New Jersey Mom™ Event Calendar
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Messy Play in Basking Ridge
Covenant Chapel, 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge
Play&Swim – Mom’s Group at Five Star Swim School – Eatontown NJ
Five Star Swim School - Eatontown NJ 1 Corbett Way 07724, Eatontown
Messy Play in Basking Ridge
Covenant Chapel, 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 127 W. Oak Street, Basking Ridge
KPop Demon Hunters Q&A and Singalong at Maplewood Memorial Library
Maplewood Memorial Library 51 Baker Street, Maplewood
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
Museum of Jersey City History, located at the historic Apple Tree House 298 Academy Street, Jersey City
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
Museum of Jersey City History, located at the historic Apple Tree House 298 Academy Street, Jersey City
Week of Events
WinterFest Ice Skating
WinterFest Ice Skating
Is there anything better than lacing up some skates and hitting the ice with the family? Bundle up for the cold winter weather and spend the day enjoying gliding across…
Monday, January 26, 2026
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January 26, 2026 -Beyond the Bug Preschool Series
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January 26, 2026 -Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Beyond the Bug Preschool Series
Spark curiosity and wonder in your little explorers with Beyond the Bug's interactive preschool programs! These hour-long programs feature 2–3 live animal ambassadors alongside engaging hands-on activities, games, and crafts…
Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair from 6:30-9:00 PM sets the tone for an unforgettable evening. Nothing accompanies the experience quite like the perfect blend of a live music…
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
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January 27, 2026 -Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair from 6:30-9:00 PM sets the tone for an unforgettable evening. Nothing accompanies the experience quite like the perfect blend of a live music…
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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January 28, 2026 -Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair from 6:30-9:00 PM sets the tone for an unforgettable evening. Nothing accompanies the experience quite like the perfect blend of a live music…
Thursday, January 29, 2026
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January 29, 2026 -Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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January 29, 2026 -Play&Swim – Mom’s Group at Five Star Swim School – Eatontown NJ
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January 29, 2026 -Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Messy Play in Basking Ridge
Children and their grown-ups will enjoy an hour of Messy Play. Ideal for children ages 1.5 to 5 years old, classes are child-led with process art and sensory stations. Purposeful…
Play&Swim – Mom’s Group at Five Star Swim School – Eatontown NJ
Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly morning filled with swimming, play, and bonding. Our heated indoor pool and padded play area make it the perfect spot for parents, caregivers, and children to…
Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair from 6:30-9:00 PM sets the tone for an unforgettable evening. Nothing accompanies the experience quite like the perfect blend of a live music…
Friday, January 30, 2026
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January 30, 2026 -Winter Wonderland Skating
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January 30, 2026 -Messy Play in Basking Ridge
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January 30, 2026 -Cup and Canvas: Mindful Art Hour
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January 30, 2026 -Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
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January 30, 2026 -A Night with Nor’Easter Nick!
Winter Wonderland Skating
Grab your ice skates and head to this brand-new outdoor skating rink. This winter wonderland includes ice skating, igloo rentals, and fire pits to warm up to with the whole…
Messy Play in Basking Ridge
Children and their grown-ups will enjoy an hour of Messy Play. Ideal for children ages 1.5 to 5 years old, classes are child-led with process art and sensory stations. Purposeful…
Cup and Canvas: Mindful Art Hour
End your week with a simple, mindful art project paired with a cup of tea. 🌿🎨☕. Cup & Canvas weekly sessions are designed for anyone who needs an emotional and…
Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair from 6:30-9:00 PM sets the tone for an unforgettable evening. Nothing accompanies the experience quite like the perfect blend of a live music…
A Night with Nor’Easter Nick!
