2017 PARK EVENTS GUIDE Brought to you by the Camden County Board of Freeholders
WELCOME TO THE 2017 CAMDEN COUNTY PARK EVENTS GUIDE! The 2017 Park Events Guide is here to help you and your family plan another great season of fun and entertainment in Camden County’s parks and beyond. All of your family’s favorites are back this year, like the County Fair, the 4th of July Freedom Festival and the iconic Sunset Jazz Series at Wiggins Waterfront Park. With our jam-packed calendar full of family activities, there is truly something for everyone in this year’s guide. So, bring a blanket or a lawn chair and get ready to enjoy a great summer in Camden County. Planning an event of your own? Camden County’s picnic sites and pavilions can be reserved by calling (856) 216-2136. For the latest events and news, go to CamdenCounty.com, like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Don’t forget to share your photos with us by using the hashtag #CamdenCountyNJ. We hope you’ll enjoy everything Camden County has to offer this summer and we look forward to seeing you in the parks! Camden County Board of Freeholders
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El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico Camden Waterfront Sunset Jazz Series
2nd Annual Ike’s Pro Am Bass Tournament Camden Waterfront
Audra McLaughlin Cooper River Twilight Series
Chuck Prophet Haddon Lake Park Sundown Music Series
Moana Lindenwold Park Friday Family Fun Night
Contents, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Please visit CamdenCounty.com for updated events information. CamdenCounty.com
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At the foot of MLK Boulevard, Camden City
SUNSET JAZZ SERIES AT WIGGINS PARK All concerts start at 8 PM Shemekia Copeland June 12
El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico
Shemekia Copeland
El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico
June 19
Joey DeFrancesco July 10
Alicia Olatuja July 24
Maceo Parker August 7
The Bill Frisell Trio
featuring Tony Scherr & Kenny Wollesen August 21
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Joey DeFrancesco
The Bill Frisell Trio
Alicia Olatuja
Maceo Parker
SPECIAL EVENTS San Juan Bautista 60th Anniversary June 18, 3 PM Post parade concert. Dance to the sounds of Salsa & Merengue! Info: (856) 757-9600
17th Annual South Jersey Caribbean Festival July 22, 12 PM Experience the crafts, sounds & flavors of the region’s Caribbean community. Enjoy a day of steel drum music, jerk chicken and fun on the Camden Waterfront. Presented by the South Jersey Caribbean Cultural Organization. Info: (856) 580-0178 facebook.com/SJCaribbeanFestival
2nd Annual Ike’s Pro Am Bass Tournament & Benefit Dinner July 8, Live Weigh-in, 2 PM Delaware River Launching from the Camden Waterfront. New addition: kayak division. Family Fun Fest 11PM - 2PM at Wiggins Park with live music. There will also be a pre-tournament charity dinner with Pros on the Battleship NJ on July 7 at 6:30 PM. Info: theikefoundation.org
ROOSEVELT PLAZA PARK
th of July 2017
Camden Jam: Arts and Music Festival September 9, 2 PM - 8 PM The City of Camden and Connect the Lots is proud to host the third annual Camden Jam: Arts and Music Festival on Saturday, September 9th. The festival will feature live music and cultural arts performances including six-time Grammy-nominated American R&B singer and songwriter, Kelly Price and singer-songwriter, Bilal, with additional performances from locals artists and musicians. The festival also features food and clothing vendors, arts and crafts, a Kids Zone, an Eco Zone, and a Health Zone. This is a ticketed event. Info: connectthelotscamden.com
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INDEPENDENCE
CELEBRATIONS
CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT THE FREEDOM FESTIVAL ON THE CAMDEN WATERFRONT Presented by the Camden County Board of Freeholders and the City of Camden at Wiggins Park
Cherry Poppin’ Daddies
July 4, 5 PM – 10 PM, 5 PM Kickoff Salute to America and our Veterans 6:30 PM Cherry Poppin’ Daddies 8 PM WAR 9:30 PM
WAWA WELCOME AMERICA FIREWORKS
Fireworks Spectacular over the Delaware River
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Wilco
Drive-By Truckers
3 DAYS – 3 STAGES – 30+ ARTISTS On the Camden Waterfront
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Wilco, Conor Oberst, Hop Along, Amos Lee & Friends featuring Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Spoon, The Suffers, Chicano Batman. AT WIGGINS PARK
Drive-By Truckers
Charles Bradley & His Extraordinaires Angel Olsen
Preservation Hall Jazz Band The Record Company
Raff
Brownout
David Bromberg Quintet
