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Community News, Programs and EventsVisit our Website - www.glotwp.com

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:Mayor’s Corner Page 2Community News Page 2-3Senior Programs Page 7Youth & Adult Programs Page 9-102016 Recycling Info Page 13-15

Gloucester Township to Host 2016 United States Police Canine Association

National Patrol Dog TrialsAgile and efficient, fast and loyal, courageous—these are just afew of the words that can describe the K-9 teams that will becoming from all over the nation, and Canada, to compete in the2016 United States Police Canine Assoc. National Patrol DogTrials. The Gloucester Township Police Department (GTPD) isproud to announce that it has been selected to host this annualevent that will take place Sept. 25 through Sept. 30, 2016.

Approximately 150 Police K-9 teams willcome to Gloucester Township to vie fornational certification and compete forindividual awards. The teams that com-pete at the Nationals are the best PoliceWorking Dogs in North America. Theyhave competed in their home states andearned a qualifying score to participatein this very prestigious competition.

“This is a great opportunity for the resi-dents of South Jersey and Philadelphia

to get a close look at the dedication and drive for perfection thatgoes into K-9 police work. Gloucester Township couldn’t bemore honored to be the 2016 host,” notes Mayor Mayer. “Thiswill be an exciting event filled with visual adventures as audi-ence members watch the teams work tactically to conquer thecourses on the fields. It will be free to the public and won’t costtaxpayers anything. Just come out and enjoy!”

The K-9 teams will be tested in the areas of obedience, agility,evidence recovery, suspect search and the most exciting phasethe criminal apprehension with and without gun fire. One of thehighlights will be a free public demonstration on September 29that 6:00pm at Timber Creek High School. Planning for the eventis well underway. It will be funded by various means of fundrais-ing, including an Indiegogo campaign* that will accept taxdeductible donations. This event will be held at GloucesterTownship Community Park. Gloucester Township invites you tojoin the excitement and festivities which will also include foodfrom local restaurants.

The United States Police Canine Association is the largest andoldest active organization of its kind. It is a non-profit 501 (3c)association that provides training and certifications for federal,state, and local law enforcement K-9 programs. *https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/2016-us-police-canine-

assoc-national-trials--2#/

GTMUA Receives Award for OutstandingAchievement in Recycling from NJDEP

Mr. Glenn Englebert received the award on behalf of theGTMUA at an Awards Luncheon in October.

Citizen Appreciation Park is dedicated to thoseresidents of Gloucester Township who haveunselfishly given their time and talent year in andyear out for the betterment of our community. Thisyear, various organizations within our communitynominated two volunteers, and their names wereplaced on the Wall of Honor visible to all who visitthe park. This is a small token of appreciation fortheir dedicated service to Gloucester Township.Please see page 2 for a list of the 2015 recipients.

Citizen Appreciation Park

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C O M M U N I T Y N E W SA Message from Mayor David Mayer

As we begin a brand new year, I’m excited torecognize not only the growth and develop-ment that lies ahead of us, but the tremen-dous opportunities for our residents to cometogether to continue making GloucesterTownship a great place to live, work and play.I would like to thank all of the citizens whowere honored at our second annual Citizen

Appreciation Ceremony last fall and encourage others to join themovement to make a difference in Gloucester Township. Thismonth we are proud to host our fourth annual Dr. Martin LutherKing Day of Service. This is a great opportunity to honor Dr.King’s legacy and uplift our community through service. Iencourage you to visit us at glotwp.com to sign up for a volun-teer activity that’s right for you.

In this upcoming year, I am also proud to announce that theGloucester Police Department has been selected to host the2016 United States Police Canine Association National PatrolDog Trials. Approximately 150 Police K-9 teams from all over thecountry and Canada will come to Gloucester Township to vie fornational certification of their K-9 partners and compete for indi-vidual awards. This will be an exciting event that will bring thou-sands of visitors to our community. For more information on howyou can become involved and help make it a success pleasevisit: glotwp.com/2016k9.

We have many exciting new events and endeavors planned for2016. Please join us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram andGoogle + to be the first to know about them. Thank you for help-ing to make Gloucester Township an exciting place to live, workand play!

Sincerely,

David Mayer

CONGRATULATIONS TO 2015 RETIREESBest Wishes and Thanks to the Municipal retirees after manyyears of public service: Glen Bianchini, Joe Bryant, MaryDiRosa, Joan Eller-Hinski, John Ferguson, Michael Harkins,Joe Hoguet, Debbie LaBadie, Sam Siler, Bob Stavola andWilliam Westphal.

2015 Citizen Appreciation ParkHonorees:

Victor Amoroso Erial Fire CompanyMichelle Baldino Timber Birch Women’s Club Rich Barkasy Gloucester Twp. Boys Basketball Robert Baumgartner Triton High SchoolElizabeth Beetle Historic & Scenic Preservation Com.John Benckert Gloucester Township BaseballAddison Bradley Gloucester Township RotaryRichard Brattelli Gloucester Twp. Boys BasketballLorraine Dean Chews Elementary SchoolPatty DiRenzo Gloucester Township Police Dept.Walter Ellis Blackwood Lake Advisory CommitteeNicholas Fecenko Glendora VFW 8714Kelisa Felice Gloucester Township LacrosseJudy Gore GT Day Scholarship CommitteeClifford Griffiths American Legion Post 281Philip Knast Glendora Fire CompanyWilliam Larsen Lilley Elementary SchoolKevin Little Cub Scout Pack 177Candice Marley Girl Scout of AmericaMike Millisky Chews Landing Fire CompanyAnn Marie Mscisz Gloucester Twp. Girls Athletic Assoc.Jimmy Nelson Glendora VFW 8714Carol Nicklesberg Cub Scout Pack 218Michael O’Brien Glendora Little LeagueLilli Pieczara Glendora Elementary SchoolRuth Puglise Gloucester Twp. Elementary SchoolChuck Renner Timber Creek High SchoolChristine Schiavone Girl Scout Troop 715 Kathy Shaw Glendora Girls Athletic AssociationFred Stavely Kiwanis Club of Gloucester TownshipJonathan Steliga Sustainable Gloucester Township Jennifer Storer Highland Youth SoccerLee Vander Woude Gloucester Twp. Elementary SchoolDave West Boy Scout Troop 811Tricia Wilson Union Valley Elementary School

ATTENTION DOG AND CAT OWNERSPlease take notice that the TownshipClerk's Office will be issuing new andrenewal dog and cat licenses begin-ning January 5th. Please note that anydog or cat license RENEWED afterMarch 31st will incur a $15.00 late fee.

We will need to see a copy of an updated Rabies certificate. Youmay obtain your dog or cat license in person or by mail.For Mail-ins: Township of Gloucester - Dog Licensing

PO Box 8Blackwood, NJ 08012

Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope along withyour check made payable to : Township of GloucesterFee: Spayed or Neutered $21.00

Non-Spayed or Non-Neutered $24.00(Please add a $15.00 late fee to the above fees when renewingafter March 31st.)Hours for licensing are Monday - Thursday 8am -5pm.

A Message from the GTMUAA friendly reminder that our sewer bills are mailed out once a yearin December. Four (4) quarterly stubs are enclosed, similar to theformat of your Tax Bill. The due dates are January 15, 2016, April15, 2016, July 15, 2016 and October 15, 2016. We also acceptpayments on-line. Please visit our website, www.gtmua.com, formore information.

C O M M U N I T Y N E W S & E V E N T S

EASTER BUNNY BRUNCHSaturday, March 19 10am-12 noonJoin us for this FREE EVENT! Come see the EasterBunny and enjoy bagels, donuts, refreshments, funand games. Bring your camera and get your pic-ture taken with the Easter Bunny. Please bring acanned good to be donated to the local food bank.Held at the Recreation Center. All children must beaccompanied by an adult.

