April 9-16
Happenings at the Free Public Library at 713 Marsha Ave., Williamstown. For more information about the events listed below contact 856-629-1212 or email info@monroetpl.org.
April 9-12, 14-16 – 11 a.m. to 9 a.m. – Teen Take-and-Make Bags: Easter Egg Ornaments. Note time is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for April 11-12.
April 9 – 6-7 p.m. – Introduction to American Sign Language and Deaf Culture.
April 9 – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – The Inkwell Writers Group.
April 10 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Chair Yoga with Relax Mind and Body.
April 10 – 1-6 p.m. – Blood Drive – Williamstown Sunrise Rotary.
April 10 – 1-2 p.m. – Nonfiction Book Club.
April 10 – 7-8 p.m. – Movie Discussion Club.
April 11 – 11 a.m. to noon – Friday Fun Day.
April 12 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Bingo for Adults.
April 12 – 12:30-2 p.m. – New Date – Felt Craft for Adults.
April 14 – noon to 2 p.m. – Lunch and a Movie: “Clue” (1985).
April 14 – 5-6 p.m. – Teen Advisory Board.
April 14 – 6-8 p.m. – Teen Movie and Craft Night: Hop and DIY East Baskets.
April 15 – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m. – ABC Storytime.
April 15 – 6-8:30 p.m. – Dungeons and Dragons Club for Adults.
April 15 – 6-7 p.m. – Tucked-in Tuesday Storytime.
April 16 – 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. – Teen Volunteers Wanted: Library Bunny Hop.
April 16 – 11:30 a.m. to noon – Bunny Hop.
April 16 – 1-2 p.m. – Bookworms Book Club.
April 16 – 4:15-5:15 p.m. – Teen Volunteers Wanted: Library Bunny Hop.
April 16 – 4:30-5 p.m. – Bunny Hop.
April 16 – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Needle Arts Group.
April 16 – 7-8:30 p.m. – Library Board meeting.
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. From April 5th 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.
In April, Gloucester County Animal Shelter is hosting a virtual baby shower to prepare for the upcoming kitten and puppy season. For more information contact (856) 881-2828 or gcas@co.gloucester.nj.us.
Thursday, April 10 – 3-4 p.m. – Septic System 101 for Homeowners: Gloucester County Health Department is offering free training to those residents served by a septic system, Rowan College – South Jersey Math and Engineering Center.
Saturday, April 12 – 10-11:30 a.m. – Spring Wildflower Talk and Walk at Scotland Run Park.
“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 April 16, May 21, June 12, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, and Nov. 19.
Saturday, April 26 – 8 a.m. – Earth Day Clean-up at Brandemarti Field at Riverwinds Complex, 1000 Riverwinds Drive, West Deptford. Open to all non-profit organizations in Gloucester County. Participating groups will earn $500 for their community Service. Designated clean-up locations throughout West Deptford, Paulsboro and Gibbstown or your hometown.
Saturday, April 26 – 9 a.m. – Join the 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk on Saturday, April 26th at 432 Glover Street, Woodbury. This special event, hosted by Friends of the CACGC, raises awareness for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. All proceeds benefit the Child Advocacy Center of Gloucester County. For more information visit https://gcchildadvocacy.org.
Sunday, April 27 – 4 p.m. – Spring Fest and Earth Day Celebration at Red Bank Battlefield Park.
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
Wednesday, April 9
Gloucester County Division of Senior Services will host a Cookie Decorating Workshop from 10-11 a.m. at Pfeiffer Community Center.
Friday, April 11
The Food Pantry is open from 9:30-11:30 a.m. located on the bottom level of the Clubhouse, 408 Church St. Williamstown. For more information call (856) 728-9841.
Tuesday, April 15
Welcome home New Jersey veterans during an honor flight at 6:15 p.m., theater entrance at Williamstown High School. Honor Flight is a volunteer organization that takes veterans on a no-cost, fantastic trip to Washington D.C. to see their war memorials.
Thursday, April 17
Senior Luncheon will be held at senior center, 301 Blue Bell Road.
Monroe Township board of education meeting at 7 p.m., Saybrook meeting space.
Melodies on Main
Melodies on Main will be held from 6-9 p.m., Thursday, April 17, on Main Street between Washington Avenue and Bluebell Road. They will continue every Thursday through September – May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 and Sept. 18. For more information visit www.monroetownshipnj.org.
Saturday, April 26
Monroe Township Community Affairs and Finns Friends will hold its fourth annual Autism Awareness Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pfeiffer Community Center. There will be a touch-a-truck, bounce houses, informational tables, petting zoo, sensory tables, face painting, balloon artist, Justin Thomas – ventriloquist, surprise character appearance, snacks, music and more.
Wednesday, April 30
Flags for Forgotten Soldiers will be held at 10 a.m., 700 Corkery Lane. Volunteers are needed to place the 660 flags representing the number of veterans who die by their own hand ever month. For more information contact the Monroe Township Public Works Department – Deb Bender at (856) 728-9844.
Saturday, May 3
Spring Shred Event will be held at 1040 Glassboro Road, Williamstown, from 9 a.m. to noon or until truck is full. For more information contact (856) 728-9844.
Saturday, May 10
Spring Arts and Crafts festival will be held on Main Street from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The day will feature local crafters, food trucks, and various activities for kids, including a petting zoo, bounce houses, and face painting.
Monroe Township Police Explorers
Meetings first and third Monday each month at 7 p.m., Monroe Township police headquarters. Open to those ages 14-21. Learn career-based skills designed to educate and prepare for a career in law enforcement or criminal justice.
Military Tribute Banner Program
Williamstown will honor its veterans, active duty, reserve and national guard members with military banners from Memorial Day through October along Main Street. For more information contact Anthony C. Iovino at acisellshomes@gmail.com or Dominick Colavita at djc.homes@yahoo.com.
