Compiled by Kevin Coughlin
From Coriolanus to Captain Kirk, Greater Morristown offers a host of pleasant diversions this weekend.
Pay your respects to the late, great Prince. Find inspiration at George Gramby Day. Give the kids green thumbs, while immersing yourself in a world of comic books. Hula over to a Hawaiian Luau.
Scroll down for details. Check our handy calendar for even more activities–and add your own events, too!
THURSDAY, JULY 7, 2016:
Enjoy a meal and cabaret jazz by Julie Mac, to benefit Morristown-based New Jersey AIDS Services, from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Corner Bistro, 477 Route 10 East in Randolph. There is no cover charge or minimum, and a portion of proceeds will go to the nonprofit.
- A half-century ago, Capt. Kirk and Mr. Spock launched the Star Trek franchise with a TV series that lasted three seasons
Is it possible that Star Trek is a half-century old? (How long is that in Tribble years?) The Morristown & Township Library kicks off a celebration with screenings of episodes from the original TV series, as well as an animated series from the early ’70s, at 7 pm. Free. At One Miller Road, Morristown.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents Shakespeare’s political drama Coriolanus, at 8 pm in the F.M. Kirby Theatre at Drew University, 36 Madison Ave., Madison. Tickets: $25-$75. Call 973-408-5600 for details.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (abridged)(revised) at 8 pm on the Outdoor Stage of The College of Saint Elizabeth, 2 Convent Road, Morris Township. Tickets: $25-$35. Call 973-408-5600. Shows run through July 31, 2016.
The Purple Xperience, a five-piece band from Minneapolis led by former Prince and the Revolution member Doctor Fink, celebrates the life and music of the late Prince, at 8 pm at Morristown’s Mayo Performing Arts Center. Tickets: $29-$59. At 100 South St. Call 973-539-8008 for more.
FRIDAY, JULY 8:
At 7:45 pm 7:30 pm, The Minstrel Open Stage offers an opportunity for acoustic musicians to perform a 15-minute set, and for the audience to enjoy a diverse collection of acoustic musicians. Many Open Stage acts return as opening acts at The Minstrel. To secure a performance slot, call 973-335-9489, or visit www.FolkProject.org/Minstrel/OpenStage. Admission: $9. At 21 Normandy Heights Road, Morris Township.
Yacht Rock 2016 brings smooth hits from the ’70s and ’80s to Morristown’s Mayo Performing Arts Center at 8 pm. Tickets: $39-$69. At 100 South St. Call 973-539-8008 for more.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, in the F.M. Kirby Theatre at Drew University, at 8 pm. See Thursday entry for details.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (abridged)(revised) outdoors at 8 pm. See Thursday entry for details.
SATURDAY, JULY 9:
The Morris Plains Farmers Market is back, on Saturdays from June 11 to Oct. 8, 2016, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Speedwell Avenue Merchant Block across from the train station.
Dig It! Plant It! Eat It! is a free gardening program for kids, from 10 am to 11:30 am, in the garden at Morristown’s Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, at 45 Macculloch Ave. The program runs for the next four Saturdays; read all about it right here.
The 24th annual George Gramby Drug and Alcohol Prevention Day runs from noon to 7 pm at George Gramby Memorial Park (formerly Abbett Avenue Playground) in Morristown. Acvtivities include men’s softball and youth basketball games, face painting, food, vendors, a DJ, and inspirational speakers. At 4 pm, Humanitarian Awards will be given to former Morristown Councilwoman Raline Smith-Reid, Remy Pharr, and Morris County Prevention is Key. The day is named for the late founder of a Morristown substance abuse referral center named “Beginnings.”
The Garden State Comic Fest comes to Mennen Arena in Morris Township this weekend. Tickets: $25-$45. At 161 E. Hanover Ave. Call 973.326.7600 for show times.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, at 2 pm and 7:30 pm in the F.M. Kirby Theatre at Drew University. See Thursday entry for details.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (abridged)(revised) outdoors at 8 pm. See Thursday entry for details.
The Morris Township Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a BYOB Hawaiian Luau at Ginty Pool, from 8 pm to 11 pm. It’s a non-swimming event with a DJ and lots of food, and it’s open to non-members. Tickets: $30. Call 973-326-7371 for more.
SUNDAY, JULY 10:
The Morristown Farmers Market is back for its 26th season, every Sunday through Nov. 20 from 8:30 am to 2 pm, in parking lot 10 between Morris and Spring streets.
Worship on the Green at a 10 am joint service with the Presbyterian Church in Morristown, the Morristown United Methodist Church and the Steve Hess Jazz Band.
The Garden State Comic Fest concludes its weekend at Mennen Arena in Morris Township. See Saturday entry for more.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents Shakespeare’s Coriolanus, at 2 pm and 7:30 pm in the F.M. Kirby Theatre at Drew University. See Thursday entry for details.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey presents The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (abridged)(revised) outdoors at 4:30 pm and 8 pm. See Thursday entry for details.
