Halsey Island Cocktail Party and Miss Lotta Crossing

Hop on the Miss Lotta and head over to #54 on Halsey Island to spend a lovely Saturday afternoon enjoying the home and surroundings that rest on the land of the former summer cottage known as Cedar Crest where famous painter and author Eric Sloane grew up.

Enjoy cocktails and many plated hors d'oeuvres along with live entertainment by local talent.

NEW DATE AND TIME! Boat leaves Nolan's Point sharply at 1pm (returns 4pm) on Sunday, September 26, 2021 (rain date to be determined)

** This is an instant purchase item. You are purchasing a slot for ONE person at the set price of $100 for a Halsey Island excursion on the Miss Lotta with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment (a total of 35 slots are being offered). You may purchase more than one in order to bring a guest.

A Walk Through History

** Special Bonus!! With many thanks to Sherry & Bob O'Donnell, this walk will now include a very special visit inside the former home of Breslin Park's most famous resident, Miss Lotta Crabtree. Beautifully restored, the cottage Lotta's mother had designed for her by the famous American architect Frank Furness and presented as a gift in 1885, is a must see. This is a rare opportunity to see one of the lake's most beautiful homes and learn its history.**

The single most important factor in Lake Hopatcong's rise as a great resort was the construction of the Hotel Breslin in 1887. The hotel was encircled by elegant cottages, many of which still stand today in Mount Arlington. The development, known as Breslin Park, hosted leaders of industry, the most famous actress of her generation, and even the Vice-President of the United States. Easy-paced, 90-minute narrated walk on flat terrain, led by President of the Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum, Marty Kane.

On Sunday, October 10th we will meet at the Mount Arlington Borough Hall at 2:00pm.