News from Township of Hillsborough

Issue: 2015 April 24

April 24, 2015

Township Committee Honors Hillsborough Dukes Jr. Pee Wee Cheerleaders

The Hillsborough Township Committee honored the Hillsborough Dukes Jr. Pee Wee Cheerleaders with a proclamation for their successful season. They placed 2nd at the Pop Warner Jr. Pee Wee National Championship in the Small Level 3 category, placed first at the Jersey Valley Conference Champions, were 1st Place at the New Jersey State Champions and 1st Place at the Eastern Region Champions.

Congratulations Team!

Pictured: Members of the Hillsborough Dukes Jr. Pee Wee Cheerleaders, Committeeman Frank DelCore, Mayor Doug Tomson and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley.

Township Committee Honors Estelle Julian as One of

"2015 Outstanding Women in Somerset County"

The Hillsborough Township Committee honored Somerset County's Commission on the Status of Women "Shirley Noble Lifetime Achievement Award" recipient, Estelle Julian with a proclamation.

Pictured: Mayor Doug Tomson, Estelle Julian and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley.

Hillsborough Township Honors Earth Day

Committeewoman Gloria McCauley, Liaison to the Hillsborough Sustainable Steering Committee planted a Douglas Fir on the grounds of the Municipal Complex in honor of Earth Day.

Pictured: Director of Parks and Recreation Ron Skobo, Parks Supervisor John Crossen and Committeewoman Gloria McCauley.

Hillsborough Township's 2015 Green Living and Wellness Fair Set for Wednesday, June 17th, 2-5pm at the Municipal Complex

RWJ-Somerset to Sponsor Blood Drive

Committeewoman Gloria McCauley, Liaison to the Sustainable Hillsborough Committee, announced that the Township will hold its second "Green Living and Wellness Fair" on Wednesday, June 17th from 2-5pm.

"Last year, we added a green twist to the Annual Health Fair and it was so informative and well attended by our residents," stated Committeewoman Gloria McCauley during the announcement at Tuesday's meeting.

Participating local businesses will have informative presentations, displays and demonstrations to raise awareness of the many facets of living a healthy lifestyle, including making sound nutritional choices, making long-term life planning decisions, choosing a green lifestyle as well as many health screenings.

Robert Wood Johnson - Somerset will also be conducting a Blood Drive in the Senior Activity Center. "Please mark your calendars to come to the Fair and also consider giving the gift of life and donating blood at the drive," added Committeewoman McCauley.

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Hillsborough Runners Invited to Participate in the 10th Annual 5K Legal Runaround

May 21st in Somerville at Veteran's Memorial Plaza

Mayor Doug Tomson invites all Hillsborough Runners to participate in the 10th Annual Legal Runaround 5K Run, 3K Poker Walk and Kids Dashes to be held on Thursday, May 21, 2015.

"Once again, Hillsborough Township has been challenged to compete for the Healthiest Town Award at the Legal Runaround 5K Run / 3K Poker Walk, sponsored by the Somerset County Bar Foundation," announced Mayor Doug Tomson.

The Somerset County Bar Foundation raises funds through the event to benefit local non-profit organizations and scholarships for county residents. For information on sponsorship, interested parties are invited to contact Carol Ann Winder at 908-685-2323 or cawinder@somersetbar.com. To register for the race or for more information, please visit the following website http://practicehard.com/.

The Annual Salute to Veterans Breakfast to be Held Saturday, May 23rd, followed by the Unveiling of the Monument on Veterans Way, the Memorial Day Parade and Garden of Honor Ceremony

Registration Available Online or by Calling the Recreation Department

A long standing tradition in Hillsborough Township is the Annual Memorial Day Parade and Garden of Honor Commemoration Program. Ten years ago an added element was established, which has evolved into the Salute to Veterans Breakfast. Each year approximately 250 or so Veterans, spouses and widows gather at the multipurpose room for a breakfast prior to the start of the parade.

"All Hillsborough Veterans, Spouses and Widows are invited to be our guests at the Annual Salute to Veterans Breakfast to be held the morning of Saturday, May 23rd," announced Mayor Doug Tomson.

Registration is required to attend the Salute to Veterans Breakfast. Veterans, spouses and widows are asked to register online through the Recreation website or by calling the Recreation Department directly at 908-369-4832. Registration forms are also available at the Administration office or can be downloaded from upcoming editions of the Friday e-newsletter. Please RSVP by May 18th.

