Gardens, Farms, and Lakes ... Oh My!
Check it Out:
PHOTO SCAVENGER HUNT: THROW SOME SHADE
July 30 – August 31
Travel from
shady spot to shady spot and hunt for the clues to how trees survive the
heat of summer. Find all the items and win a prize. Click here
to learn more.
Cost: $10
per family. (Family/group of 4 or less). Preregistration is required.
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FARMER FRIDAYS
Fridays through July and August
Join the
Fosterfields Farmers every Friday in July and August to get the inside
scoop on what goes on at the farm. Activities include garden tours,
special farm animal visits, or antique farm machinery
demonstrations. There's something new each Friday! Program
included with general admission. For more info, click here.
Cost:
Included with your $5 admission. Preregistration is required.
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TINY TOT TUESDAYS
Tuesdays through July and August
Each Tuesday
in July and August Sunrise Lake provides an opportunity for
parents/guardians to bring their Toddler to enjoy the beach and the
water. Your little ones will love exploring new surroundings while
playing with others their own age! Learn more here! Learn more
here.
Cost: $8 per
adult, FREE per child under age 4. Preregistration is required.
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Spotlight On:
 ARTISTS WANTED FOR EXPRESSIONS OF NATURE
September 12 – Register by August 16
Seeking
various types of artists to interpret the natural and garden environment:
watercolor, oils, acrylics, photography, sculpture, etc. Artists will be
stationed around the grounds during the event. Bring your easel and
supplies and create art based on the arboretum and its many plants during
the course of the event. As you work, speak with visitors about your
technique and sell your pieces, if desired. Apply here!
Cost: $30
per participant.
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Look What’s Coming:
HOME SCHOOL DAYS: BLOOMING BOUQUETS
August 5
Visit the
Frelinghuysen Arboretum's gardens, learn the correct way to cut flowers,
and successfully arrange them into a beautiful display. All
materials supplied. Take home your arrangement! Learn more
here.
Cost: $10
per family or group of 6. Preregistration is required.
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DAZZLING DRAGONFLIES
August 10
Late summer
is the best time to spot these winged beauties. Join a naturalist
as we search the habitats of the Great Swamp OEC to spot and learn about
these charismatic insects. Click here
to learn more.
Cost: $5 per
person. Preregistration is required.
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VIRTUAL FLOWER ARRANGING WITH GARDEN
FLOWERS
August 10
Enjoy this
virtual floral arranging class filled with expert tips and suggestions on
how to use your own garden blooms to create beautiful, long-lasting
arrangements for your home. Check it
out!
Cost: $10
per person. Preregistration is required.
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VIRTUAL LUNCH & LEARN: TRAVEL IN THE
BOOKS
August 12
Join us for
a trip around the world through the Elizabeth D. Kay Rare Book
Collection. As you get ready for your vacation or
"staycation" this holiday weekend, explore exotic and distant
lands through the pages of the rare books. Learn more.
Cost: $10
per person. Preregistration is required.
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