The City of Bridgeton

The City of Bridgeton Our History
Similar to other areas near rivers and the bay, this area was inhabited for thousands of years by indigenous peoples. At the time of Europ....

At the time of European contact, Lenni-Lenape Native Americans lived in the area, following a seasonal pattern of cultivation and hunting and fishing. The state-recognized Nanticoke Lenni-Lenape Indians of New Jersey maintain a cultural center here, serving a community of 12,000 in Cumberland, Gloucester and Salem counties. The first recorded European settlement in what is now Bridgeton was made by 1686 when Richard Hancock established a sawmill here. Settlers established a pioneer iron-works in 1814. Bridgeton was incorporated as a township by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 3, 1845, from portions of Deerfield Township. Bridgeton city was incorporated on March 1, 1865, replacing both Bridgeton Township and Cohansey Township. After the American Civil War, Bridgeton's industrial prowess and commercial centrality in this area of high agricultural production, along with its high profile as an educational center (it was home to the South Jersey Institute, the West Jersey Academy, and two notable academies for women), made it the most prosperous town in the state. Bridgeton was home to glass factories, sewing factories, metal and machine works and other manufacturers. The most notable of these was the Ferracute Machine Works, founded and operated by Oberlin Smith, an inventive genius and philanthropist credited with inventing the first device for magnetic recording, and now in the New Jersey Inventors Hall of Fame. Bridgeton Historic District — which covers a quarter of the city — includes more than 2,000 properties, ranging from the early Federal architecture to the 1920s, including many structures eligible for individual listing and some documented by the Historic American Building Survey (HABS) during the 1930s, was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 and is the largest such district of any municipality in New Jersey. Although it is visually dominated by large Victorian homes and a downtown area constructed from the 1880s to the 1920s, the district, besides many neighborhoods of ginger breaded "doubles" that were essentially working-class housing, includes several notable structures dating from the 18th century and early Federal period. These include: Potter's Tavern, said to have been built in the 1750s, but restored to its appearance in 1776 when it was home to The Plain Dealer, considered New Jersey's first newspaper; Brearley (Masonic) Lodge, founded by General James Giles in 1795, and still active; the so-called "Nail House" (c. 1815; second build c. 1855), administrative home of the Cumberland Nail & Iron Works that established Bridgeton's industrial prowess in the early nineteenth century; the first Cumberland National Bank building (1816), only the second bank chartered in New Jersey (now part of the Bridgeton Library); and the David Sheppard House (1791), recently restored with assistance from the Garden State Historic Trust and home to the Cousteau Coastal Center of Rutgers University since 2008. Bridgeton straddles the tidal Cohansey River and is located near the center of the Delaware Bay lowlands. It derives its name from the original movable bridge that offered the option of regular overland travel on the "King's Highway" across the Cohansey watershed region for the first time in 1716. It is said that its name went from Bridge-towne to Bridgeton in 1816-1817 owing to a printing error on documents published by the Cumberland Bank. Bridgeton is home to numerous large municipal parks. The largest of these, consisting of pinelands, wetlands and lakes, as well as the original raceway system that provided waterpower to the mills, was formed out of the property owned and managed by the Cumberland Nail & Iron Works until 1899. Long considered a recreational area for the region even under ownership by the Iron Works, the property was finally purchased in 1902-3 by the City and preserved in perpetuity as the Bridgeton City Park. It includes three major lakes: Mary Elmer Lake, Sunset Lake, and East Lake. Bridgeton Park encompasses about 1,100 acres (6.1 km2). It now includes the Cohanzick Zoo, New Jersey's oldest zoo, which is free to the public. The city suffered an economic downturn in the 1980s with the loss of its remaining manufacturing sector jobs in glass and textiles. Agricultural employment, however, has continued to attract immigrant workers largely from Mexico, creating new challenges and opportunities for revitalization. A significant minority of Bridgeton residents speak Zapoteco. Immigrants work primarily in nurseries and in agricultural processing occupations near the city, which are among some of the most productive in New Jersey. The downtown has been made more lively by Mexican-American businesses, as well as other businesses, such as a coffee shop/arts venue, a vintage clothing boutique, an arts gallery, and others. With the collaboration of the Bridgeton Main Street Association (the oldest Main Street Association in the state, founded 1990) the City recently declared its downtown a Culinary Arts district and is highlighting downtown economic redevelopment through the food and cooking-related retail sector. In 2008, Rutgers opened the Cousteau Coastal Center of its Institute of Marine & Coastal Sciences in the former David Sheppard House, a base from which it coordinates cutting-edge ecological research and develops modules for environmental learning at all educational levels from elementary school upward. South Woods State Prison, opened near Bridgeton in 1997, is the largest state prison in New Jersey and provides a range of employment.

🎨 City of BRIDGETON UEZ ART BLOCK PARTY 🎨Bridgeton UEZ and Gallery 50 proudly present the Art Block Party—a colorful, fa...
09/10/2026

🎨 City of BRIDGETON UEZ ART BLOCK PARTY 🎨

Bridgeton UEZ and Gallery 50 proudly present the Art Block Party—a colorful, family-friendly celebration of art, culture, creativity, entertainment, community, and local businesses!

Join us as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and honor all cultures through art! ❤️🎨

📅 Sunday, September 20, 2026
⏰ 1:00–6:00 PM
📍 Downtown Bridgeton, NJ
East Commerce Street and Laurel Street to Mayor Aitken Drive
🎟️ FREE admission and open to everyone!

Bridgeton UEZ Media team- VoiceBox Media Group
will be on-site providing event coverage, capturing the artists, businesses, performers and community members who make this celebration special.

