today, Thursday, October 30 at 1pm — your go-to community stop RAIN OR SHINE!
We’ll be out there today, despite the drizzle, ready for your “cash-and-dash” visit — but heads up: the market will close at 5:30 PM OR SOONER so vendors can get home safely ahead of tonight’s storm forecast.
Dive into a hot bowl of comfort from Cousins Maine Lobster: lobster bisque and clam chowder make perfect warm indulgences. You can also order a kit to serve lobster rolls to the whole family at home. Want to plan ahead? Use the app to order for quick pickup (use Freehold location) no waiting around.
Bonus: for a sweet counterpoint, swing by Clyde’s Ice Cream & Italian Ice for Italian ice or a pint of comforting ice cream to take home! You can even ask for sprinkles to go!
While browsing local goodness, don’t miss the pickled treasures at Picklelicious like olives and marinated garlic (perfect to keep the vampires away 😉).
And don’t forget the amazing menu at Empanada Lady — bring home some savory flavors like Beef & Potato, Chipotle Chicken & Cheddar, BBQ Pulled Pork, Cheeseburger w/ Pickles along with vegetarian picks like Spinach & Feta or Kale & Sweet Plantain - flavors available while supplies last.
Plus, visit Hope Cress Farms for the full fall harvest palette: cider, milk, eggs, high-quality meats, squash, pumpkins, roasted root veggies and more. And here’s an early reminder — to order your farm-fresh turkey for 11/25 pickup.
Don’t wait — we’ll see you there!
For more information, please call Northwest Bergen Regional Health Commission at 201-445-7217 or info@nwbrhc.net.
No appointments necessary. For further details, please call (201) 336-7057 or email gdesantis@bergencounty.gov.
Please do not place recyclables in plastic bags.
Click here for more information: https://townshiprvnj.sites.thrillshare.com/o/trv/page/recycling
🎃👻 Tomorrow’s the Day, River Vale! 👻🎃
Get your costumes ready and join us tomorrow, Saturday, October 25 for River Vale’s Annual Ragamuffin Parade & Trunk or Treat AND the River Vale Police Department's Touch A Truck!
👻 9:00 AM Line-Up at River Vale 7-Eleven
🍬 Trunk-or-Treat follows at Roberge School with goodies, crafts, cider, coffee & tunes.
🐾 Dress your pets in their best costumes for a chance to win a paw-some prize from The Pet Lodge & Day Spa!
🚓 Then head to Town Hall, 406 Rivervale Road, for Touch-A-Truck with the River Vale PD — climb aboard and explore from 10:30am to 12:30pm! (Park at Holdrum School)
Fourth quarter 2025 property taxes are due November 1. The last day to pay without penalty is Monday, November 10, 2025.
Please note, cash payments are no longer accepted for property taxes.
It is recommended that you utilize the following methods to make your payment:
1. Drop Off / Mail in Checks:
You can mail in or drop off your check using the drop box mailbox at the front door of Town Hall, which is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please include your tax stub with your check in a sealed envelope.
Checks should be payable to the “Township of River Vale”. Please DO NOT leave any cash in the tax payment drop box. If mailing your payment and you would like a receipt, please include your entire tax bill with a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Post-Dated Checks: By statute, our office is required to deposit payments as soon as they are received and we cannot accept “post-dated” checks, therefore, please date your check the day you write it out, just as you would if you were paying in person.
2. Online Bill Pay from your bank:
Please be aware payments that you initiate with your own bank through online bill pay should be scheduled in advance of any due date to allow a sufficient number of mailing days for the Township to receive, process and apply the payment to your account. Bank payments made from online bill pay are sent through the mail. The Township is not responsible for late payments due to delays in mail service or bank processing. Please include your Block and Lot, Last name and/or property address in order for us to apply the payment to the correct account.
3. Electronic Check or Credit Card: Directly from the Township’s website
Fees are as follows:
ACH or e-check: $1.50 per transaction
Debit or Credit cards: 2.65% of the payment
4. Direct Debit - ACH/Direct Withdrawal
The Tax Collector’s Office now offers an Automated Clearing House (ACH) bank draft program (direct withdrawal) to our taxpayers. This service assures your payment will be received in a timely manner as well as providing a safe and secure way to pay your taxes without the worry of mail delivery or coming to pay in person. Click here for more information.
The Tax Office is currently open from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday through Friday. We can be reached by email or telephone to answer questions at avassallo@rivervalenj.org or klombardi@rivervalenj.org, and 201-664-2346, ext. 1001 or 1002. Thank you.
Join us this Thursday, 1–6 PM at the River Vale Farmers Market for fresh fall flavors, warm treats, and small-town charm! ☀️🧣
🛍️ What’s Fresh & Fun:
🥟 The Empanada Lady – hot, handmade empanadas (or grab frozen to-go!)
🍎 Hope Cress Farms – fall produce, fresh eggs, cider & Thanksgiving turkey pre-orders
🍞 Orlando’s Bakery – breads, pies, quiches & their famous sourdough
🍰 Butter & Bliss – debuting gourmet mini cakes (perfect for cozy nights!)
