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SUMMER | 2012

MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSION

Pathways

1920sCountry Fair &Harvest Festival!



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“Royalty” o the Butterfies!Each September, monarch butteries begin an

incredible journey that takes them over 2,000

miles to the mountains of Central Mexico. After

spending the winter in the mountain forests,

these butteries head north in March, following

the sprouting of milkweed plants just as their

great-grandparents did the year before! If you’re

amazed that fragile butteries can achieve such

a feat, then join the staff of Pyramid Mountain

Natural Historic Area in Montville all summer to

learn more.

At Mission Monarch Search, become “citizen

scientists” and help search the buttery gardens to tallythe monarch eggs, caterpillars, chrysalids, and adult

onWednesdays, Auust 15 and 29, from 2 p.m. to

3 p.m. Learn how to recognize the monarch in all the

stages of its life cycle, and how to report a monarch

sighting on the internet to contribute to important

scientic research. These programs are $2 per person

and open to all ages.

Monarch FestivalThe winter Monarch population in Mexico was

reported earlier this year as down. Wish them well on

their southbound journey on September 8 from

12 Noon to 4 p.m., at the Annual Meet a Monarch

Festival. The festival takes place during the mon-

arch’s peak migration time in New Jersey. Take a

guided, “Bug Safari,” and venture through the but-

tery garden. Meet live monarchs from egg to adult,

as well as the many other creatures that depend on

milkweed. Be there for the exciting release of live

monarch butteries. Travel through the life cycle

stations and experience monarch metamorphosis

rsthand, try some buttery origami, and listen to livemusic and stories as you celebrate the life and legacy

of these amazing animals. Native plants and seeds, as

well as guides to New Jersey’s butteries are available

for purchase. All ages are welcome! The entrance fee

is $4 per adult, and $3 per child ages 2 - 10.

For more information, please call 973-334-3130

or visit www.morrisparks.net.

Meet The Monarchs



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Garden Fairies are visiting Willowwood Arboretum in Chester Township

and The Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris Township, and summer is the

perfect time to build a miniature home for these special magical creatures.

Families are invited on Sunday, July 15, at 1 p.m. to tour Willowwood Arboretum

gardens. Learn which plants attract fairies to your yard, and create and plant a fairy

dish garden to take home. Cost is $20 per family.

On Sunday, July 22 (rain date July 29), at 1 p.m., families are invited to celebrate

the sixth Fairy Day at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and to build a home for these visit-

ing wee folk on the Sylvan Terrace. Discover the nooks where fairies may hide and learn

what makes the perfect fairy home. All natural building materials, such as bark, branches,

lichens, mosses, feathers, stones, and leaves are provided, as well as tips on how to build

a fairy house. Be prepared to be creative. While you build the fairies’ homes listen to live

music, and enjoy fairy treats. Cost is $30 per family.

For more information and to preregister, please call 973-326-7603.

The Morris County Park Commission,

recognized as one of the region’s best park

systems, has unveiled its new branding

that includes a redesigned logo and tagline, which

will soon be seen throughout Morris County

and the region. Today comprised of over 18,600

acres of preserved land, the 38 distinct facilities

include magnicent parks that provide an array of conservation, preservation, recreation, education,

leisure, horticultural, and cultural opportunities.

According to Executive Director David Helmer, “We have unveiled this new logo

and branding to build awareness and understanding of the programs, activities, and op-

portunities offered by the Park Commission. Our mission is to provide the community

that visits and benets from the park system, including general park users, neighbors,

community leaders, donors, volunteers, and employees, with an enjoyable experience

at all areas of interaction with the park system.”

The graphic of a trail through the logo

offers several representations of what the Park

Commission has to offer, including 155 miles

of recreational trails, 45 miles of which is

Patriots’ Path that crosses Morris County from

the bordering counties of Essex and Warren, the

many miles of golf cart paths, or a garden strollthrough The Frelinghuysen Arboretum; the logo

could represent the Black River that powers the National Historic Registered Cooper

Gristmill, or the ight of a monarch buttery found at the Great Swamp Outdoor Edu-

cation Center, and even a gure 8 on the ice at the Mennen Sports Arena. The path is

yours to choose; we will help you nd the way. Helmer states, “This path not only con-

nects you to the myriad of interests and opportunities found throughout your county

park system, it also connects the communities of Morris County together.”

Fairies,Fairies

Everywhere




Nature’s Little Explorers!L

et your preschoolers’ curiosity get the best of them during Nature’s Little

Explorers programs. With the guidance of a caregiver, children ages 2 and

3 journey through the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center or Pyramid

Mountain Natural Historic Area to explore various wildlife habitats in the area.

Each class highlights various themes of the current season through hands-on explora-

tion, games, songs, poems, stories, crafts, and a weekly dose of tree hugging! This

program is a six-week series designed with each week building off of previously

learned themes. Get a new perspective on dirt, seeds, leaves, birds, snakes, bugs, and

more, while learning through the curiosity, imagination, and mind of a child.

This interactive series is offered each year during the fall, winter, and spring. The

series are held at the GSOEC every Thursday, starting September 13 at either 9:45 a.m.

or 10:45 a.m. To register for the GSOEC classes, call 973-635-6629. Fall classes at

Pyramid Mountain are held on Wednesdays, starting September 12 at 10 a.m. To register

for the Pyramid Mountain classes, call 973-334-3130.

For more information, please visit www.morrisparks.net

“B

ranching Out!,” a unique

gardening program for children,

celebrates its 40th birthday on

Saturday, Auust 11 at The FrelinghuysenArboretum in Morris Township.

This program began with a proposal

from The Garden Club of Morristown to the

Morris County Park Commission for a small

piece of land on which to teach teenagers

about gardening. It has developed over the

decades into one of the premier youth hor-

ticulture programs. Each year more than 75

young people from ages 5 to 13 garden their

own plots, get dirty, examine nature, andas a result, discover the joys of eating fresh

produce right off the vine.

“Branching Out!” Coordinator Gwen

Montgomery says, “With concerns on the

rise about children’s obesity rates, time

spent outside, or awareness of where and

how food gets on their plates, “Branching

Out!” is a hands-on educational program

that addresses each of these concerns.Interestingly, many of the program’s

components have not changed in 40 years.”

Additionally, she notes that each year the

program has a waiting list, and current

gardeners are often the children of

“Branching Out!” alumni.

Moira Clarkin, mother of her third

“Branching Out!” gardener, fourth grader

Will, concludes, “This gardening program

continues to be my favorite. It is a traditionat our house! From planting on that rst

cold Saturday of April to the end of season

party in August, we enjoy each moment,

rain or shine, and all of the bounty of our

hard work!”

“Branching Out!” It Starts With A Seed



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Calling all Steampunks and lovers of history to a

weekend-long immersion festival… in the mid

1880s. Be prepared to experience a unique and

rare opportunity to blend history and science through time.

You only need to imagine a world much different from

what we know; a world of machines, gears, and springs

powered by steam. This is Steampunk, a period in time

of unknown origins that will be at Historic Speedwell in

Morristown, on Saturday, October 6 and Sunday, Oc-

tober 7 from 12 Noon to 6 p.m. All experienced Steam-

punks and history lovers, or those who want to attend and

be amazed at this growing-in-popularity event, can enjoy

this truly amazing weekend-long festival.