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Gloucester Township’sDr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

Monday, January 18, 2016"Make it a day on, Not a day off"

Please join Mayor David Mayer, Township Council, GloucesterTownship Public Schools, friends and neighbors on January 18thby volunteering your time to fulfill Dr. King’s dream of helping oth-ers. As Dr. King once said, "Life's most persistent and urgentquestion is: 'What are you doing for others?'" Your participationwill allow you to engage in fun and worthwhile service projectsthat have a lasting impact on our entire community.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULEMonday, January 18, 2016

Charles W. Lewis Middle School, 875 Erial Road, Blackwood8:30 A.M. Registration and Continental Breakfast

9:15 A.M. Program10:00 A.M. Departure for Day of Service activities 12:00 P.M. Conclusion of Day of Service activities

Reserve your spot now on this inspiring and enriching day by pre-registering today at www.glotwp.com. For more info please con-tact Orlando Mercado at omercado@glotwp.com

Gloucester Twp.’s SpecialParents & Kids Network

is a township supported, parent-directed,parent-to-parent support, education andinformation group that firmly believes thatproviding events and resources for familieswho care for special needs individuals isimportant to enhancing the lives of those

individuals and their families. We are committed to building a net-work of resources, socialization opportunities, continuing educa-tion and support to children of all ages with special needs andtheir families.

Monthly Parent & Volunteer Meetings:All meetings are typically held on the 1st Wednesday of themonth from 6:30pm-8:30pm at the Gloucester Twp. RecreationCenter

Upcoming Monthly Family Events:Saturday, January 30, 2016 from 6:30-9:00pm

Tween/Teen Dance Event at Gloucester Twp. Recreation CenterBring a canned good as admission.

For more information or any questions, please contact:Judy Guido at GloTwpSPKN@hotmail.com

G L O U C E S T E R T W P . S C H O L A R S H I P C O M M I T T E EThe Gloucester Township Day Scholarship Committee provides scholarship money to High School seniors who live inGloucester Township and are continuing their education. If you would like to volunteer or participate in any of ourevents, please call the GTDSC Hotline at 856-374-5729.

RUN GT!RUN GT Turns 20! The 20th Annual Gloucester Township DayScholarship Committee 5K Run will be held on Saturday, April 9,2016 at 8:30 am in Veteran’s Park. All proceeds from this eventfunds college scholarships for high school students residing inGloucester Township. Please register atwww.linmarksports.com. For more information or sponsorshipopportunities, please email Orlando Mercado at omercado@ver-izon.net

Looking AheadJoin us on Saturday, June 4, 2016 when we recognize ourScholarship recipients while enjoying the activities provided atGloucester Township Day 2016. Vendor packets and additionalinformation will be available in late February 2016. Rain date isSunday, June 5, 2016.

Wine TastingAn evening of Wine Tasting present-ed by Sharrott Estate Winery onFriday, February 19, 2016 at the GT

Democrat Club, 8pm. Price is $30. For more infor-mation, call the hotline at 856-374-5729.

HOOKED ON FISHING, NOT ON DRUGSHooked on Fishing Not on Drugs is a free 28 week program thatis free to any school age kids and their parent. It begins in Marchand runs into August. Classes are every Wednesday night start-ing at 7 pm at Lake Mathilde off Jarvis Rd in the Sicklerville sec-tion of Gloucester Township. Students will learn all aspects of fish-ing along with other topics such as watersheds, wildlife, pollution,and so on.

Field trip are also scheduled once a month. Registration for the2016 Season will open up @ 12:01am January 2nd and be on afirst come first serve bases as we can only take 25 students.Please visit our website www.hofnodgt.com. And like us onFacebook Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs Gloucester Township.

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P U B L I C W O R K S N E W SSPRING LEAF PICKUP

This year we will have a Spring LeafCleanup from April 11 through April 21. Tohave your leaves picked up call PublicWorks 856-228-3144, Monday - Thursday,between 8am and 5pm to put your nameon a list for pickup. Please rememberleaves only, do not mix debris, brush, soil,etc. After April 21, all leaves must be inpaper bags and placed by your curb. Theywill be picked up weekly on your recyclingday. Contact the Gloucester Twp MUA,856-227-8666 with any questions.

Check out Page 13with all theRecycling

Information!

GLOUCESTER TWP IS GREENUse large biodegradable paperbags for your leaves and yarddebris. It helps speed up ourpick-up and is better for our

environment!Help Us Help You:

Please mark your bags brush &yard debris

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP RECYCLES ELECTRONICS

15, 17, 19, 21” MONITORS, FLAT SCREENS & ALL-IN-ONESTOWERS, DESKTOPS AND LAPTOPS, TV’S, UNINTERRUPTED

POWER SUPPLYKEYBOARDS, MOUSE AND SPEAKERS, ALL TYPE OF WIRE,

GOLD CLIP ENDSPRINTERS, FAX MACHINES, SCANNERS, MODEMS,

COPY MACHINES, ALL TYPE OF MEMORYANY HARD DRIVES, FANS AND POWER SUPPLIESMOTHER, B, C, TWEENER AND FINGER BOARDS

AC ADAPTORS, YOKES, AND MOTORPLASTIC, BALED OR LOOSE ALUMINUM, BRASS,

LIGHT IRON & COPPER,METALS, BALED OR LOOSE,

ALL RELATED COMPUTER PARTSPHONES, CELL PHONES, PHONE & LAPTOP BATTERIES

PC SCRAP AND STEREOS (NO WOOD), VCR'S, DVD'S, CD PLAYERS, BOOMBOXES,

ANY AUDIO AND VISUAL EQUIPMENTSCANNERS AND PAGERS, CASH REGISTERS AND SCALES

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES, APPLIANCES NOT CONTAINING COMPRESSORS

Call PW by 4pm Tuesday to have items picked up on Wednesday.

REMINDERIt is helpful if residents, especially after a storm, wouldhelp keep the grates at storm drains clear or notifyPublic Works when they become clogged.

HELP US DURING SNOW & ICEPark cars in driveway or off the street

Whenever snow has fallen and the accumula-tion is such that it covers the streets and high-ways, and an emergency exists, no vehicleshall be parked on the streets or highways orportions thereof indicated.

The above parking prohibitions shall remain ineffect after the snow has ceased until thestreets have been plowed sufficiently and to

the extent that parking will not interfere with the normal flow oftraffic. Any unoccupied vehicle parked or standing in violationshall be deemed a nuisance and a menace to the safe and prop-er regulation of traffic and any police officer may provide for theremoval of such vehicle. The owner shall pay the reasonablecosts of the removal before regaining possession of the vehicle.

The Public Works facility islocated at 1729 Erial Rd inBlackwood. Please contactPublic Works with any ques-tions at 856-228-3144.

BRUSH PICKUPPer Twp. Ordinance, branches, hedge trim-mings, brush clippings, etc. must be secure-ly tied into four foot bundles that can beeasily handled and the diameter of anybranch may not exceed six inches. The bun-dles shall not exceed fifty pounds. PublicWorks will pick up bundles on your designat-ed day only if the ordinance is followed.

During storm damage, we will work with residents to pick up theirbrush, however the ordinance must be followed. No commercialvehicles can dump at Public Works. For questions please callPublic Works at 856-228-3144.

The GTMUA will pick up your grass and leaves in bags beginningMarch 15, 2016. Please separate your grass from yard debris,sticks, trash, etc or it will not be picked up by the GTMUA. Tocontact the GTMUA, please call 856-227-8666.

Dispose of your American Flagproperly! Public Works collects

American Flags and will dispose ofthem properly.

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Become a Partner of the GTPD: Attend the

Citizens Police AcademyThe Gloucester Township PoliceDepartment in a continuing effort tofoster an even better police-communi-ty partnership would like to invite anyGloucester Township resident 16 yearsof age or older to attend the 15thCitizen’s Police Academy. TheGloucester Township PoliceDepartment Citizen’s Police Academywill be a free 10-week course that willtake place From March 3, 2016 to May26, 2016 on Thursday evenings from

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The course will include an overview of thepolice department and the administration, police communica-tions, special operations, criminal investigations, traffic safety,K9, Special Response Team, Crime Scene Unit and much more.Also, all attendees of the Citizen Police Academy will be trainedin the use of CPR for the home.

The objective of the Citizen Police Academy is not to train an indi-vidual to be a Police Officer but to produce informed citizens. TheCitizens and Police Officers meet each other face to face in aneutral, friendly setting and each becomes a person to the other.In the past, citizens have simply seen a uniform, now they havean understanding about the person behind the badge. Throughyour participation in the Citizens Police Academy program youare promoting community involvement, which in itself is the mostpowerful force any law enforcement agency has in the fightagainst crime.

If you feel you would like to be part of this cooperative effortbetween the police and the community, and would like to receivea Citizens Police Academy application or have any questions,please call the Gloucester Township Police DepartmentCommunity Relations Bureau Lt. Brendan Barton or Ptl. JennMcLaughlin at 374-3513 or communityrelations@gtpolice.com.

