Tag Archives: Pennsauken
A Cleaner Neighborhood, One Piece Of Litter At A Time
By Judith Kristen, AAP Columnist
I love to write uplifting stories, tales of altruistic do-gooders, helping hands, compassionate souls with a zest for living. Thanks to my friend, Arlynne Sammons, this column is a combination of all of that – all wrapped up in one person.
The name may not sound familiar to you, but if you live anywhere near Franklin Elementary, you’ll know who I’m talking about immediately. That man’s name is Mr. Sandy Goldstein.
AMVETS Yard And Hoagie Sale On April 15
AMVETS Post 101, 519 June Rd., Delair, is holding a yard and hoagie sale on Saturday, April 15, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Attendees can choose from American, ham and cheese, tuna, or turkey hoagies for $7 each until supplies run out.
Crafters are welcome and can rent a table for just $10. Tables can be reserved at (856) 663-8950 between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily.
Annual Pennsauken Shredding Event On April 22
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission is hosting its annual shredding event at the Park Avenue School Campus, 8201 Park Ave., on Saturday, April 22, from 8:00 a.m. to noon.
This paper-only shredding event is solely for Pennsauken and Merchantville residents, not businesses; those who attend must bring an I.D. Items for shredding should be placed in the rear of the vehicle, such as a trunk, truck bed, or an unoccupied back seat.
The Abkinah Experience Opens In Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
The Abkinah Experience, an Islamic boutique, recently opened its doors in Pennsauken, on March 25. The name of the retail space is a combination of the Muslim attributes of owners Anthony (Abdul) and T’kimea (Sakinah) Daniels; and the store is the realization of a dream long held by the couple.
Pennsauken Spring Clean-Up And Nature Day On April 16
Because of the inclement weather forecast for Saturday, the Township’s Spring Clean-Up and Nature Day has been moved to Sunday, April 16. The times and locations will not change.
The Pennsauken Environmental Commission and the Township’s Parks and Recreation Department will be holding a spring clean-up and nature day on Sunday, April 16. Held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 75 volunteers will be split between four locations: Tippin’s Pond, the boat ramp at Derousse Ave., Madison Park, and the Burrough-Dover House. In addition, kids will be able to enjoy fun nature activities at both Tippin’s Pond and Burrough-Dover House.
Pennsauken Resident Earns Eagle Scout Rank
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
After years of preparation and months of planning, lifelong Pennsauken resident Gio Marinelli has earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
Pennsauken Native Hired As NCNW President And CEO
The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) announced that Pennsauken native Shavon Arline-Bradley was hired to serve as the organization’s first president and chief executive officer.
“We are excited to have hired Shavon as our new president and CEO. She is an extraordinary communicator, and her expertise in the areas of public health and social justice is impressive,” said Dr. A. Lois Keith, newly elected board chair of NCNW. “She will exceed expectations because these are the areas in which NCNW would like to continue, as we bridge the generational gap.”
Artist Dressler Smith To Speak On March 10
Dressler Smith, a longtime Pennsauken resident and lifelong artist, will be speaking at the Lyceum Hall Center For The Arts, 432 High St., Burlington, on Friday, March 10, at 7:00 p.m. There is no charge to attend.
Smith is a painter, author, and colorist with a focus of depicting tranquil landscapes, inspired by “the beauty of things created by God and not by man.” Her work has been purchased by celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, the late Coretta Scott King, as well as former Eagles quarterback Randle Cunnigham.
For more information, visit LyceumHallArts.com/exhibits.
Pennsauken Teacher Publishes Children’s Book
Lisa D. Swint has been teaching language arts in the Pennsauken School District for 23 years; and after decades of using her original writing to teach literary devices such as alliteration and onomatopoeia, she recently published her first children’s book, “Tucker Took the Train.”
Illustrated by Bill Smith, “Tucker Took the Train” is a fun tongue twisting story of Tucker the turtle, who is taking a very special trip from New York City to South Carolina. This book is a catchy read-aloud that highlights East Coast landmarks and various animal species found throughout the area.
“Tucker Took the Train” is available on Amazon and BarnesandNoble.com. And check out Ldswint.com for more info on Tucker!
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.
