XIAN ZHANG MUSIC DIRECTOR
GOT KIDS? What To Do!
Spring Fling!
We love the thought of Spring! With it comes sunshine, mixed with varying shades of blooms, and finally, the great outdoors welcomes us all. Our online calendars get filled with outdoor events which we are so lucky to gather for you. Be sure to sign up for our enewsletters that push out weekly alerts of what to do with the kids! Every one needs fresh ideas.
In this issue, we have spring and summer programs mixed in with theater shows and camps. We will also start our March Madness camp shout out eblasts of all the wonderful summer camp ideas that have come our way. Now that we are done with the camp fairs this past winter, we’re here to share our camp madness with you! We hope you witnessed the camp fairs and did your research. It’s time, it’s time, it’s time...to reserve your child’s spot this summer now.
This is the time to try something different. Expose your kids to a variety of classes and camps. Please say “NJ KIDS connected you” when calling our advertisers. Share this little book of ideas with your friends.
Winter:
Spring: March / April
Summer: May / June
Summer Fun: July (Digital only)
Back To School: August / September
Fall: October / November
Holiday: December (Digital only)
The NJ Kids Team
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The Super Live Fri, Apr 18 @ 8PM
Sailor Moon comes to life in a spectacular stage show with singing, dancing, costumes and dazzling stage effects. sailor moon
the temptations
Sat, Apr 19 @ 7:30PM
Relive the good old days of Motown with The Temptations and The Four Tops on their 40th Anniversary Tour. and the four tops
& joss stone melissa
Apr 24 @ 7:30PM Rock out with Melissa Etheridge (“I’m the Only One,” “Come to My Window”) and Joss Stone (“Super Duper Love”).
The Symphonic Experience Fri, May 16 @ 7:30PM NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience puts the popular anime on the big screen, accompanied by a spectacular orchestra. naruto
NJPAC thanks our generous Arts Education sponsors. For a full listing, please visit njpac.org/education.
The Music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton, and Beyond Sat, May 17 @ 8PM “Shake it off!” Vitamin String Quartet plays Taylor Swift, pop-meetsclassical covers from Bridgerton and more.
summer performing
Jul 8 – Aug 9
Beginner to advanced students ages 9 – 18 can sign up for performing arts programs in hip hop, acting, improvisation, singing and dancing. Sign up today! njpac.org/summer arts programs
NJ Kids On The Go! published by NJ Kids Media Group, Inc. | PO Box 542, Roseland, NJ 07068. We assume no responsibility for errors, changes or omissions, nor do we recommend programs,nor do we warrant the accuracy or reliatbility of any of the information contained in this book. Nothing hereincontained may be reproduced in any manner without written permission of NJ Kids Media Group, Inc.
Your Best Summer Ever Starts Here!
Adventure, excitement, and unforgettable memories await at Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey summer camps!
Camp Hoover (Middleville) – Sleep under the stars, swim, hike, and share epic nights around the campfire.
The OVAL (Maplewood) – Action-packed days full of exploration, challenges, and fun!
Unleash your creativity, make lifelong friends, and experience how curiosity meets courage.
Not a member, not a problem - everyone’s welcome.
Stop dreaming—start living your best summer! Sign up today at www.gshnj.org/summercamp.
Directory of Overnight Camps
Looking for a sleepaway camp? Here are some ideas of camps that came to the camp fairs. For camp descriptions and complete listing, go to www.njkidsonline.com/camp-guide
SLEEPAWAY CAMPS:
Camp Akiba
300 Camp Akiba Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 campakiba.com, 833-GO-AKIBA
Sleepaway, ACA Accredited
Camp Ballibay
1660 Ballibay Road, Wyalusing, PA 18853
campballibay.com, 570.746.3223
Ages: 8-16, Sleepaway Arts
YMCA Camp Bernie
327 Turkey Top Road, Port Murray, NJ 07865 campbernieymca.org, 908.832.5315
Entering grades 1-10
Camp Chateaugay
233 Gadway Road, Merrill, NY 12955 chateaugay.com, 518.565.9438
Ages: 7-17, ACA Accredited
Camp Hawkeye
165 Camp Good News Rd, Charlestown, NH www.CampHawkeye.com, 781.315.1297
Ages: 7-17
Camp Lakota
56 Park Road, Wurtsboro, NY 12790 www.camplakota.com, 845.888.5611
Ages: 6-16, ACA Accredited
YMCA Camp Mason
23 Birch Ridge Road, Hardwick, NJ 07825 campmason.org, 908.362.8217
Ages: 8-16, ACA Accredited
Camp Med-o-lark
82 Medolark Road, Washington, ME 04574 medolark.com, 207.845.2555
Ages: 8-16, ACA Accredited
Camp Michikamau
Harriman State Park, Lake Kanawauke Southfields, NY 10975
newmilfordymca.org, 973.758.9039
Ages: Grades 3-10, ACA Accredited
Camp Southwoods
532 Route 74, Paradox, NY 12858 www.campsouthwoods.com, 914.214.8780, Ages: 7-16, ACA Accredited, Sleepaway in the heart of the Adirondack Wilderness.
Fairview Lake YMCA Camps
1035 Fairview Lake Road, Newton, NJ 07860
fairviewlakeymca.org/summer, 973.383.9282
Grades 2-11, ACA Accredited, Sleepaway
Frost Valley YMCA
2000 Frost Valley Road, Claryville, NY 12725
frostvalley.org, 845.985.2291
Ages: 7-16, ACA Accredited, Sleepaway, CIT
Girl Scouts Heart of NJ Sleepaway
Camp Lou Henry Hoover 961 West Shore Dr, Middleville, NJ 07855 www.gshnj.org/summercamp, 908.947.1708
Ages: 6-16, Girls Sleepaway
Girl Scouts of Maine
Camp Pondicherry / Camp Natarswi 7-17 yrs, Sleepaway, Girls Camp, CIT www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/camp, 888.922.4763
Independent Lake Camp 70 Clark Rd, Thompson, PA 18465 www.independentlake.com, 800.399.2267
Ages: 6-17, ACA Accredited, Sleepaway
Pok-O-MacCready Camps 1391 Reber Road, Willsboro NY 12996
www.pokomac.com, 518-963-7656
Ages: 6-16, ACA Accredited, Sleepaway
YMCA Camp Bernie
112 Oak St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 www.ridgewoodymca.org, 201.444.5600
Grades 2-11, Overnight Camps, ACA Accredited
Trail Blazers
210 Deckertown Turnpike, Montague, NJ 07827 www.trailblazers.org, 212.529.5113
Ages: Grades 1-10, ACA Accredited, Sleepaway
Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
WE CARE LIKE A PARENT
Being a new parent has its ups and downs. For Deanna, the days after her daughter’s Audrina’s birth were filled with joys, but also stress. Born with a complex kidney issue, Audrina needed constant medical attention. At just 14 months old, she underwent a complex surgery to reconstruct her urinary tract.
Thankfully, Dr. Bilgutay, a board-certified pediatric urologist, was there for Audrina. She not only possessed the surgical expertise, but also provided unwavering comfort and care to the entire family. Dr. Bilgutay became more than just a doctor; she became a part of their family.
Today, Audrina is thriving. Deanna can confidently say that no matter the situation, the doctors at Hackensack Meridian Children’s Health are dedicated to every child, just like a parent. For nationally ranked care from the #1 children’s hospital in New Jersey, according to U.S. News & World Report, visit HackensackMeridianHealth.org/Kids.
To view Audrina’s Health Journey