and 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Cost is $6 per child per session (additional material fees may apply). Advanced registration and payment required. Call 973.228.8776.

Teen Art Classes at the Montclair Art Museum
Who: Ages 12 – 15.

What: A two-week course on drawing in which students will learn the fundamentals of line, value, form, and composition. Lead by Julie Healy.

Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Monday, June 28 thru Friday, July 9 from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm.

Cost: $340 members, $370 non-members. For more information and to register click here.

Sewing Workshops with Crafty Katie

Who: Children ages 3 and up.

Where: It’s Sew Crafty, 1860 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in June. Click here for a full schedule of classes.

Cost: $75 workshop fee. Call 973.327.4488 or email for more information.

Summer Reading Club
Who: Kids ages 3 – 11.
What: Join the club and read all summer long. Stop by the main desk to pick up your reading log, fill in the tiles of the books you’ve read, bring in a section of the log once it’s completed and receive a prize (six in all). All participants will be entered in a drawing for Grand Prizes at the Grand Finale on August 25th.
Where: Verona Public Library, 17 Gould Street, Verona, NJ.
When: Monday, June 28 thru Wednesday, August 25.
Cost: Free.

June 27, 2010

Georgette Gilmore — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 17:18:42 +0000

Sunday, June 27

Bakugan Battle and more!
Who: Bakugan fans of all ages.

What: Learn how to battle with your Bakugan. Bring your Bakugans.
Where: Aunt Jean’s Toys & Treats, 12 North Willow Street Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Sunday, June 27 from 11:30 pm – 2 pm.
Cost: Free.

Laurie Berkner Band: A Birthday Party Concert

Who: Fans of the famous kid’s singer.

What: A Laurie Berkner concert with a birthday party theme. Wear your party hat and enjoy your favorite songs.

Where: Mayo Center for the Performing Arts, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ.

When: Sunday, June 27 at 4 pm (1 pm show sold out).

Cost: $35.

Peter Pan

Who: Theater lovers from age 4 to 104.

What: Fly away to Neverland for non-stop action, spell binding music and stunning choreography in this smash hit musical adaption of J.M. Barrie’s classic story.

Where: Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Sunday, June 27 at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.

Cost: Tickets prices range from $25 to $84. All tickets subject to $1.50 Facility Preservation Fee. Call the Box Office at 973-376-4343.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Sunday, June 27 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

New Jersey Renaissance Festival and Kingdom

Who: Lads and lasses from age 1 to 1000.

What: Join the story of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table in a fun-filled day of live-action jousts and fencing, performances, and storytelling. Visit the Fairy Grotto to play with the resident fairies, watch as your favorite fairytales are performed live or in fun puppet shows, and enjoy music and yummy treats that will have you believing you’ve gone back in time to the Medieval Era.

When: Open weekends June 19, 20, 26, and 27 from 11:30 am – 6:30 pm.

Where: The Red Mill Museum Village, 56 Main Street, Clinton, NJ.

Cost: General admission – Adults: $20/ Children ages 7 – 12 and Seniors: $10/ Children under 7: free. Click here or call 732.271.1119 for more information.

Firefly Festival

Who: All ages.

What: Light up the night in Terhune Orchards’ Firefly Festival! Naturalist Elaine Madigan and other staff members will teach you all about the bright, little summer insects and all the other critters who live in the Terhune fields as you celebrate fireflies and warm summer nights. Enjoy nature, crafts, music, yummy food, and wagon rides and even do some firefly hunting on the whole farm! Schafer’s Gymnastics will demonstrate the “Art of Flying” and lead participants through a small obstacle course. Miss Amy and Her Big Kids Band will also provide musical entertainment in two special shows at 5:45 pm and 7 pm. When you come, don’t forget to wear your wings!

Where: Terhune Orchards, 33- Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ.

When: Sunday, June 27 from 4 pm – 9 pm.

Cost: Free admission. $5 charge for participation in crafts activities. Food and drinks sold separately. Click here for more information or call 609.924.2310.

MAC’s Unveiling of The Wheel World by Tom Nussbaum: Entryway and Artwork at All Children’s Playground in Edgemont Park

Who: All ages.

What: An unveiling ceremony for the Montclair Arts Council’s latest public art installation at the All Children’s Playground in Edgemont Park. View local artist Tom Nussbaum’s design, The Wheel World.

Where: Edgemont Park, Valley and Edgemont Roads, Montclair, NJ, 07042.

When: Sunday, June 27 at 4 pm.

Cost: Free.