🍜 RainBao Food Truck – fusion bao from Chef Danielle 🍗🔥
🍦 Clyde’s Ice Cream – Thanksgiving ice cream pies & chocolate cornucopias
🧴 Timeless Tallow – natural bath & body goods
🧤 Spectrum for Living – handmade winterwear & fall décor
💎 Nekocharm Creations – handcrafted jewelry
🍩 Mochi Moly – mochinut donuts, bubble tea & cocoa
🎶 Live music from Alex Prizgintas (3–6 PM) on electric cello
🎃 Free Halloween origami craft & a $5 Scout-led scavenger hunt (3:30–5:30 PM)!
Come for the shopping, stay for the smiles — there’s always something happening at River Vale Farmers Market! 💛
📍406 Rivervale Rd | Thursdays 1–6 PM
Join us Saturday, October 25th for the Annual Ragamuffin Parade & Trunk-or-Treat!
👻 9:00 AM Line-Up at River Vale 7-Eleven — enjoy a fang-tastic dance by The Rockers before the parade creeps down the street!
🍬 Trunk-or-Treat follows with River Vale Girl Scouts & local groups handing out goodies, crafts, cider, coffee & tunes.
🐾 Dress your pets in their best costumes for a chance to win a paw-some prize from The Pet Lodge & Day Spa!
🏆 Don’t miss the “Greatest of All Trunks” award at 10:30 AM!
🥤 Kids in costume get a FREE small Slurpee at 7-Eleven (10 AM–12 PM)!
🚓 Then head to Town Hall for Touch-A-Truck with the River Vale PD — climb aboard and explore!
🕷️ Mark your calendars — the candy cauldrons won’t stay full for long! 🦇🍬
📍 Town Hall Lot (406 Rivervale Rd)
🕐 Today, Thursday, Oct. 16 | 1–6 PM
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with us — filled with food, music, crafts & community joy!
🍛 Taste Indian favorites from Banana Leaf: Spices of the South and Satya Blends, plus a live Diwali cooking demo at 1:30 PM with Chef Rama (Food Network alum!)
🥟 Try the Empanada Lady’s limited-edition spicy samosa empanada
🦞 Grab gourmet bites from Cousins Maine Lobster & Rainbao
🕯️ Shop festive candles from No Worries Candle Co.
🎨 Kids’ crafts, free henna, and live tunes by Mike Brocato (3–6 PM)
Come celebrate light, flavor, and community — see you at the market! 🎉🌼
🦃🏃♀️ Get Ready to Trot, River Vale! 🏃♂️🦃
Join us for the 2025 River Vale Turkey Trot 5K — hosted by Run 4 the Love and Fitness with Friends — on Thanksgiving morning at Mark Lane Sports Complex!
✨ Why You’ll Love It:
💪 A healthy, fun start to your holiday
🎉 Open to all ages & abilities – runners, walkers, strollers welcome!
🎽 Commemorative T-shirt for all registrants
🏆 $100 VISA gift cards for top finishers
❤️ All profits support the Helping Hand Food Pantry
📅 Race Day:
🕖 Registration: 7:00 AM
🏁 Race Time: 8:00 AM
Let’s make this River Vale tradition one to remember — where fitness, fun, and community come together for a great cause!
SIGN UP HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/RiverVale/RiverValeTurkeyTrotFamily5KRunWalkForCharity
#RiverValeTurkeyTrot #FitnessWithFriends #Run4TheLove #CommunityStrong #HelpingHandPantry
River Vale Recreation is teaming up with USA Sport Group to bring you exclusive savings on our late fall and winter recreation programs. Use code LFW2026 at checkout on their website to save. https://usasportgroup.com/recreation/866-river-vale-twp-river-vale-nj
Don’t wait—these fall deals won’t last long!
#WinterPrograms #FallPrograms #YouthSports #USASportGroup #RecreationSavings
Join us TODAY Thursday, October 9th from 1–6 PM at the Town Hall lot (406 Rivervale Rd) and soak up all the autumn goodness!
🥟 Food Trucks: RainBao’s steamy gourmet buns & Kimchi Smoke’s bold BBQ
🍎 Farm Fresh Finds: Apples, squash, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, eggs & meats from Hope Cress Farms
🍬 Tasty Treats: Mochi Moly, Dirty Good Sodas, Clyde’s Ice Cream, Totally Nutz & more
🛍️ Shop Local: Handcrafted fall décor by Spectrum for Living + new vendor Timeless Tallow bath & body goods
🍏 Stop by the Manager’s Table for an apple tasting with our farmer!
Celebrate the season with your neighbors at the River Vale Farmers Market! 🎃
https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market
UPDATE 10/10/25:
SCHOOL'S OUT CAMP MONDAY, 10/13 RAIN OR SHINE
It most likely will rain so camp will move into the
River Vale Community Center which will be warm and dry!
Dodgeball, Gaga, obstacle courses, art and so much more!!
