Mar. 18-20 events: The best things to do this weekend in NJ
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!
Big Joe Henry takes his show on the road to Hooters of Lawrenceville! He’ll broadcast the Big Show Friday, March 18th starting at 7pm complete with Jersey’s Favorite Hits, along with the best wings in town!
Date: March 18th, 2016
Location: Hooters of Lawrenceville
400 Mercer Mall, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
ATLANTIC COUNTY
Bay Atlantic Symphony, Jed Gaylin (conductor), Ruotao Mao (violin): Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35; Mento: Algonquian Dreamcatcher; Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a. Pre-Concert Conversation with the Maestro one hour prior to performance.
Date: March 20th, 2016
Location: Stockton University Performing Arts Center
101 Vera King Farris Dr., Galloway Township, NJ 08205
CAPE MAY COUNTY
New Mystery in 2016! Join Sherlock Holmes and his partner, Dr. Watson for a weekend of mystery and intrigue. Stalk the gaslit streets in search of clues and compete for the $250 grand prize and a variety of other valuable gifts as you attempt to solve the mystery. Full weekend packages are available for $200 per couple or $105 per person and include the welcome reception, performances, tour, luncheon and gift. Weekend overnight packages are also available. The Search for Clues tour on Saturday, March 19, 2016 can be purchased separately.
Date: March 18th, 2016 - March 20th, 2016
Location: Inn of Cape May
7 Ocean St., Cape May, NJ 08204
CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Bay Atlantic Symphony, Jed Gaylin (conductor), Ruotao Mao (violin): Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35; Mento: Algonquian Dreamcatcher; Brahms: Variations on a Theme by Haydn, Op. 56a. Pre-Concert Conversation with the Maestro one hour prior to performance.
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: Cumberland County College, Frank Guaracini, Jr. Fine & Performing Arts Center
College Dr., Vineland, NJ 08360
BURLINGTON COUNTY
Take a small group, driving tour throughout the NJ Pine Barrens to revisit the places made famous by author and journalist John McPhee is his seminal book "The Pine Barrens," which served as a catalyst for protection of this unique ecological area. The tour is led by Barbara Solem, author of The Forks: A Brief History of the Area, Ghost Towns and Other Quirky Places in the New Jersey Pine Barrens and Batsto Village: Jewel of the Pines.
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: Pinelands Adventures
1005 Atsion Rd., Shamong, NJ 08088
The great hearth at Peachfield houses colonial era cooking utensils and implements necessary for building a fire. Andirons, dutch oven, billows, colonial toaster and egg cooker are just a few of the many hearth tools features at this event. Use of these items in Colonial times will be demonstrated. Demonstrations and tours will be held at noon and 2 pm. Reservations are recommended. Admission is free, good will donations are greatly appreciated.
Date: March 20th, 2016
Location: Peachfield
180 Burrs Rd., Westampton, NJ 08060
ESSEX COUNTY
A winning family production based on Dr. Seuss' beloved book, Childsplay's Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat is full of non-stop antics, from the minute Sally and her brother open the door to the most mischievous cat they will ever meet. Suddenly, the rainy afternoon is transformed by the Cat and his antics. Will their house ever be the same? Can the kids clean up before Mom comes home? With some tricks (and a fish) and Thing Two and Thing One, with the Cat in the Hat, the fun's never done!
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC)
1 Center St., Newark, NJ 07102
Join us for a FREE Artist Talk event in the SOPAC Loft. Spirited is a celebration of the energy, enthusiasm and determination of character, outlook and mood beyond the perceived limitations, and often opposing ideals, of nature vs. nurture.
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: South Orange Performing Arts Center
1 Sopac Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
MERCER COUNTY
Start Your Family Tradition With Us! One of our favorite seasons is right around the corner. Hip hop hooray, Easters on its way! So, lets get crackin. It's time to dust off your favorite basket, and come join us at Oasis Family Farm, for a memorable and fun-filled Eggs-travaganza, that the entire family will enjoy! Our classic holiday songs are sure to keep you warm and fuzzy, while the kids hippity hop all around, looking for Easter eggs hidden on the ground! Bring the kids to the farm to meet, and take pictures with, the Easter Bunny and his friends. Dates: March 19, 20, 25 & 26 (SNOW DATES: April 2 & 3) Times: 10 am , 11 am, 1 pm, 2 pm & 3 pm
Date: March 19th, 2016 - March 26th, 2016
Location: Oasis Family Farm
3 Circle Dr., Robbinsville, NJ 08691
The SMASH series builds on our popular Super Science festival and offers a new series of four events throughout the year! Each SMASH event will focus on particular areas and illustrate the multidisciplinary connections between the Museum's collections and the various STEM topics. March 19th - Art & Engineering are beautifully intertwined! Held in conjunctions with NJ Makers Day.
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: New Jersey State Museum
205 W. State St., Trenton, NJ 08625
MONMOUTH COUNTY
Parade begins at 2 pm from Huddy Park, Bay and Waterwitch Aves. Competition of Floats, many giveaways, 12 Pipe & Drum Bands, Irish Dancers and more. Visit all Highlands establishments for parade specials and festivities.
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: Huddy Park
Bay Ave. & Waterwitch Ave., Highlands, NJ 07732
All are welcome to this family friendly indoor mall art/craft/gift fair with local and regional vendors with handmade crafts and unique items.
Date: March 16th, 2016 - March 20th, 2016
Location: Freehold Raceway Mall
3710 Rt. 9, Freehold, NJ 07728
MORRIS COUNTY
The artists in Green from the Get Go take inspiration from nature and the history of basketry. The exhibition will feature more than 40 works by artists from Canada, Europe, Japan, Scandinavia and the US, featuring innovators in the genre of 20th-century art basketry as well as emerging talents. "Artists and craftspeople have always been highly attuned to the beauty and resources of the natural world, whether depicting a pristine landscape, untouched by man or harvesting plants and minerals for pigments and brushes," writes one of the exhibition curators, Jane Milosch, Office of the Under Secretary for History, Art and Culture, the Smithsonian. Tuesday - Saturday, 11 am - 5 pm. Sunday, Noon - 5 pm.
Date: March 19th, 2016 - June 26th, 2016
Location: Morris Museum
6 Normandy Heights Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960
OCEAN COUNTY
The Irish & Country & Bluegrass Music Show is an annual event showcasing a night of Irish, country & bluegrass music. This show will be a live stage concert presented in the new Albert Music Hall building. Come and share the beauty of the Emerald isle through its music and be welcomed by our Irish greeter who will share good luck with all visitors. Appearing: Ballyhaunis Step Dancers and lots of Irish country and bluegrass music. Admission $5 adults. No reserve seats. Tickets are purchased at the door. Doors open at 6 pm and show starts at 7:30 pm.
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: Albert Music Hall
131 Wells Mills Rd. (Rt 532), Waretown, NJ 08758
SUSSEX COUNTY
Join us for our Annual Snow Plow Luau Pond Skim! The most anticipated event of the Spring is back and better than ever. This event is open to both skiers and snowboarders. So put on those awesome costumes, hula skirts, coconut bras and join us for some fun in the sun! Pond Skim, great food from the outdoor BBQ all day, live music and Corona specials all adds up to a fantastic party! Stay tuned for the link to register for the Pond Skim!
Date: March 19th, 2016
Location: Mountain Creek
200 Rt. 94, Vernon, NJ 07462
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