All events are subject to change or cancellation. Please click or call ahead to confirm.
April
Wednesday, 3; Oak Ridge
THE FRONT OF YOUTH CAMPS. Lecture on Nazism in America. 4:30 - 6:30pm. 243 Mt Paul Rd.
Kean Skylands; 908/737-1612
Thursday, 4-14; Hackettstown
BACKWARDS, FORWARDS, BACK. When soldiers returns from war carrying the ghosts of their tour, they're faced with a sobering decision. This electric, vivid, one-person show explores the power of healing and finding strength in vulnerability. Lackland Center, 715 Grand Ave..
TROUT SEASON OPENS. Don’t forget your 2024 fishing license! More...
Monday, 8; Great Meadows
TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE EVENT. View the eclipse at the observatory in Jenny Jump State Forest. Digital cameras will be attached to some of the telescopes to provide a live view of the eclipse. Registration not required but suggested because of limited parking. 1 - 6pm. Free. Jenny Jump State Park, 333 State Park. More...
THE LIGHTNING THIEF: THE PERCY JACKSON MUSICAL. As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can't control, a destiny he doesn't want, and a mythology textbook's worth of monsters on his trail. Lackland Center, 715 Grand Ave..
THE DOO WOP PROJECT. A group of talented, charismatic, and engaging Broadway stars from smash hit shows like Jersey Boys, Motown: The Musical, and A Bronx Tale, trace the evolution of Doo Wop from the classic sounds of five guys singing harmonies on a street corner to today’s biggest hits. 8pm. 118 Lamington Road.
THE MORRIS CANAL IN THE 21ST CENTURY: CREATING THE MORRIS CANAL GREENWAY TRAIL. Canal Society of New Jersey Lecture Series 2pm. 45 Macculloch Avenue. More...
NEW JERSEY INVASIVE SPECIES CONFERENCE. Comprehensive state-wide forum on invasive species as well as new and emerging issues. 9 - 12. $110, preregister. 80 Route 206. More...
TREASURES BY THE RIVER. A spring art and antiques fair beautifully blending thirty artisans and antique vendors. Indoor and outdoor settings in a large historic barn and in the pristine riverside amphitheater. Food truck by Angry Dads. 10am - 5pm. Free. Route 46 and Ramsaysburg Road on the Delaware.
EARTH DAY WEEKEND CELEBRATION. There’s no better way to celebrate than with a visit to NJBG, where you’ll find the beauty of nature and a soothing respite from this busy world, plus a number of special programs. $5. 20 Morris Rd..
LILAC CARE WORKSHOP. Come work with us in the Lilac Garden and get a hands-on lesson in lilac pruning, dead-heading and general care from dedicated volunteers. 1pm. Free.. 20 Morris Rd..
THE FUTURE OF NJ FORESTS. We have been invaded by the Emerald Ash Borer, Spotted Lanternflies, a Nematode killing Beech Trees. If it has not already occurred, we are about to be invaded by the Elm Zigzag Sawfly and Asian jumping worms. Join Paul Kurtz from the NJ Dept. of Agriculture as he presents on the state of our forests and informs us on the biology, impacts and current research in handling these new forest invaders. Virtual Program. 7 - 8pm. Free,, registration required. Echo Hill, 42 Lilac Drive.
Hunterdon County Parks; 908/782-1158
Saturday, 27; Flemington
LICHEN WORKSHOP AND WALK. learn about these fascinating and ecologically important organisms followed by a walk to nearby spots where many of the common local species can be seen 2 - 4pm. $8. Echo Hill, 42 Lilac Drive.
Hunterdon County Parks; 908/782-1158
Saturday, 27; New Brunswick
NEW JERSEY FOLK FESTIVAL. This year’s theme “Garden State: Cultures of Cultivation” will explore the many creative and culturally unique approaches to the arts of gardening, agriculture, and food. Harvest songs and dances, community gardening organizations, seed saving, and more! Free. Eagleton Institute (Woodlawn), at the corner of George Street and Ryders Lane.
Rutgers University; 848/932-5775
Saturday, 27; Sparta
SPARTA SPECIAL OLYMPICS. Sixty+ vendors, food trucks, bulldog kissing booth. 10am. Free. 70 W. Mountain Rd.
Sparta Special Olympics
May
Saturday, 4; Washington
AREA 57. The event is all about tech and aviation, including drone demonstrations by Warren Community College’s nationally acclaimed Drone/Robotics/AI program and Combat Robots, organized by the newly formed Garden State Combat Robotics League. Of course, there will be a few hot air balloons. with presentations on How a Balloon Works, suspected alien Fred G Monster special shape hot air balloon and tethered rides, as weather allows! Warren County Community College, 475 NJ-57.
ROCK N ROLL STEAMPUNK FAIR. Come enjoy a full day of live music, artisan vendors, street performers, costumes and general steampunk shenanigans. Music lineup: Crash Gordon & Debra Dynamite, Frenchy and the Punk, Victor and the Bully. Plus dangerous feats of skill and tricks to amaze by Professional Monstrosity. Come dressed for the occasion or come as you are; you won't want to miss this unique festival! 10am - 5pm. Washington Ave.
March 1-March 31 • FEATURED ARTISTS. March featured artists will be Robin Rickard and Karin White. Robin creates stunning wood burned repurposed wood items that are both functional, and beautiful. Karin creates lovely, earthy jewelry using repurposed treasures and natural stones. They will be offering 10% off any one item for the month of March with a coupon that will be available at the gallery. On Saturday, March 9th, they will be holding a reception from 12-4pm. Please join them for a relaxing afternoon with light refreshments and pick up something special if you wish!
April 10-April 24 • WOMEN PLAYWRIGHTS SERIES. Presentations on three consecutive Wednesdays of short-play competition, playwrighting classes, and panel discussions with visiting playwrights provide a working forum for the unique voice of women writing for theatre today. The WPS has helped to develop the work of over 60 playwrights from around the country, producing more than 14 world premieres on the CSC mainstage. Staged readings are followed by a lively discussion with the playwrights and casts.7:30pm. Free.
Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Center. ; 908/979-0900
Morris County Historical Society, Morristown
February 7-July 14 • DEMPSEY BY DESIGN: THE CREATIONS OF A MORRISTOWN IRISH DRESSMAKER. The creations of Mrs. R.F. (Catherine) Dempsey (1850-1931)1:30 - 2:30. $5-$8.
Second Sunday Every Month • MORRIS CANAL EXHIBITS. A premiere site along the historic Morris Canal Greenway, will have volunteers on hand to welcome visitors and answer questions. Exhibits tell the story of the valley now bisected by Route 57, also known as the Warren Heritage Scenic Byway, and the people who lived and worked here. There are also trails to explore so wear your walking shoes and check out the StoryWalk or the exercise trail or the trail to Stewartsville.1 - 4pm.
Saturdays • ASTRONOMY TALKS. Presentations
followed by observing sessions, weather permitting, at the UACNJ Observatory located 1,100 feet above sea level in Jenny Jump State Forest. The site is one of the few dark sky locations left in the state and features several permanently mounted telescopes from a 7-inch APO refractor to a 16-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain.
Ongoing • TOURS OF WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS AT THE FORD MANSION.
The Washington’s
Headquarters Museum includes includes three exhibit galleries, a 30-minute introductory video, and the Discover History Center. Tours of Fords Mansion will be made available at 10 and 11am and at 1, 2, 3 and 4pm.