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Who: Kids ages 4 – 6.
What: Leap Day only comes around once every four years. Join a Naturalist a day early and spend the afternoon learning about a wide variety of animals in search of ones who can leap.
Where: Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ.
When: Wednesday, February 29 from 4 pm – 5:30 pm
Cost: $9. Call 908.766.2489 for more information.

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Who: Little kids and tweens.
What: It is time to get your kids’ hands dirty…in the kitchen that is! Join the Kids Culinary Class where little chefs will be invited to help prepare Veggiecation Program’s recipes and sample their culinary creations. Parents will receive a copy of Veggiecation Program’s recipes created that day.
Where: Whole Foods West Orange, 235 Prospect Ave, West Orange, NJ.
When: Tuesday, February at 4 pm.
Cost: Free, but please register online here, call 973.669.3196 or visit Customer Service.

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Who: All ages.
What: This annual favorite will feature music for the whole family! The Bloomfield Symphony Orchestra will play light classics, music from the movies, music from Broadway, Waltzes from Vienna, Marches from John Philip Sousa and more.  This is our time to let our hair down and have a rollicking good time.
Where: Bloomfield Middle School, 60 Huck Road, Bloomfield, NJ
When: Sunday, February 26 at 3 pm
Cost: $10 if purchased in advance here or $15 at the door.

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Who: Tweens and older.
What: The 2012 Bloomfield High School Winter Musical Production of Jesus Christ Superstar with lyrics by Tim Rice and Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Where: Bloomfield High School, 160 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ
When: February 23, 24 and 25 at 7:30 pm and on February 26 at 2 pm.
Cost: Tickets are $12 at the door. Call 973 680-8600 for more information.

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Who: Parents.
What: We tell our kids to calm down and “use your words”, but what about us? You can be an effective disciplinarian without losing your temper. Speaker: Betsy Wald, MSW, MLIS, Director Glen Rock Public Library, positive parenting coach.
Where: Playhouse, 88 Franklin Ave, West Orange, NJ
When: Sunday, February 26 at 2 pm.
Cost: Suggested $10. Please contact Playhouse at 973-736-9451 for further information or with any questions.

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Who: Kids.
What: We’ve all heard the story of Cinderella a thousand times, but we’ve never heard about Bob, her long lost twin brother who’s living in the same kingdom with different wicked stepfamilies. With the help of the Fairy Godmother, the Godfather (who’s no fairy!) and a lot of luck, Cinderella and Bob find a way to attend the kingdom’s festivities! Twinderella will delight audiences of all ages!
Where: Studio Playhouse, 14 Alvin Place, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Performances dates are Saturdays and Sundays, February 18, 19, 25, 26 at 1:30 and 3:30 pm each day.
Cost: $8. 973.744.9752

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Who: Little kids and their families.
What: The Mama Doni Band is back for a pre-Purim concert featuring brand new songs and a costume parade. Families will receive free CDs and giveaways at the concert.
Where: Museum of Jewish Heritage, 36 Battery Place, at 1st Place, NYC.
When: Sunday, February 26 1:30 – 3:30pm – Craft activities – Free with concert ticket. Concert at 2:30 pm.
Cost: $10, $7 children 10 and under; Museum members: $7, $5 children 10 and under Purchase tickets here.

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Who: All ages.
What: “Big Jeff” and the Bouncy People will perform at an authentic Austro-Hungarian beer garden. Enjoy brunch and see a show which will include original country tunes, well-known children’s favorites, family-friendly classic rock, jumping, clapping, jingle bells, singing along and dancing on one leg!
Where: Pilsener Haus Biergarten, 1422 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
When: Sunday, February 26 from 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Ages 4-9.
What: Join MAM and the French Institute Alliance Française as MAM screens the French film,  Hugo et le dragon. This musical film uses puppets to tell the story of a small village plunged into darkness after the dragon Bijou eats the sun and stars to satisfy his ferocious appetite. Armed with only his telescope, a village boy named Hugo defeats Bijou, restoring the sun and stars. A captivating story! In French without subtitles, the film will be introduced in English; non-French speakers will be able to follow the story line. The screening will be followed by a 20-minute arts workshop inspired by the film.
Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 25 at 3:30 pm.
Cost: $5 per child.

