PRESENTED BY THE CAMDEN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TODD RUNDGREN • THE SPINNERS • JOAN OSBORNE WHEATUS • STANLEY CLARKE • TIFFANY
BOB MOULD • RUBEN STUDDARD • JULIAN MARLEY & THE UPRISING LOW CUT CONNIE • DUMPSTAPHUNK • ED LOVER • TOO MANY ZOOZ
CHUCK PROPHET & HIS CUMBIA SHOES • TAB BENOIT • AL DI MEOLA
KARINA RYKMAN • WHO’S BAD • START MAKING SENSE • MATT CAPPY
JONATHAN POWELL & MAMBO JAZZ PARTY • STACEY KENT • S.J. BAUTISTA • YACHT ROCK GOLD
THE HOBBS SISTERS • GOSPEL ALONG THE WATERFRONT WITH HEZEKIAH WALKER • SPD WILL POWER • THE GREG FARNESE SEXTET • THE TISBURYS • MOTOWN REVIEW • HIT MEN
4 PEACE OF MIND • FRANKIE & THE FLAT LINERS • EVERYDAY PEOPLE • FISH EYED BLUES
WELCOME WELCOME
The 2025 Park Events Guide is the best way you can stay up to date on all the wonderful programs and events Camden County has to offer this season. Whether it’s celebrating Independence Day at Freedom Festival on the Camden Waterfront or catching a free summer concert at a variety of our parks this summer; the more than 2,500 acres of parkland and green spaces provides something to do for everyone in our community. To keep providing these quality outdoor spaces, the Board of Commissioners has continued working on its $100 million plan to revitalize the county’s 24 parks, conservation areas and waterways.
The Parks Alive 2025 initiative has successfully completed over 30 projects since being introduced in 2022. Among these projects are the Cooper River Skatepark, a $900,000 project that was opened in December, a new softball field at Cooper River Park that was completed in September, $1.3 million in playground renovations at Newton Lake Park, and much more.
Additionally, the county has continued to work on the design and development of Camden County LINK Trail. In 2023, the county received $19 million from the US Department of Transportation’s Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability & Equity Grants program for the trail. When completed, the Camden County LINK Trail will travel through 17 Camden County communities, from the Ben Franklin Bridge in Camden to the Pinelands National Reserve in Winslow Township.
Camden County’s parks and green spaces are bustling with activity all summer long. From fitness classes to mindfulness yoga sessions, cultural celebrations and more, we invite everyone to come out and enjoy what our world class parks system has to offer. The Board of Commissioners is proud to present another incredible season of fun and recreation for our residents and we look forward to the continued improvement and enhancement of the Camden County Parks System.
Jeffrey L. Nash
Louis Cappelli, Jr., Director
Edward T. McDonnell, Deputy Director
Virginia Betteridge Al Dyer
Jennifer Fleisher
Jonathan L. Young, Sr.
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CONCERTS
SUNSET JAZZ SERIES AT WIGGINS PARK
ROLAND TRAYNOR RIVER STAGE
MONDAYS AT 8PM
TAB BENOIT
June 2
One of the most impressive guitarists to emerge from the rich Bayous of Southern Louisiana in recent years, Tab Benoit has become Louisiana’s Number One Blues export
WHO’S BAD: THE ULTIMATE MICHAEL JACKSON EXPERIENCE
June 9
A live tribute show celebrating the legendary music and dance of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson
JULIAN
MARLEY & THE UPRISING
June 23
The son of reggae legend Bob Marley, Julian carries on his father’s legacy, creating music inspired by life and spirituality that transcends musical genres
TAB BENOIT
JULIAN MARLEY & THE UPRISING
AL DI MEOLA
June 30
The guitar pioneer’s blend of world music and jazz, complex rhythmic syncopation, and provocative lyrical melodies are at the forefront of his five-plus decades in music
ED LOVER PRESENTS THE LIVE MIXTAPE BAND
July 14
Ed Lover leads a dynamic lineup of friends as The Live Mixtape Band, your passport to an electrifying journey through the best of Hip Hop and R&B from the 80s, 90s, 2000s, and beyond
DUMPSTAPHUNK
July 28
This live juggernaut has forged a reputation as one of the most respected New Orleans musical institutions as the city’s premiere 21st-century funk-fusion group
JONATHAN POWELL & MAMBO JAZZ PARTY
August 4
Bandleader Jonathan Powell leads his new Latin jazz group, Mambo Jazz Party, drawing on his 20-year career as one of NYC’s premier trumpet players