Are you a history fan? A Steampunk? A science

acionado? Walk through the portal of time into aninteraction with a community from an alternative, bygone

era. Historic Speedwell invites you to sample the latest

advances in temporal exploration, capable of bringing

your favorite moments in time directly to you. To truly

experience this immersion opportunity to its fullest, enjoy

one-of-a-kind shopping experiences, take part in the varied

discussions and workshops, and watch the demonstrations

of crafts and trades. There are musicians, performers, and

entertainers. Arrive at registration wearing your favorite

Victorian or Steampunk day-wear! This is an event not

to be missed by any respectable adventurer, anachronolo-gist, or temporal voyager!

Guided tours feature the historic Vail House, the

brand-new interactive exhibit in the National Historic

Landmark Factory Building, and industrial archaeology.

Special lectures include the Origins of Steampunk, What

Was the Crystal Palace, and Historic Fashions During the

Reign of Queen Victoria. Also see the blacksmith at work,

or participate in a special children’s craft and dress-up sta-

tion. Victorian mourning customs are discussed near

the historically accurate hearse.

Admission to this event is $7 for adults, $6 for senior citizens, $5 for children 4 - 16, children under

4 are FREE.

For more information or preregistration,

please call 973 285-6550.

Wanted:Steampunks andTemporal Voyagers!

The thought of a bat ying overhead may conjure

up all types of eerie feelings! Yet, these icons of

Halloween and scary movies are interesting crea-

tures that offer valuable benets to the environment.

Between late summer and early autumn, New Jersey

bats use echolocation to forage on thousands of ying

insects and fatten up before hibernation. Since Northern

New Jersey is home to the state’s largest known over-wintering site, the Hibernia Hibernaculum, this is the

perfect time and place to “go batty!”

On Thursday, September 20 at 6 p.m., join Dr.

Lance Risley of the William Paterson University Biology

Department for a slide show and discussion on the bats of

North America to learn the true facts about these mys-

terious creatures. Dr. Risley is involved in the latest bat

research so you can be up-to-date on bat populations and

the devastating effects of White Nose Syndrome.

After the presentation, join a guided walk on the

darkening trails of Pyramid Mountain in Montville

Township with Dr. Risley and a staff naturalist.

Dr. Risley uses an echolocation device to search for

foraging bats that makes the bat’s high-frequencysounds audible to human ears.

This program is designed for ages 8 and up, with

a fee of $5 per person. Space is limited so call early

to register!

For more information or to register,

please call 973-334-3130.




Step right up! Come to Fosterelds’ award-winning 1920s Country Fair and Harvest

Festival with farm animals, exhibits, wagon rides, music, food, tours of the man-

sion, woodstove cooking, period games, and so much more! Each year over 3,000

visitors experience this fun-lled afternoon. On Sunday, September 9, from 12 Noon to

5 p.m. at Fosterelds Living Historical Farm in Morris Township, nd the simple plea-

sures of a recreated local country fair.

Go for a spin in an antique car or ride on a tractor-pulled wagon, give your best

guesses at the cow judging and piglet weigh-in, lend a hand cider pressing, try out new

skills playing old-fashioned games, and tap those toes to the rhythms of the Long Hill

String Band. Breathe in the aromas of woodstove cooking in the Farmhouse kitchen.

Experience the Foster family’s lifestyle by taking a walk-through tour of the rst oor of

The Willows, the 1854 Gothic Revival mansion, which was once their home.

See many ne examples of hand crafts, baked, canned and preserved goods, and oral

and vegetable displays. On the farm, watch the farmers operate a gasoline engine, examine a

poultry exhibit, and meet the Belgian draft horses, Jersey dairy cows, pigs, and sheep.

Local farm produce is available for purchase, and food concessions are sure to satisfy the

hungriest fair-goers. Special event fees are $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (65+), $6 for children

ages 4 to 16, and $4 for children ages 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2 and Friends

members with a current membership card.

For more information, please call 973-326-7645 or visit www.morrisparks.net.

1920sCountry Fair &

Harvest Festival!



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MilitaryTimelineLiving History

Comes to Lie Event

Turn back the pages of history and relive various timelines of

military camp life at Cooper Gristmill in Chester Township.

Explore the changes that took place in different military

eras, including the The French and Indian War and Civil War, and

glimpse activities happening apart from the battleeld. Meet

“Abe Lincoln” while he gets his tintype photo taken, and hear

stories from re-enactors. See demonstrations of drills, campres,

gear, utilities, artifacts, and much more.

This journey takes place on Friday, July 13, from 7 p.m.

to 9 p.m. with an evening candlelight tour of the camp led by

re-enactors. The event continues on Saturday, July 14, from10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and later features another evening candlelight tour

of camp from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. On Sunday, July 15, the program is

held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations are appreciated.

For more information, please call 908-879-5463.

Somewhere in Time1890s Music Day at Milltown

R eturn to another time and place during 1890s Music Day in Milltown at the

Cooper Gristmill in Chester Township! On Saturday, July 28 from 1 p.m. to

4 p.m., enjoy an afternoon of magical sounds reminiscent of musical events

performed in Milltown/Chester more than a century ago. Have fun interacting with mu-sicians Nancy Shill and Charlie Pellegrino by playing ddlesticks, a traditional way to

add percussion to old-time music. Try out animated dancing puppets called limber jacks

while keeping the beat! Donations are appreciated.




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Wedding of

the Century19th Century

Wedding Fashions

“Married in white, you choose right.” Did all brides

marry in white? Step back in time to Wedding of

the Century at Historic Speedwell in Morristown,

on Sunday, September 16, with four shows at 1 p.m., 2 p.m.,

3 p.m. and 4 p.m. Enjoy 100 years of historic wedding fashionsand a tour of the Vail House and its exhibition of 19th century

wedding customs. Learn how weddings evolved throughout this

Victorian period to the familiar customs we enjoy today.

A runway show featuring ten decades of historically accurate

bridal fashions gives a glimpse into how weddings transformed

from a run-of-the-mill fact of life, to an enormous, expensive

celebration. Following this 30-minute presentation, guests are

invited on a thematic tour of the Vail House where costumed

docents discuss wedding traditions and share stories from the Vail

family history.Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children,

ages 4 - 16. Children ages 4 and under are FREE. Due to the limited

amount of space within the Vail House, reservations required.





Experience the most pleasurable and rewarding golf that New

Jersey has to offer at one of the Morris County Park Com-

mission’s nationally recognized courses. These award-

winning courses offer challenging play, a wide range of popular

programs for golfers of all skill levels, are reasonably pr iced, andreadily accessible.

Become a registered golfer for discounted rates, arrange a golf

outing for your company or organization, take advantage of the week-

day, midday discounted rates, and twilight golf discounted rates.COMEWITH US Pl a yBERkSHIRE VallEyFrom environmental ruin to natural preserve, Berkshire Valley Golf

Course is a “must play” because of the challenges and awe-inspiring

views atop the ridge of Green Pond Mountain. Awarded Golf Digest’s

“Best Places to Play,” ZAGAT Golf Guide “American’s Top Golf

Course,” and Garden States’s “Top Municipal Golf Course.” The topog-

raphy and spectacular scenery make this course unlike any other golng

experience. This 18-hole, par 71, 6,800-yard course features a driving

range, golf shop with grill room, and conference room.

PInCH BROOkPinch Brook Golf Course is an executive length course designed bythe world-renowned development rm, Rees Jones Inc. The par 65,

4,996-yard course gained three and a half stars from Golf Digest’s “Best

Places to Play.” While the water hazards along the majority of holes and

elevated, undulating greens are sure to test the skill of the most seasoned

golfer, Pinch Brook Golf Course is also popular with seniors and holds

clinics for golfers of all levels.

