Category Archives: Community
Pennsauken Stages To Perform “In The Heights” March 30 – April 2
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken Stages is proud to present its performance of the musical, “In The Heights,” March 30 through April 2 at Pennsauken High School. The Tony Award-winning show, created by Lin-Manuel Miranda of “Hamilton” fame, tells the story of people from the Washington Heights neighborhood in New York City. Featuring characters from a largely Dominican American community, the musical is a perfect fit for Pennsauken High School’s cast.
American Legion Meetings On March 9
F.W. Grigg Post 68 American Legion will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, March 9, 7:00 p.m., at the Merchantville Community Center, 212 Somerset Ave.
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veteran’s organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. With the recent passage of the “Legion Act”, eligibility for membership in the American Legon has been expanded to include those who served honorably during the periods April 6, 1917, to Nov. 11, 1918, and Dec. 7, 1941 to a time later determined by the federal government.
The Post Auxiliary Unit also meets at 7:00 p.m. on the same night and location. Any spouse, whether male or female, of a veteran who is an American Legion member, or the daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, or granddaughter of a veteran are welcome to join.
For more information, contact Bernie Kofoet at (609) 923-4917.
Why I Love Scouting
By J.T. Miller
Editor’s Note: Young Mr. Miller is a Life Scout with Troop 70 and is a Pennsauken resident. He’s working on his Communications Merit Badge and submitted an article for the paper. We’re happy to share his submission.
I started out in kindergarten as a K-Cub (now Lions) and have been in The Boy Scouts (now Scouts B.S.A) for five years. I love being in Scouts; it is so much fun and I have learned so much.
The reason The Boys Scouts are now referred to as Scouts B.S.A is because girls are now part of it. I have met many at outings and they really love it too.
I have made a lot of new friends. We go camping every month. Where we do fun activities like campfires, hiking, cooking, and playing games. We go to summer camp every July.
I have learned a lot of useful things like CPR, first aid, and emergency prep. At our last camping trip, we played first aid baseball and worked on first aid skills. Our next trip is a leaders challenge, where they will have us do cookoffs, fire building challenges and possibly a night hike. They winning team will earn beads for their Patrol, which could let us have a pizza party.
Pennsauken Historical Society Celebrates Welsh Heritage Day
Amser hir, na gweld! This is how the Welsh greet one another, “long time, no see!” For the seventh year, Pennsauken Historical Society will be hosting Welsh Heritage Day at its Griffith Morgan Homestead. This event celebrating the culture and history of Wales will occur on Sunday, March 5, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Pennsauken Sewerage Authority Honors Late Commissioner
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
On Jan. 11, the Pennsauken Sewerage Authority Commissioners, employees, as well as family and friends, gathered together as they dedicated their conference room in honor of the late James J. Pennestri, a longtime Pennsauken resident who served as a Sewerage Authority Commissioner for over 25 years.
Mayor Martinez Recognized For Historic Appointment
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
At the beginning of the Feb. 2 meeting of Pennsauken’s Township Committee meeting, Mayor Vince Martinez was surprised by acknowledgements from representatives at the county, state, and federal level, recognizing the first Hispanic male mayor in the history of the town. Martinez was sworn in as mayor during the Township Committee reorganization meeting in January.
Congressman Norcross Announces $970,000 In Federal Funding For Food Bank Of South Jersey
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, Congressman Donald Norcross was on hand at the Food Bank of South Jersey to announce almost $1 million in federal funding has been secured for the largest hunger relief organization in the region. These funds are earmarked for the purchase of hybrid vehicles, which will not only decrease the food bank’s carbon footprint, but also expand its ability to serve the food insecure throughout South Jersey.
“Battle of the Badges” Blood Drive Returns January 19
Pennsauken’s first responders will once again complete to see who can recruit the most eligible blood donors in the community during an American Red Cross “Battle of the Badges” blood drive on Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.
Presenting donors will have the opportunity to cast a vote for Pennsauken’s police or fire departments, with the winning agency earning a plaque and bragging rights; they will also receive a free Red Cross t-shirt while supplies last. In addition, all presenting donors will receive a voucher for a free medium hot coffee and wake up wrap from Dunkin.
Appointments are encouraged; walk-ins will be accommodated as time and space allow. To schedule an appointment, scan the QR Code that accompanies this article. Donors can also visit RedCrossBlood.org and search by zip code and the date, Jan. 19, or call 1-800-REDCROSS.
Fire Department Escorts Santa Through Town This Saturday
The Pennsauken Fire Department is ready to launch “Operation Santa” for the holidays. Starting at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 10, Santa Claus, escorted by the Pennsauken Township Fire Department, will visit every neighborhood in Pennsauken in a single day.
Township To Host Senior Citizen Luncheon On December 29
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken and its Parks and Recreation Department are hosting a free event for Township senior citizens this month. A free luncheon for Pennsauken residents ages 62 and older will be held on Thursday, Dec. 29, noon to 3:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.
