Historic Happenings Blog

Teen girls, ages 14-18, prepare for their futures in the Alice Paul Professional Leadership Institute Session 1: June 25-28 (College Visits Only) Session 2: July 9-12 (College & Workplace Visits) Session 3: July 16-19 (College & Workplace Visits) 9 AM - 5 PM -- $275/girl.  Scholarship funds are available.  This dynamic educational program includes: ·    Visits to college campuses and workplaces-Virtua, Lockheed Martin, Capehart & Scatchard, Novartis, Rutgers, Penn, TCNJ & more! ·    Workshops on the college application process, how to choose the right college, business etiquette, networking skills, and more. Networking practice sessions with professional women who work in a wide range of fields. Register here .

ABSECON LIGHTHOUSE PRESENTS: 1) “48 BLOCKS” KIDS KITE FLYING, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JUNE 23 &24 2) FREE YOGA SUMMER, beginning THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 6:30PM 3) FULL MOONRISE CLIMB, JUNE 28  Absecon Lighthouse will be kicking off summer with fun activities! Our 21 bed Community Garden is a stop of the acclaimed “48 Blocks” city-wide weekend-long celebration of artistic talents (for info call 833-700-AC48). Lighthouse Gardeners have chosen the SUN for inspiration, and kids will be treated to a sunny kite for flying on our manicured lawn. FREE YOGA instructed by Grace & Glory Studios will be held every Thursday this summer at 6:30pm, beginning June 28. Bring your own mat & a friend! Atlantic City has a stunning skyline at night, and to top it off, a full moon will float up from the ocean and join the magnificent lights of the city on Thursday evening, June 28th. If you'd like to see the only 360-deg...

Sunday, June 24  - Morristown, Morris County Upcycle Sunday: Newsprint Vase Get the most out of your things, just like in days of old. Upcycle newspapers into vases, and keep them out of the landfill. This program runs from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Admission: $ 5 per adult, $4 per senior, $3 per child age 4 - 16, FREE per child under age 4 . Historic Speedwell is located at 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown. For more information, call 973-285-6537 or visit  www.morrisparks.net .

Sunday, June 24 - Upper Freehold, Monmouth County Roots of Root Beer Health inducing tonic or sweet refreshment? Either way root beer has a history as long and varied as the many ingredients used to create its unique flavor. Drop-in on Sunday to sample our brew, see how many ingredients you can identify, and raise your glass to a bit of family-friendly history, enhanced by the fascinating history of entrepreneur Charles Hires and his wife Emma Waln. This event runs from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. While there, visit the large, elegant Walnford home built in 1774, the 19th-century gristmill and the farm buildings set in a beautiful landscape. Walnford is located at 62 Walnford Road, 08501. For more information, call 609-259-6275 or visit  www.monmouthcountyparks.com .

Sunday, June 24  - Waldwick, Bergen County Waldwick Signal Tower Open House The Erie Signal Tower in Waldwick will be open for tours on Sunday from 12:00 noon - 4:00 pm. The tower is located at 3 Bohnert Place, Waldwick, NJ. It can also be accessed via the Waldwick Museum of Local History via a pedestrian bridge over the railroad tracks and a short walk. For more information, visit  www.allaboardwaldwick.org .

Sunday, June 24 – Hunterdon County Agro-Industry Day, the best event with the worst name, is back this year  on Sunday June 24 th  from 12-4pm. The day will be full of hands-on activities including weaving, ice cream making and the opportunity to become an “apprentice” and learn various historic professions related to farming, milling and quarry work. There will be antique equipment on display and maybe even a few furry and feathery friends in attendance. 56 Main Street, Clinton; 908-735-4101 Monday, June 25-Friday, June 29 – Hunterdon County Registration is open for our  new, week-long Summer Programs.  Nature Week will be offered June 25 th -29 th  and History Week will be held both July 16 th -20 th  and August 13 th -17 th . The cost is $260 per session for Red Mill Members and $275 per session for the general public. Register on our website at http://www.theredmill.org/summercamp.html.

Saturday-Sunday, June 23-24 – Cape May County QUILT AND FIBER ARTS SHOW AT HISTORIC COLD SPRING VILLAGE, JUNE 23-24 Historic Cold Spring Village is featuring fiber arts at the  27th annual Cape May Quilt and Fiber Show, Saturday and Sunday, June 23-24 . Sponsored by Chris Clemans and Camaco Quilters Guild, the event will be held from 10am until 4:30pm both days and will feature Viewer’s Choice quilt show, speakers, demonstrations, and vendors. On Saturday, visitors may vote for their favorite quilts in the Welcome Center at the Viewer’s Choice Quilt Show or visit the Cold Spring Brewery to see the Patriotic Banner entries.  On Sunday continue to enjoy the display and see the winners.   At Marshallville Schoolhouse visit the  Old Glory Quilt Exhibit : curated by Mary Kerr. Sponsored by the Quilts of Valor Program. These quilts were debuted at the 2017 Quilts of Valor show and will continue to travel through the U.S.A as a collection for ...

