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Unearth A Story: Summer Reading Challenge 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge 'Unearth A Story' invites kids, teens, and adults to log their reading and earn rewards like brag tags, books, raffle tickets, and prize drawings. Free to join, with digital and printed tracking options.
Miss Katie's Super Sing-a-long
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Miss Katie leads a fun, interactive musical session with singing and dancing, designed for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 0–5).
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Holmdel
Barnes & Noble - Holmdel
2130 NJ-35, Holmdel, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before! Every Wednesday at 11am.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Morris Plains
Barnes & Noble - Morris Plains
1940 Route 10 West, Morris Plains, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. Join us for a fun-filled story time, featuring new releases and old favorites! Every Wednesday and Saturday at 11am.
Cream Tea
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Enjoy an elegant Cream Tea at Wisner House with fine teas, scones, sandwiches, and a glass of Prosecco or sparkling lemonade. For adults and ages 13+, with required registration and multiple seatings.
LEGO Club
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
LEGO Club invites kids ages 5 and up to free-build with LEGO bricks at the Westfield Library. Supplies are provided, and participants sign in at the Youth Services desk upon arrival.
Livingston Summer Concert Series
Memorial Oval & Park
Robert H. Harp Drive, Livingston, NJ
Free weekly summer concerts in Livingston featuring live bands every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Memorial Park’s Gazebo. Family-friendly and open to all ages, with rain location updates posted online.
Summer Concert Series: Suit & Mai Tai
Memorial Oval & Park
Robert H. Harp Drive, Livingston, NJ
Free weekly summer concerts at the Gazebo in Memorial Park, Livingston, NJ, featuring bands like Suit & Mai Tai. Open to all ages and families.
Movie in the Park: An American Tail
Woolsey Park
203 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Hopewell, NJ, United States, Hopewell, NJ
Watch the beloved 1986 animated film *An American Tail* under the stars at Woolsey Park. Free family-friendly outdoor movie event suitable for all ages, celebrating immigrant stories and resilience.
West Orange Downtown Thursday Market – July 2026 in West Orange, NJ
West Orange Downtown
Main St & Alden St, West Orange, NJ
A weekly summer farmers’ and artisans’ market held Thursday evenings in downtown West Orange, NJ. Features local food, crafts, music, and activities for all ages in a vibrant, walkable setting.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Livingston
Barnes & Noble - Livingston
112 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before! Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m.
Yoga Storytime
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
A fun, interactive storytime where toddlers and preschoolers act out simple stories with yoga poses guided by Miss Carmen. Designed for kids ages 2–5 with a parent or caregiver.
Weekly Ground Force Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Volunteer outdoors or indoors with the horticulture team at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Designed for ages 14+ (12–13 with an adult), it offers garden and grounds work like weeding, mulching, and watering.
Toddler Storytime (Register to Attend)
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Weekly in-person toddler storytime for ages 2–3 with a caregiver at Millburn Library during summer 2026. Features stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement activities in the auditorium. Registration required for the full 5-week session.
Cream Tea
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Enjoy an enchanting Cream Tea at Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s grounds. Sessions at 11:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm. Open to all ages.
DINOSAURS ARISE!
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Dinos Arise! brings the prehistoric world to life at Millburn Library with hands-on fossil exploration, realistic dinosaur costumes, baby dino puppets, and a giant T. Rex puppet (weather permitting). Recommended for ages 4–12; registration required.
West Orange Downtown Thursday Market
West Orange Downtown
Main St & Alden St, West Orange, NJ
West Orange Downtown Thursday Market is a monthly evening event (May–August) featuring local vendors, food trucks, desserts, live music, and family-friendly activities—transforming downtown into a vibrant community gathering spot.
Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Series
- Westfield NJ 07090
- Westfield NJ 07090, Westfield, NJ
Free outdoor live music series held Tuesday and Thursday evenings in Downtown Westfield during summer, featuring dancing and community fun at Quimby Street and Foundation Park. All ages welcome.
