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All CategoriesAmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real LivesaverAriana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When... Read more...February 2012 at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistrySpecial at the Burlington Center Mall Ministry February 2012:The Prayer Table (Saturdays February 4, 11, 18, 25 1-6 pm) God’s help is available; Look for volunteers... Read more...Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Burlington, New Jersey with AmericanTowns Burlington Volunteer Guide!On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Burlington County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and... Read more...AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Burlington organization has never been easierIf your nonprofit group in Burlington is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when... Read more...Weekend Activities in and around BurlingtonGive yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy... Read more...Eat Local! Great Resources in the Burlington areaWhat’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts New Jersey’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made... Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Burlington in a Tough MarketPurchasing a home in New Jersey is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. Recent... Read more...An Invitation to our Burlington Community: BLOG ON!Since this site is all about Burlington, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough TimesBrandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give... Read more...Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in New JerseyPining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a New Jersey Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to call... Read more...Photo Op What We’re Made Of' Presentationfrom:Fountain Woods Elementary SchoolLocal McDonald’s® Owner/Operator, Nick Fenerty, will visit Fountain Woods Elementary School to speak with more than 60 parents and teachers about McDonald’s nutrition. ... Read more...Race for the Hungry Holiday 5KThe Burlington Township Food Pantry is a charitable organization with a mission of no family that lives, works, or worships in Burlington Township should go hungry. As such, the... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her StudentsTeaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach... Read more...December 2011 at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistrySpecial at the Burlington Center Mall Ministry: December brings opportunities to encourage your soul and your spirit! Gift Wrap at BCMM provided by area churches and individuals.... Read more...Burlington Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving... Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Burlington Election Information and Polling PlacesPresidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Burlington elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all... 1 comment Read more...Burlington County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Burlington CountyLocal Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Burlington County New Jersey area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the... Read more...Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for New Jersey NJNew Jersey Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in New Jersey. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at the... Read more...Share and Celebrate Local Green InitiativesAmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Burlington and across the country. With... Read more...Find New Jersey Corn Mazes - Get lost in a New Jersey haunted Halloween corn maze this season!Imagine entering a giant puzzle … one that's tall, green and full of surprises. This is the experience of a New Jersey corn mazes and it's a great, old-fashioned way to have... Read more...Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for New Jersey NJWe have the best New Jersey apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of New Jersey. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and apple farms... Read more...Back to School for Burlington - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and moreHey, Burlington! Forget the pencils and backpacks: time to gather up school supplies of a different kind! Start the school year off right - and with more sanity - with the... Read more...Special At The Burlington Center Mall Ministry September 2011from:Burlington Center Mall MinistrySpecial this month:Young Adults: Set Free and Living Transformed (Wednesdays Sep 7 & 21, 7-9 pm) For adults (ages 18-30) to discuss concerns faced by this current generation... Read more...August 2011 at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistrySpecial at the Burlington Center Mall Ministry August 2011:Reduced operations this month as we pray and prepare:The Prayer Table (Saturdays August 6, 13, 20, 27 1-6 pm)... Read more...Burlington Township 10Us Capture 2011 Mt. Laurel Summer Slam Titlefrom:Burlington Township School DistrictThe Burlington Township 10 Year Old Baseball team, was succesful in winning the 2011 Mt. Laurel Summer Slam Baseball Tournament recently. The tournament was held Jun... Read more...July at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistryYoung Adults: Set Free and Living Transformed (Wednesdays July 6 & 20, 7-9 pm) For adults (ages 18-30) to discuss concerns faced by this current generation from a biblical... Read more...Mall Ministry Open House and Worship Arts Exhibitionfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistryBURLINGTON TOWNSHIP, NJ -- To celebrate thirteen years of caring in the Burlington Center Mall, the Burlington Center Mall Ministry will be holding a Worship Arts Exhibition on... Read more...June 2011 at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistrySpecial at the Burlington Center Mall Ministry June 2011:Teen Boys Group: (Mondays June 13 & 27, 7-8 pm) For boys ages 11 to 15Young Adults: Set Free and Living Transformed... Read more...May 2011 at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistryBurlington Center Mall Ministry Worship Arts Exhibition & Open House (Friday June 3, 7-8 pm @ JC Penney’s Court.) Come celebrate our anniversary with live music, dance and... Read more...Inaugural Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonyfrom:Burlington Township School DistrictBurlington Township Hall of Fame Committee Announces the First Burlington Township Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees.Burlington Twp, NJ---The Burlington Township Athletic Hall Fame... Read more...Burlington Township School District News - April 07, 2011from:Burlington Township School DistrictBurlington, NJ - Over the past year, the Burlington Township Police Department, Burlington Township Fire Departments, Endeavor Emergency Squad, Mediccal Examiner’s Office and... Read more...Make a difference in Burlington! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunityYou want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Burlington area and around... Read more...April 2011 at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistrySpecial at the Burlington Center Mall Ministry April 2011:The Lounge (Fridays April 1 & 15, 7-9 pm) A place where teens (ages 12-18) can hang and learn about the Lord Jesus... Read more...Harlem Globetrotters Visits Local Elementary School To Spread C.H.E.E.Rfrom:Burlington Township School DistrictThe Harlem Globetrotters will visit the Fountain Woods School to spread some C.H.E.E.R to fourth and fifth grade students. This character education program stands for... Read more...March 2011 at Burlington Center Mall Ministryfrom:Burlington Center Mall MinistrySpecial at the Burlington Center Mall Ministry March 2011: The Lounge (Fridays March 4 & 18, 7-9 pm) A place where teens (ages 12-18) can hang. Free snacks, video games,... Read more...The Burlington Township High School Cheerleaders Win 1st National Champion in the Statefrom:Burlington Township School DistrictBurlington, NJ – On Sunday, February 13, 2011, the Burlington Township High School Cheerleaders won the National cheerleading title at the UCA National Cheerleading competition... Read more...Twelve Visions Party of New JerseyThe Twelve Visions Party of New Jersey Announces Its 3rd State Convention on March 19, 2011 ... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to GrowBev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns HomeOn April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership SkillsReilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land MinesKristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially... Read more...Hurricane Irene is heading towards New Jersey, Take ShelterWith its trajectory bound for the eastern seaboard, Hurricane Irene could strike North Carolina’s Outer Banks as early as Friday night, with at-risk areas including... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to CaringFor some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing SchoolsDr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on... Read more...AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for PatientsLeslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Allan Barsema Builds Life Recovery PlansThe dictionary definition of a carpenter is someone who "builds or repairs wooden structures or their structural parts," which is akin to what Allan Barsema helps do... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Marlene Perez Is An Award-Winning VolunteerOver the years, Marlene Perez has been commended for her many contributions to her political party as well as her country. As an active Democrat she was recently honored... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Teresa Berg Takes Pictures That Get Animals Placed in HomesTeresa Berg is a photographer with an eye for the beauty within. She takes everyday subjects, like children and animals and transforms them into extraordinary images to be... Read more...AmericanTowns Heroes: Steve Wampler Climbed a Mountain So Kids With Disabilities Could Go to CampSteve Wampler is wheelchair-bound due to Cerebral Palsy, but he doesn't allow that to define him. As he says on his website, rockonsteve, he's moved past his disability to a place... Read more... |








