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NEWS AND EVENTS
Week of August 11
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In Roxbury Township Public Schools, our students and schools are involved with more than just academics. They are active members of the community who give their time and efforts to important causes. Check out all the upcoming events happening throughout Roxbury in the coming weeks.
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ROXBURY SCHOOLS IN THE NEWS
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Roxbury we want to hear from you! We're always looking for great stories of things happening in the Roxbury Schools and around town that involve our students, staff, and families! And now we've made it even easier to submit your content! Stories, high quality pictures, and even videos can be submitted
here or by emailing
goodnews@roxbury.org.
Please remember to include first and last names of individuals pictured!
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RHS Honored for Success through Four Diamonds Mini-THON®
 Ten Roxbury High School mini-THON captains had the opportunity to attend the 2017 Mini-THON Leadership Summit on August 4th in Hershey, Pa.
These ten students and their club advisors, Mike Gottfried and Reid Meeker, were recognized by Four Diamonds Mini-THON® for their achievement in fundraising. Awards were given to schools who excelled in their local Mini-THON® through areas including social media use, faculty participation, and fundraising.
Roxbury High School certainly excelled in fundraising this year by increasing fundraising over last year by an astonishing 251%!
Click here to read more about THON, the summit, and the coming year!
Congratulations Mrs. Jones!
On Saturday July 15, Miss Kelly Herzog, 4th grade teacher at Franklin Elementary School was married at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Flanders while her class looked on! Congratulations Mrs. Jones!
New Ranking Of New Jersey's Best School Districts Released
 As the 2017/18 school year kicks off, parents and students heading to their first day of school can see how their school district stacks up against others in the state as Niche.com has released its annual rankings of the best school districts in the country.
Roxbury Schools ranked 72 out of 373 NJ schools with an overall Niche rating of A-!
Click here to read the full article and report card from the Basking Ridge Patch.
Join us at the Olde Succasunny Day Street Fair
 Join us for the 28th annual Olde Suckasunny Day street fair on Saturday, September 9th. This annual celebration is sponsored by the First Presbyterian Church of Succasunna, the Succasunna United Methodist Church, and the Roxbury Public Library.
Applications are still being accepted for vendors, crafters and non-profit groups. This event attracts upwards to 100 vendors and groups each year.
Olde Succasunny Day begins at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m.
If you're interested in having a table at the event, please visit
www.roxburylibrary.org.
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Still Time to Register for Roxbury Soccer Fun Day
 Early registration for the second annual Roxbury Soccer Fun Day ends Aug. 15, but the Roxbury High School Boys Soccer Association said those who miss the deadline can register at the event.
This year's Soccer Fun Day, a fundraiser for the high school teams, will take place Aug. 19 at the Roxbury High School soccer fields. The rain date is Aug. 20.
The 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. event will feature soccer activities based on age groups, starting with 8 and under. There will be a 9-to-11 group, a 12-to 14 group and a "coaches category" for adults, said the association.
Click here to read more about this event from Tap Into Roxbury.
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RHS Athletic Events Calendar
Click here
for the most up-to-date calendar of Roxbury High School sporting events.
RHS Performing Arts Calendar
Click here for the major events in performing arts here in Roxbury!
Roxbury Collects
Box Tops for Education
Roxbury Township Public Schools are continuously collecting "Box Tops for Education" at our K-8 schools.
This is an easy, practically effortless way to raise funds for our schools by purchasing items you buy all the time.
Clipped box tops can be sent to any of our K-8 schools district-wide. School addresses can be found on our website at www.roxbury.org.
Check out the Virtual Backpack!
Here we will feature events of organizations, clubs, and teams throughout our communities that serve to enrich the lives of our students! This page is updated as flyers are received. Check the backpack!
Check Your Honeywell Settings!
 Don't wait until severe weather hits to check your settings! You may want to change your time settings from Midnight to Midnight and have more than one way of being contacted...i.e., phone call/text message and/or email! This way if the phone lines are down/circuits are busy, etc., you are covered! Log into your Honeywell account
here.
Click here for parent instructions on creating an account.