Friday Woodland Restoration Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Volunteer opportunity for teens and adults to restore woodlands: trail maintenance, native tree planting, and invasive species removal. No experience needed.
Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by artist Pascale Bouchard
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Féminin Pluriel is a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard, showcasing her unique encaustic artworks at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Open to all ages, the exhibit features layered, luminous pieces created with pigmented beeswax and heat.
Baby Storytime (Register to Attend; Waitlist Available)
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Free in-person Baby Storytime for children up to 24 months with a caregiver at Millburn Library. Includes books, songs, finger plays, and movement. Summer session runs July 10–August 7; registration required for a 5-week series.
BINGO FOR ALL AGES
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Join this inclusive bingo event for all ages, featuring multiple rounds of the classic game and fun prizes for winners.
11 for Semiquin Exhibition Opening Reception
West Windsor Arts Center
952 Alexander Road, West Windsor, NJ, 08550, United States, West Windsor, NJ
Celebrate New Jersey’s role in the U.S. 250th anniversary with an exhibition opening featuring 11 artists who created new work inspired by local historical sites. Meet the artists and learn about partner locations at this reception.
UNEARTH A STORY: SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge 'Unearth A Story' invites kids, teens, and adults to log reading for rewards: kids earn brag tags, books, and prize-wheel spins; teens and adults earn weekly raffle entries. Open to all ages with app and printed log options.
JCPenney Kid Zone - Woodbridge
JCPenny Store - Woodbridge
428 Woodbridge Center Dr, Woodbridge Township, NJ
Craft activities for kids and parents, includes craft, ID badge & lanyard. Also get a 10% in-store coupon!
JCPenney Kid Zone - East Brunswick
JCPenney Store - East Brunswick
755 NJ-18 #600, East Brunswick, NJ
Craft activities for kids and parents, includes craft, ID badge & lanyard. Also get a 10% in-store coupon!
Summit Free Market
Transfer Station - Summit, NJ
40 New Providence Avenue, Summit, NJ
Donate any unwanted, yard sale-quality items, and browse other donated items for free. Visitors are limited to 60 minutes at each Summit Free Market event. No unsorted boxes or bags will be accepted. A Summit resident permit is required to enter the Transfer Station facility and for other resident-only services like parking on certain levels in the Broad Street garage and other resident-only lots. Summit residents can obtain a permit online or in person at the Parking Services Agency at City Hall on 512 Springfield Avenue. Events are held on the second Saturday of each month from 8AM to 3PM, and on the fourth Friday of each month from 12PM to 2PM (third Friday in November, no Friday event in December). No appointments are necessary.
Summit Free Market
Transfer Station - Summit, NJ
40 New Providence Avenue, Summit, NJ
Donate any unwanted, yard sale-quality items, and browse other donated items for free. Visitors are limited to 60 minutes at each Summit Free Market event. No unsorted boxes or bags will be accepted. A Summit resident permit is required to enter the Transfer Station facility and for other resident-only services like parking on certain levels in the Broad Street garage and other resident-only lots. Summit Free Market events are held on the second Saturday of each month from 8AM to 3PM, and on the fourth Friday of each month from 12PM to 2PM (third Friday in November, no Friday event in December). Events are held at the City of Summit Transfer Station on 40 New Providence Ave. No appointments are necessary.
Discovery Weekends
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Family-friendly Discovery Weekends invite families with children ages 3 and up to explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds during autumn. Activities center around the Stackhouse Education Center.
Weekly Ground Force Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Volunteer with the horticulture team to help maintain gardens and grounds. For ages 14+ (12–13 with an adult), it’s an outdoor, hands-on session with tools provided.
Free Saturday Tours
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Free guided tours of the Arboretum for all ages, starting at the Visitors Center. First-come, first-served tours last 30–45 minutes, with no reservations required.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Princeton
Barnes & Noble - Princeton
3535 US Highway 1 Suite 400, Princeton, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Hear some of your favorite stories and join in for some coloring afterwards! Every Tuesday and Saturday at 11am.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Clark
Barnes & Noble - Clark
1255 Raritan Rd #710, Clark, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Morris Plains
Barnes & Noble - Morris Plains
1940 Route 10 West, Morris Plains, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. Join us for a fun-filled story time, featuring new releases and old favorites! Every Wednesday and Saturday at 11am.
