Next CHSE Regular Meeting - Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 12:00 Noon

Wharton United Community Church at St. John's
20 Church Street, Wharton NJ 07849

Traditional Celtic Storyteller - March 11

The Mount Tabor Historical Society will present David Emerson as "The Shannachie of Glendunbun Ballybeg" on March 11 at 7:00 p.m. at The Bethel on Trinity Park in historic Mount Tabor, NJ. The wit and wisdom, humor and horror, and hubris and humanity of a people are found in their traditional stories. Compelling storyteller David Emerson retells (and embroiders) the colorful and ancient tales of Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Cornwall in a presentation that will "warm, tickle, or chill the heart." The public is invited to this admission-free event.

The program is funded by the Horizons Speakers Bureau of the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. For directions or information about the Mount Tabor Historical Society go to http://www.mounttabornj.org or call 973-586-1564.

Stickley Museum Offers Hands-On Printmaking Workshop - March 13

On Saturday, March 13, from 5-7 p.m., the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms will present a fascinating demonstration by the Roving Press, an outreach program of the Printmaking Council of New Jersey. Professional printmaker, Greta Anderson, will offer an introductory demonstration to monotype printmaking. Monotype printmaking is a process where inks are applied to a smooth surface plate using rollers, paintbrushes, or rags. Paper is then laid over the plate and run through an etching press or pressed by hand, creating an exciting one-of-a-kind print. All participants will be invited to try their hand and pull a print of their own to take home.

The Printmaking Council of New Jersey (PCNJ) is a non-profit fine arts center specializing in print and paper media. For the past 35 years, the Council has provided activities, events and classes that nurture an appreciation for the fine art of printmaking.

Printmaker Greta Anderson is an accomplished painter and printmaker and teaches specialized programs throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania and New York. She has exhibited widely nationally and internationally and her works can be seen, amongst others, in the exhibitions of Johnson & Johnson Corp., Pfizer Corp., the Newark Public Library and the Montclair Art Museum. She received her BFA degree from Rutgers' Mason Gross School of the Arts and her MFA degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

The event is in honor of the members of the Craftsman Guild, whose annual support has a significant impact on the operations of the Stickley Museum. Light refreshments will be served. Guests will also have the opportunity to view or purchase original signed and numbered prints commissioned by the Museum and created by Laura Wilder, Dorothy Markert, and Yoshiko Yamamoto.

Free to donors at the Craftsman Guild level
$10 Members; $15 Non Members
Advance tickets required
For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 973-530-0311

Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms
2352 Route 10 West, Morris Plains, New Jersey 07950
phone: 973-540-0311
web: http://www.stickleymuseum.org/

The entrance is located on Route 10 West at Manor Lane, about 3 miles west of I-287 in Parsippany-Troy Hills.

The Roxbury Historic Trust is pleased to invite you to our exhibit:

PLANES, PLATES, AND PERSPECTIVES, 1890-1940
The Morris Canal in Roxbury Township

Sunday, March 14, 1-4PM
209 Main Street, Ledgewood

It features the path of the Morris Canal in Roxbury and the works of its photographers, William James Harris and John Price, as well as the paintings of Olin F. Vaught, during the years 1890-1914. Even more, it displays models of the cameras they used. We have included many antique cameras and their accessories with explanations of how they worked and of the basics of photography, thanks to the generosity of Richard Cramond.

Did you know that Roxbury Township had the longest (8 miles) stretch of the Morris Canal? Do you know where it was in relation to the streets and businesses of our Township today? We have drawn out that path. The photographs reflect both the workings of the Canal and of the boatmen, plane tenders, and people living along it's path. The Canal, which has been noted for it's innovative technology and inclined planes, transported goods from Pennsylvania to New Jersey and New York and led to the development and growth of Roxbury Township.

The Roxbury Historic Trust, Inc, is the curator for the King Store, circa 1825, and the King House, circa 1875, which are on the National and State Registers of Historic Places. Both buildings, which are on part of the old Sussex Turnpike, a route that had been carved by the Lenni Lenape Indians, are central to the history and development of Roxbury Township. They were owned by the prominent, entrepreneurial Riggs and King families, who were instrumental in the building of the Morris Canal and the growth of the area. The Store supplied the captains of the canal boats and the general community; and served as a Post Office for 65 years. It was closed in 1929. Restoration began in 1989 by the Roxbury Rotary when the buildings and land were purchased by the Township of Roxbury with Green Acres funding. It is still in process thanks to the countless hours given by dedicated volunteers who recognize the importance of these buildings to the Township's past and future. The Store now has antiques and seasonal items for sale. The House, built by Theodore King for his family is a Queen Ann vernacular which has been enlarged twice. One of its most unusual, beautiful, and significant features is the dining room mural, a 4 wall, oil on canvas pastoral English scene painted by James W. Marland in 1936. Despite extensive research we do not know of a similar mural anywhere; and would welcome any knowledge and information about James W. Marland or wall murals of that era.

We hope you will visit, get hooked, and perhaps join us. There are volunteer opportunities in all areas, with flexible hours, and much appreciation.

Admission free, donations appreciated, 973-927-7603

Dover Area Historical Society Meeting - March 16
All meetings held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the Dover History Museum House,
55 West Blackwell Street in downtown Dover. Everyone is invited to attend.
For more information, call the Historical Society at 973-361-3525.
If no one answers, please leave a message and a return phone number.
http://doverhistoricalsociety.com/

Canal Day Music & Craft Festival - August 21

Canal Day Music & Craft Festival to Benefit the Restoration of Morris Canal Lock 2 East

The Canal Day Festival is an old time country fair that celebrates the Morris Canal and its contributions to the development of the communities along its banks. The festival is now in its 35th year. Come to a day of free family fun featuring a juried craft show, food, educational events and 10 live bands utilizing two performance areas. Hand picked crafters from around the region will be there to display their beautiful offerings. There will be something of interest for everyone to enjoy! Learn about local history by taking a guided Morris Canal walking tour provided by the Canal Society of NJ. Take a horse drawn wagan ride along the Morris Canal, or prove your prowess by paddling a kayak provided by Ramsey Outdoor. The Wallaby Tails Traveling Zoo's demonstration of exotic animals will delight children of all ages. Learn the art of metal working through blacksmith demonistrations provided by David Macaule y of the NJ Blacksmiths Association. Many more activities for fun and learning are planned. Come spend the day with us at Hugh Force Canal Park located at 270 West Central Ave., Wharton, NJ, August 21st. from 10-5PM. Fireworks display at Robert Street Park at 8:00 PM and as always admission is free. Please visit http://www.canalday.org/canalday.html for further information.

Canal Day Association, 10 Robert St. Wharton, New Jersey 07885, http://www.canalday.org