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Grab Your Mother and Enjoy a Car Show and Family Walk

Looking for exciting weekend activities and family-friendly fun? You're in the right place.

  • May 5, 2011
 

It's Mother's Day weekend, and there's plenty to do with the family and without, from horseback riding and a car show to Friday Night at the Opera and the Special Olympics.

Below is the combination of our weekly pick of weekend activities and our Grab & Go Kids Planner, offering both fun weekend activities and great family-friendly fun at the same time.

Here are this week's picks:

7th Annual Car Show
When/Where: Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. at the Bridgewater Township Library parking lot.
Why Go: Food, music, prizes and your vote counts!
Pricing: Free

Friday Night at the Opera: Massenet's Thais
When/Where: Friday at the Bernards Township Library at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go:  This marvelous production will satisfy both those who are tired of the standard operatic repertory, and those who prefer not to venture too far from it.
Pricing: Free 

Free Comic Book and DIY Artist Station
When/Where: Saturday at the Hillsborough Public Library.
Why Go: Manga giveaways and friends ... a great combo!  Test out your own artistic skills and create your own comic book drawing.
Pricing: Free 

Mother's Day Horseback Ride
When/Where: Sunday at the Lord Stirling Park Riding Stable from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Why Go: Treat Mom to a relaxing walk-only ride through the beautiful trails of the stables. The family can join her if she lets you!
Pricing: $25 for FLSS members; $30 for non-members; preregistration necessary 

Manhattan Comedy Night
Where/When: At 8 p.m. on Friday at the Community Theatre in Morristown.
Why Go: Because, if you’re looking for a laugh, this showcase of up and coming stand-up talent could do the trick.
Pricing: $25

GRAB & GO KIDS PLANNER

Family Fun Walk and Run 
When/Where: Saturday at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater at 9 a.m.
Why Go: Run, walk or just come out and enjoy the day while supporting Breast Cancer programs.
Pricing: $15 with advanced registration; $20 on day of event; children's events are free

Somerset 2011 Special Olympics Track and Field Event
When/Where:  Saturday at Bridgewater-Raritan High School from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Why Go: Cheer on these wonderful athletes! Volunteer your support and win much more than a trophy.
Pricing: Free

Alive at the EEC
When/Where: Daily through June 10 at the Lord Stirling Park, Environmental Education Center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Why Go: Check out the bright colors of the poison dart frogs and learn about reptiles and amphibians from around the world.
Pricing: Free

Make Mom a Tulip Planter or a Mother's Day Vase
When/Where: Saturday at Home Depot and/or Lowes. Check event details to see if you are able to surprise mom with both! 
Why Go: A  gift for Mom made with love and your own two hands.
Pricing: Free

Horse Drawn Wagon Ride
Where/When: From 10:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township on Saturday.
Why Go: Because this ride will be educational. Participants will learn about Charles Foster and his methods, crops and equipment in the early 20th century. Pre-registration required by calling 973-326-7645.

About this column: It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue with your best bets from around the area.

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