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Mon Apr 1, 2019 |
In Our Gallery – AprilArtist Karen Collins exhibits her pastels of landscapes and florals. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Mon Apr 1, 2019 |
Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for a nature photo scavenger hunt. Visitors can pick up the list, head outside and shoot away. Take a picture of every item, return to the Education Center and pick up your prize. Scavenger lists will change every month:
Cost: $10 per family at front desk Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Tue Apr 16, 2019 |
Garden Buds (Ages 4-5 with an adult)Instill a love of gardening in preschoolers in this 10-week hands-on gardening series. Little gardeners with their adult helpers plant, harvest, and even taste vegetables straight from their gardens. Cost: $70 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed Apr 24, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Sounds of SpringUse your ears and discover an entirely new side of plants. We’ll also look around to see who is making all that springtime racket. Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu Apr 25, 2019 |
 A Tour of Flowering Trees and Shrubs at the Frelinghuysen ArboretumWalk the grounds of the Arboretum for an hour with Mark Inzano, Manager of Horticulture. He’ll point out some familiar favorites among the Arboretum’s collections of flowering trees and shrubs, as well as some unusual ones you may not know. This program is eligible for 1.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s. Cost: $8 members / $10 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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Thu Apr 25, 2019 |
 Make and Take Workshops - Herb Container GardenPresented by Catherine Allison, MCPC Horticulture Program Specialist Discover the wonderful world of herbs and their many uses for culinary, medicinal and pest repellant purposes. Make your own herb garden and take it home to enjoy throughout the season. Cost: $30 per person 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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Sat Apr 27, 2019 |
 Great Plantings for Small GardensSteve Kristoph, Adjunct Professor at Rutgers University and owner of an eponymous specialty nursery in central New Jersey, returns with a fun and informative talk about small trees and shrubs, both native and non-native, that will be well-behaved and dazzle throughout the seasons in your garden. Many of the plants he recommends will be available at the plant sale the following weekend. This program is eligible for 1.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s. Cost: $15 members / $20 non-members Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Sun Apr 28, 2019 |
 5th Annual Tubbs Lecture: Vincent Simeone on Versatile ViburnumsThe Tubbs Lecture at Willowwood Arboretum honors the memory of Henry and Robert Tubbs. This year’s guest speaker, Vincent Simeone, is a renowned horticulturist, lecturer and author. He will share his expertise in planting and caring for viburnums and give a guided walk through the viburnum collection at Willowwood Arboretum. This program is eligible for 2.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s. Cost: $30 per person, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Willowwood Arboretum Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Apr 28, 2019 |
Arbor Day CelebrationCelebrate Arbor Day with New Jersey’s largest living things – trees. Learn how to plant, identify, and appreciate our local trees. Take a tour of the Arboretum’s Big Trees, do a tree craft, and take home some seedlings to grow in your own yard. Cost: Suggested donation $5/family, call 973.326.7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed May 1, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Let There Be LightSunny days are here! Discover how plants put sunlight to work and what happens when plants grow in shade. Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed May 1, 2019 |
In Our Gallery – MayThe NJ Photography Forum and Paul Donahoe, Curator exhibit “Flower Power – Bold, Dramatic and Beautiful Portraits of Flowers”. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu May 2, 2019 |
Arboretum Artists (Ages 8-12) - Beautiful BouquetsPaint, cut, and build your own mixed media bouquet fit for framing! Cost: $10 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Fri May 3, 2019 |
 24th Annual Plant SaleMembers Only ShoppingYou’re Invited to the 24th Annual Friends’ Plant Sale. As always, members get first dibs on all the plants, beginning at 4:00 pm on Friday. Register for this free Members-only Event using the On-Line Registration button, below. Plant Sale Volunteers NeededPlease help make our 2019 Plant Sale a success by volunteering for one of the many tasks that go into the Friend’s major fundraising event. Click here to sign up to volunteer on our Plant Sale Volunteer Signup Page. It’s easy, and takes a just a few minutes. There will be an amazing selection of vegetables, herbs, annuals and tropicals, perennials, trees, and shrubs and lots of plant advisors on hand to answer questions and recommend which plants will work best in your garden. Cost: Free to Members -- Register using the button below. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Sat May 4, 2019 |
