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May 17, 2013
May 17, 2013
Hunterdon
News & Events
News & Events
- The Addam's Family Comes to Easton!
- Box City 2013 Is Coming!
- Bubble Guppies
- Lolly & YoYo
- This Week's Picks
- Plan Ahead
- Gel Boards
- Getting Ready for Spring/Summer Outdoor Fun
- Kids Bowl FREE All Summer
- Take A Colorful Nature Walk
- MEET LOCAL ARTIST BETHANY ASCOLESE
- More Fun at Preschool
- Readington Summer Enrichment
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The Addam's Family Comes to Easton!
Giveaway! #Sponsor
The 2013/2014 National Tour of the new musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY, based on the bizarre and beloved family of characters created by legendary cartoonist Charles Addams, comes to the State Theatre in Easton for two shows, June 10th & 11th at 7 PM.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, which began performances in March 2010 at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre and ran through December 2011, immediately became one of Broadway’s biggest hits. Chris Jones of the Chicago Tribune described the production as “classic, full-tilt, fast paced, old-fashioned musical comedy!” and John ...
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Box City 2013 Is Coming!
Box City 2013 is coming! This year, we have the ability to offer you your very own fundraising page to make it even easier for you to spread the word about what you’re doing and the commitment you’ve made to helping to provide shelter and prevent homelessness in Hunterdon County.
Register a Team and/or an Individual: Click this link to go to the registration page.
Donate: Click this link or the logo above to go to the donation page.
Questions? send a note to: colleen@familypromisehc.org ...
Bubble Guppies
Giveaway! #Advertorial
I love Bubble Guppies and for those that love it, too, there is a new line of toys to enjoy for little ones. I only wish these had been around when my youngest could really enjoy them! It's only natural that Bubble Guppies would create a kid-friendly guitar to "totally rock" with the Guppies. The new Bubble Guppies Fin-Tastical Guitar will have your toddlers moving and grooving and imagining their own rock band under the sea.
The Fin-tastic Guitar features over 20 phrases and songs that kids can play ...
The Fin-tastic Guitar features over 20 phrases and songs that kids can play ...
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Lolly & YoYo
The Creative Kids Club Concert Series Giveaway!
Kick off the summer with a family fun night on Thursday, May 30th! THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB will be celebrating with a luau & performance from Lolly & YoYo (www.lollyandyoyo). Also, the kids will be making a festive craft to use during the performance. Lolly & YoYo have been super busy since their last visit at THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB. They recently visited Sean & Chica on the Sunny Side Up Show on SPROUT, and they are currently working on their second album, An Adventurous Day, which is launching next month! Doors open ...
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May 18th through May 25th
Saturday, May 18 - Sergeantsville Farmer's Market
Welcome to the Sergeantsville Farmer’s Market! Located on Route 604 across the street from the Delaware Township municipal building, the Sergeantsville Farmer’s Market is where you can find the freshest vegetables, best quality meats and the finest hand-made goods around. Visit us every Saturday from 8:30am to noon!
Where: The Market is located on the township green on Route 604 Rosemont-Ringoes Road in Delaware Township, NJ.When: 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM (every Saturday)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: We run every Saturday through October. With several special events throughout the season.
Saturday, May 18 - Health & Wellness Family Fair
Face painting, art contest, health screenings, seminars, YMCA fitness demos, blood drive and more!
Where: Hunterdon Central Regional High School Fieldhouse
Flemington, NJWhen: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Sunday, May 19 - Rambling Pines Day Camp Open House
Parents and children are invited to attend the open house, tour the facility and meet some of the staff members. Parents are encouraged to register as soon as possible to assure availability. Rambling Pines is a family owned and operated day camp now celebrating its 38th season. Rambling Pines offers an extensive camp program for children ages 3 to 15 and an exciting teen program for young adults, 7th through 10th grades. Transportation and lunch are included in the camp tuition.
Where: 174 Lambertville-Hopewell Rd. Hopewell, NJ 08525When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (5/19)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: For additional information or a brochure, call the camp office at (609) 466-1212 or log onto our website at www.ramblingpines.com.
