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Moorestown Theater Company Setting The Stage for Summer of 2023

Moorestown Theater Company Summer Stage

’23: MTC hosts ‘Summer Stage’, an award-winning mu-

sical theater camp for children who will be ‘rising’ 1st Graders through 12th Graders in the 2023-24 School Year. MTC was just named the ‘Outstanding

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Community Theater of the Year’ for 2022 by the New Jersey Association of Community Theatres. In addition to that award, MTC has been honored to receive 53 other ‘Best Of’ Awards from various Delaware Valley publications and organizations since 2007, including a dozen for ‘Best Summer Camp’. Besides these local awards, MTC has also won two Regional Awards in 2017 at the Eastern States Theater Association Festival (ESTA Fest) in Wilmington, DE, and 15 Cast and / or Individual National Awards at the iTheatrics Junior Theater Festival (JTF) since 2013.

For MTC’s Summer Stage, which we have held since 2006,

all of our Directors and Counselors are all in college or beyond, and we have a Staff to Camper ratio of four to one.

Session Information:

Session I / Disney’s Finding

Nemo, Jr. / Rising Grades 1 to 9 /

Three weeks (June 10, 17, 21 – 24, 26 – 30, July 5 – 7) / Show Dates on July 5, 6, 7

Session II / Heathers, Teen Edition / Rising Grades 8 to 12 /

Three weeks (June 26 – July 14) /

Show Dates on July 11, 12, 13, 14

Session III / The SpongeBob

Musical, Youth Edition / Rising Grades 1 to 12 / Three weeks (July 17 – Aug. 4) / Show Dates on August 1, 2, 3, 4

Session IV / The Wizard Of Oz

/ Rising Grades 1 to 12 / Three weeks (Aug. 7 – 25) / Show Dates on August 22, 23, 24, 25

Daily Information:

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Drop-Off

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Morning Classes and / or Rehearsals

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch / Play Break – Campers bring their lunch from home everyday except for Thursday Chick-Fil-A Days (if you pre-order)

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Afternoon Rehearsal – Campers rehearse for that session’s musical

2:25 PM – 2:35 PM: MTC-provided Afternoon Snack

Registration & Information: Visit www.MoorestownTheaterCompany.org or call 856/778-8357.

The American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is in search of volunteer drivers for their Road to Recovery® program. The Road to Recovery® program is a volunteer transportation service that provides people needing cancer treatment with free rides to and from their appointments.

be able to help, but they may not always have the time or resources to provide every ride. A successful transportation assistance program can be a tremendous asset to those in need, and a fulfilling opportunity for volunteers. Just ask volunteer driver Cathy Hilliard, of Greater Philadelphia.

ing how difficult it must’ve been for her to be dealing with cancer all by herself at that age and realized the importance of the time I spent with her. She hugged me when I left (her last ride after finishing chemo) which made me teary eyed and still does when I think about it today.”

July 31 - August 11, 2023

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Camp Directors - Kenneth Bean and Paul Bryan

For young musicians ages 10-18. Campers will participate in lessons, chamber music, band, orchestra, and more.

People needing cancer treatment often cite transportation to and from appointments as a critical need. Many people need daily or weekly treatment, often over the course of several months. Family and friends may

Cathy fondly remembers the first ride she ever volunteered for: a woman in her 90s who lived alone, with no family close by.

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“From an emotional standpoint, this is one of the most fulfilling volunteer opportunities there is. You see the impact you’re having right in front of you.” Cathy says, “These patients may not get to their treatments if they don’t have rides, and it’s so important they have somebody to take them. From a logistical standpoint as a volunteer, you can pick when you volunteer and make it work with your schedule.”

If you’re interested in a flexible volunteer opportunity that is sure to impact the lives of those experiencing cancer, please visit cancer.org/drive or call 800-2272345 to learn more about volunteering with the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery® program.

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Court Appointed Special Advocates, for children, are trained community volunteers assigned by Judges to advocate for the needs and best in-

terests of children removed from their own homes by the state Child Welfare agency for their safety due to abuse and neglect at the hands of their caretaker.

Picture yourself as a young child, or one of your own children taken from the only family you have known for reasons you may not understand. How would you feel? What would you need most? We believe that what

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assignment. The training is provided during the work day and in the evening to accommodate different schedules. To find out more about this volunteer opportunity sign up for an information session through our website: www.casaMB.org

you need is a reassuring adult who has volunteered and been trained to fight for your best interests and for your return to a safe and permanent home. Someone who understands the issues and can help you navigate a complex court system. The Advocate meets with child and everyone involved in the case and through regular reports keeps the Judge informed about the activities in the case. This is the role that our volunteers play in the lives of these children at this critical and difficult time.

Successful volunteers come from all backgrounds, ages and professions all you need to have is a flexible schedule and about 20 hours per month to give to a child in need. Volunteers receive 30 hours of training and undergo a screening process before

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The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical

Cherry Hill High School West has a long tradition of theatrical excellence dating back to the 1980’s. Current director, Carolyn Messias, is a product of this excellence as an alumna of the Class of 1984. When she took over the program in 2007, she vowed to continue the high standard of quality that the Cherry Hill community has come to expect.