 24th Annual Plant SaleSaturday - Sunday Public SaleYou’re Invited to the 24th Annual Friends’ Plant Sale Members are welcome to shop all weekend, of course, but the public sale opens Saturday morning and we’ll have plant advisors available throughout Saturday and Sunday to help shoppers select the best plants for their gardens. PLANT SALE PAGEOur Plant Sale Page is active. Check regularly for news and links about events and plants at the 2019 Plant Sale. Plant Sale Volunteers NeededPlease help make our 2019 Plant Sale a success by volunteering for one of the many tasks that go into the Friend’s major fundraising event. Sign up online on our Plant Sale Volunteer Signup Page. It’s easy, and takes a just a few minutes. We need help with moving, labeling, pricing, watering, grooming, selling and more. Select the day, time and task that suits you best. Your selection will be confirmed with a subsequent email and a big thank you! Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sun May 5, 2019 |
First Sunday Garden Tours at The Frelinghuysen ArboretumThe Sunday Garden tours begin at 2:00 pm and cost $3 per person (exact change is appreciated). Learn the history of each site and enjoy the changing beauty of these exceptional gardens with a knowledgeable tour guide. Meet in the lobby of the Haggerty Education Center for the tour of the grounds of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Tue May 7, 2019 |
North American Butterfly AssociationJuanita Hummel, an avid nature lover and citizen scientist will give a presentation on Butterflies and Butterflying in the NJ Sourland Mountains of Hunterdon County. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Wed May 8, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Plant ZooDogwood, Pig Squeak, and Pussy Willow...why do some plants have such strange names? Take a walk to search for the plants that look like animals and guess their names. Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed May 8, 2019 |
African Violet Club of Morris CountyProgram: To be determined Wednesday, Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Thu May 9, 2019 |
A Bouquet for Mom Ages 6-10Young arrangers will create a beautiful floral masterpiece and learn how to take care of it just in time for Mothers’ Day. Cost: $15 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun May 12, 2019 |
Mother’s Day at Willowwood ArboretumCelebrate Mother’s Day with a tour of the beautiful gardens at Willowwood Arboretum, including the extensive lilac collection. Enjoy some light refreshments courtesy of the Willowwood Foundation and purchase some baby lilacs to plant at home or give to Mom. Enjoy activities for the whole family. Cost: $5 per car Location: Willowwood Arboretum Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun May 12, 2019 |
National Public Gardens Week Scavenger HuntCelebrate this event with a special free scavenger hunt all week long. Discover the beauty of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum and its gardens. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Tue May 14, 2019 |
Great Swamp Bonsai SocietyPhoenix/Approach Graft Workshop/Repotting Workshop. Learn how to graft live “whips” onto dramatic deadwood, to create stunning bonsai material. (Repotting Workshop may be moved to March depending on local conditions (that is, temperature!) Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Wed May 15, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Are You My Mother?Discover how plants make new plants, and search the gardens for baby plants using a magnifying glass. Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed May 15, 2019 |
The Home Garden Club of Morristown11:00 am - Regular Monthly Meeting Wednesday 1:00 pm Program: “Unfussy Native Plants for Your Garden” Michael Hagen, Curator of the Native Plant Garden and the Rock Garden at NYBG will focus on beautiful but un-demanding shrubs and perennials that will easily fit into an established garden. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Thu May 16, 2019 |
Make and Take Workshops - Edible Container GardenPresented by Catherine Allison, MCPC Horticulture Program Specialist Create your own edible container garden. Get tips on how to plant and get the most from this small space. Bring your garden home and harvest your crops all season long. Cost: $30 per person 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 May 16, 2019 |
