Joe Robinson, a resident of Medford, NJ and the head of coach of the Lenape High School Wrestling Team is predicted to reach his 100th career win against Triton High School, scheduled to take place tomorrow January 25, 2012.

Wrestling starts at 4:00pm at Lenape HS, Medford NJ. Robinson and his Lenape team will IRONICALLY be wrestling Triton HS, which is where Robinson started making a name for himself as a successful head coach for their varsity wrestling team.

Coach Robinson brought the Triton program from zero to top 20 in the short 4 years that he coached there.

Now in his 5th year at Lenape he continues to grow as a coach and mentor to the talented group of wrestlers passing through Lenape’s program.

CONGRATULATIONS JOE AND GOOD LUCK!

Restaurants in Medford, NJ have come and gone but there are a few main stays that are definitely town favorites.  I’ll list out some of my favorites, including some new ones, but the list is by no means exhaustive.  I would really like your opinion, what you like or what you don’t like!

Ott’s Medford

Ott’s is a local favorite, with decent food, great service and local bands throughout the week.  Wings are great, as are the sandwiches and salads, and they even have Ott’s Tots (which are tater tots smothered in Chile and cheese).   http://ottsrestaurants.com/pages/medford/menu

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Canal’s Bottlestop in Martlon is hosting it’s 2nd Annual Charity Wine Tasting Event

Friday, October 28th @ the Mansion on Main Street in Voorhees, NJ

Please join us for our Annual Charity Wine Tasting next Friday, Oct. 28th at the Mansion in Voorhees (3000 Main Street, Voorhees, NJ 08043).

Tickets are available now!

For more information please visit our website www.CanalsWine.com (center main page), call (1-800-327-5054) or email us: canalsmarlton@msn.com!

VIP tasting starts at 5:00 pm ($150/person), regular tasting starts at 6:30pm ($75/person). There will be plenty of food and great wines! Charity is benefiting YMCA’s “The Strong Kids Campaign”.

If you would like to have your tickets mailed to you please call us immediately so we can send them on time! Cash, checks and all major credit cards are accepted. Thank you everyone for your continuous support every year! Your presence is much appreciated!

Medford Recreation Sponsoring Annual Holiday Bus Trip to New York City

The Holidays would not be complete without a trip to New York City. Join us on Saturday, December 10th  to take in all of the sounds and sights that make the Big Apple so special this time of year. The charter bus will leave from the Bob Bende Park Building at 9:00 am. Passengers will be dropped off close to Times Square, where they will be picked up again at 6:45 pm, arriving back in Medford by 9:00 pm.  The time in NYC is yours to do with as you wish.

Tickets for Broadway shows can be purchased in advance or they can be purchased at a discount the same day at the ticket booth located in Times Square. The Fee for deluxe motor coach transportation is $30.

Register early for this trip, as seating is limited and goes quickly.  For more information about the trip, contact the Medford Recreation Department located at 17th North Main Street on the second floor of the Municipal Building), visit www.medfordrec.com , e-mail recreation@medfordtownship.com , or call (609) 654-2512.

Major Donor Gives “Medford Celebrates” a Boost

Challenges Other Businesses to Step Up

Medford Celebrates, Inc., a non-profit group of Medford residents, is trying to raise money through donations to finance an Independence Day celebration and fireworks for next year because of the Township’s budget constraints.

It’s a tough haul because the economy has impacted businesses and their willingness to contribute.
But Bob Wagner, managing partner of Braddock’s Tavern and Ott’s Restaurant in Medford, wants none of that whining. He just donated $5,000 to jump start the drive with the hopes other businesses will follow suit.

Wagner is challenging businesses throughout the township to step up and contribute to reach the $40,000 needed to cover the July 2012 celebrations.  “All the things that make Medford great, such as its family activities, are in jeopardy because of lack of funds. We can’t let that happen,” says Wagner, an active player in civic affairs. “These events are critical to Medford.”

Medford Celebrates, with a core of 15 volunteer Trustees, knows that unless they can raise funds through donations– giving taxpayers a break – the July celebration in 2012 will not happen. The celebrations in 2010 and 2011 were cancelled because the township couldn’t come up with the money. That in fact led to their new organization, “Medford Celebrates.”

“We don’t want the traditions in Medford to die. They are an integral part of the community and its one of the reasons families settle in Medford,” says Robert Egan, president of Medford Celebrates, an IRS certified non-profit foundation.  “We need everyone’s help and  dollars,” said Egan.  “We know it’s tough out there but think about what you could make happen with your contribution,” he added.

The non-profit is not only looking for donors and sponsors, it also hopes that it can attract more volunteers. People have been donating in small amounts, but it is missing the larger contributions businesses can make.

Medford Celebrates’ website is www.medfordcelebrates.org .   The website gives people and businesses the opportunity to contribute or volunteer.  Or email info@medfordcelebrates.com   for more information.

On October 5, The Philadelphia Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, teaming up with NFL Alumni Philadelphia Chapter Cheerleaders and UnitedHealthcare of Pennsylvania, launched the organization’s first-ever viral video, created to generate breast cancer awareness on a worldwide stage, as well as raise significant funds to empower the local and global breast cancer movements. Cindy O’Barr, resident of Medford, was one of more than 130 former NFL cheerleaders who made the “Team Ra-Ras Kick Breast Cancer” come to life and is now part of the viral video sensation that generated more than 300 views within the first two hours of officially being launched.

