What to do in New Jersey this weekend. May 29-31, 2009
May 27, 2009 by admin
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| Go Kids NJ – This is a great weekend to visit the Jersey Shore, which is hosting another action packed blockbuster weekend, to kick off the early summer season. The NJ State Chili & Salsa Cookoff returns this weekend to the Jersey Shore as hundreds of the area’s spiciest chefs compete for the title of best chili and best salsa in New Jersey. This is the only chili contest officially sanctioned by the International Chili Society.The event happens in downtown Toms River, located just a mile from exit 82 on the Garden State Parkway. Just down the road, in Jackson Township, one of the shore’s largest and most successful carnivals returns at the 2009 St. Aloysius Summer Carnival which will include carnival rides, food, live music and tons of family entertainment Wednesday through Saturday night. While you’re in Jackson, be sure to check out the Ronald McDonald Walk with Ronald at Six Flags Great Adventure.
Wall Township will be host on Saturday to the Wall Township Festival held at the Wall Township municipal complex. eanwhile, further down the shore in Wildwood, N.J., the Jersey Shore Girl Scout Council is hosting their annual meet by the sea.
Here is a complete list of events this weekend in New Jersey, provided by GoKidsNJ, New Jersey’s #1 Family Entertaintment & Event website. Want to know What to do in New Jersey? Visit GoKidsNJ.Com |
| Michael Arnone’s Crawfish Fest Event Information Sussex County Fairgrounds Date: May 29,2009 Location: 37 Plains Rd., Augusta, NJ 07822 Get More Information: Michael Arnone’s Crawfish Fest |
| Sweeney Todd Event Information The Kelsey Theatre at Mercer Date: May 29,2009 Location: 1200 Old Trenton Rd., West Windsor, NJ 08550 Get More Information: Sweeney Todd |
| Schola Reprises ‘Space, Light and Discovery’ Program Event Information First Presbyterian Church Date: May 29,2009 Location: 15 Shuart Ln., Ramsey, NJ 07446 Get More Information: Schola Reprises ‘Space, Light and Discovery’ Program |
| Two Rivers Arts/Antique Show & Garden Tour Event Information Red Bank Armory Ice Complex Date: May 29,2009 Location: Chestnut St., Red Bank, NJ 07701 Get More Information: Two Rivers Arts/Antique Show & Garden Tour |
| Concert: Tom Rush Event Information Grounds For Sculpture Date: May 29,2009 Location: 18 Fairgrounds Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619 Get More Information: Concert: Tom Rush |
| Antique Show and Sale at Historic Lambert Castle Event Information Lambert Castle Date: May 29,2009 Location: Valley Road, Paterson, NJ 07503 Get More Information: Antique Show and Sale at Historic Lambert Castle |
| SOUNDPartnerships Event Information Westfield Symphony Orchestra Date: May 30,2009 Location: The Presbyterian Church in Westfield, NJ Get More Information: SOUNDPartnerships |
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| Pastel Artists Show Event Information Guild of Creative Art Date: May 30,2009 Location: 620 Broad St. (Rte. 35), Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 Get More Information: Pastel Artists Show |
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| Ocean Grove Giant Spring Flea Market Event Information Ocean Grove Date: May 30,2009 Location: Ocean Pathway, Ocean Grove, NJ 07756 Get More Information: Ocean Grove Giant Spring Flea Market |
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| SOUNDPartnerships Event Information SOUNDPartnerships Date: May 30,2009 Location: Mountain Ave., Westfield, NJ 07090 Get More Information: SOUNDPartnerships |
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| Antiques at Ramapo College Event Information Antiques Date: May 30,2009 Location: 505 Ramapo Valley Rd., Mahwah, NJ 07430 Get More Information: Antiques at Ramapo College |
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| 20th NJ State Chili & Salsa Cook Off Event Information 20th NJ State Chili Date: May 30,2009 Location: Washington St., Toms River, NJ 08753 Get More Information: 20th NJ State Chili & Salsa Cook Off |
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| Junie B. Jones Event Information Junie B. Jones Date: May 30,2009 Location: 1200 Old Trenton Rd., West Windsor, NJ 08550 Get More Information: Junie B. Jones |
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| Forbidden Broadway: 25th Anniversary Tour Event Information Forbidden Broadway Date: May 30,2009 Location: 173 Main St., Manasquan, NJ 08736 Get More Information: Forbidden Broadway: 25th Anniversary Tour |
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| Girl Scout Council of Southern New Jersey Event Information Girl Scout Council Date: May 30,2009 Location: 3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260 Get More Information: Girl Scout Council of Southern New Jersey |
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| Raising Moths and Butterflies – a Family Workshop Event Information a Family Workshop Date: May 30,2009 Location: 80 Route 206 South, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 Get More Information: Raising Moths and Butterflies – a Family Workshop |
