Township of River Vale

🚸 River Vale Safety Town 2025 – Limited Spots Remaining! 🚨

Calling all future Kindergarteners! Is your child starting Kindergarten in September 2025? Get them off to a smart and safe start with River Vale Safety Town – a beloved two-week safety program designed especially for River Vale and Hillsdale children entering elementary school. Non-resident children who will be attending St. John’s Academy in Hillsdale are also welcome!

🛑 What is Safety Town?
It’s a fun, engaging, and educational program where children learn important safety skills through:

Songs and poems

Arts and crafts

Interactive presentations

Themed safety days including fire safety, playground safety, stranger danger, first aid, and more!

🎨👩‍🚒🚔 Each day is filled with hands-on learning and activities to help your child feel confident and ready for the world around them.

📍 When & Where:
🗓️ July 14 – July 25, 2025
🕘 8:45 AM – 12:15 PM
📍 River Vale Community Center, 628 Rivervale Road

🎟️ Spots are limited – don’t miss your chance to be part of this fun and meaningful program that’s been a favorite for years!

👉 Register or learn more here: https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/summer-camps

🎨✨ Galaxy Painting Camp (Grades K–3) ✨🎨
August 4–8 | Morning Sessions | River Vale Community Center
From River Vale Recreation in partnership with One River School of Art & Design

Get ready to blast off into creativity! 🚀 Join us for a week-long Galaxy Painting Camp where young artists in grades K–3 will explore the cosmos through color, texture, and imagination. Students will learn fun painting techniques as they create their own galaxy-inspired masterpieces—all in a fun, supportive environment. Non-residents welcome.

🖌️ All materials included
🗓️ Monday to Friday, August 4–8
🕘 Morning sessions
📍 River Vale Community Center, 628 Rivervale Road, River Vale
🎨 Led by instructors from One River School of Art & Design

Spaces are limited—secure your child’s spot today for an out-of-this-world art adventure! 🌌 https://oneriverschool.com/river-vale-community-center-2025/

An Important Message from the Dept. of Public Works:

There have been increased instances of illegal dumping at the River Vale Recycling Center (320 Rivervale Road) and our Department asks that you please follow the policies that are already in place.

Please be mindful that our recycling center does NOT accept plastic bags in any capacity.

We only accept the following types of plastic: Categories 1, 2, 5.

All cardboard MUST be flattened before being put into the container at the recycling center.

There is no after hours drop off of electronics nor metal on the bench in front of the facility. Metal and electronics can be brought to the facility during operating hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7am to 3pm.

Metal/White Good pickups can be scheduled through the Public Works/ Recycling page on the River Vale website for Thursdays. https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/recycling

Adherence to these rules is mandatory and we thank you for your cooperation.

It's Shark Week at the River Vale Farmer's Market!

We encourage visitors to wear or bring a shark for a prize at the Manager’s table this Thursday July 10th from 1-6 pm!

Enjoy All Your Favorites From Our Regular Vendors:
-Hope Cress Farms
-Clyde's Homemade Italian Ices & Ice Cream
-Empanada Lady
-Orlando’s Bakery
-PickleLicious

Don’t Miss Our Food Trucks:
-Rainbao
-Cousins Maine Lobster

And Check Out Our New & Returning Vendors:
-813 Coffee Co.
-Eat Graze Love – First time ever! A mobile charcuterie bar, where you can build your own charcuterie plate!
-Milk Street Distillery

For Entertainment & Activities:
-Dress up or bring a shark; come get a prize at the Manager’s table!
-Kids Korner – Shark coloring & corn hole
-Free water safety information from Hackensack U. Medical Center from 1:00-4:00PM
-Free T-shirt by SaVaTree, while supplies last!

See you there! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market

Support the River Vale Volunteer Fire Department! There's still time to take part in their 2025 Golf Outing at Edgewood Country Club, being held on Monday, August 18!

Register here or donate today: https://givebutter.com/wmDe3w

♟️ Checkmate Your Summer Plans! 🏞️
Join us for Community Chess Club at the Mark Lane Pavilion in partnership with River Vale Recreation!

🗓 Fridays | July 11 – August 22
🕐 50 Minute Sessions Between 4-7 pm
👧🧒 Ages 5–14 | All Skill Levels Welcome

Whether your child is brand new to the game or looking to sharpen their strategy, these fun, engaging outdoor lessons are the perfect way to enjoy summer while boosting brainpower!

