Mayor and Council President Join Dedication Ceremony

Over the weekend, Mayor Angulo and Council President David Fleisher were joined by Assemblywoman Pamela Lampitt, Camden County Historical Society Treasurer Bob Shinn and residents at the dedication ceremony of the Shaula C. Wright Little Free Library honoring the late Cherry Hill resident, Shaula Wright, a long time Cherry Hill resident, historian and lifelong reader.

The Little Free Library is a nonprofit organization that promotes neighborhood book exchanges, usually in the form of a public bookcase. The Shaula C. Wright Little Free Library, at the home of Barclay resident Christine Kostyrka, honors the memory of Shaula. Many of the books in the library were donated by Shaula, and helped her build a friendship with Christine, who first installed the library in 2016.

Shaula often said "The most wonderful gift to yourself is to be able to read."

Thank you to Christine, Shaula's daughter Martha Wright, Bob Shinn, family and friends for creating a lasting legacy for Shaula, "a wonderful gift" that the entire neighborhood can enjoy.

Mayor and Councilwoman Welcome New Officers to Cherry Hill

Mayor Angulo and Councilwoman Sangeeta Doshi joined CHPD Chief Robert Kempf in welcoming 14 new probationary police officers and special law enforcement officers to the Cherry Hill Police Department Thursday morning, following the administration of their oaths by Mayor Angulo.

CHPD Chaplains Rabbi Larry and Pastor Ted were also present to welcome the newest members, and to give them some words of advice as they enter their new career. Please join us in congratulating the following officers:

Probationary Police Officers: 

Brett Small

Jared Fox

Sean Rembach

Brooke Dougherty

Daniel Carpinello

Robert Deutsch

Jared Colbert

Maximillian Schwetje

SLEO Class II:

Ryan Waltimyer

Nicholas Cacia

Jonathan Arocho

Theodore Winsley

Jordan Kelly

SLEO Class I:

Casey Delaune

Mayor Reads to 5th Grade Class at African American Read-in

This week, Mayor Angulo attended the annual African American Read-In at Horace Mann Elementary School. The African American Read-In (AARI) is a groundbreaking effort to encourage communities to read together, centering African American books and authors.

Mayor Angulo read "Sit In: How Four Friends Stood Up by Sitting Down," by Andrea Davis Pinkney, with illustrations by Brian Pinkney, to a 5th grade class. The book recounts the momentous Woolworth's lunch counter sit-in, when four college students staged a peaceful protest that became a defining moment in the struggle for racial equality and the growing civil rights movement.

Thank you for the invitation Horace Mann Elementary!

Mayor Joins Super Seniors For Valentines Day Tea

Mayor Angulo joined the Super Seniors Club this past Wednesday for the club's annual Valentine’s Day Tea, where the seniors enjoyed sharing a cup of tea with beautiful tea sets, a spread of delicious lunch options and an impressive assortment of desserts while catching up with friends.

Looking for a fun way to meet people? Come join the Cherry Hill Senior Clubs; they provide something for everyone. All clubs meet at the Carman Tilelli Community Center (820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002).

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Barclay Farmstead Reopen for Public Tours!

After being on hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the Barclay Farmstead will reopen for public tours this coming Wednesday, March 2. The tours are offered every Wednesday from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

The Friends of Barclay Farmstead also open the house from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. on the first Sunday of each month. There are two exclusions, however, on July 3 and September 4.

Barclay Farmstead, located at 209 Barclay Lane, features a historic Quaker farmhouse that was built in 1816 as well as a surrounding 32-acre property.

When the weather gets warmer, make sure you also spend some time wandering Barclay's interpretive nature trails and admiring its beautiful Plant-A-Patch garden plots. Check out the Township's website to learn more about Barclay and ways to make a difference at the Farmstead with our support organization, the Friends of Barclay Farmstead.

