Events Calendar in Merchantville NJ

Kayaking Discovery Course

Sunday, July 2, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

YMCA Camp Ockanickon,1303 Stokes Road, Medford

Exploring nature in a kayak is a healthy and fun way to enjoy the outdoors. Our course begins with a brief introduction and safety talk from our friendly paddling instructors, who will share their knowledge gained from years of kayaking. They'll outfit you with a personal flotation device (PFD), kayak and paddling equipment, giving you insight on the best ways to set up your boat. Then, you'll receive instruction on a variety of paddling techniques. **Kids under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is also available today from 12:00 to 1:30

BBQ Bash

Sunday, July 2, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Peddlers Village - Routes 202 & 263 Lahaska, Bucks County, PA

Classic all-American barbecue picnic with live music, family entertainment, and kids’ activities. *Admission and parking are free

Little Ninjas

Monday, July 3, 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM

Kid Fit - 2040 Springdale Rd., Cherry Hill

Wall climbing, board breaking, and general stealthiness is the name of the game here! Our instructors will have your little ninjas perfecting their balance, speed, agility, and basic karate skills. Kid Fit ninjas work together to conquer our custom obstacle courses and learn RESPECT. *Ninja Training is also available for older kids on different days, check Kid Fit's website for more info!

Clay Camp

Monday, July 3, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Color Me Mine - 910 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd, Voorhees

Get deep into clay - make multiple slab, coil and hand built projects. Sculpt, roll, trace, etch, pinch, mold and more while playing with clay. We will make clay houses, whistles, plaques, serving pieces, monsters, necklaces and so much more. Bring your favorite bagged lunch, snacks and refreshments, and a towel or pad for sitting on the ground. *No camp on July 4

Kid Fit Summer Camp

Monday, July 3, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Kid Fit - 2040 Springdale Rd., Cherry Hill

Get ready to get fit at Kid Fit Camp! Drop your kids off with the energetic Kid Fit staff where they will run, jump, and play the Kid Fit way! Camp includes an action packed day of play, story time, a craft, and a healthy snack!

Kids Eat Free

Monday, July 3, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Distrito Moorestown Mall - 400 W Rt. 38, Moorestown

Weekends are busy and Mondays are rough. Take the night off cooking and bring the whole family to Distrito - Choose from tacos, nachos, and everything in between! Every Monday evening, receive a FREE kids meal with the purchase of an adult entree.

Bike Parade for Kids

Tuesday, July 4, 10:00 AM

Start at: Haddon & Zane Avenues in Collingswood

Take a community ride to celebrate the 4th! Kids, families and cyclists are encouraged to decorate their bikes, wagons, strollers and scooters patriotically. Bike Up Collingswood will host a short ride starting at Haddon & Zane Avenues, going down Zane, Park and Browning and ending at Browning & Magill where you will enter the park. Once inside the park continue your ride towards the ice cream truck. Tatem Shields American Legion Post 17 will be distributing free ice cream and popsicles & flags in Knight Park starting at 10am near the house inside Knight Park. If your child has any specific dietary needs please contact Kim Brooks at kimznpta@gmail.com

Clay Camp

Tuesday, July 4, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Color Me Mine - 910 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd, Voorhees

Get deep into clay - make multiple slab, coil and hand built projects. Sculpt, roll, trace, etch, pinch, mold and more while playing with clay. We will make clay houses, whistles, plaques, serving pieces, monsters, necklaces and so much more. Bring your favorite bagged lunch, snacks and refreshments, and a towel or pad for sitting on the ground. *No camp on July 4

Kids' Bike Parade

Tuesday, July 4, 10:30 AM

The course begins on Main St. at the Firehouse and ends at the Wiley Home at Plymouth Ave.

Children up to grade 5 are welcome to ride in the Bike Parade. Bikes can be decorated as long as they are still safely operational, and children should be able to control their bikes well. HELMETS MUST BE WORN.Children may also be pushed in strollers or pulled in wagons, but must be strapped in. If your wagon does not have straps, your child must wear a helmet. **Parents are welcome to walk alongside their child. 4th of July Parade following

New Mom Breastfeeding Meet-Up

Tuesday, July 4, 11:00 AM - 12:15 AM

The Village South Jersey- Haddonfield

Our weekly group is a safe place for mothers to get breastfeeding support, as well as develop friendship and community. New Mommy Meet Up is an open discussion of breastfeeding, mothering, sleeping, parenting and anything else that comes up. Although facilitated by a Board Certified Lactation Consultant, mother to mother advice and support are invaluable tools on your breastfeeding journey. Drop in when it's convenient for you!

