Crier Column 7/10: Heatwave! Squirrels Nest crochet workshop and tea party; Free Jiu Jitsu women's seminar; Blue Moon Theatre auditions

 WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, 2024

Looks like we have a new Town Crier in the making!
(Photo courtesy of Autumn Angelus)

Hear ye, hear ye! O yez, o yez!

A fantastic Fourth of July celebration is in the books, and Woodstown really knows how to do it right. Head over to Woodstown's July 4 Parade Facebook to see the fantastic photos by Steve Barry. Again, thank you to Andy Ware for organizing the events and fireworks at the Salem County Fairgrounds, and thanks to the organizers of our wonderful parade for another patriotic success!

As we settle into summer, there seems to be a bit more heat than usual. To stay safe in these heatwaves, and to recognize the signs of heat-related illness, click here to learn about heat preparedness on Ready.gov.

Also, Happy Half-Year! The Woodstown Crier and the Crier Column have had a very successful first six months. Here's to the next!

COMMUNITY

CROCHET CLASSES: The Squirrel's Nest is hosting at Beginner Crochet Workshop. This is a four-week course that runs July 13, 20, 27, and August 3. Classes are 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will be instructed by Anna Klinman. The cost is $100/person. Reservations are required. Payment must be made to reserve a spot. Students can pay in store or Venmo @Jennifer-Carll-Simon.Payments are not refundable or transferable if the class remains as scheduled.

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TEA PARTY: The Squirrel's Nest will host a Fairy Garden Tea Party on July 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The cost is $25/person or $40 for two guests. Crafts will be made! Reservations are required. Payment must be made to reserve a spot. Students can pay in store or Venmo @Jennifer-Carll-Simon.Payments are not refundable or transferable if the class remains as scheduled.

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GIRL POWER: Freedom Jiu-Jitsu in the Pilesgrove Shopping Center is hosting a free Women's Self Defense Seminar on Saturday, August 17, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Skill taught will be: Situational awareness 👀, Jiu Jitsu basics 🥋, escapes from common types of attacks 💪🏻, and the importance of follow up and continuing education 📚. Click here to sign up.

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FARMER'S MARKET: There will be a Farmer's Market held on October 19, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The organizers are seeking vendors with vegetables/fruits, pumpkins/plants, cornstalks/flowers, breads, honey, crafters, and quilters. Contact Linda Fritz at LAFritz@Yahoo.com.

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DANCING & DRINKS: The new Woodstown Pub Off Main (formerly Theo's Tavern attached to the Woodstown Diner) is hosting Line Dancing every Wednesday at 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Happy Hour is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. with drink specials. No cover charge for dancing or happy hour.

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YOGA FOR KIDS: Join Bee Inspired Yoga for a fun summer-themed kids yoga class. Sessions are 45 minutes each with ages 3 - 6 at 9 a.m. and ages 7 - 13 at 10 a.m. Cost is $5 per child (cash/venmo). Studio is at 25 N. Main Street. Please bring a mat if possible.

ENTERTAINMENT

THEATRE: Oakwood Summer Theatre continues its 2024 season with "Madagascar Jr." at Salem Community College's Davidow Hall. Wednesday, July 10 at 7 p.m., Thursday, July 11 at 7 p.m., and Friday, July 12 at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m..  Tickets are $10 and available for purchase from a cast member or at the door. Cash only.

More about "Madagascar Jr." ...

Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. follows all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.

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AUDITIONS: "Psycho Beach Party" at the Blue Moon Theatre on July 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m The Blue Moon Theatre is seeking five male-presenting actors and six female-presenting actors for this fun production. Performances are October 18 - 27, 2024. Click here for more.

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AUDITIONS: "The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams at the Blue Moon Theatre. Director Bryan Hagelin is seeking two male-presenting actors (LGBTQIA+ preferred) for the roles of Tom Wingfield and Jim O'Connor. Please send a virtual submission containing at 2-4 minute monologue to Bryan Hagelin brhagelin8@gmail.com and cher@bluemoontheatre.com. Performances are in November 2024. Character breakdowns:

Tom Wingfield, (LGBTQ actor preferred), Amanda’s son and younger brother of Laura. Tom is an eager poet and works in a shoe warehouse to support the family. He lives with frustration by the numbing routine of his job and escapes from it through movies, literature, and alcohol.

Jim O'Connor (The gentlemen caller) is an acquaintance of Tom and Laura Wingfield. Once a popular athlete in high school, now works as a shipping clerk at the shoe warehouse where Tom works. He is devoted to goals of professional achievement and ideals of personal success.

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THEATRE: The Blue Moon Theatre presents "Little Shop of Horrors" on September 20, 21, 27 and 28 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, September 22 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $25. The cast was just announced and features Nicholas Renna, Rachel Grodek, Greg Hanmell, Tyler Kulik, Taye Hopkins, Aimee Ferenz, Celeste Daesy Moon, Shabria Moore, and Andrew Fralinger. Click here for tickets.

SPORTS

Another successful athletic academic season is in the books. Congrats to ALL the 2023-2024 athletes and their outstanding achievements for Woodstown. We'll be back to reporting on sports in September 2024.

FALL SPORTS: 2024 Fall Sports Registration is now open. Registration will close on Thursday, July 25, 2024. Please read the directions carefully as the Physical Forms have changed. Click here to sign up for Fall Sports.

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The Woodstown Athletic Department website, a hub for all things Woodstown High School sports, can be found here.

SCORES

SCHEDULE

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GOVERNMENT

Woodstown Borough Council and Pilesgrove Twp Committee meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.

WEATHER

FRIDAY: Storms (65%) High of 81F, low of 71F.

SATURDAY: Storms (55%). High of 88F, low of 71F.

SUNDAY: Storms (40%). High of 90, low of 71F.

Forecast: Clouds and sun throughout the week with temps reaching into the upper 90s again. 35% chance of storms on Thursday. Next weekend, possible break in the heat wave.

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