Mark Your Calendars: Spring Into Bordentown City – Saturday, May 17th!
Don't miss Spring Into Bordentown City on Saturday, May 17th—a fun-filled day celebrating the season with something for everyone! Stroll through downtown and explore a vibrant selection of home and garden vendors, vintage and salvage finds, and great food from local favorites. Enjoy live music as you shop, eat, and soak in the small-town charm!
It’s the perfect way to kick off spring—see you there!
🌊 New Jersey Remains Under Drought Warning — Conserve Water Now
As of May 2025, New Jersey continues to face drought conditions, with significantly below-average rainfall leading to diminished streamflow, reservoir, and groundwater levels.
💧 Water Conservation Tips:
Pause outdoor watering and allow lawns to go dormant for the season.
Winterize and shut off irrigation systems as soon as possible.
Use a broom instead of a hose to clean driveways and sidewalks.
Wash cars at commercial car washes that recycle water.
Fix leaks in faucets, pipes, and irrigation systems promptly.
Install low-flow fixtures: showerheads, faucets, and toilets to reduce water usage.
Run dishwashers and washing machines only when full to maximize efficiency.
Take shorter showers and turn off the tap while brushing teeth or shaving.
These small but impactful actions can help alleviate stress on water sources and infrastructure.
For more information on drought conditions and additional conservation tips, visit https://dep.nj.gov/conserve-water/
Together, we can make a difference and support the sustainability of our water resources. 💧🌿
Mark Your Calendars!
The Bordentown City Community Yard Sale is happening Saturday, May 10th, from 9am to 3pm!
Get ready to explore hidden treasures, discover unique finds, and enjoy a day full of community spirit. Whether you're hunting for vintage gems, household goods, or one-of-a-kind collectibles, there's something for everyone!
🗓️ Date: Saturday, May 10th
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
ADVISORY: Street sweeping season will officially begin on Thursday, May 1, 2025 and typically runs through the end of November.
You may have seen the sweeper out and about already, cleaning up after Mother Nature where possible.
This is a friendly reminder to please heed posted parking restrictions once the season officially kicks off in order to avoid incurring any tickets.
YMCA of the Pines is hosting Camp Cardinal—a free, one-day camp on Saturday, June 14th filled with activities, encouragement, and connection. Spots are limited, so don’t wait to sign up!
A message from the Bordentown Regional School District:
It is now time to gather pre-registration information for Preschool for 2025-2026. If you are aware of anyone who would benefit from receiving this information about Preschool, please share it with them. There are various families with young children who are not yet on our email distribution list.
Below you'll find the link to the Bordentown Regional School District (BRSD) Preschool Pre-Registration Form for 2025-2026. For those interested in enrolling their child in Preschool for 2025-2026, it is essential that you fill out the Google form below to add your child's name to the pre-registration list. Please note that this process is TIME-SENSITIVE. We are collecting pre-registration information from families for approximately one month. The pre-registration form must be completed no later than Monday, May 19.
BRSD Preschool Pre-Registration Form for 2025-2026 -- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCd3oMaK3QvgFXKmuocfbKm2Snjb03R-au7Cf5_qiVgSIMmQ/viewform
In addition, I am sharing the most up-to-date version of our Preschool FAQ (see link below). The FAQ provides a significant amount of information regarding the process we followed for Preschool for 2024-2025. We will follow a similar process for 2025-2026.
BRSD Preschool FAQ for 2024-2025 -- Updated 4-4-25 -- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qem6l2ioqmBo4uDiZuyQ6JrfoDWsa00DEM7g-2qyTJQ/edit?tab=t.0
Due to the forecasted weather on Saturday, the Earth Day Celebration at Carslake Community Center has been moved to Sunday, April 27th. Same time, same fun — just a slight shift in schedule! 🗓️ We hope to see you there as we celebrate our planet with activities, education, and community spirit!
THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 26TH 2025 IS DEA NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE BACK DAY!
