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The Jersey Express, ABA Basketball Team
Click here for full team Schedule
www.jerseyexpress.net
All Home Games played at Drew University, Madison Avenue, Madison |
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Weekend Events,
Saturday, December 1 — Sunday, December 3 |
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Deck the Halls
On Saturday, December 1, and Sunday, December 2, visitors can “Deck the Halls” with a weekend of nineteenth century holiday decorations and entertainment at historic Acorn Hall and Macculloch Hall. Shuttle service between the sites.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: noon to 7 p.m.
Admission: $10 adults, children under 12 are free
Location: Acorn Hall, 68 Morris Avenue, Macculloch
Hall, 45 Macculloch Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973.267.3465 or 973.538.2404
www.acornhall.org or www.maccullochhall.org |
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A Dickensian Christmas at Historic Speedwell
Charles Dickens, sometimes called the "Father of Christmas", published A Chrismtas Carol in 1843. Historic Speedwell recreates one of the most memorable scenes from the book, when Fezziwig's Ball is brought to life. Taste a variety of treats from the period, dance to period fiddle museic and meet "Old Fezziwig" himself as he presides over his annual ball. Visit the Vail Home decorated to the 1843 period and make a variety of period holiday crafts to take home. Admission is for both Historic Speedwell and Fosterfields.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: noon - 5pm
Fee: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $5 Children 4-16
Location: Historic Speedwell, 333 Speedwell
Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973.285.6550
www.speedwell.org |
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LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS
Day: Saturday
Admission: Fee
Time: 8 pm
Location: Pax Amicus Castle Theatre, 23 Lake Shore
Drive, Budd Lake
For more information: 973.691.2100
www.paxamicus.com
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Christmas At Craftsman Farms
Experience the beautiful holiday décor of Christmas 1915. “Mrs. Claus” visits the Log House from 11 to 2 P.M. Children can learn all about the origins of Mrs. Claus and other holiday rituals of the period. Holiday music from the period and light refreshments complete the six-day open house.
Days: Saturdays and Sundays
Time: 12 - 3 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Craftsman Farms, 2352 Rt. 10W at
Manor Lane, Morris Plains
For more information: 973.540.0311
www.stickleymuseum.org |
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16th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland
Gingerbread creations crafted by families, individuals, school classes and scout groups. This event has become a holiday tradition in Morris County.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 10 am to 5 pm daily;
Admission: Free
Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East
Avenue, Morris Township
For more information: 973.326.7601
www.arboretumfriends.org |
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Santa Claus Special
Bring the Kids and Ride the Train with Santa Claus.
Days: Sunday
Time: 1, 2, 3 & 4 pm
Admission: Adult: $12. Child (under 12): $8
Location: 1 Railroad Plaza, Route 10 West &
hippany Road, Whippany
For more information: 973.887.8177
www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net |
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Country Christmas
Celebrate the holidays as the Foster and Woods families did during the early 20th century! Delight in the festive decorations and cooking preparations at The Willows. Visit the Farmhouse to discover Christmas magic and excitement generated by the children in residence. Admission is for bothe Historic Speedwell and Fosterfields.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: Noon-4 pm
Admission:$10 Adults, $8 Seniors, $5 Children 4-16
Location: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm,
Kahdena Road, Morristown
For more information: 973.326.7645
www.morrisparks.net |
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Christmas at Headquarters
Christmas as we now celebrate it is quite different from that of 225 years ago. While December 25, 1779 was just another work day for the troops at Jockey Hollow and the officers at George Washington's Headquarters, the day was not without some observation and celebration. Costumed staff and volunteers from the Second New Jersey Regiment, Helms' Company will help you learn how some members of the Continental army spent Christmas 1779.
