Meet some of the small creatures that live in SOC's water habitats & learn what they tell us about the health of their aquatic environment.Many aquatic animals serve as "bio indicator" species, or species that reveal the ecological health of their environment. In studying macro invertebrates (animals without a backbone that can be seen with […]

Explore a dual, hands-on experience in bread baking and woodworking all in one workshop.This workshop begins by following a basic yeasted bread recipe that will be kneaded and coaxed into a loving loaf of bread that will be baked in an outdoor, wood fired oven. While the dough rises and bakes you’ll be building a […]

Explore a dual, hands-on experience in bread baking and woodworking all in one workshop.This workshop begins by following a basic yeasted bread recipe that will be kneaded and coaxed into a loving loaf of bread that will be baked in an outdoor, wood fired oven. While the dough rises and bakes you’ll be building a […]

Ready or not... learn how (and why) to incorporate the new climate change standards in any science classroom... and have fun doing it!Ready to teach climate change? This program is designed to support science teachers in grades 6-12 in incorporating the new climate change standards into your already-tight curricula. This workshop will help you understand […]

Learn the basics of butterfly gardening and how to grow native plants. This workshop includes a slideshow, walk and hands-on activity.Planting for Pollinators Have you always wanted to plant a garden that attracts butterflies and other pollinators? Join us for a special workshop at the NJSOC to get you started. We'll begin with a short […]

Do you know where your sweater has been?Have you ever wondered how yarn was made? Do you enjoy learning new crafts? Does history intrigue you? Then this program is for you! Hand spindle spinning has been practiced since ancient times and is still relevant today. You will learn how to choose wool, prepare it for […]

Fall is the perfect time for stories around the campfire. And that's just the beginning!Fall is the perfect time to gather around the campfire with friends for some not-too-scary stories. Popular storyteller Ken Karnas will be our featured speaker at this Night-Before-Halloween event. Throughout his 42-year teaching career, Ken used stories to enhance every academic […]

You pull back the bowstring. You stare downrange at the bullseye. Release! The arrow flies away and plunges into the target. Bullseye!Join the fun! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. The class will include basic archery skills, fun drills, and archery games. We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be […]

You pull back the bowstring. You stare downrange at the bullseye. Release! The arrow flies away and plunges into the target. Bullseye!Join the fun! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. The class will include basic archery skills, fun drills, and archery games. We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be […]

You pull back the bowstring. You stare downrange at the bullseye. Release! The arrow flies away and plunges into the target. Bullseye!Join the fun! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. The class will include basic archery skills, fun drills, and archery games. We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be […]

Observe Jupiter just as Galileo did in the early 1600’s. Will you arrive at the same startling conclusions that rocked the world as he did?After an indoor presentation and activity we will take our telescopes outside (weather permitting) and share stellar views of Jupiter's Galilean moons, Saturn’s icy rings, and a first quarter Moon as […]