Sunday, October 7, 2018 - Sunday, March 17, 2019. Treasures from the National Music Museum. Forget everything you think you know about the trumpet, the best-known member of the brasswind family. Trumpet-like musical instruments appear across time and cultures in surprising shapes, sizes, and features, from the conch-shell trumpet to the didgeridoo, from the valveless natural trumpet to the keyed bugle, from the Swiss alphorn to the s-shaped serpent.  By special arrangement with the National Music Museum, America’s preeminent collection of historic musical instruments, this exhibit of more than forty musical instruments, including audio and video demonstrations, will delight young and old, student and connoisseur. Museum Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM to 5:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM to 5:00PM. 2nd and 3rd Thursday 11:00AM to 8:00PM. The Museum is closed on Mondays. Cost: Museum Members: FREE; Non-members: Museum Admission.

Can sound be an artistic medium? Sound artists use technology, such as recording equipment and audio devices, to manipulate, restructure, and re-present auditory sensations in creative ways.This exhibition features two immersive, interactive installations: "Fever Songs" where 10 audio speakers respond to movement around the room. And "The Voyage Out" where visitors activate a kinetic sculpture.

In this exhibition, take a closer look into the lives of volunteer and full time firefighters who make it their profession to put the safety of others above their own.

NJ Audubon: 2019 Summer Camps with Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary -- Early Bird Discounts! Early Bird Discounts, pre-care, and extended post-care now available Summer Nature Camp registration is now open at NJ Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary (SHWS) for a range of exciting and educational camps that help connect children to nature. Camps are available for children aged four through 15 (or entering 10th grade in the Fall) and begin June 24, running through August 30, 2019. Early Bird discounts are available until midnight on March 15, 2019 and this year SHWS is extending post-care hours to 5:30pm, as well as offering pre-care (8:30am to 9:00am) for the first time. NJ Audubon has a long history of connecting children of all ages with nature by exploring, discovering and enjoying our local forests, fields, streams, ponds and beaches, across three venues at Bernardsville, Blairstown and Barnegat Bay. NJ Audubon staff are committed to guiding children in outdoor adventures that foster a deeper connection with the natural world and that are engaging, fun, and support STEM learning through hands-on experiences. The NJA summer education team is highly trained and provides additional educators and counselors to maintain optimal teacher child ratios. In 2018, hundreds of children attended New Jersey Audubon’s summer camps state-wide, and experienced nature in countless fun-filled ways. When surveyed about their child’s 2018 camp experiences, fully 100% of parents agreed that their child was “more aware of nature” after attending camp. Additionally, 98% said their child was “more respectful of living things in nature”, and 84% said their child is “more interested in science.” Session Details Pre-school Camp: 9am to noon (4 days) – 1 camp starting July 1 Day Camps: 9am to 3:30pm (5 days, pre- and post-care available) – 18 camps, starting June 24 Overnight Camps: 24 hours. (5 days) -- 4 camps, starting June 24 Cost Pre-school Camp (age 4 to 6): $125/week ($130/week if booked after March 15) Day Camps (Grades 1 thru 6): $330/week ($345/week if booked after March 15) Overnight Camps: (Grades 6 thru 10): $675/week For individual camp details, and registration https://njaudubon.org/places-to-visit/scherman-hoffman-wildlife-sanctuary/#summer-camp

Speakeasy Art Gallery will be celebrating their 10 year milestone with the exhibit, "These Walls Can Talk" opening Friday, February 1st. The exhibit will showcase one piece of art from each artist who has had a solo exhibit at the gallery. Opening reception Friday, February 1st from 6-9pm. On January 23, 2009 Speakeasy Art Gallery opened it's doors to it's brick and mortar gallery in Boonton, NJ. Previously, owner and founder Paul Jach was curating pop-up shows at lounges, clubs and bars in NYC and Northern NJ, which is where the name originated. Paul partnered in the gallery located in Boonton with art consultant and installer, Michael Paquette. At the time of the grand opening it was the height of the great recession and Boonton had a lot of empty store fronts. Cautiously, they signed a 6 month lease to see how it went. Bucking the trend of most new and established businesses at the time, the gallery flourished. After two years, Paul and Michael found that they had different visions of how they saw the gallery evolving. So they amicably parted ways, Michael remained in the original space and opened Gallery Paquette while Paul moved Speakeasy Art Gallery across the street to it's new location where it has remained for the last eight years. At that point, Paul's wife Kristy Brucale Jach came on board as the co-owner of the gallery. The gallery has always aimed to exhibit art that is new, interesting and out of the ordinary. Paul was always drawn to the aesthetic of publications such as Hi Fructose and Juxtapoz. He wanted to fill a void with a gallery that exhibited work of this kind in Northern New Jersey. Artists working in this style from the area and as far as Japan have become a part of Speakeasy Art Gallery's impressive stable of artists. They have done close to 30 solo shows and over 50 exhibits all together. The gallery was instrumental in establishing a first Friday event in Boonton, holding there opening receptions on that day each month. The gallery and it's owners have received many accolades over the past decade including being voted the Best Gallery in Morris County multiple years by publications such as the Daily Record and Morris/Essex Health & Life. In 2013 the Boonton Main Street organization named Speakeasy Art Gallery "Business of the year". The Morris County Arts Council, Morris Arts, awarded Paul & Kristy the "Outstanding Professional in the Arts" award in 2014, that same year they also received "Citizens of the Year" honors from the Town of Boonton. The gallery owners are proud of what they have accomplished in the past 10 years, providing a venue for emerging and established artists to exhibit their work and nurturing the next generation of artists with their classes. They are now excited to move into their second decade, continuing to push the envelope of what can be shown in a gallery in New Jersey! Participating artists include: Christine Wagner Michael Teters Ryan Ganley Rob Barth JMR Peet Sketches Francesca Azzara Tom Shelton Amy Puccio Toni Silber-Delerive Rob Hessler Jan Huling Tricia Zimic C. Spliedt Anthony Weird Eye One Mike Moran Betty McGeehan Dave Calver Mike Bell Kelly Vetter Kasey Tararuj Jenna Morello Bill Ross Elisabeth Ladwig Jim Somers Justin Long Dion Hitchings Adam Gustavson Ezerd

