Burlington County Fall 2021 Program
Burlington County Fall 2021 Program
Burlington County Fall 2021 Program
The best summer produce is still in season! Support your local farmers ~ from heirloom to organic – stop by for local varieties of
tomatoes, watermelon, cantaloupes, apples, plums, sweet corn, beets, lima beans, and look for pumpkins starting to sneak in.
Artisan breads, cheeses and chocolates ~ fresh eggs and local honey are available. Free Cooking Demo at 10am with Chef Neel-
ma Patel creating in-season recipes, and Live Music all morning with Full Circle. Visit burlcoagcenter.com for more details, and
email farmmarket@co.burlington.nj.us to receive the weekly market newsletter.
SEPTEMBER 8, 10 AM – HUGH CAMPBELL’S RANCOCAS CREEK, Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences
Artist Hugh Campbell lived along the Rancocas Creek for over 50 years. His paintings of the creek and the thriving communities
along its shady banks offer viewers a trip back in time when people from Philadelphia and Camden came to the Rancocas to es-
cape the hustle and bustle of city life. In this narrated video presentation, artist Art Smith visits the creek with Hugh Campbell
paintings to discuss not only what Campbell saw and painted, but maybe even what he was thinking at the time. Masks are re-
quired. This program will also take place virtually on Zoom on September 8 at 7 PM. Registration is required. Register here.
SEPTEMBER 10, 3 PM – AUTUMN RAMBLE PHOTORAPHY WALK AND TALK, Crystal Lake Park
Crystal Lake Park is a unique hidden gem with abundant wildlife, sprawling fields and lush vegetation. Every step offers a different
view of the picturesque landscape as we trek through Cretaceous lowlands, and stroll along the meadow’s edge. The focus will be
on learning some simple techniques, with the goal of capturing more intriguing images. No matter what the location or subject,
there is always a way to look at it from another perspective. Prerequisites: A camera (digital recommended) and a basic under-
standing of photography. Meet at the Pavilion near the parking lot at Crystal Lake Park. Please dress appropriate for the weather
and conditions, as we will be hiking through the park. Register Here.
SEPTEMBER 10, 7 PM - CONCERT IN THE PARK, HIGH NOON BAND, Historic Smithville Park
A fan favorite makes their debut at Smithville Park! Grab a chair, your picnic baskets, and your family and friends and join us for
an evening of live music at the park! Bring snacks as there will be no food trucks on site. Gates will open at 6 PM. There’s plenty
of parking and open field seating! Rain or inclement weather will cancel.
HIGH NOON is the East Coast's premier tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd &
Southern Rock, performing exclusively the 70's classic hits of Lynyrd
Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers Band, Molly Hatchet, The Outlaws, 38
Special and The Marshall Tucker
Band. With a deep dedication to the
legacy of this timeless music, HIGH
NOON brings an authenticity like no
other. Join us on a journey back to a
golden age of live music, and experi-
ence once again the raw power of all
of your favorite anthems from the
founding fathers of Southern rock.
SEPTEMBER 10 - OVERNIGHT CAMPING WITH THE PARK RANGERS, Smithville Park
Join our Park Rangers for an overnight camping experience in the park. Go for a sunset hike with the sights and sounds of
the seasonal night life in our park followed by a campfire under the moonlight. Bring your own tent and camping gear. Reg-
istration is required. Severe weather will postpone the event, registrants will be notified. Please register all members of your
party. Meeting location will be emailed upon registration.
SEPTEMBER 11 – TOUR DES FARMS - SJRCD's 14th Annual South Jersey Tour des
Farms
Pedal through some of New Jersey's most beautiful farmland. Learn the diversity of South
Jersey's agricultural production. Stop and shop for local produce as you ride. We will pick
up your purchases and deliver them to the starting point (Budds KnP Farm & Country Mar-
ket). There are three route options: an easy 11-mile route; a 29-mile route; and a 48-mile
route. These routes offer stops at a cranberry farm, vegetable farms, orchards, nurseries,
and an organic farm. This event is co-sponsored by the Burlington County Board of County
Commissioners. Registration/sign-in begins at 8:00 AM. Registrants may begin the ride
immediately after signing in. Ride support ends at 3 PM. Visit website for more infor-
mation.
