Welcome to Live, Love, Learn, Family Promise of Sussex County’s new blog. Like we do so often I searched online for the meaning of Live, Love, Learn and here’s a definition that spoke to me. Live is a reminder to cherish each moment, Love is to nurture our relationships and Learn is to pursue knowledge and growth. Please share what these three words mean to you and follow our blog. My hope is that this blog will not only educate but also bring a fourth “L” a little bit of Laughter too. Let us know what you think and welcome.

Did you know Sussex County has?

I’m always amazed when I find out about places, things in Sussex County that I never knew existed. Call this a list of “fun facts” that Sussex County has to offer - The Geological Edition.

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Solar Eclipse and Full Moon Phenomenon

Remember how on April 8th of this year, the whole country was united in witnessing the solar eclipse’s path across the country. Well, it’s happening again on October 2nd. For those lucky enough to be in Hawaii or South America, they will have an opportunity to see the annual solar eclipse named the “ring of fire” as it starts its journey in Hawaii and sets in South America namely Chile and Argentina.

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The Growing Popularity of Pickles

Yes, you heard me pickles were the hot food trend this Summer 2024! The rise in pickles’ popularity can be traced to the pandemic when people were looking for easy and shelf stable food. Fermentation of all kinds had a moment – remember all of the home made bread baking and trouble finding flour and yeast in the supermarket.

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Schools in Session

While technically we are still in Summer, Fall is in the air. I have already noticed some leaves changing color and falling from the trees and saw my first “Spirit Halloween” shop being advertised in a local strip mall. How do you and your family cope with the change in season and back to school? Below are some tips to help you and your kids transition from summer to fall and back to school.

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Free Landlord / Tenant Law Workshops

With the help of a grant from the New Jersey State Bar Foundation, Family Promise of Sussex County is pleased to offer a ten-part workshop series to educate both landlords and tenants on their rights and responsibilities.  Topics will include housing discrimination, leases, rent increases, habitability, boarding houses and mobile homes and accessing local resources. 

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