The Frelinghuysen Arboretum Gesneriad SocietyCollecting, Cultivating and Researching Old World Gesneriaceae. Speaker Sadie Barber is a horticulturist from the Royal Botanic Garden in Edinburgh, Scotland. She is an expert in collecting, growing, tending and displaying of Old World gesneriads. Sadie is responsible for one of the world’s most important and extensive cultivated collections of Streptocarpus, the Cape Primrose, and grows several other Old World genera from the family Gesneriaceae. She will share a horticulturist’s perspective of the research undertaken by Edinburgh’s Gesneriaceae scientists and explain the techniques used for propagating and growing the collections. Sadie will also share her adventures in plant hunting, having collected gesneriads from Africa and Asia. RSVP required – Karyn Cichocki (kdc05@ptd.net or 973-579-7914). Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Thu May 16, 2019 |
 Harbingers of SpringBus Trip to the Mt. Cuba CenterCelebrate the arrival of spring with a bus trip to Mt. Cuba Center in Hockessin, Delaware. Renowned for its spectacular displays of wildflowers and native plant research, Mt. Cuba Center will be in its peak spring bloom just in time for our visit. Rejoice in their extensive trillium collection, dogwood paths, lilac allees, slopes of wild columbine and other spring ephemerals. Our knowledgeable tour guides will help us understand the pivotal role native plants play in our environment. Get ready to be wowed by one of the most fabulous displays of wild flowers in the Mid-Atlantic region. We’ll also visit an excellent nearby nursery for some fun plant shopping. Eat a good breakfast, pack your lunch, and we will provide drinks. Enjoy your lunch in a room reserved just for us. Please wear closed shoes, suitable for uneven and muddy terrain. Register by Thursday, April 25. Please note: No refunds after Friday, April 26. Meet in The Frelinghuysen Arboretum parking lot Cost: $60 members / $70 non-members Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Fri May 17, 2019 |
The New Jersey State Chrysanthemum SocietyDistribution of mum cuttings & geraniums. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat May 18, 2019 |
The New Jersey State Chrysanthemum SocietyMum school conducted by Doris Zurcher, Steve Avallone and Cindy Hedin. Learn the details of chrysanthemum cultivation: how to obtain plants; potting up; care and feeding for maximum bloom; grooming your plants for exhibition. Saturday, May 18 10:00 am – 12:00 noonMum & geranium distribution Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: F Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat May 18, 2019 |
National Public Gardens Week Family Seed Starting Ages 5 and upPlant spring flower seeds in honor of National Public Gardens Week. Cost: FREE, registration not required. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun May 19, 2019 |
Annual Lilac Party and Wine Tasting at Willowwood ArboretumEnjoy the intoxicating fragrance of lilacs in bloom at the Willowwood Foundation’s annual garden fund- raiser. The Lilac Party and Wine Tasting feature artisan Spring wines. Stroll through spring gardens and taste tempting tidbits while listening to a cappella music provided by The Ten. Place your bids at the garden themed silent auction featuring unusual plants. For more information and to RSVP email: wwfoundation@willowwoodfoundation.com Cost: $90 per person, reservations are required. Cost: See above. Location: Willowwood Arboretum Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun May 19, 2019 |
National Public Gardens Week ToursCelebrate National Public Gardens Week with a tour at one of the Morris County Park Commission’s exceptional horticultural sites. Please wear sturdy walking shoes. Time and Locations:
Cost: FREE Location: Various Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed May 22, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Going BuggyThere are insects all over the garden! Go on a bug hunt around the Arboretum and find out which bugs are helpful or harmful for the plants. Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Wed May 22, 2019 |
Pots with PizzazzJazzy containers are the jewelry of a garden, elevating it from good to great! Learn how to brighten shady spots with pops of color, create focal points for vistas and welcoming entry gardens with stunning container groupings. Ranging from whimsical to grand, these pots with pizzazz from private and public gardens will inspire and teach you to design your own potted masterpieces! Presented by Jana Milbocker, author and principal of Enchanted Gardens. This program is eligible for 1.5 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s. Cost: $15 members / $20 non-members Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Thu May 23, 2019 |
Make and Take Workshops - Hummingbird and Butterfly Container GardenPresented by Catherine Allison, MCPC Horticulture Program Specialist Plant a beautiful planter that will attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Discover ways to entice them to your yard by planting the plants they love. Bring your planter home and watch for these amazing creatures. The cost for this workshop is $35 per person 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 May 26, 2019 |
