Philadelphia Zoo Debuts ZooTopiaries, Tours, and Peak Bloom Season

Philadelphia, PA – Philadelphia Zoo is thrilled to share the exciting happenings in its 42-acre gardens as the region embraces spring, family and friends find ways to connect with nature outdoors, and the Zoo gears up for its busiest season. This includes the much-anticipated return of “ZooTopiaries: Nature’s Sculptures” featuring three new mosaic topiary animals that can only be seen exclusively at Philadelphia Zoo; brand new guided garden tours on Tuesdays and Saturdays starting April 18; new blooming flowerbeds designed by the experts at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society; plus, an insider’s guide from the Zoo’s horticulture team to all the can’t miss spots for those trying to soak in every bit of spring.

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A police training exercise will be conducted from 8am until 4pm at the DeMasi School

Severity:
Minor – Minimal to no known threat to life or property

Urgency:
Expected – Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)

Certainty:
Observed – Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing

Category:
SAFETY: General emergency and Public Safety

Event Description:
Police Activity

Alert: A police training exercise will be conducted from 8am until 4pm at the DeMasi School. The school grounds are closed for the day. Thank you

Dutch Colonial Preservation Gains Significance for Revolution’s 250th Anniversary

In 1779, as General George Washington was traversing a wintery New Jersey during the Revolutionary War, he paid a visit to the home of Derrick Van Veghten. The Dutch family had not only built an estate along the Raritan River, but also the bridges that allowed Washington and his troops to cross the waterway.
“There was this bridge and the Queens Bridge in Bound Brook Brook and those were the only two places close to New Brunswick where he could cross,” said Frank McGonigle, president of the Somerset County Historical Society.
The Van Veghton House’s location near the river was crucial to its existence as goods back then were transported on waterways. But it has also made the historic structure prone to flooding. The Somerville Historical Society, which is headquartered at the home, is tasked with building a floodwall that could cost more than $2 million.
Dutch Colonial homes are some of the United States oldest remaining historic buildings and preserving them is key to understanding how our nation and its early infrastructure came to be. Unfortunately, we continue to lose many of these homes. In the past few years, the Van Zile House and DeBaun House were both demolished, despite battles to save them. Read Full Story

Winslow Township Job Fair & Expungement Seminar April 25th

Free Job Fair & Expungent Seminar
Come meet various employers to discuss available positions and network across various industries including healthcare, laborer, education, insurance, first responders, and so much more!
Saturday April 25th
9am Expungement Seminar (Registration Required)

Followed by the Job Fair:
10:00 am- Noon
Bud Duble Senior Center
33 Cooper Folly Road
Atco, NJ 08004

DRBC News Update: Upcoming Webinars

The DRBC and its River Basin Commission partners are hosting a free, public webinar on Data Centers: What About Water? on April 16, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. The webinar will explore how water factors into the rise of data centers, why it matters for our communities and shared resources and the role of interstate River Basin Commissions. Learn more and register at https://www.nj.gov/drbc/programs/supply/datacenters.html#webinar.
DRBC Sr. Chemist/Toxicologist Dr. Jeremy Conkle will be one of the presenters at an upcoming webinar hosted by the New Jersey Section of the American Water Resources Association (NJ-AWRA). The April 23, 2026, webinar will take place from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will focus on PFAS: Toxicology, Data Collection and Treatment. Conkle’s presentation is entitled “Twenty years of PFAS data in the Delaware River Basin: Just scratching the surfactant.” Learn more and register at https://njawra.org/event-6626649.

Jefferson Health Cherry Blossom Run for Cancer Care April 26

Registration is now open for the inaugural Jefferson Health Cherry Blossom Run/Walk fundraiser on April 26 at 9:00 am at the Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital campus (2201 Chapel Ave W, Cherry Hill, NJ.)

Proceeds will benefit the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Centers in New Jersey, helping to expand access to advanced cancer care close to home in Cherry Hill and Washington Township.

“This event brings our mission to life in a visible and meaningful way,” says Tamara LaCouture, MD, East Region Chief of Cancer Services. “Every step taken supports patients who are navigating cancer with strength and resilience.”

Participants can choose between a 5K run or a 1-mile walk, with options for individuals, families and teams. Friendly competition, team spirit and even four-legged companions are all part of the experience.

Advanced registration is $40 for runners and $25 for walkers. Youth runners (12 and below) are $20 and youth walkers (12 and below) are free. Day-of registration will be available at $50 for runners and $35 for walkers. (Registration will start at 7:30 am.)