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Roxbury Alumni News
Roxbury Alumni Association -- Get Involved!
The Roxbury Alumni Association was established in the early 1900s and formally incorporated in 1968. Every year the Alumni Association provides a scholarship to a graduating senior. The association also purchases a Echo yearbook and donates it to the Roxbury Township Library for its archive.
Membership is only $10 and with your gift, you directly support the ability for the Alumni Association to continue giving a RHS grad a scholarship. You are also supporting the association as it develops new programs and events for you to enjoy.
Looking to get involved? The Roxbury Alumni Association is looking to expand its current board of directors. They are looking for energetic alumni interested in getting involved with the Association and to add new members to its board. Interested individuals should reach out to Mr. Charlie Alpaugh the president of the association at 973-584-8805.
RHS Alumni Reunion Calendar
Are you planning a class reunion or get together or do you have a reunion coming up and want to see if anything is planned? Then click here to check out the Roxbury High School Reunion Calendar!
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Roxbury Employment Opportunities
Roxbury Schools
To view all available employment opportunities for Roxbury Township Public Schools and to apply online,
visit
www.roxbury.org/employment
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Roxbury Township
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Upcoming Board of Education Meetings
Mondays:
08/28/2017 - Regular (Meeting at Roxbury HS, 1 Bryant Drive, Succasunna, NJ)
09/18/2017 - Regular Meeting
10/16/2017 - Regular Meeting
11/20/2017 - Regular Meeting
12/18/2017 - Regular Meeting
01/02/2018 - Reorganization Meeting
Location:
Lincoln/Roosevelt Auditorium, 34 N. Hillside Ave., Succasunna, NJ (unless indicated otherwise)
Time:
7:30 p.m. (unless indicated otherwise)
View the Meeting Dates, Agendas, and Minutes
here!
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ROXBURY COMMUNITY SCHOOL UPCOMING PROGRAMS/EVENTS
Register Now!
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Registrations are still being accepted for the Roxbury Community School Preschool for the 2017/2018 school year!
For more information about our high-quality program and to register for the Roxbury Community School Preschool, please visit
www.roxbury.org/preschool.
The Roxbury Community School Preschool is a tuition-based program open to children ages 3-5 as of October 1st and runs congruently with the district calendar and is open to non-Roxbury residents as well!
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 Radio City Christmas Spectacular
Bus Trip to NYC
Every year the Community School takes a bus into New York City to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. There is no better way to ring in the holiday spirit than a visit to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular while leaving the driving into Manhattan to someone else.
Enjoy prime seating and have a chance to take a picture with Santa!
Trip Date:
Sunday, November 19, 2017
Departure from Roxbury High School Parking Lot:
12:30 p.m.
Return to Roxbury High School Parking Lot: approximately 8:00 p.m.
Show Time: 5:00 p.m.
Cost:
$90/per person (Includes Show Ticket and Bus Transportation. Bus has bathroom on board and luxury seating)
Discount Opportunities: (documentation may be requested)
- Roxbury School District Employee - Ticket Price is $85.00 per person (5% off per ticket)
- Senior Citizen Discount (65 +) - Ticket Price is $85.00 per person (5% off per ticket)
Click here to reserve your tickets now!
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 Roxbury Community School - Kids Corner!
The Roxbury Community School offers courses and workshops year-round for children of all ages. Click on link below to view that programs information and to register! New programs are added throughout the year, so be sure to check them all out here!
Hip Hop Dance After School
Fall Kiddie Soccer
 Register for the season 8-week fall Kiddie Soccer for ages 3 ½ to 6 years old. The program teaches a series of fun, thematic games designed to teach the children the very basics of soccer. Fall sessions meet on Sundays starting September 17th at Lincoln/Roosevelt Field. Tuition starts at $135 per child.
Register now for Mad Science Fall Classes
 Mad Science will be offering educational after-school programs this fall at the different elementary schools in the district. Grades K-4 this fall will experience Crazy Chemworks, this action packed program is bubbling over with classic experiments and crazy concoctions! Grades 5-6 this will put their engineering skills to the test with Brixology. We'll set the foundation for these generation engineers. Kids will team up to construct different projects using LEGO bricks while learning about aerospace engineering by assembling a space station! Cost is $95 per student. Check out your school's program dates and register at
www.roxbury.org/MadScience.
