By Nancy Mrzljak
Tel: 298-0567 Fax: 298-3936 [email protected]
James Smith, a member of Chesterfield Baptist Church Youth Group, The ROCK is completing his Eagle Scout Service Project. He is collecting items for soldiers in the New Jersey National Guard 50th Brigade deployed in Iraq. His project is under the supervision of ARMS (American Recreational Military Service). His troop and members of his church youth group, The ROCK, will return to collect the donation bags on Saturday, March 14. If you did not receive a bag at your home, or would like to get more information or find out other ways that you might be able to assist James, please contact him at 298-8061.
The Dorothea Dix Universalist Community Annual Auction will be held starting at 7 p.m., March 14, at the Crosswicks United Methodist Church. Evening events include, silent auction, live auction, attic treasures, bake sale table. For more information call 586-5307.
Happy Birthday to Chesterfield Township resident Erica Tomei who will turn 21 years old on March 14. Erica is on the Dean’s List at Rider University, and her family is very proud of her.
The Board of Fire Commissioners District No. 1 Chesterfield meeting will be held 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, at the Crosswicks Firehouse.
The First Annual Spirit of Chesterfield Township Festival meeting will be held at the Crosswicks United Methodist Church in Crosswicks at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 19. The First Annual Spirit of Chesterfield Festival will be held this fall. The hope is to celebrate the rich heritage and history of Chesterfield Township. Please come out and share your thoughts and ideas with them. If you have any questions or suggestions please contact Melissa Hoffmann at [email protected].
The Union Fire Company All You Can Eat Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner will be held 3 – 7 p.m., Saturday, March 21, at the Crosswicks Firehouse. Adult $8, children 12-6 $5, 5 and under free. Take out $9. For more information visit the Union Fire Company Web site http://www.crosswicksfire.org/.
The Fernbrook Farms Education Center invites you to find out how much a forest is worth on Saturday, March 21. This program is open to the public and is suitable for the entire family. Starting at 10 a.m., families will find out how professional foresters determine values of trees and forests. In the Fernbrook forest, participants will learn how to use tools of the trade that help judge height and age without harming trees. The highlight of the program will be watching logs being milled into useable lumber right on the farm. Admission for this program is free, however advance registration is required by Wednesday, March 18. To register or for additional information call 609-298-4028.
The Crosswicks United Methodist Roast Beef Dinner will be held 3 -6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 28, at the Crosswicks United Methodist Church in Crosswicks. $14.50 adults, $6.50 for children 6 and under. For more information call 324-9800.
Mark your calendars now for the Chesterfield Township Public Education Fund’s Annual Golf Tournament, Dinner & Live Auction to be held Thursday, May 7, at Mercer Oaks in Princeton Junction. Go for the golf, dinner or both, and stay for the auction. This is the Chesterfield Township Education Fund’s only fundraiser. To date, the CPEF has expended over $200,000 to purchase items for the classrooms as well as fund activities and programs for the students. Please plan to attend this great annual tradition. Contact Sue Anderson for additional information 324-0841 or [email protected].
The Chesterfield Township Historical Society Welcome Wagon is helping new residents become acquainted with the businesses and services provided within the township. Businesses and organizations residing within Chesterfield Township that are interested in having information shared with new residents are encouraged to contact Heather Tuller at [email protected] or 324-0184 for more information.

