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SUMMARY:Registration Closed - Shoppers: scroll down for map and sale items for Chathams-Madison Town-wide Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:This event has passed.  Another Chathams/Madison community yard sale has been scheduled for Saturday\, April 30\, 2022\, 9 AM – 1 PM. Click here for info and to register.  \n  \nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED \nFOR ALL YOU SHOPPERS\, SCROLL DOWN TO CHECK OUT THE  MAP OF PARTICIPANTS AND ITEMS FOR SALE BY ADDRESS \n \n  \nCalling all residents of Madison and The Chathams. Planning to host a yard sale at this community event? Register below 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. Simply scroll down and complete the registration form. You must be a resident of Madison\, Chatham Township\, or Chatham Borough to list your sale.  \nRegistration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. \nEveryone else\, mark your calendar for September 25 to get out and shop sustainably at this amazing three-town-wide yard sale! Be sure to check back here Friday\, Sept 24 at 9am for a digital map of all yard sale participants. The map will also be published in local media and on town sites. \nTO REGISTER – SCROLL TO THE VERY BOTTOM ⬇️ OF THIS SITE. Change the quantity from 0 to 1 and click “ADD TO CART” to begin the process.  \nFrequently asked questions:\nIs there a rain date? No. The sale will be held rain or shine. \nWhy pay to be on the map?  Over the last three years\, we have found that our town-wide sales attract shoppers from across NJ\, NY\, and PA. We promote the sale (and the map) in local media and on popular garage sale sites. \nCan I have a sale without paying to be on the map?  Yes. Residents of the Chathams and Madison are welcome to hold sales on their own. \nDo I need to pay a permit fee?  No. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison and The Chathams. \nShould I put up a sign if I’m on the map?  Yes. Signs will attract additional customers who are just driving by. \nWhat COVID-19 precautions should I take?  Shoppers and hosts must wear masks. Tables should be set up to facilitate social distancing. Hand sanitizer should be available and contactless payment encouraged. \nWho do I contact with questions?  Please direct all questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at mec@rosenet.org \nWhat 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: \n\nVietnam Veterans of America (vva.org)\nLupus Foundation of America (Lupuspickup.org)\nGreenDrop (gogreendrop.com) \nMarket Street Mission (marketstreet.org) \nIn addition\, Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore (morrisrestore.org/donate) does some pickups; it accepts antiques\, furniture\, flooring\, brand new plumbing\, painting supplies\, doors and more.\n\nNOTE: Registering on this site is the only way to have your listing appear in the official map of sale sites for the September 25\, 2021 Chathams-Madison Town-Wide Yard Sale. The coordinated publicity undertaken by the Chathams\, Madison and GSWA results in hundreds of buyers from all over the tri-state area. Supplementary ads are unnecessary.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/chatham-madison-town-wide-yard-sale-to-benefit-gswa/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Environmental Commission of the Chathams & Madison":MAILTO:mec@rosenet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T130000
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SUMMARY:Chatham-Madison Town-wide Yard Sale to Benefit GSWA
DESCRIPTION:This event has passed.  Another Chathams/Madison community yard sale has been scheduled for Saturday\, April 30\, 2022\, 9 AM – 1 PM. Click here for info and to register.  \n  \nCalling all residents of The Chathams and Madison. Planning to host a yard sale at this community event? Register below 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. Simply scroll down and complete the registration form. You must be a resident of Chatham Township\, Chatham Borough or Madison to list your sale.  \nRegistration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. \nEveryone else\, mark your calendar for April 17 to get out and shop sustainably at this amazing three-town-wide yard sale! Be sure to check back here before you head out to download the map (forthcoming).  \n  \nFrequently asked questions: \nWhy pay to be on the map?  Over the last three years\, we have found that our town-wide sales attract shoppers from across NJ—and Pennsylvania. We promote the sale (and the map) in local media and on popular garage sale sites. \nCan I have a sale without paying to be on the map?  