This year's Borough Egg Hunt at the community center has been cancelled in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and the Governor's call to limit large social gatherings so, The Niagara Fire Company will be touring the town with their good friend - The Easter Bunny - on Saturday, April 11th between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. The Fire company promises to visit every street in Merchantville and urges everyone to be patient! The Easter Bunny wants to remind everyone to maintain social distancing during his tour by remaining in your front yard and not approaching the fire truck. Happy Easter!

Moms and dads who re looking for educational entertainment while schools and daycares are closed can join Miss Paige for "Little Readers Theatre" at a storytime right on Facebook LIVE! On Monday, March 16th at 10:30 a.m. Login to Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/camdencountylibrary and your kiddies can enjoy 45 minutes of silly stories, songs, felt board stories, and finger plays. While the Camden County Library System - and Merchantville Branch - has decided to cancel all on-site Library-sponsored programming until April 1st, they will be offering some virtual events and programs for the entire family.

Medford Company Store invites you to 204 Westminster Avenue, Merchantville on March 14th & 15th from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a real treasure hunt of world travelers’ belongings. If you can only get to one estate sale this weekend, come to this one - we're all set with hand sanitizer, disinfectants and an easy to access kitchen sink. This clean, bright, charming house has 3 stories and a basement. And here’s what you’ll find: Antiques - American and Asian, Mid Century Modern Books, Fine Art & Prints, Contemporary Japanese Art, Accessories & Books, Shoji Screens, Beautiful Rugs, Lighting, Crystal, Silver Plate, HUGE Collection of Lilliput Lane, King & Country Lead Soldiers, Slide Carousel Trays, Pewter, Pottery, Medical Cabinet, Artsy Medical/Lab Glassware, Sheet Music Cabinets, Large Collection of Sheet Music, Music CDs, Christmas, Halloween, Vacuums, Linens, Old Doors, Down Quilts and lots more. We do need to get this house emptied.

On Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Grace Church will host a St. Patrick’s Day themed Cupcake Decorating Event for youth and adults. This is a delicious way to enjoy being Irish for a day and revel in all things green. $5 admission gets you all supplies, and you get to take what you make home with you! This event was a big success last year so, save your spot by calling the church, 856-665-4117 or emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register by 3/6.

Calling all Artists to the 3rd Annual Merchantville Art Walk. This year’s Art Walk will take place on May 1st, 6:00-9:00 p.m. It will be paired with the "First Friday“ market events in town. What is an Art Walk? Each participating business will share their space with a local artist and the artist’s work will be on display inside of the business for the night. The Art Walk encourages guests to stroll around town and visit each participating business to see, and hopefully, purchase the art. The goal is to benefit Artists AND Businesses. The fee for artists to participate is $25. Application deadline: March 14, 2020. All sales are handled by the artists and are 100% yours. The Eilandarts Center will organize pairing artists with businesses and coordinating the hanging of the show. We will also take care of the website, advertising, flyers, and postcards

Merchantville PTA brings Designer Bag BINGO is back Friday evening, February 28th, at the Community Center. It's a perfect night to get out and socialize with other parents and friends to win some quality prizes. Light refreshments will be available, but you may also BYOB. Tickets are $25 and available to be purchased online for individuals or group tables. Your ticket includes 10 games of BINGO - 10 fabulous bags, fun door prizes and an unforgettable evening out with your friends or family. There will also be a 50/50 raffle and extra BINGO card rounds. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and BINGO at 7:00 p.m. Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for any questions.

Celebrate Leap Year by trying something new! Join Acqua Silk Designs, at Ryan's retail on Saturday, February 29th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. to design your own silk scarf by painting on water and learning about the ancient art form of Turkish Marbling. It's unique, creative, and fun, and perfect for any age or ability. You will take home your uniquely-designed, 100% silk scarf with care instructions. No art ability needed. There will be a craft table available for the kids, so no need to get a babysitter - BYOB - Snacks will be provided. Tickets $40 each. Register here.

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