🎨 COMMUNITY ART ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

🖼️ GALLERY 50
• Free Mini-Canvas Painting Class—create your own miniature masterpiece to take home
• Community Mural Project—add your artistic touch to a mural created together
• Dress as Your Favorite Artist Contest—come dressed as your favorite artist and show off your creativity

🎙️ KEEPING YOUNG MINDS OCCUPIED (KYMO)
Create and record your own original song with Grammy-nominated Bridgeton music mentor Dazmiere “Dazzy Coolin” Johnson at KYMO Studios!

🪵 STEAMWORKS
Design and create your own wooden business card! Bring your business idea to life and take home your customized creation.

👕 HEART ORGANIZATION
Create your own colorful design at the Tie-Dye Art Station!

🎮 GAMES ON THE GO
Enjoy free gaming inside the gaming truck!

🐶 GOOD DOG THERAPY
Photos, cuddles, and pet-inspired art!

🐴 FLYING FIRST CLASS EQUESTRIAN
Petting zoo, photos, animal education, pony rides, and a special dancing-horse presentation!

🎨 CREATIVE KIDS STATION
Slime-making and Color Our Cultures activities!

🎈 FACE PAINTING, GLITTER & BALLOON ART
• Face-painting experience by Christina
• Balloon art and glitter face painting by PartyMix Cece

🌈 CHALK THE BLOCK
Create sidewalk art and share positive messages throughout the community!

💐 THE FLOWER BAR EXPERIENCE
• The first 20 guests receive a FREE bouquet
• Create your own bouquet for only $15

📚 BRIDGETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
• Children’s and adult book giveaways
• Make your own bookmark

🎧 MUSIC & AUDIO
Enjoy music and entertainment by Sonido Flawers and DJ T-Bone!

👮‍♂️ COME OUT AND MEET YOUR BRIDGETON UEZ POLICE OFFICERS!

🛍️ SHOP LOCAL & SUPPORT BRIDGETON UEZ BUSINESSES

Shop from Bridgeton UEZ-certified and local businesses while supporting:

🍽️ Hispanic and multicultural food trucks
🎨 Artists, makers, and crafters
🧁 Baked goods and specialty treats
🥬 Fresh produce and local products
🏢 Community resources, demonstrations, and displays

Every local purchase helps grow Bridgeton!

❤️ SHOP SMALL • SUPPORT LOCAL • GROW BRIDGETON ❤️

🎤 COMMUNITY TALENT SHOW—WE’RE LOOKING FOR YOU!

Singers, dancers, musicians, poets, spoken-word artists, bands, school clubs, church groups, family-friendly performers, and individuals of all ages are welcome!

✅ Participation is FREE
📅 Register by September 12, 2026

📣 LOCAL VENDORS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS ARE INVITED!

Local businesses, artists, makers, farmers, food vendors, nonprofits, and community partners are welcome to reserve a space.

✅ It’s FREE to participate
📅 Register by September 12, 2026

This celebration proudly supports Hispanic artists, culture, and heritage in partnership with Revive South Jersey and the Cumberland County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

📞 FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER:

Stephanie Gonzalez
Bridgeton UEZ Coordinator
📱 (856) 484-1465
📧 [email protected]

🎨 CREATE • CONNECT • GROW • CELEBRATE OUR COMMUNITY! 🌻



🎨 BRIDGETON UEZ Y GALLERY 50 PRESENTAN 🎨

ARTE
FIESTA DE ARTE EN LA CALLE

Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana y honrando a todas las culturas a través del arte. ❤️🎨

📅 DOMINGO
20 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2026
⏰ 1:00–6:00 P. M.

📍 CENTRO DE BRIDGETON, NJ
Esquina de East Commerce Street y Laurel Street hasta Mayor Aitken Drive

🎟️ ENTRADA GRATIS
ABIERTO A TODOS!

Una celebración colorida y familiar de arte, cultura, creatividad, entretenimiento, comunidad y negocios locales! 🎨🌻

🛍️ COMPRA LOCAL Y APOYA A LOS NEGOCIOS UEZ DE BRIDGETON

Compra en negocios certificados por Bridgeton UEZ, negocios locales, tiendas, artistas, creadores, agricultores y vendedores de comida!

🏢 Negocios certificados por UEZ y negocios locales
🌮 Camiones de comida hispana y multicultural
🎨 Artistas, creadores y artesanos
🧁 Productos horneados y postres especiales
🥬 Frutas, verduras y productos locales
🤝 Recursos, demostraciones y exhibiciones

Cada compra local ayuda a crecer a Bridgeton! ❤️

COMPRA EN PEQUEÑO • APOYA LO LOCAL • HAZ CRECER A BRIDGETON

🎨 ACTIVIDADES DE ARTE COMUNITARIO Y ENTRETENIMIENTO 🎶

🖼️ GALLERY 50 PRESENTA
Crea, pinta y exprésate!

• Clase gratuita de pintura en mini lienzo—crea tu propia obra maestra en miniatura para llevar a casa.
• Proyecto de mural comunitario—agrega tu toque artístico a un mural creado entre todos.
• Concurso: Vístete como tu artista favorito—ven vestido como tu artista favorito y demuestra tu creatividad.

🎙️ KEEPING YOUNG MINDS OCCUPIED (KYMO)
Crea y graba tu propia canción.

Crea una canción original completa con Dazmiere “Dazzy Coolin” Johnson, mentor musical de Bridgeton nominado al Grammy, en KYMO Studios.

🪵 STEAMWORKS ENTREPRENEURS

Diseña y crea tu propia tarjeta de presentación de madera! Dale vida a tu idea de negocio y llévate tu propia tarjeta personalizada de madera.

