Free Historical Walking Tour of the AT&T “Pole Farm”
Lawrence & Hopewell Townships, Mercer County
by Lawrence Historical Society ( http://www.thelhs.org/ ) Saturday, October 23, 11a.m.
This is a free event but pre-registration is required. To register, visit http://bit.ly/d4NMyu.
This is expected to be 1-2 hours, 1.75 mile.
The 800-acre "Pole Farm" section of Mercer County Park Northwest began the 20th century as farmland, but then was converted by AT&T into what
was for several decades the world's largest shortwave transmitting station, with more than 2,000 poles supporting antennas carrying phone
calls to cities around the world. However, by the close of the century it had reverted to open parkland set aside for passive recreation, one
of the few major 20th century industrial sites in New Jersey to have vanished almost completely. Join Lawrence Township Historian Dennis
Waters for a walking tour to learn about this important story in the history of communications and to visit several locations where traces
of the past can still be seen.
About the walk: We will meet at the "pole" near the Federal City Road entrance to the park at 11:00 a.m. sharp and walk to the parking area
near the Keefe Road entrance. This will be a leisurely 1.75-mile walk on well-maintained trails over generally flat terrain, though you
should be prepared for possible wet or muddy spots and there is one small stream crossing. We may wander a short distance off the trail
once or twice. Plan on two hours, but longer if you need to walk the 1.75 miles back to your car. If you do not want to walk back, you are
encouraged to carpool and leave a car at each end. Please note that there are no restroom facilities at the park.
The rain date is Sunday, October 24th, same time.
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Sunday, October 10, 2010
Walking Tour of the AT&T “Pole Farm”: 10/23/2010
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
METC: Educator Hours!
METC Educator Workshop in Madison, NJ
Thursday, October 21st 4 PM - 6 PM
The Museum will host a workshop for educators, which will provide teachers with two hours of Continuing Education Units and will feature crafts and history-based lesson ideas for the classroom. Advanced registration required, call 973-377-2982 x12. $10 Admission, fee waived for the first 10 who book an educational program.
Educators are requested to RSVP; however, drop-ins are permitted on a first-come-first-served basis.
RSVP to Meg Wastie, Education Coordinator,
at (973) 377-2982, ext. 12 or by email to schools@metc.org.
Thursday, October 21st 4 PM - 6 PM
The Museum will host a workshop for educators, which will provide teachers with two hours of Continuing Education Units and will feature crafts and history-based lesson ideas for the classroom. Advanced registration required, call 973-377-2982 x12. $10 Admission, fee waived for the first 10 who book an educational program.
Educators are requested to RSVP; however, drop-ins are permitted on a first-come-first-served basis.
RSVP to Meg Wastie, Education Coordinator,
at (973) 377-2982, ext. 12 or by email to schools@metc.org.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Industrial Metal Crafts Day : Aug 7th, Chester
at Cooper Mill, Chester, NJ
Sunday, August 7th, 1 - 4 PM
Enjoy demonstrations of industrial metal crafts by blacksmith Kevin Perry, tinsmith George Pierson, and tin piercing with Frank and Anita Mai. Visitors will find out how these skills were important to the colonial people. Those who attend can make a tin-pierced ornament to take home. Donations are greatly appreciated.
For more information please call: Cooper Gristmill - 908-879-5463
The 1826 Cooper Gristmill provides a glimpse into the rich heritage of Milltown. In the late 19th century, the town thrived; the restored and operational gristmill is one of the few survivors of that era. The gristmill is open to the general public May through October when guided tours of the mill as well as a variety of educational programs and demonstrations are offered. From April through June and from September to mid-November, the mill is available for pre-scheduled school tours.
Sunday, August 7th, 1 - 4 PM
Enjoy demonstrations of industrial metal crafts by blacksmith Kevin Perry, tinsmith George Pierson, and tin piercing with Frank and Anita Mai. Visitors will find out how these skills were important to the colonial people. Those who attend can make a tin-pierced ornament to take home. Donations are greatly appreciated.
For more information please call: Cooper Gristmill - 908-879-5463
The 1826 Cooper Gristmill provides a glimpse into the rich heritage of Milltown. In the late 19th century, the town thrived; the restored and operational gristmill is one of the few survivors of that era. The gristmill is open to the general public May through October when guided tours of the mill as well as a variety of educational programs and demonstrations are offered. From April through June and from September to mid-November, the mill is available for pre-scheduled school tours.
Monday, March 22, 2010
cSPLASH: April 17th
Have a student who can do high school math &/or science?
