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Volume 31Issue 1February and March 2018

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WHAT’S INSIDEMayor’s Message 2Contacts 4Boro Bits 6 - 7Muni Muse 8 - 9 Upcoming Council Meetings 8Business Spotlight 12Heights Programs 13Schools in Haddon Heights 14Education 15Library Corner 18Sports 19Places of Worship 20-21Rentals 22When Love Speaks 23Little Residents 23

Tuesday, February 6th and March 6th from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.Mayor’s Office Hours :

STAY CONNECTED

A large crowd braved the bitter cold on Saturday, January 6, 2018 to mark the annual reorganization of the Haddon Heights municipal government. Mayor Jack Merryfield’s first order of business was to install the town’s two recently elected Council members. Stephanie Madden was sworn in by United States Representative Donald Norcross. Chris Mrozinski, the new Council President, was sworn in by Camden County Freeholder Jeffrey Nash. Councilwoman Madden and Councilman Mrozinski join current Council members Bryan Schroeder, Scott Schreiber, Susan Griffith, and Jacqueline Valvardi.

The newly-formed Council then proceeded to work through its lengthy agenda. Department directors were appointed, namely Councilman Schroeder to Parks & Recreation; Councilman Schreiber to Public Works; Councilman Mrozinski to Planning & Zoning; Councilwoman Griffith to Public Safety; Councilwoman Valvardi to Finance; and Councilwoman Madden to Administration. The Council also appointed a new solicitor, Howard C. Long, Esquire of Wade, Long, Wood & Long, as well as re-appointed Bach Associates as borough engineer.

One of the most important parts of the morning was the swearing-in of dozens of Haddon Heights’ residents who will lend their valuable time to support the town’s various committees, commissions and groups. Volunteers will assist with the Municipal Drug Alliance, Green Team, Historical Preservation Commission, Civic Events Committee, and Shade Tree Commission-- just to name a few of Haddon Height’s important organizations. The Borough Council truly appreciates the community involvement, and encourages all residents to get and stay involved!!

The Official Borough Publication

The Heights Report

February is “Love Your Library” month and the Haddon Heights Library is always trying to give residents many reasons to love them. Downloadable e-books, museum passes, Blu-Rays, DVD’s, children’s programming, special events, notary service and high-speed internet are several of the many services and products available from the library.

The library has provided all of this and more to try and offer our patrons the services and materials that they deserve. We are very proud of all our offerings, but we recognize the help the residents give us each year through donations to help make them possible. The support the residents

of Haddon Heights have given the library over the years shows us how much you value your library and pushes us to deliver as many services as we can afford.

With February being “Love Your Library” month, we must appeal to you again and ask for as generous a donation you can afford. Please keep your eyes peeled, as our solicitation letter will be hitting your mailbox in February. Without your support, we could not deliver the services you deserve. For more information about the library or how to donate, please call us at 547-7132 or visit www.haddonheightslibrary.com

Love Your Library Month

New Year, New Borough Council

SUMMER REC INFOSummer Rec Registration for the 2018 season is currently accepting registrations. We suggest registering early to save your spot, all weeks sold out last year.Find program information and registration form on Page 5 and also on the Borough’s website at www.haddonhts.com/program

The Heights Report

Do You Need the Winter“Function Better Program”?

Each winter, many folks perform activities such as bundling-up for afternoon walks, shoveling snow, clearing snow and ice off the car, visiting friends, attending children’s shows and shopping in town. If you find yourself in a position where the bending, reaching, endurance, balance, standing, walking, carrying and climbing require-ments of these activities are too difficult, too painful or even impossible, the “Function Better Program” at WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY may be just what you need to perform your tasks and activities this winter! The “Function Better Program” atWORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY emphasizes muscle strengthening and stretching exer-cises, activities to decrease pain, condition-ing exercises on equipment as well as per-sonalized instruction to promote safe and independent function. After completion of the “Function Better Program”, many people report that they are pain free and able to lead a more active and independent lifestyle. WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY is conve-niently located at 135 East Atlantic Avenue in Haddon Heights (just off Station Avenue). Due to high demand, slots for the upcom-ing winter session of the “Function Better Program” are limited and filling quickly. To reserve a slot for the program, call(856) 546-0377.

At WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY, you will find that:

• Individual attention is provided by a licensed physical therapist during the entire treatment session.• The treatment sessions are provided in a friendly and professional environment.• Individuals of all ages and fitness levels are welcome.• Free transportation is provided for local seniors.• Medical monitoring is provided during treatment to ensure patient safety.

TreaTiNg• Low endurance • Knee replacements • Balance Problems • Walking Problems • Pain Problems • arthritis issues

Jim Clements, PT, DPT, MS is the Director of WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY in Haddon

Heights. Dr. Clements completed his physical therapy training at Thomas Jefferson University and went on to receive a Doctoral degree from

Boston University as well as a Master of Sci-ence degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

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For appointments at the Haddon Heights

office, call:

(856) 546-0377Medicare and most otherinsurances are accepted.

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Need a PeP-UP? Call WOrK-UP at (856) 546-0377! www.workupnow.com

Mayor's MessageDear Neighbors:Happy 2018! I hope everyone had a rewarding holiday season. Hopefully, the extreme cold spell that we were hit with won’t be returning anytime soon. But if it does, I can assure you that your Borough team is ready to handle whatever issues might come with it – snow, water issues, or other problems. I want to thank our Department of Public Works employees who have worked tirelessly to keep our roads clear and safe this winter. As things warm up, you may notice potholes; this is due to the salting treatments to the roads. Please report any potholes to the Department of Public Works at 856-546-2580 so that they can repair them. As always, please be careful while driving during the winter season. We recently had the privilege of commending two of our fine police officers for a job well one. Recently, Patrolmen Daniel Hunt and Daniel Kinkler trusted their police instincts and stopped a truck blocking traffic on the Black Horse Pike. After investigating the situation, our officers realized that two passengers in the truck, minors, had been reported missing from

Washington, D.C. Through our officers’ work, the minors were safely returned to their families. Day in and day out, our officers, under the leadership of Chief Bruce Koch and Captain Michael Scardino, work behind the scenes to keep our residents and town safe. We have a top notch police department that we are always very proud of. I would be remiss if I did not give credit to retired Chief Rich Kinkler for his years of building up our police department. Great work by all! At our final council meeting in December, we had a full house to commemorate the nine year (9) Council career of Councilwoman Kathy Lange whose term ended on December 31st. I can think of few people who dedicated so much time, energy and effort to this town than Kathy. I can assure you that she is irreplaceable and that it will take many volunteers to take care of all of the responsibilities in government that she handled herself. She was working hard, literally until the last minutes of her term. I was also thrilled to learn that despite her term on Council ending, Kathy will continue to serve the people of Haddon Heights as a volunteer in

the role of Executive Director of our Summer Recreation Program. She also will continue to serve on the Historic Preservation Commission. Kathy, we will miss you on Council but are happy to know you will still be involved in the fabric of our town. We recently completed our annual Reorganization process. I am looking forward to working with our newly elected Council members Stephanie Madden, Chris Mrozinski and Scott Schreiber. Each of them bring unique skills and talents to the table. While we have hard fought elections in this town, when they’re over, they’re over, and everyone gets together to serve the people of the town. We have a lot to be proud of and like every other town, we face our fair share of challenges such as doing more with less dollars. I can assure you that your Mayor and Council will always be looking for ways to optimize services while keeping costs down. You deserve nothing less from your government. I would also like to thank the countless volunteers who agreed to serve on our many boards, committees, and commissions this year. We simply cannot operate this government without

the support of so many of you, and it is a testament to our sense of community that so many people want to volunteer to help make our town a better place. Keep your eyes open for the many spring events that will be happening once the weather warms up. I’m sure it will be an exciting time in town. We will provide more information as these events approach. As always, if there is anything I can do to help you or to answer any questions, please do not hesitate to call, e-mail, or stop by during my office hours, included on the front page of this HEIGHTS REPORT. - Mayor Jack D. Merryfield

Mayor's Message

Feb & Mar 2018 The Heights Report 3

SAVE THE DATE!!!HADDON HEIGHTS ROTARY

Fun & Fitness5K Walk/Run

Saturday, May 12, 20188th and High Streets, Haddon Heights

8 AM RACE TIMECash Prizes and Medals

$25.00 Registration / $30 Day of Race700 W Lippincott Lane (Log Cabin) - Day of Registration starts at 7:30 am

Registration will be provided in May.All proceeds benefit high school scholarships and other Rotary Projects!

