Events and Activities

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

Join us for a hearty brunch and a visit with Santa Claus on the farm. All ages will delight in the home cooked brunch and opportunity to take a photo with Santa himself, while experiencing a magical time on the farm. Brunch consists of a delicious assortment of home cooked items along with beverages and dessert, and includes a scenic hay wagon ride with blankets to our heated Harvest Hall. Brunch is offered at the following reserved seating times: 10 am, 11:30 am, and 1 pm. Advance ticket purchase is required as space is limited. Brunch is scheduled for Dec. 1st, 7th, and 8th.

It’s time for our traditional Santa Brunch at the Grain House Restaurant! First, enjoy a delicious buffet brunch at the Grain House and pick up your photo voucher at the restaurant. Santa will be waiting at the Olde Mill Inn to meet your children so that they can tell him their special Christmas wishes! You can have a complimentary family photo taken with Santa by Light Impressions Photography – then make some holiday crafts at our craft party. Adults: $32.95, Children 4-10 $12

Get into the Christmas spirit with a visit to our Country Christmas Corner featuring Santa himself! Be sure to bring a camera to capture a special photo with Santa. Enjoy roasting marshmallows over a cozy campfire, seasonal music and our Christmas tree forest. This event is free of charge for children of all ages! In addition to the dates listed, Santa will also be here on Dec. 24th from 11 am - 4 pm!

Holly Walk returns to Morris County with seven historic sites; all will be authentically decorated for Christmas.  Gift shops will be loaded with holiday merchandise. Special programming, music, exhibits and refreshments will be offered. The event takes place over three days this year. Sites open on Friday night will feature candle-lit tours.  On Saturday, December 7, all sites will be open 10 am to 4 pm. On Sunday, December 8, times of operation vary.  Holly Walk participants are: Macculloch Hall, the Ford Mansion at Morristown National Historical Park, Historic Speedwell, Schuyler-Hamilton House, Stickley Museum, Museum of Early Trades & Crafts and Acorn Hall. Your ticket is good all three days. You must plan to drive and park at the sites, although some are walkable. No transportation is provided to or between the sites. Tickets on sale at Macculloch Hall for $35:  Friday from 4 to 8 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm Online ticket purchases $30 until December 5 Online ticket purchases $35 on December 6, 7 and 8 Download a printable Holly Walk map Sites and Hours: Hours of Operation: Friday, Dec 6 (4 pm to 8 pm): Macculloch Hall - Ford Mansion - Acorn Hall Saturday, Dec 7 (10 am to 4 pm): All sites open Sunday, Dec 8: All sites open, hours vary Ford Mansion: Noon to 5 pm                                           Acorn Hall: 1 pm to 4 pm Historic Speedwell: Noon to 4 pm                                  Macculloch Hall: 1pm to 4 pm Stickley Museum: Noon to 4 pm                                     Schuyler-Hamilton House: 1 pm to 4 pm Museum of Early Trades & Crafts : Noon to 5 pm Dear Holly Walker: Plan your visits after reviewing these program highlights: FRIDAY NIGHT: Acorn Hall welcomes Mrs. Santa Claus and her friends conducting tours in costume while seasonal musical favorites will be played on the piano from 6:30 pm to 8 pm Macculloch Hall exhibit on Thomas Nast tracing the evolution of Santa Claus’ image (+Sat/Sun) SATURDAY DAY: Washington Headquarters Museum/Ford Mansion “Holiday Festival of Music” Concert Maestro Robert Butts and pianist Peter Toth at 1 pm Stickley Museum hosts contemporary jewelry artisan Sheila Fernekes during an open house Museum of Early Trades & Crafts hosts local artisans making and selling holiday crafts plus refreshments (+Sun) Historic Speedwell Currier & Ives Exhibit with dancing, caroling and photos in an antique sleigh (+Sun) Schuyler-Hamilton House to feature dramatic moments from the Colonial era (+Sun) SUNDAY DAY: Stickley Museum hosts apiarist Patti Campbell demonstrating beeswax edibles and cosmetics and guided tours from Noon to 4 pm on the quarter hour

Sculpted Ice Works

The “cool” ice designs by Pennsylvania’s own Sculpted Ice Works are truly works of art! Using chain saws, chisels, torches and more, come watch one of their talented ice carvers hack away at large blocks of ice to reveal spectacular creations on Sun., Dec. 8th from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.

Season's Greetings from the Boonton Historical Society! Please join us for music and refreshments at our annual Holiday Open House! Phone: 973-402-8840 This year we have live musical entertainment featuring Brooklyn-based guitarist Liz Hogg." See our changing exhibit: The New Jersey Trolley Era Browse our gift shops for special one-day-only sales! Free and open to the public, free parking behind the building in the NJ Transit lot.  