 Travel to the Wonderful Gardens of WalesThere is nothing quite like the scenic beauty of Wales. A country known for its majestic mountains, lakes, forests and stunning coastlines, it is also home to some of the finest gardens within the British Isles. Join the Friends starting May 26, 2019 through June 6, 2019 as we travel from the mountains of Snowdonia to the seaside coast and beyond, visiting an outstanding mix of public and private gardens both large and small. The gardens chosen for our itinerary represent an extensive array of historical garden designs and include features such as herbaceous borders, parterres, terraces, cascades, champion trees, laburnum arches and much more. Learn more about this exciting trip by visiting our Wales Trip page for a much more detailed description of the trip as well as reservation information. THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY FULL.If you would like to be placed on our waiting list, please email your request to Friends Administrative Assistant, Margery Ennist at mennist@morrisparks.net. Cost: To be advised. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Wed May 29, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Tree TravelsWalk the arboretum and look for plants that traveled from some- where else to be here. Where did they come from? Who planted those seeds if it wasn’t the Arboretum’s gardeners? Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sat Jun 1, 2019 |
Fairy Friends Ages 6 and upUsing a variety of natural materials, crafters and fairy lovers of all ages will design and create elves, imps, fairies, and pixies to take home for their own gardens or to use in their fairy houses on Fairy Day, June 23. Cost: $10 per person, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sat Jun 1, 2019 |
In Our Gallery – JuneThe NJ Plein Air Painters exhibit mixed media portraits of nature. Cost: Free Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Jun 2, 2019 |
Great Swamp Bonsai SocietyAnnual Bonsai Open House – See the incredible display of bonsai trees and vote for your favorite one. Demonstrations throughout the day. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sun Jun 2, 2019 |
First Sunday Garden Tours at The Frelinghuysen ArboretumFirst Sunday Garden Tours at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum The Sunday Garden tours begin at 2:00 pm and cost $3 per person (exact change is appreciated). Learn the history of each site and enjoy the changing beauty of these exceptional gardens with a knowledgeable tour guide. Meet in the lobby of the Haggerty Education Center for the tour of the grounds of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Tue Jun 4, 2019 |
North American Butterfly AssociationDarryl Smith, a member of the HUB Camera Club will present the techniques and methods for taking up close photos of butterflies and insects. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Wed Jun 5, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Tops and BottomsWhich parts of the plant do we eat? Read a silly story and discover the differences between the tops and bottoms of plants. Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu Jun 6, 2019 |
Arboretum Artists (Ages 8-12) - Quilling CreaturesRoll and fold strips of paper using the quilling technique to create beautiful butterflies, lovely ladybugs, and your own imaginative insects to take home! Cost: $10 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Fri Jun 7, 2019 |
The New Jersey State Chrysanthemum SocietyProgram: Dorothy Smullen – Duke Gardens: a Treasure Remembered – View the eleven gardens and statuary under greenhouse glass that no longer exist in Hillsborough, NJ. Learn about the vision of Duke Farms today. Mum topic: How and when to transfer plants to final growing location. When to debranch and disbud. When to shade. Why and how to apply B9. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: F Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Fri Jun 7, 2019 |
New Jersey Public Gardens Day ToursCelebrate New Jersey Public Gardens Day with a tour at one of the Morris County Park Commission’s exceptional horticultural sites. Please wear sturdy walking shoes. Time and Locations:
Cost: FREE Location: Various Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Jun 9, 2019 |
Four Season Perennial GardeningMCPC Program Specialist, Catherine Allison, will share her tips on planning a four-season perennial garden, deer resistant plants, fertilizing, pruning and more. 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 Jun 9, 2019 |
Second Sunday Tours at Willowwood ArboretumThe Sunday Garden tours begin at 2:00 pm and cost $3 per person (exact change is appreciated). Learn the history of each site and enjoy the changing beauty of these exceptional gardens with a knowledgeable tour guide. Meet in the parking area for the tour of this beautiful garden. Cost: See above. Location: Willowwood Arboretum Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Jun 9, 2019 |
Friends Members Only Annual MeetingCaren White: The Mixologist’s Herb GardenHerbs aren’t just for cooking! Modern mixologists are using fresh herbs for new takes on classic cocktails. Learn how you can grow the ingredients for your next cocktail party. Light refreshments will be served following Caren’s talk. Register by June 6 Cost: FREE, but registration is required. Please note that this program is for members only.Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Wed Jun 12, 2019 |
