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Day 86: Queens County Farm Museum
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Jersey Journal
Monday August 25, 2008, 4:33 PM
Queens County Farm Museum
There is nature in New York! Visit the largest remaining tract of undisturbed farmland and the only working historical farm in New York City -- the Queens County Farm Museum. Located in the Floral Parks section, the farm encompasses a 47-acre parcel that is the longest continuously farmed site in New York State with historic farm buildings, a greenhouse complex, livestock, planting fields and much more. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, call 718-347-3276 or visit www.queensfarm.org.
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Day 85: Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
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Monday August 25, 2008, 4:31 PM
Edgar Allan Poe Cottage
Visit the place where the great American poet and writer Edgar Allan Poe wrote some of his most famous literary works. Immerse yourself in the humble abode where he lived his last years. From his 19th-century stove to his creaky rocking chair, everything in the Bronx five-room cottage was left exactly the way it was before he died. Poe's wife, Virginia, died from tuberculosis in this very cottage in 1849 -- so you can imagine the history behind these walls. For more information, visit www.historichousetrust.org.
Day 84: Well Sweep Herb Farm
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Monday August 25, 2008, 4:26 PM
Well Sweep Herb Farm
Located in Port Murray, in the mountains of Warren County, Well Sweep is home to one of the largest collections of herbs and perennials in the country. The farm features a multitude of herbs and perennials, display gardens and a gift shop. The shop is filled with a wonderful assortment of dried flowers, wreaths, statuary, hard-to-find potpourri supplies and unusual gifts for all ages. Classes are available for hands-on learning. Reservations are required for all classes. For more information, visit www.wellsweep.com.
Day 83: Asbury Lanes
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Monday August 25, 2008, 4:22 PM
Asbury Lanes
Calling Asbury Lanes a bowling alley would be misleading. In addition to those super-stylish shoes and snack food galore, these lanes also feature live bands, dance parties and movies throughout the summer. Must be 18 to enter. For hours and pricing, go to www.asburylanes.com.
Day 82: Franklin Mineral Museum
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Monday August 25, 2008, 3:24 PM
Zincite crystal 1.5 cm X 1.2 cm in calcite from the Sterling Mine. Overall size of this specimen is 4.5 cm x 1.5 cm. Franklin Mineral Museum specimen #6150. Franklin Mineral Museum
The museum has a wide range of geological, mineralogical, archaeological, and historical themes to offer its visitors. It also has a life-sized mine replica that shows visitors examples of mining methods used in the Franklin mines. For reservations call 973-827-3481 or visit www.franklinmineralmuseum.com.
Day 81: The Devil's Tree
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Monday August 25, 2008, 3:21 PM
The Devil's Tree
Want a scare in the middle of the summer? Take a nighttime drive and check out the Devil's Tree in Bernard's Township. It is said that during colonial times, unruly slaves were hanged from the branch that runs almost parallel to the ground and local history generally imparts this malicious character to the tree. Make sure to keep your wits about you. For more information visit www.weirdnj.com.
Day 80: Trapeze School New York
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Jersey Journal
Monday August 25, 2008, 3:04 PM
Trapeze School New York
Indulge in the breathtaking view of Hudson River Park and the Statue of Liberty as you fly like an eagle at the Trapeze School New York -- well, not really flying like a bird, but flying like a trapeze artist. Whether you are athletic or not, the teachers at the Trapeze School will ensure you get plenty out of the experience. Children and adults will be able to register for classes. There is a 10-student limit per each class. For more information, visit www.newyork.trapezeschool.com
Day 79: Museum of American Glass
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Monday August 25, 2008, 3:00 PM
This striking emerald-colored cut glass bowl is one of the 6,500 pieces of glass items in the Museum of American Glass at Wheaton Village in Millville, N. J.
Museum of American Glass
The museum in Millville has a collection of glass that has expanded to more than 12,000 pieces. The collection is arranged in chronological order beginning with glass from the first successful glass factory in America, dating back to 1739, to contemporary art glass. Specially designed tours of the collection are available for collectors, interested adults and students. Even kids can follow a specially designed glass hunt. Cost: adults, $10; senior citizens (62+), $9; students, $7; under 5, free. For more information call 800-998-4552 or visit www.wheatonarts.org.
