Cherry Hill Arts Board Blog

January 20 Luncheon is SOLD OUT!

2012-01-13T14:07:00.003-05:00

The January 20 Luncheon with the Arts for Seniors at the JCC featuring Philly Cuzz has sold out.

Tickets do still remain for our other upcoming shows.

Tickets remain for 12/4 concert!!

2011-11-30T15:17:00.005-05:00

Tickets remain for Sunday's Ensemble Series concert at the Croft Farm Arts Center. The concert features 4 members of the Philadelphia Orchestra - Bob Cafaro, cello; Burchard Tang, viola; Jason DePue, violin; and Wallace DePue, violin.

This unique holiday concert will feature classical sounds of the season and other audience favorites.

Take part in this special offer and save up to $10 on your ticket. Call 856-488-7868 to reserve your ticket today or stop in to room 102 of the Municipal Building (820 Mercer St., Cherry Hill, NJ 08002). Click here for a ticket form.

Music for Children with Philadelphia Orchestra's Don Liuzzi

2011-11-04T15:28:00.008-04:00

Enjoy photos from the "Music for Children" concert on Saturday, October 29, hosted by Philadelphia Percussionist Don Liuzzi.

Children's Concert - Oct 29, 2011

Here are two short video clips from the concert as well:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3ohAvZ0DBc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gI4vyAluwIY

Tickets Remain!

2011-10-24T15:39:00.004-04:00

Tickets remain for October 29th's "Music for Children with Philadelphia Orchestra's Don Liuzzi."

Hosted by Philadelphia Orchestra Percussionist Don Liuzzi this concert will introduce children to classical favorites and fun melodies using only percussion instruments.

Saturday, October 29
10:30 - 11:30 am

Tickets: $8, $10 after 10/27

Croft Farm Arts Center
100 Bortons Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

To reserve your tickets, please call 856-488-7868 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.
You may also stop into room 102 to purchase your tickets ahead of time.

And the winners are...

2011-10-10T16:54:00.003-04:00

Fall Into the Arts Juried Photography Show

2011-09-19T15:59:00.005-04:00

Join us for the annual Fall Into the Arts Juried Photography Show that runs from October 22 - 30, 2011 at the Croft Farm Arts Center. See complete details below.

REQUIREMENTS:
- Images may be either from film or digital capture. Please specify the printing technique on the application. Images must have been made within the last 3 years and not previously hung in this exhibit.

- All prints must be conventionally framed with glass or plastic equivalent; and wired for hanging. No shadow box or clip frames. Emphasis should be on the image as the art. The Arts Board cannot add or adjust wiring. Improperly framed pieces will be rejected.

- Images may contain elements that were not in the scene when the shutter was snapped. All such elements, however, must be the original work of the submitting artist (e.g. not taken from stock photos).

- Plain white unsigned and untitled mats and plain black frames are recommended but not required. No decorative accessories on or within the frames.

- Maximum framed size is 50”x50.” Weight not to exceed 30 lbs.

- This is a juried exhibit, NOT all work submitted will be hung.

- All photographs are for sale; no commission applies. The Arts Board will place purchasers in contact with artists.

ELIGIBILITY:
Open to all photographers.

ENTRY FEES:
- $10 non-refundable consideration fee per submission.
- Maximum of 3 (three) submissions per artist.

RECEIVING:
Wednesday, October 19 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

LOCATION:
Croft Farm Arts Center
100 Bortons Mill Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
856.216.0669

AWARDS:
First Prize: $250, Second Prize: $100, Third Prize: $50 All awards will be announced during the Opening Reception on Saturday, October 22 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Photographs will remain on display through Sunday, October 30. Additionally, award winners will be exhibited at the Cherry Hill Public Library during the month of November.

PICK-UP:
You will be notified of acceptance by email. If your art work is not selected to hang, please pick it up: October 20, between 4-6 p.m. If your art work is selected to hang, please pick it up: October 31 - November 3, between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

To download a prospectus, click here.

Movie changed for Sept.16 Luncheon

2011-07-06T16:34:00.004-04:00

The movie that was originally supposed to be shown at the September 16 luncheon at the Croft Farm Arts Center has been changed to "My Favorite Year."

"My Favorite Year" tells the story of Benjy Stone, a junior writer on the top rated variety/comedy show in the mid 50s (the early years). It’s a new medium and the rules were not fully established. Alan Swann, an Erol Flynn type actor with a drinking problem is to be that weeks guest star. When King Kaiser, the headliner wants to throw Swann off the show, Benjy makes a pitch to save his childhood hero, and is made Swann's babysitter. On top of this, a union boss doesn't care for Kaiser's parody of him and has plans to stop the show.

Tickets are just $3 in advance ($5 at the door) and include a pizza/salad lunch.

