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Volume 26 Issue 2 April, 2013

THE HEIGHTS REPORT

Down By The Station Day, Saturday, May 11th

The Official Borough Publication

2013 Baseball/Softball Opening Day

Young baseball players enjoying the 2012 Opening Day Parade Photo Courtesy of the Library: The Trolley on Down by the Station Day 2012

The Borough of Haddon Heights and the Delaware & Susquehanna Model Railroad Club along with the Business & Professional Association, the Historical Society and the Heritage League will again present Down by the Station Day, on Saturday, May 11th, from 10 - 4 p.m., rain or shine on the 500-600 block of Station Avenue to celebrate National Train Day. Take a peek into our historic Passenger Station and see the 1950’s model train exhibit. A trolley will ride through town picking up passengers along Station Avenue and Prospect Ridge Boulevard. Shops and restaurants will feature railroad and Mother's Day specials. Please consider volunteering for this event by donating a few hours of your time. For more information or to volunteer, please call Councilwoman Rose Fitzgerald at 856-547-3950 or e-mail her at [email protected].

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Four hundred excited youngsters in team shirts and hats, over 100 coaches plus warm weather, some dignitaries and cheering grandparents equals the wonderful hometown tradition of Baseball’s “Opening Day!” The HHYA Opening Day Parade is Saturday, April 6th and will begin at 9:00 a.m. Participants will gather at Station and West Atlantic Avenues, march past borough hall and proceed down 7th Avenue to the Barr Complex. The ceremony will include remarks by Mayor Forte and HHYA President, Jim Bruno. A dedication of the 2013 Season will be made to the members of the Haddon Heights Business and Professional Association. Be sure to stop by to see who throws out the ceremonial “first pitch!” The Opening Day Excitement will continue into the evening as the HHYA presents “Night of Entertainment II” at the Knights of Columbus Hall. This event is open to the public. Please see www.hhya.org for more information. The HHYA Board would like to thank all of those who assist and support our programs. We look forward to a great 2013 Opening Day!

What’s Inside Mayor’s Message

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Fire Department

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Boro Bits 4

Education 14

Muni Muse 5

Library Corner

Contacts 6

Sports 18

Upcoming Council Meetings 7

Summer Rec Information

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Business Spotlight

Rental Faciilies in HH

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MAYOR’S MESSAGE:

Dear Residents: A few weeks ago, many of us were enjoying a quiet Saturday afternoon when our town was suddenly rocked by the explosion and fire on the White Horse Pike. As you probably know, one of our residents was seriously injured in that fire and a number of our other residents lost all of their possessions. As a group of citizens with a true spirit of community, I ask that you please keep these residents in your thoughts. Additionally, the Haddon Heights Good Neighbors have been accepting donations to help these residents. If you would like to donate, checks can be made payable to Haddon Heights Good Neighbors and mailed to or dropped off at Borough Hall.

I want to take a moment to thank all of the police, fire, ambulance, and other personnel who responded so quickly to this incident. Their efforts undoubtedly saved lives and property. We had assistance from all of our neighboring towns. Some responders even came from places like Camden and Pine Hill to help. I particularly want to recognize our Assistant Fire Chief, Frank Lafferty, our Police Chief, Richard Kinkler, and our Police Captain, Michael Valvardi, for the exemplary leadership they all showed during this challenging situation. A number of projects have either begun or will be beginning shortly to improve our town’s recreational facilities. A restora-

tion project is underway at our athletic complex on Devon Avenue to install new grass; this will result in a complete renovation of the field so that it can be safer and more durable for our children. During this project, it will be necessary to close the field from time to time. Please keep an eye out for signs announcing these maintenance periods. Over at the Barr Complex, there is a new scoreboard,

and work is ongoing to improve the dugouts. After the baseball season, the fields will be renovated, primarily to make them safer. These are recreational improvements that our children will benefit from. We are also continuing to improve our town’s overall appearance with sidewalk improvements and lighting. Projects like these help keep our town ‘walkable’ and help our business community by improving pedestrian access. We have some exciting new businesses opening up in town. We look forward to a prosperous business district as we are gaining shops that will likely attract out -of-town customers. This should benefit all of our merchants. Please remember to visit our own town shops and services before heading out of Haddon

Do You Need the Spring “Function Better Program”? As the weather warms and the flowers bloom, there is an increasing desire to spend time outdoors. Gardening activities, walks in the park, outdoor grilling and playing games with young children are some of the activities that many people enjoy each spring. If you are having trouble with pain, endurance, bending, reaching, squatting and other movements that these activities may require, the “Function Better Program” at WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY may be just what you need in order to have a fantastic spring season! The “Function Better Program” at WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY emphasizes muscle strengthening and stretching exercises, activities to decrease pain, conditioning exercises on equipment as well as personalized instruction to promote safe and independent function. After completion of the “Function Better Program”, many people report that they are pain free and able to lead a more active and independent lifestyle. WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY is conveniently located at 135 East Atlantic Avenue in Haddon Heights (just off Station Avenue). Due to high demand, slots for the upcoming spring session of the “Function Better Program” are limited and filling quickly. To reserve a slot for the program, call (856) 546-0377.

At WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY, you will find that:

Heights! As always, the door to your Mayor’s office is open. I will be holding office hours on Tuesday, April 16th and Tuesday, May 21st from 3pm – 6pm. Please keep your comments, questions and suggestions coming. In the next Mayor’s Message, I will update you on next year’s budget. Please know that we will not ask you to contribute more than we absolutely need to run the town. With the nice weather and more daylight, our children will be walking and playing outdoors. Please remember to slow down while driving throughout town to ensure everyone’s safety. Have a wonderful spring! Your Mayor, Edward S. Forte, Jr.

WOrK-UP

PHYSiCaL THeraPY

• Individual attention is provided by a licensed physical therapist during the entire treatment session. • The treatment sessions are provided in a friendly and professional environment. • Individuals of all ages and fitness levels are welcome. • Free transportation is provided

for local seniors.

• Medical monitoring is provided during treatment to ensure patient safety.

TreaTiNg • Low endurance • Knee replacements • Balance Problems • Walking Problems • Pain Problems • arthritis issues Jim Clements, PT, DPT, MS is the Director of WORK-UP PHYSICAL THERAPY in Haddon Heights. Dr. Clements completed his physical therapy training at Thomas Jefferson University and went on to receive a Doctoral degree from Boston University as well as a Master of Science degree from the University of Pennsylvania.

Need a PeP-UP? Call WOrK-UP at

Lic. # 40QA00472300

(856) 546-0377!

For appointments at the Haddon Heights office, call:

(856) 546-0377 Medicare and most other insurances are accepted.

www.workupnow.com

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Mark your Calendar and Line up the Babysitter... Neighbors’ Night Out Events are about to begin! Save-the-date for the ‘Italian Pop-up Dinner’ The warmer weather is just around the corner, which means that the ‘Neighbors’ Night Out Under the Tent’ event is gearing up! Join hundreds of your neighbors and friends on the evening of June 1, 2013 , under the tent on Atlantic Avenue, where we will be dancing the night away to the sounds of Funktion 11, Jeremy Grenhart, Suitcase Murphy and She Hates Me. Tickets are priced at $60.00 each or $110.00 per couple and will include food by Anthony’s and the Hotdog

Man. Beer will be provided. Tickets will be available after April 15th at both the Library and Borough Hall. Further information about sponsorships and tickets will be posted on the Borough website at haddonhts.com and on Facebook. NNO events are generously supported by the businesses in Haddon Heights. Please keep the cycle going and Shop Haddon Heights FIRST.

on the Avenue: Date to be announced in September

The Eagles will be away, so there’s no excuse! Last year, over 230 of our neighbors enjoyed a delicious Spaghetti and Meatball dinner at one long table in the middle of Station Avenue. This year, bring everyone! This is a fun, family event. We will provide coloring books, crayons and chalk for the children. The restaurants of Haddon Heights will

provide dinner. You bring the wine. Ticket prices and purchasing information will be announced on the Borough website at haddonhts.com and on the Haddon Height’s Facebook page.

