This Week in New Jersey’s Heartland: October 17
This week, our friends from Downtown Vineland will unveil their new logo with a branding launch party! You can also begin getting in the spirit of Halloween with a variety of spooky activities throughout New Jersey’s Heartland!
Scarecrow Decorating
Landis Avenue, Downtown Vineland
Monday, October 17| 10am to 5pm | Free
Downtown Vineland in partnership with their public, private and charter schools and clubs/organizations are going to have approximately 30 scarecrows adorning Vineland’s downtown for the autumn season!
The public will be invited to vote for them via online or voting boxes in select businesses in Vineland’s downtown.
Teen Movie Monday
Millville Public Library
210 Buck St., Millville
Monday, October 17 | 5pm to 7pm | Free
All teens are welcome to stop by the Millville Public Library’s Gant room for a Teen Movie Monday!
Stockton Sustainability Water Workshop
Stockton University Kramer Hall
30 Front Street, Hammonton
Tuesday, October 18 | 6pm to 8pm | Free
Dr. Tait Chirenje, Stockton professor, Hammonton local and sustainability expert will present three workshops on water, energy and waste management around your home. Great opportunity for Hammonton residents! Light refreshments will be served. RSVP to ginna.petrillo@stockton.edu
AtlantiCare Lunch and Learn on Stress Management
Stockton University Kramer Hall
30 Front St, Hammonton
Wednesday, October 19 | 12pm to 1pm | Free
Join Stockton University for an interactive presentation including various stress management tools and techniques with Awilda Guzman, wellness specialist with AtlantiCare, Certified Wellness Coach, and Certified Matter of Balance Coach. A healthy lunch will be served! RSVP by emailing ginna.petrillo@stockton.edu
Downtown Vineland Branding Launch Party
Landis Theater
830 E. Landis Ave, Vineland
Thursday, October 20 | 5:30pm to 9pm | Free
An exciting, multi-media presentation and roll out of Vineland’s new rebranding for their downtown! The event will begin with a social hour including hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar in the theater lobby, and an opportunity to network. The program will feature a multimedia film and theatrical depiction of the journey to the new brand and an unveiling of a new logo!
Dream! A Mother Daughter Creative Escape
Appel Farm Arts & Music Center
457 Shirley Rd, Elmer
Friday, October 21 to Sunday, October 23
Enjoy a weekend with your daughter filled with intentional programming including Dream Catcher Weaving, Beginners Yoga, S’mores around a campfire, and more. The accommodations include 2 nights in dorm style bunk beds, modern bathroom facilities as well as five organic and mostly vegetarian meals, an ice cream sundae party, and a Saturday afternoon wine tasting for mom.
Third Friday in Millville
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts
22 North High Street, Millville
Friday, October 21 | 6pm to 8pm
The opening Art Reception at the RRCA will take place during Millville’s Third Friday featuring the following artists:
North Gallery: Associate Artists Show featuring the RRCA’s member artists
Witt Gallery: Upcycle an Eco Friendly Art Exhibit, featuring art made from items previously used
Artists Alcove: Featuring member artist Grace Zambelli and Michael Zambelli
Atrium: Screampunk: A Steam Punk Halloween, featuring the art of Nancy Sharp
Visit businesses along Millville Main Street for other Third Friday happenings!
Jay and The Americans
Broadway Theatre of Pitman
43 South Broadway, Pitman
Friday, October 21 | 8pm to 10pm | $40
Started by four teenage boys 50 years ago, Jay and The Americans is one of the lasting success stories in Rock n’ Roll history! Don’t miss an opportunity to see this Hall of Fame Vocal Group live in New Jersey’s Heartland!
Cumberland Mall Harvest Fest
Cumberland Mall
3849 S Delsea Dr, Vineland
Saturday, October 22 | 11am to 2pm | Free
The Cumberland Mall will be hosting a Harvest Fest! Activities will include pumpkin painting, mascots, selfie station, face painting station, Halloween themed craft station and a coloring station! There will be a common area Trick or Treat that will take place between 1pm and 2pm.
Downtown Hammonton Trick-or-Treat
Downtown Hammonton
Saturday, October 22 | 3pm to 7pm | Free
Participating businesses and organizations hand out candy and treats two weeks before Halloween at this fun, daytime event. Enjoy spooky music, entertainment, photo booth, and games. There is a costume contest for you and even your pet!
ACFSCO’s Masquerade Party
Fred & Ethel’s Lantern Light
Historic Towne of Smithville
1 N. New York, Absecon
Saturday, October 22 | 6pm to 10pm | $50 per couple, $30 per individual
A special masquerade party at Fred & Ethel’s Lantern Light in Historic Smithville! Wear your costumes and enjoy an evening of a buffet dinner, soft drinks, beer, dessert, dancing and good times!
