Town holds second annual Lafayette Day
| 08 Jun 2016 | 11:37
The Marquis de Lafayette portrayed by Councilman Rick Hughes, stands beside the Vietnam War Memorial behind the historic Ludlum-Mabee House.
Target shooting with a fire hose was popular with the kids and a few adults as well.
Jacob Deaver, 5, makes his way across the rope bridge supplied by Scout Troup 850. He came to Lafayette Day with his grandmother Judy Talmadge.
At center, Cheyann Brusco, 10, holds a bunny as her grandmother Jane Littledeer smiles with approval.
A petting zoo kept many of the children occupied.
LAFAYETTE — A steady stream of residents came to the park surrounding Lafayette Pond to enjoy the township’s second annual celebration.
Saturday’s event included numerous local vendors, free pony rides, a petting zoo, and much more.
The day also included a visit by the Marquis de Lafayette for whom the township was named. Portrayed by Councilman Rick Hughes, the Marquis mingled with residents as he toured the park. The Sussex County Sheriff’s Department was also on hand to meet and greet residents.
— Photos by Chris Wyman