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Spring 2005

Hometown News
2004 Hometown Shopping and Business Guide in pdf format (1.4 meg)
2004-2005 School [Calender] in pdf format
[Zone 1][Zone 2] 2005 Recycling Schedules in pdf  format (800k)

The Gazette Newspaper - - pdf format
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December 2004

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Police Run for Special Olympics
On June 3, 2005, school students gave runners "high fives" on The Boulevard as the HHPD ran for the "Special Olympics". The run was about 2.4 miles.  Photos [2005]




Hasbrouck Heights Girl Scouts Bridging Ceremony 2005
The Hasbrouck Heights Girl Scouts held their Bridging Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. on June 1, 2005 in the Keifer Auditorium located in the Hasbrouck Heights High School.   Included in the ceremony were: Daisy Troop 612, Daisy Troop 613, Daisy Troop 1180,   Daisy Troop 1486, Daisy Troop 1557, Brownie Troop 522, Brownie Troop 639 and Junior Troop 454. [Photo]

Twin-engine plane crashes at Teterboro Airport May 31, 2005 [Photos & story]
2005 Memorial Day [Parade][Veterans Service][HHFD Service]



2005 Memorial Day [Parade][Veterans Service][HHFD Service]



Annual 24-hour Bicycle Marathon May 27-28 [Group 1][Group 2]



Rock Concert at Depken Field May 26 [2005 Photos]



Town-wide Garage Sale May 21  [2005 Photos]



HHFD Annual Inspection May 14 [2005 Photos]

26th Annual Plant Sale/Flea Market
St. John the Divine held its 26th Annual Plant Sale/Flea Market on May 7, 2005.  Top quality nursery grown plants and a large selection of hanging pots were for sale. [2005 Photos]



Soldier Visits Corpus Christi Learning Center While on Leave May 6 [Story & photos]



HHFD Conduct Live Fire Exercises
On Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. on April 30, 2005, elements of the Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department went "out of service" to conduct "live fire training" at the Middletown Township Volunteer Fire Department Training Academy. [Story & Group 1 Photos][Group 2 Photos]




Leisure Club Celebrates 55th Anniversary
[Story & photos]


AARP Honors Pete and Marie Gallo [Story]


Daisy Troop 1180 Tours the New Municipal Complex [Group 1][Group 2]



Daisy Troop 613 Tours the HH Fire Department
[Story + Group 1 Photos][Group 2]



HH Little League Pancake Breakfast
Was held on April 10, 2005 from 8 a.m. to noon at the VFW Post 4591. Sports auction followed.
HHLL Breakfast Photos-- [2005][2004][2003] [2002] [2001] [2000]



7th Annual Rau-Fitzgerald/Terlemezian Memorial Run/Walk
was held on April 9, 2005.  The event was sponsored by the
Hasbrouck Heights Education Association.
2005 [Photos and story]  2004 [Photos and story]  2003 [Photos and story]



Fr. Rod Celebrates Silver Jubilee [Story & photos]


Guild of Reformed Church Women [Story]


Corpus Christi Church Celebrates Girl Scout Sunday [Photos & story]



* Annual Easter Egg Hunt
The annual Easter Egg Hunt was held for Saturday, March 19 at 10:00 a.m. at Depken Field (Franklin Avenue and Route 17). The event was open to all Heights pre-schoolers (4-5) through third graders.
[Story & photos]   Mpg Movies [1][2][3]


First Day of Spring [Photo]


Easter Season Displays
Brighten Heights [Photos]

A Visit with Fire Chief Joe Taylor [Story]


A Visit One Year After The New Library Dedication [Story]

Presidential Surprise
An early morning snow storm on February 21, 2005 (President's Day)
gave families a chance to enjoy this winter delight. [Photos]




Andy Feintuch Memorial Wrestling Tournament
was hosted by the HH Recreation Department on February 13, 2005 [Photos & story]