Chester Brass Works Quartet Ensemble

Come hear a festive mix of classical and popular holiday music presented by the amazing Chester Brass Works Quartet Ensemble. Strolling throughout Historic Downtown Chester to brighten your holiday shopping and dining experience on Sundays, Dec. 1st, 8th, and 15th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

This recent performance brings London's West End to Morristown! In an encore broadcast filmed live at the National Theatre, Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo play William Shakespeare’s famous fated couple in his great tragedy of politics, passion and power.

The Baroque Orchestra of NJ will perform the world premier of Maestro Robert Butts's "Impresiones Inspiradas" inspired by the paintings of Luis Martinez Piar.

Featuring two world premieres: In the Beginning was the Word, a new commission from Sarah Rimkus, and The Children of All Others by composer-in-residence Mark Miller, as well as works from Hassler to Vaughan Williams celebrating the season and the importance of our words.

Please join the Washington Association of NJ for its annual George and Martha Washington Tea. The Holiday Tea is the perfect way for you and your friends and family to start your holiday festivities. Delicious tea fare will be served including tea sandwiches, scones and desserts. The Tea takes place in the Great Hall of the Washington’s Headquarters Museum at Morristown National Historical Park at the conclusion of the 3-day “Holly Walk” at 7 historic sites in and around Morristown. The Tea is appropriate for the whole family and will feature a talk by Mr. Nolan Asch on the subject of George Washington’s association with his Morristown aide-de-camp, Alexander Hamilton. Mr. Asch describes Washington and Hamilton as “the most important duo in American History”. To get a ticket for the Tea, mail a check to WANJ, Box 1473, Morristown NJ 07960. The price is $35 ($30 for Washington Association Members). You can call 973-292-1874 or email [email protected] if you have any questions.

The Hanover Wind Symphony continues its holiday tradition of offering a Christmas Concert in conjunction with Our Lady of Mercy Church in Whippany, NJ. Come and kick off the holiday season with a program of carols and other traditional holiday favorites. Tickets are available by contacting the church office at 973-887-0050.

Kick off the Holidays with a bang and plenty of bling as three award-winning tenors from NYC’s MET Opera and beyond join New Jersey Festival Orchestra to present a dazzling selection of renowned tenor fare and holiday classics. A family celebration of symphonic pops and wintertime favorites guaranteed to make your season merry.

Julie Orringer is the author of two award-winning books:  The Invisible Bridge, a New York Times bestselling novel, and How to Breathe Underwater, a collections of stories.  She will be in Morristown discussing her new book The Flight Portfolio, which received a starred review from Publisher's Weekly, who said it's "destined to become a classic".  It is an historical novel about Varian Fry, an American journalist who, after witnessing Nazi atrocities, formed the Emergency Rescue Committee in occupied France.  Fry has had international recognition for his part in saving the lives of Jewish artists, writers, and political dissidents during World War II. Refreshments in the art gallery at 3:00 pm.  Books available for purchase.  RSVPs to [email protected]   Walk-ins welcome.

Join two-time Oscar® award-winning actress Jane Fonda for a career retrospective live on stage. Clips from her storied career will be shared, along with stories and an audience Q&A. Not limited to the big screen, Jane has influenced society in many ways. Off screen, she is an impassioned activist supporting a number of causes to which she is deeply committed. Her aerobic-exercise videos in the 1980s helped shape the fitness craze in the U.S. that is still going strong. Her television projects (including The Newsroom and Grace and Frankie), best-selling books (including My Life So Far and Prime Time) and movies (including On Golden Pond and 9 to 5) have made her a true living legend.

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

Join one of METC's educators as we explore the animals that roamed New Jersey 200 years ago and today! Each class will feature a different animal native to New Jersey, with related crafts and stories. This month: Red Cardinal. For ages 3-5. Register for individual classes or for the whole session! Parents/guardians should plan to stay with their child during the class. Pre-registration is required. Register here: https://app.donorview.com/nXXZ.

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

This film traces the legendary life story of Paul Gauguin who left France for Tahiti, feverishly in search of deep immersions into lush nature, for feelings, visions and colors, ever purer and brighter. Audiences join this journey from Tahiti to American museums including New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Art Institute of Chicago, National Gallery of Art in DC, and Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts where Gauguin’s greatest masterpieces are now preserved.

