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The SoJO COMMUNITY CALENDAR is a listing of events for the whole family in South Jersey. Let us know what's going on in your community or with your non-profit club or organization. Send SoJO 104.9 an email with all the information.
Now thru March 24
CCSPA "Black Tail" Cat Promotion Kick-Off The Cumberland County SPCA will be hosting a fun, informal wine and cheese hour to launch our adoption campaign for cats who are black or black and white. You are invited to stop in the shelter at 1244 N. Delsea Drive to enjoy the complimentary refreshments on Wednesday, February 24 from 6pm - 7pm and visit with our feline friends hoping to find their forever homes. The "Black Tail" adoption campaign will run from February 24th through March 24th. All cats who are black or black and white will be available for adoption at a reduced fee of $60. During this time period, cats who have been previously been combo tested, will be available for $80. A cat safety collar must be provided by you at the time of adoption, or you may purchase one from the shelter when you pick up your new pet.
Now thru March 31
Order Sons of Italy in America Scholarship
The Antonio Meucci Mainland Lodge #2613 of the Order Sons of Italy in American will be awarding the Eugene and Barbara Compton Scholarship in the amount of $2500 to a graduating high school senior of the Class of 2010 who is of Italian heritage and resides in Somers Point, Linwood, Northfield, Pleasantville, Absecon, EHT or Galloway Township. It will be coompetitively based on essay, academics, financial need, community service, leadership, recognition/awards and scholastic activities. The deadline for applications is March 21, 2010. Students should apply through their schools guidance office or phone 609-646-0299 for more information.
Wednesday, March 17
Harlem Wizards are Coming on March,17,2009 The Osage Elementary School in Voorhees, NJ will be hosting the Harlem Wizards for a Basketball versus our faculty on Wednesday, March 17th at the Eastern High School at 7pm.
Thursday, March 18
Preventing Childhood Obesity Lecture Shore Memorial Hospital will be hosting a medical lecture about preventing childhood obesity at 6pm at Shore Memorial's Conference Center on the corner of New York Avenue and Shore Road. Dr. Magna Chang Dias, pediatrician and medical director of CHOP Newborn and Pediatric Care at Shore Memorial will discuss issues concering childhood obesity, including prevention and managment through exercise and proper nutrition. Admission is free. To register visit www.shorehealthtoday.com ro call 609-653-3400.
American Red Cross 2010 Gala
Join the American Red Cross Burlington County Chapter at their annual Gala - "Spring for the Red Charity in Bloom" from 6pm - 11pm at The Merion located at 1901 Route 130 South in Cinnaminson. There will be live and silent auctions, entertainment, music, cocktails, dinner, dessert and lots of fun. Dinner Tickets are $100 or a table of ten for $1,000, which includes a ¼ page ad in the program book. For more information call (609) 267-9595 ext. 105 or visit www.redcrossbcnj.org.
Friday, March 19-21
Holy Spirit High School Presents Godspell Enjoy one of the biggest off-Broadway and Broadway successes of all time at Holy Spirit High School Theatre March 19-21. Show times are Friday March 19th and Saturday March 20th at 8pm and Sunday, march 21st at 2pm. Tickets are $10 for adults/children and $8 for Senior Citizens. Get tickets in advance by callin 609-646-3000 X333 or visit www.holyspirithighschool.com. Tickets will also be available at the door.Friday, March 19 Copper Fish Seafood & SteaksCooking Demo
Renowned Chef Geoffrey Johnson is hosting an evening with Lorraine Ranalli and Gravy Wars at his Copper Fish Restaurant in Cape May, NJ. Executive Chef Johnson and self-proclaimed Saucy Chef Ranalli (the cook next door!) will entertain with a cooking demo at 6:30, featuring selections from Ranalli's book. Guests will have an opportunity to sample from a buffet of the chef's selections.
Reservations are required. $50/person includes dinner and a copy of Gravy Wars. Seating is limited, so call today! 609.898.0354.
Copper Fish Seafood & Steaks is located at 1246 Route 109 South, Cape May, NJ08204.
Sunday, March 21 Borders Book Signing & Belle Pizzelle Cookie Demo
Meet Gravy Wars author Lorraine Ranalli at Borders in Mays Landing on Sunday, March 21 at 2:00 PM. In addition to personalizing copies of her book, Lorraine will conduct a lively interactive discussion about Italian-American culture followed by a pizzelle demonstration with Denise DiNorscia Williams of BellaPizzelle.com. Guests will have the pleasure of sampling these sweet Italian cookies as well. So, get there early before they're all gone!
Saturday & Sunday March 20-21
A Garden of Quilts
Don't miss "A Garden of Quilts" quilts show at WheatonArts in Millville from 10am to 5pm both days. It's the largest judged show in South Jersey. The show is included in the price of admission to WheatonArts - $8 for adults and children five and under are free. Visit www.wheatonarts.org for more information.
