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Who: High school students and adults.
What: Race to Nowhere is a film about a concerned mother takes action with her camera to challenge school systems and cultures where cheating has become common, students are disengaged, stress and depression rates in students are rising, and the college bound youth is uneducated or uninspired. The film is a call to action to challenge the assumptions made on how best to educate today’s youth and best prepare them for their future.
Where: Montclair High School, 100 Chestnut Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 30 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: Free. Call 925.310.4242 or email for more information.

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Who: Grades 1-2.
What: With the guidance of group leader Sabina Soloway, first and second graders will do scientific investigations of the woodlands from floor to canopy then use what they find in creative ways. Children will learn about all the little critters and creatures we share our planet with. They will be able to access Hartshorn Arboretum’s indoor Stone House classroom with its many animals and the outdoors classroom which includes 15 acres of woodlands, trails, vernal pool, sugar maple, and other special features.
Where: Hartshorn Arboretum, 324 Forest Drive South, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Tuesday from September 21 through November 30 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm.
Cost: $150 tuition fee. Click here to register and pay online. Arboretum membership required to register. Please register prior to September 17, 2010.

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Who: Mommies and their babies.
What: In this fifth meeting of the 7-week MomMe Get Together Session, pose for pictures of you and your baby with Anne Constance Photography!Choose a favorite photograph as a keepsake and the rest will be available for purchase online.
Where: MomMe Get Togethers, 33 Birkendane Road, Caldwell, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 30 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.
Cost: $210 for the 7-week session. Click here for information and to download the registration form.

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Who: Ages 3 and up.
What: Enjoy tradition Hispanic children’s songs from Puerto Rico, Cuba, and Mexico while learning about the background of the songs, the choruses, and the different styles!
Where: Montclair Public Library, 3rd Floor Story room, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Saturday, November 30 at 11 am.
Cost: Free. Registration required. Call 973.744.0500 to register. Click here for more information.

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Who: Parents/caregivers and children ages 2 and up.
What: Miss Elaine reads and sings at this weekly storytime.
Where: Watchung Booksellers, 54 Fairfield Street Watchung Plaza, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesdays at 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Vote for Reading ballots are in! Now find out who will get to win a complimentary one year membership to the Montclair Art Museum!
Where: Montclair Public Library, 3rd Floor Story room, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 30 – all day.
Cost: Free. Click here for more information.

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Who: Child Only – ages 5 and up.
What: A fun, gingerbread house workshop drop-off for kids.
Where: The Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Friday, December 10 from 4:15 pm – 5 pm.
Cost: $25 member / $30 non-member. Call 973.783.7640 to register.

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Who: Adults and older children.
What: In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the musical Les Misérables will be showing at the Papermill Playhouse from November 19 – December 30. Les Misérables is the legendary story of Jean Valjean as he tries to escape his past as Prisoner 24601 set during the Paris Rebellion of 1832.
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Sunday, November 28 at 7 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25 -$92 per person. Click here for online ticketing or call the theatre box office at 973.376.4343.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Mama Doni Band brings its special brand of “funky music with a Jewish twist” to two all-ages Chanukah shows at Bergen PAC.
Where: Bergen PAC, 30 North Van Brunt Street, Englewood, NJ.
When: Sunday, November 28 at 1 pm and 4 pm.
Cost: Tickets are $17 and can be purchased here.

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Who: All ages.
What: Take your family to a family yoga class at Montclair’s newest family yoga center.
Where: Mia Yoga at The Wellness Loft, 89 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Sunday November 28 from 3:30 pm – 5 pm.
Cost: $10 per person.

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Who: Kids ages 2 – 7.
What: Hanukkah storytelling and readings from classic books. Aileen Grossberg, a local librarian, will tell some tales that will surely get you into the holiday spirit.
Where: Aunt Jean’s Toys & Treats, 12 North Willow Street Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Sunday, November 28 from 3 pm – 3:45 pm.
Cost: Free, but call 973.783.6100 to reserve a spot.

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Who: Adults and older children.
What: In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the musical Les Misérables will be showing at the Papermill Playhouse from November 19 – December 30. Les Misérables is the legendary story of Jean Valjean as he tries to escape his past as Prisoner 24601 set during the Paris Rebellion of 1832.
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Sunday, November 28 at 1:30 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25 -$92 per person. Click here for online ticketing or call the theatre box office at 973.376.4343.