Days: Saturday
Time: 10-4 pm
Admission: Free
Location: Washington's Headquarters,
30 Washington Place, Morristown
For more information: 973.539.2016
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Hut Repair Work at Jockey Hollow
Costumed reenactors from the Second New Jersey Regiment, Helms' Company and other regiments will work on repairing Morristown National Historical Park's Jockey Hollow soldier huts.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 10-2 pm
Admission: Free
Location: Jockey Hollow, Tempe Wick Road,
Morristown
For more information: 973.539.2016
www.nps.gov/morr |
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Soy Andina
See the documentary film, Soy Andina: a film about Peru, dance and identity. Join director Mitch Teplitsky as he discusses the film and his experiences while making the documentary.
Days: Saturday
Time: 2 pm
Admission: $3/Members & $5/Non-members
Location: Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9
Main Street, Madison
For more information: 973-377-2982 x14
www.metc.org |
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Annual Festival of Trees
A unique and family-friendly way to launch the holiday season, SRC Festival of Trees "Holidays Around the World" features elaborately decorated holiday Trees in a Winter Wonderland Setting.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5
Admission: $5 adults/$3 seniors/kids 2-12
Location: Chester Firehouse, Hoffman Hall, Main Street, Chester
For more information: 908-879-2202
www.mcrchelps.org |
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Holiday Open House
Stop by and see the house as it might have been decorated when the Condit's lived there. There will be special Readings of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" at 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Enjoy light refreshments while helping the children make gingerbread houses or paper chains.
Days: Sunday
Time: 1 - 3 pm
Admission: Free
Location: The Condit House, North Beverwyck
Rd & Route 46 West
For more information: 973.428.0535
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Monday, December 4 - Thursday, December 6
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16th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland
Gingerbread creations crafted by families, individuals, school classes and scout groups. This event has become a holiday tradition in Morris County.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 10 am to 5 pm daily;
Admission: Free
Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East
Avenue, Morris Township
For more information: 973.326.7601
www.arboretumfriends.org |
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Annual Festival of Trees
A unique and family-friendly way to launch the holiday season, SRC Festival of Trees "Holidays Around the World" features elaborately decorated holiday Trees in a Winter Wonderland Setting.
Time: 10-5 pm
Admission: $5 adults/$3 seniors/kids 2-12
Location: Chester Firehouse, Hoffman Hall, Main Street, Chester
For more information: 908-879-2202
www.mcrchelps.org |
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Thursday, December 6
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Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Wild and Swingin' Holiday Party
Santa's gonna swing, baby, when Big Bad Voodoo Daddy throws a hip holiday big band blast that's sure to be the coolest concert of the season, daddy-o!
Time: 8 pm
Fee: $37-47
Location: The Community Theatre, 100 South St,
Morristown
For more information: 973-539-8008
www.mayoarts.org |
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Adult Craft Series - A Neat Little Package: Bow Making
Learn how to tie the perfect Holiday bow during this Adult Craft Series. Each participant receives instruction and all supplies needed to complete the project. Light refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required. Ages 16 & up.
Time: 6-8 pm
Fee: $8
Location: Historic Speedwell, 333 Speedwell
Avenue, Morristown
For more information: 973 285-6550
www.speedwell.org |
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Music at Noon
“A Selection of Christmas Organ Music, Old and New”
Time: 12:15 pm
Admission: Free
Location: United Methodist Church, 50 Park Place,
Morristown
For more information: 973.538.2132
www.morristownumc.com |
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Weekend Events,
Friday, December 7 — Sunday, December 9 |
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LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS
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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Christmas At Craftsman Farms
Experience the beautiful holiday décor of Christmas 1915. “Mrs. Claus” visits the Log House from 11 to 2 P.M. Children can learn all about the origins of Mrs. Claus and other holiday rituals of the period. Holiday music from the period and light refreshments complete the six-day open house.
Days: Saturdays and Sundays
Time: 12 - 3 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Craftsman Farms, 2352 Rt. 10W at
anor Lane, Morris Plains
For more information: 973.540.0311
www.stickleymuseum.org |
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Hanover Wind Symphony
A Christmas Spectacular!
