Events Calendar in Merchantville NJ

Toddler Jump

Sunday, November 5, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Sky Zone - Moorestown

If they can walk, they can jump! Toddler Time at Sky Zone is a special time just for the little ones, where they can explore exciting new ways to be active, all while staying safe. All Toddler Time activities are specifically designed for children. All toddlers must wear SkySocks

*Toddler Jump will be held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and Sunday from 9:30am-11:00am.

Zumbini

Monday, November 6, 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Community Center - 321 7th Avenue, Haddon Heights

ted by Zumba® and BabyFirst for kids ages 0-4, the Zumbini® program combines music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can’t-stop, won’t- stop bonding, learning, and fun! Through this 10 week session, we not only nurture their love of movement so it becomes a way of life, but give you the chance to nurture your inner child as well!

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Tap & Jazz Dance Class

Monday, November 6, 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

Community Center - 321 7th Avenue

Dancers will study many styles of Jazz and Tap during this fun and energetic class in a confident, upbeat environment. Girls and boys are required to wear comfortable athletic clothing that is easy move in. Please pull hair off face to ensure safety and bring your Tap and Jazz shoes to class. *Dancers will perform a showcase for family and friends the last week of the program!

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Crazy Chemworks Class

Monday, November 6, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Croft Farm Arts Center

Crazy Chemworks will allow children to use their hands as real mad scientists in this whirlwind class on how a lab works! Children will learn to recognize chemical reactions and mix up a few reactive ingredients, explore the pH extremes, create slime and then enter the "Slime Olympics". Children will also be able to discover amazing things that glow bright in the dark and come to light, push the power of tape to the limits in this adhesive hour on things that cling, build a bond with glue and get attached to Professor Beakerdude, manipulate matter in all of its three states, and melt metal in boiling water and freeze water with just a breath of dry ice.

Baby & Me Yoga

Tuesday, November 7, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

The Cabin, 600 W Lippincott Lane, Haddon Heights

Join us for this fun and relaxing Baby and Me class for babies up to age 15 months. This yoga class will be a playful bonding activity for you and your baby! We will incorporate stretching, static poses, and focusing on the breath, along with increasing strength and flexibility. Baby will also benefit, not only from the bonding experience, but Yoga aids in digestion and may help baby sleep more soundly. The class is open to all levels, from beginners to advance practitioners. Please bring your yoga mat and water. Come practice with us!

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Toddler Jump

Tuesday, November 7, 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Sky Zone - Moorestown

If they can walk, they can jump! Toddler Time at Sky Zone is a special time just for the little ones, where they can explore exciting new ways to be active, all while staying safe. All Toddler Time activities are specifically designed for children. All toddlers must wear SkySocks

*Toddler Jump will be held every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and Sunday from 9:30am-11:00am.

Espresso Rocks Kids

Tuesday, November 7, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Treehouse Coffee Shop - Audubon

This is a baby/toddler experience that is fun for kids and parents! That's right, kids ages 5 & under are instructed in self expression through live music. It is highly interactive and educational. It is also FREE with a suggested donation of $5! Not to mention . . . parents get a chance to sit back, relax and enjoy a hot or cold beverage for once. The Treehouse Coffee Shop offers healthy, home grown food, snacks and drinks! Come check it out!

Mommy and Me Nature Fun

Tuesday, November 7, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge - Medford

Join our education staff for a fun and engaging program about one of our resident animals. We will read books, do a craft, and learn about a different animal each month.

New Mommy Breastfeeding Meet Up

Tuesday, November 7, 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

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. We do not require pre registration for our Mommy Meet Up, drop in when it's convenient for you!

Tot Dance Class

Tuesday, November 7, 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Community Center - 321 7th Avenue, Haddon Heights

Our Triple Threat Tots Dance Class will introduce the basic styles of Tap, Ballet, and Jazz in one energetic hour. The class is designed for ages 3-6 and will require a leotard, tights,ballet, and tap shoes. *Students enrolled in this 10 week program, will perform an end of session showcase for their family and friends!