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To register online for the
Salute to Veterans Breakfast, click here...

To download the
Salute to Veterans Registration Form, click here...

To register your organization to participate in the
May 23rd parade, please click here...

Free, Secure Paper-Shredding Event Saturday, April 25th

9am - 1pm at the Somerset County Public Works Facility

410 Roycefield Road, Hillsborough

Operation Secure Shred, sponsored by the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders, will begin hosting the 2015 document shredding events throughout the county. The first one for the season will be held on Saturday, April 25th from 9am until 1pm, rain or shine, at the Somerset County Public Works Garage, located at 410 Roycefield Road in Hillsborough.

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HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP

Economic & Business Development Commission

(EBDC)

ANNOUNCE THEIR SPRING NETWORKING EVENT

Date: Monday, May 4, 2015 5:30-8:00 pm.

Location: Event to be held at the Polish Falcons of America - The Falcons Nest, 140 Falcon Road which is under new management, Ed Ciesla, Manager. Visit their website www.pfafalcons.org.

Menu: Event will feature buffet dinner, coffee and assorted desserts, cash bar in their updated ballroom. Complimentary international coffee service provided by Benfatto Coffee, a new business to Hillsborough, owned by Jay Yalenti. Visit their website: www.bencoffee.com.

Cost: $17.00 per person.

Registration Update: Online registration required. Register online here.

Due to limited seating, please register online at your earliest convenience.

Presentations: Featured Keynote Speakers, New Jersey Business Action Center (BAC) and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA).

Award: Lifetime achievement award will be presented to United Rent-All, The Avolio Family.

Door Prizes: Attendees are encouraged to bring door prizes.

Contact: Gene Strupinsky, Business Advocate at 908-369-4313 x7106 with questions on this event.

Hillsborough High School's County Baseball Playoff Game This Saturday, April 25th at 2PM at Hillsborough High School

Come out and support the team as they
take on the North Plainfield Canucks!

Hamburgers, hot dogs and drinks
will be available.

Sheriff's Office Offers Another Opportunity to Dispose of Meds on April 25

Keep in mind, there is a medication drop off receptacle located at the Hillsborough Township Police Department Headquarters as well.

SOMERVILLE - Somerset County Sheriff Frank J. Provenzano invites residents to take advantage of another opportunity to get rid of prescription medications from around their home.

A rain-or-shine medication drop-off event is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in front of the Somerset County Administration Building, located at 20 Grove St.

A sheriff's officer will be stationed at the entrance to collect medications. The program is free and anonymous and allows residents to safely dispose of medications. For more information about the Challenge, visit www.americanmedicinechest.com.

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Parks & Recreation Update

Summer Recreation Camps:
Registration for the 2015 Summer Recreation Camps has begun! Camps are returning to Auten Road and Amsterdam Schools for children ages 5 (who have finished Kindergarten) to 11, and the Middle School Camp is for children ages 12 to 14. Tiny Camp is a half day camp with weekly themes and activities for children ages 4 and 5. Camps begins on June 22 and continues through August 14; camps are open from 7:00am to 6:00pm. Extended Camp will be August 17 to 28. For more information, click here...

Summer Sports & Music Camps: This summer, we are offering camps in Basketball, Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Golf, and Instrumental Music. View the Summer Sports Camp brochure for each camp's schedule and information.

FEMA Launches New Feature to Mobile App Empowering Users to Follow Weather Alerts Across the Country

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) launched a new feature to its free app that will enable users to receive weather alerts from the National Weather Service for up to five locations across the nation. This new feature allows users to receive alerts on severe weather happening anywhere they select in the country, even if the phone is not located in the area, making it easy to follow severe weather that may be threatening family and friends.

"Emergency responders and disaster survivors are increasingly turning to mobile devices to prepare for, respond to and recover from disasters," said Craig Fugate, FEMA administrator. "This new feature empowers individuals to assist and support family and friends before, during, and after a severe weather event."

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Hillsborough Girl Scouts Cookie Sales Continuing Through April 26th

Girl Scouts in Hillsborough are selling cookies all over town...for the Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting Friday, April 3 and continuing through Sunday, April 26.

