Community Corner

Hopatcong Council Meets, Sparta Football in State Final This Week

Several holiday events also planned for this week in Hopatcong and Sparta.

Hopatcong Council Meets Wednesday

The Hopatcong Borough Council will have their next meeting on Wesneday at 7:30 p.m. at the Municipal Building. We'll keep you posted about what went on at this week's meeting.

Spartans Face Ramapo in State Championships

The Sparta High School football team will face Ramapo High School on Saturday at 4 p.m. at Kean University for state championship. The Spartans, now 9-1, defeated River Dell High School Friday in semifinals.

Menorah, Christmas Tree Lighting Sunday in Hopatcong

The borough will hold a Menorah Lighting ceromony at the Municipal Building at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, and will later have the Christmas tree lighting at 6 p.m. Hot chocolate and cookies will be provided at the event. 

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'A Night of Hope' Concert to Benefit Local Families For Holidays

The "A Night of Hope" benefit concert will be held on Friday at the Hopatcong High School auditorium at 7 p.m. The concert will help local families during the holidays, and will feature Goodbye Friday and other local bands.

St. Jude's Hosts 'Christmas for the Kids'

St. Jude's will host "Christmas for the Kids" on Saturday at 6 p.m. Music will be provided by local band Who's Johnny. There will also be Irish dancing, beer, soda and snacks available. The event is only open to adults, and admission is one unwrapped gift or Toys R Us gift card.

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Pictures With Santa at Hopatcong Pound

Children and pets can get pictures with Santa on Sunday at the Hopatcong Pound from noon to 3 p.m. Each photo will cost $10.

Santa Visits Hopatcong Fire Houses

Santa will visit Hopatcong Fire House No. 2 on Friday at 7 p.m., after the Ladies Auxiliary will have story time at 6 p.m. Santa will also visit Fire House No. 3 on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Hot dogs and soda will be available. Make sure you bring your cameras!

Register for Calls from Santa in Sparta

Sparta residents can pick up “Calls from Santa” registration forms at the Sparta Township Recreation Office.  Children six and under will receive their calls from Santa during the week of December 10th.


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