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Who: Parents.
What: Learning disability or not, the challenges you and your children face every day can be overwhelming. If you can’t get your child self-motivated to do his or her own homework, stay clean and organized, or even just get up in time for school speaker Pam Milazzo can help! Ms. Milazzo will be showing parents helpful strategies for parents on how to get your children more self-sufficient and self-motivated as they go through school and life.
Where: Millburn Township School District, 434 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ
When: Monday, January 31 from 7 pm – 9 pm.
Cost: Free. Click here for information or send an email.

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Who: Ages 2½ – 3½ and 3½ – 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, 612B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Mondays, January 3 through February 14. Ages 2½ – 3½ at 10:30 am and ages 3 ½ – 5 at 1 pm.
Cost: $6 per child per session. Additional fees may apply. Advance registration and payment is required as space is limited. Call 973.228.8776 for information and to register.

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Who: Babies through grade school.
What: The Winter/Spring semester is starting for all parent-child, pre-k, kindergarten, dance, sports skills, and grade school gymnastics classes from January 31 -June 26.
Where: The Little Gym of Montclair, 1 Greenwood Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: January 31 – June 26. Check out the schedule here.
Cost: Call 973.744.1002 for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Dance and movement classes for all ages. Check here for classes offerings.
Where: Sharron Miller Studio, 14 South Park street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Session runs from January 31 – May 28.
Cost: $275 per semester with a one time only $25 registration fee.

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Who: Boys in grades 6 and 7.
What: New book group for middle school boys. The first book selection is  The Heroes of Olympus Book 1: The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan.
Where: Watchung Booksellers, 54 Fairfield Street Watchung Plaza, Montclair, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 30 from 4 pm – 5 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Ages 4 and up.
What: Crockett Johnson’s Harold books have been delighting child audiences for over fifty years. Now the Harold and his famous purple crayon are coming to life on stage as presented by Enchantment Theatre! Through the use of large scale video animation Harold’s make believe adventures will unfold right before your eyes!
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center Street, Newark, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 30 at 2 pm.
Cost: Tickets on sale for $20-$22. Click here to purchase tickets online.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center is celebrating the maple sugaring season! Join the fun by attending one of the weekend tapping demonstrations and learn how to identify and tap maple tree, make syrup over a wood-fried evaporator, and taste different syrups!
Where: The Great Swamp OEC, 247 Southern Boulevard, Chatham, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 30 from 2 pm – 3 pm.
Cost: $3 per person. Call 973.635.6629 for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Experience the Tony Award winning musical Cats! based on T.S. Eliot’s book with a score by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Where: Community Theatre, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 30 at 2 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $57-87 per person. Click here for information and online ticketing.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Tony Award winning musical The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is now at Papermill Playhouse! Follow of the story of six quirky competitors and three eccentric adults as they search for spelling bee glory!
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 30 at 1:30 pm and 7 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25-84 per person. Click here for information and online ticketing or call the Box Office at 973.376.4344.

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Who: All ages.
What: Come get information on a variety of summer camps to make this summer one to remember! This fair is the last of the NJ fairs in January–check the website for additional fairs around the state which are being held from January 15-30th.
Where: Ramada Inn Conference Center, 130 Route 10 West, East Hanover, NJ. Click here for a full list of camps that will be attending.
When: Sunday, January 30 from 12 pm – 4 pm.
Cost: Free. Click here for more information.

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Who: Families with children in pre-K through 8th grade.
What: Learn more about St. Cassian school.
Where: St. Cassian School, 190 Lorraine Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Sunday, January 30 from 10 am – 1 pm and Wednesday, February 2 from 9 am – 11 am and  1 pm – 2 pm.
Cost: Free. No registration necessary. Call 973.746.1636 for more information.

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Who: Ages 5-7 with adult.
What: Learn how to make egg drop soup, chicken and broccoli, fried rice, and homemade almond cookies to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit! Discover Chinese traditions while you cook with instructor Joyce Delpopolo.
Where: Kings Studio, 778 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 30 at 10 am – 12 pm.
Cost: $45 per pair. Class #904 – click here to register online and for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Experience the Tony Award winning musical Cats! based on T.S. Eliot’s book with a score by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Where: Community Theatre, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 at 8 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $57-87 per person. Click here for information and online ticketing.

