Wiggles World – Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson NJ

Jackson, NJ – Wiggles World is winding down it’s third year at Jackson’s Six Flags Great Adventure and nearly three years has passed since our last Wiggles World opening article back in 2007.    Back then, Greg Page was still the lead singer for the Wiggles and they were doing a whole different set of music.

So what’s new at Wiggles World three years later?    The music has changed of course slightly as Greg’s songs have been phased out for more of new lead singer Sam Moran’s vocal creations.   For us old Wiggles diehards, of course, this is a bit unsettling, but it’s what’s on the Wiggles in 2009, so the park adjusted accordingly to the times.

The Wiggles stage show continues to slightly improve and morph over the years as different actors are switched in and out, but regardless of what us parents think of the show, the kids absolutely love it and think they’re at a Wiggles concert.

The rides are still in great shape after three years and consist of the Big Red Car which used to be part of Looney Toons Seaport, next to the old frog hop ride which has been converted to Wiggly designs.

The S.S. Feathersword remains the main ride attraction in Wiggles Worlds as an interactive softplay replica of Captain Feathersword’s pirate ship.  For Fright Fest, Wiggles World has been doing a slightly modified Haloween themed performance.

In all, Wiggles World at Six Flags Great Adventure, the 4th children’s themed amusement section in the park, which opened in 2007 to much fanfare continues delivering for the younger kids in the park.

The Garden State Discovery Museum where it’s ok to touch everything

Cherry Hill, NJ – There’s a place in New Jersey where a child can be an NBA all-star, a television news anchor, line chef in a 50’s diner, captain of a fishing boat and much more.    That place is the Garden State Discovery Museum in Cherry Hill, a great fall, winter and rainy day destination for the whole family.

Sure, you can take the kids to a museum where they can just look at not touch, but at the Discovery Museum, not only is touching encouraged, it’s mandatory!  Every ‘exhibit’ in the museum is interactive from the sports stadiums which include basketball court and hockey rink to full service play diner.    

Some highlights of the museum which children always seem to gravitate to include the fully functional televisions studio which includes a news desk, working television cameras, weather map and everything that’s needed for children to pretend they’re in a real live television studio. 

The Silver Diner play area has a fully functional play kitchen in which tiny line order chefs take orders and prepare their culinary creations for eagerly waiting moms and dads in the diner booths.   Little waiters and waitresses run around, taking orders, bussing tables and handing out menus and there’s even bar service.

The museum also has a medical wing where our future doctors and veterinarians check mom and dad in their scrubs, taking xrays, reading charts and most importantly scheduling follow up visits.    For future veterinarians, there’s a pets to check and care for.

After a hard day’s work at the clinic children can head “Down the Shore” and take a fishing expedition on a fishing boat.  For the would be blue collar workers who want to get their hands dirty, there’s a huge construction site that needs lots of fixin’ and the museum provides the children with the tools necessary to get the job done? Can they build it?  They always do.

The possibilities of fun and hands on creativity at the Garden State Discovery Museum are endless.   A fully functioning theater, a rock climbing wall, a garden center and more await your child’s eager hands and buzzing minds.    If you’re looking for something to do on the next rainy weekend, head on down to Cherry Hill and visit the Garden State Dsicovery Museum.

Frightfest returning to Six Flags Great Adventure

Jackson, NJ – Fright Fest at Great Adventure is New Jersey’s most popular Halloween spectacle and it all happens each October, right here in Jackson.     Each weekend tens of thousands of people from the tri-state area and beyond descend upon Jackson to take in the the thrill and chills of Fright Fest.    For our family, Halloween is not a day, it’s a season that runs through the entire month of October, it’s a time when kids can be kids and dress up in costumes and be whoever they want to be without having to worry about getting strange looks at the supermarket.

For some kids, frightfest can be downright scary, so Six Flags hands out ghoul repelling whistles that th children can blow to frighten off the evil spirits.   The best part about Fright Fest compared to other homegrown scare adventures is that the staff is great and understand that children are children and don’t need to be frightened to death.  They mostly linger about the moms, dads and teenagers and are typically very friendly and courteous creatures of the night when it comes to the wee ones.  

