on or about May 12, 2025 on East Park Avenue from Centre Street to E. Chestnut Avenue. During the road work access to the Park Ave "triangle" parking lot will only be accessible via Centre Street. East Park Avenue between Centre Street and Franklin Avenue will be under construction through early September. Please follow all posted detours and parking modifications during the work. And please continue to patronize all of our downtown businesses. They will remain open and ready to serve throughout the project!
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County Awards Millions in Road Repairs
On Thursday, May 8th, the Board of Commissioners kicked off a historic investment in roads, bridges, storm water drainage and other aspects of infrastructure throughout the county. Several major projects are underway in the 2025 construction season like the $13 million rebuild of Kings Highway and the upcoming construction of Haddon Avenue in Camden City, a project slated to cost approximately $17 million. In Merchantville a Camden County road project, designated as East Park Avenue Improvements, will begin
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Valentine Night Party
Shop Where Your Heart Is! Several of your downtown shops - Aradia's Treasures, Heartfelt Creations, Flowers Your Way, Brotherly Love Creations and The Hunter Gallery will gather at Nicole Nurthen Photography, 2 East Maple Avenue in Merchantville for an entertaining evening on Friday, February 6th. Bring your friends, family and significant others to this event. Save by getting your spot early. Prices listed are per person but you can just walk in/watch for free unless we sell out with advance tickets. This event will run from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Restaurant 1793 Eyes Spring Opening
According to South Jersey's Food Scene Merchantville is poised for an exciting addition with the upcoming opening of Restaurant 1793, a contemporary American tasting-menu restaurant set to debut this spring at the former Park Place Cafe, 7 E. Park Ave. The intimate new concept, led by Chris Bennett, chef de cuisine at Collingswood’s highly regarded June BYOB, promises a refined yet approachable fine-dining experience offering six courses with a seasonal focus. In addition to its tasting menu format,
Art Reception Planned
Eilanarts Center invites you to join them on January 30th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. for the art reception of their current show "The Shape of Color". This show features local artists including center owner, Nicole Eiland, and others: Beth Fisher, Alison Judah, Kerry Mentzer, Nathan Rutkowski and Leeannwyn Stoner. This show runs from December 20th through February 28th. The Station also welcomes you to join them for an authentic Swiss cuisine Fondue Pop-Up Dinner.
Robertitos Bids Farewell
On January 3, 2026, Robertitos Cuisine, on the Merchantville Circle, announced that they would be moving to a larger location and thanked our community for their loyal support. His letter reads as follows: "From the bottom of our hearts, thank you. For the past 5 incredible years, our Merchantville, NJ location has been filled with love, loyalty, and unforgettable moments because of YOU, our friends. Your support has meant everything to us
Calvary Celebrates 132nd
Calvary Baptist Church, located at 14 Spruce Street in Merchantville will celebrate their 132nd Anniversary with a "Fellowship Day" on Sunday, January 25, 2026. Festivities will start at 11:00 a.m. with a service by The Rev. Dr. Anthony C. Talton and the Congregation from Mt. Olivet Baptist Church of Haddonfield, NJ followed by words from Dr. Darryl Jones, Sr. and the Congregation of the 2nd Baptist Church from Bristol, PA. Dinner will be served between services
Wishing Happiness & Health
As we all step into 2026, people everywhere look forward to fresh beginnings, new hopes, and brighter opportunities. Merchantville Online wishes that 2026 will bring peace, success, happiness, health, and endless smiles to everyone. Some of our wonderful restaurants and pubs will be open on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day to help you ring in 2026. The Blue Monkey Tavern will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. on New Year's Eve and
Book Your 2026 Event Today!
Looking for an indoor space to host your gathering this season? The Merchantville Community Center has a few remaining openings in both our Ballroom Level and Lower Level for early 2026. Ballroom Level Capacity: 140 guests with seating - for up to 128 - and is currently available on these dates in 2026: all Fridays in January, Sunday, January 25th; all Fridays in February, Saturday, February 14th and 28th and Sunday, February 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd;