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Community Organizations (Listed Alphabetically)
American Association of University Women (AAUW)
c/o Holmelund
17 David Street
Dover, NJ 07801
(800)-821-4364 (National); (732) 431-1608 (Statewide); (973) 328-1765 (Local)
Meeting dates vary depending on local group (Madison, Mountain Lakes, Sparta/Sussex).
The AAUW promotes equity for all women and girls, lifelong education, and positive social change. National, state and local groups.
The State President is Joan Odud (973) at 431-1608.
Northern District Coordinator is Sylvia Campbell at (973) 625-9017.
AAUW Home Page (www.aauw.org) and AAUW NJ Home Page (www.aauwnj.org)
Boy Scouts of America – Patriots’ Path Council, Inc.
222 Columbia Turnpike
Florham Park, NJ 07932
(973) 765-9322
The Patriots’ Path Council, BSA is a not for profit organization that is dedicated to preparing youth for a lifetime of good citizenship, strong character and personal fitness by committing to the values of the Scout Oath and Law. The Patriots’ Path Council serves over 22,000 youth and 7,000 adult volunteers in Morris, Somerset, Sussex, Union and parts of Middlesex Counties, New Jersey.Programs for: Cub Scouts (boys 7-10 years), Boy Scouts (Boys 11-18 years), Venturing (Boys and Girls 14-20 years), and Adult Volunteers. The contact person is Mark Spaldo, District Executive, at 973-765-9322 ext. 240.
Patriots’ Path Council Home Page (http://www.ppbsa.org)
Boy Scouts of America Troop #113
St. Clements Church
154 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Rockaway, New Jersey 07866
Meeting date is Wednesday evenings 7:30-9:30 p.m.
The contact person is Rick Weber, Scoutmaster at 973-328-3615.
Boy Scout Troop #113 (http://www.troop113.org/)
Boy Scouts of America Troop #160
White Meadow Lake Club House
100 White Meadow Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-5300
Meeting date is Tuesday evenings 7:30-9:00 p.m.
The contact person is Tom Fast: Scoutmaster
Scout Troop 160 (http://hometown.aol.com/scouttroop160)
Email: scouttroop160@aol.com
Boy Scouts of America Troop #165
Marcella Community Center
Green Pond Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
Meeting date is Monday evenings 7:30-9:00 p.m.
The contact person is Bill Hanright, Scoutmaster at (973) 208-0230.
Boy Scout Troop #165(www.njtroop165.org)
Chabad Center of Northwest New Jersey
One Torah Way
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 625-1525
The Chabad Center is a Jewish Educational Center. All classes, services and programs are open to the entire community, regardless of affiliation or background. Membership is not required. The Chabad Center includes the Jewish Learning Institute (J.L.I.) for continuing adult education; a Hebrew School, including a Hebrew High; a Preschool; and daily prayer services.
The contact persons are Rabbi Asher Herson, Rabbi Mordchai Baumgarten, Sarah Herson (Hebrew School) or Flory Heller (Preschool)
Email: info@onetorahway.org
Chabad Website (http://onetorahway.org)
Cub Scout Pack #113
St. Clements Church
154 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Rockaway, New Jersey 07866
Cubmaster is Karen Wales.
Cub Scout Pack 160 – Rockaway Township Area (Stonybrook/Dwyer)
100 White Meadow Road
(973) 627-5300
The Pack meeting for Pack 160 is generally held on the last Monday of the month. Dens meet one to three times per month depending on age, season and activities. Other Pack 160 activities include a fall camporee, Pinewood Derby, Blue & Gold Dinner, overnight Spring trip, several summertime activities, and community cleanups and parades.
The goal is to help Scouts build character, gain civic interest, attain new skills and to have fun.
The contact person is Jim Heeren at (973) 983-8646.
Dover/Rockaway Elks Lodge #782
4 Princeton Avenue
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 328-9782
The Elks Lodge meets the first and third Tuesday of each month except July & August: only .
Exalted Ruler is Barbara Tokar.
Contact person is Ronald M. Camacho, PER Secretary at (973) 989-7958.
Email: rmcamacho@optonline.net
First Baptist Church
126 Mt. Pleasant Avenue
Dover, NJ 07801-1604
(973) 361-8870; Fax # (973) 361-8074
Sunday School is held at 9:00 a.m. Morning services are held on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. & evening services at 6:00 p.m.
