Galloway Events January 2016 01/02 Personal Safety in Today’s World. 3-5pm at the Galloway Library, Open to adults only. Chuck Knutson, author of Direct Action, presents this timesly seminar, providing valuable information and instruction on how to be safe and preserve life in the event of workplace violence or terrorism attacks. Learn important safety tips from Chuck Knutson’s 30+ year experience in military and security contracting. 01/04 Galloway Township Leaf Collection Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 01/05 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am BINGO Sponsored by Rittenburg Manor FREE BREAKFAST SNACK 01/05 Galloway Senior Center @ 10:30am Financial Help for Seniors sponsored by Jewish Family Services 01/05 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am BINGO sponsored by MYSTERY GUEST! 01/06 Stockton Center on Successful Aging (SCOSA) is sponsoring “Sharing Across Generations” for older adults from 1-3pm FREE Worksshop will be held at Woodview Estates Assisted Living. Complimentary luncheon begins at 1pm Call 609-652-4878 or email residentservices@woodviewestates.com for directions and to register for this free workshop. 01/07 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA exercise, chair yoga and stress reduction $7 fee payable at each session 01/07 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am BINGO sponsored by Somers Place FREE Lunch 01/09 Household Hazardous Waste Day The Atlantic County Utilites Authority will be holding a household hazardous waste collection day from 9am-2pm at 6700 Delilah Road EHT what to bring: household chemicals and cleaners, kerosene, insecticides, pesticides, drain cleaners, fertilizer, solvents, and paint thinners. 01/09 The Latino Club of Egg Harbor City will Celebrate Three Kings Day. There will be toys for children handed out at the city hall, 500 London Avenue, from 12 until 2pm. Dinner will be from 5-8pm with entertainment, toys and delicious food at the Teamsters Hall, 1 Philadelphia Ave. Toys are free. Dinner will be $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12 years of age. Huge basket auction. Everyone welcome. Purchase tickets from members or pay at the door. 01/12 New Day Family Success Center Nutrition on a Budget 6:30-7:30pm. Want to learn how to eat healthy without breaking the bank. Then this workshoop is for you. Contact us to sign up or for more information 609-652-0230. 01/12 FREE Hearing Screens at the Galloway Senior Center located at 621 White Horse Pike beginning at 9:30am. A hearing screen is a two minute activit that can identify hearing loss. Screens will be performed by Janet Revelle, Au D.,Director of Audiology at Bacharach. Dr. Revelle will also discuss the importance of being able to hear correctly and answer any questions. Coffee and snacks will be provided. Appointments not necessary. Call the Senior Center 609-568-5073 for more information. 01/12 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am BINGO sponsored by Sea Shore Garden with FREE LUNCH 01/13 New Day Family Success Center Dance Workout from 6:30-7pm. It’s a new year, so put those fitness goals into action. It’s a high intensity 30 minute workout, so bring your water. Call us to sign up or for more info. 609-6520230. 01/13 New Day Family Success Center Yoga from 7-7:30pm Need some peaceful relaxing yoga in your life. This is a 30 minute low intensity session. Call us for more info or to sign up 609-652-0230. 01/14 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA exercise, chair yoga and stress reduction $7 fee payable at each session 01/ Galloway Senior Center @ 11am BINGO with Police Chief Donna Higbee 01/15 Jersey Shore Boy Scouts 2016 Klondike Derby at Egg Harbor City Lake All Day
01/16 Renault Winery Winter Wine Festival 12-4pm Tickets Available renaultwinerytickets. webconnex.com Sip savor and enjoy New Jersey Wines over 100 Wines to taste. Tickets only $10 01/18 ALL GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP OFFICES ARE CLOSED MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY 01/18 Stockton University Kramer Hall Martin Luther King Day of Service 8am-2pm Volunteer project to benefit our community for more information visit stockton.edu/MLKday 01/18 New Day Family Success Center Martin Luther King Celebration 10am-2pm In honor of Martin Luther King Day, were celebrating with games, snacks, and crafts call to sugn up or for more info 609-652-0230. 01/19 Galloway Senior Center @ 10am BINGO sponsored by Royal Suites with FREE BREAKFAST SNACK 01/19 Galloway Senior Center @ 10am-2pm FREE Blood Pressure Check by Galloway Township Ambulance Squad 01/19 Galloway Senior Center @ noon Mid Atlantic AARP Monthly Meeting 01/20 New Day Family Success Center Penguin Awareness day 5-7pm It’s National Penguin Awareness Day. We’re going to be playing the movie Happy Feet and doing crafts. Call us for more info or to sign up 609-652-0230. 01/20 New Day Family Success Center Community Meeting 5-5:30pm Would you like to be a voice for the Galloway Community. New day is looking for people to join its board, and to help come up with ideas for our center. 