Greetings From Woodbridge

Thirty new U.S. citizens from 12 different nations took the Oath-of-Allegiance at the Multi-Culture Day ceremony at the Woodbridge Community Center.

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

WELCOME TO THE CELEBRATION!!!
The year 2019 marks a notable milestone for Woodbridge Township – the 350th Sesquarcentennial Anniversary
of our community. The Woodbridge Township 350th Sesquarcentennial Committee has been established to plan festivities and events for the upcoming 350th anniversary celebration. We’re kicking-off the year-long
celebration with the 350th Sesquarcentennial Anniversary Community Gala on June 1, 2018... and you are invited!

Visit the Township web page at: www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us for all the details on how you can join the Celebration.

See You Around Town!
Mayor John E. McCormac

350th Gala Invitation

WOODBRIDGE: THE BEST TOWN AROUND: Woodbridge Township, the oldest Township in the State of New Jersey, was chartered on June 1, 1669. Over its 350 years, Woodbridge Township has had many historic New Jersey firsts – from the first drinking of British tea in the “Colonies” to the site of the first permanent printing press operated by James Parker in 1751.

During the Nineteenth century, clay mining and brick manufacturing became the major industry of the Township. The Township Seal - adopted on November 11, 1885 by the Town Committee - depicts the prominence of the clayand brink industry. Standing at the “Crossroads of New Jersey,” Woodbridge prospered over the years achieving the designation as an “All American City” home to international corporations, commercial manufacturing and development and a thriving “Buy Local” economy.

Today, ten separate and distinctive communities make up the fabric and fiber of our Township – Avenel, Colonia, Fords, Hopelawn, Iselin, Keasbey, Menlo Park Terrace, Port Reading, Sewaren, and Woodbridge Proper – where we’re proud of our “Quality-of-Life” which is why we are “The Best Town Around.”

Friends of the Libraries Book Sale Returns - April 27, 28 & 29

The “Friends of the Woodbridge Public Library” will hold their annual Book Sale Spectacular on Fri., Sat. & Sun., April 27, 28 & 29 at the Woodbridge Main Library. Mystery. Romance. Drama. Travel. Cooking. The Classics. Poetry… Everything is “Off the Shelf and On the Table.” Book lovers and readers of all ages will have the opportunity to explore tables of books to find that special treasure. Hardcover: $1.00. Paperback: $.50. CDs, DVDs, VHS, Record Albums and Cassettes. Books on Tape & CD’s. Daily Book Specials. Find that rare gem of literature or just a great novel for the beach. There is always a huge selection of “vintage” books on sale at the Friends of the Libraries Book Sale. Tell a Friend. Bring a Friend. Become a Friend to the Library. Shop the Book Sale on Fri., April 27 & Sat., April 28 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Sun., April 29 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM - Sunday is Bag Day. Buy a $5.00 “Friends” Bag & Fill It With All Your Favorite Book Selections.

Celebrate Senior Month with Special Events & Programs

May is “Senior Month” in Woodbridge Township!!! This year, we’re jam-packed with informative, educational, recreational and entertainment activities specially geared to our Senior residents. Senior Month encourages Senior residents to engage in health and fitness activities, attend informative programs and seminars, participate in mind-stimulating activities such as Rummikub and Sudoku competitions, art and music classes, entertainment events, senior receptions and community engagements.

The Woodbridge Township Department of Health & Human Services, the Multi-Service Program on Aging & Senior Services, the Department of Recreation & Resident Services, the Woodbridge Police Department, the Department of Public Works, the Evergreen and Sycamore Senior Centers, the Woodbridge Community Center (WCC), the Woodbridge Township Public Library and our many senior organizations and associations participate and sponsor the many free programs and events, educational and informational sessions. Visit www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us for all of the Senior Month activities and events.

“Buy Local” Shopping this weekend... Download the Woodbridge NOW APP... It’s FREE... It’s Easy... It’s Everything Woodbridge

Planning on 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.

WCC Summer Camps are Filling-Up Fast... Sign-Up NOW!!!

ATTENTION PARENTS!!! If you’re looking for that really cool Summer Camp... then look no further. The all-new WCC Summer Camp offers more camping alternatives than any other camp in the region. Check out the exciting swim camp at the Highland Grove Swim Club & Spray Park in Fords. The Recreation Department’s Summer Camps return to Merrill Park in Colonia with expanded Specialty Sports Camps for soccer, baseball, basketball and the hugely popular Multi-Sports camp – all camps offer in-depth individualized sport coaching from swimming to skating... arts & crafts... sports & specialty camps - there’s a camp for every child and every interest. So, before time runs out, stop-by the WCC at 600 Main Street and sign-up your campers for the best - and most affordable - Summer Camp experience anywhere. The camps always fill-up quickly, so don’t miss the “early bird” special. The professional WCC Summer Camp staff is waiting for YOU!!! Visit www.njwcc.com to learn more about the WCC Summer Camp Program.

Make Fitness Fun with a WCC Family Membership

Explore the all-new 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 in April 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.

The WCC is at the leading edge of what’s hot in the health, wellness and fitness industry – we’re 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 also 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!!!

Now Playing: WB Weekend Events

See What’s on the Event Calendar This Weekend

FRI. & SAT., APRIL 27 & 28The Woodbridge Golden Saints host their annual Carnival on Fri., and Sat., April 27 & 28. There are tons of rides and games, Live Music and Much, Much More.

April 28
Relay-For-Life hosts “Melee-For-Life” – a Gaming Tournament event. Super Smash Bros. Melee. $15.00 Event Entry fee. Reserve your seat. RetroRelived, 1061 NJ-34, Matawan. Call 732-970-3731 or contactus@retrorelived.com to Register. All proceeds benefit Relay-For-Life.

SUN. APRIL 29
Woodbridge High School Choir “Pancake” Breakfast. Woodbridge Elks, 665 Rahway Avenue. 8:00 to 11:00AM.

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