Special Submission By Joe Cooney, JoeCooneyBiz.com

As the dog days of summer heat up so do the events and business happenings in Pennsauken and Merchantville.

In lieu(ow) of its regular monthly meeting, PMAC – the Pennsauken-Merchantville Area Chamber of Commerce – will hold a Happy Hour Luau, Thursday, Aug. 27 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Inglesby and Sons Funeral Home.

Inglesby Director David Hernandez will host the festive evening that will include great food, music and libations.

“We held our first luau last year in the courtyard of Inglesby’s and the turnout was fantastic,” said Tim Ellis, PMAC’s chairman. “Thanks to David, his lovely family and our wonderful sponsors it was an awesome event,” Ellis added. “We’re looking forward to another great time this year.”

Inglesby’s is at 2426 Cove Rd. in Pennsauken. To register for the event, or for more information, visit pmac1team@gmail.com or call (856) 438-0833.

Car And Bike Show Returns In September

And as the days cool down, one of the coolest events of the year – the annual Car and Bike Show – will return to the streets of Pennsauken on Sept. 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Should the heavens open up on the 20th, the rain date is Sept. 27.

Mark your calendars and remember to stop by to marvel at the hundreds of classic, antique and custom cars and motorcycles displayed along a stretch of the “Maple Mile.” Start in the parking lot of Pinsetter Bar and Bowl at 7111 Maple Ave., and “ooh” and “aah” your way along the avenue between Canning and Union.

Enjoy fabulous food, music and family entertainment, including face painting, balloon twisting and inflatable amusements.

Registration forms for cars and bikes can be found at the Parks and Recreation Department of Pennsauken Township at 6505 North Crescent Blvd. You can also e-mail pmac1team@gmail.com or call (856) 438-0833 for more info.