"Newport Water Way" ~ Newport, NJ (photo above)
Things To Do Around Downe!
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please email me at: downebythebay@comcast.net Saturday, December 8, 2018 ~ 6pm
Santa Claus at Downe Twp. Station 39 Corner of Baptist & Fortescue Road, Newport Even though Santa is super busy, he’s going to take time to come visit us again!!! He will come in on a fire truck in the parade, then he’ll walk everyone back to the station for hot chocolate, snacks and crafts!!! Make sure to bring your Christmas list as Santa will take time to listen to each one of you!!! Monday, December 10, 2018 ~ 7pm
"The Next Chapter" Hosted by the Dividing Creek Historical Society Union Hall, 904 Main Street, Dividing Creek, NJThis is a mixed a cappella chorus led by Gene Tubertini. They will be singing songs of the season. This is a free concert. Please bring a nonperishable food item as we are collecting food items for the Commercial Township Food Bank to share with those in need this Christmas season. Refreshments will be served after the program. For information call 856-447-4470. 
Weds., December 12, 2018
Downe Twp Community ARC Blood Drive 2 pm to 7pm Senior Center, DT Municipal, Complex, Newport, NJ Blood supplies are at a low and donors are needed. The DT Seniors once again are acting as hosts and do a fantastic job making donors feel welcome and comfortable. Light refreshments served including home made baked goods and giveaways. Visit www.redcrossblood.org to sign up a head of time with RapidPass! Thank you and see you December 12th! For information and appointments call Kary at 856-297-1699 or go to www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code "downetwp" to schedule your appointment. Downe Township Senior Center Dance
3rd Monday each month, April to December, 2018 288 Main Street, Newport ~ 7:30 pm Ages 50 & over. Check schedule. Admission is free donations accepted. Food and snack donations encouraged. For more information, call the Senior Center at 447-3039. 
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Downe Twp. Seniors Walk to End Alzheimer's Association Fund Raising Drive Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease! For more information or to donate click on the Alzhemier's Association logo to the left. Thank You! Enjoy the Delaware Bay... Fish, Cruise, Explore! Contact the Fortescue Captain's and Boat Owners Association for more information about charters, daily schedules for open boat fishing trips, evening dinner cruises, lighthouse cruises and more! Buy your ticket and get on board! For information call; 856-462-7314: Don Stein or 609-381-7263: Dave Sharpless or 609-381-2978: Mike Rothman or visit www.fortescuemarina.com FORTESCUE ANGLERS Meetings are held April through October on the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Fortescue Fire Company #1 Hall located at 10 Vassar Avenue, Fortescue, NJ 08321. The meetings begin promptly at 7:30 PM and feature guest speakers when available along with refreshments at the end of each meeting. We hope to see you all at the first meeting on April 14th at 7:30pm. Mark these dates on your calendar! 2018 Meeting Dates April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13. For more information and fishing tournament dates visit www.fortescueanglers.org Places to Visit
Dividing Creek Historical Society 904 Main Street, P.O. Box 23 Dividing Creek, NJ 08315 For information and scheduled events call: 856-447-4470 or 856-785-2013 Fortescue Chapel Ongoing events scheduled. 157 New Jersey Avenue, Fortescue, NJ Call Rev. Dr. Fred Goos at 609-805-8234 for more information. Other Things to Do...
DOWNE TOWNSHIP SENIOR CENTER 288 Main Street, Newport (Municipal Hall adjacent to municipal offices) For information on senior activities such as monthly dances, meetings and other events call: DOWNE TOWNSHIP SENIOR CENTER..................856-447-3039 ANNETTE PERRY, Program Committee............... 856-447-5078 DOUG COOK, President....................................... 210-846-9750 If you are a resident of Downe Township and are at least 50 years of age, consider joining and sharing your ideas. Dues are $5 per member per year. For more information, call the Senior Center at 447-3039. Downe Township Senior Center Dance 3rd Monday each month, April to December, 2018 288 Main Street, Newport ~ 7:30 pm Ages 50 & over. Check schedule. Admission is free donations accepted. For more information, call the Senior Center at 447-3039. Downe Township Seniors Weekly on Tuesdays “Zumba Class” Downe Township Senior Center, 288 Main St., Newport, NJ 10am - $5 per session. For other events or how to join call 447-3039! "The Downe Yarners and Sewers" Meet from 1 to 3 p.m. every Wednesday at the Downe Township Senior Center and welcome crocheters, knitters, and sewers to join them. For more information call 447-3039 Each Month DOWNE TOWNSHIP Committee Public meetings at 7 p.m. SECOND Monday of each month at the municipal building, 288 Main St., Newport, NJ Next meeting: Call township office to confirm meeting dates, 856-447-3100. Residents should attend to receive updates and ask question and comment on: taxes, zoning issues, projects in progress and planned, environmental issues, budget and financial commitments. DOWNE TOWNSHIP Zoning & Planning Board Public meetings at 7 p.m. second Tuesday each month at the municipal building, 288 Main St., Newport, NJ Next meeting: Call township office to confirm meeting dates, 856-447-3100. Residents should attend to ask questions, comment: on zoning and land use issues, conditions effecting the quality of life of township residents. |
Sunday, December 9, 2018 ~ 12pm - 5pm
49th Annual Christmas in Greenwich Hosted by Cumberland County Historical Society 960 Ye Greate Street, Greenwich, New Jersey 08323 Cumberland County Historical Society Museums’ Open, Open House Tours, Churches Open for Tours, Music & Victorian Carolers, Gingerbread House Competition. S’mores with Santa, Craft Faire at the Fire Hall, Civil War Re-enactors. Food and light refreshments available throughout the tour. $15/Per Person (Children Under 12 Free) For information call 856-455-8580 or visit www.cchistsoc@verizon.net. Christmas Events
November 29 thru December 1, 2018 "Festival of Lights" Cohanzick Zoo, Mayor Aitken Dr., Bridgeton, NJ Entertainment, kid's crafts, lots of lights, $3 in advance, $5 at the gate. Limited reserved parking availale for $5. For more information call 856-453-1675. Saturday, December 1, 2018 - 1-6pm "31st Annual Yultide Tour of Historic Salem Rain or shine. Visit historic home, churches, museums. $15 in advance, $20 day of event. Christmas Parade at 11am. Salem Tree Lighting Ceremony after tour. For more information call 856-339-0400. Saturday & Sunday, December 1 & 2, 2018 - 10am to 4pm "26th Annual Holiday Craft Show" Sheep Farm, 561 Hands Mill Road, Belleplain, NJ. For more information call 856-861-0328.