*This tour supported by Jazz Road, a national initiative of South Arts, which is funded by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation with additional support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation
STACEY KENT
August 11
The American jazz singer brings her multilingual repertoire to life with delicately nuanced interpretations that transcend borders and defy categorization
STANLEY CLARKE BAND
August 25
The 4x Grammy-winning bassist and Philadelphia native showcases decades of accumulated expertise and a lifetime of legendary accomplishments
RUBEN STUDDARD: MY TRIBUTE TO LUTHER
September 8
Famed American Idol winner and renowned vocalist pays homage to the songbook of the late soul and R&B icon, Luther Vandross
STANLEY CLARKE BAND
DUMPSTAPHUNK
RUBEN STUDDARD
CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY AT THE
FREEDOM FESTIVAL FREEDOM FESTIVAL FESTIVAL
FRIDAY, JULY 4
ROLAND TRAYNOR RIVER STAGE THE SPINNERS
8 PM
Among the most iconic and enduring groups in the classic soul pantheon, The Spinners enjoy universal appeal owing to a classic catalog of songs that have earned their place in the Great American Songbook
MATT CAPPY & FRIENDS
6 PM
South Jersey’s own accomplished instrumentalist, composer, and arranger brings along friends to accompany his soulful trumpet melodies
FIREWORKS
SPECTACULAR OVER THE DELAWARE RIVER
9:30 PM
This festival brings thousands of people together to enjoy a series of artists and a spectacular firework show from Serpico Pyrotechnics
THE SPINNERS
MATT CAPPY
SPECIAL EVENTS IN CAMDEN CITY
Connect the Lots Programing
Scan the QR code to learn more
Creating safe and vibrant gathering places for the residents of the City of Camden
Juneteenth Celebration
June 19
4:30 PM - 9 PM
Roosevelt Park Plaza
Presented in conjunction with the City of Camden
Info: (856) 757-7200 or Mayor@camdennj.com
68th Annual San Juan Bautista Parade and Concert
June 29
12 PM - Parade start
3 PM - Post parade concert
Featuring Brenda K Starr
Presented by Parada San Juan Bautista Inc.
Info:
Parade: (856) 757-9600
Post Parade Festival: (609) 220-7880
25th Annual South Jersey Caribbean Festival
July 12
2 PM - 8 PM
Presented by the South Jersey Caribbean Cultural Organization
South Jersey Caribbean Festival is a FREE family event that features Caribbean music and dance performances. There will be food and craft vendors, kids activities, community resources and more
Info: (856) 580-0178
sjcaribbean.org
facebook.com/sjcaribbeanfestival
Dominican Restoration Day
August 17
Parade: 12 PM - 3 PM
Concert: 2 PM - 7 PM
Hosted by Movimiento Tricolor Info: (718) 785-7561 general@movitricolor.org
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COOPER RIVER PARK COOPER RIVER PARK
CONCERTS
TWILIGHT CONCERT
SERIES AT COOPER RIVER PARK
JACK CURTIS STADIUM AT COOPER RIVER PARK
THURSDAYS AT 8PM
THE HOBBS SISTERS
June 12
Country music’s hottest duo known for their big voices and powerful harmonies
HOBBS SISTERS
TODD RUNDGREN
June 26
Born and raised in Philadelphia, the legendary musician, songwriter, and producer’s sophisticated music and versatile multi-decade career have landed him in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
TIFFANY
July 17
A pop singer best known for her 1987 cover of Tommy James and the Shondells’ song “I Think We’re Alone Now”
TIFFANY
YACHT ROCK GOLD FEAT. ELLIOT LURIE
July 31
Yacht Rock Gold Experience brings all your favorite hits from the late 1970’s-early 1980’s to new generations of music fans
THE GREG FARNESE SEXTET
August 7
Vocalist Greg Farnese, with Jim Holton, Shane Aaserud, Victor North, Tim Hutson and Tony Miceli perform contemporary pop tunes in jazz arrangements
Scholastic Rowing Association of America Championships
May 21 - 23
IRA National
Championship Regatta
May 29 - 31
REGATTA ECONOMIC IMPACT
Regattas inject more than $20 million a year into Camden County’s regional economy, creating a significant indirect and direct economic impact on the local marketplace
SPECIAL EVENTS
Antique Fire Apparatus Show
August 3
10 AM - 3 PM
Info: CLAFAA.org
Top Rod Bassmasters
Annual Cooper River Open
Buddy Bass Tournament
October 11
7 AM - 3 PM (registration 4:45 AM)
Info: toprodbassmasters.com
Cooper River
Cyclocross (CRCX)
October 19
8 AM - 4 PM
Info: facebook.com/CooperriverCX or (215) 651-0455
FITNESS CLASSES
Get your mind and body in shape this summer! All classes are FREE and take place at Cooper River Park on the Vista Deck. Bring your own mat! (Corner of North Park Drive and Cuthbert Blvd.)