For people like you.
The contact person is Rev. John Hackworth.
WWW.Churchforpeoplelikeu.com
Email: FBCDoverNJ@verizon.net)
First Presbyterian Church of Rockaway 35 Church Street *10/22/2017*
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-1059/627-1063
Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. (at 9:30 a.m. in July/August).
Our purpose is to worship God and be the Body of Christ.
The contact person is The Revs. Mitch and Sue Trigger
Friends for Life – Saint Clare’s Health System
St. Francis Residential Community
122 Diamond Spring Road
1-800-336-5273 or (973) 627-5000 ext. 121.
The purpose of this free membership program is to improve health, well-being and independence for older adults (50+) through health education programs, blood pressure screenings, exercise and fitness classes, and socialization through monthly trips.
Friends of the Rockaway Township Free Public Library
P.O. Box 644
Rockaway, NJ 07866-0644
(973) 627-2344
Meeting dates are announced in the newspaper and Library Lines, newsletter of the Rockaway Township Free Public Library.
The purpose is to support and cooperate with the RT Library in developing and enhancing library services to the community.
The contact person is Robert Lubin/Carol Tauber (Co-Presidents).
Gazebo Committee of the Rockaways
P.O. Box 466
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2841
Meeting date is the first Tuesday of each month from September to June.
The purpose is to plan for the 8-Week Summer Concert Series.
Contact the Rockaway Township Recreation Department – 983-2841.
The president is Betty Hoffman.
Germania Park, German School and Singing Society (DSGV, founded 1895)
Conger Street
Rockaway, NJ 07866
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 533, Dover, NJ 07802-0533
973-328-9693
Web Site: www.GermaniaPark.com
Germainia Park, Deutscher Schul und Gesangverein (DSGV) is an historical and cultural organization that preserves and publicizes German heritage and culture brought to the United States by past and present German immigrants.
Activities include, Oktoberfests in June and September, dinner dances in German style, German cuisine and beverages and a very active chorus performing concerts. Most events are open to the public.
Email: GermaniaPark@yahoo.com
Green Pond Bible Chapel
P.O. Box 99
Green Pond, NJ 07435
(973) 697-0990
Sunday Worship is at 11:00 a.m., 6:00 p.m.
Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m.
The Green Pond Bible Chapel is a Evangelical Non-Denominational Protestant Church.
There are meetings of special groups including youth, care groups, Bible studies, prayer meetings, girls club, stockade, battalion and family night.
The contact person is April Morrissey (Secretary).
Green Pond Bible Chapel Home Page (http://www.greenpondbible.org)
Email: Green Pond Bible Chapel (chapel@greenpondbible.org)
Green Pond Corporation
1 Old Lane
Green Pond, NJ 07435
(973) 697-3736
Fax (973) 697-1869
The meeting date of the Board of Directors is the second Tuesday of the month. There is no meeting in February.
The corporations acts upon stockholder requests and informs stockholders of important corporate matters and policies.
The contact person is Gary Rocco, General Manager.
The president is Emily Delia. The directors are not available to take calls at the office. All correspondence must be in writing c/o Green Pond Corporation.
Email: Green Pond Corporation (gpcorp@optonline.net)
Handicapped Children’s Committee of the Dover/Rockaway Elks #782
4 Princeton Avenue
Dover, NJ 07801
(973)328-9782
Meeting the 2nd tuesday of each month @ 7pm.
Assistance for families and children with Special needs/disabilities.
Elks Camp Moore application available February 1 of each year.
Chairperson is Heidi McDonnell.
For further information go to our website at: http://www.hometown.aol.com/drhcc
Email: drhcc@aol.com
Historical Society of the Rockaways
P.O. Box 100
Hibernia, NJ 07842
(973) 366-6730
The date for meeting and event information is the first Monday of each month unless if falls on a legal holiday.
The purpose is to preserve historical sites & documents, conduct historical research, and to promote historical education, interest and civic pride in the local community.
The president is Thomas Brackin.
Email: Historical Society of the Rockaways (rockawayhistory@aol.com)
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
508 Green Pond Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 625-0110 (office); (973) 625-8074 (fax)
Worship is at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays; Church School at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays. Confirmation class at 9:00 a.m. on Sundays. Holy communion is served on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month,
The purpose is for Worship Service and religious education.
The contact person is Pastor John Hansen
The council president is Harry K. Graveman (973) 697-4075.
