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Alexis Richards, PHS Student of the Month recipi- PHS Student of the Month Jamie Diaz, seen here Angelica Negron Belen, Student of the Month Board of Education Member Mr. Rick Brown with ent, with a family member by her side, and Board with her family, and Board of Education Member Recipient, with a family member proudly by her side, PHS Student of the Month Kimberly Nguyen and of Education Member Mr. Carlos Paul Rodriguez. Mr. Michael Stargell. and Board of Education Member Mr. Bernie Kofoet. her family. Middle School Students Raise Over $1,000 For St. Jude’s Hospital Several Seventh and Eighth Grade students from the Howard M. Phifer Middle School participated in the Math-A-Thon, raising over a thousand dollars for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. All money raised goes directly towards the research and treatment of childhood cancer at St. Jude’s. The students had fun and earned some Tina Kem, PHS Student of the Month, seen here Debbie Trieu, PHS Student of the Month neat prizes! with her mother and Board of Education Member Recipient, accompanied by her family, with Board Mr. Matthew McDevitt. of Education Member Dr. Allyson Meloni. Longfellow Students of Delair Students Franklin School Baldwin The Month Honored Pre K Participate in Raises Over $2,600 Students Field Day In Fight Against Visit Cooper Field Day for Delair School got off to Pediatric Cancer River Park an exciting start on Jun. 8. Franklin School held its annual Danielle DeFalco’s Each class was divided into two Alex’s Lemonade Stand on Friday, Jun. PreK classes visited teams for the events. The students 8, with over $2,600 going to benefit Cooper River Park traveled through 24 event stations, pediatric cancer research. for their final field ranging from the Snow Cone Carry to Franklin School became involved trip of the school the Big Feet Relay, provided by with the foundation in 2007 after a stu- year. The students The following are the Longfellow’s Physical Education Teacher Mr. Paris. dent in Mr. Carr’s computer class asked enjoyed the large Students of the Month for May. May’s In the afternoon, all the students in to write a hero report on Alex Scott, the slides, rock wall, theme was, “Most Improved Student:” Kindergarten through Second Grade founder of the Alex’s Lemonade Stand swings, and monkey bars. Special thanks Jacob Saiguero, Ilan Ramirez, Elias Mateo, had an opportunity to participate in Foundation. Milton Narvaez, Kenny You, Matthew classroom activities, while students to our parents who The week leading up to Alex’s chaperoned this trip. Wallace, Lesley Liu, Jordan Granger, from Grades Three and Four were Lemonade Stand is known to Franklin Jonathan Montes, and Maurice Newman. involved in a kickball game challenge. students and staff as the “Alex’s The honorees had lunch with Principal The PTA provided pretzels and Lemonade Stand Extravaganza.” Lewis in recognition of their accomplish- water for all of the students. During the Extravaganza, students SCHOOL REGISTRATION ment. Congratu lations to these outstand- Field Day is always a highlight of the compete in something called the The Pennsauken Board of Education has announced that they are now regis- ing young people! school year! “Penny Wars.” The object is to earn as tering new students into the Pennsauken School District. Please contact your many points as possible, and the local school in person or call one of the following schools for information. “Penny Wars” end up raising a lot of PENNSAUKEN SCHOOL NEWS money before the lemonade stand High School 662-8500 Phifer Middle School 662-8511 For further information about the articles or events published in the even starts! Intermediate School 662-8501 Carson Elementary 662-5751 Pennsauken School News section of “All Around Pennsauken” The school hopes to continue to be Burling Elementary 662-1923 Delair Elementary 662-6164 Please contact Betty Slater, Editor involved with the Alex’s Lemonade Fine Elementary 662-8568 Franklin Elementary 662-6455 856-662-6455 x7100 [email protected] Stand Foundation for many years to Longfellow Elementary 662-9037 Roosevelt Elementary 662-8141 come. July 2012 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN Page 9 Congratulations to the Class of 2012 The administration and faculty of Pennsauken High School are proud to announce the graduates of the Class of 2012:

Mazen Abou Harb El Halabi Domonique Sharif Collins Angel Gomez !*Marissa Leshnov Tatiana S. Paris Anysa T. Smith Shamil Agramonte Aleta Brielle Colwell Alan Gonzalez Ryan Levito Raven M. Parker Eric Smith Cynthia Albarracin Arlan Conrad Jr. Melissa Gonzalez Siani Lewis !Arvin M. Parungao Nikkita Smith Kevin Albino Joseph Conteh Christian Gray Stephen Liquori Troy Pearson Nicholas Smyth Michelle Almodovar Shalisha Jaque Cook Helen Green Justin Little Kenny Pena Zachary Sneddon Dayanara Almonte Shanae Monique Cook Shabar Green Malcolm Long Kevin Pena Dany Son Fatmata Alpha Unika Corbett !*Sydnee Keyanna Gross Kristian D. Lopez Amanda Perez Lati A. Stafford !*Alexis A. Ammons Timothy Corcoran Robin Macalindong Ricardo D. Lopez Lydia Ariana Perez Dajené Steed Anthony Anderson Rocio Cortazar Chavez Guerrero Saidie Liddette Lopez Mercelys Perez Bathsheba Swain Marissa Anderson !Amanda Elisa Cortes Olivia J. Haday Edgar Lozano Jayden Pham Anthony Tas Sweet Justin Anderson Copes Manuel Carlos Cortez Sashana Hall !*Michael Lu Jimmy Pham Reet Taylor Alexander Arroyo Edwin Mark Cotto Matthew Hall III Angelo Lugo Lily Thi Pham Tiera Taylor Richard Arthur Jose Crespo Tamira Harden Elsie Macauley Coker Michael Pham Gabriel Tejada Robert F. Astacio Ronnie Cuevas Tahrea Harvey Ryan Anthony Madden Anh Thu Phan Joyce Thach Tyler Atkisson Marjorie Cupit Mariah L. Hatter Phung D. Mai Franklin Picon !Nancy Duong Thach Zinia Augustus Raven Lenora Nicole Malaysia Denise Ajeé Eduardo Malave Jr. Anisa Pierce Tyrik D. Thomas Alfredo Aviles Darcueil Haulsey Elizabeth Maldonado Dennis Pitts Anthony Richard Thompson Taariq Ayers Alexus Marie Datil *Angela C. Hazzard Jose Maldonado John Pitts Marques Caliph Thornton Lindsay Baczewski Ajee' Davis Joshua A. Heath !*Angela Sheri Mancao Anthony Raymond Ivelisse Torres Angel Baez *Amber Kristina Davis Emeline Hernandez Humberto Marquez Salvatore Pizzo Kayla Torres Diamond Bailey Brian Davis Keith Felix Hernandez Aja Abriana Martin Engel A. Placencia Miguel Torres Krystal Bailey Paige Chanté Davis Nohely Hernandez Antonio Enrique Martinez Jr. Alex Polanco Gary Trainer Larquise Baird Reginald Davis !*Peter Hoang Foday Massaquoi Luis Polanco Alvin Tran Zaira Baker Stefanie Davis Love Hodge Courtney Matos Judah M. Pringle Julie Tran *Jessica Ball Terrance Davis Kyle R. Hohwald Matthew James Mauer Jose R. Quezada Jr. Le Tran Reena Balmores Amanda DeFiore Garrett Horsey Reinard Kareem McCray Maisune Abouharb Rafeh Linda Tran James Barton Crystal Del Carpio Aliah Hurlburt Gregory McKenzie Tiayanna Chanél Randle !*Debbie So Trieu Montel Bass Robert Densley Jr. Cindy Huynh Ariana Marie McKim Madison Raymond Myles Jacob Truitt Telvin Batchelor Stephanie DiVito *Robert Warren Ingram III Jared McKinsey Christopher Rennie !Taylor D. Truitt Erodis R. Batista Jeison Diaz Natasha Antoinette Irvin Porscha McNeill Christopher Reyes Jay Tunstall Isatu Bayoh Julian Diaz-Smitherman Aisha Jackson Vanessa Medina Josephine M. Reyes Jordan R. Ursino Marc Belardo Dalena Dinh James Jackson Kenny Mejia Vasquez Angie Rios Franverluis Valdez Javaughn Bennett Thuy Doan Mikal Jackson Kirsaury Mercado Angeliz M. Rivera Ortiz Angelo Vallejo Jasmine Benns Jhonatan Dominguez Ronald Alan Jackson Jr. Abria Miller David Rivera Christian Vargas Christina Berrios Martinez Pablo Jacobo Timothy Isaac Mireles Miguel Rivera Thalia Yanira Vasquez Julio Berrios Charles Joseph Doran Kyle Travis Jenkins Anthony Mixon Rowe Venezia Rivera Evelyn Alisha Vazquez Patrick Bevins Shayla Drummond Sade Jenkins Aleisha C. Morales *Dominique Roberts Juan Vazquez Abu Beyallah Andre Dudley Terrance Khaalil Jenkins Jimi Morales Fronz Roberts Samantha Mercedes Villarini Ada Bisono Flor Duran Zakiyah A. Jihad Priscilla Moran DeAshia Robinson Stephanie Vinas Shaquille Boardley Janet Dwomor Alianna Jiminián Garcia Jinette Morel Lashawn Robinson Steven Vinas Ingilee Bolorin Corey Eastman Ahmed H. Johnson Jesse Morell Denzel Rodgers Jessica Viteo !Renee Bongala Tyler Edelman Anthony M. Johnson Juliet Morgans Hazel Joshua Rodgers Richard Viviani Jasmine Bradley Adrieana Edwards Kyle Johnston Marianne Morillo Jimmy M. Rodriguez Thao-Quyen Vo *Nicholas Breen Jr. Darryl Emory Jr. !Claudine S. Jones Christian Morquecho Jonathan Javier Rodriguez Vi Vu Quinton Briggs John Espinoza Qabir Jones Bilal Moss Kayla Rodriguez Cameron Wade Koraan Bright Victor Estrella Rachel Jones Marisa Moulton Reynaldo Rodriguez Ashley Waibel Dagny Brito Alexis M. Evans Jaquari Judge Lars Murphy Melissa Lynn Rojas Angel Walker Carlington Britton Joseph Michael Fabrizio Cynthia M. Kalita Monique Muse Albert Rolle Ciera Washington Edwin J. Javier Brizuela !*Kaitlyn K. Faraghan Jennifer Kane Azime Nail Yannet Roman Isha Nycole Washington Alana Nicole Brown Anthony Faulkner Kinnie Kanneh Rafael D. Navedo Kaisha Ruiz Meredith C. Watkins Antoinette Brown Janaè Felton *Tina Kem Vanessa C. Neal Roberto Ruiz Morgan Watkins Taaj Brown !