NEWS AND EVENTS
Week of May 4 , 2018
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

Roxbury we want to hear from you! We're always looking for great stories of things happening in the Roxbury Schools and around town that involve our students, staff, and families! And now we've made it even easier to submit your content! Stories, high quality pictures, and even videos can be submitted here or by emailing goodnews@roxbury.org.  Please remember to include first and last names of individuals pictured!

REMINDER: Upcoming Board of Education Meeting
  • Public Meeting - The next board of education meeting is Monday, May 7th at 7:30 p.m. in the Lincoln/Roosevelt School Auditorium.
To view a copy of that upcoming agenda and past ones,  please  click here!   

Come see the following public presentations on May 7th on:
  1. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 2017/2018 BUDGET - presented by Superintendent Loretta Radulic and Business Administrator Patricia Wilson 
  2. PRESENTATIONS - Denise Glenn on Innovative Stipend Presentation
RHS Reveals Winner of the Ice Cream Challenge
Roxbury High School students in the Culinary Arts I classes used the knowledge and skills learned in class to develop an ice cream flavor reflective of their local community. Students thoughtfully designed the flavors and created recipes that paid tribute to the many special parts of Roxbury Township.

Peter Freund from Cliff's Homemade Ice Cream here in Ledgewood, NJ selected the top three flavors which were Auto-Torium Drive-In Delight, Factory Crunch, and Vintage Cherry Soda.

Close to 2,000 of you cast your vote for your favorite flavor and the results are in! The retro-inspired flavor of  Auto-Torium Drive-In Delight created by Adriana Baker, Morgan Heddy, Justine Stubbs, and Kaitlyn Otto is our winner! 

This ice cream has darker colors representing the night time when you would go to the drive-in movie theater. Chocolate ice cream is the base with Oreos, cookie dough, and chocolate fudge swirled throughout. This flavor was by far the most popular with voters with 52%.
 
Cliff's Homemade Ice Cream will feature this special flavor throughout the summer and you can pre-order gallons and pints by picking up an order form from the store.  Go support the Gael's culinary students and grab a taste of Roxbury history! Click here to read more about the results on our webpage under "In the News".

Twenty-One Roxbury Students Make All-State Honors Choir
Twenty-one Roxbury High School students successfully auditioned for the New Jersey All-State Choir last weekend, setting a new record for the high school.  This prestigious ensemble is comprised of the top singers across the state of New Jersey.
 
Two of those students, Jacob Wood (Gr 11) and Austin Kurbansade (Gr 11), took first place in the state in their respective voice parts.
 
Congratulations to Taylor Bailey (Gr 10), Alec Burns (Gr 11), Bryan Gonzalez (Gr 11), Ian Hachey (Gr 11), Jacob Hachey (Gr 9), Melissa Hughes (Gr 11), Austin Kurbansade (Gr 11), Justin Kurbansade (Gr 11), Ivan Largo (Gr 11), Julia Malczynski (Gr 10), Matthew Malsbury (Gr 10), Cristian Marrero (Gr 9), Amanda Melchers (Gr 10), Joseph Negron (Gr 9), Matthew North (Gr 11), Emily Rheinhardt (Gr 10), Marc Sarinelli (Gr 11), Christopher Scire (Gr 11), Kayla Streppone (Gr 11), Andrew Velasquez (Gr 11), and Jacob Wood (Gr 11). Click here to read more about this choir from our webpage under "In the News."

Perhacs Commits to Play College Lacrosse
Anthony Perhacs commits to St. Joseph's with teammates celebrating with the Gael/Rams Cup
Roxbury athletics shines again with another letter of intent signing on April 25th. Senior Anthony Perhacs surrounded by his family, coaches, and teammates committed to play NCAA Division I Lacrosse at St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia this fall.
 
Perhacs joined the lacrosse team his freshman year and has been a part of the varsity team from the beginning.  Perhacs chose St. Joseph's due to its great business school and its location right outside Philadelphia.
 
"I am very excited for the next four years," said Perhacs. Click here to read more about Perhacs' signing on our webpage under "In the News".

 
Roxbury Performing Arts - 24th Annual Dance Concert - May 11th
Join Roxbury High School for its 24th Annual Dance Concert, "La Danse Est Tellement Plus Dans L'année Vingt-quatre" (Dance Is So Much More than Year Twenty-four) on Friday, May 11, 2018 at 7 p.m. at Roxbury High School located at 1 Bryant Drive in Succasunna, NJ.  Tickets can be purchased for $5 at the door. 

