Fill Your Calendar with Fun Events for Everyone!
This Week:
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HOME SCHOOL DAYS: BLOOMING BOUQUETS
August 5
Visit the
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 child. 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.
THE STORY OF TULIPS
August 19
Did you know
that tulips used to be worth more than gold? Discover the amazing
history and botany of this garden favorite in an engaging virtual
presentation.
Learn more. Cost: $10 per person.
Preregistration is required.
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Look What’s Coming:
 ARTISTS WANTED FOR EXPRESSIONS OF NATURE
September 12
Register by August 16
Stroll
through the gardens and meet local artists recreating the beautiful
scenery through their art. Learn about their techniques, motivations, and
styles. Artists display a variety of their works for viewing and
purchase. Click here to learn how to apply!
Cost: $30
per participant.
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 FOREST BATHING WITH RICH COLLINS, ANFT
GUIDE
August 21 – Bamboo Brook Outdoor
Education Center
August 22 – Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Enjoy a
combination of Japanese-inspired walking, meditation, mindfulness, and
wellness promotion, guided by an expert. Wear comfortable shoes for
walking. More info here.
Cost: $20
per person. Preregistration is required.
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