The Wibit Makes Its Debut in the United States!
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ-Are you looking for something fun, exciting, and new to do? Well, Sunrise Lake at Lewis Morris County Park, in Morris Township has just the thing for you—it’s called the Wibit! This evolution of waterplay provides a track where you can overcome obstacles and race each other in a friendly competition on the water. The Wibit, first popular in Europe, is now introduced in the United States at Sunrise Lake–the first location in the United States to have the Wibit.
This amenity is located near the shore and anchored down. Life vests are to be worn at all times while participating in the Wibit to ensure safety of all those enjoying the fun! Lifeguards will also be on duty to supervise. All ages are encouraged to join in on the excitement! You can also enjoy the Wibit kayaks and take a relaxing ride around the lake or race your friends to see who’s the fastest!
The Morris County Park Commission has built a Wibit track to bring fun, excitement, and enjoyable competition to your lake experience. Playing in the water just got more fun! Be sure to come and stop by Sunrise Lake for a day of amusement in the water. For more information on the Wibit, please call the recreation department at 973-326-7616 or email bgeorge@morrisparks.net.
Craigmeur Opens Their Doors For Family Day at the Fair
ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP, NJ- Craigmeur Recreation Complex, located in Rockaway Township, seamlessly blends relaxation and recreation with an endless selection of old-fashioned attractions ranging from sports and self-guided nature trails to swimming pools and water slides. For one day only, Craigmeur will open their doors to the public for Family Day at the Fair on Sunday, July 5 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. You can enjoy pony rides, water slide, bumper boats, krazy maze, inflatable bounces, spin art, a DJ with karaoke, face painters, guided nature walks, tennis, miniature golf, and much more. Also enjoy other amusements, such as bumper boats, hoops basketball challenge, balloon typhoon, and ping pong.
Craigmeur is one of the most desirable picnic locations in New Jersey with open-air pavilions and 25,000 square feet of shelter. It is on the site of a fifty-acre estate surrounded by nature with recreational interludes. You can enjoy the beautiful mountainous setting along with delicious food. Relax and have a good time! We promise you an unforgettable day with countless activities for you and your family. There is an activity for all types of interests so everyone can enjoy this day! Come to Craigmeur Recreation Complex for Family Day at the Fair! Be sure to join the fun on July 5 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. For more information on Family Day at the Fair, please call 973-697-4500 or visit www.morrisparks.net.
Craigmeur is one of the most desirable picnic locations in New Jersey with open-air pavilions and 25,000 square feet of shelter. It is on the site of a fifty-acre estate surrounded by nature with recreational interludes. You can enjoy the beautiful mountainous setting along with delicious food. Relax and have a good time! We promise you an unforgettable day with countless activities for you and your family. There is an activity for all types of interests so everyone can enjoy this day! Come to Craigmeur Recreation Complex for Family Day at the Fair! Be sure to join the fun on July 5 from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. For more information on Family Day at the Fair, please call 973-697-4500 or visit www.morrisparks.net.
Focus on Scotland
Focus on Scotland in the month of July for some great events that are lined up. Scroll down to see the list of events. You can enjoy Family Day on July 26, or “Treasure Island” Movie Night for Kids on July 31. This event is one not to miss! You have the entire month to "Focus on Scotland".
In 1891, Scotsman James Macpherson, a landscape architect from Trenton, NJ was hired by George and Sara Frelinghuysen to design the grounds of Whippany Farm, their summer home in Morristown, NJ. Born and educated in the British Isles, Mr. Macpherson was certain to have understood the requirements for creating both the English landscape Mrs. Frelinghuysen desired and the working farm Mr. Frelinghuysen sought. Today, Whippany Farm is known as The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and over a quarter million visitors annually enjoy Macpherson’s work.
Focus on Scotland pays tribute to the long and rich horticultural heritage that produced landscape designers of Macpherson’s caliber. Scotland’s gardens date back to the medieval age. Their beauty is enriched by the unique ecologies and plant life of this island nation. In the 16th and 17th centuries, Scottish gardeners were highly regarded as garden apprentices and managers. In the 18th and 19th century, plant exploration called for men with horticultural knowledge, physical stamina, and courage. Scottish plant explorers have brought back more species and varieties of new plants than any other nationality. Plant explorers like David Douglas, Robert Fortune and George Forrest changed the face of European and British landscape design, and ultimately the look of American gardens with their plant introductions. With its many notable botanists, authors, nurserymen, and seedsmen, Scotland has played a huge part in horticulture’s international story.
Focus on Scotland, a month long celebration of the Scottish gardening tradition include talks, tastings, tours, exhibits, demonstrations, and musical offerings. Presented by the Morris County Park Commission in partnership with The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, event sponsors include The Daily Record, Walkers, USA, C-I-E Tours International, and The Scottish Gourmet USA.
Focus on Scotland is the 5th annual “Focus On” series. Previous programs have included China, Mexico, Italy, and Japan. The “Focus On” programming was created to bring new audience to The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and offer its members and visitors an expanded view of the interconnected world of horticulture.
The Frelinghuysen Arboretum is located at 53 East Hanover Avenue in Morristown, New Jersey. Please call 973-326-7603 to register for any of the Focus on Scotland programs. For more information about Focus on Scotland or other events happening at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, please visit our website at http://www.arboretumfriends.org/.
