Township of River Vale

Hi Parents, Labor Day will be over but school will still be out and you need to work! Fitness with Friends and the Township of River Vale to the rescue with a (4) day full or half day camp providing organized, fun, convenient and affordable sports and games camps the week of 9/3. Two separate programs available: 1 for elementary school kids (K-3 and 4-5 grades) and 1 for middle school kids (6-8 grades). Flexible registration options to help you optimize your schedules as needed. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL KIDS GRADES K-5 A fun sports and games focused camp to keep kids active and social *Week (4 days) Full or Half Day *Half Day: 9:00am-12:00pm (before lunch) *Full Day: 9:00am-3:00pm *Flex to Custom Select Days: send your child the days you want! • Arts and Crafts (all days included in cost) • Soccer clinic Day - Wednesday • Basketball clinic Day - Thursday • PIZZA PARTY INCLUDED ON FRIDAY • Located at Mark Lane Field, River Vale, NJ Fee includes arts and crafts material After-care is available until 5pm for an additional fee MIDDLE SCHOOL KIDS WITH COACH JAMIK GRADES 6-8 More sports focused: speed and agility, basketball, dodgeball, conditioning. A great way to get ready for the sports season. • Week Long (4 days) 9-12:30pm • Single Custom Select Days- if you can't make all 4 days, select 1-3 days • Pizza Included on Friday • All levels and abilities LEARN MORE/SIGN UP: https://www.fitnesswithfriends.net/kids-out-clinic Questions, please don't hesitate to email or call Rachel at Fitness with Friends 917 566 4640 or fitnesswithfriends2@gmail.com.

The RVPD's "Ice Cream with a Cop" scheduled for this evening is POSTPONED. A new date will be announced soon.

Bergen County's Annual Senior Festival, a day of fun, music, food, and activities for ages 60+, will be held Thursday, September 12, 2024 at Van Saun County Park in Paramus from 10am to 2pm! Registration is required. https://bergencountyseniorfestival2024.eventbrite.com.

Stop by the River Vale Town Hall parking lot at 406 Rivervale Road for the R.V.P.D.'s "Ice Cream with a Cop" this Friday, August 2 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm! Treats provided by Conrad's and Uncle Louie G!

Join us at the River Vale Farmers Market this Thursday, August 1st from 1pm to 6pm! It’s Watermelon 🍉day! Come for some FREE juicy and refreshing slices complements of Wegmans in Montvale, a Gold Sponsor. Slices available from 2-4pm and from 5-6pm. Also come grab coloring sheets from the Managers Table! Your Summer Coloring with the Dover images from the Market can be entered in an online contest with Dover through August 31st! AMAZING VENDORS FOR 8/1 Hope Cress Farms- dedicated to bringing farm fresh products right to your table! Clyde's Ices & Ice Cream- homemade ice cream and ices, shakes and more! Empanada Lady- delicious gourmet empanadas- ready to eat or frozen for a later date Orlando's Bakery- fresh baked breads, focaccia, pastries, pies and more. PickleLicious – Old world style pickles, olives and more from their family to yours Bountiful Gardenz- locally produced honey 🍯NEW 2024 VENDOR The People’s Herbalist – will also be on-site to quench your thirst with amazing teas and tinctures FOOD TRUCKS Cousin’s Maine Lobster- Delicious lobster rolls, tacos, mac & cheese and more using fresh lobster straight from Maine! Download their app and use freehold location to pre-order and avoid the wait! Angelo’s Finest Pizza- Delicious wood fired pizza LIVE MUSIC Mike Brocato will bring some fun cover music to the market! 3-6pm More information available here: https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market

The River Vale Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is looking for additional volunteers to join the ranks of citizen volunteers within the Township! The next training session starts Sept. 26, 2024. This group is comprised of residents ages 18+ from the Township who receive specialized training in the various areas of emergency management and response. The purpose of the CERT program is to train ordinary citizens to care for themselves, their family, their neighbors and finally, their community, in case of an emergency. These volunteers will help to improve the response and preparedness of the community and emergency services. The CERT training and education experience forms a crucial link between the community and the professional emergency response teams. Sign up today! See our webpage for more information: https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/emergency-management

There is NO recycling pick up on Wednesday, July 31 this week. The next recycling pick up (glass, aluminum, plastic and tin only) will be on Wednesday, August 7. The River Vale Recycling Center is open for drop off on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm. Please do not place recyclables in plastic bags. https://townshiprvnj.sites.thrillshare.com/o/trv/page/recycling