Thank you for your support!! Questions? Please call Dianne Deal 609-636-1475

4 The Heights Report Feb & Mar 2018

Local Phone Numbers:Police, Fire & Ambulance Emergencies : 911For All Other Non-Emergencies: 856-547-2222Public Works: 856-546-2580 After Hours Emergency 1-800-793-4315 I.D. #201 ELPolice Department: 856-547-0614Fire Prevention Bureau: 856-546-7135Ambulance Loan Equipment: 856-546-9575Borough Hall: 856-547-7164Construction Office: 856-546-2580Overnight Parking: 856-784-9161Library: 856-547-7132 Animal Control: 609-306-2277

CC Social Services: 225-5143 or 8800Welfare to Work: 427-0988WIC: 225-5155Health & Human Service: 374-6300Division for Children: 374-6376Food Stamps: 225-7789Mosquito Control: 566-2945

2018 MAYOR & COUNCIL MEMBERS Mayor: Jack D. Merryfield, Jr. e-mail: [email protected] Borough Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 37

Council President: Christoper Mrozinski e-mail: [email protected]

Borough Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 43

Council Member: Susan R. Griffith e-mail: [email protected] Borough Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 42

Council Member: Stephanie Madden e-mail: [email protected] Borough Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 41

Council Member: Scott Schreiber e-mail: [email protected]


Council Member: Bryan P. Schroeder, Esq. e-mail: [email protected] Borough Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 46

Council Member: Jacquelyn Valvardi e-mail: [email protected]


Solicitor: Howard C. Long Wade, Long, Wood, & Long, LLC e-mail: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-346-2800Borough Clerk: Kelly Santosusso, RMC e-mail: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-547-7164, ext. 30

Deputy Borough Clerk: Katie Compton e-mail: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 31

New Jersey OfficialsGovernor Phil Murphy

PO Box 001 Trenton, NJ 08625

609-292-6000

House of Representatives District 1 - Donald Norcross 856-427-7000 - 202-225-6501 10 Melrose Avenue - Suite 210

Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

American Legion BaseballMike De Castro [email protected] Boy Scouts Troop #67Bill Wagner 856-546-2106Business & Professional Assoc.Brett Harrison 856-310-0827 www.haddonheights.bizCircolo Italiano ClubMarie Denz, 856 627-2869Cub Scout Pack #163Lorraine Hoilien 609-706-5822 [email protected] ClubChris Linaris [email protected] of Hoff PlaygroundBarbara Robinson 856-547-3312Friends of LibraryChris Walter 856-547-7132Garnet Youth FooballDara Riggs [email protected] Youth [email protected] Girl Scouts & Brownies800-582-7692 [email protected] NeighborsSue Watson 856-546-6677Haddon Summer Music TheaterScott Glading 856-547-5553HH Environmental Commission Richard Kinkler [email protected]

2018 HADDON HEIGHTS CIVIC GROUP CONTACTSHH Farmers Market (856)577-7907 [email protected]

HH Field Hockey ClubShannon Parkinson 856-310-0053HHHS Alumni AssociationMatt McDermott 856-371-4030 www.haddonheightsalumni.comHHHS Band AuxiliaryDave Brownback 856-546-8614HH Mens & Senior Soccer Frank Bellomo 856-546-7643HH, Barrington, Lawnside WrestlingRocky Riley 856-547-2569HH Parent Teacher GroupMeg McAteer [email protected] Rotary ClubDianne DiGiamber [email protected] Soccer ClubJeanette Simons 609-839-6636 www.haddonheightssoccer.netHHYAJim Bruno [email protected] VFW Post 1958John Kuhlen 856-546-0604Hens in HeightsBrian Kovacs (609) 744-9377Heritage LeagueRose Fitzgerald 856-547-3950

HIP (856)261-2943 www.visithaddonheightsnj.com Historical SocietyElena Hill 856-546-5065Interfaith CaregiversMary Ann Bigelow 856-354-0298Knights of ColumbusSanta Maria Council 1443 Reggie Beckett 609-670-8200Library House TourChris Walter 856-547-7132Lions Club HH/[email protected] Boys & Girls StatePeter Hill 856-546-5065Project PromTrish Sheilds 856-547-5825Republican ClubSusan R. Griffith 856-655-5669 Sons of Italy Lodge #2311Tina Messina 609-320-8698St. Rose PTA856-546-6166 [email protected] Storks, Inc.Adrienne Evans 856-546-5831 Sustainable HHMarshall Hatfield 856-546-0391Village PlayboxSteve Allen 856-534-6960 [email protected]’s ClubKathy Terranova 856-546-4811

Alcohol & Substance Abuse: 374-6376Veteran’s Affairs: 613-1199One Stop Resource Center: 968-4200Parks & Recreation: 216-2130Public Works (County): 566-2980Sr. Services & Services for the Disabled: 858-3220

CAMDEN COUNTYSurrogate: 225-7282Sheriff ’s Office: 225-5473Rental Assistance: 614-3300Homeless Prevention: 614-3318Catholic Charities: 663-9800PSE&G: 866-657-4273Office of Economic Opportunities: 910-1180

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez 856-757-5353 - 202-224-4744

208 White Horse Pike, Suite 18 Barrington, NJ 08007

U.S. Senator Cory Booker973-639-8700 - 202-224-3224

One Port Center2 Riverside Drive, Suite 505

Camden, NJ 08101

State Senator & Assembly Representatives:

515 White Horse PikeAudubon, NJ 08106

(856) 547-4800

Senator Nilsa Cruz-Perez Assemblyman Arthur Barclay Assemblywoman Egan Jones

WHO TO CONTACT THROUGHOUT THE BOROUGH, STATE, AND COUNTY


Save the Dates for Summer Rec 2018Start planning your summer fun now! Get those you ng ste rs up and out first thing

in the morning! Our Summer Rec Program is the perfect way for your child to develop confidence, make friends and try new things. Our schedule is Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 8:30 to 11:30 am - perfect to mix and match with other activities. We run for 5 weeks; you can select the weeks that works best with your family schedule. Last year we sold out so consider registering early to get your preferred dates. Visiting grandchildren and cousins have also enjoyed our friendly program.Summer Rec is a great combination of “old school” fun and new skills. Activities are designed for youngsters entering Kindergarten in 2018 through those Grade 6 “tweens”. We have enough variety that each week brings something different. We operate rain or

shine using the air conditioned Cabin at Hoff ’s Playground and the Community Center off Seventh Avenue. Our primarily outdoor, rotating schedule includes some free choice options plus indoor snack time and craft sessions a different sport is featured each week. For your peace of mind we use school - like check-in and checkout procedures and every activity is well staffed. Please see the Registration Form for exact dates, fees and payment schedule.You will also be able to find information about the program on the borough website under the programs page. By utilizing good communication from parents, we have accommodated a wide range of children throughout the years. If you have any questions or to determine if you think this program is a good fit for your child or grandchild, please contact us at [email protected].

All residents are welcome to support our Hoff Park Program for youngsters. Donations can be left at upstairs at the Borough Hall office. Questions? [email protected]

Be a Friend of Summer Rec

• Large bottles of Elmer’s white glue • Sharpies (all types)• Markers• Nerf footballs, any nerf sport balls• Regular outdoor basketballs• Hula hoops• Sidewalk chalk• Small size corn hole toss game• Jump ropes• Quart and Gallon size Zip-top

plastic bags• “Baby” wipes and cleaning wipes• Plastic table cloths - regular and

flannel backed - we will even take your leftover holidays ones

• Clear plastic containers with lids - shoe size up to tote size

• CRAFT SUPPLIES! : Beads; especially initials and sports ; craft kits,especially for boys

• We will take your left over party craft packs, even holiday ones

• GLITTER, GLITTER, GLITTER • Bubble wrap (used but clean is fine) • We love Nok Hockey and need new

boards - Can you send a monetary donation to help fund these? Checks payable to Borough of Haddon Heights Memo: Sum Rec

Summer Rec 2018 Registration FormChild/Children’s Last Name: ______________________________________Child/Children’s Name / Age / Grade (as of Sept. 2018) _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Complete Mailing Address: _____________________________________________________________Phone Number: _______________________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________________Youth T-Shirt Size(s) : ___ YS ___ YM ___ YL ___ YXL

Summer Rec runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays from 8:30 am to 11:30 am

**Week 2 will run Tuesday & Thursday ONLY due to the HolidayPlease Note almost ALL weeks sold out last year!

Registration fee due with the registration form. Please make Checks payable to: Borough of Haddon Heights; Memo: Summer Rec. Forms and Payment can be dropped off at the Borough Hall, 625 Station Avenue; Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 Attn: Summer RecPlease note that ALL Weekly Fees are due in full on or before June 1st.

Amount Enclosed: __________ $15 Family Registration Fee__________ Week Fee (if paying now)

Total enclosed: $ ______________________________

Week 1: ____ June 27, 28, 29Week 2: ____ July 3 & 5 Only**Week 3: ____ July 11, 12, 13Week 4: ____ July 18, 19, 20 Week 5: ____ July 25, 26, 27

$15 Registration FeeOne Non-Refundable Registration Fee Per Family

Weekly Fee Per Child:$50 - Residents/Grandparents$75 - Non-Residents

Please Indicate week(s) you would like to attend:The Haddon Heights Summer Recreation Program seeks teen counselors for the 2018 season.Counselors work with Adult Directors to supervise and interact with boys and girls from Kindergarten thru grade 6. Counselors take part in all program activities- active play, outdoor games, crafts, science demos, nature walks etc. Counselors must be at least 16 years of age by June 1,2018 and have completed at least sophomore year of high school in June.The Summer Rec work schedule is Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8 am until noon from Tuesday, June 26 to Thursday, July 26. Counselors should be available all 15 days of the program. Pay is NJ minimum wage ($8.60 an hour) and all previous counselors must reapply for a position. As a Borough sponsored activity- preference will be given to Haddon Heights residents. To be eligible for an interview - the required information (hard copy) must be delivered or mailed to Haddon Heights Borough Hall, 625 Station Ave. Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 Attention Sum Rec, by Wednesday, April 11h , 4 pm. There is no “application form”; your resume and all required documents are your application. Because this is a position of responsibility, only applicants with a complete application will be considered for an employment interview. We will acknowledge applications by May 1 and schedule interviews later that month. Training sessions for those hired will take place in June.• Resume must include name, complete home address, home phone or, if no land

line, a parent/guardian cell number , applicant’s cell phone, applicant’s email address, complete date of birth,(month,date and year), name of your High School and current Grade in school. Resume should also include school related and outside activities, any previous work or volunteer experience and hobbies, special interests, certifications or training

• Most Current school report card including grades, attendance and lateness. Please make sure that your school name appears on the report card

• Letters of recommendation from (2) current teachers with their contact info plus a third letter of recommendation from a non related adult of your choice

Questions may be directed to [email protected]

Counselor Employment Opportunity

Summer is Seeking Donations

Overnight Parking:

Why not join us at the Senior Citizen Community Table? A Community Table is a long table where people come for lunch, sit together, order from the regular menu, pay their own bill and socialize with new and old friends. The Senior Citizens group will meet at the Community Table anytime between 11:30 and 1:30 p.m. at the following Haddon Heights restaurants. Please join us!

