Here's a round-up of What's New and What's Happening in Highland Park, NJ
Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) Mobile Unit, Monday 3/4, through Friday 3/8
Thanks to the office of Assemblyman Robert Karabinchak, a NJ Motor Vehicle Commission’s (MVC) mobile services unit will be in Highland Park at the Community Center from Monday, March 4 through Friday, March 8. MVC staff will be providing two services – issuing REAL ID’s and renewing vehicle registrations. Making an appointment in advance is strongly recommended. To make an appointment for REAL ID, click here. To make an appointment for registration renewals, click here.
Park Partners Grant Program, Applications Due, Tuesday 3/5
There's still time to submit your Park Partners grant application! The program awards funds of up to $2,000 each for five community-based projects that fit into one or more of the following categories - Environment; Arts; Culture & Diversity; Safety; Universal Access; or Health & Wellness; and Highland Park High School Student(s) class/club/projects.
Painting with Cristina, Tuesdays, 3/8, 3/22 & 3/26
Join Cristina at the Highland Park Community Center, 220 South 6th Avenue,at 9:30 a.m. for a painting class. All materials will be provided. For more information or to register, please call 732-819-0052.
Afternoon Tea Party, Wednesday, 3/13
Please join the Rutgers Women’s Rowing team for an afternoon of tea, food, and conversation on Rutgers Campus, Rodkin Academics Success Center, 201 Fitch Road, Piscataway, NJ from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Transportation will be available upon request, please sign up with the staff at the Highland Park Community Center by calling 732-819-0052.
A Matter of Balance,Thursday, 3/21
Matter of Balance is an award winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.This program will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Highland Park Community Center, 220 South 6th Avenue.
Hidden in Plain Sight Tuesday, 3/26
Hidden in Plain Sight is a community behavioral health event that educates people working with youth about prescription drugs, THC edibles, and mental health and behavioral health challenges. This program will be held from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. at the Highland Park Community Center, 220 South 6th Avenue. To register, please call 732-819-0052.
Free Groceries from H.P. Gives a Hoot, Tuesdays 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 & 3/26 & Wednesdays 3/6, 3/13, 3/20 & 3/27
Highland Park Gives a Hoot offers free groceries to Highland Park families in need of support. Distributions are held every Tuesday & Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Zone 6/Teen Center, 600 Benner Street.
Food Pantry Distribution, Thursday 3/14 & 3/28 & Saturday 3/16 & 3/30
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) 819-0052.
Highland Park Recreation Programs
Highland Park Recreation offers a variety of adult, youth and summer camp programs. Families that qualify for free and reduced lunch are eligible for a 60% discount on all programs offered by the Borough.
Employment Opportunities
We are hiring for summer recreation positions, apply online at the Borough’s website