Adia Victoria
Joseph Dave Hause & The Mermaid Arkells
Strand of Oaks
Pinegrove
Hurray for the Riff
Davy Knowles
Foxygen
Sweet Spirit
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The Suffers
Amos Lee
Xenia Rubinos The Dove & The Wolf
Hurray for the Riff Raff
No Good Sister Swift Technique Hurry
Strand of Oaks
Spoon
Hardwork Movement
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National Learn-to-Row Day June 3, 8 AM Join Cooper Rowing Club for a fun, free introduction to rowing for ages 12+. Info: CooperRowingClub.org
Park Between Route 130 and Cuthbert Boulevard on North Park Drive, Pennsauken
TWILIGHT CONCERT SERIES
20th Annual Top Rod Bassmasters Cooper River Bass Fishing Tournament July 22, 6 AM - 2 PM A highly anticipated buddy tournament by the Top Rod Bassmasters. Big payouts up to 5 places and lunker. Cash at ramp, $90. Preregister for a $10 discount. Info: TopRodBassmasters.com / (856) 305-6082 Antique Fire Apparatus Show August 6, 10 AM - 3 PM The Cradle of Liberty Antique Fire Apparatus Association (CLAFAA) brings our old and modern fire apparatus. Featuring antique ambulances, police vehicles and tow trucks from the 1700’s to today, a fire service-related flea market, activities, food and refreshments
All Concerts start at 8 PM Gary Puckett and The Union Gap June 15 Sympony in C Brass Ensemble Featuring patriotic, light classic, pop, rock, and more selections. June 29
Registration/email: CRCMembers@gmail.com
Info: CLAFAA.Org Quaker City Stringband
Symphony in C
Quaker City Stringband July 13 Audra McLaughlin Country Singer-Songwriter, “The Voice” Runner-up July 27
Pro-Line Jazz Band Featuring Larry McKenna August 10
The Fabulous Greaseband August 24
Gary Pucket and The Union Gap
SPECIAL EVENTS
Cardio on the Cooper May 20, June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1, 8 12 PM Corner of Cuthbert Blvd. & N. Park Dr. Join us Saturdays for a FREE 60 minute, calorie annihilating outdoor workout. All levels welcome. Info: CamdenCounty.com
REGATTAS
Additional information available at RegattaCentral.com
Cooper River Cyclocross (CRCX) October 14, 8 AM - 4 PM (rain or shine) Take in the unobstructed course view from the west end of Park Boulevard. Features local vendors, food trucks and a children’s race at approximately 12 PM. A USACycling license is required to participate. Info: facebook.com/CooperriverCX or (215) 651-0455 Italian American Festival Columbus Statue October 7, 11 AM - 4 PM A day rich in tradition featuring Italian food, kids activities, local wine tastings and a beer garden.
SRAA Regatta May 25-27 Dragon Boat Festival July 29 Ivy League Championships August 8
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Veterans Day Ceremony Veterans Island November 5, 1 PM
Philly Area FARE Walk for Food Allergy Oct 29 Info: fare.foodallergy.org/philadelphiaarea or (540) 242-8009
WALKS AND RUNS
Breathe Deep South Jersey 3.8-Mile Walk & Fun Run to End Lung Cancer Nov 4
Come out and support your favorite charity! Team Kidney 5K (#TKSK) June 17
Info: LUNGevity.org/southjersey (240) 801-5581 or southjersey@LUNGevity.org
Info: (215) 923-8611 ext. 735 team.kidney.org/event/2017TK5K
9th Annual ENYI MD Foundation 5K Run and Family Fun Walk Sept 24
Talk While You Walk / 5K Run for Melanoma June 24
Maryville’s Run/Walk for Recovery Oct. 1
Info: (866) 789-1000 / (516) 803-2304 or Signeri@cablevision.com
Info: josmun@maryvillenj.org or (856) 629-0244 x323
25TH ANNIVERSARY “NO FRILLS, JUST THRILLS” SUMMER RACE SERIES
Info: (856) 795-7840 or psmrf.org Walk Green-Walk for Cancer Institute: BAPS Charities June 25
Info: (856) 302-3843 / enyimdfoundation.org
Pennsauken NephCure Walk Oct 8
Info: bapscharities.org/user/kdpatel6 or (856) 751-7600
Info: nephcure.org or 1-866-NephCure (637-4287)
Antwan Dominique Reese Foundation: 1st Annual 2017 5K Walkathon “Just Walk” Aug 5
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night Walk Oct 14
Info: adrfinc.org or (856) 300-2641
IDF Walk for Primary Immunodeficiency Oct 15
Tri-State K-9 Response Team: Stars and Stripes: 5K Run & Fun Sept 9 Info: runsignup.com/tristate5k Walk For Freedom Heart 2 Heart Services Sept 9
Info: (908) 956-6642 / Lightthenight.org/nj
Info: (800) 296-4433 or walk@primaryimmune.org Southern New Jersey Fall Heart Walk Oct 21 Info: SNJFALLHW.org
Info: (856) 352-5424 Pennsauken 9/11 Heroes Run Sept 10 Info: Pennsauken@911heroesrun.org or (856) 905-0113
American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Oct 22 Info: PennsaukenNJStrides@Cancer.org or (856) 673-5721
Greater Philadelphia Pancreatic Cancer Research Walk/Run Nov 5
Presented by the South Jersey Athletic Club Info: southjerseyac.org
