Mondays
Straight… to Treatment
Those who are struggling with substance abuse and have been thinking about seeking help can do so at the Washington Township Police Department on Mondays from noon to 2 p.m.
The program is available to everybody, regardless of residence. No appointment or insurance necessary. For more information please visit www.straighttotreatment.com
July 31 to Aug. 7
Happenings at the Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library at 606 Delsea Dr., Sewell. For more information about the listed events call 856-589-3334 or email info@hegganlibrary.org.
July 31 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
July 31 – 2-3 p.m. – Introduction to Mouse and Keyboard.
July 31 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Truck Night.
Aug. 1 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 1 – 2:30-3:15 p.m. – Thursday Afternoon Adventures Chocolate Dump Cake.
Aug. 1 – 4-5 p.m. – Tween Book Club.
Aug. 1 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Read It and Eat!
Aug. 2 – 10:15-11 a.m. – Preschool Bubbleganz.
Aug. 3 – noon to 2 p.m. – College Admission Planning Session Workshop.
Aug. 3 – 2:30-4:30 p.m. – Knitting and Crocheting.
Aug. 4 – 1:30-4 p.m. – Card Club: Learning.
Aug. 5 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 5 – 2:30-3 p.m. – Monday Funday: Bird Watch Quest.
Aug. 5 – 4-5 p.m. – Teen Art Club.
Aug. 5 – 6-8 p.m. – Dungeons and Dragons.
Aug. 6 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 6 – 2-3:30 p.m. – Jigsaw Puzzle Club.
Aug. 7 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 7 – 7-7:45 p.m. – Spinning Hot Air Balloons.
Happenings around Gloucester County
The South Jersey Museum of American History is located at 138 Andaloro Way. Open from Thursday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call (856) 812-1121, email sjmuseum@aol.com and visit southjerseymuseum.org.
Aug. 2 – 10 a.m. to noon – Health Screenings at the Gloucester County Store, 1750 Deptford Center Road, Deptford.
Aug. 3 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Sheriff’s Department Child Seat Check, 1750 Deptford Center Road, Deptford.
Blood Drives
This July, the American Red Cross continues to stress that blood and platelet donors are critically needed right now to support lifesaving transfusions this summer. Donors of all blood types are in demand, especially those with type O blood and donors giving platelets.
Aug. 3 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Fellowship Bible Church, 590 Jackson Road.
Aug. 6 – noon to 5 p.m. – Eileen Abbott Central Administration Building, 206 E. Holly Ave.
Aug. 10 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 259 Lambs Road.
Aug. 12 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Virtua Washington Township, 239 Hurffville Crosskeys Road.
Aug. 15 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Maturo, 309 Fries Mill Road, Suite 15.
Wednesday, July 31
Washington Township Police Department is hosting a Phillies game watch party vs. the Yankees at the senior center, 315 Greentree Road. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Game begins at 12:35 p.m. There will be ballpark hot dogs, chips, soda and drinks plus popcorn, snacks and ice cream.
Sunday, Aug. 4
Taco Palooza will be held between 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Washington Lake Park, 626 Hurffville Cross-Keyes Road, Sewell.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
Washington Township Police Department’s National Night Out will be held from 6-9 p.m. held at Washington Lake Park. There will be a touch-a-truck, pony rides, giveaways, bounce houses and slides, hot air balloon rides, petting zoo free barbecue and vendors. Call Lori at (856) 589-6664 or email Lnewman@pd.twp.washington.nj.us.
The Washington Township Public Schools, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, will host a blood drive on Tuesday, Aug. 6, from noon to 5 p.m. in the Eileen Abbott Central Administration Building board room, 206 East Holly Ave. Appointments are preferred. Sign up online at www.redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code WTPS.
Saturday, Aug. 10
The first TriState Veterans Memorial Fund 5K Walk / Run will take place at Washington Lake Park on Saturday Aug. 10. Proceeds will support programs to benefit veterans. Contact Roman Kalpas at (856) 371-6236 or rekalpas@gmail.com for more information.
Ongoing:
The Washington Township Public Schools’ Registration Office is now accepting open registrations for the 2024-’25 school year for new students entering grades K through 12.
The Washington Township Veterans Wall of Honor is accepting applications. Please note that eligibility to have a plaque on the Wall is: a Veteran who is a resident of Washington Township at the time of entrance into the military, a current resident, a member of a current resident’s immediate family (parent, spouse, sibling, or child). Kindly include the Veteran’s DD 214 and submit a 5×7 photo, preferably in uniform. Applications are available in the Municipal Building. For additional information, please contact Lori Morello at (856) 589-0520, ext. 2287, or email at lmorello@twp.washington.nj.us.
License Your Furry Friend. Hey neighbors! Mayor Laurie Burns wanted to send out a quick paws-up reminder to make sure your four-legged family members are licensed! It’s that time of the year when we show some love to our fur babies and keep our community safe. Licensing your dog is not just a state requirement, but it also helps reunite lost pets with their owners and supports local animal services. The licenses expire Jan. 31 of each year.
The Washington Saves Lives Program is available for residents to use seven days a week between the hours 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. for a free ride from any bar or restaurant located within the township to their home. If you or if you know someone that may benefit from this program, please download the Uber application and use it during the designated hours.
The Washington Township Fire Department is accepting applications for volunteer firefighter. Become part of a progressive organization with the most up-to-date firefighting and rescue technology in the area. Whether you are responding to the Firehouse from home or staffing a station with fellow Firefighters, your help is needed.
If interested in becoming a volunteer firefighter, visit http://www.wtfd10nj.org/Rec_vol.html
The Washington Township Ambulance and Rescue Association is currently seeking applicants for the position of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Full and Part-Time positions available. For additional information and to apply please contact Washington Township Ambulance at (856) 228-5995 or email brandon.dimter@squad10-9.org.
The Washington Township Police Department is participating in the new Special Needs Registry and Blue Envelope Program sponsored by the Gloucester County Police Chief’s Association and the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office. The registry gives police quick access in an emergency to critical information about a person who is registered. Individuals will also get a blue window decal as well as a blue envelope for their vehicle. These items let the police know that the occupants have a physical or mental condition that may not be apparent to the officer on scene. For more information Contact Officer Nick Schmidt at njschmidt@pd.twp.washington.nj.us or at (856) 589-6650 ext. 1125 with any questions.
The Washington Township Historical Preservation Commission is looking for volunteers and commissioner positions. The volunteer must be interested in history and participate in the yearly events. HPC meets on the third Thursday of each month at the municipal building at 7 p.m. The HPC has seven to eight fundraising events to help with the upkeep and maintenance of the Olde Stone House Village. For more information visit https://www.oldestonehousehistoricvillage.org/
