#DISTANCELEARNING – Get the Dirt on Dirt with @ANNFAHEY3 ! Virtual Lunch and Learn!

Ann Fahey, Superintendent of Horticulture Education, will discuss the science of soil and and the importance of adding compost or not! Learn easy ways to start or speed up your compost pile and make a simple home soil test.

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Virtual Lunch and Learn: The Dirt on Dirt

Meeting Details

02/24/2022 -02/24/2022 Time: 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm : Virtual Program




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Home School Days with @MorrisParksNJ

Environmental Education in Animal Tracking – February 24, 2022

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February 24:  Animal Tracking – Learn all there is to know about the footprints that animals leave behind: How can we tell who made them?  What do the tracks and trails tell us?  You’ll be a tracking expert after learning to move with the 4 mammal gaits and matching mystery tracks to their makers.

Morris County Park Commission enjoy the experience

Morris County Park Commission
300 Mendham Road
Morris Township, NJ 07960
P: 973.326.7600




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LITTLE FARM FRIENDS with @MorrisParksNJ !

Come to Fosterfields Living Historical Farm for Feeding Day!

March 18th Learn what farm animals eat and help feed them!

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  • Date: Friday, March 18
  • Time: 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
  • Location: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960.
  • Cost: $10 per child.
  • Contact: Preregistration is required. For more info, call 973-326-7645.
Morris County Park Commission enjoy the experience

Morris County Park Commission
300 Mendham Road
Morris Township, NJ 07960
P: 973.326.7600





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#Denville – A CULTURAL HISTORY OF THE GAME DUNGEONS & DRAGONS – #distancelearning from @Denvillelibrary

#distancelearning @DenvilleLibrary

February 17th @ 7:00pm

Register for this event @ DenvilleLibrary.org

In the early 1970’s a new type of game was created that both shocked and intrigued the American Public.  What was once seemingly reserved for nerdy types of young people, Dungeons & Dragons has inspired a multitude of other role-playing games, as is today played popularly, even by celebrities. This lecture will piece together the creation of the “role playing game” and consider the viewpoints of both its advocates and its opponents.  Program presented by Alexander Clemente.





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#Denville – A CLOSER LOOK AT DRAGON SLAYERS – #distancelearning

#distancelearning @DenvilleLibrary

February 10th @ 7:00pm

The dragon stands as the ultimate test for heroes in ancient, medieval, and even modern fantasy lore. Are there any commonalities between dragon slayers, regardless of their respective cultures and times? From Jason of the Argonauts to Saint George, let us examine enjoy this journey with some renowned dragon slayers.  Program presented by Alexander Clemente.

Register for this event @ DenvilleLibrary.org

Denville Public Library
121 Diamond Spring Road
Denville, NJ 07834
Phone: (973) 627-6555 https://www.denvillelibrary.org/




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#DISTANCELEARNING – VIRTUAL FLORAL ARRANGING WITH @ANNFAHEY3

Ann Fahey, Superintendent of Horticulture Education will demonstrate how to design beautiful floral arrangements with Supermarket Bouquets for the Thanksgiving table.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day! Use your own supermarket flowers to create a knock-out bouquet to give to your special Valentine. Ann Fahey, Superintendent of Horticulture Education, will lead this hands-on, virtual class. We supply greens and container and you supply the flowers.

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  • Date: Tuesday, February 8
  • Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
  • Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morris Township, 07960.
  • Cost: $25 per person.
  • Contact: Preregistration is required. For more info, call 973.326.7601.

Make your yard wildlife friendly while producing flowers for drying and gifting!

THE TRUTH ABOUT GROUNDHOGS AT PYRAMID MOUNTAIN

Morris County Park Commission enjoy the experience

Morris County Park Commission
300 Mendham Road
Morris Township, NJ 07960
P: 973.326.7600

Ages 5 – 10.

Just in time for Groundhog Day, discover why woodchucks are actually pretty interesting animals with a story, walk and craft.

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  • Date: Tuesday, February 1
  • Time: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • Location: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Avenue, Montville Township, 07045 (intersection of Mars Court and Boonton Avenue).
  • Cost: $7 per child.
  • Contact: Preregistration is required. For more info, call 973-635-6629.




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200 Club of Morris County – Scholarships!

The 200 Club of Morris County
PO Box 231
Succasunna, NJ 07876-0231
Lori Richmond,
Club Administrator
973-630-7933
200clubofmorris@comcast.net

The 200 Club of Morris County has a scholarship opportunity for #MorrisCty high school seniors that have volunteered with the #MorrisCty police departments, fire departments and first aid squads !

See if you qualify for the @200ClubMorris Scholarship !

200 Club of Morris County

HANDS-ON HISTORY: CRAFT SERIES @ Fosterfields Living Historical Farm

New Craft Programs @ Fosterfields Living Historical Farm @MorrisParksNJ

Morris County Park Commission enjoy the experience
Morris County Park Commission
300 Mendham Road
Morris Township, NJ 07960
P: 973.326.7600

Register here.

  • Date: Saturday, January 15—Thursday, March 31
  • Time: Times vary.
  • Location: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960.
  • Cost: Costs vary.
  • Contact: Preregistration is required. For more info, call 973-326-7645.

Thursday Programs

Thursday, January 27: Hand Spinning with Wool, Flax and Cotton – Adults.

Learn traditional ways to create yarn from wool, flax, and cotton!  See how the fibers are prepared for spinning, then use your own drop spindle to create yarn!  Take a whirl on the spinning wheel.  No experience necessary, all supplies provided.

Thursday, February 10: The Ancient Craft of Weaving – Adults.

Create your very own unique textile piece to take home!  Learn how the tapestry loom works.  No experience necessary, all supplies provided. 

Thursday, March 31: The Art of Tea Blending – Adults.

Join us for a wonderful cuppa tea!  Learn the history of tea and create your own original blend to take home.  No experience necessary, all supplies provided.

Related: GIFTS FROM THE HEART – TEA BAGS

Saturday Programs

Saturday, January 15: Decorative Stenciling Workshop – All ages.

Explore the art of decorative stenciling in this workshop!  Discover what stenciling was used for and use paint to create your own stencil art work. Please wear older clothes, as we will be working with paint. No experience necessary, all supplies provided.

Saturday, February 12: Victorian Valentine Craft – All Ages.

Celebrate Valentines Day by creating your own Victorian valentine!  Using pressed flowers, Victorian stickers, and other supplies, impress your loved one with this festive craft!  No experience necessary, all supplies provided.

Saturday, February 19: Natural Dyeing with Flowers and Bugs – Adults.

Come dye with us!  Learn how to create natural dyes using flowers and bugs.  Everyone gets to take swatches home at the end of program.  Please wear older clothes, as the dyes are permanent. No experience necessary, all supplies provided. 

Saturday, March 5: Artisan Soap Making – Adults.

Create your own custom soap blend in this workshop!  Learn how soap is made and then craft your own to bring home. No experience necessary, all supplies provided. 

Related: How to Make Soap




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