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Secrets of the Short Hills In-Person

Beneath the wild ruggedness of the Short Hills lies a landscape steeped in mystery and centuries-old secrets. Join Sara Nixon of The Brown Homestead as we trace the ghostly echoes of early industry, uncover forgotten burial grounds, and revisit the dramatic 1838 raid led by cross-border rebels. Come discover the hidden stories that linger in the hills, valleys, and waterways of the Short Hills.

Date:: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
Time:: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Time Zone:: Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:: Program Room
Branch:: Merritt Branch
Audience:: Adults Older Adults Teens
Categories:: Local History & Genealogy

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