Upper Saddle River Brings Back USR Day to Celebrate 130th Anniversary

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UPPER SADDLE RIVER — The borough will celebrate its 130th anniversary by reintroducing Upper Saddle River Day on Sept. 28.

The celebration of family fun, community spirit and local history is hosted by the nonprofit USR Cares, and proceeds from the event will go toward purchasing a new ambulance for the Upper Saddle River Volunteer Ambulance Corps.

“There was USR Day many years ago, and USR Cares started Oktoberfest in 2017,” said USR Cares President Louisa Quarto. “This year, the mayor asked us to do USR Day instead.”

Mayor Arman Fardanesh promoted the event to “celebrate the rich history of Upper Saddle River.”

“It will be an opportunity to showcase our social organizations, raise money for a worthy cause and give back to those who contribute so much to the lives of our residents,” said the mayor.

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The event will take place from 12:00 to 17:00 at Lions Park and will conclude with a family film screening at 18:30. The event will include:

History of Agriculture: Milking cows, breeding chickens and goats, an apple cider press and an exhibition of vintage tractors and vintage cars.
Activities for children:Old-fashioned games like potato sack races, three-legged races, and soccer juggling contests.
Technology show: An exhibition of electric vehicles, green technology, and an EarthCam demonstration showcasing the latest in visual storytelling.
Fun: 90-meter zip-line, mini zoo, dipping tank, obstacle course, ladder wagon rides and games for all ages.
Buffet:Food trucks, beer garden, dining tent.
Music: B Street Band from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m
Commodity:Over 40 vendors, a community organization tent, a family entertainment tent and a senior citizen tent.

Lions Park is located at 236 Lake St. For more information, visit usrcares.com.