Morris County to Hold Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade

If you're in the St. Patrick's Day spirit this weekend, we know a place where you can see a whole lot of green. The Morris County St. Patrick's Day Parade will be held in Morristown on Saturday.

But, just in case you're not into getting stuck in a crowd of thousands of people, we've put together a few more options for you and your family.

Once again, we bring you the Grab & Go Kids Planner. It's our weekly list of kid-friendly activities and places to try out. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance.

As always, help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips—if we missed anything, just leave us a comment letting us know!

Where/When: Starts at noon on the corner of South Street and James Street in Morristown on Saturday, March 12.
Why Go: Because there will be 20 bands and approximately 50,000 people in the parade or spectating and because the parade is family oriented. Also, you'll be able to meet Patchers who'll have giveaways, and who can help you get your photo on Patch in just minutes.
Pricing: Free

 at Pyramid Mountain
Where/When: From 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the , which runs through Kinnelon, Boonton and Montville, on Saturday, March 12.
Why Go: Children ages 2 through 6, with an adult, can explore Pyramid Mountain and learn about natural life there, including what types of plants grow and what kind of animals live on the mountain.
Pricing: $2 per person, with pre-registration required at 973-334-3130

Stories and Crafts for 3- to 6-Year-Olds
Where/When: At the  on Thursday, March 10 at 1 p.m.
Why Go: Because children ages 3 through 6 can enjoy a story and make a take-home craft.
Pricing: Free, but registration is necessary by visiting the library or calling 973-838-3262

Where/When: At the  main branch from 4:15 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 10.
Why Go: Children in the first grade or higher can bring photos and other objects to create scrapbooks. The library will provide paper and decorations.
Pricing: Free

 at Pyramid Mountain
Where/When: From 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 10 at the, which runs through Kinnelon, Boonton, and Montville.
Why Go: If your family has a precocious gardener in it, age 12 or older, then this event should be fun. How to store, collect, and plant native seeds will be discussed.
Pricing: $5, pre-registration at 973-334-3130 required

Second Sunday Family Series: Native Plant Seed Balls
Where/When: From 1 to 3 p.m. at the  on Sunday, March 13.
Why Go: Because families can make seed balls, which help with pollination, from seeds and clay while learning about native plants.
Pricing: $20 per family, pre-registration required at 973-326-7601

“Rapunzel - A Brush With Fate!” Performance
Where/When: Saturday March 12 at 11 a.m. and at 1 p.m. will be the final two chances to see a performance of this modernized version of Rapunzel at the Pax Amicus Castle Theatre in Budd Lake.
Why Go: Because the story is a classic, even if the description on the Pax Amicus website refers to Rapunzel’s split ends and her use of a hair dryer.
Pricing: $12