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SJ Magazine names McFarlan's "Best"

McFarlan's Market is the BEST Meat-Lover's Market according to SJ magazine's Jull Best of SJ article. McFarlan's is praised for it's offerings of special-order meats, like whole filets, standing rib roasts or leg of lamb and as a full-service market brimming with hometown charm.

Tips for Mosquito and Pest free yards

All pre-adult mosquito stages must be in stagnant water to develop into adult mosquitoes. Swimming pools are a common problem. All pools must be checked and maintained to keep them mosquito-free. Maintain screens to prevent adult mosquitoes from entering your home or business. Personal protection is strongly urged if you are outside when mosquitoes may be active - generally dawn and dusk. Insect repellants containing between 10-35% DEET are very effective,

WANTED: PT Preschool Disabled Teacher

Merchantville School District is seeking a Part-Time Preschool Disabled (PSD) Teacher with the following qualifications: Experience with children ages 3-5 with Pervasive Developmental Delays. Interested candidates should submit: A resume, copies of appropriate certifications, and references to: Chief School Administrator, Merchantville School, 130 S. Centre Street, Merchantville, NJ 08109 or fax to (856) 663-5702. The deadline for submission is Monday, June 28, 2010. *This position does not include medical benefits.

Welcome Olivia's

Olivia's Corner Cafe will open it's doors on Saturday, June 12th at 7 East Park Avenue, a cozy space that was the former home to The Half Moon Cafe for many years. Olivia's will serve Breakfast and Lunch and feature an exquisite array of pasteries. They will also provide Catering Services for any special occasion you have in mind. Stop by soon and welcome them to the Merchantville community.

PUBLIC NOTICE:

The Camden County Board of Freeholders announces that milling and resurfacing of Evesham Road will begin on or about Thursday, June 3, 2010 and is scheduled to be completed by June 28th, weather permitting. The roadwork will be between the hours of 6:00 am and 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday. During this period there will be two lanes of travel, one in each direction.

Mommy and Me Music Classes

Come and enjoy a host of new themes this summer! We've expanded our age-group offerings to include preschoolers and beyond! Week-long camps are $99, Don't miss out on the fun with your 6 months to 4 year old ! This is a great way to bond and learn with your child. We feature instrument play, interactive songs, live music, dancing, puppets, picture book songs, rhythm and movement! Our July session begins Friday, July 2 at 1-1:45 p.m. Only $55 for five weeks! Call us today to find out more! Parsons Center for the Arts, 100 West maple Avenue, Merchantville. Vist our website @ www.parsonsart.net or call 856.904.1971 for information.

Saint Peter’s Cherub’s Summer Program

All families who are registered members of our parish and have children who will be entering 1st, 2nd, or 3rd grade in public, parochial, private, or home school the following September are invited to send those children to our Cherub’s Summer Program from Monday, July 12th - Friday, July 16th, 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Pastors' Hall. Fun activities are provided in a Catholic atmosphere with a special emphasis on our beautiful faith. Activities include arts & crafts, games, music, stories, snacks, and a talent show with prizes for all. Our Cherub’s program is limited to 20 students on a first come basis. A donation of $30 per child is requested to help defray our expenses.

Grand opening celebration

Pete Burgess and Janet Stevens of Moorestown, owners of McFarlan's Market are having a community grand opening celebration on Saturday and Sunday, June 12th and 13th, at the store. On Saturday there will be free hoagies to the first 100 people compliments of Dietz & Watson, Boars Head will have a hot dog cart with Boars Head hot dogs and DiBruno Brothers will be on hand offering product samples. On Sunday Dietz & Watson will be giving away 100 packs of hot dogs and offering some product tasting. They will have a face painting and balloon art on both Saturday and Sunday from 11 to 2. Olivia's Corner Cafe will also be opening on Saturday.