Top Ten New Jersey Events February 28 – March 1, 2020

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From sampling beers at the Big Brew Beer Festival, tasting maple sugar, and kicking off St. Patrick’s Day parades there is plenty to do the first weekend of March. Here are my hand picked events for this weekend (oh yeah and it’s Leap Day!)

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Top Ten New Jersey Events for February 28 – March 1, 2020:

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Big Brew Beer Festival
February 29, 2 Sessions
The Big Brew Beer Festival is a perfect opportunity for beer aficionados to meet and hang out. With over 200 unique tastings it’s a great place to discover new beers and speak to brewery representatives.
The Morristown Armory, 430 Western Ave, Morristown, NJ
Cost: $15 – $60 Use Code NJIB for $20 off

Progressive Atlantic City Boat Show
February 26 – March 1
See what’s new, NOW! Find the boat of your dreams and everything to go with it – see and shop hundreds new boats and an unbeatable assortment of marine gear at the Atlantic City Convention Center. From luxury motor and sailing yachts to sport fishers, performance boats, inflatables and personal watercraft, there are boats for every lifestyle, activity and budget. If it’s for boating, you’ll find it here – the Marine Marketplace, a 93,000 sq. ft. show within the show, features 440 booths showcasing all the latest in marine technology, engines, accessories, nautical gifts, and more. And there’s no better time to buy. The 5-day event is your once-a-year chance to compare makes and models, secure insurance and financing and gear up with the latest accessories all at one time, under one roof!
Atlantic City Convention Center; 1 Convention Blvd., Atlantic City, NJ
Cost: $16, Kids under 12 are Free

Jersey Shore Comic Book Show
February 29, 10AM – 4PM
Getting sick and tired of the snow and being shut in? Want to bust loose? Well then come on out to the Jersey Shore Comic Book “Cabin Fever” Show on Sunday, January 26, 2020. More Comics, Toys, Anime, Non-Sport Cards, Manga, Lego, Funko Pops, Records, Sci-Fi, Horror, Jewelry, Collectibles and so much MORE!!!!
Toms River Elks Lodge, 600 Washington Street, Toms River, NJ
Cost: $4, Kids 12 and under are free

Arctic Outreach
February 29, 11AM – 7PM
The 5th Annual Arctic Outreach is lined up for Saturday, February 29th at Mud City Crab House in Manahawkin, NJ. The family friendly event includes food, beer, wine, hot cocoa, multiple bands, and huge auction…and it’s all outside! The premise for holding an outdoor event, in February in the Northeast, is to brave the cold so that we can raise money for the Jetty Rock Foundation.
Mud City Crab House in Manahawkin, NJ
Cost: Free

Morristown Vegan Pop-Up Shop
March 1, 12PM – 6PM
The Morristown Vegan Pop-Up Shop returns to it’s hometown venue on March 1! Vendors include Bareburger, Beenies, Caribreeze Vegan, Chocolate Calling, Eat Nice and more.
The Laundromat, Morristown, NJ
Cost: $5 advance, $10 at the door

Belmar St. Patrick’s Day Parade
March 1, 12:30PM – 3:30PM
The Belmar-Lake Como Saint Patrick’s Day Parade has grown into one of the largest parades in New Jersey. Enjoy bands, bagpipers, floats, and marching bands. This is a fun-family friendly event, be sure to wear lots of green and shamrocks.
Ocean Ave, Belmar, NJ
Cost: Free

Maple Sugaring Fest at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
March 1, 1PM – 4PM, Snow date is Sunday, March 3
Learn how early settlers tapped maple trees and turned the sap into delicious maple syrup! Take part in our family scavenger hunt and see whether you can successfully complete the “Maple Syrup Challenge”. Round out the day with a sampling of maple syrup made here at the Arboretum!
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Avenue, Summit, NJ
Cost: Maple Sugaring Fest is FREE for RRA Members and children under 3. The cost for Non-Members is $5 per person, $25 maximum per family.

Maple Sugaring Open House
March 1, 1PM & 3PM
Come to Schiff to experience this hands-on demonstration of maple sugar production with members of Schiff’s educational staff and Board. The tradition of maple sugaring began centuries ago with the Native Americans and early settlers and continues today as homeowners learn to identify, tap, and process the sap of Maple trees. Join us at the Nature Center for this 1 1/2 hour program at 1 pm and 3 pm. The educational presentation will explain the history of maple sugaring, the seasonal life cycle of the sugar maple tree, and how 100% real maple syrup is made from finding and tapping the tree. Following the educational program, enthusiasts can view the wood-fired evaporator at work and then move on to sampling the final product. Of course the best part is tasting fresh syrup and tasty treats made from our own Schiff maple syrup. An optional two mile field walk to the working maple grove will be offered to see the tapping and collection operation.
339 Pleasant Valley Rd, Menham, NJ
Cost: Free to Schiff members. Non-member fee is $4 per person or $15 for a family of 4

Leap into DRTCC’s Restaurant Week!
March 1 – 5
Leap into Restaurant Week, March 1-5! Eat local at one of our many participating restaurants. Looking for variety? We have it, everything from Mexican, Peruvian, American, to Italian. To view a list of participating restaurants and their menus/specials visit: www.delawarerivertowns.com/restaurant-week.
Hunterdon County, NJ
Cost: Varies Per Restaurant

A Taste of Morristown 2020
March 2, 6PM – 9PM
An annual fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Morristown that showcases the diverse fine restaurants and eateries of the Morristown area! Wine and spirits tasting courtesy of Gary’s Wine & Marketplace and beer from local breweries and bars add to the options. Musical entertainment as you dine and test your luck at the tricky tray and raffle.
The Westin Governor Morris, Morristown, 2 Whippany Road, Morristown, NJ
Cost: $65 – $100

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