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	1/1 sunday Sunday Bible Fellowship - 8:45 AM, at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church on 519 Mercer Street, Bridgewater, NJ. Call 908-526-4330. StoryTime - children’s program with a fun story and simple craft activity. 2 PM, in Barnes & Noble at North Village Shopping Center, 869 Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ. Intended for pre-K to 2nd grade, but all are welcome. Parents must accompany children at all times. Call 732-545-7966, or visit www.barnesandnobleinc.com FREE First Sunday - a day of activities, tours, and fun for the whole family. Noon - 5 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street , New Brunswick, NJ. Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Just Drop In! - a different gallery is explored each week through creative, interactive projects. 1 - 4 PM, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Drop in to our activity stations most Sundays. For families with children ages 3–10. FREE with museum admission. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Treasures From The Collection: Museum of American Glass - exhibition focusing on pieces chosen their appearance and craftsmanship and also for their historical importance in telling the story of glass manufacture in the United States. On display during regular hours in the Museum of American Glass, at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. This exhibition celebrates 38 years of collecting and focuses on the most significant 125 pieces in the collection. Continuing attraction. Visits to the Museum are FREE through March 31, 2011. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org New York City Tours - an opportunity to explore Manhattan via double-decker bus, helicopter, boat or walking. A variety of options are offered by Gray Line New York Sightseeing. Tours depart from 8th Avenue between 46th and 47th Streets. Daily attraction. Fee. Call 800-669-0051 or 212-445-0848, email Info@GrayLineNewYork.com, or visit www.newyorksightseeing.com Historic Tours - guided exploration of one of the most visited sites in New Jersey and one of the most important historic sites in the United States. Staff provides daily tours and interpretations of American colonial life. At the Old Barracks Museum, 101 Barrack Street, Trenton, NJ. The Old Barracks serves as an educational center for Colonial and American history, and stands as the last remaining structure of its kind. The building offers a museum of artifacts and weapons, and a gift shop. Offered daily for small groups and individuals. (For groups of more than 15, please call ahead.) Call 609-396-1776 or 609-777-3599 (weekends), email Barracks@voicenet.com, or visit www.barracks.org Aquarium Attractions - a wide variety of exhibits, activities and shows gives guests the opportunity to learn about the amazing undersea world! At the New York Aquarium, Surf Avenue at West 8th Street in Coney Island, NY. Daily attractions include: Sea Lions in the Aquatheater; the interactive touch pool; amazing Jellyfish; awesome sharks in a floor-to-ceiling tank; playful otters, seals and penguins with an underwater viewing area; and the Happy Feet 4-D Experience (4D Immersion Theater combines the visual drama of a 3D film with a variety of sensory effects). Fee, children under 3 years of age admitted free. Call 718-265-FISH, or visit www.nyaquarium.com or www.wcs.org Up-Close Animal Adventures - participants have the opportunity to interact with: Hippos, Sea Turtles, Sharks & Stingrays, Seals, or Penguins. At Adventure Aquarium, 1 Aquarium Drive, Camden Waterfront, NJ. Different encounters available on different days - all require preregistration and include aquarium admission, souvenir and photo. The aquarium also features a huge variety of animal exhibits, interactive experiences, touch exhibits and 4D Theater. Fee. Call 856-365-3300, or visit www.AdventureAquarium.com Magic Shows - FREE performances every day on the hour, plus an animatronic Houdini performing his straight jacket escape routine four times hourly. At Fantasma Magic, 421 Seventh Avenue, 2nd Floor, (across from Madison Square Garden, entrance on 33rd Street), Manhattan, NYC. There's also a Houdini museum and more magical fun on-site. Daily attraction. Call 212-244-3633, or visit www.fantasmamagic.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 3 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Gazillion Bubble Show - mind-blowing bubble magic performed by Fan (Guinness World Record Holder), Ana, Jano or Deni Yang. Noon & 3 PM, at New World Stages Theatre at 340 West 50th Street, Manhattan, NYC. This is the first and only interactive stage production of its kind, complete with fantastic light effects, lasers, and jaw-dropping masterpieces of bubble artistry. The show's spellbinding grand finale floods the theatre with an incredible laser display and wave after wave of light-catching bubbles. All ages are sure to be amazed, mystified, and enchanted by this blending of art and science. Tickets from Telecharge at 212-239-6200 or www.telecharge.com. Visit www.gazillionbubbleshow.com, or www.newworldstages.com The Berenstain Bears Live! In Family Matters The Musical - adapted from the classic children’s books by Stan and Jan Berenstain and approved by the authors themselves. 2 PM, at The Marjorie S. Deane Little Theatre at the West Side YMCA - 5 West 63rd Street, Manhattan, NYC. An entertaining and heart-warming new musical with an original score by Michael Borton and a book by Borton and Michael Slade. Each performance features a FREE Berenstain Bears post-show celebration that includes dancing, face painting and photos with the cast after the show. Fee. Call 866-811-4111, or visit www.BerenstainBearsLive.com 1/2 monday Storytime With Arielle - program for kids of all ages! 11 AM, on the Barnes & Noble children’s stage at Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ. Generally about half an hour long, Arielle features both new books and classics, often exploring fun themes and involving the children in crafts and other activities. Call 908-526-7425, or visit www.barnesandnobleinc.com Writing Group - adult critique group. 7 PM, in the Barnes & Noble Cafe’ at Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ. Writers of all levels and interests are welcomed to discuss writing ideas, critique each others’ work, and be inspired! Call 908-526-7425, or visit www.barnesandnobleinc.com Historical Exhibit - a colorful exhibit which provides a broader context for what people can see at this authentic, turn-of-the-century living history farm, maintained by the Monmouth County Park System. 1 - 3 PM daily, at Historic Longstreet Farm, Longstreet Road, Holmdel Park, Holmdel, NJ. The exhibit - which includes plenty of photos and artifacts - explains the architecture, tools, farm buildings, transition to modern agricultural methods, and place of the Longstreet Family in the larger community. On permanent display. Made possible with funding from the New Jersey Historical Commission, the Friends of the Parks, and a private donation. Call 732-842-4000 (TDD/TTY# 711), or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Cape May Family Treasure Hunt - an opportunity to explore Cape May and uncover its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! Information packets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Hill House office at the Physick Estate (during hours of operation) in Cape May, NJ. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that leads participants on a discovery tour set to their own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center For the Arts & Humanities. Fee. Cape May also offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages. Call 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org BILY Of Bergen County - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 7 PM, at 800 Catalpa Avenue, Teaneck NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Linda at 201-320-9907, or lindadiazmurphy1@verizon.net Pop Quiz! - a bar-style competitive team trivia game. 7:30 - 9:30 PM, in the party room at The Pop Shop (retro diner/soda fountain), 729 Haddon Avenue in Collingswood, NJ. Participants test their knowledge of a variety of subjects - including popular culture, sports, current events, and music - in a multiple-round question-and-answer format. This interactive evening centers on lively banter, terrible puns, and a different musical interlude between every round of questions. In addition to elusive bragging rights, teams have a chance to win Pop Shop gift certificates and merchandise. BYOB. Call 856-869-0111, or visit www.thepopshopusa.com 1/3 tuesday Karaoke - 9 PM to closing, at Ryan's Pub, 299 Spotswood Englishtown Road, Monroe Township, NJ. Call 732-251-1709, or visit www.RyansPubNJ.com Storytime - children's program with books, songs, and activities! 11 AM, in Barnes & Noble at Menlo Park Mall, 55 Parsonage Road, Edison, NJ. Call 732-548-4179, or visit www.barnesandnobleinc.com StoryTime - children’s program with a fun story and simple craft activity. 11 AM, in Barnes & Noble at North Village Shopping Center, 869 Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ. Intended for pre-K to 2nd grade, but all are welcome. Parents must accompany children at all times. Call 732-545-7966, or visit www.barnesandnobleinc.com Book Group - adult discussion group. 7 PM, in Barnes & Noble at North Village Shopping Center, 869 Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ. Call 732-545-7966, or visit www.barnesandnobleinc.com Raritan Poets - poetry meeting and workshop. 6:30 - 9:30 PM, at the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center, East Brunswick, NJ. All ages welcome. FREE. Call 732-257-3088 Men’s Open Court Basketball - 8 PM, at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Please use the Main Entrance. Fee, FREE to members. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Folk and Traditional Arts - exhibition. Shown daily (not Mondays) in the Down Jersey Folklife Center at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. A display of traditional arts reflecting the communities which enrich the cultural diversity of South Jersey. These include glass making; quilting; split-oak basketry; Native American bead work and pine needle baskets; Ukrainian Easter eggs; wood carving; Philippine Baybayin Writing; Romanian rugs; Japanese kime-komi dolls; Chinese and Mexican folk arts and more. (Portions of the vast collection are displayed at various times.) Permanent display. Fee. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org Livingston Parent Self-Help Support Group - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 8 - 10 PM, at the Livingston Community & Senior Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston, NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Paul and Nancy Westerfield at lpshsg@gmail.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 7 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/4 wednesday Art After Hours: First Wednesdays - this monthly program features a curator-led tour (5:30 - 6:15 PM), a 20% discount ALL DAY in the Museum Store, a FREE gift with any $20 purchase or more in the Museum Store and blue plate specials in Café Z. 5 - 9 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ. Additional Attractions (TBA) may include: lectures, music and dance performances, poetry slams, films, performance art, and more. Fee. Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FSO also offers other services and support groups. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, email info@mercerfso.org, or visit www.mercerfso.org Drumthwacket Guided Public Tours - a chance to explore a historically important Princeton estate and gardens - the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, Drumthwacket, Route 206, just south of Princeton, NJ. Sited on land that witnessed the Princeton battle of the American Revolution, Drumthwacket was built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden, the man who would be elected New Jersey’s Civil War governor. Drumthwacket's Italianate formal gardens (designed circa 1900), and also the stately house built in 1835, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also open will be Olden House, the original 18th century Quaker farmhouse and birthplace of Drumthwacket's original owner, and the site of the Gift Shop. The house tour is 45 minutes, but allow extra time to explore. On-site parking. Preregister at least 1 week ahead. Call 609-683-0057, or visit www.drumthwacket.org Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, or email info@mercerfso.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/5 thursday Storytime - children's program with books, songs, and activities! 11 AM, in Barnes & Noble at Menlo Park Mall, 55 Parsonage Road, Edison, NJ. Call 732-548-4179, or visit www.barnesandnobleinc.com BOB Meeting - gathering of a “Business Over Breakfast” networking group. 7:30 AM, at Omega Diner, Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ. This diverse group of entrepreneurs and small business owners shares leads and advice in a friendly environment. Contact: Harvey, 732-261-2838. Driving Into The 20th Century - transportation exhibit. On view at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, at 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ. Attendees may discover how local transportation has changed over the past century, and become acquainted with Caroline Foster and her life at Fosterfields and in the Morristown area. Visitors can experience hands-on activities and interactive displays. Featured in the exhibit are Miss Foster’s Rockaway carriage, her 1922 Model “T” Ford, and her 1929 Hupmobile. Permanent exhibition. Fee, children under 4 FREE. Call 973-326-7645. Late Night Series - a weekly open mic held on every Thursday throughout the Fall/Winter/Spring terms. Sign Ups start at 8 PM, on a, first-come first-served basis. Performances from 8:30 - 11 PM, on Drexel University’s campus at 3325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. Performers include: musicians, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, dancers, hot sauce antics, and the list goes on. Each week also has a featured artist: TBA. Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and small snack foods are available. Visit www.latenightseries.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/6 friday Shabbat Together With the Little Ones – 10:45 - 11:45 AM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Fee, preregister. For caregivers with children aged 12 months to 4 years old. Call 732-297-0295, email Nursery@bnaitikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Mammals Of Monmouth County - a display of the preserved skins and skulls of local mammals. 11 AM , at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell, NJ. Call 732-751-9453, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/7 saturday Open Shoot Archery Program - an opportunity to to try your hand at archery. 1 - 3:30 PM, at Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ. Meet at the Activity Barn. This is a non-instructional program open to ages 8 to 13, with adult. Fee. Call 732-872-2670 or 732-842-4000 x4240, email mclampff@monmouthcountyparks.com, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Mammals Of Monmouth County - a display of the preserved skins and skulls of local mammals. 11 AM , at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell, NJ. Call 732-751-9453, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Western Monmouth Wildlife - exhibit which highlights some of the rare and unexpected species found in this region along with more common, though no less photogenic, wildlife living in and around western areas of the Monmouth County Park System. Daily, 9 AM - 4 PM, at Historic Walnford (just off 195 - Exit 8, traveling west; Exit 11, traveling east), 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ. This historic district showcases over 200 years of Monmouth County’s past. Started as a family farm, the site now includes a small industrial village complete with operational 19th century gristmill on the banks of Crosswicks Creek, the large, elegant Waln family home (circa 1774), a carriage house and more. All ages are welcome, under 14 with adult. Admission and parking: FREE. Call 609-259-6275, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Passport To Art - part of a series of interactive workshops which allow families quality time to be creative together. Children and parents or guardians work side-by-side on exciting art, crafts, and performance projects conducted by trained educators and artists. 12:30 -3 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ. Programs often coordinate with current exhibits. Fee, preregister. Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Educator’s Eye Tours - interactive discussions of current exhibitions led by museum educators. 11 AM - 1 PM daily, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/8 sunday Blacksmith Demonstration - an opportunity to visit the balcksmith in his workshop. Noon - 3 PM, at Historic Longstreet Farm, 44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel, NJ. Historic Longstreet Farm is a living historical farm which recreates rural Monmouth County in the 1890s. Interpreters in period dress show both daily and seasonal agricultural and domestic activities. FREE. Call 732-946-3758, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Spotlight Tour - 2 - 2:45 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street , New Brunswick, NJ. Participants may join a docent educator in the museum lobby for an informal and informative introduction to the collection. FREE with general admission (only available when Rutgers is in session). Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Just Drop In! - a different gallery is explored each week through creative, interactive projects. 1 - 4 PM, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Drop in to our activity stations most Sundays. For families with children ages 5–12. FREE with museum admission. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Open Ceramics - 12:30 - 4:30 PM, at Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ. Meet at the Creative Arts Center. Participants may choose from a large selection of bisque fired pottery pieces to glaze and make their own. Pieces will be fired in about a week. Fee. Call 732-872-2670 or 732-842-4000 x4343, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Glass Artistry - this permanenet exhibition of "Treasures From The Collection" focuses on pieces chosen their appearance and craftsmanship and also for their historical importance in telling the story of glass manufacture in the United States. On display during regular hours in the Museum of American Glass, at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. WheatonArts Cultural Center, located on 65 wooded acres in southern New Jersey, is also home to the largest folklife center in the Garden State, a hot glass studio, several traditional craft studios, museum stores, an event center and a pond-side picnic grove. There are daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, special exhibitions, workshops, performances and festivals. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org Manhattan Tourist Cruises - daily tours include a one-hour narrated harbor cruise aboard a luxury yacht and a speedboat tour. Circle Line Harbor Cruises depart daily from historic South Street Seaport’s Pier 16, Manhattan, NYC. Attendees view historic sites such as the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Colgate Clock, the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Dance cruises, happy hour cruises and special holiday cruises are also available. Purchase tickets at the Circle Line Box Office on South Street Seaport’s Pier 16. Visit www.Circlelinedowntown.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 3 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/9 monday Cape May Family Treasure Hunt - an opportunity to explore Cape May and uncover its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! Information packets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Hill House office at the Physick Estate (during hours of operation) in Cape May, NJ. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that leads participants on a discovery tour set to their own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center For the Arts & Humanities. Fee. Cape May also offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages. Call 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org BILY Of Bergen County - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 7 PM, at 800 Catalpa Avenue, Teaneck NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Linda at 201-320-9907, or lindadiazmurphy1@verizon.net 1/10 tuesday Men’s Open Court Basketball - 8 PM, at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Please use the Main Entrance. Fee, FREE to members. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Stamp Club – meeting of The Society of Israel Philatelists, Central NJ Chapter. 7:30 - 10 PM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Members range from beginner to expert and collect all aspects of Israel, Palestine, Holy Land, and Judaica stamps. All meetings include a program of interest ranging from guest speakers to slide shows, and a "show and tell" where members can get assistance in identifying materials and/or show items in their collections. Fee, preregister. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Livingston Parent Self-Help Support Group - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 8 - 10 PM, at the Livingston Community & Senior Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston, NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Paul and Nancy Westerfield at lpshsg@gmail.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 7 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/11 wednesday Drumthwacket Guided Public Tours - a chance to explore a historically important Princeton estate and gardens - the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, Drumthwacket, Route 206, just south of Princeton, NJ. Sited on land that witnessed the Princeton battle of the American Revolution, Drumthwacket was built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden, the man who would be elected New Jersey’s Civil War governor. Drumthwacket's Italianate formal gardens (designed circa 1900), and also the stately house built in 1835, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also open will be Olden House, the original 18th century Quaker farmhouse and birthplace of Drumthwacket's original owner, and the site of the Gift Shop. The house tour is 45 minutes, but allow extra time to explore. On-site parking. Preregister at least 1 week ahead. Call 609-683-0057, or visit www.drumthwacket.org Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FSO also offers other services and support groups. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, email info@mercerfso.org, or visit www.mercerfso.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/12 thursday Late Night Series - a weekly open mic held on every Thursday throughout the Fall/Winter/Spring terms. Sign Ups start at 8 PM, on a, first-come first-served basis. Performances from 8:30 - 11 PM, on Drexel University’s campus at 3325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. Performers include: musicians, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, dancers, hot sauce antics, and the list goes on. Each week also has a featured artist: TBA. Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and small snack foods are available. Visit www.latenightseries.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/13 friday Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/14 saturday Giant Snowman - a chance to help build a giant snowman. 11 AM , at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell, NJ. If there is no snow outside to play with, participants will try to build a snowman inside using recycled paper. Call 732-751-9453, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Western Monmouth Wildlife - exhibit which highlights some of the rare and unexpected species found in this region along with more common, though no less photogenic, wildlife living in and around western areas of the Monmouth County Park System. Daily, 9 AM - 4 PM, at Historic Walnford (just off 195 - Exit 8, traveling west; Exit 11, traveling east), 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ. This historic district showcases over 200 years of Monmouth County’s past. Started as a family farm, the site now includes a small industrial village complete with operational 19th century gristmill on the banks of Crosswicks Creek, the large, elegant Waln family home (circa 1774), a carriage house and more. All ages are welcome, under 14 with adult. Admission and parking: FREE. Call 609-259-6275, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Educator’s Eye Tours - interactive discussions of current exhibitions led by museum educators. 11 AM - 1 PM daily, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Manhattan Tourist Cruises - daily tours include a one-hour narrated harbor cruise aboard a luxury yacht and a speedboat tour. Circle Line Harbor Cruises depart daily from historic South Street Seaport’s Pier 16, Manhattan, NYC. Attendees view historic sites such as the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Colgate Clock, the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Dance cruises, happy hour cruises and special holiday cruises are also available. Purchase tickets at the Circle Line Box Office on South Street Seaport’s Pier 16. Visit www.Circlelinedowntown.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/15 sunday Giant Snowman - a chance to help build a giant snowman. 11 AM , at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell, NJ. If there is no snow outside to play with, participants will try to build a snowman inside using recycled paper. Call 732-751-9453, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Spotlight Tour - 2 - 2:45 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street , New Brunswick, NJ. Participants may join a docent educator in the museum lobby for an informal and informative introduction to the collection. FREE with general admission (only available when Rutgers is in session). Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Just Drop In! - a different gallery is explored each week through creative, interactive projects. 1 - 4 PM, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Drop in to our activity stations most Sundays. For families with children ages 5–12. FREE with museum admission. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Glass Artistry - this permanenet exhibition of "Treasures From The Collection" focuses on pieces chosen their appearance and craftsmanship and also for their historical importance in telling the story of glass manufacture in the United States. On display during regular hours in the Museum of American Glass, at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. WheatonArts Cultural Center, located on 65 wooded acres in southern New Jersey, is also home to the largest folklife center in the Garden State, a hot glass studio, several traditional craft studios, museum stores, an event center and a pond-side picnic grove. There are daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, special exhibitions, workshops, performances and festivals. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 3 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/16 monday South Brunswick Knit & Crochet Club - 7 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Cape May Family Treasure Hunt - an opportunity to explore Cape May and uncover its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! Information packets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Hill House office at the Physick Estate (during hours of operation) in Cape May, NJ. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that leads participants on a discovery tour set to their own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center For the Arts & Humanities. Fee. Cape May also offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages. Call 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org BILY Of Bergen County - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 7 PM, at 800 Catalpa Avenue, Teaneck NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Linda at 201-320-9907, or lindadiazmurphy1@verizon.net 1/17 tuesday SCORE of Princeton - a small business seminar, held each Tuesday. 6:45 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Men’s Open Court Basketball - 8 PM, at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Please use the Main Entrance. Fee, FREE to members. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Livingston Parent Self-Help Support Group - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 8 - 10 PM, at the Livingston Community & Senior Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston, NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Paul and Nancy Westerfield at lpshsg@gmail.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 7 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/18 wednesday Drumthwacket Guided Public Tours - a chance to explore a historically important Princeton estate and gardens - the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, Drumthwacket, Route 206, just south of Princeton, NJ. Sited on land that witnessed the Princeton battle of the American Revolution, Drumthwacket was built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden, the man who would be elected New Jersey’s Civil War governor. Drumthwacket's Italianate formal gardens (designed circa 1900), and also the stately house built in 1835, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also open will be Olden House, the original 18th century Quaker farmhouse and birthplace of Drumthwacket's original owner, and the site of the Gift Shop. The house tour is 45 minutes, but allow extra time to explore. On-site parking. Preregister at least 1 week ahead. Call 609-683-0057, or visit www.drumthwacket.org Jewish Law and the Reasons Why – adult education series by Rabbi Wolkoff. 8 PM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Each session is webcasted live for call-ins from home. Participants may join the live audience in the Beit Midrash. Each session is followed by a one-on-one discussion over donuts and coffee. Fee, preregister. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FSO also offers other services and support groups. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, email info@mercerfso.org, or visit www.mercerfso.org Adoptive Parents Organization of Central NJ - monthly meeting. 7 PM, at the St. Gregory the Great Parish Center, 4680 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Support and encouragement for families built through all types of adoption (traditional, domestic, international and open) by many different adoption agencies in the Central Jersey area. The group offers information sharing, speaker presentations, social events, a New Parents Network and a Children’s Group. Email apocentralnj@gmail.com, or visit http://apocnj.tripod.com International Film Festival - 6:30 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Film: Desert Flower (Rated R, 2009, 120 mins.) in English, Somali, and French. This is the true story of Waris Dirie as she recounts her incredible journey from an African nomad to an international top model. English subtitles. You may bring your own refreshments. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Always call to confirm date and time of events. FREE. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info BINGO Night - a pleasant evening in a spacious, climate controlled banquet hall. Doors open at 6:30 PM, games start at 7:30 PM, at Beth Am Temple, 60 East Madison Avenue (off William Street), Pearl River, NY. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments. BINGO will be held on the first floor of the temple and ample well-lit parking is available. Call 845-735-5858, or visit www.BethAmTemple.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/19 thursday BOB Meeting - gathering of a “Business Over Breakfast” networking group. 7:30 AM, at Omega Diner, Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ. This diverse group of entrepreneurs and small business owners shares leads and advice in a friendly environment. Contact: Harvey, 732-261-2838. Late Night Series - a weekly open mic held on every Thursday throughout the Fall/Winter/Spring terms. Sign Ups start at 8 PM, on a, first-come first-served basis. Performances from 8:30 - 11 PM, on Drexel University’s campus at 3325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. Performers include: musicians, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, dancers, hot sauce antics, and the list goes on. Each week also has a featured artist: TBA. Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and small snack foods are available. Visit www.latenightseries.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/20 friday Shabbat Together With the Little Ones – 10:45 - 11:45 AM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Fee, preregister. For caregivers with children aged 12 months to 4 years old. Call 732-297-0295, email Nursery@bnaitikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Poker Tournament - a weekly event. At the Rusty Nail, 1609 Route 130 South, North Brunswick, NJ. World Tavern Poker offers the opportunity to compete for prizes and points with the chance of moving on to the Tavern, Regional and National Championships. FREE admission. Call 732-821-4141, or visit www.WorldTavernPoker.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/21 saturday Winter Weekend Photo Scavenger Hunt - a nature photo scavenger hunt. Saturdays and Sundays, between 9 AM & 4:30 PM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Starting at the Haggerty Education Center, participants can pick up the list and head outside. Those who take a picture of every item may return to the Education Center and pick up a prize. Scavenger lists will change every month. January’s theme: Bare Naked Trees. Sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. FREE. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Western Monmouth Wildlife - exhibit which highlights some of the rare and unexpected species found in this region along with more common, though no less photogenic, wildlife living in and around western areas of the Monmouth County Park System. Daily, 9 AM - 4 PM, at Historic Walnford (just off 195 - Exit 8, traveling west; Exit 11, traveling east), 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ. This historic district showcases over 200 years of Monmouth County’s past. Started as a family farm, the site now includes a small industrial village complete with operational 19th century gristmill on the banks of Crosswicks Creek, the large, elegant Waln family home (circa 1774), a carriage house and more. All ages are welcome, under 14 with adult. Admission and parking: FREE. Call 609-259-6275, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Educator’s Eye Tours - interactive discussions of current exhibitions led by museum educators. 11 AM - 1 PM daily, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Manhattan Tourist Cruises - daily tours include a one-hour narrated harbor cruise aboard a luxury yacht and a speedboat tour. Circle Line Harbor Cruises depart daily from historic South Street Seaport’s Pier 16, Manhattan, NYC. Attendees view historic sites such as the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Colgate Clock, the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Dance cruises, happy hour cruises and special holiday cruises are also available. Purchase tickets at the Circle Line Box Office on South Street Seaport’s Pier 16. Visit www.Circlelinedowntown.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/22 sunday Open House - an opportunity to learn about facilities, staff and programs. Noon - 3 PM, at Eagle River Day Camp, 1470 Perrineville Road, Monroe Township, NJ. Call 609-448-5885, or visit www.eagleriverdaycamp.com Seashore Open House - a family-friendly winter’s afternoon at the beach. 1 - 4 PM, at Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park Activity Center, Long Branch, NJ. Attendees may enjoy hands-on activities such as games, puzzles and crafts. Monmouth County Park System Naturalists will be there to chat about the seashore, shells and the small aquatic animals on display. For more information regarding the Open House, please call 732-872-2670. To learn more about the Park System, please visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com or call 732-842-4000. (TTY/TDD # 711) Spotlight Tour - 2 - 2:45 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street , New Brunswick, NJ. Participants may join a docent educator in the museum lobby for an informal and informative introduction to the collection. FREE with general admission (only available when Rutgers is in session). Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Just Drop In! - a different gallery is explored each week through creative, interactive projects. 1 - 4 PM, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Drop in to our activity stations most Sundays. For families with children ages 5–12. FREE with museum admission. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org New York City Tours - an opportunity to explore Manhattan via double-decker bus, helicopter, boat or walking. A variety of options are offered by Gray Line New York Sightseeing. Fee. Call 800-669-0051 or 212-445-0848, email Info@GrayLineNewYork.com, or visit www.newyorksightseeing.com Glass Artistry - this permanenet exhibition of "Treasures From The Collection" focuses on pieces chosen their appearance and craftsmanship and also for their historical importance in telling the story of glass manufacture in the United States. On display during regular hours in the Museum of American Glass, at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. WheatonArts Cultural Center, located on 65 wooded acres in southern New Jersey, is also home to the largest folklife center in the Garden State, a hot glass studio, several traditional craft studios, museum stores, an event center and a pond-side picnic grove. There are daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, special exhibitions, workshops, performances and festivals. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 3 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/23 monday South Brunswick Knit & Crochet Club - 7 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Forever Green - an opportunity to celebrate winter and explore nature with your favorite preschooler. Each walk in this "Garden Sprouts" program series will include a garden activity and a story. 11 AM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Participants discover many shades of green - even in winter! Led by Master Gardeners Lily Mehl and Ingrid Witty. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. Fee. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Cape May Family Treasure Hunt - an opportunity to explore Cape May and uncover its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! Information packets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Hill House office at the Physick Estate (during hours of operation) in Cape May, NJ. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that leads participants on a discovery tour set to their own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center For the Arts & Humanities. Fee. Cape May also offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages. Call 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org BILY Of Bergen County - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 7 PM, at 800 Catalpa Avenue, Teaneck NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Linda at 201-320-9907, or lindadiazmurphy1@verizon.net 1/24 tuesday SCORE of Princeton - a small business seminar, held each Tuesday. 6:45 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Men’s Open Court Basketball - 8 PM, at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Please use the Main Entrance. Fee, FREE to members. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Livingston Parent Self-Help Support Group - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 8 - 10 PM, at the Livingston Community & Senior Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston, NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Paul and Nancy Westerfield at lpshsg@gmail.com Cullen Murphy: God’s Jury: The Inquisition and the Making of the Modern World - a conversation about the Inquisition, from its history to its present day parallels. 6:30 PM, at The National Constitution Center at 525 Arch Street on Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA. Vanity Fair editor Cullen Murphy will take attendees on a journey from past to present – from the musty Vatican archives to the detention cells of Guantanamo; from the heretical fortresses of medieval France to the burning of books in modern Florida; from the torture chambers of the Spanish Inquisition to the file cabinets of the East German secret police; from the streets of colonial Santa Fe to the inner sanctums of the White House. As he argues in his book, Murphy believes that when you look at the Inquisition, what you really see is the beginning of the modern world. Call 215-409-6700, or visit www.constitutioncenter.