Parsippany resident Ava Arthurs having her face painted at the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Food Truck and Music Festival held at Veterans Park on Saturday, September 17
MORRIS COUNTY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany held its 2nd Annual Food Truck and Music Festival on Saturday, September 17 at Veterans Park, Parsippany.
There were plenty of food options, with more than twenty gourmet food trucks serving up cuisine at the park. Families came with chairs and blankets and enjoyed a wonderful day in the park listening to live music provided by Naughty Humphrey and Grand Theft Audio NJ.
The food vendors included Why Not Burgers, The Game Changer, Clydes Ice Cream, Oreo Fix, Antojitos, Hocus Smokus, Rolling Yatai, Marley’s Wing and Things, Pretty Good Pizza, Speedy Tacos, Top Tea Plug, Empanada Guy, Oxtail Gravy, Jerzey Girl Pickles and the fabulous assorted coffee by Zing Coffee.
The festival featured many local craft vendors
The festival featured many local craft vendors, games for kids, activities for adults like shoot airsoft rifles and other activities such as sand art, henna tattoos and more.
Members of Kiwanis Club of Caldwell-West Essex with members of Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany
“The fundraiser was a huge success with just shy of 2,000 people in attendance. Thank you to all of the sponsors, volunteers and attendees who made this event such a success! Save the date for our next winter food truck festival with bonfire on Saturday, March 4” said Chairman Nicolas Limanov.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library Systems Director Melissa Kuzma and Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Councilman Justin Musella
Special thanks to Nielsen Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep, Ram for sponsoring the event and Mega Bite Events for coordinating the event.
For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, click here.
Owners Ryan Ehrhardt and Frank Belardo from Pretty Good PizzaThe weather was beautiful for Naughty Humphrey to perform at Veterans ParkMembers of Sons of Italy came out to support the Kiwanis ClubParsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio practicing his axe throwing skills as Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Councilman Frank Neglia looks onCouncilman Frank Neglia, Justin Musella, Mayor James Barberio and Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr., came out to support Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. Later in the day Councilman Michael dePierro and Former Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce joined the eventFamilies came with chairs and blankets and enjoyed a wonderful day in the park listening to live music provided by Naughty Humphrey and Grand Theft Audio NJMorris Now, Morris County’s newest APP featuring local businesses, news and events was soliciting people to download the new APP. Any person that downloads the APP is automatically entered to win a $50.00 gift card of their choice at a local restaurant. #SHOP LOCAL www.morrisnow.comCouncilman Frank Neglia, Frank Cahill, Matthew Molinaro and Nicolas NegliaJerzey Girl PicklesMayor James Barberio and Councilman Frank Neglia tasting coffee from Zing CoffeeThe weather was beautiful at the park and the event attracted everyoneThere was something to do for all agesOreo FixSpeedy Tacos
St. Peter's Church, is located at 215 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes
MOUNTAIN LAKES — How is faith relevant in my life? How do I deepen my
faith? Where is God in my life?
Beginning September 21, an eight-week evening program of faith exploration and discovery
will provide an opportunity to explore these questions.
The series will include inspirational talks, discussions and worship experiences, offered
through the collaborative ministry of the Episcopal churches of Boonton, Denville & Mountain Lakes. It is open to anyone interested, whether they belong to a faith community, are exploring different faiths or have no faith affiliation.
Participants will gather Wednesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at St. Peter’s Church, 215
Boulevard, Mountain Lakes. Free childcare will be available.
For more information, contact the Rev. Michael Muller at St. Peter’s at (973) 334-4429 or
mmuller.stpetersml@gmail.com.
Sgt Chris Chicoris, Sgt. Jason Raffo, Lt. Joe D’Agostino, Chief Tom Cacciabeve, Jerry Delorenzo, Facilities Manager, Mayor Paul Allieri
BOONTON TOWNSHIP — The Boonton Township Committee meeting was held on Monday, September 12.
The Boonton Township Police Department received its third reaccreditation from the New Jersey State Chiefs of Police Association.
