Where/When: , Maplewood. Saturday, Feb. 26, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Why go: Saxophone player and floutist James Spaulding is a veteran of the legendary afro-futuristic jazz outfit the Sun Ra Arkestra as well as a performing legend in his own right. For a taste, click here.
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Where/When: , 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Why go: Spring is just around the corner, believe it or not, and it’s high time to start working on getting your body in shape for warm weather. Exercise instructor Maria will lead the class, and Biggest Loser contestant Mark Pinhasovich will be on hand as well.
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Pricing: Free for YMCA members; $15 for non-members.
Where/When: Springfield's . Saturday, Feb. 26., 11 a.m.
Why go: Children all over the world have thrilled to the antics of the inquisitive monkey. This is their chance to get up close and personal. Yellow hat optional.
Pricing: free.
Where/When: The Wellmont Theater, Montclair.
Why Go: New Jersey's Southside Johnny is not only a personal buddy of Bruce Springsteen, but he's a rightfully beloved performer in his own right.
Pricing: Varies. See website.
Where/When: Saturday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the at 247 Southern Blvd. in Chatham.
Why Go: This is a fun day for kids with maple tapping demos, games, crafts and maple syrup snow cones.
Pricing: Free, call 973-635-6629 to register
Where/When: Sunday at 8 p.m. at the Mayo Center for the Performing Arts at 100 South St. in Morristown.
Why Go: Check out these ballets performed by a traveling ballet.
Pricing: $27 to $57, call 973-539-8008 for tickets.
Union County Magnet High School PSA Project Graduation Silent Auction and Dessert Party
Where/When: Friday from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 1776 Raritan Road in Scotch Plains.
Why Go: This is a fun evening to help benefit a good cause at the county's magnet school.
Pricing: Free.
Where/When: Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00p.m. Exquisite Bride, Millburn
Why Go: The trunk show features the work of award-winning bridal designer Victoria Nicole, who will be available to meet future brides and personally help fit gowns from her Spring 2011 line.
Pricing: Free
Where/When: 8 p.m. at the on Friday, Feb. 25.
Why Go: Don’t know if you’ve heard, but there was this four-piece from Liverpool that changed music forever. This cover-group is said to be the best Beatles sound since the real thing.
Pricing: Tickets range in price from $37 to $57 and are available online.
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