NEWS & EVENTS
Week of September 6 , 2019
In Roxbury Township Public Schools, our students and schools are involved with more than just academics. They are active members of the community who give their time and efforts to important causes. Check out all the upcoming events happening throughout Roxbury in the coming weeks.
ROXBURY SCHOOLS IN THE NEWS

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Roxbury superintendent welcomes new staff, details new programs as new school year starts
Superintendent of Schools Loretta Radulic is asking teachers in the grades K-12 district to imagine the start of the new school year from the student's perspective.  "As we usher in another wonderful school year, let's take a moment to remember why we do what we do. Let's also think about what our students are anticipating: meeting new teachers for the first time, walking down new hallways and opening new lockers, making new friends, and of course, learning, lots of learning," Radulic writes in a letter to staff.

"As educators, we, too, continue to learn. I know many of you have taken on new challenges this summer, worked on polishing lessons, buses, machinery, and continued learning - even while enjoying time with your family. I want to thank you for that. What you do in the classrooms, main offices, on the buses, and in the fields, all contribute to creating an environment where our students can blossom," she said.

"We continue to be a team with one goal in mind - educating the next generation or, as we like to say, "preparing the students of today for tomorrow". It's an awesome and honorable responsibility, and you should all feel proud," she said.

"This year we welcome 37 new teachers, which includes 12 leave replacements and teachers who began mid-year last year. We also welcome Jessica Swaim, our new Assistant Principal at Eisenhower Middle School, Brian Hamer who will experience his first September as the Assistant Principal at Lincoln Roosevelt, Matthew Trokan as our new social studies supervisor, Peter Riffel as our new Buildings and Grounds Director, and Yusein Durakov as our new Assistant Business Administrator," she said.

Additionally, Radulic congratulated Chris Zegar on his promotion to director of innovative instruction and planning and Joseph Mondanaro to the position of business administrator. Click here to read more about Superintendent Radulic's opening day remarks from the Roxbury Register.

#AtTheRox1stDay2019

Welcome back Roxbury! 

More than 400 first day photos were shared with us! Nice job everyone! You can still share your pictures with us by emailing them to   goodnews@roxbury.org.  Maybe you'll see your child on our website or in future newsletters and publications! 

Check out all the great pictures from the first day here!


STRATEGIC PLAN: Invitation to help Roxbury Schools prepare for the future
Roxbury Township Public Schools begins its new school year planning to "prepare the children of today for tomorrow" with the beginning of its strategic planning process. 
 
The Roxbury Board of Education will spend the next few months with more than a dozen parents, students, educators, community leaders, entrepreneurs, township officials, local nonprofits, and other Roxbury representatives as part of the strategic planning process. The developed strategic plan should reflect the partnership between the community and the school district and community participation is imperative to make this process a success.
 
Community members and organizations are invited to attend the Strategic Planning meetings on the following dates:
  • Monday, September 16th at the Board of Education meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Lincoln/Roosevelt School (34 North Hillside Avenue, Succasunna, NJ)
  • Wednesday, September 25th at Roxbury High School at 6:30 p.m. in the media center.
  • Monday, October 14th at the Board of Education meeting at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Lincoln/Roosevelt School (34 North Hillside Avenue, Succasunna, NJ) 
Please help us better prepare for this event by RSVPing via our online survey at www.roxbury.org/StratPlanRSVP . Click here to read more about the Strategic Plan and the Portrait of a Graduate on our website under "In the News".

Roxbury Schools Announce Back-to-School Nights and Ribbon Cutting
The Roxbury Township Public Schools (Morris County) will welcome parents and guardians into the district's seven schools during scheduled back-to-school nights to open the 2019/2020 school year.

The evening sessions offer families the opportunity to make personal connections with teachers and administrators, learn about new initiatives and programming, discuss goals and learning strategies as well as hear about important dates. 

Roxbury Township Schools will open to staff on Tuesday, September 3rd with two in-service days. Students' school year begins Thursday, September 5th. 

