PLEASE CONSIDER PURCHASING A PERSONALIZED BRICK TO SUPPORT THE TOWNSHIP'S 20TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TRADE CENTER MEMORIAL GARDENS FUND
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As we approach the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the Middletown WTC Memorial Gardens Committee is raising funds to add a fountain called “The Rise of Hope” that will be erected near the end of the memorial pathway, giving a quiet space to pause and reflect.
They will also be installing two additional monuments that will be dedicated to the heroism and patriotism of our military and first responders, as well as memorialize our first responders lost from 9/11 illnesses. Please consider purchasing a personalized brick with your family name or a message that will be placed along the new walkway to enter the Memorial Gardens.
CLICK HERE TO ORDER YOUR BRICK.
If would like to contribute to this 501(c)(3), donations can be sent via PayPal to MiddletownWTC@gmail.com. You can also mail a check made payable to Middletown WTC Memorial Gardens Fund, c/o Mayor’s Office, Middletown Municipal Building, 1 Kings Highway, Middletown, NJ 07748.
For more information, please call 732-615-2287.
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Middletown Township Committee to Host Virtual Workshop Meeting on Monday, 3/1
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The Middletown Township Committee Virtual Workshop Meeting on Monday, March 1, 2021 at 7:00 PM will be made available live through Webex Event Center.
If you will be participating remotely, you can do so by clicking this event link. To call in to the meeting, dial 1-408-418-9388. The event access code is 129 339 1804 followed by #. Enter 2021 if a passcode is required.
Prior to the Township Committee Meeting, the event link will be published on the Township’s Facebook page. If residents are not able to view the meeting live, the recording will be aired on the Township’s TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) and YouTube channel.Click HERE to view the meeting agenda.
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Click HERE to watch the Tuesday, February 16th meeting on the Township's YouTube Channel or catch it on our TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) every night at 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM through Friday, March 5th.
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The snow is melting! Middletown Recreation is looking for photos of you with your snowmen! The Snowman Contest is ending this weekend. Make sure to check out the details and submit your photos on Facebook (@middletownrec) or on Instagram (@MiddletownRecNJ) before Monday, March 1st to be included!
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Last Chance to Renew Dog License Without Incurring Late Fee
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PLEASE NOTE: Dog license renewals have been extended through the month of February. Late fees will not be incurred until March 1st.
Due to COVID-19, in-person dog licensing for 2021 is being done at the Health Department (180 Main Street, Port Monmouth) this month by ONLINE APPOINTMENT ONLY. Click HERE to access the online pet licensing portal.
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Middletown Social Services Encourages Residents to Lend a Hand This Easter Holiday
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Middletown Recreation's Guided Hikes: Wed., 3/3 and Thurs. 3/4
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 *Please note, the Guided Hike scheduled for Wednesday, March 3rd is SOLD OUT.
Get out and stretch your legs! Great for all ages. Each week a new topic will be discussed along the trails at Poricy Park. Join us this week to learn the final steps to process maple sap into maple syrup. Pre-registration is recommended, but walk-ins are also welcome if space permits (no cash accepted). All children must be accompanied by an adult. Rain or shine, dress for the weather.
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Join In Middletown Recreation's LIVE Kahoot! Movies Trivia Game Thursday, 3/4 at 7 PM
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 Free and fun for the whole family!
To play, you’ll need one screen to watch the event and see the questions and answers. Every participant will need their own “signaling device” (any smartphone, tablet, or additional computer). So grab your phones, gather around the table, and see who in your family is a trivia master! Questions range in difficulty, so everyone has a chance to win.
A prize will be awarded to the top trivia master!
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Click HERE to access the meeting link. Meeting number: 129 599 3538 Password: movie
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Join in the Middletown Senior Center Fun!
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MTPL Adds Saturday Hours: Open from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM
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March Happenings at the MTPL
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Click HERE to view the MTPL's March Calendar of Events!
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THE MAC PRESENTS: BIG READ Ocean-Themed Art Contest Entry deadline: March 15th
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FOR STUDENTS GRADES 6–8 AND 9–12
The exhibition is inspired by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant book pick, In the Heart of the Sea, by Nathaniel Philbrick.
Entry Deadline: March 15 | Exhibition Dates: March 22 – April 30
All work submitted will be part of a virtual exhibit and future window exhibit at the Middletown Arts Center. One student from each of the two categories (Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12) will be chosen to receive a $50 gift certificate donated by the Friends of the Library. For more information, please email artscenter@middletownnj.org.
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COVID Testing at Train Station Sundays, Mondays & Fridays
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COVID-19 Vaccination Advisory: Appointments Can Only Be Scheduled Through County/State
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If you are looking to schedule an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination in Middletown, you need to register for an appointment via Monmouth County and/or the State. Offices in the Township do not make appointments for vaccinations.
Please CLICK HERE to access important links to County and State information.
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COVID Vaccine Eligibility Information
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If you are eligible to receive a vaccine, there are generally three ways to get vaccinated:You can pre-register for the vaccine on the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System. This online portal enables prioritized groups of individuals, and eventually the general public, to find a vaccination site, pre-register, and schedule an appointment when one is available. Click here to to visit the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System. Select healthcare facilities, including many hospitals, are offering vaccines to directly to their employees and volunteers. If you work at one of the facilities, you can contact your employer to learn if the vaccine is available to you.
If you don't qualify for a vaccine at this time, register on the NJ Vaccine Scheduling System and they will notify you when the vaccine is available for you.
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Municipal Offices Open to Public By Appointment Only
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To help ensure the safety of visitors and employees, municipal offices are now open to the public by appointment only. The only exception is for in-person tax payments at the Tax Collector's Office.
Employees and visitors must wear a face mask and adhere to social distancing guidelines. If you would like to schedule an appointment, you can reach the various departments at the phone numbers listed HERE.
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from this e-newsletter.
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Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20
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