June 26, 2010

stacey gill — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 17:40:26 +0000

Saturday, June 26

Children’s Day at South Street Seaport
Who: Kids who just wanna have fun.
What: Join in a day of family fun from noon to night with free concerts, special performances, arts and crafts and fireworks at dusk. Meet Clifford, Curious George, Buddy from Dinosaur Train and others while listening to the best of kid bands from Rebecca Frezza and Big Truck to The Bilingual Birdies rock out on stage. Watch Puppetry Arts Theatre, Angelina Ballerina, and Global Arts to Go. Then take a ride on the Seaport Express! Check out the schedule of events.
Where: South Street Seaport, Pier 17, New York, NY.
When: Saturday, June 26 at 12 pm. Festivities go all day, rain or shine.
Cost: Free.

Montclair Art Museum’s Imagination Station – Summertime (Childe Hassam)
Who: Families of all ages.

What: A drop-in weekend program that will be held in the Museum galleries and will focus on a different artwork or theme each week. Families will be engaged in active looking, lively discussion, interactive activities and scavenger hunts, and have a unique opportunity to sketch in the galleries.

Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Saturdays from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Cost: Member adults free, non-member adults $12, children $6.

AMC Sensory Friendly Films: Toy Story 3

Who: Autistic children and their families.
What: Family favorite films shown in a comfortable way for children with autism.
Where: Local AMC Theaters:
AMC Essex Green 9, 495 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
AMC Wayne 14, 67 Willowbrook Blvd, Wayne, NJ.
When: Saturday, June 26 at 10 a.m.
Cost: $6

Peter Pan

Who: Theater lovers from age 4 to 104.

What: Fly away to Neverland for non-stop action, spell binding music and stunning choreography in this smash hit musical adaption of J.M. Barrie’s classic story.

Where: Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Saturday, June 26 and Sunday, June 27. For times visit Paper Mill’s calendar.

Cost: Tickets prices range from $25 to $84. All tickets subject to $1.50 Facility Preservation Fee. Call the Box Office at 973-376-4343.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Saturday, June 26 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

Explore Liberty State Park
Who: Children ages 5 & up and their families.
What: Discover the joys of nature at the Liberty State Park Interpretive Center. Park naturalists will lead groups in nature activities to get families exploring and having fun. Each family that pre-registers will receive a Nature Backpack while supplies last.
Where: Liberty State Park, Jersey City, Exit 14B off the New Jersey Turnpike. Follow signs to the Interpretive Center on Freedom Way.
When: Saturday, June 26 from 10 am – 11:30 am and 12:30 pm- 2 pm.
Cost: Free, but advanced registration required. Email or call 201-915-3409. Click here for more information.

Crafty Toddlers

Who: Ages 2 – 4.

What: Play with paint, pinch and pound clay, collage with glue and explore different art materials all in an environment that encourages messy creativity. Runs every Saturday with a different project each week.

Where: Express Yourself Studio, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Saturdays from 10 am – 11 am.

Cost: $15. Register online or call 973-763-5256 for more information.

Studio Saturdays

Who: Ages 5 – 12.

What: A drop-in art workshop where you can participate in a different guided art project each week exploring a new art master and medium. Runs every Saturday.

Where: Express Yourself Studio, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Saturdays from 1 pm – 2 pm and 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm.

Cost: $15. Register online or call 973-763-5256 for more information.

Watercolors

Who: Ages 16 and up.

What: Experience the joy of painting and create your own original watercolor. Learn about a seasonal flower and how to draw and then paint it. Participants will take home their own fully-matted painting. Professional grade materials included. Just bring a camera.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Saturday, June 26 at 10 am.

Cost: Cost is $40 per person. Advanced registration required. Call 973-228-8776.

Saturday Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Who: Young children and their parents or guardians.

What: Join Miss Lisa and her sidekick, Uncle Harold for storytime with stories, songs, dance, coloring, and puppets!

Where: Barnes and Noble in Clifton Commons, 395 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.

When: Saturday, June 26 at 11 am.

Cost: Free. No registration required. Call 973.779.5500 for more information.

New Jersey Renaissance Festival and Kingdom

Who: Lads and lasses from age 1 to 1000.

When: Open weekends June 19, 20, 26, and 27 from 11:30 am – 6:30 pm.

Where: The Red Mill Museum Village, 56 Main Street, Clinton, NJ.

Cost: General admission – Adults: $20/ Children ages 7 – 12 and Seniors: $10/ Children under 7: free. Click here or call 732.271.1119 for more information.

