April 2022
Plastic Ban Bill
Starting on May 4, stores will no longer be allowed to hand out single-use plastic bags. This ban will include paper bags at most grocery stores (anything over 2,500 square feet.) Bring your own reusable bag(s) when you shop. For more information on the ban visit the state's Get Past Plastic website.
Find township government, board and committee meetings and more on the main township calendar.
APRIL
April 29, Friday: Monthly networking meeting by the nonprofit Hazlet Business Owners Association. From 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Cullen Community Center. Light breakfast. RSVP on Facebook page
April 30, Saturday: Town-Wide Garage Sale, 9 am to 4 pm. View the map.
April 30 to May 1: Weekend in Old Monmouth historic walking tours throughout the county. See locations..
MAY
May 2-5: A variety of Group Fitness programs begin at the Cullen Community Center in the first week of May. Join classes in Boot Camp, High Intensity Interval Training, Total Body Sculpting, Strength and Balance, Stroller Bootcamp or Pickleball, offered through Hazlet Recreation. Register on Hazlet.RecDesk.com.
May 5, Thursday:
- Piñatas in the Park - Hazlet Recreation's free family event. From 5 to 8 p.m. at Veterans Park. Music, games, food and more. Rain date is May 6. Let Recreation know you are coming.
- For kids Grades 1 to 5: LEGO Robotics and Coding Adventures 6-week program begins at the Cullen Community Center, offered through Hazlet Recreation. Register.
May 15, Sunday: RHS Marching Band Motoring for Music Car Show, 10 am to 3 p.m. at Raritan High School. Event page.
May 19, Thursday: DIY Wood Painting Class, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Cullen Center. Register.
May 21, Saturday:
- Car Seat informational event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by Hazlet Police Dept. More details to come.
- Princess Tea Party - from noon to 2 p.m. Hazlet Recreation "Parent and Me" event. From noon to 2 p.m. at the Cullen Center. $10 per adult, $5 per child (ages 1-12) Fun tea party games. Refreshments of tea/punch, finger sandwiches and sweets. RSVP.
May 30, Monday: Memorial Day Ceremony at the Cullen Center, Veterans Park. Starts at 10 a.m.
JUNE
June 15, Wednesday: Lunch & Lighthouse Tour on the Navesink Queen Paddle Wheel Boat, Atlantic Highlands Marina. Meet at the boat. From noon to 3 p.m. $55 per person. Lunch and dessert included. Get your ticket.
June 24, Friday: Movie in the Park: "Star Wars," sponsored by Hazlet Recreation. Starting at 8:30 p.m. at Veterans Park. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Food, ice cream on site. Let Recreation know you are coming.
JULY
July 2, Saturday, at dusk. Hazlet Fireworks Display in Veterans Park
July 8, Friday: Parents' Night Out, sponsored by Hazlet Recreation. Enjoy a night out while kids spend time together at the Cullen Community Center. From 6 to 9 p.m. $25 per child. Ages 5 to 12 years old. Space is limited. Admission includes arts and crafts and fun games. Pizza, water and snacks provided. Sign the kids up.
Plan Advances for 8th Street Park Improvements
The Township Committee is another step closer towards its goal to renovate 8th Street Park in the West Keansburg section of Hazlet Township.
Last year, the township learned it won public funding for proposed improvements to the 3.75-acre public park at 8th Street and Brown Avenue. The project plan, created with community stakeholders, includes new playgrounds, a walkway, lighting, parking improvements, a pavilion, fencing, security system and landscaping for an estimated cost of $1.2 million.
At Tuesday’s Township Committee meeting, Mayor Michael Sachs announced the township was informed it would soon be receiving a 20-year low interest NJDEP Green Acres Program loan of $600,000, following action by the state Legislature and Governor.
“We are moving forward with this project," Sachs said. "We have just been notified within the last 48 hours that the Green Acres funding is now available for us to apply for. We are in the process now of doing the paperwork and then it will go out to bid.”
Also, in recent weeks, the township received the agreement paperwork from the Monmouth County Municipal Open Space Program. In December, Hazlet Township won a competitive $250,000 matching grant from the county. The Township's matching portion will come from the Hazlet Township Open Space Trust Fund, thereby providing a total of $500,000 towards the renovation of North Hazlet Community Park, also known as the 8th Street Park.
Mayor Sachs explained the project would not be done in pieces or scaled back.
Both funding programs require the completion of a survey report known as a Preliminary Assessment and Site Inspection (PASI). Earlier this month, the Township Committee received the required T&M Engineering report, which will be submitted with the funding agreements.