Day 78: Dorney Park
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Monday August 25, 2008, 2:53 PM
Laser at Dorney Park in Allentown, Pa.
Dorney Park
Dorney Park features, among other amusement rides, a collection of eight roller coasters -- including the 1923 vintage wooden Thunderhawk and the new Voodoo -- and 17 rides specifically for kids. Children and parents can meet the Peanuts characters in Camp Snoopy and everyone can enjoy the waterslides, geysers and fountains at the adjacent Wildwater Kingdom. Call 610-395-3724 or visit www.dorneypark.com for updated admission costs and hours.
Day 77: Gettysburg, Pa.
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Wednesday August 20, 2008, 2:47 PM
The film "A New Birth of Freedom" serves as a 22-minute introduction to the history of the Battle of Gettysburg. It is being shown at the new museum and visitor center at Gettysburg National Military Park.
Gettysburg, Pa.
For those interested in seeing the battlefields of Gettysburg, you have plenty of options. You can relax in an air-conditioned bus listening to a recorded story; or you can drive in your own car with an auto-tape tour; or you can splurge and hire a Licensed Battlefield Guide to ride with and have them explain the three famous days in 1863. If you're up to the challenge, you can take the National Park Service self-guided walking tour or join the crowd of a park ranger led tour. True adventurers can enjoy touring 40 miles of battlefield roads by bicycle or galloping across the 5,700 acres of field by horseback. Take your pick. For more information visit www.gettysburg.com or call 717-334-2100.
Day 76: Brewer's Apprentice
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Wednesday August 20, 2008, 2:45 PM
The Brewers Apprentice
If you've grown bored with the local liquor stores, pay a visit to this "brew on premises" shop in Freehold, where patrons can make their own beer, mead and wine. And the fun can continue afterwards -- the shop also sells supplies for home brewing. For reservations and pricing, call 732-863-9411 or go to www.brewapp.com.
Day 75: Fort Lee Historic Park
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Wednesday August 20, 2008, 2:41 PM
Fort Lee Historic Park
High atop the Palisades, on a cliff-top bluff where the Continental Army placed its artillery over the Hudson, the 33-acre historic park blends scenic beauty and history. The Visitor Center is at the heart of the historic park, providing information on the role of Fort Lee in the American Revolution. Two floors of displays present the story of how General George Washington was forced to evacuate the area in November of 1776 and lead his famous "Retreat to Victory" across New Jersey and on to victory at the Battle of Trenton. For information, call 201-461-1776.
Day 74: Sony Wonder Technology Lab
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Jersey Journal
Tuesday August 19, 2008, 6:01 PM
Sony Wonder Technology Lab
The Sony Wonder Technology Lab is a free technology museum for people of all ages. You will be able to enjoy games, music and digital entertainment. See how art and technology come together in a digital world with the Shadow Garden and Sand Interactive -- a multi-sensory interactive experience. Many other fun-filled activities are also available. Admission is free. Open from Tuesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sunday and Monday. Visit http://www.sonywondertechlab.com/ for more information.
Day 73: Meadowlands Flea Market
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Jersey Journal
Tuesday August 19, 2008, 5:57 PM
Meadowlands Flea Market
One man's trash is another man's treasure at the Meadowlands Flea Market at Giants Stadium. Find hard-to-find essentials, household must-haves, attic treasures, crafts, collectibles and wonderful fresh produce and garden flowers are all on hand. Open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. for you to find the best bargain shopping in town. Admission and parking are free. For information, call 201-935-5474 or visit www.meadowlandsfleamarket.com
Day 72: Air Victory Museum
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Jersey Journal
Tuesday August 19, 2008, 5:54 PM
Air Victory Museum
Get swept away at the Air Victory Museum in Lumberton, an aviation museum that seeks to inspire youths through technology and achievement in aviation. With historic aircraft, engines, uniforms, vehicles and other memorabilia dating from the first powered flight on Dec. 17, 1903, up to the present day, the museum allows visitors to fly through aviation history. The museum is open Wednesday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $4 for adults; $3 for seniors; $2 for children (4-13). For information, call 609-267-4488 or visit www.airvictorymuseum.org.