Irish-American Association of Northwest Jersey
P.O. Box 303
Wharton, NJ 07885
(973) 366-5980
The meeting date is the third Thursday of each month at 8:00. p.m.
The purpose is to promote Irish culture. Music and singing classes, ceili and set dancing (traditional group dancing) for adults and Irish language classes are sponsored weekly. A Feis (festival) is held at Waterloo Village annually as well as various other events of Irish interest throughout the year.President is Willie Quinn (973) 398-1228.
Email: Maireadgr@juno.com
Irish American Association of Northwest New Jersey (www.iaanj.com)
La Leche League of Rockaway
(973) 625-2056; (973) 875-5417; (973) 781-1382; (973) 586-4435.
The meeting date is the second Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Rockaway Township Library, 61 Mount Hope Road.
A second meeting is held on the first Friday at 9:45 a.m. at the Community Center on Union Street (across from Ding Dong Deli).
The purpose is to present breastfeeding information and support to women and new mothers.
The contact people are Denise M, Peggy P., Jennfier D., and Stacy M. (Group Leaders).
Lake End Corporation of Green Pond
P.O. Box 718
New Foundland, NJ 07435
The corporation meets as needed.
The purpose is for maintenance and protection of corporate properties.
The contact person is Donald Gulliksen (President).
Lake Telemark Country Club
P.O. Box 14
Hibernia, NJ 07842
(973) 625-3823
Active Private Lake Community: Memberships are Welcome. Board of Directors meet the third Wednesday of each month.
The contact person is Bernard W. Quail Jr., C.P.A. (Treasurer) (973) 625- 3823.
Literacy Volunteers of America, Morris County 36 South Street
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 984-1998
Meeting times are flexible.
The purpose of the organization is to provide tutors to adults seeking to improve their reading, writing or English conversation skills.
Contact person is Debbie Leon.
Home Page for Literacy Volunteers of America, Morris County (www.lvamorris.org)
Marcella Community Center
831 Green Pond Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-9580
Meeting date is the first Thursday of each month.
The purpose is community planning, activities and meetings. The contact person is Cindy Hopping.
The president is Cindy Hopping at (973) 983-9161.
Moms Club of Rockaway
P.O. Box 102
Hibernia, NJ 07842
(973) 664-1275
An international non-profit organization specifically for at-home mothers. The group performs service projects to help needy children in our community.
All meetings are held during the day. The monthly newsletter lists meeting dates and upcoming events.
The president is Sandy at 973-625-5372.
Morris County Challenger League
(973) 586-3497
A non-profit softball league open to all special needs school children ages 5-12 in Morris County and beyond. This non-competitive league strives to create an individual, positive and rewarding sports experience for children with diverse challenges.
Contact person is Ruben Fuentes, Director (973) 586-3497
Email: Rubren Fuentes
Morris County NOW (National Organization for Women)
P.O. Box 394
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 285-1200
Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Senor Citizens Center in Morris Plains. Please call for directions.
The purpose is to take action to bring women into full participation in the mainstream of American Society, now, exercising all privileges and responsibilities thereof in truly equal partnership with men.
The contact person is Susan J. Waldman, President.
Morris County NOW Web Site (http://www.erights4all.com/now/morriscounty) and NOW-NJ (www.nownj.com)
New Jersey Animal Rights Alliance
91 Washburn Avenue
Washington, NJ 07882
(908) 689-8801
The meeting date is the second Monday of each month.
The purpose is to discuss and advocate for animal rights.
Contact persons are Denise & Charles Bivone at (908) 689-8801.
Nor-Bu Lodge, Sons of Norway
P.O. Box 317
Hibernia, NJ 07842
(973) 627-9891 (Cabin)
The meeting date is the third Saturday at 7:00 p.m. B.U.L. Cabin in Lake Telemark
The purpose is to promote and preserve the heritage and culture of Norway.
The contact person is Evelyn Karpack (President at 973-627-5634).
Email: Nor-bu Lodge (norbu-lodge@aol.com).
Parent Resource Network (PRN)
P.O. Box 500
Hibernia, NJ 07842
(973) 627-8200 (Board of Education Office)
The monthly newsletter lists meeting date and upcoming events.
The purpose is to provide support, guidance, and information to parents of preschool and early grade school children in Rockaway Township.
The contact person and director are Beth Wieczerzak at (973) 784-3265 and Lina Lee at (973) 361-6250.
