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New, Unwrapped Toys Needed For Pennsauken’s Angel Tree Program
Pennsauken residents and businesses are pitching in to help children in the community during the holiday season through the Angel Tree program, which collects new, unwrapped toys for families in need.
Responsible Use Of Technology Lecture On November 7
Howard M. Phifer Middle School is hosting a special program on Monday, Nov. 7, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Pennsauken Community Dedicates PHS Veterans Monument
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
On a clear and sun-filled Thursday in October, members of the Pennsauken community gathered on the grounds of Pennsauken High School. Alumni and veterans; staff and students; public officials and honored guests; all came together to dedicate a special monument that honors Pennsauken’s veterans – both PHS alumni and residents alike – who served their country in the Armed Forces.
Safe Families, Safe Communities Forum Held In Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Last month, a special event was held in response to the senseless and tragic death of Jamil Baskerville, Jr., the two-year-old Pennsauken boy allegedly killed by his mother’s boyfriend, Zachary Tricoche last August.
Community Forum Discusses Issues Of Domestic Violence, Child Safety
The Camden County Board of Freeholders and Pennsauken Township, in conjunction with the Camden County Commission on Child Abuse and Missing Children, will be holding a “Safe Families, Safe Communities” forum on Thursday, Oct. 13. Held from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Temple Lutheran Church, 5600 Rt. 130 N., Pennsauken, the event provides the community an opportunity to discuss the issues of domestic violence and child safety.
Fire Department Helps To Build Stronger Community During National Night Out
By Alan Gibson, AAP Correspondent
Pennsauken’s Fire Department opened their doors to the public on Aug. 2 to celebrate National Night Out. Firefighters demonstrated the equipment they use every day to keep Pennsauken’s residents safe. Younger township residents even got hands-on experience with the equipment, trying on gear, operating hoses, and watching rescue equipment in action. There was also plenty of ice cream and soft pretzels for everyone.
Teaching Important Lessons In And Out Of The Classroom
By John Kneib, Mayor of Pennsauken Township
Summer is quickly moving into fall and our community is officially in “back to school” mode.” For the most part, our young people are relatively excited to get back to class. While there’s some mixed opinions on homework and projects, children can’t wait to see their friends and start another year of learning. And we all know that their parents are excited that school is starting again, too. So as the kids get back into the school routine, our Pennsauken community should as well.
Local Girls Receive Grace-Filled Lessons Through Special Program
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
This summer, eight young girls from Pennsauken and Delair took part in a special two-week program designed to help them to achieve their goals through grace-filled adventures and exploration.
Events At Pennsauken’s Historic Homes
“First Sunday” At Burrough-Dover House
The Historic Burrough-Dover House, 9201 Burrough-Dover Ln., will hold an open house on Sunday, Sept. 4 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. The 306-year-old home will be open for tours. Admission and parking are free. For more information on this and other events, visit Facebook.com/PennsaukenHistoricalSociety.
The historic Griffith Morgan House will now be open to the general public every first Sunday of the month, March to November, from 12 to 4 p.m.
Griffith Morgan House Holds Presentation On Colonial Lighting
As the summer season of long days draws toward a close, the dark nights slowly grow longer. Our colonial ancestors had no LEDs, no light bulbs, no street lamps illuminated by Ben Franklin’s electricity to light their way. So how did people of that age see when the sun went down? On Sunday, Sept. 4, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., Griffith Morgan House and docent Lu Anne Hill will cast a light on the wide variety of lighting devices and fuels brightened the darkness and allowed life and work to continue. Lighting a candle was far from the only alternative to darkness!
Admission is free, but donations are always appreciated to support the historical programs and help preserve the old house and its mission; memberships are available as well! Free tours of Griffith Morgan House and its museum and access to the library will be available to all visitors. Plenty of free parking is available.
Griffith Morgan House is located on Griffith Morgan Lane off River Rd. between Delair and Route 73. Visit the Griffith Morgan House page on Facebook for more details or directions or call (856) 486-9561 and leave a message for more information. Griffith Morgan House is also open for tours by appointment.
