NEWS & EVENTS
Week of April 17,  2020
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.
ROXBURY SCHOOLS IN THE NEWS

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.orgPlease remember to include first and last names of individuals pictured!

Share your Home Instruction Stories
We know our students, staff, and families are hard at work during their Flexible Instruction Days. 

We'd love to see pictures and videos of your home instruction both from our students and educators and hear your stories! 

Send them to us at  goodnews@roxbury.org

Put in the Subject Line:  #RoxburyFID  and you might just see them on our website, on our Social Media pages, or in the news!

Superintendent Communications on COVID-19 - Apr 17
Dear Roxbury Community, 

We have successfully concluded our fifth week of Flexible Instruction Days (FID). With the Governor's announcement that New Jersey schools will remain closed until at least May 15th, the information in this correspondence will provide further guidance in our school district. All choral and band concerts are cancelled for the remainder of the school year. All field trips have also been cancelled and reimbursements are in process. Plans for end-of-the-year activities and celebrations are underway with more information to follow. 

Again, I would like to thank all of the parents and students who are working with our amazing educators and administrators to forward their learning. I truly appreciate the parents who partook in last week's parent survey. We've compiled the data and read your comments. This information is being used to inform our decision-making, and we truly appreciate your input. 

We have been in discussions about how to make the final marking period an accurate representation of student learning and growth. Letter grades will continue to be used at the secondary level and standards-based grading will continue to be employed at the primary level. Our goal is to forward learning while minimizing stress. Providing longer weekends to relax and enjoy is one way to support our students and their families. In order to maximize learning experiences and minimize undue stress, we will not be administering final exams at the secondary level. We hope that the elimination of finals will provide relief and some extra time to relax, enjoy, and catch up. 

In the parent survey, we also noted that while the majority of parents are aware of the resources available to their families, the resources have not been completely reviewed. We encourage you to look over our resource pages that provide everything from fun activities to student and family counseling. During these uncertain times, it's one thing to know that there are supports in place, and another to take steps to take advantage of them. If you or your children need emotional support, a shoulder to lean on, or a safe place to vent, please reach out to our school counselors who can guide you in finding the help you need. We are in this together. I attended a webinar that may be of interest to you: Tools for Families: Partners in Supporting our Children

We look forward to a time when our schools will reopen, but in the meantime, we will continue focusing on the values of compassion and resilience. I have been amazed by the learning, innovation, emotional support, and creativity of our staff, students, and families. You are a special place, Roxbury. You are Roxbury Strong! Let's continue to "prepare our children of today for tomorrow."

Sincerely, 

Loretta L. Radulic Superintendent of Schools

Click here to stay up-to-date on the latest correspondence from Superintendent Radulic.

Revised School Calendar for the Remainder of the School Year
Below is the revised school calendar for the remainder of the 2019/2020 school year that was board approved on April 6th. 

Graduation Signs for the Class of 2020
High School seniors received an email from Mrs. McCracken on Thursday regarding graduation signs. " We have secured a vendor to print your senior class graduation signs. All signs will be ordered directly through the company using their website and a credit card. All deliveries will come directly to your house."

Please reach out to me (jmccracken@roxbury.org) or Mrs. McLoughlin (lmcloughlin@roxbury.org) if you have any questions.  Orders will be taken through May 15th.  Click here to view this flyer in our Virtual Backpack under the flyer section.

COVID-19 Inspired Project #WeStickTogetherRoxbury
 
Two second-graders and their families from Kennedy Elementary School are inspiring their community to stick together through art. Cassidy Zeis from Erin Allen's second-grade class and her friend Olivia Van Handle from Kathy Byrne's class partnered up to show how a community can come together through art while still being apart during social distancing. 

Alli Zeis, Cassidy's mom shared, "They created a  video to get a few friends to do art and created a project which is now hanging on the fence at their school. We created a  second video so we can get the rest of our community to participate and other communities to come together through art as well." 

Cassidy and Olivia explained, "We wanted to prove that our community can still stick together while being apart through social distancing, so we created a virtual art project. We asked a group of our good friends to paint sticks from their yards and to leave them by their mailboxes. Our moms picked them up 24 hours later and we created our community's first work of art. Now we are challenging you to pair up with a friend or another family and get others in your neighborhood to help create and display our next community art piece. Take a video of your art piece and challenge the next group to keep our community and others connected through art." 

