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Local Veterans Day Events
Pennsauken is honoring those in our community that served our country in the armed forces as part of Veterans Day.
PHS Veterans Day Celebration
Pennsauken High School is proud to announce a Veterans Day celebration on Monday, Nov. 11, 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. The event will include the posting of the colors; a flag folding ceremony and presentation; remarks from SMSgt. (Ret.) Vivian Bender, aerospace science instructor for Pennsauken High School’s Air Force JROTC; and more. All local veterans are welcome to attend. Individuals are asked to R.S.V.P. by emailing bzino@pennsauken.net or calling (856) 662-8500 ext. 5703.
Veterans Day Service At VFW Post 1270
Members of VFW Post 1270 and AMVETS Post 101 will be holding a Veterans Day service on Monday, Nov. 11, 11:00 a.m., at VFW Post 1270, located at 2324 Penn St., Pennsauken. All members of the community are welcome to attend, and light refreshments will be served afterwards.
Veterans Day Special At Pennsauken Country Club
For the tenth consecutive year, all military personnel, whether active or retired status, can play golf as guests of the Pennsauken Country Club on Monday, Nov. 11. The Country Club is located at 3800 Haddonfield Rd. For more information, or to set up for a tee time that day, call the Country Club’s Pro Shop at (856) 662-4961.
Veterans Appreciation Breakfast
The Camden County Board of Commissioners, in conjunction with the Camden County Veterans Advisory Committee cordially invites veterans to attend the Padre Peter Molnar Veterans Appreciation Breakfast on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the Collingswood Ballroom, 315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood. This special event is a tribute to veterans, past and present, recognizing their dedication and sacrifice. For more information and to register, visit CamdenCounty.com/VeteranAppreciationBreakfast. Veterans can also contact Camden County Veterans Affairs at (856) 374-5801.
Township Offices On Holiday Schedule
Both the Pennsauken Township Municipal Building and the Pennsauken Free Public Library will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Both will reopen on Tuesday, Nov. 12, for normal hours of operation.
Pennsauken Kicks Off Holiday Celebrations, Season Of Giving
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Township is ready to celebrate the most festive time of the year. In the next few weeks, residents can look forward to Pennsauken’s Holiday Parade, several community events, and the town’s annual initiative to help those in need during the holidays.
Town Hall Meeting Honors Local Veteran
The Board of Commissioners will meet in Pennsauken tonight for the next town hall meeting for Camden County.
“These town halls are extremely important because it gives us the opportunity to hear directly from our constituents,” Commissioner Al Dyer said. “We encourage everyone to join us to voice your concerns and receive updates about what is going on here in Camden County, across New Jersey, and nationwide.”
During the town hall, Army Veteran Lou Morales will be honored.
Morales served in the Army from 1979 until 2006 and was involved in major military campaigns Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield. During his service, Morales earned several honors and medals including the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and the Meritorious Service Medal.
Morales is now a member of the VFW and American Legion Post 68 and has volunteered with Stand Down South Jersey, an event that provides necessary services to homeless veterans, for 30 years.
Merchantville Elementary Haunted House On October 18-19
The Merchantville Elementary School Haunted House returns for two nights of thrills and chills Oct. 18 and 19 at Merchantville School, 130 S. Centre St. Pick up Not-So-Scary tickets from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. for a tour designed with the littlest kids in mind. Regular admission available from 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Admission is $5 adults, $3 kids.
This year’s event takes guests through a haunted adventure sure to make you scream! Snacks, glowsticks, and much more are also available for purchase.
Proceeds benefit the Merchantville School eighth grade graduation.
Pennsauken Police Trunk Or Treat On October 16
The Pennsauken Township Police Department invites the local community to its third annual Trunk or Treat event on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at 2400 Bethel Ave. Trick or Treaters will be able to safely get candy and other snacks from vehicles decorated for Halloween. Food trucks will also be on site for participants to purchase meals. In addition, trophies will be awarded to the top five trunks!