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Sensory Rebound

Tuesday, November 7, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Bounce U - 1205 Warren Avenue, Cherry Hill NJ

Sensory Rebound is limited to children with special needs and their families. It is hosted in a vast indoor environment, giving children and their family members plenty of room to bounce and play safely. Children must be at least 34" to bounce, have a completed electronic waiver, and have socks to bounce. *This event is offered on the first Tuesday of every month.

Kids Yoga Class

Tuesday, November 7, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

Studio One at The Coliseum - 333 Preston Avenue, Voorhees NJ

Children in Grades K through 5 will bend, twist, jump, sing, relax, and unwind. The children will be guided through yoga postures, songs, games, breath control, and meditation (yes!). Yoga will help your child develop a creative, calm, balanced mind and a strong, agile, flexible body. Our Little Pretzels have fun and act silly while improving concentration, body awareness, focus, and self-confidence!

Toddler Playtime

Wednesday, November 8, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Community Center - 321 7th Avenue, Haddon Heights

Children ages Twelve Months up to Three and half years old 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.

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Story Time at All Fired Up

Wednesday, November 8, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

All Fired Up - 602 Haddon Avenue, Collingswood NJ

We will read “Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf” by Lois Ehlert at our story time! Ehlert uses watercolor collage and pieces of actual seeds, fabric, wire, and roots in this innovative and rich introduction to the life of a tree. Attendees will have the opportunity to paint a little leaf votive after we read the story. *This event is also offered November 9 at 1:00 pm and November 11 at 10:00 am.

Build-to-Give LEGOs

Wednesday, November 8, 10:00 AM - 9:30 PM

LEGO Store at the Cherry Hill Mall - 2000 Rt. 38, Cherry Hill, NJ

Join us at the LEGO Store to build a holiday ornament! For each ornament built, a LEGO set will be donated to a child in a pediatric hospital for the holidays. *This event is also offered on November 14 and November 21.

Mini Masters Preschooler Drop-off Class

Wednesday, November 8, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

1721 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ

Drop-off art class for preschoolers. Your kiddo will learn about art, history, cultures, science and more as they draw, paint, print, and sculpt! *This class is also offered on Tuesdays.

Mommy & Me Barre

Wednesday, November 8, 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

The Village - 421 North Haddon Avenue, Haddonfield NJ

A 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!

Family Bounce Night

Wednesday, November 8, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

BounceU - Cherry Hill

The endless excitement of our inflatables and games is perfect for the whole family, and there's no better place to bond than BounceU. Ask about pre-ordering a pizza for the whole family. Completed waivers and socks are required to participate in the bounce stadiums.

Intro Swim Lessons Ages 3+

Wednesday, November 8, 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

LA Fitness - Rt. 38, Cherry Hill

Our "Starfish" lessons are a small group introductory skills course for children ages three and up. In this course, children focus on preparing for swim stroke classes by learning the basics of "face-in" breathing and being able to demonstrate propulsion techniques. All of our classes vary on both age and skill level.

Learn to Skate

Wednesday, November 8, 5:55 PM - 6:55 PM

Flyer's Skate Zone - 601 Laurel Oak Road, Voorhees NJ

Our Learn to Skate program, which includes 30 minutes of professional instruction and 30 minutes of practice time each week, will help your child become a better skater! *This program is also offered on Friday's and Sunday's. Class will not be held on November 26.

Jumpapalooza

Wednesday, November 8, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sky Zone - Maple Shade

Get a two-hour, all-access pass to everything at Sky Zone for one awesome price of $20/jumper. You can: Freestyle Jump, Ultimate Dodgeball, SkySlam, and more.Book your spot online because Jumpapalooza can get booked quickly. *Jumpapalooza is also available every Friday night from 8:00 to 11:00

The Art of Caking Series: Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 8, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Kitchen Kapers, East Gate Square - Moorestown

If your child loves Thanksgiving and cakes (and who doesn’t), these classes are perfect for your young adult. This is a series of 3 classes where your young baker in training learns the art of making the perfect cake, frosting, and filling. And for the final class your child will be able to decorate their own cake. From top to bottom we will go over the basics of cake preparation and much more. In the second class, the students will learn how to prepare both fillings and frostings. Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and have long hair tied back.

