2024 Camden County Events and Parks Guide

Presented by the Camden County Board of Commissioners

GIN BLOSSOMS • ESPERANZA SPALDING TOWER OF POWER • SPIN DOCTORS

LOS LONELY BOYS • JEFFREY OSBORNE

LOS LONELY BOYS • JEFFREY OSBORNE STEVEN PAGE • EVERCLEAR • EVE 6 GIN BLOSSOMS • ESPERANZA SPALDING TOWER OF POWER • SPIN DOCTORS

STEVEN PAGE • EVERCLEAR • EVE 6

BLACK VIOLIN • MARSHALL CHARLOFF & THE PURPLE XPERIENCE • RAUL MIDON

BLACK VIOLIN • MARSHALL CHARLOFF & THE PURPLE XPERIENCE • RAUL MIDON

A CELEBRATION OF TOOTS & THE MAYTALS WITH LEBA HIBBERT • JULIA PRATT

A CELEBRATION OF TOOTS & THE MAYTALS WITH LEBA HIBBERT • JULIA PRATT

LAO TIZER BAND • MATT CAPPY & FRIENDS • BRUBECK BROTHERS QUARTET

LAO TIZER BAND • MATT CAPPY & FRIENDS • BRUBECK BROTHERS QUARTET

EDGARDO CINTRON & THE MAMBO MAGIC BAND

GRADUATION SPEECH • NIGHT WINDOWS

THE DAVE MATTHEWS TRIBUTE BAND • TOM HAMPTON • SYMPHONY IN C

EDGARDO CINTRON & THE MAMBO MAGIC BAND • GRADUATION SPEECH • NIGHT WINDOWS THE DAVE MATTHEWS TRIBUTE BAND • TOM HAMPTON

LIA MENAKER • JAMIE MCLEAN BAND • CASSADEE POPE • NJ OPERA THEATER

LET’S SING TAYLOR • THE BRONX WANDERERS • THE AMERICAN BOMBSHELLS

LIA MENAKER • JAMIE MCLEAN BAND • CASSADEE POPE • NJ OPERA THEATER LET’S SING TAYLOR • THE BRONX WANDERERS • THE AMERICAN BOMBSHELLS

LIGHTS OUT • FOSTINA DIXON & WINDS OF CHANGE • THE HOBBS SISTERS • PURE PETTY

LIGHTS OUT • FOSTINA DIXON & WINDS OF CHANGE • THE HOBBS SISTERS • PURE PETTY

WELCOME

The 2024 Park Events Guide is the best way you can remain in the loop on all the amazing fun and entertainment Camden County has to offer this season. Celebrate Independence Day at Freedom Festival featuring the chart-topping alternative band, Gin Blossoms at the Camden Waterfront or catch Los Lonely Boys at the Haddon Lake Park this summer. In our more than 2,500 acres of award-winning parkland and green spaces there is something to do for everyone in our community. And in order to maintain quality outdoor spaces to host our extensive roster of events, the Board of Commissioners has been continuing its $100 million plan to revitalize the county’s 24 parks, conservation areas and waterways.

The Parks Alive 2025 initiative was first launched in 2022 with the purpose of bringing new life into our parks and improving the quality of life for Camden County residents.

Over the last two years, several projects under the Parks Alive 2025 umbrella have broken ground and have been completed. Starting in July 2022, with the unveiling of the new and improved Jack Curtis Stadium in Cooper River Park. The $1.2 million makeover of the stadium included a complete transformation.

In 2023, the county also received state and federal funds for several projects. In July 2023, Assembly Majority Leader Louis Greenwald presented the Parks Department with a check for $87,000 to go towards the construction of a skate park in Cooper River Park. That same month, the county received $19 million from the US Department of Transportation’s Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity Grants program for the Camden County LINK Trail. When completed, the Camden County LINK Trail will travel through 17 Camden County communities, from the Ben Franklin Bridge in Camden to the Pinelands National Reserve in Winslow Township.

Most recently, the Board of Commissioners opened the brand new dog park at Cooper River Park. This highly anticipated project was price tagged at $775,000 and work included the construction of a new dog park complete with separate fenced areas for small dogs, large dogs, and agility equipment and a pavilion, benches, and picnic tables for spectator viewing among other improvements.

Parks Alive 2025 is far from over and every green space and park in Camden County is expected to benefit from this project. And thanks to this ongoing initiative, our residents can better enjoy the upcoming season of concerts, programs and events that are staged in our parks.

The Board of Commissioners is proud to present another incredible season of activities for our residents and we look forward to the continued improvement of the Camden County Parks System.

Constitutional Row Officers

Joseph Ripa, Clerk

Gilbert “Whip” Wilson, Sheriff

Michelle A. Gentek-Mayer, Surrogate

Grace C. MacAulay, Prosecutor

Al Dyer

Louis Cappelli, Jr., Director

Edward T. McDonnell, Deputy Director

Jeffrey L. Nash, Parks Liaison

Jonathan L. Young, Sr. Melinda Kane Virginia Betteridge

Camden County Board of Commissioners

CAMDEN WATERFRONT CONCERTS

SUNSET JAZZ SERIES AT WIGGINS PARK

ROLAND TRAYNOR

RIVER STAGE

MONDAYS AT 8 PM

Esperanza Spalding

June 3

Emphasizing simplicity and intimacy of her voice, bass, and songs, in this special configuration of 2 musicians and 2 dancers, Esperanza performs songs from all 8 of her previous albums, songs from current releases, plus a specialpreview of her forthcoming project

Special Night Celebrating 40th Anniversary of Camden Community Partnership

Black Violin

June 10

Classical music duo blending hip hop, rock, R&B, and bluegrass into their modern classical sound

Wear Orange Night honoring survivors and building community to end gun violence

Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE

June 17

Celebrated as the top Prince tribute act, The Purple xPeRIeNCE pays faithful homage

