Share a ride on the train with the Easter Bunny! Trains leave every half hour from noon to 4:30 p.m. All riders require tickets, regardless of age, for special event trains. More information  

From Sweeta Boo’s Cakery & Catering: Sweeta Boo’s Cakery & Catering leads this creative and interactive class, Sugar Pushers. Kids 7 and up will learn and practice basic cupcake piping techniques and then decorate four of their own. Younger children will work freeform, with a little adult help. Everyone takes their delicious creations home in carry-out containers to keep the designs safe – if there are any left! More information

From Old Mill Inn: Easter will be here before you know it! It’s time to make your reservations for our Easter Brunch Buffet at the Olde Mill Inn or the Grain House.  Our chefs will prepare a delicious assortment of celebratory foods for you and your guests so that you can simply enjoy Easter with family and friends! We will also offer a buffet with dinner items starting at 4:00 pm. $58 Adults, $24 Children Ages 4-11, 20% Service Charge & Sales Tax Apply More information

From The Shannon Rose Irish Pub: The Shannon Rose Irish Pub’s Easter Brunch will feature a carvery station offering Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast and Honey-Roasted Ham, omelets prepared to order and a chef’s table buffet with an array of starters, traditional breakfast favorites and Irish brunch dishes, including Shepherd’s Pie and Jameson Shrimp. A Kids’ Knee-High Buffet, with food options like macaroni & cheese, chicken fingers and cheeseburger sliders, will also be available at both restaurants. Additionally, children should remember to “BYOB” – bring your own basket – to collect colorful eggs full of goodies hidden throughout the restaurant during the Kids’ Easter Egg Hunt beginning at 11am. Children will also have the opportunity to pose for pictures with the Easter Bunny himself! Tickets for the Easter Brunch are $35 per adult and $15 for children ages 3-12. Reservations are strongly encouraged, as space is limited. More information

From Somerset Patriots: Come out and enjoy the start of the 2019 season followed by the best fireworks show In New Jersey Friday, April 26 at 7:05. The first 5,000 Fans in attendance will receive a Schedule Magnet More information

From Island Heights Earth Day: We will have Eco Friendly Vendors and Stands with information about different topics related to green living and the environment. Also stop by and learn more about our community and volunteering opportunities! Get FREE seedlings of native shrubs in exchange of a bag of litter! We encourage volunteers to come for a Town-wide Cleanup, gardens and Bioswale maintenance, enjoy our town’s beautiful views while helping the environment. Bring your children to our Eco Crafting Stand and learn more about recycling and composting! More information

From Rutgers University: Welcome to Rutgers Day with activities in Camden, New Brunswick, and Newark Join us for Rutgers Day, a free day-long event on Saturday, April 27, 2019, where you can explore your state university. Experience hands-on learning activities, enjoy entertaining stage performances, and see exhibitions and demonstrations hosted by our accomplished professors, staff, and students from Rutgers University–Camden, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences, Rutgers University–New Brunswick, and Rutgers University–Newark.

From The Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood: This free event reveals the exciting world of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and math) education to students and their families, with more than 25 demonstrations and interactive activities for ages 4 to 94. By trying their hands at woodworking, electronics tear-down, computer coding and crafts, students discover that “learning by doing” is inspirational, educational, engaging, and down-right fun! Maker Madness is open to all school-age children in the community and anyone who wants to experiment with building and creating. The day will feature a wide range of activity stations with guidance from teachers, artisans and other “makers” from the community. More information 

From Morris Parks Commission: Celebrate spring, and join a fun and unique experience of turning fleece into woolen fiber at a NEW location. Spend a day on the farm, and watch a live sheep shearing as it was done in the past without electricity. Enjoy hands-on activities, such as weaving and crafting, meet the cute baby lambs, and tour the Foster family’s 1854 Gothic revival-style mansion, the Willows. More information

From Liberty Hall Museum: Dust off your superhero costumes and unite with other caped crusaders at Liberty Hall! Participate in a variety of fun activities to test your superhuman powers, make a craft and snack on super delicious treats! Don’t forget your camera; Captain America & Captain Marvel will make an appearance! Recommended for ages 5-10. Program Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Program Fee: $25.00 per child & one adult, additional adults $5.00; $20.00 for museum members Reservations required by April 20 Click here to make a reservation Please call 908-527-0400 or email libertyhall@kean.edu More information

From Nutley Parks and Rec: Chalk Festival for all Ages Chalk for a Cause Relay for Life “Believe in Hope” $20.00 for a 10x10ft Spot (all donations for Relay for Life) More information 

From Six Flags: Autism Day at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, New Jersey returns May 8, 2019 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Custom Education Foundation, Gersh Academy, and their partners are heading to Six Flags Great Adventure for a sensory-friendly day where individuals of all ages on the autism spectrum, their educators, friends, and families can enjoy the day together. TICKETS BUY TICKETS NOW $39.99 + tax per person! NEW GROUP RATE: $36.99 + tax PLUS RECIEVE 1 FREE FOR EVERY 10 PURCHASED! ORDER FORM Get on the list email: njspecialevents@sixflags.com Custom Education transforming the park: Designated decompression areas, stocked with sensory-friendly items like iPads, will be set up throughout the park, available only on the event day. Adjustments to the lights and music making it friendlier for the day of the event* Meet your national & local autism community! Learn what support, resources and services are available to you and your family. In addition to Six Flags staff, a limited number of highly-trained special education staff from the Gersh Academy will be available throughout the park all day to assist families in whatever they may need. *Please note that while every attempt has been made to create a sensory-friendly environment, due […]