Gymnastics, Games & Indoor Ziplining

Wednesday, November 8, 6:30 PM - 7:20 PM

KidFit - Cherry Hill

Basic gymnastic and sports instruction, A warm up, A Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course, 3 skill builders, A weekly challenge, A game, A ride on our zip line!

Day Off Adventures

Thursday, November 9, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge - Medford

No school? Why not enjoy a full day of fun at Cedar Run? Activities include hikes, games, live animals, crafts, and more. On November 10th and 11th, 2016 children can join us from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for exciting adventures at Cedar Run. Pre-registration required. Sign-ups must be made at least 1 week in advance.
*Programs are planned for outdoors, dress for the weather and bring a packed lunch and water bottle

Cinderella at Ritz Theatre Company

Thursday, November 9, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Ritz Theatre Company - 915 White Horse Pike, Westmont NJ

Join us as the Ritz Theatre Company performs Cinderella! A young woman finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother and stepsisters, who reduce her to a simple maid. Despite her circumstances, Cinderella stays positive for many years. An invitation to a palace ball finally gives Cinderella hope, but her stepmother prevents her from going. Help arrives in the form of a kindly beggar woman who turns out to be Cinderella’s fairy godmother and gives her a chance to make her dreams come true. *Cinderella opens on November 9 and runs through November 11.

Story Playtime Drop In Class

Thursday, November 9, 10:30 AM - 11:45 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 11:00am! No need to sign-up, just drop-in, make new friends and PLAY!

Play to Grow

Thursday, November 9, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

The Village South Jersey- Haddonfield

Come our and Play to Grow with Chelsie Young, Child Development Specialist For babies and children, play is their work. Play is how babies learn. In this class, caregivers and their babies will find ways to interact using simple songs, fingerplays, and household materials. Each week, we will review a different area of development - cognitive, communication, social-emotional, and physical development, and how to incorporate play. By stimulating baby’s senses with play we can foster strong relationships with caregivers, more restful sleep, and an overall happier baby. This class will provide parents with information and activities to implement at home while meeting other new parents to become part of a community of mindful caregivers. Babies are welcome in this class!

Tot Dance Class

Thursday, November 9, 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM

Community Center - 321 7th Avenue, Haddon Heights

Our Triple Threat Tots Dance Class will introduce the basic styles of Tap, Ballet, and Jazz in one energetic hour. The class is designed for ages 3-6 and will require a leotard, tights,ballet, and tap shoes. *Students enrolled in this 10 week program, will perform an end of session showcase for their family and friends!

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Acting for Beginners

Thursday, November 9, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Haddon Heights Community Center - 321 7th Avenue

The Village Playbox invites you to join us for the ultimate youth theatre experience! Each student will have the chance to audition (everyone participates), act, and assist with set design, costuming and props. Your child will not only learn what it takes to produce a successful production, but they will learn the value of teamwork while they work together to produce a show of their own! *No Class November 23rd

Kids HipHop & Bop Class

Thursday, November 9, 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM

Croft Farms Art Center

This class includes fun exercises/stretches, hip hop routines, games, and expressing ourselves through dance. Also improves the way each child works with a partner and as a team dancer. A very upbeat, fun, and exciting beginner’s class for all boys and girls. A perfect, easy going environment for children to get to know hip hop and what future hip hop classes entail. At the end of the program, students will perform two hip hop routines learned along the course of the class! *Things needed for this class are a water bottle, clothing of choice, and sneakers/dance shoes.