Gloucester Township Police Participates in Heroes and Helpers Program

On December 5, 2015 the GTPD participated in the 3rd annualShop with a Cop Program at Target on Berlin Cross Keys Road.The GTPD purchased gift cards for children in GloucesterTownship. Each child was assigned an officer and were able toshop for themselves and their family with the gift card.

The Gloucester Twp. Police Department strongly believes inpartnering with the community and this is another way to build apositive relationship with our youth and the children get to inter-act with officers in a positive atmosphere.

Community Notification SystemThe GTPD wants to encourage you to receive important commu-nity information. You can receive safety tips, media releases, andpolice community relations events via email. The GTPDCommunity Notification System provides greater capabilities tonotify our community. In this age of instant communication, theGloucester Township Police Department / OEM must be able toreach residents instantly with road closures, safety warnings,community safety bulletins, community events, and mediarelease information. The GTPD Community Notification Systemwill give the Gloucester Township Police Department the ability tonotify thousands of residents, staff members, and volunteerswithin minutes by sending out text messages and emails instant-ly. Please visit https://local.nixle.com/register/.

GTPD Institutes a New Domestic Violence Initiative:Project HIVIS

(Home Involved Violence Intervention Strategies)Project HIVIS is a comprehensive new domestic violence initiative which includes a specialized team of offi-cers focused solely on domestic violence. This specialized unit will be conducting danger assessments inan effort to help predict future violence, providing victim services, and regularly following up with victimsand their children. Project HIVIS is built upon a community policing platform where we can help preventcrime by investing in young people now to prevent them from being criminal offenders when they are adults.

Project HIVIS consists of four distinct strategic goals: Strategy 1 - Dedication of specialized officers to respond to and investigate domestic violence. Strategy 2 - Partnering with the community in addressing domestic violenceStrategy 3 - Identify victims who are at the highest risk and conduct follow-up activities to improve their safety. Strategy 4 - Providing services to children who reside in homes where domestic violence takes place.

Detective Eric Marconi and Detective Dennis Richards are the assigned specialized officers for the new initiative.

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Safety Tips For Buying And Selling

On CraigslistThe Gloucester Township PoliceDepartment wants our residents to besafe when buying or selling items onCraigslist. Across the Nation there hasbeen an increase on reported robberiesinvolving Craigslist because safety pre-cautions are not being followed.

1. We want to encourage you to meet at our police station. Ourpolice station is open 24 hours a day but we want to encourageyou to not do transactions at night.

2. Never meet in a secluded area.

3. Never invite strangers to your home or go to a stranger’shouse.

4. Use your instincts. If the deal is too good to be true, it proba-bly is.

5. Always be cautious when purchasing/ selling a high priceditem.

Autism/Development Disability

Registration

The Gloucester Township PoliceDepartment has created a registryfor individuals with Autism or dis-abilities in efforts to give policequick access in an emergency tocritical information about a personwho is registered. The registrycan provide police with emergency contact information, detailedphysical descriptions, known routines, favorite attractions or spe-cial needs of an individual with Autism Disorder or other disabili-ties such as: Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Down Syndrome or anyother endangered individuals. This information can greatly assistpolice officers when time is essential in communicating and deal-ing with an emergency situation involving a person with AutismDisorder as well as other disabilities.

The information you provide is confidential and will only be usedby law enforcement.

Please contact the GTPD Community Relations Bureau at com-munityrelations@gtpolice.com or call 856-374-3513 with anyquestions.

Forms can be downloaded at: http://www.gtpolice.com/pro-grams/autism-development-disability-registration/. Completedforms may be turned into our police officers, e-mailed, or takendirectly to the GTPD Community Relations Bureau.

GT Emergency Needs Preparedness Registry

The Gloucester Township Police Department (GTPD) has creat-ed a voluntary Gloucester Twp. Emergency Needs PreparednessRegistry that will let police, fire and first responders in our com-munity better prepare for, and respond to your needs during ahurricane, storm or other major emergency. This has been estab-lished to collect information for emergency responders to helpassist those with special needs or high risks during an emer-gency, especially when family, caregivers or others are unable tohelp them.

Many people may need extra help during a time of emergencyincluding people who:• Use life support systems such as oxygen, respirator, ventilator,dialysis, pacemaker, or are insulin dependent;

• Have mobility disabilities and use a wheelchair, scooter, walker,cane, or other mobility device;

• Are visually impaired, blind, hard of hearing, or deaf;

• Have speech, cognitive, developmental or mental health disabil-ities;

• Use assistive animals or a prosthesis.

Your information is held confidentially and will only be accessedto assist in your safety and well-being in the time of an emer-gency affecting your area of Gloucester Township. This notifi-cation allows first responders additional time to consider how tobest respond to that incident. Please note that strict confidential-ity is maintained at all times and only those that have a reason toaccess the information are authorized to do so.

If you cannot complete the enrollment form yourself, a familymember, or authorized representative can enroll on your behalf.The registration form can be found on the GTPD website underPrograms at www.glotwp.com/police . For additional informationon this program you may contact the GTPD Community RelationsBureau at communityrelations@GTPolice.com or 856-374-5735.

Gloucester Township Police Family Resource Center

The Center of Family Services sponsors numerous activitiesmonthly at the Family Resource Center. All events and activitiesare free and you are encouraged to attend. Please visithttp://www.centerffs.org/family-success-center/welcome for themonthly calendar.

Center For Family Services is committed to changing the odds forchildren and families across southern New Jersey. We offer morethan 60 programs focused on supporting and empowering individ-uals, families, and communities to achieve a better life throughvision, hope, and strength.

Gloucester Twp. offers many programs forits senior residents. The Hider LaneSenior Drop In Center is located at 1575Hider Lane. Gloucester Twp. Seniorsmay "Drop In" for fun & friendship. TheSenior & Community Center is on ChewsLanding Rd next to the Municipal Building.For more information, contact Debi Carrat 228-9015 or 374-3522.

MONDAYSCards (Pinochle/Poker)10am - 3:30pmHider Lane Drop In Center

TUESDAYSCards (Pinochle)10am - 3:30pmHider Lane Drop In Center

Mah Jongg11am - 3:30pmHider Lane Drop In Center

WEDNESDAYSCards (Pinochle/Poker)10am - 3:30pmHider Lane Drop In Center

Always Young Sr. Club12pm (1st & 3rd Wed.)Senior Community Center

Bridge12-3:30pm (1st & 3rd Wed.)Hider Lane Drop In Center

THURSDAYSCards (Pinochle)10am - 3:30pmHider Lane Drop In Center*2nd & 4th Thursdays openat 12pm after meeting

Hider Lane Sr. Club Mtg.11am (2nd & 4th Thurs.)Senior Community Center

FRIDAYSCards (Pinochle/Poker)10am - 3:30pmHider Lane Drop In Center

Mah Jongg11am - 3:30pmHider Lane Drop In Center

ScheduleMondayDeptford Wal-Mart, Deptford Mall & Lowe'sTuesdayTurnersville Wal-Mart & Gloucester Township OutletsWill switch every other TuesdayWednesdayChews Landing Shop Rite & Entemann's OutletThursdayLook for monthly updatesFridayFriendly's Strip Mall, Cross Keys Shoppes, Target Strip Mall &the Acme on Cross Keys Rd

This schedule and the monthly updates can also be found onGlotwp.com (enter senior bus in search box) and channel 19.

Gloucester Twp. Senior & Disabled BusTo schedule an appointment call: 374-3525Please call before 8:30am the day you would like aride or the night before and leave a message.Age Eligibility: 50 years and older or disabledWheelchair Accessible: YesBus Driver: Jean Gomez

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LOOKING FOR MEMBERSMembers wanted for Senior Clubs.Members must be 55+ or disabled

and a Gloucester Twp. resident. Contact Debi Carr at 856-

228-9015 for more info.

Casino Bus TripsThe Hider Lane Seniors have a CasinoBus Trip the 3rd Tuesday of every month,bus leaves Our Lady of Hope Parking Lotpromptly at 10am and returns at 5:30pm.For more info and to RSVP, please callLynette at 856-816-4526.