To purchase tickets, please call 856-488-7868 or click here to download a form.

This luncheon is sponsored by the Cherry Hill Alliance on Alcohol & Drug Abuse. Coffee donated by Melitta.

Focus on Cherry Hill Photo Contest - Now accepting submissions

2011-07-05T15:23:00.003-04:00

In celebration of 50 years as Cherry Hill Township, the Arts Board is hosting a photography contest that spotlights our community. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase beautiful Cherry Hill while receiving recognition for your own photographic work.

Details:
Four winners will be chosen. Each winner will receive a $100 prize. Your entry will be individually featured on one of four covers of the 2012 Cherry Hill Community Magazine along with an “About the Image” piece inside the magazine. Winning photos will also be displayed during the 2011 Fall Into the Arts Week at Croft Farm. Winning photographs will be available for sale to the general public (optional).

Requirements:
- Images must be recognizable/identifiable as taken in Cherry Hill Township.
- Winning photographers will be required to print, mat, frame and wire for hanging their submissions for display during Fall Into the Arts Week.

Eligibility:
- Open to all (no age or residency restrictions apply).

Submission:
- Photographs may be submitted to Arts@CHTownship.com as attachments by email ONLY and must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 14, 2011.
- Do not exceed 5MB per email.
- Images should be saved as jpeg files.
- File sizes must be suitable for printing at least 8”x10” (at 240 pixels/inch) or larger.
- Maximum of three (3) submissions per artist.
- Each email submission must include your name, address, phone number and a 2-3 sentence description of the image and/or the location where it was taken.

Notification:
Winning photographs will be posted online on Monday, October 10, 2011 at http://CherryHillArts.Blogspot.com.

Contact:
The Cherry Hill Arts Board
856-488-7868
Arts@CHTownship.com
http://CherryHillArts.Blogspot.com

Photo Gallery Added

2011-05-03T15:27:00.000-04:00

Tickets Remain!

2011-05-03T10:24:00.003-04:00

Tickets still remain for the Luncheon with the Arts featuring Philly Cuzz performing the Sounds of Summer on Friday, May 6 at Croft Farm.

Philly Cuzz will get you ready for the beautiful summer days ahead with Doo Wop and the music of Frank Sinatra and Jimmy Durante among others.

Tickets are just $5 in advance ($8 at the door) and include a sandwich/salad lunch.

To purchase tickets, please call 856-488-7868 or click here to download a form.

This luncheon is sponsored by Fox Rehab & Home Instead Senior Care. Coffee donated by Melitta.

Juried Art Exhibit Intake TONIGHT!

2011-04-27T00:00:00.002-04:00

Join us this tonight between the hours of 4 and 7 pm at the Croft Farm Arts Center where we will be accepting 2-dimensional artwork for consideration in the Juried Art Show. You may download a prospectus by clicking here.

REQUIREMENTS:
- Original fine art on canvas or paper: Oil/Acrylics, Watercolor, Pastels, Mixed Media, Drawing and Printmaking
- No collages or prints of original work. No Photography.
- Limit three submissions per artist.
- Artwork must be dry, wired and ready to hang.
- Size not to exceed 60”x 60”.
- Weight not to exceed 35 lbs.
- All artwork is available for purchase; no commission applies.
- NOT all artwork submitted will be hung.

ELIGIBILITY:
Open to all artists.

ENTRY FEES:
$10 non-refundable consideration fee per piece.
Maximum of three submissions per artist.

LOCATION:
Croft Farm Arts Center
100 Borton’s Mill Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
856.216.0669

RECEIVING:
Wednesday, April 27 from 4 pm to 7 pm
No work will be received after 7 pm; no exceptions.

AWARDS:
Prizes awarded to top three place winners (1st: $250; 2nd: $100; 3rd: $50).
All awards will be announced during the Opening Reception on Saturday, April 30
from 6 - 8 p.m. Artwork will remain on display through Sunday, May 6.
Additionally, award winners will be exhibited at the Cherry Hill Public Library
during the months of May & June.

Art Blooms Juried Photography Exhibit Intake!

2011-04-21T12:09:00.002-04:00

Join us this Wednesday, April 27 between the hours of 4 and 7 pm at the Croft Farm Arts Center where we will be accepting 2-dimensional artwork for consideration in the Juried Art Show. You may download a prospectus by clicking here.

REQUIREMENTS:
- Original fine art on canvas or paper: Oil/Acrylics, Watercolor, Pastels, Mixed Media, Drawing and Printmaking
- No collages or prints of original work. No Photography.
- Limit three submissions per artist.
- Artwork must be dry, wired and ready to hang.
- Size not to exceed 60”x 60”.
- Weight not to exceed 35 lbs.
- All artwork is available for purchase; no commission applies.
- NOT all artwork submitted will be hung.

