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South Jersey Area August 2008 Events Calendar

Festivals, Exhibitions And Events In The South Jersey Region

by John Fischer
for About.com

Through August 10, 2008
Blueberry Picking at Johnson's Corner Farm in Medford
133 Church Road
Medford, NJ
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Hayrides $ 2.75 + tax per rider & pay for what you pick. Call 609-654-5894 for details

Through August 31, 2008
Sweet Corn & Peach Picking at Johnson's Corner Farm in Medford
Sweet Corn & Peach Picking
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the hour
Johnson's Corner Farm
Hayrides $2.75 + tax per rider & pay for what you pick.
609-654-5894

Through September 1, 2008
Tours on the Battleship New Jersey
Battleship New Jersey
Camden Waterfront
Camden, NJ
The Battleship will be operating during their spring/summer hours. They are open daily for tours from 9:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. During Independence Day Week you can take a tour of our nation's most decorated battleship, then enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs and all the fixin's on the Battleship's Fantail.
856-966-1652

August 1-3, 2008 The Sound of Music
8:00 p.m.
The Rancocas Valley Interfaith Players
Sacred Heart Auditorium
260 High St.
Mt. Holly
This is the 5th anniversary summer production for the Rancocas Valley Interfaith Players. Admission $10 in advance; $12 at door.
609-980-9128 or 609-346-8260

August 1-3, 2008
Camden County 4-H Fair
Friday: 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Camden County 4-H Fairgrounds
Lakeland Complex
Blackwood, NJ
This year's fair celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Camden County 4-H. There's something for everyone at this year's fair.

August 1 & 15, 2008
Middle County Music Series at Lindenwold Park
8:00 p.m.
Lindenwold Park
1000 United States Avenue
Lindenwold, NJ
Camden County's newest concert series held at the beautiful Lindenwold Park Amphitheater. Co-sponsored by Borough of Lindenwold. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, sit back, relax and enjoy the show! Parking is available on a first come first served basis. This month's concerts are MidSummer Jazz featuring The Monnette Sudler Quintetinclude Lucy Kaplansky (August 1) and Country Comes to Lindenwold featuring 4-Wheel Drive (August 15).
856-216-2170

August 2, 2008
Cars For A Cure
Muscular Dystrophy Benefit Car & Truck Show
8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Silver Diner
2131 Rt. 38
Cherry Hill, NJ
Top 40 Judged Show, plus 6 Foot "Best of Show" trophies for both stock & modified. $15.00 Day of Show All entry fees to be donated to the MDA Registration. Awards presented at 12:30 p.m. All makes and models are welcome and are encouraged to attend.
Call Gary 609-238-2315 for details.

August 2, 2008
Pam's Annual Freezing, Canning & Preserving Class
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Terhune Orchards
330 Cold Soil Road
Princeton, NJ
Pam is frequently asked for her advice on freezing and canning the fresh fruit picked at the farm. Learn Pam Mount’s secrets for enjoying summer’s bounty all year long! This free class is offered only once every summer. Please call in advance to reserve your place. The class will be held rain or shine. Terhune Orchards' own cider and donuts will be served as refreshments.
609-924-2310

August 2, 2008
Watermelon Bash
8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Burlington County Farmers' Market
Moorestown, NJ
Featuring Bad Dogz Band and Chef Tim Witcher, Chef at the Burlington County Institute of Technology.
609-265-5068

Saturdays, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2008
Cowtown Rodeo
7:30 p.m.
Cowtown Rodeo
780 Route #40
Pilesgrove, NJ
Events include: bareback bronc riding,calf roping, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, brahma bull riding,team roping and girls barrel racing. $15.00 - adults $10.00 - children, 12 years old and under. Special group rates.
856-769-3200

August 2 & 13, 2008
Open Tour Of Paulsdale
1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
Paulsdale
128 Hooton Road
Mt Laurel, NJ
Guided tour of the house and property focusing on the life of Alice Paul, the Paul family, Quaker history and women.
856-231-1885

August 4-9, 2008
2008 Pine Barrens Festival
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Church of the Holy Eucharist
Medford Lakes Road
Tabernacle, NJ
This annual Pine Barrens Festival, since 1989, has become a welcomed affair. It is a family oriented occasion and brings together people of all ages: young, teen, adult and seniors throughout the region. This festive event gives homage to our unique New Jersey Pine Barrens ecosystem. Food, beverages, rides, games, fireworks and entertainment foster new friendships to be formed and help established relationships to grow. It is during this period that we honor our local communities of Tabernacle, Shamong, Southampton, Woodland, Medford and Medford Lakes.
609-268-8383

August 5-8, 2008
Salem County Fair
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Salem County Fairgrounds
Route 40
Woodstown, NJ
The area's most agricultural county is known for its great County Fair. The fairgrounds are located just down the street from the Cowtown Rodeo.
856-769-0414

August 5, 11, 19, & 26, 2008
Sunset Jazz Music Series at Wiggins Waterfront Park
8:00 p.m.
Wiggins Waterfront Park
Foot of Mickle Boulevard
Camden, NJ
Wiggins Park Riverstage sits between The Camden Children's Garden and the Battleship New Jersey, overlooking the Philadelphia Skyline. Paid parking is available at a minimal fee. Bleacher seating is available for concerts with an estimated higher attendance. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcomed. This park is WiFi accessible. This month's concerts include the Kenny Garrett Quartet (August 5), Cintron (August 11), the Stanley Jordan Trio (August 19) and The Dirty Dozen Brass Band (August 26).
856-216-2170

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