Pennsauken Fall Clean-Up Day On September 28
Pennsauken Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a fall clean-up day on Saturday, Sept. 28. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., volunteers will work at the park along 38th St. and Chestnut Ave.
“Every year, volunteers from our community step up to keep Pennsauken’s amazing outdoor spaces clean and free from litter,” said Pennsauken Mayor Marco DiBattista. “It’s a fantastic opportunity for community groups and young people looking to fulfill service hours. We invite you to be a part of this effort!”
Each person, family, or team will be provided with trash bags, a bucket, gloves (one size fits all), and trash pickers. It is suggested that volunteers wear boots, along with old clothes (long-sleeved shirts and pants), as individuals can get muddy and dirty. These clean ups may be canceled/postponed due to weather 24 hours prior to the event.
Registration for the fall clean-up is required. To register, please email the following information to jvazquez@pennsauken.gov:
- Your full name
- The number of people coming with you, if any
- A good phone number and email address to contact you with updates, cancellations, etc.
Toy And Collectible Street Fair Held On September 14
Play With This Toys & Collectibles presents its annual Toy and Collectible Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Held along West Park Ave. in Merchantville, the event showcases a variety of new and vintage toys, games, and collectibles for sale.
For more information, visit “Play With This Toys & Collectibles” on Facebook.
Pennsauken Transit Center Focus Of NJ TRANSIT Study
When the Pennsauken Transit Center first opened along Derousse Ave. in October of 2013, public officials from all levels of government lauded the facility as a gateway for the area residents to have more access to jobs, education, and health care, as the facility offered new travel options via a direct link between River LINE light rail service and Atlantic City Rail Line. Over a decade later, advocates supported by NJ TRANSIT are reaching out to the public, looking at ways to take the Pennsauken Transit Center to the next level as a community hub, exploring options for retail, housing, and more.
Earlier Start Time For Pennsauken’s Annual 9/11 Flag Placement Ceremony
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Each year, American flags are placed throughout Pennsauken’s 9/11 Memorial, located at the corner of Merchantville Ave. and Rt. 130, across the street from the Township’s Municipal Building and the Pennsauken Free Public Library. This year’s ceremony will be held earlier in the evening, so that more members of the community can participate.
“By starting Pennsauken’s flag placement a little earlier, more families will be able to participate,” explained Pennsauken Mayor Marco DiBattista. “Our annual tradition brings our residents and first responders coming together to remember the terror attacks 23 years ago, honoring the memory of those who lost their lives on that tragic day.”
Volunteers are needed to help distribute the flags on Tuesday, Sept. 10, at 9:30 p.m. and remove them on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 11:30 p.m. Those wishing to participate on either day are asked to arrive 15 minutes early.
Pennsauken’s monument was first dedicated on September 11, 2003, as a tribute to the heroes of 9/11 and the dedicated direct responders — police, fire, and EMS — who serve every day to protect residents and businesses in the communities where they live. In remembrance of the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, a steel beam from the World Trade Center North Tower was dedicated as a permanent part of the memorial.
Annual Golf Fundraiser Benefits Veterans, First Responders
Over the past seven years, the Pennsauken Country Club Golf Association has raised well over $40,000 for local veteran organizations during its Labor Day weekend golf outing. This year, the event will be expanded to help first responders as well.
The organization’s 2024 fundraiser will be held on Saturday, Sept. 7 at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd. Continental breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m., with a tee time of 9:00 a.m. The golf outing is open to non-members and consists of a two-person scramble in a team format. A portion of all entry fees will be donated to Fisher House, the Semper Fi Fund, Folds of Honor, the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, and the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation. In addition, a variety of sponsorships are available, and volunteers are needed to help on the day of the event.
The deadline for signup is Saturday, Aug. 24. For more information, contact Jim Kress at Jimkpccgolf@gmail.com.
