Move It Morris Day! Saturday, May 9th, 2009

Move it Morris Day promotes children’s health & wellness programs in Morris County and educates local residents about childhood obesity prevention.

This fun family day also highlights various community events & activities being planned throughout Morris designed to get kids to ... “Eat Smart & Move More.”

At Loantaka Brook Reservation
11:00am—3:00pm (rain or shine)

Please Join us for
Move It Morris Day! Saturday, May 9th, 2009
A FREE COMMUNITY EVENT FOR KIDS AND FAMILIES

*Meet NY Jets #74 Center NICK MANGOLD*
• Obstacle course
• Health exhibits and screenings
• Rock climbing wall
• Family bike rides
• Fun games and fitness activities

For Additional information and directions, please visit www.EatSmartMoveMore.org
contact Denise Lanza at info@EatSmartMoveMore.org or 973-326-7615

• Pony rides
• Hula hoops, jump ropes, volleyball
• Health and wellness education
• Health walk
• Giveaways & prizes
… and much more!

Earth Day 2009 - April 18, 2009 - Location: Lewis Morris County Park

Earth Day

Learn about the wonders of the natural world and how to live in harmony with it by going green! Fun for the entire family, the festival’s entertainment includes live animal shows, interactive displays, crafts, hikes, face painting, canoe rides, games, and much more!

Date: Saturday, April 18
Time: 11 am – 4 pm
Location: Lewis Morris County Park
Contact: 973-635-6629

April - Frelinghuysen Arboretum Programs

Spring is here! Visit The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and check out these programs scheduled for the month of April. To register for any of the following programs, please call (973) 326-7603.

Tuesday, April 14
Aromatherapy and Essential Oils
This workshop is back by popular demand! Learn about the therapeutic properties of plants with course instructors Nancy Orlen Weber, RN, and Peggy DeArmond. Make aromatherapy air freshener, body oil, and bath salts with high-quality materials. Materials fee paid directly to instructors on day of class.
Time: 12:30 p.m. —2:30 p.m.
Cost: $40 members / $50 non-members for all four classes

Wednesday, April 15
Native Azaleas
Master Gardener Constantine Kallas and his wife, Sally, have created extensive gardens on their Hunterdon County property, the highlight of which is the collection of over one thousand specimens of rhododendrons and azaleas. He will lead you on a photographic tour of his very special garden (featured on The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum/DIG IT! garden tour in June 2008) and provide extensive information on the Azalea genus, including the horticultural information necessary to grow native azaleas.
Time: 1 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Cost: $10 members / $15 non-members

Wednesday, April 22
Tour of the Emilie K. Hammond Wildflower Trail
Early spring wildflowers are at their peak! Join The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and the Rockaway Valley Garden Club for a guided tour of the Hammond Wildflower Trail at Tourne County Park, one of the hidden treasures of Morris County. After a brown bag lunch, the tour continues with a view of the beaver den. Directions will be sent with registration confirmation; carpool if possible. Walking shoes are recommended, and don’t forget to pack a lunch! A limited number of participants can be accommodated, so please register early.
Rain Date: Thursday, April 23
Time: 11 a.m. — 2 p.m.
Cost: $10 members / $15 non-members

Sunday, April 26
Spring Cooking Series: Mother’s Day Brunch
Could there be a better Mother’s Day gift than preparing a homemade brunch for that special mom in your life? Most moms we know wouldn’t think so.
We will be making asparagus quiche, salad of baby greens, zucchini basil muffins, fresh squeezed orange juice and chocolate dipped strawberries. Children over 8 years old are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Bring an apron or wear clothes you won’t mind getting messy.
Time: 1 p.m. — 3p.m.
Cost: $15 members / $20 non-members. Sign up for the whole series and get a $5 discount!
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Don't forget— our 14th Annual Plant Sale is on Saturday, May 2nd, from 9a.m.— 3p.m. Visit the Plant Sale page at www.arboretumfriends.org for more information and an updated plant list.

FREE Council on the Arts Fellowship Exhibition

New Jersey State Council on the Arts Fellowship Exhibition
Co-sponsored by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, this biennial exhibition features the work of New Jersey artists who have been awarded fellowships by the State in one of fourteen artistic disciplines. The Visual Arts Center of New Jersey is honored to host the recipients from 2007 and 2008 whose outstanding work falls under the following categories: painting, sculpture, works on paper, crafts, photography, and media. April 10 - June 5, 2009

Visual Arts Center of New Jersey
68 Elm Street
Summit, NJ
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Morris County Library Films (April & May)

Morris County Library Films (April & May)
Friday Films, 2PM
Films are free and seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis [public meeting room]

April: Woody Allen
Apr 3: Annie Hall PG, 1hr 33 min
Apr 17:Manhattan PG, 1hr 45min
Apr 24: Zelig PG, 1hr 9min
May 1st: Hannah and Her Sisters PG, 1hr 47min