All classes require registration, go to camdencounty.com/parks or scan the QR code below
Mindful Mondays Yoga
June 2 - September 29
(No class September 1)
6 PM
Zumba Tuesdays
May 27 - September 30
6:30 PM
Wednesday Morning Yoga
May 28 - September 24
9:15 AM
Thursday Afternoon Yoga
May 29 - September 25
6 PM
Cardio on the Cooper Fridays
May 30 - September 26
(No class July 4)
8:30 AM
WALKS & RUNS
Strong Bond Health 5K
June 7
BAPS Charities Walk/Run
June 8
Telugu Association of South Jersey 5K
June 15
Jesus Bread of Life 5K
June 28
Philadelphia HBCU Alumni Alliance Run/Walk
June 28
Poopy Doo’s Animal Rescue Rainbow Bridge 5K & Walk
August 23
Dan Melleby Memorial 5K Walk
September 6
Foundations Inc. 5k
September 6
9/11 Heroes Run
September 7
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
September 13
BookSmiles 5K
September 14
Genesis Counseling Center Walk the Talk Christopher Schultes 5K/ Walk For Recovery
September 21
Stepping Out Walk for Scleroderma
September 21
Maryville Addiction Treatment Center - Race for Recovery 5K & Fun Walk
September 27
Joseph’s House of Camden 5K
October 4
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Light the Night
October 4
National Brain Tumor Society Race for Hope Greater Philadelphia
October 11
Puzzle Pieces Squared
October 12
HL Lanier Community Development 5K
October 18
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
October 19
Ronald McDonald House 5k
October 25
Habitat for Humanity 5K
October 25
Starting Point 5K
November 1
Stride Against Hunger Walk/Run a thon
November 8
HADDON LAKE PARK HADDON LAKE PARK
CONCERTS
SUNDOWN MUSIC SERIES AT HADDON LAKE PARK
MCLAUGHLIN NORCROSS MEMORIAL DELL
WEDNESDAYS AT 7:30PM
LOW CUT CONNIE
PLUS SUG DANIELS
June 4
Philly’s own Adam Weiner and his band bring good-time rock and roll to the stage with their high-energy performance
START MAKING SENSE: A TRIBUTE TO TALKING HEADS
PLUS LENA FINE
June 18
An amazing show inspired by and aiming to faithfully celebrate the genius of Talking Heads’ entire musical catalog
TOO MANY ZOOZ
PLUS BEST BEAR
July 2
This instrumental trio rose from the NYC subways to stardom with their signature “brass house” style, performing with acts like Beyoncé and The Chicks
TOO MANY ZOOZ
LOW CUT CONNIE
THE TISBURYS
PLUS THE DESCRIBERS
July 16
Fresh off the release of their brand new album, A Still Life Revisited, the Philly-based band delivers songs that find home in both packed dive bars and stadiums
BOB MOULD
PLUS MARIA MIRENZI
July 30
Punk pioneer and Hüsker Dü founder, Mould has redefined guitar driven rock countless times with his prolific catalog and decades-long career
JOAN OSBORNE
PLUS JACKSON PINES
August 13
An incredibly versatile singersongwriter and multi-platinum recording artist best known for her Grammy-nominated single “One of Us” and her exploration of rock, blues, folk, & more
WHEATUS
PLUS BREN
August 27
Their timeless anthem “Teenage Dirtbag” rose on the charts and defined a generation. The band continues their pop-rock legacy in celebration of their hit single’s 25th anniversary
KARINA RYKMAN
PLUS DAVID BAKEY
September 3
Straddling the worlds of jam rock and indie pop, this rising star’s effervescent and psychedelic presence comes to life in musical form
CHUCK PROPHET & HIS CUMBIA SHOES
PLUS JAY BYHAM
September 17
The California native blurs the lines between tradition and innovation with his new chart-topping Americana album exploring the world of Cumbia music
JOAN OSBOURNE
KARINA RYKMAN
WHEATUS
HADDON LAKE PARK HADDON LAKE PARK
EVENTS
KIDS KAPERS
SHOWTIME: WEDNESDAYS AT 9 AM
ONE MAN CIRCUS
June 25
Juggling, magic & more
KIDS FUN MAGIC
July 2
Magical illusions and storytelling
YOSIE & EUGENE PAJAMA PARTY
July 9
Dancing, singing and bedtime stories
STARS UNDER THE STARS 2025: THE DIVAS AND THE DIVOS
August 19 and 21
Rain Dates Aug. 20 and 22 7:30 PM