01/21 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA exercise, chair yoga and stress reduction $7 fee payable at each session 01/21 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am BINGO sponsored by the Health Center at Galloway FREE LUNCH 01/21 Galloway Senior Center @ noon Craft class with Sarah $15 the day of the class RESERVATION REQUIRED 609-568-5073 or gtseniors@comcast.net 01/21 Atlantic County Health Department “Active Parenting Now in 3” Parents and caregibvers of children 5-12 a four part class no cost to attend grant funded Call Anne 609-652-3800 or agroh@mhanj.org 01/26 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am CHECK YOUR MEDICINE CABINET. Prescription Safety Prentation by RITE AID Pharmacy with FREE BREAKFAST SNACK 01/26 Galloway Senior Center @ 11am BINGO Sponsored by DePaul Health Care FREE LUNCH 01/26 New Day Family Success Center Nutrition on a Budget 6:30-7:30pm. Want to learn how to eat healthy without breaking the bank. Then this workshoop is for you. Contact us to sign up or for more information 609-652-0230. 01/26 New Day Family Success Center SNAP 9am-12pm Need to apply for food stamps. A representative will be around to answer your questions and apply/reapply you for food stamps. Call us to make an appointment 609652-0230. 01/27 New Day Family Success Center Dance Workout from 6:30-7pm. It’s a new year, so put those fitness goals into action. It’s a high intensity 30 minute workout, so bring your water. Call us to sign up or for more info. 609-6520230. 01/27 New Day Family Success Center Yoga from 7-7:30pm Need some peaceful relaxing yoga in your life. This is a 30 minute low intensity session. Call us for more info or to sign up 609-652-0230. 01/28 New Day Family Success Center SNAP 9am-12pm Need to apply for food stamps. A representative will be around to answer your questions and apply/reapply you for food stamps. Call us to make an appointment 609652-0230. 01/28 Galloway Senior Center @ 9:30am SCOSA exercise, chair yoga and stress reduction $7 fee payable at each session 01/28 Galloway Senior Center @ 11 BINGO sponsored by Senior Care FREE LUNCH 01/28 Boy Scouts Silver Beaver Booster Club Cocktail Reception and Dinner $70 per person Stockton Seaview Hotel 6pm
01/29 New Day Family Success Center Diaper Drive starts at 9am. In need of diapers. We can help. First come, first serve. Give us a call for more info 609-652-0230. NOW OPEN AT THE GALLOWAY SENIOR CENTER FREE AUDIO LIBRARY SEE THE SENIOR SERVICES OFFICE IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR TO CHECK OUT BOOKS ON CD! February 02/11 AtlantiCare Annual Red Dress Event held at the Smithville Inn
Ongoing Events New For 2016 the Smithville Inn will have a dinner menu for $20.16. This will be available Sunday through Thursday. Prime Rib Night is back for $20 at the Smithville Inn Egg Harbor City Lake Badges for 2016 Summer Season Now Available. New Day Family Success Center - In need of some extra food? We can help for more information or stop by with a valid ID call 609-6520230 Galloway Senior Center - Mid-Atlantic AARP 3rd Tuesday of every month at 12pm Looking for new members call Josephine Barr for more information at 609-748-8491 Galloway senior Center - Nutrition site every Monday Wednesday Friday lunch at 12pm reservations are required call 609-241-0246 Galloway Senior Center - Atlantic Co. Book Mobile Every Wednesday 11:30-12:30pm The Galloway Senior Center will not be accepting any donations of books, magazines and/or cards New Day Family Success Center staff provided incoming families with applications for energy and water assistance. Assistance available daily. For more information and to see if you qualify call 609-652-0230 Absecon Senior Center Zumba Chair (seated cardio workout) with Kymbah every Tuesday, starting Sept. 8th (9-10am) Absecon Senior Center Continue Gary and Natalie’s Tai Chi class with their “Easy for Life” DVD every Thurs 9-10am Absecon Senior Center Every Thursday Walk Your Way to Health 9-10am Absecon Senior Center Every Thurs Fit Body Fit Mind chair yoga with Naida 12:30-1:30pm (ALL FITNESS ACTIVITIES ARE FREE TO OUR SENIORS) Absecon Senior Center open to all Atlantic County senior citizens (age 60+).
Volunteers needed. Galloway Township residents: the Bayview Volunteer Fire Company is looking for volunteers who are interested in protecting and serve Galloway Township, and we are looking for members to help continue that tradition. No prior experience necessary; however, you must be 18 years old, be able to pass a physical, and a be able to complete a Firefighter training program within one year of joining (cost for training provided by company). If interested, please contact Chief Mackintosh at 609287-1849 or send an email to Bayviewfire@gmail.com Galloway Township Mobile Pantry open to res-
idents of Galloway Township the third Wednesday of Each Month from 10am to noon at the Galloway Township Municipal Complex to register and qualify bring a photocopy of a valid ID + one of the following: food stamp card, medicaid card, ssi/ssd award letter, county welfare ID, current pay stub, TANF OR WIC documentation, unemployment statement, current ID with name and address must be presented at each visit. Bring your own bags. Provided by the Community FoodBank of NJ/Southern Branch.
