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Food Adventures: It’s All Good Soul Food Comes To West Maple Avenue
By Rachael Rivera, AAP Columnist
This month’s food adventure takes me to It’s All Good Soul Food and Catering, located at 618 West Maple Ave. in Merchantville. This unassuming little shop front is home to some truly awesome soul food.
Demina Miller owns and operates the restaurant with the help of her daughters, Ajani and Asia, as well as other family and friends. She began cooking and learning her way around the kitchen at a young age by hanging out with her aunt and grandmother while her mother attended college. She is a self-taught food maverick who gained her skill out of necessity and found her niche in soul food.
Clip Joint Holds Grand Reopening Event On April 1
The Clip Joint has been serving local families for countless decades. With the passing of owner and community staple Al Segrest last October, it was the decision of his family to continue the tradition of the “best little hair house” in Merchantville. That goal comes to fruition on Saturday with a special event on what would have been Al’s 69 birthday.
The iconic business is being staffed by Al’s daughtes, Alexis and his ex-wife, Monica. And after a brief period of renovation, The Clip Joint is holding a grand reopening on Saturday, April 1. Held from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., all haircuts will be discounted at $10 a piece; free mini panzarottis and soft pretzels will be offered while supplies last; and there will be coupons, giveaways and more.
The Clip Joint is located at 107 South Centre St. in Merchantville. For more information, visit The Clip Joint’s Facebook page.
Mayors McBride, Brennan To Speak At Next PMAC Meeting
Pennsauken Mayor Betsy McBride and Merchantville Mayor Ted Brennan will be the guest speakers at the networking luncheon of the Pennsauken-Merchantville Area Chamber of Commerce, held on Wednesday, Feb. 8 at the Pennsauken Country Club, 3800 Haddonfield Rd.
Sign-in begins at 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 8, with the meeting starting at 12 noon. Admission is $20 per person.
All Around Pennsauken To Highlight Holiday Specials For Small Business Saturday
For the second year in a row, All Around Pennsauken will highlight local deals and specials in both Pennsauken and Merchantville as part of Small Business Saturday. Held on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday encourages shoppers to patronize small “brick and mortar” businesses in their community.
Food Adventures: Eclipse Brewing Opens In Merchantville
By Rachael Rivera, AAP Columnist
Eclipse Brewing has recently joined the ranks in our local brewery selection in Pennsauken, Merchantville, and the surrounding areas. They just opened on Oct. 9; and being a craft brew fan myself, I had to explore this place. This “nano-brewery” really blew me away. I got there a little bit before they opened and got to see the hustle and bustle behind the scenes as the brew master began his work.
Remembering Al Segrest, Owner Of Clip Joint
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The sign on the door says, “Death in the family.” They have no idea how right they are.
Al Segrest, iconic owner of The Clip Joint in Merchantville, passed away suddenly last night. He was 68 years old. It’s a shock to many of us who frequented his shop for years.
Haunted House At Merchantville School
The Merchantville School District hosts its annual Haunted House on Friday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 22 at Merchantville School, 130 S. Centre St. The spooky fun runs from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. Admission is just $5 per person; concessions are also available for purchase. For more info, call (856) 663-1091.
Toy And Collectible Street Fair Moved To Rain Date Of October 15
Play With This Toys & Collectibles and Merchantville Public Events are hosting a toy and collectible street fair on Saturday, Oct. 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Held along West Park Ave. in Merchantville, adjacent to the Borough Hall, 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, special appearances from some superhero favorites, raffles and more. Attendees are also asked to bring non-perishable food items for the Food Bank of South Jersey. For every food item donated, individuals will receive one raffle ticket.
“We really hope folks come out for this great event,” says Scott Talas, owner of Play With This Toys & Collectibles. “Not only is it going to be a lot of fun, but we’re also helping out a great organization, the Food Bank of South Jersey.”
For more information, visit “Play With This Toys & Collectibles” on Facebook.
Food Adventures: Rita Marie’s Eatery And Pizzeria
By Rachael Rivera, AAP Columnist
This month’s adventuring led me to Rita Marie’s Eatery and Pizzeria at 134 East Park Ave. in Merchantville. This corner foodie hotspot is clean and the staff there is fantastic. I walked in on the day I was to interview them; there were customers at their tables eating and watching the big flat screen in their dining area, some were in line paying for their food, while others perused the menu and boards for their next tasty selection.
Merchantville Post Office Dedicates Plaque In Memory of Mark Fillari
By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist
On a beautiful, blue-skied Wednesday morning, July 12, 2016, at precisely 9:00 a.m., a very special and most loving gathering took place at the Merchantville Post Office in honor of a very special and most loving man: Mark Fillari.