This summer The Village Playbox of Haddon Heights will present two programs featuring songs by pop music’s female and male superstars. Local singers will present popular songs by artists like Cher, Britney Spears, Madonna, Taylor Swift, Michael Jackson, Prince, Elton John, Jon Bon Jovi, and many more. Two nights, two different programs! Info: Villageplaybox.org
FAMILY VARIETY SERIES
SHOWTIME: SATURDAYS AT 9 AM
PAISLEY PICKLES
June 7
Children’s sing-along
PIRATE KEVIN
June 14
Roughest, toughest and funniest pirate to ever sail the 7 seas
TWO OF A KIND
June 28
Children’s sing-along
MOVIES IN THE PARK
START AT SUNDOWN
The Avengers September 12
The Wild Robot September 26
Mean Girls October 3
Pumpkin Spooktacular Event featuring Beetlejuice October 24
Wicked November 7
Deck the Dell Holiday Event featuring Elf December 5
AWARENESS AND CULTURAL PRIDE
Wear Orange Concert and Fair
11th Annual National Gun Violence
Awareness Day Resource Fair & Concert featuring Who’s Bad
June 6
6 PM
2 Riverside Dr, Camden NJ Wiggins Waterfront Park, Camden
Info:
CamdenCounty.com/WearOrange or contact Sarah Schulz at Sarah.Schulz@camdencounty.com
Collingswood Juneteenth –Unity in the Community Day
June 22
11 AM
Haddon and Irvin
Cherry Hill Juneteenth Parade and Festival
June 21
10 AM - 3 PM
Croft Farm
National Night Out
August 5
For events in your community visit CamdenCounty.com/NNO
Remembrance and Hope Memorial Vigil
August 28
7:30 PM
Timber Creek Park
Info: CamdenCounty.com/ AddictionAwarenessVigil
“Dia De Los Muertos” Celebration of Life
November 2
John Adler Memorial Park at Challenge Grove
LGBTQ+ PRIDE
Haddon Township Pride Parade & After Party
June 5
6 PM - 10 PM
Haddon Avenue
Haddon Township
Info: htpride.com
Haddon Township Pride & Progress Community Night
June 6
5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Haddon Square
Haddon Township
Info: htpride.com
Collingswood Pride Pop-Up Event
June 7
5 PM - 8 PM
Downtown Collingswood Info: collingswood.com
Pride Walk and Celebration
June 12
4 PM - 7 PM
Police Administration Building and Rosevelt Plaza Park, Camden City
Second Saturdays in
Collingswood Pride Edition
June 14
4 PM - 8 PM
Downtown Collingswood
Pride at Peak Fashion Show
June 14
11 AM - 3 PM
Audubon (Merchant Street between Oakland and Atlantic Ave)
New Jersey Gay Pride “Out in the Park” Festival
September 7
12 PM - 6 PM
Cooper River Park Pennsauken
Info: jerseygaypride.com
Addiction Doesn't discriminate Why SHould You?
CamdenCounty.com/BreakTheStigma
N. Park Drive between White Horse Pike and Cross Keys Road
RYAN’S UNPLUGGED ENTERTAINMENT
July 12
String puppets and juggling
TWO OF A KIND
July 16
Children’s sing-along IT’S SHOWTIME
BERLIN BERLIN WINSLOW WINSLOW
NEW BROOKLYN PARK
SHOWTIME: WEDNESDAYS & SATURDAYS AT 9 AM
LEE’S CIRCUS
EXTRAVAGANZA
July 19
Juggling, plate spinning, unicycling & magic
PAISLEY PICKLES
July 23
Children’s sing-along
Winslow Township between New Freedom and New Brooklyn Roads
ALL SHOWS SATURDAYS AT 6 PM
SUMMER CONCERTS & EVENTS
MOTOWN REVIEW & JUNETEENTH EVENT
June 21
SPD (COUNTRY/WESTERN)
July 19
EVERYDAY PEOPLE (SLY & FAMILY TRIBUTE)
August 23
LINDENWOLD LINDENWOLD
1000 United States Avenue, Lindenwold
FRIDAY FAMILY FUN NIGHTS: STARLIGHT MOVIE SERIES
KIDS SHOWS AT 7:30PM MOVIES AT 8:45PM
JUNE 20
Doc Rocko’s Madcap Science
Goofy science magic & kookiest
madcap scientist around
Movie: Dog Man
JULY 25
Ryan’s Unplugged Entertainment
String puppets and juggling
Movie: Moana 2
AUGUST 22
Safari Sam Comedy and silly antics with Jungle Puppets
Movie: Mufasa: The Lion King
CONCERTS
FISH EYED BLUES
July 11 7 PM
Variety of Blues/Rock THE HIT MEN
August 8 Car Show – 6 PM
Concert – 8 PM
Classic Rock for a classic Car Show Register at CamdenCounty.com
WATERFORD WATERFORD
WATERFORD LIONS PARK
2131 Auburn Avenue, Waterford
SHOW AT 7 PM
FRANKIE & THE FLATLINERS
June 7
Classic hits, soulful tunes, country favs & disco grooves
& THE FLATLINERS
LEANNA HARRIS PARK 319 Center Avenue, Chesilhurst
SHOW AT 7 PM
WILL POWER
June 14
Tower of Power Tribute Band
JUST SENIORSFOR JUST SENIORSFOR
EVENTS
Camden County is
Celebrating 50 Years of our Nutrition Program!
