Members of the Roselle Park Historical Society were recognized at the March 16th Mayor & Council meeting.
Mayor Hokanson and Second Ward Councilman Joseph Petrosky, both who are historical society members themselves, presented Certificates of Recognition to follow members. The members who were recognized were:
- Gary Augustine
- Eva Boyko
- Stephanie Brenner
- Patricia Butler
- Michael Connelly
- Jacqui Gradel
- Keith Heyman
- Vickie Keenan
- James McCrady
- Linda McCrady
- Maxine Padulsky
- Daniel Petrosky
- Kimberly Powers
- Karen Van Horn
After the award presentation from the borough, Society President Pat Butler recognized council liaison Joseph Petrosky and Mayor Hokanson for their advocacy and participation in the society.
The keepers of the Roselle Park’s history were formally established in 1971, according to the society’s website. They are also curators of the Roselle Park Museum.
Fees to join the society are $5 annually or $25 for a lifetime membership. The Roselle Park Historical Society meets Monday nights at 7 p.m. monthly on the following dates:
- April 3, 2017
- May 1, 2017
- October 2, 2017
- November 6, 2017
- December 4, 2017
The Roselle Park Museum is open Saturdays from 10 a.m. till 1 o’clock in the afternoon as well as by appointment. The museum is free to the public.
The Roselle Park Museum is located at 9 West Grant Avenue.
More information on the Roselle Park Society can be found on their Facebook page (link) and website (link).