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2nd Annual “Source to Sea” Virtual Challenge

Ready for a winter challenge? Join us for our 2nd annual Source to Sea 80-mile virtual challenge where you will virtually travel the distance of the Passaic River.  Run, walk, bike, snowshoe, ski, dance, shovel, vacuum, roll - any indoor or outdoor activity you choose (as long as it is powered by you) - for 80 miles, the length of the Passaic River. This can be done from anywhere in the world. You will have just over 8 weeks to chip away at this goal that runs Saturday, January 21 through Sunday, March 26 from literally anywhere in the world! Click below to learn more and register (this will take you to a 3rd party platform)     Choose one activity or any combination to accomplish your goal. Start small and build on it, tackle it in big chunks, or anything in between. This is your challenge to accomplish however you see fit. Activity Conversion Chart Click HERE to view an Activity Conversion Chart to help you calculate your mileage for the various activities you may choose to reach your 80-mile goal. Free GSWA Decal   The $35 registration fee includes a fun, commemorative GSWA decal for you to proudly […]

POSTPONED: Madison & The Chathams Town-wide Yard Sale

Despite wanting to hold this community event rain or shine, the weather forecast for April 29 calls for continuous and heavy rain. Therefore, we've made the difficult decision to postpone it to Saturday, May 6. We realize this may be a big inconvenience, but feel it is necessary. We will email all registrants to confirm if you wish to be on the map for the new date. Note: You are welcome to hold a yard sale on your own on April 29 and you can also be on the map for next week if you choose to do both Saturdays. Please direct any immediate concerns to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org   Registration Deadline: Wednesday, April 26 @ 11:55 PM to get your address and sale items on the map.  CHECK BACK HERE ON April 28 FOR A DIGITAL MAP OF ALL YARD SALE PARTICIPANTS AND A LIST OF SALE ITEMS. These documents will also be shared in local media and on town sites. One person's trash is another person's treasure. Now is the time to start checking your closets, basement, and garage for those hidden treasures and prepare to host a yard sale at […]

$10.00

MAY 6 – 9am-2pm: Madison & The Chathams Town-wide Yard Sale

Saturday looks like a great day for a community yard sale! With approximately 90 Chathams  & Madison residents participating, you're sure to find some great deals! Below are links to the digital map of yard sale host sites and a list of sale items by address. Check out both links ahead of time and plan your course of action to get outside and shop sustainably!           Click to view DIGITAL MAP Click to view SALE ITEMS by ADDRESS Please direct any questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org   FOR YARD SALE HOSTS - Frequently Asked Questions: Should I put up a sign if I’m on the map?  Yes. Signs will attract additional customers who are just driving by. Who do I contact with questions?  Please direct all questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org What should I do with my yard sale leftovers?  Our goal is to have the yard sale be zero waste. Contact following organizations to arrange pickups of your leftovers: Vietnam Veterans of America (vva.org) Lupus Foundation of America (Lupuspickup.org) GreenDrop (gogreendrop.com) Market Street Mission - clothing only, please (marketstreet.org) In addition, […]

$10.00

Great Swamp Great Music Festival 2023

Brook Valley Farm 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp., NJ, United States

Online ticket purchasing ends June 25 @ 6 am After that, all tickets must be purchaced at the gate at an increased price so... get your tickets now!   6th Annual Great Swamp Great Music Festival Sunday, June 25, Brook Valley Farm, Chatham Twp., NJ 12 - 6:30 PM (rain or shine), Gates open at 11 AM   It's back and better than ever! Gather up your friends and family, pack your blankets, chairs, and sunblock, and c'mon out for 6+ hours of live music at a beautiful new location - Brook Valley Farm in Chatham Twp. As always, enjoy food trucks, unique merch vendors, adult beverages, kids corner and more. Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is a non-profit organization protecting and improving the Great Swamp watershed & Passaic River region now and for future generations. Scroll to the bottom of this page to purchase tickets 👇 LINEUP Festival bands (12 noon-6:30 pm) Not Enough Jeffs • Lenox Underground The Refugee Dogs • HighRidge Runners • The Cold Hill Band • The Tones   FOOD VENDORS Marley's Gotham Grill:  Home of 300+ chicken wing flavors The Mexi-boys: Ethnic fusion Mexican Food with vegan options Norman Food Services: Hot dogs, corn […]

Free – $30.00

SUNDAY: View Map and Sale Items – Madison/Chathams Town-Wide Sale

All you shoppers: Click HERE to view the map of participants Click HERE for to view the list of sale items by location   Registration is now closed. Saturday is Postponed, sale is now the RAIN DATE - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1 Questions should be directed to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org     Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 28 @ 11:30 PM to get your address and sale items on the map. CHECK BACK HERE September 29 FOR A DIGITAL MAP OF ALL YARD SALE PARTICIPANTS AND A LIST OF SALE ITEMS. These documents will also be shared in local media and on town sites.       One person's trash is another person's treasure. Now is the time to start checking your closets, basement, and garage for those hidden treasures and prepare to host a yard sale at the at this community event. Scroll to the bottom of this page and register to have your address and a list of your items for sale to appear on a digital, printable map. The map will be linked to this page and publicized far and wide to potential shoppers.  You must be a resident of Chatham Township, Chatham Borough or Madison to […]