Fun at Roberts Pool

Tuesday, July 4, 2:00 PM

215 Hillcrest Avenue, Collingswood

Summer days like the Fourth of July can be hot, so Collingswood’s Roberts Pool welcomes kids to take a dip - but with a twist and a turn! Starting at 2pm, events for kids such as water games, raft races, coin toss, watermelon games and a host of other activities will keep everyone cool and prizes are offered for participants.

4th of July Party and Fireworks

Tuesday, July 4, 6:00 PM

Come to Haddonfield to Celebrate 4th of July! We will have activities for children. J Dogs will have a number of activities near the Haddon Ave. intersection with Kings Highway. This includes Mickey's Play Park for toddlers, and a Hippo chow down, a double lane 20 foot slide, a 45 foot obstacle course and a bounce house for older children. This year our fireworks can be viewed from Kings Highway. They will begin around 9.20 p.m. To get warmed up there will be a party on Kings Highway, starting at 6.00 p.m. There will be a lot for families to do. They will be located near Mechanic Street and King's Court. We will also have food trucks, located between Chestnut Street and the High Speed Line.

Superhero Academy

Tuesday, July 4, 6:00 PM - 6:50 PM

KId Fit - Springdale Road, Cherry Hill

o you have a radio-active spider handy? Hone your super hero skills in this imaginative and high energy class that focuses on strength, speed, teamwork and general heroic behavior! Welcome to the Super Hero Academy! *Class also available Monday and Wednesday during the day.

Fireworks & To the MAX

Tuesday, July 4, 6:30 PM

Collingswood High School Stadium, 424 Collings Ave, Collingswood

TO THE MAX will take the stage as the Borough celebrates America's independence. The eight-piece band, one of the liveliest in the Philadelphia region, will entertain the crowd with popular music and play patriotic tunes during the fireworks. Admission is free. Gates open at 6:30 pm; Show starts at 8 pm. Collingswood display is one of the best fireworks shows in the area - the works kick off at approximately 9:15 p.m. In the event of rain, fireworks are postponed to July 5

Family Fireworks and More

Tuesday, July 4, 7:00 PM

Cherokee High School - Marlton, NJ

Come to Cherokee High School starting at 7:00pm on Tuesday, July 4th, to enjoy food and drink from local vendors, then enjoy skydivers at 8:15pm and the fireworks display beginning at 9:30pm.

Tiny Tumblers

Wednesday, July 5, 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM

KId Fit - Springdale Road, Cherry Hill

This class is offered for our tiniest gym lovers! Ages 12 months – 24 months. Your little one will get moving in our active, fun fitness classes. We focus on developmental milestones, integrating multi-sensory activities and basic tumbling skills in this hands-on program tailored specifically for our youngest Kid Fit members. Our Tiny Tumblers class is one of our incredible parent participation programs * Class also available Thursday 11:00 to 11:50 and Saturday 8:00 to 8:50am

Confident Cooking Camp

Wednesday, July 5, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Eilandarts Center - 10 E. Chestnut St. Merchantville

In this fun, 3-day camp, young chefs will practice essential kitchen skills and master the fundamentals of cooking. Kids will enjoy working alongside classmates learning techniques like knife skills, baking and measuring, food safety and more. They will bake sweets, cook lunch and create some snacks (All recipes will be vegetarian). *Camps this week will only be 3 days long due to the holiday, but students are still able to mix and match morning and afternoon camps. Students who stay the whole day can bring their own lunch or have it made from our cafe for $5 a day.

FREE Magic Show

Wednesday, July 5, 10:00 AM

Haddon Lake Park - 13th Ave., Park Drive and Prospect Blvd, Haddon Heights

Join us for a kid-friendly magic show Haddon Lake Park! Today's performer is The Simon Mandal Magic Show!

