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Annual events on behalf of the Morris Museum are an important tradition in the Morris County region.The fall gala is an annual dinner and auction. Holiday Tree Festival features a dramatic display of beautiful holiday items. The annual Golf Classic is a highlight for golf enthusiasts. Proceeds from these events support the museum’s education and exhibition programs.

Gala| Holiday Open House

22nd Annual Golf Classic | Old Bags Luncheon | Mother's Day Afternoon |

Annual Friends' Gala

Hollywood Glam

Saturday, October 2, 2010

6 p.m.

Gown worn by Marilyn Monroe in Gentleman Prefer Blondes, which will be on view in the exhibition Icons of Costume.

Courtesy James A. Michener Art Museum

This gala fundraising dinner/dance is sponsored by The Friends of the Morris Museum, to support the many wonderful programs, exhibitions and performances at the museum and Bickford Theatre.

The theme of the gala complements the exhibition, Icons of Costume, Hollywood's Golden Era and Beyond, which premieres at the gala, and opens at the museum on Sunday, October 3, 2010. "Hollywood Glam" will have decor highlighted by an exclusive showing of movie memorabilia and film posters from a privately owned New Jersey collection.

"Hollywood Glam" will be held throughout the museum's exquisite spaces, including the dramatic glass Grand Pavilion, as well as the sky-lit Museum Court. Festivities include signature cocktail (served from JFK's silver cocktail shaker), appetizers, a sumptuous sit-down dinner, dancing and and a live auction featuring fabulous offerings.

"Hollywood Glam" co-chairs (l..to r.) Michele Hedley, Morristown, NJ; Judy Chadourne, Harding Township,NJ; and Noel Settle, New Vernon,NJ, at the Morris Museum before a 'Save the Date' poster with the iconic image of Marilyn Monroe's gold lamé gown.

For sponsorship information or to request an invitation to Hollywood Glam, please call 973.889.5839. Click to print an INVITATION or REPLY CARD or AD JOURNAL FORM.

Holiday Open House

December 2010 (date TBA)

5:30-9:00 pm

Kick off the holiday season at the Morris Museum's annual festive event! Guests will enjoy cocktails and sumptuous hors d'oeuvres and have the opportunity to visit our Holly Shoppes to preview and purchase boutique items that include toys, dolls, scarves, jewelry, decorative items for the home, ornaments and handcrafted holiday items.

Joen Ferrari, President of the Friends, and husband,

Gene, enjoy the 2006 Feliz Navidad Holiday Party.

To request an invitation, please call 973.971.3713.

22nd Annual Golf Classic

Spring 2011(date to be announced)

Museum supporters and golf enthusiasts will enjoy a day of fun, fellowship, camaraderie and of course – GOLF!

The day will begin with a luncheon, followed by the tournament.

First Hole

Rockaway River Country Club Golf Course (2010 Golf Classic)

In the evening, guests will enjoy cocktails, dinner and the presentation of the event’s awards. Prizes will be awarded to women, men and seniors for: Hole-In-One, Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Straightest Drive. The evening will also include a 50/50 raffle, tricky-tray and silent auction. Proceeds from the Golf Classic support the museum’s high-caliber exhibitions, collections and education programs for children, seniors and families.

For sponsorship, participation and tournament information, please call Lana Gusoff at 973.971.3721.

From left: Friends President Joen Ferrrari, past Friends President Joan Petite and member Ellie Nice show off several of the bags auctioned at a previous luncheon.

Old Bags Ladies Luncheon

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Fendi, Coach, MAXX, Mary Frances, Vera Bradley! Ladies, do you love fashionable designer handbags but hate to pay the steep price tags?

The Friends of the Morris Museum will host Old Bags Ladies Luncheon, featuring a silent auction of more than 100 new, gently used and vintage handbags at great prices!

Don’t be confused by the name! The Old Bags Ladies Luncheon is for both the young and the old who simply must have fabulous designer handbags.

For more information or to donate a bag, please call the Friends office at 973.971.3733.

Mother’s Day Celebration

May 2011

For a unique and special way to celebrate Mother’s Day, gather your family and friends at the Morris Museum.

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