Click here to read more about this upcoming event on our website under "In the News".

#BETHEGOOD #STOPCYBERBULLYING Parent Presentation - May 22nd

The Lincoln/Roosevelt Guidance Department will be hosting a parent presentation on Tuesday, May 22nd from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Lincoln/Roosevelt School Auditorium located at 34 North Hillside Avenue in Succasunna, NJ. This Cyberbullying presentation is sponsored by Deirdre's House which is the Center in Morris County for child victims of abuse and/or neglect and for children that have witnessed domestic violence.
This evening parent presentation is not only for LRS parents but for any parent who may be new to social media or just want more information. Any parent with a child who has a cell phone would benefit.
Stefanie DelRusso, the School Counselor who organized this event shared, "This presentation would be great for elementary parents too as children as young as third and fourth grade are getting cell phones and not much information is geared toward that age group." Click here to read more and to register!

Instrument Test Drive Invitation for 4th Graders and their Families - May 24th
The Roxbury High School Instrumental Music department will be holding a Roxbury Instrument Test Drive for all 4th grade students.  This event is designed as an "open house" style - come and visit any time that is convenient for you and your family between 4-7 p.m. in the Roxbury High School cafeteria located at 1 Bryant Drive in Succasunna on Thursday, May 24th. Click here to RSVP .
 
Our goal at the Instrument Test Drive is to expose your child to the instruments that are available next year and your child will have the opportunity to play each one. A teacher will guide your child through a few basic steps of creating an initial sound on each instrument. As teachers, we want to match your child to an instrument where he or she will find success! Click here to read more about this test drive on our webpage under "In the News".

Roxbury Lacrosse Updates
Madison (7) at Roxbury (4) - Boys Lacrosse - Apr 26
Stuart Schaenen, Anthony Mazzella and Ryan Schmitz each scored two goals and one assist to lead Madison to a 7-4 win against Roxbury in Roxbury.  Ian Waresk scored once and handed out two assists for Madison, which outscored Roxbury 4-1 in the second half.  Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com. Click here to see additional game coverage from Fios1.

With Seconds Remaining, Roxbury Boys Lacrosse Beats Mendham - Apr 28
The Roxbury High School boys lacrosse team survived a fourth-quarter onslaught by Mendham on Saturday to emerge the winner of a close game.  The Gaels left the field victors of the 7-6 contest, having entered the fourth quarter leading by what seemed to be a comfortable 6-2 margin. It was a single goal in the final seconds, by Anthony Perhacs, that gave Roxbury the win after Mendham awoke in the quarter to score four goals.  Perhacs scored three of the Gaels' goals and Andrew Christiansen scored two. Matt Dancsecs and Connor Mahoney each had solo goals. Goaltender Brandon Maresca made 12 saves.  The win brings the Gaels' season record to 9-4. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury. Click here to read more game coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Girls Lacrosse Moves Up in County Tourney - Apr 28th
The Roxbury High School girls lacrosse team trounced Morris Catholic on Saturday to advance in the Morris County Tournament.  The Gaels, seeded sixth, beat the 11th-seed Crusaders 14-7, in a well-managed game by Roxbury that included eight key saves by goaltender Mary Piccitto. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury. Click here for more game coverage from NJ.com.

Boys Lacrosse: Group 3 rankings for April 30
Click here to see where the Roxbury Boys Lacrosse: Group 3 rank as of April 30 from NJ.com.

Roxbury Boys Lacrosse Flattens Morristown in County Tournament Play - May 1st
The Roxbury High School boys lacrosse team on Tuesday plowed down its opponents from Morristown in first-round Morris County Tournament action, defeating the Colonials 13-6. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury. Click here to read additional game coverage from NJ.com.

Photos: Mendham beats Roxbury in MCT girls lacrosse quarterfinal - May 1st
Click here to view photos from the Daily Record from the Mendham v Roxbury quarterfinal game.

Roxbury Girls Lacrosse Defeats Pequannock as Karnitsky Breaks Scoring Record - May 3rd
There was no shortage of heat on and off the field Thursday as the Roxbury girls lacrosse team scorched Pequannock 12-3.  The game had special meaning: It was the team's annual fundraiser match, and this year it was played in honor of Matt Adonis, a 4th-grader at Roxbury's Nixon Elementary School who is being treated for a brain tumor.

