Thursdays
Counselors are on hand at Palmyra Police headquarters, 20 West Broad St., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Thursday for those struggling with substance abuse as part of the Straight to Treatment program. No appointment or insurance is needed, just walk right in and be helped.
Virtua Mobile Grocery Store – 2-3:30 p.m. – at the Palmyra Community Center, 30 W. Broad St., Palmyra. For more information call 856-247-3120 or email eatwell@virtua.org.
Oct. 16-23
Happenings at the Riverton Library, 306 Main St., Riverton. For more information on the events listed contact 856-829-2476.
Oct. 16 – 10 a.m. – Knit Wits.
Oct. 16 – 6 p.m. – Riverton Anime Night.
Oct. 17 – 1 p.m. – Bridge Club.
Oct. 17 – 6:30 p.m. – Boos and Brews.
Oct. 18 – 10:30 a.m. – Parenting and Paperbacks.
Oct. 22 – 6:30 p.m. – Infinite Book Group.
Oct. 23 – 10 a.m. – Knit Wits.
Oct. 23 – 6 p.m. – The Maltese Falcon.
Burlington County events
For more information visit www.co.burlington.nj.us.
Oct. 16,23 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Country Line Dancing at Burlington County Agriculture Center.
Oct. 22 – 10 a.m. to noon – Becoming a Better Birder: Fundamentals at Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area.
Oct. 22 – 10 a.m. – TOBATA by Toby at Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences.
Oct. 22 – 2-4 p.m. – Tuesday Talk: Fall Foliage Walk.
Oct. 22 – 5:30 p.m. – Yoga at Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences.
Oct. 22 – 5:30-7 p.m. – Explore Drawing: Modern Masters: Wassily Kandinsky – Abstract Colors.
Oct. 22 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Zumba at Historic Smithville Park and Smith’s Woods.
Oct. 23 – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Star Watches at Historic Smithville Park and Smith’s Woods.
Oct. 23 – 7-8 p.m. – Board of Commissioners public meeting at County Administration/Courts Facility.
Oct. 24 – all day – Morning Walk in the Park at Historic Smithville Park and Smith’s Woods.
Oct. 24-27, 31 – noon to 4 p.m. – Craft in the Valley: A sampling of Peters Valley Gallery Consigners at Worker’s House and Gallery.
Oct. 24-27, 31 – noon to 4 p.m. – Josh Torrito: What’s Left in the Box Exhibit at Warden’s House Gallery.
Oct. 24 – 6-8 p.m. – Hooks N Needles Club.
Oct. 25 – 2-4 p.m. – Friday Forum: Fall Foliage Walk at Historic Smithville Park and Smith’s Woods.
Thursday to Sunday, Oct. 17-20
The fifth annual Basket Extravaganza will be held at Epworth United Methodist Church located at 5th and Morgan Ave in Palmyra and will be held over several days, so you may choose whatever day and time works for you. Walk through the maze and bid on over 40 baskets! Each is valued at least $50 and up. Past baskets have included a designer handbag, a multi-pot cooker, a shore vacation getaway, jewelry, children’s toys, gourmet food basket, pet baskets and so much more. The proceeds of this fundraiser go to a variety of local and global organizations and missions.
- Thursday, Oct. 17 – noon to 7 p.m.
- Friday, Oct. 18 – noon to 7 p.m.
- Saturday, Oct. 19 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Sunday, Oct. 20 – 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The lucky winners will be drawn at 2:30 pm on Sunday October 20th and the winners will be notified for pickup of the basket. Cash only accepted at the door. 25 bids for $5.00.
Any questions, please contact cheryl@quickel.net.
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross continues to amplify the ongoing critical need for blood and platelets to keep the blood supply stable as fall begins. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, those giving platelets and those who have never given before, are needed now.
Those who come to give through Oct. 31 will receive a $10 Amazon.com Gift Card by email, plus be automatically entered for a chance to win one of three $5,000 gift cards. For full details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/Treat.
Oct. 19 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Palmyra Community Center gym, 30 W. Broad St.
Monday, Oct. 21
Borough Council meeting at 6:30 p.m., 20 W. Broad St.
Tuesday, Oct. 22
Riverline public meeting from 6-8 p.m. at Palmyra Community Center, 30 W. Broad St.
Wednesday, Oct. 23
Land use board meeting at 7 p.m., 20 W. Broad St.
Thursday, Oct. 24
Flu Clinic will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Palmyra Community Center, 30 West Broad St. The Burlington County Health Department will be administering the free flu shots. Walk ins are welcome, no appointment necessary.
Deadline for house decorating contest. Visit palmyrahalloweenparade.com for more details.
Saturday, Oct. 26
Palmyra PTA presents Trunk or Treat at Halloween Fest from 5-7 p.m., 30 W. Broad St. Rain date is Oct. 27.
Wednesday, Oct. 30
Palmyra Halloween parade. Visit palmyrahalloweenparade.com for more details.
Riverfront Seniors
Riverfront Seniors, formerly Palmyra Seniors, is a non-profit, non-partisan organization for persons 55 years or over who reside in Burlington County and surrounding areas. Members from area towns meet at the Palmyra Community Center each month September to June. Meetings are held on the first and third Wednesdays. Doors open to the members at 9 a.m., the meeting starts at 10 a.m., and at 11 a.m., the program is presented. On first and third Fridays, members can enjoy Bingo, lunch and a movie at the community center. Anyone may attend one meeting free to meet everyone. For questions, contact President Barbara Nowicki (856) 829-5341.
Palmyra War Memorial Committee
The Palmyra War Memorial Committee meets four times a year and holds its annual Memorial Day observance. They also do cleanups at the memorial at least two times a year.
If you are interested please email palmyrawarmemorial@gmail.com.
Seniors Lunch
The monthly seniors lunch event is held every third Tuesday at the Christ Episcopal Church Parish House, 4th and Howard St., Riverton. All are invited for the free lunch and can bring a friend. A chair lift is available. If you need a ride or know someone who does call SEN HAN Transportation at (877) 603-5111 to register. For more information visit christriverton.org. The lunch is free of charge, but donations are welcome.
Palmyra Harbour
There will be a trip to American Music Theatre for the Christmas show “Joy To The World” in Lancaster, Pa. on Dec. 12. Lunch will be at Miller’s. Bus will leave from Palmyra Harbour parking lot at 10 a.m. If interested, call (856) 786-0358.
Ongoing:
Custom engraved Chief Payton Flournoy Park brick pavers still available. For $50 you can have one of the brick pavers at the entrance to the park engraved with your name, family or personal message. To reserve your personalized brick paver please print and complete this FORM and return it to Palmyra Borough Hall, 20 W. Broad St., along with a check made payable to the Borough of Palmyra in the amount of $50 per each brick paver requested. Forms are also available at Borough Hall. Engravings will be ordered once payment is received. Proceeds benefit the Borough’s Recreation Trust Fund, which is used for projects and staffing for recreational activities.
