April 2-9
Happenings at Pinelands Library at 49 Union Street, Medford. For more information about the events listed call 609-654-6113.
April 2 – 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
April 3 – 2:30 p.m. – Smartphone Basics.
April 3 – 4 p.m. – Build it!
April 3 – 6:30 p.m. – Gentler Yoga.
April 4 – 10 a.m. – American Red Cross Blood Drive.
April 5 – 10:30 a.m. – Stay and Play.
April 7 – 3:30 p.m. – Tween and Teen Crochet.
April 7 – 4 p.m. – Chess Club.
April 8 – 10 a.m. – Adult Grab and Go: Umbrella Lantern.
April 8 – 2:30 p.m. – Intro to the Internet.
April 9 – 4-4:45 p.m. – Read to a Dog: Ginger.
Burlington County events
For more information visit www.co.burlington.nj.us.
April 2 – 10 a.m. to noon – Geology of Arney’s Mount at Arney’s Mount Park.
April 2, 9 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Country Line Dancing at Burlington County Agricultural Center.
April 2 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Chair Yoga at Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences.
April 4-6 – noon to 4 p.m. – Alpha Art: Art of the Kellys at Worker’s House and Gallery.
April 4 – 8-9 p.m. – Moonlit Trail Walk at Historic Smithville Park and Smith’s Woods.
April 7 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Zumba at Burlington County Agricultural Center.
April 8 – 9-11 a.m. – Tuesday Talk at Burlington County Fairgrounds.
April 8 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Beginners Country Line Dancing at Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences.
April 8 – 6-7 p.m. – Outdoor Yoga.
April 9 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Chair Yoga at Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences.
April 9 – 7-8 p.m. – Board of Commissioners Public Meeting.
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.
Saturday, May 3 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Third annual community wellness fair. Rain date is Sunday, May 4.
The Strengthening Families Program
Prevention Plus of Burlington County is offering The Strengthening Families Program, a national recognized science-based, outcome-oriented model specifically designed to build on the strengths of youth and their families to address the challenges of children and adolescents ages 7-17 and their caregivers. Dates and times are Tuesday evenings in April held at Southampton School No. 1. For more information contact Katie Patrick, prevention services coordinator, at (609) 261-0001 or email katie@prevplus.org.
Wednesday, April 2
Neighborhood meeting for residents of Historic Medford Village will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m., Cranberry Hall. Two members of Township Council will discuss and get feedback on how to improve the parking concerns affecting the area.
EDC meeting at 7 p.m., 49 Union St.
Thursday, April 3
The Medford Historical Society begins a series of lectures on the American Revolution at 7 p.m., April 3 at the Medford Friends Meeting, 14 Union St.
Saturday, April 5
The Farmstead at Medford is hosting a free Eggstravaganza celebration from 1-4 p.m., 370 Stokes Road. There will be a petting zoo and pony rides, an egg hunt and Easter parade, face painting, music, food trucks and appearance by the Easter Bunny. RSVP by April 3 to RSVP@farmsteadatmedford.com or call (609) 864-6420.
Saturday and Sunday, April 5-6
The Berry Basket Quilters present Quilts in Bloom at Kirby’s Mill Elementary School, 151 Hartford Road, Medford. The quilt show will run from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 5 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 6. There will be a boutique, basket raffle, vendors, scissor sharpening, challenge quilts, raffle quilt, quilt appraisals and refreshments. For more information visit https://berrybasketquilters.com/quilt-show.
Tuesday, April 8
Environmental Affairs Advisory Committee Presentation at 7 p.m., 91 Union St.
Wednesday, April 9
The Shawnee High School Interact Club is holding The Light the Night Walk fundraising event to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at 7:30 p.m., April 9 on the Shawnee High School turf field. The event is open to the public and donations to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will be accepted.
Saturday, April 12
Medford is having a Community Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to noon at Freedom Park. For more information contact the Medford Womans Club at medfordwomansclub@gmail.com. There is a $20 fee to reserve a space, which will go towards the club’s scholarship.
Thursday, April 17
Medford’s Third Thursday Food Truck Nite will be held from 5-9 p.m. on Main Street. Truck lineup on DestinationMedford.com.
Saturday, April 26
Spring Clean Up at Freedom Barks Dog Park will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, 86 Union St.
Sunday, May 4
The Medford Historical Society is having “A Country Day at Kirby’s Mill” from noon to 4 p.m., County Route 616/Church and Fostertown roads. The Mill will be grinding cornmeal by water power. The Blacksmith Shop will be in operation and all museum buildings will be open to visitors. An afternoon of historic craft demonstrations, working antique machinery, and a Civil War encampment will be featured at the Mill complex. Admission is free. For more information contact (609) 531-1825.
Sunday, May 18
Medford Historical Society is hosting a Car and Craft Show from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., 275 Church Road. Currently they are seeking vendors.
Ongoing:
The Senior Group of Medford will host Pickleball beginning in April. The program is 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 experience is required. Sessions are Thursdays at 11:45 a.m. Registration is required. Send inquiries to 08055Pickleball@gmail.com.
Monthly Coffee with a Vet – a morning of connection, honor, and tradition at The Farmstead at Medford, 370 Stokes Road. Admission is free for all veterans. For more information contact rfritz@farmsteadatmedford.com.
The Pinelands Garden Club of Medford meets at the United Methodist Church, 2 Hartford Road, Medford.
The Pinelands Garden Club of Medford is offering its one year, $1,500 scholarship to one or two graduating seniors from local high schools in the Lenape Regional High School District and Medford Campus BCIT (Burlington County Institute of Technology). Any graduating senior is eligible to apply if he/she is planning to obtain a two- or four-year degree with the intent to pursue a career in: Agriculture Education, Horticulture, Floriculture, Landscape Design, Botany, Plant Pathology, Agronomy, Environmental Science, City Planning, Land Management and related subjects.
This is a one-time, one-year scholarship in a selected field of study. The information required on the application form will be used only for the purpose of awarding the scholarship. Major determining factors in awarding this scholarship are closeness to the above fields of study and financial need.
All completed applications must be received by mail and postmarked no later than March 28 and should be mailed to: Gail Crane, 143 Wahwahtaysee Trail, Medford Lakes, NJ 08055.
The recipient and school will be notified by April 30. Arrangements to present the scholarship award will be announced later in May. For any questions, email gzcnj1@gmail.com
The Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT) is looking for volunteers. Spring training class begins on March 22. If you are interested in becoming a DVRT volunteer and helping individuals involved in Domestic Violence, contact the DVRT Specialist at (856) 824-0599 or DVRT-PHB@cctrenton.org. For more information visit www.CatholicCharitiesTrenton.org.
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: https://helpinghandgriefsupport
