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Pennsauken Stages Presents “Beauty And The Beast” March 21-24

By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor

The talented students of Pennsauken Stages are presenting a “tale as old as time.” Worldwide hit “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast” makes its way to Pennsauken High School March 21-24.

“It’s a fun entertaining show,” explains Kate Guenther, vocal music and theatre director at Pennsauken High School. “It has elements that in some way, shape, or form, our students have grown up with, whether it’s the animated movie, live action film, or Broadway show. We like shows that give us the ability to feature as many people as we can; and there were enough ways to be creative with this show that suited our kids and our style.

Pennsauken Hops Into Spring With March 23 Easter Egg Hunt

By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor

Families can barely contain their egg-citement as the town welcomes the Easter Bunny back for Pennsauken’s annual Easter Egg Hunt. Sponsored by Pennsauken Township and Kiddie Junction of Pennsauken, this year’s free egg hunt will take place on Saturday, March 23, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, located at Powell and Collins avenues. The Easter Egg Hunt is open to children up to age 9.

“Our Easter Egg Hunt is the start of several great Township events for the spring and summer,” said Pennsauken Mayor Marco DiBattista. “It’s an awesome event and we hope to see our families come out.”

Community Event Focuses On Supporting Special Needs Families

In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, a special event is being organized to support and empower families with special needs. Scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, this event will take place at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd., from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Open to the public, this event aims to shine a light on the challenges faced by individuals with special needs, like autism spectrum disorder, and their families. It also serves as a platform to showcase the various resources available to support these families in their journey.

Mermaids Return to Adventure Aquarium

“Real-life” mermaids dive among the largest collection of sharks in the Northeast.

Ocean enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their imaginations to life and embrace the magic of the Mer-World at Adventure Aquarium now through March 17 (Thursday-Sunday only) as “real-life” mermaids dive deep among its collection of sandbar, sand tiger and nurse sharks.

During this fan-favorite festival, Adventure Aquarium will offer guests the chance to make memories as they interact and take photos with mermaids underwater and above the surface.

Five Easy Ways To Say “I Love You”

(Family Features) If gift-giving isn’t your strong suit, occasions like Valentine’s Day are likely to bring on stress and worry, but procrastinating will only serve to elevate your unease.

Valentine's Day - Photo courtesy of Getty Images
Photo courtesy of Getty Images

Follow these steps to simplify your shopping, and while you may not come to love the task of finding the perfect gift, your loved one will undoubtedly appreciate your effort.

Roadwork To Close Road In Pennsauken

Information Provided By The Camden County Commissioners

PSE&G will be working on Lexington Avenue in Pennsauken on Monday, Feb. 5, and Tuesday, Feb. 6, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. daily. There will be a partial road closure westbound on Lexington Ave. between Burwood and Beacon avenues.

“Motorists should plan ahead to take alternate routes and give themselves plenty of time to get to their destinations,” said Commissioner Al Dyer, liaison to the Department of Public Works. “Also, remember that when you’re traveling through a construction area, please slow down and stay alert for crew members and debris.”

The Camden County Department of Public Works is responsible for maintaining over 1,200 miles of county roadway and 50 bridges.  They are dedicated to making our area safer for motorists and pedestrians through county highway construction projects and road maintenance, including pothole repairs, street sweeping, grass cutting and storm drainage upkeep. The Public Works Department is located in Lindenwold where personnel are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to serve the residents of Camden County.

To report concerns on Camden County roadways, call (856) 566-2980 or visit www.camdencounty.com.

Camden County To Hold Public Meeting For Green Acres Grant Application

PUBLIC NOTICE

PURPOSE: The County of Camden is seeking funding through the State of NJ Urban Parks Program and the Green Acres Program Application for improvements at Cooper River Playground located at 5300 N Park Dr, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08109 (Block 6304, Lot 1).

PROJECT SCOPE: The County of Camden proposes to restore and expand the following facilities at Cooper River Playground: upgrades to the playground and fitness equipment. A concept plan showing the proposed changes and a preliminary cost estimate can be found on the Camden County website linked at: https://www.camdencounty.com/public-notices/ 

PEA Collecting Donations For MLK Day Of Service

The Pennsauken Education Association is hosting its sixth annual Dr. Martin Luther King Day of Service event for the Pennsauken community.

Community members, teachers, and school staff can drop off the materials for the care packages for Angels in Motion, an organization that assists individuals who are combating addiction by treating each person as individuals, offering genuine compassion, and understanding, and providing “blessing bags,” which contain food, snacks, clothing, hygiene products and resource information to obtain help when they are ready.

Drop off will be on Monday, Jan. 15, at Pennsauken High School, 800 Hylton Rd., from 10:00 a.m. to noon. During that time, student volunteers will be putting together bags using the donations received. A token of appreciation will be given to families who complete a bag on behalf of PEA Pride upon drop-off. To register your donations, please complete the PEA’s Sign Up Genius Form.

“Battle Of The Badges” Blood Drive On January 18

Pennsauken’s first responders will once again complete to see who can recruit the most eligible blood donors in the community during an American Red Cross Battle of the Badges blood drive on Thursday, Jan. 18, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.

Presenting donors will have the opportunity to cast a vote for Pennsauken’s police or fire departments, with the winning agency earning a plaque and bragging rights; they will also receive a free Red Cross t-shirt while supplies last. 

Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins will be accommodated as time and space allow. To schedule an appointment, visit RedCrossBlood.org.

Mayor DiBattista Addresses Public Regarding Winter Storm

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