S E N I O R P R O G R A M SFREE CHAIR YOGA AND MEDITATION/HEALTHY LIFESTYLES EVENTS FOR SENIORS

These one-hour classes are designed to bring Yoga and Meditation/Healthy Lifestyles into your day and to help you devel-op a practice of using it at home, at work, at any time of day. Yoga increases flexibility, strength, endurance, concentra-tion, memory, lubricates the joints while decreasing stress and lowering blood pressure. All classes will be done seatedon chairs with the opportunity for people of all levels, dressed in clothing of their choice, to participate. Enrollment will befirst-come, first-served for the classes of 25 participants. Classes are Wednesdays from 11am-12pm and are held at theRecreation Department, 80 Broadacres Drive, Clementon, NJ 08021. To register, contact 856-435-5734 or email:recdept@glotwp.com.

CHAIR YOGA FOR SENIORS:March 30, April 13, April 27, May 11 and May 25

MEDITATION/HEALTHY LIFESTYLES FOR SENIORS:April 6, April 20, May 4, May 18 and June 1

RECREATION OFFICE INFORMATION(856) 435-5734 Fax: (856) 782-8962Township website: www.glotwp.comMain Township Number: (856) 228-4000Recreation Email: recdept@glotwp.com

Recreation Office Location80 Broadacres Drive, Clementon 08021

Recreation Office Business HoursMonday-Thursday 8:00AM-5:45PMExtended hours on Tuesdays & Thursdays until 7:30pm

PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION

January 6 Program Registration for ResidentsJanuary 11 Program Registration for Non-Residents

Registration for programs are held at the Recreation Centerbeginning at 8am and will continue until the program or tripreaches capacity.

Space is limited for all programs and trips. In-person registra-tion is required for all activities. Registration forms must be filledout by the participant or parent/guardian. All programs requireadvanced registration. We accept cash, money order orcheck only. Make checks payable to “Twp. of Gloucester”except where otherwise noted; two separate checks may benecessary.

Bring a valid drivers license or proof of residency to registrationto receive resident rate. Preschool registration also requires aphotocopy of the child’s birth certificate & medical records.

Full refunds will be given if we cancel a trip or program due tolow enrollment. We reserve the right to cancel a trip or programif enough people have not registered in advance.

Program refunds will be given minus a $10.00 processing fee.This refund must be requested before 20% of the scheduledclasses are completed. Please bring your receipt to the officefor processing. All refunds take 30-45 days to process.

D E P A R T M E N T O F R E C R E A T I O N

RECREATION CENTER OPEN GYM INFOThe Recreation Center is open for various sports when sched-uled. You must come to the Rec Center and present a valid driv-ers license or State ID with a Gloucester Twp address or a cur-rent Gloucester Twp school ID every visit. Check monthly calen-dar for dates.

Basketball Mondays 8:45-10:15pmOpen gym basketball for adults 30+.

Family Basketball Tues. & Thurs. 5-6PMOpen basketball for families with children under 12.

Basketball Tues./Wed./Thurs 3-5PMChildren under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Pickleball Fridays 12-2PMOpen for adults 18+. Call the Rec Center for more info.

DISCOUNTED TICKETSThe Gloucester Twp. Recreation Dept. offers various discount-ed tickets through out the year. Ski Tickets to local Mountainswill be available. We accept cash or Money Order only and areonly sold during business office hours - Monday-Thursday,8am-5:30pm.

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R EN TA LS

The Recreation Dept. offers the following locations for rental.Applications can be picked up at the Recreation Center. Pleasecall 856-435-5734 for more info.

GAZEBOSThe Gazebos at Veterans’ Park & Community Park are availablefor 3 hour rentals.

FEES:$ 30.00 - Township Residents$ 60.00 - Non-residents

RECREATION CENTERRent the Rec. Center for children’s birthday parties. Available forchildren ages 4 - 14 only.

FEE: $ 150.00 for 2 hours

For Twp. Residents OnlyLike us on Facebook at GloucesterTownship Recreation Center!

Y O U T H P R O G R A M S

KARATE FUNDAMENTALSWednesdays: January 20; Last class March 9 8 Weeks5:30 - 6:30 PM Held at the Recreation CenterCost: $40. to Dave Smith/$10. to Glo. Twp.

Come and learn the art of Karate with inter-nationally certified black belt instructor,Dave Smith. The goals of this 8 week pro-gram are to develop physical fitness, self-discipline and self-confidence. Open to chil-dren in grades K-4.

YOUTH ART LESSONSWednesdays: January 20; Last class March 9 8 Weeks4:30 - 5:30 PM Held at Point Ariel ParkCost: $90. to Lori Favoroso/$10. to Glo. Twp. This class is designed for children with a serious interest in art.Children will learn how to create artwork in a variety of mediumsboth 2-D and 3-D. Colored pencil, pastels, paint, collage, andmask making are some of the various mediums that students willexplore. This class will be taught by a skilled and certified artteacher. Supplies included in cost. Please bring a drawing padand pencil with you. Open to grades K-5.

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Residents can begin registering on January 6 and non-residents begin on January 11. Non-Residents can reg-ister for all Recreation Dept. Programs for an additional $10 fee. We accept cash, check or money order. Makechecks payable to “Twp. of Gloucester” except where noted; two separate checks/money orders are necessary.

A D U L T P R O G R A M SResidents can begin registering on January 6 and non-residents begin on January 11. Non-Residents can reg-ister for all Recreation Dept. Programs for an additional $10 fee. We accept cash, check or money order. Makechecks payable to “Twp. of Gloucester” except where noted; two separate checks/money orders are necessary.

PRESCHOOL PLAYTIMEFridays: January 22; Last Class April 1 10 Weeks 10am-12 noon Held at Point Ariel Park$115 to Amy Mazakas/$10. to Glo. Twp.Designed for children 3 1/2-5 years old. This class will focus onyour child’s creativity through a variety of crafts, music and play.This class is based on engaging your child in fun and creativeways of learning. Each week there will be a new and excitingtheme to explore. Children must be potty-trained. Please providea snack. No Class 3/25.

KIDDING AROUND YOGA WITH MARIE Fridays: January 29; Last class March 4 6 Weeks4:45-5:45pm Held at Still Point Yoga CenterCost: $45 to Still Point Yoga Center/$10 to Glo. Twp.This yoga class is designed for kids to learn yoga in a playful waythat fosters creativity and builds confidence, focus, and coopera-tion. Children will learn yoga poses, sing songs, listen to stories,and relax together, mastering the art of being a kid, in this uplift-ing, non competitive and fun environment. Studio supplies mats.Open to children ages 4-12.

BASIC SEWING Thursdays: January 21; Last class March 10 8 Weeks 6:30 - 7:30pm Held at Recreation CenterCost: $70. to Rebekah Pyles/$10. to Glo. Twp.Let’s start with the Basics! We will cover howto operate your sewing machine, pinning, cut-ting, and sewing terms. You will accomplishsmall projects that reinforce skills you arelearning. All class materials are included.Open to 10 years old and up. Please bringyour machine.

SEWING CLASS Mondays: January 25; Last class March 21 8 Weeks 7:00 - 9:00pm Held at GT Recreation CenterCost: $70. to Rebekah Pyles/$10. to Glo. Twp.Dust off your sewing machine and get inspired! Sewing class forbeginners through experiences taught by a full time seamstress,will give you the confidence you need to accomplish your projects.The first two weeks we will work on a group project. We will makea water bottle bag. The remainder of the class you can choosesprojects to work at your own pace and level. In this laid backatmosphere bring out your creativity and meet other sewers.Please bring your machine. Open to 14 years through adult. Noclass 2/15.

SOCCER SHOTSThursdays: January 21; Last class February 25 6 WeeksCost: $72 to Soccer Shots/$10 to Glo. Twp. Held at Rec CenterSoccer Shots is a national leader in youth soccer development foryoung children. Our program has been created under the guid-ance of childhood education specialists, professional soccer play-ers and experienced coaches. Our innovative lesson plans aredevelopmentally appropriate and tailored specifically to the agegroups we teach. Using these creative and age appropriate cur-ricula and infusing each lesson plan with enthusiasm and struc-tured activity, soccer shots aims to leave a lasting, positive impacton every child we serve.Mini Program Ages 2-3 6:00 - 6:30pmClassic Program Ages 3-4 6:40 - 7:10pm

5K RUNNING PROGRAM Mon./Wed.: February 1; Last Class April 6 10 Weeks6:30pm-7:30pm Held at GT Recreation CenterCost: $80. to Mario Sergi/$10. to Glo. Twp.Start the new year on the right foot. Join us as we train to run the20th Anniversary Gloucester Twp 5k. Feel the sense of accom-plishment finishing a race can bring. We will take you step by stepfrom a bystander to the finish line. As a bonus you will be well onyour way to a healthier lifestyle and a love of running. Don’t for-get your good, supportive running shoes and a water bottle. Let’simprove one step at a time. Open to adults and will meet twice aweek at veterans park or the Rec Center. You must enter the GT5K race on your own. GT 5 K is Saturday, April 9th. No Class2/15.