This year's back-to-school nights are as follows:
  • Tuesday, September 17 at 7:00 p.m.
    • Jefferson Elementary School (35 Cornhollow Road, Succasunna, NJ)
    • Kennedy Elementary School (20 Pleasant Hill Road, Succasunna, NJ)
  • Wednesday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m.
    • Franklin Elementary School (8 Meeker Street, Succasunna, NJ)
    • Nixon Elementary School (275 Mt. Arlington Blvd., Landing, NJ)
  • Thursday, September 19 at 6:00 p.m. 
    • Roxbury High School (1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ)
  • Tuesday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m.
    • Eisenhower Middle School (47 Eyland Avenue, Succasunna, NJ)
  • Wednesday, September 25 at 7:00 p.m.
    • Lincoln/Roosevelt School (34 North Hillside Avenue, Succasunna, NJ)
Ribbon Cutting at RHS Back-to-School Night
Roxbury High School's back-to-school night will kick off at 6:00 p.m. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate and acknowledge the culmination of the reimagining of the 2500 square feet of space at Roxbury High School for its Structural Fabrication and Design program and new Robotics classroom.  In addition, the community will hear about other exciting programmatic advancements. Please check the district website for additional details as the date draws closer. Click here to read this information on our website under "In the News".

VOTE NOW: We Need Your Help to Honor Our History
Vote Now!
The Grey Building Bell Tower Bell needs a new home and we want the community's help to select its new place as a ground display! Since 1903, the bell was housed in the cupola atop the Grey Building on North Hillside Avenue. The crumbling cupola is being replaced, but it was determined that re-installing the bell would be too costly. However, it's a part of our history, so we want a special place of recognition and would like the community to have a voice in that decision.
Vote now to determine whether the bell will remain on-site in front of the first High School (now the Board of Education Administrative Offices) or be moved to the current Roxbury High School on the football field. Click here to cast your vote now! 

Click here to read about the Grey Building and Lincoln/Roosevelt's summer renovations from Tap Into Roxbury.

Coming This Saturday: Olde Suckasunny Day in Roxbury
If Hurricane Dorian behaves as predicted - and heads out to sea later this week - clear skies and pleasant temperatures are expected for Saturday, when the 32 nd Annual Olde Succasunny Day takes place in Roxbury from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Most of Main Street in Succasunna will be closed to vehicles during the day as pedestrians visit booths set up by vendors and local organizations, enjoy music and dance performances, buy (and make) crafts and taste food.

The event is co-sponsored by The First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna, the Roxbury Public Library and Succasunna United Methodist Church.  

Opening ceremonies take place at 10 a.m. in front of the library with a welcome from Roxbury Mayor Bob DeFillippo, a performance by the Roxbury High School Gaels Band and a flag salute/Pledge of Allegiance led by local Scouts. Click here to read more about this family-fun event from Tap Into Roxbury.

Stop by the Roxbury Schools Booth #8 at the Roxbury Library and find out more information about Roxbury Schools, district initiatives, and upcoming programs and events!

Athlectic Training & Physical Therapy Information Session - Oct 16
Parents and 8th grade students are invited to join us to learn about the Academy for Athletic Training & Physical Therapy, located at Roxbury High School. The session will provide an overview of the admissions process, course of study and the opportunity to tour the facility.  The Academy for Athletic Training and Physical Therapy provides students with a solid foundation in the growing fields of exercise science, fitness studies, physical therapy, athletic training, and injury prevention and treatment. Click here to register today on eventbrite.

2nd Annual FitnessRox Family Fun Run - Oct 17
The Roxbury Township Public Schools will be holding its 2nd Annual FitnessRox Family Fun Run on Thursday, October 17th at Lincoln/Roosevelt School at 34 North Hillside Avenue in Succasunna, NJ. Registration and check-in opens at 4:00 p.m. at Lincoln/Roosevelt School and the run will begin at 5:00 p.m. The event is open to everyone! 

The course will kick off at Lincoln/Roosevelt School and will include various fitness stations between Franklin and Lincoln/Roosevelt Schools including Meeker Street. Participants can park at either Franklin Elementary School at 8 Meeker Street in Succasunna or in the Lincoln/Roosevelt School parking lots. 

The tax-deductible registration fees are $20 per individual participants and $60 for registering your immediate family (up to seven people). To register for this event, go to   www.roxbury.org/FitnessRox. The first 500 registrations before October 5th will receive a free reusable water bottle. 

The funds raised from this fun, family event will help Roxbury Schools continue its goal of providing health and wellness for its staff and students. 

