Celebrate Our Community at Middletown Day Next Weekend on Saturday, 10/14!
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Join us for Middletown Day on Saturday, October 14th as we come together as a community to celebrate all that makes Middletown so exceptional. The 2023 festival will feature the Business and Community Showcase, the return of the popular Car Show, as well as many familiar favorites including a food court, first responder demonstrations, live entertainment, family activities, and more!
Visit www.middletownnj.org/middletownday for more information. |
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Register for the Mayor's Challenge 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run Happening Next Weekend on Sunday, 10/15
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Exercise for a great cause at the annual Mayor’s Challenge 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run! Race the trails of Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) to compete for an awesome prize while raising money for RallyCap Sports, a nonprofit that brings recreational opportunities to children and young adults with special needs while also providing life-changing volunteer opportunities. Long sleeve t-shirts will be given to the first 150 participants! Sign up today at www.middletownnj.org/5K. |
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The Middletown Recycling Center, Middletown Township Public Library, and Middletown Arts Center will remain open. |
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Register for MAC's School's Out Day Camp Happening on Monday, 10/9
The Middletown Arts Center (MAC) will be opening its School's Out Day Camp on Monday, October 9th! The MAC offers full- and half-day camp programming for elementary school students when Middletown's public school district is closed. Students are invited to fill their days off from school with crafting, doodling, and more creative activities with Miss Fish, the Doodle Dude, and friends! There are morning, afternoon, and full-day sessions. A half-day costs $38 and a full-day costs $75. Children may be dropped off at the MAC Annex, which is located at the Middletown Reformed Church (121 Kings Highway), any time after 8:30 AM and must be picked up by 3:30 PM. Click HERE for more information about the program and to register.
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Mayor Helps Kick Off Oktoberfest at Belford Brewing Company
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On Saturday, Mayor Tony Perry and Committeeman Ryan Clarke stopped by Belford Brewing Company (84 Leonardville Road) to help kick off its multi-day “Belftoberfest” event. Mayor Perry had the opportunity to tap a special cask of Lobster Pot ale and successfully didn’t spill a drop! This 10th annual celebration featured 20+ festive German-style brews and performances. Prost! |
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No Limits Café’s Mission Spreads Sunshine at Rainy 3rd Annual 5K and Half Marathon
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 Photo courtesy of No Limits Café |
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Despite the rain on Saturday, the enthusiasm was palpable for all who came out for No Limits Café's 3rd annual 5K race and half marathon at Thompson Park! Mayor Tony Perry, Deputy Mayor Rick Hibell, Committeewoman Kim Kratz, and Committeeman Ryan Clarke stopped by to support the local lunch café co-founded by Stephanie and Mark Cartier. They had loads of runners of all ages and levels there to honor the café’s mission to empower adults with intellectual disabilities by providing jobs and job training to help them lead fulfilling lives within our community. To learn more about No Limits Café (418 Route 35), visit www.nolimitscafe.org. #eatwelldogood |
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Westminster Presbyterian Church Hosts Fun Fall Festival
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Photos courtesy of Westminster Presbyterian Church |
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A little rain didn’t dampen the spirit of Westminster Presbyterian Church’s (94 Tindall Road) Fall Festival last Saturday. Mayor Tony Perry, Committeewoman Kim Kratz, and Committeeman Ryan Clarke stopped by to support the event and mingle with community members. Middletown’s first responders also showed up in full force for the Touch-a-Truck activity. The festival also included fall favorites like a mums and pumpkins sale, as well as face painting, baked goods, and live music. |
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Yee-Haw! Family Barn Dance Benefits Special People United to Ride
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 Guests having fun learning how to country line dance! (Photo courtesy of BTK Entertainment) |
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 Committeewoman Kratz’s pup Chance posing at one of the photo ops! |
On Sunday, October 1st, nonprofit Special People United to Ride (SPUR) held a country line dancing and 50/50 raffle event at the Thompson Park Activity Barn in Lincroft to help raise money for the organization. Committeewoman Kim Kratz and the crowd had fun kicking up some hay while BTK Entertainment showed everyone the ropes of how to line dance for a wonderful cause! No Limits Café food truck and others were also on-hand for when people worked up an appetite and needed a snack! For more information about how you can support SPUR’s mission and programs, visit www.spuronline.org.
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River Plaza Hose Company #1’s 9th Annual Barrel of Bucks Huge Success
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The members of River Plaza Hose Company #1 had an amazing turnout for its 9th annual Barrel of Bucks fundraiser last weekend. Mayor Tony Perry stopped by to support the firehouse and thank its members for everything they do for our town. There were 21 raffle prize winners this year, and the grand prize was $25,000! All other proceeds are invested in equipment, maintenance, and training that helps protect our community. Tickets go on sale for the 10th annual event in mid-to-late May. Visit www.riverplazahose.org or follow them on social media for more information. |
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Middletown Selected as Location for U.S.S. NEW JERSEY SSN 796 Commissioning Ceremony in April
Mayor Perry and the Township Committee are beyond honored and excited that our town will be on full display throughout this week-long ceremony. The submarine arrives on Monday, April 1st and Commissioning Day is on Saturday, April 6th. Visit www.njcommissioning.org and social media (USS NEW JERSEY Commissioning Committee) to check out the schedule of community events.
