WIN PRIZES, ENJOY A NIGHT OUT
SEWELL — Back by popular demand: Designer Bag Bingo! This popular event will take place on Sunday, Dec. 4 at Glassboro VFW Post 679 (275 Wilmer St.). Doors open at 5 p.m. Bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Congregation B’nai Tikvah-Beth Israel of Sewell, the evening also features door prizes, a gift basket auction, […]
Community Painting Class
BRIDGEPORT – A Community Painting Class will be held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Fellow Ship Hall on 7 Church Street in Bridgeport on Sunday Nov. 27 from noon to 2 p.m. The cost is $40 per person. Snowmen will be the theme of the art project.
LOCAL DOCTOR TO TRADE HEALTH SERVICES IN EXCHANGE FOR FOOD FOR LOCAL FOODBANK
GIBBSTOWN — The Paulsboro/Gibbstown Food Bank will be holding its annual food drive the week of Nov. 13 through Nov. 20. A special event, “Community Appreciation Day” will take place Saturday, Nov. 19 at Gibbstown Chiropractic Center PA, located at 360 E. Broad Street in Gibbstown. Dr. Blaise K. Glodowski, of Gibbstown Chiropractic Center PA, […]
Kings’s Things’ Carl Rainer Named Volunteer of the Year
SWEDESBORO — This time each year we give thanks for the many blessing we receive. The people at King’s Things are so thankful for the support of community, the many churches and the volunteers helping to fulfill their mission “To Feed and Clothe the Needy”. This year the Senior Corp has named Carl Rainer “Volunteer […]
Swedesboro Library Happenings
Register for your favorite programs! Adults: Make your own Thanksgiving Center Piece – Tuesday, Nov. 8 – 6:30 p.m. Join us for this fun craft and get into the spirit of Thanksgiving! Space is limited, please register. Sewing – Wednesdays, Nov. 9 – 6-8 p.m. Learn basic sewing skills with Miss Virginia. Bring your own […]
Gloucester County NAACP to Honor 2016 Game Changers
DEPTFORD — The Gloucester County NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) hosted its Annual Freedom Fund Dinner & Gam Changers Awards presentation on Oct. 30. Many past and present award winners, joined by corporate sponsors, public officials, family, friends and community members gathered to socialize, reminisce and honor the 2016 Game Changers: […]
NOVEMBER – MODEL RAILROAD MONTH OPEN HOUSE 2016
SWEDESBORO — Local modelers are opening their homes, including one very popular location in Swedesboro, to the public for viewing their efforts and interesting others in the hobby of model railroading. Since November is National Model Railroad Month this has become an annual event enjoyed by many. These local railroads are operated year around by […]
Arizona Fugitive Arrested in Swedesboro
WOODBURY — Brian D. McFarland, of Swedesboro, was arrested on Oct. 17 by the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s office as a wanted fugitive by the State of Arizona. McFarland, 43, was taken into custody at his Swedesboro residence without incident. McFarland waived an extradition hearing and agreed to return to Arizona. According to the Arizona Department […]
Wine & Cheese Fundraiser For SJ Land & Water Trust
SWEDESBORO — Join the nonprofit South Jersey Land & Water Trust on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Salem Oak Vineyards for its annual “Wine & Cheese” fundraiser. This event will serve to commemorate the organization’s recent move of its headquarters to a preserved 40-acre parcel of land, the Oldmans Creek Preserve, […]
November Issue Dragon News
SENIORS OF THE MONTH FOR SEPTEMBER JESSICA LAIL, daughter of Mark and Karin Lail of Mickleton. School Activities: Captain of Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Track and Field, Executive Member of Student Council, National Honor Society President, Student Ambassador, Interact, PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving), World Language National Honor Society, and STEM Academy. Out of […]