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Sussex County Day 2024
2024-09-15 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Sunday, September 15, 2024
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sussex County Fairgrounds 37 Plains Road Augusta, NJ 07822 United States (map)
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Come See Us at Sussex County Day! Admission is free and it is sure to be a great day with so many great businesses, local crafters and all that makes our county a great place to live and visit. Come visit our booth to learn more about our organization, play games, and enter our raffle! If you’d like to volunteer to help man the table, sign up here.

Stop & Shop Back to School Cram the Trunk w/The Sparta Community Food Pantry
2024-09-29 09:00 - 16:00
Sunday, September 29, 2024
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
5 Town Center Drive, Sparta, NJ 07871 United States of America (map)
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As a new school year kicks off this month, The Weekend Bag Program, Inc. is fortunate enough to partner with Stop & Shop to do a "cram the trunk" event.
Stop by to purchase items to donate, make monetary donations, or simply to learn more about the program. Go to the donations page to see a list of accepted donation items.
This is a collaboration effort with The Sparta Community Food Pantry. Both The Weekend Bag Program, Inc and The Sparta Community Food Pantry will be collecting items at this event. This is a great opportunity to support TWO local programs that fight food insufficiency in our county!

O’Reillys Oktober“feis" to benefit The Weekend Bag Program
2024-10-13 13:00 - 20:00
Sunday, October 13, 2024
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
271 Spring StNewton, NJ 07860, United States of America (map)
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O’Reilly’s Pub in Newton is hosting an Oktober"feis" to benefit The Weekend Bag Program! It will be a day full of live music, games and raffles!
There will be a bin set up for donations of goods, so feel free to bring by any food and hygiene products! Click here for a list of accepted donation items!
Mark your calendars and join us on September 29th from 11am-6pm!!

Paint & Sip For A Cause
2024-10-19 19:00 - 22:00
Saturday, October 19, 2024
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
75 NJ-15Lafayette, NJ 07848 (map)
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Get your friends together and snag your tickets today to secure your seats for this fun event! You’ll create a beautiful wooden porch sign (4X6) choosing from over 150 designs. Professional Jen Starr of Paint Fusion Art Events will lead you as you chanel your inner artist. Light refreshments will be available but feel free to bring your own spread and BYOB.

Pasta Night at The Chelsea at Sparta
2024-10-23 16:00 - 17:30
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
The Chelsea at Sparta513 Lafayette Road, Sparta NJ 07871 (map)
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Don’t worry about dinner on this night, we’ve got it covered at $10 per plate! To order, call (973) 431-5400 or email mruel@cslal.com by 10/16/24
The amazing folks at The Chelsea at Sparta will be cooking a delicious meal of pasta (your choice of Penne ala Vodka, Cheese Ravioli, or Cavatelli & Broccoli), with a small side salad, garlic knots and a cookie for dessert.
Proceeds will benefit The Weekend Bag Program, Inc. What a great chance to enjoy a home cooked meal (without having to cook at home) WHILE supporting our mission to fight food and hygiene insecurity among students students in Sussex County!

Bentley Assisted Living Donation Drive
2024-11-01 00:00 - 2024-11-30 23:30
Friday, November 1, 2024, 12:00 AM - Saturday, November 30, 2024, 11:55 PM
Bentley Assisted Living3 Phillips Road Branchville, NJ, 07826 United States (map)
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For the month of November, Bentley Assisted Living will be collecting donations to help support The Weekend Bag Program!
Drop off your donations at 3 Phillips Rd, Branchville, NJ 07826.
Thank you Bentley for your support!

Frankford PTA Tricky Tray
2024-11-16 17:00 - 23:00
Saturday, November 16, 2024
5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sussex County Fair Grounds, Richards Building 37 Plains Road, Frankford, NJ, 07822, United States (map)
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Bring a donation for The Weekend Bag Program to the Frankford Township School PTA Tricky Tray and you’ll receive a ticket to enter for an exclusive tray!
Doors open at 5pm, calling begins at 7:30pm. General Admission is $5 OR donation to The Weekend Bag Program!

Stuff the Van at Weis Markets
2024-11-17 09:00 - 2024-11-18 16:00
Sunday, November 17, 2024, 9:00 AM -Monday, November 18, 2024, 4:00 PM
Weis Markets140 New Jersey 23, Franklin, NJ, 07416 United States (map)
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The Battle of the Weis Stores is back! The Newton Weis and Franklin Weis Markets will be competing in a simultaneous Stuff the Van event! The Weekend Bag Program, Inc. will be at both locations collecting donations.
Whichever location collects the largest number of donated items wins the most coveted bragging rights in all the land! You can join in the fun by stopping by either location and drop an item or two in the van!