Saturday, June 23 -  Morris Township, Morris County Farm Know-How: The Creamery On Saturday at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, f rom 2:00 - 2:45 pm, tour the Creamery at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm and discover how it was used for milk and butter processing. In the lower Barn, help the farmers brush the Jerseys cows, weigh the milk, and test its temperature. Admission: $6 for adults; $5 for seniors (65+); $4 for children ages 4 – 16; and $2for children ages 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2 and Friends members with a current membership card. Fosterfields Living Historical Farm is located at 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ. For more information, visit  www.morrisparks.net .

Saturday, June 23  - Morristown, Morris County Jersey Lightning: A Story of Booze, Apples, and Local Industry Long before New Jersey became known for its wineries, another alcoholic beverage was the King of the Garden State. Look back at the history of Apple Jack, also known as Jersey Lightning, and how its production was a major industry in NJ. This program runs from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Admission: $ 5 per adult, $4 per senior, $3 per child age 4 - 16, FREE per child under age 4 . Historic Speedwell is located at 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown. For more information, call 973-285-6537 or visit  www.morrisparks.net .

Saturday, June 23 – Morris County Bill McKelvey will speak to the Washington Twp Historical Society about " Rails Along the Morris Canal in Western NJ.” Bill will show vintage views of the canal and the rail/trolley lines along it. William J. “Captain Bill” McKelvey is the chairman of the Liberty Historic Railway, Inv.  www.LHRy.org . His interests and accomplishments: New Jersey Transportation Historian - Author- Publisher- Bookseller- Lecturer – Canal Study Tour Leader, Artifact/Equipment Preservation-Philanthropist 6 Fairview Ave, Long Valley, NJ 07853

Saturday, June 23 - Holmdel, Monmouth County Felting Demonstration & 19th Century Woodworking Demonstration O n Saturday, visit Historic Longstreet Farm in Holmdel to learn the process of felting wool that can be used in garments.  Visit the farm and see how they used 19th-century woodworking tools. These free events run from 1:00 - 3:00 pm.  Historic Longstreet Farm is located at 44 Longstreet Road, Holmdel, NJ. For more information, call 732-946-3758 or visit  www.monmouthcountyparks.com .

Saturday, June 23 – Cumberland County Herb Day in Colonial Times  1 to 4 p.m.    Come to visit the new herb garden located on the grounds of the c. 1730 Gibbon House, located at 960 Ye Greate Street, Greenwich.   Journey back in time to discover why herbs were an essential part of everyday life in colonial times.     You will have the opportunity to engage all of your senses as you learn about  the culinary, medicinal, dyeing and general household uses of herbs by the colonists,  as well as sample modern ways we can still use herbs today. CUMBERLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Email:  cchistsoc@verizon.net     Website:  www.cchistsoc.org

Saturday, June 23 – Ocean County The Lacey Township Historical Society will host an Appraisal Fair  from 1:00 to 4:00 on June 23rd at the Old Schoolhouse Museum. The society is located at 126 South Main Street, Route 9 in Forked River, behind Mrs. Walker's ice cream.  Admission is $5.00 payable at the door, includes refreshments and one item to be appraised.  Additional items can be appraised at $5. per item by the owners of Legacies Old and New who are professional appraisers. So look through your house to see if you have any hidden treasures! Benefits to the museum. No reservations are required! Questions call 609-971-0467. 

June 23 – Mercer County The Trent House Celebrates Juneteenth   12 - 2 pm  The Trent House grounds will be the site of a Juneteenth, celebration,  commemorating the announcement of the Emancipation Proclamation in Texas, the last outpost of the Confederacy.     On the program is a presentation of the  history of Juneteenth, spirituals and Gospel music, reading of the Proclamation, and art activities for both children and adults.   This celebration of freedom is being hosted by the Sankofa Collaborative, whose members are the Grounds For Sculpture, the New Jersey Historical Society, the Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum, and the Trent House Museum.   Admission is FREE and a barbeque lunch will be available for purchase. Plenty of FREE parking.

Saturday, June 23 – Warren County SEE  GARDENS DRINK  WINE 3rd Annual  POHATCONG GARDEN TOUR Ride  the historic Bel-Del Railroad along the Delaware River Experience  beautiful gardens and historic properties Taste  Pohatcong wine   $65 per person includes transportation,  box lunch and wine!    Two times - 11am to 4:30pm and 12:30pm to 6pm Seating is limited so buy tickets today!    Visit our website for more information at  www.pohatconghistory.com   For tickets visit  www.warrencountywinerytrain.com or call 1-877-Train-Ride

Saturday, June 23 -- Mercer County Vintage Baseball Greenway Meadows Park FREE    Calling all baseball-lovers and history-buffs: the Historical Society of Princeton will present its annual 19th-century baseball game on Saturday, June 23, starting at 11:00 a.m. at Greenway Meadows Park, 275 Rosedale Road, Princeton. The event is free and open to all; spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets.    Part game, part show, part history lesson and ALL fun, the Flemington Neshanock and the Talbot Fairplays Base Ball Club of Maryland will play a competitive match of bare-handed baseball, wearing period uniforms and using rules from 1864 or 1873. The event will also include a short lesson on the history of the game and a recitation of “Casey at the Bat” by Brad “Brooklyn” Shaw.     This year marks the 9 th  year the Historical Society has sponsored this event. “It’s a fun event for the whole family,” sa...