$10.00

Silent Auction & Gala Tickets

Brooklake Country Club 139 Brooklake Road, Florham Park, NJ

Our Silent Auction is Live! To Browse, Bid & Donate CLICK HERE  GSWA Gala Celebration & Silent Auction Brooklake Country Club | 139 Brooklake Road | Florham Park Join us for this much-anticipated evening of good food and drink, spirited mingling with like-minded eco-conscious friends, and browsing and bidding on our popular Silent Auction at our biggest fundraising event of the year! 5 PM - VIP Reception 6 PM - Cocktails & Silent Auction 7:30 PM - Dinner, Keynote Speaker & Tribute With a Dash of Magic and Illusion Sprinkled Throughout the Night! Keynote Speaker: Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) Congresswoman Sherrill has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the environment. She champions legislation against climate change, supports clean energy and conservation, and fosters collaboration for a greener future. Congresswoman Sherrill believes that protecting our environment is a moral obligation to future generations, and that we must come together across party lines for a cleaner, more sustainable world.   A Special Tribute to John J. DeLaney, Jr. Jay DeLaney, who passed away in November 2022, was a lifelong resident of Morristown and former Mayor of his hometown. He was a dedicated GSWA supporter serving on the Board of Trustees and then on the […]

$125.00 – $2,500.00

ONLINE TICKET SALES CLOSED: 7th Annual Great Swamp Great Music Festival

Drew University Simon Forum 36 Madison Ave., Madison, NJ, United States

Online ticket purchasing is now closed. Tickets may be purchased at the door at Drew University - 36 Madison Ave., Madison:  Adults-$40 • Students/Senior Citizens/Military-$30 • Children under 13 are still FREE. Credit cards, Paypal, cash, and checks accepted.   PLEASE NOTE, DUE TO THE ONGOING RAIN, THE FARM FIELDS AT OUR ORIGINAL VENUE ARE FLOODED, SO WE HAVE DECIDED TO MOVE THE FESTIVAL INDOORS TO THE BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED DREW UNIVERSITY BALDWIN GYMNASIUM AT 36 MADISON AVENUE IN MADISON, NJ.  We chose this backup location because it is spacious and accessible, and other great music events have been hosted successfully at this venue. Drew also offers convenient parking, including a lot right in front of the Simon Forum. You will enjoy the same exceptional music festival activities while staying dry and mud-free! The festival location has changed, but everything else remains the same! Bring your chairs or blankets, or utilize the bleacher seating, for 6+ hours of live music in celebration of clean water and open space. Enjoy adult beverages and a variety of food from our food trucks. Our fabulous merch vendors and the Kids’ Corner will be in the lobby just outside the gymnasium along with the restrooms. […]

Free – $30.00

REGISTRATION CLOSED: The Chathams & Madison Town-Wide Yard Sale Fall 2024

Registration for this event has closed.  Saturday looks like a great day for a community yard sale! Below are links to the digital map of yard sale host sites and a list of sale items by address. Check out both links ahead of time and plan your course of action to get outside and shop sustainably! Click to view DIGITAL MAP Click to view SALE ITEMS by ADDRESS Please direct any questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org Everyone else, mark your calendar for October 19 to get out and shop sustainably at this amazing three-town-wide yard sale!       Yard Sale Registration Info: Registration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 @ 11:30 PM **You must be a resident of Chatham Township, Chatham Borough, or Madison to list your sale. One person's trash is another person's treasure. Now is the time to start checking your closets, basement, and garage for those hidden treasures and prepare to host a yard sale at this community event. Scroll to the bottom of this page to register and have your address and a list of your items for sale […]

$10.00
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Gala & Silent Auction – A Green Gathering

Brooklake Country Club 139 Brooklake Road, Florham Park, NJ

Indulge in an unforgettable evening complete with fine dining, great banter, and spirited bidding at our premier annual fundraising event. This year, we honor the environment with our theme, A Green Gathering. Our restyled Gala and Silent Auction will feature 40 esteemed environmental experts who will mingle with guests throughout the evening and lead informal table discussions based on their area of expertise during dinner. Dive into lively discussions that will include native gardening, environmental art and education, sustainable farming and landscaping, ESG investing, local history and government policies, and much more. See below for a link to view the full list of discussion leaders.   Brooklake Country Club | 139 Brooklake Road | Florham Park, New Jersey 5:30-6:30 PM VIP Cocktail Reception 6:00-7:30 PM General Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction 7:30-9:30 PM Dinner and Table Talks   Table Discussion Leaders - One Expert at Each Table! CLICK HERE to view the list of the evening's Table Discussion Leaders (to date). When you purchase a table or a VIP ticket, you can request which speaker joins your table. This is on a first-come, first-served basis so get your tickets today!   The Silent Auction is LIVE! CLICK HERE to get a […]

$125.00 – $2,500.00

SOLD OUT: DIY Winter Foliage Wreath Workshop (Session 1)

Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ 568 Tempe Wick Rd, Morristown, NJ, United States

This workshop is sold out. To be added to the waitlist, please email Izzy at ifilippini@greatswamp.org   Session 1: 5:00 - 6:30 PM It's not winter until the wreath is on the door. Put on your warm clothes and come craft a homemade winter wreath made from native evergreens and other native plants. You’ll decorate your masterpiece with pinecones, berries, and other items found in nature. While your creativity blossoms, you’ll learn more about the natural items being used in this craft. Price covers everything you need to leave with a finished piece that’s ready to hang on your door or give as a gift. Hot cider and cookies will be served. Registration is required, click below to purchase tickets! Questions? Email Izzy at ifilippini@greatswamp.org. CANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded […]

$35.00 – $40.00