*Yongyu Feng April Kim Jonathan Negron Daniel Russell !*Kristin Marie Weaver Patrick Brust Eddy Fernandez Denny Kim Hung Nguyen Joseph M. Russo Kalyn M. West Paul Joseph Bucher Jazmine Fernandez Christopher Knight Jimmy Nguyen Anewdy Saldana Tyrik West *Nyasia Bui Charles Finger IV James Koehl Marian Nguyen Giancarlo Salguero Shaheed White Andre Burke Kim Bershelle Finley !*Holly Alicia Koehler Navy Nguyen Diony Sanchez Amar Williams Gerald R. Burns III Zaire Fletcher David Koh Phi Nguyen *Cory Sanders Ameer J. Williams Chaneil Butler Olivia Forest Kevin Korn Stephanie Nguyen !*Megan Sanders Alonte B. Wilson *Erin Diane Louciola Lisa Foster Katherine Lam Thanhkim Nguyen Francisco Sandoval Rahmir Allen Wilson Calderon Marquis Fraction Phuoc Lam Tony Nguyen Christina Ashley Santiago Tajeé Wise *Valynsia Ayaan John Frangos Fawzan Lari Tatiana Nieves Stephanie N. Santiago Julian Wright Campbell Scott Edward Frias Princess Lark Carlie Nixon Emily Scarfo La'Shonda Wyles Crystal A. Caraballo Tihani Moné Fullard Alexis Marie Lassiter *Chinenye Obufor Rachel Scheffler Cruz A. Yambo Jerome Jahmir Carmichael Angelica M. Garcia Jamere Lay Pamela Ogando Eric Scott Amy Mariah Young Jason W. Carr Ashley Garcia *Daniel Le Cynthia Olmo Tanasia Sease Essence Young Leon Carrasquillo Cindy Garcia !*Kim Le Erik Ortiz Antonio Serrano JaQuille J. Young Mark Cephas Dimara Garcia Tan D. Le Stephany Ortiz Tiffany Serrano !*Linh Chieu Eric Gardner Tony H. Le Lucky Otchere *Kelsey Sharpe *Kanza Chowdhary Khalil Jefier Gaymon Daniel Leal Joshua Pagan Joshua Simmons Charles Chrisman Anthony Gerhardt Raldayne Ledford *Crystal Pagan Perez Joshua Simmons ! Top 20 in Class Michael Clark Emmanuel Vicente German Christopher Pierre Leon Darrell L. Parham Dajon Singleton * National Honor Society Page 10 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN July 2012 Graduating Pennsauken High School Seniors Received Scholarships, Awards

By Marilyn Martinez, Superintendent Michael Lu, $200 • Howard M. Phifer Middle School — Scholarship-Fall — Syndee Gross, $500 • Pepsi Cola Company Award — In an annual tradition, Pennsauken • Pennsauken High School Leo Club — Charles Chrisman, $300 • Pennsauken All Sports Booster Club Joshua Rodgers, $500 High School held its Senior Awards Yongyu Feng, $200 • Howard M. Phifer Middle School — Scholarship-Spring — • Jain Sangh, Inc. (Jain Temple- Night for the Class of 2012 on Tuesday, • Pennsauken Youth Athletic Activities Juliet Morgans-Hazel, $300 Marissa Leshnov, $500 Pennsauken) — Kinnie Kanneh, $500 Jun. 12. — Quinton Briggs, $200 • First Congressional District Scholar- • Pennsauken All Sports Booster Club • Merchantville School PTA Award — The Pennsauken High School audi- • Pennsauken Youth Athletic Activities ship — Kanza Chowdhary, $300 Scholarship-Spring — Kyle Johnston, Claudine Jones, $650 torium was filled with family members — Alana Brown, $200 • Merchantville School PTA Award — $500 • Pennsauken Zone PTA Awards — who came together to honor an excep- • Pennsauken Soccer Boosters – Amber Davis, $ 350 • Pennsauken Veterans of Foreign Wars Angela Mancao, $750 tional group of seniors at the Awards Kurt Klaus Soccer Scholarship — • Benjamin Franklin PTA — Post 1270 Award — Ryan Madden, • Pennsauken Zone PTA Awards — Night, where over 200 awards were pre- Timothy Corcoran, $200 Tina Kem, $400 — $500 Megan Sanders, $750 sented to deserving students. • Pennsauken Soccer Boosters – • Benjamin Franklin PTA — • James David Hutton Memorial • Pennsauken Zone PTA Awards — The awards were made possible by Kurt Klaus Soccer Scholarship — Marissa Leshnov, $400 Scholarship Award — Sydnee Gross, Alexis Ammons, $750 the generosity of local individuals and Erin Calderon, $200 • Benjamin Franklin PTA — $500 • Pennsauken Lions Club — organizations. • Thomas J. Soto Memorial Scholarship – Kristen Weaver, $400 • William T. Clarke Scholarship Award Michael Lu, $750 Students were recognized for their Wyndam Sports Group — • Benjamin Franklin PTA — — Fawzan Lari, $500 • Pennsauken Lions Club — excellence as scholars, athletes, musi- Sydnee Gross, $250 Crystal Pagan-Perez, $400 • Opportunity Scholarship-in honor of Yongyu Feng, $750 cians, scientists, artists, and leaders. They • The Camden County Bar Association • Eleanor M. Coe Longfellow Award — Hilda & Hughie Stone — Kim Le, • Cooperative Education/School to were also honored for exhibiting excep- — Jordan Ursino, $250 Megan Sanders, $400 $500 Work Student of the Year — tional character and service to their • Raymond F. Wiggins Jazz Scholarship • Eleanor M. Coe Longfellow Award — • Albert H. Stone Memorial Scholarship Quinton Briggs, $1,000 community. — Christopher Knight, $250 Kelsey Sharpe, $400 — Arvin Parungao, $500 • Pennsauken All Sports Booster Club Parents, teachers, administrators, and • Raymond F. Wiggins Jazz Scholarship • Apache Band Booster Association- • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award Scholar/Athlete Scholarship — members of the Board of Education — Darryl Emory, $250 Henkel Award — Ronald Jackson, –Performing/Visual Arts — Alexis Ammons, $1,000 are extremely proud of the accomplish- • Pennsauken Intermediate PTA – $500 Renee Bongala, $500 • Pennsauken All Sports Booster Club ments of the honored students. in honor of Dr. Jean Costello — • Apache Band Booster Association- • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award – Scholar/Athlete Scholarship — Yonyu Feng, $250 Henkel Award — Jaquari Judge, $500 Health & Physical Ed. — Dominique Shaquille Boardley, $1,000 — Listed below are some of the more • Pennsauken Intermediate PTA– • Charles Hosier Athletic Achievement Roberts, $500 • George E. Norcross, III — prominent awards: in honor of Dr. James Chapman — Scholarship — Justin Anderson • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award – Amanda Cortes, $1,000 • Apache Band Booster Association — Michael Lu, $250 Copes, $500 LA/World Language — • American Legion of Camden County Christopher Knight, $200 • Robert D. Orr Award — • Democratic Club of Pennsauken — Angela Mancao, $500 — Linh Chieu, $1,000 • Apache Band Booster Association — Valynsia Campbell Scott, $250 Tina Kem, $500 • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award – • American Legion of Camden County Judah Pringle, $200 • Pennsauken High School PTA — • Apache Band-in memory of Rendle Mathematics — Shaquille Boardley, — Peter Hoang, $1,000 • Roosevelt Elementary School — Yongyu Feng, $250 Willgoos — Emily Scarfo, $500 $500 • Whitesell Construction Company — Debbie Trieu, $200 • Pennsauken High School PTA — • Apache Band-in memory of Rendle • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award – Angie Rios, $1,500 • GFWC Junior Woman’s Club of Jessica Ball, $250 Willgoos — Megan Sanders, $500 Career-Technical Ed. — • David Griggs Memorial Scholarship Merchantville — Stephanie DiVito, • Pennsauken High School PTA — • William C. Davis Memorial Award – Christian Gray, $500 Award — Justin Anderson Copes, $200 Jordan Ursino, $250 Amber Davis, $500 • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award – $1,500 • Carson Elementary School — • Pennsauken High School PTA — • Walter V. Kurkian Memorial Award — Science — Yongyu Feng, $500 • 2012 Brian Matera Scholarship Award Kanza Chowdhary, $200 Valynsia Campbell Scott, $250 Janet Dwomor, $500 • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award – — Shaquille Boardley, $1,500 • Carson Elementary School — • Bernard Kirshtein Scholarship — • Rocco J. Maroccio Memorial Award Social Studies — Stephanie DiVito, • Ann Dillon Memorial Fund Kaitlyn Faraghan, $200 Claudine Jones, $250 — Kelsey Sharpe, $500 $500 Scholarship — Angela Mancao, $1,100 • Carson Elementary School — • Pennsauken High School Class of 1965 • Frank Gail Memorial Award — • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Award – • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Christopher Knight, $200 Scholarship — Megan Sanders, $250 Linh Chieu, $500 Special Education — Jared McKinsey, Scholarship — Alexis Ammons, $2,000 • Speech and Drama Scholarship — • The Evening Membership • Robert R. Nicholson Award — $500 • Robert “Ike” Willis Memorial Angelo Lugo, $200 Department of the Woman’s Club of Kim Le, $500 • Pennsauken High School Renaissance Scholarship — Daniel Le, $2,000 • Pennsauken High School Leo Club — Merchantville Memorial Fund Award • Tom Roan Memorial Scholarship — Program — Jessica Ball, $500 • William H. Kile Humanitarian — Kristin Weaver, $300 Charles Chrisman, $500 • Pennsauken High School Renaissance Scholarship — Charles Chrisman, • The Evening Membership • Helen C. Powers Memorial Program — Linh Chieu, $500 $2,000 Department of the Woman’s Club of Scholarship — Kaitlyn Faraghan, $500 • Pennsauken High School Renaissance • George and Carol Norcross Merchantville Memorial Fund Award • Pennsauken All Sports Booster Club Program — Christopher Knight, $500 Scholarship — Shaquille Boardley, — Holly Koehler, $300 Scholarship-Fall — Robert Ingram, • Pennsauken High School Renaissance $2,500 • The Pennsauken Lions Club — $500 Program — Michael Lu, $500 • The ZB Foundation Established by Jordan Ursino, $300 • Pennsauken All Sports Booster Club • Pennsauken High School Renaissance Mr. Abdul Majid — Sydnee Gross, Program — Angela Mancao, $500 $2,500 • Pennsauken High School Renaissance • The ZB Foundation Established by Program — Saidie Lopez, $500 Mr. Abdul Majid — Kim Le, $2,500 TIRE WORLD • Pennsauken High School Renaissance • The ZB Foundation Established by DISCOUNT TIRES, SALES, SERVICE AND REPAIR Program — Jordan Ursino, $500 Mr. Abdul Majid — Debbie Trieu, 100’s of Used Tires in All Sizes • Pennsauken High School Renaissance $2,500 THE STEPHENSON-BROWN Program — Mazen Abou Harb, $500 • National Achievement Scholarship • Pennsauken High School Renaissance Program — Marissa Leshnov, $2,500 FUNERAL HOME AUTO REPAIR SERVICE (Since 1923) Program — Renee Bongala, $500 • New Jersey State Elks Association — WHEEL ALIGNMENTS • BRAKES • STRUTS • SHOCKS • Pennsauken High School Renaissance Charles Chrisman, $3,000 — JEFFREY S. BROWN OIL CHANGES • FREE SUSPENSION DIAGNOSIS Manager, NJ Lic 2781 Program — Jaquari Judge, $500 • The Asian American Women’s 33 West Maple Ave. 856-663-9633 • Merchantville Masonic Lodge #119 — Coalition Scholarship —Yongyu Feng, Merchantville, NJ 4609 US Highway 130 • Pennsauken Holly Koehler, $500 $5,000 Tel: 856-662-0813 (1 mile north of the Airport Circle) • Pepsi Cola Company Award — Fax: 856-488-9660 Hours: Monday-Friday 8am to 6pm • Saturday 9am to 1pm Holly Koehler, $500 July 2012 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN Page 11 Boys Scouts Recognize Adult Volunteers, District Award Winner and its newest Eagle New Community

The first few days of May were quite Nathan joined in 2011. He has volun- Lawns Cemetery on Haddonfield Rd. Garden Starting busy for our local Scouts. On May 4, teered as the Troop Quartermaster, the Summer Scouting To Grow adult Scout leaders attended the annual person in charge of organizing and The Cub Scout Pack is preparing for The first year of the Pennsauken White Horse Volunteer Recognition keeping track of Troop equipment and summertime activities and summer day Community Garden is off to a great Dinner. Five Scout volunteers from supplies. A bigger task now that Troop 7 camp at Pine Hill in Berlin. The Troop start. Located behind the Pennsauken Pennsauken and Merchantville were and Troop 118 have merged, Jim coor- will also be going to Camp Roosevelt in Free Public Library, the organic garden honored that night. dinated the effort to blend the supplies Elmer in July for a week long camping already has nineteen 6’ x 8’ plots. Kimberly Trost of Pennsauken was and make sure the Troop is prepared for experience, and will work on Merit Membership is $10 per year and is open awarded the District Award of Merit, upcoming camping trips. He also makes Badges and other skills. to all Pennsauken residents. the highest honor an adult leader can Pennsauken Mayor John Kneib recognizes sure that the equipment is properly The Pack is open to all boys Matthew Trost, Pennsauken’s newest The next meeting of the group is get from the Boy Scouts of America on Eagle Scout, with a proclamation. cleaned and returned after those trips. Kindergarten to grade 5 and the Troop is Saturday, Jul. 7 at 9 a.m. at the garden. a district level. She was honored for her Mary Anne McFarland, dinner chair- open to all boys ages 11-18. If you would On Wednesday, Jul. 18 at 7:00 p.m., we years of service to Cub Scout Pack 116, has joined the pack and she is doing man, was recognized for her years of be interested in having your son partici- will have a pot luck supper and ceremo- Boy Scout Troops 7 and 118, as well as double duty as an active Tiger cub service to the White Horse District. She pate in scouting, contact Committee nial planting of seeds for fall crops. her service as chairman of the district parent. was surprised with a “Dinner Diva” Chairman Mary Anne McFarland at Bring a dish and join us as we thank wide Cub-O-Ree campout. Trost also Linda Schpok received the award, and a more serious “Prepared for 856-313-7751 or e-mail cubpack116@ those who helped us get things rolling. volunteers at the Council’s Centennial Outstanding Volunteer Award for the Life” statue from the District Chairman. comcast.net for Cub Scout and troop118. The rain date is Thursday, Jul. 19. For Campout and its annual Harvest Fest. second year in a row. She is the Popcorn [email protected] for Boy Scouts. more info, call Diane at 856-495-2474. Annette Marinelli, Linda Schpok, “Kernel” for both Pack 116 and Troop Newest Eagle Scout Receives and Jim Hughes were awarded the 118. A seasoned Girl Scout Cookie Proclamation Garden State Properties Group is proud to Outstanding Unit Volunteer Award. coordinator, she managed the Scout’s Matthew Trost is the Troop’s newest welcome BARBARA BATAVICK to our group Each year the Cub Scout Packs and popcorn selling efforts in Pennsauken Eagle Scout. His Court of Honor was of Real Estate Professionals Boy Scout Troops submit those volun- and Merchantville for the past two held on May 5. Pennsauken Mayor John Barbara Batavick is a lifelong resident of Pennsauken with teers who have significantly helped the years. Linda’s son graduated from the Kneib came and presented Matthew OVER 15 YEARS EXPERIENCE AS A FULL-TIME AGENT Pack or Troop. Annette Marinelli has Pack to Boy Scouts last year, but when with a Township Proclamation. To been a volunteer with Pack 116 ever she saw a need in the Pack for a second become an Eagle Scout, Trost had to since her son Anthony Jr. joined as a Tiger Cub Leader, she volunteered for hold three leadership positions within K Kub at age six. She became a den that as well. She has been a great asset the troop with terms of six months each, Contact Barbara for all of leader for him the following year, and in all aspects of the Pack. earn 21 merit badges and complete a Barbara Batavick, Broker Assoc. your real estate needs! ePro, SRES has served in that role for the past three Jim Hughes with Troop 118 joined leadership/service project. Trost’s project Garden State Properties Group • 2167 Route 70 West • Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 years. Now, her second son, Giovanni, the Troop Committee when his son was the restoration of the Jordantown Office: 856-665-1234 Cell: 609-706-0050 [email protected]

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This new airline, first airline founded by the Ludingtons, Amelia Earhart undertook another sitting in an open touring car, surround- The Life of Amelia Earhart,” Da Capo called the New York-Philadelphia- Eugene Vidal and Paul Collins. first during 1931, when she became the ed by a crowd of admirers, the Central Press, Cambridge, MA, 1997. Washington Air Transport and later In 1930, Amelia Earhart became first woman to fly an autogiro, a sort of Airport terminal building with its neon W. Sanger Green, “Autobiography of an Ludington Lines, was intended to test vice president of Public Relations for predecessor of the helicopter, but with sign providing a backdrop. This scene Ancient Aviator,” 1976, published in an the airline as a common mode of trans- the New York-Philadelphia-Wash- wings like an airplane. It must be was only the start of a processional amateur radio periodical in installments portation. Therefore, it had to be cheap, ington Air Transport. Her duties admitted that she never fully mastered parade from Central Airport through and later on his son’s web site. safe, comfortable, frequent and reliable. included dealing with the press on the the different flying properties of the Camden and over the bridge to To work economically, the new air- release of news about the new airline, autogiro, however, and she crashed Philadelphia. The report in the Courier line would have to attract a broader and also handling customer com- them three times. One of those three Post remarked, “As vice president of All Around spectrum of the passenger market. plaints. According to Susan Butler’s crashes happened, without injury, at Ludington Lines, she used to fly to Pennsauken Among the most important targets of biography of Earhart, “East to the Central Airport. Camden (i.e. Pennsauken) almost the new airline would have to be Dawn,” this even included flying the Another project also took prece- daily, unnoticed, but a thousand eyes is now on women, who rarely flew and who could airline’s route at least every other day. dence. In May, 1932, Amelia Earhart scanned the horizon yesterday after- Facebook influence family flying if they were won While not every flight of Ludington’s became the first woman to fly solo across noon for her arrival.” over to the new world of aviation. Who “every hour on the hour” schedule the Atlantic Ocean, taking off from Five years later, on her second better to reach women as potential pas- from New York to Washington neces- Newfoundland and landing in Ireland. attempt to fly around the world, at sengers than Amelia Earhart? sarily stopped in Camden, Vice The acclaim of this truly pioneering Howland Island in the Pacific, eyes Amelia Earhart had already been President Amelia Earhart became a flight resulted in another well-docu- again scanned the sky for Amelia VISIT OUR PAGE FOR THE LATEST ON hard at work on convincing American frequent visitor to Central Airport mented visit to Pennsauken’s Central Earhart’s arrival. It never came. UPCOMING EVENTS AND COMMUNITY NEWS women that flying was safe and fun. from autumn of 1930 to spring of 1931. Airport by the “Lady Lindy.” On Oct. Seventy-five years later, people are still OR HIT THE “LIKE’ BUTTON AND GET She had been trying to recruit women After March 1931 she became focused 5, 1932, Amelia Earhart arrived at waiting for Amelia Earhart, and UPDATES ON YOUR WALL. Central Airport on her way to Pennsauken Township remembers.