This Valentine’s Day give her the gift that vibrates with Love. Enjoy a Valentine’s Romantic Getaway at the Holiday Inn & Suites – Parsippany NJ. Package includes; overnight accommodations, room decorated with silk rose petals and Hershey Kisses. Enjoy a house wine or beer for two at our Cuba Mia Restaurant – Latin Bistro & Lounge. Share some chocolate covered strawberries and toast each other with Champagne. Taste the different breakfast selections offered with our Full American buffet breakfast. Sleep in late, check out is at 4:00 pm or stay another night at a 40% discount. Package starts at $159.00 plus tax. Restrictions; Packages are for two guests only, ID required at check-in and guests under 21 will receive a non-alcoholic Champagne.

~ Whisk your Valentine away on a staycation to Hilton Parsippany ~ Over the week of Valentine's Day, you can enjoy special themed cocktails in the Apotheca Bar. After that, why not treat your Valentine to a sumptuous dinner at on in-house Ruth's Chris Steak House?    

Tom Stockmann, a geologist, discovers dangerous water pollution in the springs, a resort that recently opened in his Norwegian town. In Tom's mind, the solution is clear: inform the public and close the resort to prevent a crisis. With ripped-from-the-headlines relevance, this high-intensity drama is powerful investigation of ambition, integrity and price we apy for truth.

NJ Audubon: Nature Infused Yoga: Winter/Spring Series Led by Kristin Mylecraine, Yoga Teacher and NJ Audubon Senior Research Scientist Yoga is a great way to relax, connect with yourself, and increase flexibility and strength. Explore the connections between yoga and nature in this 75-minute class. No experience necessary; all levels welcome. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring a yoga mat if you have one (some will be provided.) This class will be held weekly from 2/16/19 to 4/6/19. When Saturdays, February 16, through April 6, 2019 (9:30am to 10:45am). Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 Cost & Registration Cost for all 8 classes: $88 members, $112 non-members. Cost per class: $12 members, $15 non-members. To register for the full 8-week session, registration is required prior to the first class. You may register for a single class. Walk-ins are welcome. Minimum age: 15 years.

NJ Audubon: The Great Backyard Bird Count 2019 Family Program at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary Join us for the Great Backyard Bird Count, a global citizen science program for counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of bird populations. Anyone can take part in the Great Backyard Bird Count, from beginning bird watchers to experts. Staff and participants will be counting the birds that come to our bird-feeding station right outside the windows of our Nature Store. Watch from the comfort of a chair inside our store. We will have binoculars to borrow. Arrive anytime and spend as much time as you like. At the end we’ll collect and submit our data. When Saturday, February 16, 2019 (10:00am to 4:00pm) Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 Cost Free

NJ Audubon: Digital Photography Workshop 6 - Double Header! Creating Art with Your Camera/Beyond the Snapshot Workshop led by David DesRochers and Jack Moskowitz, NJ Audubon Associate Naturalists Creating Art with Your Camera: "Imagination is the faculty or action of forming new ideas, images or concepts of external objects not present to the senses." During Creating Art with Your Camera, David DesRochers will discuss new ways to see and capture a variety of subjects by using techniques such as motion blur, multiple exposure, and lens zoom. Searching for and capturing subjects that are often overlooked or seldom seen will also be covered. Beyond the Snapshot: Taking your photography from ordinary to extraordinary! Do you want people who look at your pictures say “Wow!”? Do you want your competition images to get 9’s instead of 8’s? Jack Moskowitz will describe the image capture, composition, and post-processing techniques that make an image more than just a snapshot. When Saturday, February 16, 2019 (1:00pm to 3:30pm) Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 Cost & Registration $12 members, $25 non-members. Please call 908-396-6386 to register by February 15, 2019.

Calling all pooches! Grab your family and a leash, and c’mon out to the CMA for a much-needed, mid-winter hike. We know you’re ready to get some fresh air and sniff new smells. This is your day! We only ask that you play nice with other dogs, remain on your leash for the full hike, and ask your humans to bring you some water in case you get thirsty, and clean up after you. There is a limit of 15 pups (but no limit on the number of humans) so shake a leg and register today! This event is free for GSWA members, non-members: suggested donation of $10 for adults 18+, $5 for children 6-17 years. Registration is required. Register online at GreatSwamp.org or call 973-538-3500.

This flower never wilts, this heart will never break. Romantic and colorful, these solid or blown pieces will be an enduring symbol of friendship and love created by you with the help of our talented instructors. In this quick 30-minute workshop, each participant will make at least one special heart or flower.

Come Contra Dance with caller Paul Morris and Wry Bred with Julie Sorcek on flute and saxophone, Mickey Koth on fiddle and Robert Messore on guitar. Join us for an evening of lively music and great fun dancing… Contras. Beginner’s workshop at 7:30 PM. Dance follows 8 PM - 11 PM. Just listening to the band is worth the admission, and listeners are always welcome.

Morris County Historical Society exhibit highlights more than 50 years of cultural history through nearly 100 pieces from its historic textile collection and how changes in clothing styles mirrored the social climate of their time with a focus on New Jersey history.  Open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 am to 4 pm and Sundays 1 pm to 4 pm. Note:  2018 Holiday Closings:  Sundays-Dec 23 and 30 & Wednesdays-Dec 26 and Jan 2

The Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra is renowned worldwide for its interpretation of classical symphony repertoire. ZHANG Guoyong, conductor HUA Hui, violin Repertoire: Verdi: Nabucco-Overture Zhanhao & Gang: Butterfly Lovers Concerto Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5 in D Minor

Join Miss Jenn for a fun day on the farm on kids day off from school. Kids will enjoy listening to a story, making a craft, and having a delicious snack on the farm. Open to children ages 5-11. Two sessions available: morning: 10 am - 11 am or afternoon: 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm.

