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 #86930  by bspinelli
 
Its a little bit of a late notice but if you are in the area, this free program would probably be worth your time

CHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS
"ROCKAWAY VALLEY RAILROAD"

This program will be held on Thursday, January 13, 2005 at 7 p.m. at the "Larison Room" in the Chester Library.

The Chester Historical Society has invited Gerald Oliveto, a longtime local
railroad history buff, to present a program on the Rockaway Valley Railroad
at the newly renovated and expanded Chester Library.

Mr. Oliveto will discuss the short history of the Rockaway Valley Railroad,
how it linked to the early transportation networks in New Jersey, how the
name "Rock-a-Bye Railroad" originated, and other interesting facts about
early railroad development in the area.

The program is open to the public as well as CHS members.  There is no fee
for admission, and refreshments will be served following the presentation.

Further information can be obtained at the Chester Historical Society's
website www.historicchesternj.com.
 #87007  by bspinelli
 
Sorry, I should have posted some directions. The Chester Library is located on Route 513 (Old Route 24) just west (towards Long Valley) of the intersection of 513 & 206. That intersection is about 10 miles north of 287 and just about the same distance south of 80. It will be on the right hand side of 513 if your westbound, just past the turkey farm. This should be a good chance to visit our newly renovated library and maybe ask some of the questions about the Rockaway Valley that get kicked around in this forum from time to time.

 #87023  by Ken W2KB
 
Plus to get a look at the ex-CNJ Chester Branch ROW which is very close to and just a bit east of the Library.

 #87024  by JLo
 
Also, I recommend a visit to the Alstede Farms store, just down the road on the left, for some excellent pies. My personal favorite is the Apple Crumb.
 #87112  by henry6
 
.....BUT LET'S SEE WHAT I HAVE DONE HERE:

Its a little bit of a late notice but if you are in the area, this free program would probably be worth your time

CHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS
"ROCKAWAY VALLEY RAILROAD"

This program will be held on Thursday, January 13, 2005 at 7 p.m. at the "Larison Room" in the Chester Library.

The Chester Historical Society has invited Gerald Oliveto, a longtime local
railroad history buff, to present a program on the Rockaway Valley Railroad
at the newly renovated and expanded Chester Library.

Mr. Oliveto will discuss the short history of the Rockaway Valley Railroad,
how it linked to the early transportation networks in New Jersey, how the
name "Rock-a-Bye Railroad" originated, and other interesting facts about
early railroad development in the area.

The program is open to the public as well as CHS members. There is no fee
for admission, and refreshments will be served following the presentation.

Further information can be obtained at the Chester Historical Society's
website www.historicchesternj.com.

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 #87115  by henry6
 
Meant to copy to another page. Sorry.