Sunday, March 21
South Jersey Mothers of Multiples Sale
South Jersey Mothers of Multiples is hosting their Children's Clothing and Equipment Sale from Noon to 2pm at The Blue Barn - Evesham Recreation Center at Memorial Park - 1004 Tuckerton Road in Marlton. Used and Gently used items including clothing, toys, baby gear, equipment, strollers, cribs, maternity wear, high chairs and much more! This event is open to the public and everyone is welcome! Visit www.sjmoms.com for details!
Thursday, March 25 - Sunday, March 27
Country Shore Women's Club 27th Annual Children's Production
Country Shore Women's Club will be performing its 27th annual production for children - "Searching For Nemo" directed by Ocean City High School Juniors - Taryn Seifert, Bridget McKinley and Cody Barr at Upper Township Elementary Schoo on Tuckahoe Road in Marmora. Performaces are on Thursday, March 25th at 6pm, Friday March 26th and Saturday March 27th at 3 and 7pm and on Sunday, March 27th at 3pm. Tickets are $5 in advance by call in Carolyn at 390-0668. Tickets can also be purchased at the door for $6.
Saturday, March 27
Spring Fine Art, Craft, and Antique Show Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Linwood will present it's annual spring fine art, craft and antique show from 9am to 4pm in the parish hall located on Wabash and Polar Avenues. The event will feature seasonal hand crafted items, original art work, photography, homemade candies, and a whole lot more. There is no admission to the event and lunch will be available.
Sunday, March 28
Palm Sunday Breakfast
The Recreation Club of Vineland will host their annual Palm Sunday Breakfast from 7am to Noon with an all you can eat menu featuring scrambled eggs, pancakes italian sausage, ham, potatoes, bread & butter, coffee and orange for $6 for adults and $3 children at the club located at 626 Washington Avenue, Vineland. For more information call 856-638-9629.
Wednesday, March 31
The Arc of Atlantic County 2010 Tribute Dinner The Arc of Atlantic County will hold its 2010 Tribute Dinner and a Silent Auction honoring Congressman Patrick Kennedy from 5:30pm to 9pm in the Palladium Ballroom at Caesars Atlantic City. For more information or to purchase tickets visit arcatlantic.org.
Saturday, April 3
8th Annual Ship Bottom Sprint for Life
The Sprint for Life is a 5K Run/Fitness Walk benefiting the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Registration starts at 10:00 am at the Ship Bottom Boat Ramp W. 10th St. and Shore Ave Ship Bottom. Race starts at 12:30pm. For more information click shipbottomsprint.com.
Saturday, April 10
"The Comedy Tornado" Featuring Comedian Paul Venier This show is presented by Comedy Blast Inc, and sponsored by Hammonton Fire Company No. 2. The date for the event is Saturday, April 10. The event will be held at Hammonton Fire Company No. 2. The address is 51 N. White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037. The cost is $25.00 per ticket which includes the show, buffet, and refreshments. Schedule for the evening is 7:30pm - 8:30 pm dinner will be served, 8:30 - 10:30 showtime. Tickets are available in advance by contacting the firehouse at 609-567-4330 and Hammontonfire2@yahoo.com or by speaking to any fire company #2 member directly. All attendees must be at least 18 years ols or accompanied by an adult. Tickets are non-refundable, but are transferable.
Sunday, April 11
Craft & Vendor Fair The Lacey Township High School PTSA holds a Craft & Vendor Fair. For more information click lthsptsa.org or call 609-971-5097.
Saturday, April 17
Boating Safely Course
Brigantine Flotilla 85 of the U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary conducts the About Boating Safely classes starting with the first class on at 8:30 A.M.This class will be taught by qualified U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary instructors and upon successful completion a NJ Boating Safety Certificate will be issued. Each class will run approximately 8 hours and a lunch will be provided.Location for the class is 31st and Bayshore in Brigantine.Class size is limited so please register early.You may register by calling (609) 926-7607.A $50 prepaid registration is required. Additional classes will be held throughout the spring and summer.
Sunday, April 18
South Jersey Mom Magazine 1st Parenting Conference
South Jersey Mom Magazine will host a Parenting Conference from 8am to 4:30pm at the Mt. Laurel Marriott.
This jam-packed day will educate and inspire parents, no matter how many children they have or how long they've been a parent. The Conference activities will teach positive, practical, parenting that is new and relevant. Attendees will also win fabulous prizes, get FREE massages and amazing gift bags! You don't want to miss this event! Visit www.sjmomparentconference.comfor more information.
Street Wars Six
Fight breast cancer at Street Wars Six at Stockton College all day! Show your car club, car bulder, classic car pride to help find a cure for breast cancer!
