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Hey there, Cherry Hill! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Turkish café concept is taking over Cherry Hill Mall's old Bistro?
  • What's next for Cherry Hill Mall after its 65th birthday bash?
  • When will Cherry Hill's new Dick's House of Sport finally open?

Also on today's calendar: Ceremony for Revolutionary Seeds at the Historic Johnson Cemetery Memorial Park and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A few morning showers; warmer, with a high of 75 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 79, low: 64.
  • Wednesday: Mostly cloudy and very warm, with a high of 82 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. New Tenant For Former Bistro Cherry Hill Mall Space, Maya Bohem (newsbreak.com) — Cherry Hill shoppers will soon see the long-vacant Bistro at Cherry Hill space reborn as Maya Bohem, a Turkish café bringing coffee, desserts, gelato, and a broader dining menu to the Cherry Hill Mall. This will be the brand's first U.S. location, turning a highly visible empty spot into a new hangout right off Route 38 for everything from quick treats to full meals.
   

2. Cherry Hill Mall turns 65 years old; here's how it celebrated (delawareonline.com) — Cherry Hill residents just helped the Cherry Hill Mall celebrate its 65th birthday, with local leaders highlighting how central the mall remains to the township's identity and daily life. The celebration also previewed big changes coming soon, including new stores like Aritzia, True Religion, Maya Bohem, Lululemon, and a feature-packed Dick's House of Sport expected to open in mid-November 2026.
   

3. Dick's House of Sport Cherry Hill Targets November Opening. Route 70 Dick's Closing Soon (42freeway.com) — Cherry Hill shoppers should prepare for the Route 70 Dick's Sporting Goods to close on November 4, ahead of a much larger Dick's House of Sport opening at Cherry Hill Mall in mid-November. The new two-story, 120,000-square-foot location will add interactive features like a climbing wall and outdoor field, retain existing employees, and significantly expand sporting goods options for local families and teams.
   

4. These 11 New Jersey Thrift Stores Turn a Quick Browse Into an Afternoon (newsbreak.com) — Cherry Hill thrifters get a shout-out in this statewide roundup, which highlights the Red White and Blue Thrift Store on Church Road for its clean layout, big selection, and long daily hours. The guide also maps out ten other New Jersey thrift and vintage destinations, offering ideas for day trips when you want to hunt for clothing, housewares, or unique home pieces beyond Cherry Hill.
   

5. New Jersey's e-bike law under attack by riders, bike shops and advocacy groups (whyy.org) — New Jersey's new e-bike law is drawing criticism from riders, bike shops, and advocates across the state, including in Cherry Hill, who say licensing, registration, and insurance rules are confusing and burdensome. Supporters hoped the law would improve safety after several fatal crashes, but opponents argue it disproportionately hurts low-income and immigrant riders who rely on e-bikes for everyday transportation.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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