SPRING WREATH-MAKING WORKSHOPS. Learn how to assemble and decorate spring wreaths to brighten your home, using a variety of silk and dried materials. 10am & 1pm. $25. 20 Morris Rd..
MAPLE SUGARING DEMONSTRATION. Live demonstrations of how to tap the maple trees, collect the sap, and make the delicious syrup. Fresh maple syrup available for purchase. Get there early because there is a limit of one container per family - while supplies last. 10am - 3pm. 50 Neilson Road.
PYRAMID MOUNTAIN HIKE. The highlight of this hike will be Tripod Rock: a massive out-of-place erratic boulder balanced on three smaller rocks which has puzzled visitors ever since it was left behind in the last glacial period thousands of years ago.
SPRING BIRD WALK. Don Torino of the Bergen County Audubon Society leads a walk through the Botanical Garden to look for early spring birds 10. Free. 20 Morris Rd..
THE GREAT OUTDOORS TRICKY TRAY. 4pm. $25. Stillwater School, 904 Stillwater Rd..
Stillwater Township PTA; 973/670-1115
Sunday, 26; Clinton
SAILING OPEN HOUSE. Learn about sailing on Spruce Run Reservoir and the club-sponsored activities available for beginners as well as seasoned sailors. 1pm. Riley & Jake’s, 1831 State Route 31.
SCOTT BRADLEE'S POSTMODERN JUKEBOX. 8pm. 234 Spring Street.
The Newton Theatre; 973/383-3700
Thursday, 30; Newton
SPYRO GYRA. 8pm. 234 Spring Street.
The Newton Theatre; 973/383-3700
April
Tuesday, 4; Brookside
METAL DETECTING MENDHAM. Join local resident, Brian Cox, for a presentation and discussion of how he discovers and saves Mendham history through metal detecting. 7 - 8pm. Brookside Community Church’s Scialla Hall, 8 East Main Street.
LACKAWANNA CUT OFF. Presentation on past, present and future of the Lackawanna Cut Off by Chuck Walsh. 7 - 8:30. American Legion, 494 Willow Grove. More...
Hackettstown Historical Society; 908/852-8797
Saturday, 8;
TROUT SEASON OPENS. Don’t forget your 2023 fishing license! More...
Saturday, 8; West Milford
HISTORIC DISTRICT WALKING TOURS. Walk through the Historic District and learn how Long Pond contributed to the American Revolution, Civil War and the industrial development of New Jersey. 9am. Long Pond Ironworks, Rt 511. More...
WOMEN PLAYWRIGHTS SERIES. Presentations on three consecutive Wednesdays of short-play competition, playwrighting classes, and panel discussions with visiting playwrights provide a working forum for the unique voice of women writing for theatre today. The WPS has helped to develop the work of over 60 playwrights from around the country, producing more than 14 world premieres on the CSC mainstage. Staged readings are followed by a lively discussion with the playwrights and casts. 7:30pm. Free. Sitnik Theatre of the Lackland Center.
DANCE ON EXHIBIT: CAROLYN DORFMAN DANCE. An evening of dance on display in a gallery setting followed by performances of some of Dorfman’s most iconic works on stage. 7:30pm. $25. 6 Normandy Heights Rd..
Morris Museum Bickford Theater; 973/971-3700
Saturday, 15; Blairstown
SUGAR MOUNTAIN. Neil Young tribute 8pm. 30 Main Street.
SPRING CAR TREK. Self-driving tour winds 57 miles through Morris and Passaic Counties to explore reservoirs, forest and historical sites.
10am - 1pm. 35$ per vehicle. Reservoir Tavern.
SPACE CLEARING CERTIFICATION WITH RENAE JENSEN. Space Clearing: Training: April 15, April 16, April 29, April 30. Space Clearing/Harmonizing is a vital part of maintaining healthy space, and has been part of our human culture and practice for thousands of years. Home Blessings, Spring Cleaning, New Years ceremonies, Spirit Cleansing... we are familiar rituals associated with cleansing space. As we work to maintain a healthy body, mind and spirit, we must allow our homes to have a cleanse, refresh and reset it’s energy and intentions. We can apply new paint, beautiful furnishings and feng shui techniques, but it is like ” putting clean clothes on a dirty body”. 9am - 5pm. $1755. Hope Wellness Center, 2 Walnut St..
ANNUAL VERNAL POOL EXPLORATION. Visit vernal pools to explore these habitats and learn why these sites are important to many species of amphibians, reptils, insects, and other wildlife. 2 - 3:30pm. Free, donation requested. 50 Neilson Road. More...
NEW JERSEY INVASIVE SPECIES CONFERENCE. Comprehensive state-wide forum on invasive species as well as new and emerging issues. 9 - 12. $110, preregister. 80 Route 206. More...
SPRING PLANT SALE AND EARTH DAY CELEBRATION. Many choice selections of perennials, ferns and woody plants, inspiring garden lectures, and guided tours of this magnificent naturalistic rock garden. This event is co-sponsored with Watnong Chapter North American Rock Garden Society. 11 Layton Rd.
70TH ANNIVERSARY DINNER. Gala celebration dinner with a program, the auction, and perhaps a few surprises! Lafaytette House, The Shoppes at Lafayette, Routes 94 & 15.
ROCK N ROLL STEAMPUNK FAIR. Come enjoy a full day of live music, artisan vendors, street performers, costumes and general steampunk shenanigans. Music lineup: Hi-Rev Combo, This Way to the Egress, Walter Sickert and the Army of Broken Toys. Come dressed for the occasion or come as you are! You won't want to miss this unique festival! 10am - 5pm. Washington Ave.
AREA 57. Flying objects and other fun invade Warren County as the Community College showcases the its nationally acclaimed Uncrewed Systems Program, which teaches piloting, design and development, and the maintenance and repair of drones, as well as AI and Robotics. The event is in conjunction with Droning On, a regional Drone Education event organized and staffed by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) which will coincide with the FAA annual Drone Safety Day. Droning On is a free, three-day UAS community engagement event. Get hands-on experience handling a balloon, walk inside an actual hot air balloon, that will be cold inflated with fans. Special shape hot air balloon, Fred G Monster, will also invade the event. Warren County Community College, 475 NJ-57.
March 23-April 2 • OFF THE MAP. Denny and Claire have retired to the wilds of Central America, where they quickly discover that things are not as they were expecting, neither in their relationship, nor in their new property.8pm.
A full scale canal boat model is on display at Bread Lock Park
Second Sunday Every Month • MORRIS CANAL EXHIBITS. A premiere site along the historic Morris Canal Greenway, will have volunteers on hand to welcome visitors and answer questions. Exhibits tell the story of the valley now bisected by Route 57, also known as the Warren Heritage Scenic Byway, and the people who lived and worked here. There are also trails to explore so wear your walking shoes and check out the StoryWalk or the exercise trail or the trail to Stewartsville.1 - 4pm.
Ongoing • TOURS OF WASHINGTON'S HEADQUARTERS AT THE FORD MANSION.
The Washington’s
Headquarters Museum includes includes three exhibit galleries, a 30-minute introductory video, and the Discover History Center. Tours of Fords Manion will be made available at 10 and 11am and at 1, 2, 3 and 4pm.