Roxbury Township Public Schools are preparing the children of today for tomorrow by helping them to grow strong in minds and bodies. As a Bronze certificated Sustainable Jersey for School district, it is our goal to increase awareness and participation in health and wellness programs that not only benefit our students and staff but our community as a whole.  Click here to register now!
Roxbury Athletics
These are the 50 best New Jersey public high schools for sports in 2019, report says
The 2019 Niche best school rankings are out and once again high schools from New Jersey checked in with some of the top-rated sports programs in the nation. 

The yearly study is compiled mainly through data from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of questionnaire reviews by students and parents from New Jersey and states across the nation, according to  Niche.com's website . Roxbury Gaels rank 13th in the state! Click here to read the top 50 best public high schools for sports in 2019 from NJ.com.

Roxbury Football Updates:
Roxbury Football Players Volunteer at Habitat for Humanity Project
The young men who play varsity football for Roxbury High School know a lot about teamwork on the field. On July 19th a dozen of them practiced teamwork on a construction site.  Joined by three parents, the twelve Roxbury Gaels - juniors and seniors in the upcoming school year - spent the day volunteering their services at the Habitat for Humanity project being built on Main Street in Succasunna.  The outing was organized by parent Mike Spitzer who was joined at the site by parents Jason Doer and John Mastandrea. Spitzer said it's important for the student-athletes to be involved in community outreach initiatives.

The help was welcomed by Habitat for Humanity Construction Supervisor Michael Dakak. He decided what the young men would do all day and helped make sure they did it right.  Among the jobs tackled by the footballers during the brutally hot day was installing fire caulking and fire insulation throughout the house. The teammates also did some site cleanup and a bit of aluminum flashing installation. Click here to read more about this community service project from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury football preview, 2019: Gaels looking for postseason return
Click here to read a football preview of our Gaels from NJ.com.

Gaels eager to return to form
Roxbury's 2019 football season won't get underway until Sept. 6 at Pascack Valley.  Someone forgot to tell that to the Gaels during the early stages of the preseason.  Coach Cosmo Lorusso's team wasn't saving anything for the opener during drills. The Gaels were killing it - a good sign for the upcoming season.

" I'm really pleased with the way this group is working," said Lorusso, whose team finished 3-6 last year. "Last year was a tough year for Roxbury. Things didn't go the way we wanted. This year, the vibe is different. There's a lot of energy. The guys are taking more ownership of the team and we hope it leads to more success." Click here to read more about this coming season from the Roxbury Register.

Roxbury Volleyball Updates:
Girls Volleyball: Group 3 teams to watch, 2019 - Roxbury
Roxbury (Last year: 14-14) -  The past two seasons have been about building to a point for Roxbury. This year's squad is that point and features just two seniors but a plethora of young talent starting with its juniors.

Quinn Longo and Amber Chen have been outstanding for coach Anthony McMichael in their first two seasons with the program. Now, both juniors, they'll look to make their mark at the state level.  Longo will shift over to a setting role and Chen will become the team's top hitting option. Newcomers Juliana Medini and Victoria Latino are a couple of players to keep on your radar once the season gets underway. Another name to look out for is sophomore Samantha Olander, who will transition to an outside hitting role. Medini and Olander combined for 108 kills and 40 blocks.  This could be the start of a very bright stretch for the Roxbury program, which can legitimately contend in a very open Group 3 field this season. Click here to read about all Group 3 teams to watch from NJ.com.

Click here to see the Girls Volleyball returning stat leaders for 2019 from NJ.com.

Roxbury Field Hockey Updates:
Roxbury Field Hockey Flattens Pope John to Start Season
The Roxbury High School field hockey team got the season off to a great start Thursday with a shut-out victory.  Playing at home in Succasunna, the Gaels defeated Pope John by a score of 5-0. Roxbury racked up four of its goals in the first half.  Taylor Woolford was the big scorer for Roxbury, finding the back of the net four times. Emily Stanich scored the other goal while Shannon Brady chalked up two assists and Halle Meloskie had one.  Roxbury goaltender Toni Cacopardo made one save.  The Gaels next play Saturday against Morris Hills at home at 10:30 a.m. Click here to read this story from Tap Into Roxbury.  
RHS Athletic Events Calendar
Click here for the most up-to-date calendar of Roxbury High School sporting events.

RHS Performing Arts Calendar
Click here for the major events in performing arts here in Roxbury!