Courant Splash is a one-day festival of classes in the mathematical and computer sciences, designed and taught by enthusiastic graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, and others associated with the Courant Institute. cSplash is an opportunity to get your feet wet in subjects completely new to you. During the program, you can attend as many talks as you want on topics in pure math, applied math, computer science, and related fields. The program is free and is open to all students in grades 9-12 (or with equivalent mathematical background) with an interest in mathematical and computer sciences. Spaces are limited and are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis so please register early to guarantee a spot.
cSplash at New York University in New York, NY: April 17, 2010
http://www.cims.nyu.edu/~csplash/index.php
Courant Splash is a one-day festival of classes in the mathematical and computer sciences, designed and taught by enthusiastic graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, and others associated with the Courant Institute. cSplash is an opportunity to get your feet wet in subjects completely new to you. During the program, you can attend as many talks as you want on topics in pure math, applied math, computer science, and related fields. The program is free and is open to all students in grades 9-12 (or with equivalent mathematical background) with an interest in mathematical and computer sciences. Spaces are limited and are allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis so please register early to guarantee a spot.
cSplash at New York University in New York, NY: April 17, 2010
http://www.cims.nyu.edu/~csplash/index.php
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
new Educator courses 2009-10
Teacher Training with the Morris County Park Commission
Educators from all facets of teaching can gain experience and knowledge of the natural world and learn how to teach about it in their classrooms, after-school programs, scout programs and conservation projects! The Morris County Park Commission is offering a variety of courses at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center in Chatham Twp. and at
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area in Montville Twp. Participants will earn 6 Professional Development Credits for each workshop. All workshops run from 9 a.m.—3 p.m. and costs $30 (includes curriculum guide and a continental breakfast).
Bring a bag lunch and dress appropriately as
all workshops will have outdoor components.
Project WILD
This award winning environmental education program has been used by over 1,000,000 educators worldwide to develop students’ understanding of wildlife, natural resources, and the environment. Through firsthand interaction with the natural world, interdisciplinary connections, and hands-on learning, students learn to value wildlife, make informed decisions and take positive steps to help the environment. Appropriate for grade levels K—12.
Sat, October 17 @ Great Swamp OEC
Wed, February 24 @ Pyramid Mountain NHA (Winter Focus)
Project Learning Tree
Project Learning Tree isn’t just about trees! This award-winning environmental education program includes 96
interdisciplinary lessons on a wide range of topics including: energy and resources, animals and plants, water, soil, native cultures, population, pollution, transportation, recycling, land use, composting, and much more! Through cooperative
learning and critical thinking, teachers and students gain an awareness and knowledge of the natural world and use the outdoors as their classroom. Appropriate for grade levels K—8.
Tues, October 27 @ Great Swamp OEC
Tues, March 16 @ Pyramid Mountain NHA
(Spring Focus)
Aquatic WILD
The waters of the earth, in some form, are within walking distance from anywhere on the planet. The Project WILD Aquatic curriculum serves as an invitation to explore and understand the fascinating world of water and the aquatic habitats it supports. Through these interdisciplinary activities, students will learn that water is one of the basic components of habitat for people and wildlife and that aquatic species and ecosystems give humans early and clear warning about the quality of the water environment upon which we all depend. Appropriate for grade levels K—12.
Thurs, October 29 @ Pyramid Mountain NHA
Flying WILD
This new and exciting program introduces students to bird conservation through classroom activities and school-wide bird festivals. This collection of interdisciplinary activities will enrich your science curriculum and engage students in real-world learning using one of the most readily viewed forms of wildlife: migratory birds.
Appropriate for grade levels K—8.
Fri, November 20 @ Pyramid Mountain NHA
Project WET
Understanding and valuing our water resources is crucial for all of today’s students. This comprehensive set of nearly 100 interactive lessons examines water’s properties, quantity and quality issues, water conservation, aquatic wildlife and
ecosystems, and more through a variety of innovative, interdisciplinary activities.
Appropriate for grade levels K—12.
Fri, January 22 @ Great Swamp OEC
Thurs, April 22 @ Pyramid Mountain NHA
Population Connection
This unique curriculum teaches students about the impacts our growing population have on our planet and explores how we can balance Earth’s people, resources, and environment By combining math, science, social studies and environmental
education, these lessons are powerful educational tools to help children better understand their world and their impact on it.
Appropriate for grade levels K—8.
Wed, February 3 @ Great Swamp OEC
Wonders of Wetlands
WOW! provides a resourceful and creative collection of wetland activities, information, and ideas. Participants will receive over 50 hands-on multidisciplinary activities, background information on wetlands, ideas for student action plans, and a wetlands resource guide. Appropriate for grade levels K—12.