Pequannock was no match for the Gaels who saw Emma Karnitsky leading the charge when she exploded with five goals and became the leading scorer of all time for the Roxbury girls lacrosse program for both goals scored and total points. Karnitsky has 178 goals and 52 assists.  Goals were were also scored by Melissa Murphy (three), Emily Stanich (two) and Grace Monaghan (two).  Roxbury, now 9-4, next plays Saturday afternoon at West Morris Central. Click here to read this coverage from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury Baseball Updates
Roxbury's Axelson Hits Batting Milestone - April 26
Roxbury High School baseball player Andy Axelson crushed a pitch on Thursday for a hit that turned out to be much more than just a sweet home-run: It was the senior's 100th varsity hit.

Axelson's homer came after he also batted a single and a double during the Gaels' game against West Morris Central in Chester. Despite the Succasunna resident at-the-plate efforts, Roxbury lost the contest 8-3. Click here to read more game details from Tap Into Roxbury.  Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Baseball Beats Whippany, Advances in County Tournament - Apr 28th
Roxbury baseball on Saturday defeated Whippany Park in a first-round Morris County Tournament game, snapping a 2-game losing streak.  The Gaels did so in decisive fashion, shutting out the 10th-seed Wildcats 4-0. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.  Click here to reads this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Baseball Loses Pitching Battle to Morristown in County Tournament - Apr 29th
The Morristown Colonials knocked off the Roxbury Gaels in the Morris County Tournament Quarterfinal on Sunday with a game-winning RBI single by Pat Montfort in the sixth inning.  That was the only run in this pitcher's duel as Morristown moved on to the semifinals after a 1-0 win over the Gaels. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury. Click here to read additional game coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Baseball Buries Pope John in Mercy Rule Win - Apr 30th
Bouncing back nicely from its 1-0 Saturday loss to Morristown in the Morris County Tournament, the Roxbury High School baseball team on Monday brought explosive offensive and near-perfect pitching performance by Jack Findlay to beat Pope John 13-3 at home. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury. Click here to read more game coverage from the NJ Herald.

Roxbury (2) at Montville (9) - Baseball - May 1st 
Marc Tsukroff homered and drove in three runs to lead Montville to a 9-2 win over Roxbury in Montville.  Zach Sylvester tripled twice and drove in two runs for Montville. Patrick Regan went 2-for-3 with a triple and two RBI in the win. Connor Meytrott also had a single and an RBI. Sal Assante gave up two runs on three hits over five innings to earn the win, before Kyle Kane threw two scoreless innings in relief. Click here to read this coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Baseball Survives Pitchers' Battle to Defeat Mount Olive - May 3rd

The Roxbury High School baseball team rode solid pitching from senior Darren Wyse and junior reliever Nick Danna to beat Mount Olive 3-2 on Thursday, the team's 10th victory of the season.  The team's next game is Monday, away against Morris Knolls. The Gaels are now 10-6. Click here to read more game coverage from NJ.com.

Roxbury Softball Updates
Hackettstown (2) at Roxbury (4) - Softball - Apr 30
Emily Song went 2-for-4 with a home run and a single and scored twice to lead Roxbury past Hackettstown, 4-2, in Roxbury.  Madison Amdur also had two hits and scored twice while Natalie Decena went 2-for-3 with an RBI for Roxbury, which racked up 10 hits as a team.  Click here to read this game coverage from NJ.com.


Roxbury Tennis Updates
Click here to read about Boys Tennis in the Morris County Tournament from NJ.com.

Roxbury Track & Field Updates
Penn Relays results, 2018: Girls 4x400 - Apr 26th
Here are the results for the girls 4x400-meter relay at the 2018 Penn Relays.  The eight fastest teams from Thursday's heats advanced to Championship of America, which is scheduled for Friday at 4:20 p.m. There will also be a Philadelphia-area final, run Saturday at 5:15 p.m.  Click here to see where Roxbury placed from NJ.com.

Penn Relays results, 2018: Boys 4x400 - Apr 28th
Here are the results for the boys 4x400-meter relay at the 2018 Penn Relays.  The nine fastest teams from Saturday's heats advanced to Championship of America, which is scheduled for Saturday at 5:20 p.m. There will also be a Philadelphia-area final, run Saturday at 5 p.m. Click here to see where Roxbury placed from NJ.com.
Jefferson School Tricky Tray - May 5th
Join the Jefferson School PTA to help raise funds for the Jefferson School playground surface improvements with its Tricky Tray on Saturday, May 5th at The Grove at the Randolph Diner from 6-11 p.m. All proceeds will go towards this improvement. Tickets can be purchased in advance. Click here to view this event and order form in our Virtual Backpack.