👕 HEART ORGANIZATION

Estación de arte Tie-Dye.

🎮 GAMES ON THE GO

Disfruta de videojuegos gratis dentro del camión de videojuegos!

🐶 GOOD DOG THERAPY

Fotos, abrazos y arte inspirado en mascotas!

🐴 FLYING FIRST CLASS EQUESTRIAN

Zoológico interactivo, fotos, educación sobre animales, paseos en poni y una presentación especial de caballos bailarines.

🎨 ESTACIÓN CREATIVA PARA NIÑOS

Actividades con slime y Colorea Nuestras Culturas!

🎈 PINTURA FACIAL, BRILLANTINA Y FIGURAS CON GLOBOS

• Experiencia de pintura facial por Christina.
• Figuras con globos y pintura facial con brillantina por PartyMix Cece.

🌈 ARTE CON GIS EN LA CALLE

Crea arte en la acera y comparte mensajes positivos con toda la comunidad.

💐 LA EXPERIENCIA DEL BAR DE FLORES

• Los primeros 20 invitados recibirán un ramo GRATIS.
• Crea tu propio ramo por solo $15.

📚 BIBLIOTECA PÚBLICA DE BRIDGETON

• Libros gratis para niños y adultos.
• Crea tu propio separador de libros.

🎧 MÚSICA Y AUDIO

Disfruta de música y entretenimiento por Sonido Flawers y DJ T-Bone!

👮‍♂️ VEN A CONOCER A TUS OFICIALES DE POLICÍA UEZ DE BRIDGETON!

🎤 SHOW DE TALENTO COMUNITARIO—TE ESTAMOS BUSCANDO!

Cantantes, bailarines, músicos, poetas, artistas de palabra hablada, bandas, clubes escolares, grupos religiosos, artistas familiares y personas de todas las edades son bienvenidos.

✅ Participar es GRATIS.
📅 Inscríbete antes del 12 de septiembre de 2026.

📣 INVITAMOS A VENDEDORES LOCALES Y ORGANIZACIONES COMUNITARIAS!

Negocios locales, artistas, creadores, agricultores, vendedores de comida, organizaciones sin fines de lucro y colaboradores comunitarios pueden reservar un espacio.

✅ Participar es GRATIS.
📅 Inscríbete antes del 12 de septiembre de 2026.

❤️ Esta celebración apoya con orgullo a los artistas, la cultura y la herencia hispana en colaboración con Revive South Jersey y la Comisión de Cultura y Patrimonio del Condado de Cumberland.

09/10/2026
Huge thank you extended to TJ and Durham's Landscaping for your generosity. Durham's Landscaping donated time, material...
09/08/2026

Huge thank you extended to TJ and Durham's Landscaping for your generosity. Durham's Landscaping donated time, materials and service to aerate and seed large areas adjacent to the entrance of sunset lake.

Thank you very much for support to the City of Bridgeton!

📣 Bridgeton UEZ Partners with Rowan College to Bring the FREE Entrepreneurship 101 Series to Bridgeton! 📣 🚨 REGISTRATION...
09/02/2026

📣 Bridgeton UEZ Partners with Rowan College to Bring the FREE Entrepreneurship 101 Series to Bridgeton! 📣

🚨 REGISTRATION CLOSES THIS FRIDAY—ONLY 15 SPOTS LEFT! 🚨

I am happy and proud to announce an exciting new partnership between the City of Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone and Rowan College of South Jersey!

Through this collaboration, Rowan College will bring its Entrepreneurship 101 program directly to Bridgeton—completely free of charge! This series is designed to support our current UEZ businesses, new business owners, and aspiring entrepreneurs as they develop the knowledge and tools needed to succeed.

It is an honor to collaborate with Michael Goonan, Assistant Dean of Career & Technical Education; Jennifer Bates, Assistant Director of Business Development; and the Rowan College of South Jersey Career & Technical Education team.

A special thank-you to Jennifer Bates, who first met with me to discuss developing these classes in response to requests from our UEZ businesses and the current needs of Bridgeton’s growing business community.

We are also proud to welcome The ALMS Center Inc. as our event location partner! Special thanks to Ms. Regina Gibbons, the Board of Trustees, and their amazing team for supporting this opportunity. We are excited to learn more about the wonderful changes they are planning for the center and the new programs they will bring to our community!

The ALMS Center is located within the Bridgeton UEZ and will soon become one of our newest UEZ businesses!

Please call me directly to register or scan the QR code on the flyer to secure your spot before registration closes!

📅 September 14–October 5
🕕 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 The ALMS Center Inc.
1 Martin Luther King Way, Bridgeton
💻 Two sessions will be held online through Zoom.
Work cell :856-484-1465
Office line : 856-455-3239 ext 207

✅ Completely FREE
✅ Only 15 spots remain
⏰ Registration closes this Friday!

Registration is required, and space is limited. Please call me directly to register or scan the QR code on the flyer to secure your spot!

We brought this opportunity directly to Bridgeton—now it is time to show up, learn, grow, and invest in your future!

Together, we are supporting new businesses, strengthening our existing UEZ businesses, and creating more opportunities for Bridgeton’s entrepreneurs to learn, grow, and succeed! 💙💛



⸻

📣 Bridgeton UEZ se asocia con Rowan College para traer GRATIS la serie Emprendimiento 101 a Bridgeton! 📣

🚨 LAS INSCRIPCIONES CIERRAN ESTE VIERNES—SOLO QUEDAN 15 LUGARES! 🚨

Llámeme directamente para inscribirse o escanee el código QR del volante para reservar su lugar antes de que cierren las inscripciones!

