Archive by Author | Nancy Madacsi
Events September 6-11th
Harvest Moon Celebration and Garlic Fest
Saturday, September 6
Lusscroft Farm
50 Neilson Road
Wantage, NJ 07461
Sparta Historical Society presents Thomas Edison, major local employer
Thomas Edison built a massive industrial complex in Sparta/Ogdensburg that employed 500 men at its peak in the late 1800s, only to close in 1900 forever. Vestiges of his operation are visible near the monument on Edison Road, but they barely hint at the story.
On Thursday, September 11 at 7:30 pm, the Sparta Historical Society welcomes Leonard DeGraaf, an archivist at the Thomas Edison National Historical Park, who will present an illustrated program on this important piece of local history. While researching for his latest book on Edison, DeGraaf came across interviews of miners who had worked in this complex, including some who had known Thomas Edison, so he will share stories of innovation, business development, and lives of the workers as well as show photographs of Edison’s ore milling operation.
Before joining the National Park Service in 1991, DeGraaf was on the staff of the Thomas A. Edison Papers. He is the author of Historic Photos of Thomas Edison (2008), and in his 2013 book, Edison and the Rise of Innovation, he chronicles Edison’s life and work by making lively and lavish use of never-before-published primary sources. The book includes Edison’s personal and business correspondence, lab notebooks, drawings, and advertising material, along with both historic and modern photographs. Another famous innovator – Bill Gates – wrote its foreword.
DeGraaf’s books will be available for purchase and signing. Refreshments will be served.
This event will be in the lower level of the Sparta Ambulance Building at 14 Sparta Avenue, Sparta. Admission to this program is free to all members. Guests are invited to attend for a nominal charge of $1 per student, $3 per adult. For more information, please contact Ed Fritsch at 973-729-0644.
Events August 25- September 1
There are a number of events this week, visit a canal, mine minerals, visit an art gallery and attend a Scandinavian fete.
Stewards of Park History — Meeting and Dessert
Monday August 25, 6:45-9:00 pm
Call 973-534-2845 for more information
Email: hdannatt@earthlink.net for more information
Waterloo Canal Heritage Day
Saturday Aug. 30 11:00am-5:00pm
Waterloo Village
525 Village of Waterloo
Stanhope, NJ 07874
Phone: 908-722-9556
973-347-0900
Web Page Canal Society of New Jersey
http://canalsocietynj.org/2014canaldaymainboard.html
Guided tours of the village and Morris Canal, special presentations, exhibits and craft demonstrations. Waterloo Village.
Sussex County Senior Citizen Art Show
The show is on display at the SCAHC until Sept. 16, 2014
Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council
133 Spring Street Newton, NJ
973-383-0027
http://www.scahc.org/event_details/sussex_county_senior_citizen_art_show1/
Arts Festival
SCAHS is also selling tickets for the 2nd annual festival of art, which is hosted by the Lake Mohawk Pool, The festival take place on Sunday Sept 7 (rain date Sept 14)
Purchase tickets by phone (973) 383-0027
or online https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festival-of-art-tickets-12150655939
Mineral Collecting at Sterling Hill Mine
Sunday August 31 9:00-3:00
Sterling Hill Mine
30 Plant Street
Ogdensburg, NJ
Phone: 973-209-6463
info@steringhillminingmuseum.org
Description: Collecting is allowed on the Mine Run Dump and in the Passaic Pit and the saddle area. This event is open to the public. Wear study footwear, a strong hammer, (carpenter claw hammers are not allowed), and eye protection. A dark room with short wave ultra-violet light is provided. Read more details about the Mineral collecting at http://sterlinghillminingmuseum.org/visitor/mineralcollect.php
Fee: $5.00 admission and $1.50 per pound of mineral taken. Fee does not include the mine tour.
Age Requirement: Must be at least 7:00 year old for Mine Run dump and 13 and up elsewhere.