Beyond the freaks roaming the park (no not the city folks), there’s lots to do and see during Fright Fest, perhaps more than you can pack into a single day.

There’s many exciting activities and shows each year at Fright Fest, but the single most popular performance is Dead Man’s Party, a theatrical stage presentation backed by rock themed ghastly songs on the stage at the Big Wheel.   Dead Man’s Party has in recent years become a cult favorite.    Just a few years ago, DMP would attract a few hundred spectators, but in 2008, crowds of thousands packed the makeshift courtyard elbow to elbow and the show has turned into a concert.   People travel from all over the tri-state area just to see DMP and the cast has built quite a following in recent years.

For the kids they usually have a Looney Toons show at the lakeside theater,  but most kids actually love DMP just as much, if not more.    

There’s haunted trails, some rides get themed makeovers and you can’t miss Professor Slithers in the main courtyard.   It is by far.. hands down the best show for young children during Fright Fest.

Each year at GoKidsNJ, we have complete Fright Fest coverage and this year, that coverage will come to JacksonNJOnline as well.   So if you’re a Fright Fest junkie like we are, check back often for the latest updates, photos, videos and reports from Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson.   You can also check the GoKidsNJ YouTube channel GKNJ for more Fright Fest Videos.

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Parking in Seaside Heights – more than meets the eye

Seaside Heights, NJ -   Until this year, Seaside Heights, NJ used standard parking meters to charge vacationers for parking.  This year, those old meters were removed and replaced with an electronic ticketing system that has created many woes for local travelers.

On a recent visit to Seaside about a month ago, it was a stormy and rainy day.  I had parked in spot 174.  I put a few hours on the spot and placed the ticket on my dashboard.   A short while later, I ran back outside in the pouring rain and while getting soaked while the machine was rejecting my now wet dollar bills, I inadvertantly punched in 147.     I figured, I paid $5, and there was no number or meter reader in sight to correct the problem, so I placed this new ticket on my dashboard to show that I did infact pay for time to park, and since spot 147 was taken, I could not move to that spot.

I was shocked to find that despite having 2 hours left of paid parking on my dashboard, I was ticketed.  When I confronted the meter reader, he said “Too bad, you should have put the right number.. hahah you paid for somebody else to park!” and he walked away giggling at me. 

I asked him if he looked on the dashboard, and he replied “It’s not my job or responsibility to look on your dashboard.  If you don’t like it, fight the ticket”.   So I walked away and left seaside with a bitter taste in my mouth for the first time ever.

When I called the local court, they were dumbfounded when I said wish to plead not guilty for a parking ticket “You want to do what?” the woman on the phone said.    I eventually called the prosecutor’s office to explain that this whole misunderstanding can be taken care of if I could just come down and show the receipts that I paid, but was told that I must spend a day in court and they are not responsible for mistakes in the system.

I eventually paid the $45 ticket, reluctantly because being tied up all morning in a Seaside Heights courtroom arguing with a group of peope whose best interests it is to have me pay this fine would cost me much more than the $45 fee because of lost hours at the office.

Yesterday, I went back to Seaside for the first time and noticed that I was not the only person who had these issues and the problems with these new electronic system go beyond my issue.  Today, there were newly placed flourescent orange labels stating “Put Receipt on Dash”.   Hopefully they told their wisecracking meter maids the new policy so before they run their mouth to tourists spending money in their town, they understand the problems with the new system.

Unfortunately, my $45 is long gone, but I am writing this in hopes that before you visit Seaside, you make sure that regardless of what happens in your parking situation, you keep your ticket stubs as they are your only evidence to help you should you also be wrongfully ticketed in Seaside Heights.

But be very careful, as even with these newly placed labels, they are still misleading.  While the label says “Put receipt on dash”,  the same meter also says “Keep receipt with you”.  It only prints one label.  Which is correct?  Too bad, that is a decision for the meter readers and the courts to decide.

