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  Team Trivia ~ Quizzo Night-The Washington Township (NJ) Republican Executive

 

Committee formally announces its Winter Blast “Team Trivia ~ Quizzo Night”  marking this as the first social event for 2012. The event will be held Saturday, Feb. 18 from 7pm to 11pm at the Wedgwood Country Club, 200 Hurffville Road,  Sewell, NJ 08080 from 7:00 pm -11:00 pm. The event includes a buffet dinner, drinks, team trivia contest, and prizes. Attire is casual. Tickets are $30 per person or $50 per couple, and can be purchased by calling 856-232-8293.    For more information, please visit our website at www.wtgop.com.

CNBNEWS Spotlight on Area College Students: From Fairleigh Dickson, Marist, Gwynedd Mercy, Bryant, Rider

 

Lauren Guenther Named to Honor's List at Fairleigh Dickinson University

MADISON, NJ (02/09/2012)(readMedia)-- Lauren Guenther, of Wall, NJ, a student at Fairleigh Dickinson University's College at Florham, located in Madison, N.J. has been named to the Honor's List for the Fall 2011 Semester.

CNBNEWS ANNOUNCEMENTS: GHS CLASS OF 62 Party, Chip Bag Blitz Contest, GHS Class of 82 Reunion, All Class Rams Reunion, Just Mom & Me | cnbnews.net

Gloucester City High School Class of 1962 Fifty Reunion Celebration weekend of November 9, 10 and 11,  at the Wyndham Hotel, Mount Laurel.The Committee recommends making a full weekend of it to really have the time to meet and greet your classmates. Having the Friday evening before the actual reunion is a great time to see everyone in a very casual setting in our Hospitality Suite. The cost is $80 per person which includes a buffet dinner, 1 hour cash bar, 3 hour open bar, then another 1 hour cash bar, DJ & dancing. For those of you wishing to stay for the weekend, the room rates are $89 + tax per night, double occupancy. To make reservations: CALL WYNDHAM HOTEL (DAWN BLAIR) 856-234-3021 and mention GHS class of 1962 reunion. You can also make reservations via the web at (dablair@wyndham.com).   For more information contact Class representative Bill Elenbark(betasports@comcast.net) 

Area CNBNEWS College Students in the Spotlight

Michael Rockstedt Earns Dean's List Honors at Saint Joseph's University

PHILADELPHIA, PA (02/08/2012)(readMedia)-- Michael Rockstedt of Wall earned Dean's List honors at Saint Joseph's University for the Fall 2011 semester, Rockstedt is majoring in Undecided Business at the University. Students must achieve a grade point average of 3.5 or above, a B or greater in all their classes, and complete at least 15 credits to earn Dean's List status for a semester.

Free workshops on autism, developmental disabilities

Next session scheduled for Feb. 15 in Haddonfield

 

Haddonfield, NJ—Bancroft will hold a free workshop on Feb. 15 titled “Planning for the Needs of Adults with Autism.”

GLOUCESTER CITY: Lost Service Dog Named Schatzi

 

 Lost Dog Gloucester City, last spotted near Water St and Jersey Avenue.  Schatzi is 9 years old, sheppard mix and a trained service dog, very  nice but terrified.  She escaped on Friday evening and seemed spooked and kept running from her owners.  Please contact  856-571-7031 if you have seen this dog or know someone who may have her.  The owners are doing everything possible for her safe return. 

CNBNEWS Announcements: Executive Card Exchange, Pins for Shelter Pets, MAME, Car, Motorcycle Show, Craft Fair

An Invitation to a FREE  Executive Card Exchange ...   Admittance is free with a business card to the Executive Networking Card Exchange for area business owners and executives from all type corporations & proprietorships... It will be held Tuesday, February 21, 2012 from 4:45 PM to 7:15 PM at The Radnor Hotel, 591 E. Lancaster Ave., St. David's, PA.  Free: Walk-around hors d' oeuvres a large cold buffet and non-alcoholic drinks will be served.             About 200-250 regional business men and women expected to be in attendance.  RSVP's appreciated.  Contact sponsor: ACT, 29 Bala Ave., Ste. 114, Bala Cynwyd, PA l9004 Tel.: (484) 562-0063; Fax: (484) 562-0068; E-mail: adcomtimes@aol.com.

