Weekend: Fishing, Concerts, Sheep Shearing, Twilight Cycling

Start planning for the weekend:

Local: Friday

When/Where: , 161 E Hanover Ave, May 12-15
Why Go: Some of the acts slated to perform are: "The Free-Style Thrill Riders" The ATV 4-Wheelers "The Sensational Shawn Marren" The Human Cannonball "Dulce & Benito" The Quick-Change Act.

 
When/Where: , Fri., May 13 at 6:00 p.m.
Why Go: Morristown High School is celebrating it’s  in the high school cafeteria. This year's theme is Hawaiian Luau and our high school students will be serving dinner to local senior citizens as well as dancing with our guests. For more information, call or text Lori Taylo Hoenes, MHS iProm Co-Chair, 973.216.9240.

Where/When:  in Morris Township on Friday from 7 to 10 p.m.
Why Go: Because the party will have a boardwalk theme, a Bruce Springsteen cover band and refreshments.
Pricing: For more information, call 973-971-3706

Where/When: At the  on Friday from 12:15 to 12:55 p.m.
Why Go: Because pianist Jonathan Comisar and vocalist Galit Dadoun will perform Sephardi and Israeli folk. And, lunch will be available by Morristown caterers C’est Cheese.
Pricing: Free

Where/When:  in Morristown on Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Because Orlando has been performing for nearly four decades and will sing some of his fan’s favorites, including “Knock Three Times.”
Pricing: Ranges from $42 to $77.

Local: Saturday

Uncle Frank's Fishing Contest
When/Where: Sat., May 14th from 7–10:30 a.m., at Community Park Pond.
Why Go: Because this annual fishing contest presided over by Mayor Frank Druetzler, a.k.a, "Uncle Frank," is a tradition of many years in the borough. It is sponsored by the Morris Plains Rotary and open to residents 13 years old or younger.
Price: Free.

Where/When:  in Morris Township on Saturday, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Why Go: Because children between ages 5 to 8 with their parents or guardians can choose a plot and help farmers plant peas and potatoes.

Where/When:  in Morris Township on Saturday, 12:30 to 1 p.m.
Why Go: Because classic cartoons will be shown on the big screen at the Bickford Theatre.
Pricing: Admission to the museum is $10 for adults, $7 for children and seniors, free for children younger than three.


Where/When:  in Morristown on Saturday, 1 p.m.
Why Go: “Planet Earth: Jungles” will be shown on the big screen in the Bickford Theatre.
Pricing: Admission to the museum is $10 for adults, $7 for children and seniors, free for children younger than three.


Where/When:  in Morris Township on Saturday, 2 p.m.
Why Go: Because children ages 5 and older can learn the scientific method through hands-on experience.
Pricing: Free for museum members, $3 plus museum admission for non-members.

Local: Sunday

Where/When:  in Morris Plains on Sunday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Why Go: Because 10 percent of sales will benefit the Morris Plains Fire Department.

Outside the Patch:

 
Where/When:  in Succasunna on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m.
Why Go: Because prices are as low as 25 cents and there are thousands of selections, including children’s books, DVDs, music and more.
Pricing: Ranges from 25 cents to $3.


Where/When:  in Montville on Friday at 7 p.m.
Why Go: Because admission comes with soft drinks, coffee and tea, entrees, dessert and comedy. BYOB. Proceeds benefit the Montville Township High School athletic department.
Pricing: $55 per person


Where/When:  on Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Singer/songwriter Allyssa Bonagura will open for Baillie and the Boys. BYOB.
Pricing: $18 at the door.


Where/When: Black River Playhouse in Chester on Friday at 8 p.m.
Why Go: Because this comedic drama stars local actors and actresses, including Jill Bormann of Morristown and Steven Nitka and Carol Holland of Long Valley.
Pricing: $18; $16 for seniors or students.

When/Where: Bridgewater-Raritan High School, Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
Why Go:  The orchestra will play a wide range of music from Brahm's Academic Festival Overture to Harry Potter Highlights.
Pricing: Free. Donations are accepted at the door.

When/Where: Planetarium at Raritan Valley Community College, Branchburg, Saturday at 4 p.m.
Why Go: Lasers and plenty of popular music by U2, The Beatles and Lady Gaga.
Pricing: $6 per person.

When/Where: Duke Farms, Hillsborough, Saturday, 6 to 8 p.m.
Why Go: Bike your way past the blossoming of spring under the beauty of the setting sun.
Pricing: $10 per person. $5 per child in a bike seat or a trailer. Registration required.

GRAB & GO KIDS PLANNER


Where/When:  in Hopatcong, Thursday from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m.
Why Go: Because all ages can learn how to protect themselves with martial arts.
Pricing: $10.


Where/When:  on Thursday, 8:30 to 11 p.m.
Why Go: Because there will be a full backline and P.A. as well as CD accompaniment available, for all ages.
Pricing: Free


Where/When:  in Parsippany on Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: Eric Komar, Jewish folk, jazz and rock musician will perform.
Pricing: Free


Where/When:  in Chatham on Sunday, 1 to 2 p.m.
Why Go: Because all ages can work together to solve nature riddles.
Pricing: $3.

When/Where: Wagner Farm Arboretum, Warren, Friday through Sunday
Why Go:  The garden is blooming with children's activities, contests, plant sale and shopping for all.
Pricing: Free admission

When/Where: The , Princeton, Friday through Sunday. Friday performance is at 8 p.m. Saturday performances are at 3 and 8 p.m. Sunday performances are at 2 and 7:30 p.m. 
Why Go: Enjoy an unexpected, delightful twist on a favorite fairy tale.
Pricing:  Tickets range from $20 to $75

When/Where: , Environmental Center, Friday at 10 a.m.
Why Go:  Children ages 3 to 5 can grab their boots and discover what's happening in the slimy, slippery mud.
Pricing:  $10 per child and parent and $5 per additional child. Registration required.

When/Where: Cooper Gristmill, Chester, Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Why Go:  Meet baby lambs and watch hand shearing of sheep. Crafts and hands-on activities for all.
Pricing:  Free. Donations accepted.