Curious George turns up this weekend at the Barnes & Noble in Parsippany. We're not sure if the Man in the Yellow Hat will be along for the ride. Also, learn about the mating behavior of the Woodcock and  hear some classical Spanish guitar. Story Time and Curious George VisitWhere/When: At 3 p.m. at Barnes & Noble in Parsippany on Sunday, March 27.Why Go: Because a costumed version of Curious George will make an appearance, and a story time will be held.Pricing: Free Marionette Players’ “Baby Yaga and the Frog Princess”Where/When: 4 p.m. on Friday, March 25 and 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on …

Hear some Irish music, and froggy loves songs with the kids. This week, nearby events include a circus "pet comedy'' act in Morristown and bunnies making a pre-Easter appearance at Frelinghuysen Arboretum. St. Patrick’s Day Celebration ConcertWhere/When: From 7 to 9 p.m. at the Family Service of Morris County Administrative Office in Morristown on Friday, March 18.Why Go: J.J. Chaisson, a maritime fiddler from Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, will be visiting to perform in Morris County. Pricing: $15 in advance by contacting Margie Waldrum at 973-538-5260, extension 122. $20 at the door. …

Get your green on at the St. Patrick's Day parade this weekend. And if you're in the mood for some swashbuckling, it's Pirate Adventure Day at the Museum of Early Trade's and Crafts. Check out our guide for more stuff to do with the kids. Morris County St. Patrick’s Day ParadeWhere/When: Starts at noon on the corner of South Street and James Street in Morristown on Saturday, March 12.Why Go: Because there will be 20 bands and approximately 50,000 people in the parade or spectating and because the parade is family oriented. Also, you'll be able to meet Patchers who'll have giveaways, and who …

If you and the kids need to get out of the house this weekend, here are some inexpensive--or free--things to do. Dr. Suess StorytimeWhere/When: 10 a.m. at Barnes & Noble in Morris Plains on Thursday, March 3Why Go: Because parents can reminisce while introducing their children to a classic children’s author.Pricing: Free “Rapunzel - A Brush with Fate!”Where/When: At 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Pax Amicus Castle Theatre in Budd Lake on Saturday, March 5Why Go: Because the whole family can enjoy this classic with a modern twist. For more information, see the Pax Amicus website.Pricing: $12 Winter …

Winter's almost over. But alas, it's still here.  Time to take advantage of a snow shoe hike at Pyramid Mountain or retreat indoors with some old cartoons and a good story. Classic CartoonsWhere/When: At the Morris Museum in Morris Township beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26.Why Go: Because children tend to like cartoons -- and if they’re classic enough, parents might remember them too.Pricing: Free with museum admission. Colonial Cooking ContestWhere/When: At the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts in Madison on Saturday, Feb 26 at 10 a.m.Why Go: If you registered by the Friday, Feb. …

Last week, we told you it was finally getting a little warmer, so it seemed like a good time to venture outside of the house with the family and find something fun to do. With temperatures hitting the 60s this week (hey, remember winter?) that seems doubly true. So once again, we bring you the Grab & Go Kids Planner. It's our weekly list of kid-friendly activities and places to try out. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the five (or more) best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance. As always, help us build the …

It's finally getting a little warmer (at least some of the time), so it seems like a good time to take the family and head out. Our weekly Grab & Go Kids Planner has you covered. It's our weekly list of kid-friendly activities and places to try out. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research andfind the five (or more) best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance. As always, help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips—if we missed anything, just leave us a comment letting us know! Chocolate FestivalWhere/When: …

Glad you clicked on our new Grab & Go Kids Planner! We've assembled a weekly calendar of kid-friendly activities and new places to try out with children. Each week, we'll give you the info on the five best family activities or events for the week. You're time-pressed enough, so we're happy to do the research and find the best things to do and places to go, both locally and within reasonable striking distance. Look for the kids’ planner each Wednesday, and help us build the planner with your own suggestions and tips — just add them to the comment box. Even if you disagree with our picks, let …