In 1891, Scotsman James Macpherson, a landscape architect from Trenton, NJ was hired by George and Sara Frelinghuysen to design the grounds of Whippany Farm, their summer home in Morristown, NJ. Born and educated in the British Isles, Mr. Macpherson was certain to have understood the requirements for creating both the English landscape Mrs. Frelinghuysen desired and the working farm Mr. Frelinghuysen sought. Today, Whippany Farm is known as The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and over a quarter million visitors annually enjoy Macpherson’s work.
Focus on Scotland pays tribute to the long and rich horticultural heritage that produced landscape designers of Macpherson’s caliber. Scotland’s gardens date back to the medieval age. Their beauty is enriched by the unique ecologies and plant life of this island nation. In the 16th and 17th centuries, Scottish gardeners were highly regarded as garden apprentices and managers. In the 18th and 19th century, plant exploration called for men with horticultural knowledge, physical stamina, and courage. Scottish plant explorers have brought back more species and varieties of new plants than any other nationality. Plant explorers like David Douglas, Robert Fortune and George Forrest changed the face of European and British landscape design, and ultimately the look of American gardens with their plant introductions. With its many notable botanists, authors, nurserymen, and seedsmen, Scotland has played a huge part in horticulture’s international story.
Focus on Scotland, a month long celebration of the Scottish gardening tradition include talks, tastings, tours, exhibits, demonstrations, and musical offerings. Presented by the Morris County Park Commission in partnership with The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, event sponsors include The Daily Record, Walkers, USA, C-I-E Tours International, and The Scottish Gourmet USA.
Focus on Scotland is the 5th annual “Focus On” series. Previous programs have included China, Mexico, Italy, and Japan. The “Focus On” programming was created to bring new audience to The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and offer its members and visitors an expanded view of the interconnected world of horticulture.
The Frelinghuysen Arboretum is located at 53 East Hanover Avenue in Morristown, New Jersey. Please call 973-326-7603 to register for any of the Focus on Scotland programs. For more information about Focus on Scotland or other events happening at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, please visit our website at http://www.arboretumfriends.org/.
Focus on Scotland
Schedule of Events
*Registration required for these events.
Please call 973-326-7603 to register.
July 7 Scottie Dog Topiary Class *
10 am - 12 Noon
Watch as we plant a topiary Scottie. Then, purchase a frame to make your own “watchdog.”
July 15 “Heather: From the Moors to Morristown” *
1 pm - 3 pm
Learn how to grow and use heather. Plants will be available for purchase.
July 19 Thrifty Garden Art Swap *
10 am - 1 pm
Trade your unwanted garden art for some new-to-you treasures. Pots, gnomes and pink flamingos are welcome.
July 19 Speaker Day *
2 pm - 4:30 pm
Scotland’s legendary beauty is brought to you in two engaging 45 minute talks: “Gardens of Scotland” & “Take the High Road to Scotland”. Scottish refreshments will be served.
July 31 “Treasure Island” Movie Night for Kids *
7 pm - 9 pm
Muppets ahoy! Watch this Scottish children’s classic & enjoy Scottish refreshments. Come in costume!
July 26 Family Day & Concert
12 Noon – 5 pm
Family Crafts include:
• Make a dish fen garden ($10 for materials)
• Create a family crest
• Sculpt a personal size “Nessie”
Storytelling at 1 pm & 2:30 pm with Jesslyn Wheeless
Garden tours throughout the afternoon
Scones Cooking Demonstrations at 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm & 2:30 pm
Concert at 4 pm - The Pipes & Drums of The Atlantic Watch on the Great Lawn.
(In the event of rain, the concert will be held at the Morristown-Beard School, adjacent to the arboretum. All other activities will be held indoors at the Haggerty Education Center)
Spend the afternoon—bring a picnic lunch or purchase traditional Scottish fare from the Scottish Gourmet USA and the Argyle Restaurant of Kearny, NJ.
Schedule of Events
*Registration required for these events.
Please call 973-326-7603 to register.
July 7 Scottie Dog Topiary Class *
10 am - 12 Noon
Watch as we plant a topiary Scottie. Then, purchase a frame to make your own “watchdog.”
July 15 “Heather: From the Moors to Morristown” *
1 pm - 3 pm
Learn how to grow and use heather. Plants will be available for purchase.
July 19 Thrifty Garden Art Swap *
10 am - 1 pm
Trade your unwanted garden art for some new-to-you treasures. Pots, gnomes and pink flamingos are welcome.
July 19 Speaker Day *
2 pm - 4:30 pm
Scotland’s legendary beauty is brought to you in two engaging 45 minute talks: “Gardens of Scotland” & “Take the High Road to Scotland”. Scottish refreshments will be served.
July 31 “Treasure Island” Movie Night for Kids *
7 pm - 9 pm
Muppets ahoy! Watch this Scottish children’s classic & enjoy Scottish refreshments. Come in costume!
July 26 Family Day & Concert
12 Noon – 5 pm
Family Crafts include:
• Make a dish fen garden ($10 for materials)
• Create a family crest
• Sculpt a personal size “Nessie”
Storytelling at 1 pm & 2:30 pm with Jesslyn Wheeless
Garden tours throughout the afternoon
Scones Cooking Demonstrations at 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm & 2:30 pm
Concert at 4 pm - The Pipes & Drums of The Atlantic Watch on the Great Lawn.
(In the event of rain, the concert will be held at the Morristown-Beard School, adjacent to the arboretum. All other activities will be held indoors at the Haggerty Education Center)
Spend the afternoon—bring a picnic lunch or purchase traditional Scottish fare from the Scottish Gourmet USA and the Argyle Restaurant of Kearny, NJ.