ELIGIBILITY:
Open to all artists.

ENTRY FEES:
$10 non-refundable consideration fee per piece.
Maximum of three submissions per artist.

LOCATION:
Croft Farm Arts Center
100 Borton’s Mill Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
856.216.0669

RECEIVING:
Wednesday, April 27 from 4 pm to 7 pm
No work will be received after 7 pm; no exceptions.

AWARDS:
Prizes awarded to top three place winners (1st: $250; 2nd: $100; 3rd: $50).
All awards will be announced during the Opening Reception on Saturday, April 30
from 6 - 8 p.m. Artwork will remain on display through Sunday, May 6.
Additionally, award winners will be exhibited at the Cherry Hill Public Library
during the months of May & June.

Photo Galleries updated!

2011-03-23T11:20:00.001-04:00

Check out the photos from our Winter Concerts:
Dolce Suono Ensemble: March 13, 2011

Music from the Movies featuring Members of the Philadelphia Orchestra: January 9, 2011

Tickets Remain!

2011-03-07T09:00:00.000-05:00

Tickets still remain for the Luncheon with the Arts featuring the movie Roman Holiday on Friday, March 18 at Croft Farm.

Roman Holiday(1953) is a delightful, captivating fairy-tale romance shot entirely on location in Rome.

The film's bittersweet story is a charming romantic-comedy about a runaway princess (Audrey Hepburn) who rebels against her royal obligations and escapes the insulated confines of her royal prison to find a 'Prince Charming' commoner - an American reporter (Gregory Peck) covering the royal tour in Rome.

Tickets are just $3 in advance ($5 at the door) and include a pizza/salad lunch.

To purchase tickets, please call 856-488-7868 or click here to download a form.

This luncheon is sponsored by CareOne at Evesham.

Do you have your tickets for the March 13 Ensemble Concert?

2011-02-28T09:00:00.000-05:00

Purchase your tickets today for "East Meets West" Ensemble Concert performed by the Dolce Suono Ensemble on Sunday, March 13 at the Croft Farm Arts Center(100 Borton’s Mill Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034).

Dolce Suono Ensemble has taken the music world by storm with dynamic performances and brilliant artistry. "East Meets West" is a program of music from a diverse range of cultures - French masters Dubussy and Ravel, Japanese composer Takemitsu, vibrant tangos by the Argentinean composer Piazzolla, and the rich exoticism of music from Sephardic Spain.

This event is sponsored by Paper & Ribbon Supply and Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Wolf, Jr.

The concert will begin at 3 p.m. and tickets are just $15 or $12 with a Gold Card. Seating is general admission.

For information or to purchase tickets, contact 856-488-7868, email Arts@CHTownship.com or click here.

Juried Art Exhibit: Call for Artists & Poets

2011-02-22T11:27:00.006-05:00

Join us on Wednesday, April 27 between the hours of 4 and 7 pm at the Croft Farm Arts Center where we will be accepting 2-dimensional artwork for consideration in the Juried Art Show. You may download a prospectus by clicking here.

REQUIREMENTS:
- Original fine art on canvas or paper: Oil/Acrylics, Watercolor, Pastels, Mixed Media, Drawing and Printmaking
- No collages or prints of original work. No Photography.
- Limit three submissions per artist.
- Artwork must be dry, wired and ready to hang.
- Size not to exceed 60”x 60”.
- Weight not to exceed 35 lbs.
- All artwork is available for purchase; no commission applies.
- NOT all artwork submitted will be hung.

ELIGIBILITY:
Open to all artists.

ENTRY FEES:
$10 non-refundable consideration fee per piece.
Maximum of three submissions per artist.

LOCATION:
Croft Farm Arts Center
100 Borton’s Mill Road
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
856.216.0669

RECEIVING:
Wednesday, April 27 from 4 pm to 7 pm
No work will be received after 7 pm; no exceptions.

AWARDS:
Prizes awarded to top three place winners (1st: $250; 2nd: $100; 3rd: $50).
All awards will be announced during the Opening Reception on Saturday, April 30
from 6 - 8 p.m. Artwork will remain on display through Sunday, May 6.
Additionally, award winners will be exhibited at the Cherry Hill Public Library
during the months of May & June.

Diva Duo: Friday, February 18 - Tickets still remain!

2011-02-08T10:04:00.004-05:00

Tickets still remain for the Luncheon with the Arts featuring the Diva Duo on Friday, February 18 at Croft Farm.

