November 2022

Thanksgiving Gathering
Hazlet Recreation's Community Thanksgiving on Tuesday, Nov. 22 drew over 200 diners and generous donations from Hazlet-area businesses. The atmosphere was cheerful as friends chatted. A singer provided musical entertainment. Hazlet Police served residents in the buffet line. Youth volunteers helped members of the Hazlet Recreation Advisory Committee provide table-side service and clean-up. On the way out, a guest with a takeout container stopped to comment. "This was a wonderful evening!"

Thank you, Veterans

Veterans Day ceremonies

Hazlet VFW Post 4303 is scheduled to hold ceremonies of respect and remembrance for veterans and POW/MIAs on Veterans Day.

The members will meet at the Township Memorial at 10 a.m. to lay a wreath. The Memorial is located on the side of the Cullen Center at Veterans Park.

Next, about 10:30 am, they will travel to Shorelands Memorial Gardens Cemetery at Highway 35 and Holmdel Road to lay a wreath in the Veterans section.

Finally, the members hold a ceremony at 11 am outside the VFW Post 4303 hall at 18 Davern Ave., Hazlet.

Residents may also visit the Honor Hazlet Heroes Veterans Banner Display on view at Veterans Park, 1776 Union Avenue. Over 100 banners show the faces, names and service of Hazlet Veterans. The display is on view Memorial Day through Veterans Day.

Election Results (Unofficial)
Voters went to the polls on November 8 for the 2022 General Election. Hazlet races included Township Committee, Board of Education and Fire District.

Unofficial reports, as of November 11:

In the race for two 3-year terms on the Township Committee, Republicans James Cavuto and Robert Preston Jr. won over Democrats Danielle Roth and David Personette. For a 2-year unexpired seat, Peter Terranova beat Lucille Lo Sapio.

For 3 Board of Education seats, voters chose Lisa Brown, Laura O'Hara and Edward Barrett. David Asfour came in fourth.

For 2 Fire Commissioner seats, Les Parleman III and Michael Storcks got the most votes over John D'Altilio, Francis Wood and Joe Schroeck.

Due to the new vote by mail law, the mail-in ballot count will continue after Election Day. The new law allows mail-in ballots to be received by the Board of Elections up to 6 days after close of the polls, provided the ballot is post marked on Election Day.

Find final results at MonmouthCountyVotes.com.

The Township Committee congratulated the Raritan HS Marching Band at its meeting Nov. 1 for its stellar triumph at the Tournament of Bands. They band won Region 7 and captured the Group 1A State Championship.

Deputy Mayor Mike Glackin read a Proclamation recognizing the band for its "hard work, dedication, musicianship and exceptional ensemble chemistry." A Proclamation from State Sen. Declan O'Scanlon (R-13) was read by Monmouth County Commissioner Deputy Director Sue Kiley.

The large crowd gathered for the celebratory moment included Schools Superintendent Scott Ridley, Athletic Director John Degenito, teaching staff, school board members and Rocket Launcher band parents.

Veterans Day in Hazlet

Hazlet VFW Post 4303 welcomes the public to its annual ceremonies of respect and remembrance for veterans and POW/MIAs on Veterans Day.

The members will meet at the Township Memorial at 10 a.m. to lay a wreath. The Memorial is located on the side of the Cullen Center at Veterans Park.

Next, about 10:30 am, they will travel to the Shoreland Memorial Gardens Cemetery at Highway 35 and Holmdel Road to lay a wreath in the Veterans section.

Finally, the members hold a ceremony at 11 am outside the VFW Post 4303 hall at 18 Davern Ave., Hazlet.

Visit the Honor Hazlet Heroes Veterans Banner Display on view at Veterans Park, 1776 Union Avenue. Over 100 banners depict the faces, names and service of Hazlet residents. Walk or drive through.

Find township government, board and committee meetings and more on the main township calendar.

NOVEMBER

Nov. 8, Tuesday:

Election Day. Voters can cast their ballots on machines at their assigned polling locations. The polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and voters can find their polling locations at MonmouthCountyVotes.com.
On Veterans Day, Town Hall and the DPW Recycling Yard on Leocadia Court are closed.
Coffee with a Hazlet Cop at Chick-fil-A, 2819 Route 25, Hazlet. From 8 am to noon. Ask questions, get to know your officers.

Nov. 11, Friday: Veterans Day.

Hazlet VFW Post 4303 welcomes the public to its annual Veterans Day ceremonies of respect and remembrance for veterans and POW/MIAs.
- The veterans will begin at the Township Memorial at 10 a.m. to lay a wreath. The Memorial is located on the side of the Cullen Center at Veterans Park.
- Next, about 10:30 am, they will travel to the Shoreland Memorial Garden Cemetery at Highway 35 and Holmdel Road to lay a wreath in the Veterans section.
- Finally, the members hold a ceremony at 11 am outside the VFW Post 4303 hall at 18 Davern Ave., Hazlet.
Visit the Honor Hazlet Heroes Banner Display on view at Veterans Park, 1776 Union Avenue. Over 100 banners depict the faces, names and service of Hazlet residents. Walk or drive through.
On Veterans Day, Town Hall and the DPW Recycling Yard on Leocadia Court are closed.

Nov. 15, Tuesday: Bayshore Business Meet & Greet hosted by the nonprofit Hazlet Business Owners Association at the Cullen Center. From 6 to 8 p.m. Light refreshments. RSVP to the HBOA.

Nov. 22, Tuesday: Community Thanksgiving Dinner for all at the Cullen Center. Seating is at 5 p.m. Reservations required. Call Recreation: 732-217-8683 or register at Hazlet.Recdesk.com. View flyers (PDFs) about participating as a guest, donor or volunteer.

DECEMBER

December 3, Saturday: Hazlet Recreation hosts the annual Holly Jolly from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Cullen Center. Enjoy games and outdoor activities in Veterans Park.

December 10, Saturday: Hazlet Recreation bus trip to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse to see "Christmas at the Playhouse," a holiday spectacular holiday show. Flyer.