Day 71: Meadowlands pontoon and canoe rides
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Tuesday August 19, 2008, 5:51 PM
Meadowlands pontoon and canoe rides
Love the idea of being one with nature but hate having to travel long distances? Join The New Jersey Meadowlands Commission on one of their seasonal pontoon or canoe rides down the Hackensack River and see the nature at your doorstep. Get up close with the wildlife while learning the history of the Meadowlands. For more, visit www.njmeadowlands.gov or call 201-460-4640.
Day 70: Grape Expectations
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Jersey Journal
Tuesday August 19, 2008, 5:48 PM
Frank Cubelo dumps grapes into a crusher to make his own wine at Grape Expectations in Bridgewater.Grape Expectations
Have your own Lucy moment and make your own wine at Grape Expectations. You can experience the atmosphere of the winery and learn how much fun the hobby of winemaking can be. Located on 25 East Kearny St., Bridgewater. For additional information, call 732-764-WINE or visit www.grapeexpectationsnj.com.
Day 69: Chelsea Piers Sports Complex
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Tuesday August 19, 2008, 5:45 PM
Chelsea Piers Sports Complex
A 30-acre recreational facility located at the historical Chelsea Piers, the intended destination of the Titanic. If you are looking to do something a bit healthier this summer, burn your calories and exercise your muscles at this nationally renowned sports center. It contains separate athletic facilities in various sections: The Golf Club, the Sports Center, the Sky Rink, the Roller Rink, the Field House, Surfside 3 Maritime Center and AMF Chelsea Piers Bowl. Many other facilities are accessible. For more information, visit www.chelseapiers.com.
Day 68: The Funplex
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Jersey Journal Staff
Tuesday August 05, 2008, 7:40 AM
Stephen Hoebee-Elardo of Maplewood, 9, uses his wand to open a treasure chest during his quest at the new Maggiquest interactive treasure hunt which opened at the Funplex in East Hanover.
The Funplex
The Funplex in East Hanover is a 100,000-square-foot indoor family entertainment center, open year-round, hosting more than 500,000 guests annually. Be sure to check out the "Foam Frenzy" and "Electric Go-Karts." Some of the other attractions include laser runner, free fall, bumper cars, indoor batting cages, junior bumper cars, a motion simulator and a state-of-the-art arcade. For prices and specials call 973-428-1166.
Day 67: All Points West Music and Arts Festival
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday August 04, 2008, 5:35 PM
Radiohead headlines All Points West on Aug. 8 and 9.
All Points West Music and Arts Festival
Attention all music lovers! Radiohead, Jack Johnson, Kings of Leon and Cat Power are hitting the stage during the three-day festival at Liberty State Park on Aug. 8, 9 and 10. To see the full line-up or purchase tickets, go to www.apwfestival.com.
Day 66: The Morris Museum
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday August 04, 2008, 5:31 PM
Children explore a large geode in the Morris Museum's Rock & Mineral Gallery.
The Morris Museum
The Morris Museum in Morristown is the home to more than 48,000 objects ranging from costumes and textiles, fine art, decorative art, dolls and toys, natural science, geology and paleontology and anthropology. Aside from having their permanent exhibit, the museum also hosts special events for children and families. Free admission on Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. Call 973-971-3718 or visit www.morrismuseum.org to learn more about normal prices and hours.
Day 65: Lakota Wolf Preserve
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday August 04, 2008, 5:26 PM
Lakota Wolf Preserve
Observe the many forms of local wildlife at the Lakota Wolf Preserve in Columbia. Included is an observation area with four packs of wolves. Learn about the social structure of wolf packs, their eating habits and their interaction with man. Appointments are necessary from Tuesday through Friday but not on Saturdays and Sundays. Call 877-733-9653 or 908-496-9244 for reservations. For more information, visit www.lakotawolf.com.