With a light-hearted approach to opera, show tunes and puplar music, The Diva Duo have been entertaining enthusiastic audiences since 1999. They are delighted to be back at Croft Farm presenting their Valentine's show, "Waiting for Love" - a story of two single ladies dreaming about Mr. Right, featuring a touch of opera and lots of romantic songs everyone will recognize and enjoy.

Tickets are just $5 in advance ($8 at the door) and include a pasta/salad lunch.

To purchase tickets, please call 856-488-7868 or click here to download a form.

Must Love Dogs - Rescheduled for June 10

2011-02-08T09:45:00.003-05:00

The Senior Lunch and Movie: Must Love Dogs that was scheduled to be held in January has been rescheduled for Friday, June 10.

All tickets issued for the January luncheon will be honored on Friday, June 10. If you would like to purchase additional tickets for this event, you may do so.

If you do not wish to attend the make-up date in June, you may apply your tickets to the March 18 Senior Lunch and Movie: Roman Holiday.

To properly handle seating and food arrangements at upcoming events, you MUST contact the Recreation Department to confirm your attendance in March OR June.

Please contact the Recreation Department at 856-488-7868.

If you weren't able to attend the January luncheon but wish to now attend the June event, tickets are still available for purchase.

Luncheon POSTPONED until January 28!

2011-01-19T15:33:00.002-05:00

Due to the impending snow expected on Friday, the luncheon scheduled for January 21 has been postponed until Friday, January 28.

If for some reason you are unable to attend on January 28, please contact us at 856-488-7868.

Ensemble Concert: January 9th, TICKETS AVAILABLE!

2011-01-03T10:29:00.007-05:00

Tickets still remain for this Sunday's Ensemble Concert Music from the Movies & Classical Vinyl at the Croft Farm Arts Center(100 Borton’s Mill Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034).

Members of the Philadelphia Orchestra will return for a hugely popular program of Music from the Movies and Classical Vinyl. The program will feature some of the best loved movie music, including pieces from Amadeus, Scent of a Woman, and Titanic, along with classic rock favorites from the Beatles to Jimi Hendrix.

This event is sponsored by Paper & Ribbon Supply and Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Wolf, Jr.

The concert will begin at 3 p.m. and tickets are just $15 or $12 with a Gold Card. Seating is general admission.

For information or to purchase tickets, contact 856-488-7868, email Arts@CHTownship.com or click here.

2010 Fall Into the Arts Juried Photography Exhibit

2010-10-27T12:40:00.003-04:00

On display now!

First Place: "Seating Available" by Denise Bush
Second Place: "Henry's Girl (Font Hill)" by Robert Seidman
Third Place: "Night Owls" by Jack Anthony
Honorable Mention: "Tricolored Heron" by Joseph Costanza
Honorable Mention: "Reflection of Happiness" by Laura Storck
Honorable Mention: "Drawn to the Light" by Marion Spirn

The photography show can be viewed today (10/26) and tomorrow (10/27) between the hours of 2 p.m. & 7 p.m. as well as at the remaining events held at the Croft Farm Arts Center now through Sunday, October 31, 2010.

For more information, please view the activities on the left side, email Arts@CHTownship.com or call 856-488-7868.

Juried Photography Show Intake TONIGHT!

2010-10-20T11:09:00.004-04:00

Join us this evening between the hours of 4 and 7 pm at the Croft Farm Arts Center where we will be accepting photographs for consideration in the Juried Photography Show. You may download a prospectus by clicking here.

REQUIREMENTS:
Images may be either from film or digital capture. Please specify the printing technique on the application. Images must have been made within the last 3 years and not previously hung in this exhibit.

All prints must be conventionally framed with glass on plastic equivalent; and wired for hanging. No shadow box or clip frames. Emphasis should be on the image as the art. The Arts Board cannot add or adjust wiring. Improperly framed pieces will be rejected.

Images may contain elements that were not in the scene when the shutter was snapped. All such elements, however, must be the original work of the submitting artist (e.g. not taken from stock photos).

Plain white unsigned and untitled mats and plain black frames are recommended but not required. No decorative accessories on or within the frames.

Maximum framed size is 50"x50." Weight not to exceed 30 lbs.

This is a juried exhibit, NOT all work submitted will be hung.

All photographs are for sale; no commission applies. The Arts Board will place purchasers in contact with artists.

ELIGIBILITY:
Open to all photographers.

ENTRY FEES:
$10 non-refundable consideration fee per submission.

Maximum of 3 (three) submissions per artist.

RECEIVING:
Wednesday, October 20 from 4 pm to 7 pm

LOCATION:
Croft Farm Arts Center
100 Bortons Mill Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
856-216-0669

AWARDS:
First Prize: $250, Second Prize: $100, Third Prize: $50. All awards will be announced during the Opening Reception on Saturday, October 23 from 6:30 - 8 pm. Photographers will remain on display through Sunday, October 31. Additionally, award winners will be exhibited at the Cherry Hill Public Library during the month of November.