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Who: All ages.
What: A family friendly, seasonal concert.
Where: Westfield Library, 550 E Broad street, Westfield, NJ.
When: Sunday, November 28 at 2 pm.
Cost: Free. Call 908.789.4090 for more information.

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Who: Biking families.
What: A fun family bike ride hosted by SOMbike, South Orange Maplewood Bicycle Coalition, to work off that Thanksgiving turkey
Where: Meet at The Baird Parking Lot, 5 Mead Street, South Orange, NJ.
When: Sunday, November 28 at 12 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Families.
What: Enjoy latkes, spin the dridel, and light the menorah while singing songs and enjoying fun crafts.
Where: Leon & Toby Cooperman JCC, 760 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ.
When: Sunday, November 28 from 9:30 am – 11 am.
Cost: $36 per family. Call Eliza Millman at 973.929.2922 or email for more information.

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Who: Adults and older children.
What: In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the musical Les Misérables will be showing at the Papermill Playhouse from November 19 – December 30. Les Misérables is the legendary story of Jean Valjean as he tries to escape his past as Prisoner 24601 set during the Paris Rebellion of 1832.
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Saturday, November 27 at 7 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25 -$92 per person. Click here for online ticketing or call the theatre box office at 973.376.4343.

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Who: Kids ages 5 and up and their parents or older kids alone
What: Grab the familia, from bambino to grandma, for a family class in authentic Italian cooking. Learn how to make two all-time favorite recipes: eggplant parmigiana and a classic meatball and spaghetti dish.
Where: Chef’s Lab, 345 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Saturday, November 27 from 3 pm – 4:30 pm.
Cost: $35 per person.

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Who: All ages.
What: Dan Zanes and friends put on a family concert and turn The Wellmont into a dance party.
Where: The Wellmont Theatre, 5 Seymour Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday, November 27 at 3 pm.
Cost: $25. Purchase tickets at the box office or online here.

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Who: All ages.
What: Tour the national premiere exhibit of Gustav Stickley and the American Arts and Crafts Movement and then make your own mini designs using a variety of materials.
Where: The Newark Art Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ.
When: Saturdays in November from 1 pm – 4 pm.
Cost: Program free with suggested museum admission: Adults: $10 / Children, seniors, and students: $6. Click here or call 973.596.6550 for information.

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Who: Toddlers and little kids.
What: Join Miss Lisa and her sidekick Uncle Harold for stories, puppets, songs, and coloring!
Where: Barnes & Noble, Clifton Commons, 395 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.
When: Wednesdays at 11 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Ages 9-13.
What: Victoria Sansone, a young skilled pianist who has performed in NJPAC and Carnegie Hall, will be hosting group piano lessons for young children.
Where: ValleyArts, 406 Tompkins Street, Orange, NJ.
When: Saturdays beginning November 13 – December 18, from 10:30 – 11:45 am.
Cost: $5 per child. Space is limited. To enroll, email ValleyArts Director Lorena La Grossa.

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Who: All ages.
What: Roast marshmallows and enjoy freshly popped popcorn and cider around a campfire to celebrate the fall harvest.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Thursday, November 26 from 2:30 pm – 4 pm.
Cost: $6 per child / $8 per adult. Click here for more information.

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Who: Adults and older children.
What: In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the musical Les Misérables will be showing at the Papermill Playhouse from November 19 – December 30. Les Misérables is the legendary story of Jean Valjean as he tries to escape his past as Prisoner 24601 set during the Paris Rebellion of 1832.
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Friday, November 26 at 1:30 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25 -$92 per person. Click here for online ticketing or call the theatre box office at 973.376.4343.

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Who: All ages.
What: Through hands-on activities learn about the furniture, architecture, industrial, and graphic design to discover how things are made and to invent something yourself! Family Fun Tours at the museum will also be held. Get the chance to design a gallery exhibition with Gustav Stickley’s “Gallery Game: Exhibition Design.”
Where: Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ.
When: Friday, November 26 from 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm.
Cost: Free with suggested admission. Click here for details.

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Who: Little kids.
What: Have breakfast with Santa Claus, receive a special gift and take a photo with the jolly old elf.
Where: Imagine That!, 4 Vreeland Road, Florham Park, NJ.
When: Friday, November 26 at 10 am.
Cost: Children $13.99 and Adults $10.99.

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Who: Kids ages 5 – 10.
What: Drop off your kids at this fun cooking class and go shopping for great Black Friday deals!
Where: Chef’s Lab, 345 Bloomfield Ave Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Friday, November 26 from 10 am – 1 pm.
Cost: $50 per child. Register here.