SEPTEMBER 15, 10 AM – WHERE DID IT COME FROM? PART 2, Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences
Expressions have crept into our language. Sayings like “by hook or by crook”; “I’ll bet you from dollars to donuts”; and, “up
to scratch”. What do these sayings really mean and how did they become part of our everyday chatter? Find out why we
say “straight from the horse’s mouth” when we mean something is absolutely true, or “elephant in the room” when there’s an
uncomfortable situation to be dealt with. Join us in exploring the roots and uses of these and other phrases. Masks are re-
quired. This program will also take place virtually on Zoom on September 15 at 6 PM. Registration is required. Register
here.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2 PM – INVENTIONS AND TRADEMARKS: SEPTEMBER, Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences
Continued by popular demand, hear the story of many of the inventions, patents, and trademarks issued in the month of Sep-
tember through the centuries. From household items to cars, photography to television, many of the things we take for granted
today were patented and trademarked in September. Learn the stories behind these and many more. Masks are required. This
program will also take place virtually on Zoom on September 20 at 6 PM. Registration is required. Register here.
Being hailed as "The Nation's #1 Tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons,
"Lights Out" brings a lead singer whose voice is virtually identical to Frankie
Valli himself, and the group's harmonies, engaging personality, and a fully chore-
ographed show keeps audiences captivated from beginning to end.
SEPTEMBER 24, 7:30 PM - CONCERT IN THE PARK - LIGHTS OUT, Historic Smithville Park
Oh What a Night! Grab the family, friends, lawn chairs and your dancing shoes and join us on September 24 for an evening with
the nation’s number one tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons! This fantastic show is entertaining and will have you
dancing the night away! Bring snacks as there will be no food trucks on site. Gates will open at 6 PM. There’s plenty of parking
and open field seating! Rain or inclement weather will cancel.
OCTOBER 14, 2 PM – INVENTIONS AND TRADEMARKS: OCTOBER, Burlington County Lyceum of History and Natural
Sciences
Continuing with our series, hear the story of many of the inventions, patents, and trademarks issued in the month of October
through the centuries. From television shows to books, medicine to food, many of the things we take for granted were patented
and trademarked in October. Learn the stories behind these and many more. Masks are required. This program will also take
place virtually on Zoom on October 14 at 6 PM. Registration is required. Register here.
OCTOBER 22, 3 PM – AUTUMN RAMBLE PHOTORAPHY WALK AND TALK, Boundary Creek Park
Do you want to learn how to take amazing photos in a relaxed, outdoor atmosphere while enjoying nature? Join us at Boundary
Creek Park, a unique setting that offers visitors fantastic opportunities for bird watching and wildlife viewing. Upland and lowland
forests, fields, tidal wetlands, and the open water of the Rancocas Creek all overlap in this relatively small area to create a haven
for all types of birds and other wildlife. It’s the perfect setting to capture unique photos! These walks offer a short introduction to
photography and continue with an inspiring nature photo walk. During the walks, you’ll be given many tips on how to take more cre-
ative and distinctive photos. Prerequisites: A camera (digital recommended) and a basic understanding of photography. Meet near
the parking lot at Boundary Creek Park. Please dress appropriate for the weather and conditions as we will be hiking through the
park. Register here. This program repeats on November 12.
OCTOBER 27, 10 AM – HAUNTED NEW JERSEY, Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences
We’ve all heard of the Jersey Devil, but how about the Atco ghost, the Basking Ridge Devil’s Tree, Newark’s Ghost Train, or the
Woodbridge Cemetery Snake? Explore these creepy New Jersey legends and more. Find out if your town is haunted. Masks are
required. This program will also take place virtually on Zoom on October 27 at 6 PM. Registration is required. Register here.