FlandERS VallEyFlanders Valley Golf Course satises its role as the Morris County

Park Commission’s agship course with 36 holes, played by more than

85,000 golfers annually, accolades in the industry’s leading publications,and numerous championship events. Rated as one of the premier public

golf courses in the United States, Flanders Valley Golf Course combines

scenic and challenging holes on its White-to-Blue, par 72, 6,417-yard

course and Red-to-Gold, par 72, 6,429-yard course, enough to garner

four stars from Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play” and achieve recogni-

tion by the ZAGAT Golf Guide the past ve years.

SUnSET VallEyA variety of holes with challenging design and fast greens compose thelength of Sunset Valley Golf Course. The course can be deceiving with

its 18 holes, par 70, and 6,438-yards of fairways and greens. Sunset

Valley Golf Course, regarded as one of the premier golf courses in New

Jersey, is consistently rated among the best Public Courses in New

Jersey with four stars from Golf Digest , recognition as one of the “Top

100 Must Play Courses” by Golf Styles Magazine, and the best three

nishing holes in the state, according to many golf enthusiasts.



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Light the way to the Cooper

Gristmill in Chester Township

to take part in a Candle Making

Demonstration and Workshop on

Saturday, September 15 from 1 p.m.

to 4 p.m. Enjoy the traditional art of

candle making by hand dipping wicks

in a pot of beeswax over an opencampre. Make your own candles,

as well. The cost is $5 per candle.

Preregistration is required by

September 1.

For more information and to

preregister, please call 908-879-5463.

Calling all young artists! Interested

in trying out different art media?

Then we have the program for you!

Students ages 8 to 13 are invited to Historic

Speedwell in Morristown for two unique

workshops. On Friday, July 20, from 1 p.m.

to 3 p.m., learn form and texture, as well as

drawing using different mediums, including

pencil and charcoal. On Friday, Auust 17,

from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., learn about the art of

collage and bring items from home to incor-

porate into your art. This workshop is held in

an air-conditioned classroom. The classes are

taught by Curator Melanie Bump, who holds

a degree in ne art. Each class is $5 per

person, and preregistration is required.

For more information and to preregister,

please call 973-285-6550.

Kid’s Art Programat Historic Speedwell

FREE!

Come and Play

Flanders Valley Golf Course

after 4 pm and your

kid is FREE!**

*Kids must be under 18 years of age, accompanied by a playing adult

** With each adult paid green fee, reservations fee, and/or golf cart fee, the

corresponding kid’s fee is FREE.

*




Summer’s

Hot PicksKids just love the fantasy and folklore of building tiny

homes for garden fairies on Fairy Day. Using their cre-

ativity, the kids make the wee folks a home using such

natural materials as bark, branches, and moss.

OnSaturday, July 21 at Willowwood Arboretum,

create a fairy dish garden to take home. The Frelinghuysen

Arboretum needs your help on Sunday, July 22 to build

fairy houses while enjoying live music and fairy treats.The fairy houses remain on display at The Frelinghuysen

Arboretum until mid-August.

You must pack up the kids and head out

to Sunrise Lake Beach Club in Lewis

Morris County Park for Campout on

the Beach. Bring a tent, or rent one, and

stake your claim on the sandy beach

overlooking the scenic lake. Come at 4 p.m. and goswimming, and for an extra fee play on the Wibit or even

take out a paddle boat. Bring a picnic dinner and when

the sun sets, enjoy a beach campre with stories, roasting

marshmallows, and glow stick tag. Wake up to the sun

rising over the lake and enjoy breakfast. Simply one-of-a

kind family fun on Friday, July 20!

(Rain date is Sat. July 21)

Did you know the golf courses of

the Morris County Park Commission

have been rated among the best public

courses in the state and throughout the

nation? A variety of elevated tees and

greens, and challenging fairways, all set against breath-taking backdrops, are just a few of the notable features.

Reserve your tee time online, or come as a walk-on. You

can even sign up for an instructional clinic or a competi-

tive tournament. Play all four courses and choose your

favorite: Berkshire Valley G.C., Flanders Valley G. C.,

Pinch Brook G. C., Sunset Valley G.C.

www.morrisparks.net/golf.

Top 10 Fabulous

Things To Do

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You’ll be in the know on these two new or revisited

trends. Did you always want to learn how to preserve

fruits the natural and wholesome way for either your own

use or to give away as holiday gifts? Or have you ever

been curious about herbs used for medicinal purposes?

Come to Historic Speedwell on Saturday, July 28 from

1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to learn how to preserve fruits, like berries and apples, for

jellies, jams, and marmalades. Take some sweet treats home. On Sunday,

July 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. learn to identify ordinary plants that have

abilities to make a profound difference to your well being from a Flower

Essence Practitioner and Clinical Physiotherapist. You’ll learn identica-

tion, medicinal uses, and harvesting techniques of the plants.


Not to be Missed! National Niht Out on

Tuesday, Auust 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

is so good that it won national recognition

5 years in a row for the best “Night Out.”

Over 5,000 people attend each year. Why,

you wonder? First, there’s FREE food,

drinks, ice skating, tons of giveaways, and entertainment.

NJ Devil and New Jersey Devil players have also made

appearances! There are re trucks to explore, the Red

Cross Fire Safety House to tour, ambulances to climb in,

inated slides and bounce houses to let out the sillies, the

Park Police horses to meet and greet, and the very popu-

lar Child ID program. Don’t forget to visit the exhibitors

representing an array of county and local services for

information and giveaways.

Calling all families… time to

have a large reunion and get

caught up on family news at any

reservable picnic shelter, The

Lodge at Schooley’s MountainCounty Park in Washington

Township, or the Casino at Silas

Condict County Park in Kinnelon Borough. You can

plan a festive feast and cook on outdoor grills, then work

off all the calories playing softball, hiking the trails, and

much more. Remember to take the camera!

For reservations, please call 973-326-7631.

It’s a hot sultry summer day and you

just want to escape the heat. Mennen

Sports Arena is the answer. Cool off on

one of three fabulous ice skating rinks,

have lunch or a snack at the Snack bar,and play video games. You can even

sign up for one or more skating lessons. Bring the kids,

friends, and family.

For summer hours, call 973-326-7651.

The 1920s Country Fair and Harvest Festival is an

absolute must! It’s a blast taking a tractor- pulled wagon

ride around Fosterelds Living Historical Farm, watch-

ing the piglets getting weighed, or riding in an antique

car! Kids can help with farm chores, watch cooking over

a wood stove, play period games, and listen to music.Visit the Transportation Exhibit and the mansion, The

Willows. Truly a fun-lled day for everyone on Sunday,

September 9, from 12 Noon to 5 p.m. Bring the camera.

Summer would not be the same without

swimming, boating, and hanging out atthe beach. You know, the sun on your

face and sand between your toes. Head

off, with sunscreen, to Sunrise Lake

Beach Club. Rent a paddle boat, or

splash, run, and slide across the Wibit, an inatable water

obstacle course. Take a picnic lunch or grab a treat at the

Snack Bar. AHHHH! It’s summer!