What to do in New Jersey this weekend Aug 1-2, 2009

Coca-Cola Presents International Summer Music Series Hunterdon, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Summer Music Series is happening in Hunterdon, New Jersey! Enjoy music from around the world during our International Music series every Saturday from July 4 to August 29 from 1pm – 4pm. Enjoy your favorite Irish, Russian, Spanish, Latin, Chinese, German, Scottish and more. .  This event will take place in Hunterdon County on  August 01,2009 at 1 Church St., Flemington, NJ 08822. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Coca-Cola Presents International Summer Music Series  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Coca-Cola Presents International Summer Music Series on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Railroad Days Cape May, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Railroad Days is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Demonstrations by garden railroad groups, working displays of model railroads, including large scale garden railroads. Displays of railroad ephemera and train memorabilia available for purchase. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  August 01,2009 at 720 Rt. 9, Cape May, NJ 08204. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Railroad Days  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Railroad Days on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Everything Ocean City Cape May, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Everything Ocean City is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Juried art show with the interpretative theme ‘Everything Ocean City.’ Open to all artists. Prospectus is available on our website www.oceancityfineartsleague.org Prizes will be awarded at the opening reception first Friday of the month, August 7, 2009 7-9 PM. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  August 01,2009 at 608 Asbury Ave., Ocean City, NJ 08226. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Everything Ocean City  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Everything Ocean City on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

47th Annual Stone Harbor Art & Crafts Show Cape May, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Art & Crafts Show is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Voted Number 1 NJ Traditional Art & Craft Show (2008) by Sunshine Artist Magazine. Showcasing vendors from 15 states and a food court. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  August 01,2009 at 81st St., Stone Harbor, NJ 08247. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  47th Annual Stone Harbor Art & Crafts Show  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about 47th Annual Stone Harbor Art & Crafts Show on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

North East Connection Zone 7 Paint Horse Show Gloucester, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Paint Horse Show is happening in Gloucester, New Jersey! Region 7 Paint Horse Championship show. Competing are American Paint Horse Association recognized horses in both in hand and under saddle classes. .  This event will take place in Gloucester County on  August 01,2009 at 400 Route 130 South, Logan Twp, NJ 08085. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  North East Connection Zone 7 Paint Horse Show  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about North East Connection Zone 7 Paint Horse Show on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Historic Whitesbog Village Tour Burlington, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Village Tour is happening in Burlington, New Jersey! Stroll through the historic village, learn about Whitesbog’s place in the history of the cranberry and blueberry industries, and view the workers’ cottages and other buildings. .  This event will take place in Burlington County on  August 01,2009 at 120 Whites Bogs Rd., Browns Mills, NJ 08015. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Historic Whitesbog Village Tour  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Historic Whitesbog Village Tour on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Battle at the Beach Grappling Tournament Cape May, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Grappling Tournament is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Mixed martial arts fighting competition with contestants from the tri-state area. Doors open at 8 am. Tickets available at the door day of event or by visiting the website. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  August 01,2009 at Ocean Ave., Wildwood, NJ 08260. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Battle at the Beach Grappling Tournament  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Battle at the Beach Grappling Tournament on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Tuckers’ Tales Puppet Theatre Morris, NJ (August 01,2009) -  Puppet Theatre is happening in Morris, New Jersey! Two shows, 1pm & 5pm. Tuckers’ Tales Puppet Theatre presents THREE BEARS . The Story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Three acts, beautifully restored outdoor Amphitheatre. All tickets for either show $5.00 ADA and wheelchair seating,food available, ice cream free parking,giveaways,surprise guests. All ages family show. Info.973-663-5590 .  This event will take place in Morris County on  August 01,2009 at 81 Weldon Rd., Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Tuckers’ Tales Puppet Theatre  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Tuckers’ Tales Puppet Theatre on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Tuckahoe River Canoe/Kayak Race Cape May, NJ (August 02,2009) -  Canoe/Kayak Race is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Annual race with many categories, including Seniors. Approx. 1 mile runs each way. $10 entry fee includes t-shirt. Free admission for observers. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  August 02,2009 at Mosquito Landing Rd., Tuckahoe, NJ 08250. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Tuckahoe River Canoe/Kayak Race  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Tuckahoe River Canoe/Kayak Race on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Drum And Bugle Corps Competition Hudson, NJ (August 02,2009) -  Corps Competition is happening in Hudson, New Jersey! The Bushwackers Drum and Bugle Corps will present a drum corps competition starting at 12 pm. The stadium is located directly behind Bayonne High School on Avenue A between 23rd and 31st Sts. .  This event will take place in Hudson County on  August 02,2009 at 669 Ave. A, Bayonne, NJ 07002. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Drum And Bugle Corps Competition  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Drum And Bugle Corps Competition on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

