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NatioNal Night out
MeNNeN SportS areNa
golf - CoMe play With uS
SWiM & Boat
leWiS MorriS CouNty park
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.
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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
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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.
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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.
For more information, please call 908-879-5463.
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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.
For more information, please call 973-285-6550.
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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.
*
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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
Ed i t o r’ s P i c k
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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.
For more information, please call 973-285-6537.
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.
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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.
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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.
Sturdy, July 21& Sundy, July 22
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 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
Sturdy, July 28& Sundy, July 29
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 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.
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Sturdy, august 4& Sundy, august 5
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.
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
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, 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
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.
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.*
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.
Sturdy, august 11& Sundy, august 12
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, 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.*
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.
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.
Sturdy, august 18& Sundy, august 19
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.
Sturdy, august 25& Sundy, august 26
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. 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.*
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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
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.
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.
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
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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.
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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.
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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.*
Thursdy, September 13
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.
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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.*
Sturdy, September 15& Sundy, September 16
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 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.
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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.*
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
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Sundy, September 16
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.*
Tuesdy, September 18
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.*
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.*
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.
Thursdy, September 20
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.
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
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
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* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
Thursdy, September 20
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.*
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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.*
Sturdy, September 22& Sundy, September 23
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 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.*
Tuesdy, September 25
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.
Thursdy, September 27
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-
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 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.*.
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
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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