May: Oscar Nominees
May 8: Milk R, 2hr 8 min
May 15:Happy Go Lucky R, 1hr 58min
May 22: Doubt PG-13, 1hr 32min
!!!The May 29th film (Benjamin Button) will begin at 1:45!!!
May 29: Curious Case of Benjamin Button PG-13, 2hr 46min

Salvation Army Stores - New Jersey

Asbury Park
821 Main Street
Asbury Park, New Jersey 07712
Cross streets: Main Street & 1st Avenue
Phone: 732-775-8633
Hours: Mon - Sat. 8:30 to 5:00

Atlantic City
650 N. Albany Avenue
Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401
Cross streets: Btwn Westend Ave. & Crossan Ave.
Phone: 609-347-9601
Hours: Mon-Thurs & Sat 9:00-6:00 Fri 9:000-7:00

Bayonne
482 Avenue C
Bayonne, New Jersey
Phone: 201-823-2217
Hours: Mon - Sat 9:00-5:00

Dover
24 Bassett Highway
Dover, New Jersey 07801
Phone: 973-366-6626
Hours: Mon - Sat., 9:00 - 5:00

Elizabeth
1155 Elizabeth Ave.
Elizabeth, New Jersey 07201
Cross streets: Broad Street
Phone: 908-965-0137
Hours: Mon & Tues 8:30-5:00 Wed-Sat 8:30-6:00

Englewood
185 Englewood Avenue
Englewood, New Jersey
Cross streets: Cottage Place
Phone: 201-894-8492
Hours: Mon - Sat 9:00-6:00

Greenbrook
199 E. Rt. 22
Greenbrook, New Jersey 08812
Phone: 732-968-1332
Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-7:00 Sat 9:00-8:00

Irvington
1059 Springfield Avenue
Irvington, New Jersey 07111
Cross streets: Clinton Avenue
Phone: 973-372-2533
Hours: Mon & Tues 8:30-5:00 Wed-Sat 8:30-6:00

Jersey City
242 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Jersey City, New Jersey
Cross streets: Bayview Avenue
Phone: 201-433-4616
Hours: Mon - Sat. 9:00-5:00

Jersey City
248 Erie Street
Jersey City, New Jersey 07302
Cross streets: Boyle Plaza & 15th Street
Phone: 201-653-3071
Hours: Mon - Sat. 9:00-5:00

Newark
74 Pennington Street
Newark, New Jersey 07105
Cross streets: Railroad Avenue
Phone: 973-589-8904
Hours: Mon - Sat., 8:30 - 7:00

Newark
526 Broadway
Newark, New Jersey 07104
Cross streets: Chester Street
Phone: 973-482-9282
Hours: Mon - Sat. 8:30 - 5:00

North Bergen
7425 Bergenline Ave.
North Bergen, New Jersey
Cross streets: 75th Street
Phone: 201-861-4371
Hours: Mon - Sat. 9:00 - 5:00

Passaic
417 Broadway
Passaic, New Jersey 07055
Phone: 973-916-0655
Hours: Mon - Thur 8:30 - 5:00, Fri & Sat 9:00-6:00

Paterson
31 Van Houten Street
Paterson, New Jersey 07509
Phone: 973-742-1126
Hours: Mon,Tues & Thurs, 9:00 - 5:00, Wed, Fri & Sa 9:00-5:30

Pompton Lakes
43 Lakeside Avenue
Pompton Lakes, New Jersey 07442
Phone: 973-839-4492
Hours: Mon - Sat., 8:30 - 4:30

Trenton
15 State Highway 33
Trenton, New Jersey 08619
Cross streets: Hwy 33 & Winslow Avenue
Phone: 609-890-9664
Hours: Mon - Sat 10:00 to 6:30

Trenton
1842 South Broad Street
Trenton, New Jersey 08610
Cross streets: S. Broad & Lilly Street
Phone: 609-695-4164
Hours: Mon - Fri 9:30 - 6:00, Sat 9:00-5:30

Trenton
436 Mulberry Street
Trenton, New Jersey 08638
Cross streets: Mulberry Street & New York Avenue
Phone: 609-599-9803
Hours: Mon - Sat. 8:30 - 5:00

Union City
900 Kennedy Blvd.
Union City, New Jersey
Cross streets: 10th Street
Phone: 201-866-0680
Hours: Mon - Sat 9:00-5:00

Vineland
2279 S. Delsea Drive
Vineland, New Jersey 08360
Phone: 856-794-2491
Hours: Mon - Sat 10:00 - 7:00

Revolutionary Weekend April 24, 25, and 26, 2009

Revolutionary Weekend April 24, 25, and 26, 2009

Planning continues for a weekend of American Revolution-related special events at various historic sites in the greater Morristown, New Jersey area within the Crossroads of the American Revolution National Heritage Area. The weekend is scheduled for April 24, 25, and 26, 2009 with the aim of increasing knowledge of the importance of Morristown and New Jersey in the American Revolution.

