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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.
Mental Health Practitioners Book Club
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Monthly book club for local mental health professionals, including social workers, psychologists and nurses. Members rotate book picks and are currently reading The Maidens.
Free Summer Story Time at New Jersey State Museum
New Jersey State Museum
205 West State Street, Trenton, NJ
Free weekly story time at the New Jersey State Museum with a related craft afterward. Designed for children ages 2–8, it’s a fun summer outing for families.
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.
Family S'mores Night at Temple Sholom
Temple Sholom
1925 Lake Avenue, Scotch Plains, NJ
Community summer gathering with s'mores, marshmallows, and good company at Temple Sholom's firepit. All are welcome for a relaxed evening of stories and old-fashioned fun.
Mala Aria
Biretumfpel Park
Winslow Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, Union, NJ
A dramatic story about Amazia, who leaves Tanzania to pursue a PhD abroad while searching for a way to eradicate malaria. Best for audiences who enjoy serious theater about love, loss, and hard choices.
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.
Storytime with Ms. Cassia at Hoboken Historical Museum
Hoboken Historical Museum
1301 Hudson St., Hoboken, NJ
Preschoolers are invited to a storytime at the Hoboken Historical Museum with songs and rhymes. Doors open at 9:30am, and a $5 donation is appreciated.
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.
Friday Night Concert Series at Somers Point
William Morrow Beach
Bay Avenue, Somers Point, NJ
Free weekly Friday night concerts at William Morrow Beach in Somers Point. All ages are welcome, with music and a lineup posted on the event website.
Mala Aria
Biretumfpel Park
Winslow Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, Union, NJ
A dramatic story of Amazia, who leaves Tanzania for a PhD abroad while seeking a way to eradicate malaria. Best for adult audiences, it explores love, loss, and the choice between staying in the West or returning home.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cool Down at The Co-Lab
Felina Steak
101 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJ
An indoor afternoon at The Co-Lab with shopping, fairy hair, face painting, and cold treats. It’s geared toward friends and families looking for a fun summer escape while supporting local makers.
Mala Aria
Biretumfpel Park
Winslow Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, Union, NJ
A dramatic story about Amazia, who leaves Tanzania for a PhD abroad while seeking to eradicate malaria. Best for adult theatergoers, it explores love, loss, and the pull between staying abroad or returning home.
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.
Jesus and Jazz Sunday Service with New Orleans Duo Geminii Dragon at Mt Zion AME Millburn
Mt. Zion AME Church
56 Church Street, Milburn NJ 07041, Milburn, NJ
Free Sunday worship service featuring Geminii Dragon Duo’s jazz, blues, and New Orleans soul at Mt. Zion AME Church. Open to the public, it closes the statewide Jamboree with music, prayer, and fellowship.
World Cup Final Watch Party
Berkeley Heights Library
29 Park Ave, Berkeley Heights, NJ
Join the community for the World Cup Final Watch Party at The District at The Park, featuring a large outdoor screen, food, drinks, and family-friendly activities for soccer fans of all ages to celebrate the championship.
When the Declaration of Independence Was News
Morven Museum & Garden
55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ
Historian Dr. Emily Sneff discusses the Declaration of Independence as it was unfolding in 1776. For adults and history fans, the program explores how the news spread and includes museum admission.
Mala Aria
Biretumfpel Park
Winslow Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, Union, NJ
A dramatic story about Amazia, who leaves Tanzania to pursue a PhD and confronts love, loss, and a promise to return home. Best for general audiences interested in theater and global stories.
Week 6: Let’s Visit the Moon – SOLD OUT
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
A hands-on camp for Pre-K to Kindergarten children (ages 4–5) exploring the moon through fun facts and investigations of its surface and phases.
Boogie Woogie Babies
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
A dance and movement program for babies and toddlers (ages 0–5) where adults join in singing, dancing, and fine motor activities. A fun, active way for families to bond and move together.
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 and a caregiver at Millburn Library, running weekly during summer 2026. Sessions include stories, songs, and movement. Registration required for the full 5-week session.
Week 6: Lunch Buddies – Let’s Visit the Moon
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
A summer Lunch Buddies program for Pre-K–K (4–5 year olds) featuring themed activities like visiting the moon, with extended lunchtime fun after morning camp sessions.
