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CHEAP Movies in Hazlet at Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse
Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse: Ten Weeks of Cheap Movies for Kids! $1 per person, per movie, at the theatre box office on day of movie OR See all 10 for $5! Get a ten-week series punch card at the theatre box office, while supplies last, at participating theatres. New Jersey Cinemark locations participating in...
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Infant Story Time at Caldwell Library
For children newborn to age 2 with caregiver. Enjoy books, rhymes and songs with Ms. Kristen! No registration required to attend. Sign up to receive notifications, such as cancellations due to weather: https://goo.gl/forms/38Q8wGyh4UxszcAb2
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Childrens Story Time at Chatham Library
10:00 - 10:30 ~ Drop-In Storytime – Ages 3 & Younger 10:30 - 11:00 ~ Drop-In Storytime – Ages 3 1/2 & Up
Find out more »Story Time at Morristown and Morris Township Library
Pajama Story Time - Come listen to bedtime stories at the library. Pajamas are optional but be sure to stay for the milk and cookies! For Ages 4-8. Program runs from July 8th to August 12th.
Find out more »Michael’s Summer Camp – Camp Creativity
This summer Michael's Summer Camp, Camp Creativity is offering a 7 week program where kids can create crafts focusing a new theme each week. Michael's Summer Camp, Camp Creativity Michael's Camp Creativity Classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 am - 12 pm. The cost is $3 per 30 minute session for ages...
Find out more »Preschool Story Time at Bridgewater Library
Storytime & Craft (ages 3-5 years old) Join us for stories and songs for the whole family! **Due to the popularity of our early childhood programs, we appreciate your cooperation in attending only one storytime program per week.*
Find out more »Toddler Story Time at Clark Public Library
Tales for Tots: Stories, finger plays, and songs for active listeners. Geared toward ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Older children are welcome! 30 minutes of open play follows.
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Childrens Story Time at Chatham Library
10:00 - 10:30 ~ Drop-In Storytime – Ages 3 & Younger 10:30 - 11:00 ~ Drop-In Storytime – Ages 3 1/2 & Up
Find out more »Toddler Story Time at Voorhees Library
Event Type: Stories Age Group(s): Toddlers Date: 6/24/2019, 7/1/2019, 7/8/2019, 7/15/2019, 7/22/2019, 7/29/2019 Start Time: 10:30 AM End Time: 11:15 AM Description: Ages 18-36 months Stories, songs, finger plays, movements, and a coloring page. Registration opens June 10. Library: Voorhees Google Map Location: Voorhees 1st Floor Cafe Contact: Emily Moore
Find out more »Toddler Story Time at Mullica Hill Library
Join us for short stories, songs and a craft. Please register.
Find out more »Infant Story Time at Lee Memorial Library
Story time just for babies 18 months and younger. We’ll have fun songs and rhymes, a story, and a period of free play. Drop in.
Find out more »Family Story Time at Bellmawr Library
Ages 18 months-5 years. Families attend storytime together for stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is required and is for all 7 sessions. Summer Dates: 6/24/2019, 7/1/2019, 7/8/2019, 7/15/2019, 7/22/2019, 7/29/2019, 8/5/2019
Find out more »Children’s Story Time at Crosswicks Library Company
Join us for a story and a craft. All ages welcome. Registration not required.
Find out more »Preschool Story Time at Dover Library
Stories, songs & fun activities for children ages 3-5. No registration required.
Find out more »Toddler Story Time at Piscataway Library
Rhyme Time - (ages 6-36 months with a parent or caregiver) Share rhymes, finger plays, peek-a-boo games, and a story during this fast-paced 20-minute program. 10:30am – 10:50am No registration necessary.
Find out more »Barnes and Noble Story Time – Brick
Come and hear assorted children’s stories read by our enthusiastic booksellers.
Find out more »Toddler Sing-Along at Mendham Borough Library
MONDAYS @ 10:30-11:30AM Join Mr. Ryan and friends for singing, dancing, crafting and games. Ages 0-5.
