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Merchantville Elementary Haunted House On October 18-19
The Merchantville Elementary School Haunted House returns for two nights of thrills and chills Oct. 18 and 19 at Merchantville School, 130 S. Centre St. Pick up Not-So-Scary tickets from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. for a tour designed with the littlest kids in mind. Regular admission available from 7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Admission is $5 adults, $3 kids.
This year’s event takes guests through a haunted adventure sure to make you scream! Snacks, glowsticks, and much more are also available for purchase.
Proceeds benefit the Merchantville School eighth grade graduation.
Toy And Collectible Street Fair Held On September 14
Play With This Toys & Collectibles presents its annual Toy and Collectible Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 14, 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.
Merchantville Holds 150th Anniversary Celebration
Merchantville celebrates its 150th anniversary on May 18 and 19. To mark the occasion, Borough leaders and a host of volunteers have orchestrated an incredible program of events to note the history, accomplishments, and future of the town. Led by Mayor Ted Brennan, the effort began over a year before the anniversary and included a number of signature events to drum up excitement for the town’s sesquicentennial.
The anniversary weekend includes a parade and a traditional birthday celebration. Residents and surrounding communities are invited to take part in the celebration. The parade includes local marching bands, mummers and a caravan of creative floats designed by Merchantville’s clubs and organizations.
Local Memorial Day Events Pay Tribute To Fallen Heroes
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Every May, a variety of meaningful events lead up to Memorial Day, an important remembrance of those brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Toy And Collectible Street Fair Held On September 10
Play With This Toys & Collectibles presents its annual Toy and Collectible Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 10, 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.