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Who: All ages.
What: A line up of highly-accomplished and diverse musicians will perform a fundraiser for Edeyo, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering children in Haiti through education. Musicians include Grammy Award winning bassist Christian McBride, jazz vocalist Melissa Walker, Haiti’s Obed Jean-Louis, Big Mamou, Jazz House Kids, The Passing Notes, Stephen Bryant, Cantor Meredith Greenberg, Rob Maskin, Eva Goldfarb and Bob Mellman.
Where:Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Montclair, 67 Church Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday, January 29 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: Tickets are $20 for adults, $5 for children. Advance tickets are available online, or in Montclair at Terra Tea Salon and Watchung Booksellers. Additional donations are encouraged.

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Who: Ages 4 and up.
What: Crockett Johnson’s Harold books have been delighting child audiences for over fifty years. Now the Harold and his famous purple crayon are coming to life on stage as presented by Enchantment Theatre! Through the use of large scale video animation Harold’s make believe adventures will unfold right before your eyes!
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center Street, Newark, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 at 2 pm.
Cost: Tickets on sale for $20-$22. Click here to purchase tickets online.

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Who: All ages.
What: Enjoy the wonders of the Chinese New year with demonstrations of customs and the opening Dragon Dance Parade. Also see traditional Chinese folk dances, Chinese yo-yo, performances by students of Nishuane’s Mandarin program, music and much more.
Where: Montcalir Public Library, 50 South Fullerton, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday, January 29 from 2 pm – 4 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Teen with adult.
What: Bring an adult to help you kick off a fantastic football party! Instructor Diana Albanese will be showing you how to create caramelized onion dip with fresh tortilla chips, chili dogs, hot wings with blue cheese sauce, mac and cheese with bacon topping, beef tacos with guacamole and fresh salsa, and red velvet cupcakes with vanilla cream cheese frosting.
Where: Kings Studio, 778 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 at 2 pm – 5 pm.
Cost: $75 per pair. Class #914 – click here to register online and for more information.

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Who: Rockers of all ages.
What :Maplewood’s own kiddie rick band, StarFish, will perform a benefit concert for the Red Oaks School in Morristown.
Where: The Bickford Theatre, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 at 1:30 pm.
Cost: $10 in advance / $12 at the door. For info call 973.539.7853.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Tony Award winning musical The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is now at Papermill Playhouse! Follow of the story of six quirky competitors and three eccentric adults as they search for spelling bee glory!
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 at 1:30 pm and 8 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25-84 per person. Click here for information and online ticketing or call the Box Office at 973.376.4344.

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Who: Age 5-12.
What: Come participate in a guided art project. Every week is a new project with a new medium from a different art master.
Where: Express Yourself Studios, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 from 1 pm – 2pm and 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm.
Cost: $15 per child. Call 973.763.5256 for more information.

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Who: All ages.
What: Drop-in program with guided museum tours focusing on different artwork or themes each week. Families will be engaged in active looking, discussion, interactive activities, and scavenger hunts while also having the opportunity to sketch in the galleries.
Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 from 1 pm – 2 pm.
Cost: $6 per child, $12 per adult. Free for adult members. Registration required as space is limited. Click here or call 973.746.5555 for registration and more information.

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Who: Age 7-9 with adult.
What: Kick off this football season by learning how to cook football nachos, BBQ pork sandwiches, cheesy bacon and potato bake, and chocolate fudge brownies.
Where: Kings Studio, 778 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 at 11 am – 1 pm.
Cost: $45 per pair. Class #907 – click here to register online and for more information.

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Who: Toddlers age 2-4.
What: Come play with paint! Bring mom and dad along too!
Where: Express Yourself Studios, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 from 10 am – 11 am.
Cost: $15 per child. All materials included. To register or for more information, call 973.763.5256 or send an email.

