Here Are 8 Events Coming Up In Camden County This Weekend

CAMDEN COUNTY, NJ — Here's a list of upcoming events in Camden County, courtesy of our friends at Visit South Jersey, the official Destination Marketing Organization for Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem counties, and the Outer Coast Plain Wine Region in South Jersey.

Markeim Arts in Haddonfield hosts artist Anthony Johnson’s Show Opening Reception from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Johnson is an artist and father of three based out of Collingswood. Johnson’s practice is centered in neo expressionism, with inspiration and subject matter pulling from his daily life and, most importantly, the memories and experiences he’s gained from childhood into his adult life. Johnson is a self-taught artist and has been perfecting his practice since 2015, which is centered in mixed media and employs the use of oil, acrylic, spray paint, pastels, and resin. Johnson creates exquisite works of art that tell the life stories of Johnson, as well as of those of his loved ones and the community around him. Johnson considers himself extremely blessed to have a family while also enjoying quality time pursuing his passion of painting. More information is available at www.ONETAarts.com and at https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/anthony-johnson-show-opening-reception/.

Collingswood’s 2021 Shop Local Cash Mob will be held on Thursday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Shoppers just need to spend a minimum of $23 in Downtown Collingswood that evening. Buy gifts, toys, produce, candy, jewelry, home goods, school supplies, clothing or enjoy a service or evening out – all available from Collingswood merchants. By joining forces for shopping local, shoppers show Borough businesses how much they are loved and celebrate the business districts together. Collingswood and Shop Camden County host Cash Mob to attract residents and visitors from the county to downtown Collingswood – and most importantly to show their businesses support. The event will end with a reception at Songbird Karaoke, 790 Haddon Avenue from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., where shoppers can enjoy food, refreshments, giveaways, door prizes and a Collingswood Cash grand prize. Participants must bring receipts totaling $23 or more in Collingswood-purchased goods or services for admission and to be entered for prizes. The event is part of Camden County’s ongoing Buy Local/Shop Local campaign. For more information, visit https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/23-on-the-23rd/.

The regional premiere of "Daphne's Dive" by Quiara Alegria Hudes tracks the patrons of a Philadelphia watering hole, her hometown and the setting for her Pulitzer Prize-winning play "Water by the Spoonful" which was produced by SCTC in 2016, through a period of nearly 20 years. The show takes center stage at South Camden Theater in Camden at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and at 2 p.m. Sunday. In a tucked away corner of North Philly, six regulars gather at a neighborhood watering hole. Over 20 years, they turn their collective memories into a vivacious mythology. The tales they'd rather forget, however, keep sneaking up and tapping them on the shoulder. At Daphne's Dive, an aloe plant, a girl's sneaker, a stiff drink, and mounds of trash become talismanic treasures to a group of outsiders trying to be "in" together. For more information, visit https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/daphnes-dive-by-quiara-alegria-hudes-2/.

The 12th annual Gloucester City Art/Music Festival is Saturday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Proprietors Park. There will be music from more than 12 bands performing at The Betsy Ross Pavillion overlooking the Delaware River. There will be several vendors, fine art, crafts, woodwork, and food. Professional artist Stephen Sistilli will be doing Portraits. There will be Henna Tattoos for kids, sand art, and much more. For more information, visit https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/12th-annual-riverfront-art-festival/.

The 8th annual Merchantville Music Festival Goes live Saturday, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Five of the bands that participated in the virtual fest are back and live! The festival opens with the acoustic garage punk inspired duo The Koosmans, followed by Lounge Act led by Charlie Koury, owner of Merchantville’s Charlie’s Crepes. Lounge Act will be playing original songs and “Loungify” select covers. Following Lounge Act is Baltimore’s Ari & the Buffalo Kings. Ari is originally from Pennsauken. Their original tunes are inspired by Spanish guitar, classical flute, folksy three-part harmonies, and rhythms from around the globe. Also originally from Pennsauken, Mark Evans brings his band back to his old stomping grounds. Rounding out Mark’s songwriting and vocals is a rhythm section of Philly stalwarts Roy Fisher and Jeff Pancoast with Grammy winner Pat Robinson on keys as well as Rob Brodie on guitar. Headlining the festival are fan favorites Arsenal, fronted by Alby Miller. Arsenal’s Classic Rock Show will have you on your feet, cheering, dancing and crowd singing. In addition to five bands, Avocado Fiesta, Mary’s Mobile Diner and Latin Bites will be on hand to satisfy your taste buds. Merchantville Music Fest takes place in the triangular parking area bordered by East Park Avenue, East Chestnut Avenue and Eclipse Brewery. Performance order can be found below:

• 3 p.m.: The Koosmans
• 4 p.m.: Lounge Act
• 5 p.m.: Ari & the Buffalo Kings
• 6 p.m.: Mark Evans Band
• 7 p.m.: Arsenal

For more information, visit https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/merchantville-music-fest-2021/.

Gloucester Township will host the 4th annual Drive-In Movie Night at 5:30 p.m. Saturday at Camden County College. Admission is free. There will be food trucks, games, and activities for children. “The Karate Kid” will begin at dusk. In case of bad weather, the rain date is Sunday. For more information, visit https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/drive-in-movie-night/.

Clover Market returns to Downtown Collingswood from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Clover Market is a seasonal open-air market featuring more than 100 vendors with antiques and collectibles, vintage jewelry and clothing, finely crafted handmade items and original art. A lineup of food trucks, live music, featured nonprofit organizations, and family-friendly activities rounds out the lineup. The Clover Market, has received numerous “Best of” awards including “Best Vintage Market” by Flea Market Style Magazine, a “Must-See Outdoor Market” (just one of four in the northeast) by Vintage Style Magazine, “Best Antiques & Vintage Goods” and Best Outdoor Shopping Venue by Main Line Today Magazine, and is regularly featured in local and regional publications for the quality and variety of vendors it features. The Collingswood Clover Market will be located just off Haddon Avenue on Irvin Avenue (at the Millennium Clock) and spreading out in the Kitchen and Associates/Zane Schoolhouse lot and along the Atlantic Avenue parking lot (the site of the current Saturday Farmers’ Market). The Market location is right in the heart of the historic downtown and a short walk from the Borough’s PATCO station. It is a short ride on PATCO from Philadelphia and easily accessible to residents in South Jersey and beyond. The Market is free and open to the public, rain or shine, and the parking options around Collingswood can be found on the Clover Market site and on Collingswood.com. Additional information and vendor inventory sneak peeks can also be found on the Market’s Facebook page for customers who want to plan their day or preview some of the merchandise for sale. Guests can also plan a day enjoying Collingswood’s pedestrian friendly downtown filled with shops, services and some of the best restaurants in the region along “South Jersey’s Restaurant Row.” Many merchants will have specials for Clover Market attendees. The Market is sponsored by Main Line Media News and Main Line Today Magazine, and is produced in cooperation with several local business associations, including the Borough of Collingswood. For more information visit www.theclovermarket.com and https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/clover-market-7/.

Tour the Art Installations of A New View Camden through Halloween. Tours are all day. Visit www.anewviewcamden.com for a map and audio tour to start you on your way. See for yourself the sculpture that transformed Camden lots from dumping hot-spots to community sculpture gardens. For more, visit https://visitsouthjersey.com/events/a-new-view-camden/ and
www.anewviewcamden.com.