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Pumpkin Picking Wagon Ride

Sunday, October 9, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Indian Acres Tree Farm - Medford

Come enjoy a wagon ride and pick your own pumpkin! After you find the perfect pumpkin, take a ride on our barrel train or try our jumpin' pumpkin, StageCoach bounce, and giant pillow bounce. Plus live entertainment and a FREE play area. Say hi to our alpacas and goats too! This event is also on Saturdays.

Kayaking Discovery Course

Sunday, October 9, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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 1:00 - 2:30

Fall Harvest Festival

Sunday, October 9, 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Johnson's Corner Farm - 133 Church Rd, Medford

Our Harvest Festivals create a Country Fair Atmosphere for your family to enjoy. We will have live music,Gem Mining Adventure, Corn maze, Animal farm and Discovery Barn Yard. Our Farm House Food Tent will be cooking up all of your favorites. Inside the market there are Cider Donuts, Pumpkin Pies, 5 kinds of Apple pies, Apple bread, cookies, lots of local apples, Caramel apples and Fresh Cider. Our Gift Shop is packed with all of your Fall decor needs. Don't Forget to stop by the Ice Cream widow for a Cider Slush or a Pumpkin Ice Cream! This festival will also be offered on Saturdays and will take place every weekend in September and October.

Archery Discovery Course

Sunday, October 9, 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

YMCA Camp Ockanickon,1303 Stokes Road, Medford

Archery is one of L.L.Bean's most popular Discovery Courses for adults and children, making it a great outing that everyone in your family will enjoy. After brief introductions and a safety talk, you'll receive helpful advice on the proper technique for correctly holding a bow and releasing an arrow for optimal accuracy and precision. With guidance and support from our friendly, expert instructors, you'll practice hitting targets with a recurve bow. **Kids under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is also available today from 2:00- 3:30

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Course

Sunday, October 9, 12:30 PM - 2:00 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 2:30 to 4:00

Stand Up Paddle Boarding Course

Sunday, October 9, 2:30 PM - 4:00 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

Kayaking Discovery Course

Monday, October 10, 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 - 1:30pm

Mommy and Me Barre

Monday, October 10, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

The Village South Jersey- Haddonfield

A 45 minute barre class that offers a unique combination of ballet, Pilates, and overall fitness. It's a blend of grace and strength building movements that target the total body and leave you feeling long, lean, and strong. Improve your balance, core, strength, flexibility, and posture all while bonding with your little one! Bring a mat for class. Classes are for kids of all age and all fitness levels for moms. *Class also available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Kids Knitting

Monday, October 10, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Eilandarts Center (at The Station cafe) - 10 E. Chestnut St. Merchantville, NJ 08109

Come and learn the wonderful craft of knitting. Kids will learn how to cast on, do garter stitch, and how to cast off a project. Many different stitches like ribbing or stocking stitch will be included in projects like scarves, doll blankets, and more.

Minecraft Painting

Monday, October 10, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Eilandarts Center - Merchantville

Paint your own Minecraft character! Take it home and use it for a super cool bedroom decoration.

Basketball Group Training

Monday, October 10, 6:30 PM

Nexxt Level Sports - Voorhees

Boys and/or Girls Unlimited Monthly Basketball Group Training! Boys and Girls groups are separate. **Sessions also available Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 6:30. Come to one, or come to all four!

Arts Lab Preschooler Drop-off Class

Tuesday, October 11, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

1721 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ

New morning drop-off class for ages 3-6. Three glorious hours of indoor and outdoor creative play will delight your kiddo while they build important skills!

Tykes Skate

Tuesday, October 11, 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

International Sports Centre of Cherry Hill - 650 Kresson Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Bring your little ones out for some fun at ISC Cherry Hill! Tyke Tuesdays include time to skate and access to the funzone, as well as a soft pretzel and small drink. *Also offered 12:30 - 2:30pm most Tuesdays

Espresso Rocks Kids

Tuesday, October 11, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The Treehouse - Audubon

That's right, kids ages 5 & under are instructed in self expression through music. It is highly interactive and educational. Not to mention . . . parents get a chance to sit back, relax and enjoy a hot beverage for once. Teaching the wee ones is Sara O'Brien of Community Rocks! Classes suggested price is a $5 donation to Community Rocks, which supports local creative arts. There are also meal packages choices with yummy options like homemade scones or muffins, yogurt, lattes and more!

Kids Can Cook!

Tuesday, October 11, 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Haddon Heights Community Center - 321 7th Avenue

This cooking program is designed to teach kids about healthful eating. Children will learn how to make nutritional snacks and meals, using fresh garden vegetables as well as healthy alternatives to popular favorites. We will also learn to safely use knives, stove, oven and blender. Each child will earn a certificate of accomplishment and receive a book of recipes upon completion of the course.

