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SUMMARY:The Chathams & Madison Town-Wide Yard Sale Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please note: Registration is now closed for the Spring Yard Sale. Please see below for the links: \nClick HERE to view the Map of Participants  \nClick HERE to view the List of Sale Items by address \n  \nYard Sale Registration Info: \nRegistration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. \n**You must be a resident of Chatham Township\, Chatham Borough\, or Madison to list your sale. \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 this community event. Scroll to the bottom of this page to register and 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 in local media and on town sites to potential shoppers far and wide. \nFrequently Asked Questions: \n\n Who do I contact with questions? \n\nPlease direct all questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org\n\n\nWhy pay to be on the map?\n\nOver 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.\n\n\nDo I need to pay a permit fee?\n\nNo. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison and The Chathams who register with GSWA to be put on the yard sale map.\n\n\n Should I put up a sign if I’m on the map? \n\nYes. Signs will attract additional customers who are just driving by and help customers with maps to find the right place!\n\n\n What should I do with my yard sale leftovers? \n\nOur 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)\n\n\n\n\n\nTo register below\, change the quantity from 0 to 1 and click “ADD TO CART” to begin the process. \nHappy sales to you!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-26-yard-sale/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000
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SUMMARY:Passaic River Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Team-up with Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) and Roots & Shoots for our first-ever full Passaic River cleanup in honor of world-renowned environmentalist and conservationist\, Jane Goodall! \nWe’ve identified multiple local parks and dry land sites along the Passaic River that could use some attention\, and now we need your help to pick up the trash. When trash collects in these areas along the stream banks\, it will eventually make its way into the water\, polluting the river and impacting local wildlife. These types of cleanups make a big impact on the health of the river as a whole. \nSaturday\, May 9\, 2026 \nCleanup 10am-12pm: Select a location that’s convenient for you when you register \nPicnic 1-3pm at Riverside County Park Joseph Carucci Area\, Lyndhurst\, NJ \nClick HERE to register and select your cleanup location (this will take you to a Google form)\nCleanup hub towns (click HERE to view the map): \n\nNewark Riverfront Park – Raymond Blvd\, Newark\nKearny Riverbank Park – Passaic Ave\, Kearny\nRiverside County Park: South – Riverside Ave\, Lyndhurst\nPulaski Park – 4th St.\, Passaic\nWest Side Park – Totowa Ave\, Paterson (pending checking with parks about current construction)\nKayak Launch for Great Piece Meadows – Camp Ln\, Fairfield\nCanoe Launch – South Orange Ave/ Columbia Tpke\, Livingston\nShepard Kollock Park – Parrott Mill Rd\, Chatham\nUnion County Passaic River Picnic Area – Stanley Ave\, Summit\n\n  \n \nClick HERE to show your support and your spirit – browse and purchase limited event swag to use at the cleanup (this will take you to “Bonfire” a third party website) \n  \nJane Goodall was an inspiration to countless people. She led by example\, helping people around the world to engage in their environment in meaningful ways. We hope you will join us in honoring Jane’s legacy at the cleanup and join us after for a free community picnic at Riverside County Park Joseph Carucci Area\, Lyndhurst. Be sure to spread the word! \n  \nThis event is hosted by GSWA – a Passaic River Waterkeeper Alliance Affiliate and Roots & Shoots New Jersey\, a chapter of Jane Goodall’s community-based youth organization\, with help from our AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassadors.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/prc/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T160000
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SUMMARY:Session 1: Spring Birding Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Come out and enjoy the sights along the beautiful banks of the Passaic River as we paddle the headwaters region of the Great Swamp and look out for spring migrants. This area is full of wildlife\, native vegetation\, and beautiful views. \nThere are 7 spots available per session – only 2 spots per registration. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent.  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\, 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. \nAdult Attendee \nMinor Attendee \n\n\nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation. \n\nThe meet up location is the Somerset County Park Commission Fisherman’s Parking Lot. \n\nPlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION 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 unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-birding-paddle-26-1/
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="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Session 2: Spring Birding Paddle
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST\, PLEASE EMAIL IFILIPPINI@GREATSWAMP.ORG \nCome out and enjoy the sights along the beautiful banks of the Passaic River as we paddle the headwaters region of the Great Swamp and look out for spring migrants. This area is full of wildlife\, native vegetation\, and beautiful views. \nThere are 7 spots available per session – only 2 spots per registration. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent.  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\, 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. \nAdult Attendee \nMinor Attendee \n\n\nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation. \n\nThe meet up location is the Somerset County Park Commission Fisherman’s Parking Lot. \n\nlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION 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 unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-birding-paddle-26-2/
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="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:9th Annual Great Swamp Great Music After Dark
