Bernards Township Day Of Community Service And Pride Set For May 24

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Bernards Township Day of Community Service and Pride is an organic grass roots effort that commemorates a day of community service to be held every May 24 – the same day as May 24, 1760, granting of a township Charter by King George II of England, establishing Bernardston Township.

May 24th is a day dedicated to where residents give back to Bernards Township by doing a good deed for the township or showcasing the red and gold, the colors of Bernards Township.

This effort is made possible by our community. Sponsor an event of your own. Everyone can participate. Share your activity or event on social media with the hashtag #bernardstownshipday

10 Suggestions You Can Do to Show Your Pride or Community Service May 24th For Bernards Township Day of Service & Pride

1. Sponsor or volunteer for a Bernards Township community activity
2. Fly a Bernards Township Flag
3. Visit a Bernards Township park
4. Visit the historic town hall
5. Plant a small garden with red and gold flowers
6. Show your kids the May 24, 1760 charter
7. Thank a volunteer or group that gives back to Bernards Township every day
8. Support a Bernards Township local business
9. Go for a walk and be mindful of the beauty and community of Bernards Township
10. Wear something red, gold, and white to honor Bernards Township

Visit mrlocalhistory.org/bernardstownshipday2023 for more information.

— Submitted by Mr. Local History