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

Take a break from holiday shopping to step back in time. FREE with museum admission. RSVP: [email protected]

Holiday CraftMorristown, December 13, 14, 15, 2019, is New Jersey’s most exciting holiday shopping experience and the best place to find uncommon and extraordinary gifts for everyone on your holiday list. This three-day, curated shopping event offers creative gift shoppers and design lovers the rare opportunity to meet 165 visionary American makers, artists and craftspeople and purchase their latest works. In addition to thousands of distinctive and beautifully crafted objects there are basket weaving and copper-smithing demonstrations as well as a gourmet specialty food boutique. Craftspeople and fine artists will be traveling from across the country to exhibit and sell their creations. These exceptional indie artists infuse each of their pieces with a distinctive creative vision making one-of-a-kind and limited edition: jewelry; apparel and accessories; furniture; home décor; functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal, wood and mixed media; fine art painting, printmaking, drawing and photography. Visitors should make sure to bring their sweet tooth and plan to visit the gourmet specialty food boutique to fully experience hand-crafted delights. The show hours for Holiday 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 $10 (includes unlimited re-entry); seniors are $9; children under 16 are free. The Morristown Armory is located at 430 Western Ave. in Morristown, NJ. It is most accessible from Route 287 and is less than an hour train ride from Penn Station in Manhattan. Parking is free, a food service is available and documented service animals only. Visit www.artrider.com or call 845-331-7900 for more information.

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

Holiday CraftMorristown, Dec. 13-15, 2019, is the best place to find uncommon and extraordinary gifts that loved ones will never forget. This curated event offers creative gift shoppers and design lovers the rare opportunity to shop from 165 visionary American artists and craftspeople and purchase their latest works at NJ’s most exciting and unique shopping event of the holiday season. Friday 4pm to 8pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday 10am to 5pm. Admission $10. www.artrider.com.

Handcrafted ornaments with a Victorian flair, antiques, vintage collectibles, oddities, Mount Tabor gift items, and the annual "fill-a-tin" Cookie Walk. Members of the Mount Tabor Historical Society have donated vintage items to support the mission of the Society, to restore and preserve the Victorian heritage of Mount Tabor and its roots as a Methodist "camp meeting' and to plan for the future, in harmony with the past. No admission charge. Do some holiday shopping while supporting the Mount Tabor Historical Society. Park at the post office at 26 Simpson Ave, Mount Tabor, NJ and walk up the pedestrian path to the Bethel in Trinity Park. December 13, 14 & 15 Friday will be Members-Only Night 6pm - 8pm, $10.00 admission (10% Discount for Members-Only) Saturday 10am -4pm and Sunday noon - 4pm, free admission

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

Our annual seasonal favorite enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, live orchestra, eye-popping special effects and a touch of holiday magic.

The Folk Project Open Stage is the place where a diverse collection of acoustic musicians perform for a welcoming, supportive, and attentive audience. We’re a listening room, not a noisy bar. We've often seen previews of our regularly scheduled opening acts for the first time at our Open Stage. For information on how to sign up to perform at our next Open Stage, visit www.OpenStage.FolkProject.org.

NJ Audubon: Nature Infused Yoga Fall/Winter Series Led by Kristin Mylecraine. Yoga Teacher & NJA 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. For ages 15 years and older. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring a yoga mat if you have one (some will be provided.) Walk-ins are welcome. When Saturdays, from November 2, 2019 through January 4, 2020 (9:30am to 10:45am). (Please note, there will be no class November 30, 2019 or December 28, 2019) Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 Cost & Registration Cost for all 8 classes: $88 members, $112 nonmembers. Cost per class: $12 members, $15 non-members. To register please call 908-396-6386. To register for the full 8-week session, registration is required prior to the first class. You may register for a single class.

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

Holiday CraftMorristown, Dec. 13-15, 2019, is the best place to find uncommon and extraordinary gifts that loved ones will never forget. This curated event offers creative gift shoppers and design lovers the rare opportunity to shop from 165 visionary American artists and craftspeople and purchase their latest works at NJ’s most exciting and unique shopping event of the holiday season. Friday 4pm to 8pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday 10am to 5pm. Admission $10. www.artrider.com.

Handcrafted ornaments with a Victorian flair, antiques, vintage collectibles, oddities, Mount Tabor gift items, and the annual "fill-a-tin" Cookie Walk. Members of the Mount Tabor Historical Society have donated vintage items to support the mission of the Society, to restore and preserve the Victorian heritage of Mount Tabor and its roots as a Methodist "camp meeting' and to plan for the future, in harmony with the past. No admission charge. Do some holiday shopping while supporting the Mount Tabor Historical Society. Park at the post office at 26 Simpson Ave, Mount Tabor, NJ and walk up the pedestrian path to the Bethel in Trinity Park. December 13, 14 & 15 Friday will be Members-Only Night 6pm - 8pm, $10.00 admission (10% Discount for Members-Only) Saturday 10am -4pm and Sunday noon - 4pm, free admission

Get into the Christmas spirit with a visit to our Country Christmas Corner featuring Santa himself! Be sure to bring a camera to capture a special photo with Santa. Enjoy roasting marshmallows over a cozy campfire, seasonal music and our Christmas tree forest. This event is free of charge for children of all ages! In addition to the dates listed, Santa will also be here on Dec. 24th from 11 am - 4 pm!