Washington Association of New Jersey invites you to their Annual Meeting and Luncheon with guest speaker Dr. Carol Berkin. She will discuss how George Washington counted on women to serve the cause and their role in the American Revolution.

Join Claudia Lemmerz from "Touch the Music" as she presents a patriotic program with musical instruments for Presidents' Day.

This special one day camp will explore the many things that inspired children in the 1800s and we will look at the ways they added their individual creativity to clothing, blankets and other textiles. Participants will draw inspiration from the quilts, embroidery and lace in our exhibits, to express their own creativity for an afternoon! The program is for grades K-5. The cost is $10 per child and $8 for Members. Registration is required and available online at http://www.metc.org/register-kids-mini-camp/.

Join historian Joel Farkus for a look at the American Revolution as seen through the eyes of the artists who chronicled the founding of our country. Discover more about the artists themselves, as well as select paintings, poetry, music, and more!

PELA is a free, caring and gentle support group for Parents Enduring Loss from an Addiction. PELA is facilitated by Charlie Berman, a Licensed Professional Counselor who is also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month.

All 37 plays in 97 minutes! Join these madcap men in tights as they weave their wicked way through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories and tragedies in one wild and memorable ride that leaves audiences breathless and helpless with laughter.

Legendary writer James Baldwin began "Remember this House" in the early 1980s. The novel was to be a revolutionary and personal account of the lives and assassinations of three of his friends; Medgar Evers, Malcolm X, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In 1987, Baldwin died unexpectedly having completed only 30 pages of the project. "I Am Not Your Negro" is filmmaker Raoul Peck's creative interpretation of how Baldwin would have finished the novel.

Todd Dennison has been the go-to guy when it came to supporting his fellow musicians. Todd has prodigious guitar and vocal and song writing skills and it's time he had a show of his own at the Minstrel. He and his various musical collaborators will make this a brilliant evening of music.

Paint your own gourd birdhouse for the cavity-nesting birds returning from their winter homes this spring. Bonnie, a retired art teacher with 40 years of experience, will give a demonstration on painting technique, and help you along with your painting.  We'll start our program with a short presentation about gourds and how to grow them.  Hang your decorative gourd birdhouse in your backyard, and enjoy watching the new resident raise their young! Workshop led by Bonnie O’Connor, Art Teacher, and Stephanie Punnett, Program Director Cost $17 per gourd (members), $24 per gourd (non-members) Registration is required by February 20, 2019. Please call 908-396-6386 to register.

Debussy’s impressionist cello sonata and Brahms’s magisterial string sextet are accompanied by a colorful clarinet trio by the Armenian Aram Khachaturian and a significant addition to the piano quintet repertoire by Welshman Huw Watkins. A cast of powerhouse players promises an unforgettable performance. GILLES VONSATTEL, Piano PAUL HUANG, Violin ALEXANDER SITKOVETSKY, Violin MATTHEW LIPMAN, Viola RICHARD O'NEILL, Viola NICHOLAS TZAVARAS, Cello PAUL WATKINS, Cello DAVID SHIFRIN, Clarinet Pre-Concert chat with the artists at 2:15 pm

Jackie Evancho matches her extraordinary voice with one of most exciting reemerging genres in popular music today – the New American Songbook. Enjoy a selection of songs from breakthrough musicals like Hamilton, Dear Evan Hansen, Waitress, The Band’s Visit, Once and hit films like The Greatest Showman, as well as favorites from her past repertoire that have won over audiences over the years.

Nicholas Hytner's production will thrust the audience into the street party that greets Caesar's return, the congress that witnesses his murder, the rally that assembles for his funeral, and the chaos that explodes in its wake. Recorded live at The Bridge Theatre, London. Running time: 3 hours.

Puccini’s irresistible lyric genius has long made Tosca one of opera’s most breathtaking masterpieces. A cast of internationally acclaimed guest performers assembled from Maestro Wroe’s extensive contacts in European and American opera houses joins NJFO to present, acted and in costume, this gripping tale of love, lust, corruption and ultimate struggle for survival.

Join us for an exceptional three-course meal as a professional magician performs thrilling tricks right before your very eyes. Make your reservation today.

White vinegar, baking soda, and lemon juice make a great salad dressing, but they're also the key ingredients of many environmentally safe cleaning products! Learn about the ingredients found in our personal and household cleaning products you may want to avoid, and how products labeled as "environmentally safe" are not all created equal - and why you should be concerned. Common ingredients in many household products can have detrimental environmental impacts on you, our local environment and our regional water supply. You will leave with some homemade cleaning products and DIY cleaning product recipes to start you off right! Registration is required. Register online at GreatSwamp.org or call 973-538-3500. This event is co-sponsored by GSWA and Madison Public Library.

Includes everything you need to create a 6” beautifully decorated buttercream cake to take home and enjoy with your family and friends. Grab a friend and join us for a fun interactive evening of laughs and cake decorating. Bring your favorite beverage and snack while we supply the rest. Learn How To:Make a basic Buttercream frosting, Use a piping bag, Learn 4 basic piping skills, Frost and decorate your own 6” cake, Tips and Tricks, Skills and troubleshooting Cake Flavor: Vanilla with Chocolate Fudge Filling Participants in this class must be at least 21 years of age. Participants are welcome to bring snacks and beverages. We will provide napkins, plates, wine glasses, plastic cups, and cutlery. This course lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Course Breakdown: 30 min Meet and Greet: Participants can mingle and enjoy their drinks and snacks. 30 min Technique Tutorial: Step-by-step decorating instructions 1. 5 hour Decorating: Participants practice the skills they learned Terms & Conditions: Foundry 8 Budd reserves the right to cancel any classes that do not meet the required minimum guest count. Only if the class is canceled, will the registered participants receive a full refund.