Wed, March 24 @ Great Swamp OEC
Exploring Environmental Issues:
Municipal Solid Waste
Through curriculum, students begin to understand waste management issues and options. The module uses hands-on
experiences to show the interrelationships among waste generation, natural resource use, and disposal. The activities guide students through waste management strategies and solutions while providing the necessary tools to make informed decisions and choices on waste management issues. Appropriate for grade levels 6—12.
Tues, May 4 @ Great Swamp OEC
Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center
247 Southern Blvd.
Chatham, NJ 07928
973-635-6629
Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area
472A Boonton Ave.
Boonton, NJ 07005
973-334-3130
REGISTRATION FORM
Name: ____________________________
Address: ______________________________________________________________
Phone: ______________________________ Email: _____________________________
Workshop/date: _______________________ Grades taught: ______________________
School: ______________________________ School Address & Phone #: ________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________
Cut out and mail registration form, with check made out to MCPC, to the site where the
workshop is being offered.
If anyone needs directions we can always send them out to them via email or over the phone when they call to register.
Jennifer Brine
Office Administrator and
Volunteer Coordinator
Great Swamp OEC & Pyramid Mountain NHA
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
(Mostly) Theatre in 2009-10
Planning schedules? how about organizing a trip? Committing to a trip now? These theatre schedules are already online:
Morris Museum (town) & Papermill Theatre (town), traditionally have "on school time" shows but I have not seen their schedules yet. And you may want to mark your calendar now to look for the March "theatre week" that has all kinds of special shows & pricing. Some of those fill up very fast.
Last year State Theatre's "Mayhem Poets" & Mayo's "Mathemagic" & "CSI live" and everything at Shakespeare Thretre got the best reviews. "Everyone" is also impressed by the Holocaust survivor discussions at Morris Museum in the spring. I also recommend visiting a sculpture garden - Storm King has some free days. For longer programs I highly recommend "Big Dog's" Archaeology Digs, many local Nature Center programs & the "Lost Arts Camp" in New ENgland, and Colonial Williamsburgh's Homeschool Week.
Here are some more ideas: (should also be on the "field trip" list):
- Shakespeare Theatre (Madison)
- Community Theatre (Morristown; Mathemagic, CSI Live, etc.)
- NJ Theatre Alliance(around the state)
- State Theatre (New Brunswick; 2009-10 season includes: Mayhem Poets, The Nutcracker, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Harold and the Purple Crayon, The Grapes of Wrath, Room on the Broom, African Children’s Choir™, and Tom Chapin & Friends and many others. )
Morris Museum (town) & Papermill Theatre (town), traditionally have "on school time" shows but I have not seen their schedules yet. And you may want to mark your calendar now to look for the March "theatre week" that has all kinds of special shows & pricing. Some of those fill up very fast.
Last year State Theatre's "Mayhem Poets" & Mayo's "Mathemagic" & "CSI live" and everything at Shakespeare Thretre got the best reviews. "Everyone" is also impressed by the Holocaust survivor discussions at Morris Museum in the spring. I also recommend visiting a sculpture garden - Storm King has some free days. For longer programs I highly recommend "Big Dog's" Archaeology Digs, many local Nature Center programs & the "Lost Arts Camp" in New ENgland, and Colonial Williamsburgh's Homeschool Week.
Here are some more ideas: (should also be on the "field trip" list):
- Rennaissance Fairs - in PA & NY (Tuxedo Junction, NY. Weekends only through September. They no longer offer their "school days" in May.)
- Poe Evermore
- in NYC:
- Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center, NYC. Happy Concerts for Young People.
- New Victory Theatre (although the adult: child ratio may make it harder for homeschoolers to attend?)
Monday, August 31, 2009
Mayo Theatre "on school time" 2009-10
Mayo Community Theatre (Morristown) 2009-2010 EVENTS
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: CSI: Live and Mathemagic (plus more: from Baseball's Jackie Robinson to Dancing Dinosaurs to Classic Shakespeare)
MANY SHOWS SELL OUT EARLY. This is an easy HS field trip to run. Special School Pricing: 1 FREE ticket for every 15 purchased. Click here to download an order form
Mad Science Presents CSI: Live - Cool science!
Monday, January 25, 2010 at 10 am & 12:15 pm - Grades 3-8 - $8/ticket
Click here for study guide
The Last, The Very Last...Butterfly - Holocaust remembrance
Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at 10 am & 12:15 pm - Grades 4 & up - $7/ticket
Click here for study guide
Most Valuable Player - The Jackie Robinson Story
Monday, March 22, 2010 at 10 am & 12:15 pm - Grades 4 and up - $7/ticket
Click here for study guide
Mathemagic - Math made fun!
