Kids and grown-ups alike are counting down to December’s biggest day! No, we’re not talking about Christmas; instead, this year’s most anticipated date might just be December 15, the opening day of Star Wars: The Last Jedi (the sequel to Episode VII, The Force Awakens).
To make the most of your time with Luke, Leia, Chewie and Rey, check out these upcoming Star Wars events taking place across the Garden State this holiday season.
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Create a Star Wars Themed Ornament at the Plainfield Library
Where: Plainfield Public Library, Room 5, 800 Park Avenue, Plainfield
When: December 12 at 4:00 pm
Details: Kids ages 11 to 17 are invited to create Star Wars tree ornaments and magnets using Perler Beads. Kids can make ornaments of all their favorite characters, including R2D2, Han Solo, Princess Leia and Luke Skywalker.
More Info: Visit the website or call 908-757-1111 (ext 139).
Super Star Wars Craft Night at the Library
Where: Brick branch of the Ocean County Library, 301 Chambers Bridge Road, Brick; Island Heights branch of the Ocean County Library, 121 Central Avenue, Island Heights
When: December 13 at 3:30 pm at the Island Heights Library; December 14 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Brick Library
Details: The force is strong with the Ocean County Library. Two Star Wars-themed craft events are being held to celebrate the opening of The Last Jedi. Children and families are welcome.
More Info: Visit www.theoceancountylibrary.org or call 732-349-6200.
Star Wars Opening Night Fan Events
When: December 14 at 6:00 pm
Where: Various AMC and Regal Cinema locations
Details: If you really want to show off your fandom, be among the first to see Star Wars: The Last Jedi at the 6:00 pm Opening Night Fan Event at select AMC and Regal Cinemas. Early screeners will receive a 3-pack of collectible trading cards, see exclusive movie content and receive a free popcorn. Plus, there’s one other advantage of seeing the movie so early: You’re guaranteed to avoid spoilers on social media.
More Info: Visit www.amctheatres.com and www.regmovies.com.
The Last Jedi Star Wars Kids’ Paint Party
Where: McArt a la Carte, 1 Broad Street, Woodbury
When: December 15, 4:30 pm-5:30 pm
Details: This might be your best chance in NJ to paint an adorable Porg (a small bird-like creature that lives on Luke Skywalker’s secluded island). This step-by-step painting event, led by a talented instructor, is the perfect way to celebrate the opening of the new movie. Those interested can register for the class online now.
More Info: Visit mcartshop.com/events or call 856-537-7718.
Jedi Sketch Party at Zapp Comics
Where: Zapp Comics, 574 Valley Road, Wayne
When: December 16 from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Details: Celebrate all things Star Wars at the Zapp Comics Jedi Sketch Party. Free sketches will be available all day from local Joe Kubert School Artists. The store will also be offering free raffle entries and some awesome Star Wars Mystery Boxes.
More Info: Visit www.facebook.com/events/807498952750960 or call 973-628-4500.
Sci-Fi Spectacular: Music from Star Wars, Star Trek & Beyond
Where: New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center Street, Newark; State Theater, 15 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick
When: January 6, 2018 at 8:00 pm at NJ PAC; January 7, 2018 at 3:00 pm at the State Theater
Details: Blast off to music from Star Wars, Star Trek and other Sci-Fi classics. Conductor Bob Bernhardt and the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra highlight the music of John Williams, Bernard Hermann and other composers who have made great moments in science fiction come alive on the big screen. The event is hosted by Marina Sirtis, who played Deanna Troi on Star Trek: The Next Generation. There’s even a Cosplay Competition one hour before the show.
More Info: Visit www.njpac.org/events or www.stnj.org/event.
Hero (Top) Feature Image: © Star Wars: The Last Jedi / Lucasfilm Ltd.
