Rhythm And Brews/Science Sunday: What's Happening In South Jersey

Here's a look at some upcoming events, courtesy our friends at Visit South Jersey:

Hammonton Third Thursday
Thursday, April 19 | 6 PM - 9 PM
Downtown Hammonton

Spring is in the air! So come out and enjoy third Thursday in Downtown Hammonton! Visit local shops, restaurants, and galleries that will be exhibiting floral fantasies and musical tones. Hammonton's Third Thursdays are held on the third Thursday of each month. Make sure you check their website to see what the theme is each month!

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/hammonton-third-thursday/
Link: https://www.downtownhammonton.com/

Urinetown: The Musical
April 19, 20, & 21 | 7:30 PM
Ritz Theatre Company, Haddon Township

Urinetown: The Musical is a hilarious, satirical, political comedy and the Ritz Theatre Company production is featuring over twenty high school and college age performers. Set in the near future, human activity has led to water shortages, making private toilets unthinkable. To control water consumption, people have to pay to use the amenities. There are harsh laws ensuring that people will pay to urinate, and if those laws are broken the offender is sent to a penal colony called Urinetown, never to return.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/urinetown-the-musical/
Link: http://www.ritztheatreco.org/show/urinetown-the-musical

Exit Zero Jazz Festival
April 20, 21, & 22 | All Day
Downtown Cape May

The Exit Zero Jazz Festival is a multi-venue festival with three full days of performances . A wide array of jazz and other genres of music are presented throughout the weekend as music lovers stroll between the venues, most of which line the Cape May beachfront. With first-rate performances from award-winning, critically acclaimed artists, exciting new talent, and local favorites, the Exit Zero Jazz Festival has quickly become known as a premier festival on the east coast that attracts world class musicians, music aficionados, and new fans of the music.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/exit-zero-jazz-festival-3/
Link: http://www.exit0jazzfest.com/

Food Truck Friday
Friday, April 20 | 5 PM - 8:30 PM
White Horse Winery, Hammonton

Start your weekend off right with food trucks and live music at White Horse Winery! White Horse Winery's live music performances are held in its spacious tasting room or on their outdoor patio depending upon weather. This week's featured food truck is I Got Crabs.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/food-truck-friday-at-white-horse-winery-2/
Link: https://www.whitehorsewinery.com/

What's For Dinner Friday
Friday, April 20 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Auburn Road Vineyards, Pilesgrove

Every Friday, Auburn Road Vineyards presents a five course food and wine tasting experience. Each week, there is a different entree selected by Auburn Road's chefs exclusively featuring Severino's pasta with sauces prepared in house, and each sauce is specially made to order. This event requires a reservation so be sure to contact the restaurant by phone or email in advance.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/whats-for-dinner-friday-34/
Link: http://www.auburnroadvineyards.com/

Wine & Music Series: Live Music
Friday, April 20 | 7 PM - 10 PM
Summit City Winery, Glassboro

Summit City Winery believes that wine and live music make the perfect pair! Join them for an enjoyable evening of live music with Dave Dilks and Friends! There is no cover charge. Please check the Summit City Winery website for any schedule changes.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/wine-music-series-live-music-3/
Link: http://www.summitcityfarms.com/Events_Schedule.php

Journey Between Two Rivers
Saturday, April 21 | 9 AM - 2 PM
Pinelands Adventures, Shamong

Join Pinelands Adventures Naturalist, John Volpa, for a four-mile hike between the Mullica and Batsto Rivers. Explore the uplands and river edges for native plants and animals while learning about the unique features of the Pine Barrens. Bring a picnic lunch.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/journey-between-two-rivers-4/
Link: http://www.pinelandsadventures.org/

Pups in the Pines
April 21 & 22 | 11 AM - 3 PM
Valenzano Winery, Shamong

Come out to Valenzano Winery for a weekend of appreciation for the paws, claws, warm hearts, and cold noses in our lives and the many talented vets, techs, trainers, fosters and rescues who care for them! Valenzano will be offering a 20% discount on all wine, menu, and merchandise items to those individuals who visit during the weekend with an ID to show their affiliation.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/pups-in-the-pines/
Link: http://valenzanowine.com/events/

Saturdays on the Crushpad
Saturday, April 21 | 11 AM - 6 PM
Hawk Haven Vineyard, Rio Grande

