In the Pinelands, you can spectate the Cub Scouts Pack 47’s annual Pinewood Derby
You can skate with zombies in Philadelphia on Friday night or enjoy some authentic Greek food Saturday and Sunday in Egg Harbor Township. These activities and more are taking place across the region this weekend.
In The Pinelands
The Shamong Cub Scouts Pack 47 is having its annual “Pinewood Derby” event for their Cub Scouts on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until noon, in the Indian Mills elementary school cafeteria. Spectators are welcome to watch the boys race for the title of “pack champion.” The derby racing, a tradition for over 60 years, is a way to instill strong values and teach the Cub Scouts good sportsmanship. The boys get an opportunity to design their cars, work with their parents to build it, and see how it performs in the Pinewood Derby. For any questions or interests in joining the Pack, contact Zaka McCoy at pack47cubmaster@gmail.com. Additional information regarding the event can be found at www.facebook.com/cubscoutpack47.
Around South Jersey
Meet your favorite princesses and superheroes while enjoying a delicious
breakfast in Medford this weekend. Shawnee High School will host its
Character Breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday. Guests can meet and get
photos with characters. There will also be dancing, face painting and more.
The cost is $20 per person. Children 2 and under are admitted for free.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Visit www.lrhsd.org and click on the
Character Breakfast page to register.
The Markeim Arts Center in Haddonfield is having its annual fundraising gala
on Saturday. The event will take place from 7 to 10 p.m. at the center, located
at 104 Walnut Street in Haddonfield. The event will include live musical
performances, food, ice sculptures and more. Tickets are $85 each and $150
per pair, with proceeds going toward the arts center. For more information,
visit http://www.markeimartscenter.org/calendar/water-fire- ice-markeim-
art-centers- annual-fundraising- gala.
At the Jersey Shore
Celebrate all things Greek in Egg Harbor Township at the Holy Trinity Greek
Winter Feast. The festival will be open from noon to 11 p.m on Saturday and
noon to 8 p.m. on Sunday at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 7004 Ridge
Avenue in Egg Harbor Township. The event includes authentic Greek food,
live music, activities and more. Food is available for dine in, take out or
delivery. For more information and a full food menu, visit
http://holytrinityeggharbor.com/winter-festival- 2013.
In Philadelphia
Hit the ice with some scary creatures at the Rothman Ice Rink in
Philadelphia’s Dilworth Park on Friday night. A special Zombie Skate will
take place from 7 to 10 p.m. Skate with zombies, spin the prize wheel to win
prizes and enjoy zombie-themed karaoke and food specials. Those who come
dressed as a zombie can enter to win a four-pack of tickets to the Rothman
Rink. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children 10 and under. Skate
rental is $10. For more information, visit
www.easternstate.org/visit/events/zombie-skate- rothman-rink.
Penn Museum will ring in the Chinese New Year on Saturday with a day-long
special event. World Culture Day: Chinese New Year Celebration will take
place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Penn Museum, 3260 South Street in
Philadelphia. Guests can enjoy music and dance, tai chi and tangram
workshops, a Kung Fu demonstration, storytelling, crafts and more. The day
ends with the Grand Finale Lion Dance Parade. All activities are included
with admission to Penn Museum. For more information, visit
www.penn.museum/calendar/eventdetail/763/chinese-new- year-
celebration.
To see more events taking place in Philadelphia this weekend, visit
www.philadelphiaweekly.com.