Teterboro Air Crash
On February 2, 2005, a twin-engine Challenger 600 skidded off the runway, through the fence, across Route 46 striking several cars before crashing into Strawberry clothing warehouse. [Photos & story]

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Announcements

Farmer's Market Scheduled to start in June
Previous Farmer's Markets -- [2004] [2003] [2002] [Sec. Ag visit] [2001] [2000]

Camp Rek Trek 2005 [Info]


July 2005
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Teterboro 5k Run
July 16 at 8:30 a.m. [More Info]

Heights Camp Night
The 2nd Annual Family Camp-out in Woodland Park is scheduled for July 16-17 (RD July 23-24). registration is Wednesday, May 18 between 7 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Recreation Office in Boro Hall. All participants must supply their own tent. A $25 fee per family of 4. Each tent requires parental supervision.  Dinner and breakfast willbe provided along with activities. There will be a campfie under the pavillion.  Call Recreation Department for more info at 201-288-4143. [2004 photo]

5th Annual Senior Citizens Picnic
July 14 (rd July 15) in Woodland Park from noon to 4 p.m.
Plenty of food, entertainment, dancing, games & prizes.
Seniors are expected to bring the fun.


July 4th Children's Parade
July 4 Washington & Burton. Sign in at 9:30 a.m.. Parade starts at 10 a.m.
Sponsored by Mayors Celebration Committee.
2004 [General][Parade][Winners]
2003 [General][Parade][Winners]   2002 [General][General][Winners]
2001 [General][Parade][Winners]     2000 [General][General]


July 4th Fireworks
July 1 at Depken Field (rd July 2, xrd July 8)
Advance tickets $3 available along The Boulevard. Admission $5 at gate. Under 5 free.
DJ entertainment. Refreshments available. 50/50. Inflatable amusements.
Sponsored by HH Lions club
(includes mpg movies)
2004 [Program][Display]
2003 [Story + Fireworks] [Setting up] [Detonation]  
1999 [Program][General][Setting up]


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June 2005
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HHLL Picnic
Annual picnic will be held June 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the HHLL Field.
Open to all Little League families. [2004 story & photos] [2003 Picnic] [2000 Picnic]



Woodland Park Summer Concert Series
Hasbrouck Heights Recreation Department will hold three free concerts in Woodland Park this summer. The first concert is scheduled for 7 p.m on June 16, and features The Ron Gartner Show -- a dynamic, high energy Las Vegas-style show with songs by Sinatra, Bennett, Darin and Sammy. Ron will salute Doo-Wop, American Bandstand, Motown and Soul. The two other concert dates are slated for July 21 and August 18. Refreshments will be available. ###

"Banner Days"
The Chamber of Commerce announced that they are planning a "Banner Days" sidewalk sale for the weekend of June 9, 10 and 11. About 25 businesses participate in this annual event.  Any business or professional seeking information should contact George at 201-288-2130. ###


Lions/Kiwanis 40th Annual Golf Outing
The tournament is scheduled for June 3 at the Rockleigh Golf Course. Fee is $125 and includes golf, cart, lunch and awards dinner. The event is sponsored by the Hasbrouck Heights Lions Club and the Hasbrouck Heights/Teterboro Kiwanis Club. All proceeds to benefit various community charities. Journal ad sponsorships are available. For more info call Dr. Eglow at 201-288-2354 or Mr. Luongo at 201-393-8145. ###



Care on the Corner Golf Outing
Care on the Corner will sponsor its first annual golf outing at Skyview Gold Club (Sparta, NJ) on Wednesday, June 1. Continental breakfast and registration are from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., followed by golf with shotgun start. A luncheon will follow at 1:30 p.m.  There will be prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive (man and woman), score prizes, sports memorabilia auction and door prize raffles. Cost is $125 per golfer. Luncheon only is $50 per person. Sponsors are welcome and must reply by May 15. Call 201-288-9460 for more info. [Details in pdf format]

