Take a Train Ride With the Easter Bunny Saturday

The Easter Bunny will make a few appearances in the area this weekend.

There are a lot of fun things for children and adults to do in and around Morristown this weekend.

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Community Yoga, Free Dance Class in Morristown This Weekend

Bingo time and porch sale also coming up.

This is a weekend for nurturing the body and soul. There are several yoga classes available for the former, and art and theater for the latter. How will you be spending your weekend? Read on to find something to do on your own or with the family, let us (and your neighbors) know about any local events we've missed in the comments section below. HOT Powerflow Vinyasa When/Where: Friday, February 8, 2013, 6 p.m., Saturday, February 9, 2013, 4 p.m., Powerflow Yoga, 40 Market St, Morristown Why Go: Because everyone likes some low-impact, high-energizing yoga. Price: $22 Bingo Time in Morristown When/Where: Friday, February 8, 2013, 6 p.m., Care One at Madison Avenue, 151 Madison Ave, Morristown Why Go: Because nothing's better than Bingo on a …

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Music, Art and Athletics This Weekend

A quiet few days before First Night Morris lights up Morristown on New Year's Eve.

We have a relatively quiet weekend ahead. Maybe it's because everyone is gearing up for First Night Morris 2013 on Monday night? Either way, there still are a few activities to check out, some a short drive outside the Morristown area. Atrium Gallery Fall/Winter Exhibit When/Where: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Atrium Gallery in the Administration and Records Building, Morristown Why Go: Because the gallery will be open for viewing during First Night, but you would prefer to check it out when there are no crowds. Cost: Free HelpHOPELive Reunion Jam When/Where: Friday, 6 p.m. at The Baker Theater, Dover Why Go: You want to support the HelpHOPELive National Transplant Assistance Fund and enjoy the music of several great artists, …

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Holiday Concerts, Santas Swigging Suds This Weekend

Also, the Christmas Festival on the Morristown Green enjoys its final weekend before the big day.

It's almost here, it's almost here! But, before we can say "Merry Christmas," let's enjoy a weekend where many will probably be saying that already. Ho, ho, ho! First Night Morris 2013 Battle of the Band Pre-Event Show When/Where: Friday, 4:45 p.m. at Morristown Deli Why Go: Because you want to check out the rock stars of tomorrow today. Four acts will be rocking out Cost: Free Friday Night Skate When/Where: Friday, 8 p.m. at Mennen Arena, Morris Township Why Go: You want to start your weekend on ice Cost: $7 admission, $3.50 skate rental Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green When/Where: Every weekend until Christmas on the Green in Morristown Why Go: You want to get into the holiday spirit with a visit to Santa's Workshop, by …

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Christmas Festivals, 'Spread the Merry for Kerry' This Weekend

Also, check out Thomas Nast historical icons, including Santa, and a First Night Morris County pre-event performance.

After several weeks of packed-to-the-brim weekends, this one appears to be a bit lighter. We guess everyone is going to be on the Morristown Green for the Christmas Festival! First Night 'Battle of the Bands' Pre-Event Performance When/Where: Friday, 5:30 p.m. at Morristown Deli Why Go: You want to enjoy the sounds and cheer on the young artists Cost: Free admission  'Spread the Merry for Kerry' Fundraiser When/Where: Friday, 6 to 10 p.m. at Hennessey's Washington Bar, Morristown Why Go: You want to help a good cause while having a good time Cost: $20, includes food, drink coupon and door prizes  Friday Night Skate When/Where: Friday, 8 p.m. at Mennen Arena, Morris Township Why Go: You want to start your weekend on ice Cost: $7 admission…

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Holidays Dominate Weekend Activities

But, you also can take in some ice skating, cycling and even a little free yoga.