John Boyd Memorial Swim Ocean, NJ (August 02,2009) -  Memorial Swim is happening in Ocean, New Jersey! Sunday, Registration begins at 4PM, and the actual swim starts at 6:30 PM on Hiering Avenue Beach. .  This event will take place in Ocean County on  August 02,2009 at Ocean Terr, Seaside Heights, NJ 08751. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  John Boyd Memorial Swim  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about John Boyd Memorial Swim on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Clowns at Doodle Memorial Fund Bergen, NJ (August 02,2009) -  Call-Us-Clowns, Inc. presents a fundraiser for the “Doodles Memorial Fund” is happening in Bergen, New Jersey! Twenty clowns will be displaying their talents in face painting, balloon sculpture, puppetry, magic, juggling, walk-around humor, and clown shows. Come see these colorfully attired funsters at their very best at the air-conditioned Ridgewood Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Street, Ridgewood, NJ from 1 to 4 p.m on Sunday, August 2, 2009 . The $10 admission fee provides a comfortable afternoon inside the Ridgewood Village Hall. Admission also includes a clown photo book, beverage, and snack. Face/hand painting and a balloon sculpture can be purchased for an additional $5. All proceeds from this fundraiser will be going to the “Doodles Memorial Fund”. The “Doodles Memmorial Fund” is used to support caring clowning activities for children and adults interested in learning more about therapeutic humor thrugh our S.M.I.L.E.S program. S = scholarships to enhance clown skills; M = mentoring new clowns; I = involvement in our communities; L= laughter, loads of it; E= educating people about the value of caring clowning; S =smiles spread all around! Come join us on Sunday afternoon, August 2nd for a memorable experience! Let us put a Smile on your Face and Joy in your Heart!.  This event will take place in Bergen County on  August 02,2009 at Ridgewood Village Hall, 131 N. Maple Street, Ridgewood, NJ . To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Clowns at Doodle Memorial Fund  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Clowns at Doodle Memorial Fund on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

What to do in NJ July 31, 2009

Thomas & Friends Live! On Stage Middlesex, NJ (July 31,2009) -  A Circus Comes to Town is happening in Middlesex, New Jersey! Get ready as Thomas and Friends returns to the State Theatre with an ALL NEW, live musical adventure: Thomas and Friends Live! On Stage: A Circus Comes to Town. When Thomas makes a big mistake, all the engines on the Island of Sodor must work together to prepare for the exciting event under the Big Top, and, Thomas must prove he’s a really useful engine once again. With thrilling adventures along the way, Percy, James, Gordon, and of course, Thomas, join with Sir Topham Hatt and the townspeople from the Island of Sodor, to welcome a colorful cast of circus performers in an engaging story that demonstrates the importance of friendship and cooperation. Friday, July 31, 2009 at 11:00 AM Friday, July 31, 2009 at 2:00 PM Friday, July 31, 2009 at 5:00 PM Saturday, August 01, 2009 at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 01, 2009 at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 01, 2009 at 5:00 PM Location: State Theatre Tickets: Gold Circle $40.00; P $35.00; A $30.00; B $25.00; C $15.00.  This event will take place in Middlesex County on  July 31,2009 at 15 Livingston Ave New Brunswick, NJ 08901. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Thomas & Friends Live! On Stage  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Thomas & Friends Live! On Stage on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Jackson Premium Outlets – Fossil Car Club Cruise Night Ocean, NJ (July 31,2009) -  Jackson Premium Outlets is happening in Ocean, New Jersey! Featuring antique American cars. .  This event will take place in Ocean County on  July 31,2009 at 537 Monmouth Rd., Jackson, NJ 08527. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Jackson Premium Outlets – Fossil Car Club Cruise Night  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Jackson Premium Outlets – Fossil Car Club Cruise Night on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm & Horse Show Sussex, NJ (July 31,2009) -  Farm & Horse Show is happening in Sussex, New Jersey! Farm & Horse Show .  This event will take place in Sussex County on  July 31,2009 at 537 Monmouth Road, Jackson, NJ 08527. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm & Horse Show  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm & Horse Show on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

