🌱 Patch AM: Discover the easy Hacklebarney loop hiding in Long Valley’s backyard

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In today's newsletter:

• Discover the easy Hacklebarney loop hiding in Long Valley’s backyard

Also on today's calendar: Washington Township Library's Virtual Art Program, "From Sea to Shining Sea" and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the elephant wear pink socks? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 74 and low of 51 degrees.
• Wednesday: A strong afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 77, low: 59.
• Thursday: A gusty t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 82 and low of 62 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• You Don't Have To Be A Serious Hiker To Enjoy These 10 Easy New Jersey Trails Under 5 Miles (myfamilytravels.com) — One of the featured easy hikes is the Riverside and Main Trail Loop at Hacklebarney State Park, right here in Long Valley, offering a dramatic Black River gorge without tough climbing. The article highlights ten under‑five‑mile New Jersey trails that favor flat paths, shade, and family‑friendly terrain, giving local walkers plenty of relaxed day‑trip ideas across the state.    

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📸 Around Long Valley

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Long Valley

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★ Featured events ★

Friday June 19

• Live WITH CHEF AJ — Ethos Primary Care →
  Ethos Primary Care, 177 W Mill Rd, Long Valley
  1:00 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday June 16

• Washington Township Library's Virtual Art Program, "From Sea to Shining Sea" →
  7:00 pm

Wednesday June 17

• Heath Village Hosts Luncheon & Tour - Wednesday, June 17th →
  Heath Village Retirement Community, 430 Schooleys Mountain Rd, Hackettstown
  9:00 am
• Washington Township Library Presents "Building A Meadow of Native Plants" →
  37 E Springtown Rd, Washington Township
  6:30 pm

Friday June 19

• Farm & Garden Tea Social →
  Ethos Farm Organic Market, 177 W Mill Rd, Washington Township
  2:00 pm

Saturday June 20

• Ethos Farm to Health →
  Ethos Farm Organic Market, 177 W Mill Rd, Long Valley
  9:00 am

Monday June 22

• Washington Twp Library's Virtual Art Talks, "The Impressionists" →
  7:00 pm

Tuesday June 23

• Chester's 62nd Independence Day Firemen's Carnival and Fireworks →
  Chubb Park, 290 W Main St, Chester
  9:00 am
• Let's Toss Class ( In-Person) — Ethos Primary Care →
  Ethos Primary Care, 177 W Mill Rd, Long Valley
  5:00 pm

Thursday June 25

• Dog Basic Class →
  My Dog's Got Class, 1271 US-22, Lebanon
  6:00 pm
• Washington Township Library Presents "Abraham Lincoln and America's 250th" →
  6:45 pm

Friday June 26

• Ethos Farm to Health →
  Ethos Farm Organic Market, 177 W Mill Rd, Long Valley
  9:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Chester School District posted a job opening for Substitute Teacher in Chester. Apply here.
• Goodwin Recruiting posted a job opening for Senior Medical Billing Specialist in Hackettstown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Long Valley here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Hackettstown

• Hackettstown Police Officers Celebrated At Annual Awards Ceremony (patch.com)

Mendham

• Manasquan's Season Ends in State Final Loss to Mendham After Memorable Playoff Run (shoresportsinsider.com)

Roxbury

• 9-Year-Old Leads Radio-Controlled Car Fundraiser in Roxbury (tapinto.net)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because his blue socks were in the wash. (Thank you Mary C. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

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