Feb. 5-7 events: The best things to do this weekend in NJ

Feb. 5-7 events: The best things to do this weekend in NJ

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Looking for something to do this weekend? Big Joe's got you covered. Check out our complete list of great events and fun things do right here the great Garden State!

Cumberland Couny

8 am - 4 pm. $10 adults, $5 children (12 and under). Presentations and trail walks. Al & Sam's Canoe/Kayak will provide free safety, rental, and retail information and have kayaks and paddling accessories.

Date: February 6th, 2016
Location: Mauricetown Firehall
9544 Noble St., Mauricetown, NJ 08329
856-692-8440

Essex County

After much demand, that little caterpillar is returning, along with an assortment of favorite puppet characters. The triple-bill includes the wonderful story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s metamorphosis into a beautiful butterfly; the fanciful account of Little Cloud’s travels through the sky, and the Mixed-Up Chameleon’s discovery of his own unique nature. The whimsical tales have enchanted several generations, and Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia’s acclaimed stage adaptation teaches as well as entertains.

Date: February 6th, 2016
Location: SOPAC
1 Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
973-382-1023

Purveyor of urban cool, Fran Lebowitz is the author and witty chronicler of the “me decade,” as well as the cultural satirist whom many call the heir to Dorothy Parker. Fran Lebowitz is one of the foremost advocates of the Extreme Statement. She is pointed, forthright, unapologetically opinionated, and known for her hilariously dry social commentary on American life.

Date: February 6th, 2016
Location: SOPAC
1 Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
973-382-1023

Hunterdon County

Take a romantic weekend and travel to the different New Jersey wineries. Join us as we are getting ready for an early Valentine's Day celebration. Start off indulging your taste buds with a wine and chocolate tasting for two. After you're finished tasting, hop in the photo booth and have a picture of you and your sweetheart printed as a wine label. Noon - 5 pm.

Date: February 6th, 2016 - February 7th, 2016
Location: Old York Cellars
80 Old York Rd., Ringoes, NJ 08551
908-284-9463

Mercer County

Looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate Valentine's Day? Stop by a New Jersey winery for the annual Wine and Chocolate Wine Trail Weekend! Surprise your special someone this Valentine's Day weekend with a wine tasting where you can learn about and taste local wines paired with chocolate treats and more. Sponsored by the Garden State Wine Growers Association.

Visit us in the Terhune Orchards Vineyard & Winery tasting room as we join other New Jersey wineries across the state for a weekend of wine and chocolate. Sample our award winning wines, enjoy a glass in our 160 year old barn and take home a bottle. This weekend, we will offer chocolate treats made from scratch in our bakery along with our wines. With the purchase of a bottle of wine, enjoy a free local Thomas Sweet chocolate. Warm up with a sample of our hot mulled wine by the fire. Tastings are $5.

Date: February 6th, 2016 - February 14th, 2016
Location: Terhune Orchards
330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ 08540
609-924-2310

Four hundred years ago, Giovanni Valentini composed a moving set of madrigals that ultimately became lost to time. The critically acclaimed Baroque ensemble ACRONYM will bring Valentini's music back to life for modern audiences. ACRONYM stands for Altmusik Camerata Resurrecting Old---but New to You---Music. The ensemble is directed by cellist, Kivie Cahn-Lipman. Hosted by the TCNJ Center for the Arts

Date: February 5th, 2016
Location: Mayo Concert Hall
2000 Pennington Rd., Ewing, NJ 08628
609-771-2065

Middlesex County

Join me for a pet lovers dream weekend! The Super Pet Expo comes to the New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center in Edison February 5th thru the 7th! Enjoy fun & exciting activities for you & your pet, Shop over 150 exhibitors & much more! Big Joe will broadcast from the expo on February 7th…. Find out more & buy your tickets today @ SuperPetExpo.com.

