Monday, June 25, 2012

Exhibit Tour


Wednesday, June 28th  2 PM


Join Curator of Education, Meg Wastie, as she leads an in-depth tour of the exhibit, Spinning Tales: the Fabric of New Jersey.   

Pre-registration required.  Regular Admission.  To register call 973-377-2982 x14.

Friday, June 8, 2012

Downtown Concert Series Begins June 22nd


The Project to Perform for the Downtown Concert Series at the Museum of Early Trades & Crafts

On Friday, June 22nd 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, the Madison Downtown Development Commission and Investors Bank featuring the classic rock band, The Project.

A four-piece band of Madison men who initially found one another through their children, students at Madison’s Central Avenue School, and returned to their roots in classic rock.  The band features Chris Bias as lead vocals, rhythm guitar and percussion, Mike Preston on lead and rhythm guitar, Mike Shugrue on bass, background vocals and harmonica, and Marc Cozzolino on Drums.

The Downtown Concert Series is a series of FREE Friday evening, family-friendly concerts, held every other Friday, 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, the Madison Downtown Development Commission and Investors Bank for their generous support.  Thank you also, to Madison Borough and the Madison Police Department.

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! 

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Knitting Workshop


Wednesday, June 20th & 27th   6:30 PM – 8:30 PM


Join skilled knitter Susan Kessel as she leads a two day beginner knitting workshop.  Learn about the tools, fibers and methods needed to knit.  Participants will be taught the basics of Casting On, the Knit Stitch, the Purl Stitch, and Binding Off, the four basic skills needed to knit and will be able to create something of their own.   

Open to ages 12 & up.  Pre-registration required by Friday, June 15th.  Space is limited.  Admission is $25 for Non-members & $20 for Members (includes all supplies).  Call 973-377-2982 x14 to register.