1. PFLAG Collingswood Monthly Meeting Monday, May 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library Mark "Chumley" Singer brings his story to the May 2013 meeting of the Collingswood chapter of Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians And Gays (PFLAG). A 25-year activist who coordinated AIDS Walks in New York and Philadelphia during the early days of the disease, Chumley is now the Events & Marketing Manager of the Philadelphia Eagles Youth Partnership, the team’s non-profit supporting kids' health and education. 2. GMO-Free NJ Monthly Meeting Tuesday, May 21 at 7 p.m.—Collingswood Public …

1. Election Day Tuesday, May 14, 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Collingswood will choose its borough commissioners for the next four years. Voters must already have registered to vote in order to participate. See our voting guide for information on where to vote and how to get immediate help on Election Day if you encounter problems. Join Collingswood Patch editors and your neighbors for a live chat on election night. See: Live Coverage of Collingswood Election Results on May 14. 2. Dine Out for CMS Tuesday, May 14 through Thursday, May 16 "Take a night off from cooking and support the middle school. The …

1. Borough Commissioners Meeting Monday, May 6 at 7 p.m.—Collingswood Community Center The last monthly meeting of the local borough government before the May 14 elections. Those in attendance can likely expect some discussion on the introduction of the borough budget, which Mayor James Maley announced last week would likely be delayed because of a shift in employee healthcare plans. Bring your questions and your neighbors. 2. First Tuesday Fundraiser for the Holiday Parade Tuesday, May 7, 4 to 10 p.m.—Tortilla Press and Tortilla Press Cantina Dine out at either of Mark Smith's Tortilla Press…

1. Collingswood Commissioners Candidate Forum Tuesday, April 30 from 7 to 9 p.m.—Scottish Rite Ballroom "Candidates for the May 2013 Collingswood borough commissioners election will be on hand Tuesday night to discuss the issues that matter most to Collingswood at a free, public candidate forum. "Hosted and moderated by representatives from Collingswood Patch, The Retrospect, and What’s On Collingswood, this nonpartisan event runs from 7 to 9 p.m. April 30 at the Scottish Rite Ballroom." 2. First Thursday Jazz Concerts Thursday, May 2 at 7:30 p.m.—Collingswood Community Center The featured …

1. PFLAG Collingswood Monthly Meeting Monday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library "We are a support group that offers not only support but also education for families and friends of lesbians and gays. PFLAG offers person to person support, sharing our unique stories, learning from knowledgeable guest speakers, and  listening with full respect for each other. All meetings are strictly confidential." 2. Collingswood Junior Women's Club at the Phillies Wednesday, April 24—1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA "Spring is just around the corner, and that means it's almost time for …

1. Learn About Coworking and Maker Spaces Monday, April 15 at 7 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library Come learn about “Coworking” and “Maker” spaces, a vibrant new phenomenon in our community, from Tom Marchetty of Collingswood makerspace The Factory; Geoff Dimasi of Philadelphia coworking space Indy Hall; Kenneth Allendoerfer of CollingsLab; and Lavon Philips of SoHa Arts. 2. Collingswood Town Forum Wednesday, April 17, 7 to 9 p.m.—Collingswood Community Center Quarterly borough open forum. Come out and ask the borough leadership anything that's on your mind. Superintendent Scott Oswald will be …

1. Chair Yoga with Carol Ashby Monday, April 8, 2013, 11 a.m.—614-616 Collings Ave, Collingswood, NJ "A combination of techniques that you can use in your daily life to build body awareness, connecting the mind and body with the breath. The activities promote the ability of participants to feel empowered for their own well-being. From a safe seated or supported standing position you will strengthen muscles and increase flexibility and practice balance. You will experience centering, visualization exercises and yoga breathing techniques to reduce stress and improve mental focus." 2. "Lonely …

1. April Fool's Fundraiser  Monday, April 1—The Tortilla Press Dine out at either Tortilla Press location (Collingswood or Pennsauken), and 25 percent of your bill will be donated to the Camden Children’s Garden Legal Fund. (For more information about the Children's Garden read our story here.) 2. Borough Commissioners Meeting Monday, April 1 at 7 p.m.—Collingswood Community Center The regular monthly meeting of borough leadership will be the next-to-last before the commissioners election in May—so don't miss it. 3. Tiny Tot Story Time Registration Friday, April 5 at 9:30 a.m.—Collingswood …

1. PFLAG Collingswood Meeting Monday, March 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library "We are a support group that offers not only support but also education for families and friends of lesbians and gays. PFLAG offers person to person support, sharing our unique stories, learning from knowledgeable guest speakers, and  listening with full respect for each other. All meetings are strictly confidential." 2. Collingswood Board of Education Meeting Monday, March 25, 7 p.m.—Zane North School All-Purpose Room The 2013/14 School Budget will be presented at the meeting. For a look at the agenda…

1. Garden Tool Sharpening and Maintenance Tuesday, March 19 at 6:45 p.m.—1301 Park Blvd., Cherry Hill. Roy Knight will address the Master Gardeners Association of Camden County on proper maintenance of garden tools, mower blades, saws and chainsaws. Bring your tools, "a mill bastard file, and/or sharpening stone, oil and a clean dry cloth."  Advance registration preferred, walk-ins welcome: NJgarden@camdencounty.com or 856-216-7130. $10. 2. Free Tai Chi Class - Meditation in Motion Tusday, March 19 at 7 p.m.—ExtraordinaryED "At this FREE PREVIEW class, Instructor Nathan Spivey will …

