THE BRIDGEWATER-SOMERVILLE CONNECTION PAGE 36 FEBRUARY/MARCH 2025 theconnectionsnj.com The Bespoke Butler Meet Jeeves! Tired of making every meal, cleaning everyday, and wish you had some help? Look no further than Jeeves-your Bespoke Butler! Program him to suit your needs! *Sort laundry *Prep meals *Light cleaning *Set the table *Load the dishwasher *Bring in the mail *Take out the garbage ...the list is endless Jeeves will have you asking, “Where have you been all my life?” Program him to suit mybespokebutler.com Cadicina Law, LLC primarily practices in the area of divorce, family law, domestic violence, prenuptial/post-nuptial agreements and related matters dealing with alimony, custody, child support, and equitable distribution along with dissolution of domestic partnerships, civil unions and same sex divorces. The firm has developed an excellent reputation in family law, has been recognized in various publications, our attorneys serve on various family law committees and lecture for County and State Bar Associations. Cadicina Law, LLC continues to serve clients in Morris, Somerset and the surrounding Northern New Jersey counties. The firm also performs complex family law mediations and arbitrations for private clients and court appointed assignments. Please visit our website and social media sites to obtain more information about the firm and members. MATRIMONIAL & FAMILY LAW Cadicina Law, LLC TEL: 973-270-9166 FAX: 973-843-6072 cadicinalaw.com Pasqua S. Cadicina, Thomas R. McConnell, Joseph P. Cadicina, Mauro D. Altamura, Carly DiFrancisco 36 Cattano Ave., 6th Floor, Morristown, New Jersey 07960 Office Location: have a friend whose family is from Sweden. When I see her in the rain, snow or cold, she is outside with her kids. Her family says, “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.” This philosophy has gained popularity as American families are learning about Scandinavian parenting techniques. If dressed appropriately, being outside in most kinds of weather is actually the healthiest thing you can do. So get outside! There is a lot to do in this area, even in winter and into the muddy months of spring. You can start with the jam-packed calendar of activities at the Environmental Education Center on Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge. The crown jewel of the late winter calendar at the EEC is its Maple Sugaring program. The program is fun and informative for all ages. Starting at the Center, the group takes a short half-mile hike to the Maple Sugaring shack where a naturalist explains the history of maple sugaring that began in the Northeast centuries ago with the Native Americans and the Colonists. The program also includes a demonstration of how the trees are tapped with both modern and historical sap-collecting methods, as well as showing the boiling process that produces delicious local maple syrup. The 60-minute program is offered every Saturday and Sunday in February at 12pm and 2pm. Tickets are $6 for seniors and students and $7 for adults. They are available at the EEC and it is recommended that you arrive 30-40 minutes early to purchase the tickets. There is a lot to do while you wait! One tip-wear warm clothing and boots or other appropriate footwear. The trails are likely to be muddy or covered in snow. If you have a Scout troop, you can contact the center about forming or joining a scouting group. Want to learn a little more about nature and meet some people while getting some exercise outdoors? Walking outdoors has been proven to benefit both your mental and physical health. Join one of the EEC’s “Woodland Walks.” This weekly walking group for adults is offered every Tuesday in February from 9-10am. A naturalist takes the group on a walk on the trails at a moderate pace with occasional breaks. The cost is $24 for the 4-week session for seniors, $28 for adults. There are loads of opportunities at the EEC for kids of all ages to get outdoors and connect with nature. The Young Explorers Club on Monday mornings is for infants through age five with a caregiver. KinderNats is on Mondays after school for kids ages 5-7. Swamp Kids is the perfect after-school activity on Thursdays for kids, ages 8-10, who love the outdoors. Older kids, ages 11-13, will love the Trailblazers program on Wednesdays. There are also one-day programs like Animal Tracks that take kids out on the hiking trails with a naturalist in search of animal tracks. All programs require registration. See the website at www.somersetcountyparks.org/environmental-education-center/pages/educational-public-programs-february-2025 to register and get more information on fees and available programs. No excuses-wrap yourself in some warm layers and boots and get out there! The programs at the Environmental Education Center are worth it! Wrap Up and Get Outside By Joanne Kleinle FAMILY ADVENTURES No excuses-wrap yourself in some warm layers and boots and get out there! I
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