MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR JULY 1, 2006!

On Tuesday evening, March 7, 14 interested Ortley residents met at BJ's Hall to plan a centennial celebration for Ortley. It was decided to hold the event on Saturday, July 1st, 2006. Here are some of the activities which are now in the planning stages: A 1:00 PM parade with color guard, bands, organization floats, cars, tractors, horses, "Ortley Then & Now" costumes, etc., including a "Kiddie Parade" component with pets and kid costumes. Also a car show, an antique tractor/threshing demonstration, stage music and a softball game in the afternoon, carnival with face painting, etc., a craft fair (venders wanted - $5/table). The Senior center will serve a meal at noon and the Church a pork barbecue at 4:00 PM. Karaoke in the evening.

Specific plans will be announced as they are finalized, but it looks like we have the makings of a very enjoyable celebration. The next planning meeting will take place 6:00 PM Tuesday, April 4, at BJ's Hall in Ortley's historic Downtown.