Mother’s Day Bracelet Gift Set Available Starting April 15 519 Station Ave. • Haddon Heights, NJ 856.672.1131 www.michaelsjewels.com

Purchase the PANDORA Mother’s Day gift set for $200, featuring a sterling silver bracelet, two “Beveled” clips, one “Mom” charm, and a charm of your choice valued up to $35 with a travel jewelry case (a retail value of $250).*

April 2013

*Good while supplies last. See our store for details.

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BORO BITS FROM THE TAX OFFICE THE HOMESTEAD BENEFIT CREDIT Most recent information from the state is that the homestead benefit credit will not appear until the third quarter, which is August. REMINDER – The Homestead Benefit and the Property Tax Reimbursement Programs are separate programs and separate applications must be filed every year for each program.

SHADE TREE COMMISSION NEWS

Spring is just around the corner and it’s time to think about planting trees again. This year we will be celebrating ‘Arbor Week’ from Monday, April 22nd to Friday, April 26th. The Haddon Heights Shade Tree Commission and the Haddon Heights Environmental Commission are partnering to conduct a town wide tree inventory during this week. The Tree Inventory will become part of the Borough’s State approved Tree Management Plan and will help us better identify the condition of our town wide tree cover. The inventory will assist the Borough in planning for future tree maintenance, as well as develop a species list for tree planting. The inventory will be done by volunteers. These Volunteers will be asked to inventory one or two blocks in their neighborhood, whenever convenient, during Arbor Week. If you are interested in spending a couple of hours outside looking up, please call Roni Olizi at 856.546.9443. You do not need to be a tree expert to help. In celebration of Arbor Day, the Shade Tree Commission will be planting trees along the Borough right-of-ways. If you would like a tree planted in front of your home, please contact Roni Olizi at [email protected] or DPW at 546.2580 before April 8th.

SENIOR COMMUNITY TABLE

What’s a Community Table? A Community Table is a long table where people come for lunch, sit together, order from the regular menu, pay their own bill and socialize with new and old friends. The Senior Citizens group will meet for lunch at the Community Table anytime between 11:30 and 1:30 p.m. at the following Haddon Heights restaurants. Please join us! No reservation needed. First Tuesday, April 2 – Kunkel’s First Tuesday May 7 – Kunkel’s Second Tuesday, April 9– Village Cheese Second Tuesday, May 14 – Village Cheese Third Tuesday, April 16 – Station House Third Tuesday, May 21 – Station House Fourth Tuesday, April 23 – Anthony’s Fourth Tuesday, May 28 – Anthony’s Fifth Tuesday, April 30 – Soprano’s COMMUNITY DINNER TABLE Third Thursday at Elements for their Sunset Menu – three delicious courses for $15. Seating between 4:30 – 4:45 p.m. Call Elements at 546-8840 to reserve a spot. Couples and singles, please join us! Thursday, April 18 and Thursday, May 16

DOG AND CAT LICENSES

Renewal forms for cat and dog licenses have been mailed and are now due. The cost for a spayed/neutered cat/dog is $9.00. The cost for a non-spayed/non-neutered dog cat/dog is $12.00. After May 1, 2012, a late fee of $10.00 will be assessed. Please note that in order to obtain a license/tag you must provide the Borough with the Rabies vaccination information from your veterinarian. The Haddon Heights Board of Health will hold their annual FREE Dog/Cat Rabies Clinic on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Borough Fire House between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. All dogs and cats in the Borough of Haddon Heights must be licensed in order to receive the FREE rabies vaccine. Anyone needing to obtain a license may do so at the Rabies Clinic. If you have any questions, please call Maureen Hall at (856)547-7164 ext. 21.

Elements NEW! Sunset Menu

3 Courses for $15 Join us on Mother’s Day! Tuesday through Thursday 4:30 - 6pm

856-546-8840

517 Station Avenue Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

www.elementscafe.com

Station House Restaurant Mother’s Day Brunch

7:00 AM - 2:00 PM Consider the Station House for your Communion, Confirmation, Baptism and Special Parties For Special Event Information and Mother’s Day Reservations, call 547-5517 600 Station Avenue Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

OVERNIGHT PARKING

A few reminders about overnight parking: • Parking is prohibited on Borough streets from midnight to 5:00 a.m. • Parking Permit applications and renewal applications for 2013 permits must be received by Friday December 14th. • 2013 permits must be displayed by 1/1/2013. • The overnight parking number 856-784-9161. This number is also located on the Borough website several times in case you forget.

• Whenever there is a warning or prediction of possible snow or ice, ALL on-street parking is denied. 4 The Heights Report April, 2013

Municipal Muse Submitted By: Joan D. Moreland, RMC/MMC Interim Borough Clerk

The following items were adopted at the January 15, 2013 Council Meeting:

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:35 was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by Councilman Merryfield. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:41 was made by CounUnder roll call, all members present voted in favor. cil President Lange, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Under roll call, all members voted in favor. Resolution 2013:36 – Resolution Approving Refund of Tax Overpayment. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:36 was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Under roll call, all members present voted in favor.

Resolution 2013:42 – This resolution was removed from the agenda before Council Meeting.

Resolution 2013:43 – Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Execute an Agreement with Camden County Resolution 2013:37 - Resolution Authorizing Cancellation Municipal Utilities Authority for the Direct Connection of Tax Balances of $10 and Under. to the CCMUA Regional Interceptor System.

Old Business:

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:37 was made by Coun- Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:43 was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by Councilman DiRenzo. cilman Merryfield, seconded by Councilwoman FitzgerPublic hearing and final adoption of Ordinance Under roll call, all members present voted in favor. ald. Under a roll call vote, all members voted in favor. 2013:1389. Resolution 2013:44 - Resolution Approving Bills and Ordinance 2013:1389 – An Ordinance Amending Chapter Resolution 2013:38 – Resolution Approving Transfers of Claims for the first half of February. 100 of the Code of the Borough of Haddon Heights En- Appropriation Reserves. titled Vehicles and Traffic, Section 100-11 Entitled time Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:38 was made by Coun- Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:44 was made by CounLimit Parking. cil President Lange, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. cilwoman Griffith, seconded by Councilwoman Fitzgerald. Under roll call vote, all members voted in favor. Seeing no one come forward, a motion to close the public Under roll call, all members present voted in favor. hearing was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Resolution 2013:39 – Resolution Authorizing Planning/ Resolution 2013:45 – Resolution Authorizing Transfers of Appropriations and Appropriation Reserves. Councilman Merryfield. All members present were in Zoning Escrow Refunds. favor.

A motion to adopt Ordinance 2013:1389 was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. All members present were in favor. NEW BUSINESS: Resolution 2013:31 – Resolution Approving Temporary Capital Budget.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:39 was made by Council President Lange, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Under discussion, two names were removed due to incompletion of paperwork. Motion died.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:45 was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by Council President Lange. Under roll call, all members voted in favor.