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Sponsor a Cherry Hill Township Event

Sponsoring a Cherry Hill Township event provides you with an opportunity to connect with the community of Cherry Hill and to build brand awareness and recognition. To check out this year's 2022 Community Partnership book, click the link below!

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Spring Classes

Whether you're a parent looking for activities for your children, a young adult looking to pick up a new hobby or skill, or a recent retiree looking to socialize and stay active, there's a program or class for everyone.  

For a full list of classes, please visit our website or call (856) 488-7868.  

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Free COVID-19 Vaccines and Boosters

Protect yourself and others by getting your COVID-19 vaccine and booster.

Vaccines and boosters will be given at 76Forward at the Cherry Hill Mall the second weekend of every month during the following time frames:

Friday: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Walk Ups Welcome • No Appointment Needed.

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Where and How to Dispose of Unused Medicines

Over-the-counter and prescription medications should not be disposed down the drain because wastewater treatment facilities are not designed to remove pharmaceutical compounds and they may end up in your local waterways, and may eventually be found in drinking water.

You can even bring your unwanted or expired household medications to the Cherry Hill Police Department and place them into the Project Medicine Drop box - anonymously and free of charge. The medication will then be safely and properly destroyed. *Remove medication from its original packaging and place it in a plastic sandwich bag. No liquids or syringes accepted.

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Special Education Parent Advisory Groups: Running an Effective Group

Save the date! Live virtual Zoom workshop, "Special Education Parent Advisory Groups: Running an Effective Group," will take place Wednesday, March 2 at 7 pm. Advance registration is required to receive information about joining the meeting

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Upcoming Township Meetings

Township Council Meeting - Monday, February 28

Zoning Board of Adjustment - Thursday, March 3

In order to join the meeting virtually, please refer to the log-in information and links on our website under the calendar section.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection



Camden County presents a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event in Cherry Hill on Saturday, March 26 from 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Cherry Hill Public Works Complex (1 Perina Boulevard). Collections are held rain or shine. This event is for Camden County resident only. Businesses will not be accepted.

For more information call the Camden County Division of Environmental Affairs at 856-858-5241.

AARP Senior Tax Help- By Appointment Only!

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide services will again be available to Cherry Hill area residents from February 1 through April 12 - with a different twist for 2021: There will be no on-site traditional tax preparation where the taxpayer sits with an AARP Tax-Aide during the tax preparation process.

Instead, taxpayers will have the choice of 2 service models:

Same Day Drop-Off: Taxpayers interact with an IRS-certified Tax-Aide in a 20-30 minute in-person and socially distanced meeting. During the appointment, the Tax-Aide will complete the intake process and write a receipt for all tax documents collected. These meetings, available by appointment only, will take place in the Municipal Building in Room 208 on Tuesdays and Fridays, 10am to 2pm.

Before the taxpayer leaves, they will make a follow-up appointment to return the same day to review the printed tax return, sign an authorization for AARP Foundation to file the return electronically, and acknowledge their receipt of the original tax documents. 

Taxpayers can only make appointments by accessing the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Site Locator for Cherry Hill at: www.aarpfoundation.org/Tax-Aide after January 15th. Taxpayers will receive an automatic confirmation email. A follow-up email from aarp.cc.pt@gmail.com will include the links to documents to be printed, completed, and brought to the drop-off site. If you do not have a printer, packets containing all required documents will be available for pick-up at the Community Center and the Municipal building.

If there are no appointments available, taxpayers can add themselves to the appointment waitlist. An AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will contact waitlisted taxpayers by phone as appointments become available. 

Self Preparation: Under this model, AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides taxpayers with free access to software so they can prepare their own taxes. Taxpayers can also request help from an IRS-certified counselor to coach them through the process by phone or through computer screen-sharing. Participants can only request virtual tax prep assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide's website www.aarpfoundation.org/Tax-Aide. Participants must provide a private email address to use this model.

Please do not contact this site about any of the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide service offerings. They are wonderful, supportive hosts, but they are not AARP Foundation Tax-Aide volunteers. 

