ESSEX COUNTY PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS

YOUR GUIDE TO EVENTS, ACTIVITIES AND FACILITIES OF THE ESSEX COUNTY PARKS SYSTEM

Spring / Summer 2017

Visit the Newest Park in Essex County! Essex County Cedar Grove Park and the Robert J. O’Toole Community Center

Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. and the Board of Chosen Freeholders www.EssexCountyNJ.org

Essex County Parks, Recreation And Cultural Affairs PUTTING ESSEX COUNTY FIRST ESSEX COUNTY PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS

CONTENTS A MESSAGE FROM THE Upcoming Events 4 FREEHOLDER PRESIDENT Cedar Grove Park and Greetings, Robert J. O’Toole It is with great honor that I bring Community Center 6 you greetings on behalf of the Board of Chosen Freeholders: Vice Kip’s Castle Park 7 President Brendan W. Gill, Rufus I. Johnson, Patricia Sebold, Lebby C. Jones, Rolando Bobadilla, Wayne South Mountain L. Richardson, Leonard M. Luciano, and Cynthia D. Toro. Recreation Complex 8 Together we work diligently to perform our legislative and budgetary duties by putting the matters of the people we Golf 15 represent first. During this time of year, we invite you to relish in the beauty Environmental Center 16 of Essex County by attending the Cherry Blossom Festival, visiting the exotically beautiful animals at the Turtle Back Zoo Essex County Gardens 18 Complex, learning about the joys of nature at the Environmental Center, watching your favorite films under the stars during Cultural Affairs 22 the outdoor movie series, jamming to the melodically diverse tunes of the concert series in the parks, and so much more. Directory of There is truly something fun for all ages to do in the parks of Park Conservancies 23 Essex. As the warm weather returns in the coming months, Essex County offers many opportunities for individuals and Parks Map 24 families alike to take part in our very own traditions. The Freeholder Board, in partnership with Essex County The activities included in this catalog take place Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr., and all departments, at facilities of the Essex County Parks System. celebrate this season with the citizens of this great County. We encourage you to take advantage of the numerous opportunities to experience Essex County on a different level. BOARD OF CHOSEN FREEHOLDERS We look forward to seeing you out and about enjoying the greatness of Essex. Britnee N. Timberlake Rolando Bobadilla Freeholder President Rufus I. Johnson Lebby C. Jones Brendan W. Gill Leonard M. Luciano Britnee N. Timberlake Freeholder Vice President Wayne L. Richardson Freeholder President Patricia Sebold Cynthia D. Toro PUTTING ESSEX COUNTY FIRST

Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs 115 Clifton Avenue • Newark, NJ 07104 • 973-268-3500 ESSEX COUNTY PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURAL AFFAIRS MEMORIES GROW HERE!

A MESSAGE FROM THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE Soon, the mercury will rise and the cold temperatures and wet weather of winter will be a faded shadow in the springtime sunshine. The warm air, flowers in bloom and tranquil blue skies signal a rebirth in all of our lives, beckoning us to shake off the doldrums and explore our community.

Spring is the best time to reacquaint yourself with – or discover for the first time – our historic Essex County Parks System and the loveliness of flowers, trees and the beauty of nature. From April through June, visitors can experience a marathon blooming season of unparalleled diversity.

There are more than 5,000 cherry trees transforming the canvas of Essex County into a canopy of pink and white every April. This display is larger and more diverse than the national collection in Washington, DC, and is accompanied by a two-week festival of activities. The Essex County Presby Memorial Iris Gardens is world-renown for its variety of this elegant flower. Every May and June, the majestic petals create a “Rainbow on the Hill,” rivalling the colors of a painter’s palette. The Rose Gardens in Essex County are a fragrant and lush display of America’s favorite flower. Coming to life every June, they form a generous exhibition for photographers and painters.

This magazine offers just a sampling of the plentiful offerings of cultural activities that occur every day in Essex County. We encourage you to explore and enjoy a new experience.

There’s so much to see and do – come out and experience them all! Working together we will continue Putting Essex County First.

Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. Essex County Executive

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ESSEX COUNTY SENIOR CITIZEN ART SHOW Essex County Hospital Center 204 Grove Avenue, Cedar Grove 973.433.7469 Awards ceremony on Tuesday, September 12 at 10am. Professional and non-professional artists display artwork in all genres during this annual exhibit of Essex residents over the age of 60. Creativity abounds! All are invited to visit the exhibit. How to Participate Registration is required and due to the Division of Cultural Affairs by Thursday, June 15. Any visual artist, age 60 or over, currently residing in Essex County may submit two entries completed within the past 3 years to the Essex County show. The show is open to amateur and professional artists. Professional classification requires artists to meet two of the following criteria: 1. Sold artwork through commercial channels 2. Exhibited in a professional gallery 3. Hold professional membership in guild or association Non-professional classification is a person who does not meet the • Mixed Media/Collage/Assemblage above criteria. • Oil Artwork may be submitted in one of the following categories: • Pastel-pastel, chalk, charcoal and oil pastel • Acrylic • Photography-any image created using a light-capturing device • Craft-NO craft kits or molds will be accepted during any part of the process • Computer imagery-artwork created using a pixel-based painting • Print or graphics program • Sculpture • Drawing • Watercolor/Gouache ESSEX COUNTY FISHING DERBIES

Branch Brook Park Saturday, April 22 Registration begins at 11am Also Essex County Family Day Derby from 12-2pm Awards at 2:15pm Saturday, May 6 Registration begins at 8am Derby from 9-11am Awards at 11:15am Irvington Park Saturday, May 13 Registration begins at 10:30am Also Irvington Family Day Derby from 12noon-2pm Awards at 2:15pm Thursday, May 18 Registration begins at 5pm Derby from 6-7:30pm Awards at 7:45pm Saturday, May 20 Registration begins at 8am Derby from 9-11am Awards at 11:15am Monte Irvin Saturday, June 10 Registration begins at 8am Derby from 9-11am Awards at 11:15am Orange Reservoir Saturday, June 17 South Mountain Recreation Complex Registration begins at 8am Derby from 9-11am Awards at 11:15am 4 THE CELEBRATION STARTS HERE!

41ST ANNUAL ESSEX COUNTY CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

Essex County Branch Brook Park 973.268.3500 www.essexcountynj.org/festival Saturday, April 8 to Sunday, April 23 The County of Essex has a historic collection of Japanese cherry trees within Essex County Branch Brook Park in Newark. More than 5,000 trees will bloom from mid to late April, creating a pink and white setting that is perfect for picnics and photos. Celebrate the arrival of spring by attending our week-long festival of events or just take a stroll through the groves on a sunny day. The Park is open to the public from dawn to dusk. Festival details are as follows: Cherry Blossom Challenge Bike Race Saturday, April 8; 7am-1pm Race through the park in the Cherry Blossom Challenge, a competitive tradition, or cheer on the cyclists while enjoying a day in the fresh spring air. Registration fees apply. Various races occur throughout the morning. Cherry Blossom 10K Run Sunday, April 9; 10am start Run through the cherry tree groves in this USATF-sanctioned race that benefits Special Olympics of NJ and is a Women’s Master’s Champion- ship race. Prizes awarded by age category. Same day registration begins at 8am. Online registration at www.compuscore.com. Walk is free in which to participate and precedes the Family Day activities. Schools and groups must register in advance at 973-735-6228. Family Day & 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Saturday, April 22 Bloomfest! 10am 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk Sunday, April 23; 11am-5pm 11am-3pm Family Day Enjoy a family day in the pink park! A packed schedule of events The celebration continues at the Prudential Concert Grove with live includes cultural demonstrations, children’s activities, live music, performances, children’s activities, and more! The 1-Mile Fun Run/ food, and more! Free admission. MUSIC IN MAY

Free performances are Visit the Essex County Veterans during the month of Courthouse at lunchtime this May on Wednesday at spring for the “Music in May” 12:15pm. lunchtime concert series. Take a break and listen to some of the Essex County area’s most talented musicians. Veterans Courthouse A complete schedule will be Rosa Parks Plaza posted in the spring on 50 West Market Street www.essexcountynj.org. Newark, NJ 07102

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Visit the Newest Park in Essex County! Essex County Cedar Grove Park and the Robert J. O’Toole Community Center

On December 12, 2016, Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. announced the completion of the Essex County Cedar Grove Park and the Robert J. O’Toole Community Center on Fairview Avenue in Cedar Grove. Developed on the site of the old Essex County Hospital Center, Cedar Grove Park is the first county park in Cedar Grove and, at 77-acres, is the fourth largest and the 23rd park in the Essex County Parks System. It features the Robert J. O’Toole Community Center, named for the township’s retired three-term mayor and 12-year councilman, four bocce courts, a farm-themed playground area, and three fitness stations along meandering walking paths. “Preservation of this land for passive recreation and a community center fulfills a promise we made in 2007 to minimize development on the old hospital complex. Essex County is one of the most densely populated counties on the East Coast and creating 77 acres of open space will maintain the suburban character of Cedar Grove, provide additional recreation opportunities and enhance residents’ quality of life,” DiVincenzo said. “One of the main features of the Park is the Essex County Robert J. O’Toole Community Center, named for “My father was the primary driver behind getting a park for Cedar retired Mayor and Councilman Robert J. O’Toole. Mr. O’Toole has Grove. And this community center is as much a tribute to my father served his community for half a century and was a staunch advocate as it is for my mother – and to all our fathers and mothers – because for limiting development on the property. We can think of no more of what they contributed to making the town what it is today,” he appropriate person after whom to name the building,” he added. added. “Thank you for dedicating this building in my honor and thank you, The new Essex County Cedar Grove Park is 77 acres of open space on behalf of the Cedar Grove residents, for this beautiful park. It will situated along Fairview Avenue in Cedar Grove. It becomes the be enjoyed by many for generations to come,” Robert O’Toole said. fourth largest County park, behind Branch Brook Park, Weequahic “I call Joe DiVincenzo ‘Mr. Parks’ because of all the improvements he Park and Brookdale Park. There are about two miles of walking paths has made to the parks throughout Essex County. We had been trying through the park with historic lighting, a gazebo, benches and trash to create a community center and Joe came riding in on his white receptacles. horse with this plan,” he added. On the eastern side of Fairview Avenue is the 15,000-square-foot “For Cedar Grove to have a county park and a community building Essex County Robert J. O’Toole Community Center. The building like this is unbelievable. We are looking forward to the generations has a covered portico in front and a covered patio in the back. A of residents who will gain enjoyment from this. I have become a daily congregate meal program offered by the Essex County Division believer in Joe DiVincenzo, because when he says he is going to do of Senior Citizens is hosted in the building as well as meetings something, he gets it done,” NJ State Senator Kevin O’Toole said. and events of other community organizations. Adjacent to the community center are four bocce courts and a playground designed with a farming theme to connect to the history of the Essex County Hospital Center when there was a farm on the site to support the hospital. Essex County Cedar Grove Park is the fifth new park to be added to the since 2007. The 11-acre Essex County Kip’s Castle Park in Montclair and Verona was preserved in 2007, the 10-acre Presby Memorial Iris Gardens was preserved in 2009, the 2.7-acre Essex County Veterans Memorial Park in the Essex County Government Complex in Newark opened in 2009 and the 12.3-acre Essex County Riverfront Park was created in 2012. The Essex County Park System was created in 1895 and is the first county park system established in the United States. The Park System consists of more than 6,000 acres and has 23 parks, five reservations, an environmental center, a zoo, Treetop Adventure Course, ice skating rink, roller skating rink, three public golf courses, golf driving range, two miniature golf courses, three off-leash dog facilities, a castle and the Presby Memorial Iris Gardens. 6 ESSEX COUNTY KIP’S CASTLE PARK ENTERTAINMENT STARTS HERE!

Essex County Kip’s Castle Park Kip’s Castle Oral History Project 22 Crestmont Road, Verona, NJ 07044 The Kip’s Castle Oral History Project is an ongoing effort to stitch 973.433.7469 together the narrative of Essex County Kip’s Castle Park, a gem www.essexcountynj.org/KipsCastle added to the park system in 2007. The Historical Archives of the Essex County Parks System, with funding from the New Jersey Essex County Kip’s Castle Park features a 9,000-square-foot mansion Council for the Humanities and in conjunction with the Rutgers built to resemble a medieval Norman castle. The grounds span 11 acres Oral History Archives, has assembled stories about Kip’s Castle over of land on the ridge of First Mountain, resting in both Montclair and the last 110 years. Those interviewed include members of the Kip Verona townships, and provide spectacular views of . and Munoz families, as well as later occupants and employees who Operating Hours worked at the Castle. May 1 - October 27, 2017 A selection of the interviewees’ observations are now available Tuesday – Friday, 12noon-3pm through an interactive presentation on HistoryPin.org. Visit the site Grounds are open dawn to dusk all year. and search “Kip’s Castle” to experience the Kip’s Castle Oral History Project. The interview clips, accompanied by historic and present- If you would like to schedule a wedding ceremony or special event day photos of subjects discussed, provide an interesting glimpse into at Essex County Kip’s Castle Park, please contact Lisa Payne, life at the Castle and speak to larger themes in American history. Event Coordinator, at 973.433.7469. If you have a connection to Kip’s Castle’s past and would like to be included in the oral history project, call 973.735.6231 to learn how you can share your story.

See some of your Arrive early for favorite films in a FREE FRIDAY FLICKS: some pre-movie magnificent venue! An Outdoor Movie Series entertainment. Screenings begin If you would like to schedule a weddingFree ceremony admission. or special event at dusk. at Essex County Kip’s Castle Park, pleaseConcessions contact Lisa for sale. Event

A Dog’s Purpose [PG] Sing! [PG] Friday, June 9; Friday, June 16; Rain Date: Saturday, June 10 Rain Date: Saturday, June 17 Lasse Hallström (The When a koala impresario Hundred-Foot Journey) is in danger of losing his directed this adaptation of grand theater after one the best-selling novel of the flop too many, he hatches same name by W. Bruce a plan to stage a gala Cameron, which follows a singing competition to dog (voiced by Josh Gad) save the day. But when a as he is reincarnated typo inflates the grand as different breeds prize to $100,000, the belonging to various contest attracts the owners. Over the course attention of a number of multiple lifetimes, of singing animals, the canine’s existence including a harried intersects with that of a young boy pig mom, a teenage gorilla, who rescued him in 1962. a shy elephant, and a punk porcupine. Seth MacFarlane, John C. Reilly, Jennifer Hudson, and Nick Offerman lend their voices to this animated musical comedy.

