The SPF Memorial Day Committee honors Memorial Day this year with an event reflecting the contributions made by our military men and women. We extend an invitation to you and your family to join us in front of the Fanwood Historic Train Station, North Avenue.
 

 

Saturday, May 25th, 2024

RR209 Remembrance Ruck –  7:00 am step off. American Legion, 237 Park Avenue Scotch Plains. Rucking is the foundation of Special Forces training. It is the practice of walking with a weighted rucksack (aka backpack). It implies action, energy, and purpose. Rucking requires strength, endurance, and character — and builds it, too. This 6.5 mile Ruck Walkthrough Fanwood and Scotch Plains will require a 10lb minimum ruck/backpack/weighted vest and boots are encouraged. If interested, please email Joe at Eventspost209@gmail.com. Organized by Fanwood’s own Oshanda Erb.

RR209 Ruck Route

Start at Legion and head down Park Ave (toward Fanwood)
La Grande (R)
Terrill (R)
South Ave (R)
Hetfield (L)
Crestwood (L)
Morse (R)
Plainfield (L)
Jerusalem (R)
Mountain Ave (L)
Union Ave (R)
Sunset (L)
End at American Legion Post 209

Monday, May 27, 2024

Memorial Day Observance – 9:00 AM in front of Fanwood Historic Train Station, North Avenue

  • INVOCATION

    Lt Col Robert McCallister, 87 Air Base Wing Vice Commander
    Joint Base McGuire Dix Lakehurst

  • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

  • STAR SPANGLED BANNER

  • GREETINGS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS

    Colleen Mahr, Mayor

  • REMARKS

     2024 Parade Grand Marshals

  • MEMORIAL DAY PROCLAMATION

    Mayor Colleen Mahr

  • GOD BLESS AMERICA

  • LAYING OF WREATHS

    We ask that you join in your own silent prayers as we place wreaths to commemorate the sacrifices of the men and women who have given their lives for our freedom.

    Fanwood Police Department
    Fanwood Fire Department
    Fanwood Rescue Squad

  • THREE GUN SALUTE

  • TAPS

  • BENEDICTION

    Lt. Col. Robert McCallister, 87 Air Base Wing Vice Commander, Joint Base McGuire Dix Lakehurst

 

Monday, May 27, 2024

Memorial Day Parade – Begins 10:45 AM in Scotch Plains, proceeds south on Park/Martine Avenues through downtown Fanwood. Brian and Father David Santos, co Grand Marshals, local organizations, marching bands, local dignitaries.

A Special Thank You to our Planning Committee

John Mooney
Oshanda Erb
Michelle Moore
 
 
We would also like to extend a special thank you to Grace Sweeney, Olivia Aiere, and Valeria Figueroa Rodriguez for their continued support and help with recognizing the holiday.

Anyone interested in volunteering for our 2025 planning committee is encouraged to email mayor@fanwoodnj.org.