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Dancing and Drinking, Mutts and Music This Weekend

Fourth of July weekend is almost here.

Time to start planning for a fun Fourth of July weekend. Here are some ideas:

Where/When: From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday at Pioneer Park, 3 Speedwell Ave. in Morristown.
Why Go:
 IABC-NJ is hosting an after-work networking event where participants can enjoy the fun and frozen pleasure of South Street Creamery's ice cream cart after work.
Pricing: 
$25 at the door.

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Where/When:
 From 7 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday at  in Morristown.
Why Go:
 To experience an insightful pre-performance talk by a Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey artist who will provide background information and an expert’s perspective on "A Midsummer Night’s Dream."
Pricing: $5 general admission, $4 for subscribers.


Where/When:
 From 7:45 to 9:15 p.m. on Thursday at the .
Why Go:
 To enjoy an hour and a half of social dancing in a beautiful ballroom environment. 
Pricing: 
Free for current students, $15 for the public.

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Where/When:
 From 6 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at the .
Why Go:
 To enjoy a fun beginner group run. 
Pricing: 
Free.


Where/When:
 From 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at  in Morristown.
Why Go:
 All young professionals, ages 21 39, are welcome at this Independence Day celebration, so long as they've got tickets and they're wearing red, white, or blue (or all three). There will be colorful drink specials and a private room packed full of young professionals ready to celebrate into the night.
Pricing:
 $5 online at NJYP.org, or $10 at the door.


Where/When:
 From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at the .
Why Go:
 It's a good way to help out, and you get something in return. 
Pricing: 
Free.

 
Where/When:
 At 8:30 a.m. on Sunday at .
Why Go:
 You’re interested in a 30- to 50-mile, hilly bike ride.
Pricing: 
Free.


Where/When:
 From 9 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday at  in Morristown.
Why Go:
 Because you want to enjoy a night of music this weekend.
Pricing:
 No cover.


Where/When:
 From 10 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Sunday at the  in Morris Township.
Why Go:
 You'll discover how local transportation has changed over the past century.
Pricing:
 $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $4 for children ages 6 to 14, and $2 for children ages 2-3.


Where/When:
 From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday at the Merchant Block of Morris Plains.
Why Go:
 You can pick up some homemade mozzarella and ravioli, freshly baked bread and some of New Jersey's best cheesecakes.
Pricing:
 Bring your wallet.


Where/When:
 From 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday at :  in Morristown.
Why Go:
 Because this historic Morristown walking tour covers nearly a mile within Morristown’s historic district, including more than 300 years of Morristown history.
Pricing:
 $10.

 

Where/When: From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday at Railroad Plaza and Fairmont Avenue in Chatham.
Why Go:
 To get some of the best Jersey Fresh produce, Jersey Shore seafood, pasture-raised meat, poultry and eggs, honey, baked goods, fresh mozzarella, specialty prepared foods of all kinds and more. The market will also have cooking demonstrations.
Pricing:
 Bring your wallet.


Where/When:
 From 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday at the .
Why Go:
 Your well-behaved, leashed dog will enjoy the first annual Muttini Mixer/Yappy Hour. It's really called that.
Pricing:
 $35.

 
Where/When:
 From 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday at the .
Why Go:
 All teens and adults are invited to learn the art of screen printing. Participants will make their own stencils for use on T-shirts and totes.
Pricing:
 $5.

When/Where: Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Black River Playhouse in Chester.
Why Go: 
To enjoy the poignant story of two unconquerable women. It's an emotional musical based on American royalty. 
Pricing: 
$24 general admission, or $22 for seniors and students $22. Reservations are recommended. 


When/Where: 
At 7 p.m. on Thursday at the  in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: 
Brian Richards will present magic from around the world for tweens entering grades five and six. Comedy, juggling, and audience participation will keeping you laughing and guessing ... "How'd he do that?"
Pricing
: Free.


When/Where: 
From 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday at  in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: 
For children infant to five to discover the shapes of nature in flowers, trees and in the sky while exploring the Great Swamp. Remember Mom, a little mud is allowed in the search for knowledge.
Pricing: $10 per child and parent and $5 per additional child. Registration required.



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