🌳 Fresh air
🧠 Focus & strategy
🎉 Fun & friends

📍 Mark Lane Pavilion
🎯 Limited spots available — Register now!

➡️ newjerseysportsacademy@gmail.com or 646-541-3976

#RiverValeChess #OutdoorChess #SummerFun #ChessForKids #RiverValeRecreation #MarkLanePavilion #CheckmateTheHeat

🎬 FREE Summer Outdoor Movies in River Vale Are Back! 🌟

Join us for two magical movie nights under the stars at Upper Grove Field next to the library at 412 Rivervale Road!

📅 Moana – THURSDAY, July 17 - Clyde's Homemade Italian Ice & Ice Cream available
📅 Space Jam – THURSDAY, August 21 - Cousins Maine Lobster available
🕗 Showtime: 8:00 PM

Bring your chairs, blankets, family, and friends for a fun-filled evening! 🍿✨
Refreshments available for purchase – come hungry!

📍 Location: Upper Grove Field, River Vale
🎟️ Admission is FREE!

Don't miss these unforgettable summer nights! 🌙🌴🏀 #RiverValeMovies #OutdoorCinema #SummerNights

Hosting a BBQ this weekend? Stop by the River Vale Farmer’s Market this Thursday, July 3 from 1pm to 6pm!

Get your BBQ kit from Hope Cress Farms for fresh produce, burger patties & hot dogs. Need burger buns? Stop by Orlando’s Bakery and get your fresh baked goods. Don’t forget to add some to spice your BBQ with your own pickle platter from PickleLicious!

Don’t feel like cooking? Get your lunch or dinner fix at Lunch Lady Foods, a chicken biryani at Banana Leaf, gourmet empanadas from Empanada Lady and cheesy arepas from Pasapalos!

Feeling too hot this summer? Stop by Clyde’s and cool off with a sweet Mango Italian Ice or a nice cold brew from 813 Coffee Co!

After that, treat yourself to the luxury of Mind, Body & Bath handmade soaps!

Entertainment this week:
*Kids Korner- Giant Jenga, Legos and More
*USA Trivia By our River Vale Township Intern, Richard and have a chance to win free Slurpee coupons at the Manager’s Table!

See you there! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market

🎨💦☀️Give your child a summer filled with fun, friendship, and adventure right here in River Vale! ☀️⚽🎉 Summer Camps Start Soon!! Camp Have Some Fun - Friends enjoy trips, swimming, entertainment, activities and much more! There's still time to register. Camp begins Monday, June 30. https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/summer-camps Fun in the Sun Camp - Fitness with Friends brings sports, crafts, STEAM projects and more to the Mark Lane Field Complex from 12:30 - 3:30 weekdays in July for grades K-5! Pick up from Holdrum Middle School and Stonybrook Swim Club is available for children attending Camp Have Some Fun during the morning. Flexible weekly options. https://www.campfuninthesun.com/ Safety Town - Incoming Kindergarten children will learn about safety behavior through songs, arts and crafts and fun, educational programs from various presenters! Held July 14 to July 25 from 8:45am to 12:15pm. Limited Spots Still Available! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/summer-camps USA Sport Group - Kids multi-sport programs and camps available throughout the summer right here in River Vale. Score big savings on their summer camps now: 🌟 Use code LSS2025 at checkout. https://usasportgroup.com/recreation/866-river-vale-twp-river-vale-nj?term=98 Speed Camp - Learn the techniques and tools to improve performance with Coach Jamik and Run4The Love at the Mark Lane and Upper Grove Fields for grades 5-12! https://www.run4thelove.com/services/speed-camp Art Camps (Gr. K-3) - In partnership with One River School of Art & Design in 7/28-8/1 and 8/4-8/8 at the Community Center! https://oneriverschool.com/river-vale-community-center-2025/

