100 Years: Brookside Community Club Celebrates Centennial In Mendham

MENDHAM, NJ — The Community Club of Brookside is celebrating its centennial, and they have invited all of Mendham to join in the fun.

The birthday celebration is planned for Friday from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. at the Community Club of Brookside, which is located at 1 E Main Street, Mendham Township.

Residents can expect to enjoy a night of live music, feasting, drinking, dancing and a silent auction, with all proceeds going toward much-needed club restoration projects.

"We have a wonderful partnership with the Township of Mendham, but the maintenance of the clubhouse is our responsibility. Our main building, which was originally our local school, requires constant vigilance," Community Club of Brookside officials told Patch. "We try to anticipate the future while at the same time correcting current issues. The birthday party is an opportunity to both celebrate the past and the present while preparing for the future."

Much has changed in the 100 years since the club's inception, but according to officials, it remains an essential and crucial resource for the Mendham community.

The Brookside Community Club is well-known for its Fourth of July Parade, sometimes known as "the grandest little hometown parade in America," which is one of Mendham's most recognizable traditions.

"In addition to the July 4th Parade, we have an active group of volunteers to run the daily operation," officials said.

The club is a unique resource that has supported numerous activities in the past, including Boy Scout Troop #1 and the local Little League. They are now the preferred location for family gatherings and special celebrations.

The cost of admission to the 100th birthday celebration is $75 per person and $50 for community club members. All tickets must be purchased in person or by check made payable to the Community Club of Brookside, PO Box 168, Brookside, NJ 07926.

Residents can also pay for a ticket on Zelle at bcctreasurer1923@gmail.com.

"The club relies heavily on your donations and rental fees to maintain this privately operated gem in Mendham Township. It's the goal of the Community Club of Brookside to keep our community strong, connected and thriving. We thank you and are continually grateful for your generosity and support," officials said.

Here is a list of the club's 2023 events:

• Easter Egg Hunt – April 8, 10:30 am
• Brookside 4th of July Parade – July 4, 9:00 am
• Brookside Engine Co. #1 Family Clam Bake – Sept. 9, 1:00 pm
• Holiday Boutique – Nov. 18, 9:00 am