Monday, May 20 through Tuesday, May 21 - Cole Bros Circus of the Stars
Cole Bros Circus of the Stars
Where: Phillipsburg Mall
1200 Hwy 22 East
Phillipsburg, NJWhen: 4:30pm, 7:30pmWho: everyoneHow: purchase tickets at www.tickets.com or call 1-888-332-5200. Also available at the eventCost: $21 for adult general admissionFor more info: www.gotothecircus.com
Monday, May 20 - Storytime
Join us on our children's stage for Storytime! All ages are welcome. We feature classics and our new favorites including some books on NOOK! Help foster a love of reading in your little one!
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425When: 10:00 AMWho: all childrenHow: show upCost: FREE
Monday, May 20 - THE CREATIVE KIDS CRAFT TIME
The theme for this Springtime CRAFT TIME is birds! We will make bird feeders, then we will read a story about birds. We will also use our imagination to pretend we are our favorite birds and play other bird games.
Where: The Stanton Learning Center (1 Stanton Mountain Road, Stanton, NJ)When: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM (5/20)Who: Kids aged 2-6 years with parentHow: Email info@thecreativekidsclub.com or call 201.264.9379Cost: $5 per child
Tuesday, May 21 - Children's Programs
Story Time for three-to-five year olds is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 in the meeting room. The children, and the parents or care-givers who choose to stay, are entertained mainly by picture books, but with some poetry, scissor stories, or drawn stories mixed in. A craft related to the weekly theme completes the session, which generally runs a little longer than a half hour.
Where: meeting room of Flemington Free Library, 118 Main Street, FlemingtonWhen: 10:30 am Tuesdays for 3-5 years, 10:30 am on Wednesdays for 2-3 yearsWho: 3-5 years/2-3 yearsHow: Call (908) 782-5733, or visit flemingtonlibrary@gmail.comCost: freeFor more info: parents or care-givers invited to stay
Tuesday, May 21 - Storytime at the library
storytime
Where: Lambertville Free Public Library 6 Lilly Street, Lambertville, NJ 08530
Telephone: (609) 397-0275When: 10:00 AM (every Tuesday at 10 and 10:30am)Who: children under 5How: show upCost: FREE
Tuesday, May 21 - Open Play Tuesday at Jungle Gym n' Bounce
open play on their many bounce houses
Where:Jungle Gym n' Bounce 12 Minneakoning Rd 104B FlemingtonWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: $8 per child
Tuesday, May 21 - THE CREATIVE KIDS PLAY TIME
THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB is an open PLAY period for parents and their toddlers and preschoolers. Each visit includes a few LET'S PLAY TODAY® songs and activities. The remainder of the time parents and children are free to have fun, explore the toys and equipment, and enjoy the exciting music. This is a perfect time for kids to make new friends and moms too!
Where: Stanton Learning CenterWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (until 8/27)Who: Children 18 Months - 6 Years Old with ParentHow: Email us at info@thecreativekidsclub.com or call 201-264-9379 to register.Cost: Cost: $5 for first child. Ask about sibling discounts. First visit is free!For more info: For more information about this program and other programs at THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB, visit www.thecreativekidsclub.com
Tuesday, May 21 - Toddler Tales
The Wednesday Toddler Tales program, for two-to-three year olds, also takes place in the meeting room at 10:30. For this group, children must be accompanied by an adult. Stories are geared to the younger age level and are interspersed with songs and finger-plays. A simple craft activity ends the thirty minutes.