Call Rose Fitzgerald at 547-3950 for more information.


SENIOR COMMUNITY TABLE

FEBRUARY 1st Tues, Feb 6th @ Kunkel’s2nd Tues, Feb 13th @ Village Cheese Shop3rd Tues, Feb 20th @ Station House4th Tues, Feb 27th @ Anthony’s

MARCH1st Tues, Mar 6th @ Kunkel’s2nd Tues, Mar 13th @ Village Cheese Shop3rd Tues, Mar 20th @ Station House 4th Tues, Mar 27th @ Anthony’s

• Parking is prohibited on Borough streets from midnight to 5:00am.

• Parking Permit applications and renewal applications are available at the Borough Offices.

• 2018 permits must be displayed by 1/1/2018.

• The overnight parking number 856-784-9161. This number is also located on the Borough website several times in case you forget.

• Whenever there is a warning or prediction of possible snow or ice, ALL on-street parking is denied.

Crossing Guards NeededThe Haddon Heights Police Department is in need of Crossing Guards. If you’re in good health, enjoy being out doors and spending time helping children you may be qualified. Interested applicants should apply at the: Haddon Heights Police Department, 625 Station Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

Please call 856-547-0614 ext. 10 if you have any questions. Crossing Guards typically start part time and move to a permanent position when a post becomes available.

The Police Department would like to remind residents about NO PARKING regulations during snowstorms:• When it is snowing between the hours of

midnight and 5:00 am ALL motorist are not allowed to park their vehicles on Borough streets.

• Whenever there is a “Snow Emergency” declared by the Borough or a State of Emergency declared regardless of the time of day we will strictly enforce no parking regulations.

•There are several reasons for this strict enforcement, they are: 1) to reduce motor vehicle accidents 2) to keep the road clear for emergency vehicles and key personnel, 3) to keep the roads open for snow plows, allowing them to do a better job clearing the road in a timely manner

Parking During Snow Emergencies

What to look for in 2018PD5 FORMS – If you are receiving the $250.00 deduction for qualified Senior Citizens, Disabled persons, or Surviving Spouse, be on alert around the 1st of February for the PD5 form in the mail. This form must be completed and returned to the tax office by March 1st to continue receiving the $250.00 deduction.PROPERTY TAX REIMBURSEMENT BOOKS – a.k.a. “Senior Freeze.” For residents already enrolled in the program, the State will send you the PTR-2 form directly. For those of you who are not enrolled in the Senior Freeze and who are turning 67+ in 2018, new enrollment books (PTR-1) will be available in the tax office in early April.ONLINE TAXES – View and/or pay your property taxes online through the borough website at www.haddonhts.com. Now you can see the amount of taxes billed, due, and paid as well as viewing the assessed value of the property.

***Reminder: First quarter 2018 tax bills are due February 1st with a 12 day grace period***

Tax Office

Small Explorers Toddler Park Can you help us get open to play? We are seeking donations

Donations of any amount are appreciated!Checks payable to : Borough of Haddon Heights Memo: Small Explorers Park 625 Station Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 Questions: [email protected]

As winter arrives, just a reminder that Borough Code 400-8 states that residents are required to have snow removed from their sidewalks within 12 hours of daylight following a snowfall. Failure to comply can result in injuries to pedestrians from falls or traffic accidents as they may be forced to walk in the street. A snow covered sidewalk creates a particular hardship for seniors and school children. It is also a violation to throw snow into the street.Your cooperation is appreciated.

Small Explorers Seeking Donations

Zoning Department

Kindness RockPlay Structure ComponentsTalking TubesBalance Beam Rocky Rambler Stump Climbers Inclusion Spinner

100 donors100 donors 2 donors4 donors 10 donors10 donors8 donors

@ $50 @ $100@ $200@ $200@ $240@ $250@ $500

Senior Citizen DinnerFor Haddon Heights’ ResidentsOn Tuesday, March 14th the Haddon Heights Public Schools’ sixth grade students will sponsor a free dinner for Haddon Heights’ Senior Citizens. This will be held at our high school cafeteria located on First Avenue and Garden Street beginning at 5:00PM.This event is open to any Haddon Heights’ resident who is 62 years of age or older. Transportation will be provided for those who do not drive. The bus will pick up outside of the Town Library at 4:30PM and at Stanfill Towers at 4:40PM. Please RSVP to Lauren Orfe at 547-7647. Seating is limited, so please respond by Friday, March 9th.

Boro BitsBoro Bits


Circolo ItalianoPLEASE NOTE : Due to weather concerns, the Board has voted to cancel the January Meeting for the coming year 2018 on a trial basis. Thank you for your understanding and we will see you in the Spring! We wish all a Happy & Prosperous NEW YEAR!

Monday, April 16, 2018Our Next Quarterly Meeting at 7:00 PM

“HANDS-ON HISTORY” COME JOIN US!!

Senior Resource Center at Stanfill ManorUpcoming Presentations

Monthly meeting of Circolo Italiano of South New Jersey is on Monday February 12th at 7:30 pm in the Haddon Heights Borough Hall, 625 Station Ave. Haddon Heights, NJ 08035. Enjoy a video presentation of “Two Greedy Italians.” Over 30 years ago, Antonio Carlucci and Gennaro Contaldo each left their native Italy separately headed to Great Britain where they met and worked together, soon establishing themselves as leading authorities on Italian cooking. They have been called the Italian Laurel and Hardy because of their humorous interactions when they return to Italy and go on road trips to various regions to sample local food treasures, which they cook and eat with gusto. Join us for free refreshments after the program. Guests are welcome. You don’t have to be Italian to attend or to join the club. Location: Haddon Heights Borough Hall, 625 Station Ave. Haddon Heights Contact: Marie Denz, 856 627-2869

The Haddon Heights Historical Society Presents:

Informative and Educational NJ & American History Original Presentations

Featuring Local/National Author & Speaker Programs 2018

We are open to the Public - All Welcome - Please bring a friend!

Low cost Family memberships are available now!

Haddon Heights Public Library 608 Station Ave

The HH Library is climate-controlled with full handicap access

What’s New at the Station? Many of our visitors remark on the detail of both the layout and our trains. We model in great detail to capture the features that make our railroad an accurate representation of the northeastern railroads in the 1960s. While we enjoy running our trains at shows, we also take great care to make them an accurate depiction of real railroad equipment. This captures the history of both railroads and their equipment that have not existed in many years and requires historical research to make sure the models

are historically accurate. This research involves trips to locations such as former coal mines, historical photographs, and visits to railroad museums. You can visit the station during our next open house on May 12th for Down by the Station Day or any Wednesday night from 7:00 pm, during our weekly meetings. Our website is: www.dsmrrc.org and you can find us on facebook as well to check on progress in maintaining the station and expanding our railroad.

Date: Wednesday, February 28th at 2:00 pm Presentation: Camden County Division of Senior and Disabled Services. Rose Candy will provide an overview of the services offered to Camden County residents. Location: Heights Senior Resource Center, 109 East Atlantic Avenue, Haddon Heights

Date: Wednesday, March 14th at 2:00 pmPresentation: Veteran’s Benefits for Home Care Services, Presented by Karen DeBerardinis, Homewatch Caregivers. The presentation will include a review of Veteran’s benefits for home care services as well as general information/services regarding the agency. Location: Heights Senior Resource Center109 East Atlantic Avenue, Haddon Heights

Bowl the Night Away!Saturday, Feb. 24 5–8 pm. The Big Event, 1536 N Kings Hwy, Cherry Hill. The

Haddon Heights Police and Fire Departments square off again to raise money for charity (in addition to a full year of braggin’ rights)! Get your challenger team together now! The average score of the winning team raises $1/pin for their favorite local charity. Cost is $25/person and includes one hour for food and unlimited soft drinks, two hours bowling and shoe rental. We have a 10-lane limit, so please sign up by February 10. Tickets for this HHBPA networking event can be purchased at the Village Cheese Shop. Come Bowl the Night Away!

Haddon Heights BPA

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE ADDRESSED AT THE OCTOBER 17, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING:NEW BUSINESS:Mayor Merryfield announced the Introduction of Bond Ordinance 2017:1446 – An Ordinance Reappropriating $14,000.00 Proceeds of Obligations Not Needed for Their Original Purposes in Order to Provide for Milling and Resurfacing of Various Streets and Roads. Mayor Merryfield asked for a motion to Introduce Bond Ordinance 2017:1446. A motion was made by Council President Griffith, seconded by Councilman Schroeder. Upon a roll call vote, all members voted in favor. Resolution 2017:200 - Resolution Authorizing the Payment of Bills and Claims for the Second Half of October. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Upon a roll call vote, all members voted in favor with the exception of Council President Griffith and Councilwoman Valvardi who both abstained from payments to Bollinger and the Southern New Jersey Regional Health Benefits and Councilman Schroeder who voted no on the payment to Duane Morris.Resolution 2017:201 – Resolution Awarding a Contract to Southern New Jersey Regional Employee Benefits Fund for the Purpose of Providing Health Coverage to All Full-Time and Retired Employees of the Borough of Haddon Heights. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange, seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members voted in favor with the exception of Council President Griffith and Councilwoman Valvardi who both abstained.Resolution 2017:202 – Resolution Awarding a Contract to Vision Services Plan for the Purpose of Providing Vision Coverage to all Active Full-time and Retired Borough Employees for the Period 11/1/17 through 10/31/18. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange, seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members voted in favor with the exception of Council President Griffith and Councilwoman Valvardi who both abstained.Resolution 2017:203 – Resolution Awarding a Contract to Bollinger Specialty Group for the Purpose of

