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Mon Jul 1, 2019 |
Branching Out!Gardening programs for children ages 5 – 8, 9 – 12 and 12 – 14Plant your own individual gardens in this 8-week summer gardening program beginning July 1. Enjoy gardening, cooking, crafts, and games. Check morrisparks.net for exact dates, times, cost and more information or call 973.326.7601. Cost: Call for info. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Mon Jul 1, 2019 |
Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for a nature photo scavenger hunt. Dates: Every day in July, August, and September Time: Families welcome to participate any time between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm Cost: $10 per family at front desk Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu Jul 11, 2019 |
Make & Take WorkshopsBotanical Pressing Series: Part 1Press flowers and botanicals. Explore botanical framing, whole flower, cutwork, and Pennsylvania Dutch designs. Date: Thursday, July 11 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm A Colorful Handkerchief Using Natural DyesExplore the entire process of natural dyeing from harvest to a finished product. Tour the gardens to discover the plants used. Date: Thursday, July 25 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Botanical Pressing Series: Part 2Design and create a framed floral piece of art. Discover how flowers, stems and leaves can be used for sizing and color contrast. Date: Thursday, August 15 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Fall Container GardenCreate a container garden with all the rich colors of the season. Explore how to add gourds and pumpkins to your arrangement for a display that will last throughout the fall. Date: Thursday, September 19 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm The Friends can no longer offer on-line registration for Morris County Park Commission programs. Please call 973.326.7601 for information and registration. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu Aug 1, 2019 |
In Our Gallery - AugustArtist Rita Feeney - Pastels and watercolors Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sun Aug 18, 2019 |
 Third Sunday Tours of Bamboo BrookGarden Tours at the Park Commission’s Horticultural SitesLearn some of the history and enjoy the beauty of these exceptional horticultural sites with a knowledgeable tour guide. Please wear sturdy walking shoes. Terrain can be grassy and uneven in places. Dates: Sundays Aug 18 & Sep 15 Cost: $3 (exact change please) Location: Bamboo Brook Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Sep 1, 2019 |
In Our Gallery - SeptemberBill Glasshofer - Photographs and pastels of nature and travel Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Tue Sep 3, 2019 |
North American Butterfly AssociationProgram to be determined, guests are welcome. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Thu Sep 5, 2019 |
Frelinghuysen Arboretum Gesneriad SocietyShow preparation meeting. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Fri Sep 6, 2019 |
New Jersey State Chrysanthemum SocietyProgram: Flower Arranging with Chuck Turner. Chuck will create a dramatic arrangement and critique arrangements as attendees work on their take-home creations. Please bring a vase and some flowers and greens from your garden. Some flowers and floral materials will be provided. Mum Topic: Grooming blooms, sprays and garden varieties for the Show. How do judges determine awards Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sun Sep 8, 2019 |
Second Sunday Tours of Willowwood ArboretumGarden Tours at the Park Commission’s Horticultural SitesLearn some of the history and enjoy the beauty of these exceptional horticultural sites with a knowledgeable tour guide. Please wear sturdy walking shoes. Terrain can be grassy and uneven in places. Dates: Sundays Aug 11 & Sep 8 Cost: $3 (exact change please) Location: Willowwood Arboretum Sponsor: MCPC |
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Tue Sep 10, 2019 |
Great Swamp Bonsai SocietyProgram to be determined, guests are welcome. To receive our free newsletter for updates and events, please email club president, John Michalski at huonia@aol.com. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Wed Sep 11, 2019 |
African Violet Club of Morris CountyProgram to be determined, guests are welcome. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat Sep 14, 2019 |
North American Rock Garden Society – Watnong ChapterHardy Northeast Rock Garden Plants presented by Elizabeth Zanders. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sun Sep 15, 2019 |
 Expressions of NatureStroll through the gardens and meet local artists recreating the beautiful scenery through their art. Learn about their techniques, motivations, and styles. Artists display many of their works for viewing and purchase. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed Sep 18, 2019 |
Sprouts: Butterfly Garden - Ages 2 – 4 with an adultCheck morrisparks.net for exact dates, times, cost and more information or call 973.326.7601. Cost: $5 per child Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu Sep 19, 2019 |
Flower Power: Kids Centerpiece Class - Ages 8 – 12Check morrisparks.net for exact dates, times, cost and more information or call 973.326.7601. Cost: $15 per child Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sat Sep 21, 2019 |
North East Judging Center of the American Orchid Society10:00a - Educational program 12:00N - Orchid Judging - anyone may bring an orchid to be judged or listen in on the educational programs and/or judging. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat Sep 21, 2019 |
TRI-STATE AFRICAN VIOLET COUNCIL AND THE NJ COUNCIL OF AFRICAN VIOLET JUDGESJoint meeting. The program is not yet determined. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: The Mansion at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sun Sep 22, 2019 |
 Willowwood Open HouseEnjoy autumn’s splendor at Willowwood Arboretum. Take a guided tour of the gardens or stroll the grounds using your cell phone to guide you. The Tubbs house will be open for a rare peek at the home life of botanizing brothers, Henry and Robert Tubbs. Light refreshments will be provided by the Willowwood Foundation. Cost: $5 per car Location: Willowwood Arboretum Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed Sep 25, 2019 |
Sprouts: Green Grass Grows - Ages 2 – 4 with an adultCheck morrisparks.net for exact dates, times, cost and more information or call 973.326.7601. Cost: $5 per child Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu Sep 26, 2019 |
Color Your Home with Pumpkins & GourdsSee how to put together arrangements of pumpkins and gourds in this fall demonstration. Discover how to keep critters away so they can be enjoyed throughout the season. Cost: $12 members / $15 non-members The Friends can no longer offer on-line registration for Morris County Park Commission programs. Please call 973.326.7601 for information and registration. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Sep 29, 2019 |
Cooking Demonstration: Preserving Your HarvestLearn some great small batch preserving recipes for pickles, jams, relishes and more with Chef Cynthia Triolo. The bounty of the summer and fall harvest can be yours all winter long. Cost: $25 members / $30 non-members Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Sun Oct 6, 2019 |
Frelinghuysen Arboretum Gesneriad SocietyAnnual show and plant sale featuring African violets and their cousins. Horticulture and Design Exhibits as well as Educational Culture Information will all be on display. The sales table will have African Violets and other Gesneriads as well as supplies for sale. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat Oct 12, 2019 |
Pressed Botanicals with Artist Beth MurphySave the Date!Botanical Artist Beth Murphy demonstrates the process of pressing plant material like leaves, flower petals, and grasses and discusses basic collage design elements. Participants will work with pressed botanical materials supplied by the instructor to form a small collage on a card or bookmark to take home. Beth’s beautiful botanical collages will be on exhibit in our gallery during the month of October. Beth will be doing a "Meet and Greet the Artist" session from 12:30 to 3:00 PM on Saturday, October 12. Come meet her to talk about her work. Cost: To be Announced Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat Nov 9, 2019 |
2019 Tree SymposiumSave the Date!
Cost: To be Announced Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat Dec 7, 2019 |
 Gingerbread Craft ShowSave the Dates!The 28th Annual Gingerbread Wonderland Craft Show is scheduled this year for the first two weekends in December:
Cost: $2 per person at the door gains entry to both the Craft Show and Gingerbread Wonderland. NOTICE TO EXHIBITORSThe 2019 Gingerbread Festival Craft Show tables have all been committed to...and there is a significant Wait List.We appreciate your interest and suggest you contact us after January 15, 2020 with regard to 2020 table availability. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
