Thursdays
Counselors are on hand at Palmyra Police headquarters, 20 West Broad St., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Thursday for those struggling with substance abuse as part of the Straight to Treatment program. No appointment or insurance is needed, just walk right in and be helped.
Virtua Mobile Grocery Store – 2-3:30 p.m. – at the Palmyra Community Center, 30 W. Broad St., Palmyra. For more information call 856-247-3120 or email eatwell@virtua.org.
May 22-29
Happenings at the Riverton Library, 306 Main St., Riverton. For more information on the events listed contact 856-829-2476.
May 22 – 10 a.m. – Knit Wits.
May 23 – 1 p.m. – Bridge Club.
May 24 – 11 a.m. – Spring Storytime in Motion.
May 24 – 11:30 a.m. – Caterpillar Welcome!
May 28 – 6:30 p.m. – infinite Book Group.
May 29 – 10 a.m. – Knit Wits.
May 29 – 6 p.m. – Book Sale.
May 29 – 7 p.m. – The Last Wednesday Book Group.
Wednesday, May 22
Palmyra Land Use board meeting at 7 p.m., 20 W. Broad St.
Thursday, May 23
Do you need MVC assistance? State Sen. Troy Singleton, Assemblyman Herb Conaway, and Assemblywoman Carol Murphy are bringing the Motor Vehicle Commission Mobile Unit to the Palmyra Community Center on Thursday, May 23 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Services available that day include: driver’s license and registration renewals, REAL IDs, handicapped placards, non-drivers ID, and license plate drop offs.
Monday, May 27
Municipal offices closed for Memorial Day.
Thursday, May 30
When every second counts, blood products can provide lifesaving care. The American Red Cross asks the public to give blood or platelets during Trauma Awareness Month in May to keep hospitals prepared for all transfusion needs, including emergencies. Type O blood donors and donors giving platelets are especially needed right now.
May 30 – noon to 5 p.m. – Sacred Heart School, 102 4th St.
Friday, May 31
Palmyra Fire Department’s annual golf outing is being held at the Ramblewood Country Club on May 31. Tee time at 1pm. interested foursomes should contact Deputy Chief Rick Dreby at (609) 868-1305.
By Monday, June 10
The Palmyra Police Youth Academy is back this summer! Student’s entering the grades of 7th and or 8th for the 2024-25 school year are eligible to be a part of this fun and exciting program. Applications can be picked up at the Palmyra Police Station: 20 W. Broad St. and must be submitted by no later than June 10. All forms must be completed and submitted prior to the deadline. Any questions please call our non-emergency number: (856) 829-0198.
Palmyra War Memorial Committee
The Palmyra War Memorial Committee is actively seeking a resident to fill a vacant Board of Trustee position within our committee.
We meet four times a year and hold our annual Memorial Day observance. We also do cleanups at the memorial at least two times a year.
If you are interested please email palmyrawarmemorial@gmail.com.
Seniors Lunch
The monthly seniors lunch event is held every third Tuesday at the Christ Episcopal Church Parish House, 4th and Howard St., Riverton. All are invited for the free lunch and can bring a friend. A chair lift is available. If you need a ride or know someone who does call SEN HAN Transportation at (877) 603-5111 to register. For more information visit christriverton.org. The lunch is free of charge, but donations are welcome.
Ongoing:
The Palmyra Police Department is hiring and looking for certified and SLEO II candidates for full time employment. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, a U.S. citizen and have a valid New Jersey driver’s license. Applications can be picked up at police headquarters. For more information call (856) 829-0198 or visit www.palmyrapd.org.
Environmental Resolutions, Inc. (ERi) is pleased to offer a $2,500 scholarship to one deserving undergraduate or graduate college student who, at a minimum, is entering their third year of study in one of the engineering, environmental or planning academic disciplines that align with the services provided by ERi. Students are eligible to apply for the scholarship if they meet the criteria of major, GPA and location of permanent residence.
Custom engraved Chief Payton Flournoy Park brick pavers still available. For $50 you can have one of the brick pavers at the entrance to the park engraved with your name, family or personal message. To reserve your personalized brick paver please print and complete this FORM and return it to Palmyra Borough Hall, 20 W. Broad St., along with a check made payable to the Borough of Palmyra in the amount of $50 per each brick paver requested. Forms are also available at Borough Hall. Engravings will be ordered once payment is received. Proceeds benefit the Borough’s Recreation Trust Fund, which is used for projects and staffing for recreational activities.