TIME CHANGE 9am to 12pm (PIZZA STILL ON)
SCHOOL'S OUT MONDAY, 10/13
⚽🏀🎨 School’s Out = Play For The Day! 🎨🏀⚽
A day of fun in partnership with the Township of River Vale and Fitness with Friends.
Kids will jump into a full lineup of games and activities including dodgeball, gaga ball, soccer, kickball, wiffleball, basketball, relay races, obstacle courses, tumbling skills, board games, jewelry making, art projects, and more!
The perfect way to keep kids active, engaged, and off electronics—while making memories with friends.
✨ Pro tip: Coordinate with a few of your child’s buddies and make it a fun-filled play date!
Details:
📅 Dates: Monday, October 13
🕘 Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
🍕 Lunch: Pizza included
📍 Location: Mark Lane Sports Complex
👦👧 Who: Boys & Girls, Grades K–5. Please note, if anyone does not want to play sports, there is jewelry making, arts and tumbling skills.
💲 Price: $60
***1 hour Before and After Care Available****
15% SIBLING DISCOUNT- USE CODE SIBLING15
SIGN UP TODAY!!
QUESTIONS, EMAIL Rachel at FITNESSWITHFRIENDS2@GMAIL.COM
SIGN UP HERE https://www.fitnesswithfriends.net/kids-out-clinic
Touch A Truck is back! Come join the RVPD on October 25 for this fun annual event. NEW LOCATION will be Town Hall parking lot at 406 Rivervale Road! Wear your Halloween costumes and bring your candy bags! Event runs 10:30am-12:30pm. Use the Holdrum lot for parking. 🚓🚛🚑🚒
Reminder: Free Paper Shredding is available to residents of River Vale and Montvale on Saturday, October 4 from 9am to 1pm at 1 Memorial Drive, Montvale!
https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/recycling
🦆✨ It’s DUCKIE DAY at the River Vale Farmers Market! ✨🦆
Join us this Thursday, October 2nd from 1–6 PM at the Town Hall lot (406 Rivervale Road) for an afternoon full of fresh finds, tasty eats, and quacktastic fun!
🐥 Special Duckie Fun:
Free Rubber Duckie giveaways from our Platinum Sponsor Mathnasium
A Duck Game with little prizes for kids (and kids at heart!)
🛍️ This Week’s Vendors:
Empanada Lady • Hope Cress Farms • Orlando’s Bakery • Pickle Licious • Ruby’s Hottie Hot Sauce • Mochimoly • No Worries Candle • Totally Nutz (NEW!)
🍴 Food Trucks:
Cousins Maine Lobster • Clydes Ice Cream • Rainbao
🎶 Entertainment & Activities:
Live Music by Neil Dankman
Free Blood Pressure Screenings (1–2 PM) by HMPVH
Spectrum for Living
Come out, shop local, eat delicious food, and don’t miss the duckie fun! 🦆💛
https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market
📍 River Vale Town Hall Lot – 406 Rivervale Rd.
🌦 Rain or Shine | ⏰ 1–6 PM
RIVER VALE DAY is this Sunday, October 5, 2025 from 12-4pm rain or shine at the Mark Lane Sports Complex!
There will be tons of fun activities for both kids and adults going on all afternoon! We have our very own Pascack Valley High School Panthers Band, followed by cover band, The Wankers – coming to entertain us with all the best pop and rock hits from Britain!
You'll see hints of Fall and Halloween everywhere, from the scarecrow inflatable corn maze and 20’ slide, to the Halloween obstacle course and the mechanical pumpkin (no longer a bull)!
The beloved rock wall will also be back, alongside the petting zoo, mini golf course, balloon animals, hair braiding, cotton candy, live performances, RV Fire Trucks and Police Cars, chili contest, vendors, food trucks and more!
Visit our website for the latest schedule of events, parking information, food vendor list and details! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/river-vale-day
See you there!
Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
(Rain Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025)
Time: 2:30 PM
Location: Corra Field, Kinderkamack Rd. & Lincoln Ave., Hillsdale, N.J.
This 90-minute pilot program is open to high school students in Hillsdale, River Vale, Montvale, and Woodcliff Lake and beyond. There will be a 3-session program in the Spring.
Registration is required through Hillsdale Community Pass. Please click HERE to login/create your Community Pass Account. https://register.capturepoint.com/Hillsdale. SPACE IS LIMITED
We hope you can join us for this special event as we bring students together to enjoy and learn the game of baseball in a supportive and fun environment.
Any questions regarding the program, please email jaydubbs15@proton.me (917-432-4196) or dconte@hillsdalenj.org.
To register, log-in to your community pass account or create an account, go to Hillsdale Recreation, select 2025 Fall Activities, verify your account, select a participant or provide information for a participant, then select Everyone Wins Baseball.
Join us for some friendly competition! 🚓⚾️🚒
The River Vale Police Department will take on the River Vale Fire Department in a softball showdown on Sunday, October 5th at 10:00 AM at Holdrum School Field.
Come cheer on your hometown heroes before heading over to River Vale Town Day at Mark Lane which starts at 12pm! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/river-vale-day
