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Find the best things to do in NJ this weekend, including food festivals, concerts, family-friendly events, performances and art exhibits. Our events calendar is your go-to guide for fun in New Jersey.

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Adventure Aquarium | Super-Sized Sand Sculptures
When: Thursday, March 23, 2023 - Sunday, April 16, 2023
Venue - City: Adventure Aquarium - Camde3n
Adventure Aquarium is bringing the shore indoors from March 23 – April 16 with Super-sized Sand Sculptures presented by Visit New Jersey.

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10th Annual Spring Model Train Show
When: Saturday, March 25, 2023 - Sunday, March 26, 2023
Venue - City: Garden State Model Railway Club - North Haledon
The Garden State Model Railway Club train show features two large layouts with train operations representing all eras, including specialty trains. Come see some of the famous trains of the past and present, including regular appearances by Thomas the Tank Engine and his Friends. Parents and kids can get an up and close view and tour of our layouts, including the planning and construction of our second display in progress. In addition to our HO-scale trains featured, we offer a play area for children to play with and even run trains while mom and dad can relax, and are offering items for sale in case you wish to expand your train collection for home!

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Maker’s Day in Bridgeton
When: Saturday, March 25, 2023
Venue - City: STEAMWorks - Bridgeton
Don’t miss Maker’s Day! A family-friendly opportunity to experiment with interactive STEAM activities and presentations, and maker culture, supported by New Jersey STEM Month.

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Sew a Pet Bandana Free Workshop
When: Saturday, March 25, 2023
Venue - City: The Eclectic Chic Boutique - Montclair
Want to make fashion accessories for your dog, cat, ferret, or other pet? Join us for a FREE workshop on how to sew a cute bandana for your pet! Your instructor will provide a sewing machine and fabrics for each participant. Each participant will make 2 pet bandanas. Participants can take one pet bandana home and the second will be donated to the Montclair Animal Shelter. This is a fun activity for those who want to learn how to sew, or who want to have a fun day out with a friend, family, kids, or co-workers.

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March Indoor Flea and Craft Market
When: Saturday, March 25, 2023
Venue - City: SS Peter & Paul Church Hall - Somerset
Get ready for Spring on Saturday, March 25, at the Indoor Flea and Craft Market at SS Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church Hall, 285 Hamilton St, Somerset NJ 08873. Market hours will be 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

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Easter Bunny Pet Night
When: Monday, March 27, 2023
Venue - City: Westfield Garden State Plaza - Paramus
Bring your furry friend(s) to the mall to capture a photo with the Easter bunny on Monday, March 27 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM.

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BRING YOUR OWN BABY (BYOB) MATINEE AT THE CLAIRIDGE!
When: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Venue - City: The Clairidge - Montclair
Come see a newly released film in an environment that’s friendly to parents and caregivers of new babies. Crying babies and nursing mothers welcomed. Socialize with other new parents and bond over the joys of parenthood. No judgment. Just movies.

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The Easter Bunny Train Ride and Easter Egg Hunt
When: Saturday, April 01, 2023 - Sunday, April 09, 2023
Venue - City: The Delaware River Railroad Excursions - Phillipsburg
Ride the Easter Bunny Train Ride and visit with Mr. Bunny on the train. Your ride will wind along the scenic Delaware River leaving from the Historic District of Phillipsburg, New Jersey. The train will travel along the river to Carpentersville and our destination will be the site of the historic Lime Kilns. In front of the 150 year old Lime kilns is a beautiful little glade filled with Easter eggs!

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Sonny the Bunny returns for the 2023 Colossal Carrot Adventure!
When: Saturday, April 01, 2023 - Wednesday, March 01, 2023
Venue - City: iPlay America - Freehold
This event is FREE to you and your family. You have the opportunity to take photos with Sonny the Bunny, hop along the bunny trail to collect eggs filled with treats, enjoy fun activities and a photo booth. Plus, enter the raffle to win prizes including an iPlay America Mega Birthday Party and a piece of diamond jewelry for the adults!

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Bunny Bottom Hot Chocolate Bomb Making Workshop
When: Sunday, April 02, 2023
Venue - City: The Eclectic Chic Boutique - Montclair
Learn how to create deliciously adorable bunny themed hot chocolate bombs! In this class you will learn how to work with chocolate melts, how to use professional molds, and how to fill, seal and decorate your chocolate bombs. Your teacher will provide you with the bunny tail and feet to add and share how to can use fun candy molds to make custom hot chocolate bombs. This is a great class to take as a family, with friends, co workers, or join in just for fun. Makes a great treat to share for easter or spring time activities.

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