Juneteenth: Freedom Day Educate, Advocate, Celebrate

MARSHALL CHARLOFF & THE PURPLE XPERIENCE

ESPERANZA SPALDING

BLACK VIOLIN

Tower of Power

56 Years of Funk & Soul

June 24

TOP and their legendary, powerful horn section have been bringing their own unique style to the R&B and funk music scene since 1968

Lao Tizer Band featuring: Elliott Yamin, Eric Marienthal, Karen

Briggs & Chieli Minucci

July 1

This captivating all-star ensemble thrills audiences with their blend of jazz, funk, rock, and world rhythms

A Celebration of Toots & The Maytals with Leba Hibbert

July 15

Daughter of legendary reggae icon, Toots Hibbert keeps his rich musical legacy alive with this special celebration

Matt Cappy & Friends

July 29

South Jersey’s own accomplished instrumentalist, composer, and arranger brings along friends to accompany his soulful trumpet melodies

Brubeck Brothers Quartet

August 19

Life-long collaborating brothers Dan and Chris Brubeck bring nearly a half century of experience to their soulful jazz performances

Jeffrey Osborne

August 26

Multi-platinum singer-songwriter best known for his soulful voice and hits like “On the Wings of Love” and “Stay with Me Tonight”

Symphony in C & That Which Connects

September 9

First collaboration between Symphony In C and That Which Connects and will feature classical music paired with original choreography

Camden City Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony

Edgardo Cintron & The Mambo Magic Band (7pm start)

September 16

Percussionist Edgardo Cintron is a second-generation Puerto Rican and a second-generation musician. Known as much for his affable personality and generous spirit as for his tasty musicianship

Hispanic Heritage Month Recognizing Prominent Hispanic Citizens

JEFFREY OSBORNE

TOWER OF POWER

WIGGINS PARK AT

CAMDEN WATERFRONT EVENTS

SPECIAL EVENTS IN CAMDEN CITY

Juneteenth Independence Day

22nd Annual Celebration

June 16

2 PM - 8 PM Farnham Park

Hosted by Camden City African American Commission, Inc.

Juneteenth Celebration

June 19

4:30 PM - 9 PM Roosevelt Park Plaza

Presented in conjunction with the City of Camden

Info: 856-757-7201 or Mayor@ci.camden.nj.us

67th Annual San Juan Bautista Parade and Concert

June 30

12 PM - Parade start

3 PM - Post parade concert

Presented by Parada San Juan Bautista Inc.

Info: SJBP.org (609) 206-5074

Connect the Lots Programing

Scan the QR code to learn more.

Creating safe and vibrant gathering places for the residents of the City of Camden

Downtown Camden Art Crawl

July 11

4:30 PM - 8 PM

In Participating Small Businesses Along Market and Third Streets.

Presented by the Camden Business Improvement District

Info: MyDowntownCamden.com IG: @MyDowntownCamden

24th Annual South Jersey

Caribbean Festival

July 13

2 PM - 8 PM

Presented by the South Jersey

Caribbean Cultural Organization

Info: (856) 580-0178

sjcaribbean.org facebook.com/sjcaribbeanfestival

Dominican Restoration Day

August 18th

2 PM - 7 PM

Hosted by Movimiento Tricolor

Info: (718) 785-7561 general@movitricolor.org

Holiday Tree Lighting

December 7

4 PM - 8 PM

Camden Waterfront Info: (856) 757-7201 MAYOR VIC CARSTARPHEN WITH COMMISSIONER VIRGINIA BETTERIDGE AT LAST YEAR’S DJ WAGNER COMMUNITY DRIVE ON THE WATERFRONT

COMMUNITY POLICING EVENTS

Cops & Bobbers

June 1

10 AM - 2 PM

Cramer Hill

Waterfront Park

A chance for kids to enjoy some outdoor time and try their hand at fishing with the guidance of officers from the Camden County Police Department. All fishing equipment and bait needed for the event will be supplied, and there will also be refreshments, games and face painting Registration is required

Pride Walk and Celebration

June 20

3 PM - 6 PM

Police Administration Building and Wiggins Waterfront Park

Camden County Police

Summer Fun Nights

July 12

5 PM - 8 PM

Whitman Park

August 16

5 PM - 8 PM

Alberta Woods

Come out and join your neighborhood police officers for a night of fun: Petting zoo, pony rides, inflatables, games and more. Brought to you by the City of Camden and the Camden County Police

A signature weekly event hosted by the Camden County Police Department every Friday night at a different community center or school in the city. For older kids it’s a chance to play basketball in a safe environment and for younger kids, officers are always ready with a variety of games to play. Check the Camden County PD Facebook or Instagram page each week to see where we’ll be at that Friday

For more info on any community policing programs go to: CamdenCountyPD.org

Jersey Joe Walcott Statue CamdenCounty.com/jerseyjoe

Wiggins Park Marina Located on the Camden Waterfront

This 50-slip marina will undergo a complete renovation with new docks starting in June Info: (856) 541-7222 or marina@camdencounty.com

CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT THE

FREEDOM FESTIVAL

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

ROLAND TRAYNOR RIVER STAGE

Tara Hendricks

6 PM

Tara Hendricks has garnered attention in the Philly music scene with her powerhouse voice, contagious energy, and charismatic songs

Featured artist: GIN BLOSSOMS

8 PM

Chart-topping alternative rock band known for their hit single “Hey Jealousy” from their quadruple-platinum debut major-label album New Miserable Experience

Fireworks Spectacular over the Delaware River 9:30 PM

This festival brings thousands of people together to enjoy a series of artists and a spectacular firework show from Serpico Pyrotechnics