Date: February 7th, 2016
Location: NJ Convention and Expo Center
97 Sunfield Ave., Edison, NJ 08837

Winner of eight 2012 Tony® Awards including Best Musical, Once is a truly original Broadway experience. Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians who play their own instruments onstage, Once tells the enchanting tale of a Dublin street musician who's about to give up on his dream when a beautiful young woman takes a sudden interest in his haunting love songs. As the chemistry between them grows, his music soars to powerful new heights...but their unlikely connection turns out to be deeper and more complex than your everyday romance. Emotionally captivating and theatrically breathtaking, Once draws you in from the very first note and never lets go. It's an unforgettable story about going for your dreams, not living in fear, and the power of music to connect all of us. Thur. 8 pm; Fri. 8 pm; Sat. 2 pm & 8 pm. Tickets: $35-$75

Date: February 4th, 2016 - February 6th, 2016
Location: State Theatre
15 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick, NJ 08901
732-246-7469

Monmouth County

Kidabaloo is a fun-filled day for the whole family! Presented by The Unterberg Children’s Hospital at Monmouth Medical Center, enjoy games, crafts and entertainment by both national and local organizations.

Date: February 6th, 2016
Location: Brookdale Community College
765 Newman Springs Rd, Middletown, NJ 07738 United States

Ocean County

Legendary musician Peter Yarrow (of Peter, Paul, & Mary) weaves a narrative of his life in music and politics, punctuating the major events with renditions of the iconic songs we all know and love. From his life in Greenwich Village in the 1960s, his connections to Bob Dylan and Pete  Seeger, to his career as part of the trio Peter, Paul, & Mary, Yarrow shares a part of American history influenced heavily by music. Concert (Main Stage): 8 pm. Adult $35, Senior $32, Subscriber $30. Dinner & Show Package: 6 pm - $50. Dinner in Grunin Center Gallery provided by Panini Ristorante. Meet & Greet: 7 pm - $35.

Date: February 6th, 2016
Location: Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts
Ocean County College, 1 College Dr., Toms River, NJ 08754
732-255-0500

Morris County

Join us for a sweet adventure at the Museum. Chocolate inspired activities include: chocolate bingo, design your own chocolate bar wrapper, hot cocoa craft, chocolate inspired games, meet a chocolatier, and more.

Date: February 6th, 2016
Location: Morris Museum
6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960
973-971-3701

Somerset County

Heritage Trail's free speaker series continues as local Authors, Linda J. Barth, Robert H. Barth and James L , III, Somerville present the book, "Somerville Through Time". An enlightening and entertaining look at Somerville then and now in photos. This event is FREE, make reservations online, as they are REQUIRED as space is limited to the first 50 registrants. Books will be on sale for $22 each. This event is from 2 - 4 pm at the Van Horne House.

Date: February 7th, 2016
Location: Historic Van Horne House
941 E. Main St., Bridgewater, NJ 08807
732-356-8856

Union County

Backyard Birding for Families – make a simple birdfeeder from recycled materials and learn how to identify birds (Families with children ages 5+, registration required) 10 - 11:30 am.

Date: February 6th, 2016
Location: Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Ave., Summit, NJ 07901
908-273-8787

Warren County

Make this Valentine's Day one to remember by spending it with someone special at Alba Vineyard. Two weekends to celebrate wine and romance and indulge in triple decadence, Wine, Chocolate, and Cheese. Treat your valentine to samples of award winning wines paired with exquisite chocolates, artisan cheeses, and wonderful culinary treats! We will feature local caterers who will offer samples of their amazing food specialties to pair with our wines. The tasting experience is $20 per person (21 and older), which includes samples of Alba's award winning wines, chocolates, food pairings, cellar tours, and an etched Alba wine glass. No Reservations.

Date: February 6th, 2016 - February 14th, 2016
Location: Alba Vineyard
269 Riegelsville Warren Glen Rd., Finesville, NJ 08848
908-995-7800

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