AUGUSTA, N.J. (Sussex County) — Sussex County seniors are invited to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary during Senior Day at the New Jersey State Fair on Thursday, Aug. 6.
Hosted by the Sussex County Board of County Commissioners, the Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Senior Services, the event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. under the Planet Networks Performing Arts Tent at the Sussex County Fairgrounds.
This year’s theme, “Through the Ripples of Time, A Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of America,” will feature music, entertainment and activities celebrating the nation’s Semiquincentennial.
Attendees can enjoy music from a disc jockey featuring summer, beach and patriotic favorites, along with light refreshments, door prizes, informational vendor exhibits and promotional giveaways.
The annual event also will recognize the 2026 Sussex County Senior of the Year, honor all Senior of the Year nominees and recognize Sussex County Skylands Ride bus drivers for their years of safe driving.
Senior Day is sponsored by Homestead Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Valley View Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home, Newton Medical Center and United Methodist Communities HomeWorks at Bristol Glen.
For more information, contact the Sussex County Division of Senior Services at 973-579-0555, ext. 1226, or email seniorservices@sussex.nj.us.