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YOGA BASIC I Wednesdays: January 20; Last class March 23 10 Weeks6:30pm - 7:30 pm Held at Point Ariel Park Cost: $50. to Michele Carlino/$10. to Glo. Twp.This class is a workout for the mind, body and soul that bringsinner and outer balance through stretching, breath work, andmeditation. Yoga promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and calmsanxiety. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a towel and water.

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CARDIO TONINGTuesdays: January 26, Last class April 5 10 Weeks6:30pm - 7:30pm Held at Point Ariel Park Cost: $50. to A. Davis/$10. to Glo. Twp.Come out for a full body conditioning class which will consist oflow impact cardio moves and drills followed by toning throughHIIT...high intensity interval training...to sculpt your body andTabata drills to challenge your muscles and stamina. This classwill put fun into your workout. Bring a set of weights ,mat andwater and be sure to wear good sneakers. Good for HS and up.No class 2/16.

MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS FOR STRESS Wednesdays: January 20; Last class March 9 8 Weeks5:30pm - 6:30 pm Held at Point Ariel Park Cost: $50. to Michele Carlino/$10. to Glo. Twp.This class will introduce the practice of meditation and mindful-ness to manage stress. It will include various styles of meditationand explore mindfulness to bring one more into the presentmoment. Through these techniques, one can learn to manage themind and support their health. No prior experience is necessary.

Residents can begin registering on January 6 and non-residents begin on January 11. Non-Residents can reg-ister for all Recreation Dept. Programs for an additional $10 fee. We accept cash, check or money order. Makechecks payable to “Twp. of Gloucester” except where noted; two separate checks/money orders are necessary.

BASIC SEWING Thursdays: January 21; Last class March 10 8 Weeks 6:30 - 7:30pm Held at Recreation CenterCost: $70. to Rebekah Pyles/$10. to Glo. Twp.Let’s start with the Basics! We will cover how to operate yoursewing machine, pinning, cutting, and sewing terms. You willaccomplish small projects that reinforce skills you are learning. Allclass materials are included. Open to 10 years old and up.Please bring your machine.

YOGA FOR US - 55 PLUS WITH DOROTHYThursdays: January 21; Last Class March 10 8 weeks11am-12pm Held at Still Point Yoga CenterCost: $50 to Still Point Yoga Center/$10. Glo. Twp. Leave your worries behind, you CAN do yoga! Safely and gentlystretch, wake up tired muscles, breath more effectively and learnto relax. No matter what age, weight, flexibility, balance issues orfitness level; you can do yoga! No experience needed. Comedressed in comfortable clothing. Studio supplies chairs, mats andprops if needed.

YOGA FOR WEIGHT LOSS Wednesdays: January 20; Last class March 23 10 Weeks7:30pm - 8:30pm Held at Point Ariel Park Cost: $50. to M. Carlino/$10. to Glo. Twp.Yoga supports balancing the body on all levels. This class will uti-lize specific postures and breathwork that increase the metabo-lism and relax the mind to assist in guiding the body to its naturalweight. Please bring a mat or towel and a blanket.

YOGA STRETCH AND STRENGTHEN WITH YOGATuesdays: January 26; Last Class March 15 8 weeks11am − 12pm Held at Still Point Yoga CenterCost: $50 to Still Point Yoga Center/$10. to Glo. Twp.Stretch and Strengthen your whole body and mind! Rechargeyour energy and improve your overall health and wellness withyoga. This class includes a perfect mix of yoga poses, breathingexercises and guided relaxation for a complete hatha yoga expe-rience. Beginners are welcome. Come dressed in comfortableclothing. Studio supplies mats and props.

ZUMBA $40 to S. Kirkwood/$10 to Glo. Twp. per 8 week sessionZumba fuses hypnotic musical rhythms & tantalizing moves tocreate a dynamic workout system designed to be FUN and EASYTO DO! The routines feature interval training sessions where fast& slow rhythms & resistance training are combined to tone &sculpt your body while burning fat. Add some Latin flavor & inter-national zest into the mix and you've got Zumba®! Good for allfitness levels. Please bring water and a towel. Day Time Location DatesMondays 7:45-8:45pm Rec Center 1/25-3/21Saturdays 8-9am Rec Center 1/23-3/12No class 2/15.

PILATES CORE PLUSMondays: January 25, Last class April 4 10 Weeks6:30 - 7:30pm Held at Point Ariel ParkCost: $50. to A. Davis/$10. to Glo. Twp.Come & enjoy a great Mat Pilates that will help strengthen yourcore & tone your whole body. Light weights help to improve yourtoning even more! Good for any fitness level. Instructor will beproviding bands and handled resistance tubing for you to use dur-ing class times. Please bring a mat, water & a set of light weights.Open to HS students and adults. No class 2/15.

YOGA & MEDITATION FOR EVERYONE WITH JOANNE Tuesday: January 26th; Last class March 1st 6 Weeks9:30-10:45am Held at Still Point Yoga CenterCost: $40 to Still Point Yoga Center/$10. to Glo. Twp.NEW! Combination Class - This session will start with a 45 minuteof a breath centered yoga practice to open and energize the body.It will end with 30 minutes of meditation. Discover and enjoy themany benefits.... Improve your mood, concentration, focus,decrease anxiety and stress and discover inner peace.

BODY BOOTCAMPWednesdays: January 20, Last class March 23 10 Weeks7:00pm - 8:00pm Held at the Recreation CenterCost: $50. to C. Manuola/$10. to Glo. Twp.Learn to work with your body’s natural strengths and abilities toget your best workout. All fitness levels welcome! Learn fitnessform & fundamentals all in a fun and challenging workout! Whatdo you have to lose? What do you have to gain? Please bring amat and light weights. Open to HS students and adults.

PILOXING® Tuesdays: January 19, Last Class March 8 8 WeeksCost: $40 to A. Lilley/$10. to Glo. Twp.6:15-7:15pm Held at the Rec CenterPiloxing® is a fun interval fusion of boxing, pilates inspired moves,and dance that burns a ton of calories, builds lean muscles, andincreases cardio endurance! This full body workout - set to cur-rent, upbeat music - is easy to follow and can be modified for allfitness levels! Please bring a mat and water bottle.

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The Gloucester Twp. Recreation Dept. Preschool has been operating for over 25 years! Our goal is to provideGloucester Twp. and the surrounding communities with an affordable program to help preschoolers with socializationskills, beginning their independence and helping them prepare for their grade school years. We have one of the high-est teacher retention in the state! Our open door policy allows you to come and observe your child anytime!

Our State licensed program is for children who have turned 3 by January 1, 2016 for our winter session and by March1, 2016 for our spring session. Students enrolling in Preschool will be grouped according to the year they will enterKindergarten. Children must be potty trained. Our program is held at your choice of locations: Recreation Center orPoint Ariel Park. Winter classes will begin January 4. Registration for the Spring Session will begin March 1.

FALL 2016 PRESCHOOL REGISTRATIONRegistration for Fall 2016 Preschool will begin May 9, 2016 at the Gloucester Township Recreation Center.Requirements for Preschool include child’s birth certificate, immunization record, health record and flu shot.

Please contact Diane Jones at 856-435-5734 for more information.

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PRESCHOOL SESSIONS 3-Year-Olds attend Monday & WednesdayAM: 9:00am-11:00am or PM: 12:00pm-2:00pm

4-Year-Olds attend Tuesday & ThursdayAM: 9:00am-11:00am or PM: 12:00pm-2:00pm

COST OF PROGRAMResident Fees:

Winter Session: $215. Spring Session: $215.

Non-Resident Fees:Winter Session: $260. Spring Session: $260.

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GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP BOYS BASKETBALL LEAGUEChildren for Children Book Drive - JANUARY 9

The GTBBL’s will be holding its annual Children for Children Book Drive for Cooper Hospital at the PointAriel Park Facility, 2900 Erial Road, Erial NJ, on Saturday, January 9. Gently Used Children’s Books arecollected and donated to Cooper Hospital. Your Donated book donations are given to children to usewhile waiting for treatment at various Medical Centers throughout the Cooper Hospital Network ofMedical Facilities. Book donations should be packaged and marked with your name and the number ofbooks donated. Any book donations would be greatly appreciated.