Day 64: Hoboken Historical Museum
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Jersey Journal Staff
Friday August 01, 2008, 7:30 AM
Installed in the sidewalk by the Hoboken Historical Museum, a star in front of 415 Monroe St. marks where Francis Albert Sinatra was born on Dec. 12, 1915.
Hoboken Historical Museum
Understand and explore the history and culture of Hoboken at the Hoboken Historical Museum, 1301 Hudson St. Through a collection of artifacts and oral histories, this museum gives visitors insight into this small city with a big background. The museum offers a walking tour that allows you to see the historic sites with your own eyes. Open Tuesday to Thursday from 2 to 9 p.m.; Friday from 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Free parking. For information, call 201-656-2240 or visit www.hobokenmuseum.org.
Day 63: Hong Kong Dragon Boat Race
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Jersey Journal Staff
Thursday July 31, 2008, 7:30 AM
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Race
Colorful and lively, the Dragon Boat Festival celebrates a day of races in narrow boats shaped like dragons. Competing teams row their boats in sync with a furious rhythm pounded out by on-board drummers. Check them out on Aug. 2 and 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Flushing Meadows Park. For more information, visit www.hkdbf-ny.org.
Day 62: Liberty State Park
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Jersey Journal Staff
Wednesday July 30, 2008, 5:51 PM
Liberty State Park
Have some fun in the sun at Liberty State Park. The home of Liberty Island, the park is a great place for families to enjoy the summer breeze. Bike along the Hudson River. B.Y.O.G. -- bring your own grill. Or have an intimate picnic at the many picnic tables provided by the park. After a long day playing in the park, take a ride on the ferry to the island, where you can take a guided tour of the ground for free. Stroll the lobby and check out a replica of the Statue of Liberty's torch, then keep strolling on over to the promenade area for an up close view of the statue and a spectacular view of New York Harbor. For information, visit www.libertystatepark.org.
Day 61: Antiquing
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Jersey Journal Staff
Wednesday July 30, 2008, 5:39 PM
Antiquing
If you're into items filled with plenty of nostalgia, then antiquing is the thing for you. A list of some antique shops in New Jersey: Little Cricket, Montclair, call 973-509-099; Liberty Mall Antiques, Bordentown City, call 906-298-9330; River Road Antiques & Home Decor, Lambertville, call 609-397-0027. There is also a section of the Hamptons called Antiques Row, which features plenty of antique shops for everyone to enjoy. For more information, visit www.hamptonstravelguide.com. For a complete listing of antique shops, visit www.sundaydriver.com.
Day 60: Jersey City Museum
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday July 28, 2008, 7:30 AM
Print by KIMBERLY WITHAM, as part of the "SPRAWL" exhibit.Jersey City Museum
The mission of the Jersey City Museum is to present, collect and interpret American visual art and material culture of the highest quality. Through its exhibitions, educational initiatives and public programs, the museum serves as a center of cultural life for the people of Jersey City, Hudson County and the region. Cost is $4 for adults, $2 for seniors and students. Free for museum members and kids under 12. Admission waived Thursday nights from 5 to 8 p.m. For more information visit www.jerseycitymuseum.org.
Day 59: C.F. Martin Guitar Factory Tours
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Jersey Journal Staff
Sunday July 27, 2008, 7:30 AM
C.F. Martin Guitar Factory Tours
Have a guitar buff in your family or simply love music? The Martin Guitar Factory is for you. A company guide will take you on a tour of where the music happens any day of the week. Tours last approximately one hour. And while you're there, check out the Martin Guitar Museum. It brings together music history, culture and craftsmanship. The factory and museum are located in 510 Sycamore St., Nazareth, Pa. Prices vary. For tour information, call 610-759-2837.
Day 58: West Indian Caribbean American Association Parade
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Jersey Journal Staff
Saturday July 26, 2008, 7:30 AM
West Indian Caribbean American Association Parade
It's a mini Carnival in Jersey City! Follow the West Indian Caribbean American Association Parade, starting at today at noon, from Lincoln Park all the way to City Hall.
