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Fire Chief, Firefighters, EMTs Take Oath Of Office During Special Ceremony
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
At a special ceremony during the March 16 Pennsauken Township Committee meeting, one dozen firefighters and emergency medical personnel took their oaths of office. Township Committeeman and Director of Public Safety Marco DiBattista swore in the first responders.
“As Public Safety Director, a member of Township Committee, and a resident of Pennsauken, to have an opportunity to swear in these first responders who serve our town at the highest level and put their lives on the line for other people, is an honor that words can’t describe,” said DiBattista. “This is what Pennsauken is all about.”
The Abkinah Experience Opens In Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Abkinah Experience, an Islamic boutique, recently opened its doors in Pennsauken, on March 25. The name of the retail space is a combination of the Muslim attributes of owners Anthony (Abdul) and T’kimea (Sakinah) Daniels; and the store is the realization of a dream long held by the couple.
Pennsauken Spring Clean-Up And Nature Day On April 16
Because of the inclement weather forecast for Saturday, the Township’s Spring Clean-Up and Nature Day has been moved to Sunday, April 16. The times and locations will not change.
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a spring clean-up and nature day on Sunday, April 16. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 75 volunteers will be split between four locations: Tippin’s Pond, the boat ramp at Derousse Ave., Madison Park, and the Burrough-Dover House. In addition, kids will be able to enjoy fun nature activities at both Tippin’s Pond and Burrough-Dover House.
Pennsauken’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt Moved To April 8
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Because of the steady rain and strong winds forecast for tomorrow, Pennsauken’s annual Easter Egg Hunt will be POSTPONED to Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex.
Pennsauken families can once again grab their baskets for the Township’s annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Sponsored by Pennsauken Township and Kiddie Junction of Pennsauken, this year’s egg hunt will take place on Saturday, April 8, 10:00 a.m., at the Walt Nicgorski Sports Complex, located at Powell and Collins avenues. The Easter Egg Hunt is open to children up to age 9.
Coffee With A Cop March 17 At McDonald’s
The Pennsauken Township Police Department hosts another “Coffee with a Cop” event on Friday, March 17, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the McDonalds at 1021, Rt. 73, in Pennsauken. Attendees will be treated to a free cup of coffee, courtesy of Pennsauken Police. Come for the caffeine, stay for the conversation!
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.
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 Teacher Publishes Children’s Book
Lisa D. Swint has been teaching language arts in the Pennsauken School District for 23 years; and after decades of using her original writing to teach literary devices such as alliteration and onomatopoeia, she recently published her first children’s book, “Tucker Took the Train.”
Illustrated by Bill Smith, “Tucker Took the Train” is a fun tongue twisting story of Tucker the turtle, who is taking a very special trip from New York City to South Carolina. This book is a catchy read-aloud that highlights East Coast landmarks and various animal species found throughout the area.
“Tucker Took the Train” is available on Amazon and BarnesandNoble.com. And check out Ldswint.com for more info on Tucker!
Registration For Youth Sports Programs Closing Soon
The deadline for spring registration for the Merchantville Pennsauken Little League, 2023 baseball and softball spring season, is Sunday, Feb. 26 at 5:00 p.m. For more information or to register, visit MerchantvilleLittleLeague.org. Certain programs have limited spaces or a waitlist.
The deadline to sign up for co-ed spring intramural soccer with the Pennsauken Youth Soccer Club is Friday, Feb. 24. To register a child, visit PennsaukenSoccer.com. For more information, email pennsaukenyouthsoccerclub@gmail.com.
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.
