Franklin Day Festival Promises A Day Of Fun

COLONIAL PARK, NJ — On Saturday, Sept. 24, the 3rd Annual Franklin Day Festival will be held in Colonial Park on Elizabeth Avenue in Somerset and will include live music, more than 100 vendors, dance performances showcasing Franklin's diverse community, 15 food vendors and lots of free rides and activities for children.

"Last year was a great success with 8,000 people attending this wonderful community event", said Councilwoman Rozalyn Sherman, founder and coordinator of the Festival. "We encourage attendees to bring lawn chairs or a blanket to relax, have fun and enjoy a wonderful Fall day out of doors in beautiful Colonial Park and enjoy all of the activities."

There is something special for all ages. Adults can enjoy a classic car show and participate in a Pickle Ball demonstration, shopping and interacting with local businesses and non-profits, while children can enjoy totally free pony rides, bouncy houses, paddle boats, miniature golf and petting zoo along with Township vehicles to climb into and explore.

The event is being sponsored by Investors Bank, L’Oréal, Oasis Senior Advisors as well as Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and St. Peter's Hospital among many other local businesses.

The Franklin Day Festival is from noon to 5 p.m. in Colonial Park, Lot C (near the children's playground). Cars can enter the Park via Elizabeth Avenue or Mettlers Road. To learn more, visit the Franklin Township website at www.franklintwpnj.org/FranklinDay.

- By Bob Futcher

(Photo via www.franklintwpnj.org/FranklinDay)

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