Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids March 9-13: St. Patrick's Day Parade & More!

3/9/15 - By Laurie Rein

While it’s getting closer to spring, much of New Jersey still looks like a winter wonderland. Add some green into the mix with fun St. Patrick’s Day festivities, including Newark’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade and a St. Patrick’s Day craft at the Colts Neck Library. Take in some theater at Paper Mill Playhouse’s performance of The Hunchback of Notre Dame plus a free presentation of Red Riding Hood & Other Stories at the Ocean County Library. And don’t forget to check out our event calendar for even more weekday and weekend events.

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Monday, March 9th

Northern NJ:
Nature’s Playground (Chatham)
Bundle up and explore the forest of the Great Swamp through free play. Pre-registration is required.

Jersey Shore:
Wheee Get Fit & Play Stroller Fitness Class (Wall)
Get a workout without getting a sitter at The Sports Center. Classes take place Monday through Thursday morning and feature stroller fitness plus mommy-and-me playtime.

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Tuesday, March 10th

Northern NJ:
Go Wild, Get Outside: Nature Night Out (Tenafly)
Take advantage of some grownup time while you drop of the kids off at the Tenafly Nature Center for an evening of food, crafts, games, a campfire and a night hike. Cold weather gear is recommended, and pre-registration is required.

Jersey Shore:
Red Riding Hood & Other Stories (Little Egg Harbor)
Experience musical theater for free at the Ocean County Library when the Pushcart Players present classic tales with a contemporary spin. Sing along to creative scores of The Princess and the Pea, Little Red Riding Hood, and more. The event is part of New Jersey’s Theatre Alliance’s Stage Festival. FREE

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Wednesday, March 11th

Northern NJ:
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Millburn)
Enjoy a musical version of the classic love story, with music and lyrics by Broadway greats Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. Show runs through April 5th at Paper Mill Playhouse.

Jersey Shore:
St. Patrick’s Day Craft (Colts Neck)
Get in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day at the Colts Neck Public Library with a story and fun craft. FREE

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Thursday, March 12th

Central NJ:
Just Mom and Me Playdate (Moorestown)
Head over to the Moorestown Mall on the second Thursday of every month for a free play date chock full of activity. Take part in crafts and presentations, sponsored by the Garden State Discovery Museum. Plus, giveaways and treats are on hand. Registration required. FREE

Jersey Shore:
Froot Loop Fun (Atlantic Highlands)
Get crafty with cereal when you create colorful projects using Fruit Loops at the Atlantic Public Highlands Library. FREE

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Friday, March 13th

Northern NJ:
Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Newark)
Get decked out in green and celebrate St. Patty’s Day at the 80th annual Newark St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade begins at the Prudential Center. FREE

Jersey Shore:
CLUB MAC’s St. Patrick’s Party (Middletown)
Plan a night out while the kids have a blast at the Middletown Arts Center’s St. Patrick’s Day party. Kids will be provided with pizza, snacks and drinks, plus take part in crafts and games. Pre-registration is required.

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