Rutherfurd Hall will hold painting classes for children and adults on Thursday, March 24.

The kids’ program will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. All ages are welcome but children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Children learn to paint a hipster owl in acrylics on a 12” by 12” stretched canvas under the direction of a professional instructor from Artstitution.

The adult class will be from 7 to 9 p.m. A professional from Artstitution will guide them in painting two love birds in a tree on a 10” by 10” wood pallet with acrylic paint. The picture will get an added flair with a string art heart. Adults may bring wine and snacks.

All supplies are included for both programs. To register call 908-852-1894, ext 334. Or email rhnserrano@aesk12@nj.us. Tickets are $25 per child and $35 per adult and must be purchased in advance.

Beat The Stress

Dr. James R. Fedich, clinic director of Village Family Clinic in Allamuchy, will present “The Secrets to Beating Stress and Living a Healthier Life” at Rutherfurd Hall on Wednesday, March 23 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Fedich has served the community for 18 years and is a published author, speaker and podcast host. He will discuss three types of stress, the long term effects of stress on your body, how stress effects immunity, the top five tools to manage stress, how to take your stress inventory and more.

Light refreshments will be served. The program is free but a donation to Rutherfurd Hall would be appreciated.

For more information or to register, go to info@rutherfurdhall.org or call 908-280-3654.

Summer Camp Is Not That Far Away

Once again, Camp Allamuchy will run at Rutherfurd Hall from July 5 through Aug. 12.

One week sessions run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.daily. Optional before care is offered from 7 to 9 a.m. for $60/week and after care is offered from 4 to 6 p.m. for $60/week.

Camp Allamuchy is for children who have completed kindergarten through eighth graders.

Rutherfurd Hall is surrounded by the Allamuchy Mountain State Park. Camp Allamuchy offers a variety of traditional camp activities: canoeing and kayaking, arts and crafts, sports and games, archery, nature, science, and more! We also have special themed activities each week and weekly field trips.

Details on the sessions:

Session 1, July 5 through 8, America the Great. Fee is $325 if you register by March 15, $350 by May 1st, $375 after May 1st. It includes baseball, BBQ, and backyard games.

Session 2A, July 11 through 15, Splashing into Summer – Waterpark Tour. Fee is $500 by March 15, $525 by May 1, $550 after May 1. Campers will take daily trips to different waterparks.

Session 2B, half-day, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for ages 9 to 13. July 11 throught 15, Wizardry for Muggles: A Harry Potter Themed Camp. Fee is $175 by March 15, $200 by May 1, $225 after May 1. For an 11th summer, Rutherfurd Hall will be transformed into Hogwart’s Castle and become the setting for a Harry Potter-themed camp. Participants will be sorted into houses, attend magic classes, play Quidditch, dine in the Great Hall, and win house points by participating in different challenges inspired by the novels. Camp is led by two English teachers.

Session 3, July 18 through 22,STEAMing Through Summer. Fee is $400 by March 15, $425 by May 1, $450 after May 1. A variety of traditional camp activities and field trips with a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math, including a trip to the Liberty Science Center.

Session 4, July 25 through 29, Color Wars. Fee is $400 by March 15, $425 by May 1, $450 after May 1. Campers will bedivided into teams to compete to earn points in boating, archery, sports, games, and more. Field trips will offer additional opportunities to advance your team on the scoreboard. Games include mini golf, bowling, and laser tag.

Session 5, Aug. 1 through 5, Nature Adventure Week. Fee is $425 by March 15, $450 by May 1, $475 after May 1. Campers will explore the great outdoors through hiking, boating, and learning wilderness survival skills including building a shelter, wilderness first aid, and cooking over a campfire. Campers will rock climb, zip line, and visit the Turtle Back Zoo.

Session 6, Aug. 8 through 12, Welcome to the Fair. Fee is $400 by March 15, $425 by May 1, $450 after May 1. Carnival games, cotton candy, and a trip to the county fair.

Refund policy: 100% refund minus 3% processing fee if canceled by May 1; 75% refund if canceled by June 1, 50% refund if canceled by June 24; 25% refund if canceled June 25, eight days before the start of the session. All trips and activities are subject to change. For information and registration, contact info@rutherfurdhall.org. With questions, contact Nick Serraino, Rutherfurd Hall Program Director, at (908) 280-3654

Field trips will be offered to school and community groups starting in the fall of 2022 sponsored by Rutherfurd Hall and the Allamuchy Township School District. Groups will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on lessons as they explore the rich history of Rutherfurd Hall. Attendees will also be able to schedule trips to enjoy a variety of outdoor education activities including team building, S.T.E.A.M., and canoeing and kayaking activities. More information will come during the spring.