Find out more »Preschool Story Time at Oakland Library
Story Time and a fun craft for three and four-yr.-olds and their caregiver. Registration is not required. There are two sessions: 10:30-11:15 and 1:00-1:45.
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Mommy, Daddy & Me Pre-K Series at The Outlets at Bergen Town Center
Interactive music sessions that include activities, instruments and song. Two 30 minute classes: 11 am to 11:30 am and 11:45 am to 12:15 pm. Class is recommended for 18 months to 4 years of age. Instructors from bergenPAC.
Find out more »Story Time and Craft at the Longport Library
Join us at the Longport branch of the Atlantic County Library every Monday (11am) & Saturday (10:30am) morning for our weekly Storytime and Craft! This event takes no longer than an hour, and does not require registration.
Find out more »Seining Along Sandy Hook Bay at Bayshore Waterfront Park
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11 a.m.-12 p.m. from June 24-August 23 Bayshore Waterfront Park, Port Monmouth Discover a variety of fish, crabs and other sea creatures as we pull a long seine net along the edge of Sandy Hook Bay. It will be a fun time for everyone as we find out what lives and...
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Free Movies for Teens in Bergenfield at Bergenfield Library
Every Monday, June through August, cool off in the library and watch movie marathons. Each Monday is a different theme! (All movies will be rated PG-13 and lower)
Find out more »Free Movies in Northfield at Otto Bruyns Library
Every Monday, the library will be showing kid-friendly movies every Monday at 1 pm! 2019 Free Movies in Northfield at Otto Bruyns Library Schedule July 1 - Dumbo July 8 - The King that Would be King July 15 - Spiderman: Into the Spiderverse July 22 - Lego Movie 2 July 29 - How...
Find out more »Preschool Story Time at Oakland Library
Story Time and a fun craft for three and four-yr.-olds and their caregiver. Registration is not required. There are two sessions: 10:30-11:15 and 1:00-1:45.
Find out more »Maker Space at Hoboken Library
Please come have fun and learn how to make buttons, key chains, magnets and lots more. We have a virtual reality headset, 3D printer and a variety of other creative activities. New devices almost every month! Ages 5 and up only please.
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Meet the Diggerland Mascots at Diggerland Weekday Events
Meet the Diggerland mascots at Diggerland events this summer.
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Butterfly Tent Safari at the Essex County Environmental Center 2019
Butterfly Tent Safari July 15, 2019 - July 26, 2019 Monday, July 15 through Friday, July 26 - 2pm to 3pm Saturdays—July 13, July 20 & July 27 - Special Programs TBA For all ages. Flutter on over and visit our live butterfly tent. All are welcome to make-and-take a butterfly craft and participate in...
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Children’s Story Time at Demarest Library
Little Wigglers Storytime – for ages birth to 4 Every Monday at 2:30pm Every Tuesday at 10:30am Every Wednesday at 10:30am Questions? Call Miss Kate at (201) 768-8714
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Jenkinson’s Boardwalk “Wild World of Animals Show” 2019
We are excited to welcome back The Wild World of Animals to Jenkinson’s again this summer! Both entertaining & educational, this wildlife show is sure to be a hit for all ages. The animal experts will be focusing on conservation while you learn many unique facts about these animals. Dates: Monday, July 15th through Friday...
Find out more »Perth Amboy Concerts By the Bay 2019
Concerts By The Bay - Bayview Park, Perth Amboy, NJ Sundays at 3 PM July - 7, 15, 21, 28 August - 4, 11, 18, 24 (Some concerts may be cancelled due to lack of funds) In case of inclement weather (rain or excessive heat), Concert will be held at the Robert N. Wilentz Elementary...
Find out more »Long Beach Free Paddle Boarding Lessons
Join South End Surf & Paddle to learn how to stand up paddle every Monday from 3-4pm at Bayview Park. A great activity for the whole family!
