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Event Series One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

NJ, United States

When Randle Patrick McMurphy gets transferred for evaluation from a prison farm to a mental institution, he assumes it will be a less restrictive environment. But the martinet Nurse Ratched runs the psychiatric ward with an iron fist, keeping her patients cowed through abuse, medication and sessions of electroconvulsive therapy. The battle of wills between the rebellious McMurphy and the inflexible Ratched soon affects all the ward's patients. Directed by: Dan Vissers

Candle Making Workshop

NJ, United States

6- 7 PM : A candle making workshop will be held by Hasper and Co. Each attendee will make 2- 8 ounce candles of their own. 7-8 PM: The Rebecca collection will hold open shopping while attendees wait for their candles to set. All attendees will receive a 10% discount on all purchases made during this time at the rebecca Collection.

Event Series Learning the Birds by Song Series

Learning the Birds by Song Series

NJ, United States

Led by Randy Little, Associate Naturalist For beginners and those with some experience, this birding-by-song series will improve your bird identification skills. More often than not, birds are heard before they are seen (if seen at all!) Learning their songs will add another dimension to your birdwatching. Randy Little is a former NJA board member and long-time NJA volunteer. Randy learned birding as a youngster under the wings of the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology’s founders and is a master at recording bird songs for the Cornell Lab. This series will begin Thursday March 2 and continue every Thursday evening until April 6.  March 2 & 9 classes will cover the winter resident birds, March 16 & 23 classes will cover the early migrant birds, and March 30 & April 6 classes will cover the summer resident birds.  After the end of the series participants may join Randy for a free, outdoor, “practical hands-on” Learning the Birds by Song walk at the Sanctuary. COST PER CLASS: $10 members, $15 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This class will be held in-person at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary.

Event Series Hobbstown: Past, Present, Future

Hobbstown: Past, Present, Future

NJ, United States

Public Exhibit – Fri, Mar 31 – Sun, Apr 2 (Fri 11am – 8pm, Sat 10am – 8pm, Sun 11am – 5pm); Bridgewater Commons, Community HUB (Main Level next to Verizon Wireless) The Hobbs Family Union, in partnership with Bridgewater Commons, present Hobbstown: Past, Present, Future, a historical and cultural exhibit celebrating the centennial and future of one of the most unique and historical African American communities in Bridgewater Township, New Jersey. Free and open to the public, the exhibit will feature a vast collection of historical items, heirlooms, photographs, and videos collected by the Hobbs Family over generations, as well as interactive family activities and a glimpse into the future of Hobbstown. The weekend’s special events to include: Sat, Apr 1, 4pm - Panel Talk with Bennie Macklin, Radio Host WIMG AM 1300 to discuss emerging ideas, observations, and questions on the role that cultural heritage and its preservation can and should play in the growth of our communities. Sun, Apr 2, 10:30am – Honor and Praise Service hosted by Macedonia Baptist Church The Hobbs Family Union. Inc. was organized in 2017 to research, preserve, and edify the history of Hobbstown, Bridgewater, New Jersey. Their mission is to record

Terrarium Building

NJ, United States

“The Earth without Art is just…. Eh.” Become your own artist, using plants as your media, during this workshop! You will learn what plants best suit your needs (depending on the setting, lighting, water requirements, etc.) and how to arrange them in interesting and artistic ways. Fist you will see examples of terrarium and planter styles. Then, you can decide if you want to create your own! Our staff will provide guidance as you build your masterpiece! We have a variety of plant options from our greenhouse collection, Pottery and terrariums to choose from, and plenty of accessories to add the finishing touch. Building a terrarium is the perfect way to introduce nature into your home by providing a little ecosystem designed for your plants, whether they be ferns or succulents. You are welcome to work on one terrarium as a group or family. This Event is great for all ages! Cost per person is $5 for the informational workshop. If you would like to stay and build your own terrarium, prices will vary depending on plants and containers chosen.

Event Series One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

NJ, United States

When Randle Patrick McMurphy gets transferred for evaluation from a prison farm to a mental institution, he assumes it will be a less restrictive environment. But the martinet Nurse Ratched runs the psychiatric ward with an iron fist, keeping her patients cowed through abuse, medication and sessions of electroconvulsive therapy. The battle of wills between the rebellious McMurphy and the inflexible Ratched soon affects all the ward's patients. Directed by: Dan Vissers

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