COLUMBUS CORNER: April 17

by Packet Media Group
The Columbus Grange will be serving a ham dinner on Saturday May 3rd at 6 p.m. For advanced reservations, call Claudia Teal at 609-324-0729.
   Tickets are $15 for adults and $6 for children. All proceeds will benefit the continued building improvements at the Grange Hall.
   The Grange is located at 88 Atlantic Ave. in Columbus.
   The Parent Teacher Student Connection of the Northern Burlington Regional School District invites the community’s senior citizens to be their guests at the 10th annual “Seniors Prom.” This dinner dance will be held on Saturday, May 3 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the high school auditorium (500 building) at 160 Mansfield Road East, Columbus.
   While there is no charge for this event, tickets must be obtained in advance. Contact Elizabeth (Penny) Major at 609 758-0143 or email us at [email protected].
   Space is limited so early sign-up is encouraged. The PTSC looks forward to seeing you there.
   The Wesley United Methodist Church at 24573 East Main Street, officers an alternative worship service on the fourth Saturday of the month at 7 p.m. All are welcome to come and pray, praise and fellowship with us. Fellowship and refreshments follow the service.
   For more information, contact Maryann Wolverton at 609-298-3461.
   Plans are under way for the 76th consecutive Columbus Field Day to be held on Saturday, June 14. As in the past, the day will begin with a parade through the village of Columbus at 11 a.m. followed by activities in the park.
   Planning and carrying out the day of the parade/field events takes much energy and if there were more folks helping even if it is a small part, this would be appreciated.
   Residents and friends are welcomed and encouraged to attend the next planning meeting on Tuesday, April 8 at 5 p.m. in the Municipal Complex, 3135 Route 206, Columbus.
   Ideas are also welcomed and can be sent to our e-mail address at [email protected].
   The Wesley United Methodist Church at 24573 E. Main St. will host a free Kids Club for children in kindergarten to eighth grade Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. through May 22.
   Activities will include crafts, music, games and Bible stories plus special events.
   The Mansfield Township offices are at 3135 Route 206 South, Columbus.
   Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
   For more information, call 609-298-0542.
   The Columbus Grange, located at 88 Atlantic Ave. in Columbus, will be hosting a ham supper on Saturday, May 3 at 6 p.m. Tickets are $15 adult and $6 child (age 6-12).
   Reservations must be made by calling 609-324-0729. Also the Grange will have a spring plant sale that same day starting at 4 p.m. Come early or pre-order for the best selection of locally grown vegetable, bedding and potted seasonal plants – all great for Mother’s Day gifts.
   Consider hosting the next big event at the Columbus Grange.
   The historic site can be rented for bridal showers, baby showers, birthday parties and more.
   Call 609-379-2080 for more information.
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