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KUZO Dance Studio Offers Holiday Special

KUZO Dance Studio in Merchantville is offering a Holiday Special. Now through December 31, 2019, new students will get 15 percent off of their first month’s tuition and a free pair of tights. For more information, call (856) 266-8991.

McFarlan’s Market To Close This Month

By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor

Earlier today, McFarlan’s Market in Merchantville announced via social media that the store will be closing later this month.

“We will be closing the Merchantville location on December 14, 2019, while we continue to search for a buyer. Please know we did not take making this decision lightly,” according to a statement made on the store’s Facebook page. “We will VERY much miss our Merchantville family and the friends we’ve made over the last 9 years. You all made this a very special chapter in our lives that we will never forget.”

2019 Small Business Saturday Specials

Each year, All Around Pennsauken highlights local deals and specials in both Pennsauken and Merchantville as part of Small Business Saturday. Held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday encourages shoppers to patronize small “brick and mortar” businesses in their community.

We thank all the local businesses who submitted information this year and we encourage residents to shop local!

Roger Wilco Pennsauken Celebrates Remodel With Grand Re-Opening Celebration

Roger Wilco is proud to announce their grand re-opening celebration upon the unveiling of their remodeled Pennsauken location. The event, which takes place from Thursday, September 26, until Sunday, September 29, is designed to show customers appreciation and thank them for making Roger Wilco the hub it is today.

ShopRite Volunteers, Makes Donation To Food Bank Of South Jersey

In-store registered retail dietitians from ShopRite volunteered at The Food Bank of South Jersey in Pennsauken, NJ on Wednesday, July 10. During the event, the dietitians presented a check for $160,000 to representatives from The Food Bank of South Jersey, which represents the supermarket’s annual donation to the organization through its ShopRite Partners In Caring initiative.

Christmas In July Luau Benefits Worthy Causes

The Pennsauken-Merchantville Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Christmas in July Luau on Thursday, July 25, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Inglesby and Sons Funeral Home, 2426 Cove Rd. For a $20 donation, participants will enjoy food, drinks, and entertainment.

A portion of the proceeds from the luau benefits Pennsauken’s Angel Tree program, which collects new, unwrapped toys for families in need. Last year, a record number of Pennsauken families were helped during the holidays thanks to generous community and business donations.

Also this year, the Luau will use part of the proceeds to help the Tony Chaplain Life Line Ministry. The Ministry provides compassionate support for first responders and their families, by helping them cope with crises they face, resulting in a positive impact on their lives and their community.

Attendees are asked to R.S.V.P. to Nancy Ellis at (856) 438-0833 or pmac1team@gmail.com.

Philanthropist Donates $3 Million For Rowan Pet Therapy Program

Gerald Shreiber knows that therapy dogs, which are certified and trained to provide comfort in group and individual settings, offer an array of benefits to students, including reduced anxiety, lowered blood pressure, increased confidence and unconditional love and friendship.

That’s why Shreiber, president and CEO of J&J Snack Foods Corp. of Pennsauken, committed $3 million to establish The Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program of Rowan University.

Curbside Skate Shop Moves Into Pennsauken

Pennsauken Mayor Jack Killion and Township Committee Members Betsy McBride, Jessica Rafeh, and Marco DiBattista were on hand for the official ribbon cutting of Curbside Skate Shop, located at 6307 Westfield Ave.

Lacas Coffee To “Flip The Switch” To Solar

Lacas Coffee, in conjunction with National Energy Partners, present “Flip the Switch” on Tuesday, May 14, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. at 7950 National Hwy in Pennsauken. The event will include a happy hour themed picnic to commemorate the launch of Lacas Coffee’s solar energy system, and their commitment to renewable energy.

Black And Minority Owned Business Expo On April 6

The Economic Development Committee of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., South Jersey Alumnae Chapter is hosting a Black and Minority Owned Business Expo on Saturday, April 6. Held at Pennsauken High School, 800 Hylton Rd., from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the event, which is free and open to the public, highlights a variety of local black and minority owned businesses, including doctors, attorneys, and retail sellers of clothing, crafts, jewelry, Greek apparel, and more.

For more information, search for the “Black & Minority Owned Business Expo” event on Facebook.

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