Make A Noise Maker at the Morris Museum (Morristown)

Sure, they may not make it to midnight, but just in case… before the festivities begin, bring the kids to the Morris Museum to make a noise maker for New Year's Eve.  December 30, 1:00-300 p.m For more information: 973-971-3700

Holiday Open Jump (Boonton)

Need to burn all of that excess energy from being home all week? Bring the family to Jump On In! for an afternoon full of jumping fun.  $10 per child. Please reserve online in advance, space is limited.  December 30, 12-1:30 p.m. For more information: 973-588-7733

Nelson Illusions Smoke and Mystery Tour (Bound Brook)

If you like things in threes, this is the event for you. A family trio of performers at the Brook Arts Center, blending theater, mystery, and comedy.  December 30, 7:00 p.m.  For more information: 732-469-7700.

Wild About Winter Mini-Camp (Chatham)

If you think you go to great lengths to stay warm during the winter, learn about the crazy things that wildlife do to survive the cold.  Games, activities and more at the Great Swamp. December 30. Call for times. For more information: 973-635-6629.

Holiday Movie Fridays (Whippany)

As part of the Morris County Library's Holiday Movie Fridays, check out the next installment of the free, weekly event: Hachi, a Dog's Tale. December 30. 2:00-4:00. FREE. For more information: (973) 285 - 6979.

First Night (Maplewood & South Orange)

See a circus, listen to music by Livingston Taylor, have balloon sculptor Doug make you a party hat, fold some origami figures and watch a fireworks show at 7:15 pm while ringing in the New Year with your family. December 31, 4:30-10:00 p.m. Tickets: $11-22.  For more information: 973-76F-IRST.

First Night Morris 2012 (Morristown)

A non-alcoholic celebration of the arts and culture, First Night Morris County attracts families, seniors, singles and anyone who is looking for an inexpensive, fun and non-boozy way to ring in the New Year.  December 31, 7:00 p.m-12:00 a.m. Tickets:  $20 - 25, children 4 & under free.  For more information: 973-539-8008.

Annual New Years at Noon Party and Parade (Dover)

What could be better than midnight at noon? Celebrate New Year's Eve with the kids at the Community Children's Museum in Dover.  December 31, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. $5 for children 6 months and up.


Holiday Recess Open House (Rivers Edge)

Check out the Bergen County Zoo's Holiday Recess Open House, where kids can participate in various animal-related activities, games and crafts.  A live animal will visit the room each day at 11:30 am. December 30-31. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free with zoo admission.  For more information: (201) 262-3771.

Meet New Friends: New Year's Day Dog Walk (Basking Ridge)

Celebrate the new year by having your pooch meet new friends at the New Year's Day Dog Walk presented by The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable.  The Friends gladly accept any unopened dry or canned puppy/dog or kitten/cat food for donation to the Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter at check in. January 1, 1:30-2:30 p.m. $3/dog.  For more information: 908-722-1200.

Make a 2012 Card (Florham Park)

Honor the new year by making a 2012 card at the fun Imagine That! Discovery Museum. January 1. $9.95//children, $7.95/adults For more information: 973-966-8000.