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2023 Music Fest

Merchantville's 2023 Music Fest was postponed in September due to inclement weather and will take place on Saturday, October 28th from 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the downtown. This FREE annual festival draws a large crowd to our wonderful town to enjoy a day of music and fun. This year will mark our 10 year anniversary. We have 5 bands, a DJ, food trucks and an event wide beer garden lined up so, mark your calendars. The Merchantville Music Fest would not be possible without the generous support of our many community and local business sponsors: Erin Lewandowski - Sound and

Join the Gators

For over 60 years, Woodbine has offered families like yours not just the pools to play in, but a home away from home for the summer. Opening Day at Woodbine Swim Club is Saturday, May 27th, and their Memorial Day Weekend Hours are Saturday: 11 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Sunday: 12:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Monday: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. The Woodbine has been described as a "hidden oasis". Nestled off the hustle and bustle of Maple Ave., the club has been home to its members since 1958.

Garden Prep @ Wellwood

Continuing one of IE Merchantville's small action, edible garden projects for the 4th year in a row began today with a lot of weeding, laying of barrier paper and adding topsoil and compost in hopes of making the 2023 growing season along the tennis court wall at Wellwood Park a successful one. Joan Brennan and her grandson, Jack, worked to clear the brick perimeter planter of leaves, weeds and debris before prepping the area with a fresh layer of nitrogen enriched topsoil. Already blooming at the sunny end

Symposium Held at MCC

Thank you to everyone who attended The Legacy Foundation's first Symposium for Business Leaders - The Art of Scaling your Business - at Merchantville Country Club this week. Legacy is a vibrant nonprofit behavioral health organization with services throughout New Jersey and this event was sponsored by 1st Colonial Community Bank. A special shoutout to our committee and panelists Kevin Dougher, of Johnson Kendall Johnson, Bill Evans, of Liberty Fox Technologies, and Peter Cordua of HBK CPAs & Consultants.

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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;

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