ON YOUR MARK
a quarterly newsletter of fisherman’s mark
Summer 2016, Volume 5, Issue 3
WHAT’S HAPPENING NOW AT THE MARK
What happens when people come together to build a better community? Magic. This Summer we finalized our move
into our new home at the Hibernia Firehouse, with the addition of our last program: The Fisherman’s Mark Food Pantry.
The amazing teamwork that made this entire move a reality is simply inspiring. A HUGE THANK YOU to all of our
volunteers (especially the fearless “Build Team”) and staff who literally pulled this all together.
FOR THOSE WHO HAVEN’T YET SEEN OUR NEW SPACE, COME TO OUR OPEN HOUSE,
OCTOBER 1ST FROM 2:00PM – 5:00PM. YOU WILL BE AMAZED.
MAKING YOUR MARK:
It has been a busy and HEALTHY summer at The Mark!
The long term health consequences of poverty are significant and access to healthy food is critical to reducing these health
disparities. A consistent effort across all programs of Fisherman’s Mark is health and wellness. It starts with education
about nutrition and access to healthy food. Through community partnerships and collaborative efforts Fisherman’s Mark
has positioned itself to provide these vital resources and experiences to our community. The support of Local Farms
and Farmers, which is facilitated through partnerships such as Rolling Harvest Food Rescue and the Shop-Rite Grow
–A-Row Program are just two examples of how fresh produce is made available to our Food Pantry and F3 Farm Stand
ACCESS TO HEATHY FOOD PARTNERSHIPS
programs. This, combined with demonstrations and information provided by guest educators such NJ-CEED, NJ-SNAP-ED,
Mothering Spirit, etc. further reinforce that message. Everyone can benefit from health education! Our preschool children
at Lambertville Academy participate in a weekly cooking club where experimentation through the five senses helps
introduce the students to new foods and teaches them about the various cultures that cook with them. By fostering a
healthy relationship with food, promoting access to fresh produce and teaching everyone, at all ages, how it benefits us
mind, body and soul, our community will continue to thrive.
SPOTLIGHT ON SUPPORTERS
THERE IS SO MUCH SUPPORT AND ENTHUSIASM FOR FISHERMAN’S MARK. BELOW IS A SAMPLING
OF OUR LOCAL SUPPORTERS FROM THE PAST FEW MONTHS:
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BIG BEAR NATURAL FOODS – SUPPORT FOR FOOD PANTRY
GIANT/MARTINS-NEW HOPE – HELP BAG HUNGER COMMUNITY PROGRAM
THOMPSON MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – GENERAL PROGRAM SUPPORT
FLEMINGTON ROTARY CLUB – SUPPORT FOR FOOD PANTRY
SHOPRITE PARTNERS IN CARING – SUPPORT FOR FOOD PANTRY
WEST AMWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN CLASS– SUPPORT FOR FOOD PANTRY
2016 NORTHEAST NERDS NIGHT OUT GAME NIGHT – GENERAL PROGRAM SUPPORT
AND THE MANY INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WHO CELEBRATE BENCHMARK BIRTHDAYS, WEDDINGS,
ANNIVERSARYS, ETC. BY DONATING TO FISHERMAN’S MARK.
YOUR SUPPORT IS WHAT MAKES THIS ALL WORK! THANK YOU!!
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The MISSION of FISHERMAN’S MARK is to strengthen our community through the facilitation of innovative, responsive programs and
services that promote stability, health and wellness. With a commitment to excellence in social services and education, and as an advocate
for positive change, we build upon the strengths of this community and celebrate our common unity.
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Provides an opportunity for everyone
to become involved in their community
by contributing their time and talents
to many of the Fisherman’s Mark
programs.
Volunteer Program
A Latino advocacy program that
recognizes the unique needs of Spanishspeaking communities and bridges
them to Fisherman’s Mark resources as
well as the community-at-large.
Los Puentes
NAEYC accredited, offering Preschool,
School-Age and Summer Camp
Programs. Open 7am-7pm, MondayFriday.
Lambertville Academy
A gateway of resources to assist
community members in becoming selfsufficient, providing tools to help them
along the way.
Information, Resource &
Referral
Program addressing the issues of food
insecurity by offering nutritious food
and other necessities free of charge,
along with educational programs to
promote healthy eating habits.
Fisherman’s Mark Food Pantry
A community-building program offering
the Fisherman ‘s Mark resources
and programs to all members of the
community, as well as reaching out
to increase awareness of our services,
broadening the scope and effectiveness
of our programs.
Community Outreach
An issue-resolution program teaching
clients to identify and define issues, set
self-defined goals, and develop skills to
achieve those goals.
Case Management