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  • BUS TRIP TO LONGWOOD GARDENS, PA

    Wednesday 09-17-25 10:00 am (Eastern)

    Location: Bus will leave from Arboretum parking lot


    FILLED

    Please note that the bus is full. If you would like to be placed on a waitlist, please email mennist@arboretumfriends.net We will take names until August 27 at which time we have to provide Longwood Gardens with our final count. Thank you!

    Grab a friend and join the Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum on Wednesday, September 17th for a trip to Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square, PA.  Let us take the stress out of driving so you can put your energy into exploring the beauty that Longwood has to offer.

    September is a glorious time to visit this famous garden which was originally purchased by Pierre S. du Pont in 1906 in order to save the trees from being logged.  

    Since its opening in 1921 many additions and improvements have been made, including, in November 2024, a new Conservatory featuring interior Mediterranean-inspired gardens set amid pools, canals, and fountains. Other new additions include an outdoor Bonsai Courtyard and a preserved and expanded Orchid House. 

    More areas to visit include the Italian Water Garden, the 5-acre Main Fountain Garden with shows at 1:15 PM, and 3:15 PM, the Meadow Garden, Chimes Tower and Waterfall, and the Eye of Water. Click here for a downloadable map of the gardens: https://longwoodgardens.org/media/44725/download?inline

    Self guided tours allow you to explore at your own pace and linger where you wish.

    Lunch at the Cafe, Beer Garden, or the 1906 Restaurant to satisfy your hunger.  Reservations are recommended at 1906, as it is first come-first served otherwise. Please note that although the restaurant is open until 4:30 PM, the last reservation available is at 3:30 PM. Reservations are not available for the Cafe and Beer Garden.

    View Longwood’s dining page here: https://longwoodgardens.org/dine

    Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes. You may carry a water bottle and snacks into Longwood Gardens, but no other food is allowed.

    The bus will leave The Frelinghuysen Arboretum at 10:00 AM sharp for a 12:30 PM arrival at Longwood and depart at 5:30 PM for the return trip to NJ.

    No refunds after August 27.

    For questions, please contact mennist@arboretumfriends.net or lbencivengo@arboretumfriends.net

    Fees: $100 / $115




  • 2025 Tree Symposium – SAVE THE DATE!

    Saturday 11-08-25 08:30 am (Eastern)

    Location: Haggerty Center


    The 2025 Tree Symposium is coming Saturday, November 8, 2025. Details will be available here in a few weeks, but in the meantime, mark your calendar.

    Fees: Details later.




  • Cooking Demonstration: Gifts From the Kitchen, with Cynthia Triolo

    Sunday 11-16-25 01:00 pm (Eastern)

    Location: Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Morris County Office


    Sunday, November 16

    Please note that this program will take place at the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Morris County Office, 550 West Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ

    Glazed Spiced Pecans

    What’s better than homemade edible holiday gifts made in your own kitchen? They’re super fun to make and even better to receive! Not only will you learn how to make some of these delicious items, we’ll also discuss packaging them to make the perfect gifts for your friends and family.

    Fees: $30 Members / $35 non-members

    Not a member?

    Click to join the Friends

    Members of Friends
    $ 30

    Non-Members
    $ 35




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