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| Adult Workshops: Sculptural Ceramics Event Information Adult Workshops Date: May 30,2009 Location: 18 Fairgrounds Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619 Get More Information: Adult Workshops: Sculptural Ceramics |
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| Chandlers Apprentice – Candlemaking Event Information Chandlers Apprentice Date: May 30,2009 Location: 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960 Get More Information: Chandlers Apprentice – Candlemaking |
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| Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters Event Information Nature Unleashed Date: May 30,2009 Location: 222 Jersey City Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07305 Get More Information: Nature Unleashed: Inside Natural Disasters |
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| Spring Fine Art & Crafts at Nomahegan Park Event Information Spring Fine Art Date: May 30,2009 Location: Springfield Ave., Cranford, NJ 07016 Get More Information: Spring Fine Art & Crafts at Nomahegan Park |
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| Suningive’s Gardens in Bloom Tour Event Information Suningive’s Gardens Date: May 30,2009 Location: 120 Whites Bogs Rd., Browns Mills, NJ 08015 Get More Information: Suningive’s Gardens in Bloom Tour |
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| Memorial Day Arts & Crafts Spectacular Event Information Memorial Day Arts Date: May 30,2009 Location: 6th St. & Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226 Get More Information: Memorial Day Arts & Crafts Spectacular |
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| Wall Township Festival 2009 Event Information Wall Township Date: May 30,2009 Location: 2205 Rt. 35, Sea Girt, NJ 07719 Get More Information: Wall Township Festival 2009 |
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| Somerset County 5K Walk for Life and Breath on 5/30 Event Information American Lung Association Date: May 30,2009 Location: Duke Island Park, Old York Road, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 Get More Information: Somerset County 5K Walk for Life and Breath on 5/30
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Star Kids Snack & Play Travel Tray
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Building a Parenting Agreement That Works: How to Put Your Kids First When Your Marriage Doesn’t Last (Paperback)
May 20, 2009 by admin
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Review”Clear, practical advice on identifying everyone’s concerns, and strategies for effective negotiations.” — New York Daily News “Aims to show separating or divorcing parents how to overcome obstacles and build their own custody agreements.” — Washington Times A step-by-step guide meant to help even the most hostile couples work out terms for raising their children after the family splits. — Newsday
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Parenting Beyond Belief: On Raising Ethical, Caring Kids Without Religion (Paperback)
May 20, 2009 by admin
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Review
Engaging and down-to-earth,[this book is highly recommended for large public libraries and parenting collections. — Library JournalParents on both sides of the culture war will find this book a compelling read. — NEWSWEEK July 16, 2007
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How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk (Paperback)
May 20, 2009 by admin
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ReviewHow to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk is an excellent communication tool kit based on a series of workshops developed by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish. Faber and Mazlish (coauthors of Siblings Without Rivalry) provide a step-by-step approach to improving relationships in your house. The “Reminder” pages, helpful cartoon illustrations, and excellent exercises will improve your ability as a parent to talk and problem-solve with your children. The book can be used alone or in parenting groups, and the solid tools provided are appropriate for kids of all ages.
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From The Washington Post
“An excellent book that’s applicable to any relationship.”
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Screamfree Parenting: The Revolutionary Approach to Raising Your Kids by Keeping Your Cool (Paperback)
May 20, 2009 by admin
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Review
…a wonderful reference to parents, adult children, and frankly anyone. This was an absolute treat to read! — Lisa Uhl, MSN, Occupational Health Case Mgr, Mother of 3If I had a magic wand, I would give this book to every parent. It is a must-read! — John Lee, bestselling author of the Flying Boy and Growing Yourself Back UpScreamFree Parenting could enlighten many, stir a little positive karma into things, and turn lives around. — Mark James, MDThe priceless suggestions, reflective questions, and true stories set apart Runkel’s alluring, fascinating book…a fantastic endeavor… — From BookWire Review May, 2005
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Jonas Brothers, HSM, Suite Life and others to sail on Disney Cruise Lines.