Who isn’t delighted when they see a

beautiful Monarch buttery? Here isyour chance to visit a buttery garden

and become a ‘citizen scientist’ for the day. Tally the

monarch eggs, caterpillars, chrysalids, and adult butter-

ies on Wednesdays, Auust 15 and 29, from 2 p.m. to

3 p.m. at Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area. It is

simply fascinating to see these magnicent creatures up

close and personal.




Morris County’s Annual National Night Out,

hosted by the Morris County Park Police andthe Morris County Park Commission, returns

to Mennen Sports Arena in Morris Township on Tues-

day, Auust 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., with more FREE

attractions. Fire, police, and rescue units are on hand to

demonstrate a wide range of skills and equipment that are

used to bring awareness to the community with special

emphasis on the family and the multitude of services avail-

able to enhance their lives. Scores of representatives from

the United States Army and Coast Guard, Federal Bureau

of Investigation, the Secret Service, as well as dozens of

municipal, county, and state law enforcement agencies

participate, and are available for questions.

There will be FREE food, drinks, entertainment,

ice skating, giveaways, and attractions offering attendees

one of the best “Nights Out.” Each year since 2007, The

National Association of Town Watch (NATW) named

the Morris County’s National Night Out event a National

Award Winner. “The Morris County National Night Out

for the past ve years has received national recognition because it offers a comprehensive array of participating

agencies to educate the public on available community ser-

vices,” says Lieutenant Dave Doyle of the Morris County

Park Police. “In addition to the exhibits, there is FREE

ice skating, hands-on activities, FREE giveaways, an op-

portunity to see re trucks, police vehicles, and more. Our

most popular activity is the Child ID program.”

This year, National Night Out overows with

amusements. Investigate the essential equipment of po-

lice, re, and emergency vehicles, such as motorcycles,

ambulances, all-terrain vehicles, re engines, and squad

cars. Visit the horses of the Morris County Park Police’s

award-winning Mounted Equestrian Unit. Groove to the

tunes of DJs and live performers. The Morris County

Park Police are offering the popular FREE Child ID

cards, an initiative launched in 2000 that registers more

than 1,000 children annually.

Chief William Huyler and the Morris County Park

Police ensure public safety throughout Morris County and

provide assistance to other area agencies. The department

currently patrols park facilities with cars, motorcycles,

bicycles, all-terrain vehicles, and horses.

For more information,

please visit wwwmorrisparks.net or contact

Lieutenant Dave Doyle at [email protected]



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Sundy, July 1

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone, and stopby the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Hurrah for Independence Day!Celebrate our nation’s birthdaywith a horse-drawn wagon ride,old-time games, and hand-cranked ice cream.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Mondy, July 2

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.

Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*

Tuesdy, July 3

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hedden Park, Dover.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Sturdy, July 7

Morris Canal Lock 2East ReconstructionSee reconstruction work of thislock, before it is relled with wa-ter, as well as all the wood, andiron artifacts that were uncoveredby archaeologists. Wear shoes tfor a construction site.Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.Location: Hugh Force Park,Wharton.Cost: $5.* Call 973-285-6538.

Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages!Stroll the wooded trails anddiscover the natural wonders of Pyramid Mountain.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person ages 3 and up.*

Sail, Sail Your Boat All ages with adults.Children can assemble anddecorate sailboats, and race themin the tailrace. Boats can be

purchased for $10, $5 for Friendsmembers, or borrowed for FREE. Please wear water boots.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: FREE.

Donations appreciated.

“Go with the Flow” Woods Walk Ages 5 & Up.Take a walk along a stream thatwas vital to the farm’s water supply, and discover some of nature’s surprises.Wear sturdy footwear.Time: 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Sturdy, July 7

& Sundy, July 8Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone, and stop

by the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.

Cost: $10 per family.

Tuesdy, July 10

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Jockey Hollow,Harding Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Fragrant PerennialsWouldn’t you like to add the di-mension of scent to your garden?The scent that greets you in themorning and lulls you to sleep atnight - scent of cut owers and

potpourri. David Hyde, owner of Well Sweep Herb Farm in PortMurray, NJ brings his exper-tise and his plants on this topic.Learn how to select, plant, andcare for scented perennials for alifetime of pleasure.Time: 6:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $15.*

Wednesdy, July 11

Stream ExplorationAges 4 & Up.Get your feet wet while exploringthe streams of Lewis Morris Park to unveil the creatures and plantsthat call this habitat home.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Lewis Morris CountyPark, Morris Twp.Cost: $5.* Call 973-635-6629.

Experiments in the Attic:Under PressureDiscover how steam and air pres-

sure can be used to make differ-ent types of machines work.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor

program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*

Thursdy, July 12

Family Night Hike at Lewis Morris Park Ages 4 & Up.Explore the sounds of the park asdusk fades and night takes over.This 1-1/2 hour hike will awakenyour summer senses.Time: 7:30 p.m.Location: Lewis Morris County

Park, Morris Twp.Cost: $5.* Call 973-635-6629.

Fridy, July 13 throughSundy, July 15

Military Timeline Living HistoryExplore military camp life begin-ning with the French and Indian

War through the Civil War eras.Time: Friday, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.Candlelight tour

Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. &7 p.m. - 9 p.m.Candlelight tour

Sunday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: Suggested donations are $3for adults, $2 for seniors (65+),& $1 for children ages 4 to 16.Children under 4 are FREE.Info: 973-326-7616.

SEE PAgE 8

Fridy, July 13

Fright Night Skate with DJ Earl Bring your inline or roller skatesfor a night of skating under thelights, with music by DJ Earl.Snacks and drinks are availablefor purchase.Time: 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.Location: Central Park of MorrisCounty, Parsippany.Cost: FREE.For more info: 973-326-7616.

Sturdy, July 14& Sundy, July 15

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone, and stop

by the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sundy, July 15

Tripod Rock Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Hike to visit the famous“Rock Star” that resides atPyramid Mountain.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.*

Carriage House Craft: EmbroideryAges 8 & Up.The Vail daughters, Harriet andSarah, spent several years at theMoravian Seminary in Bethle-

hem, Pennsylvania, where theyreceived training in the art of needlework for which theschool was famous. Learn aboutembroidery and work on a projectto take home.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Create a Fairy Dish GardenTour the Willowwood Arboretumgardens to look for fairies andlearn what plants fairies love.

Families create a Fairy Dish Gar-den to take home.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: WillowwoodArboretum.Cost: $20 per family/per garden.*To register, call 973-326-7603 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org.

SEE PAgE 3

The Broody HenLearn how the broody hen is

selected so that she sits on a nestto hatch eggs.Time: 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Tuesdy, July 17

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Dismal Harmony,

Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Wednesdy, July 18

Experiments in the Attic:Under PressureDiscover how steam and air pres-sure can be used to make differ-ent types of machines work.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.



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Thursdy, July 19

INVADERS!Staffs from both the MorrisCounty Park Commission andthe New Jersey ConservationFoundation help expand your knowledge of invasive speciesthat threaten the diversity of na-tive plant communities and their associated wildlife. Please wear clothing appropriate for a walk inthe woods. For further informa-tion, call 908-234-1225.Time: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.

Blueberry Mufn Baking:Children’s WorkshopAll ages with an adult.Tour the gristmill, and makeblueberry mufns using our thatwas just ground. . Decorate clothbags to hold the freshly bakedmufns!Time: 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: $10 per family, and $5 for Friends members.*Preregister by July 5.

Fridy, July 20

“Express Yourself!”