NJEA Convention Camp with Mad Science
 Looking for something for your kids to do that's fun and educational during the NJEA Break on November 9th and 10th? Then look no further and register them for Mad Science's Invention-ation camp where children in grades K-6 will overcome a series of challenges using basic materials, simple machines, tips from famous inventors, and the most important of all their minds! With a little bit of ingenuity, campers will create catapults and forts, construct working light sticks to bring home, a set of circuits with batteries and light bulbs! Multiple fun and educational take-home experiments each day! Cost is $95 per student. Register now at
www.roxbury.org/MadScience!
Recreational Dance for K-4
 Join the Accents on Dance Studio in this after-school program for boys and girls in grades K-4. This program is a win/win opportunity for both parents and children. We are creating a dance class that will expose dancers to Jazz, Musical Theatre, Creative Movement, and Lyrical forms of dance. Parents will be invited to the last class to see a student performance! Cost is $75 per student for the fall session 1. Register now at
www.roxbury.org/RecDance.
Young Rembrandts this fall at the Community School
 Register your K-4 child now for Young Rembrandts' 6-week fall program that teaches the basics of drawing in a fun confidence-boosting way. Classes are starting soon at each of the K-4 schools, so sign up now to save your child's spot! Tuition is $92 per student and includes the cost of materials, instruction and fun! Visit
www.roxbury.org/YoungRembrandts
to see your school's program dates and to register!
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Roxbury Community School Ski Club 2017/2018
The purpose of the Roxbury Community School's Ski and Snowboard Club is to provide students the opportunity to ski and/or snowboard at local mountain resorts. Students will be provided with transportation to and from the mountains. Students will be required to attend meetings, return all necessary forms, and pay a fee for transportation/chape
rone
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Ski packages will be purchased directly from the mountain. Students in grades 5-12 are welcome to join.
Family Ski at Shawnee is also available.
Participating Schools:
Shawnee Mountain:
- Lincoln-Roosevelt School
- Eisenhower Middle School
- Family Ski Program
Camelback Mountain:
- Roxbury High School
Register now for the 2016/2017 Ski Club Program at www.roxbury.org/ski!
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College Prep with the Roxbury Community School
The Roxbury Community School is dedicated to helping students prepare for college through a few different avenues.
The Roxbury Community School has also partnered with Kaplan SAT/ACT Prep and Lentz & Lentz SAT/ACT Prep to empower students to excel on standardized tests like the SAT's and ACT's.
Click here to see what upcoming college prep programs are offered!
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Roxbury Community School - Adult Programs
Aerobics with Annette Buzzelli
 Register now for fall, winter, and/or spring Aerobic Dancing with Annette Buzzelli, a certified Sorenson Instructor at the Kennedy School gymnasium from 7-8 p.m. Fall classes begin Tuesday, September 12th and meet each Tuesday/Thursday for 22 classes. Cost is $99 per person. Join this exhilarating fitness program for a complete body workout that is effective and fun!
Register online at
www.roxbury.org/Aerobics
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Getting Paid to Talk: Making Money with Your Voice Workshop
Ever been told you have a great voice? From audio books and cartoons to documentaries, commercials, and more, this class will introduce you to the growing field of voice over. Learn what the pros look for, how to prepare, and where to find work in your area! You'll even have an opportunity to record a short professional script under the direction of a teacher. The next workshop is Tuesday, December 5th at Roxbury High School. Tuition is $15 per person.
Register now here!
ed2go Online Learning
 Roxbury Community School is proud to partner with ed2go, the industry leader in online learning for adults. With over 300 great online classes to choose from, ed2go offers something for everyone with highest-quality online continuing education courses that are affordable and easy to use. With hundreds of great online courses, from Creating Web Pages to Accounting Fundamentals, Speed Spanish to Grant Writing, and everything in between, it is easy to see why millions of lifelong learners take ed2go online courses.