Plant a Tree in Hazlet for Earth Day
In celebration of Earth Day Weekend, the Hazlet Environmental Commission will hand out bundled tree seedlings from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 23 at the Hazlet Environmental Commission building at 399 Middle Road, Hazlet, NJ. Free, no registration is required. Bundles include labeled species of Mockernut Hickory, Hackberry, Flowering Dogwood, Kousa Dogwood, Cornelian Cherry, Tulip Poplar and Willow Oak
Seedlings are available on a first come, first served basis, come with instructions on how to store, care for, and plant the trees. The guides help residents choose the right place on a property to plant a tree while keeping in mind the tree’s full-grown size in the future. Residents should plant the seedlings within two days after pick-up to prevent the roots from drying out. The Environmental Commission encourages residents to "Adopt a Tree" to grow it for later planting at the Natco Park Community Garden.
We Have Summer Jobs
The Hazlet Recreation April 16 job fair drew 25 applicants for summer work at the pool club and camp. Like every summer operation in this very tight labor market, we urgently need more counselors and lifeguards for the season. Please spread the word to family and friends that Hazlet is hiring! More information.
Clear the Clutter & Find Bargains in Hazlet
We are nearing 100 addresses on the map for the spring Town-Wide Garage Sale Map. Among the items being offered: a push lawnmower, fishing gear, a room divider, a kettle bell, tricycle and a gaming chair. Host a sale or pick up a bargain in the neighborhood. Deadline to sign up is Thursday, April 28.
Business Owners Salute First Aid
The all-volunteer Hazlet Township First Aid & Rescue Squad just received a $2,000 donation from the Hazlet Business Owners Association.
Did you know:
- The squad has continuously served since 1946.
- First Aid has a Cadet program for ages 16-18.
- In addition to ambulances and special vehicles, it has a rescue boat and EMS Task Force Staging Trailer.
- Donations to help day-to-day operations are accepted through Paypal. And volunteers are greatly needed. Learn more.
Find township government, board and committee meetings and more on the main township calendar.
APRIL
April 23, Saturday: Tree Seedling Giveaway with the Hazlet Environmental Commission at the new building, 399 Middle Road, from 10 am to noon.
April 25, Monday: Blood Drive. Sponsored by Hazlet Emergency Services. At North Centerville Fire House. Register.
April 29, Friday: Monthly networking meeting by the nonprofit Hazlet Business Owners Association. From 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Cullen Community Center. Light breakfast. RSVP on Facebook page
April 30, Saturday: Town-Wide Garage Sale, 9 am to 4 pm. Free. Sign up.
April 30 to May 1: Weekend in Old Monmouth historic walking tours. Website.
MAY
May 2-5: A variety of Group Fitness programs begin at the Cullen Community Center in the first week of May. Join classes in High Intensity Interval Training, Total Body Sculpting, Strength and Balance, Stroller Bootcamp or Pickleball, offered through Hazlet Recreation. Registration site.
May 5, Thursday:
- Piñatas in the Park - Hazlet Recreation's free family event. From 5 to 8 p.m. at Veterans Park. Music, games, food and more. Rain date is May 6. Registration site.
- For kids Grades 1 to 5: LEGO Robotics and Coding Adventures 6-week program begins at the Cullen Community Center, offered through Hazlet Recreation. Registration site.
May 15, Sunday: RHS Marching Band Motoring for Music Car Show, 10 am to 3 p.m. at Raritan High School. Event page.
May 21, Saturday:
- Car Seat informational event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sponsored by Hazlet Police Dept. More details to come.
- Princess Tea Party - from noon to 2 p.m. Hazlet Recreation "Parent and Me" event. From noon to 2 p.m. at the Cullen Center. $10 per adult, $5 per child (ages 1-12) Fun tea party games. Refreshments of tea/punch, finger sandwiches and sweets. Registration site.
May 30, Monday: Memorial Day Ceremony at the Cullen Center, Veterans Park. Starts at 10 a.m.
JUNE
June 15, Wednesday: Lunch & Lighthouse Tour on the Navesink Queen Paddle Wheel Boat, Atlantic Highlands Marina. Meet at the boat. From noon to 3 p.m. $55 per person. Lunch and dessert included. Registration site.
June 24, Friday: Movie in the Park: "Star Wars," sponsored by Hazlet Recreation. Starting at 8:30 p.m. at Veterans Park. Bring your own blankets and chairs. Food, ice cream on site. Registration site.