John McMenamin 10K (6.2 miles) June 13 1, 2 or 3 Loops (3.65, 7.3 or 10.95 miles) June 27 Jerry Nolan 1 Loop (3.65 miles) July 11 Harry W. Berkowitz 1 Mile Run & 1 or 2 Loops (3.65 or 7.3 miles) July 25 1 Loop Prediction Race (3.65 miles) August 8 1 Loop (3.65 miles) August 22
2017 CRPS Race for Pain Sept 16 Info: rsds.org
WALKS AND RUNS AT OTHER COUNTY PARKS
CHALLENGE GROVE PARK
TIMBER CREEK PARK
Bortons Mill Road, Cherry Hill
Chews Landing Road & Taylor Avenue, Blackwood
Kingsway Kickoff 5K Sept 16
Rasal’s Run - 5K/Walk/Dog Walk Sept 9
Info: KingswayLearningCenter.org
Info: aacnj.org/events or (856) 435-9116
UMDF Energy for Life Walkathon Sept 23
Marlin’s KIDS 2nd Annual Bark on the Bank 5K Run and Walk Oct 15
Info: (412) 793-8077
Info: marlinsKIDS.org CamdenCounty.com
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6 PM - 9 PM
12 PM
National Learn-to-Row Day
Matt Noffsinger
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10 Cardio On The Cooper
The Billy Hector Band/Annie Minogue
12 PM
17 Cardio On The Cooper
Wiggins Waterfront Park
18 San Juan Bautista - 60th Anniversary
3 PM
Cooper River, Pennsauken
Downtown Haddon Heights
17 Team Kidney 5K
4 PM - 8 PM
Timber Creek Park
17 Gloucester Township Police 10 AM Department Dog Walker Watch - 1 PM
17 Summer Night Heights
Timber Creek Park
Cooper River Park
Sharrott Winery
Cooper River Park
Cooper River Park
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Camden County College, Blackwood
Haddonfield Farmers Market
Atco Lake
Camden County College, Blackwood
Haddon Lake Park
Cooper River Park
Sharrott Winer
Haddon Lake Park
Cooper River Park
Collingswood Farmers Market
Cooper River Park
Sharrott Winery
12 PM - 2 PM
17 Bark In The Park
6 PM - 9 PM
15 Mike Cono
15 Gary Puckett & The Union Gap
8 PM
8 PM
12 Shemekia Copeland
13 No Frills, Just Thrills (25th Anniversary)
8:30 AM - 3 PM
8:30 AM
10 AM - 1 PM
8:30 AM - 3 PM
10 AM
7:30 PM
8 AM
8 AM
10 Electronics Recycling Event
10 Master Gardeners Table at Farmers Market
10 Stewards of Open Space Cleanups
10 Household Hazardous Waste Collection
10 Paisley Pickles
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Master Gardeners Table at Farmers Market
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Cardio On The Cooper
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Avi Wisnia
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20 Mike Cono
21 Steve Pullara and his Cool Beans Music Band
7:30 PM
10 AM
19 Anthony Salazar the Illusionist 19 OWEL / Michael Braunfeld
4 PM - 8 PM
10 AM
15 Yosi's Beach Party
15 Summer Night Heights
6 PM - 9 PM
8 PM
13 Matt Noffsinger
13 Quaker City Stringband
11 No Frills, Just Thrills (25th Anniversary)
9:30 AM & 11 AM
10 Young Explorers Summer Program
12 PM
10 AM - 1 PM
8:30 AM
11 AM - 2 PM
8:45 PM
7 PM
6 PM 9 PM
7:30 PM
10 AM
8 PM
12 PM
8 PM
Cardio On The Cooper
Stewards of Open Space Cleanups
Master Gardeners Table at Farmers’ Market
2nd Annual Ike's Pro Am Bass Tournament
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The Simon Mandal Magic Show
Avi Wisnia
Amy Helm & The Handsome Strangers / Skip Denenberg
The Simon Mandal Magic Show
WAR Plus Special Guests Cherry Poppin' Daddies
Cardio On The Cooper
10 Joey DeFrancesco
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Lindenwold Park
Sharrott Winery
Haddon Lake Park
Haddon Lake Park
Downtown Haddon Heights
Haddon Lake Park
Sharrott Winery,
Cooper River Park
Cooper River Park
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Cooper River Park
Lake Worth
Haddonfield Farmers Market
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Lindenwold Park
Lindenwold Park
Sharrott Winery
Haddon Lake Park
Haddon Lake Park
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Cooper River Park
10 AM - 1 PM
8:30 AM
8:15 PM
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Camden Jam: Arts and Music Festival
Full Harvest Moon Walk
SEPTEMBER
24 Stars Under The Stars Back to Broadway
24 The Fabulous Greaseband
22 Stars Under The Stars Back to Broadway
21 No Frills, Just Thrills (25th Anniversary)
21 The Bill Frisell Trio featuring Tony Scherr & Kenny Wollesen
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Cooper River Park
Lindenwold Park
Lindenwold Park
New Brooklyn Park
Haddon Lake Park
Animal Shelters & Centers County-wide
New Brooklyn Park
Haddonfield Farmers Market
Lindenwold Park
2 PM - 8 PM
7 PM
7:30 PM
8 PM
7:30 PM
8 PM
Roosevelt Plaza Park
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Haddon Lake Park
Cooper River Park
Haddon Lake Park
Cooper River Park
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Environmental Center, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Cherry Hill
