From Plainfield City Hall
Mayor Adrian O. Mapp
Events Newsletter
Greetings!
This newsletter shares many upcoming events for Plainfield residents to enjoy! Over the past year most of these events were virtual so we could safely distance in our homes. As the vaccine program expands and we begin to safely co-mingle in person, we will continue to apprise you of events taking place locally and elsewhere.
We look forward to a full return to normalcy in the near future but until then please enjoy some of the events outlined in this week's issue.
Creating One Plainfield, One Future
Mayor Adrian O. Mapp
City of Plainfield
Queridos amigos y vecinos,

Este boletín comparte muchos de los próximos eventos virtuales para que los residentes de Plainfield disfruten mientras estamos seguros en nuestros hogares. Continuaremos informándole de los eventos que tienen lugar a nivel local y en otros lugares. Es posible que no podamos asistir a reuniones y eventos en persona, pero gracias a la tecnología, ¡podemos participar virtualmente!
Creando Un Plainfield y Un Futuro
Alcalde Adrian O. Mapp
Ciudad de Plainfield
For more information on COVID-19 and resources available to you as a Plainfield resident, click here to view our most recent COVID-19 Resource Newsletter which goes out every Wednesday.

Be sure to follow our Facebook page for daily COVID-19 updates.
The Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of Rushmore Recreational Complex on May 1st
On Saturday, May 1st, the newly renovated Rushmore Recreational Complex officially opened. Mayor Adrian O. Mapp was joined by Assemblywoman Linda Carter, Union County Commissioner Rebecca Williams, Council VP Barry Goode, Councilwoman Ashley Davis, Councilwoman Stacey Welch, Councilwoman Joylette Mills-Ransome, and Councilman Charles McRae. Also present were members of the administration, Wendell Bibbs and Hasson Shipman of the RVE team and Chris Spitznas of the LandTek Group. Surrounded by community members as he cut the ribbon, Mayor Mapp expressed his focus and commitment to improving the recreational spaces throughout the City so that our young people can play and exercise in safety at state-of-the-art-facilities.

May 1st also signaled the reopening of all parks. Other recreational spaces and pools will begin opening in the coming weeks.

Please note that face masks/coverings must be worn in the parks and we are asking residents to continue practicing social distancing protocols.
SAVE THE DATE for July 4th Fireworks
Celebrating the Independence of this great nation is about family, friends, barbecues, parades and fireworks. As COVID restrictions begin to loosen we are still focused on keeping our residents safe and will only offer a fireworks display this year.
 
It will be a drive-in event at Cedar Brook Park on Sunday, July 4th. 170 tickets will be available through Communitypass at https://register.communitypass.net/reg/index.cfm
 
 - Tickets can be reserved beginning on Monday, June 28th.
- Limit of one (1) ticket per car/household
- Cars may enter the park between 8:00pm and 9:15pm
- Fireworks begin at 9:30pm
- Rain Date – Sunday July 11, 2021
City Council Budget Deliberation Meetings
Join us on Wednesday, May 5th at 7:00pm for the CBAC Budget Recommendations. Click the below image to access the zoom platform. Meeting ID - 991 0195 5881 or dial 312-626-6799, 929-205-6099, 301-715-8592 or 346-248-7799.
#LOVEPLAINFIELD | #AMOPLAINFIELD
SPOTLIGHT
Showing Love in Plainfield #LovePlainfield #AmoPlainfield

Today we are offering a sneak peek at some of the art submitted to the #LovePlainfield Drawing Contest. Winners will be announced shortly.
 
Today's art was submitted by second graders in the Plainfield School District.
Thank you to these students, parents and teachers.
Submitted by Justice Hunt
Submitted by Allan Nunez Guardado
Submitted by Gabriela Perlera
Councilwoman Stacey Welch #Lovelainfield #AmoPlainfield
Watch this space for more LovePlainfield updates!
Stay Safe and Protected
COVID-19 TESTING & VACCINES IN PLAINFIELD!
COVID-19 Vaccine for Plainfield Residents| ON WEDNESDAYS!

Plainfield residents 18 years and older who would like to receive the Moderna vaccine for COVID-19 can call the Senior Center at 908-753-3506 between the hours of 10:00am - 4:00pm on Monday through Friday to set up an appointment.

Please have this required information available including your name, phone number, address, date of birth, and email address.
Vaccinations will take place on Wednesdays from 2:00pm - 7:00pm at the Plainfield High School (entrance through Cafeteria).
Vacunas COVID-19 Para Residentes de Plainfield mayores de 18 años
LOS MIERCOLES!

Residentes de Plainfield mayores de 18 años que deseen vacunarse contra el COVID-19 pueden llamar al Senior Center al 908-753-3506 de 10:00am a 4:00pm. Por favor, tenga información requerida disponible incluyendo su nombre, número de teléfono, dirección, fecha de nacimiento y dirección de correo electrónico. 

Por lo general, las vacunas se programaran los miercoles de 2:00 am- 7:00 pm en la Escuela Secundaria de Plainfield.
AVAILABLE EMERGENCY FOOD RESOURCES
Parks & Recreation Events
Plainfield Black History Committee Fundraiser
Plainfield Library Events
Summer 2021 Porch Plays
May is Mental Health Month
Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year we fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families.
Virtual Group for New Fathers | Every Wednesday
About this Event

REGISTER TODAY for this online event to learn about navigating life with a new baby. Contact Pat Vena at PVena@CJFHC.org to reserve your spot.
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Volume 8 - Issue 18