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Who: All ages.
What: Celebrate Black History Month with a dance and drum performance by the Dance Theater & Education Center of Irvington NJ and Rudy Walker’s Pamoja Drummers. This year’s special guest speaker is Brenda Blackmon, co-anchor of WWOR-TV My-9 News.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 25 at 2 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required 973-744-0500 ext.2262.

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Who: Kids.
What: We’ve all heard the story of Cinderella a thousand times, but we’ve never heard about Bob, her long lost twin brother who’s living in the same kingdom with different wicked stepfamilies. With the help of the Fairy Godmother, the Godfather (who’s no fairy!) and a lot of luck, Cinderella and Bob find a way to attend the kingdom’s festivities! Twinderella will delight audiences of all ages!
Where: Studio Playhouse, 14 Alvin Place, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Performances dates are Saturdays and Sundays, February 18, 19, 25, 26 at 1:30 and 3:30 pm each day.
Cost: $8. 973.744.9752

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Who: All ages.
What: Celebrate the Himalayan New Year (Losar) with a day of art, crafts, food, music and more at the Rubin Museum of Art. Contribute to a giant collaborative mandala, construct colorful butter sculptures and sip on some Himalayan butter tea, explore the galleries on an amazing story drama tour, and enjoy traditional music performances.
Where: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th Street, NYC.
When: Saturday, February 25 from 12 pm – 5 pm.
Cost: $10 per child /$7 children of members, Adults pay regular admission fees, Free to children under 1 year and Cool Culture members.

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Who: Little kids.
What:A weekly storytime featuring books and crafts. Today’s picks: What Animal Really Like by Fiona Robinson and The Little Pea by Eric Battut
Where: Watchung Booksellers, 54 Fairfield Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042
When: Saturday, February 25 at 10:30 am.
Cost: Free

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Who: Autistic children and their families.
What: Family favorite films shown in a comfortable way for children with autism.
Where: AMC Theaters: AMC Wayne 14, 67 Willowbrook Blvd, Wayne, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 25 at 10 am.
Cost: $4 – $6 depending on location. For more information visit the Autism Society.

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Who: Little kids.
What: Bring the kids into any Lowe’s store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.
Where: Your local Lowe’s:
1721 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 25 at 10 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: All ages.
What: Activities offered continuously on these dates from 10:00am until 4:00pm include syrup making, flour milling, butter making and pancake sampling. Sap gathering takes place at noon and at 2:00pm. Tree tapping demonstrations are held at 11:00am, 1 pm and 3 pm.
Where: Howell Living History Farm, 70 Wooden Lane, Lambertville, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 25 and March 3 from 10 am – 4 pm
Cost: Free admission. Children’s craft is $2

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Who: All ages.
What: Professional flamenco dancer and teacher, Antonia Messina of VivaFlamencoNJ, will play Spanish guitar while dancers will perform and demonstrate the fiery music from Southern Spain.
Where: The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ
When: Saturday, February 25 at 9:30 am and 11 am
Cost: $5 per person. Tickets sold at the door.

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Who: Seuss fans of all ages.
What: Bring the kids to your local Target for Dr. Seuss Storytime to hear a live reading of The Lorax, receive free goody bags, take part in fun activities, and more.
Where: Your local Target:
30 Kingsland Road, Clifton, NJ.
632 Route 46 E, Fairfield, NJ.
2235 Springfield Avenue, Vauxhall, NJ
When: Saturday, February 25 between 9 am and 11 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Tweens and older.
What: The 2012 Bloomfield High School Winter Musical Production of Jesus Christ Superstar with lyrics by Tim Rice and Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Where: Bloomfield High School, 160 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ
When: February 23, 24 and 25 at 7:30 pm and on February 26 at 2 pm.
Cost: Tickets are $12 at the door. Call 973 680-8600 for more information.