Tuesday-Wednesday, March 23-24, 2010 at 10 am & 12:15 pm - $8/ticket
March 23: Grades K-3; March 24: Grades 4-7
Click here for study guide
Mammoth Follies - Featuring amazing dinosaurs
Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 10 am & 12:15 pm - Grades K-4 - $6/ticket
Click here for study guide
Julius Caesar - Shakespeare's historic tragedy
Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 10 am - Grades 9-12 - $10/ticket
Click here for study guide
Lord of the Flies - William Golding's classic novel
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 at 10 am - Grades 7-12 - $10/ticket
Order by phone - (973) 539-0345, ext. 6517
- All performances meet NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards
- Study Guides Available for all show
The Community Theatre at Mayo Center for the Performing Arts
100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
www.mayoarts.org
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Organized - Midsummer Night's Dream - March 12, 2009
Shakespeare Theatre, Madison, $12/seat
60 minute show at 12: 30 pm with an optional 15 minute post-performance discussion
Meet at 12:15 & leave enough time to walk over from parking
Study Guides: Their current Study Guide or older Synopsis and Study Guide, download Mayo Community Theatre study guide or click here to see it online,or the Papermill Theatre's Study Guide from their 2005-2006 season production.
Age is not important to me; you know your own child. If your child is interested and their behavior can meet the expectations for at least a 3rd grader then consider attending.
Money due to me: January 14, 2009
Email and I will confirm the number of seats and give you my address so that you can send a check. You will also get my cell phone number in case it is needed on the day of the event. Money will only be refunded if the show is canceled and the money is refunded.
What is the best way for me to contact you in the case of a late cancellation?
60 minute show at 12: 30 pm with an optional 15 minute post-performance discussion
Meet at 12:15 & leave enough time to walk over from parking
Study Guides: Their current Study Guide or older Synopsis and Study Guide, download Mayo Community Theatre study guide or click here to see it online,
Age is not important to me; you know your own child. If your child is interested and their behavior can meet the expectations for at least a 3rd grader then consider attending.
Money due to me: January 14, 2009
Email and I will confirm the number of seats and give you my address so that you can send a check. You will also get my cell phone number in case it is needed on the day of the event. Money will only be refunded if the show is canceled and the money is refunded.
What is the best way for me to contact you in the case of a late cancellation?
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
9th Annual AIA Archaeology Fair
The 9th Annual AIA Archaeology Fair!
When: Saturday, January 10, 2009 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Admission: FREE!
Experience the excitement of archaeological discovery with your family!
Write in ancient languages, make a Roman mosaic or an Inca khipu, and be a medieval knight! Archaeologists, museum educators, and historical societies will lead hands-on activities and present exciting demonstrations of ancient technologies. Talk to experts about archaeology, history, and cultural heritage. The Archaeology Fair is fun for all generations, and is very kid-friendly!
Teachers and home-schoolers: this is a great opportunity to collect ideas for classroom projects.
Presenters include:
Bucks County Community College
Dickinson College
Dig and Calliope Magazines
Franklin Pierce University
Milwaukee Public Museum
Museum of Science, Boston
Penn Museum
Penn State University
Pennsylvania Archaeological Council
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology
St. Louis Community College
Yale University
Archaeological Institute of America…and many others!
The Archaeology Fair is part of the 110th Annual Meeting of the Archaeological Institute of America—the oldest and largest archaeological organization in North America.
When: Saturday, January 10, 2009 from 10:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, 1200 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA
Admission: FREE!
Experience the excitement of archaeological discovery with your family!
Write in ancient languages, make a Roman mosaic or an Inca khipu, and be a medieval knight! Archaeologists, museum educators, and historical societies will lead hands-on activities and present exciting demonstrations of ancient technologies. Talk to experts about archaeology, history, and cultural heritage. The Archaeology Fair is fun for all generations, and is very kid-friendly!
Teachers and home-schoolers: this is a great opportunity to collect ideas for classroom projects.
Presenters include:
Bucks County Community College
Dickinson College
Dig and Calliope Magazines
Franklin Pierce University
Milwaukee Public Museum
Museum of Science, Boston
Penn Museum
Penn State University
Pennsylvania Archaeological Council
Philadelphia Museum of Art
Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology
St. Louis Community College
Yale University
Archaeological Institute of America…and many others!
The Archaeology Fair is part of the 110th Annual Meeting of the Archaeological Institute of America—the oldest and largest archaeological organization in North America.
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Organizing "CSI Live": 3/16/2009
Mad Science: CSI Live, Monday, March 16, 10 a.m.
Mayo (Community) Theatre, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ, $8/seat.
Plan to be there by 9:45 a.m. Be sure to leave enough time for parking.