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Its displays include aircraft, most of Pennsauken residents are looking for- Camden Originally a working mill and farm, built them on loan from the National Naval ward to longer days, warmer tempera- Camden Children’s Garden. 3 River- in 1753, this unique park has been home Aviation Museum in Pensacola, tures and the ever-popular tradition of side Drive, Camden; (856) 365-8733; to the Cherry Hill Arts Center since Florida; engines, uniforms and artifacts. the day trip. www.camdenchildrensgarden.org. This 1995. Now a historic landmark, the The latter includes excavated relics four-acre playpen is fun for children farmhouse was expanded in 1816. The from Freeman Field, Indiana, where But where to go? and families. There are themed gardens, township hosts art classes, seminars, and captured Axis aircraft were tested, and “Day Trips® from New Jersey: indoor attractions and rides. concerts. Park-happy Cherry Hill has 51 a wind tunnel built in the early 1900s Getaway Ideas for the Local Traveler,” Adventure Aquarium. 1 Riverside municipal sites and three county parks. and supervised by the Wright Brothers. (Globe Pequot Press) is an informative Drive, Camden; (856) 365-3300; The Garden State Discovery Need to do research for a school guide packed with hundreds of exciting www.adventureaquarium.com. This Museum. 2040 Springdale Road, paper? The museum’s library has more things for locals and vacationers to facility does a good job of showing off Cherry Hill; (856) 424-1233; www.dis- than 3,000 volumes and scads of videos. see and discover within a two-hour marine life and educating you on what coverymuseum.com. This is a national “Day Trips® from New Jersey” is an drive from many top New Jersey and you’re looking at. 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Email: [email protected] INDUSTRIAL • FLEX • OFFICE July 2012 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN Page 19 PUBLICWORKS Let’s Focus On Keeping Pennsauken Litter Free By Bernie Kofoet, Public also been placed at the entrance to the seven percent. We all have a stake in The Township, through a shared serv- schedule for the Memorial Day holiday Works Superintendent Library and Municipal building. this. If each of us does our part, we can ice with the Merchantville Pennsauken was delivered to over 7,000 homes. If Thank you to everyone During the last three years, trash and make a difference. Water Commission, now has a reverse you would like to receive a message to who came out on May 19 to combination trash/recycling containers Let’s all make a pledge to do our part notification system to deliver important your home, a second number, a cell help clean up Heritage Park have been placed at all snack stands at to keep Pennsauken clean! messages right to your home phone. phone, or computer, please visit the and Tippin’s Pond. Over 2.55 tons of the various youth athletic facilities, as Friday, May 25 saw the first use by the Water Commission’s website at debris and 20 bags of recyclable materi- well as various parks and playgrounds Reverse Notification System Township of this system. A reminder MPWC.com, and click on the “Notify als were removed. The effort is most throughout the Township. Reminder about the changes to the trash collection Me” button on the home page to sign up. noticeable along River Rd. Storm water The greatest difference can only be drains along River Rd. that drain into made with each one of us changing our the pond were cleared of accumulated behavior. WATCH THE PHILLIES HERE! trash and other debris. This will certainly Around the house, make sure your SPECIALS AVAILABLE DURING ALL PHILLIES GAMES improve the water quality of the pond. trash can lids are secure, so animals won’t South Jersey’s best sports bar, with a huge selection of beers, wines, great food and plenty of HDTV’s to enjoy all the sports action you can handle. get into them and scatter trash. Whether Let’s talk about litter you cut your own grass or have it cut by With the completed cleanup of someone, don’t blow the clippings into Seafood Festival Every Sunday Tippin’s Pond, it brings to mind that there the street. The clippings are just another Buy 1 Seafood Entrée is still more to do to help keep form of litter. If someone leaves litter in and get 1 Half Off* Pennsauken trash free. 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The survey found reducing litter. Just as homeowners that people were more likely to litter have responsibility to maintain their into an environment that was already property, you too have an obligation littered. A community that is clean dis- to maintain your business. Pick up the A PENNSAUKEN LANDMARK couraged littering and improved the litter in front of your store. Sweep the Catering by Macaro’s serving generations of families from its original Westfield Avenue location Let our family serve your familywith Quality and Service. overall quality of life of the community. curb. Pull the weeds. Keeping your Transition points, entrances to busi- property clean and attractive just With 4 locations to best serve your needs: WESTFIELD AVE., PENNSAUKEN (75 people) nesses, transportation, and other places makes good business sense. 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The next Household Special Waste Collection Day sponsored by Camden County will be on Saturday, Sept. 15, from 8:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Pennsauken Sanitary Landfill, 9600 River Rd. Page 20 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN July 2012 Celebrate Summer! Grow Local, Buy Local, Eat Healthy By Kathleen Harvey, port our local economy, but also plants need a steady supply of food and and carrots are bolting in the heat, new fresh seasonal crops. Take a page from Owner, Plant Artistry, LLC ensures maximum freshness and nutri- water, just like people. Watering is best seeds can be planted in August for them, bring out your ancestor’s favorite In April, our town hosted a “Buy tional value for us and our children. done early in the morning, just before autumn harvesting. summer recipes, and revel in summer’s Local” event to showcase the variety of If you enjoy watching your own leaving for work, or late afternoon, as Our forefathers used recipes with bounty. goods and services available in our own plants burst forth in a joyous profusion soon as work is done for the day. back yard. We help support our local of green leaves and developing fruits, Watering mid-day causes more water Images Needed of Pennsauken’s Historic Women economy when we spend money with get your whole family involved. to evaporate than to soak into the soil, Glass artist J. Kenneth Leap is the not be asked to leave them. small businesses that are owned by our Grandparents and parents can share especially during hot, sunny days. winner of the New Jersey Transit contest Contact the Pennsauken Free Public neighbors. Now that it’s mid-summer, their knowledge and pleasure of grow- Topping soil around plants with mulch to create artwork for the new Library at 856-665-5959 ext. 4 to sched- local produce is bountiful. While in sea- ing, harvesting, and cooking with fruits, or permeable material made for plants Pennsauken Transit Center. Leap plans ule a meeting with Ken on Jul. 10. from son, locally grown produce will also be vegetables, and herbs from your own will help reduce weeds and retain to use the windows along the platform 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., or Jul. 24 from 12 p.m. at its most affordable. Look for Jersey back yard. By now, tomatoes, peppers, water. Weeding can be a chore, but is as a gallery that depicts women to 5:45 p.m., at the Pennsauken Fresh signs at supermarkets, local farms, eggplants, and other local favorites are important to prevent weeds from steal- throughout Pennsauken’s history. Their Library’s Community Room to have and farmer’s markets. Purchasing pro- growing and ripening. During this criti- ing nutrients meant for your plants. If images will be superimposed on elegant the photos scanned.Residents will be duce grown locally not only helps sup- cal time of growth and maturation, early cool crops like lettuce, spinach, lace borders, along with their name and asked to provide background informa- a descriptive biographical word such as tion on the subject of the photo, and “teacher,” “debutante,” “artist,” etc. sign a release granting the artist The public is invited to submit permission to use the image. To see images to be included in this display. the design of the Transit Center, visit Each treasured original photos will be www.paintedwindowdesigns-penn treated with care and individuals will sauken.blogs pot.com. Celebrate Life, Embrace Faith.

