Safe Handling, Release, and Identification Workshop

This workshop is mandatory for all new shark and swordfish limited access permit holders and applicants for permit transfers fishing with longline or gillnet gear. Vessel owners and operators with expiring certificates must also receive a new workshop certificate prior to permit renewal.

Pre-registration is highly recommended but not required. To pre-register, please contact Angler Conservation Education at (386) 682-0158.

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Minute-by-Minute: Celebrating the Music of Michael McDonald on Wednesday

Enjoy the Views at the Sunset Jazz Series at Wiggins Park

Kick it with Minute by Minute on Wednesday, September 9th, at 8 PM!Settle in and relax, or jump up and dance during the unmistakable harmonies of the Doobie Brothers to Michael McDonald’s chart-topping solo hits, Minute by Minute delivers an evening packed with the songs fans know by heart. Catch the tribute band live at Wiggins Park, as the Sunset Jazz Series continues with another free concert along the waterfront. Can’t wait to see you there! To learn more, Click Here.

Chefs Unite for Open-Air Dinner Honoring Women in Food

Philadelphia, PA – Les Dames D’Escoffier Philadelphia announces the 2026 Outstanding in Her Field Heritage Dinner on Sunday, September 13, 2026, from 4:00pm to 7:00pm. This enchanting open-air dinner will be set amid the river banks of the Delaware at the gorgeous grounds of Glen Foerd Mansion, at 5001 Grant Avenue. Over two dozen top chefs, bakers and restaurateurs from around the Greater Philadelphia region will present this one-of-a-kind shared meal that raises money for scholarships for women entering the culinary field. During the feast, guests will raise a glass in honor of this year’s Outstanding in Her Field honorees, including Rose Levy Beranbaum (The Cake Bible), Melissa Hamilton and Christopher Hirsheimer (of the Canal House Station and Studio) and Michele Leff (owner of 12th Street Catering).

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Brauhaus Schmitz Brings Munich to Philly

Philadelphia, PA – Brauhaus Schmitz, located at 718 South Street, will bring the sights, sounds and tastes of Munich to the Philadelphia region at two of Pennsylvania’s largest Oktoberfest celebrations. First up, get ready to raise a liter and dance in the street as South Street Oktoberfest returns for its 18th year on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, on the 700 block of South Street.  The all-day, all-ages celebration attracts around 10,000 people and features a biergarten for over 1,000 people, live oom-pah music all day, German dancers, the liter lift competition, a dozen German beers, signature Bavarian dishes, face painting, outdoor games, family fun and much more. Two weeks later, they saved the best for last as one of the most authentic celebrations in the United States returns with the 8th Annual 23rd Street Armory Oktoberfest, on Friday, October 9 and Saturday, October 10, 2026, with three afternoon and evening sessions.

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14th Annual Roxtoberfest and Rox Fall Fest 

Roxborough Development Corporation (RDC) will bring back the 14th Annual Roxtoberfest on Saturday, October 3, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, transforming Ridge Avenue into one of Philadelphia’s biggest and best-loved Oktoberfest and fall festival celebrations. Roxtoberfest has grown from a small neighborhood street festival into one of Philadelphia’s oldest and best-attended Oktoberfests, attracting thousands of neighbors and visitors for a day packed with live entertainment, local food and drink, family-friendly activities, shopping, community fun and plenty of Oktoberfest and fall harvest spirit.

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9/11 First Responders Medal Ceremony & 25th Anniversary Luncheon

Recognizing and Honoring the Sacrifices Made 25 Years Ago

Join the Camden County Board of Commissioners and Camden County Office of Veteran Affairs for the 9/11 and First Responders Medal Ceremony and 25th Anniversary Luncheon on Thursday, September 10th at 12 PM, Cooper River Park, North Park Drive at the Victims of Terrorism Monument. This special medal ceremony will remember 25 years since 9/11 by honoring our veterans and first responders for their dedication, sacrifice, and commitment to serving our nation during the recovery efforts and the War on Terror. Lunch provided by Mission BBQ.
 
This year’s ceremony will honor the below veterans:

Stephen D. Babcock      Barrington         Air Force       SGT           CCM
Dustin G. Brown             Atco                  Air Force       SMSgt        CCM, CCWOT
Mark J. D’Angelo, Jr       Clementon        Army             PFC            CCM, CCVM
William C. Kanupke        Haddonfield      Air Force       A2C             CCM, CCVM
Mubdi Muhammad          Camden           Navy              A03             CCM
Richard C. Middleman    Waterford         Air Force       A2C             CCM, CCVM
Michael R. Newberg       Chesihurst        Army             PV2             CCM, CCWOT
*George Williams            Camden           Army             PV2             CCM, CCKWSM
 
RSVP, Click Here. For more information contact Veteran Affairs 856-374-6330.

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Philly-Boston Rivalry hits the Premier Lacrosse League Playoffs on Labor Day 

 One of sports’ biggest city rivalries takes center stage in professional lacrosse this Labor Day, as the Philadelphia Waterdogs face the Boston Cannons in the Premier Lacrosse League Semifinals on Monday, Sept. 7 at 5:30 p.m. ET at Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman, Utah, streaming on the ESPN App.

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Real ID appointments – Turnersville

Real ID appointments available in Turnersville (129 Johnson Rd, Suite 1, Turnersville) for September 9th. 

Please call the 4th Legislative District directly for an appointment or any questions at 856-232-6700.

9/11 Memorial Stair Climb Hosted by Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital & Moss Rehab Institute for Brain Health

On September 11, 2026, starting at 10:45 am, Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital and Jefferson Moss Rehab Institute for Brain Health (which treats veterans, national guard and first-responders with Traumatic Brain Injury) will host members of the Cherry Hill Fire Department, Cherry Hill Police Department, and members of the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) at Cherry Hill High School West for a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb.

Participants will be climbing 1067 steps, which is the amount of first responders that were killed on 9/11, as well as the ones that have since passed away from 9/11 related illness. The amount of steps equals approximately 60 flights, so participants plan on going from the 1st to the 6th floor of the hospital building, resulting in going up 5 times and down 5 times.