Triple Your Fun
Morey’s Piers and Beachfront Waterparks— Offering 3 piers packed with action and family fun including 7 world-class roller coasters, 2 unique beachfront waterparks and family rides galore. Make Morey’s Piers your destination for summer fun. 609-522-3900 To get an insider’s scoop from moms just like you visit: www.MoreysPiers.com/mom-tips
3. Try A Poem ... To Grow On! Poems To Grow On
are a unique keepsake. For summer-time — or anytime — capture memories through a one-of-a-kind poem, written for your child by an award-winning children’s author. Don’t worry, few things rhyme with “Are we there yet?” so we’ll leave this memory to you. 1-888-270-8832 • www.PoemsToGrowOn.com ®
4. Send Your Kids to College Cumberland County College’s Summer
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Academy for Kids, June 27-Aug. 26, offers classes to stimulate, educate and entertain children ages 5-16. 856-691-8600 ext. 338 • www.cccnj.edu/safk
Make slime!
Take a walk on the weird side 5. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum offers a fun, family experience! Located on the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Open every day! 609-347-2001 • www.ripleys.com
Kidz can make slime, try out their creativity in the kitchen, paint a special keepsake, or enjoy one of the many new Summer Camp programs, walk-in arts and crafts, science and cooking workshops that are available all summer long at Kidz Creations in Ocean City. 609-399-9922 • www.kidzcreationsnj.com
6. Feed your need for speed Go Karting at F1
New Jersey! Located at NJ Motorsports Park in Millville, get behind the wheel of real racing karts for as little as $25! Ages 12 & up. 856-327-7213 •www.NJMP.com
Have a Ball!
Hands on Fun at the Garden State Discovery Museum!
Let your imagination take flight…touch, explore, create! Extended summer hours: $5 after 5PM. Discovery Summer theater series returns with 2 new productions! Recognized as Top 20 children’s museum in the country! 856-424-1233 • www.discoverymuseum.com
8. Play Lacrosse with a Bear
All skill levels, ages 5 – 15 are welcome at Black Bear Lacrosse Summer Camp. Beach camps in Avalon and Stone Harbor, boys and girls; North Wildwood boys only. Call 215-421-9170 or check camp schedule online at www.blackbearlax.com
13. love lucy... The elephant that is. Now a historical landmark in Margate. www.lucytheelephant.org
14. Make Enchanted Dreams Come True!
24. Plan the Perfect Party... Like Magic!
fun with your little one while getting back in shape. Join other area mothers for pilates, pre-natal yoga, mommy and me workout challenge and other parenting classes at the Katz JCC in Cherry Hill. 856-424-4444 x 1116 • www.Katzjcc.Org/Parentingplace
15. Hire a Guardian Angel Spend quality time
25. Experience Schoolhouse Rock Live
title of World’s Longest Boardwalk. Street performers, famous boardwalk food and attractions along with tons of beach-side shopping accompany the beautiful ocean and beach views.
16. Listen to thunder on the AC boardwalk. Annual
9. Workout with your Baby! Have
10. Walk the plank The AC Boardwalk holds the
11. Take time for You Begin counseling Tans fade, but a stronger self or renewed relationship can last a lifetime. Connections Counseling, LLC. 856-845-4447 • www.connectionsnj.com
Dress-up weekday private play sessions! In August join Ariel for her Princess camp! Find out why SJ Magazine voted us Best Children’s Party. Haddonfield. 856-429-9909 • www.enchanteddreams.biz
with loved ones, while a “Guardian Angel” watches over all. Guardian Angels Sitting Service, LLC. Babysitting, Pet Sitting & Elderly Companionship. licensed, bonded and Insured. 609-884-4968, 1-877-470-4277 • www.GuardianAngelsSittingService.com Air Show Aug. 15. www.AtlanticCityNJ.com/acAirShow
17. Indulge yourself Indulge Beauty Salon and Nail Spa offers a full range of hair and nail services. The trained and experienced staff will revitalize your image and offer an elegant salon experience. 856-582-0101• www.indulgesalonnj.com
18. Meet Rocky Cape May County Zoo’s featured
Call Magic By Ed Entertainment & Rental Specialists about events for KIDS & ADULTS! Magic, face art, popular character & princess parties, moonbounces, cotton candy, sno-cone machines, sumo suit rentals & much more! 856-308-6244 • www.magicbyed.NET Presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company. Ocean City Music Pier. August 3, 10, 17 at 10:30 AM. $9/person. 609-525-9248 • www.OceanCityTheatreCompany.com
26. Share a Pie from any of the great pizza places on the boardwalks — just watch the seagulls, they like to share pie too.
