Connolly Park, located along Centennial Boulevard, is a 49-acre oasis. Acquired by the Township in 2001, it contains a half-mile walking and jogging track with lights, a large grass field for multi-sport usage, a cricket pitch with synthetic turf, an open-air picnic pavilion and a comfort station with restrooms. A community playground was installed in 2010 and new picnic tables have been added to the park. Connolly Park is also the venue for our Summer Concert Series and Halloween in the Park.
The park is also home to two enclosed dog runs, one for large dogs and one for small dogs, with nearby water fountains and pet waste bag dispensers. Children under the age of 16 cannot be left unattended in the dog runs. The park is open every day from dawn until dusk.
To ensure the safety of our residents enjoying Connolly Park and throughout our community, Township Ordinance 92.21 mandates that no dog or cat shall run at large. Dogs must be on a leash and controlled while walking to and from the dog park. Ordinance 92.22 requires that the dog’s owner must be able to control the animal when on a leash.
Dogs are not permitted to run free anywhere in the township except when in the gated dog parks and only when accompanied by their owner. If dogs or cats are seen roaming unattended, call the police non-emergency number at (856) 428–5400. If the animal appears dangerous or poses a threat, call 911.
All dogs and cats residing in Voorhees must be licensed. For information about such licenses, contact the Township Clerk at (856) 429–7757 or visit our web page atwww.voorheesnj.com.
To report maintenance issues at Connolly Park or any of our parks, call (856) 428–5499 or email parks@voorheesnj.com.
Enjoy Connolly Park!
** Santa Claus has arrived at the Voorhees Town Center! He will be available for photographs Mondays to Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sundays 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pet photos with Santa are available from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Nov. 24 and Dec. 1, 8 and 15. For more information about holiday events, visit www.voorheestowncenter.com.
** The Lions Club will host “Breakfast with Santa” on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Lions Lake Park Banquet Facility, 101 Dutchtown Road in Voorhees. Santa moves from table to table to visit with the children so bring your camera. For more information, call Dennis Hunt at (856) 795–4273.