PICK-UP:
You will be notified of acceptance by email. If your art work is not selected to hang, please pick it up: October 21, between 4 - 6 pm. If your art work is selected to hang, please pick it up: November 1-4, between 9 am - 5 pm..

2010-11 Ensemble Series Opens October 31

2010-10-13T16:14:00.006-04:00

The Cherry Hill Ensemble Series at Croft Farm returns for the 2010-11 Season with A Tribute to Mario Lanza. Singers from the World Famous Academy of Vocal Arts will perform during this afternoon program.

The Croft Farm Arts Center (100 Bortons Mill Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034) is an intimate 200-seat venue that offers audience members a unique close-up experience with the music and the performers.

Tickets cost $15 ($12 for Cherry Hill seniors with a Gold Card) and may be purchased in the Recreation Department (Room 102 in the Municipal Building, 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002). You may also print an order form and mail the order form to the Recreation Department. For questions or more information please contact us at Arts@CHTownship.com or call 856-488-7868.

Scholarships awarded to 2 local high school students

2010-06-15T14:38:00.002-04:00

Each year, the Cherry Hill Arts Board gives an award to a graduating senior active in the arts program from Cherry Hill High School East and Cherry Hill High School West. Students are recommended by their teachers and awards are made available through the proceeds from the Cherry Hill Art Blooms events.

On Friday, June 11, 2010, Cherry Hill High School West held their Awards night and Arts Board Chair Gaye Pino was on hand to present senior Esther Phillips with the 2010 Cherry Hill Arts Award.

(From left to right: Cherry Hill High School West Principal Joseph Meloche, Esther Phillips and Arts Board Chair Gaye Pino)

The winner from Cherry Hill East is Lucas Kappler.

Tickets going quickly for "Broadway Memories" - Get yours TODAY!

2010-05-27T11:15:00.004-04:00

Join us for this unique performance featuring the excerpts from a variety of Broadway shows starring fromer miss New Jersey Erica Scanlon.

Each song will come to life as you gain a new familiarity with these great Broadway Melodies. This is sure to be a memorable and entertaining experience for both the frequent and occasional Broadway patron.

Saturday, June 5 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, June 6 at 3 p.m.
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Bortons Mill Road

Tickets: $15 ($12 with a Cherry Hill Senior Citizen Gold Card)

For more information or to purchase tickets, call 856-488-7868 or stop into Room 102 of the Municipal Building, 820 Mercer Street. You may also download a ticket request form and mail to: Recreation Department - Room 102, 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. Checks are made payable to: Cherry Hill Township. At this time we do not accept credit cards.

Photo Gallery - Update

2010-05-19T16:55:00.002-04:00

On Saturday, May 15, 2010, the Cherry Hill Arts Board welcomed Philadelphia Orchestra percussionist, Don Liuzzi to the Croft Farm Arts Center as he hosted a Concert for Young Music Lovers: Drums Have Melody.

The children really seemed to enjoy the concert, and afterwards, Mr. Liuzzi let the children try out the drums.

Photo galleries updated!

2010-05-04T10:06:00.004-04:00

We've just finished a very successful Art Blooms week. Complete photo galleries have now been added. Our next week of art related events will be held in November and will feature a juried photography exhibit.

Enjoy the galleries!

Opening Reception gallery – April 24

Korean Youth Orchestra – April 25

Hotsy Totsy Girls – April 30

Poetry – April 30

OC Pops – May 2

2010 Art Blooms Juried Art Exhibit Winners

2010-04-27T16:59:00.003-04:00

We had a tremendous turn out and had over 140 entries. Of those 140+ entries, our jurors selected 65 pieces to hang in this year's show.

Here are the winners:

Photo Galleries Added

2010-03-22T16:37:00.005-04:00

Galleries have been added for Luncheon with the Arts featuring Tom DelMoore held on Friday, February 19 and the Luncheon featuring the movie "Pocketful of Miracles" on Friday, March 19.

Photos are also available from the March 21st sold-out performance from the Academy of Vocal Arts' Cody Austin, Colleen Daly, Eric Dubin and Michele Scanlon.

March 21 - Academy of Vocal Arts

March 19 - Pocketful of Miracles

February 19 - Tom DelMoore

Join us for Art Blooms, a week of art events from April 24 through May 2. A complete schedule of events can be found here.

March 21 AVA Performance at Croft Farm SOLD OUT!

2010-03-18T12:09:00.002-04:00

The Academy of Vocal Arts performance scheduled for 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 21 at Croft Farm has sold out. The talented AVA singers will bring yu excerpts from the great opera and operettas, Broadway favorites and the wonderful music of Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy.