🎉 Summer Fun in River Vale! River Vale is buzzing this summer, and you're invited! From weekly Farmers’ Markets to community movie nights and our 2nd Annual Symphony in the Park, we have a season packed with fun, music, and meaningful ways to connect: 🎶 Symphony in the Park – June 28, 4pm at Upper Grove Field Enjoy a magical afternoon outdoors with the Ridgewood Symphony as they perform “Strauss to Silver Screen.” Bring your blanket, a picnic, and soak in the sounds of summer! 🍅 Farmers’ Market – Every Thursday, 1–6 PM (through November 13) Located at Town Hall (406 Rivervale Road), our market features fresh produce, artisan bread, empanadas, guest vendors, live music, and surprise activities every week. 🎬 Outdoor Cinema Nights • Moana – July 17 • Space Jam – August 21 Both movies start at 8 PM at Upper Grove Field (across from the library). Bring your lawn chairs and friends for a classic community night out! ________________________________________ Looking to Make an Impact This Summer? 💖 Here are three great ways to support your neighbors: 🩸 Donate Blood – July 24 Vitalant’s Bloodmobile Drive will be parked at the Farmers’ Market. Donors help save lives—and will receive free Farmers’ Market goodies as a thank-you! 🥫 Support Local Food Pantries Summer is a slow season for donations. Help restock shelves at Helping Hand Food Pantry and St. Andrew’s Food Pantry by donating non-perishable items or personal hygiene products. 🎻 Volunteer with Ridgewood Symphony Love music? The Ridgewood Symphony welcomes volunteers for ushering, event support, and more. A great way to get involved and help support the arts! https://www.ridgewoodsymphony.org/volunteer/ ________________________________ Whether you're here for the music, the movies, the markets—or to give back—River Vale is the place to be this summer. Let’s make Summer 2025 unforgettable—together!

Registration is now open for Fall 2025 Rascals Pre-K Soccer! River Vale children ages 3 - 4 who are not yet in Kindergarten are eligible to take part in the six week clinic at Upper Grove field . Please register by July 31. Coaches needed! Details and link to register both players and coaches available here: https://www.rivervalenj.org/o/trv/page/rascals-soccer

The Township of River Vale presents our 2nd Annual Free Outdoor Symphony Orchestra Concert - Saturday, June 28 at 4pm! Join us for a very special live musical performance from the Ridgewood Symphony Orchestra https://www.ridgewoodsymphony.org/ on Upper Grove Field across from the River Vale Public Library at 412 Rivervale Road! Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs or picnic blankets to make the most of this delightful experience. Beverages and cotton candy available for purchase. Their presentation of "From Strauss to the Silver Screen" is surely to be an afternoon to remember!

Don't miss out on summer fun! Sign up now for a variety of camps and programs right here in River Vale! Safety Town - Incoming Kindergarten children will learn about safety behavior through songs, arts and crafts and fun, educational programs from various presenters. Limited Spots Still Available! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/summer-camps Camp Have Some Fun - Don't miss out on the fun! Trips, swimming, entertainment, activities and much more! There's still time to register. Camp begins June 30. https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/summer-camps Art Camps (Gr. K-3) - In partnership with One River School of Art & Design "One Artwork A Day" and "Galaxy Painting" at the Community Center! https://oneriverschool.com/river-vale-community-center-2025/ Community Chess Club - Chess classes for Ages 5 to Adult on Friday afternoons start July 11 with New Jersey Sports Academy at the Mark Lane Pavilion. https://5il.co/3i8bt Fun in the Sun Camp - Fitness with Friends brings sports, crafts, STEAM projects and more to the Mark Lane Field Complex from 12:30 - 3:30 weekdays in July! https://www.campfuninthesun.com/ Mini Broadway Stars - Perform, voice train and have fun with friends at the River Vale Community Center in August with Miss Nicole! https://5il.co/3i7bi Speed Camp -Learn the techniques and tools to improve performance with Coach Jamik and Run4The Love at the Mark Lane and Upper Grove Fields for grades 5-12. https://www.run4thelove.com/services/speed-camp USA Sport Group - Summer multi-sport camps and programs for kids available throughout the summer right here in River Vale! https://usasportgroup.com/recreation/866-river-vale-twp-river-vale-nj?term=98

Get ready to shop!! Here is the list of participants and map for the 2025 River Vale Town Wide Tag Sale - June 7 & 8 from 10-3:30! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/town-wide-tag-sale

