Middletown Partners with VNACJ Community Health Center to Offer COVID-19 Vaccines to Seniors

Middletown/VNACNJ Partner to Offer COVID-19 Vaccines to Seniors

Middletown Township and the Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey (VNACJ) Community Health Center have partnered to offer COVID-19 vaccinations to Township residents who are 65 and older.

The Township will begin accepting pre-registration appointments for next week on Friday, March 5^th. To schedule an appointment to pre-register for the vaccine, please call the Middletown COVID-19 vaccine hotline at 732-615-3228 between the hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or email covid19@middletownnj.org.

Click HERE for more information.

Middletown South Wins Mayor's Cup with 5-3 Victory Over Middletown North

Mayor Tony Perry had the honor of dropping the puck for the Mayor's Cup on Tuesday, March 2^nd at Middletown Ice World. There were three goals in the final two minutes between rival High School North and South hockey teams, but South secured its second consecutive Mayor's Cup win with a 5-3 victory.

Congratulations to all of the seniors on their outstanding careers!

Middletown Township Committee Lights Town Hall Blue in Remembrance of COVID Victims

To mark the one-year anniversary of lives lost due to COVID-19, the Township Committee will light Town Hall (1 Kings Highway) blue nightly from March 4^th through March 11^th. We hope our community will see the blue lights and pause to remember those who have been impacted by this devastating pandemic.

PLEASE CONSIDER PURCHASING A PERSONALIZED BRICK TO SUPPORT THE TOWNSHIP'S 20^TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TRADE CENTER MEMORIAL GARDENS FUND

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.

Watch the March 1^st Middletown Township Committee Workshop Meeting

Click HERE to watch the Monday, March 1^stWorkshop 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 from March 6^th through March 18^th.

Click here to register for NEA Big Read events.

Middletown Township Public Library Celebrates 100 Years of Service

The Middletown Township Public Library kicks off its centennial year with a virtual discussion on the Pulitzer nominated, National Book Award Winner, and New York Times Bestseller In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex by Nathaniel Philbrick. The public can view the discussion anytime between 3/22- 4/30 at https://www.mtpl.org/nea-big-read/.

“One hundred years ago when the library started, staff needed to be innovative to implement the library services in this rural community. Today, we are once again reinventing how the library delivers programs and services to the Middletown residents. I am honored to be part of such a treasured institution," said Library Director Heather Andolsen.

“Our library has been a source of pride for Middletown for decades and we all look forward to celebrating its 100-year anniversary this year,” said Mayor Tony Perry.

Click HERE to read the press release.

DPW Introduces "Where Does It Go?" Recycling Education Video Series

The Middletown Department of Public Works introduces its new "Where Does it Go?" recycling education video series where they demonstrate what happens to different items in the stream after they are dropped off at the Middletown Recycling Center (52 Kanes Lane).

This episode highlights what happens to electronics, (including televisions, wires and computers) as they go through the process of being recycled.

Click HERE to watch the video.

Middletown Social Services Encourages Residents to Lend a Hand This Easter Holiday

Register Now for Middletown Arts Center Spring Session Classes!

The Middletown Arts Center has an exciting Spring Session lineup of classes with brand new courses including Acting Through Song, Beginning Tap and Adult Tap, as well as classes with your favorite instructors like Doodle Dude, Miss Fish and many more!

The Spring Session is IN-PERSON and will be held in TWO spacious locations - the Middletown Arts Center (36 Church Street) and the ANNEX location at the nearby, Middletown Reformed Church. The session features classes for children, teens, tweens and adults in disciplines such as theatre, dance, art, music and more. Classes will not meet the Spring Break week of March 29^th, but stay tuned for special programming during this time.

Instructors and staff will follow CDC guidelines by practicing social distancing, limiting class sizes and taking temperatures.

Click here to register!

Middletown Preschool has been holding in-person classes this year! There is currently space available in the PreK - 3 class with an immediate start date. Contact Middletown Preschool to learn about enrollment and tuition fees.Visit: www.middletownnj.org/preschool, call: 732-615-3260, or email: recreation@middletownnj.org.

Middletown Recreation 2021 Spring Brochure

Hot off the press! Middletown Recreation presents Spring Programming! See the program online or pick up your copy at the Middletown Township Public Library (55 New Monmouth Road) or at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway).

Registration for Spring Programs has started, visit www.middletownnj.org/signup to secure your spot today!

Middletown Recreation's Guided Hikes: Wed., 3/10 and Thurs. 3/11

Get out and stretch your legs! Great for all ages. Each week a new topic will be discussed along the trails at Poricy Park. This week we will be bird watching for robins.

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.

Join in the Middletown Senior Center Fun!

Join in the fun! Weekly activities take place virtually all month long. Free to all Middletown residents. Don’t miss out, call 732-615-2260 or email kdavis@middletownnj.org to be included in the weekly event updates! Visit www.middletownnj.org/seniors for the monthly newsletter which highlights all the great upcoming activities!

MTPL Adds Saturday Hours Beginning March 6^th!

Click HERE to view the MTPL's March Calendar of Events!

COVID-19 RESOURCES

COVID Testing at Train Station Sundays, Mondays & Fridays

Click HERE to pre-register and for testing updates.

COVID Vaccine Eligibility Information

There are numerous sites throughout the state that are currently administering the vaccine to qualified individuals. If you prefer, you can reach out directly to a site near you to attempt to schedule an appointment. Please note that many of these sites may be fully-booked. No professional or medical documentation is required.

If you are eligible to receive a vaccine, there are generally three ways to get vaccinated:

You can make an appointment directly with one of the many designated vaccination sites across the state. Click here to view a full list of these designated vaccination sites.
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.

Need Support? Resources for Monmouth County Families and Children

If you’re struggling with mental health issues, please don’t hesitate to reach out for support. Visit Monmouth ResourceNet for a list of hotlines/help lines.

Municipal Offices Open to Public By Appointment Only

Municipal Buildings Open By Appointment Only

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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