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Programs and events at RRA are made possible, in part, by support from Novartis; Lois Schneider Realtor; Bartlett Tree Experts; Hall's Garden Center & Florist; The Grand Summit Hotel; Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation; E.J. Grassmann Trust; Mary Reinhart Stackhouse Foundation; Summit Area Public Foundation; Hyde & Watson Foundation; Union Foundation; Kessler Foundation; Garden Clubs of America; Summit Garden Club; Junior League of Summit; NJ Historic Trust; and the NJ Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State, through a grant administered by the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, Department of Parks & Community Renewal.
Special thanks to our media sponsors including TapInto and Renna Media. Signature membership activities for 2018 are underwritten with generous support from Investors Bank.
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(for children ages 3 to 5 with an adult)
Wednesday, January 23 from 1
:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Explore the world of endangered species! This week's program focuses on Toucans! Registration is required.
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(for families with children ages 5 and up)
Saturday, January 26 from 2
:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Learn how to identify maple trees and help tap the trees for this winter's sap run! Registration is required.
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'The Shift' Movie Screening and Discussion
Sunday, January 27 from 2
:00 pm to 5:00 pm
This entertaining film, featuring Dr. Wayne Dyer and produced by Hay House, not only inspires but also teaches us how to create a life of meaning and purpose. Martha Beck Master Certified Coach, Deborah Munies, will facilitate the discussion, peppering it with her own inspiration and coaching tips. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Please click here for more information and to register.
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Kids Can Cook: Comfort Foods!
(for children ages 4 and up with an adult)
Wednesday, January 30 from 4
:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Chilly winter days and nights call for food that warms you up from the inside out. Grab your favorite adult and join us at the Arboretum, and together we'll prepare classic comfort foods with a twist. Registration is required.
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Nature of Glass: Terrariums
Part 1 Glassblowing (Saturday, February 2)
Part 2 Planting (Saturday, February 9)
(for adult & children ages 8 and up)
Take the first step to making your own unique terrarium at the Morris County School of Glass in Whippany on Saturday, February 2 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Learn to manipulate 2,100 degree molton glass into a glass vessel that will get transformed into a one-of-a-kind terrarium. Your handmade bowl will become home to your new indoor mini-greenhouse!
Head over to RRA the following weekend on February 9 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm to plant up your container. Select from a variety of succulents and cacti and other decorative items to create a unique masterpiece!
Registration is required. Please
click here
to register.
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(for children ages 3 and up with an adult)
Tuesday, February 5 from 1
:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Come celebrate the Chinese New Year as we create crafts and enjoy stories commemorating the Year of the Pig! Registration is required.
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Becoming You, An Evening of Reflection, Support and Inspiration
Wednesday, February 6 from 7
:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Join us for a special evening of community with other women gathering to talk about life, the path, choices, how we got here and where we want to go. Inspired by the book Becoming by Michelle Obama.
It is not necessary to read the book to enjoy the evening's discussion. Bringing a friend for additional support is always welcome!
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Save the Date! Maple Sugaring Fest!
Sunday, February 24 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Member registration begins February 15.
Non-Member registration begins March 1.
We have been busy planning for this summer and are happy to announce our camp offerings are up on the website!
Please click here to see all we have to offer and start planning for a spectacular summer at the Arboretum!
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Learn how climate change is impacting New Jersey!
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