Program Length: 60 minutes.
Recommended for Students in Grades: 4 - 9.
Take an exciting, interactive journey through the fascinating world of crime scene investigations as an audience of recruits is enlisted to help CSI investigators solve a crime by analyzing mysterious gases, launching experimental projectiles, firing lasers across the scene of the crime, and using superior logic and forensic know-how to uncover hidden details!
Study Guide available.
The show is recommended for 4 - 9th graders. I assume that you know your child best and can determine whether or not they would be interested and whether they can behave in a way that is appropriate for at least a 4th grader.
Money due to me: January 14, 2009
RSVP to lady@wubison for my address. You will be confirmed when I have your check.
You will also get my cell phone number in case it is needed on the day of the event. What is the best way for me to contact you in the case of a late cancellation? Money will only be refunded if the show is canceled and the money is refunded.
Mayo (Community) Theatre, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ, $8/seat.
Plan to be there by 9:45 a.m. Be sure to leave enough time for parking.
Program Length: 60 minutes.
Recommended for Students in Grades: 4 - 9.
Take an exciting, interactive journey through the fascinating world of crime scene investigations as an audience of recruits is enlisted to help CSI investigators solve a crime by analyzing mysterious gases, launching experimental projectiles, firing lasers across the scene of the crime, and using superior logic and forensic know-how to uncover hidden details!
Study Guide available.
The show is recommended for 4 - 9th graders. I assume that you know your child best and can determine whether or not they would be interested and whether they can behave in a way that is appropriate for at least a 4th grader.
Money due to me: January 14, 2009
RSVP to lady@wubison for my address. You will be confirmed when I have your check.
You will also get my cell phone number in case it is needed on the day of the event. What is the best way for me to contact you in the case of a late cancellation? Money will only be refunded if the show is canceled and the money is refunded.
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Winter Curriculum - Greece
At least two groups in the area are working on Ancient Green with professional archaeologist turned educator, "Big Dog" Geof Purcell. Both will have their Dig weeks in the spring.
Premier season of his winter curriculum is 3 days for $60/child and $100/family. Payment due November 7th.
email the site host so we'll have names, but please mail your checks straight to The Archaeological Perspective.
Tewksbury group: Tuesdays.
Craft day: Jan. 6, 2:30 - 4:30
Game day: March 31st, time tbd
Museum field trip (the MET): December 2nd, 2008
Bushkill group: Classes on Thursdays -- perhaps at the Stroudsburg Library or in Bushkill.
Craft day: Jan. 8th, ~12 - 2 pm (talk to the hostess for times)
Game day: March 26th, ~12 - 2 pm (talk to the hostess for times)
Museum field trip (the MET): December 4th, 2008
Those who wish to participate should send the appropriate amount in a cheque (made payable to "TAP") to: G. Purcell, The Archaeological Perspective, PO Box 38161, Albany, NY 12203-8161. This payment should arrive by November 7, 2008.
Please call or write if you have any questions about the curriculum, framework, content or the Spring digs. Deposits go straight to Geof at The Archaeological Perspective -- but please let the site host know when you do.
Tewksbury site coordinator/host: Mary Ann < maryann.orourke@gmail.com >
SocialStudiesforkids.com's Ancient Greece
Activityvillage.co.uk: Ancient Greece for kids
PBS on The Greeks
http://www.historyforkids.org/
Premier season of his winter curriculum is 3 days for $60/child and $100/family. Payment due November 7th.
email the site host so we'll have names, but please mail your checks straight to The Archaeological Perspective.
Tewksbury group: Tuesdays.
Craft day: Jan. 6, 2:30 - 4:30
Game day: March 31st, time tbd
Museum field trip (the MET): December 2nd, 2008
Bushkill group: Classes on Thursdays -- perhaps at the Stroudsburg Library or in Bushkill.
Craft day: Jan. 8th, ~12 - 2 pm (talk to the hostess for times)
Game day: March 26th, ~12 - 2 pm (talk to the hostess for times)
Museum field trip (the MET): December 4th, 2008
Those who wish to participate should send the appropriate amount in a cheque (made payable to "TAP") to: G. Purcell, The Archaeological Perspective, PO Box 38161, Albany, NY 12203-8161. This payment should arrive by November 7, 2008.
Please call or write if you have any questions about the curriculum, framework, content or the Spring digs. Deposits go straight to Geof at The Archaeological Perspective -- but please let the site host know when you do.