9:30 AM & 11 AM
21 Young Explorers Summer Program
21 Crafting with Nature Program
6 PM
8:15 PM
7 PM
7 PM
21 Summer Ecology Walk
19 6th Annual bFIT4Lifers Run 4U 5K Run / Walkathon & Expo
18 The LEGO Batman Movie
18 Comedy Variety Act
17 Sinatra, Swing and More!
16 Phoebe Hunt & The Gatherers / 7:30 PM Marc Silver
14- National Check Your (CHIP) Day All Day 15
12 Stewards of Open Space Cleanups
12 Master Gardeners Table at Farmers Market
11 Finding Dory
9:30 PM
1 "Wawa Welcome America Fireworks"
August Continued
Delaware River, Camden
JULY
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22 Caribbean Sunrise
12 PM
24 Cardio On The Cooper
10 AM
9:30 AM & 11 AM
Delaware River
Cooper River Park
Sharrott Winery
Knight Park
Haddon Lake Park
Cooper River Park
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
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29 Symphony In "C"
30 "Wawa Welcome America Fireworks"
6 PM - 9 PM
29 Electric Beach Duo
28 Concert Band & Soldiers' Chorus 6:30 PM of the U.S. Army Field Band
28 Puppeteer Ventriloquist John Pizzi
27 No Frills, Just Thrills (25th Anniversary)
26 Young Explorers Summer Program
26 Crafting with Nature Program
Cooper River Park
Cooper River Park
Office of Sustainability, Blackwood
Environmental Center, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Cherry Hill
10 AM
25 Walk Green-Walk For Cancer Institute: BPAS Charities
Cooper River Park
Lindenwold Park
Lindenwold Park
New Brooklyn Park
Sharrott Winery
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Haddon Lake Park
Haddon Lake Park
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Environmental Center, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Cherry Hill
8:45 PM
24 Environmental Park Tour
24 Bugs, Shellfish and Beavers; Exploring Stream Health
24 Talk While You Walk / 5K Run for Melanoma
23 The Secret Life of Pets
7 PM
6 PM - 9 PM
22 Mike Lunemann
23 Sarah O'Brien
6:30 PM
21 Summer Solstice Walk
10 AM
7:30 PM
21 Alejandro Escovedo / Kendal Conrad
21 Steve Pullara and his Cool Beans Music Band
8 PM
19 El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico
Antwan Dominique Reese Foundation "Just Walk"
Macio Parker No Frills, Just Thrills (25th Anniversary)
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11 One Man Circus
10 Pro-Line Jazz Band featuring Larry McKenna
Full Sturgeon Moon Walk
Young Explorers Summer Program
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Antique Fire Apparatus Show
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Chuck Prophet / The Bones of J. R. Jones
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29 Dragon Boat Festival Regatta
7 PM
8 PM
8 PM
8 PM
9:30 AM & 11 AM
10 AM - 3 PM
8 PM
6 PM
7:30 PM
8 PM
27 Audra McLaughlin
8 PM
6 PM - 9 PM
28- XPoNential Music Festival 30
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Wiggins Waterfront Park
New Brooklyn Park
Newton Lake Park
Lindenwold Park
Cooper River Park
Cooper River Park
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Cooper River Park
Cooper River Park
Lindenwold Park
Lindenwold Park
Haddon Lake Park
Cooper River Park
The Camden Waterfront
Cooper River Park
Sharrott Winery
Cooper River Park
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Environmental Center, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Cherry Hill
9:30 AM & 11 AM
12 PM
7 AM
9 AM
27 Mike Lunemann
25 No Frills, Just Thrills (25th Anniversary)
24 Alicia Olatuja
24 Crafting with Nature Program
24 Young Explorers Summer Program
22 17th Annual South Jersey Caribbean Festival
22 One Soul
22 Newton Lake Ecology Walk
Environmental Center, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Cherry Hill
22 Pollinator Promenade
New Brooklyn Park
Cooper River Park
Lindenwold Park
2 PM - 8 PM
6 AM - 2PM
8:45 PM
22 Winslow Township Day
22 20th Annual Top Rod Bassmasters Cooper River Bass Fishing Tournament
21 Moana
10 AM - 5 PM
30 Berlin Park Ecology Walk
28 Spend $28 on the 28th
9 AM
27 Master Gardeners Homeowners 7 PM Series (Composting)
25 River Days at the Center for Aquatic Sciences
24 9th Annual ENYI MD Foundation 5K Run and Family Fun Walk
24 River Days at the Center for Aquatic Sciences
10 AM
7:45 AM - 11 AM
23- Early Fall Birding 24 on the Delaware
23- Walk to End Hydrocephalus 24
11 AM - 4 PM
23- Woofstock Annual Fundraiser 24
23- Bark In The Park 24
