Events for Saturday, January 31 include:
Madison: Casino night fundraiser
Try your hand at blackjack, roulette, or craps at the Casino Night fundraiser at the Madison Hotel, One Convent Road at Madison Avenue Madison, on Saturday, January 31st from 7pm to 11pm. The event, which benefits Central Avenue Elementary School , also includes an open bar, great food and live music. Each guest receives $100 play money with a chance to win gift certificates to local restaurants and stores, tickets to sporting events and many other great prizes. Advance tickets $75.00, $85.00 at the door.
Morris Twp.: 23rd Annual Benefit Concert
The 23rd Annual Benefit Concert for Humanitarian Aid for Central America comes to the Morristown Unitarian Fellowship on Saturday evening, January 31, 2009. The evening is packed with great music and storytelling entertainment, including singer Jean Rohe, the indie music band Matt Kanelos and The Smooth Maria, the jazz band Tyler, Schmidt and Spirig and storyteller Martin Dockery.
Details:
Morristown Unitarian Fellowship
21 Normandy Heights Road
Morristown, NJ 07960
PRICE: Tickets are $20 in advance for unreserved seating, $25 unreserved at the door, and $30 for reserved Patron seats. Call (973)945-5174 to reserve seats in advance.
Sussex: Indoor Yard Sale
Tri-State Actors Theater will hold its annual indoor yard sale on Jan. 30 and 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days at Crescent Theatre, 74 Main St., Sussex. No earlybirds. For more information, call (973) 875-2950.
Bernards: Maple sugaring demonstrations
at the Somerset County Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, on Jan. 24, 25, 31 and Feb. 1, 7. 8. 14. 15. 21 and 22. at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Participants will watch as maple trees are tapped, learn about sap collecting methods from past to present and experience the boiling process that produces New Jersey maple syrup. For more information, call (908) 766-2489.
Morristown: Morristown National Historical Park
The Ford Mansion, the house that served as George Washington's headquarters for six months during the Revolution, is open daily for tours, held at 10 and 11 a.m., and 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. The adjacent museum is closed for a major rehabilitation and expansion construction project. Jockey Hollow Visitor Center is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The nearby Wick House is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., depending on staff availability. Park roads are open from 8 a.m. to dusk. All hours are subject to change. The entrance fee for visitors age 16 and older is $4. A Morristown NHP Annual Park Pass is available for $15 and is valid for 12 months. Call (973) 539-2016 or visit www.nps.gov.
Florham Park: Chocolate Festival - 1/31
Come sample chocolate from vendors, watch demonstrations from local chefs, participate in Silent Auction and hear a performance by the New Jersey Youth Chorus at Park Avenue Club 184 Park Avenue Florham Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Chester: Winter Wilderness Survival
Would you know how to survive in the wilderness during winter? Join Eric Olsen and Damon Noe of The Nature Conservancy for a basic introduction to winter wilderness survival at Kay Environmental Center 200 Pottersville Road Chester, from 10 to 12. Begin the day with a short introduction indoors, then head outside for lessons on shelter, fire and other survival techniques. Please dress accordingly.