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For those participating 856-547-3407 explains Marco. “Throughout our histo- “We love to hear from our customers the Camden County Nutrition Project, AARP Meetings to Resume in Fall ry, people remember having their fami- about what they want from us. We want Riverview Towers there are still several meal sites open to Please remember that AARP meet- ly functions at our facilities. We look for- to meet their needs by providing quali- 130 Mickle Boulevard, Camden Camden County residents 60+ years of ings will not be held in July or August. ward to creating more special moments ty service.” (Monday – Friday) age and their spouses. Here is a list of Local seniors are encouraged to attend here in Pennsauken.” For more information on Marco’s, or 856-456-1121 nearby alternative sites: the meetings when they resume in the Marco’s encourages individuals to to become a VIP Member, visit their Site hours are from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 fall. 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My speeding bullet were seen more as junk sion and the silver screen. Also on hand thing for everyone.” favorites were Amazing Spider-Man taking up space in your parents’ base- were countless rows of vendors, selling and Fantastic Four, but I also liked col- ment than an actual force of pop cul- everything from much needed back Pennsauken’s Passion for Collecting lecting horror comics and medieval ture. Today, comics have gone from a issues, pop-culture t-shirts, movie memo- Action figures are a true passion for books like Conan The Barbarian.” collector’s item for select enthusiasts rabilia, and action figures. Among the Roman, who has been a collector since Among Crane’s prized possessions: a into a true global phenomenon, leaping countless tables was Ro3Co (pro- he was a small boy and is the proud copy of Amazing Fantasy #15, also from the printed page to the silver nounced ROB-CO), a Pennsauken- Pennsauken resident and businessman owner of over 10,000 vintage and cur- known as the first appearance of Spider- screen, and turning masked avengers based company looking to bring back a Rob Roman, co-owner of Ro3Co and rent G.I. Joes and countless other types Man, as well as Amazing Spider-Man #1, into a billion dollar industry. retro style action figure with their creator of the Warlords and Warriors of heroes and monsters. Another the first issue of the wall-crawler’s indi- A prime example of the increasing Warlords and Warriors line. action figure line. Ro3Co showcased Pennsauken resident has also been col- vidual title. their product at the recent Philadelphia popularity of comic books was last “Warlords and Warriors is a world of Comic Con Wizard World Convention. lecting since he was little, and has accu- Crane shares his love of collecting month’s Philadelphia Comic Con might and magic, where a barbarian mulated an impressive number of with his two boys, Ronny, age 11 and Wizard World Convention, where tens of prince and his heroic warriors battle was a kid. It’s great to make something comic books. Ron Crane, Pennsauken Roger, age 9, showing that something thousands of comic book and science fic- evil warlords and demons of dark old to be new again.” Township’s chief financial officer, has once thought of as children’s entertain- tion fans descended upon the magic in search of the lost warrior The line, which will be produced by over 1,200 comic books, locked safely ment can be shared across generations. Philadelphia Convention Center. king,” explains Rob Roman, co-owner PA-based Zoloworld in time for the away in a climate-controlled storage “Watching my kids get into super Attendees could meet Stan Lee, the cre- of Ro3Co and a Pennsauken resident. holidays, contains ethnically diverse facility. Crane scours the Internet, comic heroes and collecting is what revived ator of iconic comic book characters such “We were inspired by childhood mem- characters with rich back stories. book shows and the like to fill in the my passion for it,” adds Crane. “Now as Spider-Man, The Incredible Hulk and ories. My grandmother used to buy me “We want it to appeal to a variety of missing pieces of his collection. when we look for books to add to our Fantastic Four; Chris Hemsworth, lead action figures at Woolworth’s when I people. We’re keeping it very good vs. “I watched cartoons as a kid and the collection, we look for what they like.” Pennsauken Lions Club Announces Citizen of the Year At a recent meeting, Gibson has been volunteering in from 1997-2004. He also helped as an the Penn sauken Lions Pennsauken for many years, serving as Assistant Scoutmaster for a troop in discussed nominations Central School PTA president from Camden from 2004-2005. received from the com- 1997-1999 and working with the Big In 2004, Gibson was one of the munity, and have select- Brothers and Big Sisters of Camden founding members of Troop 007, bring- ed Jim Gibson to be County from 1998-2004. ing Scouting back into Pennsauken. He Jim Gibson their Citizen of the Year. A huge chunk of Gibson’s time has held the Scoutmaster position for the A dinner in Gibson’s honor was held been devoted to the Boy Scout pro- past eight years, retiring from that job on Jun, 18 at Macaro’s catering hall on gram. He served as an Assistant August 2011. As Scoutmaster, Gibson Westfield Ave., Pennsauken. Scoutmaster for Troops 119 and 118 attended all the weekend camping trips, Smart, confident, high- giving up his vacation to attend summer camp with the Scouts. Six young men have become Eagle Scouts under achieving, self-motivated his watchful eye. In 2004, Gibson joined the District learners who want an excellent Committee for Scouting, first serving on the Eagle Board of Review, assum- Middle School education. ing the chairman position in 2005, a job he continues to hold today. As chairman, Gibson schedules Eagle project Several scholarships are reviews and final Boards of Review, which determine whether a young man available for new Middle School is worthy of becoming an Eagle Scout. In his tenure as District Advancement students (Grades 5 thru 8) at Chairman, approximately 300 young men have achieved Eagle. Today, he continues to serve the youth Haddonfield Friends School. of Pennsauken, acting as advance ment chairman for the newly merged Troop 7 and Troop 118. He tracks the boy’s Call for details: activities and advancements, advising them on how best to achieve the covet- 856-429-6786 ed Eagle Scout. Gibson is married to Sandie, his wife of 26 years. They have one son, Trevor, www.HaddonfieldFriends.org age 25. The Lions Club, also big supporters of the Scouting program, is pleased to have Jim Gibson as their 2012 Citizen 1814 East Route 70, Suite 350, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 of the Year. www.hoffmanmancinilaw.com July 2012 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN Page 23 Pennsauken High School’s Class of 2012 Graduates with Fanfare and Pride continued from page 1 diately following that beautiful milestone in the lives of their loved ones. Suddenly, as if on a perfect cue, mor- over the field’s final moments, casting happy for you!” “Congratulations!” and moment were heartfelt speeches from The conclusion to the evening’s cer- tarboards were tossed in the air, joy its golden glow upon the golden gradu- “I wish you the best of everything!” Superintendent, Marilyn Martinez, emony was probably the most touch- and laughter filled the stadium, and ates of Pennsauken High School’s were spoken with a warmth and sincer- Board of Education President Danny ing of all. A song called, “I Believe I Graduation was official. Class of 2012. ity that was truly heart-felt and most O’Brien, Principal Dennis M. Vinson, Can Fly” was performed beautifully by The sun above also added to the end Now… watch them fly. appreciated. as well as those jubilant, hope-filled, Zinia Augustus and Amber Davis. of a most perfect day by coming to rest As the graduates walked onto the and high-spirited class representative “I believe I can fly. I believe I can stadium field, the sweet melodic presentations from PHS Vice touch the sky.” sounds of “Pomp and Circumstance” President of Activities Valynsia The magic of the words in that song were played by the school’s concert Campbell-Scott, President of Student soon took over and each and every band, and many an eye was filled with Government Tina Kem, Valedictorian class member started to sing along with emotion. Family and friends watched Linh Chieu, Class President Sydnee Zinia and Amber, as did every person as the young men, dressed in brilliant Gross, Salutatorian Angela Mancao, sitting in the stands and those watching The Family Haircutters red caps and gowns, and the young Student Body Speaker Kristin Weaver, from along the sidelines of the stadium 107 South Centre Street women, adorned in a beautiful sky and Class Secretary Paige Davis. grounds. Even several members of the in Historic Merchantville blue, took