A Message from Mayor Susan Shin Angulo |
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Dear Neighbor:
As October marks the start of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I want to encourage everyone to take time this month to learn about breast cancer risks, prevention strategies and recommended screenings. This is especially important this year, as the pandemic caused many to postpone regular appointments, making it more difficult to detect breast cancer at its earliest stages. For more resources and information, visit the National Breast Cancer Foundation's website by clicking here.
I also want to highlight that the Township's Rental and Mortgage Housing Assistance Program is ready and open for new applications. We saw such a high demand for the program when it was first rolled out in May with about $600,000 in funding from federal Covid-19 relief funding, Township Council and I directed $675,000 in new funding from the Township's American Rescue Plan Act funding to replenish the program.
As this pandemic continues to disrupt so many of our neighbors lives, please spread the word about this program. More information can be found at CHNJ.gov/COVIDHousingAssistance and in the information provided below.
Sincerely,
Susan Shin Angulo
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Mayor, Council Celebrate Grand Opening of the Cherry Hill Dog Park at Croft Farm |
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Community members and their furry friends joined Mayor Angulo and Township Council at the Cherry Hill Dog Park at Croft Farm on Sunday afternoon to celebrate its grand opening, following its soft opening in August. Camden County Commissioner Jeff Nash was on hand as well to help cut the ribbon with Mayor and Council. The event also featured dog-friendly giveaways, as well as the Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center and the Cherry Hill Police Department.
Thank you to everyone who joined! A special thanks also to the entire Camden County Board of Commissioners, as their open space and multi-use trail grants helped fund the park, as well as the Peggy Spiegler Melanoma Research Foundation, whose generous donation helped create the park's beautiful pavilion.
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Mayor, Township Council Help Kick Off Book It 5K Fundraiser for CHPL |
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On Saturday morning, Mayor Susan Shin Angulo and Township Council helped kick off the 5th annual Book It 5k, held this year at Croft Farm. They joined hundreds of other runners and book lovers who came out to the event, a fundraiser for the Cherry Hill Public Library. Congratulations to all who participated, and thank you for your continued support of our library!
For more photos from the event, check out the Cherry Hill Public Library's Facebook album by clicking here.
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Mayor, Councilwomen Help Unveil NJ TRANSIT's First Solar-Powered Bus Shelter |
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Mayor Susan Shin Angulo, Councilwoman and NJ TRANSIT Board Member Sangeeta Doshi and Councilwoman Jennifer Appel joined Congressman Donald Norcross and NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kevin Corbett on Monday morning as the agency unveiled its first solar-powered bus shelter in the state.
The new shelter is located in front of Garden State Pavilions on Rt. 70 and will provide NJ TRANSIT riders on the 406 bus line with bright LED lighting for visibility and safety, a two-port USB charging outlet and a motion sensor that conserves the battery and will automatically turn on/off depending on motion inside.
Cherry Hill is proud to partner with Congressman Norcross and NJ TRANSIT to further support our shared dedication to supporting sustainability and smart renewable energy solutions.
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Mayor, Council Thank Volunteers at National Public Lands Day Trail Clean Up |
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Also on Saturday at Croft Farm, Mayor and Council joined more than two dozen volunteers who came out to participate in a trail clean up with the Cherry Hill Environmental Board in honor of National Public Lands Day, the nation's largest single-day volunteer event for public lands.
Thank you to all the volunteers who showed up to lend a hand, and to CHEB for its work, both on National Public Lands Day and year round, to keep Cherry Hill's open public spaces safe and enjoyable for all.
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Current, Former Township Leaders Honor Retiring Chief William "Bud" Monaghan |
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At Monday night's Council Meeting, current and former Township leaders gathered to honor Cherry Hill Police Department Chief William "Bud" Monaghan ahead of his retirement.
