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Monday, July 24, 2023

Summer Time Activities for All @ MORRIS COUNTY PARKS

 

Morris County Park Commission

 

living sculpture

GARDEN TALES IN THE ROSARIE

July 25

Explore story time surrounded by the beauty of the Rosarie at the Willowwood Arboretum. This event is outdoors, so dress for the weather. Meet near the main parking lot by the Stone Barn and walk to the Rosarie Garden as a group. Check it out!

Cost: FREE. Preregistration is required.

 

 

rock collectionLET'S START A ROCK COLLECTION!

August 3 at Pyramid Mountain

Rocks are fascinating and fun to collect! Learn from a geologist where to look for and how to identify common specimens to start your own collection! Find out more!

Cost: $15 per child. Preregistration is required.

 


 

reptiles in the sunREPTILES IN THE SUN

July 27

Discover which snakes and turtles are enjoying the summer sun here at the Great Swamp. Take a walk on the trail to see who's around and meet our LIVE turtle, Fluffy! Find out more.

Cost: $8 per person. Preregistration is required.



Spotlight On:

pig a palooza

PIG-A-PALOOZA

August 19

Celebrate the summer! Take a wagon ride down to the farm to meet and greet our newest piglets. Afterwards find a spot on the great lawn to enjoy the movie Babe with your family. FREE popcorn included with admission. BYO blankets and lawn chairs. Check it out!

Cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

frantic fun runFRANTIC FUN RUN 5K & 1-MILE FAMILY RUN/WALK

August 20

Join us at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm for a Frantic Fun Run like no udder! Lace up your running shoes and hoof it to the starting line for an exhilarating chip timed 5k race through picturesque farmland. But don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about our little calves-in-training! Gather the whole herd for our 1-mile family fun run/walk and trot along at your own pace.

Holy cow - there’s more! Registered participants will receive a farm-tastic race shirt and a free pass to come back and visit the farm. The deadline for t-shirts is July 31st so be sure to register before then!

Not in the area? We have you covered! Sign up for our virtual option and run (or walk) the race wherever you please. Check it out!

Cost: $30 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

expressions of natureEXPRESSIONS OF NATURE: CALL FOR ARTISTS

August 19

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. Check it out!

Cost: FREE. To apply as an artist, call 973.326.7601.

Look What’s Coming:

caroline's flowers CAROLINE’S FLOWER FRIDAYS

July 28

Celebrate Caroline Foster's love of flowers! Work with educators to collect flowers in the garden to create a beautiful bouquet. Each participant will learn how to harvest flowers and assemble their own bunch. Click here for more!

Cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

whats in bloom tourSATURDAY BLOOM TOUR

July 29

Discover the history behind the gardens and grounds of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum in this guided tour. Wear walking shoes and dress for the weather. Learn more here.

Cost: $15 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

branching out“BRANCHING OUT!” CAMP: EAT

July 31 – August 11

Campers will find their gardens are full of all kinds of bounty and after tending their plots learn all sorts of new ways to eat and enjoy food straight from the garden. Find out more!

Cost: $450 per camper. Preregistration is required.