A Message from Mayor Susan Shin Angulo |
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Traveling Fallen Tribute Towers - Remembering our Fallen |
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Traveling Fallen Tribute Towers - Remembering our Fallen will be on display from until September 15 at Veterans Island, Cherry Hill, NJ. (Cooper River). Open for public visitation 24/7.
The display consists of 32 tribute towers featuring photos of then men and women who died serving our country in Afghanistan and Iraq since September 11th, 2001. The exhibit also features tribute towers dedicated to service members who died in attacks or from training accidents in the United States or on overseas bases, as well as to those who took their own lives once returning from war due to post-traumatic stress.
If you are interested in being a volunteer ambassador, they have 2 hour shifts between 10am-7pm available. Duties are to greet and assist visitors. If interested email Nmellitz@comcast.net with day and times you would like to volunteer for.
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National Public Lands Day |
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National Public Lands Day is the nation's largest, single-day volunteer event for public lands.This event brings out thousands of volunteers across America to help restore and improve public lands.
This year, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended many aspects of daily life in this country, and our public lands are no exception.
The Cherry Hill Environmental Board could use your help on Saturday, September 26.
REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY to attend this event. Masks are required to be worn at all times. We encourage attendees to bring their own gloves and water.
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month |
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September is National Suicide Prevention Month.
All month, mental health advocates, prevention organizations, survivors, allies, and community members unite to promote suicide prevention awareness.
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Information for Cherry Hill residents regarding COVID-19 |
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Stay up to date with the latest information regarding COVID-19 in Cherry Hill. Find information such as the following:
- How to Conduct Township Business
- Closures throughout Town
- Helpful Links and Resources
- FAQs
- Information for Local Businesses
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Diaper Drive to Help Combat Child Abuse |
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The Cherry Hill Police Department is proud to be a part of the Camden County Prosecutor's Office of New Jersey initiative to combat child abuse by collecting diapers and wipes for families in need.
You can help by donating diapers (preferred sizes are 4, 5, 6, and pull-ups) and baby wipes in the coming weeks. From Wednesday, Sept. 1 through Sunday, Sept. 27, please drop off all donations to any of the police departments listed in the flyer. Each department will have a donation box inside their lobby, allowing for a quick, contact-free drop-off.
The Cherry Hill Police Department has a collection bin in the police lobby that is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for contact-less drop off.
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The state of New Jersey has made it easier than ever to register. Make sure you are registered before the October 13 deadline!
Election Day: November 3, 2020
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Camden County announces 2020 Drive-thru Flu Shot Schedule |
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As our region continues to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, limiting the spread of seasonal influenza will be critical to protecting public health in Camden County this fall. To help keep residents safe and healthy this flu season, the Freeholder Board is announcing the 2020 Seasonal Flu Shot Schedule, beginning on Friday, Oct. 2. In order to accommodate social distancing recommendations, this year’s flu shot program will be conducted via a series of drive-thru events at locations throughout the county.
Each fall, the county offers a number of times and locations throughout the county where residents can receive the influenza vaccine, at no out-of-pocket cost.
Cherry Hill locations:
Thursday, October 16 and Friday, October 17
10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Camden County College – Cherry Hill Campus,
1889 Marlton Pike East, Cherry Hill 08003
Friday, November 20 and Saturday, November 21
10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
One Stop – Cherry Hill
101 Woodcrest Road, Cherry Hill 08003
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Community Spotlight: Cherry Hill neighbors make custom lanyards for COVID-19 relief |
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Our community spotlight highlights two Woodcrest families that have been making lemonade out of lemons during the COVID-19 pandemic. Close friends and neighbors, Iris Snyder and Orit Ben-Ari were looking for a way to keep their families busy during their time at home while also supporting efforts in response to the pandemic.
Together with their nine year old daughters Ellie Snyder and Maya Ben-Ari (and sometimes big brothers Noah Syder and Zevi Ben-Ari), they have been creating custom, beaded mask lanyards with all proceeds benefiting COVID-19 response efforts.
To date, they have made donations to a variety of charities including No Kid Hungry, Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey's COVID-19 Response Fund, Cooper Foundation COVID-19 Assistance Fund, and Cathedral Kitchen.
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Become a part of our community effort to restore wildlife habitat!
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The Cherry Hill Environmental Board invites you to join Susan Wolf, of Cherry Hill Estates, and many other neighbors, who have certified their property as a Wildlife Habitat with the National Wildlife Federation.
When 300 neighbors join our initiative, we will become one of only 135 communities in the country recognized by NWF as having made a significant effort to restore wildlife habitat that has been lost due to development. We are half way to our goal of becoming a NWF Certified Habitat Community, but we need your help.
Restoring habitat for native pollinators, birds and amphibians is easy, and helps maintain a healthy ecosystem.
Join us today! The process is simple, and can serve as a learning tool for your family. Visit www.NWF.org/certify
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Camden County Mosquito Commission Spraying |
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The Camden County Mosquito Control Commission will be spraying in neighborhoods across Cherry Hill for the next several weeks in an effort to limit growth of our area's mosquito population. Visit the Township website for local spraying schedules, as they are announced by the County. |
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Upcoming Virtual Township Meetings |
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In order to join the virtual meetings, please refer to the log-in information and links on our website under the calendar section.
