Township of River Vale

River Vale Town Hall will be closed on Friday, April 18. We reopen on Monday, April 21 at 9:00 am. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

ART Classes Available for Grades K-3 at the River Vale Community Center! New 6-week Thursday afternoon session starting 5/8/25 in partnership with One River School of Art & Design. One week half day summer camps available too! Details and registration here: https://oneriverschool.com/river-vale-community-center-2025/

🌸 River Vale Spring Fling 5K Charity Run/Walk 🌸 Sponsored by the Township of River Vale and hosted by Fitness with Friends & Run4The Love Get ready to lace up and make a difference! Join us for the River Vale Spring Fling 5K Charity Run/Walk on Sunday, May 18th in beautiful River Vale, NJ! This community event is open to everyone (you don't need to be a RV resident)—families, friends, kids, and even your furry companions! Whether you’re running for a personal best or walking to enjoy the spring vibes, your participation supports a great cause- All proceeds will be donated to Helping Hand Food Pantry. https://www.helpinghandfoodpantry.com/ Date: Sunday, May 18th Time: Registration begins at 7:30am, Race starts at 8:30am Where: Mark Lane Field, River Vale Fee: $25 There will be food, music, free t-shirt and other giveaways and of course free massages for all entrants post race. 🏅 Prizes awarded to: • Top Female Runner • Top Male Runner • Top Junior Runners Free T-Shirt for all who enter by May 1st. Bring your energy, bring your crew, and let’s make it a day full of fun, fitness, and giving back! All are welcome. All are invited. Let’s run/walk for love! 💙👟 REGISTER NOW- $25. REGISTRATION INCREASES ON 5/2 TO $30. SIGN UP/LEARN MORE - www.fitnesswithfriends.net/5kfunrunwalk SPONSORS: Premier Surgical Network - https://www.premiersurgicalnetwork.com/ Lukin Center for Psychotherapy - https://www.lukincenter.com/ If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a sponsor, please reach out to Rachel at fitnesswithfriends2@gmail.com Volunteers are always needed. Please reach out. Thank you, Rachel & Jamik

Hop Into Fun! River Vale Easter Egg Hunt Is This Saturday! 🐰🥚 Calling all families and egg-hunting enthusiasts! Join us for the annual River Vale Easter Egg Hunt. Bring your baskets, your energy, and your excitement for a fun-filled festive morning! Details: 📅 Date: This Saturday, April 12 🕒 Time: 9:30am📍 Location: Holdrum Middle School Gym 🎉 Special Highlights: Photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny, Music, Crafts and Treats! Don't miss out on this egg-citing event! Spread the word and come ready to hunt, laugh, and celebrate the season.

🌸 2nd Annual River Vale Spring Gift Fair – Join Us for a Day of Fun and Shopping! 🌸 The River Vale Social & Cultural Affairs Department is excited to announce the 2nd Annual River Vale Spring Gift Fair, and we invite you all to come celebrate the season with us! 🗓 Date: Saturday, May 10 ⏰ Time: 10:00 am to 3:00pm 📍 Location: River Vale Community Center, 628 Rivervale Road 💲 Admission: FREE! Get ready to shop from a wide variety of local artisans, makers, and small businesses offering unique, handcrafted gifts perfect for any occasion including Mother's Day! This family-friendly event is the perfect way to enjoy the spring season while supporting our local community. Come out, bring your friends and family, and enjoy a day of shopping, food, music and fun. We can’t wait to see you there! For more information, email culturalaffairs2@rivervalenj.org Let’s make this spring season memorable – see you at the fair! #RiverValeSpringFair #SupportLocal #SpringShopping

Deadline to register for River Vale's Spring Pre-K T-Ball Program is tomorrow, April 4! The six week clinic will be held on Saturday afternoons starting May 3. Registration is available online only via Community Pass. Cost is $60 per child. Space is limited!! Details and link to register here: https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/pre-k-t-ball

Spring Yoga with Michele starts this Thursday, 4/3 at 6:30pm! There are still a few spots available. Register online now via Community Pass. $75 for 6 classes. All levels welcome. Don't forget your yoga mat! https://register.capturepoint.com/rivervale

Spring is here which means Garage Sale Season is BACK! Kick off your bargain hunting this Sunday, March 30 here in River Vale: 301 Rockland Avenue Sunday, March 30 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/upcoming-garage-sales

The 8th Annual Free Paper Shredding & Recycling Day will be held Saturday, April 12 from 9:00am to 1:00pm at the Mark Lane Sports Complex! Donations will also be collected for the Helping Hand Food Pantry. Free lunch totes and stickers available while supplies last. This event is open to residents of River Vale and Montvale only. See you there!