30th Annual Scandinavian Fete
Sunday August 31 10:00am-6:00pm
Vasa Park
One Wolfe Rd
610-417-1483
Fee: $14.00
The heritage festival celebrates the Nordic regions: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden. Food, crafts, authentic gifts, entertainment, dancing, folk dress, vikings, kids’ events, and re-enactors. This year’s featured guests are Telge Glima, Swedish wrestlers who practice and show old sports and games.
Events Aug 25-September 1
There are a number of events this week, visit a canal, mine minerals, visit an art gallery and attend a Scandinavian fete.
Stewards of Park History — Meeting and Dessert
Monday August 25, 6:45-9:00 pm
Call 973-534-2845 for more information
Email: hdannatt@earthlink.net for more information
Waterloo Canal Heritage Day
Saturday Aug. 30 11:00am-5:00pm
Waterloo Village
525 village of Waterloo
Stanhope, NJ 07874
Phone: 908-722-9556
973-347-0900
Web Page Canal Society of New Jersey
http://canalsocietynj.org/2014canaldaymainboard.html
Guided tours of the village and Morris Canal, special presentations, exhibits and craft demonstrations. Waterloo Village.
Sussex County Senior Citizen Art Show
The show is on display at the SCAHC until Sept. 16, 2014
Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council
133 Spring Street Newton, NJ
973-383-0027
http://www.scahc.org/event_details/sussex_county_senior_citizen_art_show1/
Arts Festival
SCAHS is also selling tickets for the 2nd annual festival of art, which is hosted by the Lake Mohawk Pool, The festival take place on Sunday Sept 7 (rain date Sept 14)
Purchase tickets by phone (973) 383-0027
or online https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festival-of-art-tickets-12150655939
Mineral Collecting at Sterling Hill Mine
Sunday August 31 9:00-3:00
Sterling Hill Mine
30 Plant Street
Ogdensburg, NJ
Phone: 973-209-6463
info@steringhillminingmuseum.org
Description: Collecting is allowed on the Mine Run Dump and in the Passaic Pit and the saddle area. This event is open to the public. Wear study footwear, a strong hammer, (carpenter claw hammers are not allowed), and eye protection. A dark room with short wave ultra-violet light is provided. Read more details about the Mineral collecting at http://sterlinghillminingmuseum.org/visitor/mineralcollect.php
Fee: $5.00 admission and $1.50 per pound of mineral taken. Fee does not include the mine tour.
Age Requirement: Must be at least 7:00 year old for Mine Run dump and 13 and up elsewhere.
SCAHS is also selling tickets for the 2nd annual festival of art, which is hosted by the Lake Mohawk Pool, The festival take place on Sunday Sept 7 (rain date Sept 14)
Purchase tickets by phone (973) 383-0027
or online https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festival-of-art-tickets-12150655939
Mineral Collecting at Sterling Hill Mine
Sunday August 31 9:00-3:00
Sterling Hill Mine
30 Plant Street
Ogdensburg, NJ
Phone: 973-209-6463
info@steringhillminingmuseum.org
Description: Collecting is allowed on the Mine Run Dump and in the Passaic Pit and the saddle area. This event is open to the public. Wear study footwear, a strong hammer, (carpenter claw hammers are not allowed), and eye protection. A dark room with short wave ultra-violet light is provided. Read more details about the Mineral collecting at http://sterlinghillminingmuseum.org/visitor/mineralcollect.php
Fee: $5.00 admission and $1.50 per pound of mineral taken. Fee does not include the mine tour.
Age Requirement: Must be at least 7:00 year old for Mine Run dump and 13 and up elsewhere.
30th Annual Scandinavian Fete
Sunday August 31 10:00am-6:00pm
Vasa Park
One Wolfe Rd
610-417-1483
Fee: $14.00
The heritage festival celebrates the Nordic regions: Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden. Food, crafts, authentic gifts, entertainment, dancing, folk dress, vikings, kids’ events, and re-enactors. This year’s featured guests are Telge Glima, Swedish wrestlers who practice and show old sports and games.
Events Aug 23-24
There are several history related events this weekend in our area.