Council President David Fleisher, Mayor Susan Shin Angulo, former Mayor Susan Bass Levin, former Mayor Chuck Cahn, Cherry Hill School District Assistant Superintendent Dr. Kwame Morton and Cherry Hill Police Department Chaplin Pastor Ted Winsley shared remarks about the Chief's accomplishments during his time leading the department, thanking him for his work boosting civic engagement, building trusted partners within the community and keeping Cherry Hill safe. While Former Mayor Cahn was unable to join in person, his remarks were delivered by former Mayor Bass Levin, and Dr. Morton joined via Zoom.
Township Council also jointly presented the Chief with a proclamation recognizing him for his 26 years of service, dedication and commitment to Cherry Hill Township. Thank you Chief, you will be missed!
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Cherry Hill Fire Police Hold Community Day with Township Leaders |
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Mayor and Council also stopped by the Cherry Hill Fire Police's Community Day this past Saturday, which offered bike safety checks, child safety tips and more to help residents stay safe.
The Cherry Hill Fire Police is a volunteer group specially trained to provide essential traffic control services during emergency situations. They are also actively recruiting new volunteers. For more information, visit CherryHillFirePolice.com or click here.
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Important Information About Water Main Repairs on Springdale Road |
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New Jersey American Water is working to repair a 42-inch water transmission main on Springdale Road in Cherry Hill between the intersections of Lark Lane and Wilderness Way. This critical pipeline supplies water to customers in several towns throughout Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Salem Counties.
🚦New Jersey American Water’s local, qualified contractor, Pioneer Pipe Contractors, Inc. began work on September 27, and expects to be completed within approximately two to three weeks.
🧰Work hours will be from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday during the week of September 21. Once repairs begin on September 27, continuous 24-hour work may be required, depending on the complexity of the repair.
🚗Customers were alerted via the company’s notification system and are not expected to experience any changes in water service throughout the duration of the repair. The company is also working with local officials to coordinate additional notifications and traffic planning. People traveling in this area are asked to drive carefully around the work zone or seek an alternate route if possible.
☎️For more information or questions about the project, customers may visit the Alerts page on the company’s website at www.newjerseyamwater.com or call the Customer Service Center at 800-272-1325. Customers are also encouraged to update their contact information and alert preferences in their MyWater account.
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Additional Funding Now Available for Rental and Mortgage Housing Assistance |
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Due to high-demand, Mayor Angulo and Township Council have recently provided additional funding to Cherry Hill Township's Rental and Mortgage Housing Assistant Program.
Through the program, Cherry Hill residents may be eligible for up to three months of short-term rental or mortgage assistance from the township if they lost income due to Covid-19.
Applications are now being accepted, and funding will be provided on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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Pop-up Storytime in the Park |
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Join the Cherry Hill Public Library’s Children’s Librarians each week for a special story time at different Cherry Hill parks!
This event is co-hosted by the Cherry Hill Recreation Department and the Cherry Hill Public Library.
Stay up to date on Facebook - @CherryHillRecreation and @CHPLNJ.
For more information, contact the Cherry Hill Public Library at 856-667-0300 or Cherry Hill Recreation Department at 856-488-7868, Events@chnj.gov or visit www.chplnj.org.
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Coming soon! 'Welcome to the Farm' fall event set for next weekend |
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It's almost time for the Friends of Barclay Farmstead's "Welcome to the Farm" event, coming Oct. 9! The event will feature crafts, games, live music, an apple pie baking contest and more. The rain date is Oct. 10.
Registration is important for this event. Attendees are asked to register for the presentations, to reserve a picnic space and to participate in the baking contest.
Click here to register and learn more about the event.
UPDATE: Don't forget your chairs or blankets! Live music will also be available, and we welcome you to join us on the lawn to enjoy!
Volunteers are also needed!
If you are available to work from one hour to four hours, we need you!