Tewksbury site coordinator/host: Mary Ann < maryann.orourke@
Bushkill site coordinator/
These may help you in teaching Ancient Greece:
http://ancienthistory.mrdonn.org/AncientGreece.html
http://cybersleuth-kids.com/sleuth/History/Ancient_Civilizations/Greece/index.htm
Ancient Greek Cities
Ancient Greek Civilizations
Mr. Dowling's Cradel of Western Civilization
Greek Alphabet
Greek Mythology
Greek Pottery
Encyclopedia of Greek Mythology
Map of Ancient Greece
GreekCulture: Greek Mythology
Mythology of the Constellations
Warhorse Simulations: Historical Commentary on the Peloponnesian War
Ancient GREECE: SPARTA
The Statue of Zeus at Olympia
Colossus of Rhodes
Ancient Greesk: storyforkids.org/learn/greeks/
Suggested for 8th grade & up (but adaptable):
Archaeological institute of American Lesson Plans include:
Lesson Plans: Ancient Cultures includes Greek Vase Painting Project, Costume, Feast & Cargo:
Greek Vase Painting Project
A Greco-Roman Feast: Dining and Reclining
Cargoes from Three Continents: Ancient Mediterranean Trade in Modern Archaeology
SocialStudiesforkids.com's Ancient Greece
Activityvillage.co.uk: Ancient Greece for kids
PBS on The Greeks
http://www.historyforkids.org/
Homework Links: Ancient/Greece
For Older Students:
http://library.thinkquest.org/10805/greece.html
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Organized "ILIAD", 11/18/08
Payment was due in August. If you come the same day, maybe we'll see you?
Iliad, Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 10:30am, at the State Theatre, New Brunswick,
$12/seat.
10:30 curtain. Plan to be at the lobby by 10:10.
Admission: Lobby doors open one hour prior to the announced time of each performance. Theater doors open at least 15 minutes prior to curtain. Latecomers are seated at the discretion of the management.
Iliad, presented by Aquila Theatre Company.
Program Length: 90 minutes.
Recommended For Students in Grades: 6-12,
Described by The New York Times as “a performance of staggering power,” Aquila Theatre Company’s staging of Homer’s Iliad creates a “stunning, stirring, and memorable” theatrical experience. The action-packed production tells the essential parts of Homer’s Trojan War epic through superb acting, dynamic movement, and original music. Inspired by Stanley Lombardo’s acclaimed English translation, the production transposes the visual setting to World War II to emphasize the timeless relevance of “the greatest story ever told.”
If there is a study guide, it is not expected until 1 month before the performance.
Those who paid will have seats confirmed. I have not worked with the State Theatre before & I have no idea whether they will let me "add on" later.
Iliad, Tuesday, November 18, 2008, 10:30am, at the State Theatre, New Brunswick,
$12/seat.
10:30 curtain. Plan to be at the lobby by 10:10.
Admission: Lobby doors open one hour prior to the announced time of each performance. Theater doors open at least 15 minutes prior to curtain. Latecomers are seated at the discretion of the management.
Iliad, presented by Aquila Theatre Company.
Program Length: 90 minutes.
Recommended For Students in Grades: 6-12,
Described by The New York Times as “a performance of staggering power,” Aquila Theatre Company’s staging of Homer’s Iliad creates a “stunning, stirring, and memorable” theatrical experience. The action-packed production tells the essential parts of Homer’s Trojan War epic through superb acting, dynamic movement, and original music. Inspired by Stanley Lombardo’s acclaimed English translation, the production transposes the visual setting to World War II to emphasize the timeless relevance of “the greatest story ever told.”
If there is a study guide, it is not expected until 1 month before the performance.
Those who paid will have seats confirmed. I have not worked with the State Theatre before & I have no idea whether they will let me "add on" later.
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Did the Dig - West Africa, October 2008
Up to 24 lucky students will be digging in Tewksbury, NJ with Archaeological Perspectives October 14 - 17, 2008 and learning about Western African Culture (along the Niger River in Mali). They will "do adult stuff in a kid way" with professional archaeologist turned educator "Big Dog" Purcell starting at 10 a.m. each day. 6 & 7 year olds stop at 1 p.m., but older campers stay until ~4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Everyone should plan to stay for a potluck(?) lunch on Friday when we all see their museum exhibits and go home around 2/2:30?.
Visit his website to read more about Camp Activities. Note: The homeschool camps are Tuesday to Friday, with digging on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and an exhibit and themed pot-luck on Friday. For my comments on a previous experience with him, see Do the Dig: Middle Kingdom China.
Registration is ~$170 for full day and $120 for half day. Non-refundable deposits of $25 deposits per child are being accepted for Tweksbury. For that dig signup form and more details, see the TALENT website (Tewksbury Area League for Encouraging and Nurturing Talent).
Expect a post to appear about Mali food & potluck ideas - closer to the dates.