Yes. Residents of the Chathams and Madison are welcome to hold sales on their own. \nDo I need to pay a permit fee ?  No. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison and The Chathams. \nShould I put up a sign if I’m on the map?  Yes. Signs will attract additional customers who are just driving by. \nWhat COVID-19 precautions should I take?  Shoppers and hosts must wear masks. Tables should be set up to facilitate social distancing. Hand sanitizer should be available and contactless payment encouraged. \nWho do I contact with questions?  Please direct all questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at mec@rosenet.org \nWhat 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: \nVietnam Veterans of America (vva.org) \nLupus Foundation of America (Lupuspickup.org) \nGreenDrop (gogreendrop.com)  \nMarket Street Mission (marketstreet.org)  \nIn addition\, Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore (morrisrestore.org/donate) does some pickups; it accepts antiques\, furniture\, flooring\, brand new plumbing\, painting supplies\, doors and more. \n  \nTo register below\, change the quantity from 0 to 1 and click “ADD TO CART” to begin the process. 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/community-yard-sale-2021/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Environmental Commission of the Chathams & Madison":MAILTO:mec@rosenet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T120000
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SUMMARY:REGISTRATION IS CLOSED: Gardening for Pollinators - Plant It\, They will Come
DESCRIPTION:Sorry – registration has closed for this event. \nIf you build it\, they will come. Imagine you and your family relaxing in your yard\, watching the butterflies\, dragonflies\, hummingbirds\, and other beautiful pollinators and wildlife frocking in your pollinator garden. This doesn’t have to be a distant dream – it’s an attainable reality! Join Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, and Land Stewardship (and our resident pollinator expert) on Zoom for the low-down. Learn the appropriate native plants you will need to attract pollinators and why this type of garden benefits your yard\, your neighborhood\, and our shared watershed. There will be a 15-minute Q&A session from 12:30-12:45 so bring your questions! Register\, then check out our native pollinator plant sale taking place April 1-22 here.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/garden-for-pollinators-matters/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T170000
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CREATED:20210312T205546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220107T215454Z
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SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:We have restocked! Place your order now through April 22.\n  \nNative Plant Pollinator gardens are delightful for homeowners and necessary to sustain wildlife. Finding a full selection of native perennials that will thrive in our local area can be hard\, so we’ve done it for you! \n\nPollinator garden plans\, kits\, and a full selection of robust plants\nEasily to follow How-to resources\nConsultation with volunteers experienced with native plant gardening in yards like yours\n\n  \nClick HERE to view and purchase \nHere’s how our plant sale works: \n\n\n\nPeruse the native pollinator plant kits and individual species add-ons in our Catalog. \nTake advantage of the easy Garden Resources page to make your decision\nPlace your orders no later than April 22. We encourage you to decide early because quantities are limited and we will sell out!\nPick up of your orders will occur on either May 1 or 2.\nYou will be assigned to one of [these plant sale partner-operated town pickup locations] based on your town of residence.\nIf you are not a resident of one of these towns\, you will be assigned to a nearby pickup site.\nQuestions about the plants or garden designs should be directed to GSWAPlantSale@gmail.com\nEnjoy spring to fall blooms and amazing butterflies and other pollinators beginning this summer and for many years to come!\n\n\n\n\nWhy plant a pollinator garden? Habitat to sustain our pollinators is vital – their services are necessary for the production fruits and vegetables and the health of our plant and wildlife communities. Pollinator gardens provide critical habitat and food (pollen and nectar) for insects and birds\, whose populations are under threat. Even a tiny garden will attract and feed hosts of pollinators. As you can see\, what you do with your yard is important. So\, this Earth Day\, April 22\, celebrate your commitment to watershed-friendly living by planting or expanding your native pollinator garden! \nThis plant sale is brought to you by GSWA and 17 Plant Sale Community Partners in 10 towns: Bernards Township\, Chatham Borough\, Chatham Township\, Harding Township\,\nMadison Borough\, Morris Township\, Morristown\, South Orange\, Summit\, and Westfield.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/native-pollinator-plant-sale/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201001T200000