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Upcoming Township Meetings |
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(On Zoom)
In order to join the meeting virtually, 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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Camden County will hold a household hazardous waste collection event on Sept. 18 and Oct. 16, with the October date recently added. If you have any questions, please contact the Camden County Division of Environmental Affairs at 856-858-5241. |
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As a friendly reminder, please be aware of what kind of yard waste Republic Services can collect, and what cannot be collected. For example, Republic Services cannot collect dirt, and cannot collect yard waste that's placed in plastic bags. Also:
- Brush/limbs must be cut to 4’ x 4’, tied and bundled weighing 50lbs or less.
- Debris may be placed in cans or paper bags weighing 50lbs or less.
- Plastic plant containers, plastic mulch bags, plastic ties etc.; are trash and do not mix in with vegetative waste.
- Dirt must not be placed in yard waste containers.
- Plastic bags are prohibited for yard waste.
- Free biodegradable paper bags are available at the Department of Public Works.
If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at (856) 424-4422 or submit questions/concerns online by clicking on the “Report a Concern” link on the Township’s homepage, also available at this direct link: https://bit.ly/2WqCu6e
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Cherry Hill Senior Programs Are Back |
Cherry Hill is open again for senior programs!
The group meetings have been carefully monitored for safety for our seniors. For in-person meetings, attendees must be masked, and attendance for in-person meetings is limited. Social distancing is provided. Several programs are also virtual programs accessible through Zoom.
The programs open now are: Senior Clubs, Maturity Club, Retirees Club, Super Seniors Club, Senior Discussion Club (Held on Zoom), Fantastic Senior Singles, Chair Yoga (Held on Zoom), and Dance Classes. The Cherry Hill Senior bus is also available to our seniors for free!
For any questions on this, or any Cherry Hill Senior Citizens issue, please contact Senior Services Program Coordinator Gaye Pino at gpino@chnj.gov or 856-671-4800. She'll be happy to talk with you.
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Cherry Hill Senior Bus is back in service |
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The Cherry Hill Senior Bus has returned for service. All riders must wear a mask while on the bus, in accordance with the state’s current mask requirements for public transit. Bus service is offered for free to residents age 62 and up, and runs Monday through Friday.
For more information about the Senior Bus service, please call 856-661-4711 (Cherry Hill Bus East) or 856-661-4802 (Cherry Hill Bus West).
For more information, please contact Senior Services Coordinator, Gaye Pino at (856) 661-4800 or by email gpino@chnj.gov.
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Cherry Hill Public Library News & Events |
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The Cherry Hill Public Library is open and available for Contactless Pickup. Hours of operation available online. At this time, the CDC strongly recommends wearing a mask (even if vaccinated) for every NJ county. For the safety and health of others, anyone attending an indoor program is required to wear a mask (even if vaccinated). More information is available here: https://chplnj.org/covid19-faq
Shop Local at the CHPL Flea Market!
Stop by the library parking lot for our Flea Market on Sunday, October 3 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Enjoy over 70 vendors and a food truck! No registration required to shop.
Donations
Donations of books and other materials are accepted. Drop off items at the side entrance (closer to Friendship Grove) Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please do not bring donations into the building through the Main Entrance. For more information, click here. We also collect gently used jewelry and accessories all year. Please drop off items in the Admin Office.
One Book, One Cherry Upcoming Events
One Book, One Cherry Hill is a community reading campaign encouraging Cherry Hill residents to read the same book at the same time.
A community reading project aims to unite neighbors by reading and discussing One Book together. By exploring common themes central to both life and the book, we hope to gain a better understanding of our world and ourselves. September is a great time to read these books and join the community read.
"The Vanishing Half" by Britt Bennett is recommended for adults.
"Genesis Begins" by Alicia D. Williams is recommended for ages 9 -13.
Funding generously provided by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities and the Friends of the Library.
Upcoming Programs:
Virtual Yoga for Everyone
Saturday, October 2 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
This yoga class is for all ages. It will focus on increasing balance, stability, and flexibility. This is a perfect class for beginners and seniors. Registration is required. ONLY one registration is needed for all six-week classes. To register, click here.