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 7 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 1/25 wednesday Drumthwacket Guided Public Tours - a chance to explore a historically important Princeton estate and gardens - the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, Drumthwacket, Route 206, just south of Princeton, NJ. Sited on land that witnessed the Princeton battle of the American Revolution, Drumthwacket was built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden, the man who would be elected New Jersey’s Civil War governor. Drumthwacket's Italianate formal gardens (designed circa 1900), and also the stately house built in 1835, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also open will be Olden House, the original 18th century Quaker farmhouse and birthplace of Drumthwacket's original owner, and the site of the Gift Shop. The house tour is 45 minutes, but allow extra time to explore. On-site parking. Preregister at least 1 week ahead. Call 609-683-0057, or visit www.drumthwacket.org Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FSO also offers other services and support groups. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, email info@mercerfso.org, or visit www.mercerfso.org BINGO Night - a pleasant evening in a spacious, climate controlled banquet hall. Doors open at 6:30 PM, games start at 7:30 PM, at Beth Am Temple, 60 East Madison Avenue (off William Street), Pearl River, NY. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments. BINGO will be held on the first floor of the temple and ample well-lit parking is available. Call 845-735-5858, or visit www.BethAmTemple.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/26 thursday Late Night Series - a weekly open mic held on every Thursday throughout the Fall/Winter/Spring terms. Sign Ups start at 8 PM, on a, first-come first-served basis. Performances from 8:30 - 11 PM, on Drexel University’s campus at 3325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. Performers include: musicians, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, dancers, hot sauce antics, and the list goes on. Each week also has a featured artist: TBA. Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and small snack foods are available. Visit www.latenightseries.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/27 friday Poker Tournament - a weekly event. At the Rusty Nail, 1609 Route 130 South, North Brunswick, NJ. World Tavern Poker offers the opportunity to compete for prizes and points with the chance of moving on to the Tavern, Regional and National Championships. FREE admission. Call 732-821-4141, or visit www.WorldTavernPoker.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/28 saturday Open House - an opportunity to learn about facilities, staff and programs. 10 AM - noon, at Gateway Christian School, 568 ryders Lane, East Brunswick, NJ. Snow Date: February 4th. Call 732-254-7890. Western Monmouth Wildlife - exhibit which highlights some of the rare and unexpected species found in this region along with more common, though no less photogenic, wildlife living in and around western areas of the Monmouth County Park System. Daily, 9 AM - 4 PM, at Historic Walnford (just off 195 - Exit 8, traveling west; Exit 11, traveling east), 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ. This historic district showcases over 200 years of Monmouth County’s past. Started as a family farm, the site now includes a small industrial village complete with operational 19th century gristmill on the banks of Crosswicks Creek, the large, elegant Waln family home (circa 1774), a carriage house and more. All ages are welcome, under 14 with adult. Admission and parking: FREE. Call 609-259-6275, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Winter Weekend Photo Scavenger Hunt - a nature photo scavenger hunt. Saturdays and Sundays, between 9 AM & 4:30 PM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Starting at the Haggerty Education Center, participants can pick up the list and head outside. Those who take a picture of every item may return to the Education Center and pick up a prize. Scavenger lists will change every month. January’s theme: Bare Naked Trees. Sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. FREE. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Winter Constellations - an opportunity to discover what snowflakes are really made of and make one of your own. 11 AM , at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell, NJ. Call 732-751-9453, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Educator’s Eye Tours - interactive discussions of current exhibitions led by museum educators. 11 AM - 1 PM daily, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Manhattan Tourist Cruises - daily tours include a one-hour narrated harbor cruise aboard a luxury yacht and a speedboat tour. Circle Line Harbor Cruises depart daily from historic South Street Seaport’s Pier 16, Manhattan, NYC. Attendees view historic sites such as the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Colgate Clock, the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Dance cruises, happy hour cruises and special holiday cruises are also available. Purchase tickets at the Circle Line Box Office on South Street Seaport’s Pier 16. Visit www.Circlelinedowntown.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/29 sunday Open House - an opportunity to learn about facilities, staff and programs. 11 AM - 3 PM, at Oak Crest Day Camp, 92 Cortelyous Lane, Somerset, NJ. Call 732-297-2000, or visit www.oakcrestdaycamp.com Basta Pasta! - part of a Cooking Series for Teens with Chef and Master Gardener Cynthia Triolo. 1 - 4 PM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Participants will be making different types of homemade pasta like Fettucini Alfredo, Linguine with Pesto, and Ravioli with the sauces to go along with them and some garlic bread too! At the end of each class participants sit down together and enjoy the fruits of their labors. Sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and Whole Foods Market in Madison. Appropriate for teens in grades 7 and up. Bring an apron and long hair must be tied back. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. Fee, preregister. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Winter Wonders at the Park - a series of fun and educational programs designed to keep the whole family entertained (and warm). At Grounds For Sculpture, a 42-acre sculpture park and arboretum located at 18 Fairgrounds Road, in Hamilton, NJ. Today's program, a concert by the Yang Yi Guzheng Academy, celebrates Chinese New Year with the dreamlike sounds of the guzheng, a 21-stringed instrument similar to a zither. There will also be a fascinating “read” on art to share with fellow book and art lovers. Grounds For Sculpture offers remarkable grounds and several indoor exhibitions. The main paths are plowed when it snows, turning the park into a wonderland suitable for strolling, snow-shoeing, and even cross-country skiing. Visit groundsforsculpture.org Winter Constellations - an opportunity to discover what snowflakes are really made of and make one of your own. 11 AM , at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center, 331 Georgia Tavern Road, Howell, NJ. Call 732-751-9453, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Spotlight Tour - 2 - 2:45 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street , New Brunswick, NJ. Participants may join a docent educator in the museum lobby for an informal and informative introduction to the collection. FREE with general admission (only available when Rutgers is in session). Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Just Drop In! - a different gallery is explored each week through creative, interactive projects. 1 - 4 PM, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Drop in to our activity stations most Sundays. For families with children ages 5–12. FREE with museum admission. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org New York City Tours - an opportunity to explore Manhattan via double-decker bus, helicopter, boat or walking. A variety of options are offered by Gray Line New York Sightseeing. Fee. Call 800-669-0051 or 212-445-0848, email Info@GrayLineNewYork.com, or visit www.newyorksightseeing.com Glass Artistry - this permanenet exhibition of "Treasures From The Collection" focuses on pieces chosen their appearance and craftsmanship and also for their historical importance in telling the story of glass manufacture in the United States. On display during regular hours in the Museum of American Glass, at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. WheatonArts Cultural Center, located on 65 wooded acres in southern New Jersey, is also home to the largest folklife center in the Garden State, a hot glass studio, several traditional craft studios, museum stores, an event center and a pond-side picnic grove. There are daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, special exhibitions, workshops, performances and festivals. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 3 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 1/30 monday South Brunswick Knit & Crochet Club - 7 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Take 5 - an opportunity to celebrate winter and explore nature with your favorite preschooler. Each walk in this "Garden Sprouts" program series will include a garden activity and a story. 11 AM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Participants use the five senses to learn about plants! Led by Master Gardeners Lily Mehl and Ingrid Witty. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. Fee. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Cape May Family Treasure Hunt - an opportunity to explore Cape May and uncover its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! Information packets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Hill House office at the Physick Estate (during hours of operation) in Cape May, NJ. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that leads participants on a discovery tour set to their own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center For the Arts & Humanities. Fee. Cape May also offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages. Call 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org Palestine Stamp Group – meeting of a group specializing in stamps from Palestine and the Holy land prior to the establishment of Israel in 1948. 