The end of the year is in sight, but this office is still jamming—jamming with events and the preparations
leading up to them. As I’ve said before, our events don’t come together by themselves. They require
meetings and preparation. How much depends on the complexity of the event, but it’s still hours of
preparation. Sometimes it’s back-to-back meetings—with the event committees, with Police and Fire
Departments, with Public Works, with Emergency Medical Services, and other agencies.
With A Taste of Vineland and the Pumpkin Patch Party behind us, a lot still remains. So, let’s take a look
at what’s still in store. But first, let me once again give a huge “thank you” to our volunteers – the Taste
of Vineland Committee and our Pumpkin Patch Party volunteers. We could never do these events without
all of you. There are too many to name here today, but you know who you are, so thanks!

—–Our Main Street Vineland Christmas Parade is coming up on Saturday, November 25, starting at 5
p.m., with the rain date the following day at the same time. The parade’s theme will be “A Christmas
Luau on The Ave.” The major sponsor will be Friends of Michael Testa Jr. for State Senate and Newfield
National Bank will be a supporting sponsor.
The parade will feature a float contest, marching bands, and much more. Trophies will be awarded to the
first, second, and third place winners in both the “Large Float” and “Petite Float” categories. It will
proceed on Landis Avenue through the downtown toward Myrtle Street. Registration for participants and
vendor applications are through the Main Street Vineland website—www.TheAve.biz. Other sponsorship
opportunities are still available.

—–Be sure to mark your calendars for our Sounds For Sculpture concert celebrating the works of Seward
Johnson’s sculptures which grace our downtown. Composer Christian Tamburr will be bringing this
amazing show to the Landis Theater on Wednesday, November 29th at 7 pm. Click for more information and tickets. Information about Christian Tamburr may be found at www.christiantamburr.com

—–Coming back for the third year, just in time for your holiday shopping and planning, is the Olde
Fashioned Christmas on The Ave that will take place on Landis Avenue on Friday, December 1 through
Saturday, December 2. South Jersey Glass & Door Company will be the major sponsor of this event. This
extravaganza will turn back the calendar to the Christmas days of old—a weekend loaded with fun
activities and opportunities to come to The Ave to enjoy the festivities and do holiday shopping. Enjoy
music, and horse & carriage rides. Yuletide costumes and décor, fun and fellowship, just like olden
times—the time of year when the atmosphere seems to be warmer and more inviting. Stay tuned for more information on this exciting holiday event.