Clinton Township Newsletter

2 2 m a r c h 2 0 2 0 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M t e n g r e a t r e a s o n s t o s h o p l o c a l l y : • Shopping locally creates jobs. Shops in our town create local employment and self-employment. These people,in turn, spend in the local community. • Local independent shops invest more in our communities. Local businesses are proportionately more generous in their support of local charities, schools and community events. Supporting local shops means a financial impact on our community. • Local shops sell a wide range of great products at affordable prices. Many people fall out of the habit of shopping locally and are then surprised by the range of products and gifts available. • Shopping locally saves you money. Out-of-county shops have done a good job of convincing us that local business equals expensive. However, if you add travel, fees to transfer items and your time, the overall cost is often much higher. • Shopping locally retains our communities. People don't like losing shops and services in small towns, but don't equate this to how they spend their money. • Shopping locally retains our distinctiveness. Independent shops create distinctive shopping experiences and stock different products. Local businesses respond quickly to the needs of local customers, stocking products to meet the changing population needs. • Shopping locally saves the environment. Local shops often stock a high percentage of local sourced goods which do not require long car and bus journeys, helping to reduce our global footprint. • Local shops are for everyone. Most people can get to their local shops easily and this is especially important for the elderly and young generations and those without transportation. • Local shops value you more. Evidence from numerous surveys show people receive better customer care and service locally. These businesses survive by their reputation and repeat business, which means you get a higher standard of service. • Shopping locally saves services. Private and public sector services tend to cluster around shops. As shops disappear so do hairdressers, banks, restaurants, etc. s o s h o p s m a r t . s h o p l o c a l l y ! Look for the Guild of Clinton stickers in windows throughout downtown Clinton and support these merchants and professionals who make Clinton the amazing downtown that it is! HUNTERDON COUNTY YMCA SUMMER DAY CAMPS CAMP CARR, CLINTON TOWNSHIP PRE-KAMP FOR PRESCHOOLERS, ROUND VALLEY BRANCH SPORTS CAMP, DEER PATH BRANCH SOUTH CAMP, LAMBERTVILLE Register Now! www.hcymca.org y m c a i n v i t e s c o m m u n i t y t o a n o p e n h o u s e a t t h e y ! The Hunterdon County YMCA is inviting the community to come in and see all that the Y has to offer! An Open House will be held Saturday, March 28 at the Deer Path Branch, 144 West Woodschurch Road, Flemington, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. There will be an opportunity to check out the fitness center and try programs for youth and adults. In addition registration will be open for camp and spring programs as we well as for membership to the Outdoor Community Pool in Flemington. The Hunterdon County YMCA is one of the largest non-profit community service organizations in Hunterdon County. The Y offers programs for all ages and fitness levels, offering individuals, seniors, and families a unique sense of community by providing a place to gather and support each other in a healthy environment. The Y works to promote strong children and families, good health, a solid community, and a better world. One-day only specials will be available for those who attend the Open House. Membership is available in a variety of options and does not require a contract. Y membership includes many benefits at no additional cost, including adult and youth fitness classes, fitness tracking software, childcare while you work out, and family nights. Members also receive reduced rates for swim lessons, youth sports and enrichment classes, as well as events. Learn more about the Y at www.HCYMCA.org or by calling the Welcome Center at either branch. The Deer Path Branch is located at 144 W. Woodschurch Road, Flemington, and can be reached at 908.782.1030. The Round Valley Branch is located at 1410 Route 22 West, Annandale, and can be reached at 908.236.0055. "The longest road out is the shortest road home." ~ Irish Proverb facebook.com/CTNL82

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