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Department of Public Works |
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The Department of Public Works Administrative Offices will remain closed to the public until further notice. Public Works will be continuing to provide services to the best of their ability. If you have an emergency matter that requires immediate attention, please call (856) 424-4422 or email publicworks@chtownship.com. |
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A reminder from the Department of Public Works
The Recycling Depot at the Department of Public Works accepts TVs, computers, fluorescent bulbs, motor oil, car batteries, rechargeable batteries, plastic bags and cardboard from residents only. Contractors and businesses are not permitted. If you are unsure of an item that you wish to dispose of please contact the Department of Public Works at (856) 424-4422.
For the safety of our residents and employees, please do not drop off non-acceptable items.
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Although, Township offices are closed to the public, our Senior Services Coordinator is still responding to voicemail and email. Please note that during this time, senior bus services are currently suspended. If you have any questions regarding Cherry Hill Senior Services, please contact Gaye Pino by email or (856) 661-4800.
The Cherry Hill Fire Department Smoke Alarm Program
If your home is in need of smoke alarms or if you are unsure if your alarms are working, please submit a request form or call the Fire Marshal's Office at (856) 429-7441.
A CHFD representative will arrange to visit your home in order to evaluate your existing alarms. If you do not have working smoke alarms on each level of your home, they will be installed at that time.
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Cherry Hill Public Library News & Events |
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Hours and Guidelines
The Cherry Hill Public Library is open with limited hours:
- Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. & Wednesday nights until 8 p.m.
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Contactless Pickup* for items ON HOLD is available Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. To schedule Contactless Pickup call Reference 856-667-0300 x2 during Library hours or email chplref@chplnj.org *This service is not available Wednesday evenings and Saturdays.
- Masks and social distancing are required in the building. Your mask must be worn the whole time you are in the building and it must be over your nose and under your mouth.
- Metered access includes limits of 30 minutes for patrons inside the building - including 30 minutes on computers.
- Maximum capacity is set at 50 patrons at a time.
- If you feel any COVID symptoms please stay home.
Returns
Books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and video games can all be returned now in the outdoor book drops at CHPL and at the Marlkress Rd location at the Post Office. Do NOT put in the following items: American Girl dolls, puzzles, Kindle Fires, mobile hot spots, or any non-traditional items (https://chplnj.org/nontraditional_lending) Those items can be returned at the library. Once materials are returned to CHPL, they are put in quarantine for 72 hours. AFTER quarantine items will be checked in and adjusted on your account. Books and materials will be backdated to the day you returned them. Fines will not accrue during the days items are quarantined in the building.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month
Come in during the month of September to get a new or to renew your library card and fill out a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes! All ages are welcome to get a library card and try to win an Amazon, Target or Wawa gift card. Go to the Circulation Desk for details.
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Donations
Book donations or donations of other materials are NOT being accepted at this time. If you would like to support the library, monetary donations are very appreciated! Visit our website to contribute by credit card or PayPal: https://chplnj.org/supportyourlibrary or make a cash donation in person when you visit.
Computer Lab
The Computer Lab, Lower Level, is set to reopen on Tuesday, September 8 at 10 a.m. Moving forward, the Computer Lab will remain open the same hours of the library is open. Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Wednesday nights until 8 p.m. Computer usage is limited to 30 minutes per patron.
Questions
Free Online Webinars for Job Seekers and Small Businesses
Visit the Libraries to Business website, a FREE resource to connect job seekers, businesses and nonprofits of New Jersey with organizations and experts actively engaged in business and workforce development webinars: https://libs2b.com/calendar/
Upcoming Programs
Database Spotlight: Creativebug
With your CHPL library card you can access Creativebug, a website featuring thousands of award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Nurture your creative soul by learning new skills. All for free! Get inspired with painting, crocheting, sewing, decorating, and much more! https://www.creativebug.com/lib/chplnj
Meeting Rooms
The Cherry Hill Public Library is pleased to provide private, social distanced meeting space available on the Lower Level. Currently, the Joyce Alexander Walker Multicultural Room can be reserved Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Wednesday evenings until 8 p.m. Contact Valerie Carita at vcarita@chplnj.org or call 856.903.1205 to discuss availability, capacity, and cost.
CHPL Animal Crossing Open Hours
Wednesday, September 16 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Animal Crossing New Horizons players of all ages are invited to open play at CHPL Cove. Pick fruit, catch bugs, visit our virtual branch and museum, and swap recipes, fossils, furniture and clothing! Add the library's Nintendo Friend Code, SW-7377-8544-2015, then once playing ACNH, visit your airport, and select "visit through online play" to find us. Note: Animal Crossing requires a Nintendo Online subscription for online play.
Feminist Book Club
Thursday, September 24 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Register now for our Zoom Feminist Book Club coming up soon! Get started by reading Before She Sleeps by Bina Shah. Enjoy a discussion about this dystopian novel from one of Pakistan’s most talented writers. For more info and to register click here.
For Kids: Virtual Story Time, Story Break and Rhyme Time
Do your children ages Pre-K to grade 5 miss their favorite Cherry Hill Public Library children’s librarians? They miss seeing your children too! Now you can enjoy virtual read alouds and sing alongs with them from home every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Call 856.667.0300 x4 for details on our Children’s Librarian YouTube page.
For Adults: FREE Virtual ESL Classes
Cherry Hill Public Library offers FREE weekly virtual ESL classes for every level, the new session runs from September through December. Class offerings include beginner and intermediate levels in Writing & Grammar, Reading & Grammar, Conversation and even a Book Club. For more information or to register, contact Elby Wang, Adult Services Librarian, at ewang@chplnj.org
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