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Creative Hands Club: Upcycled Holiday Light Bouquets
Nature Center of Cape May 1600 Delaware Avenue, Cape May, NJ, United StatesJoin West Cape May artist Carla Schaeffer in creating whimsical holiday light bouquets. We'll turn trash into treasure and use vintage lights and accessories to create one of a kind holiday decoration. All supplies will be provided, but if you have a favorite vase in holiday colors, or a favorite vintage vessel of your choice (flour sifter, small watering can, special bottle, etc) feel free to bring it along! WHERE: At the Nature Center of Cape May, 1600 Delaware Avenue, Cape May, NJ. WHEN: November 13th, 2024 6:00 PM to 8:000 PM COST $25/person (member rate) $30/person (non-member rate) Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member Today! CANCELLATION POLICY: 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
NJ Audubon Annual Canoe Brook Reservoir Bird Count
Canoe Brook Reservoir JFK Parkway, Short Hills, NJ, United StatesThis RESTRICTED ACCESS site is a hot spot for wintering waterfowl. Join us in our annual bird count for NJ American Water. NJ Audubon has been granted access to New Jersey American Water Canoe Brook Reservoir, one of the best places in Essex County for wintering waterfowl. We may catch a glimpse of hawks and perhaps a Bald Eagle. NJ American Water has been collecting our annual count data for almost 20 years! Be a part of conservation. COST: $20 members, $25 nonmembers. 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
NJ Audubon: Fall Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesLed 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
New Jersey Audubon – Artist’s Reception and Exhibit Opening
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesThe 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
NJ Audubon: Needle Felted Ornament
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesLed 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
NJ Audubon: Easy Native Plant Propagation
Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesLed by Stephanie Punnett, Program Director Start some native plant seeds and make a pollinator home for your garden. Residential landscapes are becoming increasingly important for the survival of native pollinators and other wildlife and can be home for both humans and wildlife. In this workshop we’ll show you how to create a wildlife garden and a simple way to start native plants from seed. You can make up to five mini-greenhouses from repurposed materials and plant your choice of over twenty species of native plant seeds. Since our last year's workshop, we've a few more species of native plants to the seed collection. As a bonus, make a pollinator home for native bees from recycled materials for your backyard. All materials provided. One person per ticket. Ticket sale ends 1/02 at 4:00 PM. COST: $22 members, $28 nonmembers. 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
NJ Audubon: Trees in Winter
Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesLed by Dorothy Smullen, Teacher/Naturalist Do you want a different nature challenge? Learn to identify trees in winter without the help of leaves! Join Dorothy to study trees in winter without the help of leaves. Registrants will be studying twigs and their differences in order to identify the unknown tree. After an indoor session, we will walk the trails to see bark patterns. One person per ticket. Ticket sale ends 1/10 at 4:00 PM. COST: $12 members, $15 nonmembers. 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
Nature Book Club
Oakland Public Library Municipal Plaza 2, Oakland, NJ, United StatesJoin Lorrimer Sanctuary for our book discussions on all thing's nature. COST: FREE MEETING LOCATION: Oakland Public Library - 2 Municipal Plaza, Oakland, NJ 07436 CLICK THE FOLLOWING FACEBOOK LINK TO JOIN THE DISCUSSION: Nature Book Club - Facebook
NJ Audubon: Nature, The Treasures Around Us, Above Us, Below Us
Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesLed by Laura DePrado, CEO, B.S., HTR, Final Touch Plantscaping, LLC Experience the wonders of nature through an accessible outdoor treasure hunt to bring nature indoors. Captivate the senses. Let your senses guide you in a highly interactive, fun 90-minute program for all ages and abilities guided by Laura. Nearby nature has much to offer during the winter months. Learn how to nurture nature as nature nurtures you. Engage your senses. Express, create hands-on projects for take-away. Choose your expression through Aromatherapy (make a sachet to take home), rock painting, seed Mandala art, arrange nature in a jar, paint a tree trunk cutting and much more. Green thumbs and knowledge of gardening and plants are not required. There is something for everyone. All materials included. Feel free to bring your camera, tablet, binoculars. T icket sale ends on 2/4 at 4:00 PM. COST: $35 members, $42 nonmembers. 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
NJ Audubon: Count the Birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesJoin us in our Welcome Center and learn about the Great Backyard Bird Count and count the birds at our feeders with us. Join Dorothy Smullen, Teacher Naturalist, to count the birds at the bird feeding station in front of the Welcome Center/Nature Store and report our results. Learn how to count birds in your own backyard for this world-wide citizen science program established in 1998 by National Audubon Society and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Stop in any time, we will meet in the Scherman Hoffman Nature store. Loaner binoculars will be available. Reserve your spot! Registration required at Eventbrite by 4:00 PM 2/15. One person per ticket. Limit 8. COST: Free for members, $5 nonmembers. 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