Farmers Market Program
All income eligible 60+ seniors receive a $50 electronic voucher for fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables and herbs at the Collingswood Farmers’ Market, Haddonfield Farmers’ Market, Stella Farms, Pastore Orchards Inc, and Springdale Farms.
Info: 856-858-3220 seniors@camdencounty.com
Senior Health Fair and Annual Flu Shot Program Launch October 8
Caring for the Caregiver
• Support Groups
• Alzheimer’s Forum
• Annual Caregivers Conference
• Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Info: Erin Gabriel (856) 374-2582
Pine Hill Senior Center
Monday - Friday
10 AM - 1 PM
131 E 12th Ave Pine Hill, NJ
Nutrition Program Sites
Seniors 60 years and over, come join us at one of our Social Wellness Centers for door-to-door transportation, lunch and interactive activities including: ceramics, painting, games, mind and body programs, shopping trips and more.
Info: (856) 374-6005
Carol Norcross Senior Social Wellness Center
Monday - Friday
10 AM - 2 PM
512 Lakeland Road Blackwood, NJ
Wayne Bryant Senior Center Monday, Wednesday, Friday
10 AM - 1 PM 323 E Charleston Avenue Lawnside, NJ
Katz Jewish Community Center
Wednesday & Friday
10 AM - 1 PM
1301 Springdale Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Home Delivered Meals Program
This program provides hot, nutritionally balanced meals to those county residents that are home bound, age 60 +.
• Carol Norcross Senior Wellness Center After Hours
Info: Margaret Murphy (856) 374-6063
EVENTS disABILITIES disABILITIES disABILITIES
The Camden County Board of Commissioners is proud to offer dozens of fun, educational and recreational opportunities for individuals with disABILITIES and special needs in Camden County. There are many activities planned for this year for our residents with disABILITIES including:
Camden County
Miracle League Baseball
Saturdays and Sundays
9:30 AM to 1 PM
April 12 - June 1
September 6 - October 12
Boundless Field, Challenge Grove Park
Dance Class
Monday evenings from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Camden County Environmental Center, Cherry Hill
Special Olympics Swimming
Every Sunday from 2 PM to 4 PM Through June 12
Nexxt Level Aquatics, Voorhees
Therapeutic Horseback Riding
Every Wednesday from 4 PM - 7:30 PM
D.R.E.A.M Park, Logan Township
Special Pops Dances
Every month (except June and July)
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Magnolia Community Center, Magnolia
Sports Abilities Clinics
Monthly sports clinics including wheelchair basketball, tennis, bocce ball, archery, kayaking, ice skating, seated volleyball and more
Special Needs Transition to Adult Support Group
1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month
10 AM to 11:30 AM via Zoom.
Info:
SpecialNeedsTransition2Adult@gmail.com
Together in Song Sessions take place online every Sunday at 2 PM.
Do you love to sing? Find the music in you! Together in Song is an all-inclusive community choir designed for individuals with or without disabilities
Info: Together.in.song.CC@gmail.com
Camp Sunny Side
June 23 - July 25
Camden County College, Blackwood
Camp Sunny Side is a five-week summer camp for individuals with disabilities 13 years of age and older. It provides an array of activities in art, music, computers, social skills and weekly field trips to mention a few Info: (856) 216-2121
Many more activities are planned for this year for residents with special needs including nature walks, arts and crafts, dances, special camps, adaptive rowing and kayak clinics, therapeutic horseback riding lessons, exercise classes, bocce, pickleball, dance lessons, performing arts chorus, special needs bike clinic, ice skating, and more
JOHN ADLER MEMORIAL PARK AT CHALLENGE GROVE
The beautiful John Adler Memorial Park at Challenge Grove is home to a variety of fully accessible amenities for Camden County residents. The park features Jake’s Place Playground, walking and bike paths, picnic areas, a pavilion, a basketball court, a softball field and the Boundless Baseball Field that provides children with disabilities an opportunity to play sports on a playing surface that accommodates their special needs.