Providing Prescription Drug Coverage to all Active Full-time and Retired Borough Employees for the Period 11/1/17 through 10/31/18. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange, seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members voted in favor with the exception of Council President Griffith and Councilwoman Valvardi who both abstained.Resolution 2017:204 – Resolution Awarding a Contract to Horizon Dental for the Purpose of Providing Dental Coverage to all Full-time and Retired Employees of the Borough of Haddon Heights for the Period 11/1/17 through 10/31/18. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange, seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members voted in favor with the exception of Council President Griffith and Councilwoman Valvardi who both abstained.Resolution 2017:205 – Resolution Authorizing Holiday Lighting to be Installed on Certain Lamp Poles on Station Avenue Sponsored by Heights in Progress (HIP). A motion to adopt as amended was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. All members voted in favor with the exception of Councilman DiRenzo who abstained.Resolution 2017:206 – Resolution A Resolution Providing for a Meeting Not Open to the Public In Accordance with the Provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-12. 1.) Matter related to Personnel matter in the Fire Department. Discussion expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 2.) Matter related to current Government Workers Union contract. Discussion is expected to be ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 3.) Matter related to Potential Shared Services Agreement for the Municipal Court. Discussion expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 4.) Matter regarding non-contractual salary resolution. Discussion is expected to by ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. A motion to adopt was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. All members voted in favor with the exception of Councilman DiRenzo who abstained.Resolution 2017:207 – Resolution

Setting Curfew and Trick or Treating Hours for Halloween . A motion to adopt was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. All members voted in favor with the exception of Councilman DiRenzo who abstained.Resolution 2017:208 – Resolution Authorizing Refunds of Various Program Fees. A motion to adopt Resolution 2017:208 was made by Councilwoman Lange and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:209 – Resolution Approving Active Membership of Chris McMichael in the Haddon Heights Fire Department. A motion to adopt was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. All members voted in favor.THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE ADDRESSED AT THE November 8, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING:OLD BUSINESS:Public Hearing of Bond Ordinance 2017:1446 – An Ordinance Reappropriating $14,000.00 Proceeds of Obligations Not Needed for Their Original Purposes in Order to Provide for Milling and Resurfacing of Various Streets and Roads. Mayor Merryfield opened the Public Hearing. Seeing no movement he asked for a motion to close the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Councilwoman Valvardi, seconded by Councilwoman Lange. All members present were in favor. Mayor Merryfield asked for a motion to adopt. A motion was made by Councilwoman Valvardi, seconded by Councilman Schroeder. Upon a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor. NEW BUSINESS: Resolution 2017:212 Resolution Authorizing an Award of Contract (BID B-23/2016 – 2nd Year Option), by and Between the County of Camden (Department of Public Works) and various vendors for Furnishing and Delivering of Sodium Chloride, Pre-treated Liquid Enhanced Sodium Chloride Corrosion Inhibited De-Icing Liquid and Magnesium Chloride Flakes for Various Camden County Entities. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor.Resolution 2017:213 – Resolution Authorizing the Payment of Bills and

Claims for the First Half of November. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor with the exception of Councilwoman Lange who abstained from a return of a Community Center Rental Fee, Councilwoman Valvardi who abstained from payments to Horizon, Southern New Jersey Regional Benefits Fund, VSP, and Return of Community Center fee, and Councilman Schroder who abstained to a payment to Jacklyn Schroeder. Resolution 2017:214 – Resolution Authorizing the Online Auction of Surplus Municipal Assets No Longer In Use. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor.Resolution 2017:215 – Resolution Authorizing a Refund for a Community Center Rental Fee. A motion to adopt was made by Councilman Mrozinski and seconded by Councilman Schroder. Upon a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor with the exception of Councilwomen Lange and Valvardi who abstained. Resolution 2017:216 – Resolution Approving Change of Date for One-Day Social Affair Permit for the Heights In Progress for the Purpose of a Craft Beer Garden at the Final Farmer’s Market of the Season Autumn Harvest – November 26, 2017. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. All members present voted in favor. Resolution 2017:217 – Resolution A Resolution Providing for a Meeting Not Open to the Public In Accordance with the Provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-12. 1.) Matter related to Personnel in the Police Department


UPCOMING COUNCIL

MEETINGS7:00 p.m. Caucus in the Borough Conference Room7:30 p.m. Regular Business Meeting in the Borough Auditorium

Tuesday, February 6th

Tuesday, February 20th

Tuesday, March 6th

Tuesday, March 20th

Municipal Muse Submitted By: Kelly Santosusso - Borough Clerk RMC

– Special Law Enforcement Officer, Class II. Discussion expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 2.) Matter related to Glover Mill v. Borough of Haddon Heights litigation. Discussion expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. No Formal Action will be Taken. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. All members present voted in favor. Resolution 2017:218 – Resolution Authorizing Transfers of Appropriations. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. Upon a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor with the exception of Councilman DiRenzo who voted no. Resolution 2017:219 – Resolution Approving St. Rose of Lima Parish to Conduct a Poker Night to be held Saturday, December 9, 2017. A motion to adopt was made by Councilman Mrozinski and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. All members present voted in favor, with the exception of Councilwoman Valvardi who abstained. Resolution 2017:220 Resolution Authorizing Solicitation of Request for Proposals for Professional Services for Calendar Year 2018. A motion to adopt was made by Councilman Schroeder and seconded by Councilman Mrozinski. All members present voted in favor.THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE ADDRESSED AT THE NOVEMBER 21, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING:NEW BUSINESS:Resolution 2017:221 – Resolution Authorizing the Payment of Bills and Claims for the Second Half of November. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Councilwoman Lange. All members present voted in favor with the exception of Councilwoman Valvardi who abstained on the payment to Bollinger Prescription.Resolution 2017:222 – Resolution Approving a One-Day Social Affair Permit for St. Rose of Lima Parish for the Purpose of the sale of Beer and Wine - Poker Night – December 9, 2017. A motion to adopt was made by Councilman Schroeder and seconded by Councilwoman Lange. All members present voted in favor with the exception of Councilwoman Valvardi who abstained.

Resolution 2017:223 – Resolution A Resolution Providing for a Meeting Not Open to the Public In Accordance with the Provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-12. 1.) Matter related to the potential purchase of property at Devon Avenue. Discussion is expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 2.) Matter related Glover Mill v. Borough of Haddon Heights litigation. Discussion is expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 3.) Matter related to Borough insurance coverage for the year 2018. Discussion is expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. All members present voted in favor.Resolution 2017:224 – REMOVED FROM AGENDAResolution 2017:225 – Resolution of Support for Safe Routes to School. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. All members present voted in favor.THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE ADDRESSED AT THE DECEMBER 5, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING:NEW BUSINESS:Resolution 2017:226 – Resolution Authorizing Issuance of Planning/Zoning Escrow Refunds. A motion to adopt was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilwoman Valvardi. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:227 – Resolution Supporting the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over 2017 Year End Holiday Crackdown. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Griffith and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:228 – Resolution A Resolution Providing for a Meeting Not Open to the Public In Accordance with the Provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, N.J.S.A. 10:4-12. 1.) Matter related Glover Mill v. Borough of Haddon Heights litigation. Discussion is expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 2.) Matter related to Borough insurance coverage for the year 2018. Discussion is expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and

seconded by Councilwoman Lange. All members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:229 – Resolution Approving A Social Affair Permit for St. Rose of Lima School for a Beef and Beer Fundraiser – January 27, 2018. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Griffith and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. All members voted in favor with the exception of Councilwoman Valvardi who abstained.Resolution 2017:230 – Resolution Authorizing Submission of a Grant Application for Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Griffith and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. All members voted in favor with the exception of Councilman DiRenzo who abstained.Resolution 2017:231 – Resolution Authorizing the Payment of Bills and Claims for the First Half of December. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor with the exception of Council President Griffith and Councilwoman Valvardi who both abstained from the Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield and Vision Services Plan payments.THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE ADDRESSED AT THE DECEMBER 19, 2017 COUNCIL MEETING:NEW BUSINESS:Resolution 2017:232 – Resolution Authorizing the Payment of Bills and Claims for the Second Half of December. A motion to adopt Resolution 2017:232 was made by Councilwoman Valvardi and seconded by Council President Griffith. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor with exception of Council President Griffith and Councilwoman Valvardi who abstained from the payment to the Southern New Jersey Regional Benefit Fund and Councilman Schroeder who abstained from the payment to Jacqueline Schroeder and NO to the payment to Duane Morris.Resolution 2017:233 – Resolution Appointing Municipal Court Judge – Honorable Charles Shimberg. A motion to adopt was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilwoman Valvardi. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:234 – Resolution A Resolution Providing for a Meeting Not Open to the Public In Accordance with the Provisions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act,

N.J.S.A. 10:4-12. 1.) Matter related to personnel in the Police and Fire Departments. Discussion is expected to be ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. 2.) Matter related to Borough insurance coverage for the year 2018. Discussion is expected to be approximately ½ hr. in duration. Formal Action May be Taken. A motion to adopt was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilman Schreiber. All members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:235 – Resolution Authorizing a Program Refund. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Lange and seconded by Councilwoman Valvardi. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:236 – Resolution Authorizing the Transfer of Appropriations. A motion to adopt was made by Council President Griffith and seconded by Councilman DiRenzo. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Following Executive Session, a motion to open the meeting was made by Council President Griffith, seconded by Councilwoman Valvardi. All members present voted in favor. Resolution 2017:237 – Resolution Appointing Special Law Enforcement Officer for the Haddon Heights Police Department. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Griffith and seconded by Councilman Schroeder. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:238 – Resolution Appointing a Career Fire Fighter. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Griffith and seconded by Councilman Schreiber. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor.Resolution 2017:239 – Resolution Appointing a Career Fire Fighter. A motion to adopt was made by Councilwoman Griffith and seconded by Councilman DiRenzo. All members voted in favor with the exception of Councilman DiRenzo who abstained.A Motion to Join a Joint Insurance Fund was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Councilman Schroeder. A motion to select the Garden State Municipal Join Insurance Fund was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Council President Griffith. Upon a roll call vote, all council members voted in favor with the exception of Councilman Schreiber who abstained. (Resolution 2017:240)



