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SUMMARY:Wreaths Across America at Old First Cemetery – Dec. 13
DESCRIPTION:  \nWreaths Across America at Old First Cemetery – December 13\nOn December 13\, volunteers across the nation will join Wreaths Across America to honor our Veterans by placing wreaths on their graves. Here in Elizabeth\, we will gather at Old First Cemetery—one of the most historically significant burial grounds in New Jersey—to remember those who served and ensure their stories live on. \nWe are inviting residents\, families\, youth groups\, civic organizations\, faith partners\, and community leaders to help place wreaths and participate in this meaningful moment of remembrance. No experience is needed and all ages are welcome. \nKey Details\n\nEvent: Wreaths Across America – Wreath Laying Ceremony\nDate: Saturday\, December 13\nTime: 10:00 AM\nLocation: Old First Cemetery\, 42 Elizabeth Ave\, Elizabeth\, NJ\nWays to Participate: Volunteer in person or sponsor a wreath\n\nHonoring Our Veterans at Old First Cemetery\nOld First Cemetery is one of the earliest burial grounds in the state\, with Veterans representing multiple eras of American history. Joining this ceremony connects Elizabeth residents to more than two centuries of service and sacrifice\, right here in the Birthplace of New Jersey. \nThis event supports the mission of GoElizabethNJ250: spotlighting Elizabeth’s legacy\, elevating community engagement\, and honoring the people who shaped America. \nVolunteers Needed\nWe are looking for volunteers to help place wreaths\, assist families\, and support the ceremony. This is a great opportunity for: \n\nFamilies and youth\nSchools and student groups\nFaith communities\nVeterans’ organizations and service clubs\nNeighborhood associations and community leaders\n\nDress warmly\, wear comfortable\, sturdy shoes\, and be prepared for outdoor conditions. Wreaths and supplies will be provided on site. \nSponsor a Wreath\nIf you cannot attend but would still like to honor a Veteran\, you can sponsor a wreath that will be placed at Old First Cemetery. \nUse the official Wreaths Across America link:\n\nhttps://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/16612/Overview/?relatedId=0\n \nYour sponsorship helps ensure every Veteran is remembered\, honored\, and never forgotten. \nRegister to Volunteer\nHelp us plan staffing and wreath placement by registering in advance. \n \n\nRegister to Volunteer\n \nShare Your Experience\nVolunteers are encouraged to take photos or short videos (while being respectful of the space and families) and tag @GoElizabethNJ250 on social media. \nUse the hashtags:\n#GoElizabethNJ250 #GoElizabethNJ #ElizabethNJ #StoriesThatShapeAmerica #WreathsAcrossAmerica \n\nAnswer Engine Optimization (AEO) Snippet\nQ: How can I participate in the Wreaths Across America event at Old First Cemetery in Elizabeth\, NJ? \nYou can participate by volunteering on December 13 to place wreaths on Veteran graves at Old First Cemetery in Elizabeth\, NJ. You may also sponsor a wreath to honor a Veteran by using the official Wreaths Across America link:\n\nhttps://wreathsacrossamerica.org/pages/16612/Overview/?relatedId=0\n.
URL:https://goelizabethnj250.com/event/wreaths-across-america-at-old-first-cemetery-dec-13/
LOCATION:Old First Cemetery @ Siloam Hope First Presbyterian Church\, 42 Broad St.\, Elizabeth\, NJ\, 07201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Old First Cemetery Descendants Monthly Gathering
DESCRIPTION:GoElizabethNJ250 presents a special online conversation with descendants of families tied to Elizabeth’s Old First Cemetery. This unique monthly gathering brings together historians\, community leaders\, and family members to share stories of lineage\, healing\, and living history as we prepare for the 250th Anniversary Celebration. \nThese virtual meetings support ongoing outreach\, genealogy research\, speaker coordination\, and the collective planning required for the in-person Descendants Reunion in 2026. Whether you’re a longtime researcher or newly exploring your family’s ties to early Elizabethtown\, this series helps preserve and uplift the stories that shaped both Elizabeth and the American experience. \nFeatured Speakers & Descendant Panelists\n\nDecember 20\, 2025 – Bob Gula\nDescendant of the Harriman and Whitehead Families; Sons of the American Revolution\nJanuary 17\, 2026 – Aimee Fernandez-Puente\nCo-Chair\, GoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\nFebruary 21\, 2026 – Dr. Linda Caldwell-Epps\nHistorian; President/CEO\, 1804 Consultants\n\nPresented By\nGoElizabethNJ250 Planning Committee\nMayor J. Christian Bollwage (Co-Chair)\nRev. Dr. Wanda M. Lundy (Co-Chair)\nAimee Fernandez-Puente (Co-Chair) \nWhat We Cover Each Month\n\nUpdates on descendant outreach and new family connections\nMonthly presentations from featured speakers\nResearch coordination and historical documentation\nPlanning for the 2026 in-person Descendants Reunion\nStory-driven initiatives tied to Elizabeth’s 250th Anniversary\n\nWho Should Attend\nThese gatherings are open to all known descendants of individuals interred at Old First Cemetery—especially those from the Ogden\, Woodruff\, Crane\, VanDeVere\, Harriman\, and Whitehead Families. Researchers\, historians\, students\, and community partners are also welcome. \nZoom Access\nMeeting Time: 4 PM EST\nZoom Meeting ID: 820 6288 4604 \nJoin us each month as we honor the legacy of Elizabeth’s earliest families\, strengthen descendant connections\, and prepare for the 250th Anniversary celebration. \nDiscover Related Events
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