Join Us at the River Vale Farmers Market this Thursday, July 25th! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market Blood Donations via Vitalant BloodMobile will be taking place for our “MAKE A DIFFERENCE” week. If you’re able and meet the criteria, this is a great way to give back. When you donate, you will receive a punch card for the following from our amazing market vendors: FREE Picklelicious pickle-on-a-stick, a slice of pizza from Angelo’s Finest Pizza, a discount on a small Italian ice from Clyde's Homemade Italian Ices & Ice Cream and a FREE Whoopie pie from Cousins Maine Lobster - Freehold, NJ. The card must be redeemed on 7/25/24. Click link below to register in advance and also receive a FREE empanada from Empanada Lady Food Truck, redeemed any time. Register: https://donors.vitalant.org/ Use Code: XFMRV AMAZING VENDORS FOR 7/25- MAKE A DIFFERENCE WEEK Hope Cress Farms- dedicated to bringing our farm fresh products right to your table! Clyde's Ices & Ice Cream- home made ice cream and ices, shakes and more! Empanada Lady- delicious gourmet empanadas- ready to eat or frozen for a later date Orlando's Bakery- fresh baked breads, focaccia, pastries, pies and more. PickleLicious – Old world style pickles, olives and more from their family to yours Babka Paradise- The best Babka this side of the East Coast! Along with delicious challah and other prepared kosher foods! Pesto Joe- Quality ingredients, versatility, and cherished memories—it’s more than just pesto; it’s a piece of their family story. 🌟🍽️ NEW VENDOR!!! Bountiful Gardenz- locally produced honey Ed Moderacki- River Vale History Book Hackensack Meridian – Wellness Checks 3-6pm RV Library- Spin to Win FOOD TRUCKS Cousin’s Maine Lobster- Download their app and use Freehold location to preorder and avoid the wait! Angelo’s Finest Pizza- Delicious wood fired pizza Venti Coffee Co.- Coffee and other cold and hot beverages LIVE MUSIC with David Scance (3-6pm) will bring some fun cover music to the market! Thank you to our 2024 Market Sponsors for supporting the Township of River Vale with live music, kids entertainment and more!! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market

Transform a life and your own. Donate blood! The Vitalant Bloodmobile will be on site at the River Vale Farmers Market on July 25th, 2024, taking appointments from 1-5:30pm. https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa Blood Drive Code: XFMRV or call 877.258.4825 to pre-register. As a special and unique River Vale Farmer’s Market “thank you” for donors, many of our beloved market vendors are showing support by donating “goodies” to donors that day. When you donate, you’ll receive a punch card for a free PickleLicious pickle-on-a-stick, a slice of pizza from Angelo’s Finest Pizza, a discount on a small Italian ice from Clyde’s Ice Cream and a Whoopie Pie from Cousin’s Maine Lobster. All punch card items must be redeemed on 7/25/24. If you use the link to register for your donation ahead of time, you’ll also receive a voucher for a free empanada from The Empanada Lady, which can be redeemed any time this market season! Deciding if you are ready to “Make a Difference” with us? Donating blood just one time can help save 3 lives! Not sure if you are eligible? We understand! Many regulations have changed over time, leading people to falsely believe that they are ineligible to donate. You can visit www.vitalant.com for more specific eligibility information.

Support the River Vale Volunteer Fire Department! Sign up by August 11 for their 2024 Golf Outing and Pickleball Tournament at Edgewood Country Club, being held on Monday, August 26! https://givebutter.com/L7DqXs

River Vale is thrilled to announce a free afternoon of enchanting outdoor music featuring the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra. This special event, open to all residents of Bergen County, will take place at River Vale’s Upper Grove Field, across from the River Vale Public Library, on Sunday, July 21 at 4 pm. The performance will last approximately 90 minutes without an intermission, providing a perfect opportunity for families and friends to enjoy a summer late afternoon together. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs or picnic blankets to make the most of this delightful experience. Clyde’s Italian Ices and Ice Cream & The Hen and the Hog food trucks will be on hand for refreshments to purchase, or you can bring your own! The Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra is a regionally based, auditioned orchestra located in Ridgewood, New Jersey. For over 80 years, the RSO has served northern New Jersey with high quality performances, internationally renowned guest soloists and unique education opportunities for young musicians through their Young Musicians Festival. Hope to see you there!

Free Wellness Screenings Available today or tomorrow in River Vale from Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center! Get your blood pressure, cholestrol and blood glucose checked free of charge: Thursday, 7/18 River Vale Farmers Market from 4 to 6pm Friday, 7/19 River Vale Town Hall from 10am to Noon

Join the RVPD for "Ice Cream With a Cop" next Friday, August 2 from 6pm to 8pm at the Town Hall lot at 406 Rivervale Road!

