We are very excited to announce our Paint It Forward Silent Auction! Click the link below to bid on two incredible items.https://PIFNJA.givesmart.com Stephen Taylor, Bernardsville Portraitist has donated two fine art portrait sittings for our event!https://www.stportrait.com/ The Family Portrait Experience with a 14-inch Art PieceThe Legacy Portrait Couple 55+ years and Hotel Stay Experience at Bernard's Inn "As an Artist, Stephen’s talent is capturing the love and emotion in each subject and portraying these feelings in a perfectly crafted piece of fine art. Creating your personal masterpiece is a special experience intended to become your most cherished possession. Stephen believes relationships drive the imagery, and so it is his role to capture the perfect mood and tone. Stephen consistently hears from clients of the joy they receive daily from their family portrait and of their appreciation for this special investment that grows in sentimental value over time." This auction will close at our Paint It Forward event on November 12th at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary in Bernardsville! Bidders need not be present or registered for the event to win! Click here to register for eventhttps://www.facebook.com/events/434597676306574

A bright red cardinal looks striking against a soft pastel background. We are Painting It Forward! All guests who attend this session are painting with an extra dose of heart and soul. When you buy a seat in this class, you're helping to support your community. ❤ FUNdraising proceeds for this very special event are going to New Jersey Audubon. *Please note, the host of this event may be able to view names & emails of all registrants of this event.* COST: $48 per person (Local discounts or daily deals cannot be applied for this event) CANCELLATION POLICY: All sales are final. If you need to reschedule, you must notify us VIA EMAIL by 8PM the night before your scheduled class and you will receive a transfer credit valid for 60 days. Transfer credits CANNOT be extended. To cancel & receive the credit, please EMAIL us at [email protected]. If you no-show for a class (no matter the type of sickness or emergency) or email us AFTER 8PM the night before your session, you forfeit your reservation payment and will not receive a credit. Seats are transferable to others, but please notify us via email with the name change. NO SPECIAL EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE and all phone calls/emails received after the cancellation deadline will simply be redirected to this policy. PLEASE NOTE: Fundraisers and Specialty classes (Project Pet, Wooden Board classes, DIY Classes, Charcuterie Sessions, Mobile Events, etc.) have individualized cancellation policies; please see those details on the individual event pages. REGISTER HERE

Led by Dorothy Smullen, Teacher/Naturalist Create a fall centerpiece with a mini pumpkin and assorted natural materials. We’ll have on hand small succulents, moss, and other natural materials to decorate the pumpkin. The succulents will last up to a month. All materials supplied, pumpkins vary in size. Registration required. Ticket sale ends 11/15 at 4:00 PM. COST: $15 per pumpkin Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future. REGISTER HERE

The public is invited to meet artist Guy D'Alessandro at a free artist’s reception of “Nature Through the Eyes of An Artist” on December 8 from 2pm to 4pm. Light refreshments will be served. The Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary will present “Nature Through the Eyes of An Artist”, from November 17, 2024 through January 26, 2025 at its Wayrick Gallery at 11Hardscrabble Road in Bernardsville. Guy D'Alessandro lives with his wife, 3 kids and dog in Northwest NJ. Art is how Guy expresses himself. He captures special moments on canvas and his subjects are given a voice. With a focus on contrast and movement, each piece is truly unique. Since 1997, Guy has been showcasing his art, and now some of his incredible images are available on guydalessandro.com and as cards through Greeting Card Universe. Visit https://www.greetingcarduniverse.com/gdsartcards to see for yourself! Admission to “Nature Through the Eyes of An Artist” is FREE and open to the public Wednesdays - Sundays. All paintings are available for purchase. A portion of proceeds are donated to the NJ Audubon. Cost: FREE Location: Scherman Hoffman Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd. in Bernardsville. REGISTER HERE  

Led by Dorothy Smullen, Teacher/Naturalist Create your own ornament for the holidays using aspects of needle felting which uses hooked needles to firm soft wool into harder designs. Make a gnome, bauble, or bird for your home or give it as a gift. All materials are supplied. Registration required. Ticket sale ends 12/13 at 4:00 PM. COST: $20 members; $25 non-members Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future. REGISTER HERE