Visit his website to read more about Camp Activities. Note: The homeschool camps are Tuesday to Friday, with digging on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and an exhibit and themed pot-luck on Friday. For my comments on a previous experience with him, see Do the Dig: Middle Kingdom China.
Registration is ~$170 for full day and $120 for half day. Non-refundable deposits of $25 deposits per child are being accepted for Tweksbury. For that dig signup form and more details, see the TALENT website (Tewksbury Area League for Encouraging and Nurturing Talent).
Expect a post to appear about Mali food & potluck ideas - closer to the dates.
Monday, June 23, 2008
Did the Dig - West Africa
Be part of the up to 24 lucky NJ & PA students digging in Bushkill, PA
with "Big Dog" of Archaeological Perspectives
June 23 - 26, 2008
learning about a piece of Africa.
They'll be doing adult stuff in a kid way with a professional archaeologist turned educator from 9 am each day. 6 & 7 year olds can stop at noon, but older campers stay until ~2 pm Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday.
Visit his website to read more about Camp Activities. Note: The homeschool camps are Tuesday to Friday, with digging on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and an exhibit and themed pot-luck on Friday. For my comments on a previous experience with him, see Do the Dig: Middle Kingdom China.
I expect it will be about $170 for full day and $120 for half day. Deposits were collected in the fall, the remainder is now DUE to Heather (email runnin43@ptd.net).
with "Big Dog" of Archaeological Perspectives
June 23 - 26, 2008
learning about a piece of Africa.
They'll be doing adult stuff in a kid way with a professional archaeologist turned educator from 9 am each day. 6 & 7 year olds can stop at noon, but older campers stay until ~2 pm Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday.
Visit his website to read more about Camp Activities. Note: The homeschool camps are Tuesday to Friday, with digging on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and an exhibit and themed pot-luck on Friday. For my comments on a previous experience with him, see Do the Dig: Middle Kingdom China.
I expect it will be about $170 for full day and $120 for half day. Deposits were collected in the fall, the remainder is now DUE to Heather (email runnin43@ptd.net).
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Did the Dig - Mayans
Up to 24 lucky students will be digging in Tweksbury, NJ with Archaeological Perspectives May 20 - 24, 2008 and learning about the Mayans. They'll be doing adult stuff in a kid way with professional archaeologist turned educator "Big Dog" Purcell from 9 am each day. 6 & 7 year olds can stop at noon, but older campers stay until ~2 pm Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday.
Visit his website to read more about Camp Activities. Note: The homeschool camps are Tuesday to Friday, with digging on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and an exhibit and themed pot-luck on Friday. For my comments on a previous experience with him, see Do the Dig: Middle Kingdom China.
We're starting to collect Maya resources and think about what Maya food might be for that Friday potluck!
I expect it will be about $170 for full day and $120 for half day. Non-refundable deposits of $25 deposits per child are being accepted for Tweksbury. For that dig signup form and more details on the Mayans in Tewksbury.
Visit his website to read more about Camp Activities. Note: The homeschool camps are Tuesday to Friday, with digging on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday and an exhibit and themed pot-luck on Friday. For my comments on a previous experience with him, see Do the Dig: Middle Kingdom China.
We're starting to collect Maya resources and think about what Maya food might be for that Friday potluck!
I expect it will be about $170 for full day and $120 for half day. Non-refundable deposits of $25 deposits per child are being accepted for Tweksbury. For that dig signup form and more details on the Mayans in Tewksbury.
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Great Backyard Bird Count 2008
The Great Backyard Bird Count starts Saturday the 16th and ends on Tuesday the 19th. Join Lorna & friends and check out those birds at the feeder. It is a great thing to do and they have a nice web site. You can print off certificates for your family when they have participated-
http://www.birdsource.org/gbbc/
"The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird watchers to experts. It takes as little as 15 minutes. " GBBC is a joint project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society.
January 2007 was the warmest on record, did that impact the distribution of birds in 2008?
"The Great Backyard Bird Count is an annual four-day event that engages bird watchers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are across the continent. Anyone can participate, from beginning bird watchers to experts. It takes as little as 15 minutes. " GBBC is a joint project of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and National Audubon Society.
January 2007 was the warmest on record, did that impact the distribution of birds in 2008?
Friday, February 1, 2008
Kean "school time" shows for high schoolers
Kean University in Union County offers "on school time" shows for November & December 2007, January & February 2008, mostly at their Wilkins Theatre. $8 per seat, discount for groups of 10 or more. Contact their group sales office (908) 737-4351for reservations. Click for directions to campus.
