Hate Hamlet, Love Music This Weekend

Can you believe it's already Thursday? Some of you may be saying, "already?!" But, don't despair, Weekend Warriors. Saturday is almost here. And, as a bonus, there are even things to do before the weekend proper, to take your mind off whatever ails ya. Check them out below.

Where/When: , Morris Township, Thursday at 2 p.m.
Why Go: Because this is a Tony-award nominated comedy that tells the story of an actor forced to play a role he hates: Hamlet.
Pricing: $40; $36 for senior citizens; $33 for museum members; $20 for students


Where/When: , Thursday from 4 to 5 p.m.
Why Go: Because you’re looking to improve your resume writing skills. Career expert Barbara Safani will lead the webinar.
Pricing: Free.


Where/When:  in Montville on Thursday at 7 p.m.
Why Go: Because proceeds will benefit the 2011 American Cancer Society Relay for Life in Montville.
Pricing: $5 per book, $3 for additional books.


Where/When:  in Mount Tabor on Thursday at 7 p.m.
Why Go: Because both adults and students can learn how the Victorians had fun.
Pricing: Free


Where/When:  on Thursday at 7:30 p.m.
Why Go: Because the film is about the Hackensack Meadowlands, and shows how the wetlands in America have been settled or destroyed since European settlers first arrived. The film will be followed by a discussion.
Pricing: Free


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 (for $5) by .
Pricing: Free


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:  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:  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:  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.


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.


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.

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 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:  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.


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.