Saturday, April 24
A Pampered Affair The New Brooklyn United Methodist Church will host their 2nd Annual "A Pampered Affair" Honoring Today's Women from 10am to 4pm rain or shine under the big tent at the church located at 1336 E. Malaga Rd in Williamstown. Vendors from cooking to jewelry and crafts! Visit www.newbrooklynchurch.org for more information! 2010 Team Uncle John Thank God It's a Fundraiser Beef and Cheer Celebration
Help Uncle John continue his fight against cancer and LIVESTRONG at the first annual Team Uncle John TGIF Beef and Cheer - BYOB at Marian House located at 507 Kings Highway in Cherry Hill from 6pm to 11pm. Only $35 per person (must be 21 or older) and enjoy food, beverages, DJ, and silent auction! For tickets and more information visit http://sites.google.com/site/teamunclejohn/
Saturday, May 1
3rd Annual City-Wide Clean Up Day
Egg Harbor City will host their 3rd Annual Citywide Clean Up Day from 8:30am to 10:30am rain or shine. Residents, church groups, and businesses are asked to participate by cleaning up Lake Park, Key Rec, Rotary Park Ker n's Field, Lincoln Park, Peace Pilgrim Park, all creeks, Atlantic Ave, Philadelphia, and all North/South/East/West streets. The ACUA Clean Communities will provide volunteers with trash and recycle bags, gloves and litter grabbers. Every volunteer will receive a free ACUA t-shirt! Enjoy a BBQ at City Lake Park at 11am provided by the ACUA and the EHC Volunteer Ambulance Squad. For more information call 609-965-0081 or email jiams208@comcast.net
Thursday, May 13
Drug Free NJ 2010 Prevention Conference Support local EHT resident Robyn Rosenthal when she sings her original song "Honey" at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark at 7pm. Tickets are free and can be ordered while supplies last at www.DrugFreeNJ.org. Plus you can hear and vote for her song!
Saturday, May 15
Second-2-None Motorcycle Run - (Rain Date 5/16) Registration is from 9am to 10:45am. The run starts at 11am sharp! The run will start and end at 51North White Horse Pike. The cost is $15.00 per bike. Price includes (1) meal ticket. First 25 to pre-register will receive a free event t-shirt. Following the run there will be live entertainment, tattoo contest, various vendors, burnout contest, bike show, food and more! For additional information call Joe Berenato at 609-517-4855 or Nick Polito at 609-705-7782. Emails can also be sent to Hammontonfire2@yahoo.com
All proceeds benefit Hommonton Fire Co. Station #2 3rd Annual Sydney May Taylor Foundation Casino Night
The Sydney Mae Taylor Foundation holds their annual Casino Night from 7:30pm to 11:30pm at the Laurel Creek Country Club located at 701 Centerton Road in Mt. Laurel. $100 per person or $180 per couple gets you $100 in gaming chips, appetizers, dinner, desert and open bar! Visit sydneymaetaylorfoundation.org for tickets.
Saturday, May 22
Dodgeball Tournament and Family Fun Day This event will be held on May 22nd at 10:00 am at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken,NJ. The proceeds will benefit the Make a Wish Foundation of NJ in honor of our friend, Ashly Myers, who was killed by a drunk driver three years ago. The website is www.dodgeballwish.com if you would like to check it out.
Wednesday, May 26
5K Run for Sue Carmadone The 5K Run will be held at 7pm. This is a community based run that is being held in order to create a scholarship in her name.
Family Trusted Child ID is a " tool for parents that securely stores your child's photos and information in our virtual "vault" for instant access to law enforcement in case your child goes missing. Sign up today at childid.com!
Barnegat Bay Buddy Program
The Barnegat Bay Buddy Program is a simple and easy stewardship program in which citizens can earn points by taking actions that will reduce the pollution entering the Bay. In addition, the Barnegat Bay Buddy Challenge helps individuals become better Bay stewards, and will incorporate them into a larger movement for collective citizen action to help Barnegat Bay. Clean Ocean Action (COA), Save Barnegat Bay (SBB), Ocean County Freeholders, and Beachwood Township are partners in this program. To participate in the program you must first obtain a copy of the Bay Buddy brochure. You can download the brochure at cleanoceanaction.org, savebarnegatbay.org, or nitrogenfree.com.
Tell Them Thanks
Tell Them Thanks is non-profit group whose mission is to support our military heroes who are deployed abroad. They want every soldier, Marine, airman, sailor and Guardsman to hear their names called at Mail Call. Their dedicated members "adopt" one or more service members and then support them for the length of their deployment. Members are required to send at least one letter a month, but many of them write more often and send care packages as well.
Road Company
Visit www.roadcompany.com to learn about a great community theater group located in Williamstown. Always a talented cast; always an entertaining performance! Come check out the little know secret of Williamstown and come meet a great group of people. Visit the website for show dates.
Gilda's Club South Jersey
Gilda’s Club South Jerseyis moving from their current Linwood clubhouse location to 555 Bay Avenue in Somers Point. Their phone number will stay the same: 609-926-2699. Financial support and donation of gift cards from home centers and supermarkets are needed to help ease the move. Also needed: clean moving boxes, a moving company, bottled water & canned soft drinks, individually packaged snacks, Clorox wipes, pump hand soap & sanitizer, and first aid kits. Comedian Gilda Radner, who died in 1989 of cancer, believed that all people with cancer and their families and friends should have free access to social and emotional support. Gilda’s Club South Jersey offers support groups, lectures, workshops and social events as a supplement to medical care in a warm and welcoming home-like setting at no charge.
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