Interfaith Caregivers

Now’s the time to take the leap and give back to your community. For over 26 years Interfaith Caregivers has been helping Haddon Heights’ residents 65+ and people with disabilities live

independently and stay active in their community. Our volunteers provide rides to doctors, hairdressers, and social events. We grocery shop and run errands with seniors. Do you or someone you know need Interfaith Caregivers? If so call our office at 354-0298. Many of your neighbors are already helping our 90 Haddon Heights’ clients. Won’t you join them? Give as much time as you have – an hour or two a week or a month. We work around your schedule. Call us whenever you have some time, or check online to see how you can help. Come to our volunteer orientation on Wednesday, February 7 from 7-9:30 pm at the Mabel Kay Senior Center, 24 Walnut Street, Haddonfield or Wednesday, March 7 from 7-9:30 pm at Stanfill Manor, 109 E. Atlantic Avenue, Haddon Heights. For more details, call the Interfaith Caregivers office at 856-354-0298 or email [email protected]. See Our Event Information on Page 7

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PAINTING IN THE STATION AVENUE HISTORIC DISTRICT

The PNC Bank on Station Avenue recently did some restoration and paint work on its historic wooden windows. This colonial revival building with its massive wooden windows and original bank entablature is a contributing and integral part of the Station Avenue Historic District which is listed on the local, State and National Register of Historic Places. The maintenance of the historic windows is well worth the expense. Replacement windows would not provide the same depth or shadows that reflect from the windows. Routine maintenance and painting is permitted in the historic district without Historic Preservation Commission review; however, all renovations and additions require permits and review. The Historic Preservation Commission does not regulate paint colors as paint is considered a temporary thing. The Historic Preservation Commission meets at 7:30 p.m. on the last Thursday of the month. They are available for consultation with any resident who wishes to renovate or restore his home under the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitation whether or not they live in a historic district. Please notice these grand windows the next time you are on Station Avenue!

Historic District

We often give a lot of time to plan our New Year’s Resolutions, and we often forget about them quickly. Now that February and March of 2018 have made us turn to new pages on our calendar, it is never too late to formulate a new resolution to help make 2018 a great year. We have an easy way for you to make this a fabulous year for yourself and others!

Here in Haddon Heights, we have an organization known as Haddon Heights Good Neighbors. Formed in 1979, HHGN provides short-term financial assistance of material nature to residents in need. As an organization of the people, by the people, and for the people of Haddon Heights, we pride ourselves on helping members of our town when they are struggling. After all, shouldn’t a sense of community come with a sense of responsibility?

What better resolution can one make than to help others in our very own town? This can easily be accomplished. One way is to join the HHGN which typically meets the 1st Wednesday of January, May, September, and November. These meetings are held in Borough Hall at 7:00 PM.

Another way is to make a donation to the organization which will be used to help residents in our community. Whether it goes toward rent, utilities, groceries, or home repairs, we investigate every request and independently determine its worthiness. Our hands-on approach ensures that money goes to where it is needed the most.

We want to thank all of you who made generous contributions to the Haddon Heights Good Neighbors Organization during our October 2017 fund raiser. We would also like to thank the Sons of Italy Committee for its generous donation during the holidays. Your support has not gone unnoticed. We hope that you can continue to make a resolution to help our organization.


Haddon Heights Good Neighbors

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WHO ARE THE HADDON HEIGHTS GOOD NEIGHBORS? YOU AREHaddon Heights Good Neighbors is a non-profit, non-sectarian, non-political organization. It has never had a paid employee or officer. All work is done by volunteers, and anyone who makes a donation is a member. No donation is too small and no act of kindness is too inconsequential! There are a couple of ways you can make a donation. You may use PayPal with the following link: http://www.hhgoodneighbors.org/donate.html Or, if you wish to make a donation by check, please make the check out to HHGN, and mail it to:

625 Station Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035856-546-6677 www.hhgoodneighbors.org

Like us on Facebook!Another way to help HHGN financially is through the AmazonSmile program. If you are not familiar with AmazonSmile, it’s a 501(c)(3) private foundation created by Amazon. When first visiting AmazonSmile, you will be prompted to select a charitable organization from almost one million eligible organizations. In order to browse or shop at AmazonSmile, customers must first select a charitable organization. Please select Haddon Heights Good Neighbors. For eligible purchases at AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price to the customer’s selected charitable organization. Essentially, it’s the same as shopping via the Amazon website, it’s just a different portal. https://smile.amazon.com/

Photo: Original house on Maple Avenue


Trouble Brewing Coffee House514 Station Avenue, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

856-617-6638HOURS: Tuesday - Friday 7am - 5pm / Saturday 8am - 5pm / Sunday 8am - 1pm / Monday CLOSED

Thank You for Your Dedication to Our Town

Haddon Heights newest coffee shop opened on October 13, 2017 - Friday the 13th. A date fitting for an establishment named Trouble Brewing, thought owners Catherine “Cat” Short and Tom Hutchison. Trouble Brewing Coffee House, located at 514 Station Ave, is a comfortable, spacious spot to meet up with friends, connect to free Wi-Fi for homework or business needs, or just relax with a great book. The updated space is conducive for gatherings and events or you can reserve the space for your own private party. Trouble Brewing Coffee House proudly serves and sells LaColombe coffee and espresso products along with an assortment of pastries, a light breakfast menu and lunch options, including paninis as well as a soup and mac & cheese of the day. As residents of Haddon Heights, Cat and Tom felt it was important to create a destination for the entire community and something that would

complement existing businesses on Station Ave. “We didn’t want to compete with anyone, just establish a neighborhood coffee shop where everyone feels welcome”, said Cat. With a strong sense of community, they sought out local businesses to help along the way. The crew at E&R Contracting brought new life to the space, ArtSign created their memorable exterior signs, and many other Haddon Heights residents provided services from consulting and space planning to advertising and merchandising. Continuing with the theme, Trouble Brewing serves Redhouse bagels and sells locally baked cookies and handcrafted confections to pair with your hot or cold beverage of choice. “From the beginning we’ve felt a sense of excitement from the community and we appreciate all the support and positive feedback we’ve received”, said Tom. Three months after opening, Tom and Cat have learned a lot about running a business, met a lot of great people, and confirmed what they already knew: Haddon Heights is a great place to be.

Megan Propati SLEO II

Megan Propati has joined the Haddon Heights Police Department as a Special Law Enforcement Officer Class Two (SLEO II). SLEO II Propati comes to HHPD after serving with the Camden County Police Department (Metro Division) for the last 2 years. SLEO II Propati has a Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, minoring in Psychology, as well as a Master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Rutgers University. Furthermore, she also has experience working with at-risk adolescents as a Lead Child Development Specialist with the Center for Family Services in Voorhees, NJ. She currently resides in Cherry Hill and looks forward to serving the residents of Haddon Heights in her new position.

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Programs

Our Winter Session Programs are underway, but it’s may not be too late to join the fun! Many of our fitness classes will try them out to see if they are a good fit and let you join the last handful of weeks of the session. Prices vary depending on the class, please contact the program coordinator for more information. Email [email protected] or 856-546-2585. While this session is in progress, the programs department is hard at work on the planning and scheduling of the upcoming Spring &

Summer Sessions. If you have a program suggestions or questions please do not hesitate to reach out. You will be able to expect the Spring 2018 Programs Brochure to be completed and available online and through the mail Mid-March. Please also make a note that the Summer Program brochure will be printed and mailed in June, but that some of the kid’s summer programs will be posted online as soon as they are confirmed with instructors to help parents plan their summer activities. Thank you for your support throughout the year! Hoping everyone has a happy and healthy 2018!

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Atlantic Avenue Elementary School21 E. Atlantic AvenuePrincipalChrisOrmsby•547-0630

Baptist Regional SchoolThird Avenue & Station AvenueHead Adm. Lynn Conahan 547-2996Snow Closing #1262

Board of Education316A Seventh AvenuePresident Rebecca A. KitchmireSuperintendent Michael Adams

Child Study Team316B Seventh AvenueJocquelineRenner•547-1322

Glenview Avenue Elementary School1700SycamoreStreet•547-7647Principal Samuel Sassano

Haddon Heights Jr./Sr. High School301SecondAvenue•547-1920Principal: Eric RosenAsst. Principal (10-12): Michael RennerAsst. Principal (7-9): Jennifer Arcolesse

New Beginnings Learning Center Nursery School1st United Methodist Church704 Garden StreetDirector:GayleIannitelli•547-4444

Seventh Avenue Elementary School316 Seventh Avenue PrincipalChrisOrmsby•547-0610

St. Rose Elementary School300 Kings HighwayPrincipal Denise Winterberger 546-6166Snow Closing #610

Haddon Heights Schools

Haddon Heights High SchoolThe Haddon Heights Public School District Emergency Closing Number is #563

Wow, a professional development, readiness, get inspired initiative called College, Career, Ready, Set Go was the theme for approximately two hundred seniors at the Haddon Heights High School on Thursday November 16th. Higher Ed Assist, a New Jersey base education company hosted the event and provided a variety of local and regional career and education professionals, 22 to be exact, to share their story and perspectives to students on careers such as nursing, television production, building trades, entrepreneurship, IT/web design. sports marketing to name a few. The event was detailed and structured where students rotated sessions to experience a new perspective and in the end one autographed Philadelphia 76ers basketball was raffled off to one lucky student compliments of the Philadelphia 76ers organization and Matt Yoder.“Our Career, College, Ready, Set, Go” program was a great opportunity for students to engage, be inspired, ask questions, obtain perspectives on careers and education and to listen to professionals tell their story before heading to the next station said founder of Higher Ed Assist Dr. Thomas Maguire. The event kicked off

with Mr. Don Borden, President of Camden County College and Keri Neidgi and Ed Gonzolas from Sallie Mae as guest speakers who touched on many valuable key points such as career/education paths and financing an education. “The point of the program was to create awareness for students,” Dr. Maguire explained. Students may know that a nurse for example assists patients in many ways but understanding what training, education and specific duties are required in addition to listening about experiences is important. “They walked away with enhanced perspectives. It gave students a chance to hear a different voice. ”High Ed Assist’s events are extremely beneficial for students when it comes to determining what type of education if any to pursue, “They may discover that a technical or trade education is a better route to take compared to a four year degree based on their objectives,” he said.Dr. Maguire, founded Higher Ed Assist hosts this initiative all over the tristate area for youth based organization. In

addition to the Career, College, Ready, Set, Go program, Higher Ed Assist partners with colleges and corporate sponsors, to deliver other out-of-the-box career and education programs.For more information on Higher Ed Assist’s programs, visit higheredassist.com.

