A Tribe Called Quest once said to "Check the Rhime."
Well, you'll be able to do that and more when hip-hop comes to the St. Jude's Church parish center at 7 p.m. Friday in Hopatcong. Borough rapper Ali "The Butcher" Elgazzar will perform alongside seven other acts, which include dubstep, rum and bass, house, hardstyle and trance. Tickets cost $6.
Check what else is happening around Hopatcong this week in "Get Out!," a roundup of fun events from Patch sites near the area.
Live Electro & Hip-Hop Party
Where/When: At St. Jude's Church at 7 p.m. Friday
Why Go: Because you love hip-hop and want to see "The Butcher."
Cost: $6
Men's Sharing Group
Where/When: At St. Jude's Church at 7:30 a.m. Saturday.
Why Go: Because if you're a man and you've got something to get off your chest, here's where to do it.
Cost: Free.
Knitting Circle
When/Where: Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Jefferson Township Public Library
Why Go: Because you can make something fun for yourself or work on a project to be donated to someone in need
Cost: Free
Paquito D'Riviera
When/Where: Friday, 8 p.m. at Mayo Performing Arts Center, Morristown
Why Go: You like cool jazz, Latin and classical sax and clarinet from a master of the craft.
Cost: $37 to $67
Saturday Morning Bike Ride
When/Where: Saturday, 8 a.m. from Marty's Reliable Cycle, Morristown
Why Go: You refuse to take the winter off from your training regimen.
Cost: Free
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
When/Where: Saturday, 9 a.m. at Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morris Township
Why Go: You want to enjoy nature and have an adventure in a beautiful place.
Cost: $10
Comedy Night
When/Where: Saturday, 8 p.m. at Morristown Jewish Center - Beit Yisrael
Why Go: Three professional comedians, dessert, coffee and tea makes for a nice night out.
Cost: $36
The Super Sunday 4-Miler
When/Where: Sunday, 11:30 a.m. from 31 South St., Morristown
Why Go: Before you plop in front of the tube for the Super Bowl, put on your running shoes and join 1,000 other runners for this inaugural event.
Cost: $30
Songs from Glee
When/Where: Saturday at 9 a.m. at All Children's Theatre, 1180 Route 46, Parsippany Why Go: Because there are few things more life-affirming than giving kids the chance to sing Journey songs as a chorusCost: $275 for a five-week session ending March 3
Crossroads Divorce Support Group
When/Where: Sunday at 7 p.m. at St. Peter the Apostle Church, 179 Baldwin Road, Parsippany
Why Go: To learn how to let go and move forward with dignity, peace and love
Cost: Free
"The Lost Patrol" at Architekt
When/Where: Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at Architekt in Butler
Why Go: To catch a live performance of the band most well-known for songs featured on the CW hit show Gossip Girl and new television show Chronicle.
Cost: $12
Children's Hour
When/Where: Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Bloomingdale Free Public Library
Why Go: Children can hear stories, do crafts, play games and more.
Cost: Free
Zumba
When/Where: Thursday at 7 p.m. at 69 Carey Avenue, Butler
Why Go: To burn some calories and learn some latin moves.
Cost: $10 for drop-ins
Vo-Tech Open House
When/Where: Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Somerset County Vocational & Technical High School on Vogt Drive in Bridgewater.
Why Go: To check out the offerings of the Vo-Tech, and take part in a celebration of Career and Technical Education Month, as students lead campus tours, demonstrate what they have learned and take part in a Skills USA competition.
Cost: Free
Meow-Wow 2012 Cat Show
When/Where: Saturday at 1:30 p.m. at the 4-H Center on Milltown Road in Bridgewater.
Why Go: Because who doesn't love cute kittens? Check out the Whiskers, Paws & Claws with the 4-H Club as the top felines compete in the Meow-Wow Cat Show.
Cost: $2
Carol's Creative Chocolatez
When/Where: Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Bridgewater Township Library.
Why Go: There is nothing better than a little bit of chocolate. Come out to learn about the candy, taste samples and look at some award-winning edible chocolate paintings.
Cost: Free, but registration is required by either caling 908-526-4016, ext. 105, or visiting the Adult Reference Desk.
NJ Camp Fairs
When/Where: Sunday at 12 p.m. at the Bridgewater Marriott.
Why Go: Because there are so many camps to choose from, and we could all use a little help. Camp directors will be on hand to give free DVDs about the programs, free brochures, possible jobs and other giveaways. There will be many different camps represented, including day, overnight, adventure, computer, special interest, baseball, soccer and others. For a list of all the participating camps, visit the website at njcampfairs.com.
Cost: Free
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St. Jude's Parish
40 Maxim Dr, Hopatcong, NJ -
Knitting Circle
February 4, 2012 / February 18, 2012 at 11:00 am–1:00 pm -
Jefferson Township Public Library
1031 Weldon Rd, Oak Ridge, NJ -
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Saturday Morning Road Ride From Marty's
Weekly on Saturdays at 8:00 am
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Family Photo Scavenger Hunt
Weekly on Saturdays and Sundays at 9:00 am–4:30 pm -
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The Super Sunday 4-Miler!
February 5, 2012 at 11:30 am31 South St, Morristown, NJ (On corner of Dehart) -
All Children's Theatre
1180 Us Highway 46, Parsippany, NJ -
St. Peter the Apostle Church
179 Baldwin Rd, Parsippany, NJ -
Architekt Music
1 Boonton Ave, Butler, NJ -
Bloomingdale Free Public Library
101 Hamburg Tpke, Bloomingdale, NJ -
Somerset County Vocational High School and Technical Institute
14 Vogt Dr, Bridgewater, NJ -
Rutgers Cooperative Extension
310 Milltown Rd, Bridgewater, NJ -
Bridgewater Township Library
1 Vogt Dr, Bridgewater, NJ -
Bridgewater Marriott
700 Commons Way, Bridgewater, NJ -
Papa john134
12:09 am on Friday, February 3, 2012
Stay out of our town rap is crap
Jennifer
11:58 am on Friday, February 3, 2012
Isn't that what the old folks said about Elvis back in the day?