Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids: Bouncy Booktime, Let It Snow, January 25-29

1/25/16 - By Laurie Rein

Looks like winter has finally arrived, with a vengeance. Once you're thawed out, bring stir-crazy little ones to indoor storytimes this week, which are popping up in all kinds of settings; just make sure to call ahead for early week events to make sure they're still happening! Stop over at Bouncy Booktime at a library, Mommy & Me Storytime at a bookstore, Uptown Story Time at a museum and Alpaca Story Hour at a farm. Tweens and teens get in on the fun this week as well, at Funplex Scout Night and Teen Lock-In. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more options!

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Monday, January 25th

Particularly for Monday events, call ahead or check this link for general community event cancelations. And for all parents who are wondering what to do with their snow-bound, school-is-canceled kids, try our 40 Snow Day Boredom Busters for Kids!

Northern NJ:
Toddler Trek: Frigid Fliers (Chatham)
Bundle up the toddlers and explore winter birds that use the feeders at Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center. A story is included as well. Pre-registration is required.

Jersey Shore:
Cotton Ball Science (Holmdel)
Kids 5-8 will have a ball using cotton as play dough at Holmdel Public Library. FREE

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Tuesday, January 26th

Northern NJ:
Toddler Tuesdays (Paramus)
Stop by Garden State Plaza’s PlaySpace every Tuesday for activities, giveaways and playtime. Sneak in some shopping while you’re there! FREE

Central NJ:
Bouncy Booktime (Lambertville)
Bounce on over to Lambertville Library for a morning of stories, crafts and socializing, for little ones up to 4. FREE

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Wednesday, January 27th

Northern NJ:
Mommy & Me Storytime (Montclair)
Tots 2 and under are invited to Watchung Booksellers for a weekly storytime. Space is limited, so sign in upon arrival. FREE

Jersey Shore:
Let It Snow! Door Hanger Craft (Colts Neck)
A perfect seasonal craft, come to Colts Neck Public Library to create sparkly wreath door hangers. Pre-registration is required. FREE

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Thursday, January 28th

Central NJ:
Alpaca Story Hour (Peapack)
It’s a farm activity and story time all in one. Come to Bluebird Farm Alpacas for a weekly preschool story time, along with a craft and the chance to feed the farm’s alpacas.

Northern NJ:
Uptown Story Time (Hoboken)
Head over to Hoboken Historical Museum every Thursday for a preschool story time in an awesome museum setting. FREE

More Thursday Events

Friday, January 29th

Northern NJ:
Scouts Night at The Funplex (East Hanover)
The Scouts are taking over Funplex! Boy and girl scouts will enjoy an evening of unlimited attractions, arcade credits and pizza. Girl scouts can also earn a badge on emergency preparedness.

Central NJ:
Teen Lock-In at Bridgewater Library (Bridgewater)
What are your teen's Friday night plans? How 'bout a fun night at the library, which includes a showing of Back to the Future, games, snacks and crafts. Pre-registration is required. FREE

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