Mondays
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
April 16-23
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.
April 16 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
April 16 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
April 16 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Wiggle Worms.
April 16 – 4-5 p.m. – TAB Teen Book Club.
April 16 – 5-8 p.m. – Library Board of Trustees Meeting.
April 16 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Minecraft Club.
April 17 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
April 17 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Music and Motion Storytime.
April 17 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Nonfiction Addiction: “The Anxious Generation” by Jonathan Haidt.
April 17 – 1:30-2 p.m. – Messy Art.
April 17 – 4-5 p.m. – Heritage Club.
April 17 – 4:45-5:30 p.m. – We love Graphic Novels Book Club: “The Tryout.”
April 17 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – S.M.I.L.E.
April 18 – Library closed for Good Friday.
April 19 – 2-4 p.m. – Knitting and Crochet.
April 20 – Library closed for Easter.
April 21 – All Day – S.T.E.A.M. on the GO Kit.
April 21 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Mother Goose on the Loose.
April 21 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Music and Motion Storytime.
April 21 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Mystery Book Discussion Group.
April 22 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Mother Goose on the Loose.
April 22 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Wiggle Worms.
April 22 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Teddy Bear Time.
April 22 – 1:30-2 p.m. – Preschool Storytime.
April 22 – 2-3 p.m. – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.
April 23 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
April 23 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
April 23 – 11:30 a.m. – noon – Wiggle Worms.
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. Through June 1st, the Museum will be presenting a World War II Exhibit featuring military as well as civilian paraphernalia. Some of these items include weapons, equipment, uniforms, flags, and coinage of both the Allied and Axis powers in the Pacific as well as the European theatres.
In April, Gloucester County Animal Shelter is hosting a virtual baby shower to prepare for the upcoming kitten and puppy season. For more information contact (856) 881-2828 or gcas@co.gloucester.nj.us.
“Led by Love” Family Caregiver Support Group meetings are held monthly throughout the year from 9 a.m. to noon at 115 Budd Blvd., West Deptford. Dates include April 16, May 21, June 12, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, and Nov. 19.
Saturday, April 26 – 8 a.m. – Earth Day Clean-up at Brandemarti Field at Riverwinds Complex, 1000 Riverwinds Drive, West Deptford. Open to all non-profit organizations in Gloucester County. Participating groups will earn $500 for their community Service. Designated clean-up locations throughout West Deptford, Paulsboro and Gibbstown or your hometown.
Saturday, April 26 – 9 a.m. – Join the 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, April 26th at 432 Glover Street, Woodbury. This special event, hosted by Friends of the CACGC, raises awareness for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. All proceeds benefit the Child Advocacy Center of Gloucester County. For more information visit https://gcchildadvocacy.org.
Sunday, April 27 – 4 p.m. – Spring Fest and Earth Day Celebration at Red Bank Battlefield Park.
Serve-A-Tray program, which is for seniors 60 or older, is more than just a meal delivery – it’s about maintaining health, independence, and dignity for homebound seniors in the community. Participants receive a complete midday meal Monday through Friday, with frozen meals available for weekends. For more information call (856) 686-8325.
Gloucester County Senior Nutrition Sites offer well-balanced midday meals for residents 60 plus at Second Baptist Church, Paulsboro; First Baptist Church of Jericho, Deptford; Greenfields Volunteer Fire Company, Deptford; Pfeiffer Community, Williamstown; Glassboro Senior Center, Glassboro; and Mantua Township Community Center, Sewell. For more information at (856) 384-6900 or email seniors@co.gloucester.nj.us.
Gloucester County Nature Club
The Gloucester County Nature Club will meet the second Thursday of the month, September through June, and are free and open to the public. For more information, please visit www.gcnatureclub.org
Jefferson Washington
Jefferson Washington Township Hospital is located at 435 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road, Turnersville. Below are a few wellness events they are hosting in April.
Monday, April 21 – 4-6 p.m. – Senior Dinner Club, Café.
Friday, April 25 – 11 a.m. to noon – Healthy Living for Your Body and Brain, lower level conference room 3.
Monday, April 28 to June 2 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Basic Yoga Series, lower level rooms 3 and 4.
Wednesday, April 16
Washington Township/Food Bank of South Jersey distribution from 8:30-10:30 a.m., Washington Township High School behind the 9-10 wing of the school off the Ganttown Road entrance. Bring valid New Jersey photo ID.
Friday, April 18
Municipal building closed for Good Friday.
Wednesday, April 23
Council meeting at 6:30 p.m., 523 Egg Harbor Road.
Thursday, April 25
On Arbor Day help the township succeed in its community-wide campaign, Washington Township Re-Leaf. Overall, the township hopes to plant 5,000 trees over 10 years. Plant a tree, or select a spot to plant the tree seedling that can be picked up at its giveaway on May 3.
Saturday, April 26
Bird Walk in the Park at Washington Lake Park with expert birders Marie Hageman and Lloyd Shaw at 7:30 a.m. Bring your own binoculars. Program is presented in partnership with the Gloucester County Nature Club. Registration not required, but requested, by email to: WTEC@twp.washington.nj.us.
The 17th Annual Classic Car Show will be held at Olde Stone House village, 208 Egg Harbor Road. It is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., April 26 with a rain date of April 27.
Sunday, April 27
Milkweed and Marigold Giveaway in the parking lot J of Washington Lake Park near Greentree Road entrance from 9 a.m. to noon. Pick up free plants and join the Environmental Commission’s Monarch Rescue project.
Saturday, May 3
Washington Township Re-Leaf: Tree Seedling Giveaway at Washington Lake Park, parking lot J near Greentree Road entrance, from 9 a.m. to noon.
Saturday, May 10
Super Saturday 2025 that will be held on Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For further information contact (856) 256-7903 or email lcollins@twp.washington.nj.us.
Saturday, May 31
Join the inaugural Gaudreau Family 5K Run, Walk and Family Fun Day to honor the Gaudreau family from 8 a.m. to noon at Washington Lake Park, Sewell. Register by April 30 at https://runsignup.com/gaudreaufamily5k. For more information email 1stgaudreau5k@gmail.com.
Ongoing:
Washington Township Junior Police Academy for ages 11 to 14 is back this summer from July 14-18 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Washington Township Police Department. Enrollment runs May 2 through June 17. For more information email Officer Jessica Walton at jwalton@pd.twp.washington.nj.us.
Washington Township uses the Everbridge notification system to notify residents of important community information such as weather emergencies nd changes to municipal services. Residents are encouraged to sign up for these important notifications. For any questions contact Councilman Donald Brown at dbrown@twp.washington.nj.us.
Sunday services at St. John’s Church, 149 Ganttown Road, Turnersville, are at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. A kids’ church and nursery available at each service. For more information visit DiscoverStJohns.org or call (856) 227-6567.
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. 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 https://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/
