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SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Plant Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a “Jersey-friendly yard” creates a healthy foundation of soil\, conserves water\, attracts and supports wildlife\, and adds beauty and interest to your home landscape. \nLeading up to our 3rd annual\, online Native Pollinator Plant Sale on April 3\, we have secured three nationally recognized and diverse speakers to present at monthly webinars. \n  \nScroll to the very bottom and register to attend all 2 remaining programs at once at the click of a button. \n  \n  \nRegister for individual programs below: \nMar 21\, 7-8 PM: What’s the Buzz About Native Bees? Speaker: Heather Holm\, biologist\, pollinator conservationist\, and award-winning author. NOTE: This presentation is LIVE only\, it WILL NOT be recorded. Register HERE \nApr 3\, 12-1 PM: GSWA Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview. Speaker: Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, and Land Stewardship (GSWA online Native Pollinator Plant Sale opens directly following this webinar)  Register HERE \n  \nWhile this speaker program series is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you these nationally recognized speakers.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE. \nWatch the Replay: Whether you missed them or want to watch them again\, click HERE to register to receive the replay links for three of the four Plants for Pollinators Webinar Series.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/native-plant-webinar-series-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:Plants for Pollinators Webinar Series - Watch the Replay
DESCRIPTION:Whether you missed them or want to watch them again – register to receive the replay links for: \nNative Plants for Native Wildlife – Cultivating Biodiversity\nHost: Desiree Narango\, Conservation Scientist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies \n& \nWasps: The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect\nGuest Host: Eric Eaton\, Acclaimed Author and Entomologist \n  \n  \n  \nYour yard\, whatever size\, can provide essential habitat for valuable pollinators such as butterflies\, bees\, and other beneficial insects. This 4-part Plants for Pollinators webinar series take a closer look at our native pollinators\, how we can contribute their survival\, and important roles they play in our gardens and in supporting healthy ecosystems. Scroll to the very bottom of this page and register to receive these 2 webinar replay links.  \n  \nWant to register for the remaining 2 webinars in this series? Register for individual webinars: \n\nMar 21\, 7-8 PM – What’s the Buzz About Native Bees? (NOTE: This presentation is LIVE only\, it WILL NOT be recorded.)\nApr 3\, 12-1 PM – GSWA Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview  (prior to the start of the online sale)\n\n(Or)  Register for both at once HERE \n  \nWhile this speaker program series is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you these nationally recognized speakers.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/native-pollinator-native-wildlife-replay/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T130000
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SUMMARY:Stream Assessment Training - FREE
DESCRIPTION:Unless there’s obvious pollution in the river or stream\, to the untrained eye\, the water may look healthy. But is it? This free training session\, led by Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA Director of Water Quality Programs\, will provide you with all the necessary skills to make your own determinations. An indoor classroom session teaches you how to conduct visual and biological stream assessments\, identify macroinvertebrates\, and recognize environmental factors that could impact stream health. An outdoor session lets you practice your new-found skills at a local stream site. By afternoon\, you will be fully trained in visual and biological stream assessment. And if you are ready to take that next step\, consider becoming a stream monitoring volunteer! \nTools and supplies will be provided. It gets a little messy so wear your boots and bring clean shoes to change into afterward. Preferred volunteers are 15 or older. This free training session is held in conjunction with the AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassador Program.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stream-assessmt-trng-spring-2023/
LOCATION:Long Hill Township Library\, 917 Valley Rd\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114345
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SUMMARY:The Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:The Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt Kickoff is a FREE adventure game that is open to kids and adults alike! It’s one of the most entertaining ways to discover- or rediscover- some of the great sites of natural\, cultural\, and historic importance tucked away in Long Hill Township. On your hunt\, you’ll learn about how water moves through our towns while scouting out trees\, environmental groups\, and waterways in the area!  You will have 2 weeks to complete this program. Grab your scavenger hunt booklet at the library any time during the two weeks of the event. Join GSWA staffers for this kickoff event to learn more about the hunt and enjoy some fun things to do to wet your appetite for this fun adventure brought to you in collaboration with Long Hill Twp. Library. \n  \nRegister for the zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “Scavenger Hunt Kick -off: Sat. 4/1 12-2pm with the Great Swamp Watershed Association” and check “Yes\, I want to attend”.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/scavenger-hunt-kickoff_23/
