By: Follow South Jersey Staff
WOODBURY, N.J. — The 2021 Summer season is almost here and the Gloucester County Board of Commissioners are excited to announce summer programming.
The Board of Commissioners and the Department of Parks and Recreation will hold various summer camps, family fun shows, free summer concerts and special events. Keep a look out for their Summer 2021 Newsletter for information on how to register for our summer camps and a listing of all our summer programming.
Below is a list of dates of currently scheduled events,
Family Fun Shows
Children and families are invited to sing-a-long, dance-a-long and have fun! FREE shows last approximately one hour. All shows begin at 10:30 a.m. unless otherwise stated.
Chestnut Branch Park
401 Main Street, Mantua
6/29 – Safari Sam – Safari Sam comes complete with a gray mustache and a Pith Helmet. Meet puppet Jungle Animals who will amuse you with their silly antics.
7/20 – Lee’s Circus extravaganza – Lee’s Circus Extravaganza is a kaleidoscope of juggling, plate spinning, unicycling, audience interaction and magic.
8/10 – Pirate Magic – Pirate Kevin is the roughest, toughest and funniest pirate to ever sail the 7 Seas.
Fasola Park
12 Sycamore Lane, Deptford
7/1 – Beach Party – Beach Party: A rockin’ fun-filled interactive Beach Party is just what you need!
7/29 – Mammal Mania – This program will showcase different mammals such as porcupines, skunks, wallabies and more.
8/19 – Cowboy Kevin – Cowboy Kevin will entertain all with lasso tricks, juggling and cowboy magic!
Dream Park
400 US-130, Logan Township
7/7 – Kid’s Fun Magician – Kids Fun Magician, Ron, will perform a show with comedy, audience participation and of course Magic!
8/4 – Honey Child Music – Honey Child Music blends humor, learning and super-interactive audience participation into all of her songs.
8/25 – Dino Puppet Show – Join Professor Al O’Saurus and his Prehistoric Puppet Pals on a journey into the fascinating world of the Dinosaurs!
James G Atkinson Park
138 Bethel Mill Rd, Sewell
6/5 – Bwana Jim – 6:00p.m. – Bwana Jim is an experienced animal handler filled with enthusiasm and wit. He presents a crazy and educational wildlife show.
7/9 – Magic Cooking Show – 6:00p.m. – Magic Cooking Show: A crazy goofy chef will magically produce and vanish different foods.
Free Summer Concerts
All shows begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
TK & The Howlers
Saturday, June 12
Rain Date: Sunday, June 13
DJ Bentz Memorial Soccer Complex, Clayton
April Mae & The Junebugs
Saturday, June 19
Rain Date: Sunday, June 20
James G Atkinson Memorial Park, Sewell
Mesquite Honey
Saturday, June 26
Rain Date: Sunday, June 27
5th and River Dr., Westville
Deja Groove
Saturday, July 3, 2020
Rain Date: Monday, July 5, 2020
Woodbury High School Athletic Field, Woodbury
The Bumpuses
Saturday, July 10
Rain Date: Sunday, July 11
James G Atkinson Memorial Park, Sewell
Due South
Saturday, July 17
Rain Date, Saturday, July 18
James G Atkinson Park, Sewell
The British Invasion Experience
Saturday, July 31
Rain Date: Sunday, August 1
James G Atkinson Park, Sewell
Right Turn at 40
Saturday, August 14
Rain Date: Sunday, August 15
James G Atkinson Park, Sewell
Stained Glass
Saturday, August 28 – 1:30 p.m.
Rain or Shine
Fasola Park, Deptford
South 47
Friday, September 3 – 6:00 p.m.
Rain or Shine
Rowan Blvd, Glassboro
For rainout information call 856-589-0047 after 4:00 p.m.
Even more programs will be announced throughout the summer.
To stay up to date on all county programs and events, visit their social media pages on Facebook or Instagram.
For more information on other programs visit www.gloucestercountynj.gov or call 856-251-6710.
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