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Who: Parents of middle schoolers or soon-to-be middle schoolers.
What: A panel discussion for parents about marijuana use among middle school students.
Where: Union Congregational Church, Assembly Room,176 Cooper Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043
When: Thursday, January 31 from 7 pm – 9 pm
Cost: Free

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Who: Parents of 9th, 10th and 11th graders.
What: Marcia Kramer, an Educational Consultant with over 20 years experience will be here to talk about the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate this journey. Some of the topics she will cover will include: Creating a well thought out college list, Drafting a clear and cohesive college resume, Getting the right recommendations, Tackling the personal statement/college essay, How to make the most out of your college visits.
Where: Temple Ner Tamid, 936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ.
When: Thursday, January 31 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information or to register please contact Missy Jacobs LSW, Synagogue Social Work Consultant at 973-338-1500 x8 or mjacobs@nertmaid.org.

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Who: Ages 7 and up.
What: Jorge Aguirre, author of the critically acclaimed graphic novel ‘Giants Beware,’
visits Montclair Public Library for a kids’ book-talk! Mr. Aguirre will discuss his
process for writing ‘Giants’ and participate in a Q&A followed by a book signing.
Books will be available for purchase courtesy of Watchung Booksellers.
Jorge Aguirre is a TV, film, and book writer. New York Times called ‘Giants Beware’
a “rollicking fun adventure.”  It received a starred review from Publisher’s Weekly
and was named one of the Top 10 graphic novels of 2012 by the California Library
Association. Jorge has written many episodes of Nickelodeon’s ‘Dora the Exlporer’
and ‘Go Diego, Go,’ Disney Channel’s ‘Handy Manny’ and ‘Imagination Movers,’ and the
PBS series ‘Martha Speaks.’ He is currently working on an original pilot for the
Disney Channel called ‘Goldie & Little Bear.’ Jorge is based in Montclair, New
Jersey.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ (In the auditorium).
When: Thursday, January 31 at 5:00 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required. The first 10 children to register and attend get a complimentary book for signing courtesy of Montclair Public Library. Child must attend program to receive book; 1 book per family.

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Who: Ages 8-12 with special needs.
What: A sports and recreation program including group swim and yoga targeted to children diagnosed with Asperberger’s syndrome and ADD/ADHD.
Where: JCC MetroWest, 760 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
When: Thursdays, January 31 to May 16 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.
Cost: $420 Member / $490 Guest. For more information click here, or contact Jessica Walder at 973.530.3507 or jwalder@jccmetrowest.org.

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Who: All ages
What: Kids will be invited to help prepare Veggiecation Program’s recipes, sample culinary creations, experience vegetables in their raw form and cast a vote on how they liked the recipes. Kids will take home complimentary character coloring pages, word games, mazes and stickers. Parents will receive a copy of the recipes created.
Where: Whole Foods Market, 701 Bloomfield Avenue Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Thursday, January 31 from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
Cost: Free, but sign up to reserve a spot at Customer Service today!

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Who: 4th through 9th graders.
What: Fun reading group at the Glen Ridge Library.
Where: Glen Ridge Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When:
Graders 4 & 5: Thursdays from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Grades 6 & 7: Tuesday from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Grades 8 & 9: Wednesdays from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Ages 3 to 6.
What: Mother Goose is designed to promote literacy among our preschool-aged patrons.
Picture books, flannel board stories, songs and puppets are used to build upon
children’s natural enthusiasm for books and reading. Children of all abilities
welcome.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Thursdays, January 31, February 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 2:00 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required. Registration begins January 22.

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Who: Toddlers and their caregivers. Must be Glen Ridge residents.
What: Fun storytime for toddlers.
Where: Glen Ridge Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When: Thursdays starting January 24 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Parents of children entering preschool.
What: Registration for preschool in September 2013. Students in the four-year-old program must be four by December 31, 2013. Those entering the three-year-old program must be three by October 1, 2013.
Where: Montclair Community Pre-K, 49 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, January 22 (priority four-year-olds), Wednesday-Friday, January 23-25 (all four-year-olds). Monday, January 28 (priority three-year-olds) and Tuesday-Thursday, January 29-31 (all three-year-olds). All days 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call 973-509-4500.