Bd of Edu Vice President Christine Cabana, BOE President Barry Brantner, Supt. Christian Angelillo, Lt. Joe D’Agostino. Sgt. Jason Raffo, Sgt. Chris Chicoris, SLEO III John Fox, Jr., Chief Tom Cacciabeve, Sheriff Jim Gannon, Senator Tony Bucco (second row) Committeeman Tom SanFilippo, Deputy Mayor Brian Honan, Committeeman Tom Donadio, Mayor Paul Allieri, Committeeman Bill KlingenerSgt. Chris Chicoris, Sgt. Jason Raffo, Lt. Joseph D’Agostino, Chief Tom Cacciabeve, Mayor Paul Allieri, Harry Delgado, Accreditation Program Director, NJSACOP Administration of the Oath of Office by Senator Tony Bucco to Class III Officer John Fox, Jr. with his family looking on
The Township Committee enacted an ordinance creating Class III Special Officers and hired retired East Hanover Lieutenant John Fox, Jr. as its first Class III officer.
Officer Fox will be assigned to the Rockaway Valley School.
The oath of office was administered by Senator Anthony Bucco who was the sponsor of the Class III Special Law Enforcement Officer legislation.
The Township also received a donation from TerrAcend NJ to outfit the new Class III officers with body armor and body worn cameras.
MORRIS COUNTY — “Voting is people power,” notes the League of Women Voters and as part of ensuring more people are prepared to vote, it will be holding a Voters Registration Drive at County College of Morris (CCM) on Tuesday, September 27.
The registration will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the CCM Library, located in the Learning Resource Center on the college’s campus, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. The registration is open to all community residents. Visitors to the campus are asked first to check in with Public Safety, located near Parking Lot 10, to obtain a visitor and parking pass.
“At CCM we are proud of our students’ involvement in their community and our nation. Registering to vote is one more opportunity to have a voice and participate in our democracy,” says Heather Craven, dean of the library. “We also are pleased to be able to offer this opportunity to the general public to register to vote.”
Along with the voter registration drive, the CCM Library has put together a guide on voter registration and elections, which can be found by clicking here.
The deadline to register to vote in New Jersey’s General Election this year is October 18. To check if you are already registered click here.
The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan, grassroots organization that works to protect and expand voting rights. It does so by empowering voters and defending democracy through advocacy and education at the local, state and national levels.
MORRIS COUNTY — Despite steady rain, over 150 first responders, public officials and residents joined Morris County’s 9/11 Remembrance ceremony on Sunday evening, the 21st Anniversary of the attacks.
Morris County remembers Donald Leroy Adams, Margaret L Benson, John Paul Bocchi, Martin Boryczewski, Dennis Buckley, Cecile M. Caguicla, Liam Callahan, David C. Carlone, James Leslie Crawford, Jr., Joseph Deluca, Captain Robert Edward Dolan, Antoinette Duger, Gregg J. Froehner, Alayne F. Centul, Debra Lynn Fischer Gibbon, Paul Stuart Gilbey, Gayle R. Greene, Eileen Marsha Greenstein, Gary Robert Haag, Timothy Robert Hughes, Anthony P. Infante, Jr., Jason Kyle Jacobs, Joon Koo Kang, Lucille King, Angela R. Kyte, Robin Blair Larkey, Thomas V. Linehan, Jr., Sean Patrick Lynch, Simon Maddison, Alfred Russell Maler, Christian Hartwell Maltby, Hilda Marcin, William J. Martin, Jr., Philip W. Mastrandrea, Jr., William A. Mathesen, Robert D. Mattson, Patrick J. McGuire, Martin Paul Michelstein, Seth Allan Morris, Peter C. Moutos, Alexander Napier, Jr., Michael O’Brien, Michael John Pescherine, Thomas H. Polhemus,David Alan James Rathkey, Richard C. Rescorla, Antonio Augusto Tome Rocha, James Romito, Steven Harris, Russin Thomas Sabella, Maria Theresa Santillan, Matthew Carmen Sellitto, Karen Lynn Seymour-Dietrich, Barbara A. Shaw, Francis Joseph Skidmore, Jr., Michael C. Sorresse, Thomas S. Strada, Edward W. Straub, Kenneth J. Swenson, Dennis Gerard Taormina, William R. Tieste, Peter Guyder Wallace, Matthew David Yarnell, Mark Zangrilli, and Kenneth Albert Zelman.
FDNY Firefighter Carl Asaro, Jr.; He and three sibling joined the FDNY in honor of their family, FDNY Firefighter Carl Asaro, who was killed on 9/11
FDNY Firefighter Carl Asaro, Jr., the keynote speaker, provided unscripted, heart-felt remarks about his father, FDNY Firefighter Carl Asaro, Sr., who was killed responding to the attacks on the Twin Towers in Manhattan that fateful day. Carl, Jr. and three of his siblings joined the FDNY in honor of their father as soon as they grew old enough.