Designer Bag Bingo! - FEBRUARY 5The GTBBL Booster Club will be hosting the organization’s first Designer Bag Bingo Night on February 5. The event will be held at theGlendora Fire Hall, Blackhorse Pike, Glendora NJ starting at 7:00PM. In addition to our Bingo Games there will be a Basket Auction,,a 50/50 Raffle, and Fabulous Door Prizes and much more. For more information contact GTBBL Booster Club Director Jenise Urquartat (609) 254-5851.

The mission of the Gloucester Township Boys Basketball League (GTBBL) is to offer a quality basketball program for boys 7 to 18 yearsof age. It is the objective of this organization to provide a quality basketball program that offers players of various skill levels the oppor-tunity to grow and develop to their full potential. It also will provide a safe learning environment that stresses the spirit of sportsmanshipand fair play.

Nothing great was ever achieved without Enthusiasm!Please go to our website for updated information about all GTBBL events.

Website: www.gtbbl.info Hot Line: 856-208-1367 Email: gtbblhoops@yahoo.com

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Gloucester Township Youth Sports LeaguesAmerican Legion BaseballMark Bianchini 609-220-9060 bigbian66@gmail.com

Blackhorse Ice Hockeywww.blackhorseicehockey.com

Blackwood Kiwanis Little LeagueHotline #: 856-232-9336 baseball@bkll.comwww.bkll.com

Erial Little League Baseball & Softballwww.eriallittleleague.org

Glendora Girls Athletic Leaguewww.ggal.org fastpitch@ggal.org

Glendora Little Leaguewww.glendoralittleleague.com

Gloucester Twp. Baseballwww.gtball.com

GTBBL - Gloucester Twp. Boys Basketball LeagueHotline #: 856-208-1367 gtbblhoops@yahoo.comwww.gtbbl.info

Gloucester Twp. Field Hockeywww.gloucestertownshipfieldhockey.org Gtfh@comcast.net

GTGAA - Gloucester Twp. Girls Athletic AssociationGirls Basketball, Cheerleading, Softball and VolleyballHotline #: 856-227-3083 gtgaa@yahoo.comwww.gtgaa.org

GTHA - Gloucester Twp. Hockey Associationwww.eteamz.com/gthahockey gtpantherpride@gmail.com

Gloucester Township Lacrossewww.glotwplax.com gloucestertownshiplax@gmail.com

Gloucester Twp. Lions Youth Football & Cheerleadingwww.gtlions.com president@gtlions.com

Gloucester Twp. Stallions Midget Football & Cheerleadingwww.leaguelineup.com/gtstallions

Highland Jr. Wrestlingwww.highlandwrestling.com

Highland Youth Soccer Clubwww.hysc.org

TBAA - Timber Birch Athletic AssociationSoccerwww.tbaa.net tbaanet@hotmail.com

Timber Creek Jr. Wrestlingwww.timbercreekjrwrestling.com

Triton Jr. Wrestlingwww.tritonjuniorwrestling.com

Gloucester Township Girls Athletic AssociationThe G.T.G.A.A. is currently involved in the Basketball Program forgirls age 8 to 18, with games scheduled in the evenings during theweek in local schools. Other Programs upcoming:

GIRLS SOFTBALLRegistrations for girls age 6 to 18 will be held Friday, February 5(6-7 P.M.), Saturday, February 13 (1-3 P.M.), Monday, February22 (6-7 P.M.), Wednesday, March 2 (6-7 P.M.) at the GloucesterTownship Municipal Building. SAVE $10 and Register on Feb 5!!EXPANSION OF TRAVEL PROGRAM FOR 2016! More travelteams including NEW 10-U team! GT travel teams best in SouthJersey with many championships over the years and great playerdevelopment. Superior intown program with three divisions toallow for player growth and full participation! Games are playedmostly at Highland and Lewis Schools and at Lakeland, as well asTimber Creek HS. Interested Travelling Players are urged to reg-ister early to take advantage of special clinics and attend all teamplacement tryouts. All girls program with great girls-only training.NEW MEMBERS WELCOME - adults needed to help in presea-son planning! No rush season- lots of preseason practices.Opening Day set for April 24. Intown Season done before end ofJune. Special pitching and catchers clinics now being held - con-tact the GTGAA via email.

CHEERLEADINGRegistrations for the 2016 “Wildcats" Competition CheerleadingProgram will be held at the Municipal Building on Wed, April 27 (6-7:30 P.M.) and Sat, May 1 (10-11 AM) for girls currently 1st gradeto 9th grade. As many squads as needed will be formed. NewMembers Welcome...the Wildcats make cheerleading a sport - nota sideline show. Some coaches will be needed - interested expe-rienced High School/College Cheerleaders should contact theGTGAA Hotline.

All girls are welcome in all sports. Financial issues are no prob-lem - all kids that want to play, should play. Special arrangementsand considerations are made.

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION contact the G.T.G.A.A. Hotline at227-3083. Also visit the website www.gtgaa.org or e-mailPresident Chuck Palumbo at gtgaa@yahoo.com. Watch forSummer Basketball and Summer Volleyball in early June and FallSoftball and Volleyball at the end of Summer!

All Gloucester Twp. Sports leagues areindependent organizations. Pleasecontact each league directly for any

information.

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RECYCLING IS THE LAW...All residents are reminded that recycling is mandatory statewide. By removing recyclable from the regular trash flow, we help save ourenvironment and save tax dollars that would otherwise be spent on trash disposal fees.

HOW TO RECYCLERecycling carts are collected every other week at curb side. Use your cart space wisely, compress and flatten recyclables to maximizecart space. Cardboard must be broken down and placed vertically in cart or the cart may not entirely empty. All recyclable material mustfit in cart with the lid closed in order to be picked up. All containers should be empty and rinsed. Any recycling material left outsiderecycling cart will not be collected by the automated truck. Any oversized cardboard that cannot be broken down, call the GTMUA fora scheduled pick-up.

WHAT TO RECYCLEGLASS CONTAINERS that were previously used for food or beverages. The containers may be clear, brown, or green glass, but donot include: auto glass, ceramics, drinking glasses, window glass, mirrors and light bulbs.METAL CONTAINERS refers to aluminum, tin or bi-metal food and beverage containers, but do not include: aerosol cans, coat hang-ers, paint cans, pots, pans or scrap metals.PLASTIC CONTAINERS/CARTONS that only display the plastic class #1, #2, #4, #5 & #7 recycling triangle on them. Thesecartons/containers could have been used for food, juice, milk, soda, water, and laundry detergent, but do not include: anti freeze or autooil containers, children’s toys, flower pots, laundry baskets/buckets, plastic bags, plastic plates or utensils, styrofoam and vinyl. Plasticshopping bags can be returned to many stores for recycling.RESIDENTIAL PAPER refers to newspaper and all of its inserts, catalogs, chipboard (beer & soda cartons), cereal boxes, computerpaper, envelopes, gift boxes, greeting cards, junk mail, magazines, non-metallic wrapping paper, office paper, paper toilet/towel rolls,phone books, shredded paper, text books (without hard covers) and work books. Also, all types of flattened/cut down corrugated card-board (so cart will completely empty) that are not waxed or coated are recyclable. Do not include: foil or wax coated cardboard (icecream containers and frozen juice cartons), napkins, paper cups, plates, tissues and towels. Please note: continue to put shreddedpaper in brown paper bag and staple closed, so it will not blow out of cart into the street while unloading.

RECYCLING CONTAINERSResidential properties that need an additional 96-gallon recycling cart are available for $35.00. Multi-family dwellings are entitled to anadditional cart at no charge. Carts are only available through the GTMUA. All carts are the property of Gloucester Township and mustbe left at your house if you move. Recycling carts used for any other purpose other than recycling, will be confiscated. Please, do notput any markings on your cart as it is Township property; each cart has an identification number and a RFID tag that corresponds withyour address. Your old yellow recycling buckets may be used for brush/yard debris or grass/leaves pick-up. Residents may also dropthem off at the GTMUA or Public Works Department.