Click here to view subject categories and to register for popular courses!
Yoga for Beginners
 Join this beginner class that introduces you to the fundamental principles of alignment and breath work in a flow of postures linked together by the breath. Participants will be introduced to yoga postures through step-by-step verbal description and demonstration. If you have never tried yoga, this is the class for you! It is designed to meet the needs of those new to yoga as well as those seeking continued understanding of basic yoga poses. This course is ideal for teens and adults. Yoga for Beginners is a 10-week class that meets Tuesdays beginning September 12th from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Franklin School. Cost is $100 per person registration is required. Register now at
www.roxbury.org/yoga!
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AROUND TOWN
Information from Roxbury Township and Local Organizations
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Keep up-to-date with everything going on in Roxbury Township.
Click here
for township information.
Click here for the latest edition of the Township's Monthly What's Happening E-Newsletter filled with upcoming district, township, and recreation events for all ages!
Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for our
Emergency Alert Program
. This system enables YOUR TOWN to provide you with critical information quickly in a variety of situations, such as severe weather, unexpected road closures, missing persons, and evacuations of buildings or neighborhoods. Sign up now here!
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Residents Can 'Adopt A Road' in Roxbury
The NJ Clean Communities program is a comprehensive litter abatement program serving NJ residents and visitors for over 25 years.
Roxbury's Adopt-a-Road and Adopt-a-Spot programs are looking for individuals, school groups, churches, or businesses willing to donate some time to continue to keep the township trash and litter free.
Click here for more information about Clean Communities. Questions about the program or volunteering in Roxbury, please contact Kellie Ann at 973-448-2053 or
keyesk@roxburynj.us.
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Roxbury's Self-Serve Portal 24/7
Roxbury continues to deliver innovative customer service with their new self-serve online portal called 24/7 Rox. Now you can keep up-to-date with all the exciting news in Roxbury Township. On any day at any time, you can query property information, search and track your permit, schedule a building inspection, receive status updates, file a service request, or research any property in town. You are no longer limited to access town hall during regular business hours. Roxbury Township is open 24/7! 24/7 Rox is accessed from
here and the mobile app, Connected Roxbury NJ.
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 In anticipation of back to school needs, Roxbury Social Services is asking for donations of the following: backpacks, 3 and 5 subject notebooks, composition notebooks, pocket folders, pens, pencils, erasers, highlighters, washable markers, colored pencils, dry erase markers, scissors, and zipper pencil cases for 3-ring binders.
County Urges Residents: Keep Plastic Bags Out Of Curbside Recycling Containers
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Click the above image to view a video on Plastic Bag Recycling.
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The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) is urging county residents to keep all types of plastic bags out of the recycling content they put at the curb for recycling collection, stressing that plastic bags are a major hindrance to recycling operations.
Plastic bags are one of the worst contaminants in the recycling process, on a list of unwanted materials that also include scrap metal, wires, hazardous waste, chemicals, diapers, syringes, needles, propane tanks and hangers.
None of these items should be included with curbside recyclables since they can hurt employees and disable machinery.
For more information about single-stream recycling, visit the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority's website at
www.MCMUA.com
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Click here to read more about plastic bags and how they should be recycled from Tap Into Roxbury.
Roxbury Makes Ledgewood Mall Renovators Stretch Route 10 Turning Lane
Taking a better-safe-than-sorry approach, township officials this week pushed the developers renovating Ledgewood Mall to build a left-turn lane into the project significantly longer than what engineers initially deemed sufficient. The lane will allow westbound motorists to turn onto Marie Louise Avenue and into the new shopping center, expected to open in 2019. In pushing to have the lane extended to about 550 feet long, Roxbury officials said they want to be sure holiday traffic headed for the shopping center doesn't end up blocking the state highway's left lane. Click here to read more about this road project from Tap Into Roxbury.
Roxbury Ready to Repair Shippenport's Rough Ramps
The Roxbury Mayor and Council, on Tuesday, introduced an ordinance that would appropriate $105,000 for the so-called "Shippenport Road Ramps Preservation Project." That money, to come from a state grant, will be combined with about $40,000 in township funds for the pavement repair, officials said.