Don Purdy - continued; The RDI project alone has brought hundreds of jobs to Galloway Township. The market has caused a significant number of job losses in the area but our hope is with every finished project more local residents will find employment. Galloway Township is in a good budget position for 2016. We hope that the Galloway Township School Board, Greater Egg Harbor Regional School Board and Atlantic County will keep their taxes flat. I look forward to an exciting and positive 2016.
Chuck Knutson - continued; I would like to ask that everyone in our community take some time in 2016 to make our township even better. You can volunteer to help with one of the many events planned for 2016 like the Magnus Mud Run or the 4th of July Parade. There will be other big events like National Night Out, the Halloween events or the Galloway Township Summer Camp. Volunteers are always needed. You can also help at the Galloway Senior Center or help keep the community clean. We all need to stop thinking that someone else will do it and do it ourselves. Just take a few minutes to make sure your street is free of trash. If your neighbors see you doing it, chances are they will help as well. There are so many people in our community that help. I want to single out a few that are always willing to help. The Coppola family that has owned and operated Historic Smithville Village for years. The Coppola family helps with everything. I am always impressed by how much help they give the community. Galloway Township Deputy Mayor Tony Coppola, is at virtually every event and on countless committees. He works tirelessly to make our community a better place to live. Jim and Rebecca Bozarth have been extremely generous by providing facilities at which we can better prepare our sons and daughters that have chosen to join the military prior to their leaving for Boot Camp. Our new Police Chief Donna Higbee and Township Manager Susan Jacobucci both have a great commitment to the community and have been highly visible as well as helping at many events. The Galloway Fire Department is always helping out. Galloway Public Works helps at many events. The Cicarelli family at Goodfellows restaurant help out with food and other donations. There are a number of people I could point out. I want you all to know how grateful we are for your help and commitment to making Galloway an even better, stronger, family community. Happy New Year and we wish you the very best in 2016.
The Galloway Patriot newspaper is pleased to announce the winner of our third annual “Holiday Gift Basket Contest”. The winner, Lois Gaskell-Garrison, was chosen at random from thousands of entries. She was presented with an amazing looking basket assembled and filled by the Village Sweet Shoppe in Smithville Village. Presenting the basket for the Galloway Patriot was Liz Rocco of the Village Sweet Shoppe. The basket was filled with many great prizes Including: Smithville Inn Brunch for 2 Lindy Hops an Ice Cream Pizza gift certificate Tangles Beauty Studio Manicure/Pedicure $40 W.L. Goodfellows $50 Party Starters Invite Bands Escape Beauty Boutique $100 King Pin Bowling A Free Family Dinner and 2 hours of bowling Sweet Shoppe in Smithville Assorted Chocolates Hale Nails II $25 Athenian Garden $25 Gourmet Italian Cuisine $40 Cloud 9 Day Spa 1/2 Hour massage or 1/2 Hour Facial $50 Days of Olde Antiques $50 Johnny Boy’s Subs $15 Sorella’s $25 Gift Card and Brush Products The Wash At Galoway $100 We would like to thank everyone for participating and we look forward to our next big contest.
What began in 1992 with a trailer load of wreaths, decorated by volunteers and laid at the graves of fallen soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery, has now become a national organization with over 900 participating locations. The Wreaths Across America mission is “Remember, Honor, and Teach”. The wreaths across America events coordinated by the Absecon VFW Post 9462 included two wreath-laying ceremonies on Saturday December 12, 2015 in Absecon. This is one of the ways to spread the message about the importance of remembering our fallen heroes, honoring those who serve, and teaching our children about the sacrifices made by veterans and their families to preserve our freedoms. Absecon Mayor John Armstrong, The VFW Honor Guard, Rolling Thunder NJ Chapter and veterans’ families, attended a short ceremony at two locations led by the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Wreaths were laid, prayers given, taps played and the gun salute was carried out in honor of the fallen veterans.
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The Galloway Senior Center Holiday Party was held on Tuesday, December 1st at the Galloway Senior Center on the White Horse Pike. Every seat was filled as the crowd waited for Chef Joe Deluzio to complete the feast which he volunteered to prepare for the townships seniors. Chef Joe prepared penne pasta, chicken alfredo, meatballs, italian sausage, salad and vegetables. There was a huge amount of food and those attending were able to eat as many helpings as they wished. Volunteers serving the food included Galloway Deputy Mayor Tony Coppola and Galloway Patriot newspaper publisher Chuck Knutson. Councilman Tim Meadows, Galloway Township Manager Sue Jacobucci, Councilmen Frank Gargione and Jennifer Hahn was also at the event extending holiday greetings. Beth Stasuk and Jen Deluzio, of Galloway’s Community Services did a great job producing and organizing the event. Galloway is lucky to have such dedicated and caring people providing our community with so many great services and events. Congratulations to Mrs. J, Judy Schaier and Edie Simpson for receiving well deserved awards. Helping with door prizes were Tess Nicholaou and Anna Jezycki. The Galloway Patriot is honored and happy to participate in these events. We enjoy all of these great times with our neighbors.
