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Treasures from the Collection
This exhibit displays a vast variety chosen for their value, beauty and eccentricity from the Morris County Historical Society's extensive collections.
Admission: Fee
Location: Acorn Hall
68 Morris Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973.267.3465
www.acornhall.org
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The Splendors of Silver
Shows how silver has played a significant function in society for centuries.
Admission: Fee
Location: Macculloch Hall
45 Macculloch Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973.538.2404
www.maccullochhall.org
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200 Years of Dolls
An exhibit of antique through modern day dolls and miniatures.
Admission: Fee
Location: Schuyler Hamilton House
5 Olyphant Place, Morristown
For more information: 973.539.7502
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Guided Garden Tours
This is a weekend event from now through September. Tours feature plants that grew during that week and the Home Demonstration Gardens.
Time: 2 pm
Admission: Free
Location: The Frelinghuysen Arboretum
55 E. Hanover Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973.326.7601
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Gerberich’s Gadgetry: Art That Moves
An exhibition of mechanical wonders! Until August 12th.
Admission: Fee
Location: Morris Museum
6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown
For more information: 973.971.3700
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Farmers Markets:
Boonton
Upper Plane Street Parking Lot
Saturday 9 am – 1 pm
East Hanover
Lurker’s Park, Ridgedale Avenue
Monday Noon – 6 pm
Madison
Madison High School
Thursday 2 pm – 7 pm
Morris Plains
Speedwell Avenue
Saturday 9 am – 2 pm
Morristown
Spring Street and Morris Avenue
Sunday, 8:30 am – 2 pm
Netcong
Main Street and Route 46
Saturday 9 am – 2 pm
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Wednesday, August 1 |
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Masterwork Chorus
Summer Sings: Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis!
Time: 7:30 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Xavier Center, College of St. Elizabeth
Rt. 124, Convent Station
For more information: 973.455.7008
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Thursday, August 2 |
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National Clown Day
Fun with Clowns!!!
Time: 10-5pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Community Children’s Museum
7 E. Blackwell, Dover
For more information: 973.366.9060
www.communitychildrensmuseum.org
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Coronet Band
Enjoy an evening of Marches with the Bloomingdale Coronet Band. Bring a chair and blanket.
Time: 8 pm
Admission: Free
Location: Borough Park
Park Place & Main Street, Butler
For more information: 973.296.569
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Weekend Events,
Friday, August 3 — Sunday, August 5 |
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The Folk Project-Minstrel Coffee House
Presents Danny Schmidt
Day: Friday
Time: 8 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Morristown Unitarian Fellowship
21 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown
For more information: 973.335.9489
www.folkproject.org
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Into the Woods
Classic fairy tales woven together.
Days: Friday and Saturday
Admission: Fee
Location: Brundage Park Playhouse
502 Millbrook Avenue, Randolph
For more information: 973.989.7092
www.brundageparkplayhouse.org
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Courthouse Walking Tour
This guided walking tour explores the trial of Antoine Le Blanc. Reservations are required.
Day: Saturday
Time: 10 am
Admission: $10
Location: 6 Court Street, Morristown
For more information: 973.631.5151
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The Odd Couple
The female version of Neil Simon’s comic masterpiece.
Day: Saturday
Time: 8 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Pax Amicus Castle Theatre
23 Lake Shore Drive, Budd Lake
For more information:973.691.2100
www.paxamicus.com
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Peach Festival and Country Auction
Day: Saturday
Time: 10 - 4 pm
Admission: Free
Location: Community Presbyterian
Church, 220 Main Street Chester
For more information: 908.879.5091
www.cpcnj.net
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Memories of Elvis
This performance starring Tony Grova, is the closest you will get to an Elvis Concert!
Day: Saturday
Time: 8 pm
Admission: Adults $25, Senior and Child $15
Location: Camp Jefferson Amphitheatre
81 Weldon Rd., Lake Hopatcong
For more information: 973.663.5590
www.jeffersontownship.net
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Curators Tour
Take a special in depth tour of the current exhibit with the Museum curator.
Day: Saturday
Time: 1 pm
Admission: Fee
LocatiCraftson: The Museum of Early Trades &
9 Main St. Madison
For more information: 973.377.2982
metc.org
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Blizzle Music Festival
The Blair Reinhardt Band, John Taglieri, Pat McGee Band, Stephen Kellogg & the Sixers and more! Benefit concert.
Day: Saturday
Time: 4 pm (doors) 5pm (show)
Admission: $29.50
Location: Mennen Arena
161 E. Hanover Avenue, Morristown
For more information:
www.ticketweb.com
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Tuesday, August 7 |
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The Bald Soprano
One of the worlds most celebrated absurdist comedies by the author of Rhinoceros, Eugene Ionesco
Performances: August 7-26, Tuesday through Sunday
Check for Times
Admission: $28-$52
Location: Shakespeare Theatre
36 Madison Avenue, Madison
For more information: 973.408.5600
www.shakespearenj.org
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National Night Out
FREE hot dogs, ice skating, give aways and rockin’ music.
