April 5, 2019

1. Township Accepting Applications from Residents for Participation in the 2019 East Windsor Community Garden.  The Community Garden is located on the Disbrow Hill Road open space property, adjacent to the Disbrow Hill playing fields and across from Etra Lake Park.  The Community Garden, which will kickoff in mid-April, provides residents with the opportunity to rent a plot of land to plant their own fruits and vegetables.  To obtain an application or further information, contact the Municipal Clerk's Office at (609) 443-4000, ext. 238.
2. Join in the Stream Cleanup Co-Sponsored by East Windsor Township and The Watershed Institute on Saturday, April 13, from 9 A.M. to 11 A.M. at Etra Lake Park, Rain or Shine.  Volunteers should wear boots and long sleeves and bring work gloves, if possible.  Adults must accompany minors.  Supplies, T-shirts, and refreshments will be provided.  For additional information or to register, visit The Watershed Institute website at www.thewatershed.org or contact Erin Stretz at estretz@thewatershed.org or (609) 737-3735, ext. 17.
3. Annual East Windsor Egg Hunt Is Scheduled for Saturday, April 13 at 9 A.M., at Etra Lake Park (rain date Sunday, April 14 at 1:30 P.M.).  The egg hunt is for children in pre-school through Grade 5.  This annual event features lots of candy, prizes, and fun!  There is no fee or registration, but each child should bring a basket or bag.  To avoid a last minute traffic jam at the park entrance, plan to arrive early.  If inclement weather, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 400 for information.
4. East Windsor Kicks Off Distracted Driver "U Drive, U Text, U Pay" Campaign Underwritten by $5,500 Distracted Driving Enforcement Grant, to Run Through April 21.  The $5,500 NJ Division of Highway Traffic Safety "U Drive, U Text, U Pay" grant, part of a statewide initiative, is for targeted enforcement of distracted driving behaviors, such as texting, holding a cell phone, grooming, reading, and using other electronic devices while driving.  This initiative is geared to promote the responsible operation of motor vehicles for everyone through increased public awareness and education as well as enforcement of existing state distracted driving laws.  Motorists should give their full attention to the roadway while driving and do their part to help keep our roadways safer for all drivers, passengers, and pedestrians.
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov and police department kick off "U Drive, U Text, U Pay" Campaign.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   Police Officer Gregory Hager;  Police Officer Sebastian Marin;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Police Sergeant Ryan Ballard, and Police Officer Michael Greco.   
   
5. East Windsor Recreation Department Offers 2019 Spring Break Camp for Students in Kindergarten through Second Grades.  The Nature and Exploration Camp will be held at the Etra Lake Park Environmental Center, April 22 to April 26, 9 A.M.to 3 P.M.  Campers will explore nature and investigate wildlife while engaged in hands-on art, science and outdoor activities.  Online registration and payment is available at (CLICK HERE).  Program information is available at the Township municipal building, local libraries and online at (CLICK HERE).  For additional information call (609) 443-4000, ext. 225.
6. East Windsor Township Will Hold Recycling Day on Saturday, April 27 from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M., Rain or Shine, at the East Windsor Senior Center (40 Lanning Boulevard).  This Township event is sponsored by Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Members of Council, in conjunction with the East Windsor Clean Communities Committee.  Free document shredding will be available to East Windsor residents.  There is a limit of ten boxes per household, and no commercial drop-offs are permitted.  Residents also will be able to drop off cell phones, fluorescent bulbs and toner cartridges, as well as used electronics, computers, computer equipment and televisions.  The East Windsor/Hightstown Lions Club will be collecting used eye glasses.  RISE will have trucks on-site to collect clothing, shoes, blankets, housewares (plates, mugs, and related items) and working household appliances and electronics.  For further information, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 215.
7. ​​​Mayor Janice S. Mironov Proclaimed National Library Week April 7 to 13 with the Theme "Libraries = Strong Communities," and recognized the East Windsor branches, Hickory Corner and Twin Rivers, of the Mercer County Library system.  Mayor Janice S. Mironov, presented the Proclamation, along with Barnes & Noble gift certificates donated by Shiseido, to:  Mary Astarita, Senior Reference Librarian for Hickory Corner Branch; Jeanne Murray, Branch Manager of Twin Rivers Library;  Debbie Scherholz, President of the Friends of the Library Group for Hickory Corner Library, and Phyllis Anker, Mercer County Library Commissioner.  The two libraries were recognized as key centers within our communities, which provide valuable access to many diverse resources and serve as a center for community group meetings.  The Mayoral Proclamation "encouraged all people to support and rediscover the wealth of resources and services available at the East Windsor Township libraries," further stating "Our public libraries safeguard the right of Americans to free access to read, learn and connect to information on all subjects and representing all points of view, serving as a cornerstone of our democracy."
   