8 PM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Fee, preregister. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org BILY Of Bergen County - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 7 PM, at 800 Catalpa Avenue, Teaneck NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Linda at 201-320-9907, or lindadiazmurphy1@verizon.net 1/31 tuesday SCORE of Princeton - a small business seminar, held each Tuesday. 6:45 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Men’s Open Court Basketball - 8 PM, at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Please use the Main Entrance. Fee, FREE to members. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Livingston Parent Self-Help Support Group - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 8 - 10 PM, at the Livingston Community & Senior Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston, NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Paul and Nancy Westerfield at lpshsg@gmail.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 7 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com 2/1 wednesday South Brunswick Camera Club - meets on the 1st Wednesday each month. 7 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Drumthwacket Guided Public Tours - a chance to explore a historically important Princeton estate and gardens - the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, Drumthwacket, Route 206, just south of Princeton, NJ. Sited on land that witnessed the Princeton battle of the American Revolution, Drumthwacket was built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden, the man who would be elected New Jersey’s Civil War governor. Drumthwacket's Italianate formal gardens (designed circa 1900), and also the stately house built in 1835, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also open will be Olden House, the original 18th century Quaker farmhouse and birthplace of Drumthwacket's original owner, and the site of the Gift Shop. The house tour is 45 minutes, but allow extra time to explore. On-site parking. Preregister at least 1 week ahead. Call 609-683-0057, or visit www.drumthwacket.org Art After Hours: First Wednesdays - a popular eclectic evening series offered on the first Wednesday of the month. 5 - 9 PM, at the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ. The event offers: docent-led exhibition tours, concerts, art activities, discounts in the Museum Store and at Café Z, and more (TBA). Complimentary refreshments are served in the lobby. Fee, FREE for museum members, Rutgers students, faculty and staff (with ID), and children under 18. Call 732-932-7237 x610, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FSO also offers other services and support groups. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, email info@mercerfso.org, or visit www.mercerfso.org BINGO Night - a pleasant evening in a spacious, climate controlled banquet hall. Doors open at 6:30 PM, games start at 7:30 PM, at Beth Am Temple, 60 East Madison Avenue (off William Street), Pearl River, NY. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments. BINGO will be held on the first floor of the temple and ample well-lit parking is available. Call 845-735-5858, or visit www.BethAmTemple.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/2 thursday De-Clutter Club - meets on the 1st Thursday each month. 7 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info BOB Meeting - gathering of a “Business Over Breakfast” networking group. 7:30 AM, at Omega Diner, Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ. This diverse group of entrepreneurs and small business owners shares leads and advice in a friendly environment. Contact: Harvey, 732-261-2838 South Brunswick MOMS Club - meets on the 1st Thursday each month. 10 AM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Winter Wonders at the Park - a series of fun and educational programs designed to keep the whole family entertained (and warm). At Grounds For Sculpture, a 42-acre sculpture park and arboretum located at 18 Fairgrounds Road, in Hamilton, NJ. February's programs embrace the theme: Spring Comes Early. Today's programs include a lecture by radio personality and organic gardening guru Mike McGrath, host of “You Bet Your Garden” and the the annual Groundhog Day festivities for children. Grounds For Sculpture offers remarkable grounds and several indoor exhibitions. The main paths are plowed when it snows, turning the park into a wonderland suitable for strolling, snow-shoeing, and even cross-country skiing. Visit groundsforsculpture.org Late Night Series - a weekly open mic held on every Thursday throughout the Fall/Winter/Spring terms. Sign Ups start at 8 PM, on a, first-come first-served basis. Performances from 8:30 - 11 PM, on Drexel University’s campus at 3325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. Performers include: musicians, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, dancers, hot sauce antics, and the list goes on. Each week also has a featured artist: TBA. Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and small snack foods are available. Visit www.latenightseries.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/3 friday Shabbat Together With the Little Ones – 10:45 - 11:45 AM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Fee, preregister. For caregivers with children aged 12 months to 4 years old. Call 732-297-0295, email Nursery@bnaitikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Family Shabbat Services - 7:30 PM, at Beth Am Temple, 60 East Madison Avenue (off William Street), Pearl River, NY. The service engages children to participate in singing and prayer with Rabbi Dan Pernick and Cantor Sheera Miller, and is followed by an Oneg Celebration. For families with children of all ages. Call 845-735-5858, or visit www.BethAmTemple.org Poker Tournament - a weekly event. At the Rusty Nail, 1609 Route 130 South, North Brunswick, NJ. World Tavern Poker offers the opportunity to compete for prizes and points with the chance of moving on to the Tavern, Regional and National Championships. FREE admission. Call 732-821-4141, or visit www.WorldTavernPoker.com Black History Month - a variety of events are offered to celebrate Black History Month. 10 AM - 3 PM daily, at The National Constitution Center at 525 Arch Street on Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA. Attractions include: the Breaking Barriers Show (in which visitors can examine the lives of Thurgood Marshall, Bessie Coleman, Jackie Robinson, and other extraordinary African Americans throughout history) and the opportunity to take a closer look at the Center’s rare printing of the Emancipation Proclamation, signed by Abraham Lincoln. Guests also can tour the Center’s main exhibition, The Story of We the People, which highlights important moments in black history. Continues through February 29th. Call 215-409-6700, or visit www.constitutioncenter.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Post 401 Doo Wop to Disco Oldies Dance - 8 PM, at The American Legion, Lt. John Farnkopf Post 401, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, NJ. FREE and open to the public. Call 732-329-9861. Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/4 saturday Matilda’s Tea Party - 9th annual high tea event, recreating teh experience of Matilda Frelinghuysen when she lived at Whippany Farm, now the arboretum. 1:30 AM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Participants learn to pour, fold fancy napkins, and enjoy delicious tea sandwiches and treats both savory and sweet. All young tea-takers will make several different kinds of party favors to use in their own tea parties at home. Recommended for age 6 and up. Snow date: Saturday, February 11. Sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. Fee, preregister. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Western Monmouth Wildlife - exhibit which highlights some of the rare and unexpected species found in this region along with more common, though no less photogenic, wildlife living in and around western areas of the Monmouth County Park System. Daily, 9 AM - 4 PM, at Historic Walnford (just off 195 - Exit 8, traveling west; Exit 11, traveling east), 62 Walnford Road, Upper Freehold, NJ. This historic district showcases over 200 years of Monmouth County’s past. Started as a family farm, the site now includes a small industrial village complete with operational 19th century gristmill on the banks of Crosswicks Creek, the large, elegant Waln family home (circa 1774), a carriage house and more. All ages are welcome, under 14 with adult. Admission and parking: FREE. Call 609-259-6275, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Passport To Art - part of a series of interactive workshops which allow families quality time to be creative together. Children and parents or guardians work side-by-side on exciting art, crafts, and performance projects conducted by trained educators and artists. 12:30 -3 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ. Programs often coordinate with current exhibits. Fee, preregister. Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu New York City Tours - an opportunity to explore Manhattan via double-decker bus, helicopter, boat or walking. A variety of options are offered by Gray Line New York Sightseeing. Fee. Call 800-669-0051 or 212-445-0848, email Info@GrayLineNewYork.com, or visit www.newyorksightseeing.com Educator’s Eye Tours - interactive discussions of current exhibitions led by museum educators. 11 AM - 1 PM daily, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. Dinner performance: 6:30 PM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/5 sunday FREE First Sunday - a day of activities, tours, and fun for the whole family. Noon - 5 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street , New Brunswick, NJ. Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Just Drop In! - a different gallery is explored each week through creative, interactive projects. 1 - 4 PM, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Drop in to our activity stations most Sundays. For families with children ages 5–12. FREE with museum admission. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Winter Weekend Photo Scavenger Hunt - a nature photo scavenger hunt. Saturdays and Sundays, between 9 AM & 4:30 PM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Starting at the Haggerty Education Center, participants can pick up the list and head outside. Those who take a picture of every item may return to the Education Center and pick up a prize. Scavenger lists will change every month. February’s theme: Out Of This World. Sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. FREE. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Glass Artistry - this permanenet exhibition of "Treasures From The Collection" focuses on pieces chosen their appearance and craftsmanship and also for their historical importance in telling the story of glass manufacture in the United States. On display during regular hours in the Museum of American Glass, at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. WheatonArts Cultural Center, located on 65 wooded acres in southern New Jersey, is also home to the largest folklife center in the Garden State, a hot glass studio, several traditional craft studios, museum stores, an event center and a pond-side picnic grove. There are daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, special exhibitions, workshops, performances and festivals. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org Manhattan Tourist Cruises - daily tours include a one-hour narrated harbor cruise aboard a luxury yacht and a speedboat tour. Circle Line Harbor Cruises depart daily from historic South Street Seaport’s Pier 16, Manhattan, NYC. Attendees view historic sites such as the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Colgate Clock, the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Dance cruises, happy hour cruises and special holiday cruises are also available. Purchase tickets at the Circle Line Box Office on South Street Seaport’s Pier 16. Visit www.Circlelinedowntown.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 3 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. 2:30 PM, at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/6 monday Monday Night Book Club - 7:30 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Winter Wonderland - an opportunity to celebrate winter and explore nature with your favorite preschooler. Each walk in this "Garden Sprouts" program series will include a garden activity and a story. 11 AM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Participants look at bark, berries, thorns and other crazy parts of the plants outdoors! Led by Master Gardeners Lily Mehl and Ingrid Witty. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. Fee. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Cape May Family Treasure Hunt - an opportunity to explore Cape May and uncover its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! Information packets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Hill House office at the Physick Estate (during hours of operation) in Cape May, NJ. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that leads participants on a discovery tour set to their own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center For the Arts & Humanities. Fee. Cape May also offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages. Call 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org BILY Of Bergen County - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 7 PM, at 800 Catalpa Avenue, Teaneck NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Linda at 201-320-9907, or lindadiazmurphy1@verizon.net Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com 2/7 tuesday SCORE of Princeton - a small business seminar, held each Tuesday. 6:45 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Men’s Open Court Basketball - 8 PM, at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Please use the Main Entrance. Fee, FREE to members. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Livingston Parent Self-Help Support Group - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 8 - 10 PM, at the Livingston Community & Senior Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston, NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Paul and Nancy Westerfield at lpshsg@gmail.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 7 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com 2/8 wednesday Coffee & Conversation Book Club - 1:30 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Drumthwacket Guided Public Tours - a chance to explore a historically important Princeton estate and gardens - the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, Drumthwacket, Route 206, just south of Princeton, NJ. Sited on land that witnessed the Princeton battle of the American Revolution, Drumthwacket was built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden, the man who would be elected New Jersey’s Civil War governor. Drumthwacket's Italianate formal gardens (designed circa 1900), and also the stately house built in 1835, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also open will be Olden House, the original 18th century Quaker farmhouse and birthplace of Drumthwacket's original owner, and the site of the Gift Shop. The house tour is 45 minutes, but allow extra time to explore. On-site parking. Preregister at least 1 week ahead. Call 609-683-0057, or visit www.drumthwacket.org Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FSO also offers other services and support groups. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, email info@mercerfso.org, or visit www.mercerfso.org BINGO Night - a pleasant evening in a spacious, climate controlled banquet hall. Doors open at 6:30 PM, games start at 7:30 PM, at Beth Am Temple, 60 East Madison Avenue (off William Street), Pearl River, NY. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments. BINGO will be held on the first floor of the temple and ample well-lit parking is available. Call 845-735-5858, or visit www.BethAmTemple.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/9 thursday Late Night Series - a weekly open mic held on every Thursday throughout the Fall/Winter/Spring terms. Sign Ups start at 8 PM, on a, first-come first-served basis. Performances from 8:30 - 11 PM, on Drexel University’s campus at 3325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. Performers include: musicians, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, dancers, hot sauce antics, and the list goes on. Each week also has a featured artist: TBA. Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and small snack foods are available. Visit www.latenightseries.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7:30 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/10 friday Poker Tournament - a weekly event. At the Rusty Nail, 1609 Route 130 South, North Brunswick, NJ. World Tavern Poker offers the opportunity to compete for prizes and points with the chance of moving on to the Tavern, Regional and National Championships. FREE admission. Call 732-821-4141, or visit www.WorldTavernPoker.com Black History Month - a variety of events are offered to celebrate Black History Month. 10 AM - 3 PM daily, at The National Constitution Center at 525 Arch Street on Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA. Attractions include: the Breaking Barriers Show (in which visitors can examine the lives of Thurgood Marshall, Bessie Coleman, Jackie Robinson, and other extraordinary African Americans throughout history) and the opportunity to take a closer look at the Center’s rare printing of the Emancipation Proclamation, signed by Abraham Lincoln. Guests also can tour the Center’s main exhibition, The Story of We the People, which highlights important moments in black history. Continues through February 29th. Call 215-409-6700, or visit www.constitutioncenter.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/11 saturday Book Sale of the Friends of South Brunswick Public Library - at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Educator’s Eye Tours - interactive discussions of current exhibitions led by museum educators. 11 AM - 1 PM daily, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org Winter Weekend Photo Scavenger Hunt - a nature photo scavenger hunt. Saturdays and Sundays, between 9 AM & 4:30 PM, at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ. Starting at the Haggerty Education Center, participants can pick up the list and head outside. Those who take a picture of every item may return to the Education Center and pick up a prize. Scavenger lists will change every month. February’s theme: Out Of This World. Sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. The Arboretum is a facility of the Morris County Park System and features a large collection of trees and shrubs, themed gardens, an education center and miles of nature trails. FREE. Call 973-326-7603, or visit www.morrisparks.net or www.arboretumfriends.org Manhattan Tourist Cruises - daily tours include a one-hour narrated harbor cruise aboard a luxury yacht and a speedboat tour. Circle Line Harbor Cruises depart daily from historic South Street Seaport’s Pier 16, Manhattan, NYC. Attendees view historic sites such as the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, the Colgate Clock, the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Dance cruises, happy hour cruises and special holiday cruises are also available. Purchase tickets at the Circle Line Box Office on South Street Seaport’s Pier 16. Visit www.Circlelinedowntown.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. Dinner performance: 6:30 PM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 8 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/12 sunday Book Sale of the Friends of South Brunswick Public Library - at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Blacksmith Demonstration - an opportunity to visit the balcksmith in his workshop. Noon - 3 PM, at Historic Longstreet Farm, 44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel, NJ. Historic Longstreet Farm is a living historical farm which recreates rural Monmouth County in the 1890s. Interpreters in period dress show both daily and seasonal agricultural and domestic activities. FREE. Call 732-946-3758, or visit www.monmouthcountyparks.com Spotlight Tour - 2 - 2:45 PM, at Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street , New Brunswick, NJ. Participants may join a docent educator in the museum lobby for an informal and informative introduction to the collection. FREE with general admission (only available when Rutgers is in session). Call 732-932-7237, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Just Drop In! - a different gallery is explored each week through creative, interactive projects. 