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LEARN ABOUT GARDENING, HIKING, ASTRONOMY, BIRDS,COMPOSTING, YOGA, BAKING, EXERCISE, FINANCES AND MORE AT THE ESSEX COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
Essex County Executive DiVincenzo Invites Children and Families to Expand their Understanding and Appreciation of the Environment
Roseland, NJ - A variety of programs are being offered at the Essex County Environmental Center during the month of August that will teach children and adults about nature and help them gain a greater appreciation and understanding of our environment. Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites children and adults to visit the Environmental Center where they can enjoy an enriching recreational experience through nature and conservation activities.
"Our Environmental Center has become the premiere location for environmental education and nature appreciation. With the help of our partner groups, our dynamic schedule of events and activities will captivate all ages," DiVincenzo said. "Walk in our woods, discover habitats, get pointers on gardening, learn about nature photography and much more. It's all about nature and it's all at our Environmental Center," he added.
Events scheduled for August are as follows:
"Little Explorers Summer Nature Program" is a child-caregiver class that uses stories, walks and crafts to develop an awareness and appreciation for science and nature for the child as well as the caregiver. Each session, a different nature or science topic is covered. Space is limited. Cost is $6 per child per session (additional material fees may apply). Advance registration and payment is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Little Explorers Nature Program is scheduled as follows:
Ages: 2½ to 3½ years
Dates: Mondays, August 2 & 16
Times: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Ages: 3 ½ to 5 years
Dates: Mondays, August 9 & 23
Times: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Summer Camp" for children in pre-kindergarten to fourth grade is being offered at the Essex County Environmental Center. Enjoy exploring and discovering habitats for insects, birds, amphibians, the Passaic River, Native Lenape living and much more. Sign up for one or two weeks per grade range. Space is limited. Advance registration is required. For information, call the Environmental Center at 973-228-8776. Scholarships are available for families in need through the Bill Brach Scholarship Fund. For details about scholarships, contact the New Jersey Audubon at 973-226-6082. Cost varies; call for details. Summer Camp will be held as follows:
Dates and Times: Grades 3 and 4, August 2 to 13, 1 to 5 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"4-H Young Gardeners Club" is for children in grades 1-8. Have you ever wondered how vegetables and flowers grow? Where spaghetti sauce comes from? How you can find a rainbow in a garden? Join the 4-H Young Gardener's Club to find the answers to these questions and many more. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-3785. 4-H Young Gardeners Club will be held as follows:
Date: Tuesdays, August 3, 17, 24, 31, 2010
Time: 10 a.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
Garibaldi Hall
621A Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"4-H Family Financial 411" is for families with children ages 8 and up. Now more than ever, young people need to learn how to manage their money. As a family, learn how to handle allowances, budget together, save, and use credit – just in time for the new school year. Meet in Garibaldi Hall. Cost is $10 per family. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-353-1338. 4-H Family Financial 411 is scheduled as follows:
Date: Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Time: 4 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
Garibaldi Hall
621A Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Green Thumb Club - Gardening for Health and Nutrition" is for children ages 7 to 12. Participants will learn how to garden for optimal plant growth, production and food quality and gardening methods that keep the soil and land healthy. Each class provides self-contained concepts, so you may choose individual sessions or join us for all classes. This program is part of a six-month series which provides a complete health and nutrition program for young gardeners. Cost is $8 per child per session (includes a $2 materials fee). Advance registration and payment is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Green Thumb Club will be held as follows:
Date: Wednesdays, August 4 & 18, 2010
Time: 3:45 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Summer Yoga Class" will introduce adult beginners to the many joys of yoga. Gain strength and flexibility as you imagine what it would be like to stand strong like a mountain, balanced and rooted like a tree, or as playful as a dog or a cat. Discover why so many yoga poses are named after the things we see in nature. Great for beginners, but all levels are welcome. Dress comfortably and bring your own mat. Cost is $8 per class. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Summer Yoga Class will be held as follows:
Date: Fridays, August 6 & 13, 2010
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Baking with Herbs" is a family-themed class that will be led by Master Gardener Fran Kroeckel. This hands-on demonstration will send participants home with a tasty treat. Meet in Garibaldi Hall. Cost is $6 per child and $8 per adult. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Baking with Herbs is scheduled as follows:
Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010
Time: 10 a.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
Garibaldi Hall
621A Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"4-H Get Moving, Get Healthy Family Fun" is an interactive program designed to help families make healthy eating and physical activity part of their daily life. The program includes three major focus areas – understanding MyPyramid, identifying portion sizes, and learning easy ways to exercise together. Meet in Garibaldi Hall. Cost is $15 per family. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-353-1338. 4-H Get Moving, Get Healthy Family Fun will be held as follows:
Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Time: 4 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
Garibaldi Hall
621A Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Twilight Hike" is open to all ages. Discover what lives in the woods around the Environmental Center after the sun goes down. Hikers will make their own insect repellant and then wander in the wooded wetland to look for 'whoooo' might be awake. Cost is $6 per child and $8 per adult. Advanced registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Twilight Hike will be held as follows:
Date: Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Time: 7 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Birding Hike in Essex County Brookdale Park" is presented by the New Jersey Audubon Society. Tour the Rose Garden and a search for late summer birds and perhaps hummingbirds. Meet in the Grandstand parking lot near the playground. This hike is free. Space is limited. Contact Kelly Wenzel at 973-226-6082 for more information and to register. Birding Hike is scheduled as follows:
Date: Thursday, August 12, 2010
Time: 9 a.m.