Roxbury Community Spring Blood Drive at Jefferson School - May 9th
Help save a life by donating a pint! Did you know one pint of blood can save three people? Give blood, give live. This is event is hosted by Jefferson Elementary School and will be held at the school located at 35 Cornhollow Road in Succasunna on Wednesday, May 9th from 3:30-7:30 p.m. Community walk-ins welcome. Click here to make an appointment or for more information. Group code: 61129 or call 800-933-2566.

Click here to view the flyer in our Virtual Backpack.

Spring Shredding Event & Sports Equipment Sanitizing - May 12th
The Roxbury Ice Hockey Booster Association is sponsoring a Spring Shredding Event and Sports Equipment Sanitizing  on Saturday, May 12th from 10 to 2 at Eisenhower Middle School located at 47 Eyland Avenue in Succasunna. Come shred your old documents and get the stink out with Ozone Sports Gear Cleaning. Shredding cost is just a donation. Gear cleaning is $35 for complete hockey gear but also available for Lacrosse, Football, Baseball, Cleats, etc. Come support RHS Ice Hockey! Click here to view their flyer in our virtual backpack!

5th Annual Landon Monro Baseball Tournament - May 12th
Register now for the 5th Annual Landon Monro Baseball Tournament to Stand Up to Cancer on Sunday, May 20, 2018 (Rain Date: Sunday, June 3, 2018). Cost is $25 per player. Checks should be made payable to Stand Up To Cancer and sent to Dayna Monro, 12 Meredith Ct., Succasunna, NJ 07876. Any and all donations in lieu of playing are greatly appreciated! 

Please RSVP by  May 12, 2018 to  daynamonro@aol.com with child(ren) name(s), age & grade.  Adults are welcome to sign up & play in a softball game. Click here to read more about this tournament and cause from Landon himself!

2018 Roxbury Rotary/Interact Club Color Fun Run for Team Matt - May 20th
You are invited to the Roxbury Rotary Club's 5th Annual Color Fun Run on May 20th, 2018! With the assistance of the Roxbury High School's Interact Club, we have raised a total of $62,000 for local families. Mike Corrente and Joey Clayton have both been recipients of the proceeds raised during the Color Fun Run. Both families were dealing with the financial stress of cancer treatments and we were so happy to do what we could to ease their financial burden. People come from all over the country to participate in this event. It is a great way to stay in shape, raise money for a community member/family in need, and have a great time on a beautiful summer day! There will be a DJ, sandwiches, ice cream and more! The 2018 Color Fun Run will have a special musical performance by the group Found Vegas, an alternative music group from Essex County. The proceeds of this year's Color Fun Run will be raised in honor of Matt Adonis, a 4th grader at Nixon Elementary School who was diagnosed with a brain tumor at the beginning of the 2017-18 school year (read more of Matt's story below). We are happy to join Team Matt!

If you purchase tickets in advance, they are $25. Tickets will be $30 the day of the event. Registration begins at 9 a.m., and the Color Fun Run will begin at 10 a.m. The first 400 people to register will receive a t-shirt! Click here to register now online. As of May 1st, registration will also be available at the Roxbury Recreation Department. We hope to see you there!

We are also looking for parent volunteers to throw powder. If you are interested, please sign up here. 

Face Off With Team Matt -  GoFundMe: Face Off with Team Matt (a Student at Nixon School). Recently, Matt, a fourth grader was diagnosed with a brain tumor (a medullablastoma). A GoFundMe page has been set up to help the family.  Click here to read more about  Face Off with Team Matt.

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 alumna named NJCAA softball Player of the Year
Photo from the  Daily Record
County College of Morris centerfielder Katlyn Lloyd was named National Junior College Athletic Association Region XIX Player of the Year.  Lloyd, a Roxbury alumna, led the region in batting average (.519), hits (81), runs (71), triples (9), home runs (10), and stolen bases (34). Usually the Titans' leadoff hitter, she also had 52 RBI. Click here to read more from the Daily Record.