Roxbury Collects  Box Tops for Education
Roxbury Township Public Schools are continuously collecting "Box Tops for Education" at our K-8 schools.  This is an easy, practically effortless way to raise funds for our schools by purchasing items you buy all the time.  Clipped box tops can be sent to any of our K-8 schools district-wide. School addresses can be found on our website at www.roxbury.org .

Check out the Virtual Backpack!
Here we will feature events of organizations, clubs, and teams throughout our communities that serve to enrich the lives of our students.  Announcements, upcoming events, documents and forms that were previously sent home via backpacks will now be included in the Virtual Backpack. (On occasion, some paper forms, and flyers and other important information, will come home with your student or be sent to you directly via email.)  This page is updated as flyers are received. Check the backpack!

Check Your Honeywell Settings!
Don't wait until severe weather hits to check your settings! You may want to change your time settings from Midnight to Midnight and have more than one way of being contacted...i.e., phone call/text message and/or email! This way if the phone lines are down/circuits are busy, etc., you are covered! Log into your Honeywell account here. Click here for parent instructions on creating an account.
Roxbury Alumni In the News

Roxbury Class of 59 Reunites
The Roxbury High School Class of 1959 gathered in Succasunna on August 24th, sixty years after graduating.  Nice weather greeted the gang that showed up to meet under the pavilion at Horseshoe Lake Park. Many of the classmates - who attended high school in what is now Lincoln-Roosevelt School - didn't go to far from Roxbury after getting their diplomas, said Tom Salmon.  "I live just two miles away," he said, while his friends chatted and ate from the buffet.  He said the graduate who came the farthest was Vince Zalesky. He traveled all the way from California to attend the event. Click here to read about this reunion from Tap Into Roxbury

Roxbury Alumni Association -- Get Involved!
The Roxbury Alumni Association was established in the early 1900s and formally incorporated in 1968. Every year the Alumni Association provides a scholarship to a graduating senior. The association also purchases a Echo yearbook and donates it to the Roxbury Township Library for its archive.  Membership is only $10 and with your gift, you directly support the ability for the Alumni Association to continue giving a RHS grad a scholarship. You are also supporting the association as it develops new programs and events for you to enjoy.  Looking to get involved? The Roxbury Alumni Association is looking to expand its current board of directors. They are looking for energetic alumni interested in getting involved with the Association and to add new members to its board. Interested individuals should reach out to Mr. Charlie Alpaugh the president of the association at 973-584-8805.

RHS Alumni Reunion Calendar
Are you planning a class reunion or get together or do you have a reunion coming up and want to see if anything is planned? Then click here to check out the Roxbury High School Reunion Calendar!


Find Us on Facebook too at "Roxbury High School Alumni Association"

Roxbury Employment Opportunities

Roxbury Schools 
To view all available employment opportunities for Roxbury Township Public Schools and to apply online,  visit www.roxbury.org/employment .

Roxbury Township
To view all available employment opportunities for Roxbury Township, visit  http://roxburynj.us/301/Township-Employment-Information.

Upcoming Board of Education Meetings

Mondays:
09/16/2019 - Regular / Strategic Plan Meeting
10/14/2019 - Regular  / Strategic Plan Meeting
11/18/2019 - Regular
12/16/2019 - Regular
1/6/2020 - Reorganization

Location:  
Lincoln/Roosevelt Auditorium, 34 N. Hillside Ave., Succasunna, NJ (unless indicated otherwise)

Time:
7:30 p.m. (unless indicated otherwise)

View the Meeting Dates, Agendas, and Minutes here!

ROXBURY COMMUNITY SCHOOL UPCOMING PROGRAMS/EVENTS
Register Now!

Registrations are still being accepted for the Roxbury Community School Preschool for the 2019/2020 school year!
For more information about our high-quality program and to register for the Roxbury Community School Preschool, please visit  www.roxbury.org/preschool. 

The Roxbury Community School Preschool is a tuition-based program open to children ages 3-5 as of October 1st and runs congruently with the district calendar and is open to non-Roxbury residents as well!

Want to check us out! Email  comschool@roxbury.org to set up a tour!
Roxbury Community School - College Prep
The Roxbury Community School is dedicated to helping students prepare for college through a few different avenues.