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Essex County Essex County miniGOLF Safari Treetop Adventure Course 9 Cherry Lane 560 Northfield Avenue West Orange, NJ West Orange, NJ 862.520.5024 973.731.5800, Ext. 0 Essex County Safari MiniGOLF is an award-winning, 19-hole course. Our Adult Courses (approximately 35 feet in height) offer 30 unique Experience the landscape and wildlife of Africa as you cross through challenge elements with an average run time of 1 to 1.5 hours. Our the Sahara Desert, the grasslands, and Congo, all as you putt around Junior Courses (approximately 10 feet in height) offer 18 unique a life size gorilla, hippo and many other native African species. challenge elements with an average run time of 30 to 45 minutes. Hours of Operation Parents/Guardians may join their children on the Junior Course for Spring Saturday and Sunday 10am-8pm the same fee. The Zip Line measures over a football field in length Summer Daily 10am-10pm and stands at approximately 40 feet. Please visit our website at www.essexcountynj.org for additional rules and reservation details. Rates Adults $10.00 Children/Seniors $8.00 Hours of Operation Opens mid-March For special events and party rentals, please call 973.731.5800, Ext. 221 during zoo operating hours. Spring Saturday and Sunday Summer Daily 10am-5pm Rates Advanced registration is preferred. Adult Course $28.00 Minimum Height: 54 inches. Maximum Weight: 250 lbs. Junior Course $18.00 Minimum Age: 6. Maximum Weight: 250lbs. Zip Line $13.00 Minimum Age: 6. Minimum Weight: 60 lbs. Maximum Weight: 250 lbs. Adult Course and Zip Line $33.00 For special events and large groups, please call 973.731.5800, Ext. 100. Essex County Waterfront 7 Cherry Lane West Orange, NJ 973.232.5148

The Essex County Paddle Boating Pavilion and Waterway Experi- ence provides guests with breathtaking views of Essex County South Mountain Reservation as well as a unique recreation experience. Guests can sit and take in the lakeside viewing or rent a paddle boat and traverse the serene waterway. Hours of Operation Opens mid-March Spring Saturday and Sunday Summer Daily 10am-Dusk **last admission is one hour before sunset Paddle Boat Rental Rates 2 person boat rental $15.00 / 30 mins. 4 person boat rental $19.00 / 30 mins. 2 person Orange Township Resident $7.00 / 30 mins. If you would like to schedule a rental of the Clipper Picnic Pavilion, please call 973.731.5800, Ext. 100. 8 Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex

Treetop Adventure Course

Discounted Rate (Groups of 15+) Ropes Course $25 per person Junior Ropes Course $15 per person Challenge your Campers, Scouts, Teammates, or Senior Class with a day at the Treetop Adventure Course! Customize the day with a lunch at the Savanna Café, a behind-the-scenes tour at Turtle Back Zoo, or a friendly round of golf at the miniGOLF Safari. There is something for everyone at the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex!

Call 973.731.5800, Ext. 279 for Treetop reservations and NEW! visit www.essexcountynj.org/parks for more information. GROUP RATES OFFERED IN 2017

Turtle Back Zoo Education Programs • Single-day school vacation camps • Week-long summer camps • On-site education programs for visiting groups • Early childhood classes for ages 6 months to 5 years • Overnight adventures To book a group reservation, please call us at 973.731.5800 ext. 221 and ask for group sales. For more information and reservations, contact our NOW! BOOKING 2017 Education Department at 973.731.5800, Ext. 103. FIELD TRIPS FOR SCHOOL AND CAMP GROUPS

Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. Essex County Essex County Executive South Mountain Recreation Complex and the Board of Chosen Freeholders 560 Northfield Avenue Britnee N. Timberlake Rolando Bobadilla West Orange, NJ 07052 President Rufus I. Johnson Lebby C. Jones www.essexcountynj.org/parks Brendan W. Gill Supported in part by a grant Vice President Leonard M. Luciano from New Jersey Department of Wayne L. Richardson State, Division of Travel and Tourism PUTTING Patricia Sebold ESSEX COUNTY Cynthia D. Toro FIRST

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Essex County Turtle Back Zoo Zoo Summer Camp 560 Northfield Avenue It’s never too early to think of summer! West Orange, NJ Turtle Back Zoo hosts week-long, fun, science-based camps for ages 973.731.5800 5 to 14. Teacher-led lessons, behind-the-scenes experiences, up- www.essexcountynj.org/TurtleBackZoo close animal encounters, fun crafts and, of course, time in the Zoo, make this camp a must do on your summer fun list. Essex County Turtle Back Zoo is committed to providing an Save the Date! Online registration for zoo summer camp opens to enriching recreational experience that fosters excellence in wildlife Zoo Members on March 18, 2017. Registration for general public education and wildlife conservation, so that present and future opens two weeks later on April 1. generations are inspired to understand, appreciate and protect the fragile interdependence of all living things. Spring Break Zoo Camp Features include: Endangered Species Carousel, Pony Rides, Petting April 10-14, 9am-4pm daily Farm, Train, Aviary, Touch Tank, Butterfly Tent, and Playground. Enjoy your break from school and plan to get wild at the Zoo! A camp day includes hands-on scientific experiments, teacher-led Hours of Operation lessons, behind-the-scenes experiences, up-close animal encounters, Through March 31: 10am-3:30pm Daily fun crafts and, of course, time in the Zoo! Join us for one day or April 1-October 31: 10am-4:30pm Daily attend all week. Learn more and register online. Rates Through March 31 April 1–Oct. 31 Spring Early Childhood Classes Adult $12.00 $15.00 Are you looking for fun and interactive programs that encourage Child/ Senior 62+ $10.00 $12.00 family learning and foster early environmental awareness? Turtle Child 23 months Back Zoo Early Childhood Programs continue this spring with and under Free Free several programs for pre-school age children. Please check out the Rental Safari calendar for our current listings. Double Strollers $7.00 $7.00

2017 Essex County Open House Saturday, June 3 10am-2pm Free Admission Visit the Zoo for games and activities to entertain and provide information to raise public awareness about the programs and services provided by Essex County.

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The Essex County Ronald J. Mount Lion Exhibit

Looking forward to your visit!