Home Page (www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/prnet.htm)
Parents Without Partners
Morris County Chapter 120
Post Office Box 6305
Parsippany, New Jersey 07054
Hotline Number: (973) 539-5523
Parents Without Parents, Inc. (PWP) is an international, non-sectarian educational organization devoted to the welfare and interest of single parents and their children. PWP was incorporated in 1958. It now has over 700 chapters with more than 35,000 members. PWP provides educational programs, social activities, single parent activities, family activities and dances. Membership requirement: must have had a child and be single, divorced, separated or never been married. Custody is not required.
Morris Plains VFW
Route 53/Mount Tabor Road
Parents Without Partners Home Page (http://morrisnjpwp120.tripod.com)
Email: PWP (pwp120morris@yahoo.com)
Picatinny Arsenal Superfund Info.
The purpose is to provide superfund information. The contact person is Jeanne Rosen at (973) 724-6713.
Picatinny Military & Civilians’ Club
P.O. Box. 956
Wharton, NJ 07885
Picatinny Toastmasters
Attn.: Paul La Carrubba
Bldg. 94 South second floor
Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806-5000
(973) 724-5749
The purpose is education, oral communication and leadership skills.
The contact person is Paul J. La Carrubba, Area 25 Gov.
Professional Services Group
107 Bassett Highway
Dover, NJ 07801
A non-profit self-help organization, sponsored by the New Jersey Department of Labor, for professional-level job seekers ranging from accountants to marketing directors to scientists, and everything in between. A series of free workshops cover topics on Coping with Job Loss, Resume Writing, Networking and Interview Techniques. Orientation/first workshop for new members is offered every Wednesday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Our weekly general meetings for current and prospective members are held every Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. Guest speakers often attend to speak on job search related topics.
For more information you may contact the PSG at (973) 361-1034 or Cindy Flaherty, PSG Facilitator, (973) 361-9050.
Email: Professional Services Group – Dover (psgdover@dol.state.nj.us)
New Jersey Public Information Network Home Page (http://www.wnjpin.state.nj.us)
PTA Birchwood School
Art Street
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 361-7080
The meeting date is the first Thursday of each month.
The purpose is to provide the means to expand on the student’s educational development.
Co-Presidents are Susanne Jackson at (973) 537-8612 adn Lisa Walsh at (973) 537-7022.
Birchwood School Home Page (http://www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/bwpta.htm)
PTA Copeland Middle School
Lake Shore Drive
Rockaway, N.J. 07866
(973) 627-2465
The president is Kathy Ratliff at (973) 625-2557.
PTA Dennis B. O’Brien (DBO) School
Mineral Spring Drive
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 361-7330
The meeting date for 2005: 9/13/10/11/11/8, 2006: 1/10.2/7,3/7,4/4,5/9,6/6.
The purpose is to encourage parental involvement. “Together We Can and Will Make a Difference”
The contact person is JoAnn Nider, President (973) 361-7330 ext. 307.
Email: DBO PTA (dbopta@rocktwp.morris.k12.nj.us)
PTA C.A. Dwyer School
665 Mount Hope Avenue
Wharton, N.J. 07885
(973) 361-7450
The meeting date is approximately 3rd Thursday of each month. (Please check school calendar)
The president is is Ruth Krieger.
Email: Email PTA President (ruth@thekriegers.net)
PTA Katherine D. Malone School (KDM)
524 Green Pond Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-7512
The meeting date is the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m., in the school library.
PTA president is Suna Giglio.
KDM School Web Site (http://www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/kdmalone.htm)
PTA Stony Brook School
Stony Brook Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-2411
The meeting date is the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. The purpose is to encourage parent and public involvement in the public schools
The contact person is Mrs. Deb Whelchel and Mrs. Maureen Leonardis at (973) 627-2411 ext. 399.
Rockaway Area Girl Scouts
232 Perry St.
Dover, NJ
(973) 980-7319
There are 63 troops in the Rockaway area. These troops consist of 784 girls between the ages of 5 and 17. There are over 300 adult volunteers who work on the troop, community and/or council level.
Troop meetings are held at all Boro and Township schools, including the parochial and high schools.
Girl scouting helps develop the girls self-potential, relationships with others, values and contributions to society through community service projects.