Holiday Pictures for a Cause
2024-11-30 11:00 - 15:00
Saturday, November 30, 2024
11:00 AM 3:00 PM
Coldwell Banker Realty, Augusta Office 47 U.S. 206, Suite 2 Augusta, NJ, 07822 United States (map)
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The SC Group of Coldwell Banker is hosting an amazing event to give back this holiday season!
Join us for a festive photo session, and help us support The Weekend Bag Program Inc. It costs just $25 to create one Weekend Bag and with your donation, we’ll be able to help even more families this holiday season.
Sign up HERE

February Stuff the Van Competition
2025-02-23 09:00 - 16:00
Sunday, February 23, 20259:00 AM 4:00 PM
Weis Market (map)
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Stuff the Van friendly competition between Weis Markets in Franklin and Newton!
Weekend Bag Program Team members will be at each location to receive donations and to see which location collects the most items and stuffs the van first!
Items we need most right now:

Pasta noodles – any shape
Pasta sauce – no glass
Canned vegetables
Boxed mac and cheese
Applesauce
Individual snack items (chips, crackers, cookies)
Shampoo
Conditioner
Deodorant

Spring into Clean
2025-03-01 00:00 - 2025-03-20 23:30
Spring into Clean Fundraiser
Saturday, March 1, 2025 12:00 AM -Thursday, March 20, 2025 11:55 PM
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We are asking for $5 Venmo donations for our Spring Into Clean initiative. The funds collected will go towards purchasing laundry soap.
Each of the 291 students in the program will receive laundry soap once a month. This equates to 1,164 laundry soap items! 🧼
Please write “Spring Into Clean” in the Venmo description so we know it is part of the drive! Thank you!

Stuff The Van
2025-03-16 09:00 - 10:00
March Stuff the Van Competition
Sunday, March 16, 2025
9:00 AM 10:00 AM
Weis Market (map)
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Stuff the Van friendly competition between Weis Markets in Franklin and Newton!
Weekend Bag Program Team members will be at each location to receive donations and to see which location collects the most items and stuffs the van first!
Items we need most right now:

Pasta noodles – any shape
Pasta sauce – no glass
Canned vegetables
Boxed mac and cheese
Applesauce
Individual snack items (chips, crackers, cookies)
Shampoo
Conditioner
Deodorant

April Stuff The Van
2025-04-13 09:00 - 10:00
April Stuff the Van Competition
Sunday, April 13, 2025
9:00 AM 10:00 AM
Weis Market (map)
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Stuff the Van friendly competition between Weis Markets in Franklin and Newton!
Weekend Bag Program Team members will be at each location to receive donations and to see which location collects the most items and stuffs the van first!
Items we need most right now:

Pasta noodles – any shape
Pasta sauce – no glass
Canned vegetables
Boxed mac and cheese
Applesauce
Individual snack items (chips, crackers, cookies)
Shampoo
Conditioner
Deodorant

Fun Run
2025-09-27 10:00 - 12:00
Color Blast Fun Run/Walk
Saturday, September 27, 2025
10:00 AM 12:00 PM
Vernon Township High School1832 County Road 565Glenwood, NJ 07418United States (map)

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Join the NJ4s Morris-Sussex Color Blas Fun Run/Walk!

Bring a non-perishable food item or shampoo, conditioner, or deodorant to donut to The Weekend Bag Program! Monetary donations are also appreciated.

Non-Profit Month
2026-02-01 - 2026-02-28
Love Your Local Non-Profit Month at The Ampersand Inn $100/night — Book for Feb 2026 starting Nov 1 at noon
Sunday, February 1, 202612:00 AM Saturday, February 28, 202611:59 PM
PO Box 205Andover, NJ 07821 (map)
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Book at room at The Ampersand Inn for February 2025 starting Nov 1, 2026 and donate the cost of your stay to The Weekend Bag Program at check-in!
Only $100/night and $200/night Valentine’s Day weekend (Fri, Sat, Sun) and Super Bowl Sunday.
How does it work?
1. Starting Sat, Nov 1 at 12:00 PM EST book online at ampersandinn.com
2. Provide your credit card info (you will NOT be charged)
3. Donate directly to The Weekend Bag Program upon check-in

WKB Wine Bottle Bingo
2026-05-30
Pre-Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-weekend-bag-wine-bottle-bingo

Pre-Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-weekend-bag-wine-bottle-bingo

July - Stuff the Van Food & Hygiene Drive
2026-07-23 09:30 - 12:00 | Weis Markets – Newton
Join The Weekend Bag Program Inc. in Making a Difference!
There are so many opportunities this fall to support local children experiencing food and hygiene insecurity. Whether you stop by to donate, volunteer, or simply say hello, we'd love to see you!