TARA HENDRICKS

GIN BLOSSOMS

COOPER RIVER PARK CONCERTS

TWILIGHT CONCERT SERIES AT COOPER RIVER PARK

JACK CURTIS STADIUM AT COOPER RIVER PARK

THURSDAYS AT 8 PM

Spin Doctors

June 13

With hit singles like “Two Princes” and “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong,”, infectious energy and undeniable talent, Spin Doctors continue to push the boundaries of rock music, leaving an indelible mark on the industry

Cassadee Pope

June 27

Multi-talented musician and leader of seminal pop punk band Hey Monday, Season 3 winner of The Voice, and a Platinum-selling GRAMMY-nominated Country singer/songwriter

NJ Opera Theater

July 11

Presenting “Some Enchanted Evening”Opera & Broadways

Most Cherished Masterpieces

Let’s Sing Taylor: A Live Band Experience

Celebrating

Taylor Swift

July 18

Calling all Swifties to sing your hearts out and sport your Taylor inspired attire for the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift

CASSADEE POPE

Everclear

August 8

One of the ‘90s leading alternative rock bands celebrates over three decades of Platinum-selling hits

Recovery Rocks: A Night Promoting Sober Living

Carl Cox

August 15

This hometown hero is an accomplished saxophonist and recording artist, playing with Smokey Robinson, Incognito, and more

The Bronx Wanderers

August 22

A High Octane 50’s, 60’s & 70’s Experience

The American Bombshells (7pm start)

September 5

A modern day twist on the Andrews Sisters

A Salute to Our Veterans and Active Military

Lights Out (7pm start)

October 10

A Tribute to Frankie Valli & More Italian American Festival

CARL COX

COOPER RIVER PARK EVENTS

REGATTAS ALONG THE COOPER RIVER

2024 Regatta Schedule

Cooper River Dragon Boat Festival

July 27

Camden County Dragon Boat Challenge

September 28

Gold Cup Regatta

October 26

2025 regatta Schedule

Ivy/Big 10 Double Dual Regatta

March 22

Doc Hosea Regatta

March 29

Steve Neczypor Memorial Regatta

April 5

Knecht Cup Regatta

April 12 - 13

Garden State Championships

April 26

Cooper Cup Regatta

April 27

Jefferson Dad Vail Regatta

May 8 - 10

Conference Championships (A10, MAAC, Patriot, CAA, Ivy)

May 16, 17, and 18

Scholastic Rowing Association of America Championships

May 22 - 24

IRA National Championship Regatta

May 30 - June 1

Cooper River Dragon Boat Regatta

July 26

Gold Cup Regatta

October 25

Regatta Economic Impact Regattas inject more than $20 million a year into Camden County’s regional economy, creating a significant indirect and direct economic impact on the local marketplace.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Top Rod Bassmasters Annual Cooper River Open Buddy Bass Tournament

July 13

6 AM - 2 PM (registration 4:45 AM)

Info: toprodbassmasters.com or (856) 404-5662

Antique Fire Apparatus Show

August 4

10 AM - 3 PM

Info: CLAFAA.org

Cooper River Cyclocross (CRCX)

October 20

8 AM - 4 PM

Info: facebook.com/CooperriverCX or (215) 651-0455

FITNESS CLASSES

Get your mind and body in shape this summer! All classes are FREE and take place at Cooper River Park on the Vista Deck. Bring your own mat! (Corner of North Park Drive and Cuthbert Blvd.)

All classes require registration, go to camdencounty.com/parks or scan

Mindful Mondays Yoga

June 3 - September 30

(No class September 2)

Tuesdays, May 28 - September 24

Wednesday Morning Yoga

May 29 - September 25

Thursday Afternoon Yoga May 30 - September 26

Cardio on the Cooper

May 31 - September 27

WALKS & RUNS

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

A–Run Run Run 5k & 1 Mile Walk

June 1

Rizzieri/Voorhees Animal Shelter 5k & 1 mile Walk

June 2

Strong Bond Health 5k Run/Walk

June 8

Telugu Association of South Jersey 5K

June 16

Philadelphia HBCU Alumni Alliance 5K Run/Walk

June 29

Endless Endurance: 12 & 24 Hour Ultramarathon

August 3

Book Smiles 5K

August 25

ENYI MD Foundation 15th Annual 5K Run and Family Fun Walk

September 1

Dan Melleby Memorial 5K Walk

September 7

9/11 Heroes Run

September 8

Philly Metro Stepping Out to Cure Scleroderma

September 14

Even Kiel Racing 5K

September 15

Genesis Counseling Center Walk the Talk Christopher Schultes 5K/Walk For Recovery

September 21

Coalition for Food and Health Equity Run Walk

September 22

Maryville Addiction Treatment Center - Race for Recovery 5K & Fun Walk

September 28

Camden County Out of the Darkness Walk

October 5

Joseph’s House of Camden 5th Annual Walk & Run

October 5

Victory Outreach Philadelphia Run 4 Hope

October 5

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night

October 5

National Brain Tumor Society Race for Hope Greater Philadelphia October 13

Fellowship of Christina Athletes October 19

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

October 20

Starting Point of NJ October 26

Pennsauken Pancreatic Cancer Walk

November 2

“No Frills, Just Thrills” Summer Race Series

Presented By the South Jersey Athletic Club Info: southjerseyac.org

Jerry Nolan 1 Loop (3.65 miles) June 11 7PM

Harry W. Berkowitz Race June 25

6:40 PM (1mile) 7 PM - 1 or 2 Loops (3.65 or 7.3 miles)

Prediction Race (3.65 miles)

July 9 7 PM

John McMenamin 5k (3.1 miles)

July 23

7 PM

1 loop (3.65 miles)

August 6

7 PM

BERLIN PARK

Between White Horse Pike, New Freedom Road, and Park Drive

IT’S SHOWTIME

Big Jeff

July 17

Blends humor, learning and superinteractive audience participation into all songs

Paisley Pickles

July 20

A rocking musical show

SHOWTIME: WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS 9 AM

Hamlin the Wizard

July 27

A Hogwarts themed magic show

Steve Pullara and his Cool Beans Band

July 31

Children sing-along

WINSLOW TOWNSHIP

PETER VOLPA MEMORIAL PARK

569 Sickler Avenue, Sicklerville NJ 08081

ALL SHOWS 7 PM

SUMMER CONCERTS & EVENTS

Events historically scheduled at New Brooklyn will be taking place at Peter Volpa Memorial PArk this year.