Click here to read more about those road improvements from Tap Into Roxbury.
Improvements coming at Horseshoe Lake
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Things are about to get even better at the township's main recreational facility, the Horseshoe Lake complex in Succasunna.
Recreation Director Keith Knudsen presented an overview of what is being done, what has been done and what is planned when he spoke at the Roxbury Rotary Club meeting Thursday afternoon at LaStrada Restaurant on Route 10.
Click here to read about the upcoming improvements from the Roxbury Register!
Lilies are blooming for August opening of the Museums at Drakesville
 An old-fashioned flower often found in historic gardens, the surprise lily, will be blooming for the Sunday, Aug. 13 opening of the King House and King Store Museums at Drakesville Historic Park, located at 209-211 Main Street, Ledgewood.
The museums will be open from 1 to 4 p.m. and tours will be available for visitors. The Museums at Drakesville Historic Park are open on the second Sunday of the month from April through December, and for various special events throughout the year. Admission to both museums is free, and visitors of all ages will find exhibits and artifacts of interest from the museums' extensive collections. Click here to read more about these museums from the Roxbury Register.
Two Clinical Trials Chosen to Get Roxbury Charity Basketball Tourney Money
 Two clinical trials at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center will be receiving money raised April 29 at the
Layups 4 Life charity basketball tournament
that took place in Roxbury, said the organizer.
The trials will share $23,641 said Dan Exter, a former Roxbury resident who survived cancer and began the yearly 3-on-3 basketball tournament as a way to give back to Memorial Sloan Kettering.
Click here to read more about these clinical trials from Tap Into Roxbury.
Opening Date for New Mall in Roxbury Pushed Back to 2019
 The transformation of the Ledgewood Mall into The Shops at Ledgewood Commons will not be done until 2019, according to the site's developers. The 2019 date was included in a statement issued Monday by developers Advance Realty and DeBartolo Development. They said they plan to begin demolishing portions of the current mall, and building the new one, late this summer.
Click here to read more about this transformation from Tap Into Roxbury.
A Century of Volunteerism; Roxbury Firefighters Ready for Big Parade
More than 100 firetrucks ambulances and other emergency vehicles will roll down Main Street in Succasunna on Saturday, Aug. 12 beginning at 1 p.m. as the Roxbury Fire Department celebrates 100 years of service.
Click here
to read more of what's planned for this event from Tap Into Roxbury.
Roxbury's Day of Service to Honor 9/11 Heroes
 Since 2010, residents of Roxbury Township have come together to honor the heroes of September 11, 2001 by giving back to their community. This annual community-wide event is a partnership between the Township of Roxbury, the Roxbury Clergy Council, and local businesses and organizations who participate in and sponsor the event.
Click here to view this year's registration form and brochure!
Lake Hopatcong Foundation encourages local shopping this month
 For the fifth year in a row, the
Lake Hopatcong Foundation
, a 501©3 charitable organization, is supporting area businesses with their "Shop Local Lake Hopatcong" campaign. Take up the challenge and make July your month to try new or familiar businesses in your lake town, as well as the other towns around the lake. Click here to read more from the Roxbury Register.
Lake Hopatcong Foundation's Lake Loop 2017
 Come enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Hopatcong on a 20, 40 or 62 mile scenic bike ride, and/or 1.5 mile or 5K adventure trail run/walk and/or a beautiful paddle on the lake itself on Sunday, September 24th. Lake Loopers and their furry friends can also participate in dog walk option. Participate in one, two or three events to discover and celebrate some of the many ways to enjoy Lake Hopatcong. This event will NOT be timed. Starting times have been staggered to allow participants to participate in multiple events. Have fun, challenge yourself, and help raise money to support projects for this spectacular lake. Upon registering for the event you will be directed to your own personal Crowdrise fundraising page. Visit https://lakehopatcongfoundation.org/events/lake-loop/ for information and registration. Click here to read more about this upcoming event from the Roxbury Register.