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Who: Children 8 and up.
What: Learn to identify the common birds founds in and around your backyard. Discover how to become a citizen scientist and help Cornell’s Lab of Ornithology conduct research by participating in Project Feeder Watch and the Great Backyard Bird Count.
Where: Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Avenue, Summit, NJ.
When:  Saturday, January 29 from 10 am – 11:30 pm.
Cost: Members are Free and Non-members are $10 per person. Pre-registration is required, click here to register.

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Who: All ages.
What: You’re invited to the coolest Dance Party in town, hosted by Stories In Motion’s, Alistair Williams. Learn West African dances, enjoy our percussion jam…then eat pizza and desert.
Where: Stories in Motion, 1874 Springfield Ave, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Friday, February 18 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.
Cost: $20 per child. Siblings are $10. An RSVP is required to join the fun (8 children minimum to run the event), call 973.313.1050. 

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Who: Students and adults.
What: Each year domestic violence causes two million injuries and at least one out of three women wave been treated violently through rape or other physical or emotional abuse. The issue of violence against women and girls will be the key topic of the NJ AAUW Issues Conference. Speakers will include Janice Kovach, Janet Lee, Fahima Vorgetts, and Michelle Stefanelli.
Where: Brookdale Community College, Student Center, 765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 29 from 9 am – 3 pm.
Cost: Registration is $25 per person and $20 per student. Registration forms are available online. Checks are payable to AAUW-NJ and can be mailed to Pamela Coratti, 617 Mistletoe Ave., Pt. Pleasant, NJ 08742. For more information, call 973.715.4128 or 973.659.9434.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Tony Award winning musical The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is now at Papermill Playhouse! Follow of the story of six quirky competitors and three eccentric adults as they search for spelling bee glory!
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Friday, January 28 at 8 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25-84 per person. Click here for information and online ticketing or call the Box Office at 973.376.4344.

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Who: Ages 7-12.
What: Learn how to create a comic strip featuring a super hero/heroine of your own concept. Participants will learn the fundamentals and history of graphic story-telling and cartooning. Pizza will be included. Leave the workshop with a 4-panel comic strip.
Where: Express Yourself Studios, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Friday, January 28 from 6 pm – 8 pm.
Cost: $20 per person. Registration required. Call 973.763.5256 to register or for more information.

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Who: Families with children in first grade or younger.
What: This is a child-friendly service of “Kinder Keshet” storytelling and singing to welcome Shabbat. It will be followed by a informal dinner and supervised children activities.
Where: Bnai Keshet, 99 So. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Friday, January 28 at 5:30 pm.
Cost: If you’re staying for dinner bring either a vegetarian or dairy dish for the pot luck or donate $18. RSVP to Bnai Keshet at 973.746.4889.

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Who: Glen Ridge kids in grades 3 – 6.
What: A fun filled 1½ hours of sports and board games for kids supervised by a qualified staff.
Where: Ridgewood Avenue School Upper Gym, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When: January 28 February 4 (grades 3 & 4 only due to 5th grade dance), 11, 18. Hours: 5:30 pm – 7 pm for grades 3 & 4 and 7:30 pm – 9 pm for grades 5 & 6.
Cost: Free! Due to space restraints and in order to provide a safe environment, this program is limited to 40 students per session on a “first come – first served” basis. Unregistered children will not be admitted–Register here. For more info call Glen Ridge Recreation 973.748.2924.

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Who: Little chefs ages 5 – 8.
What: Healthy afterschool snack creations. Foodies will learn all about ANDI while taking a tour of the produce department and finishing with a hands on snack creation.
Where: Whole Foods Market Millburn-Union, 2245 Springfield Avenue, Vauxhall, NJ.
When: Friday, January 28 from 4 pm – 5 pm. Registration required and space limited – 908.688. 1455
Cost: Free.