Afternoon Come & Color
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Free drop-in coloring activity for kids at Millburn Library, offering crayons and coloring pages Monday afternoons from 3:00–5:00 p.m. while supplies last.
Creative Corner
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Creative Corner offers monthly evening craft activities for kids aged 9–12 at Westfield Library. It’s a fun, hands-on program held on the third Monday of each month. Registration is required online.
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.
Sleepytime Tales Pajama Story Time
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Join the Millburn Library's children's librarians for a cozy, half-hour Sleepytime Tales Pajama Story Time. Designed for kids up to age 8 with a parent or caregiver, the event includes bedtime-themed stories, songs, and fingerplays—kids are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring a stuffed animal.
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 prizes—kids earn brag tags, books, and a prize-wheel spin; teens and adults enter weekly raffles. Free and open to all.
Read & Pick: Flowers
Terhune Orchards
330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ
Parents and young children can enjoy a hands-on flower-picking program with a book about flowers, gardens and insects. Two sessions are offered, and the cost includes a container of flowers.
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
Weekly summer reading program with themed storytimes and crafts (e.g., Potatoes, Gemstones, Dinosaurs) for ages 2+ with a caregiver. Features special guests like Digeridoo Down Under and requires preregistration and timely check-in.
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
Join Millburn Library for a 45-minute in-person storytime and craft session for preschoolers ages 4–6 with a caregiver. Features stories, songs, movement, and a short craft. Registration for the full 5-week summer series is required.
D&D CLUB
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
A summer Dungeons & Dragons club open to ages 12 and up, welcoming beginners and non-residents alike.
Sweet Sounds Downtown Music Series
- Westfield NJ 07090
- Westfield NJ 07090, Westfield, NJ
Free outdoor summer concert series held Tuesdays and Thursdays in Downtown Westfield, NJ, featuring live music, dancing, and community fun for all ages. Events run from 6–9 PM and take place across downtown streets, Quimby Street, and Foundation Park.
Rock and Roll Playhouse Concerts at Jenkinsons Boardwalk
Jenkinson's
300 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
High-energy, kid-friendly concerts for families that introduce classic rock icons. Some dates include fireworks, and the July 21 show is part of Christmas in July.
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. Free and open to all.
Miss Katie's Super Sing-a-long
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Join Miss Katie for a fun, interactive musical morning where kids and caregivers can sing and dance together. Designed for children ages 0–5 and their families.
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.
Monmouth County Fair
East Freehold Showgrounds
1500 Kozloski Road, Freehold, NJ
Annual county fair with rides, live music, shows, competitions, vendors, and food. A family-friendly event for all ages with wildlife acts, stunt performances, and living history demos.
Summer Concert Series: Action Park
Memorial Park
Robert H. Harp Drive, Livingston, NJ
Free weekly summer concerts every Wednesday at the Gazebo in Memorial Park, open to 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.
Yoga Storytime
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
A fun, interactive yoga storytime for ages 2–5 and their caregivers, where Miss Carmen brings stories to life through yoga poses. Space is limited and tickets are first-come, first-served at the children's desk.
Weekly Ground Force Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Volunteer in the gardens and grounds at Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Open to ages 14+ and 12–13 with an adult, it’s a hands-on way to help with weeding, mulching, watering, and more.
Toddler Storytime (Register to Attend)
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Free in-person toddler storytime for ages 2–3 with a caregiver, held weekly at Millburn Library’s auditorium during summer 2026. Features stories, songs, fingerplays, and movement activities. Registration required for the full 5-week session.
Mala Aria
Biretumfpel Park
Winslow Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, Union, NJ
A dramatic story of Amazia, who leaves Tanzania for a PhD abroad while seeking a cure for malaria. Intended for general audiences, it centers on love, loss, and a life-changing choice.
Mad Science - Explore Lost Worlds
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Mad Science invites kids and families to an interactive summer reading event 'Explore Lost Worlds' about archaeology, paleontology, and dinosaurs—where storytelling meets hands-on scientific discovery.
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. All ages welcome; perfect for families, couples, and locals enjoying dinner, shopping, or strolls while listening to local bands.
Stories In The Garden: “Try It” With People & Stories/Gente Y Cuentos
Morven Museum & Garden
55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ
An evening literary discussion in Morven’s Gardens featuring a short story read-aloud and conversation. Open to all ages, this free try-it session asks attendees to pre-register; rain moves it indoors.