Place: Essex County Brookdale Park
Grove Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Bellevue Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ
"Hands-On Composting" is geared for adults. Take "going green" to a whole new level and learn how to compost. In this hands-on workshop with Rutgers Cooperative Research and Extension, learn the basics of home composting. Cost is $8 per adult. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Hands-On Composting will be held as follows:
Date: Saturday, August 14, 2010
Time: 10 a.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"4-H Powerpoint Panache" is for children ages 8 and up. Join 4-H for this back to school program where students can polish their PowerPoint presentation skills and learn about the power of font, sound and color. Insert pictures and live internet links. Cost is $10 per person. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-353-1338. 4-H Powerpoint Panache will be held as follows:
Date: Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Time: 4 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Birding Hike in Essex County South Mountain Reservation" is presented by the New Jersey Audubon Society. In just a few weeks, discover how the forest changes. Hikers will look for early migrants and late breeders while walking through the reservation. Meet in the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo parking lot. Space is limited. Cost is $6 for NJAS members and $8 for non-members. Contact Kelly Wenzel at 973-226-6082 for more information and to register. Birding Hike is scheduled as follows:
Date: Saturday, August 21, 2010
Time: 8 a.m.
Meeting Site: Essex County Turtle Back Zoo
560 Northfield Avenue
West Orange, NJ
"Pebble Pets" is for families with children ages 4 and up. Participants will create their own pet rock, a great alternative for anyone who wants a special friend but does not have the space or time to take care of one. Cost is $6 per child and $8 per adult. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Pebble Pets will be held as follows:
Date: Saturday, August 21, 2010
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"New Jersey Woodturners" is presented by the New Jersey Woodturners Association. Discover the wonders of creating art from found pieces of wood, wood species, and turning tips and techniques. Topics vary month to month; call the Environmental Center for details. Cost is $8 per adult and free for NJWA members. New Jersey Woodturners will be held as follows:
Date: Monday, August 23, 2010
Time: 7 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
Garibaldi Hall
621A Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
"Preparing for Next Year's Green Lawn" will be led by the Rutgers Master Gardeners. Participants will receive the latest information on how to take advantage of fall and prepare their lawn for the long winter. Cost is $8 per adult. Advance registration is required. For information, call 973-228-8776. Preparing for Next Year's Green Lawn will be held as follows:
Date: Monday, August 23, 2010
Time: 7 p.m.
Place: Essex County Environmental Center
621B Eagle Rock Avenue
Roseland, NJ
The deadline to enter the "2010 Essex County Nature Photography Contest" is Wednesday, September 15th. This contest is designed to highlight the best of what the Essex County Parks System offers residents. Anyone with a camera is invited and encouraged to submit photos that capture a part of their visit to the County park system. For rules and regulations, please contact the Essex County Environmental Center at 973-228-8776.
Registration is required for all programs at the Essex County Environmental Center, unless otherwise noted. For more information or to register, please call 973-228-8776.
The Essex County Park System was created in 1895 and is the first county park system established in the United States. The Park System consists of more than 6,000 acres and has 20 parks, five reservations, an environmental center, a zoo, ice skating rink, roller skating rink, three public golf courses, golf driving range, three off-leash dog facilities, a castle and the Presby Memorial Iris Gardens.
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