May 18, 2009 by admin
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CELEBRATION, Fla., May 11, 2009 — In a Disney exclusive, numerous Disney Channel stars will set sail this summer, joining thousands of Disney Cruise Line guests aboard the Disney Wonder for eight special sailings during the first-ever “Disney Channel Summer at Sea,” presented by Kodak.
Speak to our Live Travel Advisor about this promotion: 1-800-780-5733 discount code 167976
“We’re thrilled to partner with Disney Channel and offer guests on our ship a unique opportunity to sail with Disney Channel stars,” said Disney Cruise Line President Karl Holz. “A cruise vacation with Disney Cruise Line is always a family-favorite and ‘Disney Channel Summer at Sea’ provides families another reason to set sail and experience the Disney difference.”
Popular stars from Disney Channel shows like “Hannah Montana,” “Sonny With A Chance,” “Wizards of Waverly Place,” “The Suite Life on Deck,” “JONAS,” “Camp Rock,” “High School Musical” and “Hatching Pete” will sail with guests on three- and four-night Bahamian cruises taking place July 9 through Aug. 2. During these themed sailings, Disney Channel stars will help pump up the volume during onboard deck parties and will join guests for Q & A and autograph sessions along with preview screenings of Disney Channel programming. The onboard fun culminates with a “Party with the Stars” event, an evening where guests can join the stars for a special live musical performance. As an added treat, Radio Disney will broadcast live from the ship during two of the cruises.
Aligning with Kodak’s “It’s Time to Smile” campaign, all Disney fans will be able to share in the ship-to-shore fun online. Select video-blog reporters onboard the ship will capture their magical vacation memories on a ‘KODAK Zi6 Pocket Video Camera’ and post video from their voyages at www.disney.com/summeratsea.
“At Kodak, we’re all about relationships. We bring people together through images and are thrilled to work with the Disney Channel to help Disney fans share their magical vacation memories,” said Kodak Chief Marketing Officer and Vice President Jeffrey Hayzlett.
Each cruise during “Disney Channel Summer at Sea” will include multiple Disney Channel stars. Among those scheduled to sail include Tiffany Thornton from “Sonny With A Chance” (July 9 & 12), Nicole Anderson from “JONAS” (July 9 & 12), Jason Earles from “Hannah Montana” (July 16 & 19), Mitchel Musso from “Hannah Montana” (July 19), Jason Dolley from “Hatching Pete” (July 23 & 26), Debby Ryan from “The Suite Life on Deck” (July 30) and Alyson Stoner from “Camp Rock” (Aug. 2). More stars will be announced shortly, guests can visit www.disneycruise.com/summeratsea frequently for up-to-date information on the lineup of stars sailing. (Talent is subject to change without notice.)
“Disney Channel Summer at Sea” adds to the family-friendly fun found onboard a Disney ship. Disney Cruise Line provides a vacation experience that every member of the family feels was created just for them. Families enjoy award-winning Broadway-style entertainment at the Walt Disney Theatre, play together at high-energy deck parties featuring the only fireworks display at sea and dine in three uniquely themed restaurants. Kids delight in their own dedicated spaces and become immersed in Disney stories with their favorite characters and hosted by specially trained youth counselors. While the kids are at play, parents can slip away and relax at the spa, soak up rays at the adult-only pool, dance the night away in the clubs, or enjoy an exquisite Northern Italian meal at Palo.
A leader in the family cruise segment, Disney Cruise Line offers three-, four- and seven-night itineraries to the Bahamas and the Caribbean with special voyages to the Mediterranean and Northern Europe on tap for 2010. “Disney Channel Summer at Sea” voyages are exclusive to three- and four-night itineraries on the Disney Wonder between July 9 and Aug. 2 with rates starting at $679 per person – based on double occupancy for a category 12 inside stateroom, not including government taxes and fees. Land/sea vacation packages that include a stay at Walt Disney World Resort are also available.
To learn more about Disney Cruise Line or to book a vacation, guests can speak to our Live Travel Advisor about this promotion: 1-800-780-5733 discount code 167976
New York City With Kids: Family Fun in NYC – Plus Day Trips Outside the City! (Open Road Travel Guides) (Paperback)
May 18, 2009 by admin
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Includes family oriented guides that provide readers with what they need to know – from child-friendly hotels and restaurants to entertainment and sights that everyone can enjoy.