Tickets still remain for the May 2 concert featuring members of the Ocean City Pops.

To purchase tickets for upcoming shows please contact the Arts Board at 856-661-4810 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

Tickets remain!

2010-03-08T15:46:00.004-05:00

Lunch & a Movie for Seniors featuring the film "Pocketful of Miracles"
March 19, 2010 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Pocketful of Miracles is the story of Apple Annie (Bette Davis), a poor, New York City street vendor whose daughter (Ann Margret) only knows her through letters. When Annie's daughter announces her engagemnet to the son of a Spanish Count, Annie knows she must conceal her true identity. With the help of bootlegging mobster (Glenn Ford), Annie becomes a New York socialite worthy of audience with a count.

This lovely afternoon includes lunch, coffee and dessert before th film.

Tickets cost just $3 in advance or $5 at the door.

Coffee is donated by Melitta.

To purchase tickets, please download a form or contact the Cherry Hill Arts Board at 856-661-4810 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

DePue Brothers Concert; A Sell-Out

2010-02-09T11:02:00.003-05:00

January 31 marked another sell-out performance for The DePue Brothers, as they returned to Croft Farm. Over 200 people were in attendance and enjoyed the music of Jason DePue, Wallace DePue, Don Liuzzo, Kevin MacConnell & Mark Cosgrove.

The next concert in the 2009-10 Ensemble Concert series features performers from the Academy of Vocal Arts bringing you exceprts from the great operas and operettas, Broadway favorites and the wonderufl music of Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy. Tickets cost $15 or $12 with a Cherry Hill Gold Card (residents 55+). To purchase tickets, click here or stop into Room 102 of the Municipal Building. For information, please call 856-661-4810 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

Photos just added...

2009-12-30T16:05:00.002-05:00

Photos were just added from our recent "Lunch & a Movie for Seniors featuring Love Actually" held on Thursday, December 17, 2009.

Tickets still remain!

2009-12-28T09:38:00.005-05:00

The DePue Brothers return to Croft Farm

Welcome back the tremendously talented and energetic violin-playing brothers for a
fresh new performance of classics, bluegrass and newgrass music on Sunday, January 31, 2010 at the Croft Farm Arts Center (100 Bortons Mill Road).

The concert will begin at 3 p.m. and tickets still remain. The cost for general admission is $15 and senior citizens with a Cherry Hill Gold Card can attend for just $12.

The DePue Brothers have sold out every show they've ever played at Croft Farm, so get your tickets early.

To purchase tickets, please download a form or contact the Cherry Hill Arts Board at 856-661-4810 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

12/17/09 LOVE ACTUALLY

2009-12-03T14:47:00.007-05:00

Tickets still remain for this afternoon movie & lunch for Senior Citizens with the Cherry Hill Arts Board at the Croft Farm Arts Center (100 Bortons Mill Road, Cherry Hill).

Love actually is all around.

Follows the lives of eight very different couples in dealing with their love lives in various loosely and interrelated tales all set during a frantic month before Christmas in London, England.

This lovely afternoon will feature a hotdog lunch, followed by the movie and a short discussion.

Lunch begins at 11 a.m. and tickets cost just $3 each.

To purchase tickets, click here, email Arts@CHTownship.com or call 856-661-4810.

Photo Galleries - JUST ADDED!

2009-11-02T11:04:00.003-05:00

Fall into the Arts Juried Photography Exhibit & Reception (Saturday, October 24 - Sunday, November 1, 2009)

Senior Luncheon with the Arts featuring The Sunshine Boys (Friday, October 30, 2009)

Ensemble Concert - Cellos of the Philadelphia Orchestra (Sunday, November 1, 2009)

Concert for Young Music Lovers - POSTPONED

2009-10-22T16:14:00.002-04:00

The Concert for Young Music Lovers scheduled for Monday, October 26 at 10:30 a.m. has been postponed to a later date. We apologize for any inconveniences. If you would like to be notified of the upcoming concert once we have a date, please email Arts@CHTownship.com

Upcoming Concerts...

2009-10-06T10:34:00.005-04:00

Hosted by Philadelphia Orchestra Percussionist,Don Liuizzi, these concerts will introduce children ages 3 to 5 (or 6) to classical favorites. Our Concerts for Young Music Lovers have become a favorite of children and parents alike.

The concert will be held on Monday, October 26 and begins at 10:30 a.m. and will be held at the Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Road.

Tickets cost $8 per person and can be purchased in the Recreation Department (820 Mercer Street) or you can reserve your ticket by calling 856-488-7868 or emailing Arts@CHTownship.com. You may also purchase tickets at the door. Click here to download a ticket order form.

The Concert for Young Music Lovers is sponsored by My Gym of Cherry Hill.

