Greetings From Woodbridge

Welcome to the Ernie Oros Wildlife Preserve in Avenel. Plan to take the walking trail and view the 12 new signs that explain the Preserve’s “flora and fauna.”

The Woodbridge E-News is your direct link to all of the news, events, programs and happenings in Woodbridge Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey. We’ve put together a line-up of “spectacular” SummerFest events that will keep everyone – residents and visitors alike – entertained throughout the entire Summer. Stay tuned for the exciting and entertaining Mayor's Summer Concert series: Monday “Oldies.” Tribute Band Tuesday. Woodbridge Wednesday. Local Band Thursday. Second Friday Jazz and Country Sunday. Plan to shop the Summer Farmer’s Market at Parker Press Park!!! The Independence Day Fireworks extravaganza “blasts-off” on July 3 from Alvin Williams Park in Sewaren!!! Explore the Barron Arts Center concerts, exhibits, and the annual BarronFest Art Festival all Summer!!!

Visit us at: www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us for everything Woodbridge!!!

See You Around Town
Mayor John E. McCormac

Kick-Off Summer at WB SummerFest 2017: Thursday, June 22

It’s Almost Summer!!!! Which means it’s time to plan your “Staycation ~ Vacation” in Woodbridge. We’re kicking-off the Summer festivities with the first-ever WB SummerFest – a FREE preview of this Summer’s upcoming Concerts, Events, Festivals and Happenings!! The region’s hottest band – THE BENJAMINS – take the stage at 7:30 PM. Enjoy a preview performance from the Woodbridge Community Players and the cast of West Side Story. Shop the Farmers Market. Sign-up for the Pizza Run and other wellness events. And There Is So Much More To Explore!!! The WB SummerFest arrives on Thurs., June 22 at 4:00 PM at the Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main Street.

Mayor’s Summer Concert Series Ready to “Rock ‘n’ Roll’

The Mayor’s Summer Concert Series gets underway with an incredible lineup of Golden Oldies “Doo Wop” bands on Mon., June 26 with everyone’s favorite – The Duprees. Tribute Band Tuesday takes the stage on Tues., June 27 with Radio Nashville. Concerts start at 7:30 PM on the grass field behind Woodbridge High School. Woodbridge Wednesday “LIVE” concerts return to the Parker Press Park stage on Wed., June 28 with performances at 7:30 P.M. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the FREE concerts with family and friends! Local Band Thursday kicks-off their hometown concert season with local musicians and their bands on June 29 at Tanzman Park (across from the Downtown Woodbridge Train Station) at 7:30 PM. Second Friday Jazz musicians take the stage at 7:30 PM from Frank Pelzman Park in Avenel (end of West Park Avenue on Tappen Street). Country Sunday returns to the Parker Press stage every Sunday night at 6:00 PM with the biggest Country-Western bands in the area. The cost of admission to the Mayor’s Summer Concert’s is a can, or two, or three of non-perishable food for the “We Feed Woodbridge Food Bank.” Check out the full Mayor Summer Concert line-up on the Township Web Page at: www.twp.woodbridge.nj.us

Download the “Woodbridge NOW” APP for all the “Buy Local” Specials

Shopping this weekend??? Looking to find out what’s happening in Town??? Download the “Woodbridge NOW” APP for all of the best shopping deals, rewards & specials!!! The “Woodbridge NOW” APP Is FREE!!! And, it’s the best source for what’s happening in Woodbridge. Stay connected with just one touch.

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Woodbridge Farmers’ Market Returns June 28

The Woodbridge Farmers’ Market returns to Parker Press Park every Wednesday afternoon beginning on June 28. This season, the WB Farmers’ Market has expanded with more “Jersey Fresh” and specialty food vendors. Schieferstein Farm Market & Garden Center offers fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, plants and organic specialties. Market vendors include: DiSicilia’s Italian Deli... Jaker’s Pickles... Poppy’s Kitchen... Island of Treats specialty candies and trail mix... Enza’s Gifts, Arts, & Crafts... J.J. Bitting Brewing Company Beer & Wine Garden... Rita’s Ice... and more.

