Category Archives: Community
PMAC Beef And Bowl Held On October 21
The Pennsauken-Merchantville Area Chamber of Commerce (P.M.A.C.) is hosting a special Beef and Bowl event on Saturday, Oct. 21. Held from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Pinsetter Bar and Bowl, 7111 Maple Ave., Pennsauken, the event features four hours of bowling and shoe rental; buffet from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; VIP lounge and cash bar; door prizes; and more.
“We’re excited to host this event at Pinsetter Bar and Bowl,” says Ann Marie McCusker, president of P.M.A.C. “This is not a business networking event. We’re inviting the community to join our members for a fun night out.”
Tickets are just $25 per person; proceeds will go to support P.M.A.C.’s mission to promote local business growth in the community.
For tickets and additional information, contact Nancy Ellis at pmac1team@gmail.com or (856) 438-0833.
Local Halloween Events
In addition to the annual Haunted Hay Ride and the upcoming Touch-A-Truck/Trunk or Treat at Pennsauken High School, there are several other community events that celebrate this spooky time of year.
“Back The Blue” Jeep Ride Held On October 14
A community event planned for tomorrow is designed to be a show of support to local law enforcement.
The second annual “Back the Blue” Jeep Ride will be held on Saturday, Oct. 14; last year, over 100 jeep owners gathered at the Cherry Hill Mall and then traveled to the police stations in several communities to thank officers for their dedicated service.
Haunted Hay Ride And “Bite Night” Held On October 25
This month, two popular Pennsauken events are combined into one: the Township’s annual Haunted Hay Ride and the “Bite Night” Food Truck Event.
Pennsauken Lions Holds Popular Cigar Night On October 23
By Mary Anne McFarland, Pennsauken Lions Club
Last year’s extremely popular “Cigar Night” fundraiser returns to Steak 38 Café, 515 Rt. 38, Cherry Hill, on Monday, Oct. 23, at 6:30 p.m. Owner Joe DiAmore and his wife, Judy, both members of the Pennsauken Lions, will once again be our gracious hosts. The cost is $65 per person and includes appetizers, dinner, dessert and two premium cigars. Space is limited; reservations are requested by Monday, Oct. 16 and can be made at pennsaukenlionsclub@gmail.com or by calling (856) 662-3838.
“Who Let The Dogs Out?” Theme Tied Into Service Projects
By Mary Anne McFarland
Each year, Cub Scout Pack 116 picks an annual theme, which is used throughout the year at den and Pack meetings. Theme-related craft activities and decorations help make the Cubs’ annual Blue and Gold banquet more festive and also gets the pack prepared for the upcoming Cub-O-Ree, a special camping weekend held in May of next year.
The Cub-O-Ree’s theme is “Family Movie Night;” each Pack that participates must pick a movie or movies around which they will base their Saturday activities. This year, Pack 116 picked the theme “Who Let the Dog’s Out?” because they decided to highlight various Disney “dog movies,” such as “Lady and the Tramp,” “Oliver and Company,” and a few others.
The Scouts are also incorporating this theme into their participation in “Scouting for Food,” one of nation’s largest food drives that Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers participate in to support their local food pantries and hunger-relief agencies. In addition to collecting non-perishable food items, such as canned goods, peanut butter, fruit bars, applesauce, etc., the Cub Scouts will be accepting dog food, treats, cat litter, and other related items, which will be donated to the Almost Home Animal Shelter in Pennsauken.
Pennsauken Awarded $25,000 Grant To Enhance Johnson Park
Pennsauken’s Johnson Park is scheduled to receive a $25,000 facelift, thanks to a grant from the Camden County Open Space Preservation Trust Fund.
Fundraiser Helps Pennsauken Natives Dealing With Rare Disorder
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
A special event on Sept. 30 will raise funds to help support two Pennsauken natives as they work tirelessly to help their sons, both of whom have an extremely rare disease.
Pennsauken Historical Society Hosts First Sundays
With the start of fall, Pennsauken’s historic homes open their doors for guests looking for a unique way to enjoy a crisp, autumn day!
Both Griffith Morgan House and Burrough-Dover House will both be open on both Sunday, Oct. 1, as well as Sunday, Nov. 5, with free admission from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Enjoy tours of house and museum, learn about Pennsauken’s rich history, and more! Light refreshments will be served and there is plenty of free parking at both houses.
Burrough-Dover House is located at 9201 Burrough-Dover Lane off Haddonfield Rd., opposite the Wyndam Rd. traffic light. Griffith Morgan House is located at 243 Griffith Morgan Lane off River Rd. between Delair and Route 73. In addition to public events, both homes are open for tours, events and research by prior appointment.
Visit the Griffith Morgan House or Pennsauken Historical Society pages or the group “Pennsauken History Forum” on Facebook for more details or directions or call (856) 486-9561 and leave a message for more information or e-mail to pennsaukenhistoricalsociety@gmail.com. Be sure to contact Pennsauken Historical Society or Griffith Morgan Committee about volunteer opportunities!
SOCKTOBERFEST Held October 1
Standard Merchandising Co. in Pennsauken is kicking fall off with their first-ever SOCKTOBEFEST event. Held on Sunday, Oct. 1, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., at 7001 North Park Drive, families will be able to enjoy festivities at the company’s headquarters.
Local food trucks, live music, face painting, pumpkin decorating, games (with special prizes) and a petting zoo are just some of family-friendly activities that will be available for all to enjoy. At the event, attendees will also be able shop more than 50,000 pairs of finely crafted, made in America socks and tights priced at $1, $2 or $3 per pair. Merchandise includes cashmere, wool, cotton and merino socks for women, men and children and babies. The first 50 customers will receive a special VIP gift bag.
A proceed from all sales will benefit local charities including “Back on my Feet” and “Rock to the Future.”
