October Full of Garage Sales, Disposal Opportunities

Usually Long Valley Patch’s 5 Things column represents a short list of what’s going on that day in town. Today, we’re going to change things up a bit, and take a look at a few can’t-miss events going on next month. It turns out October is full of fun and useful activities, so let’s take a peek.

You Need to Know About Fireworks: The Second Annual Kevin M. Walsh Fireworks Festival, originally scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 27, was postponed due to Hurricane Irene. It has been rescheduled for this Saturday, Oct. 1, and will begin at 4 p.m. behind the Long Valley Middle School. To find out more about the event, .

You Need to Recycle Your Electronics: Got some unused, unwanted, outdated electronic equipment you want to get rid of, but don’t know where or how? Look no further; the Washington Township Recycling Center, in conjunction with the Washington Township Green Team / Sustainability Committee is offering a free disposal of electronic waste on Saturday, Oct. 1 at the Benedict A. Cucinella School. To find out more, .

You Need to Sell Your Stuff: One man’s trash is another man’s treasure, as the saying goes, and now everyone in Washington Township has an opportunity to participate in the town-wide garage sale to benefit West Morris Central’s Project Graduation 2012. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 15, rain or shine. To register and have your home added to the map of garage sale locations,

You Need to Get Rid of Unwanted Meds: The Washington Township Police Department will be hosting an Operation Take Back New Jersey collection site from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29. This initiative is open to all residents and encourages anyone with unwanted, unused, or expired prescription medication to drop off the drugs and have them disposed of properly. For more information,

You Need to Celebrate Oktoberfest: For Seniors, that is. The Washington Township Recreation Department is hosting a Oktoberfest Luncheon for seniors with entertainment at 11 a.m. at the Washington Township Senior Center on Oct. 19. Registration is needed prior to Oct. 12. Residents are $8, non-residents are $9. Send checks to 50 Rock Road, Long Valley, NJ 07853.

And for a full list of events throughout the month of October, go here.