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Makerspace Monday/Tutor Time at Ferry Ave. Library
Make use of our new Mini-Makerspace items, including Lego robotics, Squishy Circuits, Snap Circuits, the Makey-Makey, and LittleBits. Runs concurrently with Tutor Time, where children and teens can get free homework help and nutritious snacks.
Find out more »Lego Club at Pt. Pleasant Beach Branch Library
Branch Location: Pt. Pleasant Beach Branch Type of Event: Program Audience: Kids Age Range: Ages 5 and Up Bring your imagination and have fun with our Lego collection. Meets the 3rd Monday of every month. Walk-ins welcome. Program sponsored by The Friends of the Point Pleasant Beach Library.
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Lego Club at the Deptford Library
Come build Lego creations at the Deptford Free Public Library and have your creations displayed in our display case. Open to children of all ages. No registration required.
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Lavallette Beach Treasure Hunt
An Event Fit For Children Of All Ages…Dig in the Sand and Find Coins! Every Participant Receives a Prize! Call (844) 365-6952 for more information!
Find out more »Beachcombing the Crest at Wildwood Crest Library
Beachcombing the Crest with Sue Slotterback Bring your own bucket! "Beachcombing the Crest" is presented by Sue Slotterback. This weekly event will take place on Mondays, beginning June 17th at 6:00 p.m. at the Wildwood Crest Library located at 6300 Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood Crest. Join Sue for a shoreline stroll on Monday evenings. We will...
Find out more »Jenkinson’s Boardwalk “Aquarium Beachcombing”
Explore our beach with our staff during this free program and see what treasures you can find! Great for families, couples or anyone who would like to learn about the critters that call Point Pleasant Beach home! All ages welcome, meet in front of the Aquarium to participate! *Weather permitting.
Find out more »Asbury Park Summer Concerts
There is something for everyone with our three free concert series that run throughout the summer with Music Mondays at Springwood Park (diverse music on Mondays), Asbury Park LIVE (emerging artists on Wednesdays) and Asbury Park Concert Band (big band music on Thursdays). Additional details are in the sections below. Asbury Park Music Mondays at...
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Moorestown Summer Concerts
The following concerts are held at the Moorestown Community House Lawn. (In case of inclement weather, concerts will be moved indoors). Children's Entertainment is at 6:30 PM and the Main Stage will be held at 7:00 PM. June 17 - MoorArts presents Children’s Entertainment at 6:30pm – Mother Goose “Burn Moore”, a band headed by Andrew...
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Cresskill Summer Concert 2019
Summer Concerts 2019 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm Reagan Field - 3rd Street Sports Complex Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray and dancing shoes! Line Up ~ July 8 - Rave On! July 15 - Larry Stevens Band July 22 - Kaylor and The Tin Cans July 31 - New Beginnings August 5 - School of...
Find out more »Barnegat Lighthouse Concerts 2019
Bay Breeze Park Pavilion, 6th & Bayview at 7:00pm. Bring your blankets &/or chairs, 609-494-9196 July 8th - Triple Rail Turn ~ Come out & listen to this group, new to Barnegat Light, play their “Modern Country” music. July 15th - No DisciplineBay ~ Enjoy some reggae by the bay with this popular group. July...
Find out more »Marlton Summer Concert Series 2019
6/11/2019 Evesham Township is excited to announce the 2019 Summer Concert Series! The concerts are held at the Gibson House, 535 E. Main Street, on Mondays starting July 8th.... doors open at 6:30pm and the 1 hour concert begins at 7pm. There are 8 concerts scheduled throughout the summer with a variety of musical entertainment...
Find out more »Kiddie Beach Shows on Jenkinson’s Boardwalk 2019
Kiddie Beach Shows every Monday at 7pm on the beach in front of the Amusement Park. From magic & princesses to juggling & illusions, the kiddies will have a blast! June 24th – Andrew’s Big Juggling and Variety Show July 1st – YOSI July 8th – Ron Valentine Show July 15th – Princess Show –...