Kids’ art program: Drawing Ages 8 - 13.Young artists receive a basiclesson in drawing, and explorethe concepts of form and texturein creating two-dimensionalimages and experiment withdifferent mediums.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $5.*

SEE PAgE 11

Eco-Art

Ages 7 - 11.Learn how to use naturalobjects found outside to makea unique work of art. Bring acamera to take a picture of your masterpiece!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*

Campout on the BeachEnjoy a night camping out on thebeach with a roaring campre,scrumptious s’mores, games, and

more. RAINDATE Saturday,July 21.Time: 7 p.m. Arrive at 4 p.m. toenjoy free swimming and beachadmission.Location: Sunrise Lake, LewisMorris County Park Cost: $35 for a family of 4.*Call for info and reservations973-326-7616.



by the Haggerty Education Cen-

ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sundy, July 22

Wash and Wear Sheep!Help the farmers wash and comba lamb born this spring. This

process would prepare a lambfor showing and judging at localfairs.Time: 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Fairy DayThe Garden Fairies return to TheFrelinghuysen Arboretum thissummer! To prepare for their arrival, houses need to be built.Families are invited to celebratethe sixth Fairy Day on the SylvanTerrace and build a home for these visiting wee folk. Be pre-

pared to be creative. All supplies, bark, branches, lichens, mosses,feathers, stones, and leaves, are

provided. Bring your own ma-terials as long as they’re naturalsince fairies shun man-madematerials. All the fairy housesare on display until mid-August.To see photos of previous FairyHouses, or to get ideas for your own house visitwww.arboretumfriends.org.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $30 per house.*

SEE PAgE 3

Cooking Demonstration: Peachy KeenWhat could be better than a peach

pie at a summer barbeque? Howabout a peach cobbler? Youdecide at the end of this cooking

demonstration focusing on NewJersey’s peach harvest.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $25.*

Designing MindsTour Bamboo Brook with amember of the Association of Professional Landscape Design-ers. Learn how to incorporatethis garden’s sophisticated design

elements including, allées, axes,and ha-has into your garden.Time: 2 p.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.* To register,call 973-326-7603 or visitwww.arboretumfriends.org.

Tuesdy, July 24

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! All

adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Buttermilk Falls,Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Wednesdy, July 25

Experiments in the Attic:Under PressureDiscover how steam and air pres-sure can be used to make differ-ent types of machines work.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.

Cost: Admission. Sturdy, July 28

Bob Busha Memorial Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Remember Bob Busha, long-time volunteer and trail main-tainer at Pyramid Mountain,and celebrate his birthday as wehike the trails that Bob dedi-cated his time to maintain.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon.

Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.*

Preserves WorkshopAges 13 & Up.Learn how to preserve fruits,like berries and apples, as jellies,

jams, and marmalades. Take asmall jar of the sweet treat home.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.*

1890s Music Day at MilltownEnjoy an interactive programreminiscent of musical events

performed in Milltown/Chester more than a century ago. Chil-dren can play ddlesticks and

animate dancing puppets calledlimber jacks.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: FREE.Donations appreciated.

SEE PAgE 8



by the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sundy, July 29

Herb Day!Ages 13 & Up.The woods are lovely and deep,and there are many mysteriousand powerful plants there. Theseordinary plants have abilities thatcan make a profound differenceon your well being. Join us for an exploratory walk led by DawnBump, certied Flower EssencePractitioner and Clinical Physio-therapist, to learn identication,medicinal uses, and harvest-ing techniques of the plants all

around us. Walk away with infor-mation to incorporate immediateherbal usage into your lifestyle.Bring a brown-bag lunch.Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $35.*

Horseradish:The Root of a Condiment July is National HorseradishMonth! Learn how the horserad-ish root is made into a taste-budawakening condiment.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Medicinal Plantsof the Civil War What role did plants play in theoutcome of the Civil War? Learnabout the use of medicinal plantsin this era, and tour the Medicinal

Plants of the Civil War Garden toformulate your answer.Time: 2 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10.*

Tuesdy, July 31

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Tourne Park,Boonton Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Wednesdy, august 1

Experiments in the Attic: The Shocking Truth About MagnetsExplore the wonders and manyuses of electricity and magnetismduring this hands-on program.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Building a Better BarnWalking Tour Weather permitting, take a guidedtour to learn about the ongoingrestoration of the Main Barn andEnsilage Pits – the centerpiecesof the barnyard complex. Pleasemeet at the Visitors Center.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Thursdy, august 2

Stream ExplorationAges 4 & Up.Get your feet wet while exploringthe streams of Lewis Morris Park to unveil the creatures and plantsthat call this habitat home.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Patriots’ Path,Mendham Twp.Cost: $5.* Call 973-635-6629.




Sturdy, august 4& Sundy, august 5

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone, and stopby the Haggerty Education Cen-


Sturdy, august 4

Buttery Garden Tour and Na-tive Wildower Hike: Moderate

Ages 7 & Up.Tour the gardens and meadowsto watch butteries! Bring eldguides or borrow ours. Dress for the sun.Time: 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.*

Easton & Phillipsburg:Canals, Coal, & IronNJ’s Morris Canal was part of asystem of waterways built in theearly 1800s to bring PA anthracitecoal to NY and NJ. Visit the lock and dam complex at the junc-tion of the Lehigh and DelawareCanals at Easton, and the start of the Morris Canal. Continue alongthe Morris Canal to the foot of the Inclined Plane 10 West. Tour includes a stop at Breadlock Park to see the new, full-sized Mor-ris Canal Boat replica. This is amoderate, full-day walk and in-volves some off -trail exploration.Wear sturdy shoes, and bring abag lunch.Time: 10 a.m.Location: TBD.Cost: $5.* Call 973-285-6538.

“Explore the Farm” Horse-Drawn Wagon RideEnjoy an interpretive horse-drawn wagon ride while discov-ering the importance of sustain-able farming. Learn about themethods, equipment, crops, andenterprises of Charles Foster’sfarm in the early 1900s.Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12 Noon.

Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.*

Sail, Sail Your Boat All ages with an adult.Children can assemble anddecorate sailboats, and race themin the tailrace. Boats can be

purchased for $10, $5 for Friends

members, or borrowed for FREE. Please wear water boots.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Cooper GristmillCost: FREE.Donations appreciated.

Sundy, august 5

Love Those Spuds!Weather permitting,join in dig-ging spuds and then storing themin the potato pit! At the Farm-house, see potatoes featured in acooking demonstration.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Mondy, august 6


program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.

Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*

Tuesdy, august 7

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $1.*

National Night Out FREE food, entertainment, iceskating, giveaways, and more!Join the Morris County Park Po-lice, and over 40 law enforcementand community agencies to learnabout crime and drug prevention.Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.Location: Mennen Sports Arena.

Cost: FREE. SEE PAgE 14

Wednesdy, august 8




Sturdy, august 11

Butteries of Bamboo Brook The many native plants at Bam-

boo Brook attract and sustain awide variety of butteries. Takea walk with naturalist BlaineRothauser of the New JerseyConservation Foundation, to seemany of these charming insectsand learn about their habits. Nextyear, your garden could attract

butteries, too! Please wear clothing appropriate for a mead-ow walk. For further information,call 908-234-1225.Time: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.

Art in the Making: Quilting Ages 16 & Up.Learn the history of quilting andtake a tour of the Vail Houseand its quilt collection. After the tour, participate in a quilt-

making workshop.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $10 per student.*

Lace CreationsWatch the nimble ngers of theLost Art Lacers of North Jerseyas they perform the centuries-old arts of bobbin lace-makingand tatting.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: FREE.