Days: Sunday
Time: 3 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: Our Lady of Mercy Church, Whippany
Road, Whippany
For more information: 973.887.0050
www.hanoverwinds.org
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16th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland
Gingerbread creations crafted by families, individuals, school classes and scout groups. This event has become a holiday tradition in Morris County.
Days: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Time: 10 am to 5 pm daily; until 8 pm Fridays
Admission: Free
Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 53 East
Avenue, Morris Township
For more information: 973.326.7601
www.arboretumfriends.org |
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Holiday Crafts at Morristown
Days: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Time: 12-8 pm Friday, 10-8 Saturday and Sunday
Admission: $7
Location: Morristown Armory, Western Avenue,
Morristown
For more information: 973.455.0338
www.craftsatmorristown.com |
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Wynonna: "A Classic Christmas"
Wynonna spreads holiday cheer in her first-ever Christmas tour! Featuring soulful renditions of traditional classics like "White Christmas" and "Winter Wonderland," and her awe-inspiring version of "Ave Maria," this unforgettable performance will warm the heart and inspire the spirit.
Days: Friday
Time: 8 pm
Fee: $60-75
Location: The Community Theatre, 100 South St,
Morristown
For more information: 973.539.008
www.mayoarts.org |
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A Christmas Carol
The ghosts of Christmas past, present and future teach Ebenezer Scrooge a lesson in this jubilant holiday musical based on the Charles Dickens classic.
Days: Sunday
Time: 1:30 and 4:00 pm
Fee: $12
Location: The Community Theatre, 100 South
Street, Morristown
For more information: 973-539-8008
www.mayoarts.org |
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Annual Holiday Light Classics
This holiday concert features glorious music and angelic voices. Works include John William's Home Alone; Rimsky-Korsakov's Christmas Eve Polonaise; Siennicki's A Colonial Christmas; Stauss waltzes; Respighi; Bizet; Leroy Anderson and more. Pre-concert talk: The Joy of Music and The Music of Joy at 7 PM.
Days: Saturday
Time: 8 PM
Fee: $50, $40 & $27.50
Location: Community Theatre, 100 South Street,
Morristown
For more information: 973-539-8008
www.colonialsymphony.org |
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Santa Claus Special
Bring the Kids and Ride the Train with Santa Claus.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 1, 2, 3 & 4 pm
Admission: Adult: $12. Child (under 12): $8
Location: 1 Railroad Plaza, Route 10 West &
Whippany Road, Whippany
For more information: 973.887.8177
www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net |
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Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge by Christopher Durang
A hysterical parody of Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL written by an award winning playwright.
Days: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Time: 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm
Admission: $15
Location: Brundage Park Playhouse, Carrell
Road, Randolph
For more information: 973.989.7092
www.brundageparkplayhouse.org |
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King Homestead Christmas
Visit the King Store and King Homestead Museums to see what it was like almost 100 years ago, perhaps picking up something for the holidays at our Store. Meet our Santa Claus, in hand-made Victorian robes, who will be here for kids of all ages.
Days: Friday
Time: 6-9 pm
Admission: Free
Location: 209 Main Street, Ledgewood
For more information: 973.927.7603
www.RoxburyNewJersey.com |
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The Art of Containment; and Inclined to Recline: the Morris Chair
Glimpse a bygone era: visit the early 20th century King Store and follow the rehabilitation of King's late Victorian home. Two
exhibits: "the Art of Containment:" a sumptuous display of boxes, trunks, tins, biscuit barrels, and more---from inlaid wood to art glass; and "Inclined to Recline: the Morris Chair."
Days: Sunday
Time: 1-4 pm
Admission: Free
Location: 209 Main Street, Ledgewood
For more information: 973.927.7603
www.RoxburyNewJersey.com |
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Patriotic Christmas Trees
Christmas trees will be decorated as they were during four wars: the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and World Wars I and II, depicting how people managed to carry on and how they made do during times of stress, crisis and with shortages of materials. A Colonial tea will be served on both days with sandwiches, cookies and cakes of the period. A quilt will be raffled off, with proceeds to benefit the museum. Reservations are recommended.