JULY
July 8, Friday: Parents' Night Out, sponsored by Hazlet Recreation. Enjoy a night out while kids spend time together at the Cullen Community Center. From 6 to 9 p.m. $25 per child. Ages 5 to 12 years old. Space is limited. Admission includes arts and crafts and fun games. Pizza, water and snacks provided. Registration site.
Summer Job Fair
Meet the Recreation Director for an instant employment interview! Come Saturday, April 16, 2022 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the James J. Cullen Center, 1776 Union Ave., Hazlet. More information.
New Events & Programs Announced
Check this out: a Cinco de Mayo celebration called "Piñatas In the Park" on May 5. Also coming up: a Princess Tea Party, Movie in the Park, Family Cornhole Tournament, Parents' Night Out and a Lunch & Lighthouse Tour on a real paddle wheel boat, the Navesink Queen. Children can sign up for LEGO Robotics and Coding Adventures. And there are new Adult Fitness classes to add to our yoga offerings, such as body sculpting, high intensity interval training, strength and balance, stroller bootcamp and Pickleball clinics! See all the offerings on the Hazlet Recreation page and sign-up instructions.
Summer Camp Fee Vote
On Tuesday April 19, the Township Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed Recreation fees, which includes summer camp fees.
Town-Wide Garage Sale Planned for April 30
We have over 60 households signed up! Add your address to the map.
Find township government, board and committee meetings and more on the main township calendar.
APRIL
April 16, Saturday: Hazlet Recreation Job Fair, 11 a.m to 1 p.m. at the James J. Cullen Center. Drop in, learn about summer camp and Swim Club opportunities.
April 23, Saturday: Tree Seedling Giveaway with the Hazlet Environmental Commission at the new building, 399 Middle Road, from 10 am to noon.
April 25, Monday: Blood Drive. Sponsored by Hazlet Emergency Services. At North Centerville Fire House. Register.
April 30, Saturday: Town-Wide Garage Sale, 9 am to 4 pm. Free. Sign up.
April 30 to May 1: Weekend in Old Monmouth historic walking tours. Website.
MAY
May 15, Sunday: RHS Marching Band Motoring for Music, 10 am to 3 p.m. at Raritan High School. Event page.
May 21, Saturday: Hazlet Police offer Car Seat informational event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hazlet PD. More details to come.
May 30, 10 a.m. Memorial Day Ceremony at the Cullen Center, Veterans Park.
Hazlet's "Bike with a Bunny" Parade
Hazlet Recreation's exciting bike parade down Middle Road returns after last year's debut. Over 260 children are registered to ride their bikes from Airport Plaza to Veterans Park under the supervision of Hazlet Police.
The youngest ones will launch from Middle Road School. Parents and guardians are allowed to accompany them on bikes, with push strollers or pull wagons. The Perna Dance Center dancers will appear at the end. Everyone finishes at Veterans Park. There, the kids can hunt for the Bunny in the gazebo, receive a little gift and pose for a photo. Local residents may enjoy watching the two-wheeled parade from the sidewalks. All the details and parking information can be found on the Bike with a Bunny page.
Terranova Appointed to Township Committee
Peter Terranova has been appointed to the Hazlet Township Committee. Terranova will fill the vacancy left by Tara Clark who resigned in February for family health reasons.
Committeeman Terranova’s qualifications include a background as a Wall Street technical analyst. He was also a volunteer football coach with the Hazlet Youth Athletic League and is a longtime resident with family in town.
Monmouth County Commissioner Deputy Director Sue Kiley issued Terranova’s Oath of Office on April 5 as his wife, Cindi, held the Bible and his family stood by to support him.
Terranova, a Republican, immediately joined Republicans Mayor Michael Sachs, Mike Glackin and James “Skip” McKay on the governing body. Following his swearing-in, Mike Glackin was appointed Deputy Mayor, following the resignation April 1 of Deputy Mayor Scott Aagre. The Township Committee is seeking a replacement for Aagre's vacancy.
Terranova will serve as Township Committeeman until the certification of the November election.
DPW to Collect White Metal
Take advantage of the opportunity to leave white metal curbside for the township collection April 18 through 22. Hazlet Township Dept. of Public Works performs this pick-up four times a year. Read details of what is collected, how to place it curbside and what to do about items containing Freon.
Hazlet Police Announce Camp
Applications are now available for 2022 Police Youth Academy Camp scheduled for August 8-12, 2022. Open to all Hazlet students who will attend 6th or 7th grade in September. Seating is limited to 40 students and registrants will be chosen on a “lottery basis.” Applications are available at Police Headquarters. More info.
