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Events Not To Miss:
What: Easter at Abma’s Farm.
Why: Baby Chicks, Bunnies and The Easter Bunny too.
When: Friday, April 18th and Saturday, April 19th
Where: 700 Lawlins Road, Wyckoff
What: Spring Carnival at Overpeck Park
Why: Rides, Games and carnival food- yes.
When: Saturday, April 19th through Tuesday, April 22nd
Where: Overpeck Park, 119 Challenger Rd, Ridgefield Park
What: DE Summer Connections Open House
Why: From courses in mythology and photography to tennis and sports, your kid can have their fun and enrichment too.
When: Saturday, April 19th, 1pm to 3pm
Where: Hajjar Auditorium at Dwight-Englewood School, Englewood
What: FREE Alvin Ailey Open Dance Workshops
Why: Ages 2 and up can enjoy fun, free dance and movement classes taught by expert instructors.
When: Saturday, April 19th , 10am to noon, RSVP to RSVP@NJPAC.org
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center St., Newark
What: Fresh and Fancy Farms All Natural Easter Egg Dying
Why: Artfully designed eggs that won’t mess up your kitchen
When: Saturday April 19th noon to 3pm, $12, reservations recommended
Where: 575 River Rd, New Milford, 201-483-9494
What: Ready to Rock at the YJCC
Why: Visit for FREE fun: Super Soccer Stars, Arts and Crafts, Open Swim, Gardening and more
When: Sunday, April 20th 9am to 2pm, FREE Community Event
Where: Bergen County YJCC, Wash Twship
What: Earth Day at Fresh and Fancy Farms
Why: Embrace Mother Earth with kid-friendly fun like terrarium making, seed planting and more.
When: Tuesday, April 22nd, 4pm to 6pm, activities from $5
Where: 575 River Rd, New Milford, 201-483-9494
What: Sid the Science Kid
Why: Sid and his friends take on wonders and discoveries throughout this awesome stage show
When: Thursday, April 24th, 7pm; Check website for ticket info
Where: BergenPAC, 30 N. Brunt St., Englewood
What: Great Treasure Hunt Games by Team Makers
Why: Kids ages 4-10 take part in leadership activities and new games every week to build confidence and teamwork. “Downtime” includes trips to the butterfly atrium, bounce house and other indoor fun in the WOW Museum.
When: Kicks off Thursday, April 24th for 8 weeks, 4pm to 5pm, call 201-800-5076 to reserve, space is limited.
Where: World of Wings, 1775 Windsor Rd., Teaneck
If you’re heading out of Bergen….
What: Kids Culinary Week
Why: Kids visit hands-on activity stations like “Grow Your Own Seed Pack” and the “Tip Top Pickle Shop” where kids make their own pickles.
When: Monday, April 14th through Sunday, April 20th
Where: New York Botanical Garden, Bronx NY
What: Alstede Farms Spring Family Fun Days
Why: Daytrip it for Pony rides, baby animals tours, Easter egg hunts and more.
When: Starting Thursday, April 10th through Easter. Tickets start at $12.99
Where: Alstede Farms 84 County Route 513 S, Chester, 908-879-7189
Upcoming:
What: Free Dental Care Day at East Madison Dental
Why: No dental, no problem. The team is offering FREE dental care on a first come first served basis to patients in need of care- including cleanings, fillings, extractants and sealants. The first 50 in are guaranteed to be seen!
When: Friday, April 25th, registration 8:30- event runs until 3pm
Where: East Madison Dental, 101 Piermont Road in Tenafly
What: Party for the Planet at the Bergen Zoo
Why: Get Your Party for the Planet Passport stamped and signed when you visit each special exhibit. FREE admission for the day for all!
When: Saturday, April 27th, 10am, FREE!
Where: 216 Forest Avenue, Paramus