River Vale Farmers Market this Thursday, 7/18 from 1-6pm! The weather is supposed to cool off a bit making it more comfortable for some time at the market. Come get your fruits and veggies, watch a cooking demo, cool off with ice cream or just listen to the live music!  AMAZING VENDORS FOR 7/18 Hope Cress Farms- dedicated to bringing our farm fresh products right to your table! Clydes Ices’s & Ice-Cream- homemade ice cream and ices, shakes and more!  Empanada Lady- delicious gourmet empanadas- ready to eat or frozen for a later date Orlandos Bakery- fresh baked breads, focaccia, pastries, pies and more. PickleLicious – Old world style pickles, olives and more Babka Paradise-  The best Babka this side of the East Coast along with delicious challah and other prepared kosher foods! Thijs Van Veen – Paracord Bracelets Eagle Scout fundraiser Bountiful Gardenz- locally produced honey Phenix Knife Sharpening- sharpen knives, lawn mower blades, scissors and more. Satya blends – delicious spices-  Chef Demo at 2 & 5Pm Hackensack Meridian – Wellness Checks 3-6pm Mini golf sponsored by Eagle Scouts Safety Kids NJ – pedestrian safety Music: Mingo Lodge, 3-6pm (weather permitting) RV Library Spin to Win, Raffle                                              Kids Korner- toys and games FOOD TRUCK The Mozzarella God    - Do Not Miss! The Mozzarella God, serving up cheesy goodness, prides itself on using only high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients in all of our dishes with a unique menu including fusion cuisine with a creative twist on classic dishes. RAFFLE We are raffling off a Code Ninjas Golden Ticket- get an entry for making a difference and registering for Blood Donation next week , 7/25.   To make donations easy, Vitalant BloodMobile will be on-site at the market on July 25th, 2024, taking appointments from 1-5:30pm. https://donors.vitalant.org/dwp/portal/dwa Donor Code: XFMRV As a special and unique River Vale Farmer’s Market “thank you” for our donors, many of our beloved market vendors are showing support by donating “goodies” to donors that day.  this market season! Details on the Farmers Market webpage: https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market

From the River Vale Joint Planning Board: At the request of the applicant, the Incandescent Development, LLC application for 691 & 693 Rivervale Road, Block 813, Lots 17 & 18, will be adjourned to a future meeting date. The Township website will be updated once a meeting date is determined. Proper notice will be provided and published by the applicant. https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/joint-planning-board

We hope you had a great holiday weekend and are ready to shop Thursday at the River Vale Farmers Market from 1-6pm! We have over 17 vendors with 3 NEW ones for you to try this week!! LIVE MUSIC: Steve Kelman; 3-6pm (Weather dependent) KIDS ENTERTAINMENT: Glitter Tattoos by Balloon Chica; 2-4pm (weather dependent) FOOD TRUCKS: Mexi-Bros and Angelo’s Finest Pizza SHARK WEEK: o Bring or wear a shark and win a prize!! o See real shark teeth! o 7-Eleven free small Slurpee in their River Vale store THURSDAY ONLY o Glitter Tattoos by Balloon Chica: 2-4pm o Grab a “Water Watcher Lanyard” to help with sharing pool watching duty at your next party, courtesy of “Safe Kids of Bergen County” AMAZING VENDORS ON 7/11 • Hope Cress Farms • Orlandos Famous Bakery • PickleLicious • The Cheese Guy NEW!! • The Empanada Lady • Clyde's Ice Cream and ices- Special Shark Flavor • Venti Coffee- NEW!! • Babka Paradise • Tibbs Closet- Eco-friendly products for the home and pet NEW!! • People’s Herbalist –Try their shark week signature drink • Monarch Café – Pollinator Milkweed Plants NEW!! • Eagle Scouts Parachord Bracelet Fundraiser • Bountiful Gardenz- Local honey NEW!! • Kids Entertainment-Balloon Chica with Glitter Tattoos; 2-4pm • Kids Korner- Duplos, coloring & Connect 4 We hope you’ll come out to see us and meet our vendors, support our small businesses by trying their locally grown or created products! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market Market Sponsors We are so lucky to have amazing sponsors supporting our market and helping us to offer the amazing entertainment and so more. Balloon Chica Make Something, Inc. Code Ninjas The Jewish Home Mathnasium Varsity House Wegmans Camp Ramaquois Mind Body Paws M&T Bank Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center Arbor Terrace Norwood

Join Coach Jamik, in partnership with River Vale Recreation, for Summer 2024 Speed Camp at the Mark Lane Field Complex! Weekday morning sessions available July 15 to 19 and August 5 to 9. Printable flyer: https://5il.co/2qlm6. Email for info: info@run4thelove.com Link to register: https://www.jotform.com/241125776714155

Fun with Chess in the Park, in partnership with River Vale Recreation, begins this Friday, July 12! Play chess in the early evening shade of the Mark Lane Pavilion! There are still spots available in sessions for Ages 5 through Adult. Chess sets provided by New Jersey Sports Academy LLC. $159 for 8 classes. Printable Flyer: https://5il.co/2m6si Additional info: 646-541-3976 Email to register: newjerseysportsacademy@gmail.com.

Register for weekly sports camps here in River Vale with USA Sports! There are still some spots available in a variety of programs for ages 5 to 12 years old starting in mid-July! https://usasportgroup.com/recreation/866-river-vale-township-recreation-department-river-vale-nj

Registration is now open for the River Vale 2024-2025 First Friends Playgroup program! First Friends is a municipally sponsored playgroup, run by volunteer parents, for River Vale children ages 1 - 5. Details here: https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/first-friends