Friday, January 30, 2009
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Morris County Library Events (January)
Morris County Events
Jan. 3, Sat., Craft Saturday, 10AM and 2PM Please register
Jan. 3, Sat., Digital photo class, 10AM
Jan. 5, Mon., Career seminar, Noon
Jan. 6, Tues., Business info/companies, 10AM
Jan. 7, Wed., PC basics class, 10AM
Jan. 7, Wed., Word 1 class, 7PM
Jan. 8, Thurs., Book discussion, 10AM
Jan. 8, Thurs., E-mail pt 1, 2PM
Jan. 9, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 12, Mon., Career seminar, Noon
Jan. 13, Tues., class: Business info/industries, 10AM
Jan. 13, Tues., PC Basics 2, 2PM
Jan. 14, Wed., Word 2 class, 7PM
Jan. 15, Thurs., E-mail pt 2, 10AM
Jan. 15, Thurs., concert, 7:30PM
Jan. 16, Fri., Toddler story time, 10AM
Jan. 16, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 17, Sat., mail merge class, 10AM
Jan. 20, Tues., Preschool story time begins
Jan. 20, Tues., Magazines & newspapers online, 10AM
Jan. 20, Tues., PC Basics 3, 2PM
Jan. 20, Tues., Writers group, 6:30PM
Jan. 21, Wed., Children's book club, 7PM
Jan. 21, Wed., Word 3 class, 7PM
Jan. 21, Wed., Digital photo 2, 2PM
Jan. 23, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 24, Sat., Open story time, 2PM
Jan. 26, Mon., Career seminar, Noon
Jan. 26, Mon., Paws for Reading, 7PM
Jan. 28, Wed., Book discussion, 7PM
Jan. 28, Wed., Word 4 class, 7PM
Jan. 29, Thurs., Google tips, 2PM
Jan. 30, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 31, Sat., Career seminar, 10AM
Jan. 3, Sat., Craft Saturday, 10AM and 2PM Please register
Jan. 3, Sat., Digital photo class, 10AM
Jan. 5, Mon., Career seminar, Noon
Jan. 6, Tues., Business info/companies, 10AM
Jan. 7, Wed., PC basics class, 10AM
Jan. 7, Wed., Word 1 class, 7PM
Jan. 8, Thurs., Book discussion, 10AM
Jan. 8, Thurs., E-mail pt 1, 2PM
Jan. 9, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 12, Mon., Career seminar, Noon
Jan. 13, Tues., class: Business info/industries, 10AM
Jan. 13, Tues., PC Basics 2, 2PM
Jan. 14, Wed., Word 2 class, 7PM
Jan. 15, Thurs., E-mail pt 2, 10AM
Jan. 15, Thurs., concert, 7:30PM
Jan. 16, Fri., Toddler story time, 10AM
Jan. 16, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 17, Sat., mail merge class, 10AM
Jan. 20, Tues., Preschool story time begins
Jan. 20, Tues., Magazines & newspapers online, 10AM
Jan. 20, Tues., PC Basics 3, 2PM
Jan. 20, Tues., Writers group, 6:30PM
Jan. 21, Wed., Children's book club, 7PM
Jan. 21, Wed., Word 3 class, 7PM
Jan. 21, Wed., Digital photo 2, 2PM
Jan. 23, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 24, Sat., Open story time, 2PM
Jan. 26, Mon., Career seminar, Noon
Jan. 26, Mon., Paws for Reading, 7PM
Jan. 28, Wed., Book discussion, 7PM
Jan. 28, Wed., Word 4 class, 7PM
Jan. 29, Thurs., Google tips, 2PM
Jan. 30, Fri., film, 2PM
Jan. 31, Sat., Career seminar, 10AM
Monday, December 15, 2008
Ice Skating at the Mennen Sports Arena
The William G. Mennen Sports Arena was built in 1973 on land donated by the Mennen Company. On Sunday, January 12, 1975 the William G. Mennen Sports Arena was officially opened to the public. Originally there was only one ice surface with permanent seating for 2,500 spectators.
In 1986, a second ice surface was completed. In 2002, a third ice surface was completed.
The arena is a full service ice center with skating year round. It offers public sessions, group lessons, hockey clinics, figure skating clubs and birthday party packages.
Non-ice activities include the Annual Shrine Circus, cat and dog shows, antique shows, craft shows, National Night Out, and other types of shows. The facility can be rented for meetings and conferences.
Mennen Sports Arena can be contacted at 973-326-7651.
General Admission:
Monday through Sunday Mornings: 10 am to noon
Tuesday through Friday Afternoons: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (except from 12/3/08 - 2/25/09; No Wednesday 3:30-5:30 pm sessions in December & January)
Wednesday and Friday evenings: 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Fee Schedule:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: $5.00 all ages
Wednesday morning and afternoon: $2.50
Saturdays, Sundays, Evenings and Holidays: $7.00 all ages
Skate Rentals (figure or hockey): $3.50 tax included
In 1986, a second ice surface was completed. In 2002, a third ice surface was completed.