LOCATION:Long Hill Township Library\, 917 Valley Rd\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes Monday\, April 3 @ 10 AM \n  \nJoin Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, and Land Stewardship (our resident pollinator expert) for an overview of the native pollinator plants and plant kits available at our 3rd annual online Native Pollinator Plant Sale. Choose from a variety of individual species to create or enhance your own garden in ways that best fit your needs. To simplify garden design and provide some additional savings\, many of the species are also sold in a variety of garden kits. Each kit is designed for specific garden sizes and conditions. \nLearn how different plants can help you build out your pollinator garden to attract the widest  variety of insects throughout the growing season along with suggestions for plant pairings you will want to attract specific pollinators. Discover why this type of garden benefits your yard\, your neighborhood\, and our shared watershed. We will also walk you through our online storefront\, simple ordering process\, and amazing online resources on the site. \nIf you’re considering starting or expanding your native pollinator garden\, you’re going to want to check this out! You will receive your Zoom link prior to the start of the webinar. \nWhile this program is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you this great\, nationally recognized speaker.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE. \nJan 17 webinar replay: Pollinator Plants for Pollinator Wildlife – Speaker: Desiree Narango\, Conservation Scientist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies. Click HERE and register to receive the playback link
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/plant-sale-overview-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T200000
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SUMMARY:Evening Briefing: Gardening for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:If 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 frolicking 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. \nThis program is brought to you in collaboration with Long Hill Twp. Library. \n  \nRegister for the zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “Native Plant & Pollinator Talk: with Hazel England & the Great Swamp Watershed Association Wed. 4/5 7pm (via Zoom)” and check “Yes\, I want to attend”
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/eb_gardening-for-pollinators/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T200000
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SUMMARY:How's the Water? GSWA Quality Report Card – Free Zoom Webinar
DESCRIPTION:How’s the water? That is the most common question we get from onlookers when we are out collecting water quality samples. Join Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA’s Director of Water Quality Programs\, for an in-depth recap on the health of our streams and water quality data results from 2022. Bring your questions for the Q&A session at the end. A Zoom link will be sent to you post-registration. This program is brought to you in collaboration with Long Hill Twp. Library. \nRegister for the Zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “Passaic River Report Card: with Sandra LaVigne & the Great Swamp Association Wed. 4/12 @ 7pm (via Zoom)” and check “Yes\, I want to attend” \n  \n  \n“The earth\, the air\, the land\, and the water are not an inheritance from our forefathers but on loan from our children. So we have to handover to them at least as it was handed over to us.”\n– Mahatma Gandhi
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/wq_report-card-23/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T193000
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SUMMARY:NEW LOCATION - Evening Briefing: "Eat the Weeds" Backyard Foraging
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THE NEW LOCATION\nKemmerer Library\, 19 Blue Mill Rd\, New Vernon\, NJ \n  \nInstead of weeding your yard\, forage! Come learn about the benefits of foraging for edible invasive (non-native) species like garlic mustard. Garlic mustard is one of the worst invaders of Northeast and Midwest American forests\, reducing the diversity of all species. April through end of May is garlic mustard season so you will be able to easily find it to make your own pesto. Come learn about these and other types of plants where we can reduce their presence simply by eating them outright or adding them to a salad! You will receive instruction on how to identify\, prepare\, and preserve these free greens so you can safely hunt for these delicious invasives while cleaning up your yard! Foraged and homemade treats will be provided. \nThis program is offered in partnership with GSWA and the Kemmerer Library of Harding Twp. We are able to offer this program to the public at no cost thanks to the generous underwriting from Kemmerer Library. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/evening-briefing-eat-the-weeds-backyard-foraging/
LOCATION:Kemmerer Library\, 19 Blue Mill Road\, Harding Twp.\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Hunt":MAILTO:sarahh@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T113000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Morning Paddle @ the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Morning Paddle: 10-11:30 AM \nKick off your day with a peaceful spring paddle at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. By mid-April\, most tree are bursting with buds with their leaves ready to emerge. Birds like pine warblers and woodcocks are migrating back our way. Spring peepers and chorus frogs are calling. Come experience all this and more from a magical place – the middle of the Passaic River at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent. There are only 7 spots available – 2 spots/registration max. All participants must be able to swim\, be comfortable on the water\, and wear clothes and footwear that can (and will) get wet and muddy. Life vests will be provided. \n  \nIMPORTANT – Kayak Waiver: Each participant MUST submit one of the forms below. If the person is under the age of 18 then a parent or guardian must sign their form and assume responsibility for the minor. Please complete\, sign and bring the form(s) with you. The organizers will collect completed forms before put-in. \n\n\nAdult Attendee\nMinor Attendee\n\n\n\nThe put-in location is the Fisherman’s Parking Lot and we will paddle from there. The parking lot is slightly down the road from Lord Stirling Environmental Education Center. \nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/morning-spring-paddle-am/
LOCATION:Somerset County Park Commission\, Fisherman’s Parking Lot\, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road\, Basking Ridge\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T140000
