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
May 28 to June 4
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.
May 28 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
May 28 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.
May 28 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Wiggle Worms.
May 28 – 4-5:30 p.m. – TAB Game Time.
May 29 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.
May 29 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Music and Motion Storytime.
May 29 – 1-3 p.m. – Jigsaw Puzzle Club.
May 29 – 6:30-8 p.m. – Concert: Lena Fine and GBMystical.
May 30 – 10:15-11 a.m. – Stay and Play.
May 30 – 2-3 p.m. – The Rambling Readers: A Walking Book Group.
May 31 – 2-4 p.m. – Knitting and Crocheting.
June 2 – 4-5 p.m. – Teen Art Club.
June 2 – 6-8 p.m. – Dungeons and Dragons.
June 2 – 6:30-7 p.m. – Bedtime Stories.
June 4 – 4-5 p.m. – Teen Writing Club.
Happenings around Gloucester County
May 30 – 8-10 a.m. – Movie – Elk Twp. – “Moana 2.”
Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) is hosting “Souls Shot Portrait Project: Portraits of Victims of Gun Violence,” which will run through May 30. It is sponsored by the Gloucester County Cultural and Heritage Commission and supported by Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America.
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.
“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 June 12, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, and Nov. 19.
Tire Amnesty Program – Through June 30 – Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday, June 21 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Will be in the Gloucester County Solid Waste Complex. For more information contact (856) 478-6045 or email dheitman@gcianj.com.
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.
Mondays, through June 2 – 5:30-6:30 p.m. – Basic Yoga Series, lower level rooms 3 and 4.
Wednesday, May 28
Township Council meeting will be held at 6 p.m., 523 Egg Harbor Road.
Sunday, June 1
Concert-FM Band will be held at 7 p.m., Washing Lake Park Amphitheater.
Wednesday, June 18
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.
Blood Drives
The American Red Cross urges donors to keep the blood supply top of mind and help save lives by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. Those who come to give by May 31 will receive an exclusive Red Cross solar lantern, while supplies last. Plus, all who come to give in May will be automatically entered for a chance to win a U.S. trip of their choice for two. Full details can be found at RedCrossBlood.org/May. Those who come to give through June 30 will get a $15 Amazon.com Gift Card by email and will be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards.
May 28 – 2-7 p.m. – Bethel United Methodist Church, 481 Delsea Dr.
June 10 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. – Rowan College of South Jersey, Gloucester Campus Behavioral Sciences Building, 1400 Tanyard Road.
June 15 – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Washington Township Municipal Building, 523 Egg Harbor Road.
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.
The Friends of the Olde Stone House Village at 208 Egg Harbor Road will host their fourth Plein Air event at the Olde Stone House Village from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain date June 1). Artists will create two dimensional artworks at the site and prizes will be awarded at the conclusion by judge/art teacher Nicole Schmitt. Families are welcome to come watch the artists, tour the historic grounds, and shop the vendors. Artists and vendors can register at www.friendsoftheoldestonehouse.org The event is free, although donations are graciously accepted.
Thursday, June 19
Cornhole for Cole Tournament and Family Fun Day benefiting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Washington Township Youth Football Fields on East Holly Avenue. For more information contact kerenfitz@gmail.com or natgigs1228@gmail.com
Friday, July 4
Fourth of July celebration with parade beginning at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. at the Washington Township High School complex. Bicycle contest will take place at 5:45 p.m. in front of High School 11-12 parking lot. Rain date for fireworks is Saturday, July 5.
Ongoing:
Thirty 10′ by 10′ garden plots are now available to interested Washington Township residents, located near Greentree Road entrance to Washington Lake Park. Gardens are available on a first come-first served basis and can be used to plant favorite fruits, vegetables, herbs or flowers from spring through fall. To rent a plot or for more information call (856) 589-0520, ext. 2411.
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/
