Brynn Stanley to Perform for the Downtown Concert Series

BRYNN STANLEY
to Perform for the Downtown Concert Series

On Friday, July 8^th from 6-8pm the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts invites guests to the Downtown Concert Series, presented by The Arts Council of the Morris Area, Star Ledger, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, The Provident Bank, and Whole Foods, featuring the smooth sounds of vocalist, Brynn Stanley.

Brynn has spent the last several years singing professionally at venues throughout New York City and New Jersey. Her smooth and soulful voice takes familiar songs and flips them into contemporary versions in a unique style that’s all her own. Focusing primarily in jazz, soul, and pop, Brynn’s collection of music continues to expand with the integration of original music into her performances.

What better way to end the day! Come out and join us.

The Downtown Concert Series is a series of nine FREE Friday evening, family-friendly concerts, held every other Friday until September 30^th, outside on the lawn of the Museum. Guests are encouraged to spend some time after the concerts in downtown Madison where they can explore the town’s many unique shops and restaurants.

Visit the Museum’s website for a full listing of the concert schedule at www.metc.org.

The Museum would like to especially acknowledge The Arts Council of the Morris Area, Star Ledger, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, The Provident Bank, and Whole Foods, for their generous support. Thank you also, to Madison Honda and the Downtown Development Commission. For more information please call 973-377-2982 x14 or visit our website at www.metc.org.

Rain or Shine! In case of inclement weather concert will be held inside the Museum with first come first serve seating. FREE!

Summer Camp for a Day

Summer Camp for a Day

The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts will host eight unique one day summer camps for children ages 4-12. The first camp session is Tuesday, July 12^thand will run till Wednesday, August, 31^st. Each Camp for a Day session will run from 10am to 2pm.

Camp for a Day offers a fun-filled day of camp activities without the long term commitment. Campers will learn about different aspects of history and participate in a variety of hands-on craft projects based on the Museum’s exhibits. Camp themes include the Mariners, Merchants & Pirates exhibit, pirates, shells, a traditional tea party and much more.

Campers may pick and choose as many camp sessions as they please.

July’s Camps:

Navigation and Knots, Tuesday, July 12^th - Campers will learn how sailors navigated the seas with compasses and other instruments. Activities include making a simple compass, the history of string and ropes and how they have and are used today in sailing and other activities. Campers will practice knot tying and will take home rope and a handout of knots to use in their everyday lives. Crafts include a chain knot bracelet/necklace.

Pirate Adventure Day I, Wednesday, July 20^th - Campers will have fun being a pirate for the day. Participants will learn about the life of a pirate and get to take part in a number of pirate themed activities including games and crafts.

Seashells and Sailor Valentines, Thursday, July 28^th - Campers will tour the Mariners, Merchants & Pirate exhibit, focusing on identifying the shells on display. Participants will learn about the history of the Sailor Valentines and will make their own Sailor Valentine craft to take home.

August’s Camps:

Pirate Booty! Tuesday, August 2^nd - A pirate’s most priced possessions are the booty they find and hide away! Campers will have fun making their own treasure box and filling it with the treasures that each camper makes. Jewels, fun pins, ring and gold doubloons will be made to stash away and play with later at home. Campers will also make their own treasure map so they will always know where their booty box is!

Pirate Adventure Day II, Wednesday, August 10^th - Campers will have fun being a pirate for the day. Participants will learn about the life of a pirate and get to take part in a number of pirate themed activities including games and crafts.

Pirate Tales, Thursday, August 18^th - There is nothing like a great pirate adventure! Campers will write and draw their own adventure storybook to take home with them! They will be involved with creating Pirate characters, designing a pirate flag, and making up an adventure story. Campers will also participate in drawing one picture for a Pirate Adventure Coloring Book. The coloring book will be produced for each pirate…. uh, we mean camper, to take home.

Caleb the Carpenter, Tuesday, August 23^rd - Named in honor of Caleb Burroughs, a carpenter here in Madison during the 1800s, participants will learn about Early American tools. Campers will use a variety of tools to create a number of carpentry projects during the day.

Dolly & Me Tea Party, Wednesday, August 31^st - Bring your dolly and treat her to an afternoon tea. Campers will learn about Colonial dolls and will make a variety of crafts, including spoon dolls, placemats and decorative fans. The day will end with games and a lovely tea party.

Campers are asked to bring a bag lunch, sun screen and extra drinks if hot out. Activities are both outside and inside the Museum.

Anyone under the age of 6 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Members: $25 for any 1 session and $65 for any 3. Non-Members: $30 for any 1 session and $80 for any 3 sessions.

Sign-up now! Space is limited. Pre-registration required, call 973-377-2982 x12.

CHIA’s Dance Party
to Perform
Friday, June 24^th from 6-8pm

The Museum of Early Trades & Crafts invites guests to the Downtown Concert Series, presented by The Arts Council of the Morris Area, Star Ledger, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, The Provident Bank, and Whole Foods, featuring the Colombian Jazz band CHIA’s Dance Party.

CHIA’s Dance Party is a New York City-based Quintet/Sextet. The band delivers a unique musical experience where infectious danceable grooves mix harmoniously with extensive compositional and improvisational work. The band performs original material inspired by the Colombian rhythmic and melodic traditions, yet explores different genres and compositional approaches.

Chia's Dance Party has become one of the most popular and admired "brass bands" of the New York City's World Jazz scene and is sure to get everyone off their seats and onto their feet.

The Downtown Concert Series is a series of nine FREE Friday evening, family-friendly concerts, held every other Friday until September 30^th, outside on the lawn of the Museum. Guests are encouraged to spend some time after the concerts in downtown Madison where they can explore the town’s many unique shops and restaurants.

Visit the Museum’s website for a full listing of the concert schedule at www.metc.org.

The Museum would like to especially acknowledge The Arts Council of the Morris Area, Star Ledger, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, The Provident Bank, and Whole Foods, for their generous support. Thank you also, to Madison Honda and the Downtown Development Commission.

For more information please call 973-377-2982 x14 or visit our website at www.metc.org. Rain or Shine! In case of inclement weather concert will be held inside the Museum with first come first serve seating. FREE!

FREE Summer Concerts

DOWNTOWN
CONCERT SERIES

Friday, June 10^th
6 PM - 8 PM

Join the classic rock band, Bob Rocco & Jumping the Gun for a FREE, outdoor, family-friendly concert. Bring a blanket/chair and sit back and enjoy a pleasant evening of music at Museum. Picnicking welcome.

For more information call 973-377-2982 x14 or visit our website at www.metc.org. Rain or Shine! In case of inclement weather concert will be held inside the Museum on a first come first serve bases. FREE!

The Downtown Concert Series is a series of nine FREE Friday evening, family-friendly concerts, held every other Friday until September 30^th, outside on the lawn of the Museum. Guests are encouraged to spend some time after the concerts in downtown Madison where they can explore the town’s many unique shops and restaurants.

Visit the Museum’s website for a full listing of the concert schedule at www.metc.org.

The Museum would like to especially acknowledge The Arts Council of the Morris Area, Star Ledger, Blue Ridge Mountain Sports, The Provident Bank, and Whole Foods, for their generous support. METC would also like to thank the Madison Downtown Development Commission and Madison Honda.