Looking for a way to celebrate Father's Day this weekend? Well, you need not wait until Sunday to do so. This list includes plenty of events for any type of dad, from musicians to golfers.
This week's picks for ways to get out this weekend:
Where/When: Thursday from 9 to 11 p.m. at the in Hopatcong.
Why Go: What else would you be doing on Thursday night that’s more fun than karaoke?
Pricing: Free.
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Where/When: Saturday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at The Minebrook Golf Club, 500 Schooleys Mountain Road, Hackettstown.
Why Go: This golf outing at The Minebrook Golf Club benefits The Michael Willis Scholarship Fund.
Pricing: $120 per person.
Where/When: Saturday from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Quick Stadium at Widener University, 1 University Place, Chester, Pa.
Why Go: You'll see the best female soccer players in the world and help honor those who make a difference as they celebrate "Salute to Local Heroes" night on Saturday.
Pricing: $5 for all police fire and rescue officers, $10 for family members.
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Where/When: Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kings Cooking Studio, at in Short Hills.
Why Go: You'll get pointers from professional chef presents Amy Currie as she presents, “Secrets of a Home Cook.”
Pricing: $35.
Where/When: Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 129 Shady Lane in Randolph.
Why Go: It's Morris County NOW-NJ's annual fundraising event.
Pricing: How much do you want to spend?
Where/When: Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. at in Morristown.
Why Go: To spend your Saturday night enjoying live music.
Pricing: Free (except, of course, for what your order at Zebu).
Where/When: Friday from 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. at in Madison.
Why Go: To spend your Friday night rocking out with central New Jersey-based band Squad5.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: Saturday at 7 p.m. at in Montville.
Why Go: To see RC Smith of The Rachel Ray Show perform at . Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. followed by the show at 9 p.m.
Pricing: $15.
Where/When: Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Butler VFW Hall, 69 Carey Ave., Butler.
Why Go: To check out this Latin-inspired, easy-to-follow, calorie-burning, Zumba fitness class.
Pricing: $10
Where/When: Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 56 Round Hill Road in Kinnelon.
Why Go: At the annual multi-family garage sale, goods will be on display from nine homes.
Pricing: Bring your wallet.
Where/When: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at .
Why Go: To donate your wearable and useable men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes, belts, handbags, linens and toys.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. at The Tabernacle, 26 Simpson Ave., in Mount Tabor.
Why Go: To see some local talent. All proceeds from the event will go to help the Children’s Day Celebration in August.
Pricing: $5 for kids ages 12 and older.
Where/When: Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9 p.m. to midnight at in Morristown.
Why Go: To enjoy great live music.
Pricing: Free.
When/Where: At 10 a.m. on Friday at the in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: To take an illustrated trip through New Jersey's history and learn about some of our state's most beautiful scenery. No extra gas money (beyond what it takes to get to the library) necessary.
Pricing: Free.
When/Where: From 11 a.m. to noon on Sunday at in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: To let Dad relax on his special day with a leisurely, walk-only trail ride. Maybe he will even let you join him. Note: Children not currently enrolled in a class at LSS must be at least 12 years old to participate.
Pricing: Registration required. $25 for Friends of Lord Stirling Stables members, $30 for non-members.
When/Where: From 6 p.m. on Friday evening to Saturday morning at in Warren.
Why Go: It's a 24-hour relay of fun and support for the American Cancer Society. Celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease.
Pricing: $10 registration/commitment fee per person. Donations graciously accepted.
Where/When: Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at in Maplewood.
Why Go: To celebrate Father’s Day one day early and make something neat with dad.
Pricing: $25 for dad and child ($10 each additional sibling).
Where/When: Sunday at 10 a.m. at Pyramid Mountain, 472A Boonton Ave. in Boonton.
Why Go: If you are looking to get a good workout, come to the strenuous Kincaid Woods Hike, where participants will meet at the Pyramid Mountain Visitors Center at 10 a.m. and get shuttled over to the Kincaid Parking area to begin a three-hour hike. This is a great Father’s Day hike for dads with teens.
Pricing: $2.
Where/When: Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. at , in Morristown
Why Go: Kids can stop by and make coasters for their dads, grandpas or favorite uncle. All supplies will be provided.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: Thursday from 1 to 3 p.m. in Morris Township.
Why Go: Students can learn how to take care of animals by helping with some of the farm animals at Fosterfields.
Pricing: $6.
Where/When: Saturday at 2 p.m. at the in Morris Township.
Why Go: Participants (ages 5 and up) and their families can join in on the fun of science experiments with a hands-on science workshop.
Pricing: Free for members, $3 for non-members.
Where/When: Sunday at 2 p.m. at in Chatham.
Why Go: To celebrate Father's Day with a nice stroll.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: Thursday from 5 to 9 p.m. at in Lake Hiawatha.
Why Go: The Montville Township Women’s Club presents an ice cream fundraiser at Rita’s in Lake Hiawatha to help raise money for Operation Smile, a charity for children undergoing facio-cranial surgeries in third world countries.
Pricing: How much do you want refreshing ices?
Where/When: Friday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at in Parsippany.
Why Go: To celebrate Father’s Day with a game, and with ice cream.
Pricing: Free.
When/Where: At 4 p.m. on Thursday at the in Basking Ridge.
Why Go: Children seven to nine will slither and learn about bearded dragons and their reptile friends. Don't worry mom, the craft won't need a cage.
Pricing: $9 per person. Registration required.
When/Where: At 7 p.m. on Friday at in Bridgewater.
Why Go: To hear a special reading of "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" and to enjoy a visit from Cookie Mouse himself. Bring your camera and smile.
Pricing: Free.
When/Where: From 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday at in Bridgewater.
Why Go: It's a special kids' workshop for Father's Day. Create a "Lil' Toolbox" with Dad by your side.
Pricing: Free.
When/Where: From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday at the in Bridgewater.
Why Go: The 4-H Anime and Manga Club are hosting this brand-new anime convention with proceeds benefiting the maintenance of the 4-H Center. Dance your anime off or hang out in the Manga reading room. Do you YuGiOh?
Pricing: $7 at the door. Cash only.
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