The Paterson Museum Foundation invites you to join us on Zoom on Thursday, January 13th 2022 at 7pm for the second installment of our series, The Story Behind the Story: Chats with Passaic County Historian Edward A. Smyk. Enjoy an intimate conversation with Edward A. Smyk, as he shares his intimate knowledge of Passaic County’s …
On Tuesday, January 18th at 7:00 p.m., The Paterson Museum Foundation presents a virtual presentation entitled: "YOUNG COLT:Â The Early Years of Sam Colt and his Legendary Revolver." Â The program will be presented by Jim Rasenberger, author of "Revolver." By the time Sam Colt arrived in Paterson in 1836, he had already sailed halfway around …
Three students will present their findings on the historic African American Dunkerhook community.
Step It up will present ways to be More Active with information on the benefits of physical activity, how to add more physical activity into your day and encourage living an active lifestyle. Presenter: Christine Zellers, MPP To register: https://njaes.rutgers.edu/wellness-wednesdays/
Healthy Eating helps the body to stay in tip top shape. The differences between the Mediterranean Diet and DASH will be discussed in this webinar along with keeping your immune system strong. Presenter: Karen Ensle EdD, RDN, FAND, CFCS FCHDS Educator and Professor To register: https://njaes.rutgers.edu/wellness-wednesdays/
Ever wonder if a food safety practice is really necessary? The five-second drop, then eat "rule?" Lemon juice for cleaning? Rinsing poultry? Our team of food safety experts will provide answers to these questions and yours. Find out where to get reliable information. Presenters: Dr. Donald Schaffner, Specialist, Food Science; Daryl Minch, FCHS Educator To …
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Intermittent fasting, the practice of withholding food for specific periods of time, has been used for religious reasons for many centuries. Recently, it has gained popularity as a weight loss strategy, compared to more traditional calorie restriction. This webinar will review the current research on the main types of intermittent fasting for improved metabolic outcomes, …
When trees lose their leaves, they are not hibernating or sleeping, but are still actively producing energy to survive! On this hike we will learn how to recognize trees without leaves, and learn about what trees are doing throughout these quiet months. We will also discuss a star winter species – the sugar maple – …
Built in 1786, the Van Riper-Hopper House in Wayne, NJ has been home to four generations of the Van Riper family as well as several paid and enslaved laborers. This Women’s History Month, Tessa Payer will be focusing on the female members of the household, presenting the house as a case study for researching and …
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CELEBRATE NEW JERSEY MAKER’S DAY MARCH 25-27, 2022 Participants will learn how to be an archaeologist! The project will include decorating and breaking miniature terracotta flower pots, and learning archaeological terminology and methods on cataloging, measuring, and drawing artifacts. Maker's Day Kits will include one (1) miniature terracotta flower pot, a diameter chart, and a …
Lokai Rose will help each child select their own seeds, plant them and take home their own garden nursery. They will talk about how and where to plant their nursery once it outgrows their carton and how to care for their plants. Register at www.PassaicCountyRec.org
Did you purchase something for home or wardrobe during the pandemic, only to be disappointed in the fabric’s quality or performance? The Clifton Arts Center and the American Sewing Guild North Jersey Chapter will help you learn how to be a smarter buyer and a smarter user. And we’ll take a peek at some unexpected …