Resolution 2013:46 – Resolution Providing for a Meeting Motion to amend Resolution 2013:39 removing the two Not Open to the Public in Accordance with the Provinames was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by sions of the New Jersey Open Public Meetings Act, NJSA 10:4-12. Councilman Merryfield. Under roll call vote, all members present voted in favor. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:46 was made by CounResolution 2013:40 – Resolution Providing for a Closed cilman Merryfield, seconded by Council President Lange. All members were in favor. Session.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:31 was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by Councilman Merryfield. Under roll call, all members present voted in favor. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:40 was made by CounIntroduction of Ordinance 2013:1390. Public hearing and cilwoman Griffith, seconded by Councilwomen Fitzgerfinal adoption to be held on February 5th at 7:30 p.m. in ald. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor. the Municipal building. Motion to introduce Ordinance 2013:1390 was made by Council President Lange, seconded by Councilman DiRenzo. Under roll call, all members present were in favor. Resolution 2013:32 – Resolution Requiring That Instructors of Minors Be Required to Have a Nationwide Background Check at the Expense of the Borough of Haddon Heights.

Resolution 2013:47 - Resolution Awarding a Contract to Lexa Concrete for the Purpose of Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities and Street Lighting in Haddon Heights – Construction East and West Atlantic Avenue and Lippincott Lane, Federal Project No, HPP-COSS (274) Construction The following items were introduced and/or adopted at the NJDOT Job. No. 5818307. February 5, 2013 Council Meeting: Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:47 was made by Council President Lange, seconded by Councilman Merryfield. OLD BUSINESS: Under roll call, all members voted in favor. Public hearing and final adoption of Ordinance The following items were adopted at the February 19, 2013:1390. 2013 Council meeting: Ordinance 2013:1390 – 2013 General Capital OrdiPublic hearing and final adoption of Ordinance nance. Seeing no one come forward, a motion was made to close 2013:1391. the public hearing was made by Councilman Merryfield, Ordinance 2013:1391 – An Ordinance to Authorize Exseconded by Councilwoman Griffith. All members were ceeding the 2013 Municipal Budget in favor. Appropriations Limit and to Establish a Cap Bank.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:32 was made by Councilman Merryfield, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor with the exception of Council President Lange who abstained due to her status as an independent contracA motion to adopt Ordinance 2013:1390 was made by tor providing accounts receivable services for the firm Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Councilwoman mentioned in the above resolution. Griffith. All members were in favor. Resolution 2013:33 – Resolution Entitled, “A Shared NEW BUSINESS: Services Agreement By and Between the Borough of Haddon Heights, the Borough of Barrington and the Bar- Public hearing and final adoption for Ordinance rington Ambulance Association Relative to the Provid- 2013:1391 to be held at 7:30 p.m. on February19th at the Municipal Building. ing of Emergency Medical Services to the Borough of Haddon Heights.” Ordinance 2013:1391 – An Ordinance to Authorize ExMotion to adopt Resolution 2013:33 was made by Coun- ceeding the 2013 Municipal Budget Appropriations cilman Merryfield, seconded by Council President Lange. Limit and to Establish a Cap Bank. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted in favor. Resolution 2013:34 - Resolution Approving Payment of Bills & Claims for 2nd Half of January. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:34 was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Council President Lange. Under roll call vote, all members present voted in favor. Resolution 2013:35 – Resolution Approving Use of State Contracts.

A motion to introduce Ordinance 2013:1391 was made by Councilwoman Griffith and seconded by Council President Lange. All members were in favor. Resolution 2013:41 – Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to Sign an Agreement Providing for the Borough Financing of Certain Improvements to be made to Borough Playing Fields and for Repayment by Haddon Heights Youth Athletics, Inc.

Hearing or seeing no comments from the public, motion to close the public hearing was made by Councilman Merryfield, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. All members were in favor. Motion to adopt Ordinance 2013:1391 was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Under a roll call vote, all members voted yes. NEW BUSINESS: Resolution 2013:42 – Resolution Authorizing the Mayor to execute a Service Agreement with Belfor USA Group, Inc. for Restoration Services for the Borough of Haddon Heights. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:42 was made by Councilwoman Fitzgerald, seconded by Councilman Merryfield. Under a roll call vote, all members voted yes with the exception of Councilman DiRenzo who voted no.

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Who to Contact Throughout the Borough, State, and County 2013 HADDON HEIGHTS CIVIC GROUP CONTACTS

2013 MAYOR & COUNCIL MEMBERS

Adopt-A-Spot John Rayser 546-7024

Mayor: Edward S. Forte, Jr. Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 27 Council President: Kathy Lange Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-546-4852 Council Member: Rose Fitzgerald Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-547-3950 Council Member: Stephen D. Berryhill Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-546-9800 Council Member: Richard (Rick) DiRenzo Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-449-9254

Council Member: Susan R. Griffith Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-655-5669 Council Member: Jack Merryfield Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-546-7181 Solicitor: Albert J. Olizi, Esq. Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-655-9264

Ambulance Auxiliary Louisa Benson 547-8629 American Legion Post #149 Bill Troutman 547-7453 American Legion Association Pia Troutman 547-7453 Boy Scouts Troop #67 Bill Wagner 856-546-2106 Business & Professional Association George Wise 546-1129 Circolo Italiano Club Kathy Terranova 547-3110 Community Activites Bob Hunter 465-7751 Cub Scout Pack #163 Lorraine Hoilen 609-706-5822 [email protected] Democratic Club Steve Berryhill 546-9800 Friends of Hoff Playground Barbara Robinson 547-3312 Friends of Library Jodilyn Turner 546-5860 Girl Scouts & Brownies Miriam Mlynarski 547-1423

Interim Borough Clerk: Joan Moreland Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 24 Deputy Borough Clerk: Kelly Santosusso Email: [email protected] Phone Number: 856-547-7164 ext. 23

Local Phone Numbers: Police, Fire & Ambulance Emergencies : 911 For All Other Emergencies: 856-547-2222 Public Works: 856-546-2580 (After Hours Emergency 1-800-793-4315 I.D. #201 EL) Police Department: 856-547-0614 Fire Prevention Bureau: 856-546-7135 Ambulance Loan Equipment: 856-546-9575 Borough Hall: 856-547-7164 Construction Office: 856-546-2580 Overnight Parking: 856-784-9161 Library: 856-547-7132

Good Neighbors Sue Watson 546-6677

Haddon Summer Music Theater Scott Glading 547-5553

Libary House Tour Chris Walter 547-7132

HH. Elem. Parent Teacher Gr. Lisa Battino 782-1769

Lions Club HH/Barrington [email protected]

HH Field Hockey Club Shannon Parkinson 310-0053

Mizpah Free & Accepted Masons Jay Foster 547-4565

HHHS Alumni Association Paul DeMartini 546-7504 HHHS Band Auxiliary Dave Brownback 546-8614 HH Mens & Senior Soccer Frank Bellomo 546-7643 HH, Barrington, Lawnside Wrestling Rocky Riley 547-2569

NJ Boys State Peter Hill 546-5065 Project Prom Trish Sheilds 547-5825 Republican Club Kimberly Kluchnick 547-1610 Sons of Italy Lodge #2311 Tina Messina 609-320-8698

HH Rotary Club Chris Feese 856-547-7108 or Rich Israel at [email protected]

St. Rose PTA Maureen Donnelly 546-6166

HH Soccer Club Al Oswald 547-2794

Story Storks, Inc. Barbara Funkhouser 547-1235

HHYA Kevin Spaeth 546-0788 HH VFW Post 1958 Robert Furmanski 546-9049 Heritage League Rose Fitzgerald 547-3950

STEPS Cindy Skotnicki 310-1780

Sustainable HH Marshall Hatfield 546-1235 Village Playbox Joe Caruso [email protected]