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Who: Ages 3 – K.
What: School’s out for the holiday so spend the day at the YMCA! Bring a backpack with a bathing suit, towel, jacket, and nut-free lunch and drink and head over to the Little Live Y’ers for a day of fun and excitement for children! Children will take part in activities such as swimming, sports, gym, build it, dance, art, music, yoga, games, outdoor play, storytime, and rest/movie time. Parents plan to drop off your children no later then 9:15 am and you may pick them up at anytime during the day.
Where: The Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Friday, November 26 from 7:30 am – 5 pm.
Cost: Members: $45 per person / Non-members: $55 per person. Registrations received after November 23 will be subject to a $10 late registration fee. Call 973.783.7640 for more information and to register.

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Who: Anyone who loves a parade.
What: Macy’s 84th annual Thanksgiving Day Parade!
Where: Parade begins at 77th Street and Central Park West, turns east onto Central Park South, turns down 7th Avenue to 42nd Street and then across to 6th Avenue where it heads downtown to Herald Square, ending at 34th Street and 7th Avenue.
When: Thursday, November 25 from 9 am – 12 pm.
Cost: Free. Get all the details and more information here.

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Who: Families.
What: The Asherfelter 8K Classic and Ridger Romp is the place to be on Thanksgiving morning! The event honors local hero Horace Ashenfelter who won the 1952 Helsinki Olympic Gold medal. Mr. Ashenfelter will be there to greet race winners at the finish line! Proceeds will go towards the Glen Ridge Educational Foundation that funds new and innovative learning techniques not included in the school budgets.
Where: Ridgewood Avenue, just south of Snowden Place, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When: Thursday, November 25 at 8:30 am.
Cost: Free admission. Minimum of a $50 donation to participate in the race. Click here for information.

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Who: Adults and older children.
What: In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the musical Les Misérables will be showing at the Papermill Playhouse from November 19 – December 30. Les Misérables is the legendary story of Jean Valjean as he tries to escape his past as Prisoner 24601 set during the Paris Rebellion of 1832.
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Wednesday, November 24 at 7 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25 -$92 per person. Click here for online ticketing or call the theatre box office at 973.376.4343.

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Who: Age 7-12.
What: This club is filed with hands-on activities that explore local geology and soil while learning to identify rocks and minerals.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 24 at 4 pm.
Cost: $6 per child (additional material fees may apply). Advanced registration and payment is required as space is limited. Call 973.228.8776 for more information and registration.

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Who: Young children with caregivers.
What: Drop-in for a free storytime
Where: The Messy Artist, 60 Valley St, Rear Entrance, South Orange, NJ.
When: Wednesdays, September 22 – December 8, 3:15 pm – 3:45 pm.
Cost: Free. For more info: call 973-378-2425 x. 1 or click here.

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Who: Ages 6-12.
What: Take a walk in the woods and learn how to make extraordinary art just by using whatever nature offers you. Make apple faced people, autumn leaves under glass, edible turkeys, and more!
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Wednesday, November 24 at 3:45 pm.
Cost: $6 per child (additional material fees may apply). Advanced registration and payment is required as space is limited. Call 973.228.8776 for more information and registration.

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Who: Toddlers and little kids.
What: Join Ricky for stories, songs, coloring, and lots of laughs!
Where: Barnes & Noble, Clifton Commons, 395 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.
When: Wednesdays at 11 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Kids and a parent.
What: Have fun painting ceramics together! Kids get a free tile and paint time.
Where: Doin’ Dishes, 50 Church Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, November 24 at 10 am.
Cost: Cost depends on the ceramic you choose. Call 973.744.8589 for more information.

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Who: Mommies and babies ages newborn to 18 months.
What: Mommy and Me is a discussion group where mothers get the chance to meet new people, get support from other mothers, and learn about general parenting skills.
Where: Shomrei Emunah, 67 Park Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesdays beginning October 6 from 9:30 am – 10:15 am.
Cost: $120 for 12 weeks. Registration required. Call 973.746.5031 ext. 4 for registration and information.

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Who: Ages 6 months – K.
What: The YMCA’s Drop and Go days will be filled with fun for your children while parents are out preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday. Children may be registered 1 hour (minimum) to 4 hours (maximum). Snacks and lunches will not be provided. Parents should pack a snack for their child as needed. This event is available to Montclair YMCA members only.
Where: The Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, November 24 from 9 am – 6 pm.
Cost: Cost per hour: 1 Child: $10 / 2 Children: $15 / 3 Children: $20. Call 973.783.7640 for more information and to register.

