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Antique Tractor and Engine Day
September 7
Come to Fosterfields to learn about how the combustion engine changed farms and communities a century ago. See antique tractors, automobiles, and stationary engines in action and understand how they run! Register here.
For all ages, cost: $5 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Hands-on History: Tea Harvesting and Blending with Farm Fresh Herbs
September 12
In this hands-on workshop, learn the skill of harvesting your own tea plants. Using herbs from Fosterfields, create delicious recipes to take home! All materials are included. Register here.
For adults, cost: $35 per person. Preregistartion is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Homeschool Days: Amazing Asters
September 12
September is the month of Asters. Dive into the world of the largest flowering plant family - the Asters- and discover some members, including coneflowers, daisies and sunflowers. Make your own clay seed mosaic to bring home. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. This is a drop off program. 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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Expressions of Nature Art Walk and Sale
September 21
Stroll through the gardens and meet local artists recreating the beautiful scenery through their art. Learn about their techniques, motivations, and styles. Artists display a variety of their works for viewing and purchase.
For all ages, cost: FREE. Walk ins are welcome!
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
Paranormal Evenings: The Willows Mansion
September 14
Join staff and the New Jersey Paranormal Project at The Willows Mansion, commissioned in 1854 by General Joseph Warren Revere as a farm and home for his family, who lived in the house for several years. Later, the Foster Family lived in the house from 1881- 1979. Register here.
For adults, cost: $45 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Adventures in STEM: Sun Science
September 17
In this series, young scientists explore different parts of the natural world through experiments and activities, making surprising discoveries along the way. This time, we'll investigate the light of the Sun just in time for the Fall Equinox! Parents are welcome to drop off or stay and take part. Register here.
For ages 6-10, cost: $10 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005
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Forest Bathing with Rich Collins, ANFT Guide
September 21 & 22
Enjoy a combination of Japanese oriented walking, meditation, mindfulness, and wellness promotion in the gardens and along the paths of Willowwood Arboretum in Chester Township. Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Register here.
For adults, cost: $20 per person. Preregistration is required.
Happening at Willowwood Arboretum on the 21st & at Frelinghuysen Arboretum on the 22nd.
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Homeschool Hikers: Snakes
September 24
This program for older homeschoolers features a hike on the rugged trails of Pyramid Mountain with a nature lesson along the way! It's a chance for older kids to cover some ground on hikes of approximately 3 miles while learning something new. In this session, we discover the various types of snakes that live here and try to spot some along the hike! Register here.
For ages 8 & up with an adult, cost: $15 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Avenue, Montville Township, NJ 07045
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Garden Sprouts: Surprises in a Seed
September 25
Where do flowers come from? Seeds! Sprouts and their grownup look for seed pods around the garden, collect both fluffy and pokey seeds -- and discover what is inside a seed. Make your own seed mosaic by pressing seeds into clay. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Register here.
For ages 3-5 with an adult, cost: $8 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
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