Galloway Township Community Services held its 2nd annual Christmas Tree lighting on Monday, December 7, 2015 at 6:30pm. Mayor Don Purdy, Deputy Mayor Tony Coppola, Councilman Tony DiPietro, Township Manager Susan Jacobucci, and Chief of Police Donna Higbee attended along with a large amount of Galloway families. Free hot chocolate and assorted Christmas cookies were provided by the ambulance squad, while Brian Conover and family sang and played cheerful Christmas music, and the Galloway Township Fire Department brought in Santa and Mrs. Claus to light the tree with his Christmas magic. Galloway Community Services Director Beth Stasuk, Jennifer DiLuzio, and staff put together another great Galloway Event.
Magnus Mud Run 2016 The dates for the 2016 Magnus Mud Run have been set. There will be two FREE events in 2016. The first will be June 11th and the second will be August 20th. Both dates are Saturdays and the start times as always are 11am. The events will take place at the Municipal Complex on Jimmie Leeds Road. The event is open to 3 through 8 year olds. The Galloway Patriot staff welcomes volunteers to help with set-up and watching the kids negotiate the obstacles. To become a sponsor of the event please give us a call. We use all proceeds to maintain the obstacles. 609.780.7432
Galloway Township Mayor Don Purdy sits on Santa’s lap Senior Care of Galloway held its first annual Christmas Tree Lighting on Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 5pm. Director Jennifer Bucolo opened the festivities by welcoming Pastors Mike and Dean Bult from the Mainland Baptist Church to start with a prayer. Mayor Don Purdy said a few words and introduced the activities Director Erica Spina. The Mainland Baptist Church singers led the large crowd in “Jingle Bells” and “Away in a Manger”. Shortly afterwards Erica Spina announced that Santa and his Elf, Chandler Spina, had arrived to light the Christmas tree with their Christmas magic. The crowd counted down and Santa lit the tree with his magic wand. To finish off the outside activities the singers led everyone in “We Wish You a Merry Christmas”. All were invited inside for hot chocolate, cookies and pictures with Santa Claus and his merry elf. Mayor Don Purdy asked Santa to watch over all the great families of Galloway this Christmas Season. This was a great first event for the staff and members of Galloway’s Senior Care.
Galloway Library Events January 01/02 Personal Safety in Today’s World. 3-5pm Open to adults. Chuck Knutson, author of Direct Action, presents this timesly seminar, providing valuable information and instruction on how to be safe and preserve life in the event of workplace violence or terrorism attacks. Learn important safety tips from Chuck Knutson’s 30+ year experience in military and security contracting. * 01/04 Coffee Cup Classic Theater 10:30am1:30pm Open to adults. Enjoy a cup of coffee, treats & a movie. Watch a film from the Golden Age of Hollywood. Stay for a fun discussion. Feel free to bring your own cushion to get comfortable & make yourself at home. 01/05 The Presidential Campaign: Lecture & Discussion 6:30-7:30pm Open to adults. Professor Claire Abernathy of Stockton University presents a lecture about the upcoming presidential campaign from the first primary to the November election. Q & A session follows the talk. 01/06 A Novel Idea Book Club 10:30-12pm Open to Adults. If you enjoy reading, our monthly book club selections keep you coming back for more. You read the books, we provide tea & cookies. 01/06 Introduction to the Internet 6:30-7:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn the basics of the internet from browsers to search engines, how to evaluate websites & how to print. Class size is limited to 4. 01/07 Introduction to Excel 11am-12pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn how to set up spreadsheets, graphs, & basic formulas in Microsoft Excel. Class size is limited to 4. 01/07 Introduction to Computers 2-3pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn everything about the mouse & all the keys of the keyboard. Class size is limited to 4 . 01/07 Cupcake Diaries Party 6-7:30pm Suggested for ages 8-13. Registration required. Celebrate the newest Cupcake Diaries book with games, snacks & prizes! 01/08 Resumes and Job Applications 11am12pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. If you are looking for a job or to want to brush up your resume, learn how to make a cover letter & resume & search for different jobs. Class size is limited to 4. 01/09 Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 11am-12pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn everything from how to make flyers to how to make brochures. Class size is limited to 4. 01/09 Lego Contest 1-2pm Suggested for ages 5-12. Registration requested. All LEGO blocks supplied, no kits allowed. Contestants must work individually. You have one hour to build your original creation. Prize awarded to 1st & 2nd place winners. 01/09 Based on the Book: Film Series 1:30-4pm Open to Adults. Watch a different Movie every month and then discuss how the book compares to the movie. “The Godfather” 01/11 Kids Only Book Club 4-5pm Suggested for ages 8-12. Registration required. Do you love to read? Enjoy tasty snacks & discuss books. 01/12 Preschool Storytime 10:30-11:15am Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft. 01/12 Lego Club 4-5pm Suggested for ages 6 & older. Gather with other LEGO lovers to build something & show the rest of the group. We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination. 01/12 Introduction to Microsoft Word 6-7pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn all the tips to writing documents in Word from spell check