Camden Catholic High School presents the classic musical "Mame."  March 16, 17, 23 and 24 at 7:30 PM. March 18 and 25 at 2:00 PM. 300 Cuthbert Rd., Cherry Hill. Visit www.cchsarts.com for ticket information and event schedule.

War imitating life is topic of inaugural lecture at Elizabethtown College

ELIZABETHTOWN, PA (02/11/2012)(readMedia)--The Office of the Provost and Senior Vice President continues to host the Inaugural Scholarship Series, commemorating the inaugural year of the College's 14th president. The second lecture of 2012, slated for 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21, features Dr. Carmine Sarracino, professor of English, who will present "Life, Point Blank: War as a Metaphor for Ordinary Life." The lecture takes place in Room 212 of the James B. Hoover Center for Business. A reception follows. The lecture and reception are free and open to the public.

NEW CD RELEASE BY JUBILATE DEO CHORALE AND ORCHESTRA

OF PATRIOTIC MEMORIAL PERFORMANCE AT THE PHILADELPHIA KIMMEL CENTER

 

Jubilate Deo Chorale and Orchestra, in a musical collaboration with Eastern University Ensembles and the Church of the Saviour Festival Choir, both of Pennsylvania, has released a CD entitled, “GOD BLESS AMERICA: Remembering 9/11.” This new recording is the Patriotic Memorial Performance recorded live at the Philadelphia Kimmel Center on September 11^th, 2011 to memorialize the Tenth Anniversary of the Terrorist Attack upon our Nation.  The cost of the CD is $15.00, plus shipping and handling.  A small Service Charge is added to Credit Card orders.

GLOUCESTER CITY: Lost Dog Named Charlie

This black and white pappilon named Charlie got out of his yard today located in the 200 block of Essex Street, Gloucester City.  If anyone has seen Charlie or has him please call 856-229-5229. His family really misses him.

date posted January 1, 2012

update: February 11, 2012

Kevin Castagnola Named as Executive Director of South Jersey Port

 

South Jersey Port Corporation Board Names Kevin Castagnola as the Executive Director & CEO to Succeed Joseph A. Balzano

Camden, January 31, 2012 – Kevin F. Castagnola, a more than 25-year veteran manager of the South Jersey Port Corporation (SJPC) was promoted by the SJPC Board of Directors at its meeting on January 31, 2012 to head the corporation as Executive Director and CEO. He succeeds, his mentor, Joseph A. Balzano Jr., who died in October after more than 60 years of service.

INSIDE CENTER CITY PHILADELPHIA | cnbnews.net

Declare Your Love @ Mexican Post
On February 14, celebrate Valentine's Day at Mexican Post. Enjoy dinner for two for only $45. Choose two entrees from the menu, add two glasses of Patron margaritas or house sangria or house wine, and top it off with a dessert.
Mexican Post, 1601 Cherry Street, 215.568.2667, MexicanPost.com

BROOKLAWN LITTLE LEAGUE & SOFTBALL Registration

Its that time of year again
Welcome back to all. It is that time of year again when the

weather is still cold but baseball is in the head of all of us. Come out and volunteer. Registratiion dates are February 4,11, from 10am-1pm and February 13,2012 from 7pm-9pm. $50 for t-ball $85 for ages 7-12 baseball and $115 for 13-14. Softball registratiion is the same dates and times ages 7-10 and costs $85. We hope to see you come out and remember any time you can give as a volunteer go a long way.

 

via www.leaguelineup.com

Valentine’s Day Treats | Tiney's Bakeshop

Valentine’s Day Treats are Here!

Are you a traditional romantic? Order a Red Velvet Cake for two– or a box of Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting.

Want to spice things up? Try a package of OMG Bars– Gooey Fudge Brownie over an Oreo Cookie on top of a classic Chocolate Chip Cookie.

Looking for something fun? Go with a bouquet of assorted Marshmallow Pops!