Adding, "Here are some tips, be very clear in what you want. Keep it simple and use art items that are convenient and environmentally friendly. Be sure to follow social distancing rules. Make sure you wash your hands and cover your coughs and sneezes and request that your friends do the same especially when doing their art. Get permission before displaying your artwork if you mount it in a public area. Take pics #WeStickTogether and #WeStickTogetherRoxbury and most importantly, have fun! Let's stick together Roxbury!" Click here to read this coverage on our website under "In the News".

Roxbury Students Use 3D Equipment to Make PPE
Roxbury students have taken up the challenge to help during this COVID-19 health-related crisis. Students and staff have been working hard creating personal protective equipment (PPE) of face shield frames and face mask straps to help the front-line workers. 

Eisenhower Middle School STEM Teacher, Phil Moskowitz shared an update on the 3D masks. "We have been printing for just under a week and we have produced a total of 70 face shield frames and 210 face mask straps. Overall, the group I am partnered with has produced over 1,900 face masks!"  A large majority of those have been donated to University Hospital in Newark as well as other hospitals in the area. 

Moskowitz shared that some of the mask straps were donated to Morristown NICU, where his son Chase was for three of the six months he was hospitalized at after his birth. "It was nice to give back!"  The mask straps take the elastic from behind the ears and hold them on the back of the head instead to make the long shifts a little more comfortable for the nurses. 

"Early in the process, I had reached out to a few students who I knew had 3D printers at home and who have risen to the occasion, no questions asked; really showing the Roxbury way. Sophomore Brody Haughey, 2016 RHS graduate Matt Pergolizzi, and eighth-graders Rithik Mehta and Justin Masi all immediately said that they wanted to help. RHS Roxbotix advisor, Mark Taylor has also been a part of this process having items printed using Roxbotix equipment," explained Moskowitz.
 
Adding, "I was lucky to have some family members and friends who wanted to donate to our cause and was able to get rolls of plastic from these guys to help me. If more people/families in the Roxbury community would like to join us, the information can be found at  www.stemrox.org/ppe." Click here to read more on our website under "In the News".

Jefferson School honors Essential Workers on Thankful Thursday
Jefferson Elementary School celebrated all essential workers in the community that still were going out to work on its latest Thankful Thursday.  "We thank healthcare workers, EMTs, Police Departments, Fire Departments, Grocery Store workers, bankers, maintenance workers, transit workers, delivery persons, mail carriers, and many more!" shared Jefferson Principal Melissa Cosgrove. 

On Thursday's morning announcements, Principal Cosgrove's husband was introduced to the students as an NJ Transit Electrician. He shared, "We need to make sure the trains are safe so all the essential employees can get to work, especially our healthcare workers!" 

Third-graders Gigi Stoia and Nate Fiore made special appearances on the morning announcements to thank some essential workers in their families. Gigi thanked her dad and all the other maintenance workers that are still going into Roxbury Schools to keep our buildings safe and working well. Nate thanked his Uncle Mike who is an EMT in NYC. Although he's working hard, he still has time to Facetime with Nate and stay connected. 

Christina Gonzalez, school counselor at Jefferson, thanked her sister who is the Unit Clerk at the ER of St. Clare's Hospital. Her son Ben also thanked his grandma who is a retired nurse and is now spending her time making masks for the hospital. 

In a note shared with Mrs. Cosgrove, second-grader Leo Morley said, "My mom Nicole is an ICU nurse at Morristown Hospital. I wish her good luck every day that she goes into work. She is helping all the sick people and I am so proud of her. I love her so much." 

Other shout outs came in the form of pictures honoring essential workers.  Roxbury Schools thanks all of our essential workers for everything they are doing to keep us safe and healthy! Click here to read more and see the shout outs on our website under "In the News".

Kennedy Fourth Graders Thank Front-Liners at CCM Testing Site
Fourth graders in Alexis Ackerman and Sarah Goodman's classes at Kennedy Elementary School in Roxbury Township recognized and thanked the frontline workers at the COVID-19 Drive-Up Testing site at County College of Morris.  Students made colorful thank you cards and signs with inspirational messages to boost the spirits of those essential workers.  Ackerman shared pictures from her father who showed the cards mounted and hanging at the testing site. 