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CREATED:20230306T172315Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Afternoon Paddle @ the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Paddle: 12:30-2 PM \nKick off your day with a peaceful spring paddle at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. By mid-April\, most tree are bursting with buds with their leaves ready to emerge. Birds like pine warblers and woodcocks are migrating back our way. Spring peepers and chorus frogs are calling. Come experience all this and more from a magical place – the middle of the Passaic River at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent. There are only 7 spots available – 2 spots/registration max. All participants must be able to swim\, be comfortable on the water\, and wear clothes and footwear that can (and will) get wet and muddy. Life vests will be provided. \n  \nIMPORTANT – Kayak Waiver: Each participant MUST submit one of the forms below. If the person is under the age of 18 then a parent or guardian must sign their form and assume responsibility for the minor. Please complete\, sign and bring the form(s) with you. The organizers will collect completed forms before put-in. \n\n\nAdult Attendee\nMinor Attendee\n\n\n\nThe put-in location is the Fisherman’s Parking Lot and we will paddle from there. The parking lot is slightly down the road from Lord Stirling Environmental Education Center. \nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/afternoon-spring-paddle-2023/
LOCATION:Somerset County Park Commission\, Fisherman’s Parking Lot\, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road\, Basking Ridge\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114345
CREATED:20230330T170342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T224605Z
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SUMMARY:Evening Briefing: The American Eel
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this program closes @ 5 PM on April 19 \n  \nLet’s face it\, for many people\, eels may not be easy to like. They can make many people feel… uneasy. Is an eel a snake? Is it a fish? They don’t fit in any clear category. Some may think of eels as a tasty sushi roll. And yet to others\, eels are mysterious creatures with a very interesting life cycle. They are predators in freshwater streams helping to regulate the population of other animals. They are also a significant source of food for fish\, mammals\, turtles and birds. \nHumans have been fascinated with eels for centuries\, working to learn as much as they can about them. Yet we do not have all the answers. Nature has a way of keeping us guessing. One thing we do know is that eels are ecologically important and can be used as a bio-indicator for pollution to determine the health of their environment. \nJoin us for a FREE Zoom webinar as we delve into the fascinating world of eels and their unique life cycle\, brought to you in collaboration with the Long Hill Twp. Library. \nRegister for the zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “The American Eel: w/ Ginger Van Ryzin\, Great Swamp Watershed Assoc. 7pm (via Zoom)” and check “Yes\, I want to attend”. \nThe Zoom registration link will be emailed to you prior to the start of the webinar.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/evening-briefing-the-american-eel/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114345
CREATED:20230308T235635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T171557Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: How's the Water? GSWA Water Quality Report Card Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This program has been postponed. It will be rescheduled as an in-person Breakfast Briefing. Please stay tuned…  \n  \nHow’s the water? That is the most common question we get from onlookers when we are out collecting water quality samples. Join Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA’s Director of Water Quality Programs\, for an in-depth recap on the health of our streams and water quality data results from 2022. Bring your questions for the Q&A session at the end. A Zoom link will be sent to you post-registration. \n“The earth\, the air\, the land\, and the water are not an inheritance from our forefathers but on loan from our children. So we have to handover to them at least as it was handed over to us.”\n– Mahatma Gandhi
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/hows-the-water-gswa-water-quality-report-card-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T114345
CREATED:20230308T212837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T194545Z
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SUMMARY:Signs of Spring Hike @ Rifle Park
DESCRIPTION:SEE BELOW FOR MEETUP LOCATION \n  \nJoin us on a journey through the trails of Rifle Camp Park and catch a glimpse of American history – this spot served as an excellent location for George Washington’s troops to observe British movements during the Revolutionary War in 1780. For you birders\, this is the beginning of the spring warbler migration. Bring your camera and wear your hiking boots for this unique and historic hike. \nMeetup location: We will meet at the Carnie Bragg parking lot (the first lot to the left\, follow signs for camping/camp sites) in Rifle Camp Park\, 387 Rifle Camp Rd\, Woodland Park\, NJ 07424 https://goo.gl/maps/TFPCBhdDau2QW5ef8
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-hike-garret-mtn-2023/
LOCATION:Rifle Camp Park\, 387 Rifle Camp Rd.\, Woodland Park\, NJ\, 07424\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T140000
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CREATED:20230208T155656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T152137Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Madison & The Chathams Town-wide Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION: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. \nNote: 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. \nPlease direct any immediate concerns to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org \n  \nRegistration Deadline: Wednesday\, April 26 @ 11:55 PM to get your address and sale items on the map.  \nCHECK BACK HERE ON April 28 FOR A DIGITAL MAP OF ALL YARD SALE PARTICIPANTS AND A LIST OF SALE ITEMS.\nThese documents will also be shared in local media and on town sites. \nOne 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 list your sale. \nRegistration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. \nEveryone else\, mark your calendar for April 29 to get out and shop sustainably at this amazing three-town-wide yard sale! Be sure to check back here on Apr. 28 before you head out to download the map. \nHappy sales to you! \n  \nFrequently asked questions: \n\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.\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 – clothing only\, please (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\n\n\nTo register below\, change the quantity from 0 to 1 and click “ADD TO CART” to begin the process.  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/madison-chathams-yard-sale-apr-2023/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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