1 - 4 PM, at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum at 1071 5th Avenue (corner of 89th Street), Manhattan, NYC. Drop in to our activity stations most Sundays. For families with children ages 5–12. FREE with museum admission. Call 212-423-3535, visit www.guggenheim.org, or email membership@guggenheim.org New York City Tours - an opportunity to explore Manhattan via double-decker bus, helicopter, boat or walking. A variety of options are offered by Gray Line New York Sightseeing. Fee. Call 800-669-0051 or 212-445-0848, email Info@GrayLineNewYork.com, or visit www.newyorksightseeing.com Glass Artistry - this permanenet exhibition of "Treasures From The Collection" focuses on pieces chosen their appearance and craftsmanship and also for their historical importance in telling the story of glass manufacture in the United States. On display during regular hours in the Museum of American Glass, at Wheaton Village, 1501 Glasstown Road, Millville, NJ. WheatonArts Cultural Center, located on 65 wooded acres in southern New Jersey, is also home to the largest folklife center in the Garden State, a hot glass studio, several traditional craft studios, museum stores, an event center and a pond-side picnic grove. There are daily glass blowing and craft demonstrations, special exhibitions, workshops, performances and festivals. Call 856-825-6800, or visit www.wheatonvillage.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 3 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. 2:30 PM, at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com Boeing-Boeing - a romantic comedy of airborne hijinks. 1:30 & 7 PM, at Paper Mill Playhouse, Brookside Drive in Millburn, NJ. Fee. Call 973-376-4343, or visit www.papermill.org 2/13 monday South Brunswick Knit & Crochet Club - 7 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Cape May Family Treasure Hunt - an opportunity to explore Cape May and uncover its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! Information packets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Hill House office at the Physick Estate (during hours of operation) in Cape May, NJ. The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that leads participants on a discovery tour set to their own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center For the Arts & Humanities. Fee. Cape May also offers a wide variety of attractions for all ages. Call 609-884-5404, 800-275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org BILY Of Bergen County - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 7 PM, at 800 Catalpa Avenue, Teaneck NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Linda at 201-320-9907, or lindadiazmurphy1@verizon.net Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com 2/14 tuesday SCORE of Princeton - a small business seminar, held each Tuesday. 6:45 PM, at South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ. Always call to confirm date and time of events. Call 732-329-4000, or visit www.sbpl.info Men’s Open Court Basketball - 8 PM, at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Please use the Main Entrance. Fee, FREE to members. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Stamp Club – meeting of The Society of Israel Philatelists, Central NJ Chapter. 7:30 - 10 PM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Members range from beginner to expert and collect all aspects of Israel, Palestine, Holy Land, and Judaica stamps. All meetings include a program of interest ranging from guest speakers to slide shows, and a "show and tell" where members can get assistance in identifying materials and/or show items in their collections. Fee, preregister. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Livingston Parent Self-Help Support Group - a meeting of the Because I Love You (BILY) self-help program. 8 - 10 PM, at the Livingston Community & Senior Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston, NJ. BILY is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting parents with troubled children of any age. The program promotes structure, consequences and consistency. Contact: Paul and Nancy Westerfield at lpshsg@gmail.com Raritan Poets - poetry meeting and workshop. 6:30 - 9:30 PM, at the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center, East Brunswick, NJ. All ages welcome. FREE. Call 732-257-3088. Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 7 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com 2/15 wednesday Drumthwacket Guided Public Tours - a chance to explore a historically important Princeton estate and gardens - the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey, Drumthwacket, Route 206, just south of Princeton, NJ. Sited on land that witnessed the Princeton battle of the American Revolution, Drumthwacket was built in 1835 by Charles Smith Olden, the man who would be elected New Jersey’s Civil War governor. Drumthwacket's Italianate formal gardens (designed circa 1900), and also the stately house built in 1835, are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also open will be Olden House, the original 18th century Quaker farmhouse and birthplace of Drumthwacket's original owner, and the site of the Gift Shop. The house tour is 45 minutes, but allow extra time to explore. On-site parking. Preregister at least 1 week ahead. Call 609-683-0057, or visit www.drumthwacket.org Art After Hours: First Wednesdays - a popular eclectic evening series offered on the first Wednesday of the month. 5 - 9 PM, at the Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University, 71 Hamilton Street, New Brunswick, NJ. The event offers: docent-led exhibition tours, concerts, art activities, discounts in the Museum Store and at Café Z, and more (TBA). Complimentary refreshments are served in the lobby. Fee, FREE for museum members, Rutgers students, faculty and staff (with ID), and children under 18. Call 732-932-7237 x610, or visit www.zimmerlimuseum.rutgers.edu Greetings from Asbury Park - rockin’ kick-off party for the highly anticipated exhibition From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen. 5:30 - 9:30 PM, at The National Constitution Center at 525 Arch Street on Independence Mall, Philadelphia, PA. In homage to the city where Springsteen got his start, this festive event will feature boardwalk-themed decor and nostalgic summertime treats like hot dogs, boardwalk fries, Johnson’s popcorn and salt water taffy and brews from the great state of New Jersey. Includes exclusive advanced access to the the must-see exhibition from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, plus beer and cocktails and light fare; ages 21+. Call 215-409-6700, or visit www.constitutioncenter.org Jewish Law and the Reasons Why – adult education series by Rabbi Wolkoff. 8 PM, in the Library at Congregation B’nai Tikvah, 1001 Finnegan’s Lane, North Brunswick, NJ. Each session is webcasted live for call-ins from home. Participants may join the live audience in the Beit Midrash. Each session is followed by a one-on-one discussion over donuts and coffee. Fee, preregister. Call 732-297-0696, email Activities@BnaiTikvah.org, or visit www.BnaiTikvah.org Parents Anonymous - support group. 10 AM - noon, at the Mercer County Family Support Organization, 3535 Quakerbridge Road, IBIS Plaza Office Suites 400, Hamilton, NJ. Participants can freely share their questions, concerns, problems and solutions about parenting in a safe and supportive atmosphere. FSO also offers other services and support groups. FREE, preregister. Call 609-586-1200, email info@mercerfso.org, or visit www.mercerfso.org Adoptive Parents Organization of Central NJ - monthly meeting. 7 PM, at the St. Gregory the Great Parish Center, 4680 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Support and encouragement for families built through all types of adoption (traditional, domestic, international and open) by many different adoption agencies in the Central Jersey area. The group offers information sharing, speaker presentations, social events, a New Parents Network and a Children’s Group. Email apocentralnj@gmail.com, or visit http://apocnj.tripod.com BINGO Night - a pleasant evening in a spacious, climate controlled banquet hall. Doors open at 6:30 PM, games start at 7:30 PM, at Beth Am Temple, 60 East Madison Avenue (off William Street), Pearl River, NY. In addition to cash prizes, there will be giveaways and refreshments. BINGO will be held on the first floor of the temple and ample well-lit parking is available. Call 845-735-5858, or visit www.BethAmTemple.org Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 2 & 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com Wally's Cafe - a production of Sam Bobrick and Ron Clark's hilarious Broadway comedy hit. Luncheon matinee: 11 AM. At Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, 88 Route 173 West (between Exits 11 & 12 off I-78) in Perryville, NJ. Fee, includes a choice of served entrees, unlimited dessert buffet, the show, taxes and gratuities. Preregister. Call 800-447-7313 or 908-730-8007, or visit www.hhplayhouse.com 2/16 thursday BOB Meeting - gathering of a “Business Over Breakfast” networking group. 7:30 AM, at Omega Diner, Route 1 South, North Brunswick, NJ. This diverse group of entrepreneurs and small business owners shares leads and advice in a friendly environment. Contact: Harvey, 732-261-2838. Late Night Series - a weekly open mic held on every Thursday throughout the Fall/Winter/Spring terms. Sign Ups start at 8 PM, on a, first-come first-served basis. Performances from 8:30 - 11 PM, on Drexel University’s campus at 3325 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. Performers include: musicians, poets, spoken word artists, comedians, dancers, hot sauce antics, and the list goes on. Each week also has a featured artist: TBA. Coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and small snack foods are available. Visit www.latenightseries.com Wicked - based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, this smash hit musical tells the story of the witches of Oz. 8 PM, at the Gershwin Theatre, 222 West 51st Street, Manhattan, NYC. Long before Dorothy drops in, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. These two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Fee. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, 212-307-4100 or www.ticketmaster.com, or at the Gershwin Theatre box office. Visit www.wickedthemusical.com		Google ads