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Who: All ages.
What: An exciting new offering for Temple Ner Tamid this year, offering the artistically inclined a chance to combine their talents with the study of sacred text. The course will begin with group text study and an introduction to midrash. The class will meet monthly to discuss the text and share and discuss the progression of their artwork. Students will do the majority of their artwork at home or in their personal studio. The class is a unique way to study, meet other Temple members and express your Judaic soul through an atristic medium.
The artists and instructions, Cantorial Assistant Ronni Pressman and Vicki Reikes Fox, are each exceptional artists, and have been participating and leading similar groups for many years both in NYC and locally.
Where: Temple Ner Tamid, 936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ.
When: Thursdays, January 31, February 28, March 28 and April 25.
Cost: $36.

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Who: Grades 3-5.
What: Start the New Year right: join the new Books & Bites Reading Club! Each month a new
book will be discussed followed by a craft and a bite to eat. Don’t miss out on the
fun – this is not your mother’s book club!
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesday, Janurary 30 from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required. Books available to check out on your library card when you register.

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Who: All ages.
What: Opportunities for little fingers to make craft projects and older children to make wearable art projects!
Where: Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Wednesdays, January 9 through 30 at 11:30 am for younger kids and from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm for older children.
Cost: Free. For more information please call (973) 226-8636.

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Who: 4th through 9th graders.
What: Fun reading group at the Glen Ridge Library.
Where: Glen Ridge Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When:
Graders 4 & 5: Thursdays from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Grades 6 & 7: Tuesday from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Grades 8 & 9: Wednesdays from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Preschoolers and their caregivers. Must be Glen Ridge residents.
What: Fun storytime for preschoolers.
Where: Glen Ridge Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When: Wednesdays starting January 23 from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Ages 3 to 5 with an adult.
What: Join us at Van Vleck House & Gardens for an afternoon of discovery in and around the gardens. Each program will include a guided hike, hands-on activities and a story. Parents or caregivers must accompany each child.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesdays, January 30 (Discovering Winter), February 13 (Cards from Nature), February 27 (Maple Sugaring), March 13 (Nature Frames), March 27 (Tomatoes From Seed), April 17 (Birds and Nests), April 24 (Recycled Crafts), May 8 (Flower Fun), May 22 (Pizza Gardens), June 12 (Bug Life) and June 26 (Sun Catchers) from 1:15 pm to 2:00 pm.
Cost: $7 per child who are friends of Van Vleck and $12 per child for others. No fee for accompanying adults. To register, call (973) 744-4752 ex.11 or email Michelle Wiessner at education@vanvleck.org

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Who: Two-year-olds with their caregivers.
What: Toddler Time is a special story time for two-year-olds and the adults in their
lives. Picture books, flannel board stories, nursery rhymes and finger plays are
used to introduce the pleasures of books. Children of all abilities welcome.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesdays, January 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 10:30 am and 11:30 am.
Cost: Free. Registration required. Registration begins January 22.

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Who: All ages.
What: Opportunities for little fingers to make craft projects and older children to make wearable art projects!
Where: Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Wednesdays, January 9 through 30 at 11:30 am for younger kids and from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm for older children.
Cost: Free. For more information please call (973) 226-8636.

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Who: Two-year-olds with their caregivers.
What: Toddler Time is a special story time for two-year-olds and the adults in their
lives. Picture books, flannel board stories, nursery rhymes and finger plays are
used to introduce the pleasures of books. Children of all abilities welcome.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Wednesdays, January 30, February 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 10:30 am and 11:30 am.
Cost: Free. Registration required. Registration begins January 22.

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Who: Parents of children entering preschool.
What: Registration for preschool in September 2013. Students in the four-year-old program must be four by December 31, 2013. Those entering the three-year-old program must be three by October 1, 2013.
Where: Montclair Community Pre-K, 49 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, January 22 (priority four-year-olds), Wednesday-Friday, January 23-25 (all four-year-olds). Monday, January 28 (priority three-year-olds) and Tuesday-Thursday, January 29-31 (all three-year-olds). All days 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call 973-509-4500.

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Who: Parents and caregivers.
What: Superintendent MacCormack will speak followed by a presentation by renaissance Middle School staff.
Where:  Renaissance @ Rand Middle school, 176 North Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042
When: Tuesday, January 29 from 7 pm – 9 pm
Cost: Free. Child care is graciously provided by Montclair State University graduate education students.

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Who: Ages 6 to 12.
What: Enjoy a four-week chess program led by Marwan Ismail. Learn by playing the game and
improve along the way with tactical tips and expertise. Marwan Ismail has been
playing chess for fifteen years and has competed amongst national chess masters. He
is currently a student at Rutgers University and was one of Rutgers chess club’s top
five players.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.
Cost: Free. Registration required.