Historical Society Elena Hill 546-5065

Woman’s Club Delores Lindblade 546-6162

Interfaith Caregivers Mary Ann Bigelow 354-0298

New Jersey Officials

CAMDEN COUNTY

CC Social Services: 225-5143 or 8800 Welfare to Work: 427-0988 WIC: 225-5155 Health & Human Service: 374-6300 Division for Children: 374-6376 Food Stamps: 225-7789 Mosquito Control: 566-2945 Alcohol & Substance Abuse: 374-6376 Veteran’s Affairs: 613-1199 One Stop Resource Center: 968-4200 Parks & Recreation: 216-2130 Public Works (County): 566-2980 Sr. Services & Services for the Disabled: 858-3220 Surrogate: 225-7282 Sheriff ’s Office: 225-5473 Rental Assistance: 614-3300 Homeless Prevention: 614-3318 Catholic Charities: 663-9800 PSE&G: 866-657-4273 Office of Economic Opportunites: 910-1180

Governor Chris Christie 609-292-6000 U.S. Representative Robert Andrews 202-225-6501 U.S. Senators Robert Menendez 202-224-4744 Frank Lautenberg (856) 338-8922 State Senator Donald Norcross (856) 547-4800 State Assemblyman Whip Wilson (856) 547-4800

State Assemblyman Angel Fuentes (856) 547-4800 6 The Heights Report April, 2013

Continued from page 5... Resolution 2013:48 – Resolution Approving Payment of Bills & Claims for 2nd Half of February. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:48, as amended, was made by Councilman Merryfield, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Under a roll call vote all members voted yes.

was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by Councilman Merryfield. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted yes. Resolution 2013:51 – Resolution Approving Payment of Bills & Claims for 1st Half of March.

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:51 as amended was made by Councilman Merryfield, seconded by CounResolution 2013:49 – Resolution Au- cilwoman Griffith. Under a roll call thorizing the Mayor to Sign a Memo- vote, all members present voted yes. randum of Understanding Providing for the Transfer of Specific Resolution 2013:52 – Resolution Radio Equipment from the County of Providing for a Meeting Not Open To the Public in Accordance With the Camden for the 700 MHz Provisions of the New Jersey Open Conversion. Public Meetings Act, NJSA 10:4-12. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:49 (Holcombe vs Borough, IAFF and was made by Councilwoman Griffith, AFSCME. seconded by Councilwoman Fitzgerald. All members were in favor. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:52 was made by Council President The following items were adopted at Lange, seconded by Councilman the March 5, 2013 Council Meeting: Merryfield. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted yes. Resolution 2013:50 – Resolution Authorizing Transfers of Appropriation Resolution 2013:53 – Resolution AuReserves. thorizing Refunds of Tax Overpayments to Corelogic. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:50

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:53 was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by Council President Lange. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted yes. Resolution 2013:54 – Resolution Authorizing Refunds of Tax Overpayments to Homeowners. Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:54 was made by Councilwoman Griffith, seconded by Council President Lange. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted yes Resolution 2013:55 – Resolution Creating a Community Garden SubCommittee of the Green Initiative Committee. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted yes. Resolution 2013:56 – Resolution Authorizing and Consenting to the Settlement of Insurance Litigation.

UPCOMING COUNCIL MEETINGS April 2, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Borough Auditorium April 16, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Borough Auditorium May 7, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Borough Auditorium May 21, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. Borough Auditorium

Motion to adopt Resolution 2013:56 was made by Councilman DiRenzo, seconded by Councilwoman Griffith. Under a roll call vote, all members present voted yes.

Haddon Heights Community Gardeners Anticipate Summer Produce The recent teasers of spring-like weather reminded local gardeners that spring planting is on the horizon. For participants in the Haddon Heights Community Garden, a few changes are raising expectations for a better growing season. Gardeners recently attended Haddon Heights Council caucus meetings, expressing support of the Garden. They also met with Councilman Steve Berryhill to plan for 2013. Gardeners are especially pleased that installation of a reliable water supply source is expected by mid-June. “Second Saturday” events are scheduled for each second Saturday of the month, April through September, from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Returning and prospective gardeners are encouraged to stop by the Garden on Glover Avenue, meet other gardeners and lend a hand in preparing the common garden areas for the new season. They should bring their own tools: rake, shovel, trowel, hand pruners and gloves. Returning gardeners may renew an annual lease of their 10 x 10 plot for

$25, and prospective gardeners for 2013 may apply for a plot lease at the same rate. Preference will be shown for returning gardeners. It is expected that 10 plots will be available for new leases this spring, on a first-come, first-served basis, until all plots are leased. During July, August and September, the community gardeners plan to continue cooperating with Haddon Heights Good Neighbors with weekly donations of tomatoes, peppers and squash to residents within our community. by Jodi Clark

April, 2013

ART SALE! As big city libraries and art museums do, the Haddon Heights Library will be dispossessing some of its duplicate pictures. Last summer, through a grant received by former Head Librarian Bob Hunter, we met with an archivist who reviewed the holdings of the History Room of the Library. The archivist recommended disposing of duplicates and any pictures not depicting Haddon Heights. In her words, “Even if it’s a Picasso, if it’s not of Haddon Heights, it goes.” Look for this “discarded” art sale to take place Saturday, May 11th during ‘Down by the Station Day’ from 10 a.m. Art will be featured in local store windows and at the Library from May 1st on. All proceeds go to the Haddon Heights Library. You might bag a Monet!! For more information, please call Councilwoman Rose Fitzgerald at 547-3950. The Heights Report

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Haddon Heights Good Neighbors Haddon Heights Good Neighbors 625 Station Avenue Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 Tragedy Brings Community Together On February 23, 2013, the unthinkable happened. A gas explosion rocked a house with five apartments at 101 White Horse Pike, leaving two Haddon Heights residents injured. A total of six people lost not only their homes, but all their possessions. An outpouring of concern and support came in to the Haddon Heights Police Department, who asked Haddon Heights Good Neighbors to receive funds on behalf of the victims of the blast. For those of you who would like to contribute, please make your check payable to HHGN and note in the memo line “101 WHP.” We’ll ensure that your donation will be designated to aid the residents of 101 White Horse Pike. As always, thank you, people of Haddon Heights (and surrounding areas) for your compassion and generosity! Who are we? Haddon Heights Good Neighbors is made up of the people of Haddon Heights, is operated by the people of Haddon Heights and is exclusively for the people of Haddon Heights. Our Mission is to bring short-term financial assistance of a material nature to Haddon Heights residents in need. If you’d like to volunteer your time, make a donation, or inquire about receiving help, please visit us at www.hhgoodneighbors.org or contact us at 546-6677. We now accept PayPal! Remember – no contribution is too small!

Our Post Office Bob Hunter, Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission, Councilwoman Rose Fitzgerald who also serves on the Planning Board and attends HHB&PA meetings and Joan Rossler, representing the Heights Heritage League and Historical Society attended National Preservation Lobby Day on February 26, 2013. During a day of lobbying various New Jersey Congressmen for preservation funding, we met with our own congressman and resident, Rob Andrews. One of the topics we discussed was the changes in the service at our post office and our fear that this historic post office will be closed. Congressman Andrews shares our concern and stated that, as yet, no decisions have been made

as to which post offices will close. Congressman Andrews will set up a meeting between Borough officials and local post office authorities. Of course, every town in America wants its post office to stay open but the Haddon Heights Post Office is especially important because, first, it was built by the Postal Service during the Great Depression, is part of our Station Avenue Historic District and the anchor of our “main street.” However, our post office uniquely contains a bas-relief sculpture, ‘’The Letter’’ by Isamu Noguchi, one of the most significant American sculptors of the 20th century. It is one of the most important federal commissions by a worldrenowned artist to grace

a suburban post office. Installed in March 1939, the sculpture is a broadfaced full-figured woman who can be admired as a lyrical abstraction of gentle curves. ‘’The Letter’’ remains in its original place in the Haddon Heights Post Office above the Postmaster’s door. Bob Hunter will host a discussion about the Haddon Heights Post Office and “The Letter” during Down by the Station Day, Saturday, May 11th at one o’clock. We will keep residents posted on the Borough’s website regarding the results of our meeting.

