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July 12, 2005

Mayor Praises Community Generosity, Cites Need for Continued Support

The opening night of the 2005 Mayor’s Summer Concert Series brought in 6,100 pounds of much-needed food for the Township’s eight food banks, announced Mayor Frank G. Pelzman.

Patrons who attend the concerts are encouraged to donate canned goods and non-perishable food items that are given to the Woodbridge Food Bank. Monday’s concert by popular 1960s’ hitmakers The Duprees drew a record one-night donation total.

“Our audiences are incredibly generous,” said Mayor Pelzman. “In the midst of having a good time, Woodbridge Township residents do not forget their neighbors.”

Many food banks close in summer because of a drastic seasonal drop-off in donations, noted Mayor Pelzman, even though demand for assistance increases. “We are fortunate that our local food banks can remain open because of the community’s vigilance and concern.”

The Mayor’s Summer Concert Series continues each Monday through August 29. “We hope the donation total rises with each concert,” said Mayor Pelzman.

The ongoing need for donations continues, however, and Mayor Pelzman urged people to drop off canned goods or other non-perishables at the Woodbridge Township Health Center on George Frederick Plaza between Woodbridge High School and the Main Library. Donations will be accepted Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A collection barrel has been set up in the Health Center lobby.

Donations may also be brought to the following food pantries: St. James Church, Grove Avenue, Woodbridge; Trinity Episcopal Church, Trinity Lane, Woodbridge; Congregation Adath Israel, Amboy Avenue, Woodbridge; First Congregational Church, Barron Avenue, Woodbridge; First Presbyterian Church, Rahway Avenue, Woodbridge; First Presbyterian Church, Middlesex Avenue, Iselin; First Presbyterian Church, E. Woodbridge Avenue, Avenel; St. Cecelia Church, Wilus Way, Iselin.

For more information on the Mayor’s Summer Concert Series call (732) 596-4048. For information about the Woodbridge Food Bank call (732) 855-0600 ext. 5034.