to formatting. Class size is limited to 4. 01/12 Furry Buddies 6:30-7:30pm Suggested for ages 6-14. Registration requested but dropins welcome! Read a story to Cavan, Erin, or Freedom--therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children. Learn about the benefits of reading aloud to a therapy dog. 01/13 Toddler Storytime 10-10:30am Suggested for ages 1 1/2-3. Bring your little ones to hear stories & sing songs! 01/13 Preschool Storytime 1:30-2:15pm Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft! 01/13 Introduction to Email 6:30-7:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn all the basics of email from setting up an account to attaching a document. Class size limited to 4. 01/14 Introduction to Windows 10 3:30-4:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn everything from how to operate Windows 10 to all the new programs it offers. Class size limited to 4. 01/14 Family Movie Night 6-8pm Open to all. Join us on the second Thursday night of the month for a fun family movie. Light refreshments provided. 1/14- Pixels 01/16 Saturday Afternoon Movie 2:30-5pm Open to all. Spend a Saturday afternoon watching a movie at the library. Light refreshments provided. 1/16- Frozen 01/19 Preschool Storytime 10:30-11:15am Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft. 01/19 The Every Third Tuesday I Really, REALLY Love Books Club 1-4pm Open to adults. Love to read? What does everyone love to do after reading a great or downright stinky book? TALK ABOUT IT! Chat & laugh about books you love, books you hate, and books you can’t live without. 01/20 Toddler Storytime 10-10:30am Suggested for ages 1 1/2-3. Bring your little ones to hear stories & sing songs! 01/20 Preschool Storytime 1:30-2:15pm Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft! 01/20 Introduction to the Internet 6:30-7:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn the basics of the internet from browsers to search engines, how to evaluate websites & how to print. Class size is limited to 4. 01/20 The Be There or Be Square Wednesday Night I Love to Read Books Club 6:30-8pm Open to adults. Can’t attend the Tuesday Afternoon Book Club? The third Wednesday evening of the month book club is just what you are looking for. Like Tuesday’s club, there’s no required reading. 01/21 Introduction to Computers 2-3pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn everything about the mouse & all the keys of the keyboard. Class size is limited to 4 . 01/21 Teen Corner 5:30-6:30pm Suggested for ages 13-17. Registration requested. See what our new Teen Corner is about. Talk about books & new technology, participate in activities & eat snacks. 01/22 Resumes and Job Applications 11am12pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. If you are looking for a job or to want to brush up your resume, learn how to make a cover letter & resume & search for different jobs. Class size is limited to 4. 01/23 Introduction to Image Editing 11am12pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn everything from how to edit an image with Gimp to how to make a slide show with Microsoft Power Point. Class size limited to 4. 01/23 Scrabble Club 1-2pm Open to adults. Registration requested. Enjoy an afternoon of wordplay with neighbors & friends. 01/23 First in a Series Book Club 3-4pm Open to adults. Read & discuss the first book of different mystery series. 1/23: Nelson Demille’s Plum Island, the first in the John Corey Series.
01/25 Keep Calm and Color 10am-12pm Open to adults. Registration requested. Experience the relaxing benefits of adult coloring. 01/26 Preschool Storytime 10:30-11:15am Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft. 01/26 Lego Club 4-5pm Suggested for ages 6 & older. Gather with other LEGO lovers to build something & show the rest of the group. We supply the LEGOs, you supply the imagination. 01/26 Introduction to Microsoft Word 6-7pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn all the tips to writing documents in Word from spell check to formatting. Class size is limited to 4. 01/26 Furry Buddies 6:30-7:30pm Suggested for ages 6-14. Registration requested but dropins welcome! Read a story to Cavan, Erin, or Freedom--therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children. Learn about the benefits of reading aloud to a therapy dog. 01/27 Toddler Storytime 10-10:30am Suggested for ages 1 1/2-3. Bring your little ones to hear stories & sing songs! 01/27 Preschool Storytime 1:30-2:15pm Suggested for ages 3 1/2-5. Registration required for any session. Hear fun stories & make a cool craft! 01/27 Introduction to Email 6:30-7:30pm Open to adults. Registration required & begins 2 weeks before each session. Learn all the basics of email from setting up an account to attaching a document. Class size limited to 4. 01/29 Make a Puzzle 4-4:45pm Suggested for ages 8-12. Registration required. Celebrate National Puzzle Day by creating a simple puzzle.