Barron Arts Center Presents:
In the Still of the Night – New Jersey Photography Forum

The Barron Arts Center and the New Jersey Photography Forum presents: “In the Still of the Night” - a series of 51 photographs made by 22 members of the New Jersey Photography Forum. The artists were challenged to explore scenes that appear completely different at night. Locations of the images span from New Jersey through the United States to Europe and Iceland. All images in the exhibit are for sale. The exhibit is on view at the Barron Arts Center through June 30, 2017. Weekdays from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Saturdays & Sundays from 2:00 to 4:00 PM.

Run for Pizza on July 6... Sign-Up Today!!

Woodbridge is on the run...for pizza! The Mayor's Wellness Campaign, The Club at Woodbridge and Wegmans sponsor the annual Woodbridge Run for Pizza on Thurs., July 6, 2017. Sign-up today for the 4-mile run thru Alvin P. Williams Park and the Sewaren waterfront. Celebrate at the finish line with pizza provided by local restaurants. Prizes awarded to the top three overall female and male runners and top three male and female runners in each age group. Register before July 4 for only $25.00. Race Day Registration: $30.00. Corporate and Team Entries welcome! Run for Pizza is a USATF New Jersey 500 Point Event. Proceeds benefit the Mayor’s Council on Physical Fitness & Sports. See you at the finish line! After the run head over to Tanzman Park (across from the NJT Train Station) for the Local Band Thursday concert – Good to Go - at 7:30 PM.

WCC Summer Camp: Sign-Up Today for the Best Camp in Town!!!

Attention Parents!!! If you’re looking for that really cool Summer Camp... then look no further. The all-new WCC Summer Camp program offers more camping alternatives than any other camp in the region. Check out the exciting swim camp at the Highland Grove Swim Club & Spray Park in Fords. The Recreation Department’s Summer Camps return to Merrill Park in Colonia with expanded Specialty Sports Camps for soccer, baseball, basketball and the hugely popular Multi-Sports camp – all camps offer in-depth individualized sport coaching from swimming to skating... arts & crafts... sports & specialty camps - there’s a camp for every child and every interest. So, before time runs out, stop-by the WCC at 600 Main Street and sign-up your campers for the best - and most affordable - Summer Camp experience anywhere. The camps always fill-up quickly, so don’t miss the “early bird” special. The professional WCC Summer Camp staff is waiting for YOU!!! Visit www.njwcc.com to learn more about the WCC Summer Camp Program.

Think “Summer” with a WCC Health & Wellness Membership

It’s time to trim-up for Summer with a membership at the Woodbridge Community Center (WCC) - Woodbridge Township’s recreation, entertainment, fitness/sport and cultural center. WCC membership packages are available in all shapes and sizes. Check out the Family Membership or an Individual Membership. Receive a FREE WCC gift with paid membership!!!

The WCC is at the leading edge of what’s hot in the health, wellness and fitness industry – WCC members are getting in shape with the popular LesMills “Group Effect” exercise classes and personal training program. The WCC also offers a full aquatics program with swim lessons for all ages, a competitive swim team, roller and ice skating lessons, ice hockey, open skate sessions, weight and aerobic center, personal training & fitness programs, a full-court gymnasium, basketball court, indoor track, and so much more.

The WCC hosts Corporate/Office outings and Birthday, Anniversary, Project Graduation... or a party for that special occasion!!! Your special event party comes with the full-service, in-house WCC Café and catering. Contact our Membership Services Coordinator at 732-596-4196. Visit our webpage at: www.njwcc.com. See us on Facebook. Or stop-by the WCC at 600 Main Street, Woodbridge. You’ll be glad you did!!!

SkyLine Mini Golf & Batting Cages Now Open

Tee-Off at the WCC SkyLine Mini-Golf!!! The area’s best (and most challenging) mini-golf course is now open!!! And while you’re at SkyLine Mini-Golf, check-out the “Batting Cage” Center – 3 new batting cages to improve that “Home Run” swing!!! There’s so much to do and enjoy at the WCC – so many opportunities for family fun and entertainment, recreation, health, wellness and fitness, cultural activities and more. The WCC is home to the Roller & Ice Skating Center... WCC Arena’s Café... the all-new WCC Sports Center and the Arena’s Pavilion. Come See For Yourself.

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