27. make Tracks to Morris Arboretum for fun
in the Garden. The Garden Railway is an outdoor quarter mile track with model trains, surrounded by miniature world of leaves, bark, vines & twigs. “Painted Ladies” theme features colorful Victorian homes like those in Cape May. 215-247-5777 • www.morrisarboretum.org
Amur Tiger Rocky is one of the most visited animals at the zoo. With nearly 550 animals, the zoo is a must see. 609-465-5271• www.capemaycountyzoo.org
28. Get wet! Have a water balloon fight. 29. meet me at the hop Wildwood earned
kids to Chatterbox Restaurant in Ocean City. Every Wed. starting July 6 you can join your favorite character look-alikes for breakfast with a special kid’s menu and fun for all. 609-399-0113 • www.ChatterboxRestaurant.com
30. SIP, SHOP, SAVE! PartyLite 50% off Sample SALE!
Theater offers musicals, national touring acts, comedy, classic movies, children’s camp, workshops and junior musicals. Rent the Theater for your events. Dinner and cocktails next door at Mori’s. 856-691-1121 • www.LandisTheater.com
31. see a Broadway Musical
19. have breakfast with a princess or furry friend! Think Pink and bring the
20. Let us entertain you!! The historic Landis
21. go fly a kite Visit Air Circus on the boardwalk in OC, pick out your favorite find a park or beach and go for it!
22. give your child a bright beginning
Weekly themes, guest speakers, science, cooking, outdoor activities. Flexible schedules — only pay for days attended. $33/half day, $40/full day. Bright Beginnings West Pitman. 856-256-1166 • www.BrightBeginnings1978.com
23. Help Scientists Learn About Autism
The Children’s Hospital of Phila. needs children with or without autism to participate in research studies. Participants receive cognitive (IQ), social, and behavior testing. Families are paid for their time and travel. 866-570-6524 • www.centerforautismresearch.com
Climb 228 Steps The Absecon Lighthouse is the tallest in NJ & the country’s 3rd tallest! FREE
parking, museum, exhibits, gift shop. Open July & August daily 10am to 5pm, last climb 4:30pm. $7 to climb, $5 seniors, $4 kids. Leashed dogs welcome. Ask about our “Keeper Sleeper” Overnight Program, “Wacky Wednesdays” and Full Moon climbs. 31 S. Rhode Island Ave., AC. 609-449-1360• www.abseconlighthouse.org
the title of the “Birthplace of Rock and Roll” when the Comets performed in 1955. Enjoy the Doo Wop Experience tour and “Back to the 50s” museum. 609-523-1958
Wed., July 13 @ Dublin Pub, Evesham Rd., Marlton from 6-8 PM! FREE Appy’s, Drink Specials and Prizes! Call Lynn Bardowski at 856-546-0404 • www.partylite.biz/LynnsCandle Come see Annie the Musical presented by the OC POPS and OC Theatre Co. Middle Twp. Performing Arts Center. Aug. 16-18 at 7:30 PM. $20/$15 tickets. 609-463-1924 • www.OceanCityTheatreCompany.com
32. row, Row, Row a boat Rent a canoe and spend the day at Belleplain State Forest, Woodbine.