Me siento muy feliz y orgullosa de anunciar una nueva y emocionante colaboración entre la Zona Empresarial Urbana de la Ciudad de Bridgeton (Bridgeton UEZ) y Rowan College of South Jersey!

A través de esta colaboración, Rowan College traerá su programa de Emprendimiento 101 directamente a Bridgeton, completamente gratis. Esta serie está diseñada para apoyar a nuestros negocios actuales de la UEZ, nuevos dueños de negocios y futuros emprendedores, brindándoles los conocimientos y las herramientas necesarias para alcanzar el éxito.

Es un honor colaborar con Michael Goonan, Decano Asistente de Educación Profesional y Técnica; Jennifer Bates, Directora Asistente de Desarrollo Empresarial; y todo el equipo de Educación Profesional y Técnica de Rowan College of South Jersey.

Un agradecimiento especial a Jennifer Bates, quien se reunió inicialmente conmigo para conversar sobre el desarrollo de estas clases en respuesta a las solicitudes de nuestros negocios de la UEZ y las necesidades actuales de la creciente comunidad empresarial de Bridgeton.

También nos enorgullece darle la bienvenida a The ALMS Center Inc. como nuestro socio anfitrión y sede del evento. Un agradecimiento especial a la Sra. Regina Gibbons, la Junta de Fideicomisarios y su increíble equipo por apoyar esta oportunidad. ¡Estamos muy emocionados por conocer los maravillosos cambios que están planificando para el centro y los nuevos programas que ofrecerán a nuestra comunidad!

The ALMS Center está ubicado dentro de la zona de Bridgeton UEZ y pronto se convertirá en uno de nuestros negocios más nuevos de la UEZ.

📅 Del 14 de septiembre al 5 de octubre
🕕 De 6:00 a 8:00 p. m.
📍 The ALMS Center Inc.
1 Martin Luther King Way, Bridgeton
💻 Dos sesiones se realizarán en línea a través de Zoom.

✅ Completamente GRATIS
✅ Solo quedan 15 lugares
⏰ ¡Las inscripciones cierran este viernes!

Es necesario registrarse y el espacio es limitado. Llámeme directamente para inscribirse o escanee el código QR del volante para reservar su lugar.

Trajimos esta oportunidad directamente a Bridgeton; ahora es el momento de participar, aprender, crecer e invertir en su futuro!

Juntos estamos apoyando a nuevos negocios, fortaleciendo nuestros negocios existentes de la UEZ y creando más oportunidades para que los emprendedores de Bridgeton aprendan, crezcan y alcancen el éxito! 💙💛

🎪🎉 BRIDGETON IS HOSTING THE FIRST STATEWIDE UEZ JAMBOREE! 🎉🎪After reviewing the most recent weather forecast, the Bridge...
08/21/2026

🎪🎉 BRIDGETON IS HOSTING THE FIRST STATEWIDE UEZ JAMBOREE! 🎉🎪

After reviewing the most recent weather forecast, the Bridgeton UEZ Statewide Jamboree will continue as scheduled tomorrow, Saturday, August 22, 2026!

📣 Bring the entire family out for an exciting carnival-style celebration before heading back to school! The Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone is proud to welcome UEZ municipalities from across New Jersey for a day of community, connection, and celebration! 🤝🎊

🏪 Through this event, Bridgeton UEZ is promoting local and UEZ-certified businesses, increasing community engagement, encouraging residents to shop locally, and creating connections that support economic growth throughout Bridgeton and New Jersey! 🛍️🤝

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 1:00–7:00 PM
📍 Bridgeton Midget Football Field
🏟️ 4 Burt Street, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

🛍️🏪 SHOP LOCAL AND CONNECT:

🍔 Purchase delicious food from local food trucks
🛍️ Shop with local and UEZ-certified businesses
🤝 Connect with vendors and community resource providers
💼 Build valuable business and community connections
🏢 Meet UEZ representatives and partners from throughout New Jersey
🎤 VoiceBox Media Group—Bridgeton UEZ’s media team—providing live community coverage and interviews

Food and merchandise will be available for purchase from participating food trucks, businesses, and vendors. Please come hungry, shop locally, and support our participating businesses! 🍔🛍️🏪

🎉 ENJOY FREE FAMILY FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT:

🎶 Live music and performances
🎤 Entertainment hosted by Bar Talkz—our official MC for the day!
🎧 Music provided by DJ T-Bone
🎪 Carnival-style games and activities
🥧 Community pie-eating contest
🍕 pizza for children from 2:00–4:00 PM
💈 Free haircuts for children to help them get ready for school, provided by Stilos Barbershop
🎨 Face painting by Christina’s Facepainting and Entertainment Service
🎈 Balloon creations and face painting by Partymix Cecy
🎁 Bridgeton UEZ Fun Zone—powered by Keeping Young Minds Occupied (KYMO) and Games on the Go
🏎️ Go-kart rides for teenagers and youth—powered by KYMO and Games on the Go
🎒 School-supply items
🥊 New Skillz Academy showcase
🐶 Good Dog Therapy cuddle station
🦁 Bridgeton City Zoo activities
🍿 Tywone’s bouncy house
🏀 Bridgeton Recreation & Parks activities and resources
🐐 Flying First Class Equestrian and Community Outreach Center experience—featuring Sugar, baby goats, and a baby goose for petting!

👮🏽‍♂️ Bridgeton Police Department UEZ officers will be on-site, connecting with our community, enjoying the family fun, and helping keep everyone safe throughout the celebration! 💙

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FREE family fun for all ages!