Celebrate the holiday season at the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts! METC staff will guide participants in constructing their very own gingerbread house. All materials, including candy to decorate, will be provided. For all ages. No charge for adults attending with participating child(ren). Bracelets given to those who pre-registered/pre-paid when they check in. Participants must pick a start time between 11:00 am and 1:30 pm, on the half hour. Program ends at 2:00 pm. Pre-registration is required and will close December 6. Register here: https://app.donorview.com/wGND.

Handcrafted ornaments with a Victorian flair, antiques, vintage collectibles, oddities, Mount Tabor gift items, and the annual "fill-a-tin" Cookie Walk. Members of the Mount Tabor Historical Society have donated vintage items to support the mission of the Society, to restore and preserve the Victorian heritage of Mount Tabor and its roots as a Methodist "camp meeting' and to plan for the future, in harmony with the past. No admission charge. Do some holiday shopping while supporting the Mount Tabor Historical Society. Park at the post office at 26 Simpson Ave, Mount Tabor, NJ and walk up the pedestrian path to the Bethel in Trinity Park. December 13, 14 & 15 Friday will be Members-Only Night 6pm - 8pm, $10.00 admission (10% Discount for Members-Only) Saturday 10am -4pm and Sunday noon - 4pm, free admission

Strolling Dickens’ (Manhattan Holiday) Carolers

No holiday celebration is complete without the stunning sights and sounds of Manhattan Holiday's a cappella caroling quartet! Performing a variety of traditional and contemporary holiday classics in beautiful hand-made Victorian-style costuming, these troubadours will be strolling throughout Downtown Chester on Saturdays, Dec. 7th & 14th from 12:30 pm-4:30 pm.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

Enjoy a free holiday concert performed by the outstanding Warren County community symphony, Stone Soup Symphony.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

MCS Music Director Jason Tramm leads the distinguished Morris Choral Society and featured guest soloist, organist Patrick Jones in “Baroque Jewels and Songs of the Season.” Christmas masterworks from the 17th and 18th century open the jubilant concert featuring the rarely performed “Messe de Minuit pour Noël” or "Midnight Mass” by Marc-Antoine Charpentier followed by selections from George Frideric Handel's “Messiah.” An energizing holiday soundscape of favorite seasonal songs from throughout the decades follows intermission, with a special guest appearance by the popular vocal ensemble Express Male.

A candy lover’s dream, now in its 28th year! Marvel at the creativity and skill displayed at this festive and charming exhibit featuring 150+ edible masterpieces crafted by local schools, scout troops, and families. With past creations from Hogwarts, to enchanted gardens, pirate ships, and Santa’s Workshop, this is a must see for all ages. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite! This event is sponsored by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Monday - Thursday & Weekends: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Fridays: 10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complete your holiday shopping with ease at the 9th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show. Check out local artists and crafters’ beautiful and affordable handmade creations, perfect for that special person on your list. Craft Show is Weekends Only: December 7, 8, 14 & 15 - 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. $2 per person gains entry to both the Holiday Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. Children under age 2 are FREE.

Holiday CraftMorristown, Dec. 13-15, 2019, is the best place to find uncommon and extraordinary gifts that loved ones will never forget. This curated event offers creative gift shoppers and design lovers the rare opportunity to shop from 165 visionary American artists and craftspeople and purchase their latest works at NJ’s most exciting and unique shopping event of the holiday season. Friday 4pm to 8pm; Saturday 10am to 6pm; Sunday 10am to 5pm. Admission $10. www.artrider.com.

Join us for our annual Cookie Brunch at the Grain House. First enjoy a delicious buffet brunch. Then, cookies and decorating supplies will be provided – you just need to bring your decorating ideas! This is a great activity for families to enjoy together! Adults: $29.95, Children 4-10 $12.00 Reservations Recommended 908-221-1150 This event will offer the option to donate food & other urgently needed items to The Community Soup Kitchen and Outreach Center in Morristown.

Get into the Christmas spirit with a visit to our Country Christmas Corner featuring Santa himself! Be sure to bring a camera to capture a special photo with Santa. Enjoy roasting marshmallows over a cozy campfire, seasonal music and our Christmas tree forest. This event is free of charge for children of all ages! In addition to the dates listed, Santa will also be here on Dec. 24th from 11 am - 4 pm!