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Who: New moms and their babies
What: Come together to share your experiences as a new mother and hold discussions with other mothers in a loving, nurturing environment. This week’s topic: Postpartum Needs and Feelings; Healing Your Postpartum Body
Where: Starseed Yoga, 215 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Fridays from Janaury 28 through March 18 from 11:30 am – 1 pm.
Cost:$120.00 for the 8 week series ,$20.00 per class (pre –registration for single topic), $25.00 drop in at door. For more information you can contact Kelli DeFlora at 973.655.9655 or click here.

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Who: Parents looking for a preschool.
What: Open House to learn more about Shoresh Preschool, which offers programs for children ages 2 – 5.
Where: Shoresh Preschool at Temple Ner Tamid, 936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 from 10:30 am – 12 pm and Thursday, January 27 from 7 pm – 8:30 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Age 5-12.
What: Come participate in a fun pottery project then enjoy yummy pizza!
Where: Express Yourself Studios, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Thursday, January 27 from 6 pm – 8 pm.
Cost: $20 per person. Reservations required. Call 973.763.5256 for more information or to reserve your spot.

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Who: All ages.
What: Second annual fundraiser sponsored by Millburn Middle School MASH and SOAR Peer Leaders. TheEmpty Bowls prohect is an international project to fight hunger. Student create ceramic bowls and serve soup in them as a reminder that their are empty bowls in the world.
Where: Millburn Middle School cafeteria, 25 Old Short Hills Road, Millburn, NJ.
When: Thursday, January 27 from 6 pm – 8 pm.
Cost:With the purchase of a $15 ticket, guests will receive a handcrafted ceramic bowl by MMS Peer Leaders, a delicious warm meal of soup and bread, charity information and good company.  Proceeds will be donated to Down the Block, The Community Foodbank of New Jersey and The Nepal Program for Progress.

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Who: Ages 2½ – 3½ and 3½ – 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, 612B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Thursdays, January 6 through February 17. Ages 2½ – 3½ at 10:30 am and ages 3 ½ – 5 at 1 pm.
Cost: $6 per child per session. Additional fees may apply. Advance registration and payment is required as space is limited. Call 973.228.8776 for information and to register.

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Who: Toddlers age 2-4.
What: Come play with paint! Bring mom and dad along too!
Where: Express Yourself Studios, 1912 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Thursday, January 27 from 10 am – 11 am.
Cost: $15 per child. All materials included. To register or for more information, call 973.763.5256 or send an email.

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Who: Mothers of children newborn to age 6.
What: Mothers of Preschoolers aka MOPS is an international network of mothers where moms can connect with other mothers. Meetings include brunch, a speaker, small discussion group, and craft activity. Monthly play groups  and mom’s night out are also hosted monthly by MOPS.
Where:  Montclair Community Church, 143 Watchung Avenue, Upper Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday, January 27 at 9:30 am – 12 pm. Meetings are once a month.
Cost: Free with suggestion donation of $8. Click here for more information. Call 973.860.1163 or email to reserve your spot.

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Who: Parents and toddlers.
What: Toddlers in Motion is a learning program for toddlers 15 months to five years old. The program makes learning an adventure using children’s natural curiosity and desire to move and explore. Toddlers in Motion will be giving free sample classes to celebrate their 20th year of educating children. Regular Winter 2010 Session runs from December 2 – February 10.
Where: Unitarian Church, 67 Church Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursdays, December 2- February 10.
Toddlers in Motion (15-30 months) at 9:15 am -10 am  
The Art Shop (18-30 months) at 10:15 am – 11:00 am
Music, Art & Storytime (24-48 months) at 11:15 am – 12:15 pm
Artist Portfolio Art Class for (ages 3-5) at 1:15 am – 2 pm
Cost: Toddlers in Motion $160 per session / The Art Shop $165 per session / Music, Art & Storytime $200 per session / Artist Portfolio Art Class $165 per session. Call Jan Mckee at 973.783.1537 or click here for more information.

