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Merchantville Co-op Meeting

Please join us at our first meeting to discuss our volunteer priorities and needs and determine working groups for the Merchantville grocery co-op. We will be gathering in the Pennsauken Public Library Community Room, 5605 N Crescent Boulevard, on Sunday, April 28th from 4:00-5:00 to continue the planning stages for the food co-op we envision for Merchantville and neighboring towns. Food co-ops are independent, community focused,

Let's Talk Food Co-ops

We’re launching a local food co-op. Please come on board! Need a convenient way to do your weekly shopping without leaving town? Want to source local, fresh food year-round? Eager for an affordable grocery option that’s also right down the street? Sick of spending gas driving to pricey Whole Foods, Wegmans, Mom’s Organic, or Reading Terminal Market? Tired of waiting for summer weekends to hit a farmers market three towns away? So are we!

First Friday Market of 2025

The Market Off Centre is kicking things off and returning to The Mile starting on Friday, May 2nd and we can’t wait to see everyone! The path is newly lit between Eclipse and The Station as the Volunteer of the Year Award winning Market Off Centre team embarks on this 2025 outdoor season. Come snag some plants for your garden from Eclipse Brewing, a jar of IE Merchantville’s very own maple syrup or stop by the Sustenance Exchange Food Co-op informational table to chat with these volunteers about how

2025 Market Call for Vendors

We’re back with your favorite first Friday night markets for the 2025 season in just two months! The "Market Off Centre" is returning to The Mile starting in May and we’re gearing up to offer you some of the best local vendors and a monthly night to look forward to - full of all kinds of fun. Applications are open and interested vendors can complete this Google Form to participate. Please note that participation is not guaranteed at the completion of this application. If you are accepted you will be contacted by the Market Off Centre team.

Latest News

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;

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