Princeton Pi Day & Einstein Birthday Party (Princeton)
Albert Einstein was born on March 14 … 3.14 the numeric equivalent of pi… and he lived in Princeton for over 20 years.  To celebrate both Einstein and pi, Princeton is going all out.  At 1pm the festivities start with an Albert Einstein look alike contest and a pie judging contest. At 3:14pm the town hosts a birthday party and pie throwing event (each pie throw is $1.), followed by Albert Einstein-themed tours of Princeton ($3.14 a tour), and interactive lab experiments. The Historical Society of Princeton  http://www.princetonhistory.org/ also offers a FREE Einstein themed birthday bash for kids ages 6 and up where they can learn all about Einstein and his contributions to the world.  The event at the Historical Society takes place at 11am and 1pm and requires preregistration by calling (609) 921-6748 x100 or emailing Jeanette@princetonhistory.org.  FREE.

Barnum’s FUNundrum at the Meadowlands (East Rutherford)
The circus is in town!  This weekend catch the Biggest Show on Earth with clowns, elephants, trapeze artists and more.  Tickets are $12.-$150.  Check the website for show times and availability.

Snakes and Turtles at Trailside Nature Center (Watchung)
Don’t let the bad weather forecast discourage you from heading out to this three-story indoor nature center offering live animals and demonstrations.  Today, discover what snakes and turtles have in common and learn where they sleep for the winter. Feel a real turtle shell and the shed skin of a snake. Meet live snakes and turtles from Trailside's reptile collection.  Saturday at 10am.  A small donation is requested to attend the program. Call 908-789-3670 for more details.

Pushcart Players at Grounds for Sculpture (Trenton)
Grounds for Sculpture hosts a theater0themed weekend for kids with the Pushcart Players performing Stone Soup and Other Stories.  Sunday at 1pm.  The event is FREE with admission to the sculpture park.  Admission is $10./adults, $8./students 13-and-up, $6. for kids ages 6-to-12, and FREE for kids 5-and-under.  The theater event is recommended for kids in pre-K through 4th grade.  You may purchase advance tickets and reserve for this event (highly encouraged) by calling 609-586-0616.

Tell Along Tales at the State Theater of NJ (New Brunswick)
The State Theater of NJ launches their Milk & Cookies series, a FREE series of kids performances, with Tell Along Tales by Gerald Fierst.  Enjoy interactive stories from around the world for FREE!  Saturday at 10am and noon.  Advance registration required by calling 732-246-7469, ext. 545 or emailing jcunha@statetheatrenj.org

Lyle the Crocodile at the Growing Stage (Netcong)
“Lyle, Lyle the Crocodile!” This theatrical performance featuring everyone’s favorite crocodile will enchant kids of all ages.  Saturday and Sunday at 4pm.  Tickets are $16. for adults, $12. for kids.

The Jungle Book at JCC Metro West (West Orange)
JCC Metro West puts on an exciting performance of the Disney classic, “The Jungle Book,” adapted from the film. The show includes everyone’s favorite characters and songs from the movie.  Saturday from 7:30-8:30pm.  Tickets $16..  To purchase tickets call 1-800-494-8497.

Sugarloaf Crafts Festival (Somerset)
You can spend hours browsing the crafts vendors and listening to live music while kids will love to see live demonstrations of woodworkers, stone carvers, and pottery makers.  Best of all, there are puppet shows especially for kids.  Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 10am-6pm.  Tickets $7./adults; kids 12-and-under and parking are FREE.

St. Patrick’s Day at Imagine That! (Florham Park)
Looking for an indoor event with a St. Patrick’s Day theme?  Imagine That! Not only features endless indoor play for the younger set, this weekend kids can make Shamrock People to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.  FREE with admission,$9.95/kids, $7.95/adults. Babies under 1 year are FREE.  Or just head out to a St. Patrick’s Day Parade near you!  http://www.saintpatricksdayparade.com/nj/index.htm

The Easter Bunny Arrival at Quaker Bridge Mall (Lawrenceville)
http://www.quakerbridgemall.com/events.php
The Easter Bunny has arrived early!  He will be hopping his way to the mall for photos and fun. The Quaker Bridge Mall Kids Club and Radio Disney AM 640 hosts this exciting event.  Kids can make their own Easter bonnet and there will be eggs, small toys and candy while supplies last.  FREE.