November 1 marks the opening of the 2009-10 Ensemble Concert Series at Croft Farm. We will welcome the Cellos of the Philadelphia Orchestra as they perform at 3 p.m.

Tickets are $15 for general admission or $12 for Senior Citizens with a Gold Card. Tickets can be purchase ahead of time in the Recreation Department (Room 102 of the Municipal Building) or you can reserve your ticket by calling 856-488-7868. Click here to download a ticket order form. A limited number of tickets may be available to purchase at the door on the day of the show. Please call 856-488-7868 for more information.

The 2009-10 Ensemble Concerts Series is proud to have the support of Paper & Ribbon Supply and Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Wolf, Jr.

PHOTO GALLERY UPDATED!

2009-10-06T10:02:00.003-04:00

Back on September 9, the Cherry Hill Arts Board opened their 2009-10 season of events with a fabulous luncheon featuring the music of Hank's Cadillac.

On October 2, the Arts Board hosted their very first luncheon and a movie for Seniors and had a great attendance for the viewing of Mamma Mia! After the movie, several attendees even got up and danced.

Tickets still remain for Wednesday, September 9...

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Come enjoy the music of Hank’s Cadillac. This energetic band has been performing in Honky Tonks from South Philly to South Jersey. Whether you’re doing a Country line dance to “Chattahoochee” or enjoying an old favorite like “Ring of Fire”, Hank’s Cadillac has something for everyone.

This fun afternoon social, sponsored by the Cherry Hill Alliance on Alcohol & Drug Abuse and the Cherry Hill Arts Board, features lunch and live music, so gather your friends and come on out!

Tickets cost $5 in advance and $8 at the door. For information or to purchase tickets, click here.

Mark your calendars...

2009-08-20T15:55:00.004-04:00

The Cherry Hill Arts Board and Cherry Hill Township are busy planning their fall season of events. Please mark your calendars and remember to check back often for updates and ticket request forms.

Luncheon for Senios featuring live music by Hank's Cadillac
Wednesday, September 9
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
$5 in advance ($8 at the door)
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Lunch and a Movie for Seniors with the Arts Advisory Board
MAMMA MIA!
Friday, October 2
11:30 a.m.
$3/person
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Fall Into the Arts - Juried Photography Exhibit
Saturday, October 24 - Sunday, November 1
Various Times
Free
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Photography Exhibit Opening Reception
Saturday, October 24
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Free
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Trolley Tour of Historic Cherry Hill Sites brought to you by the Friends of the Barclay Farmstead
Saturday, October 24
4:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Advance Tickets: $12 ($15 at the door)
Barclay Farmstead, 209 Barclay Lane, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Harvest Festival and Fire & Life Safety Day
Sunday, October 25
12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Free Admission
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Luncheon with the Arts for Seniors featuring: The Sunshine Boys Quartet
Friday, October 30
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
$5 in advance ($8 at the door)
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Cinematic Reflections featuring Twilight
Friday, October 30
7 p.m.
Free
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Cellos of the Philadelhpia Orchestra
Sunday, November 1
3 p.m.
Tickets: $15 ($12 with a Gold Card)
Croft Farm Arts Center, 100 Borton's Mill Rd., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

PHOTO GALLERY UPDATE

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On June 20 & 21, the Collaborative Act Studio of Cherry Hill performed "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare...Abridged" at the Croft Farm Arts Center.

The show was produced by Ted Wioncek III, directed by Donald Swenson and starred Pat King, Kevin Hurley and Chris Melohn.

More pictures added from Art Blooms...

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2009 Art Blooms Winners

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Pictures from Art Blooms Events

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Photos have just been added to the blog for the Afternoon Luncheon with the Arts featuring The Hotsy Totsy Girls, poetry reading and the Concert for Young Music Lovers.

Luncheon with the Arts for Seniors featuring...

2009-04-16T09:39:00.002-04:00

The Hotsy Totsy Girls has SOLD OUT!

Tickets still remain for all other events.

Family Fun Blooms at Croft Farm: Schedule of Events

2009-04-15T11:57:00.007-04:00

Join us on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26 for our 4th annual Juried Craft Festival featuring Family Fun Weekend at Croft Farm sponsored by My Gym of Cherry Hill. Here is the full schedule of events:

Saturday, April 25
9:30 am: Run Your Own Life Without Drugs & Alcohol 5K Fun Run/Walk
11 am – 5 pm: Craft Festival Opens
11 am – 5 pm: Art Exhibit Opens
11 am – 5 pm: MY GYM Moon Bounce
Candy necklace creations*
“Kids! Start your garden” with Sustainable Cherry Hill*
11 am – 3 pm: Garden State Discovery Museum: Museum on the Move

*while supplies last

Sunday, April 26
11 am – 5 pm: Craft Festival Opens
11 am – 5 pm: Art Exhibit Opens
11 am – 5 pm: MY GYM Moon Bounce
Candy necklace creations*
"Kids! Start your garden” with Sustainable Cherry Hill*
12 – 3 pm: Cherry Hill Police Kid ID Card Registration
3 – 4 pm: Gloria Youth Orchestra (Arts Center)

*while supplies last

Admission to Family Fun Weekend is free however; certain activities such as the 5K run do require a fee to participate.