Bilingual Mandarin/English Storytime
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
A bilingual Mandarin/English storytime for kids ages 1–5 featuring books, songs, and fingerplays. Parents and caregivers must attend with their children. Held in the auditorium at Millburn Library. Registration required.
Summer Music Series
On the Green at Palmer Square
40 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ
Free live summer music every Saturday from 1–3pm on the Green at Palmer Square in Princeton. Bring chairs or blankets for an afternoon of acoustic, rock, and jazz by local bands — perfect for families and all ages.
Unearth A Story: Summer Reading Challenge 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, 'Unearth A Story', invites kids, teens, and adults to log their reading for prizes — including brag tags, books, prize wheels, and weekly raffles — via Beanstack or printed logs in the Children's Room.
Summit Farmers Market
Park & Shop Lot #1
on the corner of Woodland Ave and Deforest Ave, Summit, NJ
The Summit Farmers Market operates every Sunday rain or shine from April through December at a downtown parking lot in Summit, NJ. It features local farmers and vendors, drawing families and community members seeking fresh produce and goods. The event is free and open to all.
Second Sundays Sidewalk Sale
City-wide - Asbury Park NJ 07712
<p>City-wide</p> - Asbury Park NJ 07712, Asbury Park, NJ
A city-wide sidewalk sale in Asbury Park featuring local businesses offering special deals on the second Sunday of the month. Open to all ages and families, it's a great opportunity to explore downtown shops and support local merchants.
Discovery Weekends
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Family-friendly Discovery Weekends invite families with children ages 3 and up to explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds during autumn. Activities center around the Stackhouse Education Center.
Forest Bathing Mini-Retreat
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
A guided Forest Bathing (Nature and Forest Therapy) mini-retreat for adults, featuring a slow, meditative walk in nature to support holistic physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.
UNEARTH A STORY: SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge 'Unearth A Story' invites kids, teens, and adults to log reading for rewards: kids earn brag tags, books, and prize-wheel spins; teens and adults get weekly raffle tickets. Free to join via Beanstack app or printed logs.
Week 5: Bird Brained
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Bird Brained is a summer camp at Reeves-Reed Arboretum for rising 1st–2nd graders. Kids explore birds through hikes, stories, crafts, games, experiments, and more.
Boogie Woogie Babies
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
A lively dance and movement class for babies and toddlers (0–5 years) where adults join in singing, dancing, and fine motor activities. Fun, interactive, and family-friendly.
Baby Storytime (Register to Attend; Waitlist Available)
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Free in-person Baby Storytime for children ages up to 24 months and their caregivers, held at Millburn Library. Includes songs, stories, finger plays, and movement during 30-minute summer sessions.
Week 5: Lunch Buddies – Bird Brained
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
A summer lunch program for rising 1st–2nd graders featuring themed activities; this week’s theme is ‘Bird Brained’. Campers bring lunch and stay for an extra hour of fun.
Let's Make Music!: A Musical Literacy Series for Children
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
This interactive four-part musical literacy series introduces children ages 18 months to 5 years to rhythm, melody, and tone through hands-on exploration of instrument families. Led by expert instructors, the program blends play, listening, and tactile learning to foster early musical fluency.
Children's Afternoon Movie
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Join for a family-friendly afternoon movie screening on the big screen at Millburn Library. Designed for children ages 8 and under (with required caregiver supervision), this relaxed summer event welcomes guests to bring their own snacks—no registration needed.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Cranford Alliance Church
7 Cherry Street, Cranford, NJ
Rainforest Falls VBS is a summer Bible study for kids ages 3–11, featuring an immersive rainforest-themed adventure centered on spiritual growth and relationship with God. Activities include interactive storytelling and nature exploration.
