Events
Priya Art Gallery of Woodbury NJ to feature
nationally known Chicana artist Marta Sanchez
April 24, 2013–Woodbury NJ–Priya Aart Gallery opens an exciting new exhibit on May 3rd, 2013 and will feature nationally known Chicana artist Marta Sanchez.
Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, painter Marta Sanchez is deeply inspired by traditional Mexican folk art expressions. Sanchez is recognized primarily for her retablo paintings, as well as exciting works inspired by the vibrant world around her. These soulful works on metal capture the deepest held wishes and dreams of her subjects, as if the artist were lighting a candle in prayer for them.
Working and living in the Philadelphia area since the mid eighties, Marta recently moved her studio to the Frankford section of Philadelphia and is excited to begin working in this vital, reenergized neighborhood. Marta is an active working artist and educator whose work is widely exhibited througouht the country. Her works are in the permanent collection of the The Philadelphia Museum of Art, as well as the private collection of Cheech Marin, actor, director and art collector. Marin’s collection of Chicano art is considered to be the finest collection of Chicano art in the United States.
Marta’s works are included in the current traveling show: Chicanitas: Small paintings from the Cheech Marin collection {size doesn’t matter} of small works. This tour includes eight stops across the country with Cheech Marin speaking about collecting.
The Priya show opens on Friday May 3rd, with artist reception on Saturday, May 4th from 6-8:00 pm. A preview and artist talk with Marta will be from 5:30 to 6:00 on Saturday.
The show will also present Priya Member Artist’s works in all mediums. Priya Member Artists are professional artists who support the gallery with time, commitment and creative spirit.
Park Use Permits
Anyone desiring to use a city park for an event (wedding, picnic, meeting etc.) must first obtain a park use permit. Permits are available on a first come first serve basis and donations are accepted and appreciated. Call City Hall at 856.845.1300 to request a permit.
Park Permit Form
Permits filed and approved for 2013
Hydrant Flushing
The City of Woodbury Water Dept. will be flushing fire hydrants throughout the City starting on Sunday, April 21, 2013 and will last approximately 4 to 5 weeks. Flushing will be done from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am Sunday through Thursday. You may experience low water pressure and a slight discoloration. If so, please, run your cold water tap until clear. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our residents.
2013 Fall Festival Parade Theme Contest
Submit your chance to win $100 in gift certificates by the May 15th deadline! Click here to find out how! See our Parade YouTube videos! See the 2012 Parade Results. See you at this year’s parade on Sat., October 5, 2013.
Events at the Woodbury Public Library 2013
4th Annual Juneteenth & Health Fair
Saturday, June 15, 2013 from 10am – 3pm Wing-Dickerson Park, 36 Carpenter Street, Woodbury
For more details, visit www.greaterwoodburyartscouncil.org or call 856-261-8791
Fall Arts Fest – Visit their website for more information at http://www.fallartsfest.com
Making Improvements to your Home?
Now is the time to apply for permits for Swimming pools, exterior structures, and other summer projects. Please contact the Construction office for details at (856) 845-1300 ext. 141 or 130
FEMA Hurricane Sandy Disaster Assistance - informational flyer on how to get assistance
New Jersey HomeKeeper Program – provides up to $48,000 in the form of second forgivable mortgage assistance loan for homeowners at risk of losing their homes to forclosure, as a direct result of unemployment or underemployment. See www.njhomekeeper.gov for more information or call (877) 496-4951.
Customer Service Survey – Did we meet, exceed or not meet your service expectations? Please let us know how we are doing by using our new Customer Service Survey - Please complete the survey and return to Robert Law, Acting City Administrator at City Hall, 33 Delaware St., Woodbury NJ 08096 or via email at RLaw@woodbury.nj.us.
GovDeals Online Auction of City Equipment - Woodbury Public Works, NJ page
Hurricane Survival Guide for New Jersey - provided by the NJ Office of Emergency Management
Annual Drinking Water Quality Report for 2011
Trash & Recycling Information (including E-Waste) Printable PDF file
Public Notice for the Woodbury-Glassboro Road Water Main Replacement (pdf attachment)
See the Woodbury Police Department Crime Log (Calls for Service)