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Friends of Lake Neepaulin Offer College Scholarship
Friends of Lake Neepaulin (FOLN) is offering a $500 Scholarship to a 2008 high school graduate who has been accepted and plans to attend a 2-year or 4-year college in September, 2008.  The award will be based on the individual’s academic performance and community involvement/social service. Preference is given to FOLN members, residents of the Lake Neepaulin community, and residents of Wantage Township.  Application deadline is May 15, 2008.
Click here to download application (pdf format)
Mayor Parker Space
meets Senator McCain
  DAR Essay Contest Winners
Parker Space with McCain
Mayor Parker Space and his wife Jill met
Senator John McCain at a finance luncheon
held in Lakewood NJ on May 8th. Jill Space is the First Vice Chair of the Sussex County GOP.
 

Dar Awards
On April 5th, the Chinchewunska Chapter of the NSDAR celebrated the winners of the essay contest held in the local schools. 
Pictured are Angie Turro, winner,
Martha Domonkos, historian;
Lindsey Green, winner;
Victoria O’Brian, winner;
Melva Murray, NJDAR  Historian;
Wendy Wyman, Regent.

photos contribured by Jill Space and DAR

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Crafters Wanted – July 25 through 27 for the DAR's annual Christmas in July event. Festivities include free museum tours, reenactors, quilters, food, and fun. For more information, please call 973-383-0015.
Upcoming Community Events
Special Meeting of the Sussex Wantage Regional BOE – Monday May 12 at 7 p.m. in the Lawrence School All-Purpose Room for the purpose of personnel appointments and any other business that is needed.
SMA Clinic – May 14. Chem 18 / hemogram / lipid profile. To register: 973-579-0570 x1211
Spring Book Sale – May 16 & 17.
The Friends’ Spring Used Book Sale will be held on Friday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m to 3 pm. ($2 Bag Sale will run Saturday from 1 to 3). Donations may be dropped off at the Library through Thursday, May 15, during regular library hours. For further information, call the library at 875-3940.
Travel Soccer Tryouts – May 16 & 17. For teams and tryout times, see soccer page.
Lusscroft Farm Trails Reopening Celebration – Join the Heritage & Agriculture Association as they celebrate the reopening of the trail system located at Lusscroft Farm on Saturday May 17, starting at 10 a.m. The schedule for the day is:
     10:00 a.m. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony followed by a Reception with light refreshments
     10:30 a.m. Hike for casual/novice hikers
     11:30 a.m. Hike for intermediate hikers
       1:00 p.m. Hike for experienced hikers

