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New Jersey Primary Election On Tuesday, June 6
The 2023 New Jersey Primary Election will take place on Tuesday, June 6. Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
For those voting by mail, ballots were mailed out to eligible residents beginning in April. In addition to using the U.S. Mail, voters can also place their competed ballots in the drop box located in the Township’s municipal complex, 5605 N. Crescent Blvd., by 8:00 p.m. on June 6.
Below is a list of polling locations for the upcoming election. Residents who have voted by mail in the past and wish to cast their votes in person at a polling place must do so via a provisional ballot.
Should residents have any questions, please feel free to contact the Pennsauken Clerk’s Office at (856) 665-1000 x122 or x124.
Polling Location |
Street Address |
District #s |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Lutheran Church | 5600 North Rt. 130 | 1, 11, & 24 |
| Pennsauken Free Public Library | 5605 North Rt. 130 | 2, 7, 12, &15 |
| Faith Independent Bible Church | 7651 Rogers Ave. | 3 & 23 |
| Martin Luther Christian School | 4106 Terrace Ave. | 4 & 16 |
| Pennsauken Municipal Court | 2400 Bethel Ave. | 5 |
| Pennsauken Senior Towers | 8001 Maple Ave. | 6 |
| Homestead Youth Center | 4771 Willow Ave. | 8 & 10 |
| St. Mathews United Methodist Church | 1665 Derousse Ave. | 9 & 14 |
| Pennsauken United Methodist Church | 3451 Pennsylvania Ave. | 13, 17, & 18 |
| Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission | 6751 Westfield Ave. | 19 |
| Stonegate at Saint Stephen’s | 5101 Stonegate Dr. | 20 & 21 |
| Cooper River Plaza | 2400 McClellan Dr. | 22 |
Fun Pool Day Planned For Pennsauken’s Senior Citizens
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The second annual Senior Citizen Appreciation Day at the Pennsauken Municipal Pool, 6100 River Rd., will be held on Thursday, June 8, from noon to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by Pennsauken Township and its Parks and Recreation Department, Pennsauken seniors aged 62 and over will enjoy a variety of free, fun activities, including games and musical entertainment. In addition, Pennsauken’s first responders will be grilling for the event and interacting with attendees, and members of Township Committee will be serving food to guests.
Michael J. Fox, Zachary Levi, Vincent D’Onofrio, Henry Winkler, Joseph Quinn Among Top Celebrities at FAN EXPO Philadelphia, June 2-4
Sam Raimi, Peter Weller, Sean Astin, Christina Ricci, Christopher Lloyd, Stephen Amell, Katee Sackhoff Bring Popular Fandoms to Pennsylvania Convention Center
When fans talk about how FAN EXPO brings together many genres from their favorite franchises across the decades, they can use the FAN EXPO Philadelphia lineup as a prime example. The celebrities attending are a who’s-who across several decades and many fandoms, including icon Michael J. Fox, his Back to the Future costars Christopher Lloyd and Tom Wilson, Joseph Quinn and Grace Van Dien (“Stranger Things”), Christina Ricci (“The Addams Family,” “Wednesday”), Sam Raimi (The Evil Dead, Spider-Man), Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings, Rudy), Vincent D’Onofrio (“Daredevil,” “Law & Order: Criminal Intent”), Henry Winkler (“Happy Days,” “Barry”) and many others. They are part of a growing, standout roster appearing June 2-4 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
Merchantville Woman’s Club’s “A Taste Of Pennsauken” Returns On May 23
The Woman’s Club of Merchantville is once again sponsoring “A Taste of Pennsauken.” The event will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd. Come out and sample the delicious cuisine of many local restaurants! Tickets are just $20 per person; and a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Food Bank of South Jersey, other local charities, and our annual scholarship awards to deserving students.
To order tickets, or for more information, call Ruthann Mertz at (856) 665-1543, or Geri Tabako at (856) 665-5468.
Charity Softball Game On May 19 Benefits Family Of Fallen Officer
The Pennsauken Police Department and Pennsauken Fire Department will compete in a “Battle of the Badges” charity softball game on Friday, May 19, 7:00 p.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, 8901 Collins Ave.
The event is free to attend; food and refreshments will be available. T-shirts will be available to purchase and there will be a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds benefit the family of fallen Deptford Police Officer Bobby Shisler.
Senior Citizen Appreciation Day On June 8
Pennsauken Township is celebrating our great senior citizens with a special, FREE event!
Senior Citizen Appreciation Day will be held on Thursday, June 8, from noon to 4:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Municipal Pool, 6100 River Rd. Pennsauken’s first responders will be grilling for the event and interacting with attendees, and members of Township Committee will be serving food to guests. Pennsauken seniors aged 62 and over will enjoy a variety of fun activities, including games and musical entertainment. Plus, the pool will be open, so attendees are encouraged to bring their bathing suits! Registration is required by Monday, June 5.
To R.S.V.P., contact Juan Vazquez at (856) 665-1000 x151, jvzquez@pennsauken.gov; or Amy Schmalbach at (856) 665-1000 x152, aschmalbach@pennsauken.gov.
Memorial Day Events To Be Held Throughout Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Community events leading up through Memorial Day remember those brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
Wreath Laying Ceremonies
Several wreath laying ceremonies in observance of those members of the military who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces will be held throughout Memorial Day Weekend in both Pennsauken and Merchantville. The public is encouraged to attend these events.
Pennsauken’s Officer Brewer Makes Hollywood Debut In “Big George Foreman”
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
“Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World,” is now in theatres. Movie goers will be treated to not only a biopic on the amazing life of the world famous boxer, but see a stellar performance from Pennsauken Police Officer and Township native Charles Brewer, Jr. The son of former IBF super middleweight champ Charles “The Hatchet” Brewer, Charles the younger fell into a role in the upcoming film purely by happenstance.
Local Artist Transforms AAP Pages Into Vibrant Paintings
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
I’ve often imagined what people do with their old copies of All Around Pennsauken after excitingly reading them cover to cover. Archiving the issues for posterity’s sake aside or depositing them directly into the recycling bucket, I’m sure they’re repurposed as packing material, used to cover windows, line bird cages, or assist puppies during the house training process.
Then there’s Jason Sanders. A Pennsauken resident living in the Bloomfield section of town, the talented artist uses the 10” x 10” pages as canvas for his paintings.
AMVETS Yard And Hoagie Sale On April 15
AMVETS Post 101, 519 June Rd., Delair, is holding a yard and hoagie sale on Saturday, April 15, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Attendees can choose from American, ham and cheese, tuna, or turkey hoagies for $7 each until supplies run out.
Crafters are welcome and can rent a table for just $10. Tables can be reserved at (856) 663-8950 between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily.