Each year, West produces two musicals – one in the fall and one in the spring. Messias tries to balance old favorites with more contemporary selections. In the past, West has performed standards like Phantom of the Opera, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and

Chicago along with Hairspray, In The Heights and We Will Rock You. This spring’s production is The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, a musical first produced on Broadway in 2017. West will be one of the first high schools in the areal to mount a production.

The musical is based on the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series by Rick Riordan and follows Percy Jackson on his hero’s journey. As a son of Poseidon, Percy Jackson has newly discovered powers he can’t control, monsters on his trail, and is on a quest to fine Zeus’s lightning bolt to prevent a war between the Greek gods. The infusion of a rock score and mythological

Great Times Day Camp

Great Times Day Camp is South Jersey’s perfect local camp for children ages 3-14. Campers are cared for by certified teachers in a safe and positive environment. Swimming lessons in our two in-ground pools and a 25-acre lake for boating, fishing and tubing give ample time for water play. Great Times’ programs include arts and crafts, music, horsemanship, baseball, soccer, basketball, gaga, cooking and nature. Older children may add to their challenges by participating in camp-outs, archery, boating, woodworking, tennis, street hockey and our ropes challenge course as they choose their own weekly schedules. Hot lunch is provided as a part of the camp program, with a variety of nutritious choices available daily. To add to the excitement, weekly trips are offered at no extra charge to various sites and activities around South Jersey. For the more adventurous campers, one night campouts are offered to give campers the opportunity to have a bonfire and sleep overnight in the wooded camp environment.

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gods will excite fans of all ages. The Lighting Thief has been described as “a thoroughly endearing family musical … with one foot in Harry Potter and the other in Dear Evan Hansen.” Performances begin March 16 at the Cherry Hill HS West auditorium. Shows are March 16, 17, 18, 24, 25 at 7PM and March 24 at 2PM. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students and senior citizens and can be purchased at the door one hour before showtime or on showtix4u.com. There is a special senior matinee on March 21 at 10:30AM that includes a catered lunch with the purchase of the $10 ticket. Direct inquiries to 856.663.8006, extension 1224.

What Is Your Child Doing This Summer?

both full and part-time weekly programs, with sessions lasting from two through nine weeks. Parents may elect to pick and choose individual weeks to conform to other vacation plans.

This summer we are offering 2 thru 10 week options. Doorto-door transportation is available, as well as a camp shirt and camp bag to carry all necessary items to and from camp. Extended hours are available to give the extra hours needed to working parents. During the summer, Great Times Day Camp has an open door policy where parents may visit their children at any time.

Great Times Day Camp has begun holding individual tours and as camp has sold out each spring for the past 44 years, if you would like your child to be a part of the legacy of excitement and fun, call early for a copy of the brochure package.

Conveniently located just minutes from the Old Berlin Circle, Route 73 and Route 30.

For more information, call (609) 567-2166, visit www.greattimesdaycamp.com or e-mail info@greattimesdaycamp.com.

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The American Cancer Society takes your safety seriously and has implemented new guidelines to minimize COVID-19 risks to patients and volunteer drivers. Volunteer drivers are required to certify that they are fully vaccinated and will continue to maintain that status during their service to the program.

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The Symphony Summer Camp

The Symphony Summer Camp is a fantastic opportunity for young musicians to learn from Symphony in C’s talented roster of teaching artists,

who hail from such institutions as the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, the Curtis Institute of Music, and other renowned music conservatories.

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Professional musicians play sideby-side with small groups of students for two weeks, exposing campers to an exceptional level of talent and instruction.

Our program includes group lessons, chamber music, and large ensembles (String Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Full Orchestra), as well as unique elective courses that we offer on a rotational basis. The elective courses for the 2023 camp (each camper chooses two) are: All-South Jersey Prep, Career Paths for Musicians, Conducting Seminar, Exploration of Musical Theater, Music Theory, and World Music. The camp will culminate with a final concert where professionals and students perform

together in various small and large ensembles.

The Symphony Summer Camp will be held at Rutgers-University Camden from July 31 - August 11, 2023, meeting weekdays from 8:30am-12:30pm. Students ages 10-18 with at least a year of experience playing one of the following instruments are eligible to participate: Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Percussion, Violin, Viola, Cello, Double Bass. Tuition for the full two weeks of camp is $595, and we offer a sibling discount as well as an early-registration discount for applications received on or before March 31, 2023. We do have some additional financial

aid available as well. For those in need of financial assistance, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, as these funds are distributed on a rolling basis.

Join us this summer and discover why one camper says “Symphony in C Summer Camp has always been a highlight of my summer and I’ve made more memories than I can count. Every year it’s always a blast and I come out with a stronger love for music.”

Call us at 856-240-1503 with any questions, and visit our website, www.symphonyinc.org/summer-camp, for complete details and to apply today!