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Who: Parents.
What: Dr. Bruce Friedman, a Montclair psychiatrist known for his expertise in children diagnosed with ADD/ADHD, will be giving an informative talk for parents.
Where: Temple Ner Tamid, 936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 23 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: Free. Call 973.338.1500 or email for more information.

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Who: Adults and older children.
What: In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the musical Les Misérables will be showing at the Papermill Playhouse from November 19 – December 30. Les Misérables is the legendary story of Jean Valjean as he tries to escape his past as Prisoner 24601 set during the Paris Rebellion of 1832.
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 23 at 7 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25 -$92 per person. Click here for online ticketing or call the theatre box office at 973.376.4343.

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Who: All ages.
What: Join JCC Metrowest for a Hanukkah book reading.
Where: Barnes & Noble, Livingston Mall, 112 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 23 at 6 pm.
Cost: Free. Call Eliza Millman at 973.929.2922 or email for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Members are invited to bring non-member friends and family to the YMCA for an evening of open gym, simming, art, dance, and building. Guest tours will be held. Don’t forget to pack a snack. Not a member? This is a Free Member Appreciation Event! Register at the door!
Where: Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 23 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.
Cost: Free. Call 973.783.7640 for more information.

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Who: Mommies and their babies.
What: In this fourth meeting of the 7-week MomMe Get Together Session, chat with other moms while painting and creating a ceramic piece complete with your baby’s hand and foot prints.
Where: MomMe Get Togethers, 33 Birkendane Road, Caldwell, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 23 from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm.
Cost: $210 for the 7-week session. Click here for information and to download the registration form.

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Who: Ages 6 months – K.
What: The YMCA’s Drop and Go days will be filled with fun for your children while parents are out preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday. Children may be registered 1 hour (minimum) to 4 hours (maximum). Snacks and lunches will not be provided. Parents should pack a snack for their child as needed. This event is available to Montclair YMCA members only.
Where: The Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, November 23 from 9 am – 6 pm.
Cost: Cost per hour: 1 Child: $10 / 2 Children: $15 / 3 Children: $20. Call 973.783.7640 for more information and to register.

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Who: Parents of special needs children.
What: This seven week workshop is designed to enable parents of children with special needs with skills to maintaining positive relationships with their child, navigate school services, and collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other providers. The workshop gives parents the chance to share and discuss their experiences with other parents and explore different learning styles, advocacy, communication, parenting skills, and stress-reduction techniques.  
Where: Adult School of Montclair, 100 Chestnut Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Every Tuesday from October 12 – November 23 at 7 pm – 8:30 pm.
Cost: For pricing and information, call 973.746.6636 or click here.

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Who: All ages.
What: Members are invited to bring non-member friends and family to the YMCA for an evening of open gym, simming, art, dance, and building. Guest tours will be held. Don’t forget to pack a snack. Not a member? This is a Free Member Appreciation Event! Register at the door!
Where: Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Monday, November 22 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.
Cost: Free. Call 973.783.7640 for more information.

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Who: Grades 1-2.
What: With the guidance of group leader Sabina Soloway, first and second graders will do scientific investigations of the woodlands from floor to canopy then use what they find in creative ways. Children will learn about all the little critters and creatures we share our planet with. They will be able to access Hartshorn Arboretum’s indoor Stone House classroom with its many animals and the outdoors classroom which includes 15 acres of woodlands, trails, vernal pool, sugar maple, and other special features.
Where: Hartshorn Arboretum, 324 Forest Drive South, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Tuesday from September 21 through November 30 at 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm.
Cost: $150 tuition fee. Click here to register and pay online. Arboretum membership required to register. Please register prior to September 17, 2010.

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Who: Ages 8-12.
What: Build cardboard cars and learn how to create propulsion systems for your vehicle using balloons and rubber bands.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621-B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Monday, November 22 from 4 pm – 6 pm.
Cost: $10 per person. Click here for more information.

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Who: Ages 2 1/2- 3 1/2 and 3 1/2 – 5.
What: Enjoy this child-caregiver class that uses stories, walks, and crafts to develop awareness and appreciation of the natural world around us. Different science topics are covered within each session.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 621B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Mondays, September 13 through November 22 at 10:30 am for ages 2 1/2- 3 1/2 and 1 pm for ages 3 1/2 -5
Cost: $6 per child. Advanced registration is required as space is limited. Call 973.228.8776 for more information and registration.