The contact person is Email: Stephanie Plaskow (plaz730@netzero.net) *7/9/2015*
Rockaway Township Administration
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2868
Contact: Greg Poff, Business Administrator
Email: Rockaway Township Administration (rockadm@rockawaytownship.org)
Rockaway Township American Legion Auxiliary
210 Chestnut Terrace
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-9717
The auxiliary meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month, except July and August.
The president is Katherine Frank at (973) 627-3046.
Rockaway Township American Legion Post 344
Chestnut Terrace
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-9717
The meeting date is the first Wednesday of each month.
The purpose is to support veterans and their families.
Rockaway Township Board of Adjustment
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2818 The Board of Adjustment meets on the second and third Tuesday of each month, except holidays.
The purpose is review and determination of variance applications from local zoning ordinances.
The contact person is Email: Phyllis Tabbot Hantman (phantman@rockawaytownship.org) , Land Use Administrator.
The chairperson of the board is Steve Stavrenos.
Rockaway Township Board of Education
P.O. Box 500
Hibernia, NJ 07842-0500
(973) 627-8200
The meeting date is the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
The purpose is to be the governing body for the Rockaway Township Public Schools
The contact person is W. Daniel Saragnese, Business Administrator/Board Secretary.
The president of the Board is Dr. Michael Friedberger at (973) 625-8287.
Check out the Rockaway Township Schools Home Page (http://www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/default.htm)
About the Board of Education (www.morris.k12.nj.us/rocktwp/aboutthe.htm)
Rockaway Township Citizens Recreation Committee
65 Mt. Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2841
The committee meets the second Tuesday of every other month at 7:15 p.m.
The purpose is to discuss recreational activities in the Township.
The contact person is Email: Joseph S. Fiorilla.
The committee chairperson is Robert Conlon.
Rockaway Township Community Partnership for Persons with Disabilities
P.O. Box 25
Hibernia, NJ 07842
(973) 983-2899
The Rockaway Township Community Partnership for Persons with Disabilities maintains a lending resource library.
The group meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m.
The purpose is advocacy, awareness and accessibility for persons with disabilities
The contact persons are Catherine Farrell and Trish Dickerson at (973) 983-2841. RT Community Partnership for Persons with Disabilities Home Page (www.rtspecialneeds.4t.com)
Rockaway Township Environmental Commission
65 Mt. Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2869
The commission meets the second Wednesday of each month.
The purpose is protection of Rockaway Township environment.
The contact and chairperson is Pat Matarazzo.
Rockaway Township Fire Department
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2865
Drills and Meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. every Wednesday of the month.
The purpose is to conduct fire department business.
Volunteers are needed. Call (973) 983-2865.
Email: Fire Department (fire@rockawaytownship.org)
Rockaway Township Health Department
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2848 or (973) 983-2849
The Health Department provides an array of health promotion and disease prevention programs.Environmental public health activities include the monitoring of tobacco sales to minors; testing & monitoring of septic systems and water supplies; and inspection of restaurants, recreational bathing places, and camps. Environmental reviews of underground storage tank facilities are conducted for township industries.A tick identification and education program is provided to assist in the prevention and early detection of Lyme Disease.Personal health services include childhood immunization and physical examinations, male & female cancer screenings, blood pressure & blood testing programs, flu & pneumonia vaccinations. Home visitation is provided to homebound senior citizens and the medically compromised.Health promotion programs include Arthritis education, support and exercise programs. “Senior Stretch” & “Senior Yoga” classes are also offered.The contact person is Email: Steve Levinson, M.S., H.O. (health@rockawaytownship.org) or (973) 983-2848/2849.
Rockaway Township Lions Club
P.O. Box 271
Rockaway, NJ 07866
The meeting date is the first Monday of each month at the White Meadow Lake Clubhouse at 7:30 p.m. Dinner meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m.(place to be announced).
The purpose is local charity and civic needs and to provide funds to local organizations and individuals, especially Camp Marcella for the Blind.
The President and contact person is Carol Tauber.
Rockaway Township Municipal Alliance Committee
P.O. Box 47
Rockaway, NJ 07866
The meeting date is the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Senior Building on Mount Hope Road.
The purpose is to promote and support drug and alcohol prevention and awareness through a network of community leaders.
The chairperson is Felice Walker at (973) 586-9459.
The secretary/treasurer is Beth Scott-Hughes at (973) 989-6292.
