Lenape Indian Family Day at the Morris Museum (Morristown)

Learn all out the Lenape Indians including masks, clothing, musical instruments, and tools. Afterwards, enjoy some hands on activities like making cornhusk dolls, designing a woven textile and other fun activities. Saturday from 12 to 4pm.  $10 for adults, $7 for kids, 3 and under FREE.

Miller Cory House (Westfield)

This historic farmhouse takes you back to 18th Century New Jersey with docents in historic dress and open-hearth cooking demonstrations. On Sunday celebrate Native Americans with a fun workshop where you can make a Native American pouch!  Sunday from 2pm to 4pm.  $3 for adults, $1 for students, 3 and under are FREE.

Leni-Lenape Indians at the Museum of Early Crafts and Trades (Madison)

A local historian presents an interactive program about the Lenape Indians and especially their influence on local town names.  Recommended for 6 to 10 year olds.  Pre-registration recommended; call 973-377-2982 x14.  $5 adults, $3 kids.

Fall Night Dig at the Franklin Mineral Museum (Franklin)

Collect fluorescent minerals in the dark!  Bring flashlight, goggles, bucket (the museum will also have collecting bags available), fluorescent mineral lamp (lamps are available for purchase), and proper footwear. Pre-registration not required 6 - 10pm. $10 for adults, $8 for kids under 12.  Minerals are an extra $3 per pound. 

Daddy Day & Barn Tour at Watchung Stables (Mountainside)

Learn all out horses, see where they live, how to take care of them, and watch riding lessons.  Toddler Time Special Saturday “Daddy Day” at Watchung Stables is Saturday at 10:30-11:30.  $10 per family. Older siblings not permitted.  For older kids, a Barn Tour is offered at 2pm. Reservations required.  Call (908)789-3670

Strega Nona at NJPAC (Newark)

In this children’s performance, a friendly witch tries to cure the ills of her tiny hometown in Italy.  Sunday at 2pm. Tickets are $19-$21.  This show is offered in conjunction with a family workshop at 12:30pm.  Kids can see how the play is put on and try out some acting themselves!  The workshop is an extra $6 per person.

Mad Science presents CSI LIVE! at Bergen PAC (Englewood)

A crime has been committed at a Las Vegas magic show!  A team of scientific investigators recruit the audience to help investigate evidence and test theories for some fun hands-on science. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Saturday at 4pm. Tickets are $15 to $25.