Their schedule includes shows for high schoolers:
Show - Othello by William Shakespeare, November 16, 2007 at 10 a.m., $8 per seat. University Center Little Theatre, Kean University, Union, NJ, Grades 9-12. Group sales office (908) 737-4351
Their schedule includes shows for high schoolers:
Show - Othello by William Shakespeare, November 16, 2007 at 10 a.m., $8 per seat. University Center Little Theatre, Kean University, Union, NJ, Grades 9-12. Group sales office (908) 737-4351
Show - Humbug, December 18 and 19, 2007 at 10 a.m. Wilkins Theatre, $8 per seat. University Center Little Theatre, Kean University, Union, NJ, Group sales office (908) 737-4351. Grades 7-12
Show - Kean Dance Theatre, February 1, 2008 at 11 a.m., Wilkins Theatre, $8 per seat. University Center Little Theatre, Kean University, Union, NJ, Group sales office (908) 737-4351. Grades 7-12
For further information and to make reservations, call Kean Stage at 908-737 4350 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you want to organize something and need a place to list it, let me know. These shows should also be listed in the Field Trip List.Sunday, January 13, 2008
25 Morris County Hikes
Top 25 Walks in Morris County - the 2008 list from the Daily Record seems to no longer be available online
Link was: http://www.dailyrecord.com/25walks/hike_index.htm#Top
Link was: http://www.dailyrecord.com/25walks/hike_index.htm#Top
Sunday, December 2, 2007
Artist to Artist Contest - postmark by December 28, 2007
To enter Penguin's Artist to Artist Contest ("Contest"), submit a self portrait on an 8-1/2in. x 11in. sheet of paper, using any medium you choose. Winners may be displayed at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art! in Amherst, MA.
Not sure if they really mean to exclude homeschoolers - as they say "Entries may only be submitted through a school, library or bookstore that is located in the continental United States." To be eligible, all entries must be postmarked by December 28, 2007 and received by January 4, 2008. The art will not be returned.
Entries must be mailed to School & Library Marketing / Penguin Young Readers Group., 345 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014, ATTN: Artist to Artist. Limit one entry per person.
Click for all the details.
Not sure if they really mean to exclude homeschoolers - as they say "Entries may only be submitted through a school, library or bookstore that is located in the continental United States." To be eligible, all entries must be postmarked by December 28, 2007 and received by January 4, 2008. The art will not be returned.
Entries must be mailed to School & Library Marketing / Penguin Young Readers Group., 345 Hudson Street, New York, NY 10014, ATTN: Artist to Artist. Limit one entry per person.
Click for all the details.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
George Washington Crosses the Delaware
at Washington Crossing, PA
12/9/2007 - dress rehearsal, The event/village activities will occur from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, with the crossing time occurring around 1:00 pm. (2nd Sunday of December)
On Christmas day the crossing will occur around 1:00 pm. The Visitor Center opens around 11:00 am and will close at 3:00 pm. The village
houses are not open on this day as all activity will occur at the river. (Christmas Day)
Washington Crossing Historic Park is generally open Tuesday-Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm & Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 pm. (Hours and tour availability are subject to change without notice.)
Tickets: $5.00 per adult, $4.00 Seniors/AAA, $2.00 ages 6-17, under 6 is free. (Special event fees and school children group fees may vary.) Bring your valid adult ticket from another site within the Pennsylvania Historic and Museum Commission and receive a $1.00 off your admission at Washington Crossing Historic Park.
Guided tours of the McKonkey Ferry Inn section and the Thompson-Neely section occur everyday but Monday and select holidays/special events. Tours begin on the hour at 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, and 4:00. During winter months, tours may conclude earlier in the day due to low light levels in the historic structures.
A tour of the McKonkey Ferry Inn section is approximately one hour in length. Allow 30 minutes to tour the Thompson-Neely House. The Thompson-Neely grist mill is open seasonally for tours. Allow additional time to tour the grist mill.
See, Washington Crossing, Annual Crossing Visit for more details or go here for directions.
Other 2007 Events at Washington Crossing included: -
Cooking for our First President - Sat., February 17, 2007, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and Sun., February 18, 2007, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.
His Majesty's Troops - Sat. and Sun. March 10 and 11, 2007, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Musket firing & drilling; Posting of the guard; Preparing their kits for the march; Open-hearth cooking; and Period field music.
(Annual) Colonial Days for groups (esp. for 3-5th graders) - Colonial Days take place Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from late March through early November. The group must have an arrival time between 9:30 and 10:00 am and must be able to stay at least 2½ to 3½ hours.
(Annual) Colonial Days for groups (esp. for 3-5th graders) - Colonial Days take place Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from late March through early November. The group must have an arrival time between 9:30 and 10:00 am and must be able to stay at least 2½ to 3½ hours.
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