Coming in Spring LIONS & HYENAS JOIN THE 2017

2017 dates are out! A unique look at the zoo and its nocturnal animal collection, Night Moves gives visitors a guided evening tour of zoo exhibits where they will learn about different animal senses and adaptations. Online registration required. • Friday, May 5th, 7:30pm • Thursday, May 25th, 7:30pm • Thursday, June 1st, 8pm • Thursday, July 13th, 8pm • Thursday, August 3rd, 8pm • Saturday, August 19th, 8pm • Friday, September 8th, 7pm

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WEDNESDAY EVENINGS IN JULY & AUGUST! Enjoy blockbuster movies under the stars on the rooftop of our parking deck at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. Bring your own chair. Rain cancels.

FREE FILMS BEGIN ADMISSION AT DUSK

July 5th

July 12th July 19th July 26th August 2nd

August 9th August 16th August 23rd August 30th

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PARTY FOR Storytime THE PLANET with the Easter Bunny

Friday, April 14; Saturday, April 15 Saturday, April 22, 11am-2pm and Sunday, April 16 Included with zoo admission 10am and 12:30pm Hop over to the Zoo this spring! Experience Turtle Back Zoo and the Ticket includes story time, photo with the Easter Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ annual Earth Day Bunny, an animal presentation, zoo admission, light Celebration. Animal talks and entertainment help refreshments, and a cookie. Event lasts approximately young and old connect with the natural world. New 45 minutes. Recommended for children ages 12 and this year – make sure you swing over to the Children’s younger. All children must be accompanied by a paying Music Festival on the amphitheater stage to welcome adult. Space is limited. Register online. your inner party animal.

Summer Zoo Sleepover Pokémon GO Zoo Nights Saturday, June 10 to Sunday, June 11 Thursdays in August 5pm-8am (the event is overnight) Thursdays in August are Pokémon GO Zoo Nights! Enjoy catching $100.00 per person for non-Zoological Society members and battling unique creatures throughout the Zoo with 17 PokeStops $90.00 per person for Zoological Society members and 2 Gyms. Lures will be released every half hour during the event. The public is invited to spend a WILD night at the zoo. Explore the Paid admission is required to enter the Zoo each evening. Learn zoo in the dark while learning about TBZ’s mission of conservation more about playing Pokémon Go at the Zoo at http://turtlebackzoo. and stewardship. For ages 6 and up. Please note that groups must com/play-pokemon-go/. #TBZGO have one adult chaperone for every four children and all adults and children must be registered.

Breakfast with the Giraffes Saturday, June 24 and Sunday, June 25 8-10am $55.00 Zoological Society members; $75 non-members Visit Turtle Back Zoo for a breakfast with the giraffes! Participants will get to meet giraffe keepers, the giraffes and other African animals. In addition to a hot breakfast and the meet and greets, there will be a behind the scenes tour of the giraffe house. This event will be located on the path at the African Adventure Exhibit.

Family Fun Nights Wednesdays and Thursdays from July 5 to August 31 Essex County Turtle Back Zoo has extended hours to 8:30pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays from July 5th to August 31st. Enjoy the Zoo when the summer temperatures are cooler and the workday is over. 13 ESSEX COUNTY SOUTH MOUNTAIN RECREATION COMPLEX THE FUN STARTS HERE!

Essex County Codey Arena 560 Northfield Avenue West Orange, NJ Phone: 973.731.3828 Fax: 973.731.5614 www.essexcountynj.org

The arena is open to the public for ice skating, group skating lessons, private skating parties, along with figure skating and ice hockey camps. Many ice skating competitions, including the Figure Skating Winter ESCapade, the New Jersey State High School hockey state games, the Essex County Winter Holiday Hockey Tournament and many other skating events are hosted at the arena. Some non-ice events the arena has hosted include the Essex County Wrestling Tournament, ESPN Friday Night Fights and the ATU National Taekwondo Championships. Hours of Operation Open daily; call ahead or check the daily ice skating schedule on the website for public skating and freestyle skating times. For additional information or if you would like to schedule a Public Skating Rates birthday party, group outing or private rental, call the arena front office at 973.731.3828, Ext. 1. Adults $8.00 Public Session Discount Card - $80.00 Learn to Skate (12 sessions for the price of 10) The Learn to Skate program introduces skaters to the basic skills of Children $6.00 ice skating. Classes are offered during the fall, winter, spring and Public Session Discount Card - $60.00 summer seasons for six, seven or eight weeks. For registration and (12 sessions for the price of 10) schedule information, please call 973.731.3828, Ext. 223. Seniors $6.00 Upcoming Events Public Session Discount Card - $60.00 (12 sessions for the price of 10) March 16-19 Devils Youth Shamrock Tournament Skate rentals $4.00 July 10-14 Great Saves Goaltending Camp Freestyle $15.00 hour session July 17-21 Erik Nates Euro Hockey School Freestyle Discount Card - $150 card July 21-23 Simply Defense Camp (12 sessions for the price of 10) Private Ice Rentals $400.00 hour ($300 hour July & August) July 24-28 Great Saves Goaltending Camp Party Room $100.00 for three hours July 31-Aug 4 Pro Ambitions Hockey School

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Essex County Golf New registrations Golf Administration Office The County will accept only a valid New Jersey Driver’s License with 220 Franklin Avenue current address and one current utility bill (Telephone, PSE&G or Cable only) with the applicant’s name on it. If bills are in a spouse’s Belleville, NJ name, the applicant must show a copy of a marriage certificate. We will also accept Passports with an Essex County address. Golf Administration: Renewals Tim Christ, Director of Operations 973-751-0384 Golfers must provide proof of residency annually when renewing Jacqueline Martinez, Golf Administration 973-302-4587 their Golf ID card. Proof of residency is a valid New Jersey Driver’s Dell Johnson, Golf ID 973-302-4362 License and a current utility bill (Telephone, PSE&G or Cable only) Automated Tee Time System: 973-450-0707 with the applicant’s name on it. If bills are in a spouse’s name, the applicant must show a copy of a marriage certificate. The Department of Parks has long been at the forefront of efforts to Golf Cards provide exposure to, and broaden the understanding and enjoyment of the sport of golf. We provide unique opportunities for both male There are eight (8) types of Essex County Golf Cards: Adult Resident $45.00 Gold $85.00 and female golfers of all ages and abilities. Our mission is to make Senior/Junior $25.00 Gold $60.00 golf an affordable and accessible sport to anyone who wishes to play. Senior Seasonal (80 rounds) $500.00 Our golf schedule introduces anyone and everyone to the sport of Junior Seasonal (Mon-Fri) $75.00 golf in an educational, recreational, instructional and competitive Disabled Resident $25.00 environment, or any combination of these formats. All the participant Weequahic Non-Resident $69.00 Gold $99.00 needs to bring is an interest in the sport of golf. Hendricks Field & Weequahic Non-Resident $109.00 Gold $139.00 General Golf Information Hendricks, Weequahic & The County of Essex requires each golfer to enroll with the County Byrne Non–Resident $139.00 Gold $169.00 prior to using the automated tee time system. You may enroll in A Gold Card enables golfers to make tee time reseravations 10 days person at all three golf courses Monday through Friday from 8:30am in advance, enrolls the golfer into the New Jersey Golf Association to 4:00pm and on Saturday from 8:30am to 12:00pm. e-benefits program and enrolls the golfer into the Golf Handicapping Index System.

