To celebrate the long-awaited completion of the first segment of park, Friends of Riverfront Park, Newark Riverfront Revival, and the Essex County Parks System have organized a day-long celebration featuring a tantalizing mix of Newark talent & activities.
Raymond Blvd and Brill St (map: http://bit.ly/K8u19R)
M1 bus to Ferry & Chrystie Streets, then walk 2 blocks north
Bring lawnchairs & blankets!
11 am–12:30 pm
Eighth Annual Passaic River Paddle Relay Race
See the finish of the race!
12:30–1:30 pm
Community Dedication
Commemorate the efforts of many to create the new park, with remarks by historian Dr. Clement Price.
1:30–4:30 pm
Riverfront Jamboree
Fun & free activities like capoeira, tennis, yoga, step dancing, art-making, face-painting, Double Dutch & Zumba!
4:30–7 pm
Evening Performances
Jazz & Blues, Spoken Word, DJ & Dancing.