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 like brag tags, books, prize wheels, and weekly raffles. Free and family-friendly, with app and printed log options.
Friday Woodland Restoration Session
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Hands-on woodland restoration volunteer session for ages 14+ (12–13 with an adult). Help reestablish trails, plant native trees, and remove invasives at the arboretum.
Watercolor Florals & Greetings
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Hands-on watercolor class for adults and teens 14+, focused on florals, greeting cards, and beginner brushwork. Includes a starter kit and live demonstrations at Reeves-Reed Arboretum.
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.
Morris County 4-H Fair
High View Farms
416 Sand Shore Rd, Mt Olive, NJ
Three-day 4-H fair with animals, rides, food, entertainment, and Monster Trucks. Great for families and all ages, with daily activities and festival fun all weekend.
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.
TEEN CRAFT
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
A hands-on watercolor art class for teens (age 12), where all supplies are provided. Perfect as a self-treat or a thoughtful gift.
Kids Night Out: All Children's Art Center of NJ Bound Brook Studio
All Children's Art Center of NJ
15 John Street, Bound Brook, NJ
A monthly kids’ night out in Bound Brook with art, karaoke, slime-making, jewelry crafting, and dance. Designed for children while parents enjoy a night off.
Mala Aria
Biretumfpel Park
Winslow Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, Union, NJ
A dramatic story about Amazia, a Tanzanian woman pursuing a PhD abroad while weighing love, loss, and a promise to return home. For general audiences interested in a thoughtful stage performance.
UNEARTH A STORY: SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2026
Millburn Library
200 Glen Avenue, Millburn, NJ
Millburn Library's 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, themed 'Unearth A Story', invites kids, teens, and adults to log their reading for rewards: kids earn brag tags, books, and prize-wheel spins; teens and adults get weekly raffle tickets. Free and open to all.
Discovery Weekends
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Family-friendly Discovery Weekends welcome 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 through weeding, mulching, watering, and more. Ages 14+; 12–13 with an adult. Registration is required.
Physics with Minecraft: Build a Roller Coaster!
Westfield Library
550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
Children in grades 3–8 team up to design and build a physics-compliant Minecraft roller coaster featuring loops, drops, and creative landscape integration. Fun, hands-on learning presented by Arrayscape Gaming.
Free Saturday Tours
Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ
Free guided tours of the Reeves-Reed Arboretum are offered most Saturdays at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, open to all ages. Visitors 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.
Mala Aria
Biretumfpel Park
Winslow Avenue, Union, NJ 07083, Union, NJ
A drama about Amazia, who leaves Tanzania for a PhD abroad while seeking a way to eradicate malaria. For audiences drawn to emotional stories of love, loss, and difficult choices.
Stranger Things: The 1,000 Candles Concert Experience
Sanctuary/Westminster Hall
140 Mountain Ave, Westfield, NJ
An immersive candlelit concert inspired by Stranger Things, featuring live music from the show’s score and 80s hits, performed by a string ensemble narrated by Maestro David Wroe. Suitable for fans of all ages who enjoy nostalgic, cinematic storytelling and suspenseful themes.
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 prizes like brag tags, books, raffle tickets, and prize wheels. Free for all ages, with online and printed tracking options.
Summit Farmers Market
Park & Shop Lot #1
on the corner of Woodland Ave and Deforest Ave, Summit, NJ
The Summit Farmers Market is a weekly Sunday event running April to December 2026, offering fresh produce and goods from local farmers and vendors. Open rain or shine from 8AM to 1PM in downtown Summit, NJ, it's free and family-friendly.
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.
Kids Markets at The Galleria Red Bank Farmers Market
The Galleria Red Bank
2 Bridge Ave, Red Bank, NJ
Hands-on kids market where young entrepreneurs run a mini business, sell creations, and keep profits. Families can register a booth for their child; $25 fee.
August Symphony Presents “Symphonic Dances” Free Concert in Westfield
Westfield Municipal Building
425 East Broad Street, Westfield, NJ
The August Symphony Orchestra presents a free summer concert featuring orchestral works inspired by dance. It’s open to the public and suited for classical music fans of all ages.
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