GOLF COURSE OPENING DATES

Date Doors Open First Tee Off Time Register Close Opening Day March 3 7:30am all days 8:00am all days 1½ hour before sunset Season Time Change March 17 7am all days 7:30am all days 1½ hour before sunset March 31 6:30am all days 7am all days 1½ hour before sunset April 14 6am all days 6:30am all days 1½ hour before sunset May 5 5am all days 6am all days 1½ hour before sunset August 4 6am all days 6:30am all days 1½ hour before sunset September 8 6:30am all days 7am all days 1½ hour before sunset September 22 7am all days 7:30am all days 1½ hour before sunset October 13 7:30am all days 8am all days 1½ hour before sunset Twilight Time Periods December, January and February after 1pm November after 2pm March and October after 3pm April, May and September after 4pm June, July and August after 5pm

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Essex County Francis Byrne Golf Course Pleasant Valley Way West Orange, NJ Clubhouse Manager: Larry Pallante 973.736.2306 Essex County Francis Byrne Golf Course dates back to 1926, when it was designed as a private country club course by noted golf architect Charles Banks. Through our renovation project, many of the course features have been restored to their classic roots, making Byrne one of the premiere public golf destinations in the state. A number of holes are based on famous courses from Scotland, including the par five 1st hole that is modeled after the Road Hole at St. Andrews. Among other classic holes on the Byrne Golf Course are the long par three Biarritz 2nd hole that measures well over 200 yards from the th Group Golf championship tee and the short 11 that is similar to the Eden hole that is also found at St. Andrews, as well as many of the best private The Group Golf program is for all groups interested in an 18-hole clubs in the United States. The back nine at Byrne includes several long event with 20 golfers or more. Open to all organizations. Limited par four holes, such as the 12th and 15th, the latter of which champion dates, courses and times available. Please call the Director of Golf golfer Bobby Jones considered to be one of the most difficult holes in Operations to schedule available times at a select course. America. Junior Golf This beautiful course in West Orange features deep bunkers, hilly The Essex County Parks Department believes it is important to grow topography and rolling greens that combine to create a wonderfully the game of golf and we believe there is no better place to start than challenging layout that measures nearly 6,800 yards and offers public with the Junior Golfers. We have special Junior golf rates and have golfers the rare opportunity to play a course from golf’s Golden Age developed a relationship with The First Tee program promoting of Design. leadership initiatives and positive life skills in our community’s youth. Children between 11 years of age and 15 years of age are required to Green Fees Cardholder Non-cardholder have a parent or guardian supervisor over the age of 18 years. Adult Weekday $28.00 $44.00 USGA Handicap System Adult Weekend/Holiday $34.00 $51.00 The Department of Parks, in cooperation with the NJSGA, offers Senior, Junior, the USGA GHIN handicap program. Computers are available at all Disabled-Weekday $19.00 $29.00 three golf courses. We encourage interested individuals to subscribe to the service for a nominal fee and receive handicap updates every Twilight Weekdays $21.00 $26.00 two weeks. Twilight Weekends/Holidays $24.00 $30.00

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Essex County Hendricks Field Essex County Weequahic Park Golf Course Golf Course 220 Franklin Avenue Elizabeth and Grumman Avenues Belleville, NJ Newark, NJ Clubhouse Manager: Jerry Torella Clubhouse Manager: Jerry Mays 973.751.0178 973.926.2520

Designed by architect Charles Banks, Essex County Hendricks Field Essex County Weequahic Park Golf Course is set on a beautifully Golf Course features well contoured putting surfaces and many interest- rolling property. New bunkers have been added to the course through ing holes. Opened in 1929, renovations at Hendricks have included our renovations process that have greatly enhanced its strategic and the reconstruction of tees and bunkers, as well as extensive upgrades visual appeal. Tucked in the corner of historic Essex County Weequahic in drainage that have significantly improved playing conditions. Park, this is the first public course in New Jersey, having been designed by Baltusrol Golf Club professional George Low in 1913. Hendricks has a number of classically designed holes, such as the par four 4th hole that has a cluster of Principal’s Nose bunkers in the While Weequahic measures slightly less than 6,000 yards, the course center of the fairway that present strategic decisions, and the exacting offers an ideal golfing landscape and its small greens make low par three 6th hole with a green that is almost completely surrounded scoring difficult. Among the best holes on this lovely course are the by bunkers. Among the best holes on the back nine is the par five uphill par five rd3 with two large bunkers carved in the hillside, as 10th where golfers must negotiate a stream that crosses the fairway well as the long par four 16th that plays to the crest of this same hill to reach the green. The narrow fairways and well-guarded greens and down to the green that is set in the base of its long slope. at Hendricks require both accurate and thoughtful play to add to Green Fees Cardholder Non-cardholder golfers’ enjoyment at this hidden gem in Belleville. Adult Weekday $22.00 $35.00 Green Fees Cardholder Non-cardholder Adult Weekend/Holiday Adult Weekday $22.00 $35.00 (Friday from Memorial-Labor Day) $26.00 $45.00 Adult Weekend/Holiday Senior, Junior, (Friday from Memorial-Labor Day) $26.00 $45.00 Disabled-Weekday $16.00 $27.00 Senior, Junior, Twilight Weekdays $18.00 $22.00 Disabled- Weekday $16.00 $27.00 Twilight Weekends/Holidays $21.00 $26.00 Twilight Weekdays $18.00 $22.00 9 Hole Weekday (after 11am) $16.00 $30.00 Twilight Weekends/Holidays $21.00 $26.00 9 Hole Weekend (after 11am) $19.00 $36.00 9 Hole Weekday (after 11am) $16.00 $30.00 Winter Rate 9 Hole Weekend (after 11am) $19.00 $36.00 (January and February) $18.00 $26.00 Winter Rate (January and February) $18.00 $26.00

Holidays Observed During the Golfing Season Holiday/Weekend Rates Apply Good Friday, April 14 Memorial Day, May 29 All Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day are considered Weekend Rates Independence Day, July 4th Labor Day, September 4 Columbus Day, October 9