Day 57: Brewery Tours
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Jersey Journal Staff
Friday July 25, 2008, 7:30 AM
Brewery Tours
Cherry Hill's Flying Fish Brewery is the "largest of the small brewers" in the state, according to its founder Gene Muller. This 10-year-old business offers free tours every Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. with a free sampling at the end. You might also want to check out the Yuengling plant -- which touts itself as America's oldest brewery -- in Pottsville, Pa., about 2 1/2 hours from Hudson County. For additional information on Flying Fish, call 856-489-0061 or visit www.flyingfish.com; for more information on Yuengling, call 570-628-4890 or visit www.yuengling.com.
Day 56: Kayaking in Hoboken
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Jersey Journal Staff
Thursday July 24, 2008, 3:40 PM
Kayaking in Hoboken
Who said you have to go far to have fun in water? Hoboken Cove Boathouse at Maxwellhouse Boathouse offers free kayaking and small non-motorized boat access to the Hudson River. The volunteer-run program allows visitors have fun in the water, without the expensive kayaking parks charge. For information, visit www.hobokencoveboathouse.org.
Day 55: Six Flags Great Adventure
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Jersey Journal Staff
Thursday July 24, 2008, 3:02 PM
The new "Dark Knight" roller coaster at Six Flags Great America in Jackson.
Six Flags Great Adventure
The fun-filled amusement theme park located in Jackson is home to the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world, Kingda Ka. With a height of 455 feet, Kingda Ka travels at 120 mph. Great Adventure is adjacent to Flags Hurricane Harbor, a water park with refreshing body slides, wave pools and lazy rivers. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.
Day 54: Parasailing in Wildwood
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Jersey Journal Staff
Tuesday July 22, 2008, 7:30 AM
Parasailing in Wildwood
Want to get really wild in Wildwood? Want to get your blood pumping? Go parasailing. Hang Loose Parasail is the source for everything parasailing. Boats depart every hour and trips run from 8 a.m. to sunset from the Simmons' pier at the foot of the George Redding Bridge in Wildwood. For more visit www.hanglooseparasail.com or call 609-522-WILD.
Day 53: Palisades Interstate Park
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday July 21, 2008, 7:30 AM
Palisades Interstate Park
Boating, fishing, picnicking, hiking and history combine in this park created in 1900. Thirty miles of hiking trails on the Hudson River Shore Trail and the cliff-top Long Path, two public boat basins and a boat launching ramp. Also, four riverfront picnic areas, a scenic riverside drive, a cliff-top Parkway with three scenic overlooks, a nature sanctuary, historic sites, and miles of rugged woodlands. For information, call 201-768-1360, or visit www.njpalisades.org.
Day 52: The Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
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Jersey Journal Staff
Sunday July 20, 2008, 7:30 AM
The Presby Memorial Iris Gardens
The Presby Memorial Iris Gardens in Upper Montclair is a living museum dedicated to cultivating and displaying a rich variety of irises, recording the history of the genus, providing horticultural expertise and activities for the public, and, in partnership with the Township of Montclair, maintaining the gardens. For more information, call 973-783-5974 or visit www.presbyirisgardens.org.
Day 51: Bamboo Bar
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Jersey Journal Staff
Saturday July 19, 2008, 7:30 AM
Bamboo Bar
A seasonal Seaside Heights night club offering seasonal events with dance music and live bands. Voted the No. 1 singles bar in New Jersey. The Bamboo is open until 3 a.m. every Friday and Saturday night. The club also serves fish bowl drinks big enough for sharing. And remember that if you make the trip, DO NOT DRINK AND DRIVE. For more information on hours and drink specials, visit www.bamboobar.com.
Day 50: Poconos
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Jersey Journal Staff
Friday July 18, 2008, 5:32 PM
Poconos
The Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania offers a summer season of endless fun and a tremendous variety of diversions, such as luxurious resorts, family attractions, outdoor adventures, bed and breakfasts and more. The Pocono Mountains is famous for its resorts, natural scenic beauty, 150 lakes, including Lake Wallenpaupack, and the quaint, historical towns in the four county area. For pricing and upcoming events, call 800-POCONOS or visit www.800poconos.com.