23 UMDF Energy for Life Walkathon
23- County Fair 24
12 PM - 2 PM
6 PM
22 Autumnal Equinox Nature Walk
10 AM - 12 PM
8:30 AM - 3 PM
10 AM - 1 PM
4 PM - 8 PM
23- Waterfront Festival 24
Haddon Lake Park
Cooper River Park
Timber Creek Park
Cooper River Park
Cooper River Park
Berlin Park
Downtown Collingswood
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Center for Aquatic Sciences
Cooper River Park
Center for Aquatic Sciences
Cooper River Park
Petty's Island
John Connelly Park
Timber Creek Park
Challenge Grove
Gloucester Township
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Downtown Haddon Heights
Cooper River Park
Challenge Grove
Office of Sustainability, Blackwood
Pennsauken Sanitary Landfill
Hidden Lake
Cooper River Park
Environmental Center, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Cherry Hill
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16 Summer Night Heights
16 2017 CRPS Race for Pain
16 Kingsway Kickoff 5K
16 Saturday Volunteer Days
16 Household Hazardous Waste Collection
16 Stewards of Open Space Cleanups
Mighty Migrations
Haddon Lake Ecology Walk
Stars and Stripes: 5K Run & Fun 9 AM - 12 PM
Rascal's Run - 5K Walk / Run / Dog Walk
Walk for Freedom with Heart 2 Heart Services
Tri-State K-9 Response Team: Stars and Stipes: 5K Run & Fun
10 Pennsauken 9/11 Heroes Run
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KIDS KAPERS 2017 Amy Helm and the Handsome Strangers July 5 plus special guest Skip Denenberg
SUNDOWN MUSIC SERIES
OWEL July 19
Showtime: Wednesday at 7:30 PM The Billy Hector Band June 7
plus special guest Michael Braunfeld Chuck Prophet August 2
plus special guest Annie Minogue
plus special guest The Bones of J.R. Jones
Alejandro Escovedo June 21
Phoebe Hunt & The Gatherers August 16
plus special guest Kendal Conrad
plus special guest Marc Silver
Showtime: Wednesdays at 10:00 AM Steve Pullara and His Cool Beans Music Band June 21 Puppeteer Ventriloquist John Pizzi June 28 The Simon Mandal Magic Show July 5 Anthony Salazar the Illusionist July 19
FAMILY VARIETY SERIES Showtime: Saturdays at 10:00 AM Paisley Pickles June 10 Yosi’s Beach Party July 15
Billy Hector
Alejandro Escovedo
Phoebe Hunt
Amy Helm
SPECIAL EVENT Stars Under the Stars– Back to Broadway August 22 and 24 at 7:30 PM The Village Playbox of Haddon Heights returns to Haddon Lake Park this summer for two different shows performing music
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Chuck Prophet
Antonio Salazar
John Pizzi
Steve Pullara
Yosi’s Beach Party
that makes you want to burst into song and dance! Performances will feature showstoppers from the most beloved musicals of all time–from the comedic, the dramatic, and the romantic there will be something to please every fan of Broadway musicals. Info: villageplaybox.org
LINDENWOLD FRIDAY FAMILY FUN NIGHTS
P A R K 1000 United States Avenue, Lindenwold
Friday nights this summer in Lindenwold Park feature entertainment for the entire family, followed by movies under the stars! Sarah O’Brien at 7 PM The Secret Life of Pets at 8:45 PM June 23 The Simon Mandal Magic Show at 7PM Sing at 8:45 PM July 7 Steve Pullara and His Cool Beans Music Band at 7 PM Moana at 8:45 PM July 21
SPECIAL EVENTS
One Man Circus at 7 PM Finding Dory at 8:15 PM August 11
Car Show at 6 PM
Classic Car Show & Concert August 4 The Blue Notes at 8 PM
Comedy Variety Act at 7 PM The LEGO Batman Movie at 8:15 PM August 18
The recording act who helped create the Sounds of Philadelphia with their hits: “Bad Luck”, “If You Don’t Know Me By Now” and many more.
The Blue Notes
WINSLOW TOWNSHIP FAMILY DAY Live Entertainment
Between New Freedom and New Brooklyn Roads, north of the Atlantic City Expressway, east of Rt. 536, Winslow Township
WINSLOW SUMMER MUSIC SERIES Showtime at 7 PM
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Sounds of the Caribbean Featuring Caribbean Sunrise Steel Band June 22 Get your bathing suits ready as the Island Music has you in the beach mode. Bahamas here we come!
July 22, 2 PM - 8 PM One Soul Tribute to the Temps & Tops - 7 PM
One Soul Tribute to the Temps & Tops July 22 The music of Motown will have you in a party mood as all the hits of The Temptations and 4-Tops fill the night.
Activities for Kids Social Agencies Food Vendors Communitiy Organizations Vendors and Info Tables Police, Fire, EMS Health Screen Lots of giveaways ...and more!
