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This Week:
 LITTLE HISTORY EXPLORERS: CAST AND PLAY!
August 31
We sit or
squirm for a story, snack and hands-on activity. Wonder how the
Speedwell Ironworks made perfect iron shapes? Come down to Historic
Speedwell to learn about how Speedwell Ironworks would cast iron in the
19th century and make your own cast creation in playdough molds. This
program includes a story time and a take home craft. Find out
more!
Cost: $8
per person. Preregistration is required.
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 FAMILY PHOTO
SCAVENGER HUNT: WINDING DOWN
September 1 – September 30
Summer is
winding down but the gardens and plants are still growing strong.
Get your camera and search for signs that fall is coming while summer
is still hanging on. Find out
more!
Cost: $10
per family or group of 6. Preregistration is required.
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 EARLY FALL MIGRATION BIRD WALK
September 1
Birds are
starting to depart on their migratory journeys and are passing through
the Great Swamp on their way. Join us as we search for their more muted
colors and listen for their "chips" among the trees with an
expert birder. All skill levels welcome. Bring binoculars or borrow
ours. Check it
out!
Cost: $8
per person. Preregistration is required.
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 HOMESCHOOL DAY:
BIOBLITZ!
September 5
How many
species can we find and identify in just 60 minutes? Let's find out!
Learn to use inaturalist and other wildlife apps as well as ID books to
identify everything we see throughout the Great Swamp OEC to get a
snapshot of our wildlife. Click
here to learn more.
Cost: $15
per child. Preregistration is required.
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 GARDEN TALES IN THE ROSARIE
September 5
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 as a
group. For more
info, click here!
Cost:
FREE. Preregistration is required.
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 TOUR: THE
SPLENDOR OF WATER AT BAMBOO BROOK
September 6
Explore a
deeper dive of the gardens and features of Bamboo Brook in this tour of
Martha Brookes Hutcheson's home. Discover the reasoning behind the key
design elements of Bamboo Brook. Wear sturdy walking shoes and dress
for the weather. Meet at the bottom of the main parking lot stairs. Find out
more.
Cost: $15
per person. Preregistration is required.
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Spotlight On:
 GARDEN BUDS
Fridays, September 8 – October 27
Grab your
favorite preschooler and explore the fall garden as it winds down for
the season in this 8-week, hands-on gardening program. There's still a
lot to do, to harvest, and to eat in the fall garden and children will
discover that gardening is a circle and is a lot of fun! Check it out!
Cost: $125
per child. Preregistration is required.
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ANTIQUE CAR,
TRACTOR AND ENGINE DAY
September 9
Come to Fosterfields to learn about how the combustion
engine changed farms and communities a century ago. See antique tractors,
automobiles, and stationary engines in action and understand how they
run! Find out more!
Cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is suggested.
 RUN OF THE MILL
September 10
Spend the
day working alongside Cooper Gristmill's Master Miller and develop the
skills to have the run of the mill! Each month our group will take on
new challenges and learn a different aspect of the milling process. Learn
more here.
Cost: $10
per person. Preregistration is required.
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Look What’s Coming:
 SENSORY FRIENDLY
SATURDAY
September 16
Visit
Fosterfields during our Sensory Friendly Saturdays. This event is
designed to be less overwhelming to those with sensory sensitivities.
This hour long program allows families to come to the farm and enjoy
the open, quiet spaces with no crowds. Click here to learn more!
Cost: $5
per person. Preregistration is required.
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 FOREST BATHING
WITH RICH COLLINS, ANFT GUIDE
September 16 at Bamboo Brook OEC and
September 17 at Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Enjoy a
combination of Japanese oriented walking, meditation, mindfulness, and
wellness promotion. Wear comfortable shoes for walking. For more
info, click here!
Cost: $20
per person. Preregistration is suggested.
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 MORRIS PARK
ALLIANCE GOLF OUTING
September 18
Join the
Alliance for Morris County Parks for the annual golf outing on
September 18 at Berkshire Valley Golf Course. Check in and breakfast at
8 am, shotgun start at 9 am followed by a BBQ lunch. Prize holes, door
prizes and a 50-50 are planned. Click
here to sign up!
Cost: $175
per golfer. Preregistration is required.
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EXPRESSIONS OF
NATURE
September 17
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. Learn more here!
Cost: FREE.
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