Schiff Public Calendar

SNP registration

2012-02-03T13:19:39.000Z

When: Mon Feb 27, 2012 to Fri Mar 2, 2012

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Members (prior to February 1, 2012) can register for this year's popular Summer Nature Program for Kids starting this week! Please visit the SNP page on our web site for more details. Registration begins at 9 am!

Diary of a Pet Turkey Book Signing & Reading

2012-02-24T22:03:08.000Z

When: Sat Mar 24, 2012 11am to 12pm EDT

Who: Schiff Public Calendar
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Come meet the author and learn more about her unusual pet---a turkey! Book reading and signing by Diary of a Pet Turkey author, Joanne Ingis In this delightful tale, based on a true story, a suburban family adopts a wild turkey and raises it by hand. Joanne Ingis takes readers on an unbelievable journey, from the hatching of the egg, to the naming of the turkey, to its incorporation into the family's daily life. Young readers (ages 4-8) will love the story of a turkey being cared for rather than eaten at dinner.

SNP open registration

2012-02-03T13:21:59.000Z

When: Mon Mar 12, 2012

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: General registration for this year's Summer Nature Program begins today! New and current members alike may register their children. Please see the SNP page on our web site for more details.

Environmental Book Club

2011-10-14T15:34:52.000Z

When: Tue Mar 13, 2012 7pm to Tue Mar 13, 2012 9pm EDT

Who: Schiff Public Calendar
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: This month we will read Ecological Intelligence: How Knowing the Hidden Impacts of What We Buy Can Change Everything, Daniel Goleman

Lovin' Nature Valentines

2011-12-14T14:56:01.000Z

When: Tue Feb 7, 2012 4:15pm to 5:45pm EST

Where: Nature Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join us to put together some unique Valentines to share this year! Schiff will supply everything you need to create up to 20 one-of-a kind valentines, including heart-shaped leaves and cool recycled decorations. Space will be limited so sign up early! All ages, children under 6 with an adult. Cost: $10 per child. *This program is now full! Thanks for your interest. If you have any questions, please contact the Nature Center at 973-543-6004.

Maple Sugaring at Schiff

2012-01-24T18:41:24.000Z

When: Sun Mar 4, 2012 2pm to 4pm EST

Where: Schiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Our annual Maple Sugaring event will include tree tapping demonstrations, winter tree identification (so you can find those sugar maples!), storytelling for the kids, plus local maple syrup and treats for sale! Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Maple Sugaring at Schiff

2012-01-24T18:37:38.000Z

When: Sun Mar 4, 2012 10am to 12pm EST

Where: Schiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Our annual Maple Sugaring event will include tree tapping demonstrations, winter tree identification (so you can find those sugar maples!), storytelling for the kids, plus local maple syrup and treats for sale! Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Maple Sugaring at Schiff

2012-01-24T18:37:15.000Z

When: Sat Mar 3, 2012 2pm to 4pm EST

Where: Schiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Our annual Maple Sugaring event will include tree tapping demonstrations, winter tree identification (so you can find those sugar maples!), storytelling for the kids, plus local maple syrup and treats for sale! Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Maple Sugaring at Schiff

2012-01-04T01:18:38.000Z

When: Sat Mar 3, 2012 10am to 12pm EST

Where: Schiff
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Our annual Maple Sugaring event will include tree tapping demonstrations, winter tree identification (so you can find those sugar maples!), storytelling for the kids, plus local maple syrup and treats for sale! Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Full Moon Hike - Great Horned Owls

2011-12-14T14:28:27.000Z

When: Sat Feb 4, 2012 5pm to 6:30pm EST

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Brave the cold and join us on our night hike. Led by photographer and naturalist, Blaine Rothauser, you may be rewarded by hearing the call of the Great Horned Owl! These birds are the first to breed and are active in the winter. Please bring a headlamp or flashlight. $10 per person. Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Children's Vacation Program: Hibernation and Dens

2011-12-14T18:00:10.000Z

When: Mon Feb 20, 2012 9:15am to 12:15pm EST

Where: Nature Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join us for a day of activities and games as we learn about mammals at Schiff. We'll get some hands-on discussion of local mammals and how the survive the winter. Afterwards, we will head outside to discover different types of dens. Then we will challenge you to create your own cozy den to shelter your very own "animal." We will run an experiment to see if your "animal" survives when the temperature drops below freezing. Bring a snack and a water bottle. Ages 6-12. Cost: $15 Members; $20 Non-members. Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Children's Vacation Program: Hibernation and Dens