Great job Kennedy Cougars for helping to recognize all of our health care workers! Click here to read this story on our website under "In the News".  

Roxbury Review Continues Online
Check out the latest from the Roxbury Review on their official website at  www.roxburyreview.com .
Mindfulness, Stress Relief, and Family Activities 
We know how stressful times are right now. The district has a compiled a website of videos and resources for you and your family. We've also teamed up with Roxbury's Mindfulness Instructor, Amy Rubin to provide some well needed mindfulness, stress relief, and family activities.  Click here to check out Amy's new video's along with other helpful links and applications.


Three from Roxbury Named State Youth Arts Month Winners
During March, prior to the COVID-19 school closures, the Art Educators of New Jersey celebrated the state's most talented students in the national observance of Youth Art Month.  Youth Art Month is proclaimed to emphasize the value of art education for all children and encourage support for quality school art programs. Three students from Roxbury High School were selected for the 2020 New Jersey State Youth Arts Month Exhibit in Trenton. 

Those students included Freshman Angelina Stigliano for her Charcoal and Colored Pencil artwork from Scott Schilling's class, Sophomore Helena Geraci for her Black and White Photography from Renee Zengel's class, and Junior Alexa Hernandez for her Pen and Ink work from Nancy Valenta's class. Click here to read more on our website under "In the News".

Flexible Instruction Days - Tech Help
If you're having Internet Trouble or Technological difficulties during these Flexible Instruction Days, don't forget the Technology Department is here to help!  Contact Roxbury Public Schools' Tech Dept at 973-584-8121 or  click here  to complete our Help Desk Request Form.

We are also working on providing appointments for technology training for parents and students. Look for more information to follow in the coming days. 

Get Your Roxbury Library Card Now!
Roxbury Public Library is having children and adults sign up for library cards. This is wonderful as there are e-books and audio books available at their finger tips. What a great way to escape your quarantine by escaping into a good book!

Nearly 1,000,000 free titles for your mobile device to alleviate the boredom (and you know, maybe learn a thing or two). eBooks, Audiobooks, Comics, Magazines, Movies, TV, Music! If you're a Roxbury resident, get a card NOW at  roxburylibrary.org/apply 

#ShapeYourFuture and #BeCounted - US Census 2020
Stuck at home because of the Stay at Home Order? Thank you if you are! Have an open schedule without the kids sports and activities? Just bored of it all? Here's a small task for everyone to eat up a few minutes of your day! Complete your 2020 Census!  It's happening now! Correct data can help in future situations like the one we are in! 

U.S. Census Day was April 1st but you can still respond  online, by phone, or by mail for the next few months.  Not sure who counts? Before completing the 2020 Census, you need to know where to count yourself and who to count with you in your home. Click here for some FAQ's from the Census Bureau to help!

This is our one chance until 2030 to ensure that every New Jersey child gets the resources they need for a quality education. Additional Information is available at census.nj.gov.

Discounted Hershey Park Tickets for Summer 2020 - Extended to Apr 24
The Roxbury High School Band Parents Association is once again selling its annual discounted Hersey Park and Dorney Park Wildwater Kingdom tickets. Tickets are available for purchase has been extended now through April 24th.  Click here to view the Hersey Park ticket form.

Kindergarten Registration for Next Year - Franklin/Jefferson Postponed
Roxbury Township Public Schools offers a full-day kindergarten program designed to develop knowledge and skills in the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive areas. Our goal is to help children develop skills and strategies that will help them learn and establish a foundation for lifelong success in education. The program allows more time for students to address curriculum in depth and allows teachers to provide additional activities in learning.

Franklin and Jefferson's Kindergarten Registration dates have been postponed due to the school closures. Revised dates will be posted once determined.  To access more details, visit   www.roxbury.org/KindergartenRegistration .
Roxbury Track and Field Senior Spotlights
Coach Bischoff is highlighting the Track & Field Seniors in his Senior Spotlights on Twitter. Follow Coach Bischoff on Twitter  @Bischoff_RHS









Gaels Going Green - Did you know...
Since 2016, the Roxbury Township Public Schools has been striving to become more sustainable and green in its policies and practices. The Board of Education and administration made the decision to pursue district sustainability and green initiatives by creating and approving a half of dozen different policies outlining its position and efforts.  To that end, all seven schools in Roxbury Township attained Silver certification through Sustainable Jersey for Schools in August 2018. In this section, you will find various green initiatives, events, and tips to live a healthier, greener life.

