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The goal of Mendham’s Stigma-Free Task Force is to build a judgment-free environment and remove stigma around mental health and substance use issues and to create inclusion for people with special needs, disabilities and any other “difference.”

26/12/2025

Sadly, we are canceling Sunday's bonfire event, at the recommendation of the fire marshal. Because of the impending snowstorm, the fire pit area will be icy/snowy, and there's also a possibility for rain. But we have another community event already in the works! Save the Date for our annual "Beat the Winter Blues" party on Sunday, Feb. 22, at 2 PM, at the Brookside Community Club. RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/WinterBluesParty26

18/12/2025

🔥 Just 10 Days until our "Let it Go Bonfire"! 🔥 Join us Sunday, Dec. 28, from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM, at the borough's Mountain Valley Park for hot chocolate, music, and 'smores around a cozy fire with your family and friends! Let go of 2025, and imagine all the opportunities for a New Year! RSVP at http://tinyurl.com/LetItGoBonfire

24/11/2025

We are excited to partner with Mendham Borough Recreation for the first "Let It Go" Bonfire Night on Sunday, Dec. 28, from 4:30 PM-6:30 PM, at the Mountain Valley Park (aka, the Mudhole)! Join friends and family to let go of 2025 and welcome in all the possibilities of a new year! This free event for all ages features DJ music, hot cocoa, 'smores, marshmallows, and a roaring fire. Come with others or on your own to enjoy this unique community event. Please RSVP at http://tinyurl.com/LetItGoBonfire 🔥🎉

16/09/2025

A wonderful time at Mendham’s Night Out with Mendham Twp Police, Mendham Township First Aid Squad, Brookside Engine Company 1, Ralston Engine Company and county first responder agencies! Thank you Mendham Township Recreation David Guida for this organizing this community event! 💚

15/09/2025

Join us this evening for Mendham’s Night Out! We’re giving away T-shirts and other items, plus sharing information about mental health resources! 💚

Mendham Township's Night Out is Tonight! Monday, September 15, 5:30 p.m.

Mendham Township's Night Out will take place will take place this evening! Monday, September 15, 5:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. at the Brookside Field, 1 East Main Street.

Join us on this beautiful evening! The Township's First Responders will be there with displays and demonstrations and will be joined by the The Mendhams Stigma-Free Task Force, Morris County Sheriff's Officee and Morris County 9-1-1 Communications Center.

Headlining our entertainment for the evening will be Dialed Action Sports Team Extreme Bike Stunt Show. This Show will feature an emphasis on bike safety, responsible choices and drug awareness.

**DJ Music, Food Trucks, and a Bounce House will all be on site. Gather and celebrate this special evening out with Mendham Township's Finest!

Food Trucks:
PizzaVita
Pop's Chicken
Sweet Concessions LLC

14/09/2025

Thank you Chris Neff for leading us on our “Hike for Hope” today! We walked a beautiful trail, spotted a juvenile Great Blue Heron, learned about the India Brook stream and enjoyed time appreciating nature! 🌳💚

10/09/2025

Thank you Chris Neff! He is leading our Third Annual "Hike for Hope" this Sunday, Sept. 14, at 12 p.m. Chris will share insights about local wildlife and important conservation areas. The location is India Brook Park in Mendham Borough, off Mountainside Road. It's a flat and wide trail, so easy for hikers of all ages/abilities. Please leave the pets at home! RSVP at http://tinyurl.com/hikeforhope25

25/08/2025

Let's Hike for Hope! Join us on Sunday, Sept. 14, at 12 PM, for the Third Annual "Hike for Hope," led by Chris Neff, our favorite local nature photographer! Meet at the India Brook parking lot on Mountainside Road, in Mendham Borough. Register at https://tinyurl.com/HikeforHope25 💚

23/06/2025

Great time with families, neighbors and Pastor Nicolette from Brookside Community Church UCC at Mendham Township Recreation’s 5th Annual Pride Festival! 🏳️‍🌈🌈 🎶

22/06/2025

Pride Celebration is on today at Brookside Beach - 4 pm! 🌈 🎉

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Proud to be Stigma-Free

Between 2017 and 2018, the Mendham Borough Council and the Mendham Township Committee each passed resolutions declaring their communities Stigma-Free. This made a total 34 of Morris County’s 39 towns, along with hospitals, schools, nonprofit agencies and law enforcement groups that have joined the countywide “Stigma Free’’ initiative.

The goal of Mendhams Stigma-Free Task Force is to foster a judgment-free environment around mental health issues and substance abuse and also to create inclusion for people with special needs, disabilities and any other “difference” that can make them feel marginalized, sidelined and not accepted.

What is Stigma-Free? Stigma is a mark of disgrace that results from the judgment of others. When someone is labeled by their illness they experience judgment and prejudice. Stigma brings experiences and feelings of shame, embarrassment, distress, hopelessness and reluctance to seek or accept help.

Studies show that one in four adults will experience a diagnosable mental disorder in any given year. Yet, more than half will not seek treatment. Why? Despite its prevalence in our society, mental health still has stigma attached to it. The same applies to substance abuse.