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Who: Families with children ages infant to 6.
What: Families with children from infant through age 6 are invited to a special evening of Shabbat songs, blessings and stories. The child-friendly service is followed by an informal dinner giving families an opportunity to meet and socialize, with supervised activities for children. Non-members are welcome. Those attending are asked to bring a vegetarian or dairy dish for six or make a donation of $18 per family
Where: Bnai Keshet, 99 So. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Friday, February 24 at 5:30 p.m.
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: Star Wars fans ages 5 – 12.
What: A special kids-only Star Wars night of Deathstar Science, Star Wars origami, C3P0 Robot Disco and more!
Where: The Geyer Family Y, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Friday, February 24 from 5:30 pm – 8 pm.
Cost: $25 per member child / $35 for non-members. Call 973.783.7640 to register.

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Who: Tweens and older.
What: The 2012 Bloomfield High School Winter Musical Production of Jesus Christ Super Star with lyrics by Tim Rice and Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Where: Bloomfield High School, 160 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ
When: February 23, 24 and 25 at 7:30 pm and on February 26 at 2 pm.
Cost:Tickets are $12 at the door. Call 973 680-8600 for more information.

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Who: Middle school students in Maplewood or South Orange.
What: Tom Kerns, Founder and President of the HK Community Fund of Maplewood & South Orange, who recently retired from Wall Street after a successful 30 year career, brings his expertise to the youth of Maplewood and South Orange. Classes will cover the basics of money — companies, stocks and investing, and learning how to save early and often.
Where: The HK Foundations Center, 515 Valley Street, Suite 130 in Maplewood, NJ.
When: February 23 from 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm.
Cost: $12.For further information please email or call 973.762.4062.

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Who: Girls in grades 5 and up an their moms.
What: Meet new friends and read ground-breaking and stimulating selections of ‘Tween’ fiction. Mothers and daughters are welcome to share the love of reading together in this inspiring community book club.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, February 22 at 4 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required 973-744-0500 ext.2262.

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Who: Ages 3-5.
What: Introduce your child to the joys of nature in Van Vleck’s Garden Discoveries! Each program includes a guided hike, hands-on activities, and a story.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, February 22 at 1:15 pm.
Cost: $7 / Friends: $12. No charge for adults. Call 973.744.4752 or click here for more information.

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Who: Ages 7  – 12.
What: Listen to Jeanette Winter’s Follow the Drinking Gourd and other books about the Underground Railroad, learn the symbols and meanings hidden in music and folk art
used by the secret heroes who fought to escape slavery. Enjoy Blues and Gospel freedom songs, including the Underground Railroad song “Follow the Drinking Gourd,” performed on acoustic guitar.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, February 21 at 4 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required 973-744-0500 ext.2262.

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Who: Ages 4 – 8.
What: Free yoga class for Glen Ridge resident kids.
Where: Glen Ridge Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When: Tuesday, February 21 from 11 am – 12 pm
Cost: Free. Registration required online here.

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Who: All ages.
What: One of the hottest bands in children’s music, Grammy® A
ward-winners Dan Zanes & Friends are hosting a musical party, and everyone’s invited! The former lead singer of the 1980s pop band, the Del Fuegos, Zanes has been dubbed “the crown prince of contemporary kids’ music” by People magazine. He gives children’s classics like “Waltzing Matilda” and “The Hokey Pokey” his own rockin’ spin, mixing in folk, country, Latino grooves, and smart, inventive original songs in both English and Spanish.
Where: State Theatre of NJ, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ
When: Monday, February 20 at 10:30 am
Cost: $10 – $20. Purchase online here.

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Who: All ages.
What: Play parlor games that George Washington might have played. Make a powdered wig like John Adams might have worn.  Try your hand at signing your name using a quill pen and ink like Thomas Jefferson would have done.  Churn butter the way Dolly Madison made it, and more.
Where: Montclair Historical Society, Israel Crane House, 108 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ 07042.
When: Monday, February 20 from 10 am – 12 pm.
Cost:$10 per child, includes the cost of all supplies and materials. Call 973-744-1796 to reserve a place by Thursday, February 16 or send a note here.

