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Go Wild Go Birding Poster Contest
Students in grades kindergarten through 12 are invited to create a poster showing one or more of the wild birds that live in North America (at least part of the year). Discover the beauty of our native birds, the power in their flight, or an amazing aspect of their lives. Be creative. Posters can show one bird, several kinds, or a flock. Draw just the bird, a bird on its nest, at a feeder, in its habitat, or any place you could find it. The sky's the limit! Deadline for submission is May 2, 2011. Nationally recognized local artist Carol Decker will be the poster contest judge. All posters will be displayed at the Wallkill Refuge for their Migratory Bird Day Celebration May 14, 2011. Gift certificates will be awarded to contest winners in three age categories. Contest rules are on the Wallkill Refuge's website: www.fwrnwr.org or phone the refuge at 702-7266, ext. 10 for more information.
Community Garden
The Church of the Good Shepherd will be hosting its second Community Garden. Plots are free to community residents. For more information, or to reserve your plot, call 875-5746 or email deaconliz@yahoo.com.
Winter Fitness Progam
6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Clifton E Lawrence School. The program will run through May 25. $3/workout. Bring a mat or towel, water bottle, and sneakers... and have some fun! Classes are only cancelled if school is closed or a snow day. Any questions call Geri Stella at 973-875-4704 or e-mail rstella@embarqmail.com.
Free Parenting Class
Wednesdays, March 2 through May 25, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Clifton E. Lawrence School.
Families with school-aged children are invited to a series of parenting skills workshops. Learn the different stages of emotional and physical development during childhood, as well as techniques for positive discipline and improved communication. Snacks and childcare provided. Free and open to the public; registration required. Call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 to register.
Chess Club
The Just for Fun Chess Club meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Just Desserts Cafe, 49 Main St., Sussex. All levels welcome. Free admission. For more information, call 875-0711.
Upcoming Events
Sussex Kiwanis Club Scholarship Fund Dinner Auction
May 7, 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Beemerville Firehouse
Live and silent auctions, buffet dinner, cash bar, $25 per person. Reservations must be received by May 5. Call 875-3633 or 875-9716 or email madsen111@earthlinjk.net or grlsussex@aol.com Click here for flyer.
Barn & Rummage Sale
Friday, May 6 & Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sussex United Methodist Church
This yearly event includes a barn and yard sale, rummage sale, lunch booth, and bake sale. For more information, call 875-5852.
Annual Spring
Book Sale
Friday, May 13, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
$2/bag closeout sale on Saturday from 1-3 p.m.
Children and adult books, DVDs, audio books, and music CDs.
Mother's Day Flower Sale
Saturday, May 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, May 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
at the Beemerville Firehouse.
Sponsored by the Beemerville Fire Department Auxiliary.
Steak and Shrimp Dinner Dance
Saturday, May 14 at the Beemerville Firehouse
Doors open at 6:30, dinner served at 7:00, DJ entertainment begins at 8:00. Tickets are $35 and include beer, wine, and soda. Must be 21 or older. Advance tickets only. For tickets and more information, call Justin at 875-4528. Hosted by the Beemerville Fire Department.
Bird Migration Celebration
Saturday, May 14, noon-4 p.m. at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge
Activities include migratory bird-related games, hikes, crafts, exhibits, photo galleries, a poster contest, and more. For more information, call 702-7266 x 10 or visit
http://wallkillriver.fws.gov
2nd Annual High Point or Bust Classic Car Show
May 14 (rain date May 15), 2011, noon to 4 p.m.
Hosted by The Friends of High Point State Park supported by the Wanderers Car Club. Come spend the morning exploring High Point State Park and then join the Friends for an afternoon of classic cars and great music in the Lake Marcia parking area. The High Point or Bust Classic Car Show is a family-friendly event and concessions will be open. The band Blue Smoke will keep us rocking and rolling. Trophies will be awarded for Judge's and People's Choice. Vote for your favorite car! The event is FREE for both visitors and car owners. (Donations are appreciated!)
To learn more about the Friends of High Point State Park visit friendshighpointstatepark.blogspot.com.
Classic car owners are invited to display their vehicles. Drive up the mountain, park your car, sit back, and relax in the fresh spring air. Pre-registration is suggested, but drive-ins are welcome the day of the event. Car owners who are interested in displaying their vehicles should email friendshpsp@gmail.com or call Michelle at 201-650-8475 for more information.
3rd Annual Medicine Wheel Community Garden Weekend at Lusscroft Farm
May 21 & 22, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
This year's event will feature Live Music, a plant sale, crafters, venders, art, photography, educational workshops, and hikes. Volunteers will be reviving the Medicine Wheel Garden and the new Sister Moon Garden. Fun and informative for the whole family! More information and a schedule of the weekend's events is online at www.lusscroftfarm.com. Help the Heritage & Agriculture Association and the Medicine Wheel Council, non-profit groups working with the N.J. Division of Parks and Forestry for the restoration of historic Lusscroft Farm.
Spaghetti Dinner
Saturday, June 4, 5 to 8 p.m. at the Beemerville Firehouse
The all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner is hosted by the Beemerville Fire Department and sponsored by Family Pizza Restaurant (in A&P shopping plaza.) Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children (ages 5-12), and FREE for children under 5. For tickets and more information, call Justin at 875-4528.
Lake Neepaulin Beach Open House
June 4
(rain date June 5)
Lake Neepaulin Beach has something for everyone! Enjoy swimming, boating and fishing, all right here in Wantage. Look forward to a summer of play groups, teen nights, bingo, holiday picnics, and even a family campout! Come to the open house and see what the lake has to offer. Membership fees for 2011 are $150 per family ($250 for families living directly on the lake) Early Bird Special: the first five NEW memberships will receive $50 off. For more info, please contact Joy Steinbacher at 973-219-4698.
Household Hazardous Waste Days
June 4 & Nov. 5
You may bring up to 100 pounds of dry household hazardous waste materials and/or 10 gallons of liquid waste to the scmua solid waste facility - free of charge on the above dates only.
5K Fun Run for Fire Safety and 1-Mile Fun Walk
Sunday, June 5, 8 a.m. at the Beemerville Firehouse
Pre-registration is encouraged at www.raceforum.com. For more information and to register, please call Justin at 875-4528. Hosted by the Beemerville Fire Department.
Miss Wantage Pageant
June 18
More details to come...
Father's Day Breakfast
Sunday, June 19, 6 to 11 a.m. at the Beemerville Firehouse
Hosted by the Beemerville Fire Department. Adults: $8; Children (ages 5-12): $4; Children Under 5 are FREE. For tickets and more information, call Justin at 875-4528.
Lusscroft Farm Summer Event
Friday, June 24, and Saturday, June 25,
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Huge garage sale and more. Event details updated on lusscroftfarm.com
Pet Day at Lusscroft Farm
Saturday, June 25
Bring your dog and enjoy the sale, scenery, and trails! Spaces will be available for pet-related venders. Shelter and rescue groups will also be there with pets up for adoption. Training demos and much more will be announced on lusscroftfarm.com
Annual Woodbourne 5K
Saturday, September
17
Save the date! More details to come...
Wantage Recreation Annual Car and Bike Show
October 9
Save the date! More details to come...
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