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WANTED: Fresh Fruits and Vegetables! It is February 21st and the temperature is around freezing cold! I don’t know about you but I am desperately missing the Farmer’s Markets that we are lucky enough to have here in Camden County right about now! Not because I’m trying to promote our Market here in town, but because I really miss the seasonal produce and goods that the Markets offer. I miss the live music, and the vendors who support the markets week after week. I miss my kids running up and down with popcorn and strawberries in their hands at our Market, feeling safe in a place that has become a 2nd home to them and many others on Sunday mornings. Since the local Markets began closing for the Winter I guess didn’t realize how much we would miss them. It’s normal to take for granted that things will always be there until they are gone. Anyway…

That being said I am happy to announce that our Haddon Heights Farmers Market Administration is anxiously preparing for season 3 of our Market to re-open in the heart of town on Station and Atlantic Ave. The HHFM will again be every Sunday starting May 5th 2013. (10 am-1 pm) Last years Market was a great success with the community and all those involved, and we are determined to make it even better in 2013. We truly feel that our Market is something that is all too important not to continue as it embodies such a sense of community. During the off-season HHFM Administration has been meeting with surrounding Market Director’s in Camden County with the goal in mind that working together can make all local markets more consistent and successful. The HHFM will continue be comprised of

local farmers, artisans, and local businesses that participate in the weekly event. Please look for our website to launch, which will be linked to the town website, and our facebook page (Handle-Haddon Heights Farmers Market) so you can befriend us there. This market is already becoming a new tradition and continued support is what it needs to thrive so spread the word. We look forward to seeing you this Spring! Joseph Gentile HHFM Director

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The Haddon Heights Historical Society

The Second Battle of PRINCETON Monday, APRIL 15, 2013- 7:00 p.m. Kathleen (Kip) P. Cherry, PP, AICP, - 1st VP of the Princeton Battlefield Society will present via Power Point: new revelations on the Battle of Princeton & preservation challenges from a proposed housing project. She was Co-chair of the Society’s 225th 1783 Anniversary Celebration. Now is the time to join the Society at the beginning of the NEW year! The meeting is free and open to the public - all are welcome. Future dates: Monday, July 15, 2013 & October 21, 2013 Haddon Heights Public Library, 608 Station Avenue The HH Library is climate-controlled with full handicap access

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“You Look Marvelous!” Please mark your calendar for April 13, 2013 9 a.m. - 12 Noon, as the spring clean-up of our Downtown District takes place. The Adopt-a-Spot Program will again be shedding the winter doldrums and enhancing the beauty of the fountain and gazebo area of the downtown district. Volunteers are needed to help continue this annual event. Civic, church & school organizations are encouraged to give back to their community. Need hours for recognition of school group participation? Want to set yourself apart on that college application? New to the community and want to get involved and not sure where to start? Join in and enjoy the reward of enhancing your community! Did you know Haddon Heights is a certified ‘Classic Town’ Check out:

http://classictowns.org/haddon-heights Because of volunteers like you, we can state that with pride. Gloves, rake, pruning shears and sweat-equity are all you need to bring. Please contact John Rayser by 4/9/13 [email protected]

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Featured in Photo: Haddon Heights Soccer Club Team members of the “Eagles” Spring 2012, lending a hand and giving back to the community!


Haddon Heights Baptist Church

Haddon Heights Baptist Church Wednesday evening Bible club minrecently called Dr. Nick Boeke as its istry. The kids memorize Scripture new senior pastor. Dr. Boeke has pasverses, fill out workbooks on Bible Enjoy those old VHS memories on DVD. tored churches Iowa, Minnesota, Erie, truths and perform deeds of service for Videotapes deteriorate over time. Your family heritage, vacations, Pennsylvania and Cleveland, Ohio. their awards. special events and life-time memories are too cherished to put at On May 12, Mother’s Day will Dallas Theological Seminary awarded risk. Preservation to DVD ensures these memories can be shared and him the Doctor of Ministry degree. recognize mothers and grandmothers enjoyed for years to come. We transfer all formats including: VHS, VHS-C, Betamax, Hi8 and Mini DV. Before coming to New Jersey, for nine in the 10:45 AM worship service with years he was chairman and professor of a small gift of appreciation for their Pastoral Leadership at Crossroads Bible service and sacrifice. On May 27 the evening worship College in Indianapolis, Indiana. He and his wife, Barbara, have four adult service will be at New Life Island Camp children and two granddaughters. Bar- at Upper Eddy, Pennsylvania. The bara has taught music in elementary afternoon and evening will include a and high school and performed vocally picnic, recreation and a worship service in the Cleveland Orchestra Chorus and with several other churches. in the Indianapolis Opera Chorus. The church celebrated its 115th Life’s Moments... Right Here... Right Now. anniversary February 23 with a banquet at Tavistock Country Club in John Rayser · 611 W. High St. · Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 · 609 471 0704 Haddonfield and the vocal and piano music of Robert and Joyce Hayes of America’s Keswick. On Sunday, former pastor, David Boehning, spoke in the morning worship service and the church choir and Baptist Regional School music team performed in the evening service. Recognition Service For New Pastor, Dr. Nick Boeke May 1st is the Awana ClosFrom left to right - Chuck Russell, Search Committee Chair; ing Awards Program for the children’s Dr. Nick Boeke, Senior Pastor, John Bier, Deacon Chairman

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HEIGHTS BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Village Cheese Shop

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This fall, Brett and Ethel Harrison will celebrate thirty-six years of marriage, a feat that is rare by today's estimates. But even rarer still, this spring they also celebrate the twenty-sixth anniversary of their ownership of the Village Cheese Shop. Any couple who can survive working side-by-side every day and can still say they love what they do and who they are with is a gem. Brett and Ethel purchased the Village Cheese Shop in Haddonfield in 1987 and transformed it into a true mom-and-pop shop - Ethel does the baking, Brett the cooking and together they've been surrogate parents to many Haddonfield and Haddon Heights alumni over the years, while

raising their own two kids, Gwen and Charlotte. Moving their business to Haddon Heights in 1997 enabled them to double the size of the store and expand their products beyond just cheeses and a small lunch counter to a dinning space that can accommodate parties up to seventy-five guests. They cater on or off-premises parties, create gift baskets, serve breakfast and lunch and have many fun and unique gift items like decorative flags, colonial candles, ornaments and holiday ware. Brett also provides classes in cheeses through the Haddonfield Adult School so you can learn how to prepare an enticing cheese tray of your own. Other upcoming classes hosted by the Vil-

lage Cheese Shop include a beer and cheese course, a wine and cheese course and a special class on Wisconsin Cheeses (not just cheddar)! Haddon Heights has become a second home to the Harrisons, Ethel is now the treasurer of the Haddon Heights Business and Professional Association and Brett serves as Vice President as well as a chair on the Streetscape Committee. They believe in the power of a small town and are champions of becoming involved on a local level to create global change. Their daughter, Charlotte, works just across the street at Michael’s Jewelers and Gemologist and Gwen lives in the apartment above the shop – keeping the family close and thriving.