A Night with Nor’Eastern Nick is a special live community event featuring author and mental health advocate Nor’Eastern Nick Pittman, presented in partnership with Aurora Sun Counseling. Hosted by Theresa…
Saturday, January 31, 2026
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January 31, 2026 -KPop Demon Hunters Q&A and Singalong at Maplewood Memorial Library
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January 31, 2026 -Fire and Ice Festival
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January 31, 2026 -Groundhog Day Celebration
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January 31, 2026 -IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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January 31, 2026 -Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
KPop Demon Hunters Q&A and Singalong at Maplewood Memorial Library
The Maplewood Memorial Library welcomes the community to two KPop Demon Hunters–inspired companion events that celebrate the music and creativity behind the film. On Saturday, January 31, 2026, the library…
Fire and Ice Festival
Get ready for a wintry day of ice carving, delicious food, live music, and local vendors at this annual festival. There will be a chili cookoff, ice carving, performances, a…
Groundhog Day Celebration
Will the groundhog see his shadow? Join Wally the Woodchuck and celebrate winter, learn about groundhogs, enjoy a hike to a groundhog hole, and try your hand at chucking wood.…
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
Step into history with, IN HER FOOTSTEPS, a fun, family-friendly, immersive theatrical experience that brings great women from the past to life through dynamic performances, multimedia displays, and hands-on activities.…
Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair from 6:30-9:00 PM sets the tone for an unforgettable evening. Nothing accompanies the experience quite like the perfect blend of a live music…
Sunday, February 1, 2026
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February 1, 2026 -Sap to Syrup at Tenafly Nature Center
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February 1, 2026 -National Day of the Mexican Axolotl
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February 1, 2026 -Maple Sugaring at Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center
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February 1, 2026 -Maple Sugaring at Howell Living History Farm
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February 1, 2026 -NJ Audubon: Winter Wonder Walk at Hawk Rise Sanctuary
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February 1, 2026 -Bell Works FRESH Valentine’s Day Pop-Ups
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February 1, 2026 -Greek Winter Feast
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February 1, 2026 -Valentines for Veterans
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February 1, 2026 -Cutting, Splitting, and Hewing
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February 1, 2026 -IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
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February 1, 2026 -The Little Mermaid Sing-A-Long
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February 1, 2026 -Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Sap to Syrup at Tenafly Nature Center
Interested in learning more about how maple syrup is made from tapping trees? Head to this fun event for the whole family, where you will head outdoors to identify tree…
National Day of the Mexican Axolotl
Have you heard of axolotls? These amphibians have become one of the most beloved creatures, mainly because of their unique appearance, where they always appear to be smiling. During the…
Maple Sugaring at Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center
At this event, you’ll identify and tap maple trees, collect sap, and make real maple syrup over a wood-fired evaporator. The syrup will be available for purchase while supplies last. …
Maple Sugaring at Howell Living History Farm
On this historic farm, you’ll get to see the sugar tapping process up close. The first step takes place in the sugar bush, where you can join Howell Farm’s expert…
NJ Audubon: Winter Wonder Walk at Hawk Rise Sanctuary
Head out for a morning walk at Hawk Rise Sanctuary, where you will discuss how mammals survive and thrive in the cold winter. Cost: Free Hawk Rise Sanctuary, 1811 Lower…
Bell Works FRESH Valentine’s Day Pop-Ups
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at this pop-up market featuring unique jewelry, clothing, and other handcrafted items from local artisans. There will be live music and interactive experiences, and feel free to…
Greek Winter Feast
Don’t worry about being cold at this winter event. The annual feast is filled with fun for the whole family, all indoors, including authentic Greek food, homemade pastries, and traditional…
Valentines for Veterans
What better way to get a head start on Valentine’s Day than by bringing the kids to make Valentine’s Day cards that will be delivered to those who’ve served? Spread…
Cutting, Splitting, and Hewing
Head to Longstreet Farm and warm up this winter using a two-man saw and splitting wedge; learn how farmers used a froe to rive shingles or a broad axe to…
IN HER FOOTSTEPS: a celebration of women in history
Step into history with, IN HER FOOTSTEPS, a fun, family-friendly, immersive theatrical experience that brings great women from the past to life through dynamic performances, multimedia displays, and hands-on activities.…
The Little Mermaid Sing-A-Long
Go under the sea and sing-along with beloved mermaid princess Ariel and her trusted sea creature friends as she explores the human world in Disney's animated classic. Get ready to…
Live Music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair
Live music at Eddie V’s at MarketFair from 6:30-9:00 PM sets the tone for an unforgettable evening. Nothing accompanies the experience quite like the perfect blend of a live music…