Rockaway Township Municipal Alliance Home Page (http://www.rtmac.4t.com)
Rockaway Township Open Space Committee
65 Mt. Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
The purpose is to facilitate increasing dedicated open space in the Township. The committee meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, as may be necessary.
The contact person is Email: Joe Fiorilla (rtrec@rockawaytownship.org)
The chairperson is BGen David Oakes.
Rockaway Township Planning Board
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2818
The Planning Board meets on the first and third Monday of each month except holidays.
The purpose is review and determination of development applications pursuant to State and local land use laws. Preparation of Master Plan.
The contact person is Email: Phyllis Tabbot Hantman (phantman@rockawaytownship.org), Land Use Administrator.
The chairperson of the board is Morton B. Dicker.
Rockaway Township Public Works Department
540 Green Pond Road
(973) 627-1700; (973) 983-2891
Hours of Operation: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Purpose: Snow Removal, Road Problems
Supervisors are Robert Howland and Vince Godleski.
Director is Ed Hollenbeck, C.P.W.M. Email: Rockaway Township Public Works (dpw@rockawaytownship.org)
Rockaway Township Recreation Department
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2841 and (973) 983-2840
The meeting date of the Recreation Committee is the second Tuesday of every other month.
The purpose is to plan recreation activities, sports, passive recreational activities, special events and trips.
The contact person is Email: Joseph S. Fiorilla (rtrec@rockawaytownship.org), Department Head at (973) 983-2841.
Rockaway Township Senior Citizens, Northern District
Senior Building
19 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
The meeting dates are the second and fourth Friday of each month at 1:00.
The purpose is to share feelings, thoughts, sing, dance, play, go on trips, hear lectures, see plays, have luncheons, help where needed.
The contact person is Claire Falcetano (President) at (973) 989-8805
or Email: Recreation Department (rtrec@rockawaytownship.org) .
Rockaway Township Senior Citizens Social Club
19 Mount Hope Road (Sr. Citizens Building)
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-0088
The meeting date is every second and fourth Monday of each month.
The purpose is to promote interest in health, harmony and recreation for seniors.
The contact person is Alice Ruisi at (973) 627-0088.
Rockaway Township Senior Citizens South
Senior Building
19 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
The meeting date is the first and third mondays of each month.
The purpose is to promote good fellowship, good citizenship, provide programs of value for all members, and provide service to the community.
The contact person is L. Elder (President) at (973) 366-6218.
Rockaway Township Shade Tree Commission
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 983-2869
Meetings are held on the second Monday of every month at 8:00 p.m.
The purpose is review of applications before the Planning Board and Board of Adjustment to ascertain that they are in compliance with the Shade Tree Ordinance.
The chair and contact person is Edith Yates.
Rockaway Township Sportsmen
109 Richard Mine Road
Dover, N.J. 07866
(973) 361-1555
The meeting date is the third Wednesday from September to June.
The contact person is Art Sevret (President) at (973) 361-1555.
Rotary Club of the Rockaways
P.O. Box 234
Rockaway, NJ 07866
The meeting date is every Monday at 12:15 p.m. at the Hilton Garden.
The contact person is Bart Moriarty at (973) 625-5056.
Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish
63 East Main Street
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-0422
The primary purpose is to serve the spiritual needs of parishioners.
Sacred Heart is also a Catholic School for grades preK-8.
The contact person is Fr. Brendan Murrary at (973) 627-0422.
Sacred Heart School Home Page (www.sacredhrtrky.org)
Saint. Clare’s Hospital/Denville
25 Pocono Road
Denville, NJ 07834
(973) 625-6000
Saint Clare’s Hospital Home Page (www.saintclares.org)Saint Clare’s Hospital/Boonton
130 Powerville Road
Boonton, NJ 07005
(973) 316-1800
Saint Clare’s Hospital Home Page (www.saintclares.org)Saint Clare’s Hospital/Dover
400 W. Blackwell Street
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 989-3000
Saint Clare’s Hospital Home Page (www.saintclares.org)
Sisterhood of White Meadow Temple
White Meadow Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-4500
St. Bernard Parish (Mount Hope)
446 Mount Hope Road
Wharton, NJ 07885-2814
(973) 627-0066
Worship is on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. and
Sundays at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
The purpose is worship and church activities.
The contact person is Reverend Monsignor Richard A. Rusconi
St. Bernard Home Page (http://www.stbernard-mthope.com)
St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church
70 Church Street
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-0313
Monday-Wednesday and Friday masses are held at 6:30 and 8:00 a.m. Thursday Mass is at 6:30 a.m.
