3rd Annual Mount Olive Carnival comes to a close

MOUNT OLIVE, NEW JERSEY - The 3rd Annual Mount Olive Carnival and Community weekend was a huge success. It was a pleasure to see so many smiling faces. Jill Daggon, the Mount Olive Recreation Department, and the countless number of volunteers did a wonderful job creating a strong sense of community for all.

We would like to personally thank Marco from Fresco De Noche for providing many overstuffed burritos, they were yummy. We enjoyed all day refills from Wild Bills, the extra caffeine helped to keep us going. The nice ladies at Picatinny Federal Credit Union for the beach balls that provided all day enjoyment. James Daggon for giving us a ride when the blisters on my feet were dragging me down. Dr. Brenda Rooney for helping me on my road to recovery - without it, I would have been sitting at home. Everyone at the Kiwanis Club dunk tank for making our children smile. The Cameos for giving it their all and putting on a great show. And Last, but not least, Jill Daggon for giving Dan a much needed dry shirt.

To see photos from this year's event, check out the slideshow >>

2008 Mount Olive Carnival is Outta this World

MOUNT OLIVE, NEW JERSEY - The Mount Olive Carnival and Community week was in full swing today. There have many improvements from last year's set-up. Kudos to Jill Daggon and the Mount Olive Recreation Department.

This year highlights the addition of Theme Days beginning Tonight with "Outta this World" laser tag. Tomorrow, "It's a Shore Thing" with volleyball and basketball tournaments, sand castle contest, games, and music provided by Mountain Top Church.

Be sure to stop by and visit the Kiwanis Club Dunk Tank, Webslinger Monster Truck, Flanders Fire & Rescue Smoke Trailer, Alex's Lemonade and Merriloons the Clown!

Parking Information
Parking Fee:
$ 5.00 donation
(donations benefit the New Jersey Forest Fire Service)

Event Parking for the Mount Olive Carnival include:
Chester M Stephens School at 99 Sunset Drive
Blue Atlas at 155 Flanders Netcong Road
Mount Olive High School at 18 Corey Road

Shuttle bus service all days 4:45pm until closing at Blue Atlas (3pm on fireworks day)

Shuttle bus service on Friday 4:45pm until closing at Mount Olive High School (3pm on fireworks day)

Mount Olive Carnival and Community Week 2008

MOUNT OLIVE TOWNSHIP - It's time for the 3rd Annual Mount Olive Carnival and Community week.

July 23rd - July 27th 2008 at Turkey Brook Park. Fireworks will begin at 9:15pm on Saturday 7/26 with a rain date on 7/27.

The Mount Olive Carnival will open Wednesday, July 23rd from 5pm to 11pm. Carnival rides include bumper cars, carousel, giant slide, roller coasters, and kiddie rides for the younger crowd. There will be games for kids of all ages, like the water gun, skee ball, and whack-a-mole... all with great prizes. Come enjoy live music in the pavilion, Kiwanis Club Dunk Tank, classic car show and monster truck rides on Webslinger.

This year will be a little different with the addition of Theme Days beginning Thursday with "Outta this World" laser tag. On Friday, "It's a Shore Thing" with volleyball and basketball tournaments, sand castle contest, games, and music provided by Mountain Top Church. Show your "Mount Olive Pride" all day Saturday and join the Cameos on Sunday for the "Doo Wop & Classic Car Show".

Carnival and Community Week hours
Wednesday 7/23 5pm until 11pm
Thursday 7/24 5pm until 11pm
Friday 7/25 5pm until 11pm
Saturday 7/26 1pm until 11pm (fireworks scheduled for 9:15pm)
Sunday 7/27 1pm until 9pm (fireworks rain date)

Shuttle bus service will be available all 5 days from 5pm until closing at Blue Atlas at 155 Flanders Netcong Road. In addition, on Saturday(Fireworks Day) the shuttle bus service will be available 6pm until closing to and from the Mount Olive High School on Corey Road. Additional Service and locations will be announced shortly.

For additional information visit the Mount Olive Township website or email recdept@mtolivetwp.org

It's a wrap for the 2nd Annual Mount Olive Carnival

Jill Daggon of the Mount Olive Township Recreation Department and everyone who helped or Volunteered did a fantastic job organizing and running the event.