Day 49: Children's Museum of Manhattan
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Jersey Journal Staff
Friday July 18, 2008, 5:27 PM
Children's Museum of Manhattan
CMOM connects the arts, language, science, math and humanities to the social and psychological needs of the child and family. Programs and exhibits are designed to address the multiple ways children learn and to help parents understand and support their child's development. CMOM's philosophy is reflected in the recently opened Playworks exhibition, keyed to all of the skills children need for school; the upcoming exhibit, "Gods, Myths and Mortals: Discover Ancient Greece," designed as an introduction to art, science and literature; and the Healthy Living Programming produced with local hospitals and health providers to encourage positive daily health habits. For more information, call 212-721-1223 or visit www.cmom.org.
Day 48: Big Onion Walking Tours
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Jersey Journal Staff
Friday July 18, 2008, 5:19 PM
Dim sum from May May Chinese Gourmet Bakery on Pell Street is among the stops on the menu of Big Onion's Original Multi-Ethnic Eating Tour.
Big Onion Walking Tours
Peel back the layers of New York City in a Big Onion Walking tour through New York's many ethnic and historic districts. Take the Brooklyn Bridge & Brooklyn Heights tour to see renowned author Truman Capote's home and abolitionist Henry Ward Beecher's Plymouth Church, or take the Chinatown tour to see how East meets West to create a cultural mosaic in Lower Manhattan. Cost is adults $15; seniors $12; students $10. For information, call 212-439-10900 or visit www.bigonion.com.
Day 47: Philadelphia Zoo
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Jersey Journal Staff
Tuesday July 15, 2008, 5:56 PM
Philadelphia Zoo
Established on July 1, 1874, the Philadelphia Zoo was the first zoo opened in the United States. Located in Fairmount Park in the City of Brotherly Love, the zoo is known for being able to breed species that have been found difficult to breed while in captivity. The 42-acre Victorian garden is home to more than 1,300 animals and the zoo strives to be a safe refuge for endangered species. From balloon rides to bird feeding, camel safaris to adventure simulators, children and adults will be able to enjoy the wonders of nature. General admission for adults is $17.95; for children (2-11) $14.95, but children under 2, free. Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit www.philadelphiazoo.org.
Day 46: New York Aquarium
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday July 14, 2008, 7:39 AM
New York Aquarium
The City meets the sea at the New York Aquarium. The only aquarium located in New York City, it seeks to educate land creatures on the importance of ocean creatures. Featuring more than 8,000 sea animals, the aquarium allows visitors to see creatures from all over the world in a short trip to Surf Avenue in Brooklyn. Open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and weekends and holidays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Adults are $12; seniors (65+) $10; children (2 - 12) $9 but children under 2 are free; group rate $6. Members enter free. For information call 718-265-FISH or visit www.nyaquarium.com.
Day 45: Wetlands Institute
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Jersey Journal Staff
Sunday July 13, 2008, 9:34 AM
A turlte hatched at the Wetlands Institute.The Wetlands Institute
At the Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor, they promote the conservation and preservation of coastal ecosystems by providing a fun and educational experience for families, school groups and vacationers of all ages. Browsing through their site, you will see the many attractions they offer to visitors, as well as the extensive array of educational programs available throughout the year. Admission is $7 and $5 (2-11). For more information, call 609-368-1211 or visit www.wetlandsinstitute.org.
Day 44: Bastille Day
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Jersey Journal Staff
Saturday July 12, 2008, 9:31 AM
Bastille Day
Vie la revolution! Join the French Institute Alliance Franciase in the celebration of Bastille Day on Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. This three-block party from Fifth Avenue to Lexington Avenue on 60th Street will commemorate French citizens rising for freedom during the French Revolution. Enjoy French food and culture from more than 35 French speaking nations. For information, visit www.fiaf.org.
Day 43: Wildwood
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Jersey Journal Staff
Friday July 11, 2008, 7:28 AM
Wildwood
For family fun or a wet-and-wild weekend getaway, nothing beats the Jersey Shore's Wildwood. With the two-mile boardwalk, a total of five amusement piers and dozens of carnival games, souvenir shops, food stands, waterparks and world-class roller coasters, you will never be bored. For more fun ideas and places to stay, visit www.wildwoodsnj.com.