2011-12-14T18:32:55.000Z

When: Mon Feb 20, 2012 1pm to 4pm EST

Where: Nature Center
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join us for a day of activities and games as we learn about mammals at Schiff. We'll get some hands-on discussion of local mammals and how the survive the winter. Afterwards, we will head outside to discover different types of dens. Then we will challenge you to create your own cozy den to shelter your very own "animal." We will run an experiment to see if your "animal" survives when the temperature drops below freezing. Bring a snack and a water bottle. Ages 6-12. Cost: $15 Members; $20 Non-members. Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Book Club

2011-10-14T15:35:08.000Z

When: Tue Apr 24, 2012

Who: Schiff Public Calendar
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: "Wild New Jersey: Nature Adventures in the Garden State", David Wheeler

Book Club

2011-10-14T15:35:45.000Z

When: Tue Sep 11, 2012

Who: Schiff Public Calendar
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: "The View From Lazy Point", by Carl Safina

Book Club

2011-10-14T15:36:14.000Z

When: Tue Dec 11, 2012

Who: Schiff Public Calendar
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: "American Chestnut: The Life, Death and Rebirth of A Perfect Tree", by Susan Frienkel

Book Club

2011-10-14T15:35:59.000Z

When: Tue Oct 23, 2012

Who: Schiff Public Calendar
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: "When the Killing's Done", TC Boyle

Book Club

2011-10-14T15:35:22.000Z

When: Tue Jun 12, 2012

Who: Schiff Public Calendar
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: "Hot", by Mark Hertsgaard

Open Sky Yoga: Mixed Level

2011-12-09T16:47:54.000Z

Recurring Event
First start: 2012-01-24 09:30:00 EST
Duration: 5400
Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Open Sky Yoga: Creating Your Daily Practice Tired of the hustle and bustle? Want to take a breather? Then, ring in the New Year with calm, balance, and wellness Athena Palumbo brings you a gentle nature inspired indoor yoga class. Learn simple stretches that you can do daily. Strengthen your body by safely moving your spine in 6 directions. Deeply relax with breathwork, positive affirmations, and meditative visualizations, Back care emphasized. Be the change you've been looking for. Please arrive 5 minutes early, bring a yoga mat and 2 towels or blankets. Tuesdays, January 24th and 31st. Class: Mixed Level Cost: Per session: $15 Members; $18 Non-Members. Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space by the Friday before the class.

Annual Member's Meeting

2012-01-24T18:05:13.000Z

When: Sun May 6, 2012

Event Status: confirmed

Schiff's Great Backyard Bird Count

2012-01-26T13:31:19.000Z

When: Sat Feb 18, 2012 1pm to 4pm EST

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join Schiff staff and volunteers to seek out some of our overwintering feathered friends! Data collected will be added to the official Great Backyard Bird Count. Cost: Free.

Schiff's Great Backyard Bird Count

2011-12-14T14:59:14.000Z

When: Sat Feb 18, 2012 8am to 11am EST

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Join Schiff staff and volunteers to seek out some of our overwintering feathered friends! Data collected will be added to the official Great Backyard Bird Count. Cost: Free.

Walkabouts

2011-12-14T14:48:54.000Z

When: Tue Apr 3, 2012 10am to 11am EDT
Replaces event originally scheduled for: Tue Apr 3, 2012 10am

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Our Walkabouts program engages young children with seasonal stories, songs, crafts and so much more! April's class is all about mud! We will get our hands dirty as we explore all that mud has to offer! Ages 3-5. Cost: $10 Members; $15 Non-members. Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Walkabouts

2011-12-14T14:48:54.000Z

When: Tue Mar 6, 2012 10am to 11am EST
Replaces event originally scheduled for: Tue Mar 6, 2012 10am

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Our Walkabouts program engages young children with seasonal stories, songs, crafts and so much more! March;'s class is all about salamanders and their spring migration from the woods to vernal ponds. We will check our own pond in our Native Plant Garden for amphibian activity! Ages 3-5. Cost: $10 Members; $15 Non-members. Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Walkabouts

2011-12-14T14:48:54.000Z

When: Tue Feb 7, 2012 10am to 11am EST
Replaces event originally scheduled for: Tue Feb 7, 2012 10am

Event Status: confirmed
Event Description: Our Walkabouts program engages young children with seasonal stories, songs, crafts and so much more! February's class is all about animals stay warm in the winter. Ages 3-5. Cost: $10 Members; $15 Non-members. Please call 973-543-6004 or email info@schiffnaturepreserve.org to reserve your space. Or register online here!

Maple Sugaring at Schiff: Rain date

2012-01-04T01:18:58.000Z

When: Sun Mar 11, 2012

Where: Schiff
Event Status: confirmed