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CREATED:20200812T185033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T000905Z
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SUMMARY:Great Swamp Virtual Gala and Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:Missed our live Virtual Gala and Silent Auction?\nWatched it and want to see it again?\nWant to share this amazing event with your family\, friends\, and colleagues!\n\nClick HERE to watch the replay!\nEnter the Password: greatswamp \n  \nYour support will help us continue and expand our important work for our environment. \n  \nOur Silent Auction is now closed. Thanks to all who participated!\n\nThank You to Our Underwriters!\n \n\nThank You to Our Advertisers!\nThank You to Our Supporters!\nKathy and Ken Abbott\nDebra and John Apruzzese\nVirginia and Michael Ranger\nDorothea and Frank Stillinger\nAndrea and Clark Wagner \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/gala-2020/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200816T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200816T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T184240
CREATED:20200724T204935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200816T122608Z
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SUMMARY:Purchase at the Gate - Great Swamp Great Music Festival 2020
DESCRIPTION:Tickets available at the gate:\nAdults $30\, Students $15 \, Under 13 – free \nThis event is rain or shine.\n\nJoin us for a safe\, much-needed afternoon of music and relaxation at our 3rd annual Great Swamp Great Music festival!\nSunday\, August 16\, 2020\, 2-7 PM \nat Giralda Farms\, Chatham\, NJ\nLet it all go as you enjoy the live music of five bands – some returning and some new. Bring your own blankets and low-lying beach chairs. You are welcome to bring along your own pop-ups and/or umbrellas\, but you MUST secure them in place in case of wind. As always\, a great selection of food will be available for purchase and you can browse the unique merchandise from our vendors. \n  \n Bands:\n\nThe Big Fuss  *  Big Train  *  Lenox Underground  *  Not Enough Jeffs  *  Rosewood\n\nFOOD VENDORS:\nMinuteman BBQ  *  Pie Oh My!  *  Summer Daze  *  Scoops of Chatham \n\n  \nThree changes for this year’s festival that we hope to return to next year: \n\nThere will not be a big tent so plan accordingly\nThere will not be free water available \, so fill up your reusable water bottles\nWe will not be selling beer and wine\n\n  \nGSWA is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all who attend this event. Giralda Farms can accommodate a physically distanced gathering and we will follow and enforce all safety guidelines and physical distancing protocols as provided by Governor Murphy. The event will be limited to 500 people (inclusive). \nWe strongly recommend that you arrive early to assure you are able to be admitted.   \nEveryone 2 years of age and older MUST have a mask (no exceptions). \nMasks MUST be worn properly\, over the nose and the mouth\, when outside of your festival seating area. \nDIRECTIONS:\nEnter via Madison Ave in Madison\, then turn onto Dodge Dr. – follow the signs to registration and parking. The Woodland Ave. entrance in Chatham Twp. will be closed. \nFESTIVAL ENTRY/REGISTRATION:\nFor everyone’s safety\, this year\, check-in will be conducted at the venue’s entrance through your vehicle window. We strongly encourage you to buy your ticket in advance! Buying your ticket in advance will reduce traffic and reduce contact with our staff and volunteers. It’s a win-win! \n\nAt registration\, every driver will receive a flyer outlining the protocols to follow for everyone’s safety. Full list of protocols will be provided to all attendees and will include the following:\n\nMasks must be worn properly (over nose and mouth) any time you leave your seating area\, and including walking from parking to your concert space\, leaving your concert space to walk to the restrooms or vendors\, leaving your concert space to return to your car\, etc. Please abide by social distance guidelines when not in your own space. \n\nPre-purchased tickets – please print your ticket receipt or have it available your mobile device. You will be asked to hold it up to the window when you arrive.