Morristown National Historical Park Superintendent Randy Turner is chairing a committee of various organizations that are planning events throughout the weekend. The events will focus on colonial life in addition to the military operations of the Continental Army.

The weekend will begin with a naturalization ceremony at 1:00 p.m. at Washington’s Headquarters Museum to welcome new American Citizens as they take the oath of allegiance to the United States. A “Martha Washington Colonial Tea” is scheduled from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., followed by “ Songs and Stories of the Revolution” presented by Matthew Dodd, illustrating the type of entertainment that would have been heard at a colonial tavern.

There are currently more than fifteen programs – most of which are free – scheduled by sponsoring organizations. These will include a Continental Army Encampment at Jockey Hollow with demonstrations and events presented throughout Saturday and Sunday. Also on Saturday, New Jersey Historian John T. Cunningham will speak about Lloyd Smith and the historic documents contributed by Smith to the Morristown National Historical Park’s archives. Additional activities include be a guided bike ride from Lewis Morris County Park to Jockey Hollow Visitor Center and information and demonstrations regarding colonial herb gardening.

A limited number of events will require tickets. These include a walking tour of Historic Presbyterian Church Burying Ground in Morristown and a dinner at the Morristown Club where a program will be presented entitled “Thomas Paine: Agitator for Freedom and Justice.”

Beginning in early April complete schedules will be available at the following web sites: www.morristourism.org or www.nps.gov/morr and by calling: 973-539-2016 ext. 232.

More than a dozen organizations participating including the following:

●National Park Service
●Crossroads of the American Revolution Association
●Washington Association of New Jersey
●Morris County Visitors Center
●Morristown Partnership
●Morris Museum
●Morris County Park Commission
●Morris County Heritage Commission
●North Jersey American Revolution Round Table
●2nd New Jersey Regiment, Helms’ Company
●Herb Society of America, Northern NJ Unit
●Town of Hanover Landmark Commission
●Burnham Park Association
●Daughters of the American Revolution, Morristown Chapter
●Glassworks Studio
●International Pottery
●Dublin Pub
●George and Martha’s American Grille

Morris Twp.: Morris Museum debuts two exhibits

Experience a galactic expedition to outer space and a complex exploration of the human body in two highly interactive exhibits from the Pacific Science Center on view at the Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morris Township, Jan. 28 through April 13. “The Space Spot” transforms the main gallery into a wonderland of planets, stars and galaxies. “Head to Toe: All About Your Body” explores five body-related topics — skeletons, organs, the senses, general health and amazing body facts. Museum hours are Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults; $7 for children, students and senior citizens. Admission always is free for members and is free to the public every Thursday between 5 and 8 p.m. For more information, call (973) 971-3700 or visit www.morrismuseum.org.

The Morris Museum
6 Normandy Heights Road
Morris Township, NJ
Phone: 973-971-3700

1,500 Morris callers rang 2-1-1 in last 6 months

From The Daily Record:

1,500 Morris callers rang 2-1-1 in last 6 months
Free N.J. help line celebrating four-year milestone

MORRISTOWN -- 2-1-1, an easy-to-remember telephone number that provides Morris County residents with a free and confidential connection to various services, is celebrating four years of providing continuous help 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

NJ 2-1-1 is a system of support, using inbound calls as well as a Web site (www.nj211.org) with instant messaging capability, that is intended to provide free, personal assistance to anyone trying to navigate their way through the vast network of health and human services, government assistance programs and local community resources in the state.

New Jersey Librarians Help Residents Through Tough Economic Times

New Jersey Librarians Help Residents Through Tough Economic Times

New Jersey public Librarians have crafted a website called "GET HELP"

This website includes:
New Jersey Work Tools - To find a job, negotiate NJ Unemployment Insurance. New Jersey's Virtual One-Stop offers online services to workers and employers.
New Jersey Financial Tools - Offers NJ Helps a guide to benefits assistance, SCHIP, Food Stamps, Veteran's Benefits, Tax Assistance, Auto Insurance.
New Jersey Housing Tools - Check this out for mortgage issued, homeless prevention and other housing related issues.
New Jersey Health Tools - Check this out for health insurance and subsidies, S-Chip, pharmaceutical assistance to the aged and medicare/medicaid issues, Doctor Profiles and Healthy NJ
New Jersey Parental Tools - Includes S-Chip Health Insurance for Children, Child Support, College prep and new parent information.
Tools for Seniors - NJ Ease - A one stop shopping program for senior's programs and issues.