Where: Flemington Free Public Library 118 Main St Flemington, NJWhen: 10:30 AMWho: ages 2-3How: show upCost: FREEFor more info: http://www.flemingtonpubliclibrary.org/id17.html
Wednesday, May 22 - Toddler Skate
Toddler skate, you can bring ride on toys
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57 Broadway NJWhen: 12pm-2pmWho: under 7 years oldHow: show upCost: $2 per childFor more info: http://villarollerrink.com/cal.htm
Wednesday, May 22 - Open Play Wednesday at Jungle Gym n'Bounce
Open play on their many bounces houses
Where: Jungle Gym n' Bounce 12 Minneakoning Rd 104B FlemingtonWhen: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: $8 per child
Wednesday, May 22 - Storytime at the Tewksbury Library
storytime
Where: Tewksbury Library 31 Old Turnpike Road, Oldwick, NJ 08858
Telephone: (908) 439-3761When: 2:00 PM (every Wednesday)Who: children under 5--must be able to sit and listen to a bookHow: show upCost: FREE
Wednesday, May 22 - Open Skate
open skate
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57 Broadway, NJWhen: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: $2For more info: http://villarollerrink.com/cal.htm
Wednesday, May 22 - Teen Writers Group
Teen writing group with an adult facilitator
Where: North County Branch Library
65 Halstead Street, Clinton, New Jersey 08809When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (April 17 May 15, June 19, July 20* Aug. 21 Sept. 18 Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18)Who: Grades 6-9How: register by calling (908) 730-6834Cost: FREEFor more info: Jan. 16, Feb. 20, March 20, April 17 May 15, June 19, July 20* Aug. 21
Sept. 18 Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18
Thursday, May 23 - Storytime @ W.H. Walters Library
Storytime--Each story time has a theme that is carried throughout every activity. It is a great time of learning, socialization and creativity for the children. Story-time will run every week from January 10 through May 18th
with the exception of Thursday, April 4 and Saturday, April 6
with the exception of Thursday, April 4 and Saturday, April 6
Where: W.H. Walters Library
1001 East Blvd
Alpha, NJ 08865
908.454.1445When: 10:00 AM (Every Thursday until May 18th)Who: Any Age InterestedHow: show upCost: FREE
Thursday, May 23 - Storytime in Spanish
New Story Hour in Spanish! We will read a story in Spanish and then do a craft.
Come and enjoy!
Come and enjoy!
Where: Flemington Free Public Library
118 Main St
Flemington, NJWhen: 10:30 AM (every Thursday)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Friday, May 24 - Free Trial Martial Arts Class
Just Come and take FREE trial taekwondo Classes. 4:10~4:50pm is Bet. 6,7,8,9yrs 4:55~5:40pm is Bet. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14yrs 5:45~6:40pm is Bet. all ages with mom and dad(Family Classes)
Where: JSK Taekwondo 245 Rt. 202/31, Flemington NJ. Next Domino PizzaWhen: 4:10~4:50, 4:55~5:40, 5:45~6:40 (5/24)Who: EveryoneHow: email: teamjsk@gamil.com call: 908 788 8363 www.jsktkdnj.com, FB: jsktkdnj facbookCost: FREE
Friday, May 24 - FUN @ TWO - Mommy & Me Program!
Gives Toddlers the opportunity to play, learn, explore, sing and have fun!
Where: 201 Route 31, Flemington NJ 08822
(next to Hunterdon Medical Center)When: 9:30 AM (every Friday except school holidays through May)Who: Two year olds and their caregiversHow: Call 908-782-3979 or emailCost: $10/session, for program costs & supplies.
Friday, May 24 - Alpha's Monthly Book Club
Expand your reading horizons by joining our book discussion group. Book discussion groups are a great way for book-lovers to enjoy reading and the pleasure of each others company. They can be a useful discipline for encouraging you to read more, to read outside the genres you normally read, or simply as a way to make new friends and meet like-minded readers.
Where: WH Walters Free Public Library 1001 East Boulevard Alpha, NJ 08865When: 10:00 AM (5/24)Who: 18 years and olderHow: Please call 908-454-1445 to register so that we have enough books!! Books are provided FREE OF CHARGE!!!Cost: FREE!!For more info: Book Club typically meets the 4th Friday of each month. The book for May is "A Reliable Wife," by Robert Goolrick. Contact info: 908-454-1445
Friday, May 24 - Friday Night Music in Clinton
Enjoy live music every Friday night throughout the summer in Clinton's Historic District 7-9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Clinton, NJWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (until 9/20)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Friday, May 24 - Open Skate at Villa Roller Rink
open skate
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57 Broadway, NJWhen: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PMWho: all agesHow: show upCost: $5For more info: http://villarollerrink.com/cal.htm
Saturday, May 25 - Storytime @ W.H. Walters Library
Each story time has a theme that is carried throughout every activity. It is a great time of learning, socialization and creativity for the children. Story-time will run every week from January 10 through May 18th with the exception of Thursday, April 4 and Saturday, April 6
Where: W.H. Walters Library
1001 East Blvd
Alpha, NJ 08865
908.454.1445When: 10:00 AM (every Saturday until May 18th)Who: All agesHow: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, May 25 - Open Play @ Jungle Gym N' Bounce
open play on their many bounce houses
Where:Jungle Gym n' Bounce 12 Minneakoning Rd 104B FlemingtonWhen: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: $8 per childFor more info: it is recommended to call ahead to confirm open hours
Saturday, May 25 - Open Skate
open skate
Where: Villa Roller Rink 2121 Route 57
Broadway, NJWhen: 7:30 PM - 10:30 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: $5
May 29th through June 27th
Wednesday, May 29 through Sunday, June 30 - Disney's The Little Mermaid
In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on one of Hans Christian Anderson's most beloved stories, with music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, it's a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Come fall in love with the magic for the first time—or all over again!
