The township is hosting a number of events to close out the remaining days of summer and celebrate the arrival of fall.
Kicking things off Tuesday will be National Night Out, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the township recreation center. Representatives of the fire and police departments and township EMTs will explained their everyday work at the free event, open to all residents.
“It’s all about public safety,” said Mayor Paul Medany. “We want our residents to meet our emergency services and talk to them personally. Most towns just have an event, but we like to do live demonstrations and vendors.”
Next up for seniors is the luau party – also known as Senior Summer Fun Day – at the township community center on Thursday Aug. 15, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The center will be decorated with tropical items to remind attendees of a day at the beach.
Seniors 55 and up will participate in games and get a free meal. RSVP is requested through the parks and recreation department by calling (856) 845-0804 or emailing [email protected].
The annual food truck and craft fair will take place from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24, Deptford Memorial Park, formerly known as Fasola Park. The upper portion of the park will have food trucks and craft vendors from local businesses selling their products. A live band and DJ will provide music.
September’s one major township event to kick off fall is the 85-and-over luncheon at Auletto Caterers from noon to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25. The township will celebrate its older population with a provided meal and a toast to their contributions. Tickets can be purchased by calling the parks and recreation department.
“Last year, we had someone who was 103 years old attend,” Medany recalled. “That event will have around 400 people. It’s important to celebrate our seniors. They’re on a fixed income so it’s nice to provide an event for them.”
One of the most popular township events is the October fall festival at Andaloro Farm from 1 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12. Its features will include hayrides, live music and craft vendors. More than 1,500 people attended last year, according to the mayor.
Medany, Deputy Mayor Tom Hufnell and township council members are expected to attend and hold discussions with residents.
“The council gets to meet thousands of residents that we normally wouldn’t get the chance to meet otherwise,” Medany noted. “These events help bring the community together.”