Click here for more information regarding our sustainability initiative.

Help Celebrate Earth Day on April 22nd with these helpful tips!
As Roxbury Schools work to become more sustainable and earn  Sustainable Jersey for Schools  certification, we want to share a few simple and easy tips that you can share with your kids to help you go green, protect the earth, save money and make every day Earth Day. You can make a difference!  #BeTheChange

Amid the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic, Earth Day Network, the global organizer of Earth Day, will mark the 50th anniversary of Earth Day with the first Digital Earth Day, a global digital mobilization on April 22 to address the most urgent threats to people and the planet.  Whether online or in person, the goal of Earth Day remains unchanged: to unite hundreds of millions of people around the world to pressure world leaders to act on environmental degradation and climate change. Click here to find a digital earth day event near you!

Here's a few tips you can do today to help #BeTheChange
  1. Stop using disposable plastics, especially single-use plastics like bottles, bags and straws.
  2. Recycle paper, plastic and glass. 
  3. Donate your old clothes and home goods instead of throwing them out.
  4. Take a shorter shower and use a water-saving shower head.
  5. Turn off lights when you leave a room.
Click here to read more tips from  EarthDay.org

No official spring clean up, but Roxbury residents can still spruce up their neighborhoods
The township may not be hosting its annual  Spring Cleanup this spring, but there's still one way residents can spruce up their neighborhoods.

"As long as you remain physically distant from others (no groups), you may wish to take some time during the week of Earth Day (Wednesday, April 22) and pick up some litter in your neighborhood," said the township's web site posting.

They would be happy to supply you with bags, vests, and gloves. They would pick up the material once you've completed a clean up.  For more information, contact Kellie Ann Keyes at keyesk@roxburynj.us or call 973-448-2053. Stay safe, stay healthy! Click here to read this coverage from the Roxbury Register.

Roxbury Clean Communities Paper Shredding Day - Cancelled for May 2
Roxbury's Community Shredding Event scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd has been cancelled due to the current COVID-19 health crisis. 

The next paper shredding event it scheduled for Saturday, September 26th, 2020.  For more information, contact Kellie Ann Keyes at    kkeyes@roxburynj.us    or by calling 973-448-2053. 

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.  Announcements, upcoming events, documents and forms that were previously sent home via backpacks will now be included in the Virtual Backpack. (On occasion, some paper forms, and flyers and other important information, will come home with your student or be sent to you directly via email.)  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.
Roxbury Alumni In the News

Roxbury Man's Veteran Fitness Gym Offers Free Online Training For Everybody
As have other gyms in the state,  Warrior Strong, a non-profit organization that provides free fitness centers for veterans , is being hammered by the COVID-19 crisis.  Forced to close its doors, Warrior Strong - like other gyms - is offering online fitness classes. However, the organization - founded by Roxbury resident Tom Tice - is going a step further: It's making the classes free for everybody, not just veterans.  "We want more than just veterans," said Tice, 27. "We want the entire community."

Warrior Strong has been forced to shutter its facilities in Morris Plains and Scranton, Pa., said the Roxbury High School graduate. The organization, which survives off donations, is suffering financially, he said.  Nevertheless, Tice said he wants to help. He said the stress of dealing with the coronavirus outbreak can take a toll, something that can be somewhat alleviated by exercise.

"Some people have a hard time staying motivated," he said. "As an organization, while we're focused on veterans and first-responders, we truly believe everybody should take advantage of our online fitness programs."  Tice urged people to at least give it a try. Access to the online yoga and exercise classes is available by clicking  here "Just go online and start watching classes," he said. "I know it's a hard time for everyone. We are just trying to bring a little light to people's days." Click here to read this coverage from TAPinto Roxbury.

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!


Find Us on Facebook too at "Roxbury High School Alumni Association"

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 .

Roxbury Township
To view all available employment opportunities for Roxbury Township, visit  http://roxburynj.us/301/Township-Employment-Information.