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Who: Ages 2 and up.
What: Go and enjoy a fun story time and coloring too!
Where: Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesdays, January 8 through 29 at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call (973) 226-8626.

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Who: 4th through 9th graders.
What: Fun reading group at the Glen Ridge Library.
Where: Glen Ridge Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When:
Graders 4 & 5: Thursdays from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Grades 6 & 7: Tuesday from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Grades 8 & 9: Wednesdays from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Ages 2 and up.
What: Go and enjoy a fun story time and coloring too!
Where: Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesdays, January 8 through 29 at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call (973) 226-8626.

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Who: Babies (Newborns to 23 months.) with their caregivers.
What: Babies meet babies! This lap program is designed to acquaint parents and caregivers
with the resources available in the library for their children. Rhymes, songs,
language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session. Make
baby’s first library experience a special one. Children of all abilities welcome.
Where: Montclair Public Library (Auditorium), 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesdays, January 29, February 5, 19, and 26, Newborns-13 months at 10:30 am and 14-23 months at 11:30 am.
Cost: Free. Registration required. Registration begins January 22.

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Who: Ages 2 and up.
What: Go and enjoy a fun story time and coloring too!
Where: Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesdays, January 8 through 29 at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call (973) 226-8626.

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Who: Babies (Newborns to 23 months.) with their caregivers.
What: Babies meet babies! This lap program is designed to acquaint parents and caregivers
with the resources available in the library for their children. Rhymes, songs,
language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session. Make
baby’s first library experience a special one. Children of all abilities welcome.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesdays, January 29, February 5, 19, and 26, Newborns-13 months at 10:30 am and 14-23 months at 11:30 am.
Cost: Free. Registration required. Registration begins January 22.

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Who: Ages 2 and up.
What: Go and enjoy a fun story time and coloring too!
Where: Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Tuesdays, January 8 through 29 at 10:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:00 pm and 3:30 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call (973) 226-8626.

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Who: Toddlers and their caregivers. Must be Glen Ridge residents.
What: Fun storytime for toddlers.
Where: Glen Ridge Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When: Tuesdays starting January 22 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Parents of prospective students.
What: Visit St. Rose of Lima Academy, a school with a Catholic values-based curriculum, state of the art science and technology labs, interactive SmartBoard technology in all classrooms PreK-Grade 8, and a newly renovated computer lab and library.
Where: St. Rose of Lima Academy, 52 Short Hill Avenue, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 27 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm, and Tuesday, January 29 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Parents of children entering preschool.
What: Registration for preschool in September 2013. Students in the four-year-old program must be four by December 31, 2013. Those entering the three-year-old program must be three by October 1, 2013.
Where: Montclair Community Pre-K, 49 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, January 22 (priority four-year-olds), Wednesday-Friday, January 23-25 (all four-year-olds). Monday, January 28 (priority three-year-olds) and Tuesday-Thursday, January 29-31 (all three-year-olds). All days 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call 973-509-4500.

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Who: Parents of preschoolers or future preschoolers.
What: Every Tuesday through the spring, The Children’s House will open its doors for prospective parents to see teachers and their students at work. Parents can observe two different programs—the Young Three Program, for students who will turn three by April of the current school year, and the Three to Six Program, for students turning three by October through age six.
Where: The Children’s House, 26 Montrose Avenue, Verona, NJ.
When: Every Tuesday morning through the Spring.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Moms.
What: Here at Suburban Essex Holistic Moms, our members RULE! (Literally!) At this month’s meeting, our members will get the opportunity to plan the upcoming year’s activities, topics, speakers, and bring their fresh new ideas into fruition!
Where: Tempo! Music Studio, 145 Vreeland Avenue, Nutley, NJ.
When: Monday, January 28 at 7:00 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Parents.
What: A comedy show starring Judy Gold, Creator/Star of “The Judy Show My Life as a Sitcom,” hosted by Susie Essman “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” The show will raise money for REED Academy, a school for autistic children in Oakland, NJ.
Where: The Wellmont Theatre, 5 Seymour Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Monday, January 28 at 7:00 pm.
Cost: $100+ (depending on what you wish to donate). To purchase tickets, click here.

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Who: Young kids.
What: Get off to an early start observing Groundhog Day. Visit the library to make a project, enjoy a snack, and celebrate this awesome critter’s knack for predicting the arrival of spring.
Where: Roseland Free Public Library, 20 Roseland Avenue, Roseland, NJ.
When: Monday, January 28 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
Cost: Free.