their official ceremony seats. After those speeches came the police force and school security were 662-9896 There was a bit of laughter among the moment everyone in attendance had so touched that they sang along as well. crowd as one enthusiastic male student been waiting for, the awarding of diplo- It was just one of those perfect “42 years in the Joint and still going strong...luv my job” was so overjoyed that he did a cart- mas to each and every member of moments in time, witnessing over one Clip Joint Al & The Girls, Jackie, Alexis, Laurie & Chris wheel and a back flip en route to his Pennsauken High School’s Class of 2012. thousand people singing and swaying seat without the slightest moment’s dis- The lovely deep blue, gold- to such beautiful words of promise. ruption in the line’s procedure. embossed presentation folder was Then, as the song ended, and a When each of the four hundred and handed to each smiling student by farewell was spoken by Class Secretary $2.00 Off Haircut thirteen students was seated, the offi- Senior Advisors Ebony Kinder and Paige Davis, a seamless transfer of the With coupon cial graduation program began. “The Stacie Leatherwood. class flag took place from the Class Star Spangled Banner” was sung by The applause from those in atten- President of 2012 Kadijah Cunning - members of the Pennsauken High dance was an uproar born of happiness ham to the Class President of 2013 THE BEST LITTLE HAIRHOUSE IN TOWN! 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July Library Events inBooks Summer Learning at For Ages 0-2 monsters for a scarily good time. PENNSAUKEN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY • Babytime – Fridays – 10:30 a.m. • Graffiti Artists – Friday 7/27 – The Pennsauken Free Public Library First we start with a 15-minute 4 p.m. Learn about the art of graf- series of rhymes and stories for fiti and create your own graffiti art During the summer, many of you encourage and support all of our Growing Through Reading our smallest patrons. Then we on discarded library chairs. bring your children to the library to younger patrons, allowing them to As children get older, the library pro- move into more active rhymes complete required summer reading, receive support from adults who are vides personal “firsts.” It will be the for our movers. For Ages 12+ but what you will find here is so much not their parents. For our youngest place they find the first book they enjoy • Yoga (Ages 15+) – Monday 7/2 & more! We have daily programs for all patrons the library may be the first reading over and over again. They may For Ages 3-5 7/16 – 7 p.m. ages and a supportive, encouraging place they see, feel, and hear a book discover their favorite author. They • PJ Storyhour – Mondays – 6 p.m. • Manga Club – Friday 7/6 & 7/20 – reading and learning environment. being read to them. It may also be may make new connections to the Come in your PJs and join us for 4 p.m. Calendars are currently available where they first walk or first make new world. They may learn about them- some stories and a craft before • Full Moon Book Club – Monday online at pennsaukenlibrary.org, or in friends. For many families the library selves or others and find that they have bedtime. 7/9 – 3 p.m. We will be discussing the library at the Youth Services Desk. holds a special place in their heart. strengths they never knew they had. • Sleepyhead Storyhour – Tuesdays “Never Cry Werewolf” by Heather Most programs are drop-in programs, Programs for ages 3-5 and 6-8 focus Children can also be empowered by – 10 a.m. Did you sleep in? Feel Davis. See Miss Colleen ASAP to where we accommodate patrons on a on helping children develop their read- providing service in the library and free to come in your PJ’s and join get a copy of the book. first come, first serve basis. ing skills. By talking, singing, reading, input into the books and movies they us for stories and crafts to start • Nightmare Face Off – Friday 7/13 writing and playing we make sure every would like to see purchased. The cre- your day. – 4 p.m. Turn your friends into Programs child is ready to read. Our most popular ative activities provided over the sum- monsters for a scarily good time. During Babytime, held Fridays at program is Reading Buddies. Be sure to mer, as well as the structured reading For Ages 6-8 • Graffiti Artists – Friday 7/27 – 10:30 am, we foster positive family com- sign your child up and if you can help program, help all children learn about • Reading Buddies – Thursdays – 4 p.m. Learn about the art of munication while enjoying singing, out by volunteering to read to another constructive use of times and bound- 7 p.m. You must pre-register for graffiti and create your own graffiti playing, and reading. Our librarians child aries. this program at the Youth Services art on discarded library chairs. When children become adolescents, Desk. they have the opportunity to showcase • Night Shivers – Wednesday 7/11– For Adults their talents at the library while they Enroll your child now for Vacation Bible School! 5 p.m. Explore the scary side of • Arcade Action – Saturday 7/28 – continue to discover and develop their nighttime and conquer your fears 11 a.m. own personal identity. Whether they by creating your own scary creature. • Book Club – Thurs., 7/5 – 10:15 a.m. are into Manga, band, theatre, video • “Fireflies” – Wednesday 7/25 – • Graphic Novel Society – games, reading, or athletics, there is 4 p.m. Learn about these magnifi- Wednesday 7/25 – 6:30 p.m. something for everyone in the library. cent night creatures and create • Library Board Meeting – Monday The variety of books found in the your own firefly jar. young adult collection allows adoles- Computer Classes cents to test themselves, push bound- For Ages 9-11 • Basic Computer Skills 1 – Tuesday aries, and discover what they are com- • Night Shivers – Wednesday 7/11– 7/10 – 8:30 a.m. fortable with. 5 p.m. Explore the scary side of • Basic Computer Skills 2 – As teens move on to college and nighttime and conquer your fears Thursday 7/12 – 8:30 a.m. Aenean a magna vel pede vestibulum become adults, the library becomes a rhoncus. Nulla cursus orci quis tortor. by creating your own scary crea- • Excel Part 1 – Monday 7/23 – place of supplemental activity. Sadly, ture. 7 p.m. some may not return until they have • Yoga – Wednesday 7/18 – 7 p.m. • Excel Part 2 – Monday 7/30 – their own children but it will be their Registration is recommended for 7 p.m. childhood memories of the library this program but not required. • Library Books on Your Kindle – July 16-20 that bring them back. With your sup- Register through our online event Wednesday 7/11 – 6:30 p.m. port, we will always be here for you and calendar: www.pennsaukenlibrary. • Library Books on Your Nook – your family. org/events.cfm. Wednesday 7/25 – 6:30 p.m. You and your family can track your • Nightmare Face Off – Friday 7/13 7/23 – 6 p.m. summer reading by visiting https:// – 4 p.m. Turn your friends into nj.evanced.info/pennsauken/sr/home- Grace Episcopal Church page.asp. 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2012 Consumer Confidence Report Stay Informed! Sign Up To Be Notified By The MPWC! We are pleased to report that during committed to delivering the best quali- the past year, the water delivered to ty drinking water. We remain vigilant in The Merchantville-Pennsauken Water hydrant flushing. your home or business complied with meeting the challenges of source water Commission now offers a notification We now have the capability to notify or exceeded all state and federal drink- protection, water conservation, and system to help keep our customers customers via email, text message or ing water requirements. community education, while continu- informed of water emergencies and telephone message. The 2012 Consumer Confidence ing to serve the needs of all our water other events in the area. If you would like to be included in Report has been mailed to all of our users. If you have not received your There are times when service in your these notifications, please visit our web- customers. This edition covers all testing CCR Report, please contact our main area may be temporarily impacted by site at www.mpwc.com and click on the completed from January through office to obtain a copy. You can also events, such as water main breaks and “Notify Me” button. December 2011. We are proud to view a copy on our website at inform you that our compliance with all www.mpwc.com in the “Water state and federal drinking water laws Quality” section. remains exemplary. As always, we are IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR REMOTE READ DEVICES If you have a remote device on the ex terior of your property that allows us to read your water meter, we need to verify that it is ATTENTION CUSTOMERS work ing properly and recording your water usage accurately. The MPWC will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 in observance of Independence Day. Recent issues with the remotes have caused inaccurate readings and higher customer bills. IF YOU HAVE A WATER EMERGENCY, Please help us keep your readings accurate PLEASE CALL 856-663-0044. and costs as low as possible.

