For many New Jersey kids, this first full week of April is spring break. That means no school and a lot of free time on your hands. Whether you’re on break or just looking for springtime fun, we’ve got plenty to fill your calendar this week. Outdoor adventures await at the Growing in the Garden Preschool Program and Spring Fling Mini-Camp. Or relax indoors at theatrical productions of Pinocchio and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Finish up the week with amusement park fun at the iPlay After Dark Special. And don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more options.

Despite a few weather hiccups, spring is finally here! Get up close with nature this first week of the season at Great Swamp’s Preschool Walk and Family Science Day at the Pyramid Mountain Visitors Center. Or put away the wallet and hit all the free library events going on, like Maker Day, Bob Conrad Magic & Puppets, Snakes Alive and more. Don’t forget to check out our Event Calendar for even more activity options.

While it’s getting closer to spring, much of New Jersey still looks like a winter wonderland. Add some green into the mix with fun St. Patrick’s Day festivities, including Newark’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade and a St. Patrick’s Day craft at the Colts Neck Library. Take in some theater at Paper Mill Playhouse’s performance of The Hunchback of Notre Dame plus a free presentation of Red Riding Hood & Other Stories at the Ocean County Library. And don’t forget to check out our event calendar for even more weekday and weekend events.