Email info@tineysbakeshop.com for more information or to create your custom order for Valentine’s Day!

via www.tineysbakeshop.com

February Happenings in Philadelphia | cnbnews.net

Ongoing Black History Month Programming National Constitution Center 525 Arch Street 215.409.6600 ConstitutionCenter.org Through March 18 Clybourne Park Arden Theatre Company  40 North 2nd Street 215.922.1122 ArdenTheatre.org Through May 6 Van Gogh Up Close Philadelphia Museum of Art 26th Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway 215.763.8100 PhilaMuseum.org February 7-12 The Great Divorce Lantern Theater Company 10th and Ludlow Streets 215.829.9002 LanternTheater.org February 8-12 A Night at the Oscars Peter Nero and the Philly Pops Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Broad and Spruce Streets 215.893.1999 PhillyPops.org

February 9-12 Pushing Boundaries Pennsylvania Ballet Merriam Theater 250 South Broad Street 215.893.1999 PABallet.org February 9 Getting Ahead: Immigrants, Business  and Ethnic Identity National Museum of American Jewish History 101 South Independence Mall East 215.923.3811 NMAJH.org February 10, 12 & 13 Mozart and Mackey The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts Broad and Spruce Streets 215.893.1709 ChamberOrchestra.org February 17, 19, 22, 24 & 26 Abduction from the Seraglio Opera Company of Philadelphia Academy of Music Broad and Locust Streets 215.893.1018 OperaPhila.org February 18 Jim Brickman: An Evening of Romance Merriam Theater 250 South Broad Street 215.893.1999 KimmelCenter.org

Washington Township GOP Seeking Candidates for Mayor and Council

Washington Township, NJ - (February 7, 2012) – The Washington Township Republican Executive Committee is currently seeking resumes from all interested candidates for the positions of Mayor, and the two Town Council seats that will be vacant in November. Please submit letters of interest and resumes by February 29, 2012 to Mike Pascetta, Chairman, Washington Township Republican Executive Committee, P.O. Box 8406, Turnersville, NJ 08012.

The Chester County Art Association presents For the Love of Art

 

Please join us at CCAA in West Chester for an interactive art experience.  In conjunction with our Contemporary Show and Robert Lott’s photography show, we present For the Love of Art, an evening of gallery talks and dessert and coffee.  Listen to 4 artists speak about their artwork and creative process: Barbara Bugliani (fiber arts), Karen Delaney (metalwork), Virginia Gathings (jewelry/mixed media), and Robert Lott (digital photography).No reservation necessary: just drop in!  The event takes place from 6:30-8:30pm this Friday, February 10. Requested donation is $5.  For more information, call 610/696-5600.  CCAA is located at 100 North Bradford Avenue in West Chester, PA   CCAA’s Exton Square Studio is located on the first floor of the Exton Square Mall by Boscov’s.  Shop/gallery hours are Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday,11am – 5pm.

 

 

Melissa Jackson, of Gloucester City, Named to Dean's List at Saint Mary's College

NOTRE DAME, IN (02/03/2012)(readMedia)-- Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, Ind., namedMelissa Jackson to the Dean's List for the fall 2011 semester. Melissa is the daughter of Karen and Raymond Jackson of Gloucester City, NJ. To earn academic honors at Saint Mary's, a student must achieve a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.6 on a 4.0 scale, have at least 12 graded credit hours, no incompletes, and no grades lower than a C.

JOB OFFER: Business Development/Sales Manager

The Online News Association, the world’s largest membership organization of digital journalists, has an exciting opportunity for a full-time, tech-minded business development and sales manager to drive revenue and sponsorships for this fast-growing nonprofit (501c3).

Area College Students in the Spotlight | cnbnews.net

Shannon Broglin Inducted into Honor Society at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Metropolitan Campus

TEANECK, NJ (02/06/2012)(readMedia)-- Shannon Broglin, of Verga, NJ a student on Fairleigh Dickinson University's Metropolitan Campus, located in Teaneck and Hackensack, N.J. has been inducted to FDU's Phi Omega Epsilon senior honor society for the Spring 2012 semester. To qualify for Phi Omega Epsilon, a student must have completed 90 credits toward an undergraduate degree, and of these credits, 58 must have been earned at FDU and a cumulative grade point ratio of 3.20 must have been maintained for all of them.

Dear Merchant Can You Help Us? | cnbnews.net

Alice Costello Elementary School

301 Haakon Road, Brooklawn, NJ 08030

856-456-4039

 

Dear Merchant,

Please allow this letter to serve as a request for a donation from your business for merchandise or services that will allow us to provide prizes our upcoming Basket Auction.  The Alice Costello PTA will be hosting its 7^th Annual Basket Auction on Friday March 9, 2012.  The proceeds obtained from this event will be solely used to provide recreational and/or educational activities for the children that attend Alice Costello Elementary School.  Anything that you could donate would be greatly appreciated!