Handcrafted ornaments with a Victorian flair, antiques, vintage collectibles, oddities, Mount Tabor gift items, and the annual "fill-a-tin" Cookie Walk. Members of the Mount Tabor Historical Society have donated vintage items to support the mission of the Society, to restore and preserve the Victorian heritage of Mount Tabor and its roots as a Methodist "camp meeting' and to plan for the future, in harmony with the past. No admission charge. Do some holiday shopping while supporting the Mount Tabor Historical Society. Park at the post office at 26 Simpson Ave, Mount Tabor, NJ and walk up the pedestrian path to the Bethel in Trinity Park. December 13, 14 & 15 Friday will be Members-Only Night 6pm - 8pm, $10.00 admission (10% Discount for Members-Only) Saturday 10am -4pm and Sunday noon - 4pm, free admission

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

Chester Brass Works Quartet Ensemble

Come hear a festive mix of classical and popular holiday music presented by the amazing Chester Brass Works Quartet Ensemble. Strolling throughout Historic Downtown Chester to brighten your holiday shopping and dining experience on Sundays, Dec. 1st, 8th, and 15th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Ron Albanese as ‘Elvis the Elf”

Bring the kids for a great "Selfie" with Santa's Favorite Singing Elf - ELVIS! Performing throughout Downtown Chester on Sundays, Dec. 15th and 22nd from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Santa’s Comin’ to Town!

Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick will be spreading holiday cheer and giving good little boys and girls a chance to join him in some ‘Santa Selfies.’ Meandering merrily throughout Downtown Chester on Sat., Dec. 7th, Sun., Dec. 15th, and Sat., Dec. 21st from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm.

Docent and architectural historian Alison Grenier-Poupel will lead an interior and exterior tour of Morris County’s most magnificent building. Built as a library in 1899, it was given to the residents of Madison by Gilded Age millionaire D. Willis James, and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Alison is a former member of the French Ministry of Culture, and has worked with restorers, architects and other professionals in Paris and at the Cathedral in Lyon, France. Registration is required. Register here: https://app.donorview.com/qeWe.

MCS Music Director Jason Tramm leads the distinguished Morris Choral Society and featured guest soloist, organist Patrick Jones in “Baroque Jewels and Songs of the Season.” Christmas masterworks from the 17th and 18th century open the jubilant concert featuring the rarely performed “Messe de Minuit pour Noël” or "Midnight Mass” by Marc-Antoine Charpentier followed by selections from George Frideric Handel's “Messiah.” An energizing holiday soundscape of favorite seasonal songs from throughout the decades follows intermission, with a special guest appearance by the popular vocal ensemble Express Male.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

The Morris Museum commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance Day (January 27) with an exhibition of paintings by David Friedmann (1893-1980), a renowned portrait artist in Germany and Prague in the 1920s and 1930s before his deportation to Lodz Ghetto in 1941. The works on view capture Friedmann's haunting memories as a survivor of the Holocaust—from life in the Ghetto, to internment at Auschwitz-Birkenau, Gleiwitz I, and Blechhammer concentration camps—until his liberation in 1945. 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 except December 30, 2019 and January 20, 2020.

Celebrate the Seasonal Holidays with The Folk Project. Come on by around 7:00PM to a sing-along with some favorite holiday carols with Andrew Dunn. The concert starts at 7:30PM featuring The Kitchen Girls, Martin Swinger, The Mother Pluckers, The One Uke Wonders, Dennis McDoNoUgh!, The Poorhouse Pickers, and Chrissy Roberts. With our favorite Holiday elf emceeing, Bob McNally.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

NJ Audubon: Nature Infused Yoga Fall/Winter Series Led by Kristin Mylecraine. Yoga Teacher & NJA 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. For ages 15 years and older. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring a yoga mat if you have one (some will be provided.) Walk-ins are welcome. When Saturdays, from November 2, 2019 through January 4, 2020 (9:30am to 10:45am). (Please note, there will be no class November 30, 2019 or December 28, 2019) Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 Cost & Registration Cost for all 8 classes: $88 members, $112 nonmembers. Cost per class: $12 members, $15 non-members. To register please call 908-396-6386. To register for the full 8-week session, registration is required prior to the first class. You may register for a single class.

Get into the Christmas spirit with a visit to our Country Christmas Corner featuring Santa himself! Be sure to bring a camera to capture a special photo with Santa. Enjoy roasting marshmallows over a cozy campfire, seasonal music and our Christmas tree forest. This event is free of charge for children of all ages! In addition to the dates listed, Santa will also be here on Dec. 24th from 11 am - 4 pm!

SC3 Holiday Music / Outdoor DJ Entertainment

Renowned DJ Chris Schmidt of S.C.3. Entertainment will be streaming classic holiday tunes from his "Decked-Out" trailer on Main Street to make the *Season Bright and Festive* while you Shop, Dine & Explore Historic Chester! Spinning the "Sounds of the Season" throughout Chester’s Downtown Main Street on Fri., Nov. 29th & Sat., Dec. 21st from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

Santa’s Comin’ to Town!

Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick will be spreading holiday cheer and giving good little boys and girls a chance to join him in some ‘Santa Selfies.’ Meandering merrily throughout Downtown Chester on Sat., Dec. 7th, Sun., Dec. 15th, and Sat., Dec. 21st from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm.

Santa’s Comin’ to Town!

Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick will be spreading holiday cheer and giving good little boys and girls a chance to join him in some ‘Santa Selfies.’ Meandering merrily throughout Downtown Chester on Sat., Dec. 7th, Sun., Dec. 15th, and Sat., Dec. 21st from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm.

Russian-American violinist Yevgeny Kutik immigrated to the U.S. with his family at the age of five. His parents were only able to bring two suitcases with them on this journey yet prioritized bringing their sheet music. Kutik has captivated audiences worldwide with his poetic and imaginative playing, and in this intimate concert he plays the music from the suitcase in a program that honors his Jewish cultural and musical heritage.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

Celebrate this Winter Solstice, with Grow It Green Morristown and your community with an evening outdoors at the Early Street Community Garden. Enjoy s’mores and songs by the fire, and renew your spirit with relaxing yoga poses on our newly renovated event space! Learn more about the solstice, let go of the past year's challenges and set positive intentions for 2020! Hope to see you as we unveil our new outdoor mural by local artist, Casey O’Brien. Thank you to our sponsors Kings Food Market, Smartworld Coffee, The Artist Baker and BeWell Integrative Health Services. This event is free and open to the public.  

Come Contra Dance with Sue Gola and Wry Bred - Julie Sorcek on flute & 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

Enjoy a holiday buffet brunch with relaxing holiday guitar music played by Matty D. Matty D. is an exciting and upcoming musician based in the New York City and Miami-Dade area. He performs with unique enthusiasm and creates a fun-loving atmosphere that transmits clearly to his audiences. He has performed as an opening act for major bands such as Dwight Yoakum, Steve Moakler, Blues Traveler and Lone Star. He will play a variety of holiday music throughout the Grain House Holiday Music Brunch. Adults: $29.95, Children 4-10 $12

Get into the Christmas spirit with a visit to our Country Christmas Corner featuring Santa himself! Be sure to bring a camera to capture a special photo with Santa. Enjoy roasting marshmallows over a cozy campfire, seasonal music and our Christmas tree forest. This event is free of charge for children of all ages! In addition to the dates listed, Santa will also be here on Dec. 24th from 11 am - 4 pm!

Ron Albanese as ‘Elvis the Elf”

Bring the kids for a great "Selfie" with Santa's Favorite Singing Elf - ELVIS! Performing throughout Downtown Chester on Sundays, Dec. 15th and 22nd from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

Join us for a special screening of the beloved 1971 film, Fiddler on the Roof, at 2:00PM in the Bickford Theatre. A milkman in a humble village works to find wealthy husbands for his daughters. He does so, struggling with poverty and his increasingly oppressive surroundings. Advance registration for the film is encouraged. Our Galleries will be open from 12:00PM – 5:00PM. Explore the Morris Museum’s permanent collection as well as special exhibitions.

Drop by and design your own Thomas Nast-inspired 2020 calendar. FREE with museum admission.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

New Jersey Ballet's Nutcracker enchants youngsters and grown-ups alike with splendid dancing, a live orchestra, and eye-popping special effects. Audiences of all ages will feel the holiday magic when the toys come alive and dance to the beloved music of this tale. New Jersey Ballet has thrilled audiences for more than half a century and nothing says "holiday magic" better than this classic show.

NJ Audubon: Nature Infused Yoga Fall/Winter Series Led by Kristin Mylecraine. Yoga Teacher & NJA 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. For ages 15 years and older. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring a yoga mat if you have one (some will be provided.) Walk-ins are welcome. When Saturdays, from November 2, 2019 through January 4, 2020 (9:30am to 10:45am). (Please note, there will be no class November 30, 2019 or December 28, 2019) Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 Cost & Registration Cost for all 8 classes: $88 members, $112 nonmembers. Cost per class: $12 members, $15 non-members. To register please call 908-396-6386. To register for the full 8-week session, registration is required prior to the first class. You may register for a single class.

Drop by and design your own Thomas Nast-inspired 2020 calendar. FREE with museum admission.

December 31, 2019 marks the 28th year of New Jersey’s biggest and brightest First Night, a New Year’s Eve family-friendly, alcohol-free celebration of the arts – with more than 100 artists, 44 events in 16 venues – representing dance, theatre, music, world cultures, visual arts and children’s programs. For all 28 years, Morris Arts has been First Night Morris’ artistic programmer, securing topflight talents who attract thousands from throughout the state and beyond. More than half of the program features new artists (or artists returning after several years), many of whom have performed at world class venues, won international recognition, performed on national radio/TV, in major films and/or collaborated with superstars of performing arts. On that night, one can experience everything from Korean drum dancers, a visit with “Mark Twain,” and a mind-reading mentalist, to award-winning jazz pianists, topflight comedians, virtuoso Chinese instrumentalists, adventures with a pirate queen and even a live reptile show. For a detailed overview of the complete program, visit www.morrisarts.org. For more information, the latest program updates, to volunteer or to purchase tickets, visit the First Night Morris County website at https://www.firstnightmorris.com or call the First Night Morris official ticketing partner, the Mayo Performing Arts Center box office at (973) 539-8008.