Kids Yoga Class

Thursday, November 9, 6:15 PM - 7:15 PM

Studio One at The Coliseum - 333 Preston Avenue, Voorhees NJ

Children in Grades K through 5 will bend, twist, jump, sing, relax, and unwind. The children will be guided through yoga postures, songs, games, breath control, and meditation (yes!). Yoga will help your child develop a creative, calm, balanced mind and a strong, agile, flexible body. Our Little Pretzels have fun and act silly while improving concentration, body awareness, focus, and self-confidence!

Day Off Adventures

Friday, November 10, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge - Medford

No school? Why not enjoy a full day of fun at Cedar Run? Activities include hikes, games, live animals, crafts, and more. On November 10th and 11th, 2016 children can join us from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for exciting adventures at Cedar Run. Pre-registration required. Sign-ups must be made at least 1 week in advance.
*Programs are planned for outdoors, dress for the weather and bring a packed lunch and water bottle

Story Playtime Drop In Class

Friday, November 10, 10:30 AM - 11:45 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 11:00am! No need to sign-up, just drop-in, make new friends and PLAY!

Fun, Games & Indoor Ziplining

Friday, November 10, 12:30 PM - 1:20 PM

KidFit - Cherry Hill

Basic gymnastic and sports instruction, A warm up, A Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course, 3 skill builders, A weekly challenge, A game, A ride on our zip line!

Kid's Canvas Painting Class

Friday, November 10, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Color Me Mine - Ritz Plaza, Voorhees NJ

Paint a new canvas design every week. Our artist guides the class step-by-step. Take your painting home that day ready to hang! Sign up for one class or as many as you choose. *Drop-off only!

Saturday Morning Pajama Party

Saturday, November 11, 7:30 AM - 10:30 AM

The Pop Shop - Collingswood

Kids can wear their PJ's to The Pop Shop on Saturday mornings and their breakfast from the Squirt Menu is FREE Beverages are not included and the child must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Art Start (Adult/Child Class)

Saturday, November 11, 9:15 AM - 10:15 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. *No class is held on November 25.

Free Admission for Military

Saturday, November 11, 10:00 AM

Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge - Medford

All active and retired military will receive FREE admission to the refuge all weekend. Please present your military ID in the nature center. We thank you and appreciate all that you do!

Santa's Holiday Celebration

Saturday, November 11, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Deptford Mall - 1750 Deptford Center Road, Deptford NJ

Kick off the holiday season with Deptford Mall! Enjoy a mall-wide festive holiday parade and the official opening of Santa HQ! Plus, live music, strolling entertainment, holiday crafts, face painting, fun giveaways & more! Holiday parade starts at 10:00am and visits and photos with Santa will begin at approximately 10:30am.

Alex & The Kaleidoscope

Saturday, November 11, 11:00 AM

World Cafe Live - 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia PA

Alex and his group of fun-loving musicians Alex & The Kaleidoscope has been captivating kids & adults alike with their fresh approach to music for young audiences for over a decade. Audiences clap along, sing, dance and improvise with the band, actively participating in the concerts creating a profound sense of community and connection. Alex's sensitivity, humor, and ability to connect with adults and children alike make these shows a wonderful experience for the entire family. An uplifting, feel-good concert that will leave audiences more connected to themselves, each other and the world around them!

Preschool Storytime

Saturday, November 11, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Barnes & Noble - Marlton NJ

Join us for storytime with your preschooler every Saturday morning! This week we'll be reading "A Loud Winter's Nap" by Katy Hudson!

Train Celebration

Saturday, November 11, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Camden Children's Garden

The Camden Children’s Garden salutes a nostalgic favorite – Trains! Join us for train themed crafts, games, and fun railroad stories! *This event also occurs on Sunday, November 12.

Grand Arrival of Santa Claus

Saturday, November 11, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Storybook Land - 6415 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ

Join us on this very special evening as we welcome Mr. & Mrs. Claus to Storybook Land and see all of your favorite Storybook characters on beautifully decorated floats!
The parade concludes with the lighting on the park by Santa Claus himself! *The rain date for this event is Sunday, November 12