Sponsored Post: Want to avoid the summer brain drain? Check out DE Summer Connections, where your kids can do it all, in one place. Engaging learners in grades pre-K through 12th, the program offers a robust schedule that allows campers to try a variety of subject areas (3D printing, stained glass and water play to name a few) giving kids an opportunity to both hone skills and spark interest in brand new disciplines. (DE Summer Connections Open House is Saturday, May 17th, 1pm to 3pm in the Hajjar Auditorium at Dwight Englewood School, Palisade Ave, Englewood, (201) 569-9500 ext. 3501)
Sponsored Post: Kid-friendly theater can be found this weekend at Stuart Little at NJPAC, where your little can follow the misadventures of the mysterious mouse of E.B. White’s classic tale. (tickets start at $13, Sat, May 17th, 2pm, NJPAC, Newark)
Events Not To Miss:
What: Martin Short at Bergen PAC
Why: The funnyman hits the stage for an eve of standup.
When: Friday, May 16th 8pm, tickets start at $50
Where:Bergen PAC, N. Vanbrunt, Englewood
What: Ridgewood Sidewalk Sale Days
Why: Summer shopping fun!
When: Through Saturday, May 17th
Where: Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood
What: Le Sportsac and Benefit Event at Garden State Plaza
Why:Beauty Boost Drink Bar and 25% off are just some highlights of this fun shopping event.
When: Saturday, May 17th, 1pm to 5pm
Where: Garden State Plaza, level 2, Paramus
What: Jenna’s Rainbow Foundation Spring Fair
Why: Inflatables, Carnival Games, Silly Cheeks Facepainting, Arts and Crafts and more fun!
When: Sunday, May 18th, 12:30pm to 5pm
Where: Tenafly Middle School, Tenafly
What: Touch-a-Truck Junior League
Why: Climb on, beep horns, facepainting, bounce-houses, music and more
When: Sunday, May 18th, 10am to 2pm, $20/family in advance
Where: Garden State Plaza, Paramus
What: Family Field Day and BBQ at YJCC Bergen
Why: Carnival games, face painting, story time
When: Sunday, May 18th, 11am to 2pm, $5pp or $20/family rsvp, pjlibrary@yjcc.org
Where: YJCC, 605 Pascack Road, Township of Washington
What: Marcia’s Attic for Kids Airbrushing Event
Why: With airbrushing legend John O’Leary on hand, Uggs, tees and more will be sprayed to perfection. (a portion of the proceeds will go to Jenna’s Rainbow)
When: Sunday, May 18th, 10am to 2pm
Where: Marcia’s Attic Kids, 29 N. Dean Street, Englewood
What: Super Fun Family Science Saturday
Why: family-focused, water-themed afternoon of unforgettable exploration. Complete all the activity stations and go home with a prize!
When: Sunday, May 18th 3pm to 5pm, $15 for non-members
Where: Flat Rock Brook Nature Center, Englewood
What: Kids’ Hike through Skunk Hollow
Why: A two mile hike on kid-friendly terrain
When: Sunday, May 18th, 11am through 1pm
Where: State Line Lookout, Alpine
What: Lea Michele at Books and Greetings
Why: The Glee crooner meets fans and signs her new book.
When: Tuesday, May 20th, 7pm to 8pm, ticketed event- hurry!
Where: 271 Livingston Street, Northvale
What: Microsoft Event with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis
Why:An exclusive Macklemore & Ryan Lewis performance on Thursday to launch the opening of Microsoft at Garden State Plaza
When: From Wednesday, May 21st, till Thurs, May 22nd 10:00 p.m. Where: Garden State Plaza Paramus, Parking Deck B Lower Level
What: Table to Table BBQ & B’yond with Anne Burrell
Why: An evening with BBQ, Burgers, Bacon and Blues with the Celeb Chef and tons of top local eateries.
When: Thurs, May 22nd, 6:30pm, $195/ticket
Where: Hackensack Golf Club, 880 Soldier Hill Rd, Oradell
If you’re heading out of Bergen….
What: Dinosaurs Rock Live Show
Why:The show, with expert Neil Brown (luv him!), will keep your little dino lovers enthralled and entertained.
When: Sat-Sunday, May 17th-18th, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:30pm
Where: Bronx Zoo
Upcoming:
What: Zerbini Family Circus
Why: Camels and High Wires Oh My
When: Friday, May 23rd to the 26th
Where: Museum Village, 1010 State Route 17N, Monroe, NY