❤️ A special thank-you to our City of Bridgeton residents and community members who continue to attend our events, enjoy the family entertainment, support our vendors, and shop locally with our UEZ businesses! Your participation helps our local businesses grow and allows us to continue creating exciting opportunities for our entire community. 🙌🏽🎉

🏢 Come connect with businesses, nonprofit organizations, community partners, and UEZ representatives from throughout New Jersey while enjoying a wonderful day with your family! ❤️☀️

Together, we are building stronger businesses, stronger communities, and a stronger Bridgeton! 💪🏽🏙️

📲 Please share and invite your family and friends! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️💙💛

🎪🎉 BRIDGETON SERÁ LA SEDE DEL PRIMER JAMBOREE ESTATAL DE LAS UEZ! 🎉🎪

Después de revisar el pronóstico del tiempo más reciente, ¡el Jamboree Estatal de Bridgeton UEZ continuará según lo programado mañana, sábado 22 de agosto de 2026!

📣 Traigan a toda la familia a disfrutar de una emocionante celebración estilo carnaval antes del regreso a clases! La Zona Empresarial Urbana de Bridgeton se enorgullece de recibir a municipios UEZ de todo Nueva Jersey para disfrutar de un día de convivencia, conexión y celebración. 🤝🎊

🏪 A través de este evento, Bridgeton UEZ promueve a los negocios locales y certificados por la UEZ, fortalece la participación comunitaria, anima a los residentes a comprar localmente y crea conexiones que impulsan el crecimiento económico en Bridgeton y en todo Nueva Jersey. 🛍️🤝

📅 Sábado 22 de agosto de 2026
⏰ De 1:00 a 7:00 PM
📍 Bridgeton Midget Football Field
🏟️ 4 Burt Street, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
🎟️ ENTRADA GRATIS!

🛍️🏪 COMPRA LOCALMENTE Y HAZ CONEXIONES:

🍔 Compra deliciosa comida de los food trucks locales
🛍️ Compra productos de negocios locales y certificados por la UEZ
🤝 Conoce a vendedores y proveedores de recursos comunitarios
💼 Crea valiosas conexiones empresariales y comunitarias
🏢 Conoce a representantes y colaboradores de las UEZ de todo Nueva Jersey
🎤 VoiceBox Media Group—el equipo de medios de Bridgeton UEZ—estará ofreciendo cobertura comunitaria y entrevistas en vivo

Habrá comida y mercancía a la venta por parte de los food trucks, negocios y vendedores participantes. ¡Vengan con hambre, compren localmente y apoyen a nuestros negocios participantes! 🍔🛍️🏪

🎉 DISFRUTA DE DIVERSIÓN Y ENTRETENIMIENTO GRATIS PARA TODA LA FAMILIA:

🎶 Música y presentaciones en vivo
🎤 Entretenimiento presentado por Bar Talkz—¡nuestro maestro de ceremonias oficial del día!
🎧 Música a cargo de DJ T-Bone
🎪 Juegos y actividades estilo carnaval
🥧 Concurso comunitario de comer pays
🍕 pizza para los niños de 2:00 a 4:00 PM
💈 Cortes de cabello gratis para que los niños estén listos para el regreso a clases, proporcionados por Stilos Barbershop
🎨 Pintacaritas a cargo de Christina’s Facepainting and Entertainment Service
🎈 Figuras con globos y pintacaritas a cargo de Partymix Cecy
🎁 Zona de Diversión de Bridgeton UEZ—presentada por Keeping Young Minds Occupied (KYMO) y Games on the Go
🏎️ Paseos en go-karts para adolescentes y jóvenes—presentados por KYMO y Games on the Go
🎒 Artículos escolares
🥊 Presentación especial de New Skillz Academy
🐶 Estación de abrazos y convivencia con Good Dog Therapy
🦁 Actividades del Zoológico de la Ciudad de Bridgeton
🍿 Casa inflable de Tywone
🏀 Actividades y recursos de Bridgeton Recreation & Parks
🐐 Experiencia de Flying First Class Equestrian and Community Outreach Center—con Sugar, cabritas y un gansito bebé que podrán acariciar

👮🏽‍♂️ Los oficiales de la Unidad UEZ del Departamento de Policía de Bridgeton estarán presentes, conviviendo con nuestra comunidad, disfrutando de la diversión familiar y ayudando a mantener la seguridad de todos durante la celebración. 💙

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Diversión familiar GRATIS para todas las edades!

❤️ Un agradecimiento muy especial a los residentes y miembros de la comunidad de la Ciudad de Bridgeton que continúan asistiendo a nuestros eventos, disfrutando del entretenimiento familiar, apoyando a nuestros vendedores y comprando localmente en los negocios de nuestra UEZ. Su participación ayuda a que nuestros negocios locales crezcan y nos permite continuar creando oportunidades emocionantes para toda nuestra comunidad. 🙌🏽🎉

🏢 Vengan a conectarse con negocios, organizaciones sin fines de lucro, colaboradores comunitarios y representantes de las UEZ de todo Nueva Jersey mientras disfrutan de un maravilloso día con su familia! ❤️☀️

Juntos estamos construyendo negocios más fuertes, comunidades más fuertes y un Bridgeton más fuerte! 💪🏽🏙️

📲 Por favor, compartan esta publicación e inviten a sus familiares y amigos! ¡Estamos muy emocionados de celebrar con ustedes! ❤️💙💛

🎪🎉 BRIDGETON IS HOSTING THE FIRST STATEWIDE UEZ JAMBOREE! 🎉🎪📣 Bring the entire family out for an exciting carnival-style...
08/17/2026