TBAA SOCCER The Timber Broadmoor Athletic Association (T.B.A.A.) will beholding Soccer Registration beginning in December, for its Springin-town Intramural Program (ages 4 through 8) which begins inearly March. TBAA is a volunteer, non-profit association foundedin 1964 and today has over 800 players participating in ourIntramural and Travel programs.

T.B.A.A. has always strived to provide a fun, pressure-free envi-ronment for our recreation players who are just starting out ontheir long soccer career. T.B.A.A.’s Intramural Program is open toboys and girls aged 4 to 8. Our goal is to teach good fundamen-tal soccer, ball skills, sportsmanship and teamwork, all in anenjoyable, non-competitive atmosphere. To maximize playerdevelopment, we offer small sided games (3 v 3) and (4 v 4) asendorsed by the United States Soccer Federation. There is alsofree, professional instruction provided by our travel team trainersfor all participants.

To get more information or to register online, visit our website atwww.TBAA.net. There may also be limited openings in our trav-el program for the spring season. If you have any questions aboutour travel program, please email us through the website, or at:tbaanet@hotmail.com.

GLENDORA GIRLS ATHLETIC LEAGUEThe Glendora Girls Athletic League (GGAL) is a girl’s fast-pitchsoftball program. Established over 30 years ago the GGAL is oneof the oldest and original girl’s athletic associations in GloucesterTownship.nThe GGAL offers a softball program for girls ages 4thru 18. Our practices and games are held at Glover SportsComplex located in Glendora on Evesham Road. We are mem-bers in the United Girls Softball League (UGSL) and the SouthJersey Girls Softball Association (SJGSA) allowing us to offer acompetitive recreational travel program.

Programs Ages Travel StatusPetites 5-6 Travel (UGSL)Rookies 7-8 Travel (UGSL)Minors 9-10 Travel (UGSL)Majors 11-12 Travel (UGSL)Juniors 13-15 Travel (UGSL)Seniors 16-18 Travel (SJGSA)We have programs in Spring & Fall and participate in local tourna-ments. 2016 Season scheduled to begin in April. 2016 SeasonRegistrations every Saturday in February at the Glendora VFW11am til 1pm (11th & Central Ave).

Like us on FacebookVisit us our Website GGAL.ORG

EMAIL: fastpitch@ggal.org

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QUESTIONSRepublic Services 856-234-4000Trash Collection

GTMUA 856-227-5665 or 227-8666Grass clippings and leaves (weekly 3/15-10/31)Recycling every other week

GT Public Works 228-3144 or 228-4000, Ext. 5101No collections on FridayAir conditioners, freezers, refrigerators, white goods, elec-tronics can be dropped off or call for pick upBrush, Dirt/Sod & Garden/Lawn Debris (weekly)Leaves (weekly 11/1-3/14)Grass (weekly 11/1-3/14)

GTMUA SCREENED COMPOST & TOPSOIL - For deliveryto GT residents and businesses at wholesale prices, call usat (856) 227-5665 or (856) 227-8666.

OTHER RECYCLABLESGRASS CLIPPINGS will be collected as follows: 3/15-10/31 - GTMUA collects WEEKLY on the same day of week as your regular recy-cling day. Put clippings in a yellow recycling bucket, two handled container, a compostable brown lawn bag or a trash bag left untiedat the curb. Maximum weight for each bag or container is 40 pounds with a maximum of 20 bags per week. 11/1-3/14 - GTPW collectsEVERY WEEK on your regular recycling day with the exception of Friday which will be picked up on Thursday. GTPW will not accepttrash bags. Please note: grass clippings generated by a commercial landscaper will not be collected. LEAVES will be collected as follows: 1/1-3/14 - GTPW collects EVERY WEEK on your regular recycling day with the exception of Fridaywhich will be picked up on Thursday. 3/15-10/31 - GTMUA collects WEEKLY on the same day as your regular recycling day. Put leavesin a two handled container, a compostable brown lawn bag or a trash bag left untied at the curb. Maximum weight for each bag or con-tainer is 40 pounds with a maximum of 20 bags per week. 11/1-12/31 - GTPW collects according to the fall leaf schedule. Residentsare reminded to rake their leaves to the curbside only during the fall leaf schedule. STUMPS are collected every 3-4 weeks. Residents are to notify the Public Works Department at 228-3144 prior to pick-up.BRUSH must be cut into 4ft lengths and tied into bundles not to exceed 50 pounds (as per Ordinance). Brush will be collected by PublicWorks every week on your regular recycling day with the exception of Friday which will be picked up on Thursday. SOD & GARDEN/LAWN DEBRIS must be in a separate brown lawn bag or container from grass/leaves. This collection by Public Worksis every week on your regular recycling day with the exception of Friday which will be picked up on Thursday. Make sure any bucketused, has two handles and is no larger than 32-gallons. Keep brush/debris separate from grass clippings and leaves.FIREWOOD residents are to notify Public Works at 228-3144 prio to pick-up.

ELECTRONICS: Waste Management Act makes it mandatory to recycle all electronics. Household electronics may be dropped off atthe Public Works building. Public Works drop off hours are 8am-4pm, Monday - Thursday. Proof of residency required. WHITE GOODS: refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, washers, dryers, water heaters and air conditioners are collected everyWednesday. Residents should call Public Works by Tuesday at 4pm to schedule a Wednesday curbside pick-up. Remove the doorsof all appliances prior to leaving at curbside.MOTOR OIL, CAR BATTERIES AND ANTI-FREEZE, may be brought to the Public Works Department.CONCRETE, BRICK OR RUBBLE a limited amount may also be disposed of at Public Works, but there is no curbside pick-up of thismaterial. Residents must show the office personnel proof of Township residency and job-site verification.

SPECIAL WASTE includes automotive liquids, chemicals, fuels, household cleaners, paint related products (oil paints), pesticides andsolvents. These hazardous materials cannot be disposed of with your regular trash. The Camden County Division of EnvironmentalAffairs will take your hazardous materials. Please check their website; camdencounty.com or call (856) 858-5241 for their locations anddrop-off dates. One will be held in Gloucester Twp at Camden County College. Water based only latex paint (cleans up with soap &water) can be disposed of in your regular trash once it’s dried out. To achieve the drying out technique; put a strong plastic bag in acardboard box, then place kitty litter or sand into the plastic bag. Pour the water based paint into the plastic bag. If needed, add morekitty litter or sand. When the paint is dried out, tie the plastic bag and discard into the trash. When the inside of the empty paint can ishardened, you may dispose of it in the regular trash with the lid off.Syringes & Needles DO NOT RECYCLE. Use a needle clipper (from pharmacy). After clipping off the needle put in an old coffee canor detergent bottle and seal original lid shut with duct tape. Write on container, “syringes-do not recycle” and throw in trash.Medication may be disposed of at the Police Station. They have a mail box slot that is to be used to discard unwanted medications.

TRASH COLLECTION will continue on the present schedule. Residents are urged to follow the same collection guidelines as before.If you have any questions call Republic Services, 234-4000. Only two (2) tires per household with the metal rims removed, will be col-lected on your weekly trash day. Sinks and Toilets will be picked up at curbside on your weekly trash day.

Frequently Asked QuestionsHow should I set my cart out for collection?Carts placed on the curb must be no more than 2ft from street. If placedin street; wheels should touch the curb. Residents in cul-de-sacs shouldplace their carts far enough away from the curb so the truck’s 12ft col-lection arm can reach. Arrows on lid must be pointing towards street.Cart must be at least 5ft away from any obstacles. Automated collectionrequires a 15ft overhead clearance, keep cart away from low hangingtrees and wires. Don’t overload your cart, lid must be fully closed. Cartsmust always be on level ground (no snow or leaf piles).

Can the recycling cart be returned?No, it is the law to recycle so residents may not return the cart.

Can I paint my cart or change my cart lid?No, the carts are Township property. The lid may not be removed.

Can I use a different cart or bucket?No, only recycling carts issued by the Township may be used.

R E C Y C L I N G D A Y S   F O R   2 0 1 6Check the schedule to determine your designated recycling dates. Recyclables will be collected every other week. Yourrecyclables must be put out no earlier than 4pm the day prior to collection, but no later than 5am on the collection day.There will be no recycling collection on the following Holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, LaborDay, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Recyclables will be collected on the following work day for those holidaysonly. All other recycling collection days in the holiday week stay the same (Do not wait an extra day). The Holidays aboveare in parentheses and the alternate collection date follows the arrow; (holiday)>collection date.

