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Roadwork To Begin On Maple Avenue In Merchantville And Pennsauken
The Camden County Freeholder Board’s Department of Public Works (CCDPW) is scheduled to begin a roadway improvement project on Maple Avenue in Merchantville and Pennsauken on June 27, 2016.
Remembering The Love And Kindness Of Mark Fillari
By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist
If you were a customer at the Merchantville Post Office, then you surely knew Mark Fillari. And not just because Mark was an exceptional postal worker for 30 years; it was because Mark was an exceptional guy – period.
His sudden passing on December 31, 2015 at the age of 56 was a tremendous shock and huge loss to his family: his darling wife, Angela; daughter Stephanie; sons Nick, Dominic, Mark; and the rest of his beloved family. He adored each and every one of them. All you had to do was mention his wife’s name or something about one of his children, and there was an immediate sparkle in his eyes and a bright, wide smile on his face. And the community loved Mark too, because he made all of us feel like an extension of his own family.
New Merchantville Restaurant Offers Kabobs And More
By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist
The newest eatery to grace our beloved Pennsauken/Merchantville area is The Kabob House, located at 7 East Park Ave. in Merchantville, right around the bend from McFarlan’s Market.
Saint Peter’s Senior Ministry Celebrates Fifth Anniversary
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Five years ago, a focus group was put together to develop ideas on how to better serve the needs of seniors throughout the local community. Today, those ideas have evolved into the Senior Ministry Center at Saint Peter’s in Merchantville, a day center dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors by providing meaningful and interactive spiritual, social and intergenerational experiences that allow them to prosper and grow.
Soul Food Abounds At Ms. Nancy’s Place
Special Submission By Joe Cooney, JoeCooneyBiz.com
Nancy Miller, a Philly native who moved to Pennsauken 11 years ago, recently opened Ms. Nancy’s Place Soulfood Restaurant at 177 South Centre St. in Merchantville.
The spot, right on the circle off Chapel Ave., used to house a fried chicken joint, then a cheesesteak and Philly pretzel franchise, then a deli and hoagie shop.
“I’m bringing something different than the others did,” Ms. Nancy says. “There are plenty of pizza and hoagie shops around. I’ve been in the catering business for 17 years, and people were always asking me when I was going to open a restaurant.
“I finally took a leap of faith and put it in God’s hands.”
First-Ever Mutt Strutt Held On May 17
The first-ever Mutt Strutt will be held on Sunday, May 17 from 1 to 5 p.m. along Centre St. and Chestnut Ave. in Merchantville.
A day of fun for the whole family, the Mutt Strutt features a doggie parade and costume contest, food and music, vendors, pet adoptions, kid and pet activities, and more. In addition, Pennsauken Township’s Clerk Office will be on hand to register dogs throughout the event.
Proceeds benefit Almost Home Animal Shelter and Camden County Shelters.
For more information, call (856) 438-0833 or e-mail PMAC1team@gmail.com.
Clip Joint Open For Business At Original Location
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
As a kid, I remember riding my bicycle with my brother, winding our way down side streets in order to get to the Clip Joint and get our hair cut. We’d sit down and wait patiently for owner Al Segrest, or one of “the girls,” to trim the mop on our heads, watching out for the “Alfalfa-like” callick and somewhat odd hairline in the back. The haircutting ritual was so ingrained in our minds, we could get there almost by autopilot.
Woman’s Club Of Merchantville Holds October Events
The Evening Membership of the Woman’s Club of Merchantville will hold their monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the Merchantville Community Center at 7 p.m. There will be a speaker from Urban Promise and light refreshments. In addition, the Woman’s Club of Merchantville will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 15 at the Merchantville Community Center at 12 p.m. There will be a tea luncheon followed by a meeting, where Dorothy Stanaitis will speak on “Scandals, Rumors & Dirty Lies” from the Colonial period.
Food Bank Fundraiser
The Woman’s Club of Merchantville will hold their annual fundraiser at the Coastline, 1240 Brace Road, Cherry Hill, with all proceeds going to the Food Bank of South Jersey. The event will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. and the donation is $5. Drinks will cost $2 for well drinks and there will be a free buffet. No reservations are required.
The Merchantville Woman’s Clubs have been one of the leading service organizations in the region. Women from our community are members committed to making a difference. Among other things, the Club raises money for local and state charities and scholarships. Activities include monthly card and game parties and members volunteer at the SJ Food Bank and Cathedral Kitchen. If you would like to attend a meeting, or for more information about the Woman’s Club or the upcoming fundraiser, please contact Jan at (609) 410-4650 or janwh@aol.com.
