New Hope and Lambertville Team Up for 2nd Annual Restaurant Week

New Hope, PA and Lambertville, NJ – Two of the most celebrated dining scenes in the greater Philadelphia and South Jersey region are firing up one of the most delicious collaborations of the winter months. The Greater New Hope Chamber of Commerce and the Greater Lambertville Chamber of Commerce kick-off 2026 with the year’s first official restaurant week. The 2nd Annual New Hope and Lambertville Restaurant Week returns from January 12 through January 25, 2026. More than two dozen acclaimed restaurants from both sides of the Delaware River will offer specially priced prix fixe three-course lunch and/or dinner menus ranging from $25 to $55 each, providing diners with an exceptional culinary experience in these charming river towns.

Dishes will range from local favorites to exclusive off-menu dishes. Pennsylvania restaurants include  Birds Nest Bar & Grille, Black Bass Hotel, GreenHouse New Hope, Ferry + Main Restaurant at the Logan Inn, Golden Pheasant Inn, Italian Cucina, Martine’s Riverhouse, Nektar Wine Bar, OldeStone Steakhouse, River House at Odette’s, The Ferry Market and V-Spot Vegan Food Restaurant, plus others to be announced.  Clusters Handcrafted Popcorn will also offer specials for restaurant week diners visiting New Hope. New Jersey restaurants include  Broadmoor Osteria Italiana, El Tule, Lambertville Station Restaurant and Inn, Metá Café, Nomad Pizza Lambertville, Pru Thai, The Salt House, The Starving Artists Cafe and Under The Moon, plus others to be announced. Make your reservations now, come hungry and head to Bucks County and South Jersey for some of the best eats, wine lists, views and vibes in the tri-state region. Menus, hours and price points are posted at  www.visitnewhope.com/restaurant-week and www.lambertvillechamber.com. New menus are being posted daily leading up to the event. 

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You still have time to sign up! The GTPD 2026 CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY

You still have time to sign up! The Gloucester Township Police 2026 CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY begins NEXT THURSDAY EVENING! 

Registration links can be found on our website here!:  https://gtpolice.com/community-page/198

Classes are FREE, and begin on January 15, 2026. They are held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, and run for 14 weeks!

Would you like to learn more about the Gloucester Township Police Department?

The Gloucester Township Police Department in a continuing effort to foster an even better police community partnership would like to invite any Gloucester Township, New Jersey resident 16 years of age or older to attend the Citizens Police Academy. The course will include an overview of the police department and the administration, police communications, special operations, criminal investigations, traffic safety, K9, Special Response Team, Crime Scene Unit and much more. Also, all attendees of the Citizen Police Academy will be trained in the use of CPR for the home.

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COZY UP AT NEW JERSEY WINERIES THIS WINTER

Haddonfield, NJ (January 6, 2026) – The Garden State Wine Growers Association – a coalition of 60+ wineries and vineyards across New Jersey – invites you to indulge the state’s flourishing wine country through unique events and experiences happening every week this winter! 

There’s no doubt that New Jersey’s award-winning wineries and vineyards offer something truly special for everyone to enjoy. In the new year, we invite you to sip, savor, and explore weekends among the vines. Discover new wineries you’ve never visited before, or unwind with a glass of your favorites. You never know, your next favorite bottle might be just a tasting away. 

No matter how you choose to spend 2026, there’s always a reason to raise a glass to New Jersey wine – Sip, savor, and stroll your way through New Jersey wine country! 

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Board of Commissioners celebrates Three Kings Day

“For many, Three Kings Day represents the official end of the holiday season, so we’ll be making sure the festivity ends with one last chance to celebrate,” said Nilsa Cruz-Perez, Director of Constituent Services. “We invite everyone in our community to join us for this celebration of tradition and culture.” 

Today at 2 p.m., the Board of Commissioners and the Department of Constituent Services’ Office of Hispanic Affairs will host a celebration of Three Kings Day for families and children at the Parish of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Camden City.

Parish of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 642 Market Street, Camden.

Children and families will enjoy live music, food, and receive gifts during the Board’s annual Three Kings Day celebration.

 Nature Tots Tuesdays Are Back in Gloucester County!

The Gloucester County Board of Commissioners invites families to join Nature Tots Tuesdays, a fun and educational program designed especially for young children to explore the natural world.
Each session features a new, exciting topic and is offered at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
Upcoming Topics:• January 6 – Bats• January 20 – Birds of Prey• February 3 – Carnivorous Plants• February 17 – Gardening for Wildlife• March 3 – Tiger Beetles• March 17 – Spring Birds
Nature Tots provides hands-on learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, and a love of nature in a welcoming environment for children

Letter from Birmingham Jail Reading on Jan. 8

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King faced unrelenting criticism from several quarters for his methods, strategies, and most of all, his tenacity.

He landed in Birmingham Jail in 1963 where he penned the most eloquent case for resistance to complaining clergymen.

Watch and listen online to this joint meeting of EMBRACING RACE – The Conversation and the Historical Society as historian Dolly Marshall provides context for his letter, then 42 readers present each paragraph.

Pre-register to attend by clicking the button.

Register for Jan. 8 Joint Meeting

WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River

Lace up your skates and step into the magic of WinterFest Ice Skating at Cooper River Park! Presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners, this seasonal favorite is open through February 22nd. Enjoy festive décor, hot cocoa, and plenty of ice time with friends and family. WinterFest is proud to serve as an official Toys for Tots drop-off location. To learn more, Click Here.

The Legendary Wailers Featuring Julian Junior Marvin

Presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners, in association with BRE and the Borough of Collingswood, the Scottish Rite Auditorium welcomes The Legendary Wailers featuring Julian Junior Marvin on FridayJanuary 232026. Doors open at 7 PM, showtime at 8 PM. In 1977, Junior was invited to join Bob Marley & The Wailers as guitarist. After touring with many incarnations of The Wailers since Bob Marley’s passing, Junior has stepped out to front his own unique version, playing and singing their hit songs the way Bob intended them to be heard. To learn more, Click Here.

Environmental Center’s Winter Sowing Class

Believe it or not you can garden in the winter! Please join us for this class and learn all about the process for winter sowing on SaturdayJanuary 10th2026 at 10 AM. Adult participants will make three seed sowing jugs to jump start their spring gardens. All supplies and seeds provided. Cost is $15.00 per person and takes place at the Camden County Environmental Center, 1301 Park Blvd, Cherry Hill. To learn more, Click Here.

Noon Year’s Eve Celebration

On WednesdayDecember 31st from 11 AM to 12:30 PM at the M. Allan Vogelson Library Branch, 203 Laurel Road, Voorhees, celebrate the New Year a little early with a festive family event designed especially for families and young children!

Our Noon Year’s Eve party offers all the fun of a New Year’s celebration, without the late bedtime. This daytime celebration gives families a chance to ring in the new year together in a joyful and age-appropriate way. Join us for: Story Time, Games, Crafts, Snacks, and the Countdown to Noon! Come make memories and start the new year with fun and laughter! No registration required, just drop in and join the party. To learn more, Click Here.