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Who: Parents of children entering preschool.
What: Registration for preschool in September 2013. Priority on this day will be given to returning parents of three-year-olds. Students in the four-year-old program must be four by December 31, 2013. Those entering the three-year-old program must be three by October 1, 2013.
Where: Montclair Community Pre-K, 49 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ.
When: Tuesday, January 22 (priority four-year-olds), Wednesday-Friday, January 23-25 (all four-year-olds). Monday, January 28 (priority three-year-olds) and Tuesday-Thursday, January 29-31 (all three-year-olds). All days 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information please call 973-509-4500.

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Who: All ages.
What: Queen concert with Montclair School of Rock.
Where: James Caldwell High School, 245 Westville Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27 at 6:00 pm (doors open at 5:00 pm).
Cost: $10 – all proceeds for Music & More. This show is general admission with no reserved seating.  Refreshments will be available.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Strollers present Bottom’s Dream, a children’s theatre production based on Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Families are invited to enter a faraway magical forest where bumbling craftsmen and mischievous fairies frolic.
Where: The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Fridays, January 18 and 25 at 7:00 pm, Saturdays, January 19 and 26 at 2:00 pm and Sundays, January 20 and 27 at 2:00 pm.
Cost: $7. For more information call 973-761-8453.

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Who: All ages.
What: interACT Theatre Productions presents Charlotte’s Web. Charlotte’s Web is the memorable story of Wilbur, a little pig who becomes famous with the help of his clever friend Charlotte and their chatty animal neighbors. As the runt of the litter, Wilbur struggles to survive from the very beginning. Fern begs her father, Mr. Arable, to raise Wilbur and nurse him to health. Fern succeeds and Wilbur moves to Zuckerman Farm, where he learns the true meaning of friendship from the wise gray spider Charlotte. When it becomes apparent that Wilbur is being well fed for a reason, Charlotte and Wilbur are determined to foil Mr. Zuckerman’s plans. With the help of Charlotte and her “terrific” webs, Templeton the rat, and other barnyard friends, Wilbur becomes the prize-winning pig of the County Fair and the most famous pig ever. Lessons of friendship, loyalty, and truth bind this story together and show readers that friends come in all shapes and sizes.
Where: The Resident Theater at the Baird, 5 Mead Street, 3rd Floor, South Orange, NJ.
When: Fridays through Sundays, January 25, 26 and 27 and February 1, 2 and 3. January 25, January 26 and February 1 and 2 at 8:00 pm. January 26 and 27 and February 3 at 2:00 pm.
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for students.

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Who: Parents of prospective students.
What: Visit St. Rose of Lima Academy, a school with a Catholic values-based curriculum, state of the art science and technology labs, interactive SmartBoard technology in all classrooms PreK-Grade 8, and a newly renovated computer lab and library.
Where: St. Rose of Lima Academy, 52 Short Hill Avenue, Short Hills, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 27 from 12:00 to 1:30 pm, and Tuesday, January 29 from 9:30 am to 10:30 am.
Cost: Free.

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Who: New parents expecting a child.
What: Come learn the secrets of high grade essential oils and experience them yourself! The first session focuses on how essential oils help you through pregnancy and birth and the second session focuses on taking care of the who family with essential oils. Sessions are with Sharon Castelli, a certified clinical aromatherapist.
Where: Montclair B.A.B.Y., 113 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 27 from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm. First session from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm and second session from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
Cost: $10 for each session and $15 for both sessions.

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Who: Families in search of summer camps for their children.
What: A camp fair for families looking for a great summer camp.
Where: Ramada Inn, 130 State Route 10, East Hanover, NJ.
When: Sunday, January 27 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information, to register, and to find out what camps will be attending, click here.

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Who: Children with special needs and without.
What: A special service for families with children with special needs.
Where: St. John’s Episcopal Church, 55 Montclair Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042
When: 9 am every 2nd and 4th Sunday each month. (January 13th and 27th)
Cost: Free.

