Greetings from Woodbridge: The Best Town Around
Celebrating Our 350^th Sesquarcentennial Anniversary 1669 ~ 2019

The Woodbridge E-News is your direct link to all of the news, events, programs and happenings in Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey. We’ve put together a spectacular line-up of Fall events that will keep everyone – residents and visitors alike – entertained throughout the year. Explore the Barron Arts Center. Hike the Ernie Oros Wildlife Preserve in Avenel. Shop the very best Woodbridge Buy Local stores. Stay-tuned to the WB E-News for all of the upcoming 350^th Sesquarcentennial Anniversary events.

Visit us at: www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us for everything Woodbridge!!!

See You Around Town
Mayor John E. McCormac

It’s All Happening at The Club

The Club at Woodbridge is now part of the Woodbridge Township Recreation Family – and we’re offering an incredible menu of health, wellness, fitness and entertainment programs, events and happenings to members and guests!!!

The Club is the perfect complement to the Woodbridge Community Center (WCC) right across Main Street. Both facilities have a pool, running track, cardio rooms, weight rooms, concession areas and child care functions. Both run summer camps for kids and personal training and other amenities. The Club has racquetball and badminton, while the WCC has a hockey rink, roller rink, mini-golf course and batting cages.

Explore all The Club has to offer at: www.theclub.org.

Election Day is Tuesday... Cast-A-Can-When-You-Cast-Your-Vote

The Municipal Clerk’s Office is open and at work on Election Day – Tues., Nov. 6, 2018. Voters are reminded to bring their Sample Ballot with them to the polls – the Sample Ballot includes information on where you go to vote and a complete list of candidates seeking election to all offices – national, state, county, municipal and school board. Voters can verify registration by contacting the Middlesex County Board of Elections at 732-745-3471. Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Go to the Woodbridge Township web page at: www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us (Departments/Clerk’s Office) for voting information.

And, speaking of voting... students from Woodbridge High School are again coordinating the Township-wide ‘Cast-A-Can-When-You-Cast-Your-Vote’ food drive. So, before you leave home to vote on Tues., Nov. 6, grab a can… or two… or three… for drop-off at your polling location. Donating non-perishable food is a great way to help our less fortunate friends and neighbors as we approach the upcoming holiday season. Vote... And donate a can of food!!!

Veterans Day Parade Steps-Off on Sun., Nov. 11

The 12^th Annual Woodbridge Township Veteran’s Day Parade steps-off on Main Street to Town Hall on Sun., Nov. 11, 2018 at 1:30 PM. Welcome and salute Township Veterans and active-duty military personnel from all branches of service as they proudly march in celebration of Veterans Day. Join members of our Veterans organizations: American Legion Post #87; American Legion T. Nulty Post #471; American Legion Post #248; The Cpl. Kevin J. Reinhard Marine Corps League Detachment #189; VFW Woodbridge Memorial Post #4410; VFW Hopelawn Memorial Post #1352; VFW Colonia Memorial Post #6061; VFW Avenel Memorial Post #7164; VFW Iselin Memorial Post #2636; VFW Fords Memorial Post #6090; DAV Chapter #56; Woodbridge public service and emergency response units, scouting, youth, civic and historic organizations; Woodbridge, Colonia and JFK High School marching bands and parade dignitaries. Honor and support our hometown heroes. See you at the parade!!!

Woodbridge Celebrates Recycle America Day...Thurs., Nov. 15

Come join us on America Recycles Day and explore the world of recycling. The Woodbridge Department of Public Works and Office of Recycling are hosting a Community outreach event at the Woodbridge Community Center (WCC), 600 Main Street, on Thurs., Nov. 15, 2018 from 2:00 to 8:00 PM. Learn what can be recycled... and the correct way to do it!!! Find out what your recycled paper, glass, metal and textiles can be turned into!!! Test your “recycling” knowledge on our FREE prize wheel!!! Walk away with a better understanding of recycling!

