By Peg Dotson
The Willitts-Hogan-Tonne American Legion Auxiliary Unit 39 of Roebling recently held its installation of new officers for the upcoming year at the post home. The following officers were installed: President Betty Wargo, First Vice President Joan Horn, Second Vice President Linda Talpos, Secretary/Treasurer Pat Stojinski, Chaplain Gloria Wilson, Historian Margo Mattis and Sergeant at Arms Maryann Lathrop. The auxiliary will still meet on the second Tuesday of the month starting at 7 p.m. in September at the post home on Fourth Avenue. If anyone would like to become a member, call membership chairman Maryann Lathrop at 609-499-2829.
The Willitts-Hogan-Tonne American Legion Auxiliary Unit 39 would like to congratulate Past Unit President Margo Mattis upon her installation recently to the position of president of the Burlington County American Legion Auxiliary Executive Board. The installation was held at Post 39 with a dinner before the installation. The installation was conducted by Department (State) President Charlene McConville of North Cape May. After the installation, the Burlington County Chaplain conducted a memorial service in which all deceased members from this year were remembered. Unit 39 lost two members this year — Mary Bintliff and Mary Abrams. Unit 39 is proud of their members who have stepped up and held the position of county president — Elsie Hoffman, Margaret Stecker Ciliento, Mary Trainor, Eleanor Lizenbold, Debbie Burr, Gladys Lord, Maryann Lathrop (twice) and Pat Stojinski. The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and the SAL State conventions were held in Wildwood in June. Unit 39 was represented by six delegates — Margo Mattis, Betty Wargo, Pat Stojinski, Maryann Lathrop, Joan Horn and Terry Coulter. Post 39 was represented by Steve Anderson. Kevin Mattis represented the SAL’s from Post 194.
The Florence Township Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 will be holding a hoagie and meatball sandwich sale on Friday, Aug. 8 from 11 a.m. until they sell out and Saturday, Aug. 9 from 11 a.m. until they sell out. The price for a sandwich is $7, which includes a beverage and a bag of chips. Advanced orders are welcome by calling 609-499-6016 or by sending a fax to 609-499-6059. Delivery is available locally. The sale will be held at the firehouse on 401 Firehouse Lane, Florence.
The Roebling Museum will host its fifth annual car show July 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Along with a wide array of cars, trucks and street rods, this year’s show includes antique fire trucks and safety vehicles and a free Home Depot kids workshop. Families will also have the chance to see and learn about the latest in fire fighting equipment and safety from the Florence Township Fire and Police Departments and the Burlington County Sheriff’s Department. Included in the $5 admission to the show is access to the Roebling Museum. The rain date for the event is July 27. For more information, call the museum at 609-499-7200 or visit www.roeblingmusuem.org.
In 1995, the Roebling Volunteer Fire Company No. 3 began a very successful community golf outing. In 2006, the Florence Township Fire Company No. 1 and Florence Township Police Officers Association (FOP Lodge 210) combined to continue the tradition. Each year over 150 people support and enjoy the tournament.
Through the generosity of golfers and sponsors, they were able to establish the Richard Yurcisin Florence Township Emergency Services Award. This $500 award is given each year to two graduates of Florence Township Memorial High School who will continue their education in some type of community service profession.
This year, the golf outing is scheduled for Aug. 16 at Hanover Golf Club with a new starting time of noon.
A $50 donation for a small custom made sign or golfing in the tournament will greatly assist them to continue the scholarship program.
For more information, call Stephen “Fuzzy” Fuzekas at 609-209-6873.
Children ages 5-10 are invited to the Florence Township Library on July 17 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a “Fizz, Boom, Read Story Time.” Kids will hear interesting stories about adventures with science and then make a craft and enjoy a treat. Call 609-499-0143 or stop by the Florence Township Library to register for this program.
The library is also hosting its first annual “Summer Scavenger Hunt” for kids of all ages. Clues will be handed out weekly and prizes will be awarded. Sign up at the circulation desk. The program runs through Aug. 14.