Sinatra, Swing, and More Featuring The City Rhythm Orchestra August 17 A show-stopping evening of your favorite standards. CamdenCounty.com
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COLLECTION EVENTS
TOOL LIBRARY
All Collection events are “Rain or Shine”. For more info: Visit CamdenCounty.com or call (856) 858-5241
The tool library is a free resource to all residents that provides free tool rentals for home projects.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTIONS
Info: sustainablecamdencounty.myturn.com/ library
Gloucester Township June 10, 8:30 AM - 3 PM Camden County College, Blackwood Pennsauken Sanitary Landfill September 16, 8:30 AM - 3 PM 9600 N. River Road, Pennsauken Camden County Public Works Complex October 14, 8:30 AM - 3 PM 2311 Egg Harbor Road, Lindenwold
ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER EVENTS
NATURE WALKS
Visit CamdenCounty.com for more information, meeting location and to register or call (856) 216-8216
Join Camden County Environmental Educator for a guided walk through the park. For more info: CamdenCounty.com
Young Explorers Summer Program June 26, July 10, July 24, August 7, August 21 1-3 year olds: 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM 3-5 year olds: 11 AM - 12 AM
Summer Solstice Walk June 21, 6:30 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Child-caregiver classes incorporate stories, walks and crafts to develop an awareness and appreciation for science and nature. Registration required. Crafting with Nature Program June 26, July 24, August 21 1 PM - 2:30 PM
ELECTRONICS WASTE EVENTS Gloucester Township June 10, 8:30 AM - 3 PM Camden County College, Blackwood Camden County Public Works Complex October 7, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM 2311 Egg Harbor Road, Lindenwold
SHREDDING EVENT Location TBD October 21, 8:30 AM - 12 PM
Youth ages 6 to 10. Join us to make beautiful crafts and discover the art of nature. Meet at the Camden County Environmental Center. Registration required. Saturday Family Programs Visit CamdenCounty.com for more information, meeting location and to register. Bugs, Shellfish and Beavers: Exploring Stream Health June 24, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill Pollinator Promenade July 22, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Haddon Lake Park, Haddon Heights
Newton Lake Ecology Walk July 22, 9AM Newton Lake Park, Haddon Township Full Sturgeon Moon Walk August 7, 8 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill Summer Ecology Walk August 21, 6 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill Haddon Lake Ecology Walk September 9, 9 AM Haddon Lake Park, Haddon Heights Full Harvest Moon Walk September 6, 7 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill Autumnal Equinox Nature Walk September 22, 6PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill Berlin Park Ecology Walk September 30, 9 AM Berlin Park, Berlin
Mighty Migrations September 9, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
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STEWARDS OF OPEN SPACE CLEANUPS
Homeowners Series
Join the Stewards of Open Space and Help us keep your parks beautiful. Gloves and tools provided.
Composting September 27, 7 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Info: CamdenCounty.com June 10, 10 AM - 1 PM Atco Lake, Waterford Twp July 8, 10 AM - 1 PM Lake Worth, Lindenwold August 12, 10 AM - 1 PM New Brooklyn Park Sept 16, 10 AM - 1 PM Hidden Lake
$10 per household per class. Pre-register or register day of 6:30 PM.
Bulbs October 27, 7 PM Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
OFFICE OF SUSTAINABILITY EVENTS Environmental Park Tour June 24, 10AM 508 Lakeland Road, Blackwood Camden River Days September 15 - October 15
Lakeland Complex, Blackwood September 23 & 24 Amusement rides, 4-H youth projects and animal exhibits, pony rides, live entertainment and more! Free parking and admission. Info: CamdenCounty.com
Join Camden County and partnering organizations for a host of events over four weeks celebrating this important resource. Info: tinyurl.com/m88cqap Saturday Volunteer Days September 16, 10 AM - 12 PM October 7, 10 AM - 12 PM
RUTGERS MASTER GARDENERS For info: camden.njaes.rutgers.edu, (856) 216-7130 ext 1, or njgarden@camdencounty.com Gardening Questions? Monday thru Friday from 9am – 12 pm; 856-216-7130 extension 1 If you have gardening questions call our Horticulture Hotline, to talk to a Master Gardener or email a question.
Gloves and tools provided Info: sustainablecamdencounty.org Waterfront Festival September 23 & 24
4-H EVENTS
Wiggins Waterfront at the Adventure Aquarium
Kiddie Pumpkin Patch October 20, 10 AM - 2 PM Lakeland, Blackwood A daytime hayride to the pumpkin patch is perfect for the little ones to pick out a pumpkin. Admission: $5 The Haunting October 20 & 21, 7 PM - 10:30 PM Lakeland, Blackwood Take a wagon ride through the haunted woods of Lakeland. Admission: $8 Adults; $5 Kids (under 10)
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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
PERFECT YOUR GAME–VISIT THE CAMDEN COUNTY GOLF ACADEMY & DRIVING RANGE!
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 that are close to home. For detailed information, visit CamdenCounty.com Berlin Park
New Camden Park
Challenge Grove Park
Newton Lake Park
The CCGA is conveniently located at the intersection of Route 130 South and North Park Drive in Pennsauken. Info: (856) 661-3636 or CamdenCounty.com Daily Hours: Monday-Sunday, 10 AM-9 PM Last bucket sold a half-hour prior to closing Programs Camden County Golf Academy offers an array of programs throughout the year, including but not limited to:
Cooper River Park
Pennypacker Park
Birthday Parties
Maria Barnaby Greenwald Memorial Park
Pillings Lake
High School Team Practices
Pyne Poynt Park
Skill Competitions
Haddon Lake Park
Silver Lake Park
Hopkins Pond
Golf Instruction
Timber Creek Park
Special Discount Programs
Von Nieda Park
Visit CamdenCounty.com or call (856) 661-3636 to learn more.