For more information visit: CamdenCounty.com/disABILITIES, or contact our disABILITIES Program Director, Karen Weidner, (856) 216-2127 or Karen.Weidner@camdencounty.com
COOPER NORCROSS RUN THE BRIDGE 10K
November 2nd
Ben Franklin Bridge
This popular 10K starts at the base of the Ben Franklin Bridge on the New Jersey side, crosses the bridge, doubles back, takes you through the waterfront area, and finishes at the Camden Athletic Complex. A two-mile bridge walk will immediately follow the start of the run. All Cooper Norcross Run the Bridge Event proceeds benefit the children of Larc School. Larc School provides services to hundreds of individuals with severe disabilities throughout South Jersey - at no cost to the families. Info: runthebridge.org events@larcschool.org
FARMERS MARKETS
Collingswood Farmers Market
Every Saturday through Thanksgiving Between Collings and Irvine Avenues along PATCO
Info: collingswoodmarket.com
Haddon Heights Farmers Market
Sundays through November Station and Atlantic Avenue
Camden County Library’s Color Our World Summer Reading Program
June 2 - August 16
Camden County, get ready for summer reading fun! Readers of all ages can participate using the Beanstack app. Sign up and track your reading at camdencountylibrary. beanstack.org or scan the QR code for a chance to win prizes!
Plus, each of our branches will host exciting, themed events all summer long. Highlights include:
Don Dougherty Presents Series: Superhero Story & It’s a Great BIG, Really Small World
Ages 3-10
May 28 & July 12 - Merchantville
July 24 – Voorhees
Museum of the American Revolution Presents: Spies of the Revolution Ages 6-11
June 24 - Merchantville
July 8 - Gloucester Township
Magic Shows with Brian Richards For Families
July 12 - Downtown Camden
July 14 & 15 - Ferry Avenue
July 23 - Haddon Township
July 28 - Merchantville
Art Workshops with Philadelphia Magic Garden
June 30 & August 8Gloucester Township
July 16 - Voorhees
July 14 & 15 - Merchantville
July 19 - Downtown Camden
August 5 - South County
August 11 - Bellmawr
Musical Instrument Petting Zoos with Keep Music Alive For Families
July 8 - Haddon Township
July 11 - Voorhees
July 14 - Gloucester Township
July 22 - South County
July 29 - Ferry Avenue
August 9 - Merchantville
August 16 - Downtown Camden
August 18 - Bellmawr
Comic Art with Ryan Brady For Tweens and Teens
July 10 - Merchantville
July 16 - Voorhees
July 23 - Bellmawr
July 28 - Haddon Township
July 30 - Ferry Avenue
August 6 - Downtown Camden
Mlanjeni Magical Theater Storytelling Ages 3-8
July 21 - Gloucester Township
July 26 - Bellmawr
Nature Events with Rancocas Nature Center For Families
July 17 - Bellmawr
August 5 - Gloucester Township
August 7 - Ferry Avenue
Rock & Rhyme with Mr. Jon and Friends For Families
July 29 - Bellmawr
July 29 - Voorhees
July 30 - Gloucester Township, South County, and Haddon Township
For more details, to register for these events, and to explore the complete summer events calendar, visit us online at camdencounty.info/SummerReading or scan the QR code
SUSTAINABILITY & GREEN EVENTS SUSTAINABILITY & GREEN EVENTS & GREEN EVENTS
WASTE COLLECTION EVENTS
8:30 AM - 3 PM (Rain or Shine)
Camden County Residents only, no businesses or commercial vehicles
Instructions for the Day(s) of Event(s):
• All residents must show proof of residency.
• All residents must remain in their vehicles throughout the event.
• All materials to be dropped off should be placed in the rear cargo area of the vehicle (not in the passenger seating area).