May  2005
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Annual Memorial Day Parade
The Annual Memorial Day Parade is scheduled to start at 10:00 a.m. on May 30 at Williams Avenue, march along Terrace Avenue and conclude at Memorial Park at Passaic Avenue. A brief Veterans ceremony will be held, followed by services at the Fireman's Memorial at The Circle. This annual event is co-sponsored by the James B. Scarr Post 106 American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4591. The public is encouraged to participate in this patriotic event. ###
Previous Memorial Day
2004 [Parade][Service][FD Service]
2003 Service       2002 [Parade][Service][FD Service]
2001 [Parade][Service]      2000 [Parade][Service]

11th Annual 24-hour Memorial Weekend Bicycle Marathon
The 11th Annual 24-hour Memorial Weekend Bicycle Marathon is tentatively scheduled to be held at Depken Field starting on Friday May 27 at 10:00 a.m. and concluding Saturday May 28 at 10:00 a.m. The event is open to all Heights sixth through ninth graders. About 200 boys & girls participate in over 30 teams. Teams consist of a minimum of four participants with an optional fifth person as a coach/mechanic. Each team is responsible for keeping its bicycle moving at all times. Each rider is required to wear a bicycle helmet while on the bicycle. Participants are required to stay on the field at all times. Each team is responsible for tents, sleeping bags, clothing and food.   Water and sports drinks will be provided. A non-refundable registration fee of $20 is required and each participant will receive a bicycle helmet and T-shirt. The Marathon is sponsored by the Hasbrouck Heights Police Department. Call 201-288-1000 for more information. ###  HHPD Bike Marathon -- 2004 Nighttime photos  ·   2003 Nighttime photos
          2002 [May 24][May 25]     2001 [May 26][May27]    2000 [May 27][May 28]

Town-wide Garage Sale
A town-wide garage sale is scheduled for May 21 -- rain or shine. There is a $10 permit fee that will benefit D.A.R.E., the HH Free Public Library and the Municipal Drug Alliance. Registrations begins in April. Participation in this sale does not count towards the "two garage sales" per year ordinance. Space will be made available for apartment dwellers and fundraising organizations.  A free map indicating all registered participants will be available at the Boro Clerk's office.  This first time event is sponsored by the Mayor's Celebration Committee.  For more info call the Boro Clerk at 201-288-0195.
[Map & Listing in pdf format]   ###

Fire Department Annual Inspection  May 14
The public is invited to attend The Hasbrouck Heights Fire Department Annual Inspection at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2005. Department personnel will be in full dress uniform. The equipment and new headquarters will be presented for inspection. Department personnel will be available to answer any questions. This is the first inspection in the new facility since The Big Fire in 1999. The event is attended by local officials as well as Fire Chiefs from area towns. ###
Previous HHFD Inspection -- [2004] [2003] [2002] [2001] [2000]

Men's Association Beefsteak
The Hasbrouck Heights Men’s Association invites all residents to their 10th Annual Beefsteak Dinner on May 6th, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at VFW Post 4591.   Entertainment includes the Four Pops, an acappella group. There will be door prizes.  Tickets are $40.00 per person and are available from any Men’s Association member or by calling 201-288-5239. ###

2d Quarter Taxes Due May 1
Tax Collector Conchita C. Parker announced that taxes will be received Saturday morning April 30 from 9 a.m. to noon for the 2nd quarter taxes which are due May 1st at the Tax office located at the Municipal Complex, 320 Boulevard. This arrangement follows the custom established many years ago in the borough for the convenience of the taxpayers in meeting the quarterly payment due. For additional information call 201-288-1152. ###

April 2005
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VFW Hosts Dinner Dance April 16
The VFW will hold a dinner dance beginning at 7:00 p.m. on April 16, 2005.   Menu includes fruit cup, salad, pasta, chicken francese, oven baked potatoes, broccoli and dessert. There will be an open bar plus wine, beer and soda. Music will be by Andy Ray. Reservations are requested by April 12. Cost is $25 per person. The public is invited. The event benefits the Commander's Pet Project which is supporting three veterans homes in New Jersey (Paramus, Menlo Park and Vineland). Sixteen members of the Veterans Home in Paramus will be guests of the Post. Call the Post for more info at 201-288-1112. ###

