Merchantville is where memories are made. Founded in 1874, Merchantville is a spirited community outside of Center City Philadelphia and near Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Historically, Merchantville served as a residential hamlet for wealthy Philadelphia business owners, while others summered in this South Jersey center. With the completion of the Ben Franklin Bridge in 1926, Merchantville embarked on a prosperous path and a new era of expansion that continues to this day. A classic mix of 19th and early 20th century architecture and tree-lined streets with beautifully maintained gardens define the historic borough and its vital downtown. Less than one square mile, Merchantville is home to almost 3,800 residents. Quaint and intimate, Merchantville offers an unprecedented and authentic sense of community. https://www.classictowns.org/towns/merchantville-nj/
Monsterville Fest Photobooth
This is so much fun! Come join me for my 3rd annual Photo booth at the Monsterville Fest during Merchantville's "market Off Centre" on Saturday, October 28th. Online booking is available here. Get on my schedule now because these time slots fill up quickly! $25 per family. Please book additional time slots for each extended family seating.
New vendor adds foraged foods to the market
Welcome our newest vendor, Bruce Santino, to this coming Saturday's Farmers Market. Bruce is the Sous Chef at Forcella BYOB in Jenkintown who graduated from Pennsauken High and studied culinary arts at The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College. Fresh mushrooms, huckleberries, wild blueberries, cucumbers, squash, squash blossoms and basil all locally grown or foraged by Bruce Santino! Stop in and show Bruce that we want him back each week at Merchantville's Market Off Centre.
Neighbor spearheads Candlelight Vigil
We invite residents and neighbors to join in a peaceful and silent Candelight Vigil in Merchantville on Wednesday evening, 8/16/17, from 8:00-8:30PM. This vigil is being held in memory of Heather Heyer, Lt. H. Jay Cullen and trooper-pilot Berke Bates who lost their lives in Charlottesville, VA and to express our respect for racial, religious, ethnic and gender equality and justice. Please bring a candle and assemble at 8:00 PM along both sides of Maple Avenue from Route 130, at the entrance to the Borough of Merchantville, to Church Road in Pennsauken Township. We welcome all residents and neighbors who would like to express their personal sympathy for the loss of life and their concern about the events of this past weekend in a peaceful, respectful manner. Thank you.
Hummingbirds spotted in town
Resident, Nancy Page, received a tip from a Garden Club member on where to spot hummingbirds. They can be seen along the fence at the Public Works building on the path close to Cove Road. There are some wild morning glories they are enjoying there early in the morning around 8 a.m. Also, word has it that there have been many hummingbirds hanging out at the fountain in Morrisey Park during past Septembers. Keep your eyes out!
Vigil attracts 100 residents and neighbors
In response to the tragic events that occurred in Charlottesville, VA, residents from Merchantville, Pennsauken, and other neighboring communities gathered along Maple Ave. to remember Heather Heyer, Lieutenant Cullen and Trooper Bates, as well as to promote peace and unity. http://allaroundpennsauken.com/candlelight-vigil-takes-stand-against-hate/#.Was26ZOGNAZ
Merchantville Matters
When Merchantville Neighbors announced they were closing, I decided to start a new group. But looks like Neighbors isn't going anywhere. This can be an alternative group to discuss news and goings-on in and around 08109. The only rules are be nice to each other and don't spam the group! Rants and raves are fine on occasion, but do NOT bring drama here. This is a DRAMA-FREE zone. We'll work on a 3 strikes and you're out policy here until further notice. But seriously, let's focus on the positive aspects of living in this community - let's use our voices to promote the good things happening right here. Let's laugh at the funny things and help others in time of need. Also, promotions are fine within reason. Just don't post the same thing over and over, okay? Lastly, general topics that have nothing to do with Merchantville or aren't local in nature will be deleted. Thanks a bunch!