During each of the hikes, Kevin Mitchell will share historical information about the trail system and discuss the various habitats encountered along the trails. Hikers should wear appropriate shoes and clothing for hiking. For additional information about the reopening of the Lusscroft Trail System or about the Lusscroft site, visit www.lusscroftfarm.com.
Football and Cheerleading Registration – High Point Hawks Midget Football – at the Sussex Fire House on May 17 from 9 a.m. to – 1 p.m.; May 30, 6 – 8 p.m. and May 31, noon to 3p.m. Fees are: Flag $55; Cheerleading $85; Tackle football $110. Family max $250.
DAR Museum to Open for Season – On Saturday May 17, 2008 the DAR museum will open for the season. The museum is the grand home of the Rev. Elias VanBunshooten and dates back to the late 1700s. The museum features many original family pieces from the VanBunschooten/ Cooper families. The lovely Dutch colonial home and the outbuildings will all be open for viewing and touring. Also housed in the museum is a local genealogy library. The Chinkchewunska Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution operates the museum. It is open to the public on Thursdays and Saturdays between 1 and 4 p.m. from May 17 through October 15.  Donation is $4 for adults, $3 for senior citizens over 55 on Thursdays, and $1 for children. The museum is located at 1097, Route 23 North in Wantage Township. School and other groups are asked to please call ahead for an appointment. Contact 875-4610 for directions and appointments.
Sussex Borough Garage Sale – May 17 & 18. Deadline to be placed on map is May 2., Fee is $5. Call 875-2290 for more information.
High Point Soccer Club Fall Season Registration– May 19 from 5 to 8 p.m.at the Sussex Elks Club Open to children ages 4 – 14 in the HPRS district. Children must be 4 years old by the start of the season in order to play. Questions, contact Jennifer Manziano at hpscreg@embarqmail.com or 875-8335. more soccer info
Just 4 Fun Soccer – a recreational soccer program for special needs individuals. In-person registration for the Fall season will be held at the Sussex Elks Club on May 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. For information about this program, please contact Dan Graham at 702-2046 or e-mail daniel.j.graham@verizon.com.
Friends of the Library Meeting – May 22, 7 p.m. at the Library.
Dining for Dogs – Wantage Dog Park Fund Drive now until June 4. Go to Krogh's Restaurant & Brew in Sparta, enjoy a wonderful meal, present a fund drive coupon, and 10% of your check will be donated to the Wantage Dog Park. Visit as many times as you want to donate money towards the Wantage Dog Park. Coupons can be obtained from www.wantagedogpark.com or at Baker's Pharmacy, Main Street, Sussex. To make a reservation at Krogh's call (973) 729-8428 or visit www.kroghs.com.
Tricky Tray– June 6 at the Beemerville Fire Hall. Doors open 6:30. Drawing at 8 p.m. Lots of trays, regular specials, super special (WAL*MART GIFT CARD) Hosted by the Beemerville Ladies Auxiliary. For more info call Missy at 973-827-5300 or Sharon at 875-1188.
Benefit Dinner – A benefit dinner will be held in the honor of Shanna Coursen On June 7 at 5 p.m. at the Sussex Fire House. Shanna is a 17 year-old girl who has a one year old boy. On March 24 she was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Disease, a form of lymph node cancer. She is currently undergoing Chemo therphy treatment at Morristown Hospital. For benefit info or tickets you may call Terri Coursen at 973-702-7244 or Tucker Coursen @ 973-875-9638.

Deep Sea Blue Fishing Trip – Monday June 23. Sponsored By: Sussex United Methodist Church. Details: Leave Ross’ Corner at 5 a.m., Boat Leaves Belmar Marina at 7 a.m. Boat returns: 3 p.m.
Return to Ross’ Corner approx 5 p.m. Cost:  $55, paid upon sign-up. Includes:  Tackle, Bait, Mates Tip, Fish Cleaning & Pool. (2 Pools:  First Fish & Largest Fish) Not Included:  Food & Beverages (No Alcohol Please) Bring Sunglasses, Sun Block & Raingear.To sign up, or for any changes or updates contact Rich Peter at: richard.peter19@yahoo.com  or 973-875-1698.

HPRHS Hoops Camp – June & July. See basketball page for details.
Soccer "F" Coaching License Course – July 25-26. See soccer page for details.
 reunions
High School Reunion – The All-Class Sussex High School Reunion is scheduled for September 27 at the Beemerville Fire Hall. More details to come.
High Point Regional High School Class of 1977 and 1978 – 30th Class Reunion is this year!
Reunion will be held on July 5 at the SC Fairgrounds. Barbeque and pig roast begins at 2 p.m. Bring your own beverage. Advanced tickets are are $25 per person. After June 20 tickets will be $40. All HPRHS alumni are invited.
For reservations/more information contact:
Brenda Carpender Snyder at bbsnyder1982@yahoo.com
Kathly Trumble at trumblek@secprosys.com or 875-9152
Charlie Kieffer at ckieffer@kiefferelectric.com or 973-948-7598.
 continuing programs ...
Veteran's Memorialhow you can help
An Invitation to Amateur Artists – Monday afternoons, 1-3 p.m. Have you been wanting to paint/model/sketch, etc., but can't seem to get around to it? Would you enjoy getting together with others for informal artistic afternoons? Please join us on Monday afternoons in the library’s community room. Bring whatever materials you need for your chosen media. If you have any questions, please call Barbara Young at 973-875-7864.
High Point State Park ProgramsDetails on Park website.
Free Lunch – The Church of the Good Shepherd serves a free lunch every Saturday at noon. It available to all. For more information, please call the church office at 875-0919.
Wantage School History Project
Wantage School celebrated its 70th birthday on September 27, 2007. Community people needed to tell their memories of school life. details
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