Virtual Lecture: The Dunkerhook Community
VirtualThree students will present their findings on the historic African American Dunkerhook community.
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Forest Bathing – Rifle Camp Park
Rifle Camp ParkForest bathing is a mindful walk in the woods with the specific intention to connect with the natural world and to gain benefit and energy from it. In other words, you are bathing in the energy of the trees, leaves, sky, and earth. Think of it as a guided, meditative, healing walk through the forests …
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Step It Up: Adding More Movement into your Day
VirtualStep 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/
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The DASH or Mediterranean Diet: Which is Better?
VirtualHealthy 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/
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Opening Reception for Art Exhibit
Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House 675 Goffle Rd, Hawthorne, United StatesPassaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House is delighted to announce its new art exhibitions: Lisa and Nancy Quatrocchi showcase their oil on canvas works in their mother-daughter exhibition entitled: "Touch of Style," while Jerry Winick - Pencil Artist, showcases his unique drawings in the show "Pencilworks." A new exhibit of artworks …
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Food and Film
Camp Hope 1792 Union Valley Road, West Milford, NJ, United StatesFood & Film Friday, February 18 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM Camp Hope Ages 55 and over Join us for monthly themed meals and movies! We will be watching a classic favorite film and enjoy a meal inspired by it! $5 per event For more information and to reserve your seat! To register call:973-728-8167 or …
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Ask the Expert: Food Safety Myth vs Truth
VirtualEver 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: Is It Effective?
VirtualIntermittent 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, …
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International Women’s Day Hike – Rifle Camp Park
Rifle Camp ParkSaturday, March 5 1:00 PM Rifle Camp Park Join us for a women's only hike through beautiful Rifle Camp Park in celebration of International Women's Day. Register at www.PassaicCountyRec.org
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Weis Hikes: Winter Trees and Sugaring
Apshawa Preserve 4 Northwood Dr, West Milford, New JerseyWhen 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 – …
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Forest Bathing – Mayor Dunleavy Memorial Park
Mayor Dunleavy Memorial Park 50 Glenwild Avenue, Bloomingdale, NJ, United StatesForest bathing is a mindful walk in the woods with the specific intention to connect with the natural world and to gain benefit and energy from it. In other words, you are bathing in the energy of the trees, leaves, sky, and earth. Think of it as a guided, meditative, healing walk through the forests …
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Lecture: The Women of Van Riper-Hopper House
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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