Upcoming Board of Education Meetings

Mondays:
04/27/2020 - Regular Meeting
05/18/2020 - Regular Meeting (Roxbury High School - Auditorium)
06/08/2020 - Workshop Meeting (Roxbury High School - Auditorium)
06/22/2020 - Regular Meeting (Roxbury High School - Auditorium)
07/20/2020 - Regular Meeting (Roxbury High School - Media Center)
07/22/2020 - (Wednesday @ 6:00 p.m.) Retreat (Office of Public Works)
08/31/2020 - Regular Meeting (Roxbury High School - Media Center)
09/21/2020 - Regular Meeting
10/12/2020 - Regular Meeting
11/23/2020 - Regular Meeting
12/14/2020 - Regular Meeting
01/04/2021 - 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!

ROXBURY COMMUNITY SCHOOL UPCOMING PROGRAMS/EVENTS
Register Now!

Registrations are now being accepted for the Roxbury Community School Preschool for the 2020/2021 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!

Want to check us out! Email  comschool@roxbury.org to set up a tour!
Registrations are now being accepted for the Roxbury Community School B.A.S.E.S. for the 2020/2021 school year!

The Roxbury Community School Before and After School Enrichment Services (RCS B.A.S.E.S.) is a tuition-based program of Roxbury Township Public Schools operated by the Roxbury Community School. RCS B.A.S.E.S. provides high-quality care for children in Grades Kindergarten through Sixth. All programs offer an enriching, nurturing care for children during out-of-school hours between 6:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Choose the program and schedule that is right for you. For more information and to register for RCS B.A.S.E.S., please visit www.roxbury.org/BASES.
Roxbury Community School - College Prep
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 Catalyst Prep, 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.

Continuing this year, the Community School has also teamed up with My 3 Sons Family Tutoring for ACT and SAT Preparation. Registrations are now being accepted for fall programs! 

Click here to see what upcoming college prep programs are offered!

Roxbury Community School - Summer Camps
The Roxbury Community School offers courses and workshops year-round for children of all ages. Our summer events and programs are open to non-Roxbury residents as well as those who are enrolled in our school district. There are lots of summer activities to choose from.

Here's what's scheduled so far:
Roxbury Community School - Adult Programs
At the Roxbury Community School we understand adults of all ages are busy with kids, work, and life in general. Sometimes though you need to just do something for yourself.  That's where we come in! We offer evening and weekend programs and workshops geared towards adults that help to enrich your mind and body.  Join us for these fun-filled and informative programs! These programs are all open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents!

Here's what's coming up:
Roxbury Community School - Kids Corner
The Roxbury Community School offers courses and workshops year-round for children of all ages. Children need to be registered in the school's they attend for the after-school programs. Evening and weekend programs are open to Roxbury and non-Roxbury residents.

Here's what's coming up after-school:
AROUND TOWN
Information from Roxbury Township and Local Organizations
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!

'Adopt a Road' in Roxbury
Help Roxbury's Clean Communities keep Roxbury Township clean with it's comprehensive litter abatement program. 

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 this township trash and litter free.

Click here for more information regarding Roxbury Clean Communities!
Roxbury's Self-Serve Portal 24/7
Roxbury continues to deliver innovative customer service with their self-serve online portal called 24/7 Rox. 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. Roxbury Township is open 24/7! 24/7 Rox is accessible here and via the mobile app, Connected Roxbury NJ.
Roxbury Emergency Alert Program
Get alerted about emergencies and other important community news by signing up for Roxbury's Emergency Alert Program. This system enables Roxbury 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. 

Click here to sign up now for these time-sensitive notifications.
Community Bulletin Board and News

Three Dead, 148 Cases, No Roxbury Memorial Day Parade
Three Roxbury residents have died so far from COVID-19 and 148 confirmed cases of the disease have been found in the township, said Roxbury Mayor Bob DeFillippo on Tuesday.  He presented the numbers during the second-ever remote meeting of the Roxbury Mayor and Council. DeFillippo also announced there will be no Memorial Day parade this year and he said concern about the coronavirus forced the township to temporarily close the Roxbury Community Garden.

"Those were difficult decisions," said the mayor. "However, we have left open the possibility of a Memorial Day ceremony honoring our fallen soldiers, and we hope to reopen the garden in time for planting."  He said the township's decisions related to having a memorial ceremony and open the garden will depend on circumstances at the time. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.