Lindenwold Camden County
Public Works Complex
June 7 & October 18
2311 Egg Harbor Road
Pennsauken Sanitary Landfill
September 27
9600 North River Road
Shredding Event for Residents
June 21
9 AM - 2 PM
Event ends when trucks fill to capacity
Woodcrest PATCO Station, 200 Tindale Drive, Cherry Hill
SUMMER CLEAN UPS
Info: Contact Michael Hogan (609) 813-1583
Atco Lake Cleanup and Fishing Day
June 14
9 AM - 12 PM
Meet at parking area at Vineyard Drive and Rt. 30
Clementon Stream Cleanup
June 21
10 AM - 12 PM
Meet at field along Garfield Ave., between Berlin Rd. and Gibbsboro Rd.
Kirkwood Lake Cleanup
July 19
10 AM - 12 PM
Meet at the end of Pinelawn Ave.
Hidden Lake, Little Mill Road
August 16
10 AM - 12 PM
Meet at New Road and Little Mill Road.
CAMDEN COUNTY CERTIFIED GARDENERS
Certified Gardeners get an early start on the growing season in our expansive greenhouses, allowing for plenty of hands-on training.
Info: (856) 216 7130 njgarden@camdencounty.com
CAMDEN STRONG CLEAN CAMPAIGN
Wednesdays at 9 AM
May 28
Fairview (Yorkship Square, Kearsarge and Alabama Roads, Camden, NJ)
June 18
Lanning Square/Cooper Plaza (Martha F. Wilson Park, 4th & Washington Street Park, Camden, NJ)
August 20
Centerville (Elijah Perry Park, 9th & Ferry Avenue, Camden, NJ)
SUMMER ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS
9 AM - 10:30 AM
Ages 3-5 & 6-11
Join us this summer June through August for kids programming at the Camden County Environmental Center! Each week brings a new adventure, nature theme, creatures and places to explore! Info: camdencounty.com
Phuong.Nguyen@camdencounty.com
Summer Sprouts (Ages 3-5)
Tuesdays 9 AM - 10:30 AM
Trail Buds (Ages 6-11)
Thursdays 9 AM - 10:30 AM
WATER ADVENTURES & EVENTS
Kayak on the Cooper Summer Evening Casual
Paddles - FREE CLASSES!
Tuesday / Thursday
Bi-Weekly evening sessions
May 28 through August 15
A guided introduction to paddling on the Cooper River. In a small group setting, participants will learn the basics of kayaking under the guidance of a certified instructor. All equipment is provided by the Camden County Department of Parks. Classes will launch out of the Cooper River Yacht Club in Collingswood and will be 1.52 hours and are weather dependent. Ages 6 to 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
Grand Opening of the Cooper River Water Trail
June 7
11 AM - 4 PM
Crammer Hill Park
Free food, kayaking, fishing lessons, youth fishing tournament, kite flying, nature walks, face painting, DJ, bounce house and more!
Cooper River Water Trail
Adventure Paddle - FREE!
A guided “Adventure” paddle for more experienced paddlers ages 14 and up. Explore the Cooper River Water trail from various launch points along the trail. Each paddle will be approximately 3 hours on the water with a stretch break. Plan for a 4 hour day.
Camden County Yacht Club
450 South Park Drive
Collingswood
The Cooper River Yacht Club offers sailing lessons taught by US Sailingcertified instructors. Members, students and guests of CRYC enjoy sailing on a sheltered, non-tidal river, competitive regattas, sailboat races, sailing seminars, use of clubowned sailboats, canoes and kayaks, beautiful sunsets and welcoming social events for all ages.
Info: CooperRiverYC.org or (856) 869-9145
CAMDEN COUNTY 4-H
Haunted Walk
October 10-11
Delaware River Festival 2025
September 27
10 AM - 4 PM
This annual event brings people together and features a day of familyfriendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning to the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts.
Info: delawareriverfest.org
Thanks for a grant from Upstream Alliance and the Camden County Parks Department
June 22
Cooper River Yacht Club to Camden County Parks office and return (4 hrs)
July 20
Camden County Park office to Kaign St dam (Need transportation for paddlers)
August 10
Cramer Hill upstream to Kaign St dam and back. Tide dependent
PARKS ALIVE 2025 PARKS ALIVE 2025 PARKS ALIVE 2025
CAMDEN COUNTY PARKS SYSTEM
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 close to home.
In 2022, the Camden County Board of Commissioners launched Parks Alive 2025; a collection of priority park development projects over the next several years that reinvest in invaluable park features and reimagines our spaces to increase both active and passive amenities for all to enjoy. The plan addresses everything from critical environmental improvements, ADA and Universal Design enhancements, and improved safety and security measures to new equipment, facility upgrades, and so much more.