Wharton Canal Day
Saturday Aug. 25 10:00am-5:00pm
Canal Day at Huge Force Park
Web Page Canal Society of New Jersey
The canal day festival is an old time county fair that celebrates the Morris Canal and the contributions to the development of the communities along its banks.
There will be music, boat rides, arts & crafts and food.
Teddy Bear Day
Saturday August 23
Space Farms
218 Route 519
Sussex, NJ 07461
Link for visiting information and admission fees
http://spacefarms.com/visit.html
Have your bear and keep him too! Free child’s admission when you bring a teddy bear with you to visit Space Farms! Child must be accompanied by an adult paid admission. Note: Space Farms does NOT keep the stuffed bears. More details to follow.
Miner’s Table
August 24, 2:00 pm
Riverview Inn to benefit the Minisink Historical Society and the Matamoras-Westfall Historical Society
400 Shay Lane, Matamoras, PA 18336
Miners Tale performed by Robert Thomas Hughes a lively monologue, weaves the stories of seven characters whose livelihoods depend on anthracite coal mining. Food will be for sale before and after the presentation.
Admission $5.00
Sparta Historical Society
Bus Tour of the Walkill
Thursday Oct 9 from 9:00am – 3:00 pm
Cost: $45.00
Applications may be received by contacting Ed Fritsch at 973-729-0644
Checks for reservation should be
made out to the Sparta Historical Society can be mailed to the Sparta Historical Society, P.O. Box 312, Sparta, N.J. 07871.
Events and Request Aug 16 & 17
M.A.R.C.H and the Walpack Historical Society are hosting events this weekend. There are also two request for vendors and volunteers.
Kevin Wright – POLITICAL CONFLICT IN NORTHWEST JERSEY IN THE 1860’s.
Location: Walpack Historical Society
Date: Sunday, Aug 17 The Society meets in the Walpack Church. 12pm – Noon is a Lawn picnic (bring lunch and a chair) 1pm – General Meeting followed by a speaker or field trip.
Web page: http://walpackhistory.org/
Kevin Wright will be speaking to the Walpack Historical Society and any and all listeners interested in local history on “Political dissent in Sussex County 1861-1865” at 1PM on Sunday, August 17, 2014, in the historic Walpack Methodist Episcopal Church, located on Main Street, Walpack Center, in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Harmony in Motion
M.A.R.C.H. The Foster-Armstrong House, 320 River Rd. Montague, NJ 07827
Phone: (973)293-3106
SaturdayAugust 16-1:00 – 1:30 Program: “Harmony in Motion” Musical Quartet “Harmony in Motion” is a group of singers dedicated to the preservation of barbershop style four part acappella harmony. They enjoy developing the skills involved in both the musical and visual aspects of their performance. They treasure the lifelong friendships made in an atmosphere of fun and camaraderie. Two groups will be singing for our performance, so come early to reserve your seat. The Foster-Armstrong House is located at 320 River Rd. Montague, NJ 07827. Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com… for updates, pictures and more events!
Lost Art Lacers
SundayAugust 17 -1:00 – 4:00 Open House
M.A.R.C.H. The Foster Armstrong House, 320 River Rd. Montague, NJ 07827
Phone: (973)293-3106
The Montague Assoc. for the Restoration of Community History is hosting the ladies of the Lost Arts Lacers at the Foster Armstrong House on Sunday, Aug. 17th from 1:00 to 4:00 at the Foster Armstrong House, 320 River Road in Montague, NJ. Visit us to see beautiful demonstrations of handmade lace from past and present. Then stop by the Neldon-Roberts Stonehouse, circa 1820, located at 501 Rt. 206 North for a colonial herb garden tour from the Minisink Garden Club.
Web page: http://www.montaguehistory.org/Home.html
Exhibitors Wanted
2nd Annual Festival of Art
Art Food Wine Tasting event sponsors by the Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council and Hosted by the Lake Mohawk Pool.
