Official Site of Califon, New Jersey 908-832-7850

39 Academy St. 
Califon, NJ 07830  
(908) 832-7850  

About Califon

Aqua Phase II Water Main Replacement

Aqua has completed the water main replacement on River Road, Center Street, and will start Coolidge Court on Thursday, December 12th, December 13th, and December 16th. For a portion of this construction, residents of Coolidge Court may be directed to park on Second Street. The contractor will let residents know if and when they need

A Big Thank You!

    Many thanks go out to our OEM Coordinator, George Waseleski, and Fire/First Aid Volunteer, Dennis Spry and Bruce Morrow, for  getting the signs up and the parking area all ready for Election Day.  George and Dennis arrived at 6 am to ensure the parking and traffic flow went smoothly.

November 5, 2024

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Volunteers Needed! Bring a Bucket!

We are looking for Volunteers to help water the newly planted trees at the park on Sunday, November 3rd, at 2:00 p.m. Please bring a bucket or two, and we will form a water brigade to go from the river to the trees! Many hands/buckets make light work!!   Bring your friends and neighbors!

October 28, 2024

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South Branch River Restoration Project

Below is taken directly from the Raritan Headwaters Association’s website at https://www.raritanheadwaters.org/south-branch-river-restoration-project/   Cole’s Mill Dam    Coles Mill Dam in Califon, NJ was constructed during the 1800s to power a gristmill., Credit: Steve Luell, USFWS Raritan Headwaters Association (RHA) is

October 18, 2024

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Part Time Deputy Clerk Position Available

The Califon Municipal Office is seeking applicants for a part-time Deputy Clerk position.  DEPUTY CLERK/REGISTRAR- PART-TIME POSITION OPEN JANUARY 6th The Borough is seeking a Part-Time Deputy Municipal Clerk.  Knowledge of the Municipal Clerk’s office is preferable but not required. The candidate will serve as the secretary to the Board of

October 11, 2024

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7-20-24- Water Main Break on Main Street Causes Water Outage for Most of Saturday

There was a water main break on Main Street at the intersection of  First Street, late Friday night.  Crews are out repairing this break which is expected to take most of the day on Saturday, July 20th. Water will be available later Saturday but will most likely be discolored due to sediment. Main street will

Califon Historical Society Spring Open House & Walking Tour

Califon Historical Society Spring Open House & Walking Tour Located at 41 and 51 River Road, Califon, NJ  07830 Sunday, May 5th  @ 2:00 – 4:00 PM   Both the Hoffman House and Cabin by the River will be open from 2:00 – 4:00 pm with new displays and artifacts relating to the history of

Trout Fest 2024 – Saturday, April 20th!

On Saturday, April 20th come out to Califon Island Park for Trout Fest 2024! It will be an afternoon of celebrating spring and fly fishing complete with good music and food, kids’ fishing derby and instructional events throughout the day along with quality local handmade vendors. Last year’s event was a success with over 150

Califon Board of Health Sponsors the 2024 Rabies Clinic

A big thanks goes out to the Califon Board of Health members and Califon Animal Hospital who bundled up on Saturday to run the annual Rabies Clinic. The Califon Junior Fire Fighters kept the traffic flowing and once again made Califon’s Rabies Clinic the safest and most efficient “drive-in” clinic in the County! If you

Califon Historical Society Holiday Open Houses

Califon Historical Society Annual Christmas Open House Located at 41 and 51 River Road, Califon, NJ  07830 November 19th @ 2:00 – 4:00 PM   The properties will be decorated for the holidays showcasing old-tyme toys and games of Califon residents, antique trains, holiday memorabilia and vintage holiday decor.  “Califon” hand

September 25, 2023

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