Scavenger Hunt for Kids
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
A fun, team-based scavenger hunt at the Westfield Library where kids solve clues and riddles. Designed for ages 6 and up, it encourages teamwork and exploration.
Learn to Play Mah Jongg
Berkeley Heights Library
29 Park Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ
Learn to play Mah Jongg at the library! All levels welcome. Bring your own tiles/card or some will be provided.
Unearth A Story: Summer Reading Challenge 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge 'Unearth A Story' encourages kids, teens, and adults to log their reading for prizes—including brag tags, books, prize wheels, and weekly raffles—for all ages.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Livingston
Barnes & Noble - Livingston
112 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before! Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m.
Unearth a Story: Craft and Storytime
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Join weekly storytime and craft sessions themed around this year's 'Unearth a Story' summer reading program. Sessions are designed for ages 2+ with a caregiver and include themed activities like gemstones, dinosaurs, and a special Digeridoo performance.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Princeton
Barnes & Noble - Princeton
3535 US Highway 1 Suite 400, Princeton, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Hear some of your favorite stories and join in for some coloring afterwards! Every Tuesday and Saturday at 11am.
PRE-K STORY & CRAFT (REGISTER TO ATTEND)
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
A 45-minute summer storytime and craft session for preschoolers ages 4–6 with a caregiver, featuring stories, songs, movement, and fingerplays. Held weekly at Millburn Library; registration for the full 5-week series is required.
SUMMER JIGSAW PUZZLES
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Come in from the heat and do our brand new jigsaw puzzles with your friends. Have a snack, listen to some music and relax with puzzles! If you don’t finish, you can always check out the puzzles and finish them at home! Recommended for ages 8-12. Program will take place in Room B. Registration required.
Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Series
- Westfield NJ 07090
- Westfield NJ 07090, Westfield, NJ
Free outdoor live music series in Downtown Westfield on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, featuring dancing and community fun. Suitable for all ages and families, with performances at Quimby Street and Foundation Park.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Cranford Alliance Church
7 Cherry Street, Cranford, NJ
A fun, faith-based Vacation Bible School where kids ages 3–11 explore God’s creation through an immersive rainforest theme, with waterfalls, wildlife sounds, and spiritual lessons.
Miss Katie's Super Sing-a-long
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Miss Katie leads a musical morning of singing and dancing, perfect for kids ages 0–5. Fun, energetic, and interactive for toddlers and preschoolers.
Sidewalk Sale Days
- Westfield NJ 07090
- Westfield NJ 07090, Westfield, NJ
Sidewalk Sale Days is a summer shopping event in Downtown Westfield where local businesses set up outdoor sales on the sidewalks. Open to all ages and families, it runs from July 15–19, 2026, offering a lively, community-oriented shopping experience.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Morris Plains
Barnes & Noble - Morris Plains
1940 Route 10 West, Morris Plains, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. Join us for a fun-filled story time, featuring new releases and old favorites! Every Wednesday and Saturday at 11am.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Holmdel
Barnes & Noble - Holmdel
2130 NJ-35, Holmdel, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before! Every Wednesday at 11am.
Cream Tea
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Enjoy an enchanting Cream Tea at Wisner House overlooking the Arboretum’s beautiful grounds. Sessions at 11:30 am, 12:00 pm, and 1:00 pm. Open to all ages.
AFTERNOON K'NEX
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Children 8 and under are invited to drop in and build with K'NEX toys at the Millburn Library’s Children’s Room. Tables are set up with connectors, clips, rods, and wheels for open-ended creative play. Caregivers must stay with children under 9.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Cranford Alliance Church
7 Cherry Street, Cranford, NJ
Rainforest Falls VBS is a fun, Bible-based summer event for kids ages 3–11, where they explore nature and faith through interactive activities set in a vibrant rainforest theme at Cranford Alliance Church.
Drive-In Movie Night for Kids
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Kids aged 4 and up decorate cardboard cars and enjoy a short film at a drive-in style event at the Westfield Library. Space is limited and registration is required.