Kirkwood Lake Lake Worth Laurel Ravine New Brooklyn Park
Group Events
Golf Clinics
Wallworth Park
COOPER RIVER YACHT CLUB
Wiggins Waterfront Park
450 South Park Drive, Collingswood Cooper River Yacht Club has been the place to sail since 1945. It offers casual sailing and small boat racing. Classes and boat usage programs are available. New members are welcome. Info: CooperRiverYC.org / (856) 869-9145.
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CHALLENGE GROVE PARK & SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMMING The beautiful Challenge Grove Park is home to a variety of amenities, all fully accessible, to serve Camden County residents. It features Jake’s Place Playground, walking and bike paths, picnic areas, a pavilion, a basketball court, a softball field and more. Check out Boundless Field, a baseball field that provides an opportunity for children with disabilities to play baseball and other organized sports on a playing surface that can accommodate their special needs. The Challenger League of Cherry Hill and Camden County Miracle League both play baseball on the specially designed field. There are many more activities planned for this year for our residents with special needs: nature walks, arts and crafts, dances, special camps, adaptive rowing and kayak clinics, therapeutic horseback riding lessons, exercise classes, golf lessons, dance lessons, performing arts chorus and bell choir, special needs bike clinic, roller skating, ice skating and more! Camp Sunny Side is a five-week summer camp for individuals with disabilities 13+ years providing activities in art, music, computers, social skills and weekly field trips. Camp is at Camden County College and tuition is $75 per week.
Our Summer Evening Workshop is open to adults 18+ years to train in essential life planning skills and lasts 4 weeks from 6-8 PM at Camden County College. Tuition is $15 per week. For more information call (856) 216-2121. We are excited to offer these activities and opportunities to Camden County residents. Info: (856) 795-PARK (7275).
CELEBRATE IN STYLE AT CAMDEN COUNTY BOATHOUSE The Camden County Boathouse at Cooper River is a one-of-a-kind venue with unique features and possibilities you will only find here. With breathtaking views of the Delaware River & Philadelphia skyline, the Camden County Boathouse is truly a center for receptions, recreation, and racing. Info: camdencountyboathouse.com or (856) 661-3188.
Meetings & Corporate Events
• Wedding
The Camden County Boathouse is the perfect place to host your next meeting or corporate event, and offers the following amenities:
• Birthday
• Flexible meeting space
• Engagement & Anniversary Party
• Audio / visual capabilities
• Baby & Bridal Shower
• Central location with complimentary parking
Celebrations & Galas The Camden County Boathouse is the perfect place to celebrate your:
• Graduation Celebration
For more information or an application call 856-216-2121.
COOPER HOUSE RESTAURANT
WIGGINS PARK MARINA
The Cooper House Restaurant is the spot for friendly gatherings in the beer garden, dining room or deck, complete with firepit. Enjoy the spectacular views, evening sunsets and a comfortable yet decadent menu featuring appetizers, shared plates, sandwiches, burgers, and entrées.
Located on the Camden Waterfront, this 50-slip marina has had a complete makeover with a new Welcome Center and improved boater amenities including indoor restrooms, showers and laundry. It is open April-October. Daily, transient, and monthly dockage is available.
Info: (856) 333-6653 or visit cooperhousenj.com
Info: (856) 541-7222 / (856) 216-2151 or email marina@camdencounty.com. CamdenCounty.com
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VETERANS EVENTS Memorial Day Commemoration Camden County Veterans Cementery at Harleigh - 1640 Haddon Ave, Camden May 27, 10 AM Veterans Day Ceremony Veterans Island, Cooper River Park November 5, 1 PM Pearl Harbor Day Ceremony Battleship NJ December 8, 10:30 AM
KICK OFF AMERICA’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Presented by the Camden County Board of Freeholders and the Borough of Collingswood Concert Band & Soldiers’ Chorus of the U.S. Army Field Band Knight Park, Collingswood, Check CamdenCounty.com for rain information. June 28, 6:30 PM The internationally acclaimed United States Army Field Band of Washington, DC will continue its long tradition of presenting public performances when it appears in Collingswood at Knight Park on June 28th. A special veterans’ recognition ceremony will take place at 6:30 with the show beginning at 7:00 p.m. Guests should bring blankets and chairs. Families are welcome!
VISIT THE VINEYARDS MUSIC SERIES Enjoy an evening of live music and wine tastings at our local wineries. Concert free to residents, wine tasting and food available for purchase. Bring a blanket/chair. Thursdays, 6 PM – 9 PM Sharrott Winery 370 S Egg Harbor Rd, Hammonton Info: sharrottwinery.com Avi Wisnia June 1 & July 6
Mike Lunemann June 22 & July 27
Matt Noffsinger June 8 & July 13
Electric Beach Duo June 29
Mike Cono June 15
Mike Cono July 20
Amalthea Cellars Winery 209 Vineyard Rd, Atco Artists and dates to be announced, visit amaltheacellars.com
SUMMER NIGHT HEIGHTS!