Photo: Don Borden, President Camden County College. Dr. Thomas Maguire, President Higher Ed Assist, Mr. Eric Rosen, Principal Haddon Heights HS

Photo: Presenter of event, Haddon Heights resident Michael Turner, Owner of Burton Trent Public Affairs, LLC

Career and Education Initiative for Haddon Heights Seniors

Haddon Heights Schools


Do you have a preschool age child, ages 3 to 5, experiencing developmental difficulties with communication, learning, socialization, or motor skills? If so, your child may be eligible for free services through the school district. The district will evaluate children, when warranted, beginning at age 2 years 9 months old. The district provides special education services for eligible preschoolers.If you suspect your preschool age child is developing differently or demonstrating problems learning contact Jocqueline Renner, Director of Special Education, at 547-1322, Ext. 2000 for more information. Information is also available on the Special Education, Project CHILD FIND weblink located on the school district’s website at hhsd.k12.nj.us.

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St. Rose of Lima School

Baptist Regional School

The St. Rose of Lima students are ready for 2018! We will be celebrating our great school during Catholic Schools Week, kicking off on January 28th, following the theme of Learn-Serve-Lead-Succeed. We are blessed to have such a wonderful community surrounding us, where our students strive to make a difference. Our students, families and faculty will be participating in activities including parent and student appreciation days, student book fair, student-teacher volleyball game, and a family pasta dinner. The students will also be participating in service projects for the local community during the week. Join us for Mass on Sun., January 28th at 11:00 am as we begin our celebration of Catholic Schools Week.St. Rose will be hosting our Annual “Falcon Fest” Beef and Beer on Saturday, January 27, 2018 from 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm in the St. Rose gym. Join us as we honor several members of our community with 2018 Achievement Awards: The Most Reverend Dennis J. Sullivan, Bishop of Camden, The Conor O’Kane Foundation and the O’Kane Family, Reginald Beckett, Ceil Payne, and Suzanne Zerone. Tickets are $30 pp and can be purchased online through PayPal on the school section of our website www.strosewebsite.com, click on Beef and Beer link. Please contact Sally Knapp at [email protected] for ticket information.

The St. Rose of Lima School Boys and Girls Basketball teams have started their season. Stop by the St. Rose School gym on Friday nights from 4:00 – 9:00 pm to watch some great basketball!St. Rose is accepting applications for the 2018-19 school year for grades Pre-K through 8th grade. Our preschool, Rosebud Academy has a variety of programs for ages 3-5 at our satellite campus in Barrington. Please contact [email protected] for preschool registration or to schedule a tour of the school. Our next Open House for grades K-8 will be held on Wednesday, January 31st from 9:30 – 11:00 am. We offer a full-day Kindergarten Program and an excellent Before/After Care Program. A Tuition Transfer Grant is offered for students transferring to St. Rose from a non-Catholic school. Please call the Advancement Office at 856-546-6166, ext 309 to schedule a personal tour or for additional information. The St. Rose of Lima Alumni Association continues to grow. Keep up to date on St. Rose events and reunions by sending your contact information and email address to [email protected]. Like our page on Facebook: St. Rose of Lima School and Alumni Association.

St. Rose of Lima Upcoming EventsCatholic Schools Week

January 28th – February 3rd

School Open House for Kindergarten through 8th grade:

Wednesday, Jan. 31st 9:30–11:00 amAnnual Lenten Fish Fry:

Date to come, please contact us!Poker Night:

Saturday, Mar. 17th–7:00 pm, St. Rose gymDesigner Bag Bingo Saturday, April 7th

Annual Golf Outing Monday, May 7th - Save the Date!

Photo: Our students participated in the Knights of Columbus, Santa Maria Council 1443, “Keep Christ in Christmas” poster contest in December. The following students won awards: Christiano Sciarra - 1st place, Estella Zuidema - 1st place, Bruce Zuidema - 2nd place, May Innocenzo - 2nd place, Vance Zuidema - 3rd place, Maggie Ambrose - 3rd place.

Disney PaloozaAll Preschool and Kindergarten age children are invited to join us for Disney Palooza! Come for a fun morning hosted by our award winning A Cappella group, Vocal Forte. Sing Disney songs along with our group, play games, make a craft, and enjoy a snack. For additional information and to make a reservation, call the school office at 856-547-2996 ext 0.DATE: Friday, Feb. 23, 2017TIME: 9:30 a.m.WHERE: Baptist Regional School300 Station Avenue, Haddon Heights

Photo: Last Year nearly 100 boys, girls and parents

came in their Disney costumes and joined Vocal

Forte for a sing-a-long!

Baptist Regional School launches 1:1 ChromebooksChromebooks were launched for the 2017-2018 school year and are being used in the classrooms for research, quizzes, homework and enrichment activities. The chromebooks were rolled out in 1st, 9th, and 11th grades with plans to add three additional grades next year. The faculty has been participating in In-Service activities for the past two years to enable them to effectively integrate technology into the classroom. Part of this program includes offering PreCalculus as an online course utilizing their chromebooks. Mr. Graham Gilbert, an experienced advanced math teacher works with the PreCal students one day a week to keep them on track and answer any questions they may have. Eighteen students are participating in this online course.

Coming Events at Baptist Regional SchoolFebruary 16th - 19th President’s Day Weekend

March 12th - High School Fine Arts Festival in Lancaster, PAMarch 19th - 23rd Senior Trip to Florida

Photo: Juniors using chromebooks in their English class.

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Are You Part of an Organization in Haddon Heights?

Would you like to see your organizations information, achievements, meetings, or upcoming events included in the next

Heights Report? We are always looking for new submissions. For more information about our printing schedules, and to be put on our email reminder list, please contact us at [email protected] or 856-547-7164 ext. 36

With this new year upon us, Haddon Heights Elementary PTG continues to work to bring events, assemblies, and opportunities to the students and staff of our elementary schools.

With great success last year, our PTG sponsored the second annual MLK day of service on Monday, January 15. Under the direction of technology teacher, Mrs Gravener and preschool teacher, Mrs, Goodfriend, families joined together to create hand-tied fleece quilts for the Cozies for Chemo campaign. This non-profit organization provides hand tied fleece blankets to cancer patients throughout the United States and Canada. Service continues to remain a central component to our organization.

The annual Valentine’s day dance will be Friday, February 9 from 6-8 pm This night provides low-cost family fun for the students of our elementary schools. With the teacher basket raffle and DJ playing eclectic tunes, this event remains a popular way to celebrate Valentine’s day together.

Also in February, each elementary school will enjoy school-wide assembly programs from the Mad Science of West New Jersey. The topics and demonstrations include the three states of matter, air pressure (using the Magdeburg Sphere), a Hot Air Balloon, the Mad Science Hovercraft, a giant size vortex generator and finally the Big Sneeze demonstration. We are pleased to present this program as a result of our HHPTG fundraising campaign.

Save the date and join us for our fourth annual Designer Bag Bingo Thursday, March 1 at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church, Cherry Hill. This adult-only evening has grown into one of our biggest fundraisers. Tickets are $30 in advance, $35 at the door. This ticket ensures access to 10 rounds of bingo, 3 basket raffle tickets and one door prize ticket. Consider

grabbing nine friends to reserve a table for $280. Press your luck with the 50/50, basket raffle and silent auction too. Food, drink, and paper products are bring your own, as we enjoy a night-out benefitting our public schools. All profits go back in full to our HHPTG, which provides technology support, teacher grants, enrichment opportunities, and assembly programs for our elementary schools.

To reserve a space in advance, please contact Danielle Linaris at [email protected]. To donate a raffle basket, please contact Jackie Schroeder at [email protected].

Our school wide Science Fair will be held, Thursday, March 22 from 6:00- 8:00 pm at Glenview School. Members of our community are invited to attend this display of student and class exhibitions and experiments from all three schools.

Interested in helping our schools?

We’ve got you covered!

1 - Collect Box Tops for Education off your favorite food, drink, and paper products. Drop them off to any of our three elementary schools.

2 - Use Amazon? Change your settings for the same great service, but using smile.amazon.com and make Haddon Heights Elementary Parent Teacher Group as your charity of choice.

Finally, HHPTG says thanks to all those who attended Hoots & Howls 2017. This was by far our largest turn-out yet! We were able to raise a significant amount of money for our elementary schools while providing an evening of family friendly fun. Thank you to all who donated their time to help.