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE TICKET PURCHASING IS NOW CLOSED. PLEASE GET YOUR TICKETS AT THE VENUE.\n  \nExtend the weekend vibes! \nBack by popular demand – We’re back at the trendy Homestead Bar and Kitchen in Morristown for our 9th successful year of Great Swamp Great Music… After Dark. \n \nSkip the Sunday meal prep and join a community that’s been showing up for clean water for 45 years. GSWA’s grassroots roots run deep\, and this is one of the best nights of the year to be part of it. Enjoy live music\, great food\, and good company supporting a cause that matters. Your ticket covers: your buffet dinner\, exclusive drink specials\, and a breezy atmosphere with some of our fan-favorite local performers. \nWe’re serving up a sizzling blend of folk-inspired bluegrass\, robust classic rock\, and a big seven-piece sound with influences of reggae\, funk\, and jam-band grooves. \nSnag your tickets now\, and let’s make some noise for clean water! Scroll down to secure your spot! \n\nWhat’s in store for the evening?\n\nYour ticket offers exceptional value: a buffet dinner\, exclusive drink specials\, and a cool variety of live music — all supporting 45 years of grassroots conservation.\nNestled in the heart of Morristown\, Homestead boasts a spacious\, open-air design where a retractable wall seamlessly blends the indoor comfort with the evening breeze off an outdoor patio. Check out the venue HERE.\nTry your luck in our 50/50 Raffle and you could walk away with half the cash!\nAmple parking is available in the garage located directly across from the venue as well as nearby on-street parking.\n\nLineup\n\nThe Big Fuss \nThe Big Fuss brings their own unique style to rock covers from the 1960’s through today. Their blend of on-stage charisma\, musical talent\, and refreshing delivery of songs you know and love will keep you smiling and dancing through the night! Hunterdon Happening “Best Band/Musician” award winners… come see what The Big Fuss is all about! \nCold Hill Band \nCold Hill is a seven-piece original Rock and Roll band based in New Jersey\, known for a “big sound.” With rock as their backbone\, you will hear influences of other musical styles breaking through (Bluegrass\, Funk\, Reggae\, Heavy Rock\, and Jam Band.) We’re excited to finally bring you Cold Hill this year! \nThe HighRidge Runners  \nThe HighRidge Runners are a New Jersey-based musical trio that blends bluegrass\, folk\, and roots rock music for an Americana Bluegrass  sound. \n  \nBuffet Dinner Available 6:30-8 PM*\n \nCheeseburger Sliders\, Chicken Fingers\, Pretzel Bites\, Penne Vodka Pasta\, Fries\, Caesar Salad\, Crudité Board \n*Attendees may also order off the regular menu at your own cost \n  \nDrink Specials Available 6-10 PM** \n\nWhite Claw\, Miller\, Coors\, Yuengling – $4\nCorona – $5\nSurfside – $6\nHouse Margaritas\, Pinot Noir\, Pinot Grigio – $8\n\n**Traditional beverages are also available at regular cost \n  \nTickets\nPRE-PURCHASE PRICING:  Save money and time – SCROLL DOWN to purchase advance tickets.\nAdults $50 • Children 7-20 $35 (6 and under Free)\nOnline ticket purchasing closes Saturday\, May 16 @ 5 PM then tickets must be purchased at the door. \nAT-THE-DOOR PRICING:\nAdults $55 • Children 7-20 $40 (6 and under Free)\nCredit Cards\, PayPal\, cash\, and checks accepted. \nScroll to the Bottom of this Page for Tickets. Show your email order confirmation on your cell as the entry ticket and for fast check-in. \n\nThank You to our Generous Sponsors (to date)\nBarred Owl\nAtlantic Health\nAdrienne & Reed Auerbach\nOpella\nS. Dillard and Adrienne T. Kirby Family Philanthropic Fund \nBlue Spotted Salamander\nChatham Print & Design\nNew Jersey American Water \nEmerald Darner\nGwenn & Tony DellaPelle\nAgi & Matt Krauser\nEAB Insurance\nPipe Works Services\, Inc.\nLissa & Ian MacCallum \nSupporters\nThe Raritan Group\nLisa & David Welsh \nSponsorship Opportunities\nYour sponsorship is a powerful statement about your commitment to clean water and a healthy environment. As a direct investment in GSWA’s 45 years of protecting our waters—your support keeps that momentum going — and comes with meaningful visibility in return\, including press releases\, social media campaigns\, website recognition\, and high-visibility opportunities at the event itself. Email vthorpe@greatswamp.org for more info. \n  \nWe look forward to seeing you at this fun\, live music fundraiser —\nbecause 45 years in\, the work still matters\, and so does your presence! \n(scroll down for tickets)
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/greatswampgreatmusic-26/
LOCATION:The Homestead Bar and Kitchen\, 10 Dehart St.\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Blue Moon Hike at the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST\, PLEASE EMAIL IFILIPPINI@GREATSWAMP.ORG \nExperience the Great Swamp like never before under the rare glow of a Blue Moon. While the moon won’t actually change color\, this celestial event occurs when a single calendar month—in this case\, May 2026—features two full moons instead of one. Because the lunar cycle is approximately 29.5 days\, the timing occasionally “laps” our 31-day months\, giving us a “bonus” full moon that only appears once every two to three years. \nWe’ll explore the vibrant nocturnal world of the swamp—listening for the chorus of cicadas and spring peepers\, watching for the silhouettes of owls\, and soaking in the serene atmosphere of the marsh after dark. It’s a unique opportunity to connect with the watershed during a truly “once in a blue moon” moment. \nBe sure to wear appropriate footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a reusable water bottle and snacks if you so choose. Registration is required. \nIMPORTANT — WAIVER: Per our special use permit\, the refuge is asking for the hike participants to fill out a liability form before attending. Please complete and email this form to ifilippini@greatswamp.org when you register for this hike.  \n\nPlease email Izzy (ifilippini@greatswamp.org) with questions or cancellations. Ticket sales end on 3/2/2026 at 3:00 PM. \nCANCELLATION 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 unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/blue-moon-hike-26/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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