Celebrate the Best of June at the River Vale Farmers Market, this Thursday from 1–6PM! All our full time favorites will of course be ready with fresh produce, breads, empanadas, sweet treats, pickles and much more! Special Guest Food Truck this week: RainBao Food Truck— is a must-try. Come early, the s’mores buns go fast! OPEN AT 11AM For entertainment & activities: -PV Jazz Ensemble & Mighty Rumble at 3:30-6 pm -Rock painting activities hosted by the Bergen County Health Commission from 2:30 – 5:00 PM -The Balloon Chica from 4:00–6:00 PM -Support a great cause by purchasing pre-sale car wash tickets benefiting an Eagle Scout Project. -FREE light blue recycled-cotton River Vale Farmer’s Market totes – they are almost gone – stop by to get yours! *Don’t forget to send middle schoolers with some money to come grab a snack and some social time with their friends. There are only a couple more market days left during this school year! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market

Attention Shoppers! This weekend, June 7th & 8th is River Vale's Town-Wide Tag Sale from 10am-3:30pm ! There are over 50 homes participating this year! You'll find clothing, collectibles, furniture, electronics, kitchenware, baby items, and so much more! 🛒 A street map & list of homes will be available Friday, June 6th at www.rivervalenj.org. Paper copies available Saturday, June 7th from 8:00–9:00 am at River Vale Town Hall. Note that some homes may only be participating on one day- this will be noted on the listing, and in case of inclement weather, one or both dates could be canceled. Keep an eye on our website and social media for updates.

Reminder: Deadline to sign up for the River Vale Town Wide Tag Sale is Friday, May 30 at 4:30pm! River Vale residents can host a sale at home on June 7 and/or June 8 and earn cash for old treasures that have been taking up space for too long! Remember one person’s junk is another’s treasure! The $25 fee per home will cover advertising with remaining proceeds going to the Helping Hand Food Pantry! Details here: https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/town-wide-tag-sale

Did you hear? The River Vale Farmer’s Market is back, and in full swing Thursday, May 29 from 1-6pm! We have so many beloved vendors who have returned for another season, along with lots of new vendors with exciting foods and flavors for you to discover. Come say hello and see what everyone in town is talking about! As a special treat this week, Cousins Maine Lobster will be opening at 11am – that’s an extra 2 hours of lobster goodness – just in time for lunch hour. Order ahead with the Cousin’s app, using the Freehold location, so you can just grab & go! Note that the rest of the market will open at 1pm. FREE light blue recycled-cotton market totes – another reason to pop over and say hi. No purchase necessary, while supplies last! Expected VENDORS - Hope Cress Farms – eggs, meats, dairy, microgreens & early season produce - Orlando’s Bakery – fresh baked same day - PickleLicious – all your pickled favorites - Empanada Lady - gourmet frozen and "HOT TO GO" empanadas - Clyde's Italian Ices & Ice-Cream – new ice cream flavor: chocolate hazelnut - MochiMoly – mochi donuts, bubble tea & more! - No Worries Candle Co. – Set the mood with a new candle! - The Wandering Cup NEW!!! – handcrafted beverages (coffees, teas & lemonades) FREE Blood Pressure Checks by Hackensack Meridian Pascack Valley Medical Center Stop by to learn about Bike Safety with Safe Kids Bergen County (Hackensack University Medical Center, Dept. of Trauma Services) FOOD TRUCKS Cousins Maine Lobster – introducing the new Garlic Butter Lobster Roll! (Extra Cousins Hours today: 11am – 6pm) The Mozzarella God – “May the cheese be with you!” - back by popular demand (one of three dates at our market) ENTERTAINMENT Kids Korner is opening for the first day! Legos, Coloring Sheets & More! Come out to pick up lunch and/or dinner, your week's fruits & veggies, meats and baked goods and so much more! Visit once and you’ll want to make every Thursday a River Vale Farmer’s Market day! *Don’t forget to send middle schoolers with some money to come grab a snack and some social time with their friends. https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/farmers-market

Support the River Vale Volunteer Fire Department! Take part in their 2025 Golf Outing at Edgewood Country Club, being held on Monday, August 18! Register here or donate today: https://givebutter.com/wmDe3w

Memorial Day Weekend is here! Have you registered your child for summer camp? There is still some availability in River Vale's Camp Have Some Fun and Safety Town programs. Additional sports and arts camps are available right here in River Vale as well! Register today! https://www.rivervalenj.org/page/summer-camps