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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:20210401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T124500
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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:20210402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T140000
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CREATED:20210209T174348Z
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UID:31367-1617368400-1617372000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Stream Assessment Training on Zoom-FREE!
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes at 11 AM\, Friday\, April 2\nScroll down for Zoom technical assistance links. \n  \nInterested in the health of your local stream? Concerned about clean water? Perhaps you’ve even considered becoming a stream monitoring volunteer. If any this makes you raise an eyebrow\, this free virtual training session is for you! \nSandra LaVigne\, GSWA Director of Water Quality Programs\, will join you virtually to teach you how to conduct visual and biological stream assessments\, identify macroinvertebrates\, and recognize environmental factors that may impact stream health. By the end of the hour\, you will have the skills you need to conduct your own assessments for fun or as a visual stream assessment volunteer! (Preferred volunteers are 15 or older.) You will receive the link to this training session post-registration. \n  \nZoom technical assistance links: \nHaving issues joining the session? Please review the Zoom Help Center. \nHow to Join Zoom Meeting\, click here for video tutorial. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stream-assessment-training-on-zoom-free/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210411T120000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Spring into Spring Hike @ the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Sorry\, this event is sold out. Please check out our other events. \n  \nBlooming flowers\, budding branches\, and a glimpse of our forest critters are all indicators that spring is here! The red-winged blackbirds and eastern phoebes are the first to get the memo that it’s time to return and start nesting\, while woodpeckers and spring peepers make their presence known more by sound than by sight. Don’t miss this glorious time of year to be in the great outdoors. Step on out and inhale the earthy spring smell that the land produces this time of year. GSWA Education Associate\, Adam Palmer\, will guide you along the relaxing trails of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge for this family-friendly stroll. Registration required. Space is limited so register today!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-into-spring-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge – Bluebird Parking Lot\, Bluebird Parking Lot\, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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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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SUMMARY:Houseplants: Health Benefits & Tending Tips – Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes April 18 @ 12 noon. \n  \nHouseplants help improve indoor air quality because they help to filter out air pollutants and clean the air within your home. This past year as we’ve spent more time at home\, houseplant sales have taken off! Whether you’re considering picking up one or two\, or have had a green thumb for many years\, this Zoom program is right for you. Amy Seuberth\, General Manager of Back to Nature Home & Garden\, will broadcast from her store in Basking Ridge to introduce her top 10 favorite plants and explain why they are on her list. This is also your chance to ask an expert about your own plants. Join us for this unique opportunity to learn more about these decorative and oxygen producing flora that brighten up our homes and our moods. All who register and attend will be entered in a free raffle to win a plant from Back to Nature! Registration is required.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/houseplants-benefits-tips/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T170000
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SUMMARY:Workshop: DIY Open Tray Bird Feeder
DESCRIPTION:Feeding your neighborhood birds in the winter is a great way to entertain yourself and your family\, and the birds really appreciate it! When you build a tray (hopper) feeder\, you’ll attract birds like titmouse\, chickadees\, mockingbirds\, mourning doves\, and many more. This feeder is simple to construct and it will be ready to set up outside immediately. Here’s how it works: register for this virtual program\, collect your kit from our office in a secure and safe way\, then build the box at your leisure at home following our easy to follow\, step-by-step instruction guide. Technical support is available should you require some help. All you will need is a hammer\, the kit\, and a little patience. \nKit pickup will be determined on a case-by-case basis. We will discuss what day/time works best for you.  There’s a limited supply of kits available so register today! Pickup location: GSWA Headquarters\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd.\, Morristown\, NJ. \nWhat will we do with all the leftovers? Stay tuned…
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/workshop-tray-bird-feeder/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Environmental Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210425T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210425T150000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Perfect Your Flower Arrangement Skills on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED \nWe’ve all been there – we put a bunch of flowers in a vase imagining how great they will look. They don’t. We move them around and tilt our head. Nope. So\, we walk away with plans to fix them. A week later\, we toss these once cheery flowers in the trash. Let’s change that behavior. Join Amy Seuberth\, General Manager of Back to Nature Home & Garden\, for a demo on how to arrange flowers in a pleasing way. She will also share tips on how to keep them healthier and looking more beautiful longer. The $40 fee covers your flowers\, a mason jar vase\, and expert tutorial. Seasonal flowers may include Seeded Eucalyptus\, Mini Green Hydrangea\, Thistle\, Stock\, Wax Flower\, and others. Registration closes April 18 @ 5 PM to allow time for ordering flowers so\, register today! See below for pick-up instructions. \n  \n\nPlease plan to pick up your flowers and vase at Back to Nature Home & Garden – 3055 Valley Rd\, Basking Ridge\, NJ / (908) 350-7506 on one of the following days: \nSaturday\, April 24 – 9am-5pm\nSunday\, April  25  – 10am-2pm \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/flower-arranging-on-zoom/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Environmental Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210427T200000
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SUMMARY:Rolling Knolls Landfill Superfund CAG Meeting - April 27
DESCRIPTION:April 27: This meeting is a follow-up to the April 15 Meeting. This will be a special session to address public comments from the April 15 meeting. \n  \nApril 15: This is a public meeting on the status of the Rolling Knolls Landfill in Green Village\, Chatham Township. If you are interested in joining a Community Advisory Group (CAG) and attending the April 15 meeting\, please register here. The CAG will provide a public forum for the community to discuss their concerns and offer input to the EPA on the cleanup as it moves forward. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to attend the session. \nClick here to download the meeting agenda for April 15.\nClick here to visit our Rolling Knolls page with full history and document archive.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/rolling-knolls-april-15/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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