Attention Crafters!!

2009-03-19T13:47:00.007-04:00

Cherry Hill Township and the Cherry Hill Arts Board are looking for crafters to participate in the fourth annual Art Blooms juried craft festival on Saturday, April 25 & Sunday, April 26 at Croft Farm. The festival opens Art Blooms - a week long series of art and cultural events that includes a juried art exhibit of 2 dimensional works. The craft festival has been expanded this year to include activities for children, a Community Non-Profit Information Fair and a 5K Fun Run/Walk.

We are also looking to add some hands-on crafts/activities for children. If you have any suggestions or would like to provide an activity, please contact the Arts Board at 856-661-4810 or email Arts@CHTownhsip.com.

If you are interested in participating as a crafter, please click here to download a form.

If you are a non-profit group interested in participating in the comminuty fair please contact the Arts Board at 856-661-4810 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

Tickets still available...

2009-03-09T11:39:00.005-04:00

This Friday, enjoy Dolce Suono: Metal & Wood Band at the Croft Farm Arts Center (100 Borton's Mill Road) beginning at 8 p.m. Dolce Suono features Mimi Stillman on flute, guitarist Allen Krantz, violist Burchard Tang and Emilio Gravagno on double bass.

This unique ensemble is a popular favorite, performing music from vibrant Renaissance songs to Baroque classics to the folk-influenced Schulhoff Concertina, and thrilling tangos by Astor Piazzolla. This group arranges much of its own music for a festive, improvisatory vibe.

Tickets still remain and can be purchased at the door or in Room 102 of the Municipal Building. Cost is $15 for general admission and $12 for adults 55 and over.

You won't want to miss this exciting concert!!

Academy of Vocal Arts - A Sell Out Performance!

2009-02-17T14:32:00.005-05:00

On Sunday, February 8, 2009, members of the Academy of Vocal Arts performed Opera Plus! - a selection of Opera and Broadway favorites - infront of a sold-out audience at the Croft Farm Arts Center. Selections included "Brindisi" (“Libiamo ne'lieti calici”) from Verdi’s La Traviata, "Seguidilla" from Bizet’s Carmen, “La ci darem la mano” from Mozart’s Don Giovanni, “This nearly was mine” from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s South Pacific and “The Impossible Dream” from Leigh’s Man of La Mancha.

From left to right: Luke Housner, piano; Taylor Stayton, tenor; Olivia Vote, mezzo-soprano;
Steven LaBrie, baritone; Colleen Daly, soprano

Our next Ensemble Series Concert will be held on Friday, March 13 at 8 p.m. and will feature Dolce Suono: Metal & Wood Band.

Academy of Vocal Arts Present Opera & Broadway Favorites

2009-01-28T14:10:00.009-05:00

Exciting young artists from the world-renowned Academy of Vocal Arts present a concert of opera favorites on Sunday, February 8, 2009 at the Croft Farm Arts Center. The performance will begin at 3 p.m. and tickets are only $15 ($12 for adults 55 and older and just $10 for students and groups of 10 or more).

The program will include selections from La Traviata, Carmen, Don Giovanni, South Pacific, Man of La Mancha and many more!

Performing that afternoon are:

For more information, visit www.avaopera.org.

CALL FOR ARTISTS, CRAFTERS & POETS

2009-01-15T11:36:00.005-05:00

The Cherry Hill Arts Board is currently looking for local artists, crafters & poets to be a part of this year's Art Blooms in Cherry Hill. This year, the event will be bigger then ever since the Arts Board and Cherry Hill Township have combined Art Blooms & Spring Family Festival into one giant event that features a two-day juried craft festival with a 5K Fun Run/Walk, childrens activities such as a moon bounce and crafts; a juried art exhibit showcasing original, 2 dimensional works (no photography please); evening poetry reading; film screening and discussion; childrens concert; afternoon luncheon with the arts; and a concert with members of the Ocean City Pops.

To participate in the Juried Craft Festival, click here.

To participate in the Juried Art Exhibit, click here.

To participate in the poetry reading, please submit 3 sample poems to <"mailto: Arts@CHTownship.com">for consideration.

Sell Out Performance for Gregory DeTurck

2008-