June 25, 2010

stacey gill — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:11:53 +0000

Friday, June 25

Summer Reading Club Kickoff Concert

Who: All ages.

What: Award-winning children’s songwriter and recording artist, Yosi, will usher in this year’s theme, “Make a Splash,” with his environmentally-conscious songs. Dance along to this humorous and educational program where kids learn through song about clean water for swimming and drinking. After the show, enroll in the Summer Reading Club in the 3rd floor Youth Services Department.

Where: The Montclair Public Library , 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.

When: Friday, June 25 at 11 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required. Please attend one show only.

Teen Summer Reading Club Kickoff

Who: Registered Teen Summer Reading Club participants.

What: Kickoff this Summer Reading Club with a t-shirt paint party! You can “Make Waves @ Your Library” by creating your own splashy design on a t-shirt. Music, snacks, beverages and prizes will be on hand. Library will provide t-shirts to registered participants only. You are also welcome to bring additional t-shirts to decorate.

Where: The Montclair Public Library , 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.

When: Friday, June 25 at 3:00 p.m.

Cost: Free.

Peter Pan

Who: Theater lovers from age 4 to 104.

What: Fly away to Neverland for non-stop action, spell binding music and stunning choreography in this smash hit musical adaption of J.M. Barrie’s classic story.

Where: Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Friday, June 25 thru Sunday, June 27. For times visit Paper Mill’s calendar.

Cost: Tickets prices range from $25 to $84. All tickets subject to $1.50 Facility Preservation Fee. Call the Box Office at 973-376-4343.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Friday, June 25 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

Cartoon Workshop

Who: Ages 7 – 12.

What: Create a comic strip featuring a superhero/heroin of your own. Looking at examples from current cartoons such as Batman, Spiderman, Ben 10, Sponge Bob, Looney Tunes, Bakugan and others, kids will learn the fundamentals of graphic story-telling. Pizza will be included and everyone will leave with a four-panel comic strip.

Where: Express Yourself Studio, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Friday, June 25 from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Cost: $20. Register online or call 973-763-5256 for more information.

Montclair Public Library Start-of-Summer Used Book Sale

Who: Readers of all ages.

What: The Montclair Public Library Foundation is holding a book sale for newly donated books, audiobooks, and other materials. You are sure to find something for summer entertainment at the beach or during road trips. Cash only.

Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.

When: Friday, June 25 from 10 am – 5 pm.

Cost: Free admission. Cash only for books and merchandise. For more information call 973.744.0500 or email.

Parteaz: Chill Out, Hang Out- Friday Evenings with your Friends

Who: Children ages 4-12.

What: Hang out with your friends at Parteaz and get manicures and glitter tattoos, enjoy fun crafts and games, and best of all the Chocolate Fountain!

Where: Parteaz, 1860 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Friday, June 25 from 7 pm – 9:30 pm.

Cost: $25 per child. Call 973.447.0616 or email for more information.

June 24, 2010

Georgette Gilmore — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 13:48:15 +0000

Thursday, June 24

Craft Time
Who: Kids ages 4 – 12.
What: A fun, weekly craft time at Just Kidding Around.
Where: Just Kidding Around, 507 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Thursdays at 5 pm.
Cost: $3 per child.

Preschool Storytime at the Bloomfield Library

Who: Children ages 3 – 5.

What: Family storytime, including songs and a craft.

Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200.

When: Thursday, June 24 at 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required.

How to Adopt the Right Pet for Your Family

Who: All ages.

What: Join Jeff Coltenback, owner of Paradise Pet and advocate for animal rescue, as he discusses which pet is right your family. If you’re thinking about adding to your family with a four legged friend, there are lots of things to consider.

Where: Whole Foods, 235 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.

When: Thursday, June 24 at 7 pm.

Cost: Free.

Madison Square Kids Free Concert Series – Father Goose
Who: Parents with young children.
What: Madison Square Kids is a free summer entertainment series for children on the Oval Lawn in historic Madison Square Park.
Where: Madison Square Park’s Oval Lawn, Madison Avenue and 25th Street, NY, NY.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 15 – August 12 at 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

Peter Pan

Who: Theater lovers from age 4 to 104.

What: Fly away to Neverland for non-stop action, spell binding music and stunning choreography in this smash hit musical adaption of J.M. Barrie’s classic story.

Where: Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Thursday, June 24 thru Sunday, June 27. For days and times visit Paper Mill’s calendar.

Cost: Tickets prices range from $25 to $84. All tickets subject to $1.50 Facility Preservation Fee. Call the Box Office at 973-376-4343.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Thursday, June 24 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

Pole Bean Teepee

Who: Ages 3 1/2 – 5.

