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
Feb. 5-12
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.
Feb. 5 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
Feb. 5 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
Feb. 5 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Wiggle Worms.
Feb. 5 – 4-5 p.m. – Teen Writing Club.
Feb. 5 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Art Adventures Peter Brown.
Feb. 6 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
Feb. 6 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Music and Motion Storytime.
Feb. 6 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – S.M.I.L.E.
Feb. 7 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Family Storytime.
Feb. 8 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Saturday Storytime.
Feb. 8 – 2:30-3:15 p.m. – Kids’ Crafternoon: Valentine’s Day Agamographs.
Feb. 9 – 1:30-2:30 p.m. – Take A Seat: Chair Yoga with Dana.
Feb. 10 – All day – S.T.E.A.M. on the GO Kit.
Feb. 10 -10:15-10:45 a.m. – Mother Goose on the Loose A and B.
Feb. 10 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Music and Motion Storytime.
Feb. 10 – 1-1:30 p.m. – No Nap Storytime.
Feb. 10 – 4-5 p.m. – Teen Crafts.
Feb. 10 – 5-6 p.m. – Teen Photography Club.
Feb. 11 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Mother Goose on the Loose.
Feb. 11 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Wiggle Worms.
Feb. 11 – 1:30-2 p.m. – Preschool Storytime.
Feb. 11 – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – NJ Writers Resource Group.
Feb. 12 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
Feb. 12 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
Feb. 12 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Wiggle Worms.
Feb. 12 – 4-5 p.m. – TAB Chapter Chat.
Feb. 12 – 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Grossology Feet!
Blood Drive
The American Red Cross encourages donors to give blood or platelets now to help protect the blood supply from the ongoing impact of severe winter weather and wildfires. Donors of all blood types – particularly type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets – are needed to help save lives this month.
All who come to give through Feb. 28 will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of choice. See RedCrossBlood.org/Flurry for details.
Sewell
Feb. 11 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus Behavioral Sciences Building, 1400 Tanyard Road.
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.
Tai Chi classes will be offered on Tuesdays, Feb. 11, 18 from 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Cross Keys United Methodist Church, 1648 N. Main St., Williamstown. Pre-registration is required. Contact Carla Kephart at the Gloucester County Department of Health at ckephart@co.gloucester.nj.us or call (856) 218-4106.
“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 Feb. 19, March 19, April 16, May 21, June 12, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, and Nov. 19.
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.
NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Mobile Unit
The 4th Legislative District will be hosting the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission Mobile Unit at their Washington Township office, 129 Johnson Road, Suite 1, Turnersville from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Feb. 7. Any questions contact (856) 232-6700.
Sunday, Feb. 9
The Helping Hands Hoagie Sale Committee and the Washington Township Education Foundation is celebrating its 31st Annual Helping Hands Hoagie Sale on Super Bowl Sunday. Student and staff volunteers will once again convene at Washington Township High School to build and sell hearty, one-foot hoagies in support of the district’s signature fundraiser. All proceeds will benefit Washington Township families who are facing medical setbacks.
Wednesday, Feb. 12
Township Council meeting at 7 p.m., 523 Egg Harbor Road.
Deadline to enter the Washington Township Public Schools’ 2025-’26 preschool lottery is 11:59 p.m., Feb. 12. Email Matt Pesyna at mpesyna@wtps.org. Lottery will take place at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20.
Thursday, Feb. 13
Washington Township Police Department is hosting a Valentine’s Day Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the township senior center. RSVP at the senior center or call Police Chief Patrick Gurcsik’s office at (856) 589-6664 Ext. 1.
Washington Township Public Schools’ (WTHS) Township Choir will present “The Pop Experience 2025: Dream” at 7 p.m. in Washington Township High School’s Republic Bank Performing Arts Center, 519 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road. This year’s concert will benefit Give Kids the World Village, a charity whose focus is providing a nonprofit resort in Kissimmee, Florida, that provides critically ill children and their families with week-long wish vacations at no cost. For question, email Amy Melson, WTHS director of choral activities, at amelson@wtps.org.
Wednesday, Feb. 19
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.
Thursday to Saturday, March 13-15
Washington Township High School Way-Off Broadway Players set to present “Shrek the Musical” from March 13-15 at the Republic Bank Performing Arts Center. Show times are 7 p.m. on March 13-14 and 1 p.m. at 7 p.m. on March 15. For tickets visit wthsnj.booktix.com.
Ongoing:
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/