January 2 - Saturday afternoon from 3 to 5 pm at the Galloway Library OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Active Shooter & Terrorism Emergency Action Planning In the ever increasingly violent world in which we now live, an attack must be considered a real threat. Emergency Action Planning will help prepare you for such an emergency. Attend this free seminar for valuable training to help you adopt procedures necessary for the preservation of life. The seminar will be given by Chuck Knutson, publisher of the Galloway Patriot newspaper. He is the author of “Direct Action” armed home defense and has over 30 years experience in physical armed security. He provides training for military and law enforcement. More information & Registration at GallowayPatriot.com
GALLOWAY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CALENDAR January 1 SCHOOLS CLOSED, Winter Break 15 EARLY DISMISSAL, Staff Articulation 18 SCHOOLS CLOSED, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day February 12 WINTER STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY, Staff Only 15 SCHOOLS CLOSED, President’s Day 24 EARLY DISMISSAL, Parent-Teacher Conferences POMONA PRESCHOOL Friday, January 8 Freezing Friday Wear Your Favorite sweater Tuesday, January 12 FSA meeting Pomona School 6pm Friday, January 15 School Spirit Day Early Dismissal Monday, January 18 School Closed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Thursday, January 21 Pretzel Forms due Friday, January 22 Pretzel Friday Friday, January 29 Inside out day! ROLAND ROGERS Tuesday, January 5, 2016 FSA Meeting @8am Library Thursday, January 14, 2016 Class Photos Friday, January 15, 2016 Club Photos Early Dismissal Day- Staff Articulation Monday, January 18, 2016 No School- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Monday, February 1, 2016 National School Counselors Week Tuesday, February 2, 2016 National School Counselors Week FSA Meeting @8am Library Wednesday, February 3, 2016 National School Counselors Week Thursday, February 4, 2016 National School Counselors Week Sports Dinner Friday, February 5, 2016 National School Counselors Week Friday, February 12, 2016 No School- Winter Staff Development Day Monday, February 15, 2016 No School- Presidents’ Day Thursday, February 18, 2016 Spring Photos Friday, February 19, 2016 Multi-cultural Day Wednesday, February 24, 2016 Parent/ Teacher Conferences 4-7pm
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Friday, January 15 Early Dismissal Monday, January 18 School Closed Dr. Martin Luther King Wednesday, January 20 Sports Physicals are due Friday, February 12-15 School Closed Presidents Weekend Friday, February 19 FSA Neon Party Dance Wednesday, February 24 Early Dismissal Parent/Teacher Conference 1pm
Absegami High School Monday, January 4 All Students and Staff return Tuesday, January 5 Junior Parents Meeting College Admissions Course Selection AHS Main Cafeteria starts at 6:30pm Thursday, January 7 Counselor Presentation to GTMS Grade 8 Friday, January 8 Lip Sync Competition starts at 7pm Saturday, January 9 AHS Forensics Tournament 7am-7pm Monday, January 11 Lip Sync starts at 6:30pm Wednesday, January 13 8th Grade Parent Orientation PAC / PTSO Meeting 7-8:30pm Thursday, January 14 Counselor Presentation to GTMS Grade 8 PAC Monday, January 18 School Closed Martin Luther King Day Friday, January 22 End of Second Marking Pe-
riod / Cabaret Night PAC starts at 6:30pm Monday, January 25 Parent Information Meeting AHS Library 6:30-8:30pm Friday, January 29 Marking Period 2 Report Cards Posted Saturday, January 30 FREE Sat/Act Combo test Sr. Cafe starts at 8am Thursday, February 4-Friday, February 5 7am2:30pm American Red Cross Blood Drive Performing Arts Center Friday, February 5 Talent Show Performing Arts Center 6:30pm Monday, February 8-Wednesday, February 17 Counselors Scheduling at GTMS Gym 7:25am2:30pm Monday, February 8 Faculty Meeting starts at 2:40pm Wednesday, February 10 7-8:30pm PTSO Meeting Monday, February 15 School Closed Presidents Day Tuesday, February 16 SEAC Meeting room 302 starts at 6:30pm Thursday, February 18-Friday, February 19 NJSIAA District 32 Wrestling 7-10am Monday, February 22-Friday, February 26 Access for ELL’s Thursday, February 25 Cape Atlantic League Basketball Semi-Finals starts 5pm Monday, February 29 Parent Information Meeting AHS Library 6:308:30pm
Monday, January 18 No School Dr. Martin Luther Kind Day Wednesday, January 20 End of the Second Marking Period Friday, January 29 Daddy Daughter Dance Sunday, January 31-Saturday, February 6 Catholic Schools Week Monday, February 1-Thursday, February 4 Coin Drive Friday, February 5 Noon Dismissal After Care until 3pm Friday, February 5 Mother Son Event Monday, February 8-Friday, February 12 Trash For Cash Wednesday, February 10 Fish Fry Ash Wednesday 4:30-7:30pm Friday, February 12 Classroom Valentine’s Day Parties 1:30pm Monday, February 15 No School Presidents Day Saturday, February 20 Quizzo Night 6:30pm ARCS 3rd Annual QUIZZO NIGHT!!Bring your friends and test your knowledge in categories like:Sports, Current Events, Pop Culture, and even Catholic and ARCS trivia! 7pm (Doors open @ 6:30pm)In the School Gymnasium BYOB (21 and over) Tables/Teams of up to 10 are permitted or you can be a table of two Tickets are Limited! Call 652-7134, email cflammer@arcsgalloway.org Alumni/Parents/ Parishioners…bring friends the more the merrier!!!