Woodbridge NOW APP... It’s FREE... It’s Easy... It’s Everything Woodbridge

Shopping the best Woodbridge Buy Local stores this weekend??? Looking to find out what’s happening in Town? Download the WOODBRIDGE NOW APP for all of the best shopping deals rewards and specials!!! The WOODBRIDGE NOW APP Is FREE!!! And, it’s the best source for what’s happening in Woodbridge.Stay connected with just one touch. Visit www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us.

“Fall-Into-Fall” With a WCC Family Membership

Fall-Into-Fall with a Family Membership at the newly renovated Woodbridge Community Center (WCC) - Woodbridge Township’s community, recreation, entertainment, fitness/sport and cultural center. WCC membership packages are available in all shapes and sizes. Check out the Family Membership or an Individual Membership. Join today and receive a FREE WCC Gift with paid membership!!! We’re betting that you’ll discover that the WCC is the perfect place for family fun and fitness.

DID YOU KNOW??? The WCC is at the leading edge of what’s hot in the health, wellness and fitness industry –WCC members are going strong and getting in shape with the popular LesMills Group Effect exercise classes and personal training program. The WCC also offers a full aquatics program with swim lessons for all ages, a competitive swim team, roller and ice skating lessons, ice hockey, open skate sessions, weight and aerobic center, personal training & fitness programs, a full-court gymnasium, basketball court, indoor track, and so much more. Perfect your swing – baseball or softball - at the 3-cage batting center. And, after taking batting practice, tee-off at SkyLine Mini-Golf... the best and most challenging mini-golf course in Central Jersey.

The WCC hosts Corporate/Office outings and Birthday, Anniversary, Project Graduation, or any party for that special occasion. Your special event party comes with the full-service, in-house WCC Café and catering. Contact our Membership Services Coordinator at 732-596-4196. Visit our webpage at: www.njwcc.com. See us on Facebook. Or stop-by the WCC at 600 Main Street, Woodbridge. You’ll be glad you did!!!

Mayor Mac Sponsors 2018 Holiday Shopping Spree Raffle Raise $$$ For Your Group or Organization

WB Events & Happenings

SAT., NOV. 3
Avenel Fire Department Comedy Night Fundraiser. Doors Open at 7:00 PM. Showtime: 8:00 PM. Avenel Fire Company, 346 Avenel Street.

SUN., NOV. 4
Colonia Knights of Columbus Community Blood Drive. 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. St. John Vianney Church, 420 Inman Ave., Colonia. Stop by and give the ‘Gift of Life’!!!

MON., NOV. 5

Kick-Off ‘Restaurant Week’ with the WMCC ‘Chamber Unplugged’ Business Connection… 4:00 – 6:00 PM at Bahama Breeze (520 Woodbridge Center Drive). Visit: http://www.woodbridgechamber.com/events/chamber-unplugged-networking-at-bahama-breeze/ for all the details.

THURS., NOV. 8
Colonia Business Community (CBC) Presents: Canvas for a Cause Fundraiser. (Proceeds Benefit the CBC Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting). Fun, Laughter and a Canvas Painting Session… Artistic Ability Not Needed. Fun & Success are guaranteed!!! 6:00 – 9:00 PM. Colonia Fire Department, 250 Inman Ave., Colonia

School News & Events

There are many events, programs and happenings every day that focus on our schools, students and extra-curricular activities. The WB E-News encourages residents, parents, students and visitors to support the various school-related activities - without community sponsorship, many of the student programs, events and activities would not be able to take place. Plan to attend.

SAT., NOV. 3
Support the Colonia High School (CHS) Marching Band. Band Night at the Colonia VFW, 606 Inman Ave. 8:00 to 10:00 PM.

SUN., NOV. 4
The Colonia High School Marching Patriots Breakfast Fundraiser. 8:00 to 10:00 AM. Applebee’s Restaurant, 1255 Raritan Road, Clark.

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SUN., NOV. 4
CHS Bous Soccer Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. 4:00 – 7:00 PM. Colonia Fire House, 259 Inman Ave.

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Greetings from Woodbridge: The Best Town Around Celebrating Our 350th Sesquarcentennial Anniversary 1669 ~ 2019