Things To Do This Weekend (11/20-22/2009) Around Marlton Area

Looks like this might be a nice weather weekend, which is good,  because there is lots to do around the Marlton area. So get out and enjoy the weekend and check out the events around town.

Friday 11/20/2008

For Everyone:

Philcon 2009 – Crowne Plaza Hotel – Call for start time and ticket information: 856-665-6666. This annual convention celebrates science fiction, fantasy and horror, with a focus on the literary aspects of the genres. This year's guests include authors Cory Doctorow and Catharine Asaro as well as artist Frank Wu. Price: $55 advance, $60 day of event; $25 ages 7-25; free for children under 7. 2349 W. Marlton Pike Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

South Jersey Camera Club Show – Medford Leas Gallery 9am-8pm – Enjoy a wide array of photographs taken by members of the South Jersey Camera Club. Admission is free. 1 Medford Leas Way Medford, NJ Phone: 609-654-3007.

Beauty and Mystery of the Pine Barrens Art Exhibit – Mount Laurel Public Library 9:30am-9pm – The library will host Irvane Spracklin's exhibit, "Beauty and Mystery of the Pine Barrens." 100 Walt Whitman Avenue Mount Laurel, NJ 08054 Phone: 856-234-7319

Cherry Hill Library Book Sale – Cherry Hill Public Library 9:30am-4pm – Hardcovers, paperbacks, children's books, DVDs, CDs, cassettes, audio and video tapes, records, games and more. All proceeds benefit library programs and activities. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cherry Hill Public Library. 1100 Kings Highway Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Phone: 856-667-0300.

Shop 'til You Drop – The Saints Prison Ministry Office 4pm-9pm – his event will be an opportunity to purchase cash & carry items, as well as catalog merchandise from independent consultants. Buy holiday gifts from Premier Designs Jewelry, Thirty-One, Signature Homestyles, Avon, PartyLite, Discovery Toys, Tastefully Simple, Simply Fun, MaryKay, Tupperware, homemade coffee blends, Longaberger and Pampered Chef. A percentage of the evening's proceeds will go directly to The Saints Prison Ministry. 101C Foster Road Moorestown, NJ 08057 Phone: 856-866-9428.

Cherokee Chiefs HS vs Williamstown HS – Cherokee High School 7pm – Nj State Semi-Final Playoff game. Tomlinson Mill Rd Marlton, NJ 08053.

Connection Beyond Gallery with Medium Marisa Liza Pell – Pilates Core Center & Dragonfly Yoga 7pm – A two hour event connecting guests with messages of strength, hope and love from those who passed on, A Question and Answer period to follow. For ticket information, click here (http://www.tix.com/Event.asp?Event=222232) 1919 Greentree Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 Phone: 877-218-0228.

Kilmer School Holiday Shop – Kilmer School 7pm-9:30pm – Kilmer School Shop 'til You Drop' Bazaar. Setup begins at 5-30. Shows runs from 7pm to 9:30pm. $25 w/o table, $30 w/ table. Call for more info/app – 2900 W Chapel Ave Cherry Hill NJ 08002.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Memphis Grizzlies – Wachovia Center 7pm Philadelphia PA.

For Kids and Family:

Babes in Toyland – Ritz Theatre 10am All tickets, $8 – Two unhappy children run away from home to Toyland, a magical land of spirited toys. As the parents and toys search for the children, the characters and audience discover the true meaning of Christmas. 915 White Horse Pike Haddon Township, NJ (856)858-5230.

Time for Twos – Pinelands/Medford Branch Library 10:30am – Join Mrs. King for stories and a simple craft. This program is for 2-year-olds and their caregivers. 39 Allen Avenue Medford, NJ Phone: 609-654-6113.