Haddon Heights Parent Teacher Group


The members of the Haddon Heights Shade Tree Commission wish everyone a happy and healthy new year. We thank all those who help us plant over 1300 seedlings this spring and especially the Haddon Heights Rotary Club for their generous grant that enabled us to plant 2 ½ inch street trees. The Rotary Club has partnered with the Shade Tree Commission for over 30 years. THANK YOU ALL!!!The Holidays are over and SPRING IS AROUND THE CORNER…. Keeping the faith. On these frigid, stuck in the house days, it’s a great time to plan your tree planting and pruning. Trees add to the value of the entire community’s property values. Proper placement of trees in your yard will reduce the cost of heat and air conditioning.In planning your garden please remember that we have a statewide ban on the planting of ASH TREES!! If you would like more information related to the Emerald Ash Borer please review information on the state website at emeraldashborer.nj.gov.When planting please be mindful to properly place your trees to avoid collisions with power lines and buildings, and always call for utility mark-outs.Each year we have more resident requests for tree planting and pruning than our budget and manpower can provide. You can help to increase

our tree canopy by planting on the curb strip, provided you notify the Shade tree Commission in advance with the location and tree species. The proper planting tree list is provided on the borough website.We are aware that at times your request for removal or pruning is listed for a period of time or you may have an issue with a tree on the curb strip area. NO TREE CAN BE REMOVED OR PRUNED WITHOUT APPROVAL BY THE BOROUGH!!!!. We encourage home owners to maintain the trees along the curb. However, it is imperative that all maintenance is conducted in accordance acceptable Arboriculture Guidelines and by a licensed operator. WE MUST BE NOTIFIED IN ADVANCE!!!We are always available to answer your tree questions. Happy Planting.The best day to plant a tree was yesterday, the second best is today!

Haddon Heights Shade Tree Commission

ROBERT BROWN, P.C.Tax & Public Accountant610 Station Avenue Suite 1 Telephone: 856-546-0770 Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 Fax: 856-546-4640 Email: [email protected]

Bookkeeping Service: Quickbook software installations for business or personal – write up cash receipts, cash disbursements and bank reconciliations – no job to small.Full Payroll Service: Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or yearly payrolls calculated, payroll tax returns filed including W-2’s and 1099’s.Full Tax Service: Individual, Estate, LLC, Corporate and Partnership tax returns.

Year Round Office hours! We are available for any and all questions you may have!

It’s Almost Spring Again!

Kings Run, the 66 con unit condominium building on East Atlantic, is part of the White Horse Pike Historic District and listed as an “intrusion” because it was built after the 1890-1920’s period the District protects. It had been the site of Mayflower Moving & Storage’s offices, warehouse and parking lot. The building was built to be “compatible” in the district having complimentary building materials and design. Now the condominiums have been completely sold and the owner of the vacant units has left the building. Management is being turned over to the Home Owners’ Association. While the building is over-55 and adults only, 20% of the units may be owned by someone younger.

Residents are a varied group: 25 people moved from within Heights; some have children nearby; some are snowbirds; some are handicapped; some are bikers, walkers and exercise enthusiasts; some couples, some singles, some widowed, some sisters. Some have been friends for 60 years; some graduated from HHHS; some rediscovered people with whom they went to first grade! All are nice people and happy they made the move to Kings Run. There is no sample now, so if you are interested in moving to Kings Run when a vacancy arises, contact a local realtor.

Rose Fitzgerald, Resident and Historic Preservation Committee

Kings Run at Haddon Heights - SOLD OUT!


For more information about any of these programs or about the Haddon Heights Library please check out our website at www.haddonheightslibrary.com, on Facebook or you can also give us a call at (856) 547-7132

Haddon Heights Library and Stanfill Manor Senior Center Present: Introduction to Facebook Stanfill Manor Senior Center and the Haddon Heights Library have partnered together again to provide a basic Introduction to Facebook class for the senior citizen residents of Haddon Heights. This introduction is for people who do not have a Facebook account but would like to start one. We will get your account open and show you how to post messages and connect with friends. The class will be held on Friday, March 16 at 9:00 a.m. at the Haddon Heights Library. This class will be taught using library computers, so you don’t need to bring anything with you. The class size will be limited so please call the library to register at 856-547-7132. Introduction to Instagram In addition to our Facebook class, Stanfill Manor and the Haddon Heights Library are also happy to offer a basic Introduction to Instagram class for the senior population of Haddon Heights. The class will take people through the sign-up process, posting their first picture and connecting with friends and family. Instagram, like Facebook, is a social media platform that allows us to stay in touch with our loved ones. Unlike Facebook, Instagram centers around photos and videos only. The class will be held on Friday, March 23 at 9:00 a.m. at the Haddon Heights Library. This class will be taught with smart phones only, so please bring your smart phone with you. The class size will be limited so please call the library to register at 856-547-7132.

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Foreign Movie Series Please join us for our foreign film series, which is held the fourth Thursday of every month. The films start at 6:30 p.m. and all are welcome. The next films will be shown on February 22 and March 22. Stop by the library for a full schedule with a list of titles.

Tax Forms Available at the Library The library has tax forms available for the public. These forms are free of charge and are provided by the IRS. If forms you require weren’t provided to us, library staff can access them from the State and Federal websites at 15 cents per page.

Tax-Aide at the Library The Haddon Heights Library will host the AARP Tax-Aide program again this year, beginning on Monday, February 5. The program will be held every Monday, except for Presidents’ Day (February 19) through April 16. Tax assistance on these days will run from 12 – 3:30. This year the AARP is adding a limited amount of appointments. Please call 856-477-3342 and leave your name, number and the best time to reach you. Someone will call you to schedule an appointment.

Tax-Aide volunteers are trained to assist with filing the 1040 Form and the more standard of the schedules, including Schedules A & B. Electronic filing is offered at most sites, with no charge to the taxpayer. Taxpayers must bring photo ID, last year’s return and all the necessary items they receive to file their taxes. Call 547-7132 for more information.


At Girl Scouts, the next opportunity to stand up, speak up, and take the lead is never far away. With us, you’ll discover the G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-Taker, Leader)™ in you, and watch her shine, again and again. Will you find a sustainable solution to a problem in your community? Will you explore the great outdoors? Build a robot? Learn to code? Conduct an experiment?With us, the possibilities are truly endless. Discover all you can be and everything you can accomplish when you have the right tools and a safe space to shine—and work together to change the world.

Haddon Heights Cub ScoutsHaddon Heights Cub Scout Pack 163 serves boys from kindergarten through 5th grade. In Cub Scouting, boys and their families have fun and adventure in a program that builds character and instills values. Community events, service projects, historical outings, camping, hiking, fishing, orienteering and sporting events are just some of the activities that Cub Scouts do with

their families and friends. Come out and see how much fun Cub Scouting can be! For more information you can follow us on Facebook or email: [email protected]

Haddon Heights Girl Scout Troop 30751

Haddon Heights Soccer Club

Haddon Heights Field HockeyCelebrating 13 years of sharing field hockey love with girls in Haddon Heights, Audubon,

Barrington, Bellmawr, Goucester City, Oaklyn, Haddon Twp, Collingswood, Cherry Hill, Mt Ephraim, and Lawnside

If you have Questions or would like more information about our program please contact [email protected]

Check out field hockey options at HEIGHTSFIELDHOCKEY.org

Before you know it, spring will be here! Be on the look out for Haddon Heights Soccer Club fall rec soccer registration beginning on March 1st. In addition, 2018 travel tryouts will be held in late April or early May. We will also be offering various training programs throughout the spring months. For more information go to www.haddonheightssoccer.net.

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Photos of Brownies of Troop 30751 completing their Snack Badge.

Troop 30751 Christmas Sock Exchange at Magnolia Garden Center

Photos from the 2018 Annual Pinewood Derby

Haddon Heights Baptist Church

First Presbyterian Church of Haddon Heights28 Seventh Avenue547-6139fpchaddonheights.orgRev. Eliza Cramer JaremkoSunday 10 a.m.

Joy Community Fellowship1701 Sycamore Street546-1188www.joynj.orgMark Savidge, PastorSunday 10 a.m.

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church“Everyone is Welcome at St. Mary’s - Come Worship With Us” White Horse Pike and Green Streets547-3240www.stmaryshhnj.org Sunday Eucharist at 10:00 a.m. with Sunday School

St. Rose of Lima RC Church300 Kings Highway547-0564www.strosenj.com www.facebook.com/SRLHaddonHeightsNJE. Joseph Byerley, ReverendSaturday, 8:30 am, 5:30 pm;Sunday 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am, 6:30 pm

First United Methodist Church704 Garden Street547-3300www.fumchhnj.orgRev. Ayn MaskerExpress Church 9:00 - 9:20 at McDonalds - come as you are -Traditional Worship 10:04 in the sanctuary

Haddon Heights Baptist Church300 Station Avenue547-3579www.haddonheightsbaptist.orgRev. John Stevenson, Interim PastorSunday 10:45 am, 6 pmWednesday Awana & Bible Study, 7 pm


120th Anniversary CelebrationFebruary is “Anniversary Month” at Haddon Heights Baptist Church and this year the borough’s first church, founded in 1898, four years before the borough’s incorporation, celebrates its 120th year of existence.

Special events will occur all of February. The centerpiece of the month is “Anniversary Sunday,” February 4th. After an AM service of celebration, the congregation will enjoy an all-church dinner, followed by an afternoon of remembrances and recollections of the church’s history, as well as a challenge from God’s Word with a look to the future of the church in the community. All are welcome.

AwanaWith the holidays behind, Awana clubbers thronged back to club in January with a renewed vigor to push through their handbooks, working toward the goal of finishing strong in Scripture memorization and Bible study.

Training for “AwanaGames” competition begins in February, with an eye on the prize at the March 3rd event.

In March, “SpeedStacking” and the annual “Grand Prix Races” are the focus of clubbers. Skills at stacking cups competitively will be worked on feverishly, as will the design and construction of pinewood race cars for the gala race event on the evening of March 23rd.

Awana, which stands for Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed, is a kids club for children age 3 through 6th grade. Emphasis is on wholesome game activities, Scripture memorization and Bible-based teaching. Awana meets Wednesdays, September through April, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. All are welcome and parents of clubbers may attend Bible Study groups held at the same time as the clubs.

Youth GroupsThe church’s Jr/Sr High Youth Group meets on Wednesdays from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm September through June. Come for food, fun, fellowship, a challenging speaker, good music and games.