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Who: Toddlers to 5 years-old accompanied by a parent/caregiver.
What: Drop-in and create some masterpieces and let the Jazzberries staff clean-up afterwards. Two rooms are set up: an art room with various fun projects and the music room has toys. February will focus on Black History Month themes.
Where: Jazzberries Center for Music & Art, 1677 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ. 973.762.6575.
When: Monday, February 20 from 10 am – 1 pm.
Cost: $12.

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Who: Kids in grades k – 5.
What: Don’t just sit around on your day off from school – enjoy the great outdoors! Come hiking and learn about local parks and wildlife. These hikes have no agenda, so just come prepared to have fun! Meet at the Tulip Springs parking area off of Cherry Lane.
Where: Essex County South Mountain Reservation, Maplewood/Millburn, NJ
When: Monday, February 20 from 9:30 am – 11 am.
Cost:  $5/members, $7/non-members. Registration is required. Call 973.226.6082

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Who: Age 5-12.
What: Participants will spend their winter break learning how to use and create with various paints using a myriad of mediums.
Where: Express Yourself Studios, 1877 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Friday, February 17-24 from 9 am – 12 pm.
Cost: $150 for the week or $45 per child/per day. All materials included. Reservations required. Call 973.763.5256 for more information or to reserve your spot.

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Who: Grade school kids.
What: Join the JCC for trips, fun, and excitement. Children must bring kosher-dairy, nut-free lunch each day.
Where: JCC Metrowest, Cooperman JCC, 760 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
When: Monday, February 20 through Friday, February 24 from 9 am – 4 pm. Before/after camp care hours (7:30 am – 6 pm) available.
Cost: Members: $65, Guests: $80. Contact Rich Dinetz at 973.530.3929 or email here.

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Who: Kids in grades 1 – 8.
What: A day filled with fun activities.
Where: Montclair YMCA, 25 Park Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Monday, February 20, Tuesday, February 21 and Wednesday, February 22. Kids can be dropped off as early at 7:30 a.m. and picked up as late as 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Members – $47 a day / Non-members – $57 a day. In order to reserve a space for your child, payment and a registration form must be completed for each date attending. You must register within 3 business days prior to the program date.
Contact Dierdre at (973) 415-6123 for more information.

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Who: School age kids.
What: When school is closed and you need childcare, kids can enjoy swimming, arts & crafts, sports and more!
Where: Caldwell Community Center, One Provost Square, Caldwell, NJ
When: February 20 – 24. Available from 7:30 am – 5:30 pm.
Cost: $35 per day for members, and $55 per day for non‐members. If you are interested in signing up or have any questions, call the Community Center at 973.228.7665

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Who: Kids ages 3 – 6.
What: A day filled with fun activities: swimming, gym, arts and crafts and more!
Where: The Geyer Family YMCA, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Monday, February 20, Tuesday, February 21 and Wednesday, February 22. Kids can be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m. and picked up as late as 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Members – $47 a day / Non-members – $57 a day. In order to reserve a space for your child, payment and a registration form must be completed for each date attending. Please register within 3 business days prior to the program date. Registration received in less than 3 days prior to camp will be charged an additional $10 fee. Call (973) 783-7640 for more information and to sign-up.

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Who: Kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade.
What: The days will include games, sports, field trips, art & crafts and a variety of other activities. Ms. Kelly from the NJ Audubon Society will present a program about owls and their surroundings at 1 pm.
Where: South Mountain YMCA, 13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Monday, February 20. Full-day available (7:15 am – 7 pm)
Cost: Members – $70 a day / Non-members – $85 a day. Download your registration form here.

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Who: All ages.
What: This annual event engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird watchers to experts. A formal talk about Mrs. Edison and her bird watching and a Ranger lead walk will take place at the Glenmont Estate
Where:  Thomas Edison National Historical Park, 211 Main Street, West Orange, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 18 and Sunday, February 19 at 1:30 pm and again at 3:30 pm on both days.
Cost: Park admission is $7.