\nAt-the-gate purchases – you will be asked to purchase your ticket(s) online from your mobile device. If you are unable to do so\, credit cards\, cash\, and checks will be accepted.\nEvery person in your car 2 years of age and older MUST be wearing a mask over the nose and mouth if you roll down your window (no exceptions) and it MUST cover the nose and mouth the entire time the window is down.\n\nPARKING:\nParking is free and plentiful. Handicapped parking is available at the front of the lot. It’s a bit of a distance on grass to the festival area. Unfortunately\, this year\, we do not have the ability to drive attendees to the festival field. \nBE SURE TO PRINT YOUR TICKET RECEIPT OR HAVE IT AVAILABLE ON YOUR MOBILE PHONE TO PRESENT AT THE EVENT! \n\n\n2020 Great Swamp Great Music Festival COVID-19 Protocols \nCOVID-19 safety guidelines for this event are based on current mandates put forth by Governor Murphy’s office. Subject to change. Staff and security will continually monitor that all safety protocols are being followed. \n\n\nIt is mandatory that every person associated with this event over the age of 2 have a mask\, worn properly\, during specified circumstances as deemed by GSWA [per July 7 state mandate]. Includes staff\, volunteers\, talent\, vendors\, attendees\, and anyone else not mentioned. \n\nFestival Attendance: will not exceed the current recommended state guidelines. This will include guests\, staff\, volunteers\, vendors\, bands. GSWA will monitor the number of people who enter and exit the venue.\nRegistration: This year\, check-in will be conducted at the venue’s entrance through your vehicle. We strongly encourage you to buy your ticket in advance! Buying your ticket in advance will reduce traffic and reduce contact with our staff and volunteers. It’s a win-win!\n\nAt registration\, every driver will receive a flyer outlining the protocols to follow for everyone’s safety. Full list of protocols will be made available soon\, and will include the following:\n\nMasks must be worn properly (over nose and mouth) any time you leave your seating area\, and including walking from parking to your concert space\, leaving your concert space to walk to the restrooms or vendors\, leaving your concert space to return to your car\, etc. Please abide by social distance guidelines when not in your own space.\n\n\n\n\nParking: After registration\, cars will proceed to the parking area. Volunteers will direct cars to parking spots and remind everyone to wear their masks until they get to their concert space.\nConcert Spaces: All parties will be physically distanced 6 feet away from other parties. We encourage participants to bring low chairs. We ask that those with higher chairs consider locate themselves further back from the stage to help with line of sight.\nMasks: Attendees will be required to wear masks when they are not in their concert space.  Staff and volunteers will always be required to wear masks when on the fair grounds.\nPorta-Johns: All porta-johns will be equipped with hand sanitizers inside. In addition\, sanitizing stations will be located in the “restroom” area. Patrons will be instructed to use prior to entering and after leaving the porta-john. Social distance lines will be marked off.\n\nSanitizing Stations: Will be set up in various places on the fairgrounds to include hand sanitizer and disinfectants. \nFood/merchandise vendors:  Will follow appropriate safety protocols and social distance lines will be marked off. \nWe ask our attendees that\, on festival day\, anyone who feels ill\, has been exposed to someone diagnosed with COVID-19\, or has been to a US “hot spot” state within the last 14 days\, for the public safety to remain at home. GSWA will continue to monitor NJ state guidelines\, and review and revise these protocols as necessary. \n\nPlease register in advance! Reduce the lines\, and reduce contact with our staff and volunteers. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/great-swamp-great-music-festival-2020/
LOCATION:Giralda Farms Preserve\, Madison Avenue\, Madison\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T184240
CREATED:20200104T000037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T234242Z
