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Over 100 Years of Tradition, Legacy, and Patriotism: The Annual Glassboro Memorial Day Returns May 25th.

Glassboro, NJ—The Annual Glassboro Memorial Day Parade has stood as a poignant tribute to community veterans for well over a century. Experience award-winning string bands, a children’s bike brigade, and a military flyover.The parade route will begin at the corner of Lehigh Road and University Boulevard, proceeding towards Downtown Glassboro on Whitney Avenue, turning onto High Street, and finally concluding at Academy Street.

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2026 Car Show & Food Truck Festival | Vehicle Registration

Located in Downtown Glassboro, attendees can anticipate a spectacular showcase of 300 cars, including antiques, classic cars, and muscle cars. In addition, guests can indulge in a wide array of culinary delights from over 20 food trucks.

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Glassboro’s Heroes to be Honored with Military Flyover on Memorial Day

The Glassboro Memorial Day Parade Committee is proud to announce that it has been approved for a military flyover to mark this year’s Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 25. F‑16 fighter jets from the New Jersey Air National Guard’s 177th Fighter Wing, based in Atlantic City, are scheduled for 10:30 am to pass over the Glassboro War Memorial in the Town Square at High and Main before continuing along the parade route towards the start.

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[IMG: Flyer for Glassboro Community Unity Day 2026 event, featuring a purple background with colorful text and graphics. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 13th, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Glassboro Town Square, 1 High St. W., Glassboro. The flyer in]

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[IMG: Event poster for the Italian Festival in Glassboro, New Jersey, featuring images of a tomato, coffee pot, Leaning Tower of Pisa, wine bottle and glass, and icons representing Italy, pasta, and wine, with details about the date, time, location, and sp]

[IMG: Event poster for an art walk and night market on October 3rd from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. presented by Nexus Properties in Glassboro, featuring a self-guided walking tour, family-friendly art celebration, food trucks, free museum admission, and interactive]

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[IMG: Flyer for Glassboro Community Unity Day 2026 event, featuring a purple background with colorful text and graphics. The event is scheduled for Saturday, June 13th, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Glassboro Town Square, 1 High St. W., Glassboro. The flyer in]

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[IMG: Event poster for an art walk and night market on October 3rd from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. presented by Nexus Properties in Glassboro, featuring a self-guided walking tour, family-friendly art celebration, food trucks, free museum admission, and interactive]

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[IMG: A blue holiday-themed event poster with a moon, a reindeer, and pine trees. The Poster promotes the Borough of Glassboro’s]

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[H4] Public Relations and Business Development

The Office of Public Relations and Business Development plays a crucial role in enhancing the image of the Borough of Glassboro by effectively promoting and communicating important information both within and outside the Borough. Our primary focus is on fostering community engagement and spearheading economic development initiatives.Glassboro is committed to providing a wide range of resources aimed at cultivating a vibrant business environment. We prioritize building strong business relationships, engaging with the community, attracting visitors, and promoting tourism. Through our efforts, Glassboro offers numerous opportunities for business and corporate partners to connect with thousands of actively engaged consumers on an annual basis.Megan Varrell | Director of Public Relations and Business Development (856) 881-9230  Ext. 88178mvarrell@glassboro.orgCorienne Swanson | Community Coordinator(856) 881-9230 Ext. 88322cswanson@glassboro.org

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Glassboro Town Square located at 1 High Street W. Glassboro, NJ 08028

Festivals & Events in the Borough of Glassboro, New JerseyThe Borough of Glassboro offer exclusive opportunities for businesses to engage in large-scale sponsorships that will expose your brand to thousands of festival and event attendees in Downtown Glassboro. Event sponsorship, along with on-site activations are the ideal methods to enhance your brand's visibility and ensure top-of-mind awareness among Southern New Jersey residents and visitors. Our various levels of sponsorship provide opportunities to connect with a diverse range of audience segments.Click here to view 2026 Event Sponsorship Opportunities Business DevelopmentBusiness Development is a major priority in the Borough of Glassboro as we seek to retain and attract businesses, foster economic revitalization and investments, and help market, promote, and celebrate our businesses. Glassboro is proud to be the home of more than 900 businesses including stores, restaurants, personal services, and professional offices and we are always welcoming more. Our Code & Construction and Planning & Zoning team will guide you and coordinate appropriate assistance regarding streaming the permit approval process, zoning revisions, and other necessary steps to open and maintain a business in town.  Please also visit our business directory and shop local in the Borough of Glassboro! Advertising Opportunities Exclusively for Glassboro BusinessesOur business-to-consumer advertising opportunities offer Glassboro businesses exclusive access to cost-effective ways to promote and sell their products or services to a high-quality, targeted audience within the Glassboro Region.Downtown Glassboro Kiosk Advertising offers a powerful means of engaging with your target audience, beginning with influencing their point-of-sale decisions at our strategically placed kiosks in Downtown Glassboro. These advertising kiosks serve as impactful tools for businesses looking to make a lasting impression. The large, backlit units are prominently displayed along surface streets, effectively reaching both pedestrians and drivers. Please reach out to cswanson@glassboro.org for more information. Visit Glassboro Postcards - more info coming soon!Annual Fall Newsletter - more info coming soon!Mercantile LicenseIn accordance with a State of New Jersey legislation, all individuals/entities operating businesses or rental properties in New Jersey must maintain $500,000 liability insurance that covers property damage, bodily injury, or death resulting from accidents or occurrences. The State of New Jersey has tasked municipalities with the responsibility of monitoring local businesses to ensure their compliance with regulations. In line with this directive, Glassboro has implemented Ordinance #22-28 – Chapter 303A – Licensing Article II, mandating that all organizations and businesses obtain an annual mercantile license.Renewal Applications are mailed annually and Licenses are valid for the calendar year. New businesses are required to have received their CO or the Commercial Transfer of Title/Tenancy BEFORE submitting their Mercantile License application.

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Glassboro’s Boards and Commissions support the Mayor and Borough Council by providing guidance, expertise, and community input on a wide range of municipal matters. These volunteer groups help shape policies and initiatives that impact the Borough and its residents. Serving on a board or commission is a great way to get involved and contribute to Glassboro’s future.Interested in Joining?Serving on a Board or Commission is a great way for residents to get involved, share their expertise, and help shape Glassboro’s future.When a vacancy occurs on a board or commission the information is posted.These are volunteer positions and result in no monetary benefit.To submit Letter of Interest, Citizen Leadership Form, and Résumé for consideration, email kcosgrove@glassboro.org or mail Letter of Interest, Citizen Leadership Form, and Résumé to: The Office of the Clerk1 South Main StreetGlassboro, NJ 08028

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