33. Learn to Sew Hand-sewing classes ages 5 and up, machine classes age 8 to adult; machines available; day & evening classes; mother-daughter classes to learn together. 856-358-8553 • www.LorisStitchingStudio.com
34. save a dolphin Visit the Marine Mammal Stranding Facility in Brigantine. 609-266-0538
35. overcome Obstacles Seek counseling/
therapy for yourself or family, couples counseling, child behavioral issues, addictions, domestic violence, depression. Locations in Hammonton, Atlantic City, Somers Point. 609-704-5384
36. camp out at one of the many area campgrounds.
37. reduce Summer Sizzle with new window treatments. Offering convenient shop-at-home service for window coverings and home décor accessories. We do the measurements and hang them for you! 856-854-9655 • www.BudgetBlinds.com/CherryHill
38. Start Pediatric Therapy Services Individual Occupational, Physical or Speech therapy services. Insurance accepted. Group sessions for Communication Skills, Art Therapy and Social Skills. Sessions begin 7/18 - 8/15. Reg. req. 856-678-4701 • www.professionaltherapynj.com
39. Go rollin’ on the boardwalk in an Atlantic City Rolling Chair.
40. Mommy and Me jewelry making
An adult and child create bracelets in this fun workshop. Saturday, August 6, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Salem Community College Glass Education Center, 286 Welchville Road, Alloway. $40. 856-935-3606 • www.Salemcc.edu
41. eat a Volcano Try the Rainforest Café’s explosive dessert. 609-345-5757 • www.rainforestcafe.com
42. Take a Magic Carpet Ride at Richland Carpet.
Providing quality sales and service since 1971. An exceptional selection of Carpeting, Vinyl, Hardwood, Area Rugs and Laminates. 856-697-3041 • www.richlandcarpet.com
43. Get sand in your shoes No excuses, even if
you’re not a beach person... get to the beach at least once.
44. Participate in YMCA Summer Camp
At the YMCA Camps of Medford, children make friends, gain positive self-esteem and grow individuality and independence. The variety of fun, positive camp experiences impact your child forever. Register today! 1-800-442-2267•www.ycamp.org
45. Lose Weight and Get Healthy! Learn
how to eat more, not less, while losing weight. Learn to eat healthy on the go and prepare budget-friendly meals for your family. 856-904-0170• www.wowadvantagegrp.com
46. See some sea shells by the seashore at The Discovery Seashell Museum in Ocean City.
47. bE A STAR Rising Stars in Millville offers a variety of dance, cheer, tumbling and martial arts classes. Call now for your free trial class! 609-377-9970 • www.risingstarcheeranddance.com
Fly like a seagull Ocean City Parasailing
Soar 500 feet above beautiful NJ beaches. 23 years of experience & 100% safety record. Take the flight of your life with our professional crew! Ages 6 and up. 609-399-3559 • www.oceancityparasail.com
49. Make Art at CAMP ABRAKADOODLE
4-day theme camps filled with art, games, music and summer fun! Only $125 – includes supplies and ART SHOW! Available for ages 3-5 & 6-10. 856-914-0521 • www.abrakadoodle.com/nj01
50. Dine in Little Havana Casona, in Collingswood, features traditional Cuban fare and Nouveau Latin cuisine. Mouth-watering traditional Cuban favorites include many gluten free & vegetarian options. Lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch. 856-845-5555 • www.mycasona.com
57. Dig for diamonds Tiny quartz crystals also
Bash! DJ Stevie Entertainment Provides edited music, high energy, lighting/FX. DJs, characters, entertainers, amusements, games, A/V services & more. Mention this ad for 10% off. 484-560-1293 • www.djstevieent.com