Donations appreciated.





Sundy, august 12

Valhalla Overlook Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Join a trek up Turkey Mountainfor a summer-time view of LakeValhalla.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.*

Alfred Vail and the Natural World Curiosity about the natural worldwas very popular during the 19thcentury. Explore the site usingthe same texts as Alfred Vail. Ex-amine different trees cataloguedat the site in 1850. Enjoy design-ing an authentic historic ower garden for the Vail House.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission. Threshing Watch how seeds are separatedfrom the grain plants with thethreshing machine. Stop by theFarmhouse to learn about thiscommunity-oriented activity.Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Tuesdy, august 14

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain,Montville Twp.

Cost: $1.*

Wednesdy, august 15

Turtle TimeAges 6 - 10.Come out to learn all about our turtle friends, meet a live boxturtle, and search for some wildturtles too!Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*


Mission: Monarch SearchAll Ages!Learn about the amazing mon-arch buttery, and search the

buttery gardens to tally howmany monarch eggs, caterpillars,chrysalids, and butteries youcan nd. Learn about the upcom-ing Monarch Buttery Festival onSeptember 15!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person ages 3 and up.*

SEE PAgE 2

Thursdy, august 16

Corn Mufn Baking: Children’s WorkshopAll ages with an adult.Tour the Gristmill, and then makecorn mufns using meal that was

just ground. Decorate cloth bagsto hold the mufns.Time: 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: $10 per family, Friends

members $5.*Preregister by August 2.

Fridy, august 17

“Express Yourself!” Kids’ art program: CollageAges 8 - 13.Young artists receive a basiclesson in collage art. Using artsupplies provided, and mem-ory items brought from home,students create a small collagehighlighting one of their favoriteexperiences.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $5.*

SEE PAgE 11




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Sturdy, august 18

Industrial Metal Crafts DayWatch a tinsmith, a blacksmith,and a metal jewelry artisan dem-onstrate their work. Make a tin-pierced ornament to take home.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: FREE.Donations appreciated.


Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone, and stopby the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme

and prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sundy, august 19

Butteries for You and Me!Ages 5 & Up with an adult.Through nature journaling,explore how butteries areimportant to a garden. Thisoutdoor program is dependenton the weather.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Tuesdy, august 21

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Location: Kay Center,Chester Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Wednesdy, august 22

Dazzling Dragons and DamselsAll Ages!No, this isn’t a scene from a fairytale! Learn all about dragoniesand damselies on a guided walk to the scenic pond.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.

Cost: $3.*Experiments in the Attic: TheShocking Truth About MagnetsExplore the wonders and manyuses of electricity and magnetismduring this hands-on program.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Thursdy, august 23

Flat Water Canoe SkillsAges 12 & Up.Have fun and learn canoe strokes,equipment, and safety in thisintroductory course. An adultmust accompany children under 16. This is a prerequisite for other MCPC canoe programs.Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Location: Silas Condict Park,Kinnelon.Cost: $15.* Call 973-334-3130.

Sturdy, august 25

Tyke Hike: EasyAges 2 - 6 with an adult.Take a relaxing, guided hike atPyramid Mountain and learn

some amazing new nature facts.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person.*

Sail, Sail Your Boat All ages with an adult.Children can assemble and deco-rate sailboats, and race them in thetailrace. Boats can be purchased for $10, $5 for Friends members, or

borrowed for FREE.Please wear water boots.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: FREE.Donations appreciated.



by the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. This

is a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sundy, august 26

National Milling DayCelebrate the birthday of Oliver Evans, a 1780s inventor, who cre-ated the rst automatic our mill,amphibious vehicle, and high-

pressure steam engine! Learn aboutgristmills across the country.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: FREE.Donations appreciated.

Carriage House Craft: Quilting Ages 8 & Up.Keeps you warmer than justany old blanket, a quilt is three

blankets in one. Learn about theart of quilting and create a project

to take home.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Designing MindsTour Bamboo Brook with amember of the Association of Professional Landscape Design-ers. Learn how to incorporatethis garden’s sophisticated designelements including allées, axes,and ha-has into your garden.Time: 2 p.m.

Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.* To register,call 973-326-7603 or visitwww.arboretumfriends.org.

Sustenance on the Farm Dinner The Friends of Fosterelds andCooper Gristmill, Sustenance,LLC, and Slow Food of Northern

New Jersey, partner for an eve-ning of food on the farm. Enjoyan elegant ve-course dinner featuring locally sourced veg-etables and meats prepared by an

award-winning chef, and pairedwith biodynamic wines.Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Advance ticketinformation is available atwww.sustenanceevents.com.

Tuesdy, august 28

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Scherman-Hoffman,Bernardsville.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Wednesdy, august 29

Experiments in the Attic:TheShocking Truth About MagnetsExplore the wonders and manyuses of electricity and magnetismduring this hands-on program.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.

Cost: Admission.

Mission: Monarch SearchAll Ages!Learn about the amazing mon-arch buttery, and search the

buttery gardens to tally howmany monarch eggs, caterpillars,

chrysalids, and butteries youcan nd. Learn about the upcom-ing Monarch Buttery Festival onSeptember 15!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person ages 3 and up.*

SEE PAgE 2

Sturdy, September 1

“Explore the Farm” Horse-Drawn Wagon RideEnjoy an interpretive horse-

drawn wagon ride while discov-ering the importance of sustain-able farming. Learn about themethods, equipment, crops, andenterprises of Charles Foster’sfarm in the early 1900s.Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12 Noon.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.*

Sturdy, September 1& Sundy, September 2

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt

Grab a camera or phone, and stop by the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sundy, September 2

End of Summer Family Walk: EasyAll Ages!Stroll the wooded trails anddiscover the natural wonders of Pyramid Mountain.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person ages 3 and up.*

What’s Cooking?In the Farmhouse, help prepare atasty fare that uses a 1920s recipe

and farm produce.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Tuesdy, September 4

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Lewis Morris CountyPark, Morris Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Wednesdy, September 5

Building a Better BarnWalking Tour Weather permitting; take a guidedtour to learn about the ongoingrestoration of the Main Barn andEnsilage Pits – the centerpieces of the Fosterelds barnyard complex.

Please meet at the Visitors Center.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Thursdy, September 6

Home-School Day:The Power of EnergyAll Ages!Learn how the power of theBlack River grinds seeds intoour and meal. While touringthe Gristmill, discuss other types

of energy such as wind, water,nuclear, tidal, steam, and animal.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: $6 per student.*To register, call 973-631-5343.

Sturdy, September 8


by the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Miller’s PancakeJoin in this adaptation of EricCarle’s Pancakes, Pancakes!Learn where our comes from,and watch the Miller make agolden brown pancake.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: FREE.Donations appreciated.


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Sturdy, September 8

Annual Meet a MonarchButtery Festival All Ages!Learn all about these fabulous but-teries and the miraculous 2,000-mile journey they make. Games,crafts, live music, activities, bugsafaris and so much more!Time: 12 Noon - 4 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $4 per adult, $3 per childages 2 and up.