What: Native Americans built teepees from tree branches and reeds, but participants will build one using a variety of climbing beans. Hopefully, there will be enough beans to take some home for a snack.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Thursday, June 24 at 1 pm.

Cost: Cost is $12 per child (includes materials). Advanced registration and payment required. Call 973-228-8776.

A Garden of Giants

Who: Ages 4 – 6.

What: Your friends may think you are telling them a story about giant plants, but wait until you show them the pictures of what you grew! Take a few seeds home to try in your own garden.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Thursday, June 24 at 3:00 pm.

Cost: Cost is $12 per child (includes materials). Advanced registration and payment required. Call 973-228-8776.

Wee Time

Who: Babies 6 months to 24 months.

What: Program is a combination of quiet listening and active play, with plenty of time for socialization. Ends with playtime and a snack.

Where: Caldwell Public Library, 268 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell NJ 07006.

When: Thursday, June 24 at 9:45 a.m.

Cost: Free. Drop in program with no registration required.

Knit 1, Purl 2

Who: All ages.

What: Join this growing group of knitters (and crocheters) of all skill levels as it heads into it’s third year of stitching art to send to worthy causes. In the past this group has sent warm blankets, hat and scarves to help domestic violence shelters, Habitat for Humanity and others.

Where: Caldwell Public Library, 268 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell NJ 07006.

When: Thursday, June 24 at 6:15 pm.

Cost: Free. Drop in program with no registration required.

Pizza and Pottery Workshop

Who: Ages 5 – 12.

What: Participate in a fun pottery project and create a functional piece of artwork. Hand building techniques such as slab, pinch and sculpture will be covered. All supplies, pizza and beverages are included. Held every fourth Thursday of the month. Today create “Crazy Heads.”

Where: Express Yourself Studio, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Thursday, June 24 from 6 pm to 8 pm.

Cost: $20. Register online or call 973-763-5256 for more information.

Sewing Workshops with Crafty Katie

Who: Children ages 3 and up.

Where: It’s Sew Crafty, 1860 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in June. Click here for a full schedule of classes.

Cost: $75 workshop fee. Call 973.327.4488 or email for more information.

June 23, 2010

Georgette Gilmore — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:30:28 +0000

Wednesday, June 23

Green Thumb Club – Gardening for Health & Nutrition

Who: Young gardeners from ages 7 to 12.

What: Learn how to garden for optimal plant growth, production and food quality and discover gardening methods to keep the soil and land healthy. On-going six-month club allows participants to choose individual sessions or to attend entire course, which provides a complete health and nutrition program for young gardeners.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Wednesdays, June 23 at 3:45 p.m.

Cost: Cost is $8 per child per session (includes $2 materials fee). Advanced registration and payment required. Call 973-228-8776.

Family Night

Who: All ages.

What: Have a family night out at the zoo. Reduced admission, dinner specials and more. All the animals will be out to greet you.

Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey, 07052.

When: Wednesday, June 23 from 5 pm – 8 pm.

Cost: Reduced admission.

Peter Pan

Who: Theater lovers from age 4 to 104.

What: Fly away to Neverland for non-stop action, spell binding music and stunning choreography in this smash hit musical adaption of J.M. Barrie’s classic story.

Where: Paper Mill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Wednesday, June 23 thru Sunday, June 27. For days and times visit Paper Mill’s calendar.

Cost: Tickets prices range from $25 to $84. All tickets subject to $1.50 Facility Preservation Fee. Call the Box Office at 973-376-4343.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Wednesday, June 23 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

Wednesday Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Who: Young children and their parents or guardians.

What: Get ready to laugh, sing, and dance during Wednesday Storytime at Barnes and Noble. Join the excitement while enjoying a fun-filled reading of favorite children’s books.

Where: Barnes and Noble in Clifton Commons, 395 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.

When: Wednesday, June 23 at 11 am.

Cost: Free. No registration required. Call 973.779.5500 for more information.

Sewing Workshops with Crafty Katie

Who: Children ages 3 and up.

Where: It’s Sew Crafty, 1860 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in June. Click here for a full schedule of classes.

Cost: $75 workshop fee. Call 973.327.4488 or email for more information.

June 22, 2010

stacey gill — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 11:22:39 +0000

Tuesday, June 22

Baby Storytime at the Bloomfield Library

Who: Babies up to 2 years old.

What: Story time for little ones and their care giver. No craft.

Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200 ext. 212.

