Weekly Update - Friday, September 17, 2021

Upcoming Municipal Meetings 9/20 Planning Board Meeting 9/23 Recreation Commission Meeting Other Upcoming Dates 9/20-23 FEMA Disaster Recovery at Community Center 9/28 Deadline to Register for Garage Sale 10/2, 9 All Seasons Garden Club Plant Sale 10/2-10/3 Garage Sale Weekend Employment Opportunities Part Time Construction Office Clerk Part Time Teen Center Supervisor Volunteer Opportunities Odyssey of Mind and Stage Fun Coordinators Needed Morris Minute Men Seeking Volunteers Meeting agendas will be published at https://morrisplainsboro.org/agendas-minutes/ View Full Calendar

Hurricane Henri/Ida Relief  FEMA is opening a regional disaster recovery center for individuals to report damage related to Hurricane Ida. It will be located at the Morris Plains Community Center, 51 Jim Fear Drive, starting Monday September 20 through Thursday September 23 from 8:30am-7:00pm. FEMA will assist residents with claims. FEMA granted a major disaster declaration for Morris County and with it, relief programs for residents. Residents can explore and apply for resources at https://www.fema.gov/disaster/4614.     New Jersey's Henri/Ida Business Assistance Grant Program provides short-term, immediate August rent or mortgage reimbursement support to New Jersey small and medium-sized businesses and non-profits that have suffered physical damage as a result of the remnants of Hurricane Henri on August 22nd or 23rd, 2021 and/or Hurricane Ida on September 1st, 2nd, and 3rd 2021. Link here for information.

Back to School with a Zero Tolerance Traffic Initiative Continues All Month - Thank you for Keeping MP Students Safe! Click here for details

The Morris Plains Museum Reopens Saturday The Morris Plains Museum will reopen on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 10am until 1pm, and will open the third Saturday of each month. We ask that only vaccinated visitors come. Masks will be required.

9/27 is National Family Day Eat Dinner with Your Family and Win Prizes! Click for Details

The Morris Plains Seniors are Back! Next Meetings 10/18, 11/9 and December Holiday Party at the Community Center For more information call Pete Dombrowski @973 214 6803

At the Farmer's Market This Week Saturday 9 am -1 pm at Merchant's Block Only Four More Weeks Left!

Now is the time to stock up on all those delicious items you know you are going to miss! It's apple season, and Ort Farms has cinnamon apple donuts. Check out the pies and quiches with the seasonal bounty. Returning this week is the Girl from Empanada - fresh or frozen - an amazing variety of delicious empanadas. Pumpkin pies and apple pies, too. Special guests this week include the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority - our Recycling Experts - see what's new! And, our own Ellie Falco, Morris Plains Clean Communities Coordinator. Maybe, a special appearance by Glenda Garbage!   Boy Scouts are still selling their famous popcorn. Be sure to check our crafters and artists - time to shop for the holidays. We'll have Emilie DiLauria with her personal products, Burning Love Organics and Patriot Timber, and Watercolors & Wags (custom made stickers and watercolor art prints).   Let's hope Bach to Rock will bring some music!

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is a time to raise awareness, share suicide prevention resources, and seek help. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among ages 10 – 34 and the fourth leading cause of death for adults ages 35 – 54. Visit www.nami.org and www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org for resources to help prevent suicide across the nation. Or call the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

Morris Plains Wellness Day Oct 16 8-11 am at the Community Center Sponsored by Morris Plans Board of Health & Morris Plains Rotary

Those wishing to have blood work, female cancer screening or male cancer screening, please contact Kristina Favo at 973 631-5489 with your name, address, phone # and services you would like scheduled. Flu shots will be given from 8Am to 11 AM for adults over the age of 50. Information on COVID Boosters will be available at a later date, depending on availability.

Borough's Bravest Project We invite all veterans, families of a veteran, or current service members that resided in Morris Plains to submit an application to obtain a banner, hung from the light poles along Speedwell Ave honoring our bravest residents. Please provide the following application, along with a portrait from service. These banners will be hung during the month of November, annually, recognizing Veteran’s day. We also invite sponsors for this important project. Please visit the town website for applications. https://morrisplainsboro.org/boroughs-bravest-project/

Resident donations are always appreciated at Interfaith Food Pantry and Resource Center - (mcifp.org).

 211 is a vital service that connects millions of people to help each year. To get expert, caring help, call 211 or visit Visit 211.org

Municipal Court Update In an effort to maintain public safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, the municipal court will continue to host remote virtual court sessions.  Please contact us to schedule a proceeding and/or provide updated personal information.    If you are disputing a traffic ticket and do not wish to appear in court, many cases are now eligible for review through the Online Municipal Case Resolution System at njmcdirect.com. You may select the option for case dispute and enter your ticket information.  Eligible traffic tickets will be reviewed by the prosecutor and you will be notified with their recommendation.  Our office is here to serve you during the hours of 8:30-4:30 Monday through Friday.   You may call the court to schedule an appointment at 973-538-4019. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service in "The Community of Caring" and strive to provide a satisfying court experience for all.

Sign up for the Rave Alert System today.  Rave is a notification tool utilized by the Morris Plains Police Department that notifies residents of road closures, upcoming events, impending severe weather and other news related events. Messages will be relayed via text message, phone call and/or email.

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