If you like ice skating, you can skate for a purpose this weekend at the . But even if you don't see yourself on ice, we have many more options for things you can do with or without the kids.
Where/When: 7 p.m. at the in Morris Township on Saturday, April 16.
Why Go: Because proceeds will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure, an organization that combats breast cancer and provides funding for research. Also, it’s a chance to see some figure skating stars.
Pricing: $20 for general admission seating.
Where/When: 8 p.m. at the in Morristown on Thursday, April 14.
Why Go: Because you’re a fan of Mathis, who has been performing since the 1950s, when he appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show.
Pricing: Tickets range from $85 to $150.
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Where/When: 2 p.m. at the Morris County Library in Whippany on Friday, April 15.
Why Go: Because all the films shown in April at the county library will be Oscar nominees. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: From 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, April 15 at the .
Why Go: Because this hike, hosted by the Great Swamp Watershed Association, will include games to learn more about sharpening our senses at night.
Pricing: Fee for non-members: $10 per adult; $5 per child 5 or older; $30 per family.
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Cinematic Titanic
Where/When: 8 p.m. on Friday, April 15 at the in Morristown.
Why Go: Because if you are a fan of “Mystery Science Theatre 3000,” then you will probably enjoy this live version, complete with the original cast of the television show.
Pricing: Tickets range from $27 to $37 and are available online.
Where/When: 7 p.m. at in Montville on Saturday, April 16.
Why Go: Because guests can check out a local comedian while grabbing some dinner at Suppa’s. Dinner is from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and the comedy begins at 9 a.m.
Pricing: $10 admission.
GRAB & GO KIDS PLANNER
Where/When: From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the on Thursday, April 14.
Why Go: Because children of all ages can stop by anytime during the workshop to make spring watercolor paintings.
Pricing: $5 per child.
Where/When: From 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at in Montville on Thursday, April 14.
Why Go: Because 20 percent of dinner sales will benefit the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in Montville, including takeout orders.
Pricing: Depends how much you eat!
Where/When: At 10 a.m. at the on Friday, April 15.
Why Go: Because children from age 2 to age 5, along with their families, can explore the museum’s new exhibit, “Digging Dinosaurs.”
Pricing: Free with museum admission.
Where/When: From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the on Saturday, April 16.
Why Go: Because there will be a carnival atmosphere for the kids, and a free two-minute oral cancer examination will be offered.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: From 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the in Kinnelon on Sunday, April 17.
Why Go: Because anyone age 7 or older can join the staff of Pyramid Mountain for this hike, which will take place during the setting sun and the rising moon. Flashlights are welcome.
Pricing: $5.
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