In celebration of 50 years since the release of Abbey Road, Rain will bring The Beatles’ greatest hits to life in addition to all of your early favorites.

NJ Audubon: Genuine Character: Scott Gilbert’s Images of Avian Personality Each species and individual displays a unique personality. Think of the relentless determination of the shorebirds, the soaring independence of the raptors, or the colorful charm of the warblers. For bird photographer Scott Gilbert, the magic happens on those special occasions when he is able to reflect the subject's distinctive character in a way that meaningfully resonates with the viewer. An exhibition of Scott’s characterful photographs opens at the Wayrick Wildlife Art Gallery, at the Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, on March 1, 2019 and runs until May 27, 2019. Gallery Hours Tuesday through Saturday: 9:00am to 5:00pm Sunday: Noon to 5:00pm Closed: Mondays Where The Wayrick Wildlife Art Gallery, Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, 07924 Cost Free

Cosplay Night is back! For the first time since August, Morristown Game Vault would like to invite you to Cosplay Night, happening Friday, March 1st! This is an all ages event to show off your best cosplay and play some retro games all night long at a special discounted rate! Homemade, store bought, cosplay or Halloween costumes are all welcome! This event will be from 7pm to 11pm with a special discounted rate of only $15 for the time! Passes are bought at the door. Costumes are not required to receive the discounted pass but are always highly encouraged! The costume contest itself will be at 8:30pm and is hosted by Superheroes Unlimited. Prizes go to the top 3 contestants! 1st Place- $25 Morristown Game Vault Gift Card 2nd Place- $15 Morristown Game Vault Gift Card 3rd Place- $10 Morristown Game Vault Gift Card Plus some awesome toys and swag to all three winners! (Please keep all costumes family friendly, as this is an all ages event)

Comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short present new material in a variety of musical sketches and conversations about their iconic careers, most memorable encounters, and of course, their legendary lives in show-business. Featuring veteran bluegrass band Chatham County Line and renowned pianist and Jimmy Kimmel Live band member Jeff Babko.

Celebrate the birthday of one of the most beloved children's authors. Enjoy readings of Dr. Seuss classics throughout the day and make a hat like the Cat's! Kids are welcome to come dressed as their favorite Dr. Seuss character!

Shows at 11:00am and 1:30pm. Explore the background of Dr. Seuss and his beloved works. You know Thing 1 and Thing 2. Now you will meet Thing 3, Wild Thing, and watch him cause all kinds of mayhem! Cat hosts this lively and interactive program.

All Ages. Join this annual festival celebrating the peak of maple sugaring season. Enjoy tree tapping demonstrations, delicious syrup taste tests, maple snow cones, and fun games. ‘Hike through Maple Sugaring History’ to discover how sugaring has changed over time, learn to identify differences in quality, and so much more. This event is rain or shine.

The Harmonium Chamber Singers will present “Swan Songs,” a full program with works by Gibbons, Arcadelt, Kevin Puts, Sarah Rimkus, Michael Rosin, and more. Find the performance nearest you: Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 7:30pm at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison or Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 3pm at Christ Church in Short Hills.

If Blue Man Group and Stomp had a child, it just might be this innovative troupe that takes you on a breathless journey of sound and light, combining music, visual effects and skilled performers in constant movement in a one-of-a-kind experience.

Brady Rymer performs rockin’ music for kids and families. When not moonlighting as a member of The Laurie Berkner Band, Brady’s pop and rock regularly wins critical acclaim and national awards including three Children’s Grammy nominations.

In this illustrated lecture, John Pascal, a scholar of Mark Twain, will trace the friendship of Twain and Thomas Nast, visual and literary giants.

There's fun for all in this survey of hits, including jazz, marches, film music, and original works composed specifically for The Brass Project.

The Harmonium Chamber Singers will present “Swan Songs,” a full program with works by Gibbons, Arcadelt, Kevin Puts, Sarah Rimkus, Michael Rosin, and more. Find the performance nearest you: Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 7:30pm at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison or Sunday, March 3, 2019 at 3pm at Christ Church in Short Hills.

Brady Rymer performs rockin’ music for kids and families. When not moonlighting as a member of The Laurie Berkner Band, Brady’s pop and rock regularly wins critical acclaim and national awards including three Children’s Grammy nominations.

Do you enjoy the outdoors? Would you like to be involved in environmental education? We are offering the opportunity to join Scherman Hoffman's environmental education team. As a Teacher-Naturalist, you would teach environmental education programs in an outdoor setting to school and scout groups, afterschool programs, children's birthday parties, summer camp, and outreach programs for adults and children. Share your enthusiasm and knowledge of the natural world with others, and have the reward of watching children learn about and connect with the natural world al around them. Our training program begins Tuesday March 5, 2019, and meets Tuesday mornings, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, and ends April 30, 2019. (There will be no class April 23.) Once you satisfactorily complete the program, you will join our staff of Teacher/Naturalists, a paid position. You will then be required to teach a pre-determined number of programs annually, including weekday, weekend, and evening programs, and summer camp. You will also be required to volunteer as a camp assistant for one week of 2019 summer camp as part of your training. NJ Audubon: Teacher Naturalist Training NJA Scherman Hoffman Training Program When Tuesdays, March 5, 2019 through April 30, 2019 (No class April 23, 2019) 9:30am to 12:30pm Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, 07924Cost & Registration Free. Please call 908-396-6386 to register.

A petty thief posing as an actor is brought to Los Angeles for an unlikely audition and finds himself in the middle of a murder investigation along with his high school dream girl and a detective who's been training him for his upcoming role. Starring Robert Downey Jr., Michelle Monaghan, and Val Kilmer.

