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Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids: Autumn Crafts, Reptiles, Tractors, September 21-25
Get the creative juices flowing this week at artsy, crafty fall events throughout New Jersey. Kids have the opportunity to create garden crafts at Story Time: Up in the Garden, Down in the Dirt, instruments at Tinkering with Sound and apple creations at both Apple & Potato Printing and Fall Preschool Nature Classes. They can also have an art-filled night out at Kids Only Paint Party. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more options!
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Monday, September 21st
Central NJ:
Story Time: Up in the Garden, Down in the Dirt (Trenton)
Head over the the New Jersey State Museum for its monthly story time and craft. This week’s theme is garden life, and participants will create a garden craft to take home. FREE
Jersey Shore:
Tween Program: Tinkering with Sound (Howell)
Here’s a creative after-school activity. 'Tweens 9-11 are invited to the Howell Public Library to make their own percussion instrument using everyday materials. FREE
Tuesday, September 22nd
Northern NJ:
Rizzo’s Reptiles (Chatham)
Reptiles invade the Chatham Library! Meet these live creatures and learn how we can protect their environment. FREE
Central NJ:
Read & Pick: Tractors (Princeton)
Tractors are the theme of this week’s farm-fun program at Terhune Orchards. Children will take part in theme-related stories and farm activities. Pre-registration is requested.
Wednesday, September 23rd
Central NJ:
Fall Preschool Nature Classes (Pennington)
Enjoy the fall weather and nature with your preschoolers at Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association. Class includes outdoor exploration, crafts and stories. This week’s theme is Apples Abound. Pre-registration is required.
Jersey Shore:
Happy Autumn Craft (Colts Neck)
Kids three and up are welcome to create a paper bonfire at the Colts Neck Library. Pre-registration is required.
Thursday, September 24th
Northern NJ:
Bob Conrad Magic & Puppets (Chatham)
Preschoolers will love this entertaining puppet and magic show held at Library of the Chathams. There are two morning performances, and no registration is required. FREE
Jersey Shore:
Apple & Potato Printing (Marlboro)
Create masterpieces using apples and potatoes at Marlboro Public Library. Participants will also hear fall stories. Pre-registration is required. FREE
Friday, September 25th
Central NJ:
Mercer County Italian American Festival (West Windsor)
It’s Italian Festival season! This sounds like a good one, with food, crafts, bocce ball, rides, a Trevi Fountain replica and entertainment. Fair runs through Sunday.
Northern NJ:
Kids Only Paint Party (Fanwood)
Planning a date night? Drop off kids 6 and up at Be Craftful for a great night of painting and fun. Admission includes smocks, a take-home canvas, plus pizza and juice. Event is drop-off, and pre-registration is required.
photo: Merrill Park
