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Mar. 23, 2006

Township takes active role in promoting programs for growing under-18 population

April is national Month of the Young Child , and Woodbridge Township will offer close to two dozen special events incorporating this year’s theme of “Building Better Futures for All Children” .

The Township celebration begins Mar. 31 at 10 a.m. with a ceremony at the YMCA-Community Center, 600 Main Street. Mayor Frank G. Pelzman will present a proclamation declaring April as Month of the Young Child and honoring all those involved in the work of educating young children.

Magician Ed O’Neill will entertain, and the event is free and open to the public.

“Nearly a quarter of our Township population is under age of 18,” says Mayor Frank G. Pelzman. “As that population grows, we are devoting an increasing number of programs and resources to young people’s physical, intellectual and social development.”

Throughout the year hundreds of classes and programs for youth are offered by the Barron Arts Center, Woodbridge Township Youth Recreation Council, Department of Parks and Recreation, Township Libraries and YMCA at the Woodbridge Community Center.

The Township Health and Human Services Department has also deployed additional clinics and services for young people and families, including the year-long lead screening program for children ages 1-5 sponsored in part by funding from Alcoa Foundation.

“Young People’s Month in Woodbridge is our way of drawing attention to the incredible diversity of activities the Township offers for young people and their families,” says Councilwoman Caroline Ehrlich, who chaired the committee organizing the events.

Notable events during the month include the annual Township Easter Egg Hunt (Apr. 8), Easter Parade (Apr. 16), Woodbridge Township Spring Festival sponsored by Centenary College (Apr. 17) and Youth Volunteer Recognition Day (Apr. 22) honoring the Township’s youth involved in community service.

“Young people are our best resource for the future,” says Mayor Pelzman. “These programs are an example of our commitment to furthering their development.”

2006 Woodbridge Township YOUNG PEOPLE’S MONTH EVENTS – all events are free

Mar. 31 ‑ Young People’s Month Kickoff. 10-11 a.m. Live entertainment for kids of all ages to begin the celebration of a great month. YMCA-Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main St. , Woodbridge . Call (732) 596-4170 for info.

Apr. 1 – Teen Karaoke Nite. 7-9:30 p.m. Sing and be a star! YMCA-Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main St. , Woodbridge . Call (732) 596-4170 for info.

Apr. 3 – StudentWorks Art Exhibit Opening. 7-9 p.m. Artwork by elementary students from Woodbridge Township schools. Barron Arts Center, 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge. Call (732) 634-0413 for info.

Apr. 4 – One Book New Jersey. 4-4:45 p.m. Main Library, grades K-3. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 4 – Read to a Dog or Cat. 7-8 p.m. Inman branch, ages 8-12. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 5 – Times for 3’s. 10-11 a.m. Fords branch. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 5 – Time for Tots. 10-10:15 a.m., 11-11:15 a.m. Main Library, ages 12-24 mos. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 8 – Easter Egg Hunt & Pictures with the Easter Bunny Sponsored by Woodbridge Township Parks & Recreation Dept. Parker Press Park, Downtown Woodbridge. 10 a.m. Call (732) 596-4048 to register. (held at YMCA-Woodbridge Community Center if inclement weather)

 Apr. 8 – Healthy Kids Day. noon-2 p.m. Crafts, games, healthy snacks. YMCA-Woodbridge Community Center , 600 Main St., Woodbridge. Call (732) 596-4170 for info.

Apr. 10 – Drop-In Craft. 2-8 p.m. Main Library, all ages. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 10 – StudentWorks Art Exhibit Opening. 7-9 p.m. Artwork by middle school students from Woodbridge Township schools. Barron Arts Center, 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge. Call (732) 634-0413 for info.

Apr. 12 – Time for Tots. 10-10:15 a.m., 11-11:15 a.m. Main Library, ages 12-24 mos. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 12 – Pre-School Potluck Storytime. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Iselin branch. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 16 – Easter Parade. 1 p.m. Candy, prizes, fun! Sponsored by Woodbridge Township Parks & Recreation Dept. YMCA-Woodbridge Community Center , 600 Main St., Woodbridge. Call (732) 596-4048 to register.

Apr. 17 – Woodbridge Township Spring Festival at the Main Library Sponsored by Centenary College. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with entertainment & games for kids age 5-11 by The Centenary Stage Company Young Performers. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 19 – Pre-School Potluck Storytime. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Iselin branch. Call (732) 634-4450 ext. 225 for info.

Apr. 19 – Free Lead Screening for Children Ages 1-5 from 2-3 p.m. at Woodbridge Township Health Center. Call (732) 855-0600 ext. 5011 for information.

Apr. 22 – Youth Volunteer Recognition Day. Noon-2 p.m. Mayor Frank G. Pelzman presents the Township’s youth volunteers with awards honoring their community service. YMCA-Woodbridge Community Center , 600 Main St., Woodbridge. Call (732) 634-4500 x6441 for info.

Apr. 22 – StudentWorks Art Exhibit Opening. 2-4 p.m. Artwork by high school students from Woodbridge Township schools. Barron Arts Center, 582 Rahway Ave., Woodbridge. Call (732) 634-0413 for info.

Apr. 29 – Preschool Fun Day. 10 a.m.-noon, ages 3-5. YMCA-Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main St., Woodbridge. Call (732) 596-4170 for info.

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