Kearny’s 33rd annual Senior Citizen Picnic takes place Wednesday, June 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Doyle Pavilion, Riverbank Park, Passaic Avenue. Kearny residents aged 55 and older are invited to attend the free event. Children and pets may not attend. Tickets are available at Town Hall, the Main Library, the Health Department and the Henrietta Benstead Senior Center. Councilman Stathis Theodoropoulous has prepared a fun day of food (including Mr. Softee), music and raffles (winner must be present to claim prizes.)
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