Here's a round-up of what's new and what's happening in Highland Park, NJ
Free Tax Prep, 2/1 – 3/29
If your income is $70,000 or less, you can get your taxes prepared free by a United Way IRS certified volunteer at the Highland Park Community Center, 220 South 6th Avenue. Appointments are mandatory, please call 732-819-0052 to make an appointment.
Sweet Potato Pie and Such, 2/21
Story teller “Queen Nur” will be delivering tales from the African tradition at the Highland Park Community Center, 220 South 6th Ave. from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Register by calling 732-819-0052.
Blood Drive, 2/21
Save lives, donate blood at the Highland Park Community Center, 220 South 6th Ave. between the hours of 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. This event is sponsored by the New Jersey Blood Services. Signup online or call 1-800-933-2566.
ANCHOR Property Tax Relief Program, New Application Deadline 2/28/2023
The deadline for applications to the state’s ANCHOR property tax relief program has been extended to February 28, 2023. The program provides property tax relief to New Jersey residents who owned or rented their principal residence (main home) on October 1, 2019, and met the income limits.
FAQ on Stop & Shop Closure
Please check out this Frequently Asked Questions document to explain what we know and are doing about the closure of Stop & Shop store.
Employment Opportunities
The Borough is hiring for the following positions: Laborer (Public Works) and Violations Clerk (Municipal Court). Apply via the Borough’s website.
Park Partners
The Borough is pleased to share that starting February 7th, the Borough's 2023 Park Partners program will begin accepting grant applications. For more information visit the Borough’s website at www.hpboro.com or email Harry Glazer. The deadline is March 6th at 1:00 p.m.
Food Pantry Distribution, 2/9, 2/11, 2/23, & 2/25
The Highland Park food pantry distribution will take place at the Highland Park Community Center, 220 South 6th Avenue. Visit the Borough website for additional dates. For more information contact Nicole Huff at (732) 712-2025.
H.P. Gives a Hoot, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, & 2/28
Highland Park Gives a Hoot offers free groceries to Highland Park families in need of support. Distributions are every Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Zone 6 Teen Center, 600 Benner Street.
HP Gives a Hoot will be awarding 30 scholarships to students in Grades (K-6) for the Highland Park Summer Camp Program. The deadline to apply is March 1st, 2023. Applications can be downloaded on the Borough’s website and mailed/dropped off to Borough Hall, 221 South 5th Avenue, Highland Park, NJ 08904. Attention: HP Gives a Hoot.
Highland Park Recreation Programs
Highland Park Recreation offers a variety of adult and youth winter programs. Families that qualify for free and reduced lunch are eligible for a 60% discount on all programs offered by the Borough.