Monmouth County Health Advocates to Attend Conference

 

Washington, D.C. - Health advocates from Monmouth County, New Jersey are headed to Washington, D.C. Feb. 6-9, 2012 to join nearly 3,000 substance abuse prevention and treatment specialists and advocates from throughout the country for Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America's (CADCA) 22nd annual National Leadership Forum. CADCA's National Leadership Forum is the nation's largest training for substance abuse prevention and treatment professionals and researchers.

Free Senior Fitness Programs

 

(Sewell, NJ) – The Gloucester County Department of Health, Senior and Disability Services offers a variety of free senior fitness programs for its residents. The programs are available for those 60 and older and include: Tai Chi, Sunrise Yoga, Move Today (strength class) and the Step by Step walking club.

New CNBNEWS Column, Ask Aunt Emma

  

Cnbnews.net announces an exciting new, inter-active column. Ask Aunt Emma is an advice forum that may help readers with their everyday problems.

 

If you have a question about a neighbor, a love interest, your school, or about anything at all, email Aunt Emma through Cleary’s Notebook.

 

You may choose to use your own name, a fake name, or just sign your email “Anonymous”. No politics and no swearing, please.  Send your questions to Ask Aunt Emma…

 

Cleary’s Notebook assumes no responsibility….

 

Ask Aunt Emma

 

Hello, I’m Emma and I’d like to help you. I’m bossy and speak my mind so if you want my advice, just ask for it. I don’t like cuss words and I’m not into politics but if you have a problem let me know what it is and I’ll try to help you!

 

send your question (s) to Ask Aunt Emma cnbnews@verizon.net

 

 

News from University of New Hampshire

 

For more information contact: Stephanie Weatherbee, 603-862-2494 s.weatherbee@unh.edu

University of New Hampshire's Dean's List for the Fall Semester of the 2011-2012 Academic Year

 

DURHAM, NH (02/01/2012)(readMedia)-- The following students have been named to the Dean's List at the University of New Hampshire for the fall semester of the 2011-2012 academic year.

Shane Egan of Wall earned High Honors

Kelly Mitchell of Wall earned Honors

Students named to the Dean's List at the University of New Hampshire have earned recognition through their superior scholastic performance. Highest Honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.7 or better out of a possible 4.0. Students with a 3.5 to 3.69 average are awarded high honors and students whose grade point average is 3.2 through 3.49 are awarded honors.

New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation Announces 2011 - 2012 Scholarship Program

Graduating seniors have until April 20, 2012, to submit their applications and essays to qualify for one of two (2) scholarships offered by the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans' Memorial Foundation. The scholarships, each in the amount of $2,500, will be awarded to high school seniors from New Jersey who plan to further their education either at a college or university or trade/technical school.

Area Students in the News

Christy Dutt Named to Sacred Heart University's Dean's List

FAIRFIELD, CT (01/26/2012)(readMedia)-- Christy Dutt of Wall was named to the fall 2011 Dean's List at Sacred Heart University in Fairfield, Conn. To receive this honor, a student must achieve a 3.6 grade average, based on a 4.0 scale.

Letter: We Have a Right to Know

Dear Bill,

Before my daughter developed a food allergy, I didn't always think about what I fed to my kids. Afterwards, though, I realized just how food illiterate I'd been.

Crawfish Fest Musicians Perform, Feast on King Cakes and Jambalaya

 

AUGUSTA, NJ (01/24/2012)(readMedia)-- Just because you are not celebrating Mardi Gras (French for "Fat Tuesday") in New Orleans this year on Feb. 21st, that doesn't mean you can't celebrate!

Leigh Kelsey O'Donnell Named to the Gettysburg College Dean's List

 

GETTYSBURG, PA (01/27/2012)(readMedia)-- Leigh Kelsey O'Donnell, of Belmar, has been placed on the Gettysburg College Dean's Honor list for outstanding academic achievement in Fall 2011.

Students with a quality point average of 3.60 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) for a semester's work are placed on the College's Dean's Honor List.

Founded in 1832, Gettysburg College is a highly selective four-year residential college of liberal arts and sciences with a strong academic tradition that includes Rhodes Scholars, a Nobel laureate and other distinguished scholars among its alumni. The college enrolls 2,600 undergraduate students and is located on a 200-acre campus adjacent to the Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania.

On the web: http://readabout.me/achievements/Leigh-Kelsey-O-Donnell-Named-to-the-Gettysburg-College-Deans-List/3418459.

 

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