Hours of Operation: 

Monday – Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Thursday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Stay Safe and Use Contactless Pickup!

Place an item on hold, and when notified of its availability, call 856-667-0300 x2 to schedule your Contactless Pickup date & time. Your items will be placed at the end of the Circulation Desk near the front doors on your scheduled date/time. Staff will do their best to accommodate for specific days/times based upon availability of requested materials. Email our librarians for more info or to request items.

Masks are required for all individuals, regardless of vaccination status. Do not forget to wear masks during indoor programs.

The online CHPL Seed Library opens on Monday, February 22. Request packets of seeds through this link. Browse over 600 types of seeds including flowers and herbs!

Book Donations

Donations of new or gently used books and other materials are accepted. Drop off items at the side entrance (closer to Friendship Grove) Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Please do not bring donations into the building through the Main Entrance. Next Friends Book Sale is Wednesday, April 6 – Sunday, April 10. Information available online.

Shop the CHPL Craft Fair

Support local crafters and shop for homemade gifts! CHPL Craft Fair is Sunday, March 20 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Conference Center. Free and open to the public. No registration required.  

Jewelry Donations

New or gently used jewelry and accessories are also needed including bracelets, necklaces, earrings, rings, purses, wallets, and more. Please drop off in the Admin Office. Items will be used in the upcoming Gently Used Jewelry & Accessory Sale on Saturday, April 30. All proceeds benefit the library. 

Craft Supplies Donations

Any new or very gently used craft supplies you can donate would be appreciated! Drop off in Youth Services, Upper Level. We are building a collection of craft supplies to share during an upcoming Craft Supplies Swap. Email Beth with questions.

Red Cross Blood Drive

Wednesday, March 23 from 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Conference Center

If you are in good health, at least 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds, now is the time to roll up your sleeve and donate. Every type can save a life! AND - all donors who give blood will receive a $10 Amazon.com gift card by email. Save a life and save some money this holiday season! Register online. Use sponsor code: Cherry Hill Library.

Antique Road Show Appraisal Event

Sunday, April 3 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Conference Center, Lower Level

Author, Auctioneer, Appraiser and Radio Show Host Mike Ivankovich will introduce you to “What Determines Value"…and reveal what your Antiques, Collectibles, and Personal Treasures are really worth today.

Each attendee is invited to bring in one item. Space is Limited! Register for $15 per person with One Appraisal Item or Register for $5 per person as a Spectator.

Upcoming Programs

Movie Monday: Respect

Monday, February 28 from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Enjoy the movie Respect, starring Jennifer Hudson. This movie follows the rise of Aretha Franklin's career from a child singing in her father's church's choir to her international stardom, RESPECT is the remarkable true story of the music icon's journey to find her voice. 2021. 145 minutes. PG-13. No registration required.

Virtual Meet the Author: Matthew Lyons

Monday, February 28 from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

If you enjoy scary stories and the Pine Barrens of NJ – join this virtual discussion with author Matthew Lyons. His most recent book, The Night Will Find Us, is about six teenagers attempting to survive the horrors – both human and supernatural – that haunt them as they try to escape a seemingly infinite forest in the NJ Pine Barrens where far older, crueler things wait for them with plans of their own. Registration required.

CHPL Virtual Book Club

Tuesday, March 1 from 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Join the CHPL Book Club online for a discussion of Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Registration required.

Simplified Dungeons & Dragons for Kids

Wednesday, March 2 from 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Join our Dungeon Master for an hour of Dungeons & Dragons. Enjoy the story, adventures, roleplaying and combat without the confines of the full rulebook. Bring a character or pick one provided each week. This program meets in person and attendees will be required to wear face masks. Registration is limited, so sign up early! Open to grades 3-5. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for supporting this program.

Virtual Yoga for Everyone

Saturday, March 5 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Learn how to increase your balance, stability, and flexibility. This virtual yoga class is for all ages. Registration required. Thank you to the Friends of the Library for supporting this program.