Summer Concert Series: The Cliffs
Memorial Park
Robert H. Harp Drive, Livingston, NJ
Free Wednesday evening concerts at the gazebo in Memorial Park, Livingston, NJ. Open to all ages and families, featuring local and regional performers as part of the Summer Concert Series.
Ginger Winn Summer Concert
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
An outdoor summer concert featuring songwriter Ginger Winn at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Designed for adults and families, it offers picnicking, lawn seating, and rain-or-shine performances.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Livingston
Barnes & Noble - Livingston
112 Eisenhower Parkway, Livingston, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before! Every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m.
Yoga Storytime
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Yoga Storytime brings yoga to life through storytelling and movement for kids ages 2–5 accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Miss Carmen leads the interactive session with physical poses based on simple tales.
Weekly Ground Force Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Volunteer with the horticulture team to maintain the arboretum’s gardens and grounds. For ages 14+ (12–13 with an adult); tools are provided and registration is required.
Toddler Storytime (Register to Attend)
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
A 30-minute in-person toddler storytime session for ages 2–3 and their caregivers at Millburn Library. Features stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement activities. Registration required for the full 5-week summer session.
Cream Tea
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Cream Tea at Reeves-Reed Arboretum offers a 90-minute tea service with scones, sandwiches, and a sweet treat. It’s for adults and children ages 13+; reservations required.
Pompton Lakes Spring & Summer Strolls
Downtown Pompton Lakes
Wanaque Ave, Pompton Lakes, NJ
Pompton Lakes Spring & Summer Strolls are Thursday evening community events downtown, open to all ages and families, featuring local food, shopping, music, and fun—designed to support small businesses and strengthen neighborhood ties.
Read to a Therapy Dog
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Children ages 5–12 can register to read aloud to a certified therapy dog in a supportive, non-judgmental setting at Millburn Library. Each 10-minute time slot helps build confidence and reading skills.
Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Series
- Westfield NJ 07090
- Westfield NJ 07090, Westfield, NJ
Free outdoor live music series in Downtown Westfield, NJ, held Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting mid-July. Families and all ages are welcome to enjoy dancing, dining, and strolling to performances across venues like Quimby Street and Foundation Park.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Cranford Alliance Church
7 Cherry Street, Cranford, NJ
A Bible-themed summer VBS for kids ages 3–11, where children explore faith through an immersive rainforest adventure featuring waterfalls, animals, and nature-inspired lessons on spiritual grounding.
Unearth A Story: Summer Reading Challenge 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge 'Unearth A Story' invites kids, teens, and adults to log reading and earn rewards—brag tags, books, prize wheels, and raffle tickets. Open to all ages and supported by the Friends of the Millburn Library.
Friday Woodland Restoration Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Volunteer opportunity for teens and adults to help restore woodlands by trails maintenance, native tree planting, and invasive species removal. Open to ages 14+ or 12–13 with an adult.
Féminin Pluriel, a solo exhibition by artist Pascale Bouchard
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Féminin Pluriel is a solo exhibition by Québec-based artist Pascale Bouchard, showcasing her unique encaustic artworks at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Open to all ages, the exhibit features layered, luminous pieces created with pigmented beeswax and heat.
Baby Storytime (Register to Attend; Waitlist Available)
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
A 30-minute in-person storytime for babies up to 24 months and their caregivers, held weekly at Millburn Library during the summer session. Registration is required and limited, with separate Friday and Monday series available for Millburn residents starting June 19.
Jurassic Geodes
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Kids ages 5–12 explore ancient geodes, handle real specimens, and craft their own interactive geode crafts to crack open later—fun, hands-on science fun at the Millburn Library auditorium.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Cranford Alliance Church
7 Cherry Street, Cranford, NJ
A Bible-themed summer Vacation Bible School for kids ages 3–11, where participants explore faith and nature through an immersive rainforest adventure at Cranford Alliance Church.
Unearth a Story: Summer Reading Challenge 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge 'Unearth a Story' invites kids, teens, and adults to log reading for rewards: kids earn brag tags, books, and prize-wheel spins; teens and adults enter weekly raffles. Participation options include online logging via Beanstack or printed logs in the Children's Room.