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Essex County Special Events Environmental Center For a full listing of Essex County Environmental Center programs, 621-B Eagle Rock Avenue please contact 973-228-8776 or visit: Roseland, NJ http://www.essexcountyparks.org/facilities/environmental-center 973.228.8776 Three-Part Series: Stress Release Using Hours of Operation Emotional Freedom Techniques Mondays through Fridays from 9am-5pm; Mondays, April 10, 17, 24 Saturdays from 10am-2pm 6:45pm-7:45pm Closed on Good Friday and Independence Day For adults. Most individuals feel stress in one or more areas of life. Fees vary by program Relationships, work, health, spirituality, and finances commonly contribute to stress. Regardless of the cause, stress has serious The Essex County Environmental Center at Essex County West effects on the body, and reducing it can lead to a healthier, happier Essex Park is situated in a wooded wetland habitat with access to the experience of life. Participants will learn and use EFT (Emotional . This interesting and affordable education center offers Freedom Techniques) to de-stress and to gain new perspectives and naturalist-led field trips for school groups, scouts and community insights. Participants will use acupressure points to tap into areas of groups, as well as birthday parties for children and after school emotional stress. This modality is easy to learn and use and, once special interest clubs. The state-of-the-art facility also is available for learned, can be used any time day or night. This class is suitable for booking community/family events and corporate business outings. beginners and those with no prior knowledge of EFT as well as those The Center’s environmental educational programs are carefully who know EFT and would like to benefit from the group dynamic. designed, with either a structured or unstructured format, to Minimum number of participants and advance registration are create opportunities for families to get outside and into the parks required. Fee: $10.00 per adult per class. For information, call while having fun and learning in multiple subject areas. All Center 973.228.8776. programs encourage participants to think about environmental stewardship and natural habitats and, with this in mind, foster an Spring Camp appreciation for the natural world — parks, outdoor recreation, and Tuesday, April 11; Wednesday, April 12; Thursday, April 13 ecological conservation. The Center offers nature- and science- For children in grades 1 through 5 based programming for toddlers through senior citizens, school 12:30pm-4:30pm groups, scout organizations, and the general public. Restore the bond between children and nature. Children will have the opportunity to explore nature at the Essex County Environmental Field trip opportunities for school groups are available year-round Center with educator/naturalists. Minimum number of participants and programs are correlated to the State of New Jersey’s Core and advance registration are required. For information and Curriculum Content Standards. For more information or to book a registration fees, call 973.228.8776. program, please call 973-228-8776.

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Food And Essential Oils: The New Flavor Enhancers Nature Paper Making Thursday, April 20 Saturday, May 20 7pm-9pm 10:30am to 12pm Participants will take part in a live cooking demonstration, For adults and children ages 8 and up. Making paper is always fun, experiencing the dietary additives of essential oils to common dishes. but today let’s gather colors from nature and create a special piece The best part is that participants get to eat what is cooked. Recipes that may be framed at home. Advance registration is required; call will be given for each dish prepared. Program facilitators are Natisha 973.228.8776. Minimum number of participants required. Fee: $10 White who has an A.S. in Culinary Arts, B.S. in Nutrition and Food per adult, $8 per child. Science and is owner of Lifestyle Motives offering personalized nutrition counseling, and Dena Corbin, who is a retired special Memorial Day Paddle education teacher and presently program designer for Natural Monday, May 29 Ground 1, specializing in essential oil education, application, 10:30am-12:30pm OR 2-4pm and promotion. Minimum number of participants and advance For adults and children ages 10 and up who are accompanied registration are required. Fee: $20.00 per person. For information, by an adult. Take a leisurely paddle on the Passaic River. Paddlers call 973.228.8776. will enjoy scenery and peacefulness as they paddle up the river and then float down slowly at the pace of the current. The session Earth Day Celebration includes paddling safety and techniques and all equipment. This Saturday, April 29 trip is appropriate for beginners and children 10 and up who are 11am-4pm accompanied by a parent or guardian. Advance registration is Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to this annual outdoor required by May 26. Minimum number of participants required. For Earth celebration. On this special day, celebrate nature with crafts, information, call 973.228.8776. Fee: $30.00 per canoe or $15.00 per games, and recreational opportunities, such as canoeing and hiking. person. Enjoy demonstrations, information, a local eco-vendors’ sale with Environmental Center staff and partner groups on hand to guide Bike Right – Learn To Ride you throughout the day. FREE. Saturday, June 24 10:30am to 12:30pm Thursday Evening Yoga Saturday, July 15 Thursdays, May 4, 11, 18, 25; June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 10:30am to 12:30pm July 6, 13, 20, 27; August 3, 10, 17, 24 Saturday, August 19 6:15pm to 7:30pm 10:30am to 12:30pm For adults. This “all levels” yoga series will focus on alignment, Children ages 5 and older. Make learning to ride a bike easier for flow and warmth followed by a restorative pose to unwind the body your child with TransOptions’ Bike Right Learn to Ride class. Bike and mind for bed. All levels are welcome. Advance registration and Right Learn to Ride will teach your child the safe, easy and effective monthly payment are required; call 973.228.8776. No refunds for way to learn to ride. Using this “balance first” method, parents help missed classes. Minimum number of participants required. Fee: $10 get their children rolling while the child does most of the work. per class. Participants learn the basics of balancing, starting, stopping, and steering a bike, as well as proper helmet fit and adjustment. Please Friday Morning Yoga bring a helmet and a bike (without training wheels) in good working Fridays, May 5, 12, 19, 26; June 2, 16, 23, 30; order. In the event of rain, this program will be rescheduled. Meet in July 7, 14, 21, 28; August 4, 11, 18, 25 Garibaldi Hall. Advance registration is required; call 973.228.8776. 9:30am to 10:45am Minimum number of participants required. Fee: $8 per child. For adults. This class will explore the many joys of yoga. Breathing synchronized with movement will warm the body and relax the mind. Wilderness Skills Summer Camp All levels are welcome. Come weekly or for just one class. Advance Wednesday to Friday, June 28 to June 30 and/or July 5 to July 7 registration is required; call 973.228.8776. Dress comfortably and 9:30am-2:30pm bring your own mat. (Monday classes run October through March.) For grades 5 to 8. For grades 5 to 8. Join Traditional Earth Skills Fee: $10 per class. Instructor Mike Dennis for up to two sessions of outdoor skills building. During session one, students will take a traditional Mother’s Day Annual Plant Sale approach and, during session two, a modern approach will be Saturday, May 13 followed. Participants will identify plants, learn to track animals, 9am-3pm create fire, go canoeing, make natural rope, build shelters and more! For all ages. Stop by the Rutgers Master Gardener’s annual plant Call the Center at 973.228.8776 for details. Advance registration is sale for a wide variety of annuals, perennials, ornamentals, shrubs, required. Fee: $185 per child/per week. small trees, vegetables and hanging baskets. For more details, call the Rutgers Master Gardeners’ Helpline at 973-228-2210 from Monday Nature Explorers Summer Camp to Thursday between 10am and 2pm. Admission is FREE but plants July 10 to July 21, Grades Pre-K and Kindergarten are for sale. 12:30pm-3:30pm

