Essex County Environmental Center Fall 2014 Public Programs
Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., Essex County Executive And The Board of Chosen Freeholders Present
HATFIELD SWAMP HIKES
HATFIELD SWAMP HIKES BY ARRANGEMENT Led by Michael Mazur
For adults. The Essex County Environmental Center (ECEC) is pleased to offer hiking tours in the Hatfield Swamp, led by Michael Mazur, local outdoor enthusiast and West Essex Park Conservancy Member/Essex County Trailkeeper. These hikes are “seasonal adventures” that highlight the local ecology of Essex County West Essex Park and the surrounding area. Hikes are scheduled upon request and will run for two or more people. For more information or to schedule a hike, please contact Mike at mazurma@aol.com or call the Essex County Environmental Center at 973.228.8776. FREE
LOOKING AHEAD
GINGERBREAD HOUSE MAKING WORKSHOP
- Saturday, December 6; 11am to 1pm
ON SITE REGISTRATION AND CREATION OF YOUR GINGERBREAD HOME OR HABITAT! Have you been too busy to pre-register for our contest? Maybe you don’t know where to begin! Stop by the Essex County Environmental Center and our resourceful staff will get you started on your own unique creation. All gingerbread projects must be completed by 1pm to be considered for the contest. Some materials will be provided, however, you are encouraged to bring your own items. This is the last day to register for the contest. FREE
10th ANNUAL SUSTAINABLE HOMES GINGERBREAD CONTEST & EXHIBIT
All entries must be registered by Saturday, December 6; submitted by Monday, December 8
Create a unique gingerbread house with natural accents and green building design features! Sustainable Gingerbread Homes will be on display from December 10 through December 19. Prizes will be awarded in various categories. Call the Environmental Center at 973.228.8776 to register or for more information.
GREEN GIFT MAKING WORKSHOP
- Saturday, December 13; 12 noon to 1:30pm
For children ages 6 through 10. Give Green this holiday season by crafting and giving sustainable and alternative gifts! Join our class to make something special for your loved ones. Advance registration is required; call 973.228.8776. Fee: $7 per child
LITTLE EXPLORERS WINTER CAMP
- December 29, 30 & 31
For children in kindergarten to 3rd grade. Camp sessions are available for Forest Explorers for children in Kindergarten to 1st grade from 9:30am to 12:30pm and Wildlife Adventurers for children in 2nd to 3rd grade from 1:30pm to 4:30pm. For more information, call 973.228.8776. Fee: $80 per child for all three days OR $30 per child per day
FINE ART EXHIBITS ON DISPLAY
The Essex County Environmental Center supports the arts! Artists in any medium are welcome to display their nature-themed work at the Center throughout the year. Exhibits change on a monthly basis. If interested, call 973.228.8776.
OCTOBER
ESSEX COUNTY NATURE PHOTO CONTEST ON DISPLAY
October 4th through October 31st
By Various Contest Winners
ANNOUNCEMENTS
WOODTURNING
The NJ Woodturners Association would like to diversify its membership and gain more participation from women and children. The Association has half a dozen very talented female members, but is encouraging women and children to come to the meetings and learn about the wonderful world of woodturning. The Woodturners meet on the fourth Monday of every month from 7pm to 9:30pm in Garibaldi Hall. Contact Gualberto Malave at 908-310-3557 for more information.
GARDENING
Do you have garden related questions? Contact the Rutgers Essex County Master Gardeners FREE helpline service! Helpline hours are Monday through Friday from 10am to 2pm. Call 973.228.2210 or e-mail mastergardenerec@gmail.com
To register or to inquire about Essex County Environmental Center programs, please call us at 973.228.8776. To register or for more information about programs sponsored by our partner agencies, please refer to the contact list below and reach out to the agency directly. Thank you!
ESSEX COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER PARTNER AGENCIES
New Jersey Audubon (NJA) – Kelly Wenzel 908.766.5787
Essex County Beekeepers Society (ECBS) – Joe Lelinho 973.403.8662
West Essex Park Conservancy (WEPC) – Ron Pate 973.669.8030
Rutgers Master Gardeners of Essex County (MGEC) – Jan Zientek 973.228.3179
New Jersey Woodturners Association (NJWA) – Gualberto Malave 908.310.3557
Essex County 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H) – Marissa Blodnick 973.353.1338, Ext. 104
The Essex County Environmental Center is located at 621-B Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland in Essex County West Essex Park and is a facility of the Essex County Park System. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Essex County West Essex Park is open to the public every day from dawn until dusk. Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted. For more information, please call 973-228-8776