Made up exclusively of members of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, the Scharoun Ensemble Berlin is a classical octet -- clarinet, bassoon, horn, two violins, viola, cello and double bass -- whose repertoire ranges from the Baroque period to contemporary works.

Within the walls of Truvy’s beauty shop, the lives of six strong women increasingly hinge on the existence of one another. Together, they absorb the passing seasons, just like the weathered wooden structure of the salon “home” that they share. At turns both laugh-out-loud funny and deeply touching, Steel Magnolias reveals the strength of the human condition and our shared need for companionship. L.A. Theatre Works’s highly compelling radio theatre brings classic shows to life through a first rate cast, live sound effects and a connection with the audience rarely felt in a live theatre setting.

Now in its 30th year, the Morris Museum is proud to display the superb work of photography, painting, drawing, sculpture, and video by New Jersey's most talented young artists. Museum Hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00AM to 5:00PM and Sunday 12:00PM to 5:00PM. 2nd and 3rd Thursday 11:00AM to 8:00PM. The Museum is closed on Mondays.

The Flourishing Skills Group (FSG) is a wellness program that meets weekly on Saturday afternoons from 2 - 4 pm for 10 consecutive weeks. FSG is facilitated by Sue Nobleman, a Licensed Counselor and Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner with over 30 years experience. Don't just survive, THRIVE! The tuition is $35 per group or $250 if you pay for all 10 sessions upfront, a savings of $100. Call to register.

It Don't Mean a Thing, Music of Duke Ellington Featuring the Kyle Athayde Dance Party. Rob Kapilow takes listeners inside the music, slowing down and recomposing key passages to hear why a piece is so extraordinary. Next the piece is performed in its entirety, followed by a question and answer session. Please join us for a reception with the artists after the performance.

Celebrate all things Irish in this high-energy production featuring award-winning step dancers, musicians and vocalists who bring to life the vibrant spirit of the Emerald Isle.

Irish tenor Tim Smith and his ensemble are our musical guides for an evening of music and stories embracing Irish history and culture.

Celebrate all things Irish in this high-energy production featuring award-winning step dancers, musicians and vocalists who bring to life the vibrant spirit of the Emerald Isle.

Our annual tradition continues remembering the unique sound of one of the earliest great jazz improvisers. Cornetist Mike Davis will once again lead the celebration.

Ian Anderson, known throughout the world of rock music as the flute and voice behind the legendary Jethro Tull, celebrates his 50th year in music with this celebration of the iconic band’s greatest hits which include “Aqualung,” “Locomotive Breath,” “Cross Eyed Mary” and “Bungle in the Jungle.”

Includes everything you need to create a 6” fondant cake to take home and enjoy with your family. and friends. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this fun cake! Your Friends and family will be surprised when they discover the lucky pot of gold! Join us for a fun event as we make this amazing cake. Learn :How to layer, fill and cover a 6” Cake and how to create the surprise center. Fun Tips, Tricks & Twists Cake Flavor: Vanilla with Vanilla Cream Filling Participants in this class must be at least 21 years of age. Participants are welcome to bring snacks and beverages. We will provide napkins, plates, wine glasses, plastic cups, and cutlery. This course lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Course Breakdown: 30 min Meet and Greet: Participants can mingle and enjoy their drinks and snacks. 30 min Technique Tutorial: Step-by-step decorating instructions 1. 5 hour Decorating: Participants practice the skills they learned Terms & Conditions: Foundry 8 Budd reserves the right to cancel any classes that do not meet the required minimum guest count. Only if the class is canceled, will the registered participants receive a full refund.

Exploring the limitless possibilities of the traditional Japanese taiko drum, Kodo forges new directions for a vibrant living art form that transcends the barriers of language, cultures and customs with a powerful and profound musical performance that speaks to the heart of Japanese tradition.

Spring CraftMorristown, March 15, 16, 17, 2019, marks its 29th year at the Morristown Armory as New Jersey’s most unique spring art and shopping experience. This three-day curated event brings winter-weary craft and design lovers the opportunity to get “first dibs” on the year’s newest creations from 165 top American fine craftspeople who will be traveling from across the country to exhibit and sell their handmade creations. These makers infuse a distinctive creative vision into one-of-a-kind and limited edition jewelry; apparel and accessories; and furniture and home décor. Shoppers can find functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal, fiber, wood and mixed media as well as fine art painting, printmaking, drawing and photography. Visitors should also make sure to bring their sweet tooth and plan to visit the gourmet specialty food boutique to fully experience handcrafted delights. Show hours for Spring CraftMorristown are Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $9 (includes unlimited re-entry all weekend); seniors and veterans are $8; children under 6 are free. The Morristown Armory is located at 430 Western Ave. in Morristown, NJ. It is most accessible by car from Route 287 and is less than an hour train ride from Penn Station in Manhattan. Visit www.artrider.com or call 845-331-7900 for more information.

Join us for a relaxed evening of wine glass painting at Glassworks Studio. The Glassworks team will provide instruction and all of the materials that you will need to paint 1 wine glass (additional glasses can be purchased on the night if desired). They will share examples and pictures of designs that are achievable, even to a novice painter, but you can paint whatever design you choose. This class is for adults only. You are, of course, welcome to bring drinks to enjoy on the evening. This experience, including materials, costs $25.00

Legendary singer Johnny Mathis, celebrating over 60 years as a recording artist, performs his greatest hits such as “Chances Are” and “Misty” as well as his personal favorites. Come hear why Johnny will always be the Voice of Romance!

Join us in celebrating this popular holiday with St. Patrick's Day stories and a variety of crafts, from handprint shamrocks to rainbow streamers. A variety of St. Patrick's Day stories (old and new) will be told at 11:30, 12:30, 1:30 & 2:30. Fun for all ages! All activities are included with regular admission. Registration is recommended as we cannot guarantee the availability of craft supplies. Registration is available online at http://www.metc.org/register-st-patricks-day-storytime-craft/.