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July 24 to August 4, Grades 1 and 2 12:30pm-4:30pm August 7 to August 18, Grades 3 and 4 12:30pm-4:30pm Enjoy exploring and discovering woodland and river habitats for insects, birds, amphibians, Lenape life and much more. Sign up for one or two weeks per grade level. Call the Center at 973.228.8776 for details. Advance registration is required. Fee: $160 per child/per week for Pre K and K, $180 per child/per week for Grades 1 and 2; $200 per child/per week for Grades 3 and 4.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Saturday, July 15 12:30pm to 1:30pm Children ages 3 to 5. Come dressed for a butterfly parade around the trails to learn about a day in the life of the monarch. We will also check out food sources for other caterpillars and butterflies. This program includes entry into our live butterfly tent. Minimum Buzz into Action with Insect Education number of participants required. Advance registration is required; Saturday, July 22 call 973.228.8776. Fee: $8 per child. 10:30am to 11:30am For children ages 5 and older. Join us for a family fun and hands- Butterfly Tent Safari on presentation all about bugs n’ butterflies. This program includes Monday, July 17 through Friday, July 28 entry into our live butterfly tent. Minimum number of participants 12noon-3pm required. Advance registration is required; call 973.228.8776. Fee: $8 Saturdays, July 15, July 22 & July 29 – Special Programs TBA per child, $10 per adult. For all ages. Flutter on over and visit our live butterfly tent. All are welcome to make-and-take a butterfly craft and participate in table Family Walk & Campfire activities. More information on registration and fees will follow in Thursday, July 27 our summer brochure. 6:30pm to 8pm Thursday, August 17 6:30pm to 8pm All ages are welcome. Join a naturalist for a short walk on the trails to experience forest life at dusk. After the walk, enjoy a campfire and some fire-popped organic popcorn. Advance registration is required; call 973.228.8776. Minimum number of participants required. Fee: $8 per child, $10 per adult. The Grover Cleveland Butterfly Gardening Workshop Saturday, July 29 Park Conservancy 12noon to 1:30pm For adults and children ages 8 and older. Learn to garden for butterflies with Jean Greeley, an Essex County Rutgers Master Gardener and butterfly enthusiast. The presentation and discussion Over 15 years of dedicated service will be followed by a visit to butterfly host and nectar plants within ~maintaining our gardens. This program includes a few minutes in our live butterfly tent. Advance registration is required; call 973.228.8776. Fee: $8 per ~restoring child, $10 per adult.

~preserving Buzzfest the "gem" of Essex County! Saturday, August 5 11am to 1pm We need your support! Have you ever wondered how honey goes from hive to jar? Come Become a member or donate today! join our local beekeeper as he extracts honey from a real hive! You’ll even get a sample taste. We’ll have crafts, games, an observation www.groverclevelandpark.org hive and more. Learn about bees, their current challenges, and how facebook.com/groverclevelandpark we can help. Minimum number of participants required. Advance Instagram gcpc_essexcounty registration and payment are required; call 973.228.8776. Fee: $5 per person for ages 2 and up. 20 Weequahic Park Programs & Events

SPRING & SUMMER FUN IN THE PARKS WEEQUAHIC PARK NFL FLAG FOOTBALL Essex County Park League Activities: May - August Spring & Summer Sports League geared towards competitive sportsmanship and leadership skills with kids between the ages of 4-13. All Municipalities and Essex County Parks Summer/Youth Camps are welcome to register and participate. Includes: Tennis, flag football, track & field, basketball, baseball, softball and other sports. For more information visit www.weequahicpark.com or call (973) 877-9772.

WEEQUAHIC PARK NEIGHBORHOOD TOUR Saturday, May 20 at 11:00am Have You Met Newark Tours has been providing fun, informative tours in Newark for 4 years. Join us for a tour of Essex County’s Weequahic Park in Newark. Tour will include history on the park and Weequahic neighborhood, recent developments, and WEEQUAHIC PARK YOUTH NFL FLAG PROGRAM [8 Week Program] stories. The tour will be approximately 2 hours and include guest speakers and small Regular Registration: February 1st - March 26th snacks. The tour is free. For more information or to sign up visit Launch/Season Dates: April 2 - 16│May 21 - June 25 www.haveyoumetnewark.com or call (973) 877-9772. Weequahic Park Sports Authority is hosting our Youth NFL Football League in Essex County’s Weequahic Park where we are committed to teaching the WEEQUAHIC PARK ELECTRONIC WASTE EVENT fundamentals in the game of football. Registration is open for youth ages 5-13 Thursday, May 25 from 7:30am – 2:00pm (coed divisions). For more information or to register your child visit Got old TVs, computers, phones, or other electronics lying around the house? Unsure www.weequahicpark.com or call (973) 877-9772. (Registration Fees Apply) of what to do with them? Join Weequahic Park Sports Authority, Essex County, Panasonic, Covanta, and other partners for the Electronic Waste Recycling Day at the WEEQUAHIC PARK ARBOR DAY end of May in Essex County’s Weequahic Park located in Newark, NJ. The event Community Clean-up Event encourages residents to drop off electronic waste and help to create healthier, greener Friday, April 28; 12:00pm - 4:00pm neighborhoods! For more information visit www.weequahicpark.com or call Join Weequahic Park Sports Authority in celebrating our Annual Arbor Day (973) 877-9772. Community Cleanup Event in Essex County’s Weequahic Park. Help us reach our goal to beautify and revitalize Weequahic Park for the entire community to enjoy for years to come. Let us know you're coming by preregistering at www.weequahicpark.com or contact us at (973) 877-9772 for more information. (No Cost To Attend)

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WEEQUAHIC PARK MEMORIAL WALK AND RUN Saturday, July 1; 9:00am - 12:00pm [Rain Date: July 2nd; 9:00am -12:00pm] Join Weequahic Park Sports Authority in celebrating our 2nd Annual Memorial Walk and Run hosted in Essex County's Weequahic Park. Every contribution will result in planting NEW TULIP BULBS throughout Weequahic Park in honor of your loved one. Help us plant bulbs of love throughout Weequahic Park by supporting this event. Let WEEQUAHIC PARK BLOOMING OF THE TULIPS us know you're coming by preregistering at www.weequahicpark.com or contact us Community Beautification at (973) 877-9772 for more information. (Registration Fees Apply) April and May Visit Essex County’s Weequahic Park this spring to see the Blooming of the WEEQUAHIC PARK MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT Memorial Tulip Gardens. Help us reach our goal to Plant 100,000 Tulips to beautify Location: Carl Sharif Playground and revitalize Weequahic Park for the entire community to enjoy for years to come. Friday afternoons | July and August 4:00 pm - 6:00pm For more information visit www.weequahicpark.com or call (973) 877-9772. Enjoy the playground as it comes alive with fun activities for kids and family members. Entertainment and informational outreach will be provided. For more information visit www.weequahicpark.com or call (973) 877-9772. (No Cost To Attend) WEEQUAHIC PARK FAMILY KITE EVENT

WEEQUAHIC PARK FAMILY KITE EVENT WEEQUAHIC PARK -­‐ ALL DAY YOUTH SPORTS SUMMER CAMP Saturday, May 6; 12:00pm - 4pm Rain Date: May 13; 12:00pm - 4:00pm July 10th - August 18th (Monday- Friday) from 9:00am - 4:00pm [Morning/Evening Extended Care available] Join Weequahic Park Sports Authority in celebrating Our 4th Annual Family Kite Weequahic Park Sports Authority presents our All-Day Youth Sports Summer Camp Day in Weequahic Park. Enjoy great family fun under the sun while flying kites in Essex County’s Weequahic Park. We are committed to introducing youth to the high in the sky. Let us know you're coming by preregistering at fundamentals of sports (baseball, football, basketball, tennis, etc.). Enrollment www.weequahicpark.com or contact us at (973) 877-9772 for more information. available for youth ages 5-13 (coed). For more information or to register your child (No Cost To Attend) visit www.weequahicpark.com or call (973) 877-9772. (Registration Fees Apply).

