Clinton Township Newsletter

4 M a r c h 2 0 1 4 www.ClintonTwpNewsletter.com Lic # 01587A 1262 Rt. 22 W Lebanon, NJ 08833 Phone (908) 236-6878 Fax (908) 236-7125 After Hrs. (908) 797-5091 www.clinton-autobody.com On Sunday, March 16 at 3:00 pm, the Friendly Sons of St Patrick will host the first Saint Pat- rick's Day Parade in Hunterdon County. The parade will step off from the Clinton Community Center on Halstead Street and proceed through the town. Ac- cording to the group's President Shaun Connolly, "We raise and donate tens of thousands of dol- lars to families in need but that is only part of why we exist. Our mission has always included promoting and preserving Irish American culture through activities like this parade". Parade Chairman Mike Darcy added, "the Friendly Sons of St Patrick especially want to thank our parade co-sponsors Flemington Car & Truck Country; Bill Healy Designs; MAG Industries, LLC; Cryan's Tavern; The Clinton Guild; and MSI Plumbing and Remodeling Inc." According to Darcy the parade will highlight Irish American culture and include lots of music, dance and fascinating animals. The pipe and drum bands will be a highlight, along with the world class Irish dancers, fid- dlers, singers, dogs and so much more! The procession will also include the Hunterdon County Crime Stoppers pink truck and local fire equipment. To learn more about the Friendly Sons of St Patrick and the st. Patrick's Day parade in Clinton or to sponsor F R i e n D L y s o n s o F s t p a t R i c k h o s t F i R s t s t p a t R i c k ' s D a y p a R a D e i n h u n t e R D o n ! F R i e n D L y s o n s o F s t . p a t R i c k e L e c t n e w L e a D e R s h i p F o R 2 0 1 4 - 2 0 1 5 The Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick - Hunterdon County (FSSP) elected new leadership for a two year term, led by President Shaun Connolly of Clinton Township. "The Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick- Hunterdon County have done much for Hunterdon families in need and in- stitutions that help families in need and it will be an honor to lead this group for the next two years" said Connolly. The FSSP raises and distributes funds to families devastated by medical bills, assists children with disabilities, supports non-profits that benefit people in need and promotes Irish-American culture, according to Connolly. In the past 8 years, the group has raised and distributed more than $100,000. Helping others is a cornerstone of the group which meets the sec- ond Tuesday each month at 8:00 pm at the Clinton Elks Lodge, and according to their new officers it is all done with good cheer. Some of their efforts at promoting Irish-American culture include promoting Irish dancing by sponsoring a parade float and Irish dancers in the Clinton Christmas parade; producing a hugely popular Saint Patrick's Day Celebration with live Irish music; and running a golf fundraiser at Beaver Brook attended by nearly 150 golfers each year. In 2014 the Friendly Sons will host the first Saint Patrick's Day Parade in Hunterdon County on March 16, at 3:00 pm in Clinton. As the group's president, Connolly is looking for new members for this rapidly grow- ing organization. To learn more about the Friendly Sons of St Patrick and the parade or to sponsor or participate, visit their web site www. FSSPHunterdon.com or see them on Facebook. The new officers include: President Shaun Connolly; 1st Vice President Bill Healy; 2nd Vice President Chris Callahan; Secretary Michael Darcy; Treasurer Gary Sanderson. " o n e - L a n e b R i D g e " b y L o c a L a u t h o R D a n k R z y z k o w s k i "One-Lane Bridge" is a haunting romance and coming-of-age novel penned by local author Dan Krzyzkowski. Stunningly original and masterfully layered, the story explores the relationship between a twenty-three year-old man and a forty-one year-old woman whose lives cross paths in the fictional town of Swan Lake, New Hampshire. Emotional and unforgettable, the tale implores readers to ask themselves one question: can you live a life before your real life begins? "One-Lane Bridge" is available through all booksellers, including Amazon, Kindle and Nook. Dan Krzyzkowski is an independent author and lifelong resident of Clinton Township, and now resides in Glen Gardner. He is a mail carrier for the town of Annandale, whose route includes most of the Beaver Brook condos. Interested book clubs can contact the author via email at: dkrzyzkowski@hotmail.com to request an appearance. 2 n D a n n u a L M e n i n H e e l s R e L a y ! This free and hilarious community event was created to address serious issues in a lighthearted way and involve everyone in the movement to end violence against women. Save the Date: May 17 at Gallo Rosso, Flemington. Register Now! or participate, visit: www. FSSPHunterdon.com or see them on Facebook.

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