Clinton Township Newsletter

2 9 M A Y 2 0 2 1 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 fi nancial impact on our community. • Local shops sell a wide range of great products at aff ordable 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. 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! Sh Smart.Sh Loca y! m ay p r O g r a m s W i t h t h e h U n t e r d O n C O U n t y d i V i s i O n O F p a r K s & r e C r e a t i O n County Arboretum, 1020 Highway 31, Lebanon, NJ 08833 www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/parks.htm BUTTERFLIES & MOTHS! Sunday, May 2, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, ages 10 to adult. VIRTUAL LICHEN WALK: Monday, May 3, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, adults, guest presenter Dennis Waters. VIRTUAL NATURE CLUB: FISH! Tuesday, May 4, 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm, ages 4 to 3rd grade. SNAKES OF HUNTERDON: LIVE SNAKES!!! Wednesday, May 5, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, all ages. BEAN POT BASKET: Tuesdays, May 11 and May 18, 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm, adults, $25. HOMESCHOOL: SNAKES! Wednesday, May 12, 1:00 to 1:45 pm, ages 7 to 12. Virtual Tour of Hunterdon County Parks–MUSCONETCONG: Thursday, May 13, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, ages 12 through adult. VIRTUAL NATURE CLUB: TURTLES! Tuesday, May 18, 3:30 pm to 4:15 pm, ages 4 to 3rd grade. MAMMALS OF HUNTERDON: Wednesday, May 19, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, ages 10 through adult. MAGIC CICADAS! Monday, May 24, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, ages 8 through adult. STICK ART LOOM WEBINAR: Tuesday, May 25, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, ages 6 through adult. The focus of the Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation, Department of Planning and Land Use is to provide for meaningful use of leisure time, encourage appreciation of our natural resources, and preserve and protect open space and greenways for the enjoyment of future generations. We look forward to your participation in one of our many exciting programs and hope you will soon begin to explore the beautiful park areas of Hunterdon County! The Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation is governed by the Board of Chosen Freeholders through the Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee (POSAC), which is comprised of volunteer citizens appointed by the Board of Chosen Freeholders. POSAC consults the Freeholders on all matters regarding county park lands, public recreation, and environmental education opportunities. Over 8,700 acres of land has been purchased for purposes of environmental preservation, and for the public's recreational enjoyment. The staff members of the Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation serve to carry out the mission of the County implementing hundreds of recreational activities, environmental education programs, and special events annually. Over 300,000 citizens annually enjoy the parks and programs Hunterdon County has to off er. Most parks are open sunrise to sunset, every day. Echo Hill Park and Deer Path Park open at 8:00 am, and Hoff man Park opens at 9:00 am. The Parks Offi ce is located at the Hunterdon County Arboretum, 1020 Highway 31, Lebanon, NJ 08833. Offi ce hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Phone: 908.782.1158. Email: parks@co.hunterdon.nj.us. "Nor yet because fair fl owers are springing Beneath thy genial ray; And thousand happy birds are singing All welcome to thee, May! " ~ Rosanna Eleanor Leprohon "What is so sweet and dear / As a prosperous morn in May, The confi dent prime of the day"~ William Watson

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