Medford, New Jersey is a great place to live for a number of reasons. 

Great people, excellent location and one of the best school systems in the country. 

Best of all, Medford has a small town charm where local businesses are the norm and people develop long lasting friendships with one another.  Youth sports, school activities, festivals and the local lakes, beaches and pools enable people to connect with one another all year long.

There are a few of the larger chain-style businesses, but they are the exception rather than the norm.

Our school system is excellent, our students consistently do very well compared to the national averages and youth sports are very popular. Whether you or your children are into swimming, lacrosse, football, baseball, basketball, wrestling or any number of the sports and activities, Medford, NJ has a thriving team become a part of.

If you’re an entrepreneur or work-from home business person, Medford is full of networking opportunities and you’ll be able to connect with other like-minded people who share your passion for business, sales, entrepreneurship and more.

Geographically, Medford, NJ has a great location.  Filled with lakes and small beaches itself, Medford is also only 30-45 minutes from the Jersey shore.  Medford is also only 15 miles or so from Philadelphia and an easy commute to New York city via train.  In fact, Medford has a many residents who work in Philadelphia and New York City, commuting to work each day and returning the quiet, secluded environment of Medford in the evening.

Medford is also rich in History and sponsors several great family-style festivals throughout the year.

As a child or teenager, Medford really does offer the best of many words.  Excellent schools, sports teams, and friend building opportunities.  As an adult or parent, Medford has an equal number of benefits including business and entrepreneur friendly environments, close proximity to major cities like Philadelphia and New York City, and close proximity to leisure activities including local lakes and beaches and the Jersey shore.

Wrap all these things up and you have a great place to live and raise a family.  We’d like your opinion as well.  Think Medford is great or have another favorite place to live?  Leave a comment and let us know!

It’s not often that I get excited about the launch of a new community site, but this one really caught my eye. 

The site is www.tipd.com and it is a brand new site that provides the social and community aspects of sites like Digg that center around the financial sector.  With the global economy facing some extreme challenges www.tipd.com is perfectly positioned to provide a source of news and information, in real time, for financial, business and investment minded people.

After going through the site for awhile, I really think this is a great idea and a service that is sure to be useful to a lot of Medford residents.

The site has a great look and feel, with easy navigation and cover of all the important areas concerning business and finance:

• Commodities
• Economy
• Green
• Private Equity and VC
• Stocks
• Currencies
• Funds and EFTS
• Personal Finance
• Real Estate
• Tech

Check them out, I’m sure you’ll want to bookmark them to you social/community sites of interest.

Historic Medford Village Association is seeking Food Vendors, Entertainers and Volunteers for our “Spectacular” Dickens Festival. 

We are now accepting applications for food vendors, musicians, entertainers, Carolers, strolling Dickens characters for our annual “Spectacular” Dickens Festival.

The festival is scheduled for Saturday December 6, 2008 from 6:00pm to 9:30 pm. (Rain Date: Sunday December 7, 2008 from 3:00-6:30) Festivities will take place along Historic Main Street.

The Historic Medford Village Association has made some recent changes in leadership. They are very pleased to announce they have made a few exciting changes to the Festival. “A Must See” They are anticipating this event to be one of our best. You don’t want to miss it!

For more information about this “Spectacular” Dickens Festival or to obtain an application please contact Betsy Hudson or Julie Scott at 609-714-8811 or via email info@medfordvillage.com

*This press release was created by the Historic Medford Village Association.  MedfordNJ.com is not associated with with the Historic Medford Village Association, and offers this information as a service to our readers.

Foodies and families will be in their glory when 18 Medford area restaurants dish out their menu favorites at Taste of Medford on September 20, from noon to 3:00 pm at Freedom Park, Jones Road and Old Marlton Pike, Medford, New Jersey.

The all-you-can-eat event provides fun for the whole family with music, games, rides and kids’ treats. Three live bands will keep feet tapping and more than 40 local businesses will display their wares.

Participating restaurants include ShopRite of Medford, Izzie’s Eatery, Lamberti’s Cucina, LB Daniel’s, Let’s Dish, Medford Leas, Mexicana Rose, Mulberry Tea House, Piezano’s, PJ Whelihan’s, Roselli’s, Saladworks and Zinc Café. Cookiepalooza, Reily’s Candy and Kettle of Nuts will serve up treats, Starbuck’s will provide coffee and Canal’s Wines Unlimited will pour non-alcoholic beverages. Local businesses will showcase their wares and offer fun give-aways for the whole family.

The event, presented by Zallie’s ShopRite of Medford, features horse-drawn wagon rides, pony rides and hayrides from Johnson’s Corner Farm. Face-painting, coloring contests and dog agility demonstrations will please the younger set. Jennifer Mylod & the Boys of County O’cean, the Merchant Street Dixieland Band and saxophone virtuoso Jim Riddle will keep people stepping to Irish, traditional New Orleans and mellow jazz tunes throughout the afternoon. Coles Roberts will entertain all ages with his famous Jersey Jerry antique apple peeling demonstration.

Taste of Medford is a project of the Medford Business Association. Sponsors, in addition to Shop Rite of Medford, include Sterling Bank, Jantek Industries, LLC, Beneficial Bank, Dynamic Flooring, Medford Ford, Lakes Appliance & TV, Keller Williams Realtors and Medford Mini-Storage.

Keepsake wristbands that serve as admission tickets can be purchased in advance at the Medford Recreation Department in Cranberry Hall (behind the Township office building at 17 North Main Street).

