Monthly Archives: June 2016
Extras Needed For PYACT Show
Extras are needed for the Pennsauken Youth Action Committee’s performance of “Elf The Musical Jr.” Adapted for children ages 7 to 14, the show is based on the popular motion picture featuring Will Ferrell, James Caan, and Zooey Deschanel.
Rehearsals and performances will be at the Pennsauken Intermediate School in the air-conditioned auditorium/music room. Rehearsals will be on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 2:15 – 5:00 p.m., starting June 21 and running through July 21. Performances will be Friday, July 22 and Saturday, July 23 at 7:00 p.m., as well as Sunday, July 24 at 2:00 p.m.
For more information, e-mail Elwood “Duke” Martz at emartz@twp.pennsauken.nj.us or call (856) 665-1000 x151.
Philadelphia Union Day In Pennsauken Rescheduled To July 10
The Philadelphia Union Major League Soccer Club and PYAA Soccer Club have rescheduled their Union Day Event to Sunday, July 10.
The Philadelphia Union Day is open to children in the South Jersey area. The day will include inflatables and fun games, as well as a free youth soccer clinic for any interested child ages six to 13. There are two time slots available: 3:00-4:30 p.m. and 5:00-6:30 p.m.
All players must be registered, so please fill out the form – located at http://www.philadelphiaunion.com/fans/union-day-pennsauken – for each participating child. Please note that any participating child must bring their own soccer equipment and soccer ball to the clinic.
In addition to filling out this registration form, you will need to sign a waiver upon arrival at the clinic. All waivers must be signed by the parent or guardian, age 18 or older, of the registered child. Please print out and complete the waiver and bring to the clinic.
Football And Cheerleading Sign-Ups
PYAA football and cheerleading sign-ups will be every Thursday, 6:00-8:00 p.m., and Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., during June and July. Sign-ups are held at the PYAA Fieldhouse, located at 3501 Elm Ave., beginning Thursday, June 2. All forms of payment will be accepted.
PYAA cheerleading will conduct a free camp for all registered cheerleaders, beginning June 13 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The camp will also be held at the PYAA Fieldhouse on Elm Ave.
PYAA football will conduct skill clinics and drills for all registered players Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 p.m., beginning Tuesday, June 21 at Burrwood Field, located off of Browning Rd.
Sunday Mornings, Jelly Doughnuts, And Fond Memories
By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist
Do you think it’s a coincidence that National Chocolate Ice Cream Day, Jelly Doughnut Day, and Father’s Day all are all celebrated in the same month? Not much of a happenstance in my eyes, folks.
Getting Schooled On Driving By The Book
By Bob Wagner, AAP Columnist
Having successfully driven 2,800 miles on the spring trip to Florida, I am once again safely sitting on my five-gallon bucket at the garage. Getting here this morning required a drive of eight city blocks. Not far, as compared to the trek south, but equally daunting, and twice as scary.
One More Munch And A Movie, Contest Winners Announced
By Arlene Miller, Friends of the Pennsauken Free Public Library
Back by very popular demand, there’ll be one last Munch and a Movie on Tuesday, June 14 from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. in the Library’s Community Room, before we stop for the summer.
PSE&G Begins Gas Main Repairs In Pennsauken
Public Service Electric and Gas (PSE&G) will be making repairs to natural gas facilities in Pennsauken Township, near Airport Circle, where Rt. 70 and Rt. 38 split. Work will begin at on Friday, June 10 at 10:00 p.m., and is expected to be completed in approximately two weeks.
Although the roadway will remain open, it will be necessary to close lanes during construction. Pennsauken Police will be onsite to direct traffic.
“Our crews will work around the clock, seven days a week until the project is completed,” said James Venito, Jr., senior gas distribution supervisor for PSE&G. “We will make every effort to minimize disruption. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we complete this important work.”
PSE&G notified adjacent property owners about the work and assures the public that the area is safe and closely monitored.
Tackling Housing Issue By Helping Residents Stay In Their Homes
By John Kneib, Mayor of Pennsauken Township
As I’ve said before, tackling the issue of abandoned and vacant properties throughout Pennsauken has been the number one priority of our Township Committee. And in the past few months alone, we’ve taken some serious steps to further address this problem.
Pennsauken’s Howarth Tackling Abandoned And Vacant Properties
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
A longtime resident has been charged by Township Committee to tackle Pennsauken’s abandoned and vacant property issue. Tracey Howarth has joined the Township’s municipal staff and is spearheading this very important initiative.
Pennsauken Honors The Town’s Best Mom And Dad
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
A beautiful mom who makes her son feel calm and safe and a caring dad who is his son’s “superhero” were selected as this year’s Best Mom and Dad in Pennsauken.
Pennsauken’s Finest Recognized During National Police Week
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
During National Police Week, an annual event dedicated to not only honoring America’s law enforcement community, but also remembering those officers that lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others, the Pennsauken Police Department held a special awards ceremony to recognize the courageous men and women who go above and beyond to protect and serve the Pennsauken community.