Despite steady rain, residents joined Morris County’s 9/11 Remembrance ceremonyParsippany-Troy Hill Mayor James Barberio and Councilman Justin were among the attendees on the rainy, gloomy Sunday evening
The U.S. Naval Cadet Sea Corps out of Picatinny Arsenal were new to the procession of first responders, who traditionally kick off each annual ceremony by marching up West Hanover Avenue, to the Morris County 9/11 Memorial in Parsippany Township. The group of young people represented a new generation, born after the cowardly attacks of September 11, 2001, who are picking up the torch to remember the nearly 3,000 people killed in New York, at the Pentagon and on Flight 93 when is crashed in Shanksville, Pa.
Loretta Viglione, who lost her brother, FDNY Firefighter Tommy Sabella in 9/11Morris County 9/11 Memorial in Parsippany TownshipMorris County 9/11 Memorial in Parsippany TownshipSites from Ground ZeroSites from Ground ZeroSites from Ground ZeroSites from Ground ZeroSites from Ground ZeroMorris County Commissioner Tayfun Selen delivered the Welcome message
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Tourism Bureau is pleased to announce the return of its popular heritage walking tours and programs for fall 2022. Learn about the history, people, and architecture of the Morristown area with a knowledgeable guide. These small group, one-hour tours will run between September 24 and October 29. Note: days and times of programs vary.
Pre-registration and pre-payment are required, and no walk-ins will be accepted. Tickets cost $25.00 per person. The programs will sell out, so register early. New this year, each tour participant will receive a $10.00 Morristown Partnership Gift Certificate redeemable at 200 local restaurants and businesses.
The Seeing Eye Guide Dogs in Morristown – Ever wondered about the beautiful guide dogs training around Morristown? They are learning to guide the blind with their future owners. The Seeing Eye has been in Morris County since 1931. You’ll hear about their history, walk around Morristown visiting places important to the Seeing Eye, and have a photo op at the Morris Frank and “Buddy” statue. The tour will begin at the office of the Seeing Eye at 14 Maple Avenue between Market and DeHart Street. The tour will be given on Saturday, September 24 at 11:00 a.m. and repeat on Saturday, October 15 at 11:00 a.m.
Morristown Walking Tour “Bones and Stones”- Get an overview of 300 years of Morristown history and visit architectural highlights of the Morristown Historic District including the 1827 Courthouse, the Morristown Green and the 1733 graveyard. Your guide is Carol Barkin of the Morris County Tourism Bureau and member of the Morristown Historic Preservation Commission. This tour will be given on Saturday, September 24 at 11:30 a.m. and repeat Saturday, October 1 at 11:30 a.m. Tours will begin at 6 Court Street, Morristown.
Victorian Morristown Walking Tour – Saturday, October 1 at 11:00 a.m. Stroll by Morristown’s 100 Victorian residences anchored by Macculloch Hall and the Thomas Nast House. Karen Ann Kurlander, a local resident and Victorian lifestyle expert will be your guide. The tour will begin at the Starbucks at the corner of Market and West Park Place.
Meet the Stickleys at Craftsman Farms – Tour the Log House at Craftsman Farms, Gustav Stickley’s early 20th century estate and a National Historic Landmark. Stickley was a leading designer of the Arts and Crafts movement and Craftsman Farms represents the apex of his career. The Log House is the centerpiece of Craftsman Farms’ verdant acreage and was the Stickley’s family home from 1911-1917. Currently, the Stickley Museum is under construction to rebuild the Annex after extensive damage caused by Tropical Storm Isaias in August 2020. This tour is a special opportunity to visit and will be limited to just 15 people and will take place on Saturday, October 15 at 1:30 p.m. at 2352 Route 10 West, Parsippany-Troy Hills.
Morristown’s Gilded Age: The Foote Mansion and Springbrook Farm – This popular program begins with a lecture in the Great Room of the Foote Mansion, saved and adapted nearly 90 years ago as the Loyola Retreat Center. You’ll learn about Morristown’s Gilded, the prominent Foote Family, and tour the mansion and gardens of the largest home ever built in Morristown. The program will be given on Sunday, October 23 at 2:00 p.m. at 161 James Street, Morristown.