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Essex County Riker Hill Art Park Open House and Art Sale 284 Beaufort Avenue Saturday, June 3 & Sunday, June 4; 12noon -5pm Livingston, NJ 07039 Free admission; artwork will be for sale www.essexcountynj.org Get an inside glimpse of the art world by attending the Essex County Riker Hill Art Park Open House. While visiting a variety Essex County Riker Hill Art Park is a former United States Army of different art studios, visitors will have the opportunity to talk Nike Missile Tracking Base. The 42-acre complex was purchased to the artists, purchase art work, and stop by the gallery to view a from the federal government for one dollar in 1974. The buildings, compilation exhibition. Artists in residence work in a variety of which once housed army facilities, have been transformed into 38 disciplines, including clay, jewelry, glass blowing, painting, sculpture, artist studios. Artists-in-residence work in various disciplines such printmaking and photography. as painting, fine metal jewelry, ceramics, pottery, glass-blowing, fine prints, photography, and sculpture. Hours of Operation The grounds at Riker Hill Art Park are open from dawn to dusk seven days a week. Studio Rentals Rates are set annually by county ordinance. In County residents may rent studio space on an annual basis for $6.00 per square foot. Out-of- county residents may rent studio space on an annual basis for $7.50 per square foot. To receive an application, please contact the Essex County Division of Cultural and Historic Affairs at 973.433.7469.

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Becker Park Conservancy Hilltop Conservancy SPARK: Friends of Howard Silverberg, Chairperson Geordie Smith Email: [email protected] Email: VicePresidenthilltopconservancy.org Nancy Zak, Chairperson www.beckerparkconservancy.org www.hilltopconservancy.org Email: [email protected] www.riverbankpark.org Brookdale Park Conservancy Ivy Hill Neighborhood Mollie Smith, Chairperson Association Verona Park Conservancy Email: Houston Stevens, Chairperson Jim McGregor, Chairperson [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.brookdaleparkconservancy.org www.ihnanewark.org www.veronapark.org Essex County Parks Foundation Kip’s Castle Park Conservancy Friends of Watsessing Lou LaSalle, President Jim Robbins, Chairperson Park Conservancy Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Gouri Sadhwani, Chairperson www.kipscastle.org Email: [email protected] www.friendsofwatsessing.org Conservancy Presby Memorial Iris Gardens James Christiano, Chairperson Citizens Committee Weequahic Park Association Email: [email protected] Nancy Skjei-Lawes, Chairperson Wilbur McNeal www.eaglerockreservation.org Email: [email protected] Weequahic Park Sports Authority www.presbyirisgardens.com Friends of Anderson Park Douglas Freeman, President Scott Kevelson, Chairperson South Mountain Conservancy Park Conservancy Email: [email protected] Dennis Percher, Chairperson Ronald Pate, Chairperson www.friendsofandersonpark.com Email: [email protected] www.wepc.us www.somocon.org Friends of Irvington Park West Side Park Conservancy Sandy Jones, Chairperson Sheila Pitts, Chairperson Grover Cleveland Park Email: [email protected] Conservancy Zoological Society of NJ Lisa Garrity, Chairperson Email: [email protected] Adam Kerins, Executive Director www.groverclevelandpark.org Email: [email protected] www.turtlebackzoo.com

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Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Office 115 Clifton Avenue Newark Phone: (973) 268-3500 Fairfield PARKS North Caldwell Anderson Park Cedar Grove Bellevue Ave. & Park N. Mountain Ave. Fairview Avenue Mills Resrvation Montclair West Caldwell Hilltop Cedar Grove Reservation Becker Park Presby Memorial Environmental Iris Gardens Locust Ave., Roseland Center Verona Upper Caldwell Montclair Belleville Park Becker Kips Castle Anderson Park West Essex Bloomfield AvenuePark Park Belleville Ave. Park Grover Cleveland Park Montclair Nutley Belleville Verona Bloomfield Avenue Branch Brook Park Roseland Park Brookdale Park Ave. & Lake Street Becker Park Pleasant Valley Way Park

Newark Eagle Rock Bloomfield Reservation Clifton Ave. Belleville Newark Glenfield Park Park Brookdale Park Riker Hill West Orange Hendricks Field Livingston Complex Golf Course Watchung Ave., Bloomfield Belleville Francis A. Byrne Garden State Parkway Grove Street, Montclair Golf Course Watsessing Northfield Ave. Park Cedar Grove Park Cherry Lane Orange Branch Brook Park Fairview Ave. Bloomfield Avenue East Orange Cedar Grove Monte Irvin South Mountain Orange Park Recreation Complex Glenfield Park Turtle Back Zoo Maple Ave. & Codey Arena miniGOLF South Orange Woodland Ave. Short Hills TreeTop Adventure Course Paddle Boating Montclair Vailsburg Newark Park West Side Park Riverbank Grover Cleveland Park Park Millburn South Mountain Ivy Hill Park Brookside Ave. & Reservation Maplewood Runnymede Road Irvington Veterans Riverfront Memorial Park Essex Fells/Caldwell Irvington Park Park Independence Park Independence Van Buren Street & Park

Walnut Street Weequahic Newark Vailsburg Park Park South Orange Ave. & Irvington Park Weequahic Grove Street & Lyons Ave. Oraton Parkway Golf Course Irvington Newark Ivy Hill Park Verona Park RESERVATIONS Mt. Vernon Place Bloomfield Ave. & FACILITIES Newark Lakeside Ave. South Mountain Codey Arena Verona GOLF COURSES Monte Irvin Reservation 560 Northfield Ave. Veterans Memorial So. Orange Ave. & West Orange Francis Byrne Orange Park Golf Course Center Street & Park Cherry Lane miniGOLF Safari West Market Street & West Orange Pleasant Valley Way Harrison Street 9 Cherry Lane West Orange Orange Wickliffe Street Eagle Rock West Orange Newark Hendricks Field Kip’s Castle Park Reservation Environmental Prospect Ave. & Golf Course 22 Crestmont Road Center 220 Franklin Ave. Verona Bloomfield Ave., Eagle Rock Ave. 621-B Eagle Rock Ave. Bloomfield West Orange Belleville Presby Memorial Roseland Glenwood Ave., Weequahic Park Iris Gardens East Orange Riker Hill Art Park Golf Course 474 Upper Mountain Ave. Normal Ave. & 284 Beaufort Ave. Weequahic Park Elizabeth Ave. & Upper Montclair Reservoir Drive Livingston Elizabeth Ave. & Cedar Grove Grumman Ave. Riverbank Park Paddle Boating Newark Meeker Ave. West Essex Park Market Street & Newark 7 Cherry Hill Lane Somme Street Eagle Rock Ave. & West Orange Newark West Side Park Passaic River So. 13th Street & 18th Ave. Roseland Treetop Adventure Riverfront Park Course Newark & 560 Northfield Ave. Yanticaw Park Brill Street Fairview Ave. West Orange Newark Centre Street & Park Drive Cedar Grove Nutley Turtle Back Zoo 560 Northfield Ave. 24 West Orange