The Jazz Ambassadors, United States Army's premier big band deliver custom compositions highlighting the group's creative talent and gifted soloist. Their diverse repertoire runs from big band swing to patriotic selections. FREE EVENT!!

Enjoy an exhilarating and unique musical approach to universally loved songs with all original arrangements drawing from Irish traditional folk songs, the Great American songbook, Broadway hits and contemporary music.

An Afternoon with Dan Hinkley, Take Two: Making Windcliff

NEEDTOBREATHE is a GRAMMY-nominated rock band hailing from South Carolina, composed of brothers Bear Rinehart (vocals, guitar) and Bo Rinehart (guitar, vocals), Seth Bolt (bass, vocals), and Josh Lovelace (keys, vocals). Their most recent album, Hardlove, debuted at #1 on the Billboard Top Albums, Top Current Albums, Top Rock Albums and Top Alternative Albums charts and #2 on the Billboard 200, their greatest debut yet.

Hilarious best friends and online sensations Cat and Nat share their ultra-real and just a bit R-rated dispatches from the mom trenches. From what not to eat a few days postpartum (chicken wings) to the most effective ways to avoid post-partum sex, Cat & Nat’s newest book and new live show, Mom Truths, is everything no one will tell you about having kids. Adults only

FREE to the public. Hundreds of varieties and thousands of beautiful orchid plants on display and for sale. FREE educational lectures from experts: 11 am Growing Orchids at home. 2 pm Re-potting your orchids Local New Jersey wines and cheeses to sample and purchase.

Fun for the whole family! We will be joined by fiber artist Anne Choi of Middle Brook Fiberworks who will be available to answer questions and demonstrate a variety of weaving techniques. Staff will also guide you in creating your own woven strand. All activities included with regular admission.

Artistic Director Darrah Carr has created a unique blend of traditional Irish step and contemporary modern dance she calls ModERIN: a combination of words modern (dance)and ERIN (Irish American reference to Ireland). The program features live music and champion Irish step dancers who have garnered awards at numerous competitions on both national ans international circuit.

The favorite part of every party are the apps and snacks. Especially those delicious stuffed breads. Join us for a fun night as we make some creative appetizers sure to wow your guests!! All participates will make and take home 3 freezer ready appetizers: Sliders Stuffed Breads Pinwheels Participants in this class must be at least 21 years of age. Participants are welcome to bring snacks and beverages. We will provide napkins, plates, wine glasses, plastic cups, and cutlery. This course lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Course Breakdown: 30 min Meet and Greet: Participants can mingle and enjoy their drinks and snacks. 30 min Technique Tutorial: Step-by-step demonstration. 1. 5 hour Hands on Participation: Participants practice the skills they learned Terms & Conditions: Foundry 8 Budd reserves the right to cancel any classes that do not meet the required minimum guest count. Only if the class is canceled, will the registered participants receive a full refund.

Stand-up comedy direct from the clubs of New York City. Mature themes, language. Adults only

Museum of Early Trades & Crafts (METC) will offer loom demonstrations with handweaver Sally Orgren from 1 to 4 m. This is part of our ongoing programming in connection with our current exhibit, Narrative Threads: New Jersey Quilts and Textiles. We will explore the concept of computers and how they relate to textiles. Our presenter, Sally Orgren, who is also the editor of Shuttle Spindle & Dyepot magazine will provide several multi-shaft looms and share how textiles and technology have gone hand-in-hand for centuries. See how number sequences become intricate patterns in cloth. Sit down at a loom, throw a shuttle, and make cloth! The presentation “Textiles & Technology” at 2 pm will cover the history of loom technology, weaving basics, and contemporary applications in performance textiles, architecture, and pharmaceuticals. Activities included with museum admission, free for members. Registration recommended, as space is limited and available online at http://www.metc.org/register-textiles-technology/.

Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes deliver their soul-searing brand of raucous rock, blues and R&B that has made them fan favorites since emerging from the same 1970s New Jersey shore music scene that produced Bruce Springsteen.

Multitalented entertainer and former Carol Burnett Show star Vicki Lawrence and her alter ego “Mama” take the stage in this show that’s a mix of comedy, music and humorous observations about life.

This story of unrequited love, betrayal, madness, revenge and forgiveness is the most famous, revered and enduring of all the Romantic ballets.

Since 2004, Chris Botti has been America's best-selling instrumental artist, with four #1 jazz albums, as well as multiple Grammy Awards. Botti’s form of creative expression is rooted in jazz and expands beyond the limits of any single genre, crossing over to audiences usually reserved for pop music.

Tony Award winner John Lloyd Young originated the role of Frankie Valli in Broadway's hit Jersey Boys. As Valli, Young garnered unprecedented accolades from New York and National Media. Young's concert is a celebration of classic hits from the 50's and 60's presented in the authentic acoustic style of original rock 'n' roll, Doo-Wop and R&B standards and includes such iconic Musical favorites as Sherry, Can't Take my eyes off of you and in the still of the night.

Celebrate the return of Spring, bring the kids, join in the fun and hop aboard the Easter Bunny’s favorite train ride at the Whippany Railway Museum. You’ll have an enjoyable Spring day as our diesel-powered streamliner makes a 10-mile, 45-minute round trip excursion from Whippany to Roseland and return. The Easter Bunny will be onboard greeting the youngsters and handing out holiday treats. Trains operate April 7, 13, 14 & 20, 2019. Adults: $17.; Child (under 12): $12.; Infants (1 yr & under) Free. For full details and online tickets, visit www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net or call: (973) 887-8177

April brings a rare treat: J. S. Bach’s monumental and revered St. Matthew Passion, with the vibrant New York Times darlings The Sebastians as the double baroque orchestra, NY and NJ’s finest professional soloists, and world-renowned and Grammy-winning Dann Coakwell as Evangelist. There will be one special performance only, which will include supertitles to aid the audience in following along with the dramatic text. Hear this masterwork on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 1:30pm at St. Mary’s Abbey at Delbarton School.

