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November
News & Events |
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there is something happening for everyone! |
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New Trail Bridge Afoot in
Runnemede Lake Park |
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Building Bridges |
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The bridge building in RLP began with a temporary patchwork of dilapidated palette boards scattered across a span of muddy terrain — and a vision for something better. |
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| Runnemede resident and long-time supporter of Reimagine Runnemede,
Ed White (gray shirt), volunteered to lead the work crew on a series of builds. Here, Ed and Ken Leap, President of Reimagine Runnemede, frame out the beginnings of a permanent 50-foot boardwalk. We all owe a debt of gratitude to Ed for volunteering and overseeing the bridge build providing access to the 18-acre park.
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A perfect day for bridge building — thanks to the spectacular October weather and a motivated crew. Photo: (left to right): David Steinberg, VP Reimagine Runnemede, Ken Leap President Reimagine Runnemede and Deb Schmidt, RR volunteer, waving in the background. We would also like to thank Council President Patti Passio for helping secure the grant — we hope we can secure the permits needed so we can use the remaining grant money to build the other bridge that crosses the creek. Want to pitch in on the next trail bridge build?
For more info click link below. |
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Ed organized and supervised the work crews over 2 weekends to get the job done including
4 students from Triton High School. A great community effort — all done by volunteers! |
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VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR BUILDING THE NEXT TRAIL BRIDGE |
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New Park Signs Installed |
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Reimagine Runnemede volunteers Deb Schmidt and Patrick Chilcote
joined Ken Leap in installing new signs in Runnemede Lake Park. |
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1000 Spring Bulbs Planted
at Labyrinth Peace Park |
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Volunteers gathered at the labyrinth and planted close to 1000 “Glory of the Snow” bulbs. The planting was timed to bloom for the Spring Equinox on March 20, 2023. |
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The ground was surprisingly hard considering we had a week of rain a few days before. Trowels gave way to a pickax to get the job done. |
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The next step is encouraging the woods to "reforest" in a swath between the labyrinth and the basketball courts. We are looking for a planting crew to
transplant seedlings from the woods. To volunteer call David Steinberg at 856-383-5325.
Come join us! |
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ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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Reimagine Runnemede
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“Re-Imagining Black Horse Pike” |
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Things are looking up for our Black Horse Pike Business District. First, Runnemede has a new Chamber of Commerce. AND NOW, MORE EXCITING THINGS ARE COMING!
The Community Design Collaborative (CDC) - part of the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) - is partnering with Reimagine Runnemede to offer their Pro Bono Design and Consulting Services for BHP (Black Horse Pike) businesses from NJ TPK Exit #3 to Clements Bridge Road. In 2019, Runnemede Council designated this area a 'Redevelopment Zone’ and specifically set aside money as part of the Facade Grant Program whereby matching grants up to $5,000 can be provided. The CDC will be looking at the entire corridor of the BHP as a unit to explore how we can make this part of town a destination, instead of a pass through for over 20,000 vehicles per day. We will be working with the Borough, the Chamber of Commerce, and residents to figure out how we all can Re-Imagine the BHP to make it an exciting and lively place that attracts people to spend their time here with us. After all, aren't we worth it? |
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We’re Expanding Our Board
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There’s a lot of excitement happening in Runnemede. The future is bright! To build on this momentum, we want to expand our Board of Directors to include all of the civic and faith based groups in town. Help us plan for our bright future! We need the assistance of everyone in town not only for Re-Imagining the Black Horse Pike, but also for our town's 100th Birthday coming on 4/24/2026 - in conjunction with our Nations 250th Birthday! RUNNEMEDE IS BURSTING WITH EXCITEMENT! If you serve in any of the groups listed below, we need your ideas, your insights — let your imagination flow. There is no better time than now to volunteer! Working to Create Our Future is Fun! GROUPS: RYAA, Runnemede Public Library, Police and Fire Departments, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Runnemede Board of Education, students from Triton High School, Trinity Lutheran Church, Mt. Cavalry Union Church and Holy Child Parish (If I missed your group, let me know!) |
Information: David Steinberg, VP / Reimagine Runnemede
856-383-5325 / steinberg.david07@comcast.net |
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Play Runnemede Rewards! |
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Everyone can WIN!
Just get 6 initials to win a prize.
Prizes include GIFT CARDS to local
businesses, mugs and more! |
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Here’s how to play the ‘Rewards Game’: |
1. Print out this card or pick up a card at a participating business. 2. Ask the clerk to initial the block that corresponds to their business 3. Get 6 initials - text, call or email Cathy to claim your prize: 609-685-9266 or Catherine@runnemedechamber.com
Everyone is welcome to play! |
You do NOT need to be a Runnemede resident.