Fostina Dixon & Winds of Change

June 22

Jazz Saxophone & multi-instrumentalist

Juneteenth Event

The Hobbs Sisters

July 17

Country’s HOTTEST Duo

Winslow Twp Day

August 24

The Legendary BLUENOTES featuring Sugar Bear

PAISLEY PICKLES

FOSTINA DIXON & WINDS OF CHANGE

LINDENWOLD PARK

1000 United States Avenue, Lindenwold

Pure Petty

June 28

7 PM

Tom Petty Tribute Band

Shadows of the 60’s

August 2

Car Show – 6 PM

Concert – 8 PM

Tribute to Motown Super Groups

CONCERTS FRIDAY FAMILY FUN NIGHTS: STARLIGHT MOVIE SERIES

July 12

Ryan’s Unplugged

Entertainment

7:45 PM

String puppets and juggling

SHADOW OF THE 60’S

Movie: Trolls Band Together 8:45 PM

August 9

Kevin’s Street Sorcery Shock & Awe Show

Movie: Elemental 8:45 PM

HADDON LAKE PARK CONCERTS

SUNDOWN MUSIC

SERIES AT HADDON

LAKE PARK

MCLAUGHLIN NORCROSS

MEMORIAL DELL

WEDNESDAYS AT 7:30 PM

Say She She plus Carly Moffa

June 5

This fierce Brooklyn trio offers a blend of genres they describe as “discodelic soul” with dreamy harmonies

Graduation Speech plus Night Windows

June 12

South Jersey-based indie rock band that pairs heartfelt lyrics with melodic guitar-driven compositions

Los Lonely Boys plus Jay Psaros

June 26

GRAMMY Award-winning multiplatinum trio of brothers known for their “Texican Rock n’ Roll” sound and hit debut single “Heaven”

SAY SHE SHE

LOS LONELY BOYS

The Dave Matthews Tribute Band

plus Emily Drinker

July 10

Selling out shows around the world, The Dave Matthews Tribute band recreates the classic DMB sound so many know and love

Julia Pratt plus Brittany Ann Tranbaugh

July 24

Philly-based singer-songwriter soars with her pop, jazz, R&B, and folk with subtle electronic touches

Eve 6 plus Tonks

August 7

Southern California alt-rock trio known for chart-topping hits like “Inside Out” and “Here’s to the Night”

Steven Page (formerly of Barenaked Ladies)

Raul Midon plus Lia Menaker

August 21

Grammy-nominated New Mexican guitarist known for his fiery brand of Latin jazz pop

Jamie McLean Band plus Rebecca Zimmerman (7pm start time)

September 11

A honkin’ collection of Southern-style blues rock, Americana, and soul

EVE 6

HADDON LAKE PARK EVENTS

KIDS KAPERS

SHOWTIME: WEDNESDAYS AT 9 AM

Two of a Kind

June 19

Children sing-along

Paisley Pickles

June 26

A rocking musical show for kids young and old

Lee’s Circus Extravaganza

July 10

Kaleidoscope of juggling, plate spinning, unicycles, audience interaction and magic

FAMILY

VARIETY SERIES

SHOWTIME:

SATURDAYS AT 9 AM

Doc Rocko Shocko’s

Madcap Science Show

June 8

Learn exciting and goofy science magic from the best and kookiest madcap scientist around!

Steve Pullara and his Cool Beans Band

June 15

Children sing-along

THE VILLAGE PLAYBOX OF HADDON HEIGHTS

Stars under the Stars: Billboard Top 10

August 27 and 29

Rain Dates Aug. 28 and Aug 30

7:30 PM

The Village Playbox will present two musical programs dedicated to the Top 10 songs from the 50s to the 80s. Two different nights, two different shows! Info: Villageplaybox.org

Yosi - Wee Rock

June 29

A children’s musician who will amuse all with his lively interactive program

Two of a Kind

July 13

Children sing-along

MOVIES IN THE PARK

START AT

SUNDOWN

Barbie

September 13

Wonka

September 27

Labyrinth

October 4

Ghostbusters

October 25

Inside Out 2

November 1

Muppets Christmas Carol

December 6

STEVE PULLARA AND HIS COOL BEANS BAND

TWO OF A KIND

VETERANS EVENTS

The Camden County Board of Commissioners invites all residents to attend these important services and memorials to honor our Veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country

May 24th Camden County Memorial Day Ceremony

10:00 AM

Camden County Veterans Cemetery at Harleigh Camden, NJ

June 14th Flag Day Medal Ceremony

11:00 AM

Veterans Island at Cooper River Park Pennsauken, NJ

A Salute to Our Veterans and Active Military Concert:

The American Bombshells

September 5

7:00 PM

Jack Curtis Stadium Cooper River Park

Travis Manion Foundation

9/11 Heroes Run

September 8

9:11 AM

Cooper River Park

Info: travismanion.org/events/911heroes-run

9/11 Medal Ceremony for Veterans and First Responders

September 10

6:00 PM

Victims of Terrorism Monument Cooper River Park

Padre Peter Molnar Veteran Appreciation Breakfast on Veterans Day

November 11

8:00 AM Collingswood Ballroom

Pearl Harbor Day Commemoration

December 7 10:00 AM Battleship NJ

Veterans Medal Awards

The Camden County Commissioners commemorate our service members for their achievements and dedication through yearround recognition medals. Medals include:

Korean War Service Medal

Info: CamdenCounty.com/Veterans

PetsForVets

Pets for Vets provides shelter animals to veterans at no fee. This program is a small thank you to Camden County veterans who have selflessly served our country, and will provide the men and women in uniform with companions from the shelter that will supply unconditional love to the most valued members of our society.

