Clinton Township Newsletter

1 4 s e p t e m b e r 2 0 2 4 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M Let's Try Trail Running! Introduction: Thursday, September 5, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Deer Path Park, Ages 14-Adult, Free. T u r k e y W i n g B r o o m Workshop: Friday, September 6, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, Route 12 Complex, Adults, $25. B a b y P l a y d a t e a t t h e Park: Friday, September 6, 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm, Echo Hill Park, Ages 0 - 23 months, Free M o t i v a t e d M o n d a y Workout: Monday, September 9, 9:00 am - 10:00 am, Deer Path Park, Adults, $8 Homeschooler's Hands- on Crafts, Bird's Nest Basket! Monday, September 9, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Route 12 Complex, Ages 6-17, $12. Hiking in Hunterdon! Monday, September 9, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, North Branch Library, Ages 8-Adult, Free. Senior Stroll: Wednesday, S e p t e m b e r 1 1 , 9:30 am - 11:00 am, Echo Hill, Adults, Free. Mammals of Hunterdon– Homeschool Nature Series: Wednesday, September 11, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Echo Hill, Ages 7 - 17, $8. M o r n i n g B i r d W a l k : T h u r s d a y , S e p t e m b e r 1 2 , 7:30 am - 9:00 am, Hoffman Park, Ages 12-Adult , Free. Let's Try Trail Running! T h u r s d a y , S e p t e m b e r 1 2 , 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm, Miquin Woods, Ages 14-Adult, Free. T r e e I d W a l k w i t h D e n n i s S k i l l m a n : T u e s d a y , S e p t e m b e r 1 7 , 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Hoffman Park, Adults, Free. Nature Club: Eight Tuesdays, S e p t e m b e r 1 7 - N o v e m b e r 12, Echo Hill Park or North Branch Library, $90. • PreK am, 3-6 years: 9:30 am - 10:45 am. Children w/ adult. • PreK pm, 3-6 years. 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm. Children w/ adult. • School Age 5-9 years. 4:00 pm - 5:15 pm. Drop off Adult Recreation Walk: Wednesday, September 18, 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Pine Hill (meet at Echo Hill) Adults, Free. Birds of Prey Webinar: Wednesday, September 18, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Ages 8 through Adult, Free. M o r n i n g B i r d W a l k : T h u r s d a y , S e p t e m b e r 1 9 , 7:30 am - 9:00 am, Arboretum, Ages 12-Adult , Free. Tour Two Manors and the NJ Botanical Gardens Van Trip: Thursday, September 19, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Park at Arboretum. Adults, $33 plus $20. Twilight Equinox Walk: S u n d a y , S e p t e m b e r 2 2 , 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Arboretum, Ages 4 - Adult, Free. M o t i v a t e d M o n d a y W o r k o u t : M o n d a y , S e p t e m b e r 2 3 , 9:00 am - 10:00 am, South County Park, Adults, $8. Tot Walks, Seeds! Echo Hill Park, Ages 2 - 3 years with adult, $10/session. (A)Wed, Sept. 25 at 9:30 am - 10:30 am (B) Thurs, Sept. 26 at 9:30 am - 10:30 am M o r n i n g B i r d W a l k : Thursday, September 26, 7:30 am - 9:00 am, Stanton Station, Ages 12-Adult , Free. Let's Try Trail Running! Thursday, September 26, 5 : 3 0 p m - 6 : 3 0 p m , P o i n t Mountain, Ages 14-Adult, Free. B a b y W a l k : F r i d a y , S e p t e m b e r 2 7 , 1 2 : 3 0 p m - 1 : 3 0 p m , A r b o r e t u m . A g e s 0 - 2 3 months, Free. I s l a n d B e a c h S t a t e P a r k B i r d T r i p : S a t u r d a y , S e p t e m b e r 2 8 , 7:00 am - 4:30 pm, Park at Echo Hill, Adults, $41. Turtleback Zoo Van Trip: Saturday, September 28, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Park at Echo Hill, Ages 8 - Adult, $45. Kids' Hike for Fun! Sunday, September 29, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm, Miquin Woods, Ages 5-Adult, Free F a l l H i k i n g W e e k : Monday - Friday, September 30 - October 4, 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Ages 15-Adult, $40. o u T d o o r F u n T h i s F a l l W i T h p a r k s a n d r e c r e a T i o n ! County Arboretum, 1020 Hwy 31, Lebanon, NJ 08833 | www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/parks.htm | email: parks@co.hunterdon.nj.us 908.782.1158 | Pre-registration required – no walk-ins! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Visit us online for details on these programs. Touch-A-Truck: Saturday, November 2, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm. Free for All Ages! All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. No registration required. "The parade that stands still" returns to Deer Path Park! "Hold the Horn," from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, a special hour of quiet; no horns, flashing lights, or sirens! Imagine dump trucks, fire trucks, ambulances, police cars, military jeeps, and lots more; over 25 vehicles all in one place, parked so kids of all ages can get a close-up look! You'll be able to examine these cool motorized machines at our Annual Touch-A-Truck. This event is free for all ages with something for everyone. Don't forget your camera! If you know of anyone who may be interested in joining our fleet of unique vehicles, please email: lfulmer@co.hunterdon.nj.us or call: 908.782.1158. Longwood Gardens Christmas Display B u s T r i p : M o n d a y , N o v e m b e r 2 5 , 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Ages: 13 - adult. All children must be accompanied by an adult who is also registered for the program. Cost: Ages 13-18: $63. Ages 19-64: $79. Ages 65+ $76. Registration closes October 28. L o n g w o o d i s o n e o f A m e r i c a ' s quintessential landscapes, with handcrafted feats of horticultural wonder, and an awe- inspiring collection of the most beautiful plants from around the globe. At Christmastime, horticulture artists use plants as their palette to create an extraordinary display with festive trees draped in delights, gardens of bold blooms, and so much more. Outside, more than 500,000 lights delight, as colorful fountains dance to holiday music, and surprises await at every turn. This is a self-guided walking tour. Rain or shine, this is an indoor and outdoor experience, please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the outdoors. N e w Y o r k C i t y B u s T r i p : S u n d a y , December 15, 8:30 am - 8:00 pm. Departs NYC at 6:00 pm. NYC Location: Bryant Park. All ages, but all children must be accompanied by an adult also registered for the program. Cost: $50. Join us for a coach bus trip into the winter wonderland of NYC! Experience the holiday season in historic Manhattan! On this Christmas expedition, you design your perfect day in the city and we will bring you there. You can spend your day at the world-famous Rockefeller Center ice rink or on a carriage ride through Central Park with your loved ones. You can shop at the historic New York City Macy's or go to the Broadway show of your choice; the options are endless! . . . a n d m a r k y o u r c a l e n d a r s F o r T h e s e F u n e v e n T s W i T h p a r k s a n d r e c r e a T i o n ! Location: Deer Path Park, 120 West Woodschurch Road, Flemington, NJ 08822

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