Sunday, May 22 9:00 AM Apshawa Preserve Join local trail running guide, hike leader and author Don Weise for an introductory class on the exhilarating sport of Trail Running. Don will discuss trail basics: Equipment/supplies you should have, preparation and safety tips, beginner-friendly trails and navigation, and proper form. Bring your running shoes and get …
As part of our celebrations of Wayne's 175th birthday and to mark National Buy a Musical Instrument Day, we're so excited to host the students of Wayne Bach to Rock for a performance! The performance is free and open to the public; we just ask that you bring your own chair!
World Bike Day Saturday, June 4 11:00 AM Goffle Brook Park Come learn how to ride a bike and learn the basics of bike safety. After, the whole group will enjoy a light bike ride around Goffle Brook Park! www.passaiccountyrec.org to reserve.
Passaic County Book Festival Saturday, June 4 11:00 - 3:00PM Weasel Brook Park Join us for our book festival. Enjoy the day with a good book, pick up a gift for a friend. The book festival has something for everyone!
Virtual Lecture Believe it or not, the American War for Independence did not end in 1781 at the Siege of Yorktown. Explore the important issues and events that occurred after Yorktown that paved the way for General Washington’s stay at Newburgh in the Hasbrouck House from 1782-1783.
Family Ag Days are designed to connect families with agriculture in an engaging manner through activities, music, and programs. Additionally, there will be produce for sale and a petting zoo!
Visit for a full day of 18th century music performed by the Ministers of Apollo as they return to our site. Listen and learn about the music and the instruments used during the time period. Event will be held on the grounds of Dey Mansion and will be dependent on good weather.
Time to vote for who makes the best empanada in Northern New Jersey! We will be returning to Wesel Brook Park in Clifton as we celebrate the Empanada and help raise money for the Passaic County Parks Commission. We’ll be highlighting local gourmet food vendors and their unique twists on empanadas. Sample a bunch, then …
Family Ag Days are designed to connect families with agriculture in an engaging manner through activities, music, and programs. Additionally, there will be produce for sale and a petting zoo!
Want to see the infancy of baseball? Join us at the Weasel Brook Park in Clifton for a Base Ball game (yes that's how they once spelled it!) The game will be officiated by the rules of 1864!
The British are coming! The British are coming! The 35th Regiment of Foot make their way back to Dey Mansion. While occupying the site for His Majesty King George III for the day, they will preform musket and bayonet drill, demonstrate camp life activities, such as cooking, and even attempt to entice fellow colonials to …
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Family Ag Days are designed to connect families with agriculture in an engaging manner through activities, music, and programs. Additionally, there will be produce for sale and a petting zoo!