Bayshore Center at Bivalve For activities and a schedule of their ongoing events visit: For information call 856 785 2060 www.bayshorecenter.org Visit the Bayshore Center for "Second Fridays by the Bay" Friday, July 13, 2018 ~ 5:30 to 8:30 pm WheatonArts
For Upcoming Events Visit: www.wheatonarts.org or call 856-825-6800 or 800-998-4552 Visit the WheatonArts site for a complete schedule of their events! Glasstown Arts District ~ Millville, NJ Events MONDAY 12 • 3 • 10 • 17 • 31 • 2018 ~ 11 am Monday Mah-Jongg at Bogart's. Every Monday learn to play and join in on the fun for a Mah-Jongg game. It is a Free event. While your at Bogart's, enjoy refreshing beverages, lunch or a snack. Thousands of books to browse and enjoy when you're done playing. 856-327-3714 THIRD THURSDAY 12 • 20 • 2018 Every Third Thursday @ Carlisle ~ 6pm to 8pm Carlisle School of Glass Art, 412 S. Wade Blvd, Millville, NJ 08332 Introduction to Flame-working Glass, every third Thursday. Learn to operate a mini-torch and create a bead with soft glass. Call to register: 856-825-0627 SECOND SATURDAY 12 • 8 • 2018 6-8 pm Second Saturday Wine Tasting Village on High, 501 N High Street, Millville, NJ Every 2nd Saturday of the month, the Village on High holds a wine tasting and food pairings. Cost is $15 per person. There is also an optional Chinese Auction. Live music is in abundance and the garden courtyard and cottage shops are enticing. Whether this is a regular stop on your social calendar or a first-time experience, you are bound to have a great time! Call for reservations: 609-254-3021 THIRD FRIDAY 12 • 21 • 2018 Welcome to Third Friday in the Arts District! Every Third Friday of every month. Art exhibitions, live music, theater, dining, and shopping. As you are browsing the galleries and shops, enjoy the live music on the sidewalks and public spaces (weather permitting). Live music is abundant in many, many businesses. Reservations are suggested for some of our restaurants. Plan your fun evening with friends or family! 856-293-0556 The Levoy Theater
126-130 N. High Street, Millville, NJ 08332 856-327-6400 Millville’s Levoy Theatre is a first-rate performing arts center which engages, educates and serves a wide audience in Southern New Jersey through diverse programming. For a schedule of performances and events call or visit www.levoy.net NJ Motorsports Park For more information on their schedule of events and activities call (856) 327-7202 or visit www.njmp.com Places to Visit
East Point Lighthouse 10 Lighthouse Road Heislerville, NJ Open Saturday and Sunday, first and third weekend of each month. For information and scheduled events call: 856-785-9927 www.lhchallengenj.org www.eastpointlight.info 
Wildlife Preserves and Hiking Glades Wildlife Refuge Turkey Point Rd. and Maple Ave. Newport, NJ - 2.68 miles Harold N. Peek Preserve S. 2nd Street, Millville, NJ - 9.86 miles For more information vist www.natlands.org Gibbon House c.1730
960 Ye Greate Street, Greenwich, NJ Mansion with 18th and 19th century furnishings contains a walk-in fireplace in which open fire cooking demonstrations are given. In The Barn Museum on property is display of gardening tools and agricultural implements. For more information call Cumberland County Historical Society 856-455-8580 or www.cchistsoc.org Hancock House State Historic Site 3 Front Street, Hancock’s Bridge, NJ 18th century patterned brick end manor house. Site of British-led massacre during American Revolution. Site includes Swedish Cedar Plank Cabin where hearth cooking demonstrations take place. 856-935-4373 |