West Windsor celebrates Arbor Day with art contest and moon tree dedication

West Windsor Township celebrated a successful Arbor Day on April 26, despite rainy weather, with a vibrant event at the senior center. The highlight was the recognition of student artists who participated in an art contest, alongside contributions from local Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and High School South's acapella group, First Edition. Teresa Loranco shared insights about the Moon Tree, a sweet gum tree planted at Dutch Neck School, which originated from seeds that traveled on a space mission around the moon.

The event also featured a dedication ceremony for a new little free library at Skank Farmstead, led by Helen Rankin of the New Jersey State Society Daughters of the American Revolution. This initiative aims to enhance access to books for the community, with support from the Historical Society of West Windsor.

In addition to Arbor Day festivities, the council discussed plans for Revolution West Windsor's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence next year. Residents are encouraged to participate in a logo contest for the event, with submissions due soon.

Looking ahead, the council reminded residents about the upcoming Memorial Day parade on May 26 and the primary election on June 10, with early voting starting June 3. While there are no early voting locations in West Windsor, residents can access nearby sites listed on the Mercer County Board of Elections website. The meeting underscored the township's commitment to community engagement and environmental education, with various initiatives underway to foster local involvement.