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“New World Water” Art Exhibit
Apples & Autumn
Computer Training
Sample eight varieties of hard (spiked) apple cider including spiced, barrel-aged, fruit and others, some of them local. We will pair them with delightful snacks including apple treats. This event is free to all non-members, and it’s free to all GSWA members who bring a non-member guest. C’mon out and sample the tastes of autumn. 5:30-7:30pm. GSWA Headquarters, 568 Tempe Wick Rd., Morristown. Register at GreatSwamp.org or call 973-538-3500.
The Library will offer free computer lessons on Thursday mornings, by appointment. Sign up for an individual half-hour lesson on basic computer skills. Stop by the Reference Desk or call 973-3764930. Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave.,Springfield. www.sfplnj.org
Hokusai and Japan In the Floating World In this lecture Tom Silver will explore the work of Japan’s most famous artist, Katsushika Hokusai (1760–1849). Look at a broad range of Hokusai’s art - including drawings, prints and paintings. Registration required. Fee applies. 7pm. Montclair Public Library, 50 S. Fullerton Ave., Montclair. 973-744-0500 x2224. www.adultschool.org
Kids’ Nature Fest: Bird Brained Spend a day off from school learning about our feathered friends! Games, crafts, hiking, LIVE animals, and activities provide fun ways to learn. Grades 1-4. 9am4pm. Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Blvd., Chatham Township. Preregistration required. 973-635-6629. www.morrisparks.net
Simon & Garfunkel: The Songbook Show
Wednesday, November 6 Imagine the Moon
The Walsh Gallery is pleased to present New World Water, a group exhibition which examines humanity’s relationship with water through the lens of contemporary art. The artists in the exhibition address themes such as: climate change, water contamination, immigration, diaspora, plastic pollution, community water management, leisure, and hygiene. Runs through December 13. Opening Reception: Thurs, Nov. 7 - 5 to 9pm. Walsh Gallery, 400 S Orange Ave., South Orange. 973-275-2033. www.walshgallery.com
Tuesday, November 5 Blues Tuesdays Andy and friends play it the way you like it. Got some chops? Let’s see what you got? 8-11pm. SuzyQues BBQ & Bar, 42 South Valley Rd., West Orange. 973736-7899. www.suzyques.com
Book Talk and Meet the Author Chatham resident, Lisa Tognola will speak about her recent novel, “As Long As It’s Perfect” involving a couple who try to build their dream house and find it comes with much conflict as well as humor. Lisa Tognola is a freelance writer, social worker, and a former humor columnist at The Alternative Press. 7pm. Chatham Library, 214 Main St., Chatham. 973-635-0603. www.chathamlibrary.org
Gershwin: Musical Genius George Gershwin was one of the great musical geniuses of the 20th century. In this course explore, and sing, the extraordinary songs he wrote with his lyricist brother Ira, for his Broadway musicals and Hollywood films. Registration required. Fee applies. 10:30am. Congregation Shomrei Emunah, 67 Park St., Montclair. 973-744-0500 x2224. www.adultschool.org
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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the first moonlanding with this brand new planetarium show about the Moon and how it has inspired human creativity, learning, and exploration. People have imagined the Moon as a glowing disk in the sky, a destination in space, and a world that shares its origin with the Earth. Wednesday - Friday, 2pm. Saturday & Sunday, 2 & 4pm through November 27. Newark Museum, Planetarium, 49 Washington St., Newark. www.newarkmuseum.org
Jersey Lightning: A Story of Booze, Apples, and Local History Maressa McFarlane of the Morris County Parks Commission will speak about the history of the alcoholic beverage, Apple Jack and its production in New Jersey. 7pm. Chatham Library, 214 Main St., Chatham. 973-635-0603. www.chathamlibrary.org
Morristown International Folk Dancers Beginners and newcomers welcome. No partners needed. Every Wednesday evening. 7:30-11pm. Admission $6. Mountain Lakes Community Church, 48 Briarcliff Rd., Mountain Lakes. 973-228-5966. www.njfolkdance.tripod.com/fd_morristown.html
Thursday, November 7 65th Sapphire Birthday Bash A video and vintage photographs will be on hand to highlight how revolutionary SAGE was when it began in the mid 50’s advocating for the rights and care of older adults. Silent auction items include two rounds of golf, dinners at The Summit House, Fiorino and the Harvest Group Restaurants and a blue sapphire necklace from Schroth and Lorenson Jewelers in Summit. 6pm: Cocktail reception 7pm: Dinner. Honores, guest speakers, EMCEE. Canoe Brook Country Club, 1108 Morris Turnpike, Summit. 908-273-5550. sageeldercare.networkforgood.com
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The music speaks for itself and is anchored by Rex Fowler, co-founder of the renowned folk/rock duo Aztec Two-Step, and his wife Dodie Pettit, an original cast member of Broadway’s greatest success story, Phantom of the Opera. Singer and multi-instrumentalist Steven Roues rounds out the music side. Centenary Stage Company, 715 Grand Ave., Hackettstown. www.centenarystageco.org
Book Discussion Group The group meets to discuss “To the Lighthouse” by Virginia Woolf. Woolf’s 1927 novel centers on the Ramsay family and their visits to the Isle of Skye in Scotland between 1910 and 1920. Following in the tradition of modernist novels, the plot of this book is secondary to its philosophical introspection. 7pm. Springfield Free Public Library, 66 Mountain Ave., Springfield. 973-376-4930. www.sfplnj.org
Michael Franti & Spearhead Perform Michael Franti is a musician, humanitarian, and filmmaker who is recognized as a pioneering force in the music industry. Franti is revered for his hi-energy live shows, inspiring music, philanthropic efforts, and his authentic connection to his global fan community. 8pm. The Wellmont Theater, 5 Seymour St., Montclair. 973-783-9500. wellmonttheater.com
Teacher Convention Mini Camp: A Day in the Life... Time travel back to the 1800s and experience a child’s daily life by trying your hand at making butter, simple weaving, making a toy and more! Grades 1-5. 1-3pm. The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts, 9 Main St., Madison. 973-377-2982 ext.16 Pre-registration required at www.safesplash.com (continued on page 18)