Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids: Labor Day Parade, Oysterfest, September 7-11

9/7/15 - By Laurie Rein

This first full week of September kicks off with Labor Day! Spend this day off from work and school at festive events that include the Rutherford Labor Day Street Fair and the South Plainfield Labor Day Parade. Food-centric festivals are in the spotlight this week, with Union’s Greek Festival and the Asbury Park Oysterfest. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more options!

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Monday, September 7th- Labor Day

Northern NJ:
Rutherford Labor Day Street Fair (Rutherford)
Celebrate Labor Day at this all-day festive event, featuring food, crafts, local businesses and a free concert. FREE

Central NJ:
South Plainfield Labor Day Parade (South Plainfield)
The focus of this year’s lively event is Celebrating Our Heritage, and all floats will reflect this fun theme. The parade begins at South Plainfield PAL and ends at the middle school, where vendors, music and children’s activities will take place. FREE

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Tuesday, September 8th

Northern NJ:
Preschool of Rock Open House (Hoboken)
Rock out at a free trial of Preschool of Rock, held at Monroe Street Movement Space. Meet the instructors, demo the class and play some Mystery Discovery Instruments. Plus, score some giveaways. FREE

Central NJ:
Read & Pick: Chickens (Princeton)
It’s storytime and farm fun all in one. Terhune Orchards welcomes 3-8 year olds to take part in a hands-on farm activity plus listen to a related story. This week’s theme is chickens.

More Tuesday Events

Wednesday, September 9th

Northern NJ:
MAM Park Bench (Montclair)
Here’s a great opportunity to introduce kids to the art museum scene. The monthly workshop, held at Montclair Art Museum, features story time, an art project and a museum tour.

Jersey Shore:
Fantastic Fall Craft (Manalapan)
It’s time to start decorating for fall. Kids are invited to the Marlboro Public Library to create festive autumn wreaths and listen to seasonal stories. Program repeats Thursday. FREE

More Wednesday Events

Thursday, September 10th

Northern NJ:
Greek Festival (Union)
Enjoy everything Greek, including delicious food and live entertainment, at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church. The festival will also feature vendors with Greek items and children’s rides and games.

Jersey Shore:
Grandparents Day Storytime & Craft (Allentown)
Grandparent’s Day is coming up, and children are invited to take part in a special storytime and craft with their grandparents. Event is held at Allentown Public Library. FREE

More Thursday Events

Friday, September 11th

Jersey Shore:
Asbury Park Oysterfest (Asbury Park)
Bring your appetite to Asbury Park for this delectable 3-day event, featuring culinary delights, cooking demos, music, crafts, vendors and children’s amusements.

Southern NJ:
Special Abilities Night at Diggerland (West Berlin)
Individuals with special needs are invited to have a blast digging and riding the construction equipment at Diggerland, sponsored by the SAMBULENCE Safety Squad.

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