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Free Bowling for Kids Today
Across New Jersey bowling alleys have started to accept registrations for the Kids Bowl Free program. This great program lets kids and teens bowl up to 2 free games a day up to 7 days a week. Head over to our Where Can Kids Bowl Free in New Jersey? guide to learn more details and...
Cattus Island Weekend Programs
Cattus Island Weekend Programs
The following programs are Free, No Registration Required. MAXIMUM: 8 Location: Cooper Environmental Center, Cattus Island County Park, Toms River Scales and Tales - Saturdays and Sundays - 11:00 am - 11:30 am Join a park naturalist as they dispel the myths and fears of native snakes. You will see some of our live snakes...
Sheep Shearing/Wool Days at Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel
Sheep Shearing/Wool Days at Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel
Wool Days/Sheep Shearing Saturday & Sunday, April 24 & 25 from 12-3 p.m. Harvesting wool is a farm activity performed is every spring. Visit the farm this weekend and learn how the farmers use traditional shearing practices to remove the fleece from our sheep. Gene Sheninger will return with his collies to show their herding...
Jakes Branch Live Animal Talks
Jakes Branch Live Animal Talks
Here are more fun activities in Beachwood, New Jersey. Live Animal Talks Come in and meet the animals of Jakes Branch County Park. Visitors will get an up-close look at the parks inhabitants and learn about each species. When is the Live Animal Talks? Sundays, April 11, 2021 - June 27, 2021 at...
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Free Bowling for Kids Today
Across New Jersey bowling alleys have started to accept registrations for the Kids Bowl Free program. This great program lets kids and teens bowl up to 2 free games a day up to 7 days a week. Head over to our Where Can Kids Bowl Free in New Jersey? guide to learn more details and...
Moonlit Walk at Laurel Run Park
Moonlit Walk at Laurel Run Park
Join Naturalist Kate Forte on a moonlit walk through the park. Look and listen for signs of nocturnal animals while also gazing at the stars! Maximum attendance limits are enforced, and masks are required. Register online.
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Free Bowling for Kids Today
Across New Jersey bowling alleys have started to accept registrations for the Kids Bowl Free program. This great program lets kids and teens bowl up to 2 free games a day up to 7 days a week. Head over to our Where Can Kids Bowl Free in New Jersey? guide to learn more details and...
Naturalist-Led Walk at Rancocas Nature Center
Naturalist-Led Walk at Rancocas Nature Center
Weekday Spring Bird Walk Every Tuesday at 4:00pm during April and May, naturalist and birder Patty Rehn will lead a bird walk through various habitats at the Rancocas Nature Center. All skill levels are welcome! Let's see how many species of birds we can record in the two-month period. Possible sightings will include migrants and...
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Free Bowling for Kids Today
Across New Jersey bowling alleys have started to accept registrations for the Kids Bowl Free program. This great program lets kids and teens bowl up to 2 free games a day up to 7 days a week. Head over to our Where Can Kids Bowl Free in New Jersey? guide to learn more details and...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Here are more fun activities in Morris Township, New Jersey. Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Bring your camera or phone for this month’s hunt. They celebrate Arbor Day this month, so come discover the magnificent trees in the Arboretum. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. When is the Family Photo...
Double Trouble State Park Weekday Walks and Sunday Saunters
Double Trouble State Park Weekday Walks and Sunday Saunters
Here are more fun activities in Bayville, New Jersey. Weekday Walks and Sunday Saunters Join on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday mornings for a 1.5 to 2-mile guided walk on the trails around the Double Trouble Historic District for scenic views, park history and nature education. Walks will start at 10:00 am outside the white...
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Free Bowling for Kids Today
Across New Jersey bowling alleys have started to accept registrations for the Kids Bowl Free program. This great program lets kids and teens bowl up to 2 free games a day up to 7 days a week. Head over to our Where Can Kids Bowl Free in New Jersey? guide to learn more details and...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Here are more fun activities in Morris Township, New Jersey. Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Bring your camera or phone for this month’s hunt. They celebrate Arbor Day this month, so come discover the magnificent trees in the Arboretum. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. When is the Family Photo...
Lowe’s Curbside Pick Up Kits for Kids
Lowe’s Curbside Pick Up Kits for Kids
Here are more fun things to do with kids at home. Lowe's Garden-to-Go Kits for Kids As part of Lowe's SpringFest, Lowe's is offering free Garden-to-Go kits for kids. Beginning April 1, 2021 customers can register on Lowes.com for free Garden-to-Go kits. The first curbside event will be held on April 8, 2021 and...
Double Trouble State Park Weekday Walks and Sunday Saunters
Double Trouble State Park Weekday Walks and Sunday Saunters
Here are more fun activities in Bayville, New Jersey. Weekday Walks and Sunday Saunters Join on Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday mornings for a 1.5 to 2-mile guided walk on the trails around the Double Trouble Historic District for scenic views, park history and nature education. Walks will start at 10:00 am outside the white...
3 events,
Free Bowling for Kids Today
Across New Jersey bowling alleys have started to accept registrations for the Kids Bowl Free program. This great program lets kids and teens bowl up to 2 free games a day up to 7 days a week. Head over to our Where Can Kids Bowl Free in New Jersey? guide to learn more details and...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Here are more fun activities in Morris Township, New Jersey. Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Bring your camera or phone for this month’s hunt. They celebrate Arbor Day this month, so come discover the magnificent trees in the Arboretum. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. When is the Family Photo...
Second Sunday with Friends at Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center VIRTUAL
Second Sunday with Friends at Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center VIRTUAL
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, all scheduled events have been postponed until further notice. These events are happening virtually. The Visitor Center is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Masks are required and a maximum of five visitors will be allowed inside at any one time. Exterior restrooms, except those...
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Free Bowling for Kids Today
Across New Jersey bowling alleys have started to accept registrations for the Kids Bowl Free program. This great program lets kids and teens bowl up to 2 free games a day up to 7 days a week. Head over to our Where Can Kids Bowl Free in New Jersey? guide to learn more details and...
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt at Haggerty Education Center
Here are more fun activities in Morris Township, New Jersey. Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Bring your camera or phone for this month’s hunt. They celebrate Arbor Day this month, so come discover the magnificent trees in the Arboretum. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. When is the Family Photo...
Spring Block Party in Ocean City
Spring Block Party in Ocean City
9:00am - 5:00pm from 5th – 14th Sts. on Asbury Ave. Over 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more. For more information call 1-800-BEACH-NJ.
Red Dog Day at Readington River Farm
Red Dog Day at Readington River Farm
Readington River Farm invites you and your family to celebrate the newborn bison calves for Red Dog Day on Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 10 am -5 pm. Rain date (May 11th). In addition to the usual hayride tours to see the spring crop of calves, the day will be filled with activities that highlight...
Bank of America Free Admission Weekend
Bank of America Free Admission Weekend
2021 update from the Bank of America website, "As our partners continue to reopen, we encourage you to check with our partners for current reopening plans, safety procedures and operating hours. If you choose to visit a museum, in addition to following physical distancing, we encourage you to wear a face covering, as encouraged or...
Nature Hikes at Liberty State Park
Nature Hikes at Liberty State Park
Here are more fun activities in Jersey City, New Jersey. Nature Hikes Overview When are the Nature Hikes? Saturday, May 1, 2021 from 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturday, May 8, 2021 from 10:00am - 12:00pm Sunday, May 16, 2021 from 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturday, May 22, 2021 from 10:00am - 12:00pm Where is...
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