Weekday Event Picks for NJ Kids: Family Fun Night, Fireworks, June 29-July 3

6/29/15 - By Laurie Rein

Is it me, or did June just fly by? July starts mid-week, and summer fun is in abundance. Independence Day rules with Jenkinson's Annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular, Atlantic Highlands Fireman’s Fair and Fireworks in the Park. Or take an air-conditioned breather at Touch the Music, Kid Painting Party and Incredible Origami Animals. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more options!

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Monday, June 29th

Northern NJ:
Touch the Music (Berkeley Heights)
Spend a musical afternoon at the Berkeley Heights Public Library, where children will learn about Mozart while experimenting with instruments. FREE

Central NJ:
Butterfly House Tours (Pennington)
It’s a house full of beautiful butterflies. Stop by the Butterfly House at the Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Association for a tour and lesson, and perhaps to give a try at catching the colorful creatures.

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Tuesday, June 30th

Northern NJ:
Family Fun Night (Hoboken)
Enjoy family-friendly outdoor concerts every Tuesday night at Shipyard Park. This week’s s performance is by Chuck E. Cheese. FREE

Jersey Shore:
Incredible Animal Origami (Hazlet)
Kids will discover the art of paper folding and create their own paper animal heroes at this Hazlet Library event. Pre-registration is required. FREE

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Wednesday, July 1st

Northern NJ:
Kid Painting Party (Fanwood)
Here’s a creative way start off July. Children 6 and up are invited to paint their own masterpiece at Be Craftful. Smocks, materials, plus pizza and drinks will be provided. This is a drop-off event, and pre-registration is required.

Southern NJ:
Groovin’& Grubbin’ (Colts Neck)
It’s a party every Wednesday night at the Garden State Discovery Museum. Chow down on fare from the gourmet food trucks, and then stay for a free outdoor concert.

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Thursday, July 2nd

Jersey Shore:
Atlantic Highlands Fireman’s Fair (Atlantic Highlands)
Everyone will have a blast at this annual event, which features games, rides, food and fun. The fair runs through Saturday. Admission is FREE.

Central NJ:
Fireworks in the Park (Highland Park)
Watch the sky light up at this celebration in Donaldson Park. Festivities include games, music and activities. FREE

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Friday, July 3rd

Jersey Shore:
Jenkinson's Annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular (Pt. Pleasant  Beach)
Start the Independence Day festivities off with a fireworks display on the beach. FREE

Northern NJ:
New Jersey State Fair (East Rutherford)
The jam-packed festival continues. After all the games, rides and entertainment, catch the Friday night fireworks spectacular. FREE

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