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Jefferson Veterans Invited To Free Lake Cruise, Lunch This June
The June 27 morning cruise on Lake Hopatcong includes a complimentary buffet lunch at Elks Lodge #782 in Mt. Arlington.
JEFFERSON, NJ — Veterans from Jefferson and Hopatcong are invited to a free cruise on Lake Hopatcong next month as part of an annual tribute to those who served.
Lake Hopatcong Cruises will host its Veterans Cruise on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The Jefferson and Hopatcong departure is scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. A second cruise for Mt. Arlington and Roxbury residents runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The event includes a complimentary two-hour cruise, a presentation, a buffet and non-alcoholic beverages. A full-service cash bar will also be available.
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Following the cruise, veterans and their families — up to three guests per veteran — are invited to a complimentary lunch at the Lake Hopatcong Elks Lodge #782, 201 Howard Blvd., Mt. Arlington.
Reservations are required. Jefferson residents should contact Patty Romano at 973-208-6102 or promano@jeffersontownship.net.
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Hopatcong residents can reach Mayor Marie Galate at 973-770-1200, ext. 113, or mgalate@hopatcong.org.

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