Based on the Emmy-winning PBS Kids series, this totally awesome musical features wild comedy, countless favorite songs from the show, and Peg’s super coolest pal Ramone!

Based on the Emmy-winning PBS Kids series, this totally awesome musical features wild comedy, countless favorite songs from the show, and Peg’s super coolest pal Ramone!

Legendary rockers REO Speedwagon, led by Kevin Cronin, perform hits like “Can’t Fight This Feeling,” “Take It on the Run,” “Keep on Loving You” and “Time for Me to Fly” that have made them one of the most popular bands since the 1970s.

All of your favorite shows on one stage for one night only! Enjoy your favorite moments and music from some of Broadway’s greatest shows, including Evita, Les Misérables, Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, The Lion King, Once, Chicago, Oklahoma!, South Pacific and more.

Includes everything you need to create a 6” fondant cake to take home and enjoy with your family. and friends. Grab a friend and join us for a fun interactive evening of laughs and cake decorating. Bring your favorite beverage and snack while we supply the rest. Learn How To: Use Fondant Cover a 6" Cake in Fondant Color Fondant Create Decorations Assemble your Masterpiece Tips and Tricks Skills and Troubleshooting Cake Flavor: Vanilla with Chocolate Fudge Filling Participants in this class must be at least 21 years of age. Participants are welcome to bring snacks and beverages. We will provide napkins, plates, wine glasses, plastic cups, and cutlery. This course lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Course Breakdown: 30 min Meet and Greet: Participants can mingle and enjoy their drinks and snacks. 30 min Technique Tutorial: Step-by-step decorating instructions 1. 5 hour Decorating: Participants practice the skills they learned Terms & Conditions: Foundry 8 Budd reserves the right to cancel any classes that do not meet the required minimum guest count. Only if the class is canceled, will the registered participants receive a full refund.

Celebrate the return of Spring, bring the kids, join in the fun and hop aboard the Easter Bunny’s favorite train ride at the Whippany Railway Museum. You’ll have an enjoyable Spring day as our diesel-powered streamliner makes a 10-mile, 45-minute round trip excursion from Whippany to Roseland and return. The Easter Bunny will be onboard greeting the youngsters and handing out holiday treats. Trains operate April 7, 13, 14 & 20, 2019. Adults: $17.; Child (under 12): $12.; Infants (1 yr & under) Free. For full details and online tickets, visit www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net or call: (973) 887-8177

Established in 2007, Moe-Tion Dance Theatre is a contemporary modern dance company based in New Jersey. Under the Artistic direction of Maureen Glennon, Moe-Tion Dance Theater, known of their diverse repertory and site- specific work, has performed at numerous festivals, showcases and venues throughout the tri-state area.

Celebrate the return of Spring, bring the kids, join in the fun and hop aboard the Easter Bunny’s favorite train ride at the Whippany Railway Museum. You’ll have an enjoyable Spring day as our diesel-powered streamliner makes a 10-mile, 45-minute round trip excursion from Whippany to Roseland and return. The Easter Bunny will be onboard greeting the youngsters and handing out holiday treats. Trains operate April 7, 13, 14 & 20, 2019. Adults: $17.; Child (under 12): $12.; Infants (1 yr & under) Free. For full details and online tickets, visit www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net or call: (973) 887-8177

This musical revue brings to life five beloved children’s books: Dragons Love Tacos, Interrupting Chicken, The Dot, Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride and Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa School Days.

Five-time Grammy-nominated pianist and vocalist Michael Feinstein joins forces with Pink Martini’s Storm Large to reimagine standards and modern classics that are chilled, shaken and stirred into an unforgettable evening of music.

Known to millions as “The Royal Family of the Guitar,” the Romeros were founded by the legendary Celedonio Romero with his sons Celin, Pepe and Angel in 1958. Today, the classical guitar quartet consists of Celin, Pepe and their sons Lito and Celino. To have so many virtuosi of the same instrument in three generations of one family is unprecedented in classical music.

Celebrate the return of Spring, bring the kids, join in the fun and hop aboard the Easter Bunny’s favorite train ride at the Whippany Railway Museum. You’ll have an enjoyable Spring day as our diesel-powered streamliner makes a 10-mile, 45-minute round trip excursion from Whippany to Roseland and return. The Easter Bunny will be onboard greeting the youngsters and handing out holiday treats. Trains operate April 7, 13, 14 & 20, 2019. Adults: $17.; Child (under 12): $12.; Infants (1 yr & under) Free. For full details and online tickets, visit www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net or call: (973) 887-8177

Take a star-studded, multi-media journey through rock history with these legendary performers who were the actual musicians and singers heard on original recordings and in concert with everyone from Elton John to Frankie Valli to Journey. From “Pinball Wizard” to “Don’t Stop Believing,” relive the greatest years of rock and your favorite songs with The Hit Men.

Express your creative side at METC! Explore a variety of art techniques inspired by METC’s building and grounds, including reliefs, print making, and sun prints. The program occurs on the following Tuesdays April 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21 and May 28 is a make up day if needed. The program is for grades 1-5. The cost is $60 per child (10% off for METC Members and for additional siblings). Registration is required and available online at http://www.metc.org/register-school-musuem/.