Where: Paper Mill Playhouse
22 Brookside Drive
Millburn, NJWhen: 5/29-6/30Who: everyoneHow: Purchase tickets onlineCost: variesFor more info: Special Autism friendly performance June 26th
Thursday, May 30 - THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Kick off the summer with a family fun night on Thursday, May 30th! THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB will be celebrating with a luau & performance from Lolly & YoYo (www.lollyandyoyo). Also, the kids will be making a festive craft to use during the performance. Lolly & YoYo have been super busy since their last visit at THE CREATIVE KIDS CLUB. Doors open at 6pm, performance begins at 6:30pm. Summer Concert Series Dates: Thursday, May 30th: Lolly & YoYo Thursday, June 25th: The Little Rocker's Band Thursday, July 18th: mr. RAY Thursday, August 29th: danna banana
Where: The concert and craft will be held outside by the playground at St. Paul Lutheran Church (201 New Jersey 31, Flemington, NJ). Feel free to bring a lawn chair or blanket for the show. If it rains, all activities will be held indoors.When: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM (5/30)Who: Families with kids aged 1-6 years oldHow: Advanced tickets recommended. Email us at info@thecreativekidsclub.com or call 201.264.9379 to purchase tickets.Cost: $8 per person. Ask about discounts for groups of 10 or more.
Saturday, June 1 through Sunday, June 2 - Museums On Us
Every first full weekend of the month, if you are a Bank of America customer, you can visit over 150 locations for free!
Where: Museums throughout NJ and NY (and across the country) http://museums.bankofamerica.com/When: all weekendWho: Bank of America customersHow: Bring your ID and your Bank of America card to get a free admission for each card holderCost: FREE with cardFor more info: http://museums.bankofamerica.com/
Saturday, June 1 - Kids Workshop
The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.
The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.
In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.
In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
Where: Your local Home Depot storeWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: ages 5-12How: You must register in advance hereCost: FREE
Saturday, June 1 - Spring Into Summer Tricky Tray Sponsored by The Franklin Township PTA Washington, NJ
"Spring Into Summer Tricky Tray" Sponsored by the Franklin Township PTA June 1, 2013 Doors open 6PM Warren Hills High School Washington, NJ Food and Beverage Available
Where: Warren Hills High School, 41 Jackson Valley Road, Washington, NJ 07882When: 6:00 PM (6/1)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: Admission $10 including 1 sheet of level 1 tickets. $15 after May 25th.For more info: For ticketing and table reservation information: lorrainesannazzaro@yahoo.com
Tuesday, June 4 - Lego Build
One day each month you can learn how to build a cool LEGO mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. A new model will be available every month and will be specially themed to that month
Where: Bridgewater Commons Mall--Lego StoreWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: ages 6-14How: show up early!Cost: FREEFor more info: http://stores.lego.com/en-us/StoreEvents.aspx
Saturday, June 8 through Sunday, June 9 - Build & Grow at Lowe's
6/8 & 9 Monsters University Scarers
6/22 & 23 Monsters University Chest
6/22 & 23 Monsters University Chest
Where: Your local Lowe'sWhen: Saturday 10am & Sunday 2pmWho: children up to age 12How: show upCost: FREEFor more info: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx
Saturday, June 8 - Paper Mill Playhouse Children's Theatrical Series
Children's 2013 Spring Season at the Paper Mill Playhouse
4/20 Happily Ever After: A Cinderella Tale (Autism Friendly Presentation)
4/27 Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
5/4 If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
6/8 Seussical
4/20 Happily Ever After: A Cinderella Tale (Autism Friendly Presentation)
4/27 Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day
5/4 If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
6/8 Seussical
Where: Paper Mill PlayhouseWhen: 10:00 AM (4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 6/8)Who: ages 4 and upHow: Call 973-376-4343, or at the Paper Mill Box Office on Brookside Drive in Millburn, or onlineCost: $12-$20
Monday, June 10 through Tuesday, June 11 - The Addams Family
THE ADDAMS FAMILY is a smash-hit musical comedy that brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. "A visually satisfying, rib-tickling, lunatic musical that will entertain you to death!". Come meet the family. We'll leave the lights off for you.