Clay Camp

Wednesday, July 5, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Color Me Mine - 910 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd, Voorhees

Get deep into clay - make multiple slab, coil and hand built projects. Sculpt, roll, trace, etch, pinch, mold and more while playing with clay. We will make clay houses, whistles, plaques, serving pieces, monsters, necklaces and so much more. Bring your favorite bagged lunch, snacks and refreshments, and a towel or pad for sitting on the ground. *No camp on July 4

Kid Fit Summer Camp

Wednesday, July 5, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Kid Fit - 2040 Springdale Rd., Cherry Hill

Get ready to get fit at Kid Fit Camp! Drop your kids off with the energetic Kid Fit staff where they will run, jump, and play the Kid Fit way! Camp includes an action packed day of play, story time, a craft, and a healthy snack!

DIY Kids Board Game

Wednesday, July 5, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

A.C. Moore - 152 Route 73, Moorestown

Join us every Wednesday this Summer at any of our A.C. Moore locations for our Kids' Crafternoon projects. Each week we will host a new craft and provide all materials needed. Heading down the shore soon? Come out and make a 2-in-1 travel game that will make those long drives a lot more fun!

Mosaics Camp

Wednesday, July 5, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Eilandarts Center - 10 E. Chestnut St. Merchantville

Mosaic Arts is about creating beautiful works of art with an assortment of items, such as tiles, glass, paper, seeds, eggshells, scrabble tiles, and other objects. This class will focus on using mosaics to create a picture made up of smaller patterns, similar to the process of pixel arranging. *Camps this week will only be 3 days long due to the holiday, but students are still able to mix and match morning and afternoon camps. Students who stay the whole day can bring their own lunch or have it made from our cafe for $5 a day.

Intro to Fashion

Wednesday, July 5, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

The Artery, 31 S. Main Street, Medford

An introduction to fashion explores several methods of design including Shibori fabric dyeing, hand embroidery, machine sewing, block printing, and arm knitting.

Dinner with Elsa

Wednesday, July 5, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Pop Shop - Collingswood

Elsa from Frozen from Laura's Princess Appearances will be visiting guests tableside for a special meet and greet and photos at The Pop Shop Collingswood

Confident Cooking Camp

Thursday, July 6, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Eilandarts Center - 10 E. Chestnut St. Merchantville

In this fun, 3-day camp, young chefs will practice essential kitchen skills and master the fundamentals of cooking. Kids will enjoy working alongside classmates learning techniques like knife skills, baking and measuring, food safety and more. They will bake sweets, cook lunch and create some snacks (All recipes will be vegetarian). *Camps this week will only be 3 days long due to the holiday, but students are still able to mix and match morning and afternoon camps. Students who stay the whole day can bring their own lunch or have it made from our cafe for $5 a day.

Clay Camp

Thursday, July 6, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Color Me Mine - 910 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd, Voorhees

Get deep into clay - make multiple slab, coil and hand built projects. Sculpt, roll, trace, etch, pinch, mold and more while playing with clay. We will make clay houses, whistles, plaques, serving pieces, monsters, necklaces and so much more. Bring your favorite bagged lunch, snacks and refreshments, and a towel or pad for sitting on the ground. *No camp on July 4

Mosaics Camp

Thursday, July 6, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Eilandarts Center - 10 E. Chestnut St. Merchantville

Mosaic Arts is about creating beautiful works of art with an assortment of items, such as tiles, glass, paper, seeds, eggshells, scrabble tiles, and other objects. This class will focus on using mosaics to create a picture made up of smaller patterns, similar to the process of pixel arranging. *Camps this week will only be 3 days long due to the holiday, but students are still able to mix and match morning and afternoon camps. Students who stay the whole day can bring their own lunch or have it made from our cafe for $5 a day.

The Magic of Harry Potter

Thursday, July 6, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

The Artery, 31 S. Main Street, Medford

Inspired by Harry Potter, this class is not for the faint at heart. Check out our MAGICAL wizardy and witchcraft class. Kids will make their own wands, design their own patronus, create their own personal owls, sculpt your own sorting hat and more...This six week class promises to be fun for Harry Potter lovers!

Big Kids Yoga

Thursday, July 6, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Anjali Power Yoga at The Coliseum - 333 Preston Ave., Voorhees

Big kids will bend and twist, jump and sing, relax and unwind. The children will be guided through yoga postures, songs, games, breath, and meditation. Our Little Pretzels have fun and act silly while improving concentration, body awareness, focus, and self-confidence!

