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News Room2023-02-23T11:10:05-05:00

CANCELLED: 32nd Annual Independence Day and Fireworks – July 9th

Due to the anticipated Inclement weather, and the anticipated unfavorable field conditions left by the rain, the 32nd Annual Independence Day Celebration at Michael Debbi Park in Buena Vista Township, scheduled for Saturday, July 9th, has been cancelled and will unfortunately not be rescheduled for this year.

Look for upcoming information on our big “2nd Annual National Night Out” event hosted by the Municipal Drug Alliance!! Tuesday August 2, from 5 to 9 pm at Michael Debbi Park…more details to follow.

The 32nd Annual Independence Day Festival will be held on Saturday, July 9th, 2022 at Michael Debbi Park from 11 am ‘til Dark. Food, Fun, Music, and Fireworks!

Always a family fun filled day kicked off with a Fire Truck Parade down Cedar Avenue.

Events and music throughout the day including some of the annual favorites such as the Fireman’s Water Barrel Fights, and the Fire/Rescue Vehicles Show and Awards…and it all ends with a beautiful display of fireworks at dark.

Applications for Crafters, Food Vendors, and entry forms for the Fire Truck Show will be available on our website and through the Special Events Office at 856-697-2100 Ext 8, or email specialevents@buenavistanj.com. 

You can also visit the website www.buenavistanj.com or our Official Facebook Page for more information.

Application for Food Vendor CLICK HERE

Application for Merchant / Crafter CLICK HERE

Application for Fire Truck or Rescue Squad CLICK HERE

Summer Concert Series at Michael Debbi Park Begins June 22nd

Once again, Buena Vista Township will be livening up its Wednesday nights throughout the summer with eight (8) FREE concerts for your dancing and listening pleasure.

That’s right, you read that correctly! Eight FREE concerts! Grab your dancing shoes and come out to Michael Debbi Park in Richland each Wednesday night.

Concerts will be held, weather permitting, beginning June 22nd and running through August 10th, with 2 rain dates scheduled for August 17th and 24th.

Seating is available or feel free to bring your own lawn chair.

Bring your appetite, too! Hamburgers & Hot dogs, fresh popped popcorn & snacks, ice cream sandwiches, and hot & cold beverages are available for purchase and hosted by the Special Events Committee at the concession stand.

All concerts start at 7pm. Concession stand will begin serving at approximately 6:30 pm.

For more information, contact Beth Conway, Chairwoman of Special Events, at 856-697-2100, ext 8 or email: specialevents@buenavistanj.com

Rescheduled First Annual Community Yard Sale at Michael Debbi Park

Due to Inclement Weather, this event has been rescheduled to June 4th.

The Buena Vista Township Special Events Committee is proud to announce our First Ever “Community Yard Sale”. This event will now take place on Saturday, June 4th, 2022, at Michael Debbi Park in Richland. 10 am to 3 pm, Rain or shine. (NO rain date)

Spaces are only $10!! If you wish to participate, you will need to submit your application and $10 fee BEFORE 5 pm on June 1st.

Information and Applications can be found on our website www.buenavistanj.com or at the Municipal Complex located at 890 Harding Highway in Buena.

Contact Special Events for more information at 856-697-2100, ext 8

CLICK HERE for Application

Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Michael Debbi Park

The Buena Vista Township Annual Easter Egg Hunt will be held Saturday, April 23rd, 2022, at 12 Noon at Michael Debbi Park on Cedar Avenue.

The hunt will be for children ages 2-8, and the Easter Bunny will arrive on the firetruck to see all the children and to take pics with them, and each child will receive a free ice cream.

Bring a basket to gather as candy-filled eggs.  Contact Special Events for more information at 856-697-2100, ext 8

Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban in Effect May 2022

Single-Use Plastic Bag Ban in Effect May 2022

Starting May 4th, 2022, New Jersey will ban single-use plastic bags in all stores, food service businesses, and grocery stores statewide.

This ban includes the use of polystyrene foam products including clamshell containers, plates, cups, food trays and utensils in all food service businesses statewide.

Bring your own reusable bag when you shop! For more information, visit www.bagupNJ.com<http://www.bagupNJ.com> or www.acua.com/bagban<http://www.acua.com/bagban>

April 2022 is Earth Month in BVT

For the entire month of April, the Buena Vista Township Environmental Commission, Clean Communities, and Sustainable Jersey will be sponsoring “Earth Month” to help the residents of BVT remove unwanted waste and trash from their properties.

The Buena Vista Township Public Works Building, located at 430 Union Road, East Vineland, will be open EVERY Saturday in April from 8 am to 12 noon. They will be accepting the following: Appliances, metals, used motor oil, brush/leaves in biodegradable Kraft style bags ONLY, bulky rigid plastics, recyclables, E-Waste, and up to 4 tires with NO rims.

They cannot accept the following: Construction, demolition, lumber or concrete materials. No hazardous materials or paints. This service is for Buena Vista Township residents only and ID will be required.

For more information, please contact the BVT Public Works Department at 856-697-2100, ext 5.

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