* Game ends on November 26th |
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Last year, Reimagine Runnemede held our
first ever ‘Giving Tuesday’ campaign. Our goal was to raise $2000.00, which we
exceeded by raising a grand total of $2830.00. This money helped Reimagine Runnemede to
make improvements to the Labyrinth at Venella Park:
install Benches, a Donor Wall and Plaques and pay stipends
to the Mural Artists (during the mural project’s request
for qualification period), and more. This year our goal is to raise $2500.
Please consider making a gift. |
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Murals, Artist in the Park, Labyrinth, Hiking Trail Restoration, Re-Imagine Black Horse Pike, Runnemede100.
What do you think? What would you
like to see in our town?If you’d like to join our efforts to revitalize our community, please use
link below to connect. |
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MEETINGS |
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The Reimagine Runnemede
Vision Meetings are held at Leap Studio at 109 N. Black Horse Pike on the 3rd Thursday of the month. This month’s meeting is on Nov 17th at 7:00 pm. Come join us! You’ll meet some awesome people and participate in a group that is working to revitalize Runnemede. Everyone is welcome!
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| Society of Poets
MeetingsReimagine Runnemede hosts meetings of the Society of Poets for Southern NJ every 4th Friday of the month.
Next Meeting
November 25 / 7:00 pm Location
Leap Studio
109 N. Black Horse Pike
Runnemede, NJ 08078
Contact
David Steinberg
856-383-5325
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COMMUNITY EVENTS |
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Artist in the Park
November 5th / 10:00 amJoin us for a day of painting “en plein air”
in beautiful Runnemede Lake Park
(Rowand Avenue Trail Head entrance) |
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 | PUBLIC: Bring your family. Celebrate the splendor of nature. Hike the newly restored trail in Runnemede Lake Park. ARTISTS: Reimagine Runnemede is seeking local artists, musicians, dancers, poets, and performers interested in a day of FREE ART in Runnemede Lake Park. Come enjoy the renovated nature trail and capture your vision of nature's fleeting beauty. The Runnemede Women's club will provide the first 12 registered artists with a boxed lunch. The event will be open to the public, who will be invited to hike the trail and observe the artists at work. Artists may promote their work to the public. There is no entry fee and no commission on sales resulting from the event, just FREE ART MAKING in the great outdoors! All participating artists and volunteers are invited to an informal "after party" for a warm fire and a hot drink (details will be provided on the day of the event). |
|  | Raindate: Sunday, November 6, 10-4. Artists are encouraged to pre-register by Friday, October 28th if they would like a lunch. However, all are invited to participate without registering. Please email: info@reimaginerunnemede.org
Put "Plein Air" in the subject line. Want to talk to a human? Call 609-682-0456 A note about the terrain: The park features an unpaved nature trail with terrain elevation changes of up to 25 feet. Please stay on the path and wear appropriate footwear. | |
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Join us for a
TRAIL CLEANUP!
Volunteers Welcomed! Sunday / November 6 Hours:
12 Noon - 2:00 pm
Location:
Runnemede Lake Park
(Rowand Ave Trail Head entrance)
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Great outdoor activity with fun people! |
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( gloves & trash bags will be provided ) |
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FIVE SURPRISING
HEALTH BENEFITS
OF LITTER PICKING *
1. You get to know your community 2. You get to feel great from all the gratitude 3. You have to slow down 4. You get to THINK or listen to a podcast, or some music 5. You spend more time outdoors
* Read more about 1-5 at:
https://www.heatherkeats.co.uk/post/5-surprising-health-benefits-of-litter-picking |
BOROUGH Shred Event |
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| Sunday / November 6 Hours: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: In front of Borough Hall |
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 | Senior Luncheon & Senior Monthly Meeting
Luncheon / 12:00 pm
Meeting / 1:00 pm
Mayor and Council honor our Senior’s with a luncheon held on 3rd Saturday of every month at 12:00 pm - followed by a Seniors monthly meeting at 1:00 pm.
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|  | Early Voting in Senior Center
Saturday, October 29
through
Sunday, November 6
Hours: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
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UPCOMING EVENTS |
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Mark Your Calendar!
* 11/5 - Artists in the Park (RLP) - 10 AM * 11/6 - Trail Clean-up (RLP) - NOON 11/13 - Community Vision Meeting - 7 PM 11/28 - Society of Poets Meeting - 7 pm * 12/4 - Trail Clean-up (RLP) - NOON 12/15 - Luminary Making (Senior Center) - 7 PM 12/21 - Winter Solstice Celebration - 4:00 PM * RLP / Runnemede Lake Park
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“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can. ”
- Arthur Ashe |
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