A Message from Mayor Susan Shin Angulo |
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Dear Neighbor:
Over the last few weeks, Cherry Hill Township has partnered with Touch New Jersey Food Alliance to distribute free boxes of fresh produce to those in need throughout our community.
On Thursday, Council President David Fleisher and Councilwoman Sangeeta Doshi, along with Township staff and several resident volunteers, joined us for another successful food distribution at Cherry Hill High School East. Since the end of July, we have helped feed hundreds of people by distributing over 1,700 boxes of free food to members in our community.
I'd like to thank Touch New Jersey Food Alliance, the Cherry Hill Police Department, our many resident volunteers, members of Township Council, and Township staff for helping make this event possible. I'd also like to thank Wegmans for donating bottled water and snacks for the volunteers.
Please continue to check our website and social media accounts for future events. And as always, we will continue to look for ways to help best serve our community during these difficult times.
Please continue to stay safe and be well.
Sincerely,
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Mayor officiates wedding of longtime Cherry Hill residents |
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Last weekend, Mayor Angulo had the honor of officiating her first wedding as Mayor of Cherry Hill Township. Longtime Cherry Hill residents, Thomas Giorgi and Katie Champion tied the knot at John H. Adler Memorial Park with close family by their side.
Congratulations to Thomas and Katie - we wish you the very best!
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Councilman attends grand opening of The Posh Pooch Day Care & Spa |
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Last Saturday, Councilman Carter attended the ribbon cutting and grand opening of The Posh Pooch Day Care & Spa located on Brace Road in Cherry Hill. We are thrilled to welcome you to our community and wish you the best of luck!
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Get Tested for COVID-19 in New Jersey |
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Testing sites have various operating hours and requirements. Most require an appointment in advance. Some require proof of residency in New Jersey or a specific county or municipality. Please verify hours and requirements with a test site before visiting.
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Spotted Lanternfly Information |
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If you are in one of the quarantined counties of Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Mercer, Salem, Somerset or Warren, you do not need to contact the New Jersey Department of Agriculture about Spottted Lanternfly sightings, as they are aware of their presence in these communities.
Spotted Lanternfly locations in unquarantined counties in New Jersey can be reported to the Department by emailing slf-plantindustry@ag.nj.gov or by calling 609-406-6943.
If you are able to eliminate the Spotted Lanternfly, please do so.
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Information for Cherry Hill residents regarding COVID-19 |
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Stay up to date with the latest information regarding COVID-19 in Cherry Hill. Find information such as the following:
- How to Conduct Township Business
- Closures throughout Town
- Helpful Links and Resources
- FAQs
- Information for Local Businesses
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Camden County Mosquito Commission Spraying |
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The Camden County Mosquito Control Commission will be spraying in neighborhoods across Cherry Hill for the next several weeks in an effort to limit growth of our area's mosquito population. Visit the Township website for local spraying schedules, as they are announced by the County. |
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Join our community effort to become a NWF Wildlife Friendly Habitat |
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Bernadette Exley, of Erlton, has created a rich and colorful wildlife habitat in both her front and back yards. Fritillary butterflies, bumblebees, hummingbirds, and a host of other species happily share the garden bounty, which hosts both native perennials and colorful annuals. These plants provide ample seed, pollen and nectar for all of her wild "neighbors". Water features provide hydration, and shrubs and trees offer nesting sites and shelter.
Bernadette likes the motto: "Don't clear the table until everyone is done eating." This means that plants are not removed when they have died, but remain until the birds and other wildlife have been able to eat all the seeds.
Over 100 Cherry Hill residents, like Bernadette, have joined the community initiative launched in May by the Cherry Hill Environmental Board.
In an effort to replace wildlife habitat that has been lost due to development, neighbors are certifying their yards as National Wildlife Federation Wildlife Habitats. When 300 residents certify their yards at www.NWF.org/certify, Cherry Hill will become nationally recognized as one of only about 130 US towns to qualify as a NWF Certified Habitat Community.
We are just over a third of the way to our goal. Will you help? The process is simple, quick, and can be a learning tool for the whole family. Visit www.NWF.org/Garden-for-Wildlife to find out tips to make your patio, balcony or yard a wildlife friendly space. |
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10th Anniversary of the Cherry Hill Trails Program –
Highlighting the Barclay Farmstead Trails
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The Cherry Hill Environmental Board is marking the 10th Anniversary of the Cherry Hill Trails Program. Each month, one of the 11 trail locations will be highlighted. This month it is the Barclay Farmstead Trails.
The Barclay Farmstead Trails are three interconnected loops, totaling approximately .75 miles in length. They are located next to a farmstead that was built in 1816, and has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. The trails run along the north branch of the Cooper River, and can sometimes be muddy in places. Raised footpaths help in some areas. Many bird species can be seen here due to the unique setting and different habitat types. Barclay Farmstead Trails have been designated as a National Recreation Trail by US Department of the Interior, and selected as the beginning location of the NJ Audubon Bird and Wildlife Trails in Southern New Jersey. While the trails here are relatively short and easy, it nevertheless offers a variety of habitat, including wetlands, riparian forest, and a large pond. See if you can see ducks, Green frogs or turtles in the pond.
As part of the 10th Anniversary, you can walk or bike trails at 11 locations and participate in the Cherry Hill Trails Challenge. A Challenge Passport is available on the Cherry Hill website and at the Recreation Department in Town Hall, when it reopens. Challenge requirements are noted on the back of the Passport as are the prizes available to those completing all requirements at three different levels; Bronze, Silver and Gold. Take the Challenge and enjoy all the trails, solitude and nature that the Cherry Hill Trails have to offer. Check out all the trails on our website.
