Winter’s almost over, so don’t let the weekend go to waste. Check out these five South Jersey events happening this weekend.
Comedy for a Cause
February 21
Take in a comedy show while raising money for Make-A-Wish NJ at DANCE 4a CAUSE. The night will feature a show, hors d’oeuvres, food stations and door prizes. Cocktail hour starts at 7:30 pm, and the show starts at 8:30 pm at Carlucci’s Waterfront in Mount Laurel. Tickets cost $50. For more information, visit the website.
Letters to Aunt Hattie
February 22
Watch a performance based on the lives of equality activists Harriet Forten Purvis and Charlotte Forten Grimke to celebrate 100 years of women’s suffrage. The free play begins at noon at the Burlington County Library. Hosted by the Burlington County Women’s Advisory Council. For more information, visit the website.
Polar Plunge
February 22
Brave the cold to support the Philadelphia Police Fallen Heroes Fund, MRSA Awareness and local scholarships during the Fallen Heroes Polar Bear Plunge. Registration starts at 8:30 am to 15th street and the beach in North Wildwood, and the plunge happens at 11 am, followed by a post party at Keenan’s Irish Pub. Registration costs $35 in advance. For more information, visit the website.
Guided Nature Walk
February 23
Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge’s new executive director, Dennis Miranda, will lead visitors on a nature walk to see the wildlife that call the refuge home. The walk runs from 10:30 am to 2 pm and is free with admission. For more information, visit the website.
Film for Thought
February 23
Join Grounds For Sculpture for the next installment of its documentary discussion season with Pina, a film about modern dance choreographer Pina Bausch. Watch the film and then participate in a led discussion after. The event is free with admission and runs from 2:30 to 5 pm. For more information, visit the website.