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Who: Mommies and their toddlers ages 15 months – 5 years.
What: Toddlers in Motion is a Mommy and Me program offering a variety of classes for moms and their toddlers to enjoy and bond together.
Where: Unitarian Church, 67 Church Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursday, January 27:
 Toddlers in Motion (ages 15-30 months) at 9:15 am – 10 am.
The Art Shop (ages 20-30 months) at 10:15 am -11 am.
Music, Art & Storytime (ages 24-48 months) at 11:15 am -12:15 pm.
Artist Portfolio  (ages 3-5 years) at 1:15 pm -2 pm.
Cost: Call for a free introductory class or for more information at 973.783.1537.

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Who: All ages.
What: Here’s your chance to learn about Mandarin Chinese philosophy, meet the found of Bilingual Buds, and visit some of the classroom in the midst of preparation for the Chinese New Year.
Where: Bilingual Buds Immersion School for Children, 175 Riverside Boulevard at 68^th Street, New York, NY.
When: Thursday, January 27 at 9 am.
Cost: Free. RSVP required by January 17. To RSVP call 908.598.8088 or email.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Tony Award winning musical The 25^th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is now at Papermill Playhouse! Follow of the story of six quirky competitors and three eccentric adults as they search for spelling bee glory!
Where: Papermill Playhouse, 22 Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 at 7:30 pm.
Cost: Tickets available for $25-84 per person. Click here for information and online ticketing or call the Box Office at 973.376.4344.

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Who: Ages 13 to adult.
What: The Big Bad Wolf is going on trail for his actions. Little Red Riding Hood, the 3 Little Pigs and more are in court to testify! Auditions are being held for children, teen, and adult actors. Male and female roles are available. Audition sides will be provided. No monologues, fees, or membership required.
Where: Studio Players, 14 Alvin Place, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 at 7 pm.
Cost: No fees required for auditioning. Click here for roles and information.

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Who: Ages 8 and up.
What: Learn how to mix your own lotion and body sprays with all natural ingredients! Bring a 4-8 oz spray bottle for body sprays.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 612B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 at 6:30 pm.
Cost: $30 per class for adults and teens, $25 per class for children ages 8-12 and adults over 60. Advance registration is required as space is limited. Call 973.228.8776 for information and to register.

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Who: Ages 7-12.
What: Explore the physics behind what makes roller coasters roll! This hands-on workshop will teach participants about slope, curve, and spiral in order to build up optimal speed, height, and trajectory.
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 612B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 at 4:30 pm.
Cost: $10 per child. Advance registration is required as space is limited. Call 973.353.1338 for information and to register.

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Who: Kids ages 5 and up.
What: 2011 is the Year of the Rabbit. Little chefs will learn all about Chinese New Year as they make a rabbit cupcake, spring rolls with dipping sauce and a Chinese lantern.
Where: Whole Foods Market, 235 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 at 4 pm
Cost: $5. This class fills fast so register today at customer service or call 973.669.3196.

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Who: Young children.
What: Come in for themed pottery fun to go with the weekly music and stories! This week is a reading of Llama, Llama Red Pajama and paint a bunny!
Where: Color Me Mine, 438 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 at 10:30 am – 11:30 am.
Cost: $15 per child plus tax. Reservations required. Call 908.598.0248 to reserve your spot or or more information.

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Who: Parents looking for a preschool.
What: Open House to learn more about Shoresh Preschool, which offers programs for children ages 2 – 5.
Where: Shoresh Preschool at Temple Ner Tamid, 936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ.
When: Wednesday, January 26 from 10:30 am – 12 pm and Thursday, January 27 from 7 pm – 8:30 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Adults and their kids.
What: Learn about the YMCA’s Strong Kids Campaign while enjoying free food. Babysitting available for kids. They will eat pizza and enjoy musical entertainment.
Where: South Mountain YMCA, 13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Tuesday, January 25 from 7 pm – 8:30 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Ages 7-12.
What: Learn all about the earth’s fantastic geologic creations in this hands-on activities club!
Where: Essex County Environmental Center, 612B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesday, January 25 at 4 pm.
Cost: $6 per child. Advance registration is required as space is limited. Call 973.228.8776 for information and to register.