Wed · Oct 14 · 2am
Walk & Roll to School Day, Kenilworth,
Harding Elementary School · 426 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ 07033.
On Wednesday, October 14, Kenilworth joins thousands of communities across the nation in celebrating Walk & Roll to School Day. Students, parents, teachers, administrators, township officials, and members of the Kenilworth Police Department will gather for a group walk from Kenilworth Town Hall to Harding Elementary School. The walk emphasizes safety, community, and physical activity while bringing neighbors together.
Walk & Roll to School Day is part of a broader national observance held each October. The roots of the event trace back to 1994, when Walk to School Week was established in Great Britain. The United States held its first National Walk to School Day in 1997, then called Walk Our Children to School Day, led by the mayors of Chicago and Los Angeles. That inaugural event aimed to build awareness of the need for walkable communities and safe routes for children.
Participants should arrive at Kenilworth Town Hall between 8:10 and 8:15 a.m. The group departs promptly at 8:15 a.m. The event is open to everyone — families are encouraged to join, walk together, and show support for students starting their day. It is a chance to promote healthy habits, celebrate community connections, and remind children that their neighborhood is a safe place to walk and ride. Find more Kenilworth events, businesses, and community news on Union County Life.
Photo Credit: KPD
FAQ:
Q: What time does the walk start?
A: The group departs from Kenilworth Town Hall at 8:15 a.m. Participants should arrive between 8:10 and 8:15 a.m.
Q: Where do we meet and where is Kenilworth Town Hall?
A: Meet at Kenilworth Town Hall. The group walks from there to Harding Elementary School. Town Hall is located in downtown Kenilworth.
Q: Can I bring my child who doesn't attend Harding Elementary?
A: Yes, all students and families in the community are welcome to participate in the walk.
Q: Who can join the walk?
A: Everyone is invited — students, parents, teachers, administrators, township officials, and members of the Kenilworth Police Department. Families and neighbors are all welcome.
Q: What is Walk & Roll to School Day?
A: Walk & Roll to School Day is a national observance held each October that celebrates walking and bicycling to school while promoting safety, community, and physical activity. The event started in the United States in 1997 as a way to build awareness of the need for walkable communities.
Q: Where can I find more information about this event?
A: Contact the Kenilworth School District or the Township of Kenilworth. You can also find more Kenilworth events and community news on Union County Life at unioncountylife.com.