Egg Harbor City School District Friday, January 1 Winter Recess School Closed Monday, January 4 School Re-opens Wednesday, January 13 Staff Development 12:50 dismissal Monday, January 18 MLK Jr. Day School Closed Friday, February 12-Monday, February 15 No School CEDAR CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Tuesday, January 5 Junior Parent Night Performing Arts Center starts at 6:30pm Friday, January 8 Last Day to Register for ACT Friday, January 8 Lip Sync Performing Arts Center starts at 6:30pm Tuesday, January 12 8th Grade Academic Night starts at 6:30pm PAC Thursday, January 14 Share the Keys Presentation starts at 6:30pm Friday, January 15 Dance Student works show PAC starts at 6:30pm Saturday, January 16 Community Blood Drive 9:30am-2:30pm Monday, January 18 Martin Luther King JR. Day School Closed Thursday, January 21 Crew Booster Meeting Library 7pm Friday, January 22 NHS Game Night Gym starts 6:30pm Saturday, January 23 SAT Test Wednesday, January 27 Jump Start Testing 8am-12pm Friday, January 29 Student of the Month Luncheon starts 11am Friday, January 29 Student/Staff Talent Show PAC starts at 6:30pm Friday, February 5 Last Day to register for SAT Friday, February 5 Semiformal Dance 6:3010:30pm Thursday, February 11 Pirate Princess Valentine’s Day starts at 6:30pm cafe Friday, February 12-Monday, February 15 School Closed President’s Day Thursday, February 18 Crew Booster meeting library starts 7pm Friday, February 19 Dancing with the Staff starts 6:30pm PAC Saturday, February 20 NJ 4H Horse Program PAC/Cafe starts 8am Thursday, February 25 Parent Financial Aid Night 6:30-8pm Friday, February 26 Student of the MOnth Luncheon Library 11am
HOLY SPIRIT HIGH SCHOOL Monday, January 4 Classes Resume Wednesday, January 6 Fathers Club meeting 7-8pm cafeteria Friday, January 8 HSPT Testing 8:30am seating is limited Monday, January 11 Massin Memory of Mary Iannucci by Joe and Cassie Calvi 7:20am Chapel Monday, January 11 Mothers’ Guild General Meeting 7-8pm Tuesday, January 12 Mass in Memory of Mary Iannucci 2:20 chapel Tuesday, January 12 Mothers’ Guild General Meeting 7pm Wednesday, January 13 Mass in Memory of Richard J. Shaffer, Jr. by Sue and Abbey Werner 2:20pm chapel Thursday, January 14 Massin Memory of Richard J. Shaffer, Jr. 7:20am Monday, January 18 School Closed Martin Luther King Jr. Day Tuesday, January 19-Friday, January 22 MidTerm Exams and Make-up and Conflict Exams Friday, January 22 Right to Life March in Washington, D.C. Thursday, January 28 Career Day / Early Dismissal 11:15am Parent/Teacher Conferences 12-2pm and 6:30-8pm Saturday, January 30 SAT and ACT Practive test 9am-1pm Sunday, January 31-Saturday, February 6 Catholic Schools Week Monday, February 1-Monday, February 29 Mothers’ Guild 50/50 Raffle Tickets Available Tuesday, February 2 Catholic Schools Week Liturgy All are Welcome 8:15am Auditorium Wednesday, February 3 Fathers’ Club Meeting 7-8pm Friday, February 5 Winter Pep Rally Wednesday, February 10-Monday, February 29 Playbill Ad Drive for “Little Shop of Horrors”! Wednesday, February 10 Ash Wednesday Liturgy All Are Welcome 8:15am Monday, February 15 School Closed President’s Day Tuesday, February 16 Sophomore Class Ring Assembly Tuesday, February 23 Sophomore Class Ring Orders During Lunch Patterns Wednesday, February 24 Sophomore Class Ring Orders During Lunch Patterns and 5-7pm in Foyer Friday, February 26 2016 Salute to the Spartans Bash 6-11pm Golden Nugget Casino
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Myths, Tall-Tales, and (Un)truths “Rain rain go away. Come again another day.” I have some important edits to this nursery rhyme. First, it may be necessary to substitute “snow snow,” “hail hail,” “sleet sleet,” and “cold cold” for rain. Second, I would like to make a special request that it does not return until next year. Like most of the East Coast, I am ready for spring! December is a winter wonderland but by the time January rolls around, I am not alone when I say “enough already!” It’s time to thaw. Dr. Nina’s What You Need to Know: Busting Cold Weather Myths Myth: Cold air makes you sick. Cold weather does not cause you to “catch a cold;” but it makes it easier to spread germs. In fact, germs grow best when it is warm. However, when it is cold outside, we tend to stay indoors and remain in close contact. This makes it easier to transmit germs. Additionally, research has shown that viruses spread more easily through dry air. Not only is there less humidity outdoors, but central heating dries the indoors. Myth: I should not exercise in the cold. Do not store away your running shoes. Studies have shown that race times are actually faster and as a result you can burn more calories in less time. Additionally, exercising boosts your endorphins which can help fight off those winter blues. But before taking a jog make sure that you do a warm up first and you are properly dressed for the elements. Myth and Truth: Allergies go away in the winter If you suffer from indoor allergens, they may get worse. The cold weather