The Roxbury Community School has also partnered with Catalyst Prep, Kaplan SAT/ACT Prep and Lentz & Lentz SAT/ACT Prep to empower students to excel on standardized tests like the SAT's and ACT's.

Continuing this year, the Community School has also teamed up with My 3 Sons Family Tutoring for ACT and SAT Preparation. Registrations are now being accepted for fall programs! 

Click here to see what upcoming college prep programs are offered!

Roxbury Community School - Adult Programs
At the Roxbury Community School we understand adults of all ages are busy with kids, work, and life in general. Sometimes though you need to just do something for yourself.  That's where we come in! We offer evening and weekend programs and workshops geared towards adults that help to enrich your mind and body.  Join us for these fun-filled and informative programs! These programs are all open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents!

Here's what's coming up:
Roxbury Community School - Kids Corner
The Roxbury Community School offers courses and workshops year-round for children of all ages. Children need to be registered in the school's they attend for the after-school programs. Evening and weekend programs are open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents.

Here's what's coming up after-school:
Here's what's coming up open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents:
Roxbury Community School - Radio City Bus Trip to NYC
Every year the Community School takes a bus into New York City to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.  There is no better way to ring in the holiday spirit than a visit to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular while leaving the driving into Manhattan to someone else. Enjoy prime seating and have a chance to take a picture with Santa!
 
Trip Date: Sunday, November 17, 2019
Departure from Roxbury High School Parking Lot: 12:30 p.m. 
Return to Roxbury High School Parking Lot: approximately 8:00 p.m. 
Show Time: 5:00 p.m.  

Cost: $104/per person (Includes Show Ticket and Bus Transportation. Bus has bathroom on board and luxury seating) 
 
Discount Opportunities: (documentation may be requested)
- Roxbury School District Employee - Ticket Price is $99 per person ($5 off per ticket) 
- Senior Citizen Discount (65 +) -  Ticket Price is $99 per person ($5 off per ticket) 
 
Click here  to reserve your tickets now!
Roxbury Community School - Ski Club 2019/2020

Roxbury Ski and Snowboard Club (Grades 5-12)
Register now for this year's Ski and Snowboard Club for grades 5-12. Grades 5-8 go for six Fridays after school to Shawnee Mountain. Grades 9-12 go for five Fridays to Camelback Mountain after school. Once registration form and payment are received, club codes will be shared. Register now at www.roxbury.org/Ski .
 
RCS Club Perks to Share
Skiing and/or snowboarding are lifetime sports and the Roxbury Community School wants to provide our families and the surrounding communities the opportunity to ski and/or snowboard at local mountain resorts. Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents can advantage of this great opportunity! Transportation is on your own. Ski packages will be purchased directly from the respective mountains.  This winter Roxbury Community School is sponsoring a reasonably priced Family & Friends Skiing/Snowboarding program at Shawnee Mountain located in Shawnee-on-the-Delaware, PA and/or at Camelback Mountain in the Poconos, both a convenient drive from Roxbury. Cost is $5 per person to the Community School. Once registration form and payment are received, club codes will be shared. Register now at www.roxbury.org/Ski .

AROUND TOWN
Information from Roxbury Township and Local Organizations
Keep up-to-date with everything going on in Roxbury Township. Click here for township information.

Click here for the latest edition of the Township's Monthly What's Happening E-Newsletter filled with upcoming district, township, and recreation events for all ages!

'Adopt a Road' in Roxbury
Help Roxbury's Clean Communities keep Roxbury Township clean with it's comprehensive litter abatement program. 

Roxbury's Adopt-a-Road and Adopt-a-Spot programs are looking for individuals, school groups, churches, or businesses willing to donate some time to continue to keep this township trash and litter free.

Click here for more information regarding Roxbury Clean Communities!
Roxbury's Self-Serve Portal 24/7
Roxbury continues to deliver innovative customer service with their self-serve online portal called 24/7 Rox. You can keep up-to-date with all the exciting news in Roxbury Township. On any day at any time, you can query property information, search and track your permit schedule a building inspection, receive status updates, file a service request, or research any property in town. Roxbury Township is open 24/7! 24/7 Rox is accessible here and via the mobile app, Connected Roxbury NJ.
Roxbury Emergency Alert Program
Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for Roxbury's Emergency Alert Program. This system enables Roxbury to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. 