The arena is a full service ice center with skating year round. It offers public sessions, group lessons, hockey clinics, figure skating clubs and birthday party packages.
Non-ice activities include the Annual Shrine Circus, cat and dog shows, antique shows, craft shows, National Night Out, and other types of shows. The facility can be rented for meetings and conferences.
Mennen Sports Arena can be contacted at 973-326-7651.
General Admission:
Monday through Sunday Mornings: 10 am to noon
Tuesday through Friday Afternoons: 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm (except from 12/3/08 - 2/25/09; No Wednesday 3:30-5:30 pm sessions in December & January)
Wednesday and Friday evenings: 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday Afternoons: 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Fee Schedule:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: $5.00 all ages
Wednesday morning and afternoon: $2.50
Saturdays, Sundays, Evenings and Holidays: $7.00 all ages
Skate Rentals (figure or hockey): $3.50 tax included
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Ride the Santa Claus Special This December
Ride the Santa Claus Special This December
Whippany Railroad Museum is SOLD OUT for this Saturday (12/13) and this Sunday (12/14). Unfortunately, there are NO WALKUP TICKETS available at the ticket office this weekend.
However, they DO have tickets available for next weekend! Buy your advance tickets for December 20 or December 21 online by 11:59 PM on December 17:
Buy Your Train Tickets Online at The Whippany Railway Museum. Ticket Fares are $12. for Adults and $8. for Children under 12. Call (973) 887-8177 for ticket ordering info, or visit www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net for online tickets
Enjoy a Fun-Filled Holiday Train Ride through Morris County with Jolly Old Saint Nick! Climb aboard our Historic Diesel-powered Streamliner as it rolls along the The Whippanong Trail, the ancient pathway originally used by the Lenape Indians. Santa and his Elves will be on board greeting everyone and handing out Holiday treats for the kids.
Ride, schedule, equipment and ticket availability subject to change without notice. The excursion train consists of a historic Diesel locomotive and enclosed passenger coaches.
The Museum will be open from 12 Noon to 4 PM each day of operation. Admission (separate from train ride fare) is $1.00 per Adult and 50 cents per Child for the continual maintenance and restoration of our Museum building/grounds and exhibit collection. A Gift Shop is located within the Museum building. Light refreshments are available at the Museum's Snack Depot.
During the Christmas Season, you can enjoy the sight of our Historic Steam Locomotive No. 4039 posing as a giant, jolly Kris Kringle... be sure to bring your camera!
The Santa Claus Special and the Museum are staffed by an ALL-VOLUNTEER CREW. Proceeds from this event will go right back into our restoration projects. We appreciate your continued support of our Historic Preservation efforts.
Whippany Railroad Museum is SOLD OUT for this Saturday (12/13) and this Sunday (12/14). Unfortunately, there are NO WALKUP TICKETS available at the ticket office this weekend.
However, they DO have tickets available for next weekend! Buy your advance tickets for December 20 or December 21 online by 11:59 PM on December 17:
Buy Your Train Tickets Online at The Whippany Railway Museum. Ticket Fares are $12. for Adults and $8. for Children under 12. Call (973) 887-8177 for ticket ordering info, or visit www.WhippanyRailwayMuseum.net for online tickets
Enjoy a Fun-Filled Holiday Train Ride through Morris County with Jolly Old Saint Nick! Climb aboard our Historic Diesel-powered Streamliner as it rolls along the The Whippanong Trail, the ancient pathway originally used by the Lenape Indians. Santa and his Elves will be on board greeting everyone and handing out Holiday treats for the kids.
Ride, schedule, equipment and ticket availability subject to change without notice. The excursion train consists of a historic Diesel locomotive and enclosed passenger coaches.
The Museum will be open from 12 Noon to 4 PM each day of operation. Admission (separate from train ride fare) is $1.00 per Adult and 50 cents per Child for the continual maintenance and restoration of our Museum building/grounds and exhibit collection. A Gift Shop is located within the Museum building. Light refreshments are available at the Museum's Snack Depot.