58. Ford invites you to drive one
51. Get the Family Together for a Summer
52. visit alex have a drink for a great charity. Check for an
Alex’s Lemonade stand in your area. www.alexslemonade.org
53. make a secret Getaway to Secrets Capri
Riviera Cancun. Be pampered with unlimited luxury at all-inclusive adults-only. Mani-pedis, champagne, strawberries & more! Four days from $893 pp from AC. Contact Karen at Take Wing Travel. 609-618-9599 •www.takewingtravel.com
54. Take Flight! Take your son or daughter on a high-
flying adventure they’ll never forget! Freeflight Aviation, SJ’s most family-friendly flight club, offers introductory flights and lessons for everyone in the family. 609-265-0399 • www.freeflight-aviation.com
55. giddy up and ride! Treat your kids to horseback riding lessons and a great summer camp at Atlantic Riding Center for Health in EHT. 609-926-2233 • www.arch206.org
56. send your kids to work at the Jersey Shore
Children’s Museum, kids 10 and under can “work” in a Pediatric ER, TV Newsroom, or Construction Zone. 609-645-7741
known as “Cape May Diamonds” are tossed and polished by the tides. They can be found on beaches throughout Cape May, although it’s best to prospect for the little gems at Sunset Beach during or after a storm. Fuel Efficiency is a priority for today’s families. No other brand offers more vehicles with 40 MPG than Ford. Stop in your local Ford Store and Drive One or visit www.qualityplusford.com
59. take a walk at The Walk. The Atlantic City Outlets offer name brands at a discount.
60. Host a Girl’s Night Out with
Premier Designs Jewelry and receive FREE jewelry. It’s a great way to jump start the holiday shopping season. Call Jen Langlois 609-209-5327.
61. Get Music Lessons Programs for all ages, private lessons, rock school, Glee song and dance, choir, build a guitar, preschool music, group guitar and piano camp. OLD TOWNE MUSIC Turnersville, West Deptford, Swedesboro. 856-228-0003 • www.oldtownemusic.com
62. Let Your Creativity Soar! Every
day is family day at the Philadelphia Museum of Art! Explore the collection with fun daily gallery tours led by Museum Educators. Children 12 and under FREE. 215-763-8100 • www.philamuseum.org/education
have gallons of fun Beat the heat at CoCo Key Water Resort, New Jersey’s Ultimate Indoor Water
Resort! Over 1,000 ft. of water slide adventure and 150,000 gallons of fun for all ages. Open all day, every day this summer! 877.494.CoCo(2626) • www.MtLaurelCoCoKey.com
64. Treat Yourself to Some New JewelryWoodbury’s Finest Boutique, Sparkles and Lashes, offers the
hottest bangles, jimmy crystal watches, swarovski sunglasses and rings and much more. The jewelry you’ll love to wear and hate to give away. Gift certificates available. 856-537-7520
65. Taste the Best Summer Treat 38 delicious soft serve ice cream flavors — all available in regular, sugar free or fat free! Water ice, cannoli pops, ice cream sundaes, brownie pies and more. Scoopy’s Too, 1002 Cooper St, Deptford. 856-853-7117
66. enjoy Affordable Family Fun Night at Sports & More! Come enjoy the pool, various
inflatables, rockwall, basketball & volleyball courts, amazing jumping pillow and more! Thursday & Friday Nights, 6:30-9PM. Only $25 for a family of 4, or $8/person. 856-401-8111 • www.sportsandmorefun.com
67. Hang Out At The “Coolest” Place In Town Canlan Ice Sports is the place to keep cool this summer for ice skating, Bounce Mania, summer hockey, skating, Monday family fun night for $5 or Bounce Mania camps! 856-691-2222 • www.icesports.com/vineland