   
   Mayor Janice S. Mironov presents National Library Week Proclamation and Barnes & Noble gift certificates donated by Shiseido to local library representatives.  Pictured (from left to right) are:   Phyllis Anker, Mercer County Library Commissioner;  Debbie Scherholz, President of the Friends of the Library Group for Hickory Corner Library;  Mayor Janice S. Mironov;  Mary Astarita, Senior Reference Librarian, Hickory Corner Library;  Jeanne Murray, Branch Manager of Twin Rivers Library, and Council Member Denise Daniels.
8. East Windsor Recreation Department is Accepting Applications for 2019 Summer Camp Positions.  The positions include camp supervisors, camp counselors, lifeguards, before and after care camp staff, and (non-paying) counselors-in-training.  Applications can be obtained by contacting the Township Recreation Department at (609) 443-4000, ext. 214 or online at (CLICK HERE).  Individuals 18 years and older will be subject to a background check.  Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.
9. East Windsor Recreation Department Summer Camp Registration Is Open for Township Residents.  Recreation day camps will be offered for students entering grades Kindergarten through 6.  The Explorer camp is designed for campers entering grades Kindergarten and 1, the Adventure camp is designed for campers entering grades 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6, and the 2019 Travel camps are offered for campers entering grades 5 through 9.  Camp Care for before and after care of campers is also available for an additional fee.  Online registration and payment is available at (CLICK HERE).  Program information is available at the Township municipal building, local libraries and online at (CLICK HERE).  For additional information call (609) 443-4000, ext. 225.
10. East Windsor Encourages Community Groups to Participate in 2019 Township Adopt-A-Spot Program.  Under this program, participating groups "adopt" a public property and keep it clean during the year.  A placard is erected on the site indicating that it has been "adopted by" with the name of the group.  The groups are expected to perform clean-up three times per month from April 1 through November 30.  Adopt-A-Spot is a great program in not only ensuring public areas of our community are well-maintained, but also has been a wonderful educational tool for teaching young people social responsibility and community pride.  To participate, interested groups should send a letter to East Windsor Clean Communities Committee, ATTN:  Mayor Janice S. Mironov, 16 Lanning Boulevard, East Windsor, NJ 08520.
11. East Windsor Township Launches Nixle Communications System, implemented by Mayor and Council, to enable immediate text messages to registered cell phones and email addresses, to alert residents and businesses about safety and health subjects of concern, such as severe weather conditions, traffic disruption alerts, road closures, flooding conditions, power outages and important public health notices, as well as other significant community updates and important announcements.  The Nixle communications tool will assist the Township in notifying large numbers of people in real time concerning conditions or issues affecting safety and travel issues.  Residents are encouraged to register for the notifications by texting "08520" to the number 888-777 from their cell phone.  Residents also can register online (CLICK HERE) to receive the notifications via email and/or mobile phone.  IMPORTANT NOTE:   Regardless of your zip code, you must register under the zip code 08520 to receive East Windsor related Nixle alerts.