Swedesboro-Woolwich Historical Society Museum Opens

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On Sunday, February 17 of 2013, the Swedesboro-Woolwich Historical Society celebrated the grand opening of its brand new history museum.  Located upstairs in Swedesboro’s Borough Hall, the museum is filled with unique treasures from our area’s rich history.  Vintage clothing, an antique spinning loom, Italian sculptures, and historic glass items are among the many intriguing pieces featured here.  The museum is open on the third Sunday of each month from 1pm to 4pm, and is also available for visits by appointment.  For more information on the Historical Society, please click here.

Check out our gallery below of images from the Museum’s grand opening.

Open Public Meeting about Center Business District to be held

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On March 5, 2013 at Botto’s Italian Line Restaurant at 7:00pm, the Swedesboro area residents and business owners are invited to an open public meeting to discuss revitalization efforts for the Center Business District (CBD). In conjunction with the Swedesboro Economic Development Committee, the public meeting will be lead by Strategic Advisory Group (SAG). SAG was recently engaged to provide research, analytical assessments, and strategic planning services to the Borough of Swedesboro through a grant from the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission.

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Tavro 13 Serves Up Culinary Magic in the Borough

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It was love at first sight- Effie and Gus Tzitzifas knew they wanted to purchase the historic old building when they first dined at Old Swedes Inn in 2006. Built in the 1700s and nestled in the heart of downtown Swedesboro, the gorgeous colonial was first founded as Rambo Tavern. Through the years it went on to fulfill a variety of purposes, from hosting a dry goods store to serving as a hotel for wary railroad travelers; at one point, the building even housed a car dealership, with a showroom filled with glittering automobiles taking front stage.

Tavro 13

After admiring the Inn and the surrounding Borough for several years, the Tzitzifases ultimately purchased the property and began making significant updates to the building, all the while carefully ensuring preservation of charming historic architectural features such as sliding pocket doors and gorgeous banisters. After much anticipation and a serious labor of love, Tavro 13 was born. Under a partnership between the Tzitzifases and renowned Chef Terence Feury, the restaurant officially opened its doors in October of 2012, and has since been a hotspot for both seasoned foodies and casual diners alike. Continue reading →