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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
Aug. 21-28
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 [email protected].
Aug. 21 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 21 – 4-5 p.m. – Minecraft Club: Session 1.
Aug. 21 – 5-8 p.m. – Library Board of Trustees meeting.
Aug. 21 – 7-8 p.m. – Minecraft Club: Session 2.
Aug. 22 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 22 – 2:30-3:15 p.m. – Thursday Afternoon Adventures: Oreo Cookie Moon Phases (and taste tasting!).
Aug. 22 – 6:15-7:45 p.m. – Wine Glass Painting.
Aug. 23 – 2-4 p.m. – Drop-in Tech Time.
Aug. 24 – 1-2 p.m. – Cupcake Decorating with Allison.
Aug. 25 – 1:30-2:30 p.m. – Take A Seat: Chair Yoga with Dana.
Aug. 26 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 26 – 2:30-3 p.m. – Monday Funday: Make a Constellation Jar.
Aug. 26 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Super Smash Brothers Tournament.
Aug. 27 – 10-11 a.m. – Baby Buds Hangout.
Aug. 27 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
Aug. 27 – 4-5 p.m. – Teen Crafts.
Aug. 27 – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Adult Board Game Club.
Aug. 28 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Summer Storytime Adventures.
By Wednesday, Aug. 21
The Washington Township Board of Education Business Committee is seeking experienced community members to help create budget savings and generate revenue. Members will be asked to participate in up to six planning sessions between now and December. They should prepare to allocate two hours to prepare for each session, two hours for the actual session and two hours of follow-up activities. Send a resume and/or letter of interest by Aug. 21 to [email protected]. For more information call Lori Reese at (856) 589-6644 ext. 6502.
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 [email protected] and visit southjerseymuseum.org.
Aug. 27 – Gloucester County candlelight memorial vigil will be held beginning at dusk at Atkinson Park, 138 Bethel Mill Road, Sewell. If you have a lost a loved one to substance abuse and would like their name and photo displayed during the ceremony, contact Bob Munson at the Gloucester County Addictions Task Force at email [email protected] or call (856) 384-6885.
Aug. 31 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Sheriff’s Department Child Seat Check, 1750 Deptford Center Road, Deptford.
Tuesday, Aug. 27
Washington Township board of education meeting at 7 p.m., Washington Township High School auditorium, 529 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road.
Saturday, Sept. 28
The Washington Township Historic Preservation Commission’s Harvest Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Olde Stone House Historic Village, 208 Egg Harbor Road, Sewell. There will be olde time games, hayrides, vendors presentations, food, music activities, pumpkin picking, historic trade demonstrations blacksmith and more.
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 [email protected].
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 [email protected].
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 [email protected] 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/