Pajama Program Drop Off Site – Exit Realty of Cherry Hill 9am – 7pm – Collection of pajamas and books for children age newborn through teen, to be distributed in Camden County by the Pajama Program, NJ Chapter. 100 Barclay Pavilion West Cherry Hill , NJ 08034 Phone: 856-216-0400. http://pajamaprogram.org

Saturday 11/21/2008

For Everyone:

Collingswood Farmers Market – Downtown Collingswood 8am – This market offers Jersey Fresh products, local produce and flowers, honey, plants, gourmet homemade baked goods, cheese and more. The farmers' market, set up between Collings and Irvin Avenues, takes place rain or shine. Haddon Avenue Collingswood NJ 08108 Phone: 856-854-0720.

Cherokee High School Holiday Craft Fair – Cherokee High School 9am-3pm Free Admission – The 60+ vendors will feature crafts, needlework, woodcrafts, jewelry, pottery, clothing and more. Various school clubs will host an International Food Court with table seating. Proceeds benefit the Cherokee Class of 2010 and other school organizations. 120 Tomlinson Mill Road Marlton, NJ 08053 North Cafeteria Phone: 856-983-5140

Church Craft Bazaar – Masonville-Rancocas United Methodist Church 9am-2pm – Baked goods, soup and lunch available. Call (856) 722-9717 to reserve a space for $5. 200 Masonville Road Mount Laurel, NJ 08054.

South Jersey Camera Club Show – Medford Leas Gallery 9am-8pm – Enjoy a wide array of photographs taken by members of the South Jersey Camera Club. Admission is free. 1 Medford Leas Way Medford, NJ Phone: 609-654-3007.

Cherry Hill Library Book Sale – Cherry Hill Public Library 9:30am-4pm – Hardcovers, paperbacks, children's books, DVDs, CDs, cassettes, audio and video tapes, records, games and more. All proceeds benefit library programs and activities. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cherry Hill Public Library. 1100 Kings Highway Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Phone: 856-667-0300

Estate Planning Seminar – Cherry Hill Public Library 10am-12pm – Event is free – 1100 Kings Highway Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08034 Phone; 856-663-3800

For Kids and Family:

Children's Dance Class – Ashland Church 10am-10:45am – Dance class every Saturday for preschool to 2nd graders. Kids will learn basic dance moves and work on dances for special events and services. Open to all (you don't have to be members). Suggested donation: $10 for year (not required). 33 E. Evesham Road Voorhees, NJ 08043 Phone: 856-429-8844

Pilgrims, Indians and Pumpkin Pie – M. Allan Vogelson Regional Branch Library 11am – For children ages 3-7: Listen to stories about the first Thanksgiving. 203 Laurel Road Voorhees, NJ 08043 Phone: 856-772-1636.

Santa's Arrival – Voorhees Town Center 12pm-2am – The mall kicks of the season with a celebration on the plaza (weather permitting) that includes Santa and strolling entertainers. Kids' activities will also take place inside the mall. Burnt Mill and Somerdale roads Phone: 856-772-1950.

Don't forget Santa will also be at the Cherry Hill mall during the weekend.

Babes in Toyland – Ritz Theatre 1pm All tickets, $8 – Two unhappy children run away from home to Toyland, a magical land of spirited toys. As the parents and toys search for the children, the characters and audience discover the true meaning of Christmas. 915 White Horse Pike Haddon Township, NJ (856)858-5230.

Sunday 11/22/2008

For Everyone:

South Jersey Camera Club Show – Medford Leas Gallery 9am-8pm – Enjoy a wide array of photographs taken by members of the South Jersey Camera Club. Admission is free. 1 Medford Leas Way Medford, NJ Phone: 609-654-3007.

Holiday Craft Bazaar – Congregation M'kor Shalom 10am-2pm – More than 40 vendors will be selling stationery, food, clothing, jewelry, baby goods, pottery, handbags, make-up and more. For more information, contact the synagogue office at (856) 424-4220 or visit www.Mkorshalom.org. 850 E. Evesham Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 Phone: 856-424-4304.

For Kids and Family:

Rubber Band Race Car Craft -

M. Allan Vogelson Regional Branch Library 1:30pm – Grades 3-5. Kids will make their own rubber band race car and see how far it goes. Caregiver assistance required. 203 Laurel Road Voorhees, NJ 08043 Phone: 856-772-1636.