Day 42: Whippany Railway Museum
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Jersey Journal Staff
Thursday July 10, 2008, 9:12 AM
A steam locomotive built for the Army Corps of Engineers in 1942 and a Morristown & Erie diesel electric locomotive built in 1954 are displayed on the tracks at the Whippany Railway Museum on Route 10. Both were made by the American Locomotive Company. Whippany Railway Museum
Choo-Choo! Make your next train stop at Whippany Railway Museum, where New Jersey's railroad history is brought to life. Featuring the original Morristown & Erie Railroad Whippany Station, the museum also has a freight house, a crossing shanty, a telephone booth and a scale house. Displaying restored train equipment and train cars dating back to early 1900, a trip to Whippany allows visitors to step back in time. Open Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. Admissions for adults is $1 and children $.50. For information, call 973-887-8177 or visit www.whippanyrailwaymuseum.net.
Day 41: Ellis Island
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Jersey Journal Staff
Thursday July 10, 2008, 9:06 AM
Immigrants arrive at Ellis Island in New York City in 1905.
Ellis Island
Revisit the history of American immigration with a stop at Ellis Island Museum. Search your families' origins or see the names of 12 million immigrants who hoped for a better life by passing through the doors of the Ellis Island. On your trip, stop by the American Immigrant Wall of Honor, the longest wall of names in the world, which celebrates American immigration from its earliest beginnings right up to the present and contains more than 700,000 names inscribed for posterity by family members and friends. For information, call 212-561-4500 or visit www.ellisisland.org.
Day 40: Monmouth Park Racetrack
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Jersey Journal Staff
Tuesday July 08, 2008, 7:30 AM
Monmouth Park Racetrack
All bets are on! At the Monmouth Park Racetrack you'll find thoroughbred racing plus some of the best entertainment. On Aug. 3 there will be the Grade I, $1 million Haskell Invitational, Monmouth's premier racing event. Better yet, it's super easy to get there by NJ Transit's North Jersey Coast Line. There is an hourly service to the Monmouth Park station featuring 10 stops every day. To see what else happens at Monmouth Park visit www.monmouthpark.com or call 732-222-5100. For more information on NJ Transit call 800-626-RIDE or visit www.njtransit.com.
Day 39: Tuckerton
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday July 07, 2008, 7:30 AM
The beer batter fried soft shelled crabs at Skeeter's at Tuckerton Seaport in Tuckerton.
Tuckerton
Visit the seafaring town of Tuckerton and get a taste of the "South," Jersey style. Shop in quaint stores and eat fresh seafood at one of the many restaurants. You can take the kids crabbing in the morning and then take a sightseeing cruise in the afternoon. Hey, you can even go kayaking. For more information, visit www.tuckertonseaport.org.
Day 38: Shakespeare in the Park
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Jersey Journal Staff
Sunday July 06, 2008, 7:30 AM
Margaret Colin as Gertrude, Michael Stuhlbarg as Hamlet in "Hamlet."Shakespeare in the Park
Watch the magnificent works of Shakespeare being performed in New York City's own Garden of Eden. The festival is organized by the Public Theater every summer in Central Park. Tickets are given out for free on the same day of the performance; however, they're on a first-come, first-served basis. A maximum of two tickets is given per person. The plays are performed in The Delacorte Theater, an outdoor amphitheater, where celebrities such as Meryl Streep, Denzel Washington and Natalie Portman have taken to the stage. "Hamlet" will introduce the 2008 season. For more information, visit www.publictheater.org.
Day 37: Wild West City
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Jersey Journal Staff
Saturday July 05, 2008, 7:30 AM
Wild West City in Netcong.Wild West City
Wild West City in Netcong is a western heritage theme park that brings the Old West back to life through portrayals of real-life western characters, legendary events and a frontier town re-creation. Featuring 22 different live action shows throughout the course of the day, Wild West City offers the visitor the chance to "live" in the old west. Admissions for adults is $13.50; children (2-11), $12.50; and senior citizens, $11. Rides such as the stagecoach, train, pony, and miniature golf are $3. For more information call 973-347-8900 or visit www.wildwestcity.com.