JB Bakery, where everything is always Just Baked, and people are always smiling

JB Bakery began as a bagel and bread shop in 1952. Over time, ownership passed from family to family, and the product line increased. Fifteen years ago, Burlington native Stephen Simon purchased JB and made it what it is today: a local landmark and dessert lover’s paradise that is regularly voted one of Burlington County’s best bakeries. Originally, JB stood for “John’s Burlington Bakery”, the bakery’s founders, Mr. Simon sees it as “Always Just Baked” because it operates 24 hours a day to produce fresh-baked products. At JB, professional bakers and pastry chefs employ traditional methods to perfect the art of dessert making. They use scratch mixes and high-quality

ingredients free of preservatives and imitation flavors, with the human element involved from creation to consumption. The bakery offers hard-to-find specialties from all over the world, holiday delicacies, seasonal specials, fresh bread and rolls, a coffee bar, and exceptional service. The chefs design custom cakes for weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, Sweet 16s, Bar and Bat Mitzvah, holidays, reunions, and many other occasions; by establishing relationships with customers and listening to their ideas, JB’s all-star staff turns cake dreams into reality.

Through the years, JB has become a Burlington County landmark. It is annually featured in the local news, and

people visit from out-of-state to tour the facility and taste the sweets. Guests cherish walking in and experiencing the rich aroma that is unique to real, old-fashioned bakeries. A few years ago, JB gained fame for introducing its ever-popular “Whale Cookie,” a sugary delight inspired by the brave beluga that swam the Delaware River. The bakery was especially honored to host Food Network Chef Robert Irvine for an episode of Dinner Impossible, entitled “Nightshift: Impossible”, during which Irvine used JB’s oldworld techniques and machinery to pull a culinary all-nighter.

Above all, JB is a family bakery and a part of the local community. Generations have come to regard it as “their” bakery, and it is common for people who grew up with JB birthday cakes to feature JB at their weddings as well. It is the official bakery of Burlington’s Wood Street Fair and supports other local events such as Festival of Lights, Bike Night, and the car show. JB frequently makes gift and product donations to local organizations and fundraising efforts, and it creates jobs for community members. Come visit us at 712 S High St, Burlington or call Today (609)386-2295.

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Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

Westfield Friends School, located in Cinnaminson, NJ, is an independent, coeducational day school for students in preschool through grade 8. Shaped by centuries of progressive Quaker practice, Westfield Friends School provides the kind of education—the kind of childhood—that allows children to develop into confident, capable, and whole adults.

An inspiring academic setting, an empowering community, and a strong moral compass—these are the inseparable elements of the Westfield Friends experience.

Working in unison, they produce deeply satisfying results. We’re proud to say that our graduates help create the world we seek.

Since we are a day school, our students live at home with their families here in Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester Counties, NJ, and throughout other areas in southern New Jersey and the greater Philadelphia area. We believe that a diverse community leads to a confident, empowered child. In the warm embrace of our historic Cinnaminson campus, curiosity and compassion are kin. Equity and respect

Westfield Friends SchoolThe World We Seek For Our Children Begins Here Future Scholars

Early Learning Center

Early childhood education is the foundation for your child’s future development. Future Scholars provides an environment where children can learn the social and cognitive skills needed throughout their lives. Future Scholars is family owned and operated, and has been accommodating the needs of parents and their children for over 15 years. They offer classes for children 6 weeks to 13 years old including school age care, full day Kindergarten and Summer Camp. Future Scholars is a 4 Star quality rated Grow NJ Kids program with flexible scheduling, affordable pricing and dropin hourly care.

Future Scholars implements the award winning, nationally recognized, Creative Curriculum, a play-based learning program which encourages confidence, creativity and critical thinking. Classrooms are formed according to age and ability, challeng-

ing children to focus on keeping their minds and bodies moving. The state of the art educational facility provides a caring and loving environment with certified, experienced and friendly teachers and staff.

Do you have a plan for your child this Summer? Future Scholars is now enrolling for Summer Camp. Your child will enjoy daily, age appropriate activities, as well as field trips. Call for details and to secure your child’s spot this summer.

Extraordinary Teachers Needed! We are looking for fun, caring teachers to join our family. Full and Part Time positions are available.

Future Scholars is located in Bruni Square at 1351 Route 38 West, Building B, Suite 1, Hainesport, NJ (Behind Lab Corp).

Open 6:30am-6:30pm Monday through Friday 609-518-1333 www.futurescholarslearning.com

make us stronger, smarter, and more resilient. We celebrate each child’s unique spirit even as we honor the principles that bind us together. This is a place where learning becomes a joyful shared pursuit.

VISIT US! Schedule a Family Tour. Visit westfieldfriends.org for more information.

SUMMER CAMP! At Westfield Friends School from June 20th - August 11th, children ages 3 through to rising 3rd graders can enjoy a fun-filled summer, where we’ll hold a weekly theme-based program complete with STEAM activities, field trips, and water play! Register online until May 15th at westfieldfriends.org/summercamp.

Westfield Friends School is located at 2201 Riverton Road, Cinnaminson, NJ 08077.

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