Things To Do With Kids This Weekend Near Secaucus, March 9-10

SECAUCUS, NJ — You don't even have to leave Secaucus this weekend to find lots to do with the family! Here's our weekly round-up of things to do with kids this weekend, March 9-10, in and near Secaucus:

Saturday, March 9:

1. Winter Waterfowl Walk at Liberty State Park (Jersey City)

10 a.m. - noon Saturday Good for ages 5+

Liberty State Park is a key destination for migrating winter waterfowl. Join us for a guided walk along the river to learn about some of these winter visitors. Please dress to be outdoors and bring binoculars if you have them. We will have some binoculars available to borrow. We will begin the walk at the Park Office located at 200 Morris Pesin Drive, Jersey City, NJ 07305 and then continue around Liberty State Park. This program is appropriate for adults and families with children ages 5 and older. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. For more information or to register, please contact the Nature Interpretive Center at 201-915-3400 x202 or email LSPNatureCenter@dep.nj.gov. Free parking is available. FREE; Pre-registration required Learn more here: http://www.njfamily.com/NJ-Fam...

2. Kids Club® Tulip Time at the Michael's craft store in Secaucus

10 a.m. - 12 noon

$2 per project, ages 3+ (supplies included)

$5 per project, ages 6+ (supplies included) (there are two age groups)

They craft, you shop! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project. Sign up in store or online, or just drop in. $2 per project, ages 3+, supplies included. Parent or guardian must remain on premises during the event.

3. MAKEbreak Make a "Some Bunny Loves You" Wreath at the Michael's craft store in Secaucus

1-3 p.m.

Cost: Buy the wreath base, and the supplies to decorate it will be provided (pictured above). Paint adorable wood plaques to decorate an Easter wreath. Buy the wreath base, and the supplies to decorate it will be provided.

4. Seasonal Scavenger Hunt at the Tenafly Nature Center *New and Improved*

Saturday, March 9
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Families will be given a list of prompts and clues to follow as children explore the forest in a brains-on learning experience for the whole family. Register in advance; do so here: https://www.tenaflynaturecente...

Sunday, March 10

1. March Guided Hike at the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum, Short Hills

Hikes leave at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. They last about 45 minutes
Winter is a special time for the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum. Join Cora’s Conservation Corps as they guide you through the woods and show you that winter is the best time to look for signs of wildlife. Become a citizen scientist and help record important data this season.
March 10: FrogWatch USA Member: $5 Non-Member: $8 Register here: https://hartshornarboretum.org...

2. Maple Sugaring at the Tenafly Nature Center

Join a TNC naturalist to learn about the history and process of Maple Sugaring. Learn how to identify a maple tree. Discover the history of syrup making and how technology has changed the way sap has been gathered over the centuries. We’ll check Tenafly Nature Center’s tapped tree and observe how sap is boiled down to make fresh maple syrup, a sweet treat for all to taste! All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Rain or shine. Dress warmly; the program will take place indoors and outdoors. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. No strollers please. Sessions are one hour long throughout the late winter. $5/members, $10/non-members

Sunday March 10, 17, 24
12:30, 2:00 & 3:30 p.m. departure times. Register here: https://www.tenaflynaturecente...

3. Family MAKE Week at the Michael's craft store in Secaucus

Starting on Sunday, they have a different crafting activity every day next week.
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday "Salt Painting"

Cost: Free, supplies included. Free events throughout the week! New project every day. Ages 3 and up, supplies included. A parent or guardian must remain on the premises during the event. Here's the full schedule from March 10 - Friday, March 15: https://www.michaels.com/class...

4. St. Patrick's Day Dinner at St. Matthew's Evangelical Church in Secaucus

Annual St. Patrick’s Dinner Sunday, March 10th 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m

Corned Beef and Cabbage, Potatoes Homemade Soda Bread

Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks

Coffee, Tea, Dessert
Served family style Entertainment by D.J. Nick 50/50 Raffle to be drawn that day! Call (201) 865-4185 for reservations or more information