Info: petsforvets.com

PET FRIENDLY PROGRAMMING

Animal Alliance of Camden County

The Animal Alliance of Camden County was formed in 2011 by five local animal welfare organizations and the Camden County Board of Commissioners to coordinate efforts to better serve the pets and residents of the county.

Info: CamdenCounty.com/service/ animal- alliance-camden-county/

Animal Adoption Center

501 Berlin Rd North Lindenwold, NJ 08021

Info: aacnj.org

Animal Welfare Association

509 Centennial Blvd Voorhees Township, NJ 08043

Info: awanj.org

Homeward Bound

Animal Shelter

125 County House Road Blackwood NJ 08012

Info: homewardboundnj.org

Voorhees Animal Orphanage 419 Cooper Road Voorhees Township, NJ 08043

Dog Wash

June 8 11 AM - 3 PM

660 Berlin - Cross Keys Rd Sicklerville, NJ 08081

28th Annual

Woofstock Festival

September 28 11 AM - 4 PM

Voorhees Town Center, Voorhees Info: vaonj.org/woofstock-2024

Animal Welfare Association: Howl-O-Ween Trunk or Treat October 11 AM - 4 PM

Info: awanj.org

dis ABILITIES

The Camden County Board of Commissioners is proud to offer dozens of fun, educational and recreational opportunities for individuals with disABILITIES and special needs in Camden County. There are many activities planned for this year for our residents with disABILITIES including:

Camden County Miracle League Baseball

Saturdays from 9:30 AM to 1 PM

Boundless Field, Challenge Grove Park

April 13 - June 1

September 7 - October 12

Dance Class

Monday evenings from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Camden County Environmental Center, Cherry Hill

Special Olympics Swimming

Every Sunday from 2 PM to 4 PM Through June 12

Nexxt Level Aquatics, Voorhees

Therapeutic Horseback Riding

Every Wednesday from 4 PM - 7:30 PM

D.R.E.A.M Park, Logan Township

Special Pops Dances

Every month from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (none in June and July)

Magnolia Community Center, Magnolia

Sports Abilities Clinics

Monthly sports clinics including wheelchair basketball, tennis, bocce ball, archery, kayaking, ice skating, seated volleyball and more

Special Needs Transition to Adult Support Group for Parents and Caregivers

1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 10 AM to 11:30 AM via Zoom.

Join this support group for parents of teenage and adult children with disabilities and special needs.

Info: SpecialNeedsTransition2Adult@ gmail.com

Together in Song Sessions take place online every Sunday at 2 PM.

Do you love to sing? Find the music in you! Together in Song is an allinclusive community choir designed for individuals with or without disabilities. Info: Together.in.song.CC@gmail.com

Camp Sunny Side

June 24 - July 26

Tuition is $75 per week Camden County College, Blackwood Camp Sunny Side is a five-week summer camp for individuals with disabilities 13 years of age and older. It provides an array of activities in art, music, computers, social skills and weekly field trips to mention a few.

Info: (856) 216-2121.

Additional fun activities include: Boxing, Horticultural Therapy, Yoga, Bingo, Arts and Crafts, Martial Arts, Games Nights, Fun with Fitness, Online Camp Sunny Side, Cheerleading and the Night to Shimmer Prom

For more information on any of these activities, go to camdencounty.com/specialneeds, or contact our disABILITIES Program Director, Karen Weidner, at (856) 216-2127 or via email at Karen.Weidner@camdencounty.com

JOHN ADLER MEMORIAL PARK AT CHALLENGE GROVE

The beautiful John Adler Memorial Park at Challenge Grove is home to a variety of fully accessible amenities for Camden County residents. The park features Jake’s Place Playground, walking and bike paths, picnic areas, a pavilion, a basketball court, a softball field and the Boundless Baseball Field that provides children with disabilities an opportunity to play sports on a playing surface that accommodates their special needs. Many more activities are planned for this year for residents with special needs including nature walks, arts and crafts, dances, special camps, adaptive rowing and kayak clinics, therapeutic horseback riding lessons, exercise classes, bocce, pickleball, dance lessons, performing arts chorus, special needs bike clinic, roller skating, ice skating, and more.

JUST FOR SENIORS

Camden County is Celebrating 50 Years of our Nutrition Program!

Farmers Market Program

All income eligible 60+ seniors receive a $50 electronic voucher for fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at the Collingswood Farmers’ Market, Haddonfield Farmers’ Market, Stella Farms, Pastore Orchards Inc, and Springdale Farms. Info: 856-858-3220 seniors@camdencounty

Grand Opening of the Maryann Wardlow Nutrition Center

Coming in the Fall

Senior Health Fair and Annual Flu Shot Program Launch Early October at the Voorhees Town Center

Nutrition Program Sites

Seniors 60 years and over, come join us at one of our Social Wellness Centers for door-to-door transportation, lunch and interactive activities including: ceramics, painting, games, mind and body programs, shopping trips and more.

Info: (856) 374-6005

Carol Norcross Senior Social Wellness Center

Monday - Friday 10 AM - 2 PM

512 Lakeland Road Blackwood, NJ

Pine Hill Senior Center

Monday - Friday 10 AM - 1 PM 131 E 12th Ave Pine Hill, NJ

Wayne Bryant Senior Center

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 AM - 1 PM 323 E Charleston Avenue Lawnside, NJ

Katz Jewish Community Center

Monday - Friday 10 AM - 1 PM 1301 Springdale Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08003

Home Delivered Meals Program

This program provides hot, nutritionally balanced meals to those county residents that are home bound, age 60 +.