HH Little League will hold its 10th Annual Pancake Breakfast
The HH Little League will hold its 10th Annual Pancake Breakfast on April 10, 2005 from 7 a.m. to noon at the VFW Hall on Veterans Place.  The menu includes pancakes, sausage, sweet rolls, bagels, juice, milk and coffee. This event usually serves about 1,500 breakfasts. Admission is -- adult $5, child $3 and under 4 free. The Chinese style sports memorabilia auction will follow from noon to 1 p.m.  Winners do not have to be present at the time of the drawing to win. Proceeds will be used towards a barrier net on the major league field protecting spectators who watch the games.  Call Gary at 201-288-5227 for more info. ###
HHLL Breakfast -- [2004] [2003] [2002] [2001] [2000]

5K Run/One Mile Walk April 9th
On April 9, 2005 the Hasbrouck Heights Education Association will sponsor its seventh annual five kilometer and one mile run/walk to raise money for their scholarship fund.  The 5 km run is called the Rau-Fitzgerald Memorial Run and the 1 mile walk is the Cheryl Terlemezian one mile Fun Run/walk.  This event is to help raise funds for high school seniors continuing their education after graduation. Corporate sponsorships and donations are welcomed.  For more information call Barbara at 201-288-1426.
[2004 Photos & Story][2003 Photos & Story]



"Second Annual Wine and Delights"
The Hasbrouck Heights Library Board of Trustees are having their "Second Annual Wine and Delights." The event starts 4:30 p.m., Sunday, April 3 at The Ivy Inn. The cost is $45 per person. All proceeds will go the The Friends of the Library Endowment Fund. For ticket info call the Library at 201-288-0488 or Maryetta at 201-288-3242. ###

Crafts Club Starts
The Hasbrouck Heights Public Library sponsors a Craft Club on the first Tuesday of every month beginning April 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Join this informal group of crafters and meet people with common interests, learn something new, share your knowledge and have some fun. Bring your knitting, crocheting and ideas for crafts that others may enjoy learning. Activities will include: learning a new craft, demonstrations, classes, sharing and working on your craft. All are welcome from beginners to advanced. Please register at the Library or call 201-288-0488 for more information . ###

"Footloose"
The Hasbrouck Heights High School Drama Club will perform the musical "Footloose" on Thursday, March 31st and Friday April 1st at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiefer Auditorium.  The production is under the direction of Mrs. Schneeweiss.   "Footloose" is an upbeat rock musical that takes place in a small town where a powerful local minister has convinced the town to ban dancing after a tragic car accident kills four young kids coming back from a dance in another county.   The story centers on Ren, a young outsider who moves there only to find his favorite pastime has been made illegal.  He must convince the local youth to stand against the town elders and bring dancing back to the town. ###

HH Little League will hold its 10th Annual Pancake Breakfast
The HH Little League will hold its 10th Annual Pancake Breakfast on April 10, 2005 from 7 a.m. to noon at the VFW Hall on Veterans Place.  The menu includes pancakes, sausage, sweet rolls, bagels, juice, milk and coffee. This event usually serves about 1,500 breakfasts. Admission is -- adult $5, child $3 and under 4 free. The Chinese style sports memorabilia auction will follow from noon to 1 p.m.  Winners do not have to be present at the time of the drawing to win. Proceeds will be used towards a barrier net on the major league field protecting spectators who watch the games.  Call Gary at 201-288-5227 for more info. ###

5K Run/One Mile Walk April 9th
On April 9, 2005 the Hasbrouck Heights Education Association will sponsor its seventh annual five kilometer and one mile run/walk to raise money for their scholarship fund.  The 5 km run is called the Rau-Fitzgerald Memorial Run and the 1 mile walk is the Cheryl Terlemezian one mile Fun Run/walk.  This event is to help raise funds for high school seniors continuing their education after graduation. Corporate sponsorships and donations are welcomed.  For more information call Barbara at 201-288-1426.
[2004 Photos & Story][2003 Photos & Story]