OCTOBER 27 – 6 PM – HAUNTED NEW JERSEY (Virtual), Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences
We’ve all heard of the Jersey Devil, but how about the Atco ghost, the Basking Ridge Devil’s Tree, Newark’s Ghost Train, or the
Woodbridge Cemetery Snake? Explore these creepy New Jersey legends and more. Find out if your town is haunted. A Zoom
link will be provided upon registration. Registration is required. Register here.
NOVEMBER 6 - OVERNIGHT CAMPING WITH THE PARK RANGERS, Long Bridge Park
Join our Park Rangers for an overnight camping experience in the park. Go for a sunset hike with the sights and sounds of the
seasonal night life in our park followed by a campfire under the moonlight. Bring your own tent and camping gear. Registration is
required. Severe weather will postpone the event, registrants will be notified. Please register all members of your party. Meeting
location will be emailed upon registration.
NOVEMBER 9, 10 AM – NOVEMBER 1777: THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION IN BURLINGTON COUNTY, Lyceum of History
and Natural Sciences
In November 1777, Burlington County once again became embroiled in The American Revolution. The British occupied Philadel-
phia and Burlington County was open country for both armies. Hear which famous generals kept their headquarters here and
learn about the mysterious Hermit of Mount Holly. Masks are required. This program will also take place virtually on Zoom on
November 17 at 7 PM. Registration is required. Register here.
NOVEMBER 10, 10 AM – ADVENTURE TO THE PAST: COLONIAL AMERICA, Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences
As requested, we are bringing back “Adventure to the Past”. This time for adults! Join us for the second of three programs. This
week, we will be learning what is was like to live in Colonial America. What was school like? What chores did you have? What
jobs would you have held? Learn the answers to these and many other questions through stories, games, making butter, and
making colored and invisible ink. Masks are required. Registration is required. You can attend one or all programs. Register
here.
NOVEMBER 15, 2 PM – INVENTIONS AND TRADEMARKS: NOVEMBER, Lyceum of History and Natural Sciences
Continuing with our series, hear the story of many of the inventions, patents, and trademarks issued in the month of November
through the centuries. From vehicles to electronics, movies to board games, many of the things we take for granted were patent-
ed and trademarked in November. Learn the stories behind these and many more. Masks are required. This program will also
take place virtually on Zoom on November 15 at 6 PM. Registration is required. Register here.
The Rancocas Nature Center is a non-profit organization situated on 210 acres of the Rancocas State Park with
3 miles of hiking trails through meadows, forest, and wetlands. The Center opened its doors in 1977 and has
provided the area with a year-round variety of environmental education programs for all ages, both on-site and
off-site, for schools, scouts, libraries, senior citizens, and the general public. The Nature Center is located at
794 Rancocas Road in Westampton.
SEPTEMBER 16, 10 AM – WOODSY WONDERERS, Rancocas Nature Center
For grades Pre-K to 1st (Parental participation required). Our Woodsy Wonderers program continues for fall
2021. Each class will include a story, a natural area exploration, student-led inquiry, and free play. Based on the
“forest schools” concept, this outdoor education model focuses on student interactions with natural spaces and
offers hands-on learning in a woodland environment. This program is 100% outdoors and held rain or shine. Masks and social
distancing are required. Registration is limited to 8 children. Register at info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Cost: $10/per child/per
session (with a current Rancocas membership). The series continues on Thursdays, September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and
November 11 & 18.
SEPTEMBER 21, 10:30 AM – STORIES AND PUPPETS AND WALKS, OH MY!, Rancocas Nature Center
This approximately hour-long program for younger children ages 3 to 7 accompanied by a caregiver, features a different theme
each week, and families will enjoy short walks in the meadows and woods. Please bring a sit-upon for each person. Register
online or at info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. There is no charge for this program, but participants need to be Rancocas Nature
Center members. NOTE: This program is held outdoors and is limited to the registration of 6 caregivers.