Info: Felicia Buzard (856) 374-MEAL (6325) felicia.buzard@camdencounty.com

FUN ACTIVITIES

• Pickleball

• Billiards and Bowling

• Senior Golf

• Bingo

• Meditation/Healthy Lifestyles

• Chair Yoga/Gentle Yoga/ Tai Chi

• Bocce Ball

• Senior Dances

Grandparents Day at the New Jersey Aquarium September 8

MIND & BODY

• BingoCIZE

• Matter of Balance

• Stress Busters for Caregivers

• Caregiver Support

• Book Club

• Carol Norcross Senior Wellness Center After Hours

Info: Paula Toff - (856) 583-0269 paula.toff@camdencounty.com COMMISSIONER VIRGINIA BETTERIDGE CELEBRATING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF A NUTRITION PROGRAM PARTICIPANT

AWARENESS & PRIDE EVENTS

AWARENESS AND CULTURAL PRIDE

Wear Orange Concert and Fair

June 10

6 PM - Fair

8 PM - Concert: Black Violin Wiggins Waterfront Park

Info: CamdenCounty.com/WearOrange

Juneteenth: Freedom Day

June 17

8 PM - Concert: Marshall Charloff & the Purple xPeRIeNCE

Wiggins Waterfront Park

National Night Out

August 6

For events in your community visit CamdenCounty.com/NNO

Recovery Rocks: A Night Promoting Sober Living

August 8

8 PM - Concert: Everclear Cooper River Park: Jack Curtis Stadium

Remembrance and Hope Memorial Vigil

August 28

7:30 PM Timber Creek Park

To learn more about the memorial or register your loved one to be honored at the vigil, visit CamdenCounty.com/ AddictionAwarenessVigil

Haddon Township Pride

Parade & After Party

June 6

6 PM - 10 PM

Haddon Avenue

Haddon Township

Info: htpride.com

Haddon Township Pride &

Hispanic Heritage Month Recognizing Prominent

Hispanic Citizens

September 16

7 PM - Concert: Edgardo Cintron & The Mambo Magic Band Wiggins Waterfront Park

Italian American Festival

October 10

7 PM - Concert: Lights Out Cooper River Park: Jack Curtis Stadium

“Dia De Los Muertos” Celebration of Life

November 2

John Adler Memorial Park at Challenge Grove

LGBTQ+ PRIDE

Merchantville Pride Day

June 1

11 AM - 4 PM

Peak Secondhand Merchantville Info: peaksecondhand.com

Progress Community Night

June 7

5:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Haddon Square

Haddon Township

Info: htpride.com

Collingswood Pride Pop-Up Event

June 8

5 PM - 8 PM

Downtown Collingswood Info: collingswood.com

Camden City Pride

June 20

3 PM - 6 PM

Police Administration Building to Wiggins Waterfront Park

Camden

New Jersey Gay Pride “Out in the Park” Festival

September 8

12 PM - 6 PM

Cooper River Park Pennsauken

Info: jerseygaypride.com

Mechanical

COUNTY

Amalthea Cellars

209 Vineyard Rd

Info: amaltheacellars.com

SaddleHill 1407 White Horse Rd

Voorhees Township

Info: saddlehill.com

Sharrott Winery

370 S Egg Harbor Rd Hammonton

Info: sharrottwinery.com

White Horse

Hammonton

Info: whitehorsewinery.com

William Heritage

Armageddon

Raccoon Taproom

Red,

Brotherton

Tanner

Berlin

Tonewood Brewing 215 W Clinton Ave

Oaklyn Info: tonewoodbrewing.com

Tonewood Brewing 50 Clements Bridge Rd

Barrington Info: tonewoodbrewing.com

Whims

King’s

Wildfether

Info: facebook.com/Wildfether

EPIC EVENTS & TOWN FAVORITES

FARMERS

MARKETS

Collingswood Farmers Market

Every Saturday through Thanksgiving Between Collings and Irvine Avenues along PATCO

Info: collingswoodmarket.com

Haddon Heights Farmers Market

Sundays through November Station and Atlantic Avenue

Info: facebook.com/pages/ Haddon-Heights-Farmers-Market

Haddonfield Farmers Market

Saturdays through October Kings Court

Info: haddonfieldfarmersmarket.org

Merchantville Farmers Market

First Fridays, May - October

5 PM - 8 PM S Centre Street

Info: facebook.com/marketoffcentre

Westmont Farmers Market

Wednesdays, May through October

Haddon and Stratford Avenue

Info: facebook.com/pages/ Westmont-Farmers-Market

Gloucester Twp Farmers Market

Thursdays, June 6 - August 29

Veterans Park

1261 Chews Landing Road

Info: glotwp.com

Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge 10K November 3rd Ben Franklin Bridge

This popular 10K starts at the base of the Ben Franklin Bridge on the New Jersey side, crosses the bridge, doubles back, takes you through the waterfront area, and finishes at the Camden Athletic Complex. A two-mile bridge walk will immediately follow the start of the run. All Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge Event proceeds benefit the children of Larc School. Larc School provides services to hundreds of individuals with severe disabilities throughout South Jersey - at no cost to the families.

Info: runthebridge.org/ events@larcschool.org

TOWN FAVORITES

Haddonfield Skirmish

June 1

9 AM - 4 PM

Haddonfield

Info: facebook.com/ HaddonfieldSkirmish

Magnolia Night Market:

June 2, August 4, October 20

Magnolia

Info: instagram.com/ magnolianightmarket/?hl=en

Second Saturday

June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14

Collingswood

Info: collingswood.com/things_to_do/ arts_and_events/2nd_saturday.php

Gloucester City

Summer Concert Series at the Waterfront

June 11, 25, July 9, July 23, August 13, August 28

7:00 PM

Gloucester City

Info:

Facebook: @GloucesterCityEvents

Everyday People - Sly & The Family Stone Tribute Band

7 PM Chesilhurst

Cool Confusion - Covering the Hits from the 60s to Today!