Click here to sign up now for these time-sensitive notifications.
Community Bulletin Board and News

Roxbury Residents Invited to County Sept. 11 Memorial Ceremony - Sept 8
Morris County officials are inviting Roxbury residents to join them on Sept. 8 at the county's 18th remembrance ceremony in honor of those lost on 9/11.  The ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. at the Morris County Sept. 11 Memorial on West Hanover Avenue, across from the Morris View Healthcare Center and adjacent to the Morris County Public Safety Academy. It will be held rain or shine.

Since seating at the memorial is limited, the public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs to the outdoor observance. Parking will be available at the Morris County Department of Human Services building at 340 West Hanover Ave. in Morris Township, directly across from the academy. Shuttle buses will be available to transport those in need.

The observance will include a special invocation, a lighting of candles and reading of the names of each of the Morris County victims, plus a 21-gun salute and keynote remarks.  Morris County's Sept, 11 Memorial pays tribute to all who died in the terrorist attacks with a special emphasis on the 64 victims from Morris County whose names are etched in plaques affixed to the memorial. Click here to read more about this event from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury PBA 311 - Organizes First 5K Run and Food Truck Festival - Sept 29
Please join the Roxbury PBA 311 for their first 5K Run to the Food Truck Festival on September 29th, 2019 at Horseshoe Lake!  Registration for the 5K will start at 9:00am and the race will begin at 11:00am. Participation includes a free T-Shirt and free entrance to the Food Truck Festival following the race.  Please sign up here:  http://www.signmeup.com/131582

The Food Truck Festival is open to everyone! There will be approximately 12 different food trucks and fun for the whole family including, pumpkin picking, a live band, face painting and other fun activities.  The festival will open at 11am and the fun will last till 7pm. Admission is $10 for Adults and $5 for Children (12 and under). Click here to read more about the race and food truck festival from Tap Into Roxbury.

'Puptoberfest' Coming Up In Morris County - Sept 14
Fall is almost here, and that means Oktoberfest celebrations. Join Eleventh Hour Rescue when they put a fun doggy spin on things for their 14th annual "Puptoberfest."  Puptoberfest will be held on Sept. 14 at Horseshoe Lake, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's $5 a person, $15 a family, and dogs are welcome.  Attendees can expect live music, food trucks, dog contests, games for the kids, and more. Pets will be available for adoption, and there will be a free rabies and microchip clinic.  You can find more information on the  Eleventh Hour Rescue website . Click here to read about this event from Patch.com.

Donagels Donut Chase 5K - Oct 27
Registration is now open for the Donagels Donut Chase! The Donut Chase will feature three events dedicated to helping bring runners and families together through fitness.  The event will take place on Sunday, October 27th, 2019 at the Horseshoe Lake Pavilion at 72 Eyland Avenue in Roxbury, NJ. The 5K is presented by local businesses Live Run Give LLC, Donagels, Tru Nature Yoga, and the Little Gym of Roxbury.

The charity beneficiary of this event is Pathways, a program that provides support, education, and wellness programs for women with cancer. Runners are encouraged (but not required) to raise funds and gather donations to help women with cancer in Morris County.  5K Runners will assemble at 9:30 am in a staggered start. Tru Nature Yoga will host Zumba warm up and 1 mile fun run immediately. Even the smallest participants can partake in this "sweet" event with the 100 meter Kiddie Run brought to you by the Little Gym of Roxbury. Finisher's medal, t-shirt, and a donut will be given to each registered participant.  To register please visit: donutchase5k.com For more information, please reach out to Christine Malloy at  liverungivellc@gmail.com  or visit donutchase5k.com. Click here to read about this event from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.