Sunday September 7, 2014
If you would like to be an exhibiting artist a prospectus is available at on this page:
http://www.scahc.org/event_details/festival_of_art/
Stillwater Historical Society is looking for volunteers and vendors
Stillwater Fall Festival
Sunday September 28, 2014
Link to the information for vendors and volunteers:
http://www.historicstillwater.org/site/e107_plugins/content/content.php?content.63
Events Aug 9th &10th
How to Determine What to Keep in Your Collection
M.A.R.C.H. Montague
Foster Armstrong House is located at 320 River Road Montague, NJ
Saturday Aug 9 – 10:00 am-3:00 pm NPS Training Lori Rohrer: Keep VS Throw:
How do you determine what to keep in your collections? Topic: Scope of Collection Statements, Accessioning Records, Cataloging, Record Keeping, De-Accessioning and Process. FAH
RSVP 570-426 2443, Class limited to 15 (Bring your own lunch)
Open House
Foster Armstrong House is located at 320 River Road Montague, NJ
Sunday Aug 10 – 10:00-4:00
Open House Foster Armstrong House and Nelson Robert Stone House
History Alliance Meeting July 29
The next meeting of the Sussex County History Alliance will showcase two of our county’s most important locations – the intriguing Lusscroft Farm in Wantage and the 1858 Horton Mansion in Newton on the SCCC campus, which is on the 2014 list of New Jersey’s 10 most endangered historic sites.
All are welcome to attend this gathering at Lusscroft Farm, which includes a rare tour of the main buildings and restored Turner Mansion. Lusscroft’s history includes an extinct volcano, artificial insemination, sleigh rides, 4-H, and butter. Because of its fascinating past and beautiful setting, it has potential for a tremendous future! Learn more at www.LusscroftFarm.com.
Wayne McCabe, the Historian for Sussex County, will also give an update on restoring the Horton Mansion as the showpiece of Sussex County Community College. This beautiful Rural Gothic building is seated in its place of prominence in the center of the campus – but is slated to be torn down and replaced with a parking lot. The local preservation community is willing to lead the primary fundraising and has drafted a plan for the mansion’s future.
THE DETAILS: Tuesday, July 29, 7:00 PM, at Lusscroft Farm, 50 Neilson Road, Wantage. Please visit the website for directions, or call Sue Gerber at 973-222-9651 for more information or directions.
The History Alliance is an association of 39 historical societies and historical interests groups in Sussex County, under the umbrella of the Sussex County Historical Society. The Alliance was formed eighteen months ago to foster communication and collaboration of activities among the various groups.
Event and programs beginning July 19th
Next weeks events include; a model railroad demonstration, a talk about and trip to a Limekilm, a senior citizen art exhibit and a Space Farms junior zookeeper event. We also want to remind you about the History Alliance Meeting and a program offered on Emergency Management for Cultural Institution offered by the State Library.
Model Railroad and Covered Bridges Exhibit
Join the Sussex County Railroad Club and Bill Coughlin on the porch for many great displays at the Foster Armstrong House
Date: Sunday, July 20 — 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Location: MARCH Montague Assoc. for Restoration of Community History P.O. Box 1101 Montague, NJ 07827-0101 Location 320 River Road Montague, NJ 07827 Phone Number (973) 293-3106 {You may call the president directly at his home, (972) 293-3949 to leave a message}
Location: MARCH Montague Assoc. for Restoration of Community History P.O. Box 1101 Montague, NJ 07827-0101 Location 320 River Road Montague, NJ 07827 Phone Number (973) 293-3106 {You may call the president directly at his home, (972) 293-3949 to leave a message}
Oliver Krawczyk — A talk about lime kiln’s and trip to an area lime kilm
Date: July 20, 2014
Location: Walpack Historical Society General Meeting bring your Lawn Picnic (12:00 pm) follow by speaker and field trip (1:00 pm)
Location: Walpack Historical Society General Meeting bring your Lawn Picnic (12:00 pm) follow by speaker and field trip (1:00 pm)
Sussex County Senior Citizen Art Show
Date: July 22,- September 16
Location: Judicial Center Gallery, Newton NJ Sponsored by the Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council First place winners go on to compete in the New Jersey State Senior Citizens Art Show in September at the Meadow Lakes.• Phone number for more information: 973 383 0027
Space Farms Junior Zookeeper Day
Date: Saturday July 19, 9:00am-5:00pm
Location: Space Farms 218 Route 519 Sussex, NJ 0746. Phone: (973) 875-5800
A special day for children 5-15 to assist Zookeeper Lori with daily care of the animals. Learn about animals through hands-on activities and receive a Junior Zookeeper Certificate at the end of the day. Venue has an admission fee.