During the Christmas Season, you can enjoy the sight of our Historic Steam Locomotive No. 4039 posing as a giant, jolly Kris Kringle... be sure to bring your camera!
The Santa Claus Special and the Museum are staffed by an ALL-VOLUNTEER CREW. Proceeds from this event will go right back into our restoration projects. We appreciate your continued support of our Historic Preservation efforts.
Morristown: Holiday ornaments for sale
Morristown: Holiday ornaments for sale
Glass ornaments featuring the classic illustration of "Merry Old Santa Claus" by Thomas Nast (circa 1881) and another featuring an illustration of Queen Victoria's upside down Christmas tree are available for $10 each (plus tax) at the Morris County Visitors Center, 6 Court St., Morristown. For more information, visit The Morristown Visitor's Center.
Glass ornaments featuring the classic illustration of "Merry Old Santa Claus" by Thomas Nast (circa 1881) and another featuring an illustration of Queen Victoria's upside down Christmas tree are available for $10 each (plus tax) at the Morris County Visitors Center, 6 Court St., Morristown. For more information, visit The Morristown Visitor's Center.
Saturday, November 22, 2008
17th Annual GINGERBREAD WONDERLAND!
Visit the Frelinghuysen Arboretum for their annual
Gingerbread Wonderland event and a selection of
holiday programming for all ages!
17th Annual GINGERBREAD WONDERLAND!
Saturday, December 6th through Sunday, December 14th
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily; open until 8 p.m. on Fridays
The enticing scent of gingerbread beckons in the holiday spirit at the incredible Gingerbread Wonderland at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris Township. Thousands of visitors annually are thrilled to find that the fantastic handmade structures are not limited to traditional houses. Past entries in this scrumptious exhibit have included a grand piano, a cheery birdhouse and even Santa’s sleigh. The gingerbread creations are the result of the creative genius of children, adults, families, school classes and scout groups. Guests may cast their vote for a “People’s Choice Award".
Groups of more than 10 must call 973.326.7601 for reservations. Strollers are not permitted in the exhibit hall. The Annual Gingerbread Wonderland exhibit has become a Morris County tradition - make this feast for the senses part of your holiday tradition!
Gingerbread Wonderland Members Only Preview Night
Friday, December 5, 2008
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Enjoy a (relatively) uncrowded viewing of over 200 fantastic gingerbread creations at the Haggerty Education Center. Be sure to cast your vote in the People’s Choice Award, sponsored for the 3rd year, by Kings Super Markets. Then, enjoy complimentary seasonal refreshments, provided by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Admission to the “Members Only Preview Night” is free, but you must register. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. To register, please call 973.326.7603.
Cookies for Gift Giving
Just in time for the holidays, we will make several types of cookies that are just perfect for gift giving. Friends and family will truly appreciate these homemade goodies. You will be amazed at how inexpensive it is to put together these great gifts. We'll also look at some creative ways to package them. Recipes will be given and tastes of each cookie too. We'll even provide the milk!
Wednesday, December 3
7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
$20 ($15 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Poinsettias
December is the season for crimson red, deep burgundy and emerald green. Learn to use these complimentary colors using watercolor or colored pencil, just in time for the holiday season. Artist Mindy Lighthipe will demonstrate drawing, composing, and applying watercolor and colored pencil. Students may work in whatever medium they prefer. To register, please call 973.326.7603. Please register by November 28.
Thursday, December 4
11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
There will be a one-half hour break for lunch.
$75 Cost includes a poinsettia to take home ($65 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Create a Holiday Centerpiece
Just in time for the holidays, young people can create their own centerpieces with fresh seasonal greens. All materials – greens, containers, decorations – will be provided. Young people should bring their own pruners and a box in which to take home their arrangements. To register, please call 973.326.7603.
Saturday, December 13
Grades 1-3: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Grades 4 and up: 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
$30 ($25 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Super Holiday Sprouts
Using fresh evergreens, young sprouts will create a simple holiday arrangement suitable for a special someone. This class is appropriate for children 5 and 6 years old (rising 5s/preschool and kindergarteners). Registration is a must as space is limited and walk-ins cannot be accommodated. To register, please call 973.326.7603.