*Halloween in the Whippany Burying Yard – This fun tour of the 1718 Whippany Burying Yard is our annual Halloween party which begins with a torchlight tour of Morris County’s first graveyard and resting place of its earliest settlers. The tour will take place on Saturday, October 29 at 5:00 p.m. Costumes are encouraged and refreshments will be served. All ages and scary costumes welcome! Park at the Casa de Montecristo Cigar Lounge at 301 Route 10 East, Whippany, and then walk west to the graveyard. We are pleased to offer this tour free to the public but pre-registration is required.
Please note: Day, times and starting points vary. No walk-ins will be accepted. No refunds. Wear weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable shoes. Tours will be held in sun and light drizzle. Tours will be rescheduled in case of severe weather. Service dogs only please. These tours are designed for adults and children over age 12.
The Morris County Tourism Bureau (MCTB) is a division of the Morris County Economic Development Alliance (MCEDA) a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. The organization holds the distinction of being the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for Morris County.
The specific purpose of the MCEDA is to attract, develop, and retain businesses in the County (this activity provides relief for, the poor, distressed and underprivileged, combats community deterioration, and lessens the government’s burden). A second, but no less important, mission is to serve as a destination marketing organization that positively affects the economy of Morris County by promoting the area’s exceptional historic, cultural, and recreational attractions by providing services to residents, business travelers and tourists.
These tours are also generously supported by the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the NJ Department of State with additional funding provided by the division of Travel and Tourism, NJ Department of State, the County of Morris, and the Morris County Economic Development Alliance’s Private-Public Supporters.
HANOVER — After two cancellations due to Covid, the Reunion for Hanover Park Class of 1970 is finally on!
The Hanover Park High School Class of 1970 is having a 50th Reunion, Saturday evening, October 29, 2022 at the Sheraton Parsippany Hotel and we’d love to see our classmates there!
In order to be up-to-date on the latest information, check out our Facebook Page: Hanover Park High School Class of 1970 Reunion, and to help us to keep in touch with you, PLEASE forward your email information to: hpclassof1970reunion@gmail.com
TOWN OF BOONTON — i2i Italian Indian Restaurant was named one of the best Indian Restaurants in Morris County by a Readers Choice 2022: Best Restaurants and Food, Morris and Essex Counties published in Morris/Essex – Health and Life.
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Township Recreation announces the return of Hanover Township Day to Malapardis Park in Cedar Knolls on Saturday, September 17 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
This event celebrates all things Hanover Township with music, food, dance, karate and dance demonstrations, story time readings as well as community display tables and activities and a special display of skills by the Morris County Sheriff’s Department K-9 Corps. This year, due to low water levels at the pond and maintenance issues with the paddle boats, there will be motorized boat races at the pond instead. Finally, no Hanover Township Day would be complete without wagon rides provided by Dick Kitchell.
On the field are activities including face painting (sponsored by Hartz Mountain Real Estate) , balloon art (sponsored by Dorsey & Semrau), the test your strength hi striker as well as bounce houses and other inflatables like Soccer Darts (sponsored by the Hanover Soccer Association) and Toxic Meltdown (sponsored by Sunrise Senior Living.) The Cedar Knolls Fire Department and Cedar Knolls Board of Fire Commissioners will provide a trackless train for extra fun.
All of this is free of charge making it an “empty pockets” event thanks to these and other local sponsors!
The day begins with the raising of the flag by Boy Scout Troop #155 at 1:00 p.m.
Following the introduction of dignitaries and recognition of event sponsors, the WPHS Marching Band kicks of the event with a musical program and that demonstrates why they are the “Pride of Whippany.”
What follows is a day of family fun that includes hot dogs donated by Wegmans and prepared and served by Hanover Rotary volunteers; corn on the cob purchased, prepared and served by members of the Knights of Columbus Elizabeth Ann Seton Council No. 6904; ice pops and cotton candy courtesy of the Hanover Township Recreation Commissioners. Suburban Propane and Shop-rite are sponsoring bottled water stations. Local civic, community, religious and other non-profit groups sponsor tables and displays with information and giveaways. The 200 Club will be providing free child identification cards and Hope One will also be on site.
From 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. the band Five Wheel Drive will perform its popular brand of rock, pop-rock, party and dance music. Attendees can bring a chair to sit and listen to the music or check out the tables and demonstrations with the music in the background.
It promises to be a festive day featuring food, family, entertainment and fun for all.
For more information and a schedule of events click here.
The rain date is Sunday, September 18, same location and same time. If the weather is questionable, call the Hanover Township Recreation Hotline for information: (973) 887-7870.
