Politics & Government
Scotch Plains-Fanwood Year in Review: The Year in Photos
Patch looks back on the images of our town and the community that made an impact or immortalized an important moment in Scotch Plains or Fanwood history.
At least 450 residents gathered to fill 600 volunteer spots as part of the 2011 Martin Luther King Day of Service. The event is directed by Michelle Abraham who introduced the Day of Service to Scotch Plains and Fanwood in 2010. MLK Day of Services is a nationwide event that celebrates the life of Dr. King through volunteerism. The event will take place again this year.
Team Mom Sharyl Carow contributed these photos chronicling the amazing journey this team took to the top.
On Sunday, October 23, 400 runners participated in the second annual Fanwood five mile race.
From pie- eating contests to musical numbers, these two annual celebrations delight residents year after year. This year’s celebrations took place on October 2 in the business districts of each town.
On Sunday December 4, local families celebrated the beginning of the Holiday Season in downtown Scotch Plains. As Santa arrived aboard a fire engine, families experienced a petting zoo, an ice sculpture and even shook hands with Darth Vader.
On August 3, families had the opportunity to mingle with Scotch Plains and Fanwood’s finest during each of the town’s National Night Out celebration.
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood Youth Baseball Association held its season-opening ceremonies at Booth Field in Scotch Plains on Saturday, April 17. Local athletes were also honored.
On Saturday, March 17, Fanwood’s Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration, organized in part by Flannery’s Pub drew hundreds, raising money for youth sports.
Local officials gathered at Brunner Elementary School to celebrate Read Across America. Participants incude: Scotch Plains Mayor Nancy Malool, Trip Whitehouse, PTA member Catherine Glastal, Fanwood Mayor Colleen Mahr, Fanwood Councilman Russell Huegel, Brunner PTA 3rd Vice President: Jutta DeVizio, Park Middle School Assistant Principal Michael Kneller, Fanwood Councilman Robert Manduca, SP Councilman Bo Vastine, Fanwood Councilwoman Joan Wheeler, SP Councilman Michael "Mickey" Marcus, and SP Councilwoman Mary DePaola.
On February 23 SPFHS acclaimed jazz band, the Moonglowers participated in this event held at the High School. Young talent from across the state traveled to Scotch Plains to participate in the festival.
On February 28, students demonstrated science projects focused on going green.