The cost is $12.00 for adults and $5 for children 3-12. Toddlers and infants are free. At the door the cost will be $15 for adults and $5 for children. Freedom Park is located at Jones Road and Old Marlton Pike, one block off Route 70 in Medford.

For more information call 609-654-5382.

As the nation pauses to reflect on the destruction, the courage, the countless heroes and the unforgettable impressions of the day seven years ago that forever changed our country, the Medford Township Council has planned an observance at Medford’s Freedom Park beginning at 7:00 pm on Thursday, September 11, 2008. 

Freedom Park is located at 86 Union Street, one block south of Route 70.  (In the event of inclement weather, the observance will be held in the Courtroom in the Public Safety Building, located across the street from Freedom Park at 91 Union Street)    

As a part of Medford’s remembrance, reflection and response to the life-altering events of September 11th, the Medford Cultural Arts Commission (MCAC) erected a permanent September 11th Memorial tribute in Freedom Park in 2002. 

The memorial is comprised of a bronze sundial,permanently mounted on a natural boulder bearing a plaque inscribed with the words "September 11, 2001 REMEMBER, REFLECT, RESPOND" which was the theme of the remembrance program held in Freedom Park on the first anniversary of this national tragedy when this memorial was dedicated.

In recognition of the seventh anniversary of 9/11, this year’s observance will feature remarks by members of the local clergy and public safety officials, a wreath laying ceremony.

Directions to Freedom Park can be found here.

More information may also be obtained by contacting the Medford Recreation Department at 609-654-2512.

CONTACT:   Beth Portocalis

(609) 654-2512

An interesting array of trips is being offered July through September by the Medford Senior Center, which is housed in historic Cranberry Hall. All of the trips will depart by school bus at 9:30 am from Bob Bende Park, located on the north side of Route 541, and will return at approximately 3:30 pm.

On July 9th trip participants will begin the day with an all inclusive breakfast at the famous Mastoris in Bordentown. They will next travel to Princeton to visit Drumthwacket, the official home of the governor of New Jersey. A guided tour will include six of the historic mansion’s public rooms which showcase New Jersey’s cultural heritage including its art, history, architecture and antiques. Guests are welcome to stroll through the gardens following the tour. The fee for transportation and the tour is $15 with $12.50 being collected the morning of the trip for the breakfast.

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September 5th, 2008

Mount Construction, Inc. will host its 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament, which benefits charities and individuals throughout the area.

The tournament will be held at the Buena Vista Country Club, in Buena, NJ on September 5th, 2008.

Each year proves to be a great event, and this year will be no exception.  In years past Mount Construction has donated directly to a families in need, but this year Mount has formed a Charitable Foundation which allows them to contribute even more to numerous charitable events and organizations.

If you’re interested in finding out more, or to contribute please visit www.MountConstruction.com

Medford Business Association
9th Annual Golf Outing for Scholarships
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Medford Village Resort & Country Club, Medford
Monday, September 15, 2008
Registration Begins at 11:00 AM
Golfers Just $175.00
Includes: Lunch, Golf, Cart, Awards Dinner!!!

For information or to register contact:
Ann Harriett 609-654-2035 or
email aharriett@harriettsoil.com

When talking about convenience, nothing beats being able to shop online for groceries, deciding on a time to pick them up, driving up to the store and having them delivered right to your car.  You don’t even have to get out to pay for them. 

For mother’s with children, this is truly a major convenience in not only time, but also in saving the extra money you would undoubtedly spend for all the odds and ends your children pull off the shelves as your cart goes by.

For many years, the Zallie Family has generously donated food and products and resources to the residents of Medford and the surrounding community.

Within the last year ShopRite has started an online shopping service called ShopRiteFromHome, which can be found on the ShopRite.com website. A Customer can easily place their shopping order online and select a time slot for their pick-up, come to the store and never get out of their vehicle.

Upon arrival, a store associates comes out to the car to take your payment and the groceries are placed in the trunks.

Now that’s convenient!

On September 21, 2008 engines will be roaring as riders from all over the tri-state area tour through scenic Burlington County.

The American Red Cross of Burlington County was looking for a special event that was a little different, said Mike Giletto, Executive Board Member & Sponsor, thus we present: MOTORed - “HONORS OUR NEIGHBORS”.

Beginning at Cater 2U on Marne Highway in Mt. Laurel, the riders who register, for $30 a bike will receive a MOTORed T-shirt, Ride for the Red lacquered pin, and a great time. The poker run will lead off with the new Red Cross Emergency Response Vehicle that will be used extensively in emergencies.

The new ERV will be escorted by the New Jersey State Police. Motorcycle Units from various towns, including Burlington City, will be riding along with us and assisting with traffic. The Thunder will roll down Marne Highway and on through to Pemberton Lake with stops for refreshments.

Concluding on the grounds of Cater 2U with a BBQ. Live entertainment provided by YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR, Muscle car show- Exotic car show –Antique bike show, announcement of the Grand Prize winner along with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places of the poker run. Be on hand for a wings & hot dog eating contest plus other prizes and chances to win donated items.

Antique and Custom bikes will be on display with trophies for best custom, touring, sport, cruiser, chopper, antique bike, and overall people’s choice. There will also be many vendors with a variety of related material.

Registration is easy. You can either call 856-235-3032 and ask for Mike, or register online at http://www.motoredridenj.com-a.googlepages.com

You can also register through the Chapter by calling 609-267-9595 ext. 105 and asking for Arlene and a registration form. Pre-registration is reduced to only $25 per bike; all military personnel (active or retired) are only $20 per bike. Buffet is $9.00 per person and $4.00 for kids 10 and under. Don’t miss this historical event!