Catch up on the biggest stories in Moorestown this week.
With a new season is coming a new offering events from the MBA for Moorestown residents, and this September, residents can participate in a global film festival through the Moorestown Library. Catch up on everything from the past week in the Weekly Roundup.
A global film festival comes to Moorestown
From Sept. 28 to Oct. 8, more than 100,000 film enthusiasts from around the world will unite to view 10 short films, and residents from Moorestown have the opportunity to be a part of a global jury. MANHATTAN SHORT gives audiences around the world a chance to cast their vote for the best film and best actor among 10 short films. The 20th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival will be screened at the Moorestown Library on Tuesday, Oct. 3 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and again on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. The library is one of more than 250 screening locations around the globe hosting a screening that week, as filmgoers from six continents will have the opportunity to watch the collection of short films.
Former Moorestown resident William Waltz is teaching and preaching
For some religious leaders, the path into the ministry may be something they’ve considered since day one. For others, they always wanted to help others and figured being a pastor or reverend would be the best way.Pastor William Waltz, motivational leader of Cinnaminson Baptist Church, received his call as a foreign exchange student in New Zealand. Following his return home, the 17-year-old Waltz concluded his high school career and chose Philadelphia Biblical University as his plans after graduation. Waltz chose social work as a major because he wanted to help others and impact their lives, like Christ did with his.
Falling for Autumn: new season offers new events in Moorestown
With kids returning to school and the temperatures beginning to dip, come Autumn in Moorestown and a season full of fall-themed events ahead for residents to enjoy. The Moorestown Business Association is bringing residents several chances to celebrate the season. On Thursday, Oct. 3, the MBA will host its 3rd Annual Ladies Night Out. The night features food, sales and giveaways. Also returning this fall is the Autumn in Moorestown Festival, which will bring fall fun to town on Saturday, Oct. 14. The MBA will mark the start of the holiday season on Friday, Nov. 3 with Candlelight Night.
