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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.

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The program is available to everybody, regardless of residence. No appointment or insurance necessary. For more information please visit www.straighttotreatment.com

Nov. 27 to Dec. 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.

Nov. 27 – 10:15-10:45 a.m. – Babies Boogie.

Nov. 27 – 11-11:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime.

Nov. 27 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Wiggle Worms.

Nov. 28-29 – Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Dec. 2 – All Day – S.T.E.A.M. on the GO Kin.

Dec. 2 – 6-8 p.m. – Art at the Library: Still Life Drawing.

Dec. 4 – 4-6 p.m. – Game Time.

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.

Nov. 29 through Feb. 2, 2025 – The museum will feature O and O-27 gauge toy trains from the 1930’s, 1940’s and 1950’s. Lionel, Marx and American Flyer engines, with adjoining cars, will race on two diverse platforms. Vintage Plasticville buildings from the 1950’s will further augment the display. Vegetation and auxiliary structures will give the platforms a traditional holiday appearance.

Dec. 6 – 10 a.m. to noon – Health Screening at Gloucester County Store.

Dec. 7, 21 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Sheriff’s Department Child Seat Check at Gloucester County Store.

Thursday and Friday, Nov. 28-29

Municipal building closed for Thanksgiving.

By Monday, Dec. 2

Entry deadline for Light up the Township – A Holiday House Decorating Contest – is at 4:30 p.m., Dec. 2. Registration can be completed and emailed to Rochelle Woodington at rwoodington@twp.washington.nj.us. Entries must by decorated by 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 12.

Wednesday, Dec. 4

Washington Township Council meeting at 6 p.m., 523 Egg Harbor Road

Friday, Dec. 6

Christmas Tree Lighting and Winter Village.

Through Sunday, Dec. 15

Dayna’s Party Rental is partnering with other businesses to collect donations for Toys for Tots. If interested or want to donate call (856) 270-2497 or email rentals@daynaspartyrentals.com.

Wednesday, Dec. 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.

Ongoing:

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/

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