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Pennsauken Fall Festival Rescheduled To November 4
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Because of the weather forecast for this weekend, the Pennsauken Fall Festival has been rescheduled to Saturday, Nov. 4, from noon to 4:00 p.m., at the Pennsauken Community Recreation Complex, located at the corner of Westfield and Bethel avenues. The Fall Festival also has a NEW rain date of Sunday, Nov. 5, at the same location and times.
2023 Halloween Events
“Spooky Season” is upon us, and there’s plenty of family fun throughout the month! Be sure to check out all of the Halloween activities within our community.
Pennsauken Fall Clean-Up Day On September 30
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a fall clean-up day on Saturday, Sept. 30. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., volunteers will work along 38th St. and Chestnut Ave.
Adventure Aquarium’s Fintastic Fall Days Are Here
This fall, guests visiting Adventure Aquarium can explore the glow deep below as they dive into an underwater realm filled with gorgeous glowing gourds of all shapes, sizes, and species during the Aquarium’s brand-new Fintastic Fall Days, running NOW – November 5.
During this fall festival, guests will get the chance to see countless gourd-geous aquatically-themed displays showcased throughout the Aquarium, both floating on the surface and sunken deep below among sharks, rays, and other aquatic animals.
Community Invited To Car And Bike Show, Fall Festival
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Pennsauken community is invited to attend two popular public events: the Car and Bike Show, held on Sunday, Sept. 10, and the town’s Fall Festival, on Saturday, Oct. 14.
“This is a great time of year for public events in Pennsauken; our annual Car and Bike Show and our Fall Festival are right around the corner,” said Pennsauken Mayor Vince Martinez. “Both events are wonderful opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy a great time with our neighbors. We hope you come out and join us!”
Toy And Collectible Street Fair On September 16
Play With This Toys & Collectibles presents its annual Toy and Collectible Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Held along West Park Ave. in Merchantville, the event showcases a variety of new and vintage toys, games, and collectibles for sale.
For more information, visit “Play With This Toys & Collectibles” on Facebook.
Parking Issues On Public Streets
By Chief Phil Olivo, Pennsauken Township Police Department
Pennsauken is a thriving community, consisting of a diverse group of people coming from a variety of different backgrounds. And while a growing town is a very good thing, it can be difficult to find a place to park. Our department has started to see an increase in issues related to parking on Township streets, some of which I’ll be sharing in this article.
Pennsauken To Hold Annual 9/11 Flag Placement Ceremony
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Each year, American flags are placed throughout Pennsauken’s 9/11 Memorial, located at the corner of Merchantville Ave. and Rt. 130, across the street from the Township’s Municipal Building and the Pennsauken Free Public Library.
“We invite everyone to join us for an annual tradition that is extremely important to our community,” said Pennsauken Mayor Vincent Martinez. “Pennsauken’s flag placement is a moving ceremony, with residents and first responders coming together to remember the terror attacks 22 years ago. Pennsauken will never forget.”
Pennsauken’s Annual Car And Bike Show Returns September 10
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Pennsauken’s 31st annual Car and Bike Show will be held on Sunday, Sept. 10, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hundreds of classic cars and bikes will be on display along part of the “Maple Mile,” starting at Pinsetter Bar and Bowl, the co-sponsor of the event located at 7111 Maple Ave., and extending towards Union Ave.
NJ TRANSIT Issues Service Alert For River LINE
Citing operational challenges, NJ TRANSIT has announced significant changes to the River LINE service schedule. The River LINE stops at the Pennsauken Transit Center on Derousse Ave.
“Due to continued operational challenges, River LINE weekday service will temporarily operate every 30 minutes throughout the service day,” the agency posted in an online statement. “The impact of this temporary adjustment is limited to weekday peak hour frequency, as the River LINE’s regular weekday schedule operates every 30 minutes outside of peak periods. Saturday service will also operate on the Sunday/Holiday schedule.”
