Category: EVENTS

Public Feedback Requested on Canal Master Plan

Residents from across New Jersey and visitors will have an opportunity to share their perspectives on shaping the future of the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park during a series of upcoming public engagement sessions. The canal is one of the state’s most popular recreational corridors.  

The Delaware & Raritan Canal Commission, the state regulatory agency within the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection that is responsible for adopting and implementing a master plan for the park, has scheduled five sessions to discuss and gather input on its work to update the 1989 Master Plan. 

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MVC Real ID Appointments Now Open

MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION IS COMING TO WINSLOW!

APPOINTMENTS NOW OPEN!

Tuesday, July 21st 9am-2:30pm

Winslow Township Municipal Building

125 S. Route 73, Braddock NJ 08037

APPOINTMENTS REQUIRED FOR MOST TRANSACTIONS!

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Philadelphia Zoo Debuts Zoo360 Trail for Bears

Philadelphia Zoo is thrilled to share that its new resident bears are now exploring the Zoo’s first Zoo360 trail for bears and spending time in a brand-new habitat built as a part of Francis J. Carey Bear Country. Gould & Potter Crossing, 60 feet long and 16 feet in the air, is the latest in the expansion of the Zoo360 trails at Philadelphia Zoo that began in 2011 and the first one the Zoo’s resident bears can use. Bhalu, Carey Bear Country is a $25 million state-of-the-art facility built with the highest standards of animal care in mind, making it one of the best in the country for vulnerable bears. Not only does Carey Bear Country enhance the Zoo’s animal care program, it creates a dynamic, memorable and educational experience for guests of all ages and backgrounds, and supports the Zoo’s conservation programs to protect these species in zoos and in the wild. Carey Bear Country is now home to Andean bears, Turbo and Alba, and sloth bear, Bhalu.

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Fishtown Under the El Bazaar Celebrates Christmas in July 

Holiday Shopping, Santa, Live Music, Local Vendors and Summer Fun Return
Saturday, July 18

Philadelphia, PA – Who says you have to wait until December for holiday cheer? The Fishtown District is bringing the magic of the season to summer with a Christmas in July edition of the Under the El Bazaar on Saturday, July 18, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm beneath the Market-Frankford El along the 1700 block of North Front Street. This no charge, family-friendly event transforms the space under the El into a festive holiday marketplace featuring local artisans, makers, vintage vendors, food, drinks, music, games and plenty of summer holiday spirit.

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Tuskegee Airman Invite Public to Explore Historic Exhibits

The Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. continues to preserve and share the extraordinary legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen through ongoing community exhibits designed to educate, inspire and engage visitors of all ages.

Held at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church and the Horsham Branch of American Heritage Federal Credit Union, the exhibits feature historical photographs, artifacts and educational displays highlighting the accomplishments, courage and lasting impact of the Tuskegee Airmen and the men and women who supported military aviation during World War II.

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America’s Largest GLUTEN-FREE Food Festival Returns

The largest gluten-fr ee food festivals in the country is coming to the Greater Philadelphia region this summer for what organizers are calling the “best gluten-fr ee day ever.” The Wicked Gluten Fr ee Expo & Food Festival takes over the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks, PA on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10:00am to 5:00pm. This year’s festival is set to be the single largest gluten-fr ee event in the state of Pennsylvania, with organizers expecting to welcome 5,000 attendees. In honor of America’s 250th, Wicked Gluten Fr ee will open the day with a “Freedom from Gluten” cake-cutting ceremony at 10:00am, featuring a specially designed, celiac-safe cake from The Happy Mixer Gluten Fr ee Bakery.

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Celebrate 100 Years of the Ben Franklin Bridge

Saturday, July 11, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Join us in celebrating 100 years of the iconic Ben Franklin Bridge with a free, family-friendly event.
The celebration is free and open to the public. 
No registration or tickets are required, but registration is encouraged to help DRPA plan accordingly and provide the best possible experience for attendees.
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Community Outreach Team’s Summer Neighborhood Program

The Gloucester Township Police Community Outreach Team’s Summer Neighborhood Program CONTINUES ON JULY 7TH TO 10TH ! 

This week the COT Truck will be visiting the following neighborhoods from 1 PM to 3 PM:

Tuesday, July 7: Larkspur Circle Park

Wednesday, July 8: GT Community Park, Hickstown Road

Thursday, July 9: Cherrywood Apartments Pool

Friday, July 10: Timber Creek Dog Park, Chews Landing Road

 ALSO, the COT Truck will be at Gloucester Township Farmer’s Market on Thursday, July 9th from 4 PM to 7 PM at Harwan Park in Downtown Blackwood! (Weather Pending)

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Save the Date: September 26 is Gloucester Day

Neighbors and visitors alike enjoy this festive gathering that kicks off the fall season with music, food, games, and the unmistakable spirit of Gloucester City. Gloucester Day turns Proprietors Park into a warm, welcoming celebration where families, friends, and newcomers can spend an easy afternoon together and savor the start of autumn along the waterfront. Want to vend for this event? Register here

National Night Out In Gloucester Township- August 4, 2026

On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, neighborhoods throughout Gloucester Township are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for National Annual Night Out (NNO) crime/drug prevention event. National Night Out is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and co-sponsored locally by the Gloucester Township Police Department and will involve communities from all fifty states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities, and military bases around the world.

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