Cherry Hill Summer Concert Series Kicks Off July 7

Cherry Hill’s five-week free summer concert series at Cherry Hill’s historic Barclay Farmstead begins Tuesday, July 7.

The family-friendly “Music Under the Stars” outdoor concert series begins at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday night, through Aug. 4.

Music is the highlight of each show, but there are other things to do. The Friends of Barclay Farmstead will offer free, guided tours of the handicap-accessible Farmhouse.

A moon bounce will be set up to entertain children; visitors can take a walk along the Barclay Nature Trails; kids can play in the Barclay playground, or take a book to read from one of three Little Free Library sites in Cherry Hill.

Mary’s Mobile Diner, Olde City Kettle Corn and Jack and Jill Ice Cream will be on hand, with great food options for purchase.

Attendance is free, but those attending the show are invited to bring a nonperishable food donation for the Cherry Hill Food Pantry.

The lineup is as follows:

• July 7: Masquerade
  Kick off the summer with Masquerade, as they play a variety of crowd favorites – from classics to contemporary – sure to please concertgoers of all ages.
• July 14: Just in Time
  Enjoy doo-wop and pop music from the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s.
• July 21: 80s Revenge
  Make sure you wear your neon best as we rock and roll to the music of the 1980s!
• July 28: The Luck Brothers
  Performing classic Rock ‘n’ Roll, Blues and Soul, the Luck Brothers have written songs for, performed and recorded with some of music’s most recognizable names, including Lou Rawls, Sister Sledge, the Bee Gees, Anita Baker, Lionel Ritchie and more.
• Aug. 4: Danny V’s 52nd Street Band
  Dance to the music of the Piano Man with Danny V’s 52nd Street Band, a Billy Joel Tribute Band.

The Aug. 4 concert coincides with the Township’s celebration of National Night Out.

“Music Under the Stars is one of Cherry Hill’s best kept traditions and offers residents the opportunity to put on their dancing shoes and enjoy great live entertainment to the backdrop of a beautiful summer night,” Mayor Chuck Cahn said. “Bring your blanket, a chair, and even a picnic dinner, but with this year’s lineup, don’t expect to spend much time in your seat.”

Barclay Farmstead is located at 209 Barclay Lane, Cherry Hill. Concerts are canceled in the event of rain. Music Under the Stars is supported by the MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper, and the Cherry Hill Alliance on Alcohol and Drug Abuse.

“Music Under the Stars is just one of many exciting events scheduled for the summer of 2015,” Cahn said. “I’m proud to continue offering a variety of ways for residents to stay active and have fun, whether you’re planning a vacation or staying close to home all summer.”

For the full lineup of summer events and activities, visit the Township website at www.CherryHill-NJ.com.

For more information on Music Under the Stars, contact the Cherry Hill Township Recreation Department at 856-488-7868 or e-mail Events@chtownship.com.

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