Free blood pressure screenings available this morning, Wednesday, March 26 from 10am to 12pm at River Vale Town Hall at 406 Rivervale Road!

Registration is open for multiple kids' sport programs from USA Sport Group in partnership with River Vale Recreation! Both Spring and Summer Clinics and Camps are available. Details and registration here: https://usasportgroup.com/recreation/866-river-vale-twp-river-vale-nj

🎾 Join Our 6-Week Tennis Clinics for Adults! Registration Now Open! ADULT TENNIS CLINIC Looking to improve your game? Whether you're a beginner or an intermediate player, the Fitness with Friends in partnership with the Township of River Vale 6-Week Tennis Clinic is designed to help you develop skills, build confidence, and have fun on the court! ✅ Affordable & Convenient – Located right here in River Vale at Upper Grove Courts ✅ Expert Coaching – Learn from experienced, passionate instructors ✅ Small Group Sizes – Personalized attention to maximize improvement, only 4 players per group ✅ Fun & Engaging – Meet fellow players and enjoy the game! 📅 Starts Saturday, April 5– Limited Spots Available! 📍 Upper Grove Courts, River Vale 💰 $289 Don't miss out—reserve your spot today! Learn More and sign up! https://www.fitnesswithfriends.net/clinics

Garden debris pickup will begin tomorrow, Tuesday, March 25, for branches bundled under 4 feet and those also placed in barrels. Additional information here: https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/garden-debris-collection Large branches over 4 feet will be picked up starting Monday, March 31st. https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/large-branch-heavy-wood-collection

Update: Project moved to Tuesday, 3/25 due to weather! There will be utility work at the intersection of Rivervale Road and Prospect Avenue. Rivervale Road will be closed from Lamanna Drive to Kennedy Court. Prospect Avenue will be closed at the intersection. Police Officers will be present to conduct traffic control and assist residents who reside in the affected area in accessing their homes/businesses. Please follow the posted detours. We appreciate your anticipated cooperation. Please contact the River Vale Police Department with any questions or concerns.

Chess Lessons are back at River Vale's Mark Lane Pavilion for ages 5-14 on Friday afternoons starting April 25! Chess sets provided. Presented by New Jersey Sports Academy in partnership with River Vale Recreation. Additional info: 646-541-3976 Email to register: newjerseysportsacademy@gmail.com

***A Message from the Department of Public Works*** Due to constant illegal dumping outside of posted hours, we will be closely monitoring the Recycling Center located at 320 Rivervale Road. The center is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8am to 3pm and drop off is only permitted during those hours. Thank you.

Registration opens for River Vale's 2025 Summer Camps tomorrow, Saturday, March 15 online only via Community Pass as follows: Camp Have Some Fun - 9:00am Kindergarten Kamp - 9:30am Safety Town - 10:00am Please see website for camp details and link to register: https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/summer-camps

The NJ Motor Vehicle "Agency on Wheels" will be at River Vale Town Hall on Thursday, April 17 from 10 am to 2pm. APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED. Limited appointments for REAL ID and other services to be made online only here: https://telegov.njportal.com/njmvcmobileunit.

Reminder: Around the County Satellite Office and Passport Outreach Services will be at River Vale Town Hall TOMORROW Wed., March 12 from 10:00am to 2:00pm! No appointment necessary. Call 201-336-7057 or email gdesantis@bergencountynj.gov for further information.

The next session of Thursday Night Yoga With Michele starts April 3! Pre-register to the online "wait list" now via Community Pass. Just $75 for 6 classes. Payment due at the first class. https://register.communitypass.net/rivervale