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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 17-24
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 17 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
July 17 – 5-6 p.m. – Library Board of Trustees meeting.
July 17 – 7-8 p.m. – Minecraft Club.
July 18 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
July 18 – 2-3 p.m. – Nonfiction Addiction.
July 18 – 2:30-3:15 p.m. – Thursday Afternoon Adventures: The Amazing Race.
July 18 – 4-6 p.m. – Game Time.
July 18 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – S.M.I.L.E.
July 18 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Read it and Eat!
July 19 – 10:30-11:30 a.m. – The Walking Read: Walking Book Group.
July 22 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
July 22 – 2:30-3 p.m. – Monday Funday: Get to know Bigfoot!
July 22 – 4-5 p.m. – Heritage Club.
July 22 – 6-8 p.m. – Art at the Library: Acrylics.
July 23 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
July 23 – 4-5 p.m. – Teen Crafts.
July 23 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Live Patriotic Guitar Music with “Traveling Troubadou Jeff Munsick.
July 24 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
July 24 – 6-7 p.m. – Craft Club.
Wednesday, July 17
The Legendary Blue Notes is rescheduled for 6:30 p.m., July 17 at Washington Lake Park.
Washington Township Board of Education work session at 7 p.m., Eileen Abbott Central Administration building, 206 E. Holly Ave.
Friday, July 19
Movie – “Super Mario Bros.” at Washington Lake Park at 7 p.m.
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.
July 20 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Sheriff’s Department Child Seat Check at Gloucester County Store, 1750 Deptford Center Road, Deptford.
Tuesday, July 23
Washington Township Board of Education meeting at 7 p.m., 206 East Holly Ave.
Wednesday, July 24
Washington Township Council meeting at 6 p.m., 523 Egg Harbor Road.
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.
July 21 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Pitman Road Church of Christ, 500 Pitman Road.
July 24 – 2-7 p.m., Bethel United Methodist Church, 481 Delsea Drive.
July 25 – 1-6 p.m., Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library, 606 Delsea Drive.
July 25 – 2-7 p.m., Virtua Washington Township, 239 Hurffville Crosskeys Road.
Thursday, July 25
Washington Township police will hold its annual Senior Center Christmas in July BBQ and Dance Party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. RSVP at the Senior Center, 315 Greentree Road, or call Lori Newman in the chief’s office at (856) 589-6664 or email lnewman@pd.twp.washington.nj.us.
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.
Tuesday, Aug. 6
Vendor spots still open for this year’s Washington Township Police Department’s National Night Out 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.
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/
