The Borough will host another American Red Cross Blood Drive at the Merchantville Community Center, 212 Somerset Avenue, on Tuesday, July 14th from 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Appointments are preferred. To make an appointment online sign up at www.redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code: "Merchantville Community". Save time on the day of the donation and visit www.redcrossblood.org/rapidpass to check donor eligibility guidelines, donation tips and tips to boost your iron. Area hospital patients are counting on you so, don’t forget to hydrate and bring your ID.
Healthy Drinks for Kids
The princess has spoken at The Juice Bar! Good health is the mind, body and soul living in harmony as one and it fills our hearts with joy to see children enjoy a healthy drink. In our continuing effort to provide you with the most nutritious and delicious juices, we are transitioning to bottled cold pressed juice only. Cold pressed juice protects & preserves the nutrients of the fruits & vegetables which means you get 100% of the vitamins, minerals, & nutrients in each juice! Cold pressed juices also have a longer shelf life so you can save your juice for up to 5 days (refrigerated) without worrying about losing any of its flavor or nutrients! Juices will be available to grab and go in our front refrigerator! Business hours - Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Call 856-324-0436 to order ahead for safe pick-up.
Meals for Seniors
There's an Emergency Meal Plan Program in place for Camden County residents over 60 years old temporarily during this pandemic. Individuals who are already receiving home-delivered meal services will AUTOMATICALLY get a week's worth of meals delivered once a week, a mix of frozen and fresh meals, dropped off on their porch or, if they live in an apartment complex, it will be delivered to the lobby. The driver will then call the person and let them know the meal is there. They will be doing this every week for the next 3 weeks. For those who are not already receiving home-delivered meal services, they can call 856-374-6325 and arrange to have emergency meals delivered. They do not have to be in the home delivered meals program to receive this temporary service during the pandemic. Please call above number to apply directly and arrange to have emergency meals delivered.
Tips to Boost Immunity
Stay active - Watch your diet - Stay on top of stress - Get enough sleep - Be strategic about supplements are just a few science-backed tips for strengthening your immune response to coronavirus quickly and effectively. When it comes to fighting coronavirus, you already know that handwashing and avoiding those who may be sick are key precautions. But experts say that boosting your immune system may also give you an edge in fending off viruses and staying healthy this season. Here are five smart steps shared by AARP to add to your to-do list now.
Pilates and Pours
Join Erin Chambers from Real Girl Pilates for Pilates & Pours at Eclipse Brewing on Saturday, March 14th from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Pre-registration required through Eventbrite. $20.00 includes a 1 hour Pilates class followed by your choice of 1 pour or flight of beer. No experience necessary, class is for all levels. 21+ only, just bring a Yoga Mat and water bottle. Do I have to drink beer? We know, it’s called Pilates & Pours. But we are equal opportunity beverage appreciators – so no, you don’t have to drink beer. Eclipse Brewery offers a non-beer option as well. But whether you have a drink after class or not, we hope you’ll stay and hang out.
Beginner Barre
Have you wanted to try barre but haven’t because you just don’t feel you know what you’re doing? Don’t worry we’ve all been there and that’s why Soulflower Yoga is offering a three (3) Week Beginner Barre Series from Sunday, February 23rd to March 8th at 11:00 a.m. Join us to try out and learn more about this low impact, high resistance and light weight workout that will have you sweating and feeling good. Pre-registration through our FitDEGREE app is required as we have a three person minimum and six person maximum. Space is limited so make sure to sign up today.