What to do in New Jersey – July 30, 2009

Jersey Shore Premium Outlets The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale Monmouth, NJ (July 30,2009) -  Fall Preview Sale is happening in Monmouth, New Jersey! Join us for our annual Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale and save 25% to 70% off your favorite brands at participating stores. .  This event will take place in Monmouth County on  July 30,2009 at 1 Premium Outlets Boulevard, Tinton Falls, NJ 07753. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Jersey Shore Premium Outlets The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Jersey Shore Premium Outlets The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale Hunterdon, NJ (July 30,2009) -  Fall Preview Sale is happening in Hunterdon, New Jersey! Join us for our Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale. Stroll through this colonial American village setting and visit the top names in children and adult fashion designers such as Gymboree, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, J. Crew and many more. Saturday & Sunday afternoon will offer family fun with live music, and family friendly entertainment. Stores will have specially marked merchandise and clearance items. Find additional savings, off our everyday low outlet prices, at this mid-summer sale. For a list of sale event markdowns visit our website at www.premiumoutlets.com/libertyvillage. .  This event will take place in Hunterdon County on  July 30,2009 at 1 Church Street, Flemington, NJ 08822. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Haddonfield Sidewalk Sale Camden, NJ (July 30,2009) -  Sidewalk Sale is happening in Camden, New Jersey! The sidewalks through Haddonfield’s Business District are filled with bargains throughout the day and into the evening. .  This event will take place in Camden County on  July 30,2009 at Kings Highway, Haddonfield, NJ 08033. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Haddonfield Sidewalk Sale  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Haddonfield Sidewalk Sale on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Teacher Expo, Expanding Teaching Horizons Union, NJ (July 30,2009) -  Expanding Teaching Horizons is happening in Union, New Jersey! The Teacher Expo is a Free Admission event for K-12 Teachers to meet face-to-face with providers of Curriculum Enhancement, Innovations, Technology, Publishers, Professional Development Information, Colleges and Universities, Assembly Programs, Financial/Retirement Services, School Supplies, Class Trips, Fund Raisers, MORE! Open 10 am – 4 pm. .  This event will take place in Union County on  July 30,2009 at 304 Route 22 West, Springfield, NJ 07081. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Teacher Expo, Expanding Teaching Horizons  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Teacher Expo, Expanding Teaching Horizons on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