UID:27864-1582462800-1582473600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Beer & Pizza Pub Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, it’s the GSWA Pub Quiz! Join us for hot pizza\, cold beer\, and lots of laughs. Play for prizes and bragging rights. Gather up to three of your knowledgeable friends and brush up on your water quality and enviro facts. Your friends being party poopers? No worries – we’ll team you up with other enthusiastic players. Ages 10 and older are welcome. Teams must have at least 1 member 18+ to compete; maximum team size: 4; maximum number of teams: 9. FREE beer* & pizza! $15 entry fee covers quiz participation. \nQuestions will range from beginner to expert level. For example: If night active animals are known as nocturnal\, what are dawn and dusk active animals known as? Answer: Crepuscular \n*Must be 21+ to drink alcoholic beverages. ID will be checked. Limit 2 drinks/person. This will event fill up fast and space is limited so\, register today!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/2020-pub-quiz/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191003T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T184240
CREATED:20190723T193348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191004T175240Z
UID:26426-1570125600-1570138200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Great Swamp Gala & Silent Auction 2019 Honoring Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill
DESCRIPTION:GSWA is thrilled to honor Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill at our 2019 Gala & Silent Auction\, held at the Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park. \nPurchase a “VIP Premier Ticket” to mingle with some of our most distinguished guests and enjoy cocktails and gourmet hors d’oeuvres from 5:00 – 6:00 PM\, prior to the start of the Gala. Our annual Gala & Silent Auction is our biggest and most exciting fundraising event of the year! The evening will include a lively cocktail hour\, a delicious dinner banquet\, an expansive silent auction\, and remarks delivered by Congresswoman Sherrill. \n(Silent Auction: Click here to browse and bid)\n\n5:00 VIP Reception / 6:00 Cocktails & Silent Auction / 7:30 Dinner & Presentation\nJoin us at the VIP Reception\nPurchase a VIP Premier Ticket for the private reception with our most distinguished guests. Enjoy cocktails and gourmet hors d’oeuvres from 5:00-6:00 p.m.\, prior to the start of the Gala event. \nPut their money where your mouth is!\nFour GSWA supporters have pledged to donate $75 to GSWA for every vegan meal served at the Gala. As an additional enticement\, the main course recipe has been specially designed by acclaimed plant-based chef\, Leslie Durso. Each vegan meal saves 550 gallons of water (versus the steak option) and benefits GSWA at the same time! For additional information click the leaf.Silent Auction \nPreview will open at the end of September. Date and link to be added here shortly. \n\nAdditional information about our 2019 Gala can be found HERE\nFor underwriting opportunities CLICK HERE\nTo learn about program advertising opportunities in our silent auction program which will be viewed by over 400 community leaders\,\nbusiness people\, local residents\, and political figures CLICK HERE\nIf you are unable to attend but would like to make a donation: You may do so here: DONATE\nQuestions? Contact Debbie Rice at 973-538-3500 / DRice@greatswamp.org.\n\nRSVP by Thursday\, September 12 for tickets\, program ads\, and underwriting\n  \nThank you to our 2019 Gala Underwriters\nGreat Blue Heron\nNew Jersey American Water \nBald Eagle\nAtlantic Health System \nNormandy Real Estate Partners \nPfizer \nBlack Bear\nAdrienne & Reed Auerbach \nBASF \nPSE&G \nSchenck Price Smith& King\, LLP \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/2019-gala/
LOCATION:Brooklake Country Club\, 139 Brooklake Road\, Florham Park\, NJ\, 07932
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T184240
CREATED:20190306T200830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190609T120523Z
UID:25370-1560081600-1560099600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:6/9: Great Swamp Great Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Gather up your friends and family for an afternoon of live\, outdoor music at our 2nd Annual Great Swamp\, Great Music Festival. Grab a spot under the tent or in the field\, and check out the variety of tasty food\, merchandise\, and adult beverages for sale by our local vendors. It’s all the ingredients you’ll need for a sensational Sunday afternoon! \nYour email confirmation serves as your ticket – be sure to print it and bring it along! \nFor more information\, click here. \n  \nTICKET SALES HAVE ENDED: Please purchase tickets at the gate.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/music-festival-2019-tickets/
