May 10-17
Happenings at Pinelands Library at 49 Union Street, Medford. For more information about the events listed call 609-654-6113.
May 10 – 10:30 a.m. – Storytime with Mr. Rick.
May 10 – 4 p.m. – Teen Advisory Board meeting.
May 12 – 10:30 a.m. – Small Wonders Yoga.
May 16 – 11 a.m. – Baby and Toddler Time.
May 16 – 4 p.m. – Nintendo Wii Tennis for Kids.
May 17 – 4 p.m. – Lego Club.
Thursday, May 11
Inaugural Charity Basketball Game between the Medford Police Department and the Medford Memorial School Teachers will be held at 7 p.m. May 11 at the Medford Memorial School Gymnasium, 55 Mill St., Medford. All proceeds will go to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Through May 13
Sports Paradise has once again partnered with Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey and Philadelphia to give everyone a good reason to do their spring cleaning. The partnership is encouraging people to clean out their closets by donating their gently used athletic cleats, sneakers and footwear to either Sports Paradise location (2912 Rt 130N, Delran and/or 99 Hartford Road, Medford) through May 13.
By Tuesday May 16
The Medford Township Board of Education has an immediate opening on its local school board. The term will expire December 31, 2023. Respective candidates would be eligible to run in the local election, if so desired.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume by Tuesday, May 16, 2023, 4 p.m. to: Mr. Jonathan Yates, Board Secretary/Business Administrator, Medford Township School District, 137 Hartford Road, Medford, NJ 08088 or via email as follows: [email protected].
Tuesday, May 16Â
Medford Township Council meeting will be held at the Public Safety building, 91 Union St.
Wednesday, May 17Â
Medford Zoning Board meeting cancelled.
Thursday, May 18
Third Thursday Food Trucks on Main Street returns from 5-9 p.m. Next date May 18.
Participating food trucks include Brotherly Love Cheesesteak Spring Roll Co., Cousin’s Maine Lobster, Dan Waffle’s, Empanada Beast, Fit Chicks, Jeremiah’s Custom Cuisine, Just Fork It, Latin Bites, Matty G Dogz, Moocheeze, Pirate Pete’s Soda Pop Company, The Munchy Machine, The Traveling Tomato, and Twisted Steaks.
Thursday, May 25
Lenape High School will host the Spring Art Show – Art, Photography, and Fashion – from 6-8 p.m. May 25, in the north gym at the high school, 235 Hartford Road, Medford. Students will showcase their talents; paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photography, graphic design, clothing and more will be on display.
Deadline May 26
The Medford Township Police Department is hosting a week-long Junior Police Academy Day Camp, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. daily, from July 10-14. The purpose of the Junior Police Academy for kids ages 11-14 is to provide young citizens with an introduction to law enforcement.
Applications are available at www.medford-police.org. Deadline for applications, which must be sent in person, is 4:30 p.m. May 26. For more information contact Lt. James D’Averso at [email protected] at (609) 654-7511 ext. 160.
Ongoing:
Helping Hand Grief Support meets Mondays at Fellowship Alliance Chapel from 7-9 p.m. Meetings are hybrid with in-person at our church facility, and via Zoom Communications at the same time. Additional information can be found at: http://helpinghandgriefsupport.org or email: [email protected].
Medford Township is offering a limited number of garden plots in Freedom Park. Each plot is approximately 25’ x 25’, but due to the large demand, plots can be divided into halves and quarters for those who prefer a smaller plot. For more information on the garden plot program, contact the Manager’s Office at 609-654-2608 x330.