Find out more »Long Beach Summer Concerts at Bayview Park
Free Concert Mondays & Tuesdays is Back! Join us from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Bayview Park! Long Beach Monday Night Concert Series Schedule: June 24 - Funk Shway July 1 - Jimmy Brogan Band July 8 - Dan Brown & The Empaths July 15 - The Danksters/Chris Burkhart (JETTY Coquina Jam Selection...
Find out more »Family Story Time at Little Falls Library
Family Story Time – Mondays at 7pm This story time is followed by a time for free play and socialization. No Registration is required for Family Story Time.
Find out more »Seaside Heights Summer Concerts at Franklin Avenue Stage
Musical Performances start at 7pm on the Franklin Avenue Stage. July 1 - All American Variety Show This show is a tribute to our nation’s heroes, all who served and those who are still serving our country. This patriotic show includes choreographed dance numbers, superb costumes and an entertaining band. July 8 - Nostalgix...
Find out more »Free Cape May Concerts in the Park – Music in the Park
Rotary Park Bandstand - Music in the Park FREE MUSIC IN THE PARK! Bring a beach chair, or enjoy on one of our comfortable park benches. 2019 Cape May’s Free Concerts in the Park Summer Schedule: June Concerts JUNE 28 - CUMBERLAND COUNTY JAZZ ENSEMBLE & WIND SYMPHONY JUNE 29- WIND SYMPHONY OF SOUTHERN...
Find out more »Family Story Time at Tenafly Library
Family Storytime, all ages Registration is not required. Summer Session is from Monday, June 24 through Monday, August 5, 2019. (Except Monday, July 8th will be a Special Event Lego Night) Drop in for one class or attend them all. Evening storytime is open to families with children of any age. We share stories and sometimes songs...
Find out more »Point Pleasant Beach “Big Joe Talent Show”
A New Jersey tradition continues: the Big Joe Jersey Talent Show on the beach at Jenkinson’s in Point Pleasant Beach! We cannot wait to see you perform on the beach live this summer at Jenkinson’s in Point Pleasant Beach!
Find out more »Bradley Beach Summer Concerts at Riley Park
Bradley Beach presents a series of music on Monday evenings in Riley Park. Artists TBA, check HERE. This event runs from June 24th- August 26th!
Find out more »Stone Harbor Family Fun Night
Magic shows, story-telling, animal adventures and more! This event is open to public and free for all. Mondays: June 24 -August 26
Find out more »Mummers Night Ocean City
Every Tuesday Night: Strutting 7pm – 9pm on the boardwalk, 6th – 14th Sts.
Find out more »Gloucester Township Summer Concerts in Veterans Park
Sounds of Summer Gloucester Township Concert Series Veterans Park ~ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Take a break after a long day and enjoy music with family & friends. Bring your lawn chairs & blankets. Fun for the whole family. Sounds of Summer Gloucester Township Concert Series Schedule Monday, June 24th - Megan...
Find out more »Vineland Summer Concerts at Giampietro Park
Performances begin at 7:00 pm at the Enrico Serra Band Shell. Come out and enjoy the FREE concerts and dancing on the adjacent dance floor area. In case of rain, concerts may be rescheduled for reserved rain dates on August 5 and 12. Special arrangements for persons with disabilities can be made if requested in advance by...
Find out more »Long Branch Summer Concerts at Pier Village
Come down every Monday on Festival Plaza from 7 PM – 8:30 PM for the Jersey Shore’s Best Tribute Bands! Long Branch Summer Music Concert Series at Pier Village 7/8 E Street Band | Bruce Springsteen Tribute 7/15 Damn the Torpedoes | Tom Petty Tribute Band 7/22 Beatlemania | Beatles Tribute Band 7/29 Bell...
Find out more »East Brunswick Summer Concerts
Acoustic Concerts in East Brunswick Municipal Complex - near the clock 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm FREE Acoustic Performance by East Brunswick residents In the event of rain, the concert will take place the next day (Tuesday) at 7:00 pm. East Brunswick Acoustic Monday Concerts Schedule July 1 - Tommy Abouslemann July 8 -...