What to do in New Jersey – July 28, 2009

Motorcycle Skills Competition & Vintage Car Show for Special Olympics New Jersey Bergen, NJ (July 28,2009) -  Motorcycle Skills Competition is happening in Bergen, New Jersey! Thrill at the expertise of members of Law Enforcement as they test their motorcycle abilities in a complex obstacle course to earn bragging rights. Vintage motorcycle and car show, too!Event benefits Special Olympics New Jersey. .  This event will take place in Bergen County on  July 28,2009 at 1050 Wall St., Lyndhurst, NJ 07071. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Motorcycle Skills Competition & Vintage Car Show for Special Olympics New Jersey  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Motorcycle Skills Competition & Vintage Car Show for Special Olympics New Jersey on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Pine Beach 5K & One Mile Riverside Run Ocean, NJ (July 28,2009) -  Pine Beach 5K is happening in Ocean, New Jersey! Ocean County’s largest race. USATF-NJ Masters Championship open to everyone. 5K run and racewalk at 9 am. One Mile Riverside Run – 8:15am. Beautiful, cerrtifed course along the river with many amenities, including a free OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE BBQ., DJ, and great prizes and awards, including cash. .  This event will take place in Ocean County on  July 28,2009 at Riverside Dr., Pine Beach, NJ 08741. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Pine Beach 5K & One Mile Riverside Run  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Pine Beach 5K & One Mile Riverside Run on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

ESPN 2 Man Golf Challenge @ Great Gorge Country Club at Crystal Springs Resort Sussex, NJ (July 28,2009) -  ESPN 2 Man Golf Challenge is happening in Sussex, New Jersey! This event is open to the Public and it is a Tournament looking for the best 2 man team in America. Golfers compete in a ‘Best Ball’ competition. There will be tee prizes and top teams qualify for regionals for their shot to play at the National Tournament in Las Vegas! Check our website for more information as the date gets closer to the event! Crystal Springs Resort reserves the right to cancel or modify any function. Events may be subject to change without notice. For additional information and updates, please visit the Calendar of Events on the About the Resort page at TheCrystalSpringsResort.com. .  This event will take place in Sussex County on  July 28,2009 at 400 Rt. 517, Mcafee, NJ 07462. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  ESPN 2 Man Golf Challenge @ Great Gorge Country Club at Crystal Springs Resort  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about ESPN 2 Man Golf Challenge @ Great Gorge Country Club at Crystal Springs Resort on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Concert on the Lawn Salem, NJ (July 28,2009) -  Concert on the Lawn is happening in Salem, New Jersey! Friends of Hancock House Gen’l Meeting, and Concert on the Lawn. Music by the Salem American Legion Band. Rain or Shine. Bring a chair or blanket. 1:30 pm – 4 pm. .  This event will take place in Salem County on  July 28,2009 at 3 Front St., Hancock’s Bridge, NJ 08038. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Concert on the Lawn  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Concert on the Lawn on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Ocean City POPS Opening Night with Chita Rivera Cape May, NJ (July 28,2009) -  Ocean City POPS is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Celebrating it’s 81st Season at the Music Pier,. showtime 8 pm. For tickets visit the website or call. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  July 28,2009 at 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ 08226. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Ocean City POPS Opening Night with Chita Rivera  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Ocean City POPS Opening Night with Chita Rivera on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Delia’s Warehouse Sale Cape May, NJ (July 28,2009) -  Warehouse Sale is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Warehouse style sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 am – 8 pm Daily. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  July 28,2009 at Ocean Ave., Wildwood, NJ 08260. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Delia’s Warehouse Sale  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Delia’s Warehouse Sale on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Little Shop of Horrors Ocean, NJ (July 28,2009) -  Shop of Horrors is happening in Ocean, New Jersey! Little Shop of Horrors is the story of a florist who grows a blood thirsty plant. Shows begin at 2:00pm and 8:00pm. .  This event will take place in Ocean County on  July 28,2009 at Engleside Avenue, Beach Haven, NJ 08008. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Little Shop of Horrors  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Little Shop of Horrors on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