Warm up your palate with an educational wine tasting, then head to the crushpad with a glass of your favorite wine and kick back, relax, and enjoy Hawk Haven's vineyard views. Guests can also try one of Hawk Haven's new wine flights featuring four small glasses of red or white wines and pair it with something from the Barrel Room Cheese Shop. A variety of musical performances by local singer-songwriters round off the evening into a perfect getaway.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/saturdays-on-the-crushpad-2/
Link: http://hawkhavenvineyard.com/events/saturday-on-the-crushpad/

Mrs. Goodfellow
Saturday, April 21 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Indian King Tavern Museum, Haddonfield

Think Philadelphia's reputation for excellent cuisine is a recent phenomenon? Think again! The first culinary school in the United States, established by Mrs. Elizabeth Goodfellow, was located there. Mrs. Goodfellow, who ran a bakery, confectionary, and small school to learn the art of cooking, was best known for her lemon and coconut pies. The food she served was remembered for years by those who tried it. Meet Mrs. Goodfellow, portrayed by Kim Hanley of the American Historical Theatre, and learn about this amazing woman.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/mrs-goodfellow/
Link: http://www.indiankingfriends.org/

Live Music Series
April 21 & 22 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Sharrott Winery, Hammonton

Enjoy an afternoon of live music and wine tasting at Sharrott Winery! Live music will be on the patio overlooking the vineyard. Seating is limited so you are encouraged to bring a blanket and chairs for use on the lawn. Admission is free and wine tasting is $8 per person and includes six samples of Sharrott wines and a souvenir glass.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/live-music-series-at-sharrott/
Link: https://sharrottwinery.com/

Pine Barons Barbershop Chorus
Saturday, April 21 | 2 PM - 7 PM
Mainstage Center for the Arts, Blackwood

The Pine Barons Barbershop Chorus is excited to present their annual spring show, I'm Into Something Good (Love and Marriage)! Studio 4 will be joining them as a special guest quartet and Mainstage Center for the Arts is hosting the event. Advanced ticket prices will be $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $12 for groups of ten or more, and $5 for children. Tickets are also available at the door for a slightly higher rate.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/pine-barons-barbershop-chorus/
Link: https://www.pinebarons.org/

Rhythm & Brews Festival 2018
Saturday, April 21 | 3 PM - 9 PM
Station Avenue, Haddon Heights

Haddon Heights in Progress is proud to host the third annual Rhythm and Brews Festival on Station Avenue! The avenue will be lined with brews, artisans, food trucks, and restaurants. There will be a stage set up for music and there will be additional music performances held along the avenue. This is a rain or shine event.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/rhythm-and-brews-festival-2018/
Link: http://www.facebook.com/events/947797775385269/

Family Science Sunday
Sunday, April 22 | 1 PM - 3 PM
Rowan University, Glassboro

Rowan University throws open its doors to South Jersey families and budding scientists! Join Rowan students, faculty, and staff for an afternoon of leading-edge science and fun at the Glassboro campus! Experience "Dynamic Earth," an immersive planetarium show at the Edelman Planetarium, as well as explore the science of sport and body movement with exercise experts! Guests can also have fun with 3D printing and flying quadcopter drones, make ice cream, learn to program a robot, and run through the STEAM Challenge obstacle course!

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/family-science-sunday/
Link: https://www.fi.edu/psf/event/family-science-sunday-new-jersey

Wine Glass Painting Party
Sunday, April 22 | 1 PM - 4 PM
Tomasello Winery, Hammonton

Grab your BFF's and join Tomasello Winery for their spring wine glass painting party! Tickets are $49.95 and include lunch, one year Gold Card Membership, and everything you need to paint your wine glass masterpiece! Wine and mixed drinks will also be available for sale. Reservations are required.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/wine-glass-painting-party-at-tomasello/
Link: http://www.tomasellowinery.com/

Customer Appreciation Week
April 22 - 30 | 4 PM - 10 PM
The Melting Pot, Maple Shade

The Melting Pot appreciates all of their wonderful customers and their ongoing support. So they are thanking you with their annual Customer Appreciation Week! This is the restaurant's biggest semi-annual event! All guests can enjoy four courses of fondue for the amazing price of $29.99 per person.

VSJ Link: http://visitsouthjersey.com/events/customer-appreciation-week-at-the-melting-pot/
Link: https://www.meltingpot.com/maple-shade-nj/melting-pot-events.aspx

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