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Upcoming Virtual Township Meetings |
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In order to join the virtual meetings, please refer to the log-in information and links on our website under the calendar section.
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Department of Public Works |
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The Department of Public Works Administrative Offices will remain closed to the public until further notice. Public Works will be continuing to provide services to the best of their ability. If you have an emergency matter that requires immediate attention, please call (856) 424-4422 or email publicworks@chtownship.com.
A reminder to residents regarding the Special Storm Yard Waste Collection
If you contacted the Department of Public Works prior to the Friday, August 14, 2020 deadline - your address has been added to the list and the debris will be picked up. At this time, we cannot determine an exact collection date for each resident, but we ask for your patience and assure you it will be collected.
Please remember: Your regular Yard Waste Collection is picked up on your scheduled collection day. Bins and paper bags must weigh under 50 pounds and branches must be 4 ft. or less, tied and bundled.
If you have any questions, please contact the Department of Public Works at (856) 424-4422
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Although, Township offices are closed, our Senior Services Coordinator is still responding to voicemail and email. Please note that during this time, senior bus services are currently suspended. If you have any questions regarding Cherry Hill Senior Services, please contact Gaye Pino by email or (856) 661-4800.
Older people are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 which may result in increased stress during a crisis. Here are a few things you can do to cope with that stress:
- Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories and social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
- Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugs.
- Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
- Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
- Call your healthcare provider if stress gets in the way of your daily activities for several days in a row.
- If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others, call 911
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746 (TTY: 1-800-846-8517).
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Cherry Hill Public Library News & Events |
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Hours and Guidelines
The Cherry Hill Public Library is open with limited hours: Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Wednesday nights we are open until 8 p.m. Contactless Pickup continues Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Contactless Pickup ends at 4 p.m. on Wednesdays and is not available on Saturdays. To schedule Contactless Pickup call 856-667-0300 x2 (Reference) during Library open hours or email chplref@chplnj.org. Masks and social distancing are required in the building. Your mask must be worn the whole time you are in the building and it must be over your nose and under your mouth. Metered access includes time limits of 30 minutes for patrons inside the building including 30 minutes on computers. Maximum capacity is set at 50 patrons at a time. If you feel any COVID symptoms please stay home.
Returns
Books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and video games can all be returned now in the outdoor book drops at CHPL and at the Marlkress Rd location at the Post Office. Do NOT put in the following items: American Girl dolls, puzzles, Kindle Fires, mobile hot spots, or any non-traditional items (https://chplnj.org/nontraditional_lending) Those items can be returned at the library. Once materials are returned to CHPL, they are put in quarantine for 72 hours. AFTER quarantine items will be checked in and adjusted on your account. Books and materials will be backdated to the day you returned them. Fines will not accrue during the days items are quarantined in the building.
Donations
Book donations or donations of other materials are currently NOT being accepted at this time.
Summer Reading
This year our Summer Reading Program for all ages has gone virtual! Keep checking our website and your email for updates. Thank you to the Friends of the Cherry Hill Public Library for supporting our Summer Reading Program. To register for Summer Reading: http://chplnj.readsquared.com/
Questions
If you have any questions during this time, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions before contacting us. https://chplnj.org/covid19-faq or email chplref@chplnj.org and a librarian will return your email Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Free Online Webinars for Job Seekers and Small Business
Visit the Libraries to Business website, a FREE resource to connect job seekers, businesses and nonprofits of New Jersey with organizations and experts actively engaged in business and workforce development webinars: https://libs2b.com/calendar/
Upcoming Programs:
Upcoming Author Event – Register Now: VIRTUAL: "Hidden Valley Road:" A Conversation with New York Times Bestselling Author Robert Kolker
Monday, August 24 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
CHPL is proud to welcome New York Times bestselling author Robert Kolker to discuss his latest novel, Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of An American Family. Robert Kolker is the author of Hidden Valley Road, an Oprah's Book Club selection and an instant #1 New York Times nonfiction best-seller. His previous book, Lost Girls, was also a New York Times best-seller and one of the New York Times's 100 Notable Books of 2013, as well as a Publisher’s Weekly Top Ten Book of the Year, one of Time’s best true crime books ever, and one of Slate’s best nonfiction books of the last 25 years. Hidden Valley Road is the nonfiction account of a mid-century American family with twelve children, six of them diagnosed with schizophrenia, that became science’s great hope in the quest to understand the disease. Signed books can be purchased from Inkwood Books in Haddonfield. For more info and to register.
Animal Crossing Open Hours
Monday, August 24 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 26 from 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Animal Crossing New Horizons players of all ages are invited to open play at CHPL Cove. Pick fruit, catch bugs, visit our virtual branch and museum, and swap recipes, fossils, furniture and clothing! Add the library's Nintendo Friend Code, SW-7377-8544-2015, then once playing ACNH, visit your airport, and select "visit through online play" to find us. Note: Animal Crossing requires a Nintendo Online subscription for online play. No registration required.
Virtual Beginner Tai Chi: Final Session!
Wednesday, August 26 from 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
This class will focus on basic elements of Tai Chi and Qi Gong meditation. With gentle movements, breathing, and stretching, participants will improve their balance, relaxation, and overall well-being. Join Eastern Harmony Healing as they lead us in practicing this beautiful art. Registration required.
Online Dungeons & Dragons for Kids!
Wednesday, August 26 from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Get together on Zoom to play D&D together! Open to grades 3-5. Registration is limited, so sign up early. You will be e-mailed a link to the Zoom meeting room + password upon registering. This meeting will not be recorded.
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