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:
05/07/2018 - Workshop Meeting
05/21/2018 - Regular Meeting 
06/04/2018 - Workshop Meeting (Meeting at Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ)
06/18/2018 - Regular Meeting (Meeting at Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ)
07/23/2018 - Regular Meeting (Meeting at Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ) 
07/24/2017 - Retreat (Meeting at Office of Public Works, Dell Avenue, Kenvil, NJ at 5:00 p.m.)
08/27/2018 - Regular  (Meeting at Roxbury High School, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ)
09/17/2018 - Regular
10/15/2018 - Regular
11/12/2018 - Regular
12/17/2018 - Regular
1/7/2018 - 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 2018/2019 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!
Registrations are now being accepted for the 
Roxbury Community School Summer Camp Programs!
 
For more information about our different camp offerings for preschool through high school, please visit  www.roxbury.org/Summer!

Here's what we have lined up so far:
All Roxbury Community School summer camps are open to all Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents.
 
College Prep with the Roxbury Community School
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 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.

New this year, the Community has also teamed up with Catalyst SAT & ACT Prep to bring you 2-day SAT and ACT Bootcamps this fall and spring. Registrations are now being accepted for fall programs! Combo SAT/ACT Course Sequences will be coming this winter!

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! 

Here's what's coming up:
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 Progra
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 Police to Prom Students: Be Happy, Be Smart

The Roxbury Police Department on April 27th used social media to send a message to Roxbury High School students attending the June 11 senior prom, urging them to "make good decisions."  Using its Facebook page, the department reminded prom-goers that its officers were once in their shoes and know all about the temptation to cut loose, urges that can quickly lead to trouble. Click here to read the full article from Tap Into Roxbury.

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 Street 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 . 

Illness Forces Roxbury Arts to Cancel 'Joan and Joni" Show This Weekend
The "Joan and Joni" show scheduled for this Saturday at the Roxbury Performing Arts Center has been canceled due to illness, it was announced May 3rd.

"If you have purchased tickets in advance, the money will be refunded due to uncertainty of reschedule date," said the Roxbury Arts Alliance. "So sorry for this inconvenience."

Click here to read this information from Tap Into Roxbury.


Roxbury Arts Alliance Hosts Bye Bye Birdie - May 11-19th
Hexagon Players continues to delight audiences of all ages this spring with their upcoming musical production of Bye Bye Birdie, their first production in partnership with Roxbury Arts Alliance at Investors Bank Theater at the Horseshoe Lake Complex at 72 Eyland Avenue in Succasunna. Under the direction of Ray Gelpke, the musical direction of Nancy James, and the choreography of Olivia Davis, Bye Bye Birdie promises to be a fun, high energy production for the entire family to enjoy. With colorful costumes, dazzling lighting, and a catchy pop score, this show is sure to be a highlight of the spring season.

Bye Bye Birdie is inspired by the fervor created when Elvis Presley received his draft card in 1957, and follows the story of rock 'n roller Conrad Birdie and his fans, who are devastated when their favorite singer announces that he has been drafted. Before leaving to join the army, Conrad pledges "One Last Kiss" to one deserving fan, Kim MacAfee, a publicity stunt concocted by his managers, Albert Peterson and his longtime girlfriend, Rose Alvarez. The girls of Sweet Apple, Ohio can barely contain their excitement, while the boys are less than thrilled by the iconic rock star's visit. Hilarity, catchy tunes, and fun ensue!

Performances are May 11-19. Tickets are  $25 General Admission or  $20 for Students and Senior Citizens. Hexagon Players is a community theater group hosted by the Roxbury Arts Alliance at the Investors Bank Theater at the Horseshoe Lake Complex in Roxbury, NJ. For performance times and/or to order tickets online, please visit www.hexagonplayers.org or call 908-514-8499. Click here to view more information and the program flyer in our Virtual Backpack.

Hopatcong Block Party Open to Sponsors and Vendors - May 12th
During World War I, residents of New York City's East Side began holding informal gatherings in the streets to honor people from their neighborhoods who were serving the Armed Forces. One hundred years later, "block parties" have become a favorite festive way for neighbors to strengthen their bonds and enhance their sense of belonging.

That fact is not lost on organizers of the 5 th Annual Lake Hopatcong Block Party, scheduled for May 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Hopatcong State Park in Landing.  "It's a great way to meet or reconnect with neighbors while being entertained outdoors after a long winter," said Co-Planner Beth BaRoss. "Everyone knows what a block party is, and this is one like you've never seen before."

