Vernon Dog Park Grand Opening - Vernon, N.J. - 5/5/2013
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Vernon Dog Park Grand Opening - Vernon, N.J. - 5/5/2013
At center is Barbara Green, the president of DOGS (Dog Owners Gathering Society) of Vernon who remarked that the dedication of the group’s volunteers for nearly seven years brought about their “Field of Dreams” with the creation of Vernon’s dog park that is now officially open to the public. According to Green, “Approximately seven years ago a survey was sent out to residents to see how an off-leash dog park would be accepted in Vernon. Comments ranged from, ‘Yes, we’d love one! Are you biased against cats? Don’t raise my taxes.’ A few months later a small group of residents met for the first time to look into the possibility of building a dog park. Would it work? Could we do it? Was there interest? Monthly meetings were then planned, committees formed and the endeavor began. How difficult could it be? It’s a dog park, just put up a fence. Little did we know the nightmares that would invade our dream.”Later this year fundraisers continue and donations are still being accepted. The group will be holding their 7th annual dog wash/nail clipping/micro-chipping event this July. For more information contact Green at 201-230-3973 (barb@dogsofvernon.org) or visit DOGS at www.dogsofvernon.org.
5/6/2013
Album ID: 1649783
Photos by Chris Wyman
National Day of Prayer at Municipal Center - Vernon, NJ - 5/2/2013
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National Day of Prayer at Municipal Center - Vernon, NJ - 5/2/2013
Last Thursday under a deep blue sky some two dozen faithful came together in front of the Vernon Municipal Center to take part in the 62nd Annual National Day of Prayer. Established by an act of Congress in 1952 and signed into law by President Harry S. Truman, the tradition remains to this day. Leading the services in Vernon were Pastor Nik Fontana of the Faith With Love Fellowship at the McAfee Bible Church, Monsignor Robert Carroll of Our Lady of Fatima Church, and Pastor Roger Spence of Christ Community Church, both in Highland Lakes. Those present took turns praying for our governments and institutions ranging from our nation and troops at war to Vernon Township’s governmental leaders. Among the prayers offer by Pastor Fontana were that all present retain a point of view that comes from “compassion” and that our leaders in Washington not be so “party conscious.”
5/3/2013
Album ID: 1648566
Photos by Chris Wyman
Vernon Earthfest at Heaven Hill Farm - Vernon, N.J. - 4/28/2013
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On Sunday, Barry Lakes author Leesa Beckmann (left) brought her Sebastopol goose “Oliver” to Vernon Earthfest 2013. Here Oliver got to meet Glenwood resident Shirley Baldwin.The 13th such annual event was once again held at Heaven Hill Farm on Route 94. The thousands of people who attended could not have asked for a more beautiful day. Although milky clouds slowly arrived later in the day, the five-hour Earth Day celebration began as a warm spring-like day under the pale blue heavens. Among others, the event was sponsored by the Vernon Chamber of Commerce under the direction of coordinator Margaret Kranz of Valley National Bank. Throughout the day presentations were given by numerous organizations including Birds of Prey by the Delaware Raptor Center, Snakes-n-Scales, John Kraft of Lenape Lifeways of Stanhope, and Travis Gale of Eyes of the Wild. Free water testing was also offered by Mike Furrey of Dover-based Agra Environmental & Laboratory Services.
4/29/2013
Album ID: 1646086
Photos by Chris Wyman
Vernon PAL Fishing Derby - Vernon, N.J. - 4/27/2013
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Something’s fishy in Vernon…Nothing beats fishing with Grandpa. Reagan Hamilton, 9, of Vernon enjoyed a morning of fishing with her grandfather Caleb Williams of Shrewsbury, Pa. Last Saturday nearly 150 children and their folks came out for this year’s annual Vernon PAL Fishing Derby. The event was held at the Firemen’s Pavilion Pond, next the Vernon Fire Department on Route 515. Two sessions of fishing allowed the youngsters the chance to catch some 100 trout donated by Vernon’s Double “V” Rod & Gun Club. The largest trout stocked this year measured 22 inches. Additional native fish in the pond include large mouth bass and sunfish, which were the prevalent catch of the day.
4/29/2013
Album ID: 1645996
Photos by Chris Wyman
A Live Presentation of Letters to Daddy
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Student performers from the Delaware Valley Elementary School starred in a musical presentation of "Letters to Daddy". The musical had a three day run from April 26-28 2013 at the Delaware Valley High School in Milford, Pennsylvania. The musical deals with issues such as anti-bullying, suicide prevention, drug awareness etc.
4/29/2013
Album ID: 1646331
Photos by George Leroy Hunter
Jersey Hills Wood Carvers at Jefferson Township High School
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The Jersey Hills Wood Carvers got together at Jefferson Township High School on Thursday, April 25, 2013. The group meets from 7:PM to 9:PM on the first and third Thursday of each month (when school is in session) at Jefferson Township High School in Oak Ridge, New Jersey.
4/29/2013
Album ID: 1646272
Photos by George Leroy Hunter
Marc Von Em performs at the Waterwheel in Milford
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Marc Von Em performs at the Waterwheel in Milford, which he hopes is the start of a last Friday of the month tradition.
4/24/2013
Album ID: 1643736
Photos by Charles Reynolds
The 2013 Taste of Talent at Perona Farms
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The 17th annual A Taste of Talent took place at Perona Farms in Andover Township, N.J. The Monday April 22, 2013 event was a fundraiser for the Project Self - Sufficiency, a non-profit agency specializing in services for needy families in Sussex, Morris and Warren Counties of New Jersey.
4/23/2013
Album ID: 1642697
Photos by George Leroy Hunter
Vernon PAL Annual Cultural Day - Vernon, NJ - 4/20/2013
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Vernon PAL Annual Cultural Day – Vernon, NJ – 4/20/2013
Guam native and Vernon Township High School Junior Ronelle Tajalle, 16, offered instruction in authentic Polynesian dancing at the Vernon PAL Annual Cultural Day hosted by the Vernon PAL Youth Leadership Council.On Saturday, the Vernon Police Athletic League gymnasium was filled with over 200 people who came to appreciate a broad sampling in international cuisine as well as storytelling and ethnic dance presentations. The event was made possible by contributions from Pochuck Farms, Gianna’s Restaurant, Little Anthony’s Pizzeria, Milano Restaurant, Eastern Garden, Jean-Claude’s Bakery, La Petite Cuisine, The Holland American Bakery, The Irish Cottage Inn, HalIigan’s Public House, Breezy Point Inn, and Smokey’s Brick Oven Tavern.
4/22/2013
Album ID: 1642099
Photos by Chris Wyman
Vernon Senior Center Western Roundup Party – Vernon, N.J. – 4/12/2013
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During last Friday’s Vernon Senior Center’s Western Roundup Party, 2012 Vernon Senior of the Year Barbara Mracek ended up in the slammer. But she didn’t do anything wrong. Really. The 2013 Vernon Senior of the Year awards will be announced at the township’s Spring Luncheon for seniors set for Thursday, May 16, noon to 3 p.m., at Minerals Resort.Vernon seniors interested in attending the luncheon can sign up at the Vernon Senior Center on Wednesday, April 17, between 9 a.m. and noon. Proof of residence must be provided at the time of signup. The cost is $7 per person and there will be no early signups permitted. Anyone who brings a nonperishable food donation to the signup will receive a ticket for a chance to win a prize at the luncheon. After this date, call 973-764-4055, ext. 2261. Senior bus transportation is available by calling 973-579- 0480, however, bus seating is limited.