Sprouts (Ages 2-4 with an adult): Wonderful WaterExplore the wonderful, wet world of water. How do plants and animals get their water? Go on a walk to find water all around the Arboretum. Plant the seeds of love for nature in this preschool program! Each session features a different theme and includes an indoor activity and an outdoor exploration of the Arboretum. Dress for the weather. Cost: $5 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Thu Jun 13, 2019 |
Filling Dad’s Shoes Ages 8-12Bring in one of dad’s old shoes, and plant it with succulents. This great Father’s Day gift is cool to plant and easy for dad to maintain. Cost: $15 per child, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sat Jun 15, 2019 |
Tri-State African Violet CouncilMeeting with the New Jersey Council of African Violet Judges Program has not yet been determined but anyone interested in African violets is welcome to attend. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Tue Jun 18, 2019 |
The Art of Topiary DesignProfessional Floral Designer Marge Hulstrunk will demonstrate several different topiary designs that you will be able to re-create for your home or special event, using a variety of materials. She’ll share tips and show you how to make styles suitable for many occasions through the year, from casual to formal. We know you’ll feel confident about making your own topiary at the end of this demonstration. There will be a raffle afterward, and lucky winners will be able to take one of Marge’s creations home. Register by June 10 Cost: $20 members / $25 non-members Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Wed Jun 19, 2019 |
The Home Garden Club of Morristown11:00a - Regular Monthly Meeting 1:00 pm Program: “Mushroom Mania” Dorothy Smullen, Past President of the NJ Mycological Society speaks about the importance of mushrooms, their special characteristics and purposes. She will demonstrate how these infamous, fleshy fungi can be used in craft applications. Affiliate Member Programs are free and open to the public. Cost: FREE Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA |
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Sat Jun 22, 2019 |
Creating a Succession of Bloom in the Native GardenIf you want to attract and support pollinators, a succession of bloom is an absolute imperative in any landscape. From early spring through late fall, different species of pollinators look for different types of plants at different times of year. And, some plants are much more useful to pollinators than others. Is your garden ready? Learn from Kim Eierman what you need to know to make your garden beautiful and ecologically-supportive throughout the growing season with great choices of natives. Kim is an Environmental Horticulturist specializing in ecological landscapes and native plants. She teaches at the New York Botanical Garden, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and around the metropolitan region. This program is eligible for 1.5 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s. Cost: $20 members / $25 non-members Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: FOFA
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Sun Jun 23, 2019 |
Fairy DayThis is a day for fairies, magic, and wishes to come true. For one day, put aside the cynicism of the modern world, embrace the possibilities of the unknown, and believe in fairies. We mortals don’t often see fairies but creating special fairy houses can bring them here. Families are invited to Sylvan Terrace to build homes for these visitors. All supplies – bark, branches, lichens, mosses, feathers, stones, leaves – will be provided, or bring your own as long as they are natural – fairies shun man-made materials. We’ll summon the fairies with music and fairy snacks and learn which plants and trees attract fairies. Fairy houses will be on display through the end of July. Cost: $30 per house, call 973-326-7601 to register. Cost: See above. Location: Haggerty Center Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Jun 23, 2019 |
Third Sunday Tours at Bamboo BrookThe Sunday Garden tours begin at 2:00 pm and cost $3 per person (exact change is appreciated). Learn the history of each site and enjoy the changing beauty of these exceptional gardens with a knowledgeable tour guide. Meet in the parking area at the top of the stairs for a tour of the gardens at Bamboo Brook. Cost: See above. Location: Bamboo Brook Sponsor: MCPC |
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Sun Jun 30, 2019 |
Cooking Demonstration: Chard – A Rainbow of HealthChard is actually a beet that is grown for its leaves rather than its root. It’s loaded with vitamins and minerals and absolutely delicious. Chef Cynthia Triolo prepares several recipes that will make chard a staple in your kitchen. Register by April 24 Cost: $25 members / $30 non-members 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 |