Balloony Toony

Tuesday, October 11, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

The Pop Shop - Collingswood

Come out and see Jack the Balloon man at The Pop Shop! He creates Free and Amazing Balloon Art just for you!

Art Start (Adult/Child Class)

Wednesday, October 12, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

1721 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ

Parent/child art class with introduction to vast range of materials. Brilliantly designed, child-centered class builds foundation for learning, social, motor and creative problem-solving skills.

Toddler Playtime

Wednesday, October 12, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Haddon Heights Community Center - 321 7th Avenue

Children ages 12 months-3 1/2yrs along with their parents/caregivers are invited to learn through play. Lead by an instructor, each class will offer a session full of music, stories, movement & fun. *Fall Session 2016 September 28th—October 26th, Wednesday mornings at 10:00-11:30am (5 weeks)

Apple & Pumpkin Picking

Wednesday, October 12, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Johnson's Farm - 133 Church Road, Medford

Nothing says Fall like a day at the Farm. Enjoy the Fall harvest of apples and
pumpkins. Hayrides to the fields leave from 10am to 5pm. Find your way through our Barnyard Bill's Corn Maze designed to be fun for all ages. Live music will be playing as you enjoy your lunch from our Farm House food tent. The Farm Market is loaded with all of your fall favorite produce and treats.

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, October 12, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Barnes & Noble - Cherry Hill

Come on over to B&N Cherry Hill for great stories, good conversation and a simple activity. Today's Storytime is especially suited for kids ages 3 to 5. Join us! This storytime is every Wednesday and Saturday.

Spooky LEGO Dinner

Wednesday, October 12, 5:45 PM - 7:45 PM

The Pop Shop - 729 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ 08108

Get your scare on with Snapology's Monster Mania! Use LEGO® bricks to create your own monster fighter, build a haunted town and have a scary good time during this fun program. Last class ends with a spook-tacular party! Come and join us, if you dare! Event includes: Kids dinner buffet at 5:45, followed by 1 HR of Building workshop, ending with build your own ice cream bar. Advance ticket purchase required.

Music Together Class

Wednesday, October 12, 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM

Holy Communion Lutheran Church 442 S Route 73 West Berlin, NJ 08009

Come to our Music Together Classes with your child! They include songs, rhythmic rhymes, movement and intrument play. Two CD and a song book are included with all our 10 week sessions! *We can also provide private Music Therapy classes. Contact us for more information.

Teen & Tween Cake Class

Wednesday, October 12, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Kitchen Kapers, East Gate Square - Moorestown

This is the second class of a three class series where your young baker learns the art of making the perfect cake, frosting, and filling. From top to bottom we will go over the basics of cake preparation and much more. In this class, the students will learn how to prepare both frostings and fillings. Class participants receive a 10% discount on merchandise on the day of their class.

Arts Lab Preschooler Drop-off Class

Thursday, October 13, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

1721 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ

New morning drop-off class for ages 3-6. Three glorious hours of indoor and outdoor creative play will delight your kiddo while they build important skills!

Story Playtime Drop In Class

Thursday, October 13, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Philly Art Center - 1721 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill

Story Play is a new and exciting drop-in play program inspired by our favorite books! Walkers enjoy sensory stations and floor-bound babes enjoy age appropriate manipulative play. Story time, for all, is at 10:45am! No need to sign-up, just drop-in, make new friends and PLAY!

Little Bounce

Thursday, October 13, 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Bounce U - Cherry Hill

This is a great event for our Bounce U friends ages 7 and under only! Younger children just can't enough bouncing and Preschool Playdate gives them a chance to come back every week. Nothing could be better than having a chance to laugh and socialize while getting a little exercise.

Photography for Kids!

Thursday, October 13, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Eilandarts - Merchantville

8 weeks of adventure projects make this the perfect course for kids and beginners to learn how to use a camera properly.

Basketball Group Training

Thursday, October 13, 5:30 PM

Nexxt Level Sports - Voorhees

Boys and/or Girls Unlimited Monthly Basketball Group Training! Boys and Girls groups are separate. **Sessions also available Monday, Tuesday and Friday at 5:30. Come to one, or come to all four!

Snapology: Amusement Park Adventure

Thursday, October 13, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Haddon Heights Cabin - 600 W. Lippincott Lane

Design your own amusement park in this super fun program! Learn how to use Lego bricks and other building materials to make roller coasters and other awesome rides. Can you design the next Disney World?