Where: State Theatre in Easton
453 Northampton St
Easton, PAWhen: 7:00 PM (6/10 & 6/11)Who: everyoneHow: purchase tickets onlineCost: $55-$60
Friday, June 14 - Flag Day Parade
Decorate your bikes and wagons with patriotic trims and join the parade down Main Street. Bike safety talk by Clinton Police Department. Kids enjoy free refreshments after the parade. Enjoy live music following the parade until 9 p.m.
Where: Downtown Clinton, NJWhen: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (6/14)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, June 15 through Sunday, June 16 - Annual Music Festival at Clinton Elks
The Clinton Elks Lodge 2434 will be holding its annual two-day music festival to raise money for special needs children and Elks Camp Moore “Miracle on the Mountain,” a camp paid for by the New Jersey Elks Lodges. The music festival is a family event with plenty of room for kids to play, 10 bands donating their time and talent, a picnic pavilion with a stage, a Tiki Bar and an outside kitchen where food will be served. Rain or Shine! www.clintonelks.org (908) 735-8531.
Where: Clinton Elks Lodge
Sidney Road
Pittstown, NJWhen: 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM (6/15 & 6/16 (2-8pm))Who: EveryoneHow: show upCost: $10 per person, but as always, children under 12 are free.For more info: The money raised from the music festival allows the Clinton Elks Lodge to send more children to Elks Camp Moore and also helps support children at Somerset Treatment Center with their medical needs that insurance may not cover. It also makes it possible for the lodge to purchase medical equipment for special needs children in the area, including wheelchairs, wheelchair ramps, and various other items that may be needed.
Sunday, June 16 - Foreigner in Concert Presented by Mike And Ike
Join us at Six Flags Great Adventure's Northern Star Arena for Foreigner in concert presented by MIKE AND IKE® Summer Concert Series! Concert begins at 7 p.m. and is included with theme park admission or season pass!
Where: Six Flags Great AdventureWhen: 7:00 PM (6/16/13)Who: EveryoneHow: purchase tickets online or at the doorCost: varies
Tuesday, June 18 through Wednesday, June 19 - Regal Summer Movies
Summer Movies at Regal Cinemas. 6/18 & 19 The Three Stooges and Ice Age Continental Drift, 6/25 & 26 Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days and Parental Guidance, 7/2 &3 Mr Poppers' Penguins and Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked, 7/9 & 10 Monte Carlo and Rio, 7/16 & 17 Coraline and ParaNorman, 7/23 & 24 Dr. Seuss' The Lorax and Big Miracle, 7/30 & 31 Yogi Bear and Journey 2, 8/6 & 7 Racing Stripes and Happy Feet Too, 8/13 & 14 African Cats and Chimpanzee
Where: Regal Cinemas
Route 22 Pohatcong, NJWhen: 10:00 AM (every Tuesday and Wednesday through August 14th)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: $1 per person
Wednesday, June 19 through Sunday, June 23 - Immaculate Conception Parish Festival
Immaculate Conception Parish will host its Twelfth Annual Festival from June 19th - 23rd, rain or shine on the parish grounds at 314 Old Allerton Road, Annandale NJ 08801. Event features: rides, carnival games, great assortment of delicious foods, fireworks on 6/19 and 6/22, wristband days on 6/20 and 6/23, a tricky tray, 5k Race on 6/23, 50/50 raffles, Pig Roast, Hot Dog Eating contest and more!
Where: Immaculate Conception Parish
314 Old Allerton Road
Annandale, NJ 08801When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (6/19-6/23)Who: everyoneHow: show up or purchase tickets in advanceCost: Pre-sale ride tickets will be offered to the general public. $10 for a sheet of 14 tickets, a savings of $7.50!For more info: For additional information or to purchase pre-sale ride or raffle tickets, please call 908 735 7319 or the Festival Hot Line at 908 735 9564. Please visit www.icsclinton.org for additional information.