Includes everything you need to create a 6” beautifully decorated buttercream cake to take home and enjoy with your family and friends. Grab a friend and join us for a fun interactive evening of laughs and cake decorating. Bring your favorite beverage and snack while we supply the rest. Learn How To: Make a basic Buttercream frosting Use a piping bag Learn 4 basic piping skills. Frost and decorate your own 6” cake Tips and Tricks Skills and troubleshooting Cake Flavor: Vanilla with Chocolate Fudge Filling Participants in this class must be at least 21 years of age. Participants are welcome to bring snacks and beverages. We will provide napkins, plates, wine glasses, plastic cups, and cutlery. This course lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Course Breakdown: 30 min Meet and Greet: Participants can mingle and enjoy their drinks and snacks. 30 min Technique Tutorial: Step-by-step decorating instructions 1. 5 hour Decorating: Participants practice the skills they learned Terms & Conditions: Foundry 8 Budd reserves the right to cancel any classes that do not meet the required minimum guest count. Only if the class is canceled, will the registered participants receive a full refund.

Pilobolus’s Come to Your Senses is a multi-sensory experience, featuring live performances of onstage Pilobolus works alongside transmedia digital creations. In this brand new repertory show, come back to your senses ...and explore the connection between the human body and the analog world around us.

A new production of the spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song.

Eat, drink, and have fun! Enjoy a day outdoors with 20+ food trucks, a biergarten, live music, free face painting and games for kids, fun activities for adults provided by Jersey Club Sports, and more! Parking is free, and admission allows for re-entrance throughout the day. Discounted tickets available online soon at GardenStateFoodTruckFoodFest.com. All proceeds benefit the Morris County Park Commission and keeping our parks a place for you to enjoy - thank you for your support!

A new production of the spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song.

A new production of the spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony®, Grammy® and Academy Award® winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Edelweiss” and the title song.

Mendelssohn’s mastery of melody, form, counterpoint, and the chamber idiom were imitated for generations. Bookended by Mendelssohn’s own works, his admirers respond with their own Mendelssohnian gifts: Schumann’s piano trio; Brahms’s lyricism through the dark voice of the viola; and Tchaikovsky’s character pieces, combining Russian melancholy and splendor in selections from “The Seasons”. INON BARNATAN, Piano CHO-LIANG LIN, Violin PAUL NEUBAUER, Viola JAKOB KORANYI, Cello ROMIE DE GUISE-LANGLOIS, Clarinet Pre-Concert chat with the artists at 7:15 pm

Join guest curator Alfred Giraldi for a guided tour of Anchors Aweigh: Macculloch Hall and U.S. Naval History. FREE with admission and for members.

Enjoy Macculloch Hall’s historic garden buzzing with family activities and presentations. Children and their caregivers create art and explore the garden. Includes a visit from Insectropolis. FREE. Pre-registration requested for all programs: 973-538-2404, ext. 16 or email [email protected].

Choral concert featuring hits from Broadways shows and several operas.

Morris Choral Society will sing hits from many Broadway shows and selections from several operas.

The June concert, "A Thousand Beautiful Things," will include eclectic and uplifting selections from Annie Lennox to Palestrina. The program will feature works by two of the most lauded and popular choral composers today – both of whom hail from the enchanted northlands: Ešenvalds’s Only in Sleep and Gjeilo’s Unicornis Captivatur – plus the winner of the 22nd annual High School Student Composition Contest. Enjoy this on Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 7:30pm or Sunday, June 9, 2019 at 7:30pm at Grace Episcopal Church in Madison.

This year we are offering a summer of fun and learning with two fantastic themed day programs offered over three weeks. Both our Nature Program and History Program provide a fun and safe environment for kids to learn through games, hands-on activities and crafts. You will go home will all sorts of treasures! The program runs from 9:00am-4:00pm Monday through Friday. Children ages 6-12 are welcome and will be divided into groups by age (6-9 and 10-12).

2019 Fundraiser for the Hackettstown Rotary! Without a doubt, The Motown Sound has left an indelible stamp on the heart, soul and mind of several generations of fans worldwide. Over the years many of the artist and writers responsible for bringing to the world this incredible body of work has passed on. The music however, lives on through movies, radio, television commercials, collectible CD's, dance halls, weddings and karaoke clubs. It's not just the songs but the memories associated with them that have forever imprinted the Motown Sound in the hearts and souls of music fans. Without even consciously realizing it, we all know every lyric, melody and instrumental phrases associated with the songs. So much so that if a live band plays the songs and leaves out any of these memorable licks, we know it and subconsciously add it in ourselves. That brings us to Paul Korman and his visionary quest to create the ultimate Motown tribute band. *Not included in Flex Pass!*

Nunsense begins when the Little Sisters of Hoboken discover that their cook, Sister Julia, Child of God, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters, and they are in dire need of funds for the burials. The sisters decide that the best way to raise the money is to put on a variety show, so they take over the school auditorium, which is currently set up for the eighth grade production of “Grease.” Here we meet Reverend Mother Regina, a former circus performer; Sister Mary Hubert, the Mistress of Novices; a streetwise nun from Brooklyn named Sister Robert Anne; Sister Mary Leo, a novice who is a wannabe ballerina; and the delightfully wacky Sister Mary Amnesia, the nun who lost her memory when a crucifix fell on her head. Featuring star turns,tap and ballet dancing, an audience quiz, and comic surprises, this show has become an international phenomenon. With more than 5000 productions worldwide, it has been translated into 21 languages. Book, music and lyrics by Dan Goggin "A hail of fun and frolic- Nunsense, like the holy mother church, is a bona fide institution." - The New York Times  

This year we are offering a summer of fun and learning with two fantastic themed day programs offered over three weeks. Both our Nature Program and History Program provide a fun and safe environment for kids to learn through games, hands-on activities and crafts. You will go home will all sorts of treasures! The program runs from 9:00am-4:00pm Monday through Friday. Children ages 6-12 are welcome and will be divided into groups by age (6-9 and 10-12).

This year we are offering a summer of fun and learning with two fantastic themed day programs offered over three weeks. Both our Nature Program and History Program provide a fun and safe environment for kids to learn through games, hands-on activities and crafts. You will go home will all sorts of treasures! The program runs from 9:00am-4:00pm Monday through Friday. Children ages 6-12 are welcome and will be divided into groups by age (6-9 and 10-12).