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U.S.S. New Jersey Commissioning Committee Holds Souvenir Coin Design Contest: Deadline Tuesday, 10/31!
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The Commissioning Committee is organizing a commemorative Coin Design Contest for high school and middle school students across the state. The deadline is Tuesday, October 31st. Each county will select a first and second place winner and the Committee will select an overall winner whose design will be featured on the back side of the souvenir coin to be sold at the commissioning ceremony. The main prize is a $1,000 scholarship and a ticket to the ceremony at NWS Earle’s waterfront in Leonardo. Watch this video to learn more about the contest and how to submit your entry. |
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Watch the Thursday, 10/5 Township Committee Meeting
Click HERE to watch the meeting on the Township's YouTube channel or catch it on our TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) every night at 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM through Sunday, October 15th.
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Honor Fallen Heroes at WPC Field of Flags EventsFlag Installation Next Weekend on Saturday, 10/14 at 9 AM
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Westminster Presbyterian Church (94 Tindall Road) will be holding its annual Field of Flags ceremony on Saturday, October 21st at noon. The service is a solemn display of patriotism that pays homage to the men and women who have served our nation. This year, they will plant 5,000 flags to honor veterans from every branch who served in every war and conflict in U.S. military history. The Township Committee encourages community members to help plant the flags next Saturday, October 14th at 9:00 AM. All are welcome. |
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Save the Date for our Annual Veterans Day Parade: Sunday, 11/5 @ 1:00 PM
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Nominate a Middletown Veteran for the 2023 Veteran of the Year Award by Friday, 12/1
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3 Ways to Vote in Upcoming General Election
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Where to Drop Off Your Mail-In Ballot
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By now you should have received your November General Election mail-in ballot. Please feel free to drop it off at one of Middletown's two ballot box locations: Croydon Hall or the MTPL.
Click HERE for instructions on how to vote by mail.
Click HERE for more information about Middletown's election services. |
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Go Under the Sea and Watch The Little Mermaid at the MTPL's Family Movie Night on Tuesday, 10/10 at 5:45 PM
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Grab your fins and come to the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) and watch Disney's The Little Mermaid in the Community Room (55 New Monmouth Road). The movie is about a young mermaid who makes a deal with a sea witch to trade her beautiful voice for human legs so she can discover the world above water and get to know the prince of her dreams. The film is PG and perfect for a family movie night! Registration is required. Click HERE to register. |
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Get Ready for Halloween by Watching Halloweentown at the MTPL on Wednesday, 10/11 at 7 PM
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Teens, come to the MTPL's Computer Lab to enjoy spooky treats and watch Halloweentown! Registration is required. Click HERE to register. |
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Register Now for Middletown Recreation's Halloween Hullabaloo
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This spooktacular evening presented by Middletown Recreation, the Middletown Arts Center, and the Middletown Township Education Association is free for residents and includes a costume contest, cartooning with the Doodle Dude and Miss Fish, craft vendors, an inflatable corn maze, a bonfire, hayrides, goodies, and more! Trick-or-treat bags will be given to the first 500 kids at the event. Registration is recommended. Click HERE for more information. |
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Pre-Register for Middletown Animal Control's Free Dog Rabies Clinic on Saturday, 10/21 from 8:30-9:15 AM
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Register for Nixle to Receive Emergency Alerts & Updates
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Report Your Missed Trash, Recycling, or Bulk Collection to DPW
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We encourage you to complete a form at www.middletownnj.org/missedpickup if your trash, recycling, or bulk was not collected. Please call DPW at 732-615-2090 if you have any questions. Click HERE to complete DPW's form. |
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Middletown Township Health Department Provides Resource to Find Vaccines
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Middletown Social Services Currently Not Accepting Any Donations
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Tap into Federal Housing Administration’s 203(k) Program to Help Rehab or Renovate Your Home
If you want to finance the purchase of a home that needs rehabilitation or finance improvements to your current home, the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) Section 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage Insurance Program (203(k) Program) may be the right choice for you. This program is available through FHA-approved lenders and allows homebuyers to finance the purchase of a home or homeowners to refinance a current mortgage, combining the cost of renovations, repairs, or remodeling into a single loan. The program permits homebuyers and homeowners to have home repair improvements incorporated into their mortgage. This way you can quickly and easily tap into cash to pay for property repairs or improvements, such as those identified by a home inspector or an FHA appraiser. Those who are buying a home can make it move-in ready by remodeling the kitchen, painting the interior, or purchasing new carpet. Homeowners can make property repairs, improvements, or prepare their home for sale. The 203(k) Program is also often used to rebuild or repair after a natural disaster such as a flood or hurricane. It is also available to HUD-approved non-profit organizations and government agencies. For more information and resources, check out this pamphlet. |
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from thise-newsletter. |
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