🎪🎉 BRIDGETON IS HOSTING THE FIRST STATEWIDE UEZ JAMBOREE! 🎉🎪

📣 Bring the entire family out for an exciting carnival-style celebration before heading back to school! The Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone is proud to welcome UEZ municipalities from across New Jersey for a day of community, connection, and celebration! 🎊

🏪 Through this event, Bridgeton UEZ is promoting local and UEZ-certified businesses, increasing community engagement, encouraging residents to shop locally, and creating connections that support economic growth throughout Bridgeton and New Jersey! 🛍️

📅 Saturday, August 22, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM–7:00 PM
📍 Bridgeton Midget Football Field
🏟️ 4 Burt Street, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

🛍️🏪 SHOP LOCAL AND CONNECT:

🍔 Purchase delicious food from local food trucks
🛍️ Shop with local and UEZ-certified businesses
🤝 Connect with vendors and community resource providers
💼 Build valuable business and community connections

🎤 VoiceBox Media Group—Bridgeton UEZ’s media team—will provide live community coverage and interviews

Food and merchandise will be available for purchase from participating food trucks, businesses, and vendors. Please come hungry, shop locally, and support our participating businesses! 🍔🛍️🏪

🎉 ENJOY FREE FAMILY FUN AND ENTERTAINMENT:

🎶 Live music and performances
🎤 Entertainment hosted by Bar Talkz—our official MC for the day!
🎧 Music provided by DJ T-Bone
🎪 Carnival-style games and activities
🥧 Community pie-eating contest
🌭🍕 Hot dogs and pizza for children from 2:00–4:00 PM
🎨 Face painting by Christina’s Facepainting and Entertainment Service
🎈 Balloon creations and face painting by Partymix Cecy
🎁 Bridgeton UEZ Fun Zone—powered by Keeping Young Minds Occupied (KYMO) and Games on the Go 🏎️ Go-kart rides for teenagers and youth—
🎒 School-supply items
🥊 New Skillz Academy showcase
🐶 Good Dog Therapy cuddle station
🦁 Bridgeton City Zoo activities
🍿 Tywone’s bouncy house
🏀 Bridgeton Recreation & Parks activities and resources
🐐 Flying First Class Equestrian and Community Outreach Center experience—featuring Sugar, baby goats, and a baby goose for petting!

👮🏽‍♂️ Bridgeton Police Department UEZ officers will be on-site, connecting with our community, enjoying the family fun, and helping keep everyone safe throughout the celebration! 💙

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FREE family fun for all ages!

📣 FREE VENDOR SPACES ARE STILL AVAILABLE! 📣

🏪 Are you a UEZ-certified business, nonprofit organization, local business, or community resource provider? We still have a limited number of FREE vendor spaces available! 🛍️

⏳ The deadline has been extended! You must contact Bridgeton UEZ Coordinator Stephanie Gonzalez by Monday, August 17, to reserve your space. Free spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis!

📞 Work Cell: 856-484-1465
📧 Work Email: [email protected]

❤️ A special thank-you to our City of Bridgeton residents and community members who continue to attend our events, enjoy the family fun and entertainment, support our vendors, and shop locally with our UEZ businesses! These events are created with whole family in mind🛍️🏪 Your participation helps our local businesses grow and allows us to continue creating exciting opportunities for our entire community. 🙌🏽🎉

Together, we are building stronger businesses, stronger communities, and a stronger Bridgeton! 💪🏽🏙️

📲 Please share and invite your family and friends! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️💙💛

🎪🎉 BRIDGETON SERÁ LA SEDE DEL PRIMER JAMBOREE ESTATAL DE UEZ! 🎉🎪

📣 Traiga a toda la familia a disfrutar de una emocionante celebración estilo carnaval antes del regreso a clases! ¡La Zona Empresarial Urbana de Bridgeton se enorgullece de recibir a municipios UEZ de todo Nueva Jersey para un día de comunidad, conexión y celebración! 🎊

🏪 Por medio de este evento, Bridgeton UEZ promueve los negocios locales y certificados por UEZ, aumenta la participación comunitaria, anima a los residentes a comprar localmente y crea conexiones que apoyan el crecimiento económico en Bridgeton y en todo Nueva Jersey. 🛍️

📅 Sábado, 22 de agosto de 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM–7:00 PM
📍 Campo de Fútbol Americano Juvenil de Bridgeton
🏟️ 4 Burt Street, Bridgeton, NJ 08302
🎟️ ¡ENTRADA GRATIS!

🛍️🏪 COMPRE LOCALMENTE Y CONÉCTESE:

🍔 Compre deliciosa comida de los food trucks locales
🛍️ Compre en negocios locales y certificados por UEZ
🤝 Conéctese con vendedores y proveedores de recursos comunitarios
💼 Establezca valiosas conexiones comerciales y comunitarias

🎤 VoiceBox Media Group—el equipo de medios de Bridgeton UEZ—ofrecerá cobertura comunitaria en vivo y realizará entrevistas.

Habrá comida y mercancía disponibles para comprar de los food trucks, negocios y vendedores participantes. ¡Venga con hambre, compre localmente y apoye a nuestros negocios participantes! 🍔🛍️🏪

🎉 DISFRUTE DE DIVERSIÓN Y ENTRETENIMIENTO GRATIS PARA TODA LA FAMILIA:

🎶 Música y presentaciones en vivo
🎤 Entretenimiento presentado por Bar Talkz—¡nuestro maestro de ceremonias oficial del día!
🎧 Música a cargo de DJ T-Bone
🎪 Juegos y actividades estilo carnaval
🥧 Concurso comunitario de comer pay
🌭🍕 Hot dogs y pizza para niños de 2:00–4:00 PM
🎨 Pintacaritas por Christina’s Facepainting and Entertainment Service
🎈 Creaciones con globos y pintacaritas por Partymix Cecy
🎁 Zona de Diversión de Bridgeton UEZ—presentada por Keeping Young Minds Occupied (KYMO) y Games on the Go
🏎️ Paseos en go-karts para adolescentes y jóvenes
🎒 Artículos escolares
🥊 Presentación de New Skillz Academy
🐶 Estación de abrazos con Good Dog Therapy
🦁 Actividades del Zoológico de la Ciudad de Bridgeton
🍿 Casa inflable de Tywone
🏀 Actividades y recursos de Bridgeton Recreation & Parks
🐐 Experiencia de Flying First Class Equestrian and Community Outreach Center—¡con Sugar, cabritas y un gansito para acariciar!