Star Wars Character Visit
Saturday, October 2 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Children’s Library, Upper Level
In honor of Star Wars Reads Day, come meet Star Wars characters from the NJ 501st NER and Devaron Base Rebel Legion! In the past we have seen Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, Luke Skywalker, stormtroopers and jawas at CHPL!
Dress in Star Wars costumes and clothes! Pictures can be taken with the characters. No registration required.
Kids Take & Make: Self Portrait
Are you a budding Picasso, Frida, or Basquiat? Grab a mirror and set up your art studio because it’s time for your self-portrait! We’re providing Crayola multicultural crayons, cardstock, and some art tips to help create your masterpiece. Please register for one kit per child. Materials will be available to pick up in the Youth Services Department starting October 1, 2021. To register, click here.
Teens Take & Make: Moon Water
Moon water is water that has had time to sit under moonlight to soak up the moon's energy. There are lots of ways to make your moon water special and unique to you! Our kits will include everything you need and other lunar-related goodies. The next full moon will be on Wednesday, October 20. Supplies are limited and individual registration is required. To register, click here.
Adult Dungeons & Dragons
Monday, October 4 from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Multicultural Room, Lower Level
Looking to make new friends and go exciting places limited only by your imagination?
Sign up for Adult Dungeons and Dragons! Our Dungeon Master will take players through peril, discovery, and intrigue as a story unfolds before you and your friends. Registration required - seats are limited and fill up quickly! To register, click here.
The Queer Housewives and Husbands of NJ
Monday, October 4 from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Virtual program
We often assume that before marriage equality, we had only “traditional” marriage. But changes to marriage progressed more strangely than we might expect, especially in New Jersey. This program will use court cases to rethink LGBTQ+ rights, marriage, and the law. Cases involving a judge refusing to grant a divorce for a woman after her husband was incarcerated for sodomy, alimony for a transwoman, and custody issues for LGBTQ+ parents will all be explored. Registration required. To register, click here.
Virtual Citizenship Preparation
Tuesday, October 5 from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
This class is for people who plan to take the United States citizenship test. Instructors will help students prepare for the test. Meets six weeks in a row. Registration required. To register, click here.
Virtual CHPL Book Club: The Vanishing Half
Tuesday, October 5 from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a discussion of our One Book One Cherry Hill selection The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett. Registration required. To register, click here.
Rhyme Time Live Outside
Wednesday, October 6 from 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Friendship Grove
Develop baby's motor, sensory, and social skills. We'll be exploring short books, rhymes, songs, and more! Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. In the event of inclement weather, we will meet on Zoom. Registration required. To register, click here.
Genesis Begins Again Book Discussion
Wednesday, October 6 from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Half Conference Center, Lower Level
Join us for a book Discussion of the multi-award winning book, Genesis Begins Again by Alicia D. Williams. This discussion will be led by a CHPL Librarian and Cherry Hill Middle School Librarian. Designed for Grades 4-8. Registration required. To register, click here.
Microsoft Word for Beginners
Thursday, October 7 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Computer Lab, Lower Level
MUST HAVE BASIC KEYBOARD AND MOUSE SKILLS. Word is primarily used for text based document creation, such as letters and resumes. You will learn how to find and open the Word program, and the open and save a new document. Next, you will learn several options for adjusting text, including font, font size, and color. You will also adjust the alignment of the text to change how it is displayed on the page. For more information, click here.
Story Time Outside
Thursday, October 7 from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Friendship Grove
Join us on for stories, finger plays, and songs! Ages 2 to 6. We will meet outside, weather permitting. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets. In the case of inclement weather we will provide a Zoom link to meet virtually. Registration required. To register, click here.
Stories in the Park: Lewis Memorial Park
Friday, October 8 from 10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Stroll over to Lewis Memorial Park for a special outdoor story time brought to you by Cherry Hill Recreation and Cherry Hill Public Library! Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets. Weather permitting. All ages. This week's park is located at 15 Brookville Drive. No registration required.
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