What to do in New Jersey – July 27, 2009

Dissection Workshop for MS/HS Ocean, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Dissection Workshop for MS/HS is happening in Ocean, New Jersey! Do you enjoy learning about anatomy? Dissect a squid & fish and learn about the differences between these two animals. Ages 12 & up. $15 per person. .  This event will take place in Ocean County on  July 27,2009 at 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Dissection Workshop for MS/HS  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Dissection Workshop for MS/HS on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Victorian Weekend Morris, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Victorian Weekend is happening in Morris, New Jersey! Victorian Weekend .  This event will take place in Morris County on  July 27,2009 at 73 Kahdena Rd., Morristown, NJ 07960. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Victorian Weekend  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Victorian Weekend on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Farmers Market Monmouth, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Farmers Market is happening in Monmouth, New Jersey! Farmers Market; The season runs June 27-Nov 7. Local farmers bring their fresh from the farm fruit and vegetables to us. Begin your Saturdays by stopping in Huddy Park. Avoid long lines at the big stores! Bring your shopping bag to Highlands and load up on your fresh fruit and vegetables needs! Specialty vendors will also be on hand to sell you flowers, fresh honey and more! To register as a vendor, please visit our website. .  This event will take place in Monmouth County on  July 27,2009 at Bay Ave., Highlands, NJ 07732. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Farmers Market  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Farmers Market on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Funkmaster Flex Celebrity Car Show Middlesex, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Funkmaster Flex is happening in Middlesex, New Jersey! Celebrity car show. Visit website for more information. .  This event will take place in Middlesex County on  July 27,2009 at 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison, NJ 08837. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Funkmaster Flex Celebrity Car Show  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Funkmaster Flex Celebrity Car Show on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Ladies of Country & Bluegrass Music Show Ocean, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Ladies of Country is happening in Ocean, New Jersey! Live stage concert of country and bluegrass music by female leads. .  This event will take place in Ocean County on  July 27,2009 at 131 Wells Mills Rd., Waretown, NJ 08758. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Ladies of Country & Bluegrass Music Show  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Ladies of Country & Bluegrass Music Show on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Plein Air Painters of Jersey Coast Monmouth, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Plein Air Painters is happening in Monmouth, New Jersey! Art exhibit by members of the Jersey Coast Plein Air painters. .  This event will take place in Monmouth County on  July 27,2009 at 620 Broad St. (Rt. 35), Shrewsbury, NJ 07702. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Plein Air Painters of Jersey Coast  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Plein Air Painters of Jersey Coast on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Traditional Metal Crafts: Intermediate Blacksmithing Morris, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Traditional Metal Crafts is happening in Morris, New Jersey! This workshop will focus on the planning and design of a hand-forged piece while incorporating newer techniques. Ages 13&up. Pre-registration required. .  This event will take place in Morris County on  July 27,2009 at 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Traditional Metal Crafts: Intermediate Blacksmithing  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Traditional Metal Crafts: Intermediate Blacksmithing on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

26th Annual Whitesbog Blueberry Festival Burlington, NJ (July 27,2009) -  26th Annual Whitesbog is happening in Burlington, New Jersey! Celebrate all things blueberry at this old-time festival. Great family fun—blueberry picking, historical tours, arts and country crafts, music, food, and more. .  This event will take place in Burlington County on  July 27,2009 at 120 Whites Bogs Rd., Browns Mills, NJ 08015. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  26th Annual Whitesbog Blueberry Festival  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about 26th Annual Whitesbog Blueberry Festival on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Hometown Celebration Atlantic, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Hometown Celebration is happening in Atlantic, New Jersey! Crafters, .vendors, strolling magician, food, train rides, music and Tastykake pie eating contest, pooch parade, car show with 3 trophies, best in show, peoples choice and sponsors pick. Vendor forms available on website. Presented by Mays Landing Merchants Association. .  This event will take place in Atlantic County on  July 27,2009 at Main St., Mays Landing, NJ 08330. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Hometown Celebration   website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Hometown Celebration on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Blueberry Bash – Terhune Orchards Mercer, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Blueberry Bash is happening in Mercer, New Jersey! Join Terhune Orchards as we celebrate “everything blueberry.” – Saturday & Sunday, June 27 & 28 10:00 am – 5:00pm. Wander through our Pick-Your-Own blueberry bushes; relax on a wagon ride around the farm. Pony rides, music and lots of tasty blueberry treats – blueberry muffins, blueberry cobbler, blueberry tea and blueberry salsa! Get in the spirit by entering your favorite recipe in the juried Blueberry Bash Bake-off, with categories for children and adults. Contest rules will be available at the farm store. The prize winners will receive Terhune Orchards Gift Certificate good for any purchase in the Farm Store. The Blueberry Bash is on Saturday and Sunday, June 27 – 28 from 10 am – 5 pm. Parking is available at Terhune Orchards. Admission is FREE. For more information call 609-924-2310 or visit www.terhuneorchards.com .  This event will take place in Mercer County on  July 27,2009 at 330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, NJ 08540. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Blueberry Bash – Terhune Orchards  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Blueberry Bash – Terhune Orchards on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