Our service unit sold over 30,000 boxes of cookies this season and the girls gain so much personally and developmentally by selling....not to mention the financial benefits to the selling troops, so girls can continue to participate in fun and educational activities, support community service endeavors and gain skills and knowledge that they might not get anywhere else.

Please patronage our neighbor businesses (many thanks for their support!!!) while supporting Girl Scouts! You will see girls selling at the following locations and times;

Saturday, April 25: Norman's Hallmark 9am-11am; Sal's Cleaners 11am-1pm; Bottle King 11am-3pm; 5pm-7pm; Lowe's 9am-7pm; Movie Theater 5pm-7pm

Sunday,April 26: Lowe's 9am-5pm; Norman's Hallmark 1pm-3pm; Pet Valu 1pm-3pm

Free Rabies Clinic: Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 9:00 AM - 11:00AM @ Branchburg Public Works Garage

Saturday April 25, 2015

Saturday October 17, 2015

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Branchburg Public Works Garage

34 Kenbury Road, Branchburg, NJ 08876

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Electronics Recycling Fundraiser on Saturday, April 25th @ Woods Road School

Help Raise Funds While Helping the Environment

Bring your new or old, broken or working electronics to Woods Road School (401 S Woods Rd, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844) on Saturday April 25th from 9 am to 1 pm rain or shine. Remember, electronic waste cannot be thrown in the trash, and Somerset County NO LONGER accepts it at the County 1st Saturday-of-the -month Drop-off.

For a suggested donation of $3 to $5 - or give whatever you feel is appropriate, help keep harmful items out of our landfills. There will be people to unload your items.

For event questions email Billy Bender at
WoodsRoadElectronicsRecycling@gmail.com.
Anyone from any town/county/state is welcome. Please consider supporting WRS and the environment by bringing your items on April 25th (same day and location as the 1pm clothing drive).

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"Find it @ SCLSNJ: Children's Author and Illustrator Day @ SCLSNJ Hillsborough Library"

April 25 from 1-4PM

For all ages! Meet some great Children's authors and illustrators from Hillsborough and beyond! Book readings and signings throughout the day.

The following authors will read from their books in the Children's Room.
1:30 pm: Kimberly Sentek
1:45 pm: Alison Formento
2 pm: J.P. Corbitt
2:15 pm: Stacey Wilk
2:30 pm: Charlotte Bennardo
2:45 pm: Kit Grindstaff
3 pm: Cheryl Filipak

"Renaissance Runs The Runway" To Benefit Steps Together on Thursday, April 30th at 7PM

THE BRIDGEWATER MANOR

Fashion Show & Basket Auction

Cocktail Hour, Dinner, Dessert & Open Beer/Wine Bar

$100 per person

100% of proﬁts will be donated

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Hillsborough Special Olympics Swim Program 2015

Advanced Learn to Swim and Competitive Swimmers Only
Sundays, May 3rd, 17th, 31st; and June 7th, 14th
45-minute sessions will be held between 1-3PM

All Athletes must have a current Special Olympics New Jersey Medical form in order to participate.

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Neshanic Volunteer Fire Co. Flower Sale on Mother's Day Weekend Fri/Sat May 8-9th

Mother's Day Weekend:
Friday May 8, 2015 - 3PM to 8PM
Saturday May 9, 2015 - 9AM to 3PM

NESHANIC VOLUNTEER FIRE CO.
333 Maple Ave. Neshanic Station

Amsterdam School and Home Association's (ASHA's)

largest Annual Fundraiser.

June 5th at Amsterdam Elementary School.

Doors open at 6:00 pm.

First winning ticket will be called at 8:15 pm.

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1/2 PRICE SALE - ARIS/HMS 2014-2015 Discount Cards Only $5.00

ARIS/HMS 2014-2015 Discount Cards are being sold for ½ price, now at a cost only $5.00 each, with all proceeds going to ARIS and HMS school programs and teacher grants. The card includes reusable discounts shown below from 37 local businesses; valid through 9/30/15.

Special Promotion: Buy 5 cards, get 1 card free!

If you would like to purchase a discount card, please email Wendy Holt, HSA Discount Card Committee Chairperson, at wenholt@aol.com.

Purchases will be redeemed quickly upon receipt of payment (payment via checks only please).

To view participating businesses, click here...

Important Dates To Remember

April 28