Week of Events
Fall Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Explore the Arboretum when the gardens and grounds are alive with the sights and sounds of spring! Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a magnifying glass (please…
Fall Discovery Weekends
(families with children ages 3 and up) Explore the Arboretum when the gardens and grounds are alive with the sights and sounds of spring! Drop by the Stackhouse Education Center on Saturdays and Sundays anytime between 9 am and 3 pm for this self-guided program for families and children ages 3 and older. Borrow a magnifying glass (please…
Sunday, September 27, 2026
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September 27, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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September 27, 2026 -Music & Movement
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September 27, 2026 -Museum Minis
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Monday, September 28, 2026
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September 28, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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September 28, 2026 -Little Wonders: Exploring Nature with all our Senses – SOLD OUT
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September 28, 2026 -Music & Movement
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Little Wonders: Exploring Nature with all our Senses – SOLD OUT
(ages 0-3 with an adult) Infants, toddlers and caregivers join our educators to experience the many wonders of Reeves-Reed Arboretum. Hike woodland trails and gardens. Engage in active nature play designed to stimulate your child’s curiosity and inspire a love of the outdoors. Stories, music, and sensorimotor activities add to the experience by deepening our…
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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September 29, 2026 -Soil Stories
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September 29, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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September 29, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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September 29, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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September 29, 2026 -Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
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September 29, 2026 -Music & Movement
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September 29, 2026 -Museum Minis
Soil Stories
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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September 30, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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September 30, 2026 -Oaks and Acorns: Bugs
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September 30, 2026 -Music & Movement
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September 30, 2026 -Museum Minis
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September 30, 2026 -Amazing Animal Artists
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Oaks and Acorns: Bugs
(ages 3-5 with an adult) Wonder, respect, and love for the natural world will be a great start in these engaging weekly adult and child classes. Take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week. These are wonderful experiences where children can spend time outdoors with an Environmental Educator. The cost is…
Museum Minis
Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.
Amazing Animal Artists
(ages 5-10) Each week, children will explore local New Jersey wildlife by creating step-by-step drawings of a mystery animal. Afterward, they’ll color their artwork and enjoy a guided hike through the woods and grounds with an Environmental Educator. This program offers a fun blend of creativity and outdoor exploration. The cost is per child. Registration…
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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October 1, 2026 -Kids Art Classes at the Museum
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October 1, 2026 -Storytime at Barnes & Noble
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October 1, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 1, 2026 -Music & Movement
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October 1, 2026 -Museum Minis
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October 1, 2026 -Free First Thursdays
Kids Art Classes at the Museum
Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…
Storytime at Barnes & Noble
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Free First Thursdays
MAM comes to life in this popular after-hours program. Join us for themed evenings with music, live performances, artmaking, tours, and more.
Friday, October 2, 2026
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October 2, 2026 -Friday Storytime at the Museum
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October 2, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 2, 2026 -Botanical Block Printing 101
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October 2, 2026 -Music & Movement
Friday Storytime at the Museum
Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm
Botanical Block Printing 101
(adults and teens) Celebrate the beauty of the gardens through printmaking! Drawing inspiration from the plants, flowers, and foliage throughout the Arboretum, participants will learn block-printing techniques and create their own nature-inspired designs. Leave with a collection of handmade prints and the confidence to continue exploring this creative art form at home. No experience necessary.…
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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October 3, 2026 -Story Time/ Music and Movement
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October 3, 2026 -Story Hour at Sugar Hill Museum
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October 3, 2026 -Music & Movement
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October 3, 2026 -Museum Minis
Story Time/ Music and Movement
Story time- Spark children's imagination and nurture their love for reading through monthly themed picture books and read-aloud- Every Day at 10 am and 4 pm Music and Movement- Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props. -Every day at 11am and 3 pm