Man, you'd think with all of these Christmas and general holiday-themed events going on this weekend, there was some kind of holly jolly event coming soon. Wait a minute ... Craftsman Farms Holiday Trunk Show When/Where: Friday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, Parsippany Why Go: Because it's the last weekend to check out this crafts gift showcase Cost: Free Friday Night Skate When/Where: Friday, 8 p.m. at Mennen Arena, Morris Township Why Go: You want to start your weekend on ice Cost: $7 admission, $3.50 skate rental  Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green When/Where: Every weekend until Christmas on the Green in Morristown Why Go: You want to get into the holiday spirit with a visit to Santa's …

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GW

2:56 am on Thursday, December 6, 2012

Where is the War on Christmas army mustering, or should I check with Fox?   more ›

Yuletide Fun and More This Weekend

There is no shortage of holiday merrymaking available.

It's beginning to look a lot like ... the holidays! Whatever your holiday flavor, the Green, the temperature—it all feels a lot like a December in the Morristown area. Friday Night Skate When/Where: Friday, 8 p.m. at Mennen Arena, Morris Township Why Go: You want to start your weekend on ice Cost: $7 admission, $3.50 skate rental  Christmas Festival at the Morristown Green When/Where: Every weekend until Christmas on the Green in Morristown Why Go: You want to get into the holiday spirit with a visit to Santa's Workshop, by checking out ice sculpting and more Cost: Free, click here for schedule of events Saturday Morning Road Ride from Marty's When/Where: Saturday, 8 a.m., from Marty's Reliable Cycle, Morristown Why Go: You want to test …

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Smokey Robinson, School Events and FUNdraisers

There's plenty to do in and around Morristown.

Enjoy a full-fledged weekend of fun, in and around Morristown. 'Heaven Can Wait' When/Where: Friday and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. (Sunday, 2 p.m.) at Morristown High School Why Go: It's the theater department's fall play Cost: $5 to $10  Sandy FUNdraiser: Colonials Travel Hockey vs. NJ Devils Alumni When/Where: Friday, 7 p.m. at Mennen Arena, Morris Township Why Go: You want to support those still in need after the hurricane while having FUN(draiser). Cost: $50 to $10 and a non-perishable food item  Smokey Robinson When/Where: Friday, 8 p.m. at Mayo Performing Arts Center Why Go: Because ... he's Smokey Robinson, man! Cost: $59  Dining to Donate Fundraiser When/Where: Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Plaza Diner, Morris Plains Why Go: You were …

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Ways to Help, Ways Back to Normal This Weekend

Enjoy music, documentaries and donate if you are able.

Well, hello there, what's this? A non-Sandy, non-nor'easter, non-power outage post? Perish the thought. Not that Patch is not covering that which needs to be covered. But, c'mon, we need a distraction. Hopefully, this weekend, such a distraction exists. Perhaps it's music, worship or several ways to help others still reeling from Sandy's destruction. Read on. Also, because of all the storm issues and outages and so on, some of you may have not posted to our events calendar in the past week or so. If you don't, we may not know of an event everyone should know about. Make sure you post the event at this link, and let us know you have done so in the comments below. Shabbat on the Green When/Where: Friday, 7:30 p.m. at Morristown United …

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John Dunphy

1:12 pm on Friday, November 9, 2012

Yes, you did. Four hours into the future: http://morristown.patch.com/articles/morristown-area-to-provide-relief-effort-for-the-shore   more ›

A Frightful Number of Halloween Events This Weekend

Also, Frelinghuysen Arboretum tours the fabulous fall foliage and a pub crawl crawls through Morristown.

NOTE: All town organized events on Sunday have been cancelled, including the Halloween Parade, due to the storm. Be sure to call first for any other events to make sure you don't waste a trip. 'Sweet 16' at Simon Gallery When/Where: Friday, 6 to 9 p.m. at Simon Gallery, Morristown Why Go: You want to celebrate this Morristown business' 16th year Cost: Free Death and Mourning in the 19th Century When/Where: Friday-Saturday, 6 p.m. at Historic Speedwell, Morristown Why Go: You want to see how a funeral ceremony was done two centuries ago Cost: $10, pre-registration required Second-Annual Good Grief 'Great Pumpkin Ball' When/Where: Friday, 6:30 p.m. in Florham Park Why Go: You want to support the good work of Good Grief while having a great …

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