Face masks are required for all attendees. The series continues on October 5,19, November 2, and16.
OCTOBER 2, 4 PM – SIPS & SOUNDS AT THE FARM, Burlington County Agricultural Center Barn
The Friends of the Rancocas Nature Center are hosting its 2 nd annual fall fundraiser in the rustic, open-air setting at the barn,
site of the weekly Farmers Market on Centerton Road. Join Rancocas supporters for a beer and wine tasting featuring Spell-
bound Brewery and a local winery (TBD) with additional pours available for purchase. Meet the Brewmeister and Winemaker,
hear about beer and wine/food pairing tips, enjoy the live music of “Lost in Brunswick,” and sample delicious food served by
Michael’s Catering, while relaxing in the peaceful, rural atmosphere. The event will feature a 50/50 raffle. Tickets: $60/per adult
(includes a souvenir wine glass) can be purchased online at Eventbrite, by calling or stopping by the Rancocas Visitors Center,
or by mailing a check to 794 Rancocas Road, Westampton, NJ.
OCTOBER 19, 10:30 AM – STORIES AND PUPPETS AND WALKS, OH MY!, Rancocas Nature Center
This approximately hour-long program for younger children ages 3 to 7 accompanied by a caregiver, features a different theme
each week, and families will enjoy short walks in the meadows and woods. Please bring a sit-upon for each person. Register
online or at info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. There is no charge for this program, but participants need to be Rancocas Nature
Center members. NOTE: This program is held outdoors and is limited to the registration of 6 caregivers.
Face masks are required for all attendees. The series continues on November 2, and16.
NOVEMBER 2, 10:30 AM – STORIES AND PUPPETS AND WALKS, OH MY!, Rancocas Nature Center
This approximately hour-long program for younger children ages 3 to 7 accompanied by a caregiver, features a different theme
each week, and families will enjoy short walks in the meadows and woods. Please bring a sit-upon for each person. Register
online or at info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. There is no charge for this program, but participants need to be Rancocas Nature
Center members. NOTE: This program is held outdoors and is limited to the registration of 6 caregivers.
Face masks are required for all attendees. The series continues on November 16.
NOVEMBER 5, 1 PM – ART IN THE OUTDOORS FOR GIRL SCOUTS, Rancocas Nature Center
This three-hour program includes all the requirements needed to complete the Outdoor Art Apprentice Badge.
Materials are included. Register at info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Cost: $20/per scout. Inclement weather cancels. Rain date
TBD. Masks and social distancing are required.
NOVEMBER 13, 4:30 PM & 5:30 PM Start times – TWILIGHT WALKS & CAMPFIRE, Rancocas Nature Center
Session I: 4:30 to 6 PM Session II: 5:30 to 7 PM
The Rancocas preserve is a wondrous place to hike as the day transitions into night. Small groups will join Rancocas staff for
interpretive walks through the meadow and woods to observe and hear the sights and sounds of the nocturnal world. The pro-
gram, designed for adults and families, will include a take-home lantern-making project and storytelling by a campfire. Register
at info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. Limit: 8 families/pods for each session. Fee: Rancocas members, $20/per family/adult pod;
non-members, $25/per family/adult pod. Please pay at the center when arriving. Inclement weather cancels. Masks are required
in the area surrounding the nature center during activities where social distancing is not always possible.
NOVEMBER 16, 10:30 AM – STORIES AND PUPPETS AND WALKS, OH MY!, Rancocas Nature Center
This approximately hour-long program for younger children ages 3 to 7 accompanied by a caregiver, features a different theme
each week, and families will enjoy short walks in the meadows and woods. Please bring a sit-upon for each person. Register
online or at info@rancocasnaturecenter.org. There is no charge for this program, but participants need to be Rancocas Nature
Center members. NOTE: This program is held outdoors and is limited to the registration of 6 caregivers.
Face masks are required for all attendees.
Gallery hours are Thursday - Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM and Sunday, Noon - 4 PM. Entry is free!