Fistball World Tour Event in Roxbury Cancelled Due to COVID-19
The International Fistball Association (IFA) has canceled the 2020 World Tour due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The Swim and Sport Club of Roxbury had planned to host the final stop on the IFA Fistball World Tour prior to the Birmingham, Ala. World Tour Finals with men's and women's club teams from the world's stage.

u18 Youth Fistball -   The 2020 u18 IFA Fistball World Championships in Austria have been postponed to July 2021.  In preparation, the USFA is actively recruiting for u18 Boys and Girls National Fistball Teams to represent the USA on the world's stage. Tryouts for the u18 National teams will be held at the SSC in Roxbury once the "shelter-in-place" restriction is rescinded.  High School athletes born during 2002 and later are eligible and encouraged to tryout. Please email: sscfistball@gmail.com for more information. Click here to read more from TAPinto Roxbury.

K of C Annual Tricky Tray and Live Auction in Roxbury - Apr 25  
The Knights of Columbus, St. Therese Council #6320 is asking for your much-needed support.  Our Council supports many charities and activities within and around Morris County. Our programs and donations benefit disabled citizens, senior citizens, veterans, the homeless and the needy through organizations like Hope House and Catholic Charities.  We also support many youth activities in the community including Boy Scouts, Project Graduation and are proud to provide several college scholarships each year to local students. 

This year we will be holding our 22nd Annual Charity Live Auction and Tricky Tray on Saturday, April 25, starting at 6 p.m. in the St. Therese School gym at 135 Main Street, Succasunna.  Admission is $20 at door and includes beer, wine, soft drinks, food catered by local restaurants and desert. There will be many great Tricky Tray items from household goods to gift ideas.  The auction will include sports memorabilia, theater packages and "big ticket" home electronics. We would love to have you join us.  Please call Frank Wos (973) 219-1867 if you have any questions. Click here to read about this event from TAPinto Roxbury.

Veterans Sign Up Now! - Lake Hopatcong Veterans Cruise for 2020! - June 27
The date has been set as Saturday, June 27th for the 5th Annual Veterans Cruise on Lake Hopatcong, and that means the scramble for seats has already started for this special tribute to our veterans - America's heroes.  Each year Lake Hopatcong Cruises honors our veterans from the lake's four border towns - Hopatcong, Jefferson, Mount Arlington, and Roxbury - with a two-hour complimentary cruise around the lake, and a special tribute is paid to the veterans throughout the cruise as residents line the bridges and docks with waving flags in honor of the service that they have provided to our country.  This event is extremely popular with the Veterans and will fill quickly, so please contact your appropriate town representative to have your name added to the list as soon as possible. Last year in Hopatcong the first-come-first-served list filled within days and overflowed into a long waiting list. Click here to read more from Hopatcong Lake Regional News.

'A Taste of Roxbury' on horizon as Roxbury Chamber of Commerce begins busy year - May 18
It's the Roxbury Area Chamber of Commerce's biggest annual fundraiser, and it's just right around the proverbial corner.  When the chamber met on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Outback in Ledgewood, chamber Past President Linda Dora said this year's installment of "A Taste of Roxbury" is coming up. It is planned for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, May 18 and will be held at Roxbury High School in Succasunna.  "This is our big one. This is by far our biggest fundraiser of the year," Dora said, estimating that 250 people, or more, turn out to try offerings prepared by many different eateries in the township.  This is the 14th annual event, and Dora said it was once held at the Day's Inn on Route 46 in Ledgewood. "We outgrew that place pretty quickly," she noted.  The "all you can eat" event is $30 per ticket. Beverages and additional refreshments will be offered for purchase.  Tickets are available at the Roxbury Recreation office, located at 72 Eyland Ave., Succasunna, or at  roxburynjchamber.org/taste/ . Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the door. Click here to read more about this event and others from the Roxbury Chamber of Commerce from the Roxbury Register.

Lake Hopatong Block Party will now be held on Oct. 10
The annual Lake Hopatcong Block Party has been moved to Saturday, Oct. 10.  "As was announced earlier, in following the CDC directive on public gatherings, we unfortunately cannot hold the Lake Hopatcong Block Party on May 9," a statement from Lee Moreau of the Lake Hopatcong Foundation states.

"We are now moving forward on rescheduling the Lake Hopatcong Block Party to Saturday, October 10, the day before the LHF Lake Loop, also at Hopatcong State Park," he said.

"For those who have already responded requesting a refund, those checks will be issued April 13 and put into the mail.  Thank you for being a part of the Lake Hopatcong Block Party, and please stay safe and healthy," he said. Click here to read this coverage from the Roxbury Register.