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Who: Kids.
What: We’ve all heard the story of Cinderella a thousand times, but we’ve never heard about Bob, her long lost twin brother who’s living in the same kingdom with different wicked stepfamilies. With the help of the Fairy Godmother, the Godfather (who’s no fairy!) and a lot of luck, Cinderella and Bob find a way to attend the kingdom’s festivities! Twinderella will delight audiences of all ages!
Where: Studio Playhouse, 14 Alvin Place, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Performances dates are Saturdays and Sundays, February 18, 19, 25, 26 at 1:30 and 3:30 pm each day.
Cost: $8. 973.744.9752

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Who: Little kids and their families.
What: Why I’m So Special tackles a very difficult, complicated subject in a sweet, whimsical way. A lighthearted picture book on surrogacy.
Where: WORDS, 179 Maplewood Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Sunday, February 19 at 12 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Families.
What: Essex Equestrian Center wants to invite you and your entire family to our stable. This special day is for everyone from the first time rider to the experienced.  Come and watch demonstrations on jumping, dressage and western.  There will be pony rides, a chance to groom a horse, face painting and games!
Where: Essex Equestrian Center, 12-22 Woodland Avenue, West Orange, NJ
When: Sunday, February 19 from 10 am – 4 pm
Cost: Free

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Who: Children ages 6 weeks to 9 years old.
What: Enjoy a night out without the kids, while they have a special play date with friends at the Y.
Where: South Mountain YMCA, 13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 18 from 6 pm – 10 pm.
Cost: One child: $30 / Two children: $45 / Three or more children: $70. Call 973.762.3658 for more information.

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Who: Ages 6 and up.
What: Celebrate Black History Month at the Brooklyn Children’s Museum. Transform words and images into art! Join us in celebrating American ingenuity through a creative collage project! Bring Black History to life as you use your imagination to patchwork memorable photographs and expressions in your own “art masterpiece” to take home.
Where: Brooklyn Children’s Museum, 145 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
When: Saturday, February 18 at 2:30 pm
Cost: Admission is $7.50 per person.

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Who: All ages.
What: This annual event engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird watchers to experts. A formal talk about Mrs. Edison and her bird watching and a Ranger lead walk will take place at the Glenmont Estate
Where:  Thomas Edison National Historical Park, 211 Main Street, West Orange, NJ.
When: Saturday, February 18 and Sunday, February 19 at 1:30 pm and again at 3:30 pm on both days.
Cost: Park admission is $7.

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Who: Kids.
What: We’ve all heard the story of Cinderella a thousand times, but we’ve never heard about Bob, her long lost twin brother who’s living in the same kingdom with different wicked stepfamilies. With the help of the Fairy Godmother, the Godfather (who’s no fairy!) and a lot of luck, Cinderella and Bob find a way to attend the kingdom’s festivities! Twinderella will delight audiences of all ages!
Where: Studio Playhouse, 14 Alvin Place, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Performances dates are Saturdays and Sundays, February 18, 19, 25, 26 at 1:30 and 3:30 pm each day.
Cost: $8. 973.744.9752

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Who: All ages.
What: This Mardi Gras, the coolest party north of New Orleans will be at Le Carrousel in Bryant Park. This bash promises masks, music, and more for kids of all ages. There’ll be a parade of all the dressed up revelers (remember: purple, gold, and green are the traditional Mardi Gras colors), beads galore, warm apple cider, and chocolate coins. Everyone’s invited and, of course, it’s all free. Magician R.J. Lewis, an old hand at Le Carrousel, will host and perform magic tricks, and music will be supplied by Dr. Zsa’s Zydeco Band.
Where: Le Carrousel at Bryant Park, 40th Street at Sixth Avenue, NYC
When: Saturday, February 18 from 1 pm – 2 pm
Cost: Entrance is free /carrousel ride $2