LOCATION:Hartley Farms Polo Field\, Spring Valley Road\, Harding Township\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T213000
DTSTAMP:20260405T184240
CREATED:20180606T183924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T001135Z
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SUMMARY:Great Swamp Gala & Silent Auction 2018
DESCRIPTION:GSWA is thrilled to honor former New Jersey Governor\, Thomas Kean\, at our 2018 Gala & Silent Auction\, held at the Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park. \n \nGovernor Kean remains to this day one of the most popular governors in New Jersey history. We are honoring the governor for his environmental leadership during his administration for enacting landmark protections for New Jersey’s shoreline and freshwater wetlands. \nFollowing his gubernatorial role\, Gov. Kean built an accomplished career; he served as president of Drew University\, in 1997 was appointed as an Advisory Board member of President Clinton’s One America Initiative\, and in 2002\, as Chairman of the 9/11 Commission. \nMeet Tom Kean at the private pre-Gala VIP Cocktail Reception\, 5:00 – 6:00 PM.  Purchase a “Premier Reservation with VIP Pass” to mingle with some of our most distinguished guests and enjoy gourmet cocktails and hors d’oeuvres prior to the start of the Gala.   \n  \nOur annual Gala & Silent Auction is our biggest and most exciting fundraising event of the year!\nThe evening will include a lively cocktail hour\, a delicious dinner banquet\, an expansive silent auction\, and remarks delivered by Governor Kean. \nFor underwriting opportunities\, or to place an ad in our silent auction program which will be viewed by over 400 community leaders\, business people\, local residents\, and political figures\, please call Debbie Rice at 973-538-3500\, or email DRice@greatswamp.org. \nIf you are unable to attend but would like to make a donation: You may do so here
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/great-swamp-gala-2018/
LOCATION:Brooklake Country Club\, 139 Brooklake Road\, Florham Park\, NJ\, 07932
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180610T170000
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SUMMARY:Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:This event is rain or shine!\nOnline ticketing is now closed\, tickets available at the gate only\n9 Hartley Farms Rd\, Morristown 07960\nAdults   $25\nStudents   $10\n13 and under   FREE\n\nGreat Swamp\, Great Music!  \nSpread out a blanket or bring your lawn chairs.\nThis live Music Festival features 4 of our favorite local bands:\nNot Enough Jeffs\nThe Gammon Brothers\nHub Hollow\nStomp Box\n\nGet comfy under the tent or relax and enjoy the sunshine out in the polo field for this family-friendly event. Get a bite to eat from a variety of food vendors\, grab a drink\, and be sure to leave some room for ice cream\, served out of a 1950’s custom ice cream truck. You’ll also want to browse these historic grounds and check out the unique and interesting items for sale by our local merchandise vendors.\nFood vendors:\nCafe Beethoven of Chatham – Hamburgers\, hot dogs\, grilled chicken & salads \nMinuteman Smokehouse & Grill  – BBQ pork\, chicken & ribs\, grilled veggies\, beans\, cornbread\, desserts \nDelicious New Jersey Ice Cream \nBeverages:\nBeer and wine (with proper ID) served from an antique fire truck provided by Washington House Restaurant \nSoda and iced tea from our “Swamp Shack”  \nFree water – bring your refillable water bottle! Thank you New Jersey American Water ! \n\n \n\n…and there’s plenty of free parking!\n  \nScroll down to get your tickets today.  Pre-sale ends Saturday June 9 at 5 pm. \nHelp us spread the word any way you can: social media\, tell a friend\, surprise someone with a ticket… we thank you for helping us make this fundraising event a huge success!\n\nTo learn more about the fascinating history of Hartley Farms\, listed on the National Register of Historic Places\, click here. \nDirections\nGPS: Enter Hartley Farms Road\, Morristown or New Vernon\, New Jersey\nWritten directions\, click here. \nThank you to our festival sponsors!\n \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/great-swamp-great-music/
LOCATION:Hartley Farms Polo Field\, Spring Valley Road\, Harding Township\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Fundraiser,Friendraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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