When: Tuesday, June 22 at 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required.

Bedtime Family Storytime at the Bloomfield Library

Who: Sleepy children.

What: A nighttime family storytime.

Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200.

When: Tuesday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m.

Cost: Free. No registration required.

Hypnosis for Pregnant Women and Their Partners

Who: In this workshop you will learn how real hypnosis works, how normal it is and how it can help you with your worries, physical tension, repetitive thoughts and your birthing experience. You will find out whether you can be hypnotized and see how easy it can be.

What: A nighttime family storytime.

Where: Bodhi Tree Therapeutic Massage, 75 South Orange Avenue, Suite 211, South Orange, NJ.

When: Tuesday, June 22 at 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $50/person (bring your labor partner for no extra charge). Register early. Space is limited. Call Frayda Kafka at 845.336.4646 or email here.

Madison Square Kids Free Concert Series – Erin Lee & Marci
Who: Parents with young children.
What: Madison Square Kids is a free summer entertainment series for children on the Oval Lawn in historic Madison Square Park.
Where: Madison Square Park’s Oval Lawn, Madison Avenue and 25th Street, NY, NY.
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from June 15 – August 12 at 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year’s Fair features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Tuesday, June 22 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

4-H Young Gardeners Club

Who: Kids in 1st thru 8th grades.

What: Have you ever wondered how vegetables and flowers grow? Where spaghetti sauce comes from? How you can find a rainbow in a garden? Come join the Club and find out.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Tuesdays, June 22 at 4:00 p.m.

Cost: Advanced registration required. Call 973-228-3785.

AMC Summer Movie Camp – Imagine That

Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.

What: Kids’ movies played every Tuesday morning.

Where: Local AMC Theaters:

Clifton Commons, 405 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.

Wayne 14, 67 Willowbrook Blvd., Wayne, NJ.

When: Tuesdays, from June 15 – August 10 at 10 a.m.

Cost: $1. All admission proceeds will benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity and The Will Rogers Institute.

June 21, 2010

stacey gill — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 11:32:27 +0000

Monday, June 21

State Fair

Who: All ages.

What: The Fair‘s back with action-packed fun for the entire family. This year features plenty of new and returning entertainment from dazzling performers, thrilling rides and fun games to exhibits, shopping and bargain ticket nights. Special events include the first annual Tomato Fight, world record setting Bubble Wrap Popping, BMX Stunt Show, Circus and Magic shows.
Where: Meadowlands, 50 Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ.
When: Monday, June 21 thru Monday, July 5. Times vary, see hours. Today from 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.
Cost: Weekday tickets for children under 12: $5. For those 13 or older: $7. Friday thru Sunday and Holiday ticket prices for children under 12: $6. For those 13 or older: $9. Children under 34″ are free everyday. Parking is $3. For more information call 973-450-1073.

Little Explorers Nature Program

Who: Ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2.

Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.

When: Mondays, June 21, July 5 and 19, and August 2 and 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Cost: Cost is $6 per child per session (additional material fees may apply). Advanced registration and payment required. Call 973-228-8776.

Summer Reading Program at Watchung Booksellers

Who: Kids who love to read.

What: Dr. Seuss’s Truffala Trees will be in bloom this year at the store, and it needs many “tufts” to fill up the tree in the children’s reading room. Stop by to register for the program and pick up your Traffula Reading Packet. Then start reading. Fill in your “tufts,” and they’ll be added to the tree. For every five books you read, you will be entered in the drawing to win fantastic prizes. Program ends September 7.

Where: Watchung Booksellers, Watchung Plaza, 54 Fairfield Street, Montclair, NJ 07042.

When: Starting Monday, June 21.

Cost: Free. Call 973.744.7177 for more information.

New Jersey Jackals: Summer Celebration

Who: All ages.

What: Cheer on the New Jersey Jackals in their home game against Worchester with a Summer Celebration and Pets in the Park.

When: Monday, June 21 at 7:05 pm. Click here for a full event schedule.

Where: New Jersey Jackals, 1 Hall Drive, Little Falls, NJ.

Cost: Single game tickets- Box Seats: $11/ Reserved seats: $9/ Standing room only: $5. Season tickets, group plans, and mini plans pricing available. Click here for further ticket information. Call 973.746.7434 or email for more information.

Sewing Workshops with Crafty Katie

Who: Children ages 3 and up.

Where: It’s Sew Crafty, 1860 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.

When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays in June. Click here for a full schedule of classes.

Cost: $75 workshop fee. Call 973.327.4488 or email for more information.