We rounded up the best things to do in Bergen County and beyond on our weekend PLAYlist!
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Sponsored Post: It’s all about fun at Palisades Country Day Camp: think endless theme days, a water park vibe and a "snow day" in the middle of summer. Want to know more? Join them at their Open House on Saturday, March 7th from 10am - 1pm which features a bounce house, personal tours, arts and crafts and some fun give aways! . Or call the office to schedule a tour at your convenience. Children are welcome. PCDC camp runs from Monday, June 29th through Friday, August 21st. (Palisades Country Day School & Camp,248 Herbert Avenue, Closter, 201.784.7600 x3)Events Not To Miss:
Why: Stories on the farm plus a special take-home book gift.
When: Friday March 6, 10 am, 10:30 am, 11 am, $10
Where: Abma’s Farm, 700 Lawlins Rd., Wyckoff
Why: Comedy, juggling magic and more.
When: Saturday March 7, 10 am-2 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza Blvd., Paramus
What: Lunch With Elmo
Why: Open play and a visit with your kid’s fave red monster.
When: Saturday March 7, 10 am-12 pm, $30
Where: The Big Playhouse, 316 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood
Why: Jumpstart your path to spring with this showcase of the latest in beauty, health and fashion.
When: Saturday March 7, 10 am-5 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, 1 Garden State Plaza Blvd., Paramus
What: Tracks & Scat!
Why: Learn about animal tracks and try to identify them yourself.
When: Saturday March 7, 11 am-12 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
Why: Tour the camp and learn about the summer fun in store for your child.
When: Saturday March 7, 10 am-1 pm
Where: Palisades Country Day School & Camp, 248 Herbert Ave., Closter
What: Purim Carnival
Why: Games, prizes, food and fun for all ages.
When: Sunday March 8, 10:30 am-1 pm
Where: The Fair Lawn Jewish Center/Congregation B’nai Israel, 10-10 Norma Ave., Fair Lawn
What: Rubach Family Purim Celebration- CANCELLED
Why: Come in costume to enjoy bouncing, games, prizes, characters and more.
When: Sunday March 8, 1-4 pm, $25
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 E Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Shamrock Brew Fest
Why: A day for the adults with brews, games, music and more.
When: Sunday March 8, 1-5 pm, $49-$59
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza Blvd., Paramus
Why: Meet the best-selling author as she signs her new book, The Gift of Forgiveness.
When: Wednesday March 11, 6 pm
Where: Bookends, 211 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
Why: Candy, prizes and treasures for lucky winners.
When: Thursday March 12, 4-5 pm
Where: Stew Leonard’s Paramus Park, Paramus
Why: Register for a 4-session play-based class to meet other moms and bond with baby.
When: Thursdays, 9:30-10:15 am
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, 411 E Clinton Ave., Tenafly
What: Maple Sugaring
Why: Find a maple tree and tap for sap.
When: Weekends through Sunday March 22, 2-3 pm and 3:30-4:30 pm, member/$5, non-member/$10
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly
If you’re heading out of Bergen:
What: Finding Neverland
Why: The award-winning musical about the story behind Peter Pan brings magic to the stage.
When: Friday March 6, 7:30 pm, Saturday March 7, 2 pm and 7:30 pm, $59-$99
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South St., Morristown
What: Sugarloaf Craft Festival
Why: Shop some of the finest crafts and artwork from top artists.
When: Friday March 6-Saturday March 7, 10 am-6 pm, Sunday March 8, 10 am-5 pm, $10
Where: NJ Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison
What: Dr. Seuss Family Fun Day
Why: Meet the Cat in the Hat, make Seuss crafts and take in a Seuss-inspired show.
When: Saturday March 7, 11 am-4 pm,
Where: Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown
What: Celine Dion
Why: The icon performs in her Courage World Tour.
When: Saturday March 7-Sunday March 8, 7:30 pm
Where: Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St., Newark
What: Pinkalicious Day
Why: A pinkatastic day of crafts, stories and cupcakes.
When: Sunday March 8, 11 am, kids/$26.99, adults/$6.99
Where: Imagine That, 4 Vreeland Rd., Florham Park
What: Maple Sugaring Party
Why: A sweetly satisfying day of sap demos, maple crafts and sweet treats.
When: Sunday March 8, 11 am-3 pm, $15
Where: Greenburgh Nature Center, 99 Dromore St., Scarsdale
What: Pearl River Train Show
Why: The annual train show rolls in with hundreds of models on display
When: Now through Sunday March 8, Saturdays 10 am-5 pm, Sundays 12-5 pm
Where: Pearl River United Methodist Church, 130 Franklin Ave., Pearl River
What: MasterChef Junior Live!
Why: See what’s cooking in this live demo of the kids’ TV competition.
When: Tuesday March 10, 7 pm, $29.50-$59.40
Where: NJPAC, 1 Center St., Newark
Why: Films for every age and every interest.
When: Now through Sunday March 15, check schedule for times, $14.50
Where: 225 Broadway, NYC
Why: Get a special look at the giraffe barn and meet the giraffe keeper.
When: Weekends through March 29, 2-2:30 pm, $50
Where: Essex County Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Ave., West Orange
What: ZeroSpace:The Museum
Why: A hands-on digital art experience that lets kids create.
When: Now through Sunday March 22, check schedule for times, kids/$25, adults/$35
Where: 136 W. 33rd St., NYC
What: The Orchid Show
Why: Color your day with beautiful floral creations
When: Now through Sunday April 19, 10 am-6 pm, kids/$15, adults/$30
Where: New York Botanical Garden, 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx
Upcoming:
Why: Fencing, art and design, and debate workshops for a fun and educational morning.
When: Saturday March 14, 10 am-1 pm
Where: Dwight-Englewood School, 315 E Palisade Ave., Englewood
Why: Get some ME time and check out the latest in fashion, beauty, health and fitness.
When: Saturday March 14, 1-3 pm
Where: Westfield Garden State Plaza, One Garden State Plaza Blvd., Paramus
What: Meet the Animals
Why: Visit the cabin by the pond and spend time with some animals.
When: Sunday March 15, 3 pm
Where: Closter Nature Center, 154 Ruckman Rd., Closter
