Monthly Archives: March 2023
Fire Chief, Firefighters, EMTs Take Oath Of Office During Special Ceremony
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
At a special ceremony during the March 16 Pennsauken Township Committee meeting, one dozen firefighters and emergency medical personnel took their oaths of office. Township Committeeman and Director of Public Safety Marco DiBattista swore in the first responders.
“As Public Safety Director, a member of Township Committee, and a resident of Pennsauken, to have an opportunity to swear in these first responders who serve our town at the highest level and put their lives on the line for other people, is an honor that words can’t describe,” said DiBattista. “This is what Pennsauken is all about.”
The Abkinah Experience Opens In Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Abkinah Experience, an Islamic boutique, recently opened its doors in Pennsauken, on March 25. The name of the retail space is a combination of the Muslim attributes of owners Anthony (Abdul) and T’kimea (Sakinah) Daniels; and the store is the realization of a dream long held by the couple.
Pennsauken Spring Clean-Up And Nature Day On April 16
Because of the inclement weather forecast for Saturday, the Township’s Spring Clean-Up and Nature Day has been moved to Sunday, April 16. The times and locations will not change.
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a spring clean-up and nature day on Sunday, April 16. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 75 volunteers will be split between four locations: Tippin’s Pond, the boat ramp at Derousse Ave., Madison Park, and the Burrough-Dover House. In addition, kids will be able to enjoy fun nature activities at both Tippin’s Pond and Burrough-Dover House.
Pennsauken’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Moved To April 8
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Because of the steady rain and strong winds forecast for tomorrow, Pennsauken’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will be POSTPONED to Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex.
Pennsauken families can once again grab their baskets for the Township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Sponsored by Pennsauken Township and Kiddie Junction of Pennsauken, this year’s egg hunt will take place on Saturday, April 8, 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.
PHS Alumni Luncheon On March 15
The monthly Pennsauken High School Alumni Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, March 15, 1:00 p.m., at Marco’s Restaurant at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.
Reservations are required as space is limited. Call Norma at (856) 220-5597 to reserve a space or for any questions.
Coffee With A Cop March 17 At McDonald’s
The Pennsauken Township Police Department hosts another “Coffee with a Cop” event on Friday, March 17, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the McDonalds at 1021, Rt. 73, in Pennsauken. Attendees will be treated to a free cup of coffee, courtesy of Pennsauken Police. Come for the caffeine, stay for the conversation!
Pennsauken Resident Earns Eagle Scout Rank
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
After years of preparation and months of planning, lifelong Pennsauken resident Gio Marinelli has earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
Pennsauken Stages To Perform “In The Heights” March 30 – April 2
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Stages is proud to present its performance of the musical, “In The Heights,” March 30 through April 2 at Pennsauken High School. The Tony Award-winning show, created by Lin-Manuel Miranda of “Hamilton” fame, tells the story of people from the Washington Heights neighborhood in New York City. Featuring characters from a largely Dominican American community, the musical is a perfect fit for Pennsauken High School’s cast.
Pennsauken Native Hired As NCNW President And CEO
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) announced that Pennsauken native Shavon Arline-Bradley was hired to serve as the organization’s first president and chief executive officer.
“We are excited to have hired Shavon as our new president and CEO. She is an extraordinary communicator, and her expertise in the areas of public health and social justice is impressive,” said Dr. A. Lois Keith, newly elected board chair of NCNW. “She will exceed expectations because these are the areas in which NCNW would like to continue, as we bridge the generational gap.”
Artist Dressler Smith To Speak On March 10
Dressler Smith, a longtime Pennsauken resident and lifelong artist, will be speaking at the Lyceum Hall Center For The Arts, 432 High St., Burlington, on Friday, March 10, at 7:00 p.m. There is no charge to attend.
Smith is a painter, author, and colorist with a focus of depicting tranquil landscapes, inspired by “the beauty of things created by God and not by man.” Her work has been purchased by celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, the late Coretta Scott King, as well as former Eagles quarterback Randle Cunnigham.
For more information, visit LyceumHallArts.com/exhibits.