Tuesday, December 16
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
$20 ($15 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Gingerbread Wonderland event and a selection of
holiday programming for all ages!
17th Annual GINGERBREAD WONDERLAND!
Saturday, December 6th through Sunday, December 14th
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily; open until 8 p.m. on Fridays
The enticing scent of gingerbread beckons in the holiday spirit at the incredible Gingerbread Wonderland at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris Township. Thousands of visitors annually are thrilled to find that the fantastic handmade structures are not limited to traditional houses. Past entries in this scrumptious exhibit have included a grand piano, a cheery birdhouse and even Santa’s sleigh. The gingerbread creations are the result of the creative genius of children, adults, families, school classes and scout groups. Guests may cast their vote for a “People’s Choice Award".
Groups of more than 10 must call 973.326.7601 for reservations. Strollers are not permitted in the exhibit hall. The Annual Gingerbread Wonderland exhibit has become a Morris County tradition - make this feast for the senses part of your holiday tradition!
Gingerbread Wonderland Members Only Preview Night
Friday, December 5, 2008
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Enjoy a (relatively) uncrowded viewing of over 200 fantastic gingerbread creations at the Haggerty Education Center. Be sure to cast your vote in the People’s Choice Award, sponsored for the 3rd year, by Kings Super Markets. Then, enjoy complimentary seasonal refreshments, provided by The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Admission to the “Members Only Preview Night” is free, but you must register. Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. To register, please call 973.326.7603.
Cookies for Gift Giving
Just in time for the holidays, we will make several types of cookies that are just perfect for gift giving. Friends and family will truly appreciate these homemade goodies. You will be amazed at how inexpensive it is to put together these great gifts. We'll also look at some creative ways to package them. Recipes will be given and tastes of each cookie too. We'll even provide the milk!
Wednesday, December 3
7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
$20 ($15 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Poinsettias
December is the season for crimson red, deep burgundy and emerald green. Learn to use these complimentary colors using watercolor or colored pencil, just in time for the holiday season. Artist Mindy Lighthipe will demonstrate drawing, composing, and applying watercolor and colored pencil. Students may work in whatever medium they prefer. To register, please call 973.326.7603. Please register by November 28.
Thursday, December 4
11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
There will be a one-half hour break for lunch.
$75 Cost includes a poinsettia to take home ($65 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Create a Holiday Centerpiece
Just in time for the holidays, young people can create their own centerpieces with fresh seasonal greens. All materials – greens, containers, decorations – will be provided. Young people should bring their own pruners and a box in which to take home their arrangements. To register, please call 973.326.7603.
Saturday, December 13
Grades 1-3: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Grades 4 and up: 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
$30 ($25 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Super Holiday Sprouts
Using fresh evergreens, young sprouts will create a simple holiday arrangement suitable for a special someone. This class is appropriate for children 5 and 6 years old (rising 5s/preschool and kindergarteners). Registration is a must as space is limited and walk-ins cannot be accommodated. To register, please call 973.326.7603.
Tuesday, December 16
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
$20 ($15 for members of The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum)
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Boonton: Victorian Afternoon Tea
Boonton: Victorian Afternoon Tea
will be served Nov. 22 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Boonton Historical Society's Museum, 210 Main St., Boonton. Join costumed hosts Dr. and Mrs. John Taylor for food, choice teas, live music and tea leaf reading. Tickets are $25 each and reservations are required. Call (973) 316-0976.
Boonton Historical Society & Museum
210 Main St
Boonton, NJ 07005
Phone: 973-402-8840
will be served Nov. 22 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at the Boonton Historical Society's Museum, 210 Main St., Boonton. Join costumed hosts Dr. and Mrs. John Taylor for food, choice teas, live music and tea leaf reading. Tickets are $25 each and reservations are required. Call (973) 316-0976.
Boonton Historical Society & Museum
210 Main St
Boonton, NJ 07005
Phone: 973-402-8840
Monday, October 27, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
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Saturday, September 6, 2008
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