”Wild tunes and festive picnic fare” will kick off a community celebration on Saturday (June 25) at 4 p.m. at Ely Field, Lambertville, according to a spokesman for The Friends of Ely Park.
The event is designed to raise funds for Phase II of the Friends of Ely Park revitalization project.
Complete with the British style of Lambertville Brass and the foot-stomping sound of Charlie Pellegrino, this community gathering promises something for all ages while offering an All-American picnic event.
The menu features parmesan-crusted chicken, baked ham, hot dogs, baked beans, string beans vinaigrette, berry cupcakes and plenty of birch beer.
Revelers should bring blankets and chairs so they can enjoy a free flow of food and some of Lambertville’s musical talents.
The Friends of Ely Park project will create a “destination for the recreation and enjoyment of current and future generations of Lambertville residents and visitors,” a spokesman said.
Led by designer Jim Hamilton, the project is leveraging the talents and generosity of individuals, government and corporations to build a unique community asset of enduring value.
”With the successful completion of Phase I last fall, we’re shifting our focus to a particularly important phase of Ely Park’s beautification effort,” said Mr. Hamilton.
”In Phase II, creating a streetscape with design elements including a decorative iron fence, brick columns with sidewalk lighting and crosswalks will enhance safety for pedestrians and park-goers,” he said.
Mr. Hamilton said the iron fence will begin at the south end of the Park, will continue north past the elementary school and end on the far side of the firehouse with access to the fields and park structures along the way.
Tickets are available at Homestead Farm Market and Hamilton’s Grill Room.
Prices are $25 for adults and $12 for children (4 and under are free).
For more information, check the website: friendsofelypark.org or call 397-8285.
— Ruth Luse