MONDAY 1: Black Horse Pike (from Front St. to Evesham Rd.), Evesham Rd. (from Rt. 41 to Randy Rd.), Fernwood, Glendora,Whitebirch. Jan. 4, 18; Feb. 1, 15, 29; Mar. 14, 28; Apr. 11, 25; May 9, 23; Jun. 6, 20; Jul. (4)>5, 18; Aug. 1, 15, 29; Sep. 12, 26;Oct. 10, 24; Nov. 7, 21; Dec. 5, 19.

MONDAY 2: Broadmoor West, Black Horse Pike (from Rt. 42 overpass to Front St.), Chews Landing Rd., Echo Park, Glen Oaks, HiderLane, Hilltop, Kingswood Estates, Knights Bridge, Laurel Springs Gardens, Little Gloucester Rd. (from Chews Landing Rd. to HiderLane), Lower Landing Rd. (from Rt. 42 overpass to Black Horse Pike), Old Black Horse Pike, Oxen Hill, Pine Run, Pristine Farms, St.James Court, Village of Chews Landing. Jan. 11, 25; Feb. 8, 22; Mar. 7, 21; Apr. 4, 18; May 2, 16, (30)>31; Jun. 13, 27; Jul. 11, 25;Aug. 8, 22; Sep. (5)>6, 19; Oct. 3, 17, 31; Nov. 14, 28; Dec. 12, (26)>27.

TUESDAY 1: Asten Ridge, Asten Woods, Brittany Woods, Cobblestone, Country Aire, Cross Keys Rd. (from Johnson Rd. toWilliamstown Rd.), Debbie Court, Felicia Court, Gloucester Chase, Gloucester Farms, Jarvis Rd. (from Sicklerville Rd. to WilliamstownRd.), Johnson Rd., Kingsgate, Lake Renee, Mayfair Meadows, Mayfair Woods, Meadowbrook, Mill Ct., Mulberry Station, Pine Glen,Reserve at Cobblestone, Revere Run I, Sicklerville Rd. (from Cross Keys Rd. to Jarvis Rd.), Spring Hollow, Spring Valley, Twin Streams,Valley Stream, Village of Cross Keys, Williamstown Rd. (from Cross Keys Rd. to Jarvis), Woodhill, Woods Edge. Jan. 5, 19; Feb. 2, 16;Mar. 1, 15, 29; Apr. 12, 26; May 10, 24; Jun. 7, 21; Jul. 5, 19; Aug. 2, 16, 30; Sep. 13, 27; Oct. 11, 25; Nov. 8, 22; Dec. 6, 20.

TUESDAY 2: Breckenridge Village, Brookwood, Cottage Gate, Country Oaks, Cross Keys Rd. (from Williamstown Rd. to Kearsley Rd.),Danbury Park, Dresden Downs, Erial Clementon Rd., Forest Ridge, Gable Court, Hickstown Rd. (from Little Mill Rd. to Jarvis Rd.),Jarvis Rd. (from Williamstown Rd. to Kearsley Rd.), Kearsley Rd., New Brooklyn Rd., Persia Court, Point Pleasant Farms, Sawood,Sturbridge Oaks, Senators Walk (Sweet Briar Woods), Wye Oak Village. Jan. 12, 26; Feb. 9, 23; Mar. 8, 22; Apr. 5, 19; May 3, 17,31; Jun. 14, 28; July 12, 26; Aug. 9, 23; Sept. 6, 20; Oct. 4, 18; Nov. 1, 15, 29; Dec. 13, 27.

WEDNESDAY 1: Ballantree, Catalina Hills, Evesham Rd. (from Randy Rd. to Englewood Dr.,) Trace Dr., Timberline, Wilson Tract,Somerdale Rd. (from McKinley Ave. to Warwick Rd.) Jan. 6, 20; Feb. 3, 17; Mar. 2, 16, 30; Apr. 13, 27; May 11, 25; Jun. 8, 22; July6, 20; Aug. 3, 17, 31; Sept. 14, 28; Oct. 12, 26; Nov. 9, 23; Dec. 7, 21.

WEDNESDAY 2 :Autumn Court, Broadmoor, Charles Ave, Chewswyck, Eyres Place, Lampost Ln, Morgan Hill Estates, Somerdale Rd.(from Chews Lnd Rd to McKinley Ave.), Somer Hill, Spring Ridge Court, Sterling Estates, Stonegate, Woodbridge. Jan. 13, 27; Feb.10, 24; Mar. 9, 23; Apr. 6, 20; May 4, 18; Jun. 1, 15, 29; Jul. 13, 27; Aug.10, 24; Sep. 7, 21; Oct. 5, 19; Nov. 2, 16, 30; Dec. 14, 28.

THURSDAY 1: Ashford Glen, Brantley Way, Chestnut Glen (Highland Village), Clementona, Davistown Rd. (from Rt.42 underpass toErial Rd.), Dunleigh, Four Seasons (Reserve at Forest Meadows), Garwood Rd., Grenloch, Grenloch Little Gloucester Rd., (CollegeDr.), Hickstown Rd. (from Sicklerville Rd. to Erial Rd.), Lambs Terrace, Marcia Ct., Mimosa Ct, Morningstar Ct., On the Green, PeterCheeseman Rd., Raintree, Revere Run II, Sicklerville Rd. (from Jarvis Rd. to Rt. 42 overpass), Stonebridge, Terrestria, Westfield Chase,Williamstown Rd. (from Jarvis Rd. to New Brooklyn Rd.), Woodshire, Wyntree. Jan. 7, 21; Feb. 4, 18; Mar. 3, 17, 31; Apr. 14, 28; May12, 26; Jun. 9, 23; Jul. 7, 21; Aug. 4, 18; Sep. 1, 15, 29; Oct. 13, 27; Nov. 10, (24)>25; Dec. 8, 22.

THURSDAY 2: Blackwood Clementon Rd. (from Little Gloucester Rd. to Laurel Rd.), Briar Lake, Broad Acres, Cameron Circle,Cherrywood, Daystar, Deer Park, Downs Ave., Erial Rd. (from Garwood to Little Gloucester), Fox Chase, Greenbriar, Hickstown Rd.(from Erial Rd. to Little Mill Rd.), Hidden Mill, Kelly Driver Rd., Lamotte Court, Laurel Hills, Laurel Wood Estates, Little Mill Rd.,Millbridge, Murray Hill Estates, Rosegate, Southgate Woods, Quail Hollow, Westgate Woods, Windmill Dr., Winter Hill, York Terrace.Jan. 14, 28; Feb. 11, 25; Mar. 10, 24; Apr. 7, 21; May 5, 19; Jun. 2, 16, 30; Jul. 14, 28; Aug. 11, 25; Sep. 8, 22; Oct, 6, 20; Nov. 3,17; Dec. 1, 15, 29.

FRIDAY 1: Amber Ct., Blackwood, Blackwood Estates, Black Horse Pike (from Grenloch Little Gloucester Rd. to Clementon Ave.),Church St. (and all off streets), Davistown Rd. (from Blackhorse Pike to Rt. 42 underpass), Fanelli Lane, Grenloch Manor, Lakeland Rd.,Liberty Park (Blackwood Manor). Jan. 8, 22; Feb. 5, 19; Mar. 4, 18; Apr. 1, 15, 29; May 13, 27; Jun. 10, 24; Jul. 8, 22; Aug. 5, 19;Sept. 2, 16, 30; Oct. 14, 28; Nov. 11, 25; Dec. 9, 23.

FRIDAY 2: Almonesson Rd., Black Horse Pike (from Clementon Ave. to Rt. 42 overpass), Blenheim, Blenheim Farms, Brooklyn Ct.,Coles Hill, Coles Rd., Erial Rd., (from Little Gloucester Rd. to Blackwood Clementon Rd.), Highland Park, Foxboro, Glen Eagles, GoodIntent Rd., Little Gloucester Rd. (from Hider Lane to Erial Rd.), Lower Landing Rd. (from Almonesson Rd. to Rt. 42 overpass), PetersWalk, Players Place, Tall Oaks, Timber Cove, Valley Brook, Woodmill Pond. Jan. (1)>4, 15, 29; Feb. 12, 26; Mar. 11, 25; Apr. 8, 22;May 6, 20; June 3, 17; July 1, 15, 29; Aug. 12, 26; Sept. 9, 23; Oct. 7, 21; Nov. 4, 18; Dec. 2, 16, 30.

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