Quilt Show Cape May, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Quilt Show is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Displays of traditional and contemporary quilts. demonstrations by regional quilting groups Vendors with quilt supplies and accessories. Appointments available with AQS certified quilt appraiser, please call for details. .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  July 27,2009 at 720 Route 9, Cape May, NJ 08204. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  Quilt Show  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about Quilt Show on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

School’s Out Radio Disney Music Festival & Celebrity Tour Cape May, NJ (July 27,2009) -  Celebrity Tour is happening in Cape May, New Jersey! Radio Disney artists will join us on Mondays all summer long! .  This event will take place in Cape May County on  July 27,2009 at 3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260. To find out more information about this event, please visit the  School’s Out Radio Disney Music Festival & Celebrity Tour  website.  Be sure to tell them you found out about School’s Out Radio Disney Music Festival & Celebrity Tour on GoKidsNJ, the best place to find out what to do in New Jersey.

GoKidsNJ’s Best Places for Kids summer tour kicks off

Jackson, NJ (GoKidsNJ) -  GoKidsNJ, New Jersey’s #1 ranked online family travel guide, kicked off our first annual summer tour on Friday as we hit our state’s busy highways enroute to some of the best kid friendly destinations.   Our tour began on Friday, starting at the southern tip of New Jersey where we made 5 stops including the Cape May Lighthouse, Cape May Lewes Ferry, Cold Springs Village and downtown Cape May.

On Saturday, we ventured to Wildwood, NJ to stroll along the boardwalk, including Morey’s Piers, Seaport Aquarium,  Morey’s Raging Waters and took a ride on the Atlantic Star whale,  and dolphin watching cruise.

On Sunday, we went to the Casino Pier and Funtown pier in Seaside Heights, NJ.  Along the way we took in Breakwater Beach and visited Island Beach State Park.

On Monday, our tour took us to Insectropolis and Castle Park in Toms River, then we headed to the Dorbrook Recreation Area in Colts Neck and finished our night taking in a Little League World Series tournament game between Jackson Township and Toms River East Little League at the state of the art Jackson Municipal Justice complex.

Today, we are at the Point Pleasant Boardwalk and planning a visit later in the day to Jenkinson’s Aquarium before hitting the rides after a long afternoon on the beach.

Tomorrow we will be travelling to Atlantic City and Ocean City boardwalks and will visit the Rainforest Cafe, Lucy the Elephant, The Steel Pier and take in all the sights and sounds of Atlantic County’s beach front.

Later in the week, we will visit the northern shore towns of Asbury Park and Long Branch to take a look at the results of years of community rebuilding in those once forgotten shore towns.

We will finish the week with a trip to the Camden waterfront to take in a baseball game, go to Adventure Aquarium and go back in time on board the Battleship USS New Jersey.

GoKidsNJ is in the process of writing a New Jersey family tourism guide called “The 100 Best Places for Kids in New Jersey”, due to be released in January of 2010.  If you think your business, organization or facility is one of the best 100 places for kids in New Jersey, then contact Phil Stilton at pstilton@stiltonco.com to arrange a visit or call 732-575-4890.  All businesses we visit will be featured on GoKidsNJ, New Jersey’s top ranked online family guide, but only the top 100 will be featured in our book.

Visit www.gokidsnj.com frequently this summer to see where we have gone during our two month long summer fun tour.

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