Forget hibernation. We’re letting fun keep us warm this winter (and lots of events that are happening indoors).
Valentine’s Chocolate Walk
February 6
Go for a sweet stroll through Bordentown’s Downtown with your Chocolate Passport for the annual Valentine’s Chocolate Walk. Taste chocolate treats, shop local and meet Willy Wonka from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Purchase your passport and find more information at the website.
Art Journaling for Beginners
February 6
This year, we’re getting creative. Learn art journaling using mixed media and pure creativity to let your self-expression run wild. The workshop is hosted in the Smithville Park Office conference room from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Dancing with the Stars: Live!
February 7
Watch your favorite dancing celebrities spin and stunt during a live performance with special guest Danielle Fishel. With two performances at 3 and 8 pm, the show is presented at Borgata and tickets start at $213. For more information, visit the website.
An Evening with a Former White House Butler
February 10
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in the White House? Alan DeValerio knows the experience very well, he served three presidents as White House butler – and he’s sharing his stories as well as some personal artifacts. The talk starts at 6:30 pm at the Merchantville Community Center. For more information, visit the website.
Winter Warrior Challenge
February 14
Put your weekend warrior to a winter challenge on the Ocean City beach. The challenge includes an obstacle course race for children, one for adults and team challenges like a fire truck pull. The first wave starts at 9 am. For more information, visit the website.
Black History Month Fashion Show
February 17
Watch designs from student designers and industry professionals come to life on the runway at this show in collaboration with Atlantic City Fashion Week. The show runs from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Rowan College at Burlington County’s Mt. Laurel campus. For more information, visit the website.
Pottery Throwdown
February 20
Pottery, but make it competitive! Join Perkins Center for the Arts for their very first Pottery Throwdown, where artists will compete in speed throw, surprise theme handbuilding and blindfold challenge. The competition runs from 7 to 9 pm and costs $10. For more information, visit the website.
A Journey Through Jazz
February 27
It’s a night of jazz at Croft Farm Art Center as The Bradford Hayes Jazz Quartet performs. The show runs from 7 to 8:30 pm, and tickets cost $15 in advance or $20 at the door. For more information, visit the website.
Peacocks & PJs
February 28
Grab your pjs and visit Grounds For Sculpture for a cozy afternoon of feathery activities celebrating the park’s beloved peacocks. Join storytime, learn facts about peacocks and create your own peacock craft throughout the museum rooms. The event runs from 11 am to 3 pm and is free with admission. For more information, visit the website.
Fallen Hero Plunge
February 28
Brave the freezing waters for a great cause at the annual Fallen Hero Plunge in North Wildwood. The plunge will happen on the 15th Avenue beach at 10:45 am, and registration costs $40 for adults or $15 for kids under 15. For more information, visit the website.