NJ Audubon: Nature Infused Yoga Fall/Winter Series Led by Kristin Mylecraine. Yoga Teacher & NJA 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. For ages 15 years and older. Please arrive 10 minutes early and bring a yoga mat if you have one (some will be provided.) Walk-ins are welcome. When Saturdays, from November 2, 2019 through January 4, 2020 (9:30am to 10:45am). (Please note, there will be no class November 30, 2019 or December 28, 2019) Where Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 07924 Cost & Registration Cost for all 8 classes: $88 members, $112 nonmembers. Cost per class: $12 members, $15 non-members. To register please call 908-396-6386. To register for the full 8-week session, registration is required prior to the first class. You may register for a single class.

A veritable “dream team” of virtuoso brass players and internationally acclaimed brass ensemble, The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is composed of some of America’s top brass musicians dedicated to bringing the joyous experience of great music to a wide range of audiences appearing on the world’s most prominent stages. “Rodney Marsalis effortlessly mixes classical, big band swing, New Orleans jazz and straight ahead jazz...” -Trevor Stottlemyer, The Global Café

Diego Figueiredo is one of the greatest guitarists I’ve seen in my whole life” raves George Benson. Together with Ken Peplowski – “arguably the greatest living jazz clarinetist” – these two virtuoso musicians bring the music of the famous album “Jazz Samba” that launched the Brazilian Bossa Nova craze in North America. The original album featured Charlie Byrd and Stan Getz and created an explosion of Grammy’s and Billboard hits.

A wicked black comedy about female friendship and growing up in an age of excess. Ten years out of high school, Regan, Gena, and Katie convene in the luxurious bridal suite of their old friend, Becky, the night before her wedding. Fueled by jealously and resentment, the girls embark on a night of debauchery that goes from playfully wasted to devastatingly destructive. NextStage Rep productions are directed and/or choreographed by a theatre professional and performed by Centenary University theatre students working towards a career in theatre.

Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over 40 years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs.“The play stokes the heart and the funny bone in a show about show business ...” - New York Times

Pre-concert chat at 7:15 pm Single ticket: $60 The Hungarian György Ligeti was one of the 20th century’s greatest musical innovators. His effervescent Six Bagatelles for wind quintet connected the music of his great influence, Bartók, to the language of the future. This outstanding collection of internationally-renowned wind players, joined by pianist Michael Brown, offers wind ensemble classics of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries.

Focusing on mental health with the major new cantata Open Minds by Rob Redei on poetry by Deborah Kennedy; more information may be found at www.openmindssavelives.org

This two-act ballet is a lively re-telling of the well-known fairytale about a brother and sister who wander into a forest where they are captured by a witch in a fantastic gingerbread house. In a classic good-triumphs-over-evil plot, the spunky youngsters defeat the witch, free other children she had baked into gingerbread, and are reunited with their loving parents in the happily-ever-after finale. The ballet incorporates the beautiful music of Engelbert Humperdinck, including his “Fourteen Angels” bedtime prayer and features New Jersey Ballet’s original “storyteller” narration so even the littlest theatergoer can keep up with ease.

Storytelling and music is a powerful combination depicting life’s events. Join us for a musical journey starring last season’s Irish Tenor, Tim Smith, in a new show that shows our beginnings never know our endings.

When New Jersey Ballet premiered Don Quixote in 2011, it made it to the Star-Ledger’s prestigious Top Ten dance events of the year. Don Quixote is rich in Spanish color, flavor, and the laugh-out-loud humor of Cervantes’ masterpiece about an old knight, his squire, and their foray into the age of chivalry. The company chose Don Quixote because “it is a joyous ballet with outstanding choreography by Gorsky; a delightful spectacle popular with audiences,” said New Jersey Ballet Director Carolyn Clark. “It’s also a wonderful opportunity for the company to present another full-length ballet to the people of New Jersey.”

Legendary Seamus Egan plays the Irish flute, tenor banjo, guitar, mandolin and tin whistle, among other instruments. “From his beginnings as a teen prodigy, to his founding of the Irish-American powerhouse band Solas, to his current project touring with friends and musical guests, Egan has helped define the sound of Irish music today.” - Methow Arts

Winner of the 1993 Obie Award, Marisol is an apocalyptic urban fantasy which urges society to “wake up” and somehow find a way to recover the long lost and much-needed compassion for our fellow man. This is the only way to save our world. “... Rivera’s dialogue is poetically powerful” – BackStage. NextStage Rep productions are directed and/or choreographed by a theatre professional and performed by Centenary University theatre students working towards a career in theatre.