68. Massage Away Your Mommy-Stress Enjoy a guilt-free break from motherhood at Absolute Haven — thier soothing massages, delicious aromatherapy & revitalizing facials will bring you back from the brink of “mommy madness!” 856-753-9993 • www.absolutehaven.com
69. Have Your Shopping Done For You WeGoShop.com personalized grocery shopping and delivery service. Need a break? Perfect for busy moms, busy professionals or home-bound individuals. We go shop … so you don’t have to! 877-934-6746 ext. 29 • www.wegoshop.com
70. Join Playgroups Plus Summer Children’s
80. Go yard Saleing! at South Harrison Community
71. Relive your childhood Step back in time
81. It’s Party Time! Birthdays, BBQs, family
Programs filled w/ love & fun! Weekly enrollment ages 3-8. Parents Night Out every Wed. and Sat.evening. Early Learning Center, Margate. 609-823-4644 • www.PlaygroupsPlus.com
as you walk though Storybook Land’s nursery rhymethemed park. Timeless childhood favorites promise fun for the whole family. 609-641-7847 • www.storybookland.com
72. Pamper Your Pet Who will care for your pets
while your family is at the shore? We feed and play with your pets & even collect the mail while you’re away! Bonded & insured. Free consultation. 856-296-6206 • www.thepoopandnothingbut.com
Yard Sale. Join us every Saturday and Sunday at our community yard sale. South Harrison Self Storage. Vendors and customers are welcome. 7am -3pm. 856-241-9955
gatherings... we do them all! Providing tents, tables, chairs, linens & catering supplies, dunk tanks, bounce houses, water slides, cotton candy, popcorn, sno-cone, frozen drink machines. 856-374-1300 • www.PreferredPartyRentals.com
82. Dine Out with Magic at The Stone Harbor Bar & Grill!
Family night Sundays 5-8pm with professional tableside magic and balloon creations by Mike the Magician. Stop by and enjoy a cold cocktail and great food. 609-368-8800
73. Break a leg You can’t live in South Jersey and not 83. Straighten Out Your Kids! Take them know at least a dozen great seafood restaurants. Try Crabby’s in Mays Landing for all you can eat specials. 609-625-2722
74. Eat Ice Enjoy Primo Water Ice, ice cream, bubble tea and a large party room. Free games for children and teens. Outside catering available. Fog machine, disco & strobe lights. 28 Haddon Ave, Haddon Township. 856-854-8221
75. Go Deep sea fishing on a local charter boat. 76. have some FREE Family Fun and Great Music! The Promenade at Sagemore’s Annual Summer Concert Series provides uplifting summer sounds w/out leaving town! Every Wed. evening in July & Aug., 6:30-8:30pm, Center Court. 856-985-3849. For schedule visit www.ThePromenadeNJ.com
77. Splash Down at Splash Zone. The #1 Family-
Friendly water park in Wildwood. Fully-gated with shallow water and great view of kids everywhere in the park. Check out deals online! 609-729-5600 • www.splashzonewaterpark.com
to The Good Life Family Chiropractic Centre in Vineland for a complimentary spine and posture check up with this ad. Specializing in infants, children, pregnancy and family care. 856-794-9888 • www.thegoodlifefamily.com
84. buy sunblock Toss out last year’s lotion or
at least check the expiration date or you’ll wish you did.
85. Walk in the Steps of Your Ancestors Have you started researching your family background and want to experience it first hand? Work with a travel expert to plan a genealogy tour to the country your ancestors came from. 856-692-4663 • gtravelingagent@aol.com
86. Don’t Rock the Boat Visit The Atlantus, a
concrete ship built during WWI, just offshore at Sunset Beach in Cape May.