Yours Forever Bridal & Tuxedos Yours Forever Bridal & Tuxedos has found a new home on the corner of Station and East Atlantic Avenues. A soft opening is scheduled for the month of March which will be followed by a ribbon cutting ceremony and a grand opening in late spring. Nancy and Mark Borodynko have been the owners of Yours Forever Bridal & Tuxedos, LLC since May, 2003. Their original bridal boutique was located in Voorhees, N.J. The couple has moved to Haddon Heights to fulfill their desire to feature their boutique in a downtown area. “My husband, Mark and I are very excited to open our new store in

such a warm and charming community as Haddon Heights” says Nancy. “After 16 years in the bridal business my perspective on how to serve contemporary brides has evolved,” Nancy stated. Yours Forever Bridal now allows the bride to purchase from existing stock. All gowns have been carefully chosen by Nancy from a variety of markets. An advantage to selecting a gown from existing stock is brides no longer have wait six to nine months to receive their gown. Brides will also avoid extravagant fees often encountered by rushing a gown in from another state. “With my day-to-day experience over these many years, I have developed an

excellent eye for fitting a bride with the best gown for her” Nancy said. We provide a large selection of gowns in sizes 4 through 20 in many shades of white, ivory and champagne. The best news of all is our pricing policy. We offer the gowns 10 to 30 percent less than expected retail prices. In this very difficult economy, our brides can look like a million but spend less than a thousand. Bridal accessories, formal gowns and tuxedos are also available at Yours Forever Bridal & Tuxedos. You will find the staff at Yours Forever Bridal & Tuxedos warm, welcoming and professional.

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YOUR VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Who Are We?

Do you know who I am? I live near you. I am your neighbor. I am an usher in your church. I own a business. I am a student. I am an airline pilot. I am a parent. I am a Certified Public Accountant. I work with computers. I am your Mayor. I work in Haddon Heights. I am a steam fitter. I am a printer. Individually, we are all of these things. Together, we are the volunteers who are the Haddon Heights Fire Department. Our years of service and experience range from less than one year to 53 years. The Haddon Heights Fire Department is comprised of individuals, male and female, from all walks of life who work together to provide a vital service to our community. We provide this service 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year. For the calendar year 2012, the Haddon Heights Fire Department responded to over 500 calls for service. From January 1st through March 12, 2013, we have responded 115 times to calls for service from our neighbors. The Haddon Heights Fire Department is a proud group of well-trained, professional, highly motivated individuals that provide service for the betterment of our neighbors in Haddon Heights. We receive no financial remuneration. With the unfortunate events of Saturday, February 23, 2013, where one of our fellow citizens was critically injured and others lost their homes and possessions, we pray for her recovery and hope for stability to return to the lives of everyone who was affected by the explosion. We would like to sincerely thank the fire departments, police departments, and all other agencies who responded into Haddon Heights that day. It was a collaborative effort of cooperation that brought the incident under control.

Join your Fire Department! Are you looking to serve your community? The HHFD is always looking for devoted people, ready to step up to the challenge of being a firefighter. We gather every Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. at the Fire House located on Station Ave. behind the Library. Training is provided, and the only thing it will cost you is your time. Stop by or call us at (856) 547-7135 for more information.

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You know the old saying with regard to daylight savings time, “spring ahead and fall back”. We encourage our residents to spring into action and change the batteries in your smoke detectors. Think about it: a little battery could be the difference between life and death! If any resident needs assistance with this task, please call the Fire Prevention. We ask that you like us on Facebook and check out our newly renovated website at www.HaddonHeightsFire.org. April, 2013

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Education St. Rose of Lima School

St. Rose of Lima School is ready to welcome Spring! Kindergarten seats are available for our full-day program. Our program provides an excellent foundation for your child. Please call the Advancement Office at 856-546-6166, ext 130 to schedule a personal tour or for additional information. The St. Rose of Lima School Cheerleading Squad had a great season cheering for the basketball teams and performing in several competitions. Congratulations to our St. Rose Falcon cheerleaders! Our Spring Track Team is working hard to prepare for their upcoming track meets. Most meets are held Saturday mornings at Haddon Heights High School, please visit the St. Rose of Lima website for dates, times and locations for the track meets so you can help cheer on the team. Our students are busy outside of school and perfecting their swimming stroke. Grace Flocco qualified in 5 events for USA Swimming Junior Olympics (Mid-Atlantic Region) : 50 yd,

100 yd & 200 yd Freestyle and 50 yd & 100 yd Butterfly. Jack Ruggieri qualified in the 50 yd & 100 yd Butterfly. Elise Connelly also had qualifying times. Our school is honoring two members of the first graduating class of St. Rose of Lima School. Three of our alumni, Joseph Gilson ‘48, John Gilson ‘52, Gerald Gilson ‘54 have made a donation to our Annual Fund and created a plaque in memory of their parents, Joseph and Veronica Gilson, members of Class of 1922. The plaque will be installed near the 8th grade classroom. As we honor these two graduates, we are excited to celebrate our 92nd year of Catholic education and being a part of the Haddon Heights community. Our Winter 2013 Alumni Newsletter, Falcon Heights, is available online. Please visit the school website, www.strosenj.com, click on Alumni, to view the newsletter. Please send us your email address to [email protected] if you would like to receive the newsletter by email.

St. Rose Upcoming Events: School Spring Break: The School will be closed March 28th through April 5th. It will reopen on April 8th Annual School Musical – Godspell April 25, 26, 27 - 7:00 p.m. Ticket information will be available soon on the website. First Holy Communion - Masses May 4th Parish May Crowning- May 12th Annual Laps for Learning Event - Friday, May 31st, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Our new Falcon mascot, Swish, was introduced to the school. Pictured is our principal, Ms. Denise Winterberger, along with Swish, and students winners of our mascot naming contest.

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BAPTIST REGIONAL SCHOOL STUDENT RECOGNIZED

Haddon Heights Mayor Edward S. Forte, Jr., presented a Certificate of Recognition to the students and faculty of Baptist Regional School at the monthly Council meeting on February 19th. The school was recognized for providing years of service to the Borough of Haddon Heights including clean-up projects along Station Avenue, the Veteran’s Memorial and Cannons, and Camden County Park Dell area. Mayor Forte praised the students for their

“pride and volunteerism in the community in which you attend school.” In thanking Council for the recognition, Mrs. Conahan expressed the school’s appreciation for the opportunity given to our students to develop the character trait of service. In This Photo: left to right Council President, Kathryn Lange; Mayor Forte; Jacob Bier; Una Liu; Kayla Weber; Lynn Conahan, School Administrator; and John Rayser from Haddon Heights’ Adopt-A-Spot program.

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Haddon Heights Public Schools Project CHILD FIND

Do you have a preschool age child, ages 3 to 5, experiencing developmental difficulties with communication, learning, socialization, or motor skills? If so, your child may be eligible for free services through the school district. The district will evaluate children, when warranted, beginning at age 2 years 9 months old. The district provides special education services for eligible preschoolers.

If you suspect your preschool age child is developing differently or demonstrating problems learning contact Jocqueline Renner, Director of Special Education, at 547-1322, Ext. 3006 for more information. Information is also available on the Special Education, the Project CHILD FIND weblink is located on the school district’s website at hhsd.k12.nj.us.

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Ability Awareness, March 27th

The district will host a night event to celebrate Ability Awareness on March 27th at 6:30 pm in Seventh Avenue Elementary School’s Multi-Purpose Room. The night will feature highlights of student work surrounding the theme, a speaker, and a variety of stations where participants can learn about assistive technology, sign language, rehabilitation dogs, Dyslexia, and many other topics. Community businesses are encouraged to participate and celebrate by putting up displays or hosting events surrounding the theme of Ability Awareness.