👮🏽‍♂️ Los oficiales UEZ del Departamento de Policía de Bridgeton estarán presentes para convivir con nuestra comunidad, disfrutar de la diversión familiar y ayudar a mantener a todos seguros durante la celebración! 💙

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Diversión GRATIS para toda la familia y todas las edades!

📣 TODAVÍA TENEMOS ESPACIOS GRATIS PARA VENDEDORES! 📣

🏪 Tiene un negocio certificado por UEZ, una organización sin fines de lucro, un negocio local o brinda recursos comunitarios? ¡Todavía tenemos una cantidad limitada de espacios GRATIS disponibles! 🛍️

⏳ La fecha límite se ha extendido! Debe comunicarse con la coordinadora de Bridgeton UEZ, Stephanie Gonzalez, a más tardar el lunes 17 de agosto para reservar su espacio. ¡Los espacios gratuitos son limitados y se asignarán por orden de solicitud!

📞 Celular de trabajo: 856-484-1465
📧 Correo electrónico de trabajo: [email protected]

❤️ Un agradecimiento especial a los residentes de la Ciudad de Bridgeton y a los miembros de nuestra comunidad que continúan asistiendo a nuestros eventos, disfrutando de la diversión y el entretenimiento familiar, apoyando a nuestros vendedores y comprando localmente en nuestros negocios UEZ! Estos eventos se crean pensando en toda la familia. 🛍️🏪

Su participación ayuda a nuestros negocios locales a crecer y nos permite continuar creando oportunidades emocionantes para toda nuestra comunidad. 🙌🏽🎉

Juntos estamos construyendo negocios más fuertes, comunidades más fuertes y un Bridgeton más fuerte! 💪🏽🏙️

📲 ¡Comparta esta publicación e invite a sus familiares y amigos! ¡Estamos ansiosos por celebrar con ustedes! ❤️💙💛

🚔🎉 Bridgeton’s First-Ever National Night Out 2026 — Thank You! 🎉🚔What an unforgettable evening! 💙City of Bridgeton Recre...
08/12/2026

🚔🎉 Bridgeton’s First-Ever National Night Out 2026 — Thank You! 🎉🚔

What an unforgettable evening! 💙

City of Bridgeton Recreation & Parks Director John Medica and City of Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) Coordinator Stephanie Gonzalez would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helped make Bridgeton’s first-ever National Night Out 2026 such an incredible success.

It is always an honor to partner with the Bridgeton Police Department through our ongoing UEZ Policing Program, in collaboration with the City of Bridgeton Recreation & Parks Department, to bring our residents, businesses, community partners, and visitors together for an evening that truly showcased the heart of Bridgeton.

A special thank you to Chief James Battavio for your outstanding leadership, dedication, and commitment in bringing together our Event Board, which includes Bridgeton Public Schools, Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone , Keeping Young Minds Occupied (KYMO), United Advocacy Group, Revive South Jersey, SouthEast Gateway, Gateway Community Action Partnership, HopeLoft, Games on the Go, the Bridgeton Public Library, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office, our officers, the UEZ Board of Funded Events Committee, community partners, local businesses, nonprofit organizations, performers, volunteers, and residents to help make Bridgeton’s first-ever National Night Out possible. Because of your vision and leadership, our community came together to celebrate this important national initiative focused on strengthening police-community partnerships, supporting local businesses, building trust, and creating safer, stronger neighborhoods. Thank you for your continued commitment to serving the City of Bridgeton every day and making this memorable event possible.

It was wonderful to see our residents connecting with local law enforcement, supporting our downtown businesses, visiting community organizations, and enjoying an evening filled with fun, laughter, and community pride.

Seeing thousands of residents, families, businesses, nonprofit organizations, community partners, and public safety agencies come together demonstrated exactly what National Night Out is all about—strengthening police-community relationships, supporting local businesses, connecting residents with valuable resources, and building a safer, stronger Bridgeton.

❤️ To every resident who attended—thank you. Whether you came for the food, entertainment, performances, school supplies, community resources, or simply to spend time with your neighbors, you helped make Bridgeton’s first-ever National Night Out truly unforgettable.

This was more than an event—it was a celebration of community, collaboration, and everything that makes Bridgeton special. It showed what can be accomplished when law enforcement, City leadership, businesses, nonprofit organizations, community partners, and residents come together with one shared purpose.

Thank you to Mayor Albert B. Kelly and the Bridgeton City Council—Rosemary DeQuinzio, Marian King, Curtis Edwards, Edward Bethea, and David Gonzalez—for your continued support, leadership, and collaboration in helping make this event possible. A sincere thank you to the Bridgeton Public Works Department, Bridgeton Fire Department, Bridgeton EMS, the Cumberland County Department of Health, Business Administrator Kevin Rabago, and UEZ Project Manager Heather Moran , Finance team for your partnership and dedication in ensuring the success of this event.