Days: Sunday
Time: 1-5 pm
Admission: $15
Location: Schuyler Hamilton House, 5 Olyphant Place, Morristown
For more information: 973.267.4039
www.rootsweb.com/~njmcdar/
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Long Valley Historic House Tour
This self guided tour includes 8 sites. Please email info@wthsnj.org or call for ticket information.
Days: Saturday
Time: 11 am - 4 pm
Admission: $20
Location: Washington Twp. Historical Society
Museum, 6 Fairview Avenue, Long Valley
For more information: 908.876.9696
www.wthsnj.org
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The Folk Project-Minstrel Coffeehouse
Presents Chorus Song Night
Days: Friday
Time: 8 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy
Heights Road, Morristown
For more information: 973.335.9489
www.folkproject.org |
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Annual Festival of Trees
A unique and family-friendly way to launch the holiday season, SRC Festival of Trees "Holidays Around the World" features elaborately decorated holiday Trees in a Winter Wonderland Setting.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: Saturday 10-5, Sunday 12-5
Admission: $5 adults/$3 seniors/kids 2-12
Location: Chester Firehouse, Hoffman Hall, Main Street, Chester
For more information: 908-879-2202
www.mcrchelps.org |
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Thursday, December 13 |
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Clay Aiken Christmas with the Chelsea Symphony
Share some holiday cheer with this American Idol favorite who has become a music superstar in his own right.
Time: 8 pm
Fee: $55-95
Location: The Community Theatre, 100 South St,
Morristown
For more information: 973-539-8008
www.mayoarts.org |
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Music at Noon
The Mozart “Oboe Concerto” and Christmas Selections
Time: 12:15 pm
Admission: Free
Location: United Methodist Church, 50 Park
Place, Morristown
For more information: 973.538.2132
www.morristownumc.com |
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Weekend Events,
Friday, December 14— Sunday, December 16 |
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LAST OF THE RED HOT LOVERS
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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Christmas At Craftsman Farms
Experience the beautiful holiday décor of Christmas 1915. “Mrs. Claus” visits the Log House from 11 to 2 P.M. Children can learn all about the origins of Mrs. Claus and other holiday rituals of the period. Holiday music from the period and light refreshments complete the six-day open house.
Days: Saturdays and Sundays
Time: 12 - 3 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Craftsman Farms, 2352 Rt. 10W at
Manor Lane, Morris Plains
For more information: 973.540.0311
www.stickleymuseum.org |
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Tony Kenny's Christmas Time in Ireland
Irish showman Tony Kenny and a cast of singers and dancers take you on a magical journey to the Emerald Isle for a traditional Irish holiday celebration full of music and laughter.
Time: 8 pm
Fee: $32-47
Location: The Community Theatre, 100 South Street
Morristown
For more information: 973-539-8008
www.mayoarts.org
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Annual Holiday Spectacular
The wonderful sounds of the Morris Choral Society and their special guest stars.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 8 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: The Bickford Theatre, 6 Normandy
Heights Rd., Morristown
For more information: 973.971.3706
www.bickfordtheatre.org
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Santa Claus Special
Bring the Kids and Ride the Train with Santa Claus.
Days: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 1, 2, 3 & 4 pm
Admission: Adult: $12. Child (under 12): $8
Location: 1 Railroad Plaza, Route 10 West &
Whippany Road, Whippany
For more information: 973.887.8177
www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net |
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Mrs. Bob Cratchit's Wild Christmas Binge
by Christopher Durang
A hysterical parody of Dickens' A CHRISTMAS CAROL written by an award winning playwright.