Saturday mass is at 8:00 a.m.
Saturday evening masses are at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. and
Sunday masses are at 8:00, 9:15, 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Purpose is to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Contact person is Msgr. John E. Hart.
St. Cecilia School provides a Catholic education for students in grades pre-k through 8. Contact Sister Marie Elise at (973) 627-6003.
St. Cecilia’s Home Page (http://www.st-cecilia.org)
St. Clement Pope and Martyr Church
154 Mt. Pleasant Avenue
Dover, NJ 07801
Parish office phone is (973) 366-7095. Religious education office phone is (973) 366-7547. Parish office fax number is (973) 366-6083.
Email: stclement@optonline.net
Mass Schedule: Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. and Sundays at 8:30 a.m & 10:30 a.m. Weekday Mass Schedule: Monday evening at 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8:30 a.m.
Contact persons are Rev. James J. Termyna, Pastor Anne Marie Pentland, Parish Secretary.
St. John’s Episcopal Church
11 S. Bergen Street
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 366-2772; (973) 366-0400 (fax)
Email: stjohns11@verizon.net
Services are held at 8:00 a.m. & 10:15 a.m. on Sundays. Spanish service is at 12:30 p.m.
Service is held at 11:00 a.m. every Wednesday morning. The contact person is Rev. Margaret A. Gat, Rector Waldron Coon.
St. John’s Episcopal Church Home Page (http://www.stjohnofdover.org)
St. Simon the Apostle Roman Catholic Church
1010 Green Pond Road
Green Pond, NJ 07435
(973) 697-4699; Fax: (973) 697-1784
Weekday masses are at 8:00 a.m. (no mass Tuesday)
Saturday evening vigil is held at 5:00 p.m.
Sunday masses are at 9:00 and 11:30 a.m.
The contact person is Rev. Marc A. Mancini.
Email: St. Simon The Apostle Roman Catholic Church (saintsimon@optonline.net)
State Health Insurance (Assistance) Program
65 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-7200
The purpose is to supply free Medicare and supplementary insurance counseling plus other senior citizen programs.
Counseling is available Mondays from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon.
The contact person is Eleanor Moravec at 973-938-2873.
Teabo United Methodist Church
47 Teabo Road
Wharton, NJ 07885
(973) 361-6190; Parsonage: (973) 347-0381
Sunday Services and Sunday School at 9;30 a.m. on Sundays.
Contact person is Harlan Winch at (973) 398-5390
Pastor is Email: Rev. Karen McMartin (karenmac@optonline.net)
United Methodist Church of the Rockaways *10/22/2017*
One Hoagland Avenue
Rockaway, NJ 07866
Church Office: (973) 627-2989; Fax: (973) 627-3568.
Worship is on Sundays at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m.
Church School for all ages is on Sundays at 9:15 a.m. The purpose is worship and church school.
The contact person is Pastor Rev. Lyssette Perez
Email: United Methodist Church (umcrockaway@aol.com)
United Methodist Church Home Page (www.gbgm-umc.org/rockaway)
Veterans of Foreign Wars – Post #9238
Senior Citizen Bldg.
19 Mount Hope Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 586-9238
The meeting date is the fourth Thursday of each month at 8:00 p.m.
The contact person is Steve. E. Drobesh at (973) 627-0391.
White Meadow Lake Property Owners Association (POA)
100 White Meadow Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-5300
The contact person is Ray Lomax, General Manager.
Office Hours: Tues.- Fri., 9 am-5pm; Wed. Eve., 6:30-9 pm; Sat., 9 am-1:30 pm.
White Meadow Lake Home Page (http://www.whitemeadowlake.org)
Email: White Meadow POA (office@whitemeadowlake.org)
White Meadow Lake Seniors Friendship Club
100 White Meadow Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-5300
The meeting dates are the second and fourth Thursdays of each month.
The purpose is social.
The president is James. P. Nestor at (973) 625-0236.
White Meadow Temple
153 White Meadow Road
Rockaway, NJ 07866
(973) 627-4500
The contact persons are Rabbi Leslie Lipson and
Richard Chassen (President 7/2005)
Email: White Meadow Temple (office@whitemeadowtemple.org)
White Meadow Temple Home Page (http://www.whitemeadowtemple.org)