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The Merchantville-Pennsauken Water Commission meets on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. MERCHANTVILLE – PENNSAUKEN WATER COMMISSION 6751 Westfield Avenue, Pennsauken, NJ 08110, 856-663-0043 These meetings are open to the public and are now www.mpwc.com being held at 6751 Westfield Avenue, Pennsauken.

Questions about your service? Michael A. Saraceni, COO • Jeffrey Whalen, Superintendent Call 663-0043 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mr. Bernhard Kofoet, President • Mrs. Regina Davis, Vice President • Mr. Patrick Brennan, Secretary emergencies – call 663-0045 anytime. Mr. G. Burton German, Treasurer • Ms. Kelly Killion, Ass’t Secretary/Treasuer July 2012 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN Page 27 MYSTERYMUNCHERS The Mystery Munchers Do Lunch At Bobby Ray’s By Chick N. Gumbo sandwich was an excellent blend of The owner, Bobby Ray Harris, came We enjoyed our lunch at Bobby Munchers sent you! We heard that Bobby Ray’s had a avocado and turkey. Mari chimed in, over to chat with us. Bobby stressed their Ray’s. We think you will like it too. They Bobby Ray’s new luncheon menu so we decided to “This is delicious.” Terri MaSue’s delicate burgers are never frozen. They purchase have a great lunch menu. They serve din- 6324 Westfield Avenue do lunch. stomach wouldn’t take the chipotle the meat a few times a week in small ners, featuring pasta, steaks, chicken and Pennsauken 856-356-2072 Sunday through Wednesday: Cassie Roll, who was hungry, said, sauce. I didn’t taste it because I had quantities so the burgers are always fresh seafood. Bobby Ray’s also caters private 11a.m. to 2 a.m. “Let’s start with appetizers from the ordered the award winning crab cake and tasty. He also advised that everything parties and feature two outside decks. Thursday, Friday and Saturday: Shorty Sampler. We can pick three and sandwich and was too busy scoffing it is prepared on site by his chefs. When you go, please say the 11a.m. to 3 a.m. a get a half serving of each.” down. Bobby Ray’s crab cake sandwich Her choice was clams casino. They had was chosen in 2012 as the best in South a lot of “zip” to them and were tasty. I Jersey. It was perfectly seasoned and said, “Shall we try crab stuffed shrimp?” very good. There were French fries on First Presbyterian Church of Merchantville Oh yes, they all wanted that. The shrimp the side. Terri MaSue said, “These fries was stuffed with sautéed crab imperial are so good but I have to watch how served with a blush sauce. Very yummy. many I eat.” Cassie replied, “It’s a good Terri MaSue chose bacon wrapped thing the rest of us don’t feel that way Youare shrimp. She said, “The shrimp are huge! because we can finish them off!” And They are excellent, wrapped in very that we did. crisp bacon.” Mari Nated added, “They Terri ordered a cheese steak. The welcome have a nice crunch to them.” We all steak was sliced and grilled, topped agreed this was our favorite item of the with American cheese and served on a Shorty Sampler. It takes a lot for all of fresh baked roll with lettuce and toma- us to agree on anything so the bacon to. She had no trouble sharing that here! wrapped shrimp should be something sandwich. We all highly recommend everyone would enjoy. Bobby Ray’s cheese steak. 10 W. Maple Avenue After eating the sampler, we were Mari Nated was babysitting her grand- Merchantville, NJ already quite full, but we all ordered son so he joined us for lunch. Frenchy Fry (856) 662-6252 different sandwiches to share. is a very well behaved little boy. He fpcmerchantville.com Mari Nated enjoyed a turkey club, ordered a grilled cheese and French fries served with pickles and coleslaw. We all from the kid’s menu. He ate it all. liked that. Cassie Roll decided on a If you are feeling adventurous, turkey avocado sandwich. Thin sliced maybe you will want to try the WORSHIP TIMES house roasted turkey with guacamole, “Moohey, Suey, Mashed and Chewy” SUMMER SCHEDULE WITH ONE SERVICE AT 10AM avocado, lettuce, tomato and Swiss burger. It is a half-pound of beef, Nursery is available. cheese, served with a light chipotle sauce topped with tangy pork roll, tasty There is no Sunday School during the summer months. on a grilled roll. Cassie Roll was very mashed potatoes, covered with cheese Summer schedule continues until September 16th when we will impressed with the tableware and said, and homemade barbeque sauce with return to our regular 2 service schedule. “Look at these dishes!” She also said her lettuce and tomato. UPCOMING EVENTS Community Picnic August 11th at 3 PM

Our Quality Healthcare Units provide skilled nursing, medical and Vacation Bible School rehabilitative care for patients and residents. Whether you’re here for a August 13 – 17 from 6 to 8:15 PM. short stay or an extended period, our Clinical Care Teams are focused Ages Pre-K to 5th grade. on implementing your personalized care program to facilitate your Check website for sign up info recovery and improve your well-being. Services • Occupational & speech therapy • 24-hour skilled nursing • Respite care • Dedicated Physician leadership • Mi Casa Su Casa Program • Attending physician Amenities • Discharge planning Beauty salon / barber service “Gold Mining in the Pit of Sorrow” • Case management Telephone/ Television by Rev. Dr. William Gaskill • Organized events • Individual treatment plans Read Pastor Bill’s new book. • Nutritional needs management For more information visit www.fpcmerchantville.com • Coordinated transportation and click on the “Book” tab! • Cultural, educational, religious and social activities • Physical therapy WEEKLY THRIFT SHOP: every Monday from 10AM - 1PM (September thru May) COOPER RIVER WEST DEACON’S MINISTRY: for those in need of compassionate care. North Park Drive & Browning Road Pennsauken, NJ 856-665-8844 Come See the Great Work God is doing at First Presbyterian Church in Merchantville Page 28 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN July 2012 Merchantville Masonic Lodge Travels to Florida to Honor Veterans Saint Stephen’s “Invention Convention” Helps Foster Creative Thinking In Students, At 2:00 a.m. on Friday, Apr. 20, a the Vietnam War. contingent of Freemasons from Veteran John J. Moy and his wife Passion For Science Merchantville Masonic Lodge #119, F. Betty also placed a wreath in memory of and A.M. departed from the Lodge her brother, Private First Class James D. A solar-powered traffic light with a parking lot for a trip to Melbourne, Hagelstein, whose name is among the built-in camera, a safety suit for cyclists, Florida to take part in the 25th annual thousands of his brave comrades and a “Butler Bot” that holds items Vietnam, and All Veterans, Reunion. inscribed upon the Wall. while you have your hands full. These Half of the members, who are veter- This was the second such trip in the are just some of the items created by ans, their spouses and other members last six months that the Masonic Lodge students for Saint Stephen’s “Invention of the Lodge, visited the Vietnam has held to honor our fallen veterans. On Convention,” a school-wide science fair. Traveling Wall and other memorials Oct. 22, 2011, the Masonic Lodge, under Students from kindergarten to from World War I and II, Korea, Iraq, the direction of Retired Pennsauken eighth grade channeled their inner Afghanistan, 9-11, as well as the Hero Police Captain Ray Taylor, Sr., Einstein to create inventions for the K-9’s of Past Wars and Conflicts. Worshipful Master James D. Choyinski, fair. Each grade level had its own theme The Lodge brethren placed several as well as Most Worshipful William L. for the “Invention Convention.” For wreaths, donated by the Members of Morris, grand master of the Grand example, kindergartners created scenes Merchantville Lodge and Crescent Lodge of State of New