Since the announcement of Parks Alive 2025, the Parks Department has successfully completed 30 projects including playgrounds, pavilions, path improvements and more!
Recreation Projects
• Newton Lake Park Playground Improvements- ($1.3m) NOW OPEN!
• Cooper River Park Playground Improvements- ($2.3m) NOW OPEN!
• Cooper River Skate Park- ($900k) NOW OPEN!
• Indoor Pavilion at Haddon Lake Park- ($1m) NOW OPEN!
• Jake’s Place Playground at New Brooklyn Park- ($1.8m) NOW OPEN!
• Wiggins Waterfront Path & Lighting Improvement IN PROGRESS
• Von Nieda Park field/drainage improvements- ($4m) IN PROGRESS
Waterway Projects
• Maintenance Dredge at Cooper River Park IN DESIGN
• Kayak/Canoe access at Maria Barnaby Greenwald Park COMING SUMMER 2025
• Wiggins Park Marina Dock Improvements COMING JUNE 2025
• Gateway Park Boat Launch Project COMING FALL 2025
Infrastructure Projects
• ADA enhancements throughout all parks IN PROGRESS
• New pathways at Maria Barnaby Greenwald Park COMING SUMMER 2025
• Pavilion reflecting park history at Challenge Grove Park COMING FALL 2025
• Restoration of stone work at Cooper River Park IN PROGRESS
Trails/Paving Projects
• Cooper River Exercise stations NOW OPEN!
• Atco Lake Trail and Lake Improvements IN PROGRESS
• Trail and Drainage upgrades throughout all parks IN PROGRESS
• Berlin Park
• Cooper River Park
• Maria Barnaby Greenwald Memorial Park
• Haddon Lake Park
• Hopkins Pond
• John Adler Memorial Park at Challenge Grove
• Kirkwood Lake
• Lake Worth
• Laurel Ravine
• New Brooklyn Park
• New Camden Park
• Newton Lake Park
• Pennypacker Park
• Pillings Lake
• Pyne Poynt Park
• Silver Lake Park
• Timber Creek Park
• Von Nieda Park
• Wallworth Park
• Wiggins Waterfront Park
For parks pavilion/picnic site rentals, field rentals, walk/run requests, program sign ups and more visit: camdencounty.com/service/parks
COOPER RIVER PARK AMENITIES
Camden County Boathouse 7050 North Park Drive
Pennsauken
Info: (856) 661-3184 or visit CamdenCountyBoathouse.com
The Camden County Board of Commissioners invites all residents to attend these important services and memorials to honor our Veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country
Flag Day Ceremony
June 14
11 AM
Battleship, NJ
Travis Manion Foundation
9/11 Heroes Run
September 7
9:11 AM
Cooper River Park
Info: travismanion.org/events/911heroes-run
9/11 Medal Ceremony for Veterans and First Responders
The Camden County Commissioners commemorate our service members for their achievements and dedication through yearround recognition medals. Medals include:
1. Korean War Service Medal
2. Vietnam Service Medal
3. War On Terror Service Medal
4. Military Service Medal
Info: CamdenCounty.com/Veterans
Voorhees Animal Orphanage - 29th Annual Woofstock Festival
September 27
11 AM - 4 PM
Voorhees Town Center
Craft and retail vendors, animal rescue groups, kids corner, basket raffle, doggie contests, Mummers String Band, live music, food trucks, beer garden by Tonewood Brewery.
Info: vaonj.org/woofstock-2025/
Homeward Bound -
Tri-State Real Estate Group
5k Walk for Animal Shelter
June 7
9 AM - 12 PM
Rancocas Valley Regional High School
This event is a 5k walk/run around the RV track to raise money for the Homeward Bound Animal Shelter.
Info: homewardboundnj.org/events
Primary Election
• Registration Deadline: May 20
• Sample ballots to be mailed: May 28
• Deadline to Apply to Vote by Mail: June 3
• Early Voting Period: June 3rd - June 8
• Election Day: June 10
General Election
• Voter Registration Deadline: October 14
• Sample ballots to be mailed: October 22
• Deadline to Apply to Vote by Mail: October 28
• Early Voting Period: October 25th to November 2
• Election Day: November 4
• Sign Up for Vote By Mail
• Find a Vote By Mail Dropbox
• Find a Early Voting Site
• Find Your Polling Place
• Check Your Voting Registration Status
• Register to Vote Online
• Sample Ballots
• Become a Boardworker Info: camdencounty.com/elections
Scan QR code for all voting information
Camden County Board of Commissioners 1301 Park Boulevard Cherry Hill, NJ 08002-3752