Movie Nights on the Green
On the Green at Palmer Square
40 Nassau Street, Princeton, NJ
Family-friendly outdoor movie nights on Palmer Square's Green in Princeton, NJ, with picnic-style dining and a blanket-and-chair-friendly setup. Movies start around 8:30pm just after dusk.
Discovery Weekends
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Family-friendly Discovery Weekends invite families with children ages 3 and up to explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds during autumn, with hands-on activities at the Stackhouse Education Center.
Dino Academy from Bright Star Theatre
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Dino Academy, a live theatre show by Bright Star Theatre, invites children and families on a prehistoric adventure led by Dr. Sarah Tops, featuring life-like dinosaur puppets that stomp and roar. Blending science, storytelling, and imagination, it’s an engaging, interactive experience that teaches fascinating dino facts without leaving the audience’s seats.
Dino Academy from Bright Star Theatre
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Dino Academy from Bright Star Theatre is an interactive, science-filled show for families and kids where Dr. Sarah Tops leads an adventure with lifelike dinosaur puppets, blending storytelling, facts, and imagination in a fun, educational field-trip experience.
Lowe’s And MrBeast Partner To Spark Creativity In The Next Generation Of Builders
Lowe's Home Improvement
7801 Tonnelle Avenue, North Bergen, NJ
Lowe’s Kids Club workshop with MrBeast offers monthly limited-edition DIY builds for families. At Lowe’s of North Bergen, kids can join Swarm Spinner and Swarm Jet workshops.
Weekly Ground Force Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Volunteer outdoors or indoors with the horticulture team to help care for gardens and grounds. For ages 14+ (12–13 with an adult); registration required.
Free Saturday Tours
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Free guided tours of the Arboretum are offered most Saturdays at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, open to all ages. Visitors can explore the grounds with knowledgeable guides.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Princeton
Barnes & Noble - Princeton
3535 US Highway 1 Suite 400, Princeton, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Hear some of your favorite stories and join in for some coloring afterwards! Every Tuesday and Saturday at 11am.
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Clark
Barnes & Noble - Clark
1255 Raritan Rd #710, Clark, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department
Saturday Story Time at B&N - Morris Plains
Barnes & Noble - Morris Plains
1940 Route 10 West, Morris Plains, NJ
Story Time in Barnes & Noble Children's Department Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. Join us for a fun-filled story time, featuring new releases and old favorites! Every Wednesday and Saturday at 11am.
Afternoon Tea – SOLD OUT
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
An afternoon tea service at Wisner House for adults and children ages 13+, with a 2:30 pm seating for kids 7+. Enjoy tea, scones, sandwiches, dessert, and a complimentary drink.
Creative Freedom: A Salon Experience featuring Marshall Allen, Salvador Jimenez Flores and Jamaaladeen Tacuma
Grounds for Sculpture
80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton Township, NJ
An intimate salon-style event blending live avant-garde jazz with visual art, featuring Marshall Allen, Jamaaladeen Tacuma, and Salvador Jimenez Flores. All ages welcome; attendees experience unreleased music, artist talks, and community dialogue on creative freedom at Grounds For Sculpture.
Summit Farmers Market
Park & Shop Lot #1
on the corner of Woodland Ave and Deforest Ave, Summit, NJ
The Summit Farmers Market opens every Sunday rain or shine from April through December 2026, offering local produce, goods, and artisanal products. Open to all ages and families, it's held in the Park & Shop Lot #1 at Woodland Ave and Deforest Ave in downtown Summit, NJ.
Discovery Weekends
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Family-friendly Discovery Weekends invite families with children ages 3 and up to explore the Arboretum’s gardens and grounds during autumn. Activities center around the Stackhouse Education Center.
Afternoon Tea
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
An afternoon tea at Reeves-Reed Arboretum with fine teas, scones, sandwiches, and dessert. For adults and children 7+, with multiple seatings and registration required.
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