Schools in Haddon Heights Seventh Avenue Elementary School

316 Seventh Avenue • 547-0610

Principal Chris Ormsby

Child Study Team

316B Seventh Avenue Jocqueline Renner • 547-1322

Glenview Avenue Elementary School

1700 Sycamore Street • 547-7647 Principal Samuel Sassano

Atlantic Avenue Elementary School 21 E. Atlantic Avenue 547-0630 Principal Chris Ormsby

Haddon Heights Jr/Sr High School 301 Second Avenue 547-1920 Sr. High School Principal: Ron Corn Jr. High School Principal: David Chando

New Beginnings Learning Center Nursery School 1st United Methodist Church 704 Garden Street Director: Gayle Iannitelli 547-4444

St. Rose Elementary School 300 Kings Highway Principal Denise Winterberger 546-6166 Snow Closing #610

Baptist Regional School

Third Avenue & Station Avenue Head Adm. Lynn Conahan 547-2996 Snow Closing #1262

Board of Education

316A Seventh Avenue President Rebecca A. Kitchmire Superintendent Michael Adams

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HADDON HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2013-2014 INCLUSIVE The Inclusive Preschool Program, housed at Glenview Avenue School, is for children turning 3 or 4 by October 1, 2013. The program is designed to provide our children with special needs the opportunity to be educated in the least restrictive environment with typically developing peers. This information is for children who are not classified. Two halfday sessions are offered; a morning session for 3 year olds (8:40 a.m. to 11:05 a.m.) and an afternoon ses-

sion for 4 year olds (12:35 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.). The Preschool Inclusive Program is offered five days a week for the entire school year although times may vary on special combined or on one session days. Tuition for the program is $2,500, which is paid in 10 monthly installments for the year. Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. If you are interested in having your child become a part of this remarkable preschool experience, please contact the Child Study Team office at 856547-1322, ext. 3006.

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Library Corner Tax Aide at the Haddon Heights Library The Library continues to host the AARP Tax Aide program. This program is held every Monday through April 15. Tax assistance on these days will run from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. It is first come, first serve. Tax Aide volunteers are trained to assist with filing the 1040 form and the more standard of the schedules, including Schedules A & B. Electronic filing (e-filing) is offered, with no charge to the taxpayer. Call 547-7132 for more information.

Tax Forms Available at the Haddon Heights Library

spend quality time and connect with loved ones and friends. Join us during National Library Week to see everything we have to offer!

2013 “Love Your Library” Fund Drive The 2013 Fund Drive is in full swing and the staff and trustees of the Haddon Heights Library would like to thank everyone for their donations so far. The library could not provide the services that the residents deserve without this help. If you have any questions or comments, please call Christopher Walter at 547-7132.

The Library still has tax forms available for the public. These forms are free of charge and provided by the IRS. If forms you required were not provided to us, the library staff can access them from the State and Federal LEGO Story Time websites at 15 cents per page. The Library hosts LEGO Story Time on the third Friday of every month in Celebrate National Library Week the basement. This program, running from 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m., starts with Come celebrate National Library Week at the Haddon Heights Library, a story and ends with LEGO building! Children in grades K – 6 are welcome which takes place April 14 – April 20. We will have many fun giveaways along with their parents. If you have throughout the week. The library can any questions, please call 547-7132 and ask for Kathi Bernardi. help you and your family discover a new and exciting world through collections, digital resources and more. Whether you come for homework or job searches, Ebooks or Internet access, the library is a great place to

Pictured: Chris Feese, president of the Rotary Club of Haddon Heights, and rotarian Dianne Deal present Christopher Walter, Director of the Haddon Heights Library, with a check for $1800.00. The Rotary Club of Haddon Heights is one of the biggest supporters of the library

Come Find or Sell Your Treasures!

Haddon Heights Town Wide Yard Sale Saturday, April 20 (rain date April 27) The Haddon Heights Library will run the spring town-wide yard sale on April 20 with a rain date of April 27. A list of homes will be available April 19 at the library, Station Avenue merchants and on the borough and library websites. Visit them at: www.haddonheightslibrary.com www.haddonhts.com

Book Club!

Fill out the form below to register. Registration ends April 18 at 9:00 p.m. Forms are also available at the library.

The new Haddon Heights Book Club meets the SECOND TUESDAY of the month, at 1:00 p.m. in the Library. Call or see the Library for the April and May’s selection.

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SPORTS

Haddon Heights Field Hockey

A New Look for Our Hometown Fields! Thanks to widespread support of the HHYA’s fundraising initiatives, “Operation Home Run/Field of Dreams”, Phase 1 of the major renovations planned for the Barr Complex on West Atlantic Avenue, has been completed. A brand new scoreboard with a wireless remote was purchased for Memorial Field. It has been installed in right center field so that it can be used by both the baseball and softball programs. Every player, from beginners to high school, will benefit from the ten completely renovated dugouts at every field. From new and enlarged concrete pads, to the benches, to the roofs, the upgrades provide enhanced safety and a place for “team talk”. Next in the lineup will be lights for Major Field, higher fencing and eventually new infield configurations for Major

and Minor Fields. The HHYA is grateful for the donations and efforts of their member’s families, local businesses and the community. Your continued generosity is appreciated so Phase II and III can be completed.

Haddon Heights Field Hockey Club runs a recreation field hockey program for girls in grades 3-8. This is an open club and we welcome girls from the surrounding areas. Registration for Summer Camp ‘13 and Fall Field Hockey ‘13 will open May 1, 2013 at www.heightsfieldhockey.org . Forms can be downloaded and returned to 701 Station Avenue, P.O. Box 255, Haddon Heights, NJ 08035. In person registration will take place on Saturday, May 11 from 9-12 at the SOF building on Atlantic Avenue (old NJ Water Company

Building near baseball fields). Register early to secure a space! Questions? E-mail us at heightshockey@hotmail. com.

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Summer Rec at Hoff ’s Park and the Cabin Outdoor Games + Crafts + Sports = Summer Rec Fun! Get those youngsters up and out first thing in the morning-Entertain your visiting grandchildren. Our Summer Rec Program is the perfect way for your child to develop confidence, make friends and try new things. Summer Rec is a great combination of “old school” fun and new skills. Activities are designed for ages Kindergarten through Grade 6 “tweens” and each week brings something different. We operate rain or shine using the air conditioned Cabin at Hoff ’s Playground plus the Community Center off Seventh Avenue. Summer Rec Director Stacey Boegly

Denning and Assistant Kenny Hamburger bring a terrific combination of experience in sports, phys ed, art and crafts plus they have extensive experience dealing with young people. Our Counselors are trained and supervised plus we enjoy the help of summer rec and scout camp veterans Barbara Hoff Robinson and Wilma Hickman. Our rotating schedule includes snack time and indoor craft sessions plus free choice options. A different sport is featured each week. For your peace of mind we use school like check in and checkout procedures and every activity is well staffed. Our outdoor activities are in close

proximity to the cabin and the staff uses walkie talkies to stay in touch. Please see the Registration Form for exact dates, times and fees .A full information packet plus contact /medical information forms will be mailed out to registrants in May. For information call Kathy Lange, Director of Parks and Rec, (856) 546-4852

2013 Summer Rec Dates

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Be a Friend of the Summer Rec Program “Stuff ” Needed!