June 17, July 15, August 19 and September 16, 4 PM – 8 PM Station Avenue, Haddon Heights Join us the 3rd Saturday of each month for live music, artisans, food and family fun.
SPEND $28 ON THE 28TH
Downtown Collingswood September 28 This “cash mob” shopping event asks shoppers to spend just $28 on September 28 to support local businesses! Enjoy local specials then bring $28+ in Collingswoodpurchased goods or services to a kidfriendly shop-local reception with food, refreshments, giveaways, and door prizes.
Camden County hosts and sponsors a variety of activities throughout the year, including concerts, educational and recreation opportunities for 55+ residents. Info: CamdenCounty.com / (856) 858-2986
INTERNATIONAL DAY Eastern Regional HS, Voorhees October 7, 1 PM – 5 PM
Embrace and appreciate the cultural diversity in our community with free ethnic food tasting and family cultural events. Info: voorheesnj.com or (856) 751-1364
14TH ANNUAL COLLINGSWOOD BOOK FESTIVAL Along Haddon Avenue in Collingswood October 7 10 AM – 4 PM, All events are free!
With over 50 presenting authors and 250 more authors and exhibitors, this awardwinning festival is the largest, longest running literary event in the Delaware Valley. Features authors, book signings, new and used book sales, exhibitors, book related vendors, poetry, storytellers, rare book appraisals, kids zone, food, entertainment and fun for book lovers of all ages. Info: collingswoodbookfestival.com
COOPER NORCROSS RUN THE BRIDGE Presented byAmeriHealth NJ Ben Franklin Bridge November 5
Info: runthebridge.org
MORE EVENTS Throughout Camden County
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PET EVENTS The Camden County Board of Freeholders is proud to support our local animal shelters! Check out these pet-friendly events happening throughout Camden County. Animal Welfare Association: Bark in the Park Timber Creek Park 12 PM - 2 PM, Rain or Shine Saturdays June 17, September 23 Fun free event for dogs and their people at Timber Creek Dog Park. Offering AWA’s exclusive Bark-tini™ dog cocktails, games, and information for pet owners. Info: awanj.org GTPD Dog Walker Watch Timber Creek Park June 17, 10 AM - 1 PM Bring your pet friendly dog and/or your child’s bicycle. Come out to learn how to keep your community safe with Dog Walker Watch and learn bike safety with Officers. Children will have the opportunity to ride their bicycles with officers through obstacle courses. Pet owners will have the opportunity to meet with pet vendors. More information: (856)374-5735 or jmclaughlin@gtpolice.com “National Check your CHIP” Day Camden County Animal Alliance Pet ID Campaign August 14-15, 2017 Animal Adoption Center, Animal Welfare Association and Camden County Animal Shelters are offering up to 500 free pet microchips to the first 500 people. Pet ID tag discounts, lost pet prevention and CHIP check-ups. Animal Adoption Center: Rascal’s Run Annual Fundraiser Timber Creek Park September 9, 9 AM Rascal’s Run 5K/Walk/Dog Walk benefits the Animal Adoption Center, South Jersey’s non-profit, no-kill animal shelter in Lindenwold. The Animal Adoption Center provides temporary shelter and medical care to unwanted companion animals in a no-kill environment. We shelter, nurture, and support rescued animals until they find their forever homes, which 751 of them did in 2015.
we Stars and Stripes: 5K Run & Fun Cooper River Park September 9, 9 AM - 12 PM Tri-State K-9 Response Team is hosting the Stars and Stripes: 5K Run & Fun at Cooper River Park on September 9th from 9am-12pm. This fun-filled event will pay tribute to our veterans, police and first responders. The event will start with a certified 5K road race/walk and a 1 mile fun walk. Participants are encouraged to run or walk with their well-conditioned dogs. All are welcome to the post party which will be like no other! There will be food, music, pawdicures, an animal communicator, demonstrations, and numerous vendors with unique services and items for purchase. The Tri-State K-9 Crisis Response Team is a 501(c) (3) private non-profit organization that is prepared to help victims deal with trauma on an emotional level with our registered and trained dog/handler teams.
pets Camden County Animal Shelter: Pledge-A-Paw Dog Walk and Event Camden County College, Blackwood October 21, 11 AM - 3 PM Camden County Animal Shelter will be hosting its 4th Annual Pledge-A-Paw Dog Walk and Event; sponsored by Camden County Board of Freeholders on Saturday, October 21st from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Camden County College in Blackwood, NJ. Over 200 walkers and 70 local vendors, animal welfare groups and rescues will be attending to raise pledges to benefit the animals of Camden County Animal Shelter. Info: ccasnj.org
Info: runsignup.com/tristate5K. Voorhees Animal Orphanage: Woofstock Annual Fundraiser John Connolly Park, Voorhees September 23 (rain date: October 7) 11 AM - 4 PM 21th Annual Woofstock Festival Outdoor family & pet friendly festival with live music from local musicians,dog demonstrations, gourmet food trucks, a raffle basket pavilion, an alumni parade, and special guests such as the Joseph Ferko String Band, Master Chef Joe Poon and Dr. Elizabeth Severino (Animal Communicator). Info: vaonj.org/woofstock2017
Info: www.aacnj.org
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