It's a Weekend Full of Holiday Fun

The holidays are in full swing around here. Which means there are plenty of opportunities to get into the spirit, both here and around the region. Here is but a sampling. But, don't worry: These will be more than enough to give you that Yuletide Cheer!

And, if you're starting to get a little holidazed, there's other stuff happening, too.

Holiday Boutique
When/Where: The in Basking Ridge will hold its Holiday Boutique from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, with local vendors (children’s books, clothing, make up, skin care, jewelry, gourmet foods, etc.), great music, basket raffles and a cash for gold table for cash on the spot.
Why Go: The boutique will benefit the YMCA's dance team. Vendors include local artist Serena Bocchino, who will be selling her children's books, with her daughter, Rachel selling Unique Wrap bracelets and Trendy Tab Bracelets.
Cost: Bring your wallet



When/Where: Friday, 7 p
.m., Hopatcong High School.
Why Go: Because your donation will help Hopatcong families in need during the holidays.
Cost: $5 suggested donation.



Fall Showcase
When/Where: Chatham High School auditorium, Friday, 7:30 p.m.
Why go: See the best of what performers at Chatham High have to offer.
Price: $7/$5 for students

Kenny G: The Holiday Show
When/Where: Friday at 8 p.m., Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown
Why Go: Because Kenny G's jazzy clarinet gets you in the holiday spirit.
Cost: $57-97

Christmas at the Morristown Green
When/Where: Saturday, Sunday, various times in Morristown
Why Go: Because Santa will be there! And, other fun holiday stuff.
Cost: Free (For more information, visit the page)

Morristown EMS 3rd Annual Santa Run
When/Where: Saturday and Sunday starting at 10 a.m., all around Morristown
Why Go: You love Santa? Duh! Head to Longfellow's Deli from noon to 1 p.m. for a special Santa stop.
Cost: Free

When/Where: Saturday at 11 a.m., Madison Public Library
Why Go: Because the New Jersey author will read from his best-selling children's picture book, The Journey of the Noble Gnarble.
Cost: Free

When/Where: Saturday; play at 11 a.m. or 2 p.m.; tea service at 1 p.m., Jefferson Senior Center, 54 Schoolhouse Rd., Oak Ridge
Why Go: To see a great classic play and enjoy tea and crumpets
Cost: Play - $5 per seat; tea - $5 per seat, by reservation. Call 973-663-3340 or email jcp2009@verizon.net

When/Where: Saturday from 1-3 p.m. at Dewey's Comic City, 13 Park Ave., Madison
Why Go: Because the golden lariat will force you to admit: You love Wonder Woman.
Cost: Free

Photography 11 Exhibit
When/Where: The monthlong exhibit and sale featuring 28 area photographers will continue on weekends through Dec. 18 at the center at 650 King George Road in Basking Ridge. It is open from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.
Why Go: To view and possibly purchase works by some of the area's most talented photographers.
Cost: Free, bring your wallet.

When/Where: Saturday and Sunday 1-5 p.m. through Dec. 18; , 91 S. Beverwyck Road, Parsippany
Why Go: To feel like Santa by making a kid's holiday bright and merry
Cost: An unwrapped new toy

The Nutcracker: A Timeless Tale Revisited
When/Where: Saturday, 2:30 p.m., Morristown High School
Why Go: Because it's the holidays. And, really, The Nutcracker is about as holiday as Charlie Brown's Christmas special.
Cost: $25

Holiday Style: A Capella and More
When/Where: Saturday, 3 p.m. at The College of St. Elizabeth
Why Go: You enjoy a capella, and excuses to get into the holiday spirit.
Cost: $20

Full Moon Hike
When/Where: Saturday, 6 p.m. at Jockey Hollow, Morristown National Historical Park
Why Go: You want to enjoy the beauty of late fall in Morris County. Hot cider and mulled wine will be served at the end!
Cost: $10

When/Where: , 7 p.m. Saturday
Why go: Let the community band get you into the holiday spirit.
Price: Free

When/Where: Saturday at 7 p.m. at ,  879 S. Beverwyck Road, Parsippany
Why Go: To hear the soaring soprano of Cantor Inna Serebro-Litvak accompanied by pianist Iouri Grichetchkine and Adrian Danrov on cello
Cost: $18-$54; call Rich Cantor at 973-541-1600 or email richcan111@gmail.com.

All You Can Eat Breakfast
When/Where: Sunday at 8 a.m. with the Raritan Knights of Columbus on Anderson Street in Raritan.
Why Go: To enjoy a special holiday breakfast with omeletes, bacon, pancakes, French toast and more, all while supporting the Knights of Columbus and future charity endeavors.
Cost: $8 per person

"Reflections on My Life as a Rabbi"
When/Where: Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at the 
Why Go: To listen to Rabbi Sally J. Priesand, the first female formally ordained as a rabbi, speak about her experiences. The presentation is being sponsored by the Jewish Congregation of Kinnelon.
Cost: Free

Hanukkah Sale/Concert
When/Where: Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Martin and Edith Stein Assisted Living Residence on DeMott Lane in Somerset.
Why Go: To purchase gifts for those who are important to you from 15 different vendors, and to enjoy the music at 3 p.m. of the The Makhelat Ha’Mercaz.
Cost: Free, but bring money to purchase from the vendors.

When/Where: Sunday at 2 p.m., Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison
Why Go: Take in the beauty of the season with harpist Odarka Stockert as she delights with enchanting melodies. 
Cost: $10 for Non-Members, $5 for Members. 

When/Where: Sunday at 2 p.m. at 215 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes
Why Go: There's nothing like singing a Handel aria, and when the Masterwork Chorus sings, every valley is exalted.
Cost: $10