87. Rejuvenate Yourself Rizzieri Aveda School can change your hairstyle, revitalize your skin with a facial, give an elemental nature massage and a pedicure. Rizzieri Student Salon & Spa. 856-988-8600 • www.RizzieriSchools.com
78. Play at Steel Pier in AC where everyone can 88. Celebrate with a bang! 4th of July Jam come and play! Rides, amusement games, boardwalk food and fun. Open Monday through Friday 3pm – midnight, Saturday and Sundays noon – 1am. Virginia Ave and the Boardwalk. www.steelpier.com
79. Go Bowling! Youth summer bowling program
starts week of June 20 at 10 am or 12 pm. $10/child each week. Includes: bowling, rental shoes and a choice of 4 kid’s meals. Call Brunswick Zone Turnersville at 856-629-2422
and Grand Finale Fireworks Cap off Independence Day weekend at the nation’s largest free outdoor 4th of July concert, headlined by The Roots, followed by a light-upthe-sky fireworks display. 5-11 p.m. FREE. Benjamin Franklin Parkway between 18th & 23rd Streets. 215-683-2200 • www.visitphilly.com/events.
89. Make a Difference this Summer!
Volunteering is a great way to spend family time together and do something for the community. Find the opportunity that’s right for you at www.jerseycares.org.
90. Ride a bicycle built for two Area bike
paths and boardwalks make any bike ride fun. Try out one of the many new two or three seater surrey styles available. 1-800-976-5679 • www.surfbuggycenters.com
91. Listen to the music Since opening in 1929,
the AC Boardwalk Hall has showcased hundreds of special events. To get the schedule of headliners this season call 609-348-7000 or visit www.boardwalkhall.com
Come Out & Rock Saturday July 23!
TD Bank Performing Arts Center, Sewell The Southampton Twp. Recreation Association presents the Freedom Gives Back concert featuring Bruce in the USA “The Most Powerful & Intense Springsteen Tribute Band on the Planet.” Come out and rock while supporting youth sports and wounded military charities. www.freedomgivesback.com www.TDBankarts.com•www.STRAsports.org
Go on a Pirate Treasure Hunt!
Visit Pirate Voyages in Ocean City for an old fashioned pirate experience aboard the “Sea Dragon” on the Bay. Face painting, storytelling, treasure hunting & more. Daily trips, private birthday parties & private evening charters. Fun for all ages! 609-398-7555 • www.piratevoyages.com
94. Have a bagel on the beach New York Style Bagels, baked fresh daily, homemade baked goods, mouth watering breakfast and lunch sandwiches. 609-377-5160 • www.BagelGourmet2.com
95. PUT A NICE SMILE ON YOUR KID’S FACE... LITERALLY!!! Summer is the time
to start braces and get the “have to miss a school day” appointment out of the way! Mention SJ MOM for $350 credit at Articolo Orthodontics! Multiple locations. 856-227-2412 • www.BracesOn.com
96. breakfast is key! Have breakfast with one of our Nation’s most influencial Founding Fathers, Ben Franklin. Program is held every Sat. morning through Labor Day. Reservations req. by Fri. at 3 p.m. 215-965-2311 • www.BreakfastwithBen.com
97. Enroll Your Child in a Summer Enrichment Program ABC LEARNING ACADEMY
is now accepting enrollment for their Summer Enrichment Program. Classes include creative arts/ crafts, weekly themes and events, indoor/outdoor playground. Infant-13yrs. Ext. hrs avail. 856-457-5514
98. Buy Local Spend Saturdays with local farmers
in this unique log cabin setting. Get fresh produce and artisanal specialties at Medford Lakes Farmer’s Market. Chef’s demos, music & more. 8:30a-12:30p. Trading Post Way, Medford Lakes. www.MarketAtTheLakes.org
99. Get Out of the Heat and See a Show
Mainstage Center For the Arts in Blackwood. Camp Rock: July 13,14,15; Disney’s Aladdin, Jr.: July 20,21,22; Hairspray: July 22,23,29,30; Annie,Jr : July 27,28,29 and Disney Princesses and Friends: Aug. 3,4,5. 856-227-3091 • www.mainstage.org
100. Performing & Fine Arts Camp Dance, Drama,
Musical Theater, Painting, Drawing, Ceramics. Ages 4 and up. Full/Half Day options - choose 1 week or more! 16 Rockhill Rd, Cherry Hill. 856-427-0100 • www.aimdanceandfitness.com
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