The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes as a measure of preventing medication misuse and opioid addiction from ever starting.
DEA is committed to making our communities safer and healthier, and we can do this by reducing overdoses and overdose deaths. While the community does its part to turn in unneeded medications and remove them from potential harm, we are doing our part to further reduce drug-related violence.
Too often, unused prescription drugs find their way into the wrong hands. That's dangerous and often tragic. That's why it's great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their medicine cabinets and turn in - safely and anonymously - a record amount of prescription drugs.
Visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday for more information!
Happy Earth Day!!
Today, let's all take a moment to appreciate the beauty of our planet and commit to taking small steps to protect it. Whether it's recycling, reducing waste, or enjoying the outdoors, every little bit helps make a big difference.
Let's work together to keep our community green and sustainable for generations to come!
Happy Easter from the City of Bordentown!
We hope your Easter weekend is filled with joy, chocolate, and good times spent with family and friends!
City offices will be closed tomorrow, Friday, April 18th in observance of Good Friday.
Trash collection will be limited to the downtown business district only. All other areas normally scheduled for that day will be serviced on their next scheduled collection day.
Did you know that Good Friday is observed by many as a day of reflection and solemnity? Enjoy the day!
Another pickup in the books!! This is the third time in just 3 months that our BookDrop container has been filled to the BRIM by our awesome residents!
Let’s keep turning pages and making a difference. Recycle your books the smart way—drop them off anytime at the BookDrop bin at Bordentown City Hall, 101 E Park Street.
Did you know that...?
1. BookDrop rescues more than 1 million books from landfills each month.
2. BookDrop recycles over 750 tons of books monthly, significantly reducing waste.
3. More than 100,000 books find their way into the hands of new readers every month through BookDrop's efforts.
4. 50% of the books collected are read again by another reader, promoting literacy and reuse.
5. BookDrop accepts books of any language or subject, ensuring a wide range of materials are given a second life.
Mark your calendars for June 14th and join us at Carslake for the Green Fair! It's the perfect opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day while learning how we can all contribute to keeping our community green. With exciting activities, helpful tips, and eco-friendly ideas, you'll leave inspired to make a positive impact. Don't miss out on this great chance to plan ahead for a sustainable future!
The early spring time is typically when the City's Public Works Department focuses on filling potholes. Thank you to everyone that has already reached out to the City. We are currently working on Elizabeth, Burlington and Prince Street.
If anyone has any locations that require attention, please contact Deputy Mayor Joe Myers at 609-556-7837.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Join the Bordentown City Environmental Commission and the Old City Hall Restoration Committee for an informative talk on noise pollution—its impacts, causes, and what we can do about it.
📍 Old City Hall
📅 Tuesday, April 22 at 7 PM
Learn how sound affects our environment and community health. All are welcome!
Celebrate Earth Day with the Bordentown City Green Team!
Join us on Saturday, April 26th from 10 AM to 3 PM for a fun-filled Earth Day celebration at Carslake Community Center! Hosted by the Bordentown City Green Team, this family-friendly event will feature music, eco-friendly activities, local vendors, educational exhibits, and more.
Come connect with your community, learn about sustainability, and enjoy a day of fun as we work together to protect our planet!
Rain date: Sunday, April 27th
City Shuttle Service Alert
Please note: The City Shuttle Service will not be running this weekend. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!
The City of Bordentown’s 1st quarter 2025 water bills were mailed today and are due May 1st.
To check your balance, visit www.cityofbordentown.com, where you can also make online payments and set up autopay for added convenience!
Utility Assistance Day - April 9, 2025 - 9:30am - 3:30pm - Tabernacle Baptist Church
Please visit www.nj.gov/bpu/assistance/programs/ for more information!
Save the date for the 2nd Annual Spring into Bordentown City event!
Take a stroll down Farnsworth Avenue, featuring local vendors, unique artwork, and live music that sets the tone for a great day out. Shop, connect, and enjoy the community as we welcome the season together.
Rain Date - Sunday, May 18th
