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ABOUT THE KCCC
The KCCC was created to be a catalyst for community based programs and events designed to enhance public pride, offer community-wide recreation and to promote economic activity within the Borough. Our initial goal was to implement a Calendar of Events and Activities in honor of the Borough's Centennial Celebration in 2008.
The Celebration kick-off was the 2008 Memorial Day Parade, which expanded to include bands and floats built by many of our local organizations. We also reached the Middle & High School Students in honor of the Borough’s Centennial. Local school Administrators cooperated with our office to host an assembly by where we brought an educational impersonator; President Theodore Roosevelt to speak to the Students of all ages.
The International Food & Music Festival was held in late June. The event was geared to have diverse music and culture including Food, Music & Merchandise surrounding various Countries such as America, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, the Caribbean and more.
The Keyport Farmers Market was expanded to include more Jersey Fresh, Hand Picked produce. A NJDA Matched Fund grant was obtained to promote and expand the market. The Committee worked with our Borough Clerk, to obtain Food Voucher Coupons for eligible Keyport Senior Citizens. The program was a huge success and we ended the season with a waiting list for vouchers.
The Keyport Garden Club is another initiative of the KCCC. The Garden Club was formed under the direction of the KCCC Board and is now a successful, independent organization.
We welcome all residents, businesses and other local organizations to get involved with the KCCC. If you want to be part of something exciting or simply want to meet people and have the time to spare, please call 732-739-5138 to volunteer. You will have the opportunity to work with other local groups; you can volunteer for the Country Jamboree, now a famous weekend Fall event, attracting 10,000 visitors; or any of our other events and projects. The KCCC raises funds to host these spectacular activities without relying on taxpayer funds. In addition, the KCCC can assist groups like Keyport Recreation Commission; Firemen’s Museum, Garden Club or any other civic organization with their fundraising needs by donating a portion of their proceeds.
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