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Who: All ages.
What: interACT Theatre Productions presents Charlotte’s Web. Charlotte’s Web is the memorable story of Wilbur, a little pig who becomes famous with the help of his clever friend Charlotte and their chatty animal neighbors. As the runt of the litter, Wilbur struggles to survive from the very beginning. Fern begs her father, Mr. Arable, to raise Wilbur and nurse him to health. Fern succeeds and Wilbur moves to Zuckerman Farm, where he learns the true meaning of friendship from the wise gray spider Charlotte. When it becomes apparent that Wilbur is being well fed for a reason, Charlotte and Wilbur are determined to foil Mr. Zuckerman’s plans. With the help of Charlotte and her “terrific” webs, Templeton the rat, and other barnyard friends, Wilbur becomes the prize-winning pig of the County Fair and the most famous pig ever. Lessons of friendship, loyalty, and truth bind this story together and show readers that friends come in all shapes and sizes.
Where: The Resident Theater at the Baird, 5 Mead Street, 3rd Floor, South Orange, NJ.
When: Fridays through Sundays, January 25, 26 and 27 and February 1, 2 and 3. January 25, January 26 and February 1 and 2 at 8:00 pm. January 26 and 27 and February 3 at 2:00 pm.
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for students.

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Who: South Mountain YMCA members only. Space is limited to the first 30 registrations.
What: Teens will enjoy dinner, snacks, and breakfast along with group games, basketball, and lots of fun. Boys will sleep in the gym and the girls will sleep in the program center.
Where: South Mountain YMCA, 13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 26 at 7:30 pm through Sunday, January 27 at 8:30 am.
Cost: $25 per child. Pre-registration is required. Space is very limited, so register early. Click here for a registration form. Return the form with payment to Summit Mountain YMCA, 13 Jefferson Avenue, Maplewood or fax the form to 973-762-2064. For more information click here.

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Who: All ages.
What: Queen concert with Montclair School of Rock.
Where: James Caldwell High School, 245 Westville Avenue, West Caldwell, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 26 and Sunday, January 27 at 6:00 pm (doors open at 5:00 pm).
Cost: $10 – all proceeds for Music & More. This show is general admission with no reserved seating.  Refreshments will be available.

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Who: All ages.
What: interACT Theatre Productions presents Charlotte’s Web. Charlotte’s Web is the memorable story of Wilbur, a little pig who becomes famous with the help of his clever friend Charlotte and their chatty animal neighbors. As the runt of the litter, Wilbur struggles to survive from the very beginning. Fern begs her father, Mr. Arable, to raise Wilbur and nurse him to health. Fern succeeds and Wilbur moves to Zuckerman Farm, where he learns the true meaning of friendship from the wise gray spider Charlotte. When it becomes apparent that Wilbur is being well fed for a reason, Charlotte and Wilbur are determined to foil Mr. Zuckerman’s plans. With the help of Charlotte and her “terrific” webs, Templeton the rat, and other barnyard friends, Wilbur becomes the prize-winning pig of the County Fair and the most famous pig ever. Lessons of friendship, loyalty, and truth bind this story together and show readers that friends come in all shapes and sizes.
Where: The Resident Theater at the Baird, 5 Mead Street, 3rd Floor, South Orange, NJ.
When: Fridays through Sundays, January 25, 26 and 27 and February 1, 2 and 3. January 25, January 26 and February 1 and 2 at 8:00 pm. January 26 and 27 and February 3 at 2:00 pm.
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for students.

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Who: All ages.
What: The Strollers present Bottom’s Dream, a children’s theatre production based on Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Families are invited to enter a faraway magical forest where bumbling craftsmen and mischievous fairies frolic.
Where: The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts, 10 Durand Road, Maplewood, NJ.
When: Fridays, January 18 and 25 at 7:00 pm, Saturdays, January 19 and 26 at 2:00 pm and Sundays, January 20 and 27 at 2:00 pm.
Cost: $7. For more information call 973-761-8453.

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Who: Ages 6 and up.
What:   Embark on a magical journey through Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s beloved book in this puppet-filled production that brings together some of the creative minds behind the Muppets. Follow the Little Prince as he leaves his home planet, lands on Earth, and sets out to learn about love, loss, laughter, and the inherent flaws within us all. This Little Prince features puppet creations by Emmy Award-winner Michael Schupbach (of Jim Henson’s Muppet Workshop) and Monkey Boys Productions (whose Broadway work includes Avenue Q and Little Shop of Horrors).
Where: NJPAC, Victoria Theater, 1 Center Street, Newark, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 26 at 2:00 pm.
Cost: $20-$22. Click here to purchase tickets online

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Who: Families in search of summer camps for their children.
What: A camp fair for families looking for a great summer camp.
Where: The Shops at Riverside, 390 Hackensack Avenue, Hackensack, NJ.
When: Saturday, January 26 from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
Cost: Free. For more information, to register, and to find out what camps will be attending, click here.