UPDATED: Buy-A-Brick Campaign to Help Improve Main Street
Roxbury Township's Main Street Committee invites you to help support their fundraising efforts to continue the beautification of Main Street in Succasunna. Remember a loved one or engrave your name in history! Engraved bricks cost $150 each. Group/bulk orders of ten (10) or more bricks submitted together can pay a discounted price of $125 per brick. Proceeds benefit the continued beautification of Main Street in Succasunna.  The bricks are installed in the courtyard surrounding the Victorian Clock by the Gazebo at the Library.  Remember a loved one. Honor your family's name on historic Main Street. Salute your graduate!  Click here for more information and the order form or contact Michele O'Halloran at Town Hall  973-448-2002  or  ohalloranm@roxburynj.us
Roxbury & Mt Arlington Recreation Programs & Events
Roxbury Recreation
The Recreation Department at Roxbury Township is proud to offer programs for residents of all ages. Here in Roxbury there are an abundant number of youth sports and activities, a lake complex which provides for summer beach fun, beautiful parks, immaculate athletic fields, playgrounds for the little ones and trails for the adventurous.

Click here to visit Roxbury Recreation's website for upcoming sports, activities, and information!
Mount Arlington Recreation
Mt Arlington Rec is a group of volunteers appointed by the Mayor with the goal to coordinate and administer the recreation needs of the Borough. They work together with community volunteers to offer quality recreational programs for the entire family. 

Click here to visit Mount Arlington Recreation's website for upcoming programs, events, and activities!
Roxbury Public Library Upcoming Programs & Events!

Go to roxburylibrary.org to access Roxbury's Library's upcoming Events Calendar for adults and children. Register online for programs or call the library at (973) 584-2400. For general information, contact comments@roxburylibrary.org.


Adult Services
Membership Drive and Fundraiser
The Friends of the Roxbury Township Public Library 2020 Membership Drive and Fundraiser kick-off has begun. Membership covers the period January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020. In addition to knowing that you are supporting a vital part of our community, membership entitles you to attend the Friends-only preview night to our popular fundraiser book sale. Donations to the Friends are tax deductible. To all our Friends who supported the Library in 2019, and in previous years, we thank you for your continued support. Please look for your renewal notice in the mail. Applications for membership are available at the Library's circulation desk or by going on line at https://roxburylibrary.org/friends/.
 
Afternoons at the Movies
Join us as to watch the latest, greatest, and even some classic movies at the library. We'll supply the movie, you bring the popcorn (or your favorite snack). Free admission! Click here to register for these events or call the library at 973-584-2400.  
 
Free Tax Assistance Available, Reservations Now Accepted
AARP Tax-Aide will provide free tax preparation assistance. Appointments may be made by calling the library at 973-584-2400, or by stopping by the help desk. In case of inclement weather registrants should call the library to confirm their appointment. Appointments will be February Through Mid-April, with limited availability and spots.
 
S.H.I.P.
A State Health Insurance Assistance Program that offers counseling on Medicare for NJ residents. Tuesdays at 10:00 am.

Mah Jongg
All skill levels welcome. Games are every Wednesday from 1 pm to 5 pm.

Knit One, Bead, Too!
Do you like to make your own original jewelry? Enjoy knitting or working with fabric? Join us on Mondays from 6:15 pm - 8 pm, and share your knowledge with others. Please bring your own supplies.

Book Groups
New members always welcome!
Monday Evening- 3rd Monday of the month at 7:00 pm
Thursday Afternoon- 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:00 am
Literary Horizons- 1st Wednesday of the month at 1 pm. New members always welcome.
Walking Talking Book Group- Call the library for meeting dates and times.

Youth Services
Weekly Events
  • Books for Babies for ages Infant - 2 - Tuesdays @10:30 am
  • STEAM for Kids - Tuesdays @ 4:00 pm          
  • Toddler Story Time-35 months and younger - Wednesdays @ 10:30 am
  • Preschool Story Time (3 years and older) - Wednesdays @ 11:30 am
  • Chess Club (K-6th graders) - Wednesdays 5:00 pm  
  • Story Time @ the Lake - Friday, December 13 @ 11:00 am
Check Facebook for relocation information in the event of bad weather.
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