SEE PAgE 2

Dig It!Ages 7 - 11.Budding archaeologists learnbasic underwater archaeologicalskills and the chance to unearthsome treasures of their own. Thisprogram is indoors.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.* Sundy, September 9

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone, and stopby the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme

and prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

1920s Country Fair and Harvest Festival Join in the festivities as an old-fashioned country fair is recreat-ed! Live music, food concessions,wagon-rides, crafts, exhibits,

demonstrations, period games, afarm market, wood stove cook-ing, and hands-on activities aresure to please.Time: 12 Noon - 5 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Special event fees are $8for adults, $7 for seniors (65+),$6 for children ages 4 - 16,and $4 for children ages 2 and3.FREE for children under age2 and for Friends members witha current membership card.

SEE PAgE 6

Exploring Gardensand Green SpacesLearn about all the great gardensto visit in the Tri-state area fromgarden historian Magda Salvesen.Ms. Salveson’s book, “Exploring

Gardens and Green Spaces-FromConnecticut to the Delaware Val-ley,” provides the background for her presentation, and gives youyears of garden touring plans. Aswe like to say, “So many gardens,so little time!”Time: 1 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $12.*

Ni - Hao FrelinghuysenExplore The Frelinghuysen

Arboretum and enjoy its seasonal blooms with a UPS DiversityLeadership Development TeamVolunteer in this all-Mandarinlanguage tour.Time: 2 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: FREE.*

Mondy, September 10

Toddler Trek: Squirrel SearchAges 2 & 3 with an adult.These furry rodents are scurryingin the forest looking for treats.Join us on a walk to nd the busysquirrels and read a book abouttheir autumn adventures.Time: 9:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*

Tuesdy, September 11

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! All

adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Schiff Natural LandsTrust, Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Pre-School Walk:Fluttering ButteriesAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Come for a walk to learn aboutthese fascinating creatures andto search for wild butteries.Enjoy a high-ying butterycraft afterwards.

Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*

Toddler Trek: Squirrel SearchAges 2 & 3 with an adult.These furry rodents are scurryingin the forest looking for treats.Join us on a walk to nd the busysquirrels and read a book about

their autumn adventures.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*

Wednesdys, September 12through October 17

Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Toddlers enjoy discovering thewonders of nature through sixweeks of walks, activities, andcrafts!

Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $55.*

SEE PAgE 4 Thursdys, September 13through October 18

Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Toddlers enjoy discovering thewonders of nature through 6 weeksof walks, activities, and crafts!Time: 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or

10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $55.*


Plants for Fall Gardening Think it’s too late to plant some

beautiful trees and shrubs in your garden? Think again-early fallis an optimum time for planting.Daryl Kobesky from PleasantRun Nursery inspires you withhis enthusiasm and expertise toget out in the garden and plantsomething.Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $15.*

Fridy, September 14

Friends of History Awards ReceptionThe Friends of Historic Speed-well honor area residents whohave shown a dedication to the

preservation of Morris County’s

rich historic past. This event is byinvitation only.Please call 973-285-6535.Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $75.

Sturdy, September 15

Andover: Iron,Tramways & RailroadsIn the mid 1700s, Philadelphia

businessmen Allen & Turner acquired thousands of acres inthe NJ Highlands, including ironmines in Andover and SussexCounty. Later, their mine atAndover was acquired by Cooper & Hewitt and became part of one of the country’s rst fullyintegrated iron manufacturing op-erations. Visit the remains of theiron works, and then explore therailroad including what was oncethe largest earth ll in the world.Bring lunch, and wear sturdyshoes for this moderate walk.Time: 10 a.m.Location: TBD.Cost: $5.* Call 972-285-6538.

End of Summer Singles Hike: ModerateAges 18 & Up.Looking for someone to hikewith? This late summer hike for singles may be the answer. Alladults welcome.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE. *

Tyke HikeAges 2 - 6 with an adult.Kids take to the trails to discover the unique animals and plantsfound at the Great Swamp.Everyone’s sure to learn someamazing new nature facts!Time:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2 per person.*

Candle Making Demonstrationand WorkshopObserve how 1860s beeswax

candles were hand-dipped over an open campre, and make your own candles.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: $5 per candle.*Preregister by September 1.

See Pae 11

Heritage TurkeysLearn what a heritage turkey is,and discover some of the breedsthat were once raised in the late19th century.

Time: 2 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

Garden Series-Fall: Putting to Bed Cleaning out and putting thevegetable garden to bed for winter are just as important as

prepping in the spring. You may

still be harvesting later summer vegetables but it’s not too early to plan for winter.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $15.*





Sundy, September 16

4th Annual Fashion Show:Wedding of the Century“Married in white, you choseright”… Did all brides marryin white? Step back in time toWedding of the Century. Enjoy100 years of historic weddingfashions and enjoy a tour of theHistoric Vail House exhibitingwedding customs of the 19thCentury. Learn how weddingsevolved throughout the Victorian

period to the familiar customs weenjoy today.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $7 adults, $6 seniors,$5 children.

SEE PAgE 9

Cooking With Teens: An Apple a DayGrades 7 & Up.Apples abound in New Jerseythis time of year and we do our

best to sample them all! Makeyour own applesauce, individualapple pies, a French apple tart,and an apple brown betty. This is

a hands-on cooking class.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $35.*


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Autumn Open House at Willowwood ArboretumThe coming of fall brings a newpalette of colors to Willowwood’smeadows and gardens. Strollthe grounds and trails or take astaff-led tour of the Arboretum’s“Autumn Garden Highlights.”Tours offered throughout theafternoon. The Tubbs House, an18th century residence rarelyopen to the public, is on view.Complimentary light refresh-ments are served, courtesy of theWillowwood Foundation.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: WillowwoodArboretum.Cost: FREE.

Ni - Hao FrelinghuysenExplore The FrelinghuysenArboretum and enjoy its seasonalblooms with a UPS DiversityLeadership Development TeamVolunteer in this all-Mandarinlanguage tour.Time: 2 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: FREE.*

Mondy, September 17

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*


Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Patriots’ Path,Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Preschool Walk:Fluttering ButteriesAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Explore the buttery garden andtake a short walk to search for these fascinating creatures alongthe trail! Enjoy a high-ying but-tery craft afterwards.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid MountainCost: $5.*

Wednesdy, September 19

Family Walk:Falling All Over Autumn!All Ages!Come celebrate the coming of fall with a story and explorationof various habitats as they changewith the new season. There will

be fun and games along the trail!Perfect for home-school families.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person ages 3 & Up.*

Home-School Walk: Nuts for NatureAll ages with an adult.Learn all about the different typesof seeds, how they travel, andwho eats them with hands-onactivities and a walk on the trails.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child ages 3 & up.*



Evening Canoe PaddleAges 12 & Up.Enjoy a leisurely paddle alongthe Rockaway River, nishing up

before sunset. Canoes, life vests,and paddles are provided. Chil-dren under 16 must be accom-

panied by an adult. Canoe skillsclinic is a prerequisite for other MCPC canoe programs.Time: 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Location: Tourne Park, Denville.Cost: $20.* Call 973-334-3130.


Home-School Day: Harvest and Use GrainsDesigned for home-schoolchildren and their parents, learnhow to hand-harvest grains, suchas eld corn. Bake with the our

prepared from grain seeds.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.

Cost: $6 per student.*Call 973-631-5343.


