Barrington's On Track Newsletter Fall 2015

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Official Barrington Borough News Fall Issue, 2015

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PHOTOS BY BEN ELEY, KEN WILLSON, AND BILL PATTON

Small-Town Patriotism Flourishes In Borough There are larger towns than Barrington, and they may have impressive observances of Memorial Day and Independence Day, but they would be hard-pressed to match the patriotism and enthusiasm displayed by our citizens on these meaningful holidays. Some may call it “small town America,” but there’s no other place on earth to be when they strike up the band. The band, of course, is the Barrington Band, our ambassadors of good will throughout the region. As usual, they were on hand and in tune for both events. Memorial Day The day began on a more solemn note at the Fire House, where Fire Company No. 1’s members lined up in dress uniform to honor First Responders everywhere, and to remember local volunteers who have passed away. After the placing of wreaths, the participants made their way to Borough Hall for the town’s War Memorial Services. After the raising of the flag by Boy Scout Troop 96, and the playing of the National Anthem by the Barrington Band, the assembled crowd was greeted by Mayor Robert Klaus. The Mayor introduced our Guest Speaker, State Senator Nilsa Cruz-Perez, herself a Barrington resident and US Army Veteran. In an impassioned plea, she urged all present to remember those who have served to protect our freedoms. (Continued on Page 9)

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Annual Harvest Festival Is Big Local Favorite

Barrington’s 18th Annual Harvest Festival is set for Saturday, October 11th. The event takes over Clements Bridge Road from the railroad tracks at Atlantic Avenue to the traffic light at Gloucester Pike. As usual, the committee has an extraordinary day planned, full of the traditions that have made the event such a favorite for everyone. For more details, go to the web page at www.barringtonharvestfest.com. Craft and Food Vendors Invited There will be blocks and blocks of arts and crafts, gifts, food, novelties, a wandering juggler and socializing galore. As in the past, there will be more than 200 different vendors, so there is sure to be something for everyone including Halloween items, jewelry, Autumn merchandise, local organizations and businesses, and a wide variety of snacks and desserts —with two separate food court areas to sit, relax and enjoy a beautiful fall day. If you would like to be a vendor, go to the Festival’s website to register: www.barringtonharvestfest.com. Parking will be provided off-site at Edmund Optical with free shuttle bus transportation to the Festival. There will be so much for people of all ages to see and do, you won’t want to miss it! Live Entertainment All Day There will be live entertainment on three stages spread throughout the Festival. Local rock groups will perform and the Children’s Stage (Continued on Page 9)

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Mayor’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Government News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Trash and Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Bright Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 BBA Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Senior Citizens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 Places of Worship . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Community Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Around The Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 School Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Photo Galleries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 & 22


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