Find out more »Stafford Summer Concerts
Stafford Recreation is very excited to partner with the Stafford Township Historical Society once again for the Summer 2019 Concert Series at Lake Manahawkin. These concerts are presented free every Monday evening at 7 pm in July and August, beginning on July 8 at the pavilion at Manahawkin Lake Park. While there is no charge, we kindly request...
Find out more »Long Beach Summer Concerts at Bayview Park
Long Beach Summer Concert Series at Bayview Park Long Beach Monday Night Summer Concert Series Schedule June 24 Funk Shway July 1 Jimmy Brogan Band July 8 Dan Brown & The Empaths July 15 The Danksters/Chris Burkhart (JETTY Coquina Jam Selection Night) July 22 Jenny Barnes & The Great Unknown July 29 Ty Mares...
Find out more »Union City Latin Nights
Union City's Latin Nights - Live Music by Los Lozano Monday, July 15th, 2019 - 7:00 PM Duarte Park - 33rd Street and New York Ave Monday, July 29th, 2019 - 7:00 PM Firefighter’s Memorial Park - 906 Palisade Ave Monday, August 5th, 2019 - 7:00 PM Palisade Plaza - 3700 Palisade Ave Monday,...
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Woodbridge Summer Concerts
Enjoy a line-up of Spectacular ‘SummerFest’ events that will keep everyone – residents and visitors alike – entertained throughout the entire Summer. The Mayor's Summer Concert series includes: Monday Night Oldies. Tribute Band Tuesday. Woodbridge Wednesday & Music on Main. Local Band Thursday and Country Sunday!!! Woodbridge Summer Concerts Golden Oldies Mondays -...
Find out more »Hanover Township Summer Concerts
Township of Hanover Summer Concert Series 2019 “Music Under the Stars ” Concerts begin at 7:30 PM July 1st “The Infernos” **Location: Veterans Park July 8th “Garden State Radio” July 15 “The B Street Band” July 22 “New Power Soul” July 29 “The Jersey Four Band”
Find out more »Seaside Park Summer Concerts
Location: Seaside Park Police Department Lawn Time: 7:30 pm Seaside Park Summer Concerts 2019 Schedule July 1: RB Express July 8: Streetlife Serenade July 15: The Kootz July 22: Move! The Band July 29: Sounds of the Street August 5: Fish-Eyed Blues August 12: Malpractice Band Show August 19: JP LaStella August 26: The...
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Plays in the Park in Edison
Plays-in-the-Park is a Middlesex County summer tradition. Performing in a production is a rite of passage for many theater students in the area, and families gather on warm summer nights to watch top notch performances of popular plays and musicals. The Plays-in-the-Park theater is conveniently located one block south of the Menlo Park Mall...
Find out more »Free Movies in Sea Girt on the Beach
Sea Girt Movies on the Beach 2019 Schedule July 15 - Mary Poppins Returns August 19 - Lego Movie 2 Movies will start at dusk!
Find out more »Free Atlantic City Summer Concerts
DO AC Boardwalk Summer Entertainment Kicks Off June 19 ~ Free Nightly Atlantic City Concerts on the Boardwalk at Kennedy Plaza ~ The Atlantic City Boardwalk will be alive seven nights a week this summer with free LIVE music, courtesy of the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA). Free entertainment takes place nightly from June...
Find out more »Broadway on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City
Back by popular demand, Broadway on the Boardwalk returns to Kennedy Plaza every Monday this summer! This popular concert series expands to 8 Monday nights from July 8th through August 26th. The show starts at 8 p.m. and happens on Kennedy Plaza (Boardwalk between Mississippi and Georgia Avenues). Produced by JudiLudi Productions in partnership...
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Free Movies in Manasquan on Main Beach
Mansquan Beach and Recreation will be hosting several movies at Main Beach over the summer. Movies will be shown on select Mondays beginning in July. Movies will begin at dusk, approximately 8:30pm for July movies and 8:15pm for August movies. There is no charge to attend! 2019 Manasquan Movies on the Beach Schedule: July...
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