Jersey, traveled from one of three natural habitats, Shrine Motor Cycle Corp, at the to Arlington National Cemetery, where shaping animals out of clay and color- memorial in honor of the servicemen the they were permitted to place a ing pictures for display at the fair. and women from Pennsauken and wreath directly upon the Tomb of the Fourth and fifth graders shared a com- Merchantville Masonic Lodge #119 Merchantville who made the ultimate Unknowns, previously known as the placed several wreaths at a traveling bined theme, creating inventions that sacrifice in the name of freedom, as well Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This spe- memorial in honor of the servicemen would benefit a student, athlete or as to a special unit of Marines where 18 cial presentation, usually reserved for and women who made the ultimate worker. After several weeks of hard of the 24 platoon members on patrol dignitaries such as the president of the sacrifice in the name of freedom. work, students proudly displayed their perished during a firefight in Vietnam United States, was arranged by Colonel projects for their parents and fellow more than 40 years ago. Their names Jack Lechner, Jr., commander of the activities and community service initia- classmates. are inscribed upon the Traveling Wall, Honor Guard at Arlington, member of tives, visit www.merchantvillelodge119 or The “Invention Convention” helped Morgan Schuler, age 10, at Saint Stephen’s “Invention Convention.” which is a replica of the one in Merchantville Lodge and former area contact R.W. Ray Taylor, Sr., P.G.C., to intellectually challenge the students, Schuler created a safety suit to help Washington D.C. honoring our service- resident of Merchantville. administrative secretary, at 856-663-1719. encourage creative thinking and help cyclists share the roads with cars and men and women who lost their lives in For more information the Lodge’s inspire a love of science. other vehicles. TempTempleT plepl LuthLLutheranherh rana ChChurchhurchhh VacationVVaacation BBibleible SSchoolchool Date:Date: Sunday,Sunday, JulyJuly 8th – 12th Time:Time: 6 – 8:30pm Ages: 3(and3(and ppottyottttyy tr ratrained!)ainai ed!) t oto 5th 5th gr ragradeade RegisterationRegisteration onlineonline at: www.templelutheranchurch.comwww templelutherraranchurrch com 5600 N.N Route 130 (Rt. 130 & Merchantville Ave) Summer Worship Services Pennsauken, NJ 08109 856-663-7783 Sundays @ 10:00 am [email protected] OurOur Mission:Mi To be an oasis of nuture and grace in Office Hours: Mon-Thurs 10 - 2 ththee namename of Jesus Christ for all peopeople.ople. The Reverend MargMargaretaret Marks Visit us at www.templelutheranchurch.comwww.templelutheranchurch.com also on Facebook! July 2012 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN Page 29 Carson Students Share Pennsauken, United States, With Friends from England By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor Beaver. The rest of the itinerary included a “It’s fantastic to learn about each impact on our learning.” ed language arts teacher at Carson. In 2009, the gifted program at Carson historic walking tour through the streets of other’s cultures and realize how many “We’ve been very fortunate over the “We’re excited to continue the pro- Elementary School started a distance Philadelphia; a behind-the-scenes tour of similarities there are,” says Swanton. past three years to have the opportuni- gram, and hope to visit Hindsford in the learning program with Hindsford CE the famous Aunt Charlotte’s; experiencing “We enjoy sharing lessons with the ty to video conference with this fine future.” Primary School in Manchester, America’s favorite pastime at a Trenton Carson students. It has a massive school,” adds Francine Eisenmann, gift- England, interacting via video confer- Thunder game; and encing with students and teachers from eating breakfast at across the Atlantic. Faculty and stu- Pennsauken’s iconic dents from Carson School recently wel- Penn Queen Diner. comed some of their friends from This year’s visit “across the pond” for a second time helps to highlight the since the program’s inception, showcas- immense value of the ing a taste of Americana and some program, which not Pennsauken hospitality. only enhances learn- The visit began with a dinner at the ing, but also gives Pennsauken Country Club, welcoming young people a better Hindsford teachers Sharon Swanton and understand of the Francine Eisenmann and Nancy Tryon from Carson Lisa Walker, as well as students Kadi-Lea larger world around School welcome teachers and students from Hindsford Barlow, Rebekah Thomas, and Kyle them. CE Primary School in Manchester, England. Helpful Tips To Beat The Heat During Summer Exercising By Nicole Briggs, BS, ACE which is similar, but includes signs of Avoid layering clothing and choose The Spa Fitness Center delirium and coma. 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Parlaying Lari, Daniel Le, Kinnie Kanneh, his athletic success into the classroom, Dominique Roberts, Alexis Ammons, Hoang was also named the Scholar Erin Calderon, and Jaquari Judge. Athlete of the Year as he maintained a The PHS Varsity Club is a leadership 4.06 GPA. training organization hosted by the The other prestigious award present- Athletic Department, with Coach ed was for the PHS Coach of the Year, Snyder serving as advisor. To be eligible awarded to Jack Killion, Jr. Coach for membership, athletes must have Killion teaches at Phifer Middle School earned a varsity letter, demonstrate and serves as the assistant girls soccer good character, and maintain a 2.5 GPA. coach and head boys volleyball coach. The club conducted several fund raisers As assistant soccer coach, Coach during the year and also was involved in Killion teaches young ladies the funda- community projects such as cooking at mentals of the game and inspires them the Ronald McDonald’s House. to give their best. But it is as the boy’s volleyball coach Post Season Honors that Killion is known best. He has led Several PHS spring athletes received the Indians to the NJSIAA state play- post season honors and were invited to offs in three of the last four years and participate in the end of year all star con- has a large contingent of young men tests. Softball stand outs Erin Calderon who have a true passion for the sport. and Aja Martin joined Josh Rogers and The Big Red Volleyball Team has Alex Polanco as PHS representatives in developed into one of the most feared the Camden County 10th Annual All programs in all of South Jersey. Star games, and Kyle Hohwald joined In addition to the many awards that Josh and Alex as conference representa- were presented, the Pennsauken All tives in the prestigious Carpenter Cup Sports Boosters Club awarded eight baseball tournament. college scholarships totaling $5,000. “The Awards night affair was very Code Red Stars Sign heart-warming. The young people came Letters of Intent out this evening dressed impeccably with All State Football players Manny an abundance of excitement, pride and Cortez and Amar Williams inked offi- energy,” says Boosters Club President cial Letters of Intent to attend Monroe Denise Wallace. “The many stories that College in New Rochelle, New York. The were expressed from the PHS coaching continued on page 31 July 2012 ALL AROUND PENNSAUKEN Page 31 Cortes, Hoang, Killion Top Honorees At Annual Awards Helpful Tips To Beat The Heat continued from page 29 continued from page 30 prices, and are a great way to get the ipation health history and physical form demand electrolyte replenishment that you do in 65 degree weather. Do Quarterback/Receiver tandem, which word out to a large community follow- are required. All forms can be picked whereas a standard 60-minute session body checks throughout your workout was feared by opponents, received full ing. 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