Days: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Time: 8 pm, Sunday 2 pm
Admission: $15
Location: Brundage Park Playhouse, Carrell
Road, Randolph
For more information: 973.989.7092
www.brundageparkplayhouse.org |
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Patriotic Christmas Trees
Christmas trees will be decorated as they were during four wars: the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and World Wars I and II, depicting how people managed to carry on and how they made do during times of stress, crisis and with shortages of materials. A Colonial tea will be served on both days with sandwiches, cookies and cakes of the period. A quilt will be raffled off, with proceeds to benefit the museum. Reservations are recommended.
Days: Sunday
Time: 1-5 pm
Admission: $15
Location: Schuyler Hamilton House, 5 Olyphant Place, Morristown
For more information: 973.267.4039
www.rootsweb.com/~njmcdar/ |
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Lessons and Carols--The Music of Michael Praetorius
Carol settings for Advent, Christmas, the New Year and Epiphany are sung by the church Chamber Singers and accompanied by the Early Music Players performing on Renaissance-style instruments. This complete telling of the Nativity story was composed by early 17th century composer, Michael Praetorius.
Days: Sunday
Time: 4 pm
Admission: free
Location: The Chapel of The Presbyterian Church, Park Place, Morristown
For more information: 973-538-1776 www.pcmorristown.org |
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Thursday, December 20
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Music at Noon
Christmas Singers
Time: 12:15 pm
Admission: Free
Location: United Methodist Church, 50 Park Place,
Morristown
For more information: 973.538.2132
www.morristownumc.com |
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Weekend Events
Friday, December 21- Sunday, December 23 |
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A Celtic Christmas
This popular annual tradition offers hymn singing, a liturgy of light, readings from each of seven Celtic nations, visual displays and photos and the sounds of Celtic lands, all performed on authentic instruments such as bagpipes, whistles, fiddles and percussion. Special guest, Aideen O'Donnell, internationally acclaimed Irish harpist.
Days: Sunday
Time: 4 pm
Admission: Free
Location: The Chapel of The Presbyterian Church
Park Place, Morristown
For more information: 973.538.1776
www.pcmorristown.org
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Thursday, December 27
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Bayer’s Children Theatre
Buboons Tunes a high energy extravaganza for family audiences.
Time: 11 am & 1:30 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: The Bickford Theatre, 6 Normandy Heights
Rd., Morristown
For more information: 973.971.3706
www.morrismuseum.org |
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Weekend Events
Friday, December 28— Sunday, December 30
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Bayer’s Children Theatre
Robert the Bear Who Went to the Mall. A musical about a bear bored with his life in the woods who decides to leave the world of nature and into the exciting world of people.
Days: Friday
Time: 11 am & 1:30 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: The Bickford Theatre, 6 Normandy Heights
Rd., Morristown
For more information: 973.971.3706
www.morrismuseum.org |
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Bayer’s Children Theatre
Rick Adams Holiday Parade. Enjoy this one man winter treat of juggling, skits, songs and more. For ages 5-9.
Days: Saturday
Time: 11 am & 1:30 pm
Admission: Fee
Location: The Bickford Theatre, 6 Normandy
Heights Rd., Morristown
For more information: 973.971.3706
www.morrismuseum.org |
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The Folk Project-Minstrel Coffeehouse
Presents Legend of the early Folk Revival Jean Ritchie
Days: Friday
Time: 8 pm
Admission: $7
Location: Unitarian Fellowship, 21 Normandy
Heights Road, Morristown
For more information: 973.335.9489
www.folkproject.org |
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Monday, December 31
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First Night Morris County
Join us for our 16th year of ringing in the New Year with first class performances of music, dance, theatre and comedy for all ages. This alcohol-free, family-friendly event takes place in venues throughout Downtown Morristown. With fireworks shows at 9:15 and midnight. Performances are indoors, and shuttle service is available. Rain, snow or shine!
Time: 7 pm - Midnight
Admission: $15 in advance, $18 at the door. Family
4-pack is $50 if purchased before 12/31.
Location: 26 venues in Morristown!
For more information: 973-455-0708
www.firstnightmorris.com |
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