7 PM

Waterford

Summer Solstice

Music Festival

June 21

Haddon Township

Info: haddontwp.com/newsevents

Somerdale Summer Concert Series

June 27, July 11, July 25, August 8, August 22, September 8

6:30 PM

Somerdale

Info: somerdale-nj.com

Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival

July 13-14

11 AM - 7 PM & 10 AM - 5 PM Info: collingswood.com

Collingswood Fine Arts and Craft Festival

August 17-18

Collingswood Info: collingswood.com

Barrington Brews, Beats & Eats

September 7

Info: dominicstavern.com/events/ food-truck-brews-beats-and-eats

Merchantville Music Fest

September 21

Merchantville Info: merchantvillemusicfest.org

Sippin on Station

September 28

Haddon Heights Info: hip4biz.com/upcoming-events

Collingswood Book Festival

October 5

Collingswood Info: collingswoodbookfestival.com

Barrington Harvest Festival

October 12

Barrington Info: barringtonboro.com/harvest-festival

Haddon Heights Fall Festival

October 26

Haddon Heights Info: hip4biz.com/upcoming-events

ENVIRONMENTAL & SUSTAINABLE EVENTS

ECO EVENTS

Household Hazardous

Waste Collection Events

8:30 AM - 3 PM (Rain or Shine)

Camden County Residents only, no businesses or commercial vehicles

Lindenwold Camden County Public Works Complex

June 8

2311 Egg Harbor Avenue

Pennsauken Sanitary Landfill

September 28

9600 North River Road

Lindenwold Camden County Public Works Complex

October 19

2311 Egg Harbor Avenue

Camden

Strong Clean Campaign

Saturday, June 1

Farnham Park, Park BIvd. & Baird Bivd Camden NJ 08102

Wednesday, June 12

Yorkship Square Camden, NJ 08102

Wednesday, June 26

Bergen Square, 5th & Chestnut St. & Newton Ave. Camden, NJ 08102

Wednesday, July 10

Dudley Grange Park, Federal St. & Dudley St Camden, NJ 08102

Saturday, July 20, Rev. Evers Park, 2500 Morgan Blvd., Camden, NJ 08102

Wednesday, July 31

Heart of Camden Parking Lot, Broadway & Ferry Ave. Camden, NJ 08102

Saturday, August 10

Lanning Square/ Cooper Plaza, 4th & Washington Park Camden, NJ 08102

Wednesday, August 21

Liberty Park – Staley Park, 7th & Chelton St. Camden, NJ 08102

Wednesday, September 4

Whitman Park Football Field, Sayrs Ave. & Davis St. Camden, NJ 08102

Wednesday, September 18

New Camden & Evergreen Cemeteries, Mt. Ephraim Avenue & Ferry Avenue Camden, NJ 08102

Summer Clean Ups

10 AM - 12 PM

Info: Contact Michael Hogan (609) 813-1583

Atco Lake Cleanup and Fishing Day

June 1

Meet at parking area at Vineyard Drive and Rt. 30

Cooper River Park Cleanup

June 15

Meet in the parking lot at Cuthbert Blvd and N. Park Drive.

Clementon Stream Cleanup

July 13

Meet at field along Garfield Ave., between Berlin Rd. and Gibbsboro Rd

Berlin Park Cleanup

August 10

North Park Dr. and West Broad Ave

CAMDEN COUNTY CERTIFIED GARDENERS

Certified Gardeners get an early start on the growing season in our expansive greenhouses, allowing for plenty of hands-on training.

Info: (856) 216 7130 njgarden@camdencounty.com

WATER ADVENTURES & EVENTS

Kayak on the Cooper Summer Evening Casual Paddles - FREE CLASSES!

Tuesday / Thursday

Bi-Weekly evening sessions

May 28 through August 15

A guided introduction to paddling on the Cooper River. In a small group setting, participants will learn the basics of kayaking under the guidance of a certified instructor. All equipment is provided by the Camden County Department of Parks. Classes will launch out of the Cooper River Yacht Club in Collingswood and will be 1.5-2 hours and are weather dependent. Ages 6 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Delaware River Festival

September 28

10 AM - 4 PM

This annual event brings people together and features a day of familyfriendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning to the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts.

Info: delawareriverfest.org

Cooper River Water Trail

Adventure Paddle - FREE!

A guided “Adventure” paddle for more experienced paddlers ages 14 and up. Explore the Cooper River Water trail from various launch points along the trail. Each paddle will be approximately 3 hours on the water with a stretch break. Plan for a 4 hour day.

Thanks for a grant from Upstream Alliance and the Camden County Parks Department

June 22

Cooper River Yacht Club to Camden County Parks office and return (4 hrs)

July 20

Camden County Park office to Kaign St dam (Need transportation for paddlers)

August 10

Cramer Hill upstream to Kaign St dam and back. Tide dependent

Camden County Yacht Club

450 South Park Drive

Collingswood

The Cooper River Yacht Club offers sailing lessons taught by US Sailingcertified instructors. Members, students and guests of CRYC enjoy sailing on a sheltered, non-tidal river, competitive regattas, sailboat races, sailing seminars, use of club-owned sailboats, canoes and kayaks, beautiful sunsets and welcoming social events for all ages.

Info: CooperRiverYC.org or (856) 869-9145.

CAMDEN COUNTY 4-H

Haunted Walk

October 11-12

7 PM - 10:30 PM

508 Lakeland Road

Blackwood, NJ 08012

Info: camden.njaes.rutgers.edu/4h

PARKS ALIVE 2025

CAMDEN COUNTY PARKS SYSTEM

The Camden County Parks System is a diverse system of parks serving a population of over 500,000. Within its 2,000+ acres of parkland there is something for everyone in Camden County to enjoy. The residents of Camden County can enjoy natural settings, areas for picnics, family gatherings, sporting events, beautiful waterways for fishing and boating, a wealth of playgrounds and a variety of ball fields close to home.