Hosted by the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, the Block Party will feature 180 booths, showcasing equal numbers of small businesses, non-profit organizations and crafters. Live the Lake New Jersey is the main sponsor of the event. Guests will also enjoy live music, raffles, giveaways, boat and trackless-train rides, on-the-water demonstrations, a children's activity area and a food court with seating for about 100 patrons. Click here to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury Township Council Neighborhood Meeting - May 15th
All township residents are encouraged to attend the next Township Council Neighborhood Meeting on Tuesday, May 15th at the Fire Company #3 located at 271 Berkshire Valley Road in Lower Berkshire Valley, NJ. The meeting begins at 7 p.m. Come meet with your elected officials and ask questions in an informal atmosphere. The following will be provided at this meeting: Reevaluation update, 2018 Paving List, Public Works update with current and upcoming projects, along with area news. 

The next Town Council Neighborhood Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 16th at the Fire Co. #2 located at 110 Shippenport Road in Landing, NJ.  Click here  to view the flyer in our Virtual Backpack.

12th Annual Taste of Roxbury at Roxbury HS - May 21st
The Roxbury Area Chamber of Commerce presents the 12th Annual Taste of Roxbury on Monday, May 21st from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Roxbury High School located at 1 Bryant Drive in Succasunna, NJ.  Come and enjoy all you can eat! The event is a fundraiser from which RACC donates all proceeds back to the community, including many school groups.

Tickets are $25 per person and must be purchased in advance. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Buy yours now online or at the following locations: Fulton Bank or Roxbury Recreation Office. Get yours today, they will sell out! 

Click here to view more flyer details from our Virtual Backpack.


Join Saint Therese for their Exciting 24th Annual Carnival! - June 6-9th
Since 1995, St. Therese kicks-off their annual summer event by putting on one of the greatest carnivals found in North Jersey with major fun for the whole family.  This spectacular event attracts over 7,000 people with entertainment for all ages including carnival rides, games, food, events, demonstrations, bands, and family-friendly entertainment. This excellent four-day family friendly event gets bigger and better every year and is sure to pass the entire family's expectations. 

According to Michael Calabrese, Carnival Committee Chairman of St. Therese. "This event continues to be a major fundraiser for the Parish with this year's funds helping to replace the Organ that is over 40 years old. The Organ upgrade would not be possible without the people that attend, our sponsors, and to the over 300 people that donate their time to help run this event."

Entrance Cost: $1 for dollar Ages 10 to 60, everyone else enters free.  Ride Wrist Bands: Pre-sale Wristbands will be available for $25 at the Parish every weekend starting Mother's Day Weekend.  Wristbands can be purchased on Saturdays from 5:30-6pm and Sundays from 8am-1pm or be purchased on the days of the event for $30 at the gate. Click here to read more from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.

Roxbury's Annual Community Paper Shredding Events - June 16th
Roxbury's Clean Communities has organized two upcoming Paper Shredding Events for Roxbury Township. The first is  Saturday, June 16, 2018 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and the second is  Saturday, September 22, 2018 from  8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Recycling Center located at 96 North Dell Avenue in Kenvil, NJ.  Due to limited capacity, this service will be  available on a first come, first serve basis. Click here for additional information from our Virtual Backpack.


Roxbury Urged to Thrill Vets with Lakeside Displays of Thank - June 30th
Roxbury people are being urged to show up in force along the shoreline of Lake Hopatcong on June 30 to wave, cheer and otherwise thank military veterans who will be passing by on the Third Annual  "Veterans Cruise."

For the first time, the Cruise will swing into Landing Channel at the southern tip of the lake, making the  recently named Landing Gateway Park on Lakeside Boulevard an ideal place for the patriotic to show their appreciation, said Roxbury resident Christine Houtz, who is helping to organize the event.
 
The veterans will be aboard the Miss Lotta, a vessel that offers cruises of Lake Hopatcong. Miss Lotta Captain Leon Moreau  recently took water depth measurements in the channel and determined it is deep enough for the craft.  Click here  to read more from Tap Into Roxbury.

Roxbury Clean Communities is looking for individuals, groups, and organizations to help with litter clean up throughout our town this Spring! Please contact keyesk@roxburynj.us or go to www.roxburynj.us/cleancommunities to find out how you can help!

Click here to read more information from our Virtual Backpack.
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.
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.

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

Upcoming Events
- Pajama Story Time (Tues.) - Click here for dates and details.
- Teen Advisory Board (Tues.) - Click here fore dates and details.

Call the library at 973-584-2400 Ext. 501 or e-mail comments@roxburylibrary.org for general info and information on registrations or appointments as necessary for some programs.   
 
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