Save the date
History Alliance
Date: Tuesday, July 29th 7:00 pm
Location: Lusscroft Farm
Tour of the farm, and update on the Horton Mansion and Information about the Heritage Tour
Cultural Institutions and Emergency Management: Partners in Emergency Response and; Recovery Conference
Date: June 30, 9:00am-4:00 pm
Location: Monmouth University, Woodrow Wilson Hall, West Long Branch, NJ
Fee: $25.00 Registration Required.
Intended for collections care professionals and volunteers, this conference will address important facets of emergency response, as well as building local networks for collaborative mutual aid. Presenters will include first responders and representatives from organizations such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the New Jersey Office of Emergency Management.
For more information, view the conference agenda, and register, visit http://www.cvent.com/events/new-jersey-collections-care-network-2014/staff-e54c95dc2ed8496daff91ec3fabd0b4c.aspx
Michele P. Stricker | Associate Director Library Support Services | New Jersey State Library PO Box 520 |Trenton, NJ 08625-0520 Voice 609-278-2640 Ext.164 | Fax 609-278-2650 mstricker@njstatelib.org www.njstatelib.org
Events July 11th and 12th
The weekend of July 11th and 12th has a variety of talks and tours available.
Speaker Kevin Wright will discuss the Minisink Indians
M.A.R.C.H
Date:Saturday July 12 10:00 – 12:00
Location: Montague Assoc. for Restoration of Community History
Foster Armstrong House 320 River Road Montague, NJ 07827 Phone Number (973) 293-3106 {You may call the president directly at his home, (972) 293-3949 to leave a message}
http://www.montaguehistory.org/MontagueHistory/Home.html
Open House Foster Armstrong House and NRS Demonstrators: “Christmas in July”: Postcards from the Patte Fratto Collection and Karen Stevenson: Nature Photography and Colonial Music
Date: SundayJuly 13,1:00-4:00
Location: Montague Assoc. for Restoration of Community History Foster Armstrong House 320 River Road Montague, NJ 07827 also at the Nelden-Roberts Stonehouse 501 Rt 206 North, Montague.
Phone Number (973) 293-3106 {You may call the president directly at his home, (972) 293-3949 to leave a message}
Celebrate Summers Art Exhibit opening Date: July 12 exhibit opening and Artist Reception Celebrate Summer 4:00 to 6:00
Location:Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council 133 Spring Street, Newton, NJ Phone: 973 383 0027
http://scahc.org/
Description: Join us in an exhibit where you can immerse yourself in one of our favorite times of the year. So how do you savor summer? Is it a time to be one with nature or shelter inside? Are you drawn to leisure, work or play? We look forward to your interpretation of summer, in the media of your choice be it 2 or 3 dimensional images, constructions or sculptures.
Lake Hopatcong History (Talk)
Date: Thursday, July 10th, The Other Famous Folks of Lake Hopatcong,
Location: Jefferson House Restaurant, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 6:00PM
Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum Historical Museum Location of the museum is PO Box 668 – Landing, NJ 07850For Information please call 973-398-2616 or e-mail us at info@lakehopatconghistory.com
Artifact Tour Grey Towers
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2014 11:30 am (registration required)
Location GreyTowerNationalHistoricSite, 122 Old Owego Turnpike, Milford, PA 18337
pre-register required at 570-296-9630 http://www.greytowers.org/index.html
Get up close and personal with some of the more popular artifacts in the Grey Towers’ collection, including art work, sculptures, furnishings, books and more! This tour focuses on all those cool things you see in the mansion but don’t have a chance to learn about!
Regular tour fees apply; pre-register at 570-296-9630.