Participants can register at: https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/your-health/classes-and-events/cherry-blossom-run-walk

Philadelphia School of Circus Arts to Debut 10 Day World Circus Festival

Step right up and head to Pennsylvania’s ‘big top!’ Aerialists, jugglers, acrobats and all things circus are taking over Philadelphia’s Circus Campus as Philadelphia School of Circus Arts celebrates World Circus Week and 52 Weeks of Firsts (America’s First Circus Performance) from April 10 to April 19, 2026. Come ready for thrilling performances, hands-on workshops and family-friendly events. Festivities kick off on opening night Friday, April 10th with Test Flights, an evening of contemporary circus works-in-progress by professional and student artists.

On Saturday, April 11th, look for a complimentary celebration in partnership with the Philadelphia Historic District 250th Committee, as part of the city’s yearlong 52 Weeks of Firsts celebration honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary. Look for performances and workshops, including Intro to Hula Hoop, Youth Trampoline and Intro to Family Circus. Ticketed workshops that day include Twisty Climbs on Silks, Aerial Dance for Non-Dancers and Aerial Playground for Adults.

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Gaudreau Family Scholarship Golf Outing July 31st

Gaudreau Family Scholarship Golf Outing

We are excited to invite you to the Gaudreau Family Scholarship Golf Outing, a special event hosted by Gloucester Catholic on July 31st at Town & Country Golf Links in Woodstown, NJ.

This memorable day honors the legacy of John and Matty Gaudreau, whose love for the game and community spirit continue to inspire us. Their favorite event, this golf outing is a wonderful opportunity to come together for fun, camaraderie, and giving back.


Proceeds from the outing will support scholarships within our Gloucester Catholic community, helping students achieve their dreams.

Look out for upcoming details on golf registration and sponsorship opportunities. We hope you’ll join us for a day of fellowship and philanthropy in memory of John and Matty.

Preservation NJ Releases Next “10 Most Impact” Video

Preservation New Jersey is proud to announce the release of the second video in its “10 Most Impact” series, which highlights the real-world outcomes of the organization’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places Program. This installment focuses on Camp Evans, a World War I Marconi Station and World War II radar laboratory, known for groundbreaking scientific and technological innovation in New Jersey.
Impacts of the 10 Most: Camp Evans is now available to watch on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/lgrNSPD6XUY.
The video explores how Camp Evans, once a critical U.S. Army Signal Corps facility and later a hub for cutting-edge communications research, faced threats of neglect and deterioration. Listed on Preservation New Jersey’s 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list in 2002, the site has benefited from community advocacy, partnerships, and preservation efforts aimed at maintaining its unique scientific, military, and architectural legacy.
Viewers will learn about:Camp Evans’ historic importance, from military communications research to pioneering innovations in radar and computing;Efforts by nonprofit organizations, volunteers, and local advocates to protect and rehabilitate the site;Challenges and successes in preserving both the historic buildings and the stories they hold; andThe broader impact of the 10 Most program in fostering awareness, support, and preservation outcomes statewide.“As the last Command Historian employed by the U.S. Army at Fort Monmouth, and a member of the boards of both InfoAge and Preservation New Jersey, I view Camp Evans as one of the most consequential historic landscapes in the evolution of modern communications. From its origins as part of Guglielmo Marconi’s global wireless network to its pivotal role in the development of radar, satellite technology, and space communications, Camp Evans was at the forefront of innovations that transformed both military operations and everyday life. Today, through the InfoAge Science and History Museums, the site continues to interpret and preserve this legacy, ensuring that the groundbreaking work once carried out here remains accessible, relevant, and inspiring for future generations.” said by Melissa Ziobro, Trustee of Preservation New Jersey.The 10 Most Endangered Historic Places Program annually identifies threatened historic, architectural, cultural, and archaeological sites across New Jersey. The new 10 Most Impact video series showcases how listing these sites generates awareness, advocacy, and tangible preservation outcomes.WATCH NOW

Take A Kid Fishing! Program Returns

DNREC will offer youth fishing opportunities in each county in early April commemorating and celebrating Earth Month. The angling outings are to be put on by educators from DNREC’s Aquatic Resources Education Center through the Take A Kid Fishing! program. One youth fishing event will be offered in each county during the first full week of April to coincide with many schools’ annual spring break.