Set to “Do You Remember” by Pop and R&B sensation, Jay Sean, Philadelphia-based UnitedHealthcare of Pennsylvania is the exclusive sponsor of the video and will donate 10 cents to the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate each time it is viewed online, up to a total of $100,000. The goal is to drive at least 1 million views of the video before the end of this year. Everyone is encouraged to participate by viewing “Team Ra-Ras Kicks Breast Cancer” at www.KomenPhiladelphia.org/Video.

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Medford has several nice sushi restaurants and a few more not too far outside of Medford as well.  The newest is Peter’s Sushi Cafe, on Route 70 across from Medford Ford (where Piezano’s Pizza used to be).  The food is great, the staff is always warm and inviting and it has become my new favorite sushi restaurant.  I’ve been there several times, and always have a great meal.  It’s a BYOB establishment, so remember to bring your libation of choice.

They have the usual favorites along with some specialty rolls that should suit just about anyone’s sushi tastes.  They also offer tempura dishes, and some delicious appetizers like spicy rock shrimp tempura and gyoza.

Be sure to check them out, let them know you read about them on MedfordNJ.com!   Visit them online at http://peterssushicafe.com/

On Sunday, January, 31, 2010, the third Winter Fever Toy Show will take place from 10:00am to 4:00pm at the Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel, 515 Fellowship Road N, Mount Laurel, N.J. ( Between I-295 & N.J. Turnpike exit 4 off of Route 73 ) Admission is $5.00 and Children under the age of 12 are free. 9:00am Early buyers $10.00. Free parking. Door prizes. An indoor all weather event.

The toy show will feature over 140 tables of new, antique, and collectible toys for sale from unique toy dealers from the region. The show promises to have a diversity of toys from 1900′s to the present such as Gi-joe, Barbie, Diecast Vehicles, Science Fiction, Horror, Space Toys. Action Figures. Dolls. Transformers and much more. Toy collectors should not miss this show. For information on attending or participating, call: 856-302-3606. Our web site: www.toyshows.org or www.myspace.com/toyshows.org has more information on this show and our 1st Delaware Winter Antique Show on Febuary 21, 2010 at the Nur Shrine Temple, in New Castle, Delaware

Medford Announces Calendar Contest Winners

The Medford Township Council is proud to announce that the following photographers will be featured in the 2010 Medford Township Municipal Calendar: Denise Bush, Al Celenza, Melissa Ciecierski, John Ciecierski, Patrick Connolly, Denise DiPace, Doreen Frake, Albert D. Horner, Richard Lewis, Richard H. Musgnug, Andrew Schipke and Bill Troy.

A long-standing effort by the Township Council and administration to provide residents with information on Township services, the annual Calendar is the result of dedicated work by Township employees from each Department who assemble and compile the information that is mailed to every address in Medford each December.   In order to enhance the Calendar, the Township Council asked the Cultural Arts Commission to provide artwork featuring Medford artists and or scenery.

Thirty-five photographers submitted 91 photos to “A Call for Photography” contest sponsored by the Medford Cultural Arts Commission earlier this year.  Each photographer submitted a maximum of three digital images taken in Medford Township within the last two years. Entries were then judged by two jurors. This year’s judges were Central Record’s esteemed photographer David Borrelli and photographer, Louis Dallara.  Louis is a winner of the 2009 Calendar contest. Both judges are residents of Medford.

A reception at the Medford Arts Center (MAC) at 18 N Main St in Medford is being planned in honor of the winners.   Members of the public will be invited.

The winning photographers have been invited to display their original calendar photographs at the MAC beginning October 16, 2009 through January 16, 2010.  A continuous slide slow of all entries will be on view during the reception.

Two “top” photos out of the 14 winners will grace the front and back covers. These featured photographers will be announced at November’s reception.

In addition to honoring the winning photographers, the winners of the Medford Cultural Arts Commission’s recent Poetry Contest will also be honored.  For more information please contact the Medford Township Recreation Department at 609-654-2512 or MAC  609-654-6033 or write medfordartsinfo@aol.com.

CONTACT PERSON- Tracey Femiano, 609-654-1855

Medford Honors Poets…A Contest

The Medford Cultural Arts Commission invites poets in Burlington County to participate in its Second Annual Juried Poetry Contest, an event established to give recognition to the literary arts.  Winners will be selected based on excellence of poetry.  Monetary awards will be presented to the top three outstanding poems selected.  Poets submitting the top ten poems will be honored at a reception and poetry reading at the new Medford Arts Center later in the fall.

Entering poets must be a resident of Burlington County and at least 18 years of age.  Any form of poetry or subject is acceptable. All submitted work must be original, the work of the poet entering the contest and not previously published.  Up to three poems may be submitted by each entrant. 

All entries must be typed and presented in hardcopy (no e-mailed entries).  An entry form must accompany all entries.  Poet’s name must not appear on typed copy of poem for judging. There is no fee for entry.  

All entries must be received no later than Thursday, October 15, 2009, and accompanied by an application form.

Contest guidelines and application are  available online on these websites:   Medford Arts Center (MAC) www.ArtsinMedford.org or Medford Township www.MedfordTownship.com.  They may also be picked up at the Medford Township Recreation Department (2^nd floor), 17 North Main Street in Medford during regularly scheduled hours or at the MAC when it reopens for the season on September 12^th.  Questions may be directed to the Recreation Department at 609-654-2512 or e-mail:  culturalarts@medfordtownship.com.

Members of MCAC, FMAC and Employees of Medford Township and their relatives may participate but are not eligible for prizes or awards.

CONTACT:  Elsa Williams

609-953-0805