Confident Cooking Camp

Friday, July 7, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Eilandarts Center - 10 E. Chestnut St. Merchantville

In this fun, 3-day camp, young chefs will practice essential kitchen skills and master the fundamentals of cooking. Kids will enjoy working alongside classmates learning techniques like knife skills, baking and measuring, food safety and more. They will bake sweets, cook lunch and create some snacks (All recipes will be vegetarian). *Camps this week will only be 3 days long due to the holiday, but students are still able to mix and match morning and afternoon camps. Students who stay the whole day can bring their own lunch or have it made from our cafe for $5 a day.

Storytime at The Park

Friday, July 7, 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Chapel Ave. & Cherry Hill Blvd. Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

Stroll over to your local park for a special outdoor story time brought to you by Cherry Hill Recreation and Cherry Hill Public Library! Join us each week for stories and fun as your children's Librarians pop up throughout the city. Weather permitting.

Clay Camp

Friday, July 7, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Color Me Mine - 910 Haddonfield-Berlin Rd, Voorhees

Get deep into clay - make multiple slab, coil and hand built projects. Sculpt, roll, trace, etch, pinch, mold and more while playing with clay. We will make clay houses, whistles, plaques, serving pieces, monsters, necklaces and so much more. Bring your favorite bagged lunch, snacks and refreshments, and a towel or pad for sitting on the ground. *No camp on July 4

Mosaics Camp

Friday, July 7, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Eilandarts Center - 10 E. Chestnut St. Merchantville

Mosaic Arts is about creating beautiful works of art with an assortment of items, such as tiles, glass, paper, seeds, eggshells, scrabble tiles, and other objects. This class will focus on using mosaics to create a picture made up of smaller patterns, similar to the process of pixel arranging. *Camps this week will only be 3 days long due to the holiday, but students are still able to mix and match morning and afternoon camps. Students who stay the whole day can bring their own lunch or have it made from our cafe for $5 a day.

FREE Magic Show & Movie

Friday, July 7, 7:00 PM

Lindenwold Park - 1000 United States Ave., Lindenwold

Friday nights this Summer in Lindenwold Park feature entertainment for the entire family, followed by movies under the stars! Tonight's performer is the Simon Mandal Magic Show followed by a screening of "Sing" at 8:45pm.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Course

Saturday, July 8, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

YMCA Camp Ockanickon,1303 Stokes Road, Medford

Discover how easy it is to balance on top of the water. Our paddle boarding starter course is an excellent opportunity to learn the basic strokes and skills you'll need for maneuvering a paddle board, allowing you to explore scenic lakes, coves and inlets. They'll outfit you with a personal flotation device (PFD), paddle board and paddling equipment, giving you insight on the best ways to set up your board. You'll receive instruction on a variety of paddling strokes and have the opportunity to practice each stroke by the shore and much more! **Kids under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. This clas is also available today from 12:30 - 2:00

Little Excavator Storytime

Saturday, July 8, 11:00 AM

Barnes & Noble - Cherry Hill

From New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of the Llama Llama books comes a new character ready to dig his way into your heart! Little Excavator joins Loader, Dump Truck, Backhoe and Crane as they get ready to transform a vacant lot into a neighborhood park. Join us for Storytime, with activities to follow.

Full Moon Kayaking Tour

Saturday, July 8, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

YMCA Camp Ockanickon *Look for L.L. Bean Parking Signs - 1303 Stokes Road Medford, 08055

Discover the beauty of nature at night as you paddle through calm waters under the glow of the summer moon. On this leisurely excursion, you'll paddle comfortable, stable kayaks and get a chance to experience nature up close. After a short paddling demonstration, your experienced guide will lead you on a revealing tour, sharing interesting facts about the area's history and the surrounding landscape. No prior kayaking experience is needed. All necessary paddling equipment is provided.

Night Hike

Saturday, July 8, 8:00 PM - 9:30 AM

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge - Medford

Full Moon Hike-Experience the refuge in a exciting new way, at night! Enjoy a guided hike under the light of the full moon to visit nocturnal habitats that are home to owls, raccoons, opossums, and other wildlife that emerge after dark. Be there as the "night shift" awakens. Program begins at the Nature Center. Wear comfortable shoes, bug spray recommended. Hike is 1-1.5 miles.