BIRTHDAY PARTIES • PRIVATE ICE RENTALS • SPECIAL GROUP RATES

PRIVATE & GROUP LESSONS • PRO SHOP • SNACK BAR

MENNENSPORTS ARENA

• Extra Sessions are available on holidays, call arena main ofce for schedule

• Times are subject to change, so please call to conrm

For information: 973-326-7651 or www.morrisparks.net

William G. Mennen Sports Arena

161 E. Hanover Ave. • Morris Township, N.J. 07962-1295







Bats on the Brink!:Presentation and Evening Walk Ages 8 & Up.Join Dr. Lance Risley of theWilliam Paterson UniversityBiology Department for an up-date and discussion on the batsof North America including thelatest on White Nose Syndrome.Finish up with a walk on thetrails searching for bats usingan echolocation device.Time: 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*

SEE PAgE 5

Sturdy, September 22

Beginner Blacksmithing Ages 13 & Up.Learn about ironworking’s over-all impact on history and basicblacksmithing using authenticequipment and techniques. Createa project that can be taken home.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $15 per student.*

Plant Identication Walk Ages 16 & Up.A guided walk focusing on basicidentication & interesting factsabout common trees, shrubs, andwildowers of the Great Swamp.

Great for anyone with an interestin the ora around us!Time: 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person.*



by the Haggerty Education Cen-ter for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of

every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Thisis a great way to get the familyoutdoors all year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sundy, September 23

Mid- Autumn Moon Festival The Chinese Mid-Autumn MoonFestival began centuries ago as aharvest festival, celebrating the endof the gathering of crops. TodayChinese and other Asian peoplescelebrate it as a time to give thanks.This event features traditionalstorytelling, crafts, and foods.Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: FREE*

Cooking Demonstration: Elegant Eggplant This is the time when eggplant isat its peak in New Jersey so let’sspend a Sunday afternoon to-gether learning some new recipesfor this very versatile vegetable.It is used in countless cuisinesincluding countries, such asChina, Italy, Turkey, and Greece.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $25.*

Ni - Hao FrelinghuysenExplore The FrelinghuysenArboretum and enjoy its seasonal

blooms with a UPS DiversityLeadership Development TeamVolunteer in this all-Mandarinlanguage tour.Time: 2 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: FREE.*

Designing MindsTour Bamboo Brook with amember of the Association of Professional Landscape Design-ers. Learn how to incorporatethis garden’s sophisticated designelements including allées, axes,and ha-has into your garden.Time: 2 p.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*To register, call 973-326-7603 or visit www.arboretumfriends.org.

Autumn Equinox Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Celebrate the beginning of au-tumn with an equinox hike andlearn about the legend and lore

surrounding this magical time.Time: 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*

Mondy, September 24

Toddler Trek: Autumn Scavenger Hunt Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Celebrate the fall season by

becoming “nature detectives.”Search along the trails for allthings autumn and enjoy a sea-

sonal book reading.Time: 9:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*


Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain,Montville Twp.

Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.

Nature’s Classroom:Finding Food Ages 6 - 8.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike, during this four-week seriesof science education classes.Additional dates in series:October 2, 9, & 16.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.

Cost: $12 per class/$45 for the series.*

Autumn Walk at Bamboo Brook Bamboo Brook in the fall is espe-cially lovely, but touring it withEmile De Vito is really a treat.Mr. De Vito is Manager of Sci-ence and Stewardship at the New

Jersey Conservation Foundation.As he shares his knowledge of the environment, a simple walk

becomes an education in ecology.Please wear clothing appropriatefor a meadow walk. For further information, call 908-234-1225.Time: 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.


Nature’s Classroom:

Team Building Ages 9 - 12.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike, during this four-week seriesof science education classes. Ad-ditional dates in series: October 4, 11, & 18.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/ $45 for the series.*

Sturdy, September 29Fall Fungus Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Come hunt for the fabulous fungifound on Pyramid Mountain!Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.*

Junior Engineer Day:Unlikely InventorsUnlikely Inventors: What doesa Hollywood actress have incommon with Samuel Morse?

What talents do Alfred Vail andthe author of James and the GiantPeach share? Come to HistoricSpeedwell and nd out duringJunior Engineer Day.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Cara’s Cottage ReceptionAt the cottage built by CarolineFoster, explore the garden, learnabout ongoing restoration, other estate gardens, and enjoy light

refreshments.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.Cost: Admission.

The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival began as a harvest holiday as it falls just when farm-ers nish gathering their crops. Today it is celebrated by Chinese and other Asian

peoples as a time to give thanks for a good year and to be with family. The traditionand myths of the Mid Autumn Moon Festival center around the Moon. On the nightof the holiday, the moon is full and bright, symbolizing harmony and wholeness.

storytelling · traditional crafts · entertainment · food

· free, but registration is required ·

Register online atwww.arboretumfriends.org

or call 973.326.7603

The Frelinghuysen Arboretum353 East Hanover Avenue

Morristown, NJ 07962

September 23, 20121 pm to 4 pm

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Sturdy, September 29& Sundy,September 30

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone, and stopby the Haggerty Education Cen-


Sundy, September 30

Silas Condict Hike: StrenuousAges 16 & Up.Enjoy a challenging hike over and through rock outcroppingswith spectacular views.Time: 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Location: Silas CondictCounty Park.Cost: FREE.*Call 973-334-3130.

Family Activity Center Make picture frames and playgames that were popular long ago.Parental supervision required.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Fosterelds.

Cost: Admission. Ni - Hao FrelinghuysenExplore The FrelinghuysenArboretum and enjoy its seasonal

blooms with a UPS DiversityLeadership Development TeamVolunteer in this all-Mandarinlanguage tour.Time: 2 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: FREE.*.


Pathways is a publication of theMorris County Board of Chosen Freeholders

William J. Chegwidden, Director

Douglas R. Cabana, Deputy Director

Gene F. Feyl • Ann F. Grossi • William ‘Hank’ Lyon

Thomas J. Mastrangelo • John J. Murphy

Morris County CommissionersJohn R. Sette, President • Betty Cass-Schmidt, Vice President

Julie C. Baron • Stuart Lasser • Dr. Philip T. Santiago

Judith Schleicher • Richard Seabury, IIIBarbara Shepard • Helen M. Wronski

David D. Helmer, Executive Director Lois M. Wnek, Executive Editor

The Morris County Park Commission invites everyone to visit the parks

and participate in the programs. If you have special needs, please contact

the Administrative Ofce for assistance, Monday to Friday

from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 973-326-7600 or TTY Relay: 7-1-1.

If you require an interpreter for the deaf, please provide two weeks notice.

Published by the Morris County Park Commission

P.O. Box 1295, Morristown, NJ 07962-1295.

Pathways

The Alliance for Morris County Parks announces that

a corporate and cluster sponsorship program is now

available for the All Children’s Playground at Cen-

tral Park of Morris County in Parsippany. The playground

will provide opportunities for children of ALL abilities and

will be installed on a poured-in-place surface that ensures

easy access for wheelchairs and strollers. Sponsorships

for sections of the playground and individual elements

range from $3,000 to $30,000. Individual donations of any

amount are always welcome!

The ongoing commemorative brick program at Men-

nen Sports Arena in Morris Township now has a new

option! The large 24” x 24” brick array is being replaced

by a one-piece granite paver. This new size is perfect for

team recognition, corporate marketing, or honorary family

markers. A sample will be on display at the Mennen Sports

Arena lobby this summer. Standard 4” x 8” and 8” x 8”

bricks continue to be available. Ordering and installations

occur as soon as 5 bricks are purchased.

For more information about the playground or the brick

program, please call 973-326-7615 or

e-mail [email protected]. Learn more about The

Park Alliance at www.parkalliance.net.




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