We have maintained our low fees for 4 years but we need help. Donations of the listed items can be left at Borough Hall or at the Community Center Program Office M-W-F 9 to 1. We have enough recycled items so we are not collecting paper rolls this year. Thanks for your support! Questions: Kathy Lange 546-4852 • • • •

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Paper plates • Twine Child’s Name ____________________________________ Paper towels • Bird seed Brown lunch bags • “Crisco” in cans Age__________ T- Shirt Size (Child Size) _______ Zip lock baggies (lunch, • Oatmeal quart & gallon) • Coloring books Complete Address: ________________________________ • Table covers (oblong & • Word search /puzzle large round) books E mail:______________________________ • Pencils (lead & colored) • Band aids, ointment & no sting spray • Markers Phone:________________________ • Sharpies • Baby wipes & Cleaning • Name tags (need 1,500) wipes Circle Week(s) 1 2 3 4 5 All • Glue sticks • Whiffle balls • Large bottles of Elmer’s • Scoop games A flat $15 deposit per family will hold your spot. glue • Blanket checkers • Craft cups • Sidewalk chalk Checks payable to: • Craft magnets • Jump ropes • Beads with large holes • Hula Hoops Borough of Haddon Heights, memo Summer Rec • Glitter • Nerf footballs, nerf soccer • Wood shapes balls Mail Form/check to: • Foam sticker shapes (peel • $350 to buy “scientific” Borough Hall 625 Station Ave., Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 off sticky) owl pellets • Stickers • Online purchase of Knock Attention: Lange • Thick Yarn Hockey –small size, plus • Construction paper extra sticks and pucks You will receive a receipt; an informational mailing will be • Oak Tag • Monetary donations tosent after May 1st. • Bubble wrap (used ok) ward purchase of a Picnic • Clear packing tape Table • Packing peanuts April, 2013 The Heights Report 19

NASSAU Electric Co., Inc.

W WILJAX

20% OFF

purchase of $25 or more

Offer Expires 5/15/2013

Offer Expires 5/15/2013

Famous Sandwiches

pork, chicken, steaks hoagies

License #11460B

503 Station Avenue Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

Specializing in knob and tube replacement and removal

856-546-6800

(856) 547-7516

10% OFF

purchase of $10 or more

856-546-6805 fax HOURS

Monday - Thursday 10am - 7pm Friday & Saturday 10am - 8pm Closed Sundays Until after Labor Day Local delivery Available - $1.50 Minimum $10 Order Applies

Gift Cards Available

www.nassauelectric.com

Wiljax Hoagie Trays Served on seeded or plain Italian Loaves Please call ahead to order

Mix & Match • Choose from Any Selection Below Italian ~ Turkey ~ Ham ~ Roast Beef ~ Virginia Ham Chicken Salad ~ Tuna Salad ~ American ~ Mixed Cheese

2 3 4 5 6

Loaves Loaves Loaves Loaves Loaves

5 - 8 People 8 -11 People 11 - 15 People 15 - 20 People 20 - 30 People

(10-12 pieces per loaf)

$29.95 $39.99 $49.99 $59.99 $69.99 (Loaf is 24”)

Join Your Neighbors • Help Your Neighbors Many of your neighbors are already helping 98 Interfaith Caregivers clients from Haddon Heights. Won’t you join them? Give as much time as you have – We work around your schedule. Call us whenever you have some time, or check our weekly email list to see what we have available.

Interfaith Caregivers is holding a volunteer orientation on Wednesday, April 17 from 7pm -9:30pm at St. Rose of Lima Church, Haddon Heights. Please call 354-0298 to let us know you are planning on attending. Join us; your neighbors will thank you.

TOUCH-A-TRUCK Major Family Fun Event April 27 from 10 to 2 – Don’t Miss It! Interfaith Caregivers is hosting their 8th Annual Touch-A-Truck Family Festival on Saturday, April 27. Bring the kids, bring the grandkids! There are trucks to explore, face painting, music, food, moon bounce & crafts! Rain or shine, come to Haddonfield United Methodist Church, 29 Warwick Road, Haddonfield. $25 per family (up to 6 people) and the proceeds help Interfaith Caregivers provide services to your neighbors in Haddon Heights who are elderly or disabled. Advance tickets are available @ Haddon Heights Borough Hall and

Get all of your Dry Cleaning and Shoe Repair needs handled at one convenient location!

the Haddonfield Information Center for $20 per family. For information, call 354-0298.

705 Station Avenue • Haddon Heights 546-6055 Hours Mon - Fri 8-6 / Sat 8-5 Partners with Pete’s Shoe Repair of Runnemede

10 % OFF

Prom Dress Alterations Exp. 5/31/2013


Memorial Day Parade

The Haddon Heights American Legion has dissolved its charter for dwindling membership. Its charter now rests in the History Room of the Haddon Heights Library. Remaining members transferred their memberships to other American Legion posts; several to Haddonfield American Legion Post 38. The Haddon Heights VFW will now organize the Memorial Day Parade and Dedication Ceremony. The marchers will gather at Fourth and Station (NEW LOCATION) at 10:00 a.m. The Parade will set off at

A 519 Station Avenue Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 A Full Service Salon & Spa Proprietor – Nikki Martorell 856-546-0648

10:30 a.m. and the Memorial Day Service and dedication of wreaths will take place at 11:00 a.m. at the Cannons. All interested persons and organizations are invited to participate and lay wreaths. Please call former Mayor Augie Longo at 547-0335 if you need more information.

Circolo Italiano, April 8th

$56 for a single process and cut and blow dry (new clients only)

Professor Deb Miller of Rutgers University in her PowerPoint lecture, “Art in Venice in the Age of Shakespeare’s Othello - she considers the visual arts and architecture in Venice during the period of Shakespeare’s tragedy “Othello”, set in the Venetian Republic in the late 16th century. It will emphasize the confluence of history, themes, and characters in the

C. LEN SCHMIDT & SON, INC.

drama and the extant art of the period, focusing especially on Venice’s melting pot culture and the contemporary view of the outsider. This will be a very educational program. Please plan to attend.

610 Station Avenue • Haddon Heights, NJ 08035

RENTAL FACILITES AVAILABLE IN HEIGHTS!

856-547-0656 PLUMBING • HEATING • AIRCONDITIONING COMPLETE BATH & KITCHEN REMODELING

THREE GENERATIONS Serving the Residents of Haddon Heights

FOR OVER 50 YEARS

115 Years Experience on Staff Visit our website www.CLENSCHMIDTSON. com Email: [email protected] Fax: 856-547-7716 NJ Plumbing License • John Schmidt - 1775 NJ HIC Reg 13VH00095500

Pictured: the Log Cabin, 600 West Lippincott Lane

The Cabin and Community Center are available to rent for private parties and functions. What better way to celebrate a family event! With Hoff ’s Playground conveniently lcoated next to the Cabin and adjacent to the Community Center, children can play within view of adults enjoying their event. The Community Center is located at 321 Seventh Avenue. It offers a spacious main room with french doors leading to a fenced in yard. It is equipped with a full kitchen and sound system. Round tables and padded chairs are supplied. The Community Center accommodates up to 100. The Cabin is located at 600 Lippincott Lane. The Cabin offers a charming space which includes a gas fireplace, a small warming kitchen area and audio visual equipment. Tables and chairs are supplied. The Cabin accomodates 40. If interested in renting one of your hometown’s facilities, contact Kelly Santosusso at 547-7164

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When you decide to turn jewelry into cash, be sure to find professional guidance from a Graduate Gemologist and trusted member of the community. Consider Michael's Jewelers and Gemologist, where a welcoming enviroment and expert staff will answer your questions and assure that you get the most from your visit.

into THIS Michael's pays the highest market prices. Be advised: We pay more than any Cash for Gold storefront or Gold Buying Show. Don't get ripped-off. Stop in and compare.

519 Station Avenue • Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 856.672.1131 • www.michaelsjewels.com

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