The group plans an exciting “Escape Room Mystery” event on January 28 at 7:00 pm. Pastor Jake invites all teens to come help solve the intriguing mystery he has for you.

Jr/Sr February and March events had yet to be scheduled at this printing, but are available on the church website and Facebook.

The church’s College and Career group, Crossroads, ages 18-30, meets every other Monday at 7:30 pm for Bible Study. January events include an “Escape Room Mystery” event on January 27 at 7:30 pm. The Quest group of young marrieds (age 20-40) will enjoy the same event on Sunday, January 28 at 1:00 pm.

Day of Prayer & Granny ClubHaddon Heights Baptist Church believes that a foundational reason the church has been in existence for 120 years is the commitment of its members to praying for one another. Wednesday Prayer Meeting has been in existence for all of those 120 years. Now, the church is adding a monthly Day of Prayer to lift up the fellowship in prayer to the Lord around the clock on the second Tuesday of every month. In addition, a Granny Club meets on the first Thursday of every month for grandmothers to meet and uphold their grandkids in prayer.

On January 27 at 9:30 am, the ladies of the Women’s Ministry will gather for a “Swap Till You Drop” event. Ladies may bring home goods they don’t need and swap them for items other ladies don’t need.

Sunday ScheduleSunday School & Com. Groups for all ages 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Morning Worship Service 10:45 am - 12:00 pm

Children’s Church 11:15 am - 12:00 pm

Evening Worship Service 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wednesday Awana Clubs 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Wednesday Prayer Meeting/Bible Study 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm

Find out more about us the church at www.haddonheightsbaptist.org or call (856) 547-3579

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St Mary’s Episcopal Church


Yes, It’s a real conversation – and, unfortunately, not an uncommon one. One of the challenges of life at St. Mary’s is the absence of a visible entrance! The main door opens onto Green Street – which essentially serves as a drop-off/pick-up spot for parents entrusting their children to the Atlantic Avenue School. That means most people who travel Green Street are watching for children, not taking in the sights! But we are open, and we hope you know you are welcome to stop in for a service or a few quiet moments of prayer or even for a cup of coffee/tea and conversation. You don’t need to be Episcopal to come. You don’t even need to be a regular church go-er of any kind. Here are some of the upcoming events we hope you will consider: Sunday, February 11th, 4 p.m. - Sundays at Four. The Arts are God’s way of allowing limited human beings to share in God’s own creative nature. This is the third of our 2017-2018 wonderful (and free to all) Sundays at Four concerts. Come enjoy an afternoon of favorite operatic arias and other highlights along with popular Broadway tunes and valentine treats. Featuring: Dorothy Cardella, soprano, James R. Longacre, tenor and Mark Yurkanin, piano.Wednesday, February 14th - The moment of grace we call “Ash Wednesday”. There will be several opportunities to receive blessings and to hear God calling us individually and as a community to repentance and change. For those who would like to come to church to receive the blessing of ashes, our Wednesday Eucharist with Healing Prayers at 10 a.m. will include distribution of ashes. We will also have the church open for simple distribution of ashes between 2:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. We will have Evening Prayer followed by distribution of ashes at 6:30 p.m. For those who cannot make it to church to be blessed with ashes, we will participate in the “Ashes to Go” program this year. “Ashes to Go” brings the spirit and human longing together, outside of the church building, into the busy places busy people pass every day, including street corners and parks, transit centers, businesses. The locations you can find us will be posted on our Facebook page and on our website – StMarysHHnj.orgWednesdays in Lent: February 21st, February 28th, March 7th, March 14th, and March 21st – Prayer, Food, and Conversation. We invite you to join us on Wednesday evenings for Evening Prayer (6:00 p.m.), followed by a simple meal of bread and soup (6:30 p.m), and then followed by conversation which will feed your spirit (ending no later than 8:00 p.m.). You are welcome to join us for any part of the evening, even if you can’t stay the whole time. If your body, spirit, or mind need nourishment, this is an event for you!

Fridays in Lent: February 16th, February 23rd, March 2nd, March 9th, March 16th, and March 23rd - The Way of the Cross Today (3 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.) The 3 p.m. service will be a more traditional Stations of the Cross, which commemorates the great suffering of Jesus in his last days. The 6:30 p.m. service will invite us to reflect on the path of those carry the cross today, suffering because we – as God’s people – have not yet learned to live in love. Those who are concerned with the big questions (like - “How can a good and loving God let people suffer?”) may be drawn to the evening service and will be warmly welcomed!Palm Sunday, March 25th, 10:00 a.m. – Traditional Palm Sunday Eucharist with the procession with palms. Also on Palm Sunday, March 25th, at 4:00 p.m. – Sundays at Four. In this fourth of our 2017 – 2018 concerts, we will present “The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Theodore Dubois. Combined choirs featuring Teresa Bonilla, soprano, Danny Eyerman, tenor and Jeff Chapman, baritone. William Fenimore, organist with Kyle Sheppard, guest conductor.Wednesday, March 28th, 6:30 p.m. – The Service of Shadows & Darkness (also known as the Service of Tenebrae). Tenebrae is a prolonged meditation on Christ’s suffering. Readings trace the story of Christ’s passion, music portrays his pathos, and the power of silence and darkness suggests the drama of this momentous day. As lights are extinguished, we ponder the depth of Christ’s suffering and death; we remember the cataclysmic nature of his sacrifice as we hear the overwhelming sound of the “strepitus”; and through the return of the small but persistent flame of the Christ candle at the conclusion of the service, we anticipate the joy of ultimate victory.Maundy Thursday, March 29th, 7:30 p.m. – Maundy Thursday Eucharist, including the Washing of Feet. Following the service, we will maintain a Vigil at the Garden or Altar of Repose until midnight. The Vigil will resume at 6:00 a.m. and will continue until 11:00 a.m. You are welcome to visit our church during any of these hours.Good Friday, March 30th, at noon. – The Service of the Passion. Saturday, March 31st, 8:30 p.m. – the Great Vigil of Easter service. This is the first service of Easter Day. This joyous celebration which includes light, lessons, music, Baptisms and Renewal of Baptismal vows, and the Easter Communion. Sunday, April 1st, 10:00 a.m. – The Day of Resurrection Eucharist. A second joyous celebration of the Lord’s resurrection!

February brings with it the chance of snow and cold weather that tends to keep us at home by the fireplace and unwilling to make the effort to go places and participate in events and activities.Taking the opportunity to enjoy an afternoon in a warm, welcoming place is well worth the effort, especially when you can spend that time listening to great music performed by amazing artists.That will be the case on Sunday, February 11th when St. Mary’s Episcopal Church hosts the first of its 2018 concerts that are part of the “Sundays at Four” series. Soprano Teresa Bonilla and tenor Danny Eyerman, as well as other singers from the Glassbrook Vocal Ensemble of Princeton, New Jersey will feature a wide variety of music that can be enjoyed by everyone.The following month on Sunday, March 25th at 4pm, St. Mary’s will feature combined choirs, along with soprano Teresa Bonilla, tenor Danny Eyerman and baritone Jeff Chapman, performing “The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Theodore DuBois. Guest conductor, Kyle Sheppard will be in the house and St. Mary’s organist and choirmaster, William Fenimore, will be accompanying the singers on St. Mary’s 52 rank Shantz organ. This concert takes place on Palm Sunday and is a perfect way to begin a contemplative Holy Week in preparation for Easter Sunday on April 1st.Both of these concerts are free and open to the public. For more information, contact St. Mary’s at 856-214-3317.

Me: “It’s St. Mary’s Episcopal Church”Other: “Where’s that?”Me: “Corner of the White Horse Pike & Green Street”Other: “hmm.. But I’ve never noticed any church there.”Me: “Long red brick building, right there on the corner of Green & the Pike.” Other: “hmmm…. Must be new”Me: “Nope. Since 1909!”Other: “Hmm.. Oh, now I can sort of picture it. But isn’t that place closed? And where the heck is there a door anyway?”


The Community Centeris located at 321 Seventh Ave. It offers a spacious main room with french doors leading to a fenced in yard. It is equipped with a full kitchen & sound system. Round tables & padded chairs are supplied and set up for you by the borough for each event. The Community Center accommodates up to 100 guests.

Planning a Party or Event? Need to find a space to host your next party? Look no further! Haddon Heights has two facilities to offer you! The Cabin and The Community Center are available to rent for private parties and functions. Perfect for BBQs, Bridal and Baby Showers, Graduation Parties, Birthday Parties, Receptions, Book Clubs and more! No need to stress about getting your house ready, let Haddon Heights get the room ready for you. What better way to celebrate! Hoff ’s Playground is conveniently located next to the Cabin and adjacent to the Community Center, children can play within view of adults enjoying their event. There is ample street parking for all of your guests.If interested in renting one of your hometown’s facilities, you can find all the information and pricing on the borough’s website at www.haddonhts.com. Just select rentals from the list on the left and select either the Community Center or Cabin for their specific rental information. Both pages offer a slide-show of photos taken of the facilities (some items pictured were rented from an outside source and brought in by the renter.) You will also find a link to a PDF version of our required rental agreement paperwork. The spaces are rented on a first come, first serve basis. If you are interested in a specific date we recommend calling the office at 856-547-7164 ex. 36 to see if the date and time you would like are available. We can put a tentative hold on the date, while you fill out the paperwork and send it/drop it off to our office along with the required security deposit check. and also a link to print out the required rental agreement. These tentative holds last for a short period of time before they would be released to the next renter. If you have questions or would like to check on the availability of a date/time, please contact Julie Yuhaze at 547-7164 ext. 36 or email at [email protected].

The Cabin is located at 600 Lippincott Lane. The Cabin offers a charming space which includes a gas fireplace, a small warming kitchen area with a full size refrigerator and audio visual equipment. Tables and chairs are supplied and set up for every event. The Cabin accommodates up to 40 guests.

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