In 2022, the Camden County Board of Commissioners launched Parks Alive 2025. It’s a collection of priority park development projects over the next several years that reinvest in invaluable park features and reimagine our spaces to increase both active and passive amenities for residents and visitors. The plan addresses everything from critical environmental improvements, ADA and Universal Design enhancements, and improved safety and security measures to new equipment, facility upgrades, and so much more.

AN INVESTMENT IN OUR FUTURE

Wow Factor Projects

• New Signage, Mapping, and Interactive Outreach for All Parks (in progress)

• Cooper River Park Victims of Terrorism Memorial (completed 2023 for $300K)

• Wiggins Park Upgrades (completed 2023 for $600K)

• Cooper River Jack Curtis Stadium Track (completed 2022 for $1.3M)

• Cooper River Playground Improvements (coming Summer 2024)

• Von Nieda Park Basketball Court Improvements (completed 2023 for $56K)

Infrastructure Projects

• ADA Enhancements and Universal Design Improvements in All Parks (in progress)

• Cooper River Subaru Tree Canopy Picnic Pavilion (completed June 2024 for $330K)

• Wallworth Multi-Use Bridge Upgrades (completed 2022 for $265K)

• Haddon Lake Pedestrian Bridge and Picnic Area Upgrades (under construction for $290K)

• Berlin Park Pedestrian Bridge Upgrades (under construction for $599K)

Trails/Paving Projects

• Trail and Drainage Upgrades in All Parks (in progress)

• Atco Lake Conservation Area Trail and Lake improvements (in progress)

• Cooper River Exercise Station Improvements (starts construction in August 2024)

PARKS ALIVE 2025

Recreation Projects

• Cooper River Baseball Field Improvements ($1.1M)

• Jake’s Place at Challenge Grove Upgrades (completed 2023 for $584K)

• New Dog Park at Cooper River (completed 2024 for $775K)

• Newton Lake Park New Playgrounds (coming in 2024)

Waterway Projects

• Watershed Management Plan (in progress)

• Maintenance Dredging at Cooper River (coming in 2025)

• Kayak/Canoe Docks at Maria Barnaby Greenwald Park (in progress)

• Wiggins Park Marina Dock Improvements (starts construction June 2024)

To See the complete Parks Alive 2025 Plan, scan the QR code or visit: www.CamdenCounty.com/parks2025

COMMISSIONER JEFF NASH AT COOPER RIVER DOG PARK RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY

GRAND OPENING OF THE JACK CURTIS STADIUM MAKEOVER IN 2022

OUR PARKS

• Berlin Park

• Cooper River Park

• Maria Barnaby Greenwald Memorial Park

• Haddon Lake Park

• Hopkins Pond

• John Adler Memorial Park at Challenge Grove

• Kirkwood Lake

• Lake Worth

• Laurel Ravine

• New Brooklyn Park

• New Camden Park

• Newton Lake Park

• Pennypacker Park

• Pillings Lake

• Pyne Poynt Park

• Silver Lake Park

• Timber Creek Park

• Von Nieda Park

• Wallworth Park

• Wiggins Waterfront Park

For parks pavilion/picnic site rentals, field rentals, walk/run requests, program sign ups and more visit: camdencounty.com/service/parks

COOPER RIVER PARK AMENITIES

Camden County Boathouse

7050 North Park Drive

Pennsauken

Discover all the ways your event can come to life. Guests will enjoy its character and style - shaped by the vaulted ceilings, two stories of natural light, reclaimed beams, sculptural metal and crystal chandeliers, and a wrap-around porch with a perfect view of the Philadelphia skyline. The Camden County Boathouse at Cooper River is truly a one-of-a-kind venue for any event imaginable.

Info: (856) 661-3184 or visit CamdenCountyBoathouse.com

Camden County Driving Range at Cooper River

Monday-Sunday opens daily at 10 AM

8001 South Crescent Blvd Pennsauken

The Camden County Driving Range is a state-of-the-art golf center that offers an array of events and programs throughout the year.

Info: (856) 661-3636 or visit CamdenCounty.com

LaScala’s Birra at Cooper River Park

Monday-Wednesday 4 PM - 9 PM

Thursday 12 PM - 9 PM

Friday-Saturday 12 PM - 10 PM

Sunday 12PM - 8 PM

5300 N. Park Drive Pennsauken

LaScala’s Birra offers a scenic venue and large selection of Italian American favorites, creative pizzas & beers from around the world.

Info: (856) 333-6653 or visit lascalasbirra.com

SCOTTISH RITE CONCERT SERIES

PRESENTED BY THE CAMDEN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Tickets available online at or at the Scottish Rite Box Office (in-person or by phone at 856-858-1000) CamdenCounty.com/scottish-rite-concert-series

The Genesis Show, Performing The Famous Lyceum Ballroom Show

June 21

8 PM

Hollywood’s Greatest Game Shows – Play Live and Win Prizes!

June 29

8 PM

The FAB FourUSA Meets The Beatles

July 27

7 PM

Kenny Wayne ShepHErd Band

August 7

7:30 PM

Dave Mason’s Traffic Jam

August 9

8 PM

Killer Queen September 27

8 PM

Graham Nash with special guest Judy Collins

September 28 - 8 PM

September 29 - 7 PM

Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers

October 2

7:30 PM

Burton Cummings Of The Original The Guess Who

October 4

8 PM

Bruce Cockburn, plus Patty Larkin

November 9

8 PM

KILLER QUEEN

BRUCE HORNSBY

KENNY WAYNE SHEPHERD BAND

DAVE MASON’S TRAFFIC JAM

Camden County Board of Commissioners 1301 Park Boulevard Cherry Hill, NJ 08002-3752 CamdenCounty.com