County Library Programs for October 2026

For more information or to register, visit our website at www.gcls.org. GLASSBORO LIBRARY Children’s Programs Baby Storytime: Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Toddlers, babies, and their adults enjoy songs, rhymes, movement, and stories as we build developmentally appropriate early literacy and kindergarten readiness skills. Best for ages 0-2. Please register. Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Enjoy […]
Class of 2027: A New Year for All Of Jersey

Kingsway Regional High School’s first day of school was Sept. 2. For the seniors of the Class of 2027, it was the last first day of high school, while for the freshmen of the Class of 2030, it was the first of many more firsts of high school. The new school year came with changes […]
TREE PLANTING WORKSHOP, OCT. 24

WOOLWICH TWP. — The Swedesboro Woolwich Joint Environmental Commission (SWJEC) is hosting a free tree planting and maintenance workshop on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Woolwich Township Municipal Building. The workshop will be led by Urban Forester & Restoration Ecologist Andrew Conboy (Instagram @andrew_the_arborist) and participants will get a […]
EAST GREENWICH SENIORS EVENTS

The East Greenwich Senior Citizen Committee offers a range of regular and special activities for residents over age 55 to build friendships and foster community involvement. Meetings and Volunteer Opportunities Monthly meetings: First Thursday, 10 a.m., East Greenwich Municipal Building, 159 Democrat Road, Mickleton. Our next meeting is on Oct. 1. New members and volunteers are always welcome […]
CHICKEN BBQ FUNDRAISER, OCT. 18

SWEDESBORO — Bethesda United Methodist Church located at 1435 Kings Highway in Swedesboro, will be holding a Chicken Barbecue Fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 18 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. Dinners will cost $20 per ticket. It will consist of a half side of Rode’s barbecue chicken along with two sides and a roll. Dinners […]
Some things bad (but good) for you and some things that are really good for you

I originally wrote a nutritional column using fall squash. Then I looked at the calendar and changed my mind. It’s October so why not celebrate with some Halloween recipes? MUMMY DOGS 1 can refrigerate crescent rolls 10 hog dogs or mini hot dogs Mustard or ketchup for the eye Preheat oven to 375°F. Open crescent […]
Woolwich Brings the Community Together for Better Health

WOOLWICH TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Township of Woolwich, through its new Health and Wellness Committee, is inviting residents to take part in programs designed to make healthy living more accessible and connected. Its first initiatives include a community Health and Wellness Fair, monthly walks with the Mayor, and a virtual Healthy Holidays program. Established in […]
WOODSTOWN BY CANDLELIGHT, DEC. 4

WOODSTOWN — Please join us for the 50th Anniversary of the Woodstown by Candlelight to be held on Friday, Dec. 4. Get into the holiday spirit by spending the evening with family and friends touring over a dozen historic Woodstown homes decorated for the holiday season, as well as local businesses, the Woodstown Central railroad, […]
October 2026 Issue

CIECKA — Marguerite E. Ciecka, 91 of Woolwich Township passed away Aug. 1 at the home of her daughter where she had resided for the past three years. Born in Philadelphia, she resided in Bensalem before moving to Woolwich Township 17 years ago. Marguerite was an EKG Technician at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia. She had […]
Mullica Hill Fall Festival, Oct. 10 & 11

MULLICA HILL — Pumpkin season is in full swing, and Mullica Hill is ready to celebrate fall in festive style! Join us for the 54th Annual Fall Festival and Living History Weekend on Oct. 10 and 11. The festival will take place on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 […]