As the federal government shutdown continues and a halt and/or reduction to payments to SNAP recipients looms, many people will be scrambling to find food to get through November and perhaps longer. This interruption will affect roughly 14% of Camden County’s population, as well as our residents and neighbors, marking the first break in SNAP service in over six decades. As part of Camden County, Merchantville is partnering with the Food Bank of South

Shop, Sip & Support Merchantville's amazing small businesses on small business from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 29th. Kick off your holiday shopping right here in our downtown and take a break at our beer garden in Morrissey Park. Shop & Win! Each receipt from a purchase from a Merchantville shop or restaurant made on 11/29 earns you a chance to win a one-night stay in Lancaster, PA (tax included) provided by

We are fortunate to have quite an inventory of maple trees in Merchantville, many of which are suitable for sap tapping. Today, two members from Stockton University's Maple Project, Matt Olson, Assistant Professor of Environmental Science, and Lindsey Brown, lead for the maple hubs, walked the town with Joan Brennan and Kathy Manetas members of Incredible Edible's Merchantville Maple Project to number and tag trees for the 2026 maple sugaring season.

At 8:30 p.m. on Halloween Night at the Witch's House on the corner of Park Avenue and Centre Street, Mayor Brennan was pleased to proclaim the 2025 Haunts of Monsterville Winners. The Best Overall Theme went to "Pirates" at 72 Volan Street; the Best DIY Haunt was awarded to "Durantula-Phillies" at 25 East Walnut Avenue - Phillies; the Best Overall Effects was captured by "Whispering Pines" at 3 East Cedar Avenue; the Best Traditional Display

Merchantville's Board of Health is pleases to offer a senior information session on November 5, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the Merchantville Public Library, 130 South Centre Street. The Camden County Library System's full-time social worker, T’Keyah Hose, will provide information to residents in a variety of aspects including senior resources, health care and insurance, mental health and counseling referrals, and much more. Joining her

Thyme Kitchen and Catering in Merchantville know they're not the first, or the only restaurant stepping up during the government shutdown, but the more of us who can help, the better. Starting tomorrow, Saturday, November 1st, and through the holiday season, all children eat free at @thymekitchencatering. No purchase necessary. No questions asked. We won’t be checking SNAP cards or asking for proof- if you need a little help, we’re here for you. And,

Join us on Saturday, November 8th, from 1:00-5:00 p.m at Ryan's Retail for Merchantville's 2025 Health Fair. As a of the NJ Mayors Wellness Campaign's designee as an Up and Coming Healthy Town, Mayor Brennan, encourages all residents to participate in this community health initiative event. There will be demonstrations on: Chair Massage; Relaxation/Healthy Care Techniques; and, Healthy Habits. Local providers will offer Health/Wellness Coaching;