March   2005
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Annual Easter Egg Hunt
The annual Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for Saturday, March 19 at 10:00 a.m. at Depken Field (Franklin Avenue and Route 17). The event is open to all Heights pre-schoolers (4-5) through third graders. Children should bring a basket. No parents or underage children are allowed on the field. The Easter Bunny is scheduled to visit and hand out candy. Tickets are distributed through the elementary schools. Tickets are also available at the Boro Clerk's office at 320 Boulevard. The rain date is Saturday, March 26.This event is sponsored by the Mayor's Celebration Committee. ###




Annual St. Patrick's Day Party
The Annual St. Patrick's Day Party includes a family style dinner of corned beef & cabbage (chicken available), Irish soda bread, beer, soda, dessert, coffee and tea.  Entertainment includes DJ, Irish dancers and Irish music, 50/50 raffle and door prizes.  The party is Saturday, March 19 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Club, 209 Jefferson Avenue, Hasbrouck Heights. Must be 21 or older in order to attend. Tickets are $35 per person. Call Nancy at 201-288-6485. Sponsored by the Junior Woman's Club of Hasbrouck Heights.   Proceeds to benefit NJSFWC State Project, Cherished Creations and local charities and scholarships. ###

"Brunch with the Bunny"
The Junior Woman's Club of Hasbrouck Heights is sponsoring "Brunch with the Bunny" on Saturday, March 19 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Municipal Complex. Program includes a light brunch and entertainment.  Event is ideal for children 8 years and under. Photos with the Easter Bunny are $2. Tickets are $7. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Advance tickets only. No tickets will be sold at the door. Call Nancy at 201-393-4184. All proceeds to benefit local charities and scholarships. ###

Meet " The Garden Guru"
The Hasbrouck Heights Garden Club will meet at 7:00 p.m., March 17 in the community room of the Free Public Library at 320 Boulevard. The scheduled speaker is Mr. David Dehnke, " The Garden Guru", who will talk about ornamental grasses.   The Garden Club promotes the love of gardening, including floral design and environmental responsibility.  For more information contact Ann at 201-288-3956 or Elizabeth at 201-288-4318. ###

Annual Dinner/Fashion Show
The Woman's Club of Hasbrouck Heights is holding its Annual Dinner/Fashion Show at the Fiesta on Wednesday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30. Proceeds benefit scholarships and other charities. Call 201-288-9070 or 201-288-5736 for more info. ###



St. Patty's Day Dinner Dance
VFW Post 4591 is holding a St. Patty's Day Dinner Dance on Saturday, March 12 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The event is open to the public. Dinner includes fruit cup, salad, pasta, corned beef & cabbage, dessert with an open bar. There will be live music. Cost is $25 per person. Reservations are requested by March 9th so that the appropriate amount of food can be ordered. Call Mike at 201-288-3654 or the Post at 201-288-1112. ###

HH Little League Field Clean up
The annual field clean up and maintence is scheduled from 7 a.m. to noon on Saturday March 19 and March 25.  Bring a rake. Continental breakfast provided.



Free Basic Computer Literacy Classes
Free Basic Computer Literacy Classes are now being offered at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church, 229 Terrace Ave., Hasbrouck Heights. The second session begins on Monday, February 28th at 7:00 p.m. Registration is first night of class. Spaces are limited to five students on a first come first serve basis.  Classes are held in the Care Center located on Franklin Ave. Arrive at 6:45 to register. Contact Gale Sharon at St. John’s for more information: 201-288-9460. Each session consists of 4 weeks: 2nd Session: Feb 28- Hardware Concepts, March 7- Software Concepts, March 14- Mousing Skills, March 21- Keyboarding3rd Session: April 4- Hardware Concepts,April 11- Software Concepts,April 18- Mousing Skills,April 25- Keyboarding ###

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