1. Horticultural Society of South Jersey Monthly Meeting Tuesday, March 12 at 7 p.m.—Carman Tilelli Community Center at the Cherry Hill Municipal Complex "Bring your questions and plant problems. Brief presentations on worm composting, starting your garden and composting will be given." 2. BNI Collingswood Networking Meeting Wednesday, March 13 at 11:30 a.m.—The Kove, 20 West Atlantic Ave., Audubon "Our chapter is a dynamic, committed group of business people who know how to refer business to each other...We currently have 30 members and are looking for more...We will buy lunch for 1st time …

1. First Thursday Jazz Concert Thursday, March 7, 7:30 p.m., Collingswood Community Center “Every First Thursday for the past nine years, Jazz Bridge has presented the best of Philadelphia area jazz and blues for a family friendly cost.” This Thursday, groove to tenor saxophonist Bob Pollitt. Tickets: $10 general/$5 for students. Free sodas. BYOB 2. Fridays Live—Jenny & Me Friday, March 8, 8:30 p.m., Grooveground, 647 Haddon Ave., Collingswood “Once upon a time, there was a Girl. She was a waitress at a trendy Mexican restaurant in a slightly less suburban suburbia. At this restaurant, there …

1. PFLAG Collingswood Monday, Feb. 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library "Guest speaker Riley Keenan will provide a window into his life as a transgendered man. Riley's presentation will be followed with a support group. Come and share your story or feel free to just listen to others. Confidentiality is fully respected. Refreshments will be served." 2. Collingswood Time Bank Info Session Thursday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library "Time Banking can be as simple as a group of moms getting together to share carpooling kids to activities. It can also include services like …

1. Collingswood Junior Women's Club Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library "The Collingswood Juniors engage in various charitable efforts throughout town, as well as promote health awareness and women's and family issues through speakers and projects. Please contact Jodie Farrow (jodie.farrow@yahoo.com) with any questions."  2. Master Gardeners of South Jersey Walk-In Wednesdays Wednesday, Feb. 20, 9 a.m.-noon—Camden County Environmental Center "For those who are interested in becoming a Master Gardener as well as those who have questions about their gardening issues...…

  1. Chocolate Cooking Class 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12—The American Table For $35, The Bicycle Chef, Denine Gorniak, will teach you to work with chocolate as a featured ingredient in entree planning. Tuesday's recipe features pasta, fennel, blood oranges and white chocolate salad with a special "mocktail" (alcohol-free) beverage. 2. Maple Sugaring Lessons 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12—820 Mercer St, Cherry Hill, NJ Speaker Susan Bufalino of the Rancocas Nature Center teaches budding horticulturists how to recognize and tap Sugar Maple trees in their own backyards "just in time for the sugaring season…

1. Borough Commissioners Meeting Monday, Feb. 4 at 7 p.m.—Collingswood Community Center Bring your pressing business to the folks who can hear your voice. Popular points of discussion in recent months have been the downtown parking situation, the LumberYard, and of course, the National Food Market. For a recap of last month's business, click here. 2. Childrensong Vocal Auditions Monday, Feb. 4 at 5:30 p.m.—5 Lincoln Ave., Haddonfield (Haddonfield Middle School) ChildrenSong of New Jersey will be holding auditions for young singers aged 8-16 to participate in their Winter-Spring vocal …

1. Board of Education Meeting Monday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m.—Zane North School The Collingswood Board of Education will hold its monthly meeting Monday. To preview the agenda—usually available by midday Monday—click here. 2. PFLAG Collingswood Meeting Monday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library Confidential support group that offers support, education and story-sharing for families and friends of lesbians and gays. For more, check out our story on PFLAG Collingswood President Linda Murphy. 3. Liberti Church Question Night Thursday, Jan. 31 at 7:30 p.m.—701 Stokes Ave. Rev. Jim Angehr of …

1. Homestyle Classics Restaurant Week Monday, Jan. 21—Saturday, Jan. 26 at Casona, El Sitio, Pop Shop, That's Amore and Tortilla Press Well, there's no Mac-Off this year (boo!—Ed.), but in lieu of that, five of Collingswood's homiest kitchens are collaborating to bring you a multi-course, prix fixe comfort-food jamboree. (For menu details, see Dave Valiante's column here.) It's not time to think about your beach figure for at least another two months, right?  2. Collingswood Movie Club Tuesday, Jan. 22, 6-8 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library Led by Patch film blogger Bob Castle, Collingswood …

1. Night Out Collingswood Monday, Jan. 14 from 7 to 9 p.m.—The Treehouse Coffee Shop Members of the local GLBTQ community and its supporters can socialize in a friendly, welcoming environment the second Monday of every month at the Treehouse Coffee Shop on Merchant Street in Audubon, just outside of Collingswood. 2. Jersey Jelly Week Monday, Jan. 14—Friday, Jan. 18—Wegmans "The purpose of Jelly Week is "to foster the emerging culture of new forms of work and collaboration, to strengthen local communities of all kinds and to build new friendships and collaborative structures between them …

1. Borough Commissioners Meeting 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7—Collingswood Community Center It's a double-header Monday night, with the borough commissioners and public school board meeting at the same time. Either way, come on down and participate in the discussion with your local leaders. 2. Board of Education Meeting 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 7—Zane-North Elementary School All-Purpose Room The first meeting of 2013 will feature the reorganization of the administrative body, including the swearing-in of board members James Hatzell, Kathleen McCarthy and Terry Moody, who were elected in November. 3. …