makes it more likely that your pets will stay indoors, that you will shut those windows and not get fresh air, and that certain molds will thrive. However, if you suffer from pollen allergies, then your symptoms will improve. Myth: I skip the sunscreen in the winter Don’t let the freezing cold fool you! During the winter months, we are closer to the sun and are exposed to more harmful rays. Additionally, ice and snow are great at reflecting harmful ultraviolet rays. This means you get a double dose of exposure (from the sun and then again from the reflection off the ground). So don’t forget to apply that sunscreen. Myth: Dry skin just an annoyance When skin becomes dry, it can result in small cracks that serve as passageways for germs to enter the body. To avoid this, experts recommend moisturizing at least twice a day—after showering and before bedtime. Because our hands are more prone to drying and cracks, keep lotion in your bag or at your desk, in the car and next to the soap in the bathroom so you can moisturize throughout the day. Myth: Eating chicken soup helps you fight off that cold. Chicken soup may not only be good for your soul, but also your cold. Studies have shown that chicken soup stimulates your immune system, specifically, your white blood cells. Additionally, the warmth of the soup can help reduce sinus and throat pain. Myth: Cold temps cause hair loss Mother nature gave us hair to keep us warm. Thus, it makes sense that during the winter months, we hold onto our hair more tightly. Not convinced? Look at your pet dog Kujo to see how thick his fur gets in the winter. Studies have also shown that we have the greatest hair loss in the summer.
Like most of us, I am ready to “spring forward.” In December I was singing the chorus “Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow;” but my tune has changed and I am saying au revoir and adios to the cold. And I am not alone in this sentiment. There was just a knock at my door. It was the snowman begging to come in and get warm.
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On Saturday, December 12, 2015 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton held its second annual Santa’s Christmas Cookie Walk. The turnout was so fantastic that the church opened its doors 45 minutes ahead of schedule to the many in search of the perfect box of homemade holiday cookies. The Santa’s Christmas Cookie walk workers were hard at work until all the cookies were gone. Carol Johnson, Marian Cicarelli, Pastor Perry Cherubini and the rest of the volunteers produced a wonderful second Santa’s Christmas Cookie Walk. Carol Johnson said a special thank you to John Cicarelli from W.L. Goodfellows for baking 200lbs of cookies and to Galloway’s Deputy Mayor Tony Coppola from the Smithville Inn who baked another 25lbs of cookies to help make the day great.
On Saturday, December 5, 2015, Egg Harbor City held their Annual Tree Lighting at 6pm. Chamber of Commerce’s, Jim Schroeder, started the festivities off by announcing Reverend Kathleen of Zion Lutheran Church who gave the invocation. Mayor Jiampetti welcomed everyone and asked that we keep our Troops and Veterans in our prayers this holiday season. There was music, sing-along, treats for the children, and a visit from Santa arriving on a fire truck. Lovely performances by Pilgrim Academy Bell Ringers rang us into the spirit of Christmas with many holiday tunes, Cedar Creek High School had two soloist sing Christmas tunes that got the children dancing in their spots and a special appearance by “Elvis” made the musical spirit of Christmas come alive on Philadelphia Avenue in Egg Harbor City.
Absegami High School’s Performing Arts Department spread some holiday cheer to the community with the school’s second joint Holiday Spectacular on Thursday, December 17th. The holiday spectacular features the combined talents of students in the band, choir, dance, drama, film and media department as well as the Galloway Township Middle School Choir. Nearly 100 students performed in this year’s second annual holiday spectacular. The event was created in 2014 to bring together all of the performing arts during the holiday season and offer the community something wonderful. Besides celebrating the holiday, this upbeat, high-energy show helps those who need it most this time of the year. Chip Garrison, director, said “We want to get the children involved in something festive for the holidays, but also want to give back to the community and do something charitable”. The public was asked for a $5 donation, and proceeds from the concession stand sales and raffles, which was to be donated to the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. This show was a great way to bring the community and students together for a truly Holiday Spectacular from the Absegami High School’s Performing Arts Department. See over 135 photos from this great event at GallowayPatriot.com
The Pre-K 4 class at Assumption had a great time when Santa came to visit
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