Pre-concert chat at 7:15 pm Single ticket: $60 “I saw a mighty angel descend from heaven, clad in mist.” So begins Olivier Messiaen’s introduction to this work, composed and premiered in a prisoner of war camp, which transcends its medium to become one of music’s most powerful, life-changing experiences. Brahms in his most introspective mood, and Stravinsky nodding to the Classical style, lead to Messiaen’s mesmerizing, mystical depiction of the apocalypse, amid bird calls, the sound of seven trumpets, and a final, hypnotic affirmation of immortality.

Inspired by the true story of Hackettstown resident Ada Lunardoni and her fellow team mates. At the Captain’s Ball on the SS Manhattan, U.S. female gymnasts in their 20s cross the ocean on their way to the 1936 Berlin Olympics. On the ship, they get to know each other, and ultimately meet Jesse Owens, sitting alone at a table as the dance music plays.

An evening of wine, savory and sweet goodies, and Broadway songs, including a silent auction; all proceeds benefit Harmonium’s mission to inspire and transform our community through music.

Now in its 29th season, the WPS is a developmental program dedicated to providing a working forum for the unique and under served voice of women writing for the theatre today. Plays presented in the developmental WPS program are finalists in the Susan Glaspell Award competition, and are under consideration for full production in a subsequent season at CSC. The WPS has helped to develop the work of over 70 playwrights producing more than 15 world premieres

Amy Yang, Piano General Admission: $35 Amy Yang, hailed by the Washington Post as a “jaw-dropping pianist who [steals] the show ... with effortless finesse,” returns to Drew with an impressive repetoire and skill. The 19th century was the age of the solo piano, and this program of mostly Romantic piano music promises a stunning performance. The exception is Avner Dorman’s (2014) three intermezzi “After Brahms”, written in reaction to Brahms’ own Three intermezzi of 1892. By programming Brahms’ and Dorman’s respective movements side-by-side rather than in sets, Ms. Yang provides a rare opportunity to compare and contrast their musical materials and expressions. The program also features shorter works — waltzes by Delibes and Sibelius, and a Brahms Hungarian Dance — as well as Schumann’s Op. 20 delightful Humoreske suite. Enjoy this glimpse into the various ideas and compositional approaches for the piano of the late 19th century.

MANSION IN MAY 2020-TYVAN HILL MORRISTOWN, NJ, June 25, 2019 – The Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center (WAMMC) is pleased to announce its 19th Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and Gardens at Tyvan Hill located in New Vernon, New Jersey. Tyvan Hill will open its doors to the public as the Mansion in May for 2020. The 10,000 square foot U-shaped brick and stone house mansion was designed by the prominent New York architectural firm of Peabody, Wilson & Brown for John Wesley Castles Jr. and his wife, Dorothea Bradford Smith, and built between 1928 and 1929. Tyvan Hill is typical of the large country residences built in New Vernon during the 1920s and features beautiful details, such as a curved staircase, paneling and elegant moldings, as well as an outdoor pool and pool house. In 1931, the Architectural League of New York awarded its silver medal to Peabody, Wilson & Brown for the firm's designs of a group of country residences, prominently including Tyvan Hill. John Wesley Castles Jr., a graduate of Yale and Columbia Law School, was first a Wall Street lawyer with the firm of Lord, Day & Lord and later an investment banker with the firm that became Smith, Barney & Co. He left the banking firm in 1941 to re-join the United States Army at the start of World War II. With the rank of colonel, he first served in the Tanks Corps at Fort Knox, Kentucky, and then served as deputy assistant chief of staff of the European Theater of Operations, based in England. Earlier, during World War I, as an Army captain, Castles served under then-colonel, later general, George S. Patton. Dorothea Bradford Smith Castles was a daughter of former Vermont Governor Edward Curtis Smith and granddaughter of J. Gregory Smith, who was governor of Vermont during the Civil War. Revisiting the country elegance of yesteryear, Tyvan Hill will once again be brought to life through the design inspirations of some of the metropolitan area’s leading interior designers and will feature approximately 40 design spaces, as well as multiple beautifully designed landscape areas. Mansion in May 2020 will be open to the public from May 1 to May 31, 2020 and will be available for private tours and private events. Advanced tickets will be available online and at select local retail locations in early 2020.

New Jersey Ballet presents an evening of works by American choreographers to music by American composers. The evening features the American Masterwork Rodeo, by Agnes de Mille, which forever changed the face of ballet in America.

One of New Jersey Ballet’s most popular productions for children, Cinderella is a two-act romp through the well-known fairy tale in which a girl loses a dancing slipper and lives happily ever after with a prince. See the hours of the clock come to life, a Fairy Godmother, beautiful Fairies of the Four seasons in the enchanted garden, and the pumpkin which turns into a coach before your very eyes! Splendid sets and costumes, glorious dancing, New Jersey Ballet’s hallmark “storyteller” narration makes sure even the littlest theater-goers can keep up with ease.