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Celebrate Trails Day Held April 23
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy and The Circuit Trails are hosting a free event on Celebrate Trails Day on Saturday, April 23.
Held from noon to 3:00 p.m. at Eclipse Brewing, 25 East Park Ave. in Merchantville, the celebration includes free food for the first 50 attendees, courtesy of Red’s Rolling Restaurant; pony rides; bike tune ups (be sure to bring your bicycle); live music (900 songs by request); an exercise and nutrition class from Movement 4 Wellness; great giveaways; and an opportunity to learn more about the growing Burlington-Camden Trail.
Hosted on the fourth Saturday of April, Celebrate Trails Day is an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration encourages people across the country to get outside and enjoy the nation’s exceptional trails and trail systems.
Merchantville Pennsauken Little League Registration Almost Over
The deadline for children in Pennsauken and Merchantville to participate in the spring softball and baseball season is rapidly approaching.
Virtual Public Information Center For Multi-Use Trail Project Held Tonight
Residents are invited to a Virtual Public Information Center for the proposed Pennsauken-Merchantville Multi-Use Trail Project. The purpose is to inform the various stakeholders of the proposed plan for the project.
The format for the Public Information Center will be a brief presentation followed by a period for questions and answers. The public will have an opportunity to review exhibits, ask questions, and discuss any concerns.
Merchantville School Hosts Annual Haunted House
The Merchantville School “Haunted Hotel” returns for two nights of thrills and chills Oct. 18 and 19 at the school, located at 130 S. Centre St. in Merchantville. Pick up “not-so-scary” tickets from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. for a tour designed with the littlest kids in mind. Regular admission available from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for kids age 14 and under. Snacks, glow sticks, and basket raffle tickets are also available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the Merchantville School eighth grade graduation.
Blue Monkey Tavern And Niagara Fire Company Host 2019 SpringFest On April 27
On Saturday, April 27, Blue Monkey Tavern and the Niagara Fire Company are hosting their 2019 SpringFest from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Blue Monkey Tavern in Merchantville.
Receptive Communication Workshop Held On February 2
Local non-profit Heart-to-Heart, Inc. is holding a receptive communications workshop on Saturday, Feb. 2, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at Trinity United Methodist Church, 36 W. Maple Ave., Merchantville. The workshop focuses on ground exercises, relationship-building, and nonviolent communication. This event is open to everyone regardless of prior experience. The cost is $40 per person. Please register in advance by e-mailing susanweiss@heart2heartinc.org or calling (856) 406-6153.
All Around Pennsauken To Highlight Holiday Specials For Small Business Saturday
For the third year in a row, All Around Pennsauken will highlight local deals and specials in both Pennsauken and Merchantville as part of Small Business Saturday.
Grace Episcopal’s Fall Fair Held On November 3
Grace Episcopal Church, 7 E. Maple Ave., Merchantville, is holding a fall fair on Saturday, Nov. 3, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Featuring large basket raffle, vendors, baked goods, deli table, Santa’s secret shop with balloon twisting and face painting, train display, and more. Come have lunch and win a basket! For more information, contact Norma Bush at (856) 630-0724.
Third Annual Toy And Collectible Street Fair Held On September 22
Special appearances from some superhero favorites are hallmarks of the annual Toy and Collectible Street Fair, held this year on Sept. 22.
Play With This Toys & Collectibles is presenting the third annual Toy and Collectible Street Fair on Saturday, Sept. 22, 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. In addition, the toy and collectable street fair features food, including the Pop Shop A Go Go food truck; special appearances from some superhero favorites; and more. The rain date is Saturday, Sept. 29.
For more information, visit “Play With This Toys & Collectibles” on Facebook.
Merchantville Sweet Shop To Move To Pennsauken
The Merchantville Sweet Shop, which opened on Maple Ave. in July of last year is making a move to Pennsauken.
Local officials and members of the community were on hand for the grand opening of the Merchantville Sweet Shop on Maple Ave. in July of 2017. The store plans to close next month and reopen at a new Pennsauken location on Sept. 12.
The ice cream shop will close on Sunday, Aug. 12 and will begin its relocation to 2673 Haddonfield Rd. in Pennsauken, a larger location with more parking.