Roxbury Arts Alliance: A Star Next Door Vocal Competition
 The Roxbury Arts Alliance is celebrating its 20th anniversary this fall! We want to celebrate by hosting a vocal talent competition. We hope that you will join us by competing; voting on-line for your favorite semi-finalist; or attending the Final Event at which the final 12 contestants will perform live on October 7th at the Investors Bank Theater. Judges for the Final Event are music industry professionals.
2017 Home For The Holidays Festival
 Save the date for this year's festival on Main Street in Succasunna. Music, vendors, Santa, food trucks and carriage rides with jingle belled horses!
Vendors applications now being accepted - register now for early bird discounts.
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Roxbury Recreation Upcoming Programs & Events!
Visit Roxbury Recreation for upcoming sports and activities
here
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Fall Programs through Roxbury Rec
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Click here
for a list of fall programs!
Multi Sports Summer Camp (begins Aug 28) - Click here for more information!
Litter Clean Up Day (Oct. 14) -
Click here to sign up now!
Paddle Days at Horseshoe Lake (Tues-Sun) -
Click here for more information!
Girls Fall Volleyball for Gr 5-8 (begins mid-Sept) - Click here
for more information!
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Roxbury Public Library Upcoming Programs & Events!
Click here to view the Roxbury Library's upcoming Calendar of Events for adults and children.
Computer Classes -
Registration required. Classes for Roxbury cardholders only.
E-Resources - Learn how to download electronic books and magazines with an individualized ½ hour appointment. Appointments available Tuesdays and Fridays.
Weekly Events
Mondays, 2pm - Movie Matinees for all ages
Tuesdays, 10:30am - Books for Babies for ages Infant - 2
Tuesday, 2pm - Summer Crafts for ages 3 and up (REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
Thursdays, 11am - Lego Club for all ages
Fridays, 10:30am - Toddler Story Time for ages 3 ½ and under
Fridays, 11:15am - Preschool Story Time for ages 3 ½ and up
Donate books for sale at the library this month
Donations are being sought for the Friends' Fall Book Sale at the Roxbury Public Library.
Donations of hardcover, paperback, and textbooks in good condition, DVDs, CDs, books-on-tape will be accepted at the library from August 22 through the 30. Magazines, Reader's Digest condensed books, encyclopedias and VHS tapes will not be accepted. Tax receipts are available.
The Friends' of the Roxbury Public Library will hold their annual book sale from Thursday, Sept. 7 through Sunday, Sept. 10. The sale will be open all day during "Olde Suckasunny Day" celebrations on Saturday, Sept. 9.
Click here to read more from the Roxbury Register!
Roxbury library makes plans to move gazebo
 Things were abuzz on the front lawn of the public library on Main Street in Succasunna Thursday morning.
Township Public Works Director Rick Blood was measuring the library sign, taking the preliminary steps to move the sign to the other side of the parking lot. Once that's done, a crane will lift the
gazebo
, rotate it, and set it down on a new foundation directly in front of Main Street, facing the roadway.
Click here
to read more about this move and whats planned for it from the Roxbury Register.
Call the library at 973-584-2400 Ext. 501 or e-mail comments@roxburylibrary.org for general info and information on registrations or appointments as necessary for some programs.
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SURVEYS AND REVIEWS
Give the district feedback and share your thoughts.
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Review Your School on GreatSchools.org!
Will you share your experience? Tell your Roxbury School story on GreatSchools.org, which many parents use to research school districts as they scout for houses.
As we continue to prepare the children of today for tomorrow, we need your help to tell future Roxbury parents about the great things happening in our district!
Please take a moment to find your school and your Roxbury story today
here!
Your feedback matters! Give us your thoughts on Roxbury.org.
Roxbury Public Schools is committed to listening to the views and experiences of parents on our website. We want to hear from you! Your feedback is important because it helps our web team understand where they need to make improvements and what you do like about our website.
Click here to complete the survey today!
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The Roxbury Township Public Schools, a K-12 School District preparing the children of today for tomorrow.
42 N. Hillside Avenue, Succasunna, NJ 07876
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