Category Archives: Community
Griffith Morgan House Hosts Second Annual Welsh Heritage Celebration
Though a tiny nation, Wales played an out-sized role in the settlement of the Delaware Valley and the founding of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Among the early colonists of West New Jersey was a Welsh mariner named Griffith Morgan, who settled his family at the mouth of Pennsauken Creek in 1693. On Sunday, March 6, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., historic Griffith Morgan House will cast its eyes back across the Atlantic to the native land of Wales with food, music, folklore and history of the Welsh.
Hop Down The Bunny Trail At Pennsauken’s Easter Egg Hunt
Pennsauken Township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, March 19 at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, Powell and Collins avenues.
PYAA Holds Scrapbooking Crop Fundraiser
The Pennsauken Youth Athletic Association (PYAA) is hosting a “Scrapbooking Crop” fundraiser on Saturday, March 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at PYAA Field House, located at Marion and Elm avenues. Price of admission includes all day coffee, tea and water, a meal ticket for “lite” breakfast, dinner, snack and two drinks. Vendors will also be on site with items available for purchase. Costs are $35 per person for a ½ round table, $45 per person for a six foot table with electric. Checks are made payable to PYAA. To receive an order form, or for more information, e-mail pyaasoccernj@gmail.com.
Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund Announces 2016 Scholarship Program
The Camden County Hero Scholarship Fund recently announced the launch of its 2016 scholarship program. Six $1,500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who have a parent actively serving Camden County, or they themselves serve Camden County in a public safety capacity. Two awards will be presented in each field of service: law enforcement, fire, and EMS.
Lions Accepting Nominations For Citizen Of The Year
The Pennsauken Lions Club is currently accepting nominations for its annual “Citizen of the Year” award. Nominees are individuals who volunteer their time for the betterment of Pennsauken.
Hospice Volunteers Needed In Pennsauken
Grace Healthcare Services is looking for volunteers to assist hospice patients and their families in both Pennsauken and the surrounding area.
“If you have a warm heart, a listening ear and the gift of compassion, you can make a difference,” explains Kate Moore, volunteer coordinator for Grace Healthcare Services. “Volunteers are an integral part of the hospice team. Whether you choose to work directly with patients and families, or volunteer in one of many other ways, you’ll be providing invaluable help to those in need.”
Volunteer training is free and provided by the Grace Healthcare Services Volunteer Program.
For more information, call (866) 447-0246 or e-mail volunteer@gracehcs.com.
Annual Irish Nite Fundraiser Held On March 5
Balliná will be the musical entertainment at Mary Queen of All Saints’ annual Irish Nite, held on Saturday, March 5 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m.
Mary, Queen of All Saints Parish is hosting its annual Irish Nite fundraiser on Saturday, March 5 from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. at Msgr. Kavanagh Hall, 48th St. and Camden Ave., Pennsauken. The event, which is BYOB, features an evening of great food and fun. Irish music provided by Balliná; beer and set-ups are provided.
Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door. Tables of 10 or more can be reserved. Proceeds go directly to support the parish’s annual expenses.
For more information, or to order tickets, call (856) 662-2721.
Almost Home Animal Shelter Looks To Close Final Chapter On High Note
For over ten years, the Pennsauken-based Almost Home Animal Shelter has served our local community, providing refuge and medical assistance to orphaned animals waiting for their fur-ever home. With the ongoing transition to the Animal Welfare Society of Camden County as Pennsauken Township’s animal shelter, Almost Home is working to make sure that all of the dogs and cats currently in their care get adopted before the facility closes its doors for good.
Pennsauken’s McFarland Receives Life Achievement Award From Boy Scouts
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Mary Anne McFarland, a lifelong Pennsauken resident, has received the Life Achievement Award from the White Horse District of the Boy Scouts of America, which serves all of Camden County, NJ, as well as its 37 municipalities.
Nominations Open For Camden County Free Roof Giveaway
Rosenblatt Roofing and Siding is now accepting nominations of Camden County residents for its No Roof Left Behind campaign. This nationwide program provides free roofs to local community members in need.