Thursday, June 27 - 37th annual Music Under the Stars
A free concert for the family every week through August 15th. Bring a blanket, a picnic, and your family! July 4th concert will be held on July 3rd.
Where:120 West Woodschurch Road, Flemington, NJ.When: 7:00 PM (until August 15th)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: If it rains we will go inside to Hunterdon Central Regional High School, located at 84 Route 31, Flemington. Please call (908) 782– PARK (7275) on the afternoon of the concert if the weather is threatening
Gel Boards
Macaroni Made
I saw this awesome idea on Pinterest and it inspired me to try my own take on it! My kids love it and it was so easy and fun to make!
Supplies:
Hair gel (cheap stuff from the a dollar store)
Glitter
Duct tape
Cardboard
Clear plastic bag
Step 1: Measure approximately 5-6 ounces of hair gel and mix in as much glitter as you want!
Step 2: Pour mixture into a clear food storage bag and get as much air out as possible and seal bag.
Step 3: Measure ...
Getting Ready for Spring/Summer Outdoor Fun
It's been a long winter for some of us in northern climates, but it looks like it's finally spring and time to get ready for outdoor activities.
Here’s part of my spring to-do list to help you get ready for kid-friendly outings.
Kid’s Clothes
- Check “spring” jackets and rain coats to see if they fit.
- Check out last year’s rain boots and try them on.
- Locate ball caps and sun hats.
- Spend some time with your kids trying on summer shoes, t-shirts, and shorts to ...
Kids Bowl FREE All Summer
Macaroni Fun
Want to escape the heat this summer? Want the kids to get some excercise? Then you need to check out this FREE bowling program at kidsbowlfree.com. Your kids can bowl 2 FREE games of bowling each and every day of summer for FREE.
SOME MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM
SOME MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM
- You can sign the kids up at multiple centers but you will need to create another account. Only one unique email address can be used to open an account, so you will need to register with another email address.
- If ...
Take A Colorful Nature Walk
Macaroni Fun
Make your next walk a hunt for specific colors (try this any time of the year). This is an easy project that can be made very simple as your time/ materials/ patience demands.
You’ll need:
- An empty egg carton
- Paints and paintbrushes
Paint the inside of an egg carton different colors. Encourage the children to mix colors together or add black or white to create different hues.
Want it less messy? Use markers or crayons.
Need it even easier? Place crayon pieces inside your egg carton, and/or use ...
MEET LOCAL ARTIST BETHANY ASCOLESE
If you’ve been in the WH Walters Library, Alpha, NJ, you may have noticed the extraordinary mural in the Reading Nook.
“I needed to brighten that corner,” said Carla Roselle, Library Director. Bethany and her daughter are “regulars” at library events. “Bethany also volunteers at the library. She is a tremendous help especially in arts and crafts with kids. It was easy to see that she had artistic talent,” indicated Carla.
“Carla and I talked about what would enhance the corner,” Bethany said. “I suggested a mural since I ...
“I needed to brighten that corner,” said Carla Roselle, Library Director. Bethany and her daughter are “regulars” at library events. “Bethany also volunteers at the library. She is a tremendous help especially in arts and crafts with kids. It was easy to see that she had artistic talent,” indicated Carla.
“Carla and I talked about what would enhance the corner,” Bethany said. “I suggested a mural since I ...
More Fun at Preschool
Clinton YMCA Preschool Preview
The Clinton YMCA Preschool of the Hunterdon County YMCA is inviting children ages 3 to 5 years of age to preview our preschool program during the month of June at our More Fun at Preschool weeks. More Fun at Preschool provides an extended two weeks of fun for our currently enrolled children and invites non-member children to join the fun and preview our program prior to next year’s enrollment. This year, More Fun at Preschool will take a dive into the ocean and the deep blue seas through crafts ...
Readington Summer Enrichment
Are your kids curious about other countries and cultures? Or interested in creating their own storybook or learning about acting and drama skills? Would they like to play in a percussion ensemble? Or create their own interactive video game? The township schools are offering fun and educational courses in the areas of music, science, creative writing, films, painting, drawing, sculpting, theatre, robotics, origami creations and pin-hole camera as part of its annual Summer Enrichment program from July 22 to August 2.
The courses, which are offered for children entering grades ...
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