Category Archives: Community
National Night Out In Pennsauken On August 1
EDITOR’S NOTE: We mistakenly published the incorrect address of the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex in the August 2023 print edition of the paper. It’s been corrected in the online version of the article and we apologize for any inconvenience this error may cause.
Pennsauken’s first responders are holding a special event during National Night Out, Tuesday, Aug. 1, an annual community-building campaign that is designed to make neighborhoods a safer, better place to live.
Live Music, Fireworks And More At This Weekend’s Summer Kick Off
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Music, food, and fireworks will once again be enjoyed by residents at Pennsauken Township’s Summer Kick Off celebration. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, June 10, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex, located at Westfield and Bethel avenues.
Senior Citizen Appreciation Day Postponed
Yesterday, Pennsauken Township announced that the Senior Citizen Appreciation Day scheduled for June 8 at the Municipal Pool has been postponed to next week.
“Pennsauken Township Committee and our Parks and Recreation Department have made the decision to postpone Thursday’s Senior Citizen Appreciation Day at the Pennsauken Municipal Pool,” the Township said in an online statement. “The ongoing poor air quality issues from the Canadian wildfires prevent us from safely holding this event.”
The new date for this event is Thursday, June 15, from noon to 4:00 p.m., at the Municipal Pool. Anyone with questions regarding this change can contact seniors@pennsauken.gov or call 856-665-1000 x151 or x152.
Fun Pool Day Planned For Pennsauken’s Senior Citizens
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The second annual Senior Citizen Appreciation Day at the Pennsauken Municipal Pool, 6100 River Rd., will be held on Thursday, June 8, from noon to 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by Pennsauken Township and its Parks and Recreation Department, Pennsauken seniors aged 62 and over will enjoy a variety of free, fun activities, including games and musical entertainment. In addition, Pennsauken’s first responders will be grilling for the event and interacting with attendees, and members of Township Committee will be serving food to guests.
Merchantville Woman’s Club’s “A Taste Of Pennsauken” Returns On May 23
The Woman’s Club of Merchantville is once again sponsoring “A Taste of Pennsauken.” The event will be held on Tuesday, May 23, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd. Come out and sample the delicious cuisine of many local restaurants! Tickets are just $20 per person; and a portion of the proceeds will benefit The Food Bank of South Jersey, other local charities, and our annual scholarship awards to deserving students.
To order tickets, or for more information, call Ruthann Mertz at (856) 665-1543, or Geri Tabako at (856) 665-5468.
Charity Softball Game On May 19 Benefits Family Of Fallen Officer
The Pennsauken Police Department and Pennsauken Fire Department will compete in a “Battle of the Badges” charity softball game on Friday, May 19, 7:00 p.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, 8901 Collins Ave.
The event is free to attend; food and refreshments will be available. T-shirts will be available to purchase and there will be a 50/50 raffle. All proceeds benefit the family of fallen Deptford Police Officer Bobby Shisler.
Remembering Those Who Gave The Ultimate Sacrifice
By The Pennsauken Board of Education: Nick Perry, President; JoAnn Young, Vice President; Osvaldo Alves III, Lisa Eckel; Diane Johnson; Samer John Jarbouh-Rafeh; Scott La Vine; Orlando Viera, and Dontay White; and Dr. Ronnie Tarchichi, MEd2., M.S., M.B.S., M.A.2, Ed.D., Ph.D., Superintendent, Pennsauken Public Schools
On Memorial Day, we come together as a community to honor and remember the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. In a special way, our District remembers those from Pennsauken who died during military conflicts as members of the United States Armed Forces, including: Terrence P. Allen, Thomas L. Busch, III, John S. DiBenedetto, Michael Egan, James M. Esposito, Matthew J. Henkel Jr., Joseph L. Hesson, III, Frank J. Kohlmyer, Thomas C Miller, Maria I. Ortiz, Richard Patterson, Elmer R. Pease, Jr., Anthony Piersanti, Jr., Harold Russo, and John Edward Tipton.
Senior Citizen Appreciation Day On June 8
Pennsauken Township is celebrating our great senior citizens with a special, FREE event!
Senior Citizen Appreciation Day will be held on Thursday, June 8, from noon to 4:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Municipal Pool, 6100 River Rd. Pennsauken’s first responders will be grilling for the event and interacting with attendees, and members of Township Committee will be serving food to guests. Pennsauken seniors aged 62 and over will enjoy a variety of fun activities, including games and musical entertainment. Plus, the pool will be open, so attendees are encouraged to bring their bathing suits! Registration is required by Monday, June 5.
To R.S.V.P., contact Juan Vazquez at (856) 665-1000 x151, jvzquez@pennsauken.gov; or Amy Schmalbach at (856) 665-1000 x152, aschmalbach@pennsauken.gov.
Memorial Day Events To Be Held Throughout Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Community events leading up through Memorial Day remember those brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
Wreath Laying Ceremonies
Several wreath laying ceremonies in observance of those members of the military who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces will be held throughout Memorial Day Weekend in both Pennsauken and Merchantville. The public is encouraged to attend these events.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival Comes to Pennsauken
The Pennsauken Free Public Library is proud to be chosen as host of the third annual Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival. Sponsored by the Asian American Alliance in South Jersey, the festival, which runs from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 7, celebrates the rich culture heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in South Jersey and the United States.
