Weekend Guide: Cinco De Mayo Celebration and More

Friday

Film: "The Prize Winner of Defiance, Ohio" Based on the true story of Evelyn Ryan, a mother of 10 who holds her family together by becoming the most successful contest winner in the country, 10 a.m. 

Are You There McPhee? at, 8 p.m. 

Saturday

Items for sale include household items, sporting goods, clothing for adults and children, toys, books, furniture and more, 8 a.m.

 Live entertainment at the Mall’s Center Court including a performance by Stone Soup Circus, a family magic show by Doug “Push” Billingsley, a science show by Mad Science, a musical performance by Music Together, family friendly vendors, face painting, balloon twisting, mascot appearances and much more. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Hinds Plaza Create Mexican art projects, enjoy Ballet Folklorico Dancers and participate in a piñata demonstration and breaking at the annual celebration of Mexican culture and heritage. 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Central Jersey Choral Society will present a performance featuring baritone Grant Mech and accompanist Camilla Jarnot, 7 p.m. 

Are You There McPhee? at, 8 p.m. 

Sunday

, Events for Ages 3-5, 6-8, 9-10, and 11-13, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 

 promotes year-long wellness and healthy living and will include exercise demonstrations, family fitness activities, health screenings, educational fun projects, nutritious food demonstrations and more. There will also be arts and crafts stations, a moonbounce and booths to demonstrate healthy cooking and snacks for kids. 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 

at 2 p.m., Free, but reservations are requested.

Are You There McPhee? at, 2 p.m. 

Stretto Youth Chamber Orchestra  Princeton-based ensemble of 35 musicians ages 7 to 18 performs a repertoire of string orchestra compositions from the Baroque to early 20th century. 4 p.m.