BORDENTOWN JOTTINGS: Aug. 9

Tues., Sept. 11
   Friends for the Marsh plan a Canoe/Kayak paddling trip on the Crosswicks Creek (Mercer Co) at 10 a.m. This is a shuttle-less 14-mile trip with the tide from Bordentown to Anchor Thread Park in Groveville, and return to Bordentown after lunch. Kayaks must be 12 feet or over. Meet at Bordentown Beach, end of Park Street. Bring lunch and beverage. Rentals are not available. Contact leaders to confirm trip and participation: George & Leona F 609-259-3734, or [email protected].
Sat., Sept. 15
   Community Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Senior Community Center Grounds in Bordentown Township.
Wed., Oct. 17
   The Friends of St. Mary’s School, in order to raise money for the school, is planning a bus trip to Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe, Pa., on to see the show “King Henry & The Showmen: King Henry’s Anniversary Comedy Special.” Each of the members sings and plays many different instruments, as well as having comedy routines. A sit-down family style hot meal is included. There will also be a stop at the World’s largest General Store. Price is $85 per person. For more information and to make reservations, call Dolores at 609-291-1193 or Joe at 609-298-4396.
Sat., Oct. 20
   The Old City Hall Restoration Project Committee (OCHRP) of Bordentown City holds The Painted Classroom Desk Auction at 7 p.m. with an auction preview beginning at 6 p.m. d at The Old City Hall, 11 Crosswicks St.
Tues., Oct. 23
   Bordentown Township Seniors Club is sponsoring an overnight trip to Dover Downs Casino, Dover, Del., on Tuesday, Oct. 23 and Wednesday, Oct. 24. The cost is $175 per person twin and $245 per person single. The trip includes one buffet breakfast, one buffet dinner, $30 in slot play, pool and exercise facilities, transportation and driver gratuity. For reservations and information, call Dot Sherman via 609-298-4737.
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   The Bordentown Township Senior’s sponsor a trip to Bally’s Casino every third Tuesday of the month. The cost is $25 and the return is $20. Please be at the Seniors Center by 8:30 a.m. and the return home is 6 p.m. For information and reservations call Chuck Klosinski at 298-2688 or Carol Panella at 298-4235. The club meets the first and third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Senior Community Center on Municipal Drive. Call 609-298-4396 for information. All township seniors age 55 and older are welcome.
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   Bordentown Elks Lodge 2085 has bingo every Tuesday night at 7:15 p.m.. Doors open at 5 p.m. There is a progressive jackpot, and food is available for purchase. The lodge has sandwich night every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Price is $6 per person. Lodge 2085 hosts a breakfast the third Sunday of every month from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. All proceeds benefit the Special Children’s Committee.
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   St. Mary’s Senior Citizens Club meets the second Monday of the month at 1:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Parish Center, 45 Crosswicks St., Bordentown City.
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   Community members who have children who will be 5 years old on or before Oct. 1, 2012, are asked to visit www.bordentown.k12.nj.us to download registration information or contact either Clara Barton Elementary School or Peter Muschal Elementary School to obtain a packet. Reach Clara Barton Elementary School at 609-298-0676, ext. 3102, or Peter Muschal Elementary School at 609-298-2600, ext. 4100, for information or by visiting www.bordentown.k12.nj.us.
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   Parents who suspect that their child is slow in developing language, social, motor or cognitive skills may be eligible for the Bordentown Regional School District’s preschool disabilities program. Contact the Child Study Team at 609-298-0025, ext. 1135, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
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   Bordentown Regional School District is offering a full-day, tuition-based early education program for children aged 4 or older. Burlington County Community Action Program is being accepted. Contact Louise Sullivan at 609-298-0025, ext. 1129, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. for information.
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   The Dorothea Dix Unitarian Universalist congregation of Bordentown City offers classes for children every Sunday at 10 a.m., 39 Park St. The teachers lead the children in a range of activities exploring the ethical and spiritual tenets of the Unitarian Universalist beliefs. Contact the group via www.ddixuu.com.
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   Every Wednesday night, St. Mary’s hosts a $1,000 bingo at 30 Elizabeth St., Bordentown City. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Call Tony at 609-540-9017 for information.
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   Church school classes for preschool through high school youth are being held at Christ Church, 130 Prince St., Bordentown. All are welcome to join. Call the parish office at 609-298-2348 or visit cctown.com to register.
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   St. Mary School, 30 Elizabeth St., Bordentown City, has established a fund-raiser Market Day where roasts, snacks, breakfasts, lunch and meals for families can be ordered. Visit www.marketday.com to place an order and choose St. Mary School as the pickup location. St. Mary School receives 10 percent of the purchase, according to a press release. The pickup day is the first Wednesday of every month from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the school hall. E-mail Mary Miles at [email protected] to place an order.

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   Beginning September 2012, St. Mary’s School will offer a program for 3- year-olds twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The full day program, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., costs $245 per month; the half day program, from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. costs $195 per month. Registration fee is $50. Call St. Mary School for details or registration information via 609-298-1448.
   
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