I would also like to recognize and thank the Bridgeton UEZ Funded Events Board Committee—Teresa Mason, Harlan Miller, Barbara Jackson, Jon Marino, LaToya’s Kitchen, Minerva Alvarado, Tony Hill, Michelle, and Crystal—for your hard work.Thank you to Flying First Class Equestrian and Community Outreach Center for bringing such a wonderful experience to our families farm animals. Thank you to Christina Suggs for the incredible face painting, and to Ceci Garcia of PartyMix Cecy for the beautiful balloon creations that added so much fun .

A heartfelt thank you to Jennifer Webb and the Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office, along with the Cumberland County Commissioners, for your continued partnership, collaboration, and unwavering support. We truly appreciate everything you do to strengthen our community and help make events like this a success.

Thank you to every City of Bridgeton employee who worked behind the scenes to prepare, coordinate, set up, ensure public safety, and help make this event run smoothly from beginning to end.

⸻

🚔 Thank You to Our Government & Public Safety Partners

• Bridgeton Fire Department
• Bridgeton Urban Enterprise Zone
• Cumberland County Clerk’s Office
• Cumberland County Department of Health
• Cumberland County Office of Tourism
• Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office
• Cumberland County Prosecutor’s Office
• Cumberland County Department of Corrections
• New Jersey Army National Guard
• New Jersey Air National Guard

⸻

❤️ Thank You to Our Community Partners & Nonprofit Organizations

• Bridgeton Public Schools
• Bridgeton Public Library
• Keeping Young Minds Occupied (KYMO)
• United Advocacy Group
• Revive South Jersey
• SouthEast Gateway
• Gateway Community Action Partnership
• Greater Bridgeton Family Success Center
• CompleteCare Health Network
• HopeLoft YouthBuild
• Acacia Trauma Recovery
• HEART Organization
• Bridge the Gap Inc.
• Gallery 50
• STEAMWorks
• McCormick Theater
• Give Back Organization
• Bridgeton Riverfront Suites
• Flying First Class Equestrian & Community Outreach Center
• Good Dog Therapy
• Bridgeton City Zoo
• Games on the Go
• VoiceBox Media Group
• Boys & Girls Club
• Big Brothers Big Sisters
• Chapter 13
• Ionic Lodge #40 F.&A.M. Prince Hall Affiliated
• Girl Scouts of Southern New Jersey
• Toybox Preschool
• Maryville Integrated Care
• Quality Care Services
• Bridgeton Area Chamber of Commerce
• Life Worth Living
• Bridgeton UEZ Audio Team
• Bridgeton UEZ Commercial Tent Team
• Latoya’s Kitchen Bridgeton UEZ Decorator Team

⸻

🛍️ Thank You to Our UEZ Businesses & Downtown Merchants

Thank you to all of our amazing UEZ-certified businesses, downtown merchants, retailers, restaurants, service providers, and vendors who opened their doors, welcomed visitors, and showcased everything Downtown Bridgeton has to offer.

Special thanks to TD Bank, Azteca Internacional, Novedades Espinoza, Inka Chicken, Total Wireless, Mexico Travel, Vicky’s Party Supply, Cuevas Cowboys, Guanajuatense, Stilos Barber Shop, Pasito Tu Tienda, Hop Shing Kitchen, Tracy’s Corner, Taxi, Shamika’s Essence, Boost Mobile, Ant Veracruz, Clint’s Barber, Zapatería La Cabaña, La Guadalupana, Taquería 2 Portillos, Cricket Wireless, Herbalife, DAE Bat, Domino’s Pizza, NewLife Nutrition, Bazer Soccer Sports, Angeles & Blossoms, Big John’s Pizza, La Nacional, La Nueva Era, Domino’s Pizza, NanatickOne Kennel/LeNLeape, Tribal Headquarters, Carrasco Grocery, Advertisement Agency, Senior Craft Caring Center, La Bonita, Moda Arsenal, Hummel’s W**e & Liquor, Death Row Salon, Church, La Guelaguetza, Dominion Title, Pretty Girl Selle, and every downtown business that participated in this celebration.

⸻

🌮 Thank You to Our Food Vendors

Thank you to Paisano’s Taqueria, Drea’s One Stop, LunchMoney by Jim’s, Tiagoz Catering, Victor’s Taco, Quing’s Sipps, Bless It Funnel Cake Carnival, Caiden’s Sweet Tooth. A special thank Big John’s, Carmelo’s for providing the pizzas, and to all of our food vendors for helping make this event a tremendous success.

⸻

🎶 Thank You to Our Entertainment

A special thank you to Bar Talkz for serving as our Master of Ceremonies, keeping the evening engaging, highlighting our businesses and community partners, and keeping everyone informed throughout the event.

A huge thank you to DJ T-Bone for providing an incredible mix of music that kept the energy going all evening and brought our community together.

Thank you to our amazing performers for sharing your talents and making the evening so memorable:

🎤 Jaz with the Vocals
🎤 Zyarhon
🎻 Maestro Ramon Guerra
🇲🇽 El Charro Mariachi
🎸 Randy Harry

🌟 Congratulations to our talented youth performers:

• Angelina Angel
• Kathy Aguilar Angel
• Kamila Aguilar Angel

We are already looking forward to working alongside all of our partners to make National Night Out 2027 even bigger and better.

Thank you for believing in Bridgeton, supporting our Bridgeton Police Department, local businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, community partners, and one another. Together, we continue building a stronger, safer, and more connected Bridgeton.

💙 Thank you for making history with Bridgeton’s first-ever National Night Out!

Address

Bridgeton, NJ
08332

Telephone

856-455-3230

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The City of Bridgeton posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category