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Scavenger Hunt, Concerts, Theater, Comedy—and Tony Orlando!

The planner's got weekend fun for adults and kids!

Looking for something to do? How about some fun stuff for the kids? Our jam-packed combined Our Planner offers plenty of options for you and your family. If theres's something you know about but don't see listed, let us know in the Comments.

Here's what's on the schedule this weekend:


Where/When: At the  on Friday from 12:15 to 12:55 p.m.
Why Go: Because pianist Jonathan Comisar and vocalist Galit Dadoun will perform Sephardi and Israeli folk. And, lunch will be available by Morristown caterers C’est Cheese.
Pricing: Free


Where/When:  in Montville on Friday at 7 p.m.
Why Go: Because admission comes with soft drinks, coffee and tea, entrees, dessert and comedy. BYOB. Proceeds benefit the Montville Township High School athletic department.
Pricing: $55 per person


Where/When:  in Morris Township on Friday from 7 to 10 p.m.
Why Go: Because the party will have a boardwalk theme, a Bruce Springsteen cover band and refreshments.
Pricing: For more information, call 973-971-3706


Where/When:  on Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Singer/songwriter Allyssa Bonagura will open for Baillie and the Boys. BYOB.
Pricing: $18 at the door.


Where/When:  in Morristown on Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Because Orlando has been performing for nearly four decades and will sing some of his fan’s favorites, including “Knock Three Times.”
Pricing: Ranges from $42 to $77.


Where/When: Black River Playhouse in Chester on Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Because this comedic drama stars local actors and actresses, including Jill Bormann of Morristown and Steven Nitka and Carol Holland of Long Valley.
Pricing: $18; $16 for seniors or students.

When/Where: , Hillsborough, Saturday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go: Come on out and join the fight against cancer. Enjoy some great activities, support some local businesses and have fun while getting fit.
Pricing: Free admission to the fair. $25 fee for the walk/run. 

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When/Where: Bridgewater Township Library, Saturday from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Why Go: Become technologically savvy with some help from your local librarians.
Pricing: Free. Registration required.

When/Where: Bridgewater-Raritan High School, Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
Why Go:  The orchestra will play a wide range of music from Brahm's Academic Festival Overture to Harry Potter Highlights.
Pricing: Free. Donations are accepted at the door.

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When/Where: Wegmans, Bridgewater, Saturday at 10 to 11 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m.
Why Go: A toast to making your own Fizz beverage and flower arrangement with a recipe of pride and your own two hands.
Pricing: $5 per child and parent with Shopper Plus Card. Purchase tickets in advanced to save your spot.

When/Where: Duke Farms, Hillsborough, Saturday, 6 to 8 p.m.
Why Go: Bike your way past the blossoming of spring under the beauty of the setting sun.
Pricing: $10 per person. $5 per child in a bike seat or a trailer. Registration required.

GRAB & GO KIDS PLANNER


Where/When:  in Parsippany on Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: Eric Komar, Jewish folk, jazz and rock musician will perform.
Pricing: Free


Where/When:  in Morris Township on Saturday, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Why Go: Because children between ages 5 to 8 with their parents or guardians can choose a plot and help farmers plant peas and potatoes.


Where/When:  in Morris Township on Saturday, 12:30 to 1 p.m.
Why Go: Because classic cartoons will be shown on the big screen at the Bickford Theatre.
Pricing: Admission to the museum is $10 for adults, $7 for children and seniors, free for children younger than three.


Where/When:  in Morristown on Saturday, 1 p.m.
Why Go: “Planet Earth: Jungles” will be shown on the big screen in the Bickford Theatre.
Pricing: Admission to the museum is $10 for adults, $7 for children and seniors, free for children younger than three.


Where/When:  in Morris Township on Saturday, 2 p.m.
Why Go: Because children ages 5 and older can learn the scientific method through hands-on experience.
Pricing: Free for museum members, $3 plus museum admission for non-members.


Where/When:  in Chatham on Sunday, 1 to 2 p.m.
Why Go: Because all ages can work together to solve nature riddles.
Pricing: $3.

When/Where: Wagner Farm Arboretum, Warren, Friday through Sunday
Why Go:  The garden is blooming with children's activities, contests, plant sale and shopping for all.
Pricing: Free admission

When/Where: , Environmental Center, Friday at 10 a.m.
Why Go:  Children ages 3 to 5 can grab their boots and discover what's happening in the slimy, slippery mud.
Pricing:  $10 per child and parent and $5 per additional child. Registration required.

When/Where: Cooper Gristmill, Chester, Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go:  Meet baby lambs and watch hand shearing of sheep. Crafts and hands-on activities for all.
Pricing:  Free. Donations accepted.


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