Thursday, July 23, 2026
📍 Weis Markets – Newton🕤 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
This event is especially exciting because our friends from the Beyond the Bag Transition Program – High Point Regional High School Work-Based Learning Program will be volunteering alongside us!
We love expanding our partnerships with our Beyond the Bag students and giving them meaningful opportunities to serve our community. It is another reminder that:
"All Kids Can Do Amazing Things Given the Chance and Opportunity."
Stop by, say hello, and if you're able, help us fill the van with donations for local students!

August - Stuff the Van Food & Hygiene Drives
2026-08-30 09:30 - 15:00 | Weis Markets, Franklin & Newton
Sunday, August 30, 2026
📍 Weis Markets – Franklin & Newton
🕤 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
It's time for another Franklin vs. Newton Friendly Competition!
🏆 Which store will collect the most donations for local children?
Visit either location, cheer on your favorite store, and help us stock our shelves!

Jersey Mike's Dine to Donate
2026-09-21 | 10 NORTH VILLAGE BLVD. SPARTA, NJ
Friendly Reminder: Please have a copy of the flyer above ready when you visit Jersey Mike's, either on your phone or as a printed copy, so our fundraiser receives credit for your purchase.
Every order makes a difference! Jersey Mike's is generously donating 50% of all fundraiser sales back to our cause. That means if we reach $500 in sales, we'll receive $250 to support our fundraiser. Thank you for helping make this event a success!

📍 Monday, September 21 – Sparta Location (All Day)

2nd Annual MHA Color Blast Fun Run/Walk & Wellness Fair
2026-09-26 08:00 - 11:00 | Vernon Township High School
This family-friendly event features:
🎵 Music
🎨 T-Shirt Decorating
🎯 Games
🎭 Crafts
❤️ Wellness Activities and much more!
Be sure to stop by the Weekend Bag Program Inc. table to say hello!
Bring a donation of a full-size bottle of Shampoo or Conditioner, and receive a T-shirt to decorate while you're there!
We can't wait to meet everyone!

October- Stuff the Van Food & Hygiene Drive
2026-10-11 09:30 - 15:00 | Weis Markets – Franklin & Newton
Sunday, October 11, 2026
📍 Weis Markets – Franklin & Newton
🕤 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
The friendly competition continues!
Will Franklin reclaim the title, or will Newton come out on top?
Every donation helps provide food and hygiene items to students across Sussex County.

Jersey Mike’s Dine to Donate
2026-10-12 | 13 HAMPTON HOUSE ROAD, NEWTON, NJ
Friendly Reminder:
Please have a copy of the flyer above ready when you visit Jersey Mike's, either on your phone or as a printed copy, so our fundraiser receives credit for your purchase.
Every order makes a difference! Jersey Mike's is generously donating 50% of all fundraiser sales back to our cause. That means if we reach $500 in sales, we'll receive $250 to support our fundraiser. Thank you for helping make this event a success!

📍 Monday, October 12 – Newton Location (All Day)

Hudson Farm Charity Hike
2026-10-17 07:00 - 14:00
The Weekend Bag Program Inc. is incredibly honored to once again be one of the local nonprofit organizations benefiting from the Hudson Farm Charity Hike.
📍 Registration Begins: 7:00 AM
🥾 Hiking: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
This wonderful event is FREE and open to the public, making it a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while supporting several local charities.
We are grateful to Hudson Farm for their continued commitment to helping organizations like ours make a difference in our communities.
For additional event information and registration, please visit:
HudsonFarmsNJ.com/event/Hopatcong-charity-hike

November - Stuff the Van Food & Hygiene Drive
2026-11-22 09:30 - 15:00 | Weis Markets – Franklin & Newton
Sunday, November 22, 2026
📍 Weis Markets – Franklin & Newton
🕤 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Our final Stuff the Van event of the fall!
Join us for one last Franklin vs. Newton challenge before the holiday season as we work to ensure every child has food and essential hygiene items for the weekend.

2026 German Christmas Market
2026-12-04 - 2026-12-06 | Sussex County Fairgrounds
Friday, December 4, 2026Saturday, December 5, 2026Sunday, December 6, 2026

🎁 We need Weekend Bag Program Inc. volunteers all three days!
Volunteer opportunities will include a variety of shifts throughout the weekend. Specific times and volunteer assignments will be announced soon.
If you already know you're available on any of these dates, we'd love to hear from you now! By letting us know in advance, we can keep you updated as soon as volunteer schedules, assignments, and time slots become available.
No experience is necessary—just a heart for helping local children.
📧 Interested in volunteering? We'd love to hear from you!
Reach out to us through:📩 Email💬 Facebook Messenger🌐 The Contact Us page on our website: www.weekendbagprograminc.org