Find township government, board and committee meetings and more on the main township calendar.
APRIL
April 9, Saturday: Bike with a Bunny. The popular two-wheeled parade returns! Hazlet kids and their parents can ride their bikes from Airport Plaza to Veterans Park on Middle Road under supervision of Hazlet Police. Register your riders.
April 13, Wednesday. The Monmouth County Division on Aging, Disabilities and Veterans Services is coming to Hazlet to explain its offerings. Information session will be at 11 am at the James J. Cullen Center. Register.
April 16, Saturday: Hazlet Recreation Job Fair, 11 am to 1 p.m. at the James J. Cullen Center. Drop in, learn about summer camp and Swim Club opportunities.
April 23, Saturday: Tree Seedling Giveaway with the Hazlet Environmental Commission at the new building, 399 Middle Road, from 10 am to noon.
April 25, Monday: Blood Drive. Sponsored by Hazlet Emergency Services. At North Centerville Fire House. Register.
April 30, Saturday: Town-Wide Garage Sale, 9 am to 4 pm. Free. Sign up.
April 30 to May 1: Weekend in Old Monmouth historic walking tours. Website.
MAY
May 15, Sunday: RHS Marching Band Motoring for Music, 10 am to 3 p.m. at Raritan High School. Event page.
May 21, Saturday: Hazlet Police offer Car Seat informational event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hazlet PD. More details to come.
Military Banner Program Re-Opens
Veterans Park will soon be decorated with over 100 banners displaying the names and faces of our Hazlet heroes, a continuation of our Honor Hazlet Heroes campaign that debuted last year. The banners recognize Hazlet residents past and present who have served our country.
The Hazlet Dept. of Public Works will soon reinstall the banners for display from Memorial Day to Veterans Day. Applications for new additions will be accepted until April 30, 2022.
Learn more.
Poll Workers Will Earn $300
Contribute to your local community, your state and your country and see democracy in action!
The Monmouth County Board of Elections is seeking poll workers for 2022 elections. Earn hourly pay for in-person early voting days and $300 on both Primary and Election Day.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old, US citizens and residents of New Jersey. College and high school students are encouraged to apply. (Those under 18 years of age will work limited hours per shift.) Download an application below.
Possible work dates span Friday, June 3 through Sunday, June 5 (the in-person early voting period) and Tuesday, June 7 (Election Day). Hours and days may vary.
Find township government, board and committee meetings and more on the main township calendar.
APRIL
April 1: Hazlet Business Owners Association monthly networking meeting with fellow Hazlet and Bayshore-area business owners. From 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. to James J. Cullen Community Center, 1766 Union Ave.
April 1, 3: Smart Safe Strong. Empowerment workshop for Hazlet Teen Girls organized by the Hazlet Police Department. Free. Read more and register.
April 2, Saturday: Used Book Sale by Hazlet Library Commission at Hazlet Library, 251 Middle Road. From 9 am to 1 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Hazlet Library. (Not accepting book donations at this time.)
April 6, Wednesday, Spring Job & Internship Fair, Sponsored by Monmouth County Workforce Development Board. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open to all. Brookdale Community College Collins Arena, Lincroft.
April 9, Saturday: Bike with a Bunny. The popular two-wheeled parade returns! Hazlet kids and their parents can ride their bikes from Airport Plaza to Veterans Park on Middle Road under supervision of Hazlet Police. Register your riders.
April 13, Wednesday. The Monmouth County Division on Aging, Disabilities and Veterans Services is coming to Hazlet to explain its offerings. Information session will be at 11 am at the James J. Cullen Center. Register.
April 16, Saturday: Hazlet Recreation Job Fair, 11 am to 1 p.m. at the James J. Cullen Center. Drop in, learn about summer camp and Swim Club opportunities.
April 23, Saturday: Tree Seedling Giveaway with the Hazlet Environmental Commission at the new building, 399 Middle Road, from 10 am to noon.
April 25, Monday: Blood Drive. Sponsored by Hazlet Emergency Services. At North Centerville Fire House. Register.
April 30, Saturday: Town-Wide Garage Sale, 9 am to 4 pm. Free. Sign up.
April 30 to May 1: Weekend in Old Monmouth historic walking tours. Website.
MAY
May 15, Sunday: RHS Marching Band Motoring for Music, 10 am to 3 p.m. at Raritan High School. Event page.
May 21, Saturday: Hazlet Police offer Car Seat informational event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hazlet PD. More details to come.