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Homeschool Days: Open Hearth Cooking
May 30
We go from farm to fire during this afternoon cooking workshop. Students will be introduced to open hearth cooking while creating a simple dish. Register here.
For ages 6-12 with an adult, cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Historic Speedwell, 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Busy Bees
May 31
Bees do more than just make honey; they are also one of our most important pollinators! Learn about how bees help humans and see what it's like to be a bee! Register here.
For ages 6-10, cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005
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Family Photo Scavenger Hunt: Here Comes Summer
June 1-30
Summer is on its way! Celebrate the signs of summer in this month's photo scavenger hunt in the gardens. Complete the hunt and win a prize. Register here.
For all ages, cost: $10 per group up to 6 people.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Ice Cream Party!
June 1 & 15
Life is better with ice cream! Learn how ice cream was made the old-fashioned way and get a chance to try some delicious samples. Price includes admission to the farm. Register here.
For all ages, cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Art in Bloom
June 1 & 2
Join us for a magnificent art show featuring local artists' original paintings accompanied by floral arrangement interpretations of their work. All the artworks will be available for sale. This year's Art in Bloom will take place in the Frelinghuysen Arboretum's Mansion. If you would like to participate as a flower arranger, call 973-326-7601 for more information. Register here.
For adults, cost: $30 per person; Friend's Members $24 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Floral Arranging with Supermarket Flowers: Roses
June 4
BYOB -- Bring your own bunch of supermarket roses and a mixed supermarket bouquet to make a knock-out arrangement. Ann Fahey, Superintendent of Horticulture Education, will lead this hands-on class. We supply greens and the container; you supply the flowers. Register here.
For adults, cost: $25 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Homeschool Days: Eco-Art
June 4
After exploring the beautiful and unique outdoor art of artist Andy Goldsworthy, we will walk the trails to gather natural materials to create our own eco-art creations in the forest. Register here.
For ages 6-12, cost: $ 15 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Boulevard, Chatham Township, NJ 07928.
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Sit and Squirm: Trains with Names
June 6
Join us as we explore the history of trains and all their many uses during this interactive story time and craft program. Register here.
For ages 3-6 with an adult. Cost: $8 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Historic Speedwell, 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Hands-On History: All Things Lavender - The Flower & Essential Oil
June 6
Lavender is known for its medicinal and culinary powers. In this workshop, learn about various types of lavender plants and how to grow them. Make a variety of products using lavender including tea, chocolate, pillow spray, and a rollerball. Register here.
For adults, cost: $35 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Homeschool Days: A Future in Ecology
June 13
Plants and animals and fungi, oh my! Students will observe the signs of life all around them and discover how everything is connected. This is a drop-off program. Students should dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Register here.
For ages 6-12, cost: $15 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Spring Birdwatching for Adults
June 14
Join our last bird walk of the spring to see which birds are nesting at the Great Swamp. We may even hear babies begging for food! Our naturalist will give you tips on identification, share fun facts about the species' lives, and lead you to the best spots for birding. All skill levels welcome. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Register here.
For adults, cost: $8 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Boulevard, Chatham Township, NJ 07928.
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