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Events Not to Miss:
What: Amanda Kloots
Why: Meet "The Talk" Co-host and author of Tell Me Your Dreams.
When: Thursday April 13, 6 pm
Where: Books and Greetings, 271 Livingston St., Northvale
What: Open Cockpit Day
Why: Kids hop into the pilot seat of a number of aircraft and pretend to take flight.
When: Saturday April 15, 10:30 am-4 pm
Where: The Aviation Hall of Fame and Museum of NJ, 400 Fred Wehran Dr., Teterboro
What: Nature Story Time
Why: Enjoy a nature-themed story plus a meet and greet with an animal.
When: Saturday April 15, 10-10:30 am
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
What: Open House
Why: Camp tours, spin art, face painting, and ice trucks as you learn about a summer of fun.
When: Sunday April 16, 9 am-12:30 pm
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 East Clinton Ave. Tenafly
Why: Join bergenPAC live with this comedic take on classic tales.
When: Sunday April 16, 3 pm
Where: bergenPAC, 28 South Dean St.
If you're heading out of Bergen:
What: Kearny VFW Carnival
Why: Rides, games, food, and fun.
When: Thursday April 13-Sunday April 23
Where: 277 Passaic Ave., Kearny
Why: The famous street fair is back with local vendors to shop plus entertainment for the whole family.
When: Sunday April 16, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Downtown Nyack
Why: Special events surrounding the blooming trees are happening throughout April.
When: Now through Sunday April 16, check schedule for times
Where: Branch Brook Park, Newark
What: Easter Eggstravaganza
Why: Egg scavenger hunts, carnival rides, animals, games, and so much more.
When: Weekends through Sunday April 16, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Heaven Hill Farm, 451 State Route 94, Vernon
Why: Bring the kids for hayrides, pony rides, and more farm fun.
When: Now through Sunday April 30, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Alstede Farms, 1 Alstede Farms Lane, Chester
What: Dogman: The Musical
Why: The beloved Dav Pilkey series comes alive on the stage.
When: Now through Sunday April 30, check schedule for showtimes
Where: 340 W 50th St., NYC
What: Butterfly House
Why: Painted ladies and Monarchs are popping up and flying around at LSC this spring.
When: Now through Sunday April 30, during business hours
Where: Liberty Science Center, 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City
Upcoming Events:
What: Earth Day Volunteer Day
Why: Head to the trails to help maintain them for years to come.
When: Saturday April 22, 9 am-12 pm
Where: Closter Nature Center, 154 Ruckman Rd., Closter
What: Elmwood Park Street Fair
Why: This huge block party brings entertainment, fun for kids, food, and plenty of shopping.
When: Saturday April 22, 11 am-5 pm
Where: 300 Market St., Elmwood Park
