Calendar of Events
C alendar FEBRUARY 2010 of Events Monday, February 1 Discussion Course: Voluntary Simplicity Schiff Nature Preserve and the local Community Green organization have teamed up to sponsor the Northwest Earth Institute's Voluntary Simplicity discussion course. The goals for the program are to understand the meaning of voluntary simplicity, to explore the material and psychological distractions that prevent us from caring for the earth, to acknowledge the connection between our lifestyle choices and the condition of the earth. Runs every Monday, through March 1st. 7-8:30pm, Schiff Natural Lands Trust, 339 Pleasant Valley Rd., Mendham. Call 973-543-6004 or email Hope Coppinger at hope@ schiffnaturepreserve.org for more information. Bring your 1st to 3rd grader over to the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum to let them display their artistic talent. The first week involves decoratinga wooden bird house that can be taken home to hang outside, and the second week involves using brushes, straws, sponges and whatever to create prints, cards or frameable pictures. Also runs on February 8. 3:30-4:45pm, Cora Hartshorn Arboretum Stone House, 324 Forest Dr. South, Short Hills. 973-376-3587. One-Day Nature Program On Saturday, February 6, come to the Mayo Center for the Performing Arts in Morristown to experience this acrobatic extravaganza. Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Open to the community. Mondays. 1-2pm, Springfield YMCA, 100 S. Springfield Ave., Springfield. Call 973-467-0838 or visit www.summitareaymca.org for more information. 24th International Juried Show This renowned and highly acclaimed annual juried exhibition draws many entrants from around the world, whose work reflects every art medium. This year, the Art Center received approximately 2,000 entries, representing the mediums of painting, drawing, ceramics, watercolor, pastels, and more. 139 works were accepted into the show. Runs through March 19. Visual Arts Center of New Jersey, 68 Elm St., Summit. 908-273-9121. The Spirit of Thomas Nast: His Life and Legacy Pre- Groundhog Day Celebration The exhibit features the museum's pair of rarely seen 8×12 foot grand caricaturamas. This series of thirty-three panels featured satiric depictions of pivotal events in American history. There are only eight panels known to still exist; this exhibit is featuring two of them. Objects, photographs, and documents from Nast's life, house and family will accompany the images. The exhibit is open through February. Macculloch Hall, 45 Macculloch Ave., Morristown. 973-538-2404. StrollerFit-Exercise This unique program offers stay-at-home moms a way to take care of themselves through fitness with their baby. Mondays through Thursdays, 9:30-10:30am, Parsippany PAL, 33 Baldwin Rd., Parsippany. 973-983-1961. Winter Bingo Come to the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts to celebrate Groundhog Day with a series of groundhog themed activities. Appropriate for children 2-6 years old. Advanced registration recommended. 4-5pm, Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison. 973-377-2982 ext. 12. Current Issues Discussion Group Men's Basketball Open to the community. Ages 18 and up. Runs Monday through Friday. Noon-1:15pm, Springfield YMCA, 100 S. Springfield Ave., Springfield. Call 973-467-0838 or visit www.summitareaymca.org for more information. This weekly forum, open to all adults, meets throughout the year to discuss issues in the news. Participants select discussion topics and take turns preparing material for distribution and leading the discussion. New members are welcome. Bernards Township Library, 32 South Maple Ave., Basking Ridge. 908-766-0503. Family program. Free. Advance sign-up is required. 4:15pm, Bernardsville Public Library, 1 Anderson Hill Road, Bernardsville. 908-766-0118. Winter Wonder Walkabouts for Preschoolers and Kindergartners Scrabble Nights Bring a friend or meet new opponents. 7pm, Springfield Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield. 973-376-4930. Winter is full of wonders. Join the walkabout for more stories, songs, activities, and outdoor exploring. Bring a snack for after class or during story time. Runs through March on Mondays and Wednesdays. 9:45am, Schiff Nature Preserve, 339 Pleasant Valley Rd., Mendham. 973-543-6004. (continued on page 16) indicates family/child friendly event. Events and dates subject to change. Vicinity Media Group is not responsible for changes. Interior and Exterior Paint Colors This Valentine's Day, give her the key to your heart! ® A r c h i t e c t u ra l Color Consulting Call Your Color Source Studios, Inc to select colors for your home that you will be proud of! 67 south orange ave., south orange 973.913.1100 www.robynrossdesigns.com tues-sat 10-5:30 • thur 10-8 closed sun & mon Diamond Key pendants 14 K yellow, white or pink $600-$800 yourcolorsource.com 973.509.2304 February 2010 VicinityMagazine.com 15
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