Day 36: Fourth of July
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Jersey Journal Staff
Friday July 04, 2008, 6:42 PM
Fourth of July
Enjoy Fourth of July fireworks on the harbor at Liberty Landing Marina, Jersey City. Or, take a ride on Sea Fever Excursion in an all day celebration of the birth of a nation. Arrive at Liberty State Park to ride along the New York harbor, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn. Then return to the marina for a barbecue and marina party. Afterwards, return to the water for a fireworks extravaganza over the city. Maximum capacity six persons. Cost is $1,000. For information, call 201-887-8700 or visit www.sailthehudson.com.
Day 35: Watchung Stables
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Jersey Journal Staff
Thursday July 03, 2008, 7:30 AM
Watchung Stables
The Watchung Stable in Mountainside houses more than 50 horses and offers guided trail rides through the scenic Watchung Reservations. Open until late November, the riding schedules change and are based on a first come, first served basis. The cost varies. Watchung Stable are located on 1160 Summitt Lane, Mountainside. For more information, call 908-789-3665.
Day 34: Amish Country
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Jersey Journal Staff
Wednesday July 02, 2008, 9:36 AM
Amish Country
Visitors from around the world journey to Pennsylvania's "Amish Country" in Lancaster County. Located in the heart of the oldest Amish settlement in the world is the Amish Experience, the county's largest and most complete interpretive and touring center. Bus tours of the surrounding Amish farmlands, tours of the county's only designated "Heritage Site" Amish House and the spectacular F/X Theater production of "Jacob's Choice." Cost is $38.95. For details and further information, call 717-768-3600 or visit www.amishexperience.com.
Day 33: Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Center
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Jersey Journal Staff
Tuesday July 01, 2008, 7:30 AM
Lucy and Ethel in a classic still from "I Love Lucy."
Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Center
Is watching Lucy on TV Land not enough? Do you need more? For all Lucy and Desi lovers alike, there is the Lucille Ball-Desi Arnaz Center in Jamestown, N.Y., full of everything "I Love Lucy." As their mission statement says, they are dedicated to "preserving and celebrating the legacy of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz." For information, call 716-484-0800 or toll free at 1-877-582-9326, or visit www.lucy-desi.com.
Day 32: Mountain Creek Water Park
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday June 30, 2008, 10:07 AM
Mountain Creek Water Park guests beat the heat on the "Thunder Run."
Mountain Creek Water Park
Water parks are always fun and Mountain Creek in Vernon doesn't disappoint. Besides having water rides for teenagers and adults -- like the inviting Bombs Away and High Anxiety -- the park also offers rides for children such as Tide River, Fishing Village and The Hook. Family fun is the main theme at Mountain Creek all throughout the summer. For updated prices and specials, visit www.mountaincreekwaterpark.com.
Day 31: Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Cloisters
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Jersey Journal Staff
Monday June 30, 2008, 10:02 AM
Joseph Mallord William Turner (British, 1775-1851)
The Temple of Jupiter Panellenius, Restored
Exhibited 1816
Oil on canvas; 46 x 70 in.
Richard L. Feigen
Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Cloisters
If you're in for a little intellectual stimulation, the Met is the place. From its permanent installation of prehistoric art all the way to special exhibits like "Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy," it's fun for all. And don't forget the admission at the Met has you covered at the Cloisters, which sit on the grounds of the gorgeous Fort Tryon Park in upper Manhattan with great views of the New Jersey Palisades. For information on exhibits and hours, visit www.metmuseum.org.
Day 30: New York Mets baseball
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Jersey Journal Staff
Saturday June 28, 2008, 7:30 AM
New York Mets baseball
It's the final season for the Mets at Shea Stadium and this weekend marks the final Subway Series, a classic match-up against the cross-town rival New York Yankees. Other games this summer include series between divisional foes such as the Philadelphia Phillies and the Atlanta Braves. For more information and tickets visit www.nymets.com.