Sept. 11-18
Happenings at Pinelands Library at 49 Union Street, Medford. For more information about the events listed call 609-654-6113.
Sept. 11 – 2:30 p.m. – Word I.
Sept. 11 – 4 p.m. – Teen Advisory Board.
Sept. 11 – 4-4:45 p.m. (15 min.) – Read to a Dog: Ginger.
Sept. 12 – 4 p.m. – Build it!
Sept. 12 – 6:30 p.m. – Gentle Yoga.
Sept. 13 – 10:30 a.m. – Small Wonders Yoga.
Sept. 14 – 1 p.m. – The Civil War from a Private’s Perspective.
Sept. 16 – 4 p.m. – Chess Club.
Sept. 17 – 3:30 p.m. – Teen Crochet Club.
Sept. 18 – 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. – Parachute Play.
Burlington County events
For more information visit www.co.burlington.nj.us.
Through September – 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. – 48th Annual Juried Art Show Call for Entry at Smithville Mansion Annex Gallery.
Through September – noon to 4 p.m. – Tattoo Art Collective Art Exhibit at Smithville Mansion Annex Gallery, Mount Holly. Reception is 5-7 p.m. on Sept. 6.
Sept. 11 – 7 p.m. – Board of Commissioners public meeting at county administration building.
Sept. 11, 18 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Country Line Dancing at Burlington County Agriculture Center.
Sept. 12 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Art and Coffee Break – Exquisite Corpse at Smithville Mansion Annex Gallery.
Sept. 13 – 1:30-3:30 p.m. – Friday Forums: Fall Plants/pollinators and geology hike, Crystal Lake Park.
Sept. 16 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Chair Yoga at Smithville Mansion Annex Gallery.
Sept. 17 – 10-11 a.m. – TOBATA by Toby at Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences.
Sept. 17 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Yoga at Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences.
Sept. 18 – 5:30-7:30 p.m. – Introduction to Solargraphy Class at Smithville Mansion Annex Gallery.
Third Thursday Food Truck
Third Thursday Food Trucks on Main Street from 5-9 p.m.
Dr. James Still Historic Office Site Assocation
Visitor Center is open every first and third Sunday between 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., 210 Medford-Mt. Holly Road, Medford. Mindfulness sessions are held every month on the third Sunday at 1 p.m.
Sept. 14 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Car, truck and bike show. Rain date is Sept. 15.
Saturday, Sept. 14
Historical Society Flea Market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Kirby’s Mill, 275 Church Road.
Free residential shredding from 8 a.m. to noon, DPW Yard/township garage, 2 Commonwealth Drive.
Monday, Sept. 16
Medford Township Board of Education meeting at 7 p.m., 137 Harford Road.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
Council meeting at 7 p.m., 91 Union St.
Wednesday, Sept. 18
Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting at 7 p.m., 91 Union St.
Lenape Regional High School District Board of Education meeting at 7:30 p.m., 93 Willow Grove Road, Shamong.
Friday and Saturday, Sept. 20-21
The Medford Business Association will hold its annual Medford Oktoberfest and Music Festival Friday, Sept. 20 from 5-9 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 21 from 1-9 p.m. at Freedom Park, 86 Union St. Considered “Medford’s Biggest Party of the Year,” the event is co-presented by Zallie Family Markets and King’s Road Brewing Company. Parking and admission are free, and the event is open to all ages.
Sunday, Sept. 22
Cars Coffee and Cops with the Medford Township Police Department from 9 a.m. to noon at Roast Coffee Company, The Village at Taunton Forge, 200 Tuckerton Road. Rain date is Oct. 6. All vehicles are welcome. Contact Detective Sgt. W. Knecht for additional information at (609) 654-7375 ext. 132 or email wknect@medfordpolice.org.
Through Sept. 30
The Medford Township Police Department H.A.P.P.Y. program, which is Helmets and Police Protecting Youth, brings the community Slices for Safety. The program will seek out general acts of safety and kindness throughout the community. Officers will provide a ticket for a free slice of pizza at Crust N Fire to those who display kindness and wear their bike helmets.
By Monday, Nov. 4
Medford Arts Center announces its 2024 Annual Poetry Contests. High School students attending schools in Burlington County may submit up to three poems per entrant to poetrycontest@medfordarts.com using “2024 High School Poetry Contest” in the subject line and including name, address, high school, grade and contact number. Residents of Burlington County over the age of 18 may submit up to three poems per entrant to poetrycontest@medfordarts.com with “2024 Adult Poetry Contest” in the subject line, and including name, residential address and contact number. Submission Deadline: Monday, Nov. 4; Celebration of awards: Monday, Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. See medfordarts.com/poetry for more details.
Ongoing:
The Senior Group of Medford is introducing newcomers to the exhilarating sport of Pickleball during the months of September and October. This initiative aims to provide an inclusive and engaging opportunity for individuals aged 55 and older to learn and enjoy the game in a supportive environment. The sessions will include the basic fundamentals of Pickleball, ensuring that participants gain the necessary knowledge and skills to start playing confidently. No prior experience is required, making this event perfect for beginners eager to get in on the fun. No equipment and no cost is needed for this event – just bring your enthusiasm and a willingness to learn! Interested individuals are encouraged to send their inquiries to 08055Pickleball@gmail.com, for more information.
Street light out?: Have you noticed a street light out in your neighborhood? Please help us by reporting this to your power company. You can report it online or call the power company directly! Please use the below links or call today!
PSE&G Report Street Light Outage: https://psegnj.streetlightoutages.com/public/default.html or call 1 (800) 436-PSEG (1134)
Atlantic City Electric Report Street Light Outage: https://atlanticcityelectric.streetlightoutages.com/… or call 1 (800) 833-7476
Medford Township is offering businesses and residents an opportunity to sponsor new banners for Main Street. This project originated with the Woman’s Club of Medford in 2015. Now, after eight years of proudly being displayed, it’s time to replace them. Each banner will include the name of the sponsor and will be attached to the light poles along Main Street. For information visit the township’s Facebook page or contact the Clerk’s Office at (609) 654-2608 ext. 330.
Helping Hand Grief Support meets Mondays at Fellowship Alliance Chapel from 7-9 p.m. Meetings are hybrid with in-person at our church facility, and via Zoom Communications at the same time. Additional information can be found at: http://helpinghandgriefsupport.org or email: hhgriefsupport@aol.com.
