So this is the last serious weekend of winter, and don’t you even TRY to argue. President’s Weekend is all about getting in one last ski weekend or hitting some really serious sales in outlets and stores, some up to 80%. Next week we’ll start getting barraged with emails about Easter brunches, warm spring break destinations, and spring fashion lines.
But let’s say you’re not a skier or a shopper. Don’t worry, there are still plenty of things to do for the long weekend. So since today is like a Friday, this is my Weekend Planner, filled with local, regional and national stuff.
(No blog posts tomorrow or Monday).
In Jersey: Try not to die of shock, but the local Patch just posted a feel-good article in place of its normal death, dismemberment and plague updates. It would seem that the Cape May County Zoo has welcomed some new family members. From the Patch:
“Our breeding pair ‘Mikey’ and ‘Budette’ just had their second litter of Capybara pups since June,” zoo officials announced Tuesday.
The babies were born Feb. 3 and Budette and the babies are remaining inside until the weather warms up, the zoo said. The pups are currently about 4 pounds and are expected to weigh about 100 pounds when they reach adulthood.
But just because the babies aren’t allowed outside yet doesn’t mean you have to wait until spring to see them. The zoo welcomes visitors all year round, and the weather this weekend will range from 46-52 degrees, with brilliant sunshine. Here’s some info:
The Cape May County Zoo is open year-round and while you may not see these new Capybara babies right now, you can see almost all of our other animals who are viewable every day weather permitting. The Cape May County Park is open daily from 7 am until dusk; the Zoo is open daily from 10 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. For more information about the Parks and Zoo visit www.cmczoo.com
In Philly: From visitphilly.com:
We have four words for you: Harry Potter: The Exhibition. It makes its world premiere at The Franklin Institute on Friday. Tickets are limited for opening weekend, but any aspiring Gryffindors, Hufflepuffs, Ravenclaws and Slytherins have until September to check out the exhibition.
In New York:
Met Opera. The Met is taking a breather right now. So why mention it? Because you can get tickets for Don Carlos for February 28th.
https://www.metopera.org/calendar/#/on-stage?year=2022&month=1
Another Jersey event at the Renault Winery. From the website:
If you missed the classic sounds of the Mummers String Bands on New Year’s Day, be sure to come out to Renault for plenty of strutting at this family friendly event. We’ll be featuring festive food & drinks in our indoor & outdoor restaurants, with a variety of food trucks & vendors in tow. Plus, enjoy Ice Skating, Mummers On Ice, Contests, Build Your Own Mummers Umbrella, Photos with Mummers & more!
Don’t miss this highly anticipated event. It’s free & fun for all ages!
Rain date Sunday, February 27th.
$10 event parking (includes $10 food & beverage voucher)
Reservations recommended. To book ice skating, restaurant reservations, cabanas, fire pits, “Champagne Bubble” igloos and more, please click below.
HAVE A GREAT PREZ WEEKEND!