Time: 5-9 pm
Admission: Free
Location: Mennen Sports Arena, Hanover Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973.326.7632
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Wednesday, August 8 |
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Masterwork Chorus' Summer Sings
Faure’s Requiem and Cantique de Jean Racine Mozart’s Requiem and Brahms’ Nanie.
Time: 7:30 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Xavier Center, College of St. Elizabeth
Rt. 124, Convent Station
For more information: 973.455.7008
www.masterwork.org
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St. Hubert’s Ice Cream Social
Don’t forget to bring your canine buddy! Proceeds to help homeless pets.
Time: 6:30-8pm
Admission: Fee
Location: 575 Woodland Avenue, Madison
For more information: 973.377.2295
www.sthuberts.org
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Weekend Events,
Friday, August 10 — Sunday, August 12 |
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Antique and Classic Car Show
Entertainment, food vendors, arts & crafts, merchandise vendors and more! (rain date 8/15)
Day: Saturday
Time: 4 - 8 pm
Admission: Free for spectators
Location: Main Street, Boonton
For more information: 973.257.9107
www.boontonmainstreet.org
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Churches of Morristown Walking Tour
This guided walking tour explores 6 different Morristown Churches. Reservations required.
Day: Saturday
Time: 10 am
Admission: $10
Location: 6 Court Street, Morristown
For more information: 973.631.5151
www.morristourism.org
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An Afternoon with Samuel F.B. Morse
Presented by American Historical Theater, spend the afternoon with Samuel Morse as he discusses his art careeer and the development of the telegraph, including his days spent at Speedwell working with Alfred Vail.
Days: Sunday
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Historic Speedwell, Speedwell Avenue,
Morristown
For more information: 973.540.0211
www.morrisparks.net
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Tomato Day
Explore and celebrate the tomato.
Time: 1-4 pm
Admission: Free
Location: The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 Hanover Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973.631.5396 www.morrisparks.net
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Tuesday, August 14 |
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Fashion Show
To benefit the United Way of Morris County programs for children and youth. Raffles and entertainment.
Time: 6:30 pm
Admission: $40 before 8/6, $50 after 8/6
Location: The Shoppes at Union Hill
Rt. 10 W, Denville
For more information: 973.993.1160
www.uwmorris.org
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Weekend Events,
Friday, August 17 — Sunday, August 19 |
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Black River Music & Art Fest
Three stages of live music including rock, folk and country as well as art exhibits and displays.
Da y: Saturday, August 18 (Rain Date August 19)
Time: 10:30 am - 6 pm
Admission: Free
Location: Chester
For more information: 908.879.4814
www.blackrivermusicfest.com
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The Folk Project-Minstrel Coffee House
Presents the Kennedys
Day: Friday
Time: 8:30 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Morristown Unitarian Fellowship
21 Normandy Hts. Rd., Morristown
For more information: 973.335.9489
www.folkproject.org
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Ice Cream Social
Enjoy a delicious ice cream sundae and participate in fun, games and crafts.
Days: Saturday
Time: 1-3 pm
Admission: $5
Location: Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
9 Main Street, Madison
For more information: 973.377.2982
www.metc.org
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Aicardi Syndrome Foundation Benefit Concert
Second Annual Benefit Concert is scheduled featuring “Frankie Goes to Englewood” and other bands. Food and soda will be available.
Days: Saturday
Time: 12-6pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Rainbow Lakes Park & Ball Field, Denville
For more information: 973.586.2968 www.aicardisyndrome.org
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Wednesday, August 22 |
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St. Hubert’s Ice Cream Social
Don’t forget to bring your canine buddy! Proceeds to help homeless pets.
Time: 6:30-8pm
Admission: Fee
Location: 575 Woodland Avenue, Madison
For more information: 973.377.2295
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Bridal Expo
Final Morris County Show of the year features a final opportunity to plan the perfect wedding.
Time: 6:30-9:30 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Parsippany Holiday Inn, 707 Rt. 46, Parsippany
For more information: 973.546.1503 www.bridaltradeshows.com |
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Saturday, August 25 |
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Flour Power
Watch as the power of the Black River is harnessed by the Fitz waterwheel! Tour the mill to see how its machinery grinds grains into flour. Find out how much flour the mill can produce in one day!
Time: 11 am – 3:30 pm
Location: Cooper Mill, County Route 513, Chester
Admission: Fee
For more information: 908-879-5463
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
A timeless story with a happy ending.
Time: 11:00 am
Admission: $12
Location: Pax Amicus,
23 Lake Shore Drive, Budd Lake
For more information: 973.691.2100
www.paxamicus.com
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Friday, August 31 |
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The Folk Project–Minstrel Coffee House
Presents Dugan’s Hooligan’s family Celtic band
Time: 8 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Morristown Unitarian Fellowship
21 Normandy Hts. Rd., Morristown
For more information: 973.335.9489
www.folkproject.org
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