Clinton Township Newsletter

1 0 A p r i l 2 0 1 5 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 "April is a promise that May is bound to keep." ~Hal Borland N o r t H H u N t e r d o N J u N i o r l i o N s f o o t B a l l i s o f f t o a r o a r i N g s t a r t f o r 2 0 1 5 ! The North Hunterdon Junior Lions Football program registration is now open for the 2015 football season! Our newly updated program offers many exciting opportunities for your children grades K through 8th. Please visit our new website at: NHJuniorLionsFootball.leag1.com to view the many activities that are now available for you to choose from. Serving all North Hunterdon High School districts, this years' program includes: New Uniforms, a Weight Program supervised by NHHS Coaches, New Spring 7 on 7 Football League, Tackle Football for 3rd through 8th Grade, New Flag Football for Kindergarten thru 2nd Grade, Top Notch Facilities conveniently located at North Hunterdon HS, IMPACT Baseline Testing for players, Quality Coaching utilizing Rutgers S.A.F.E.T.Y, Heads Up Football, USA Football Certified programs. Also, NHJL football continues to support the Clinton Township K thru 4th grade Intro to Football sponsored by the Clinton Township Recreation Department and run by the North Hunterdon Junior Lions Football Program. In addition to all our new activities we continue to honor the memory of NHJL coach Scott Patkochis with the 2nd Annual Scott's "Big Man" Camp presented by NY Giants Offensive Line Coach Pat Flaherty with special guests from the NY Giants and Rutgers Football programs in addition to other college and high school coaches. Don't forget our summer football camp held at North Hunterdon High School in July! The Junior Lions program closely follows the same football principals and philosophies as the North Hunterdon High School Football program thus preparing the players for their future football careers. Check us out online at: www.NHJuniorLionsFootball.leag1.com and like us on facebook! Grow your own fresh vegetables and herbs, while interacting socially with others who share your interest in this wonderful activity. Some plots are still available for the Clinton Township Community Garden located across the northern border of Bundt Park. Full plots are $70 and half plots are $35 for the season. For more information, please email Harmen Vos at: vosharmen@aol.com. Find out more at: www.clintontownshipocg.wix.com/theocg r o u N d v a l l e y r e c r e a t i o N a r e a i N a p r i l Round Valley Recreation Area • South Parking Lot • 908.236.6355 April 12, 10:00 am to noon: Rocks of Round Valley: $2.00 fee for ages six and above; pre-registration recommended. What makes RVRA's geology special? Learn about our rocks and maybe find a piece of iron! April 19, 9:00 to 11:00 am: Bird Walk: No fee to participate! Join NJ Audubon Society members on a 3 \4 mile flat trail loop. Then take a short drive to the swimming pond where abundant waterfowl enjoy the early spring serenity. If you have a field guide and binoculars we suggest you bring them. April 25, 10 am to noon: Earth Day 2015: Volunteer Opportunity! Pre-register as a volunteer, forms available at Park office. Discover Round Valley's animal and plant residents on a leisurely hike. Bring hand clippers and gloves (if you choose) to help control some of the plants that don't belong here! H u N t e r d o N c o u N t y s o l i d w a s t e a N d r e cy c l i N g s e rv i c e s e l e ct r o N i c s c l e a N-u p d at e s The Hunterdon County Solid Waste and Recycling Services Electronics Clean-Up Dates are Saturday April 11 and October 10 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Where: Hunterdon County Route 12 Complex 314 State Route 12 East, Flemington, NJ 08822 Who: For County Residents and Small Businesses Only Hours: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm (Rain or Shine) For more information, call: 908.788.1110 Please refer to the Hunterdon County Solid Waste and Recycling Services website for items they WILL and WILL NOT ACCEPT at: www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/recycling.htm. The Clinton YMCA Preschool of the Hunterdon County YMCA is now accepting registrations for the September 2015-16 school year. Parents interested in enrolling are invited to call to schedule a time to visit. Clinton YMCA Preschool is located at 2 Race Street, Pittstown in the Bethlehem Presbyterian Church. The Hunterdon County YMCA Preschools have been providing quality half-day preschool programs to the community for 40 years, offering well-planned, learning rich experiences for your young child in a supportive and nurturing environment. Children are given the opportunity to grow socially, physically, intellectually and emotionally through a stimulating play-based approach to learning. Our nationally recognized Creative Curriculum supports the New Jersey Department of Education Preschool Teaching and Learning Standards in preparing children for future school experiences and academic learning. The YMCA Preschools offer classes for children age 2 ½ through 5 years. Enrollment choices include morning or extended day classes as well as flexible lunch-bunch options. A schedule of class choices and further information about the preschool can be found at the YMCA website: www.hcymca.org or call the preschool directly at: 908.735.8057. H c y m c a p r e s c H o o l i s N o w a c c e p t i N g r e g i s t r a t i o N s

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