Roxbury Rotary Club to Send Military Care Packages thru Nov 1
The Roxbury Rotary Club is doing a project to send care packages to Roxbury military personnel serving in active military zones.  The care packages are targeted to ship Nov. 1.  The club is looking for family members or friends of military personnel to contact the Roxbury Rotary Club and provide contact information for whomever they would like to see receive a care package.  They can call Roxbury Rotary members Don Schuld at 201-874-0730 or Martin Agacinski at 973-960-7422. Click here to read this coverage from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury Fire and EMS Company Preps for Second Vendor Fair - Nov 2
Pleased with the results of last year's vendor fair, Roxbury Company 1 Fire and EMS in Succasunna is doing it again.  The fire and emergency medical personnel based at the firehouse on Main Street are seeking crafters, direct-sales merchants and other vendors to participate in the Nov. 2 event, which will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., said organizer Jennifer Markle.  The goal of the fair will be to raise money needed by the fire and EMS station. "We are planning to make this an annual thing and we're hoping to add another event in the spring," said Markle, a firefighter. "It was very successful for us last year." Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Vendors Sought for Roxbury's "Home For Holidays" festival on December 7th
Vendor registration is open for Roxbury's 5th Annual "Home for the Holidays" event scheduled for Saturday, December 7th.  This family-friendly outdoor street fair will run from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM along Main Street in Succasunna by the Roxbury Public Library and churches.  Vendors are encouraged to register early for discounts. Go to www.roxburynj.us/holidays for vendor form. Registration deadline is Friday, November 1st. 

Along with holiday shopping, there will be games for kids and free carriage rides with jingle-belled horses.  Santa Land inside the Library (sponsored by the Roxbury Area Chamber of Commerce) will run from 1PM to 4PM. Families can meet Santa, get photographed with him ($5.00 for photo - all proceeds go to Roxbury Social Services), do fun crafts and hear holiday book readings.  Lots of live musical entertainment will add to the festivities and occur inside the Presbyterian Church. The Wick-Hegarty School of Irish Dance will be there with their talented dancers jigging in the street. 

You won't go hungry at "Home for the Holidays" either. Lots of food trucks will be parked at the Methodist Church. Both churches will also offer homemade treats and hot drinks so you can snack while you shop for holiday gifts.  Sign up now to participate or mark your calendar to attend with your family and friends. What a great way to kick off the holiday season.  For information, contact Michele O'Halloran at 973-448-2002 or  ohalloranm@roxburynj.us  . Facebook: Home for the Holidays Roxbury NJ. Click here to read about this event from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.

Buy-A-Brick Campaign to Help Improve Main Street
Roxbury Township's Main Street Committee invites you to help support their fundraising efforts to continue the beautification of Main St. in Succasunna. Memorial/honorary engraved bricks are still available for sale. The bricks are installed in the courtyard surrounding the Victorian Clock by the Gazebo at the Library.  Remember a loved one. Honor your family's name on historic Main Street. Salute your graduate!   Click here for more information and the order form or contact Michele O'Halloran at Town Hall  973-448-2002  or  ohalloranm@roxburynj.us . 

Roxbury & Mt Arlington Recreation Upcoming Programs & Events!
Roxbury Recreation
The Recreation Department at Roxbury Township is proud to offer programs for residents of all ages. Here in Roxbury there are an abundant number of youth sports and activities, a lake complex which provides for summer beach fun, beautiful parks, immaculate athletic fields, playgrounds for the little ones and trails for the adventurous.

Click here to visit Roxbury Recreation's website for upcoming sports, activities, and information!
Mount Arlington Recreation
Mt Arlington Rec is a group of volunteers appointed by the Mayor with the goal to coordinate and administer the recreation needs of the Borough. They work together with community volunteers to offer quality recreational programs for the entire family. 

Click here to visit Mount Arlington Recreation's website for upcoming programs, events, and activities!
Roxbury Public Library Upcoming Programs & Events!

Click here   to view the Roxbury Library's upcoming Calendar of Events for adults and children.  Call the library at 973-584-2400 Ext. 501 or email  comments@roxburylibrary.org  for general info and information on registrations or appointments as necessary for some programs. 
  • Computer Classes - Registration required. Classes for Roxbury cardholders only. 
  • E-Resources - Learn how to download electronic books and magazines with an individualized ½ hour appointment. Appointments available Tuesdays and Fridays.
  • Passports - Roxbury residents can now apply for their passports at the Roxbury Library. For more information and for what's needed click here.
Weekly Events  
Mondays, 2pm - Movie Matinees for all ages 
Tuesdays, 10:30am - Books for Babies for ages Infant - 2 
Tuesday, 2pm - Summer Crafts for ages 3 and up (REGISTRATION REQUIRED) 
Thursdays, 11am - Lego Club for all ages 
Fridays, 10:30am - Toddler Story Time for ages 3 ½ and under 
Fridays, 11:15am - Preschool Story Time for ages 3 ½ and up  

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