The Fireworks Display was spectacular. The Shuttle buses were constantly on the go. Dreamland Amusements provided wonderful rides and games. In the new stage/pavilion area live Musical performances could be heard all weekend long. And a large number of people spent time at the Kiwanis Club Dunk Tank to soak a few of their favorite politicians.

If you are a resident who attended the carnival and have a suggestion for next year, fill out the Carnival Evaluation Form >>

To see photos from this event, check out the photo slideshow >>

Rain Rain, go away!

The rains came, but it couldn't dampen the spirits to those who got an early start to the weekend at the Mount Olive Carnival at Turkey Brook Park.

There was a fantastic showing considering the threat of gloom and doom. Some vendors got an early start setting up their booth and displays. Everyone put their best faces forward and the evening was a success.

Many thanks to the people who make all this possible: from the idea, to funding, volunteers, support staff, fire, police, and rescue... they don't hear it enough, Thank you!

Tomorrow's schedule includes: Carnival rides, monster truck rides on Webslinger, classic car display, Kiwanis club dunk tank, caricaturist, live music and more! And who can forget the fireworks? Bang's, pop's, wow's and aaahhh's begin at 9:30 pm. Come out and see the show!

To see photos from this event, check out the photo slideshow >>

Mount Olive Carnival - Opening Night is a Big Hit !

Fun was had by all at the first night of the Mount Olive Carnival & Community Weekend. The event is being held at Turkey Brook Park and will feature about 75 vendors, sponsors and service organizations.

Be sure to stop by and visit the Kiwanis Club Dunk Tank, Webslinger Monster Truck, Nextel Cup NASCAR Vehicle, Fire Trucks, Smoke Trailer, and the Stage with Live Music All Weekend!

To see photos from this event, check out the photo slideshow >>

Mount Olive Carnival and Community Weekend

July 26th - July 29th 2007 - Turkey Brook Park
Fireworks will begin at 9:30pm on Saturday 7/28 (rain date 7/29)

The Mount Olive Carnival will open Thursday, July 26th. The Community Weekend hours will be: Friday, 7/27 5pm until 8pm, or 11pm (your choice of end times! No vehicle movement between 8pm -11pm ), Saturday, 7/28 from 1pm until 8pm or 11pm (fireworks scheduled for 9:30pm) and Sunday, 7/29 from 1pm until 9pm (rain date for fireworks). This will be a terrific event to celebrate all the great organizations and neighbors that makes Mount Olive a great place to live!

Enjoy world famous rides, including bumper cars, carousel, giant slide, Starship 2000, and lots of kiddie rides. The carnival will have plenty of games for kids of all ages, like the water gun, skee ball, and whack-a-mole...all with great prizes. Live Music featuring over 15 bands.

Shuttle bus service will be available Sat and Sunday during carnival hours from the Tinc Road School and Mount Olive High School parking lots.

For additional information visit the township website http://www.mtolivetwp.org/recreation.html or email recdept@mtolivetwp.org

Mount Olive Carnival and Community Weekend

July 26th - July 29th 2007 - Turkey Brook Park
Fireworks will begin at 9:30pm on Saturday 7/28 (rain date 7/29)

The Mount Olive Carnival will open Thursday, July 26th. The Community Weekend hours will be: Friday, 7/27 5pm until 8pm, or 11pm (your choice of end times! No vehicle movement between 8pm -11pm ), Saturday, 7/28 from 1pm until 8pm or 11pm (fireworks scheduled for 9:30pm) and Sunday, 7/29 from 1pm until 9pm (rain date for fireworks). This will be a terrific event to celebrate all the great organizations and neighbors that makes Mount Olive a great place to live!

Enjoy world famous rides, including bumper cars, carousel, giant slide, Starship 2000, and lots of kiddie rides. The carnival will have plenty of games for kids of all ages, like the water gun, skee ball, and whack-a-mole...all with great prizes. Live Music featuring over 15 bands.

Shuttle bus service will be available Sat and Sunday during carnival hours from the Tinc Road School and Mount Olive High School parking lots.

For additional information visit the Mount Olive Township website http://www.mtolivetwp.org/recreation.html or email recdept@mtolivetwp.org