Sponsored Post: Join the Kaplen JCC's Rubin Run on Sunday, May 11, for a family-friendly 5K/10K and kids' fun runs supporting inclusive programs for individuals with disabilities. This event celebrates health and wellness for all ages and abilities, raising funds to support programs and services that make the JCC accessible and inclusive to the entire community, especially the Guttenberg Center for Special Services. REGISTRATION IS OPEN!Events Not to Miss:
What: Cresskill UNICO Carnival
Why: Enjoy a fun night with the fam while you play games, hop on a ride, and bite into a treat.
When: Wednesday May 7-Saturday May 10, 5:30-10 pm
Where: 3rd Street Pool, Cresskill
Why: Make a spring martini candle while sipping on a custom cocktail.
When: Thursday May 8, 6:30-8 pm
Where: Hunt & Orchard, Ridgewood
What: Bikes on Ice
Why: The bikes ditch the dirt for a high-flying show on ice.
When: Friday May 9, 5 pm and 7 pm-Sunday May 11, 1 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm
Where: American Dream, East Rutherford
Why: Find tons of vendors, food trucks, arts & crafts for kids and adults, and more local fun.
When: Saturday May 10, 12-4 pm
Where: Humble Yoga, Closter
What: Mother's Day Mommy + Me
Why: Enjoy treats, goody bags, raffles, and a drop-in from the tinsel fairy.
When: Saturday May 10, 9 am-5 pm
Where: Polished Pub
What: Artisan Market
Why: Take a break and shop local artisans' jewelry, decor, and gifts.
When: Saturday May 10, 12-7 pm
Where: Bergen Town Center, Paramus
Why: Create a one-of-a-kind gift for a mom, wrapped and ready to go.
When: Saturday May 10, 1-4 pm
Where: Fresh & Fancy Farms, New Milford
Why: Tour the garden, enjoy kids activities, see costumed re-enactors, and more.
When: Saturday May 10, 10 am-4 pm
Where: Garretson Forge & Farm, Fair Lawn
Why: Street fair seasons starts with a kids' zone, crafts, vendors to shop, a beer garden, and more.
When: Saturday May 10, 12-7 pm
Where: Maywood Ave., Maywood
Why: Lace up for this family-friendly race to raise money for support services.
When: Sunday May 11, 8 am-1 pm
Where: Kaplen JCC on the Palisades, Tenafly
What: Mother's Day Family Hike
Why: Bring the fam for a laid-back Mother's Day in nature, and don't forget to snap some pics.
When: Sunday May 11, 11 am-1 pm
Where: Tenafly Nature Center, Tenafly
Why: Meet the author of Playful by Design: Your Stress-Free Guide to Raising Confident, Creative Kids Through Independent Play.
When: Wednesday May 14, 10 am
Where: Bookends, Ridgewood
If You're Heading Out of Bergen:
What: Bug Safari
Why: Mini scientists in the making learn how to catch bugs on the field, the release them back into the wild.
When: Saturday May 10, 10 am
Where: Hudson Highlands Nature Museum,
What: Palisades Mall Carnival
Why: Plenty of rides for bigs and littles, plenty of fun for all.
When: Now through Sunday May 11, weekdays 5-10 pm, weekends 3-10 pm
Where: Palisades Mall, West Nyack
Why: Dav Pilkey's book series comes to life on stage.
When: Tuesday May 13, 4 pm
Where: Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown
Upcoming Events:
What: Touch-a-Truck
Why: Climb onto a fire truck or get behind the wheel of a police car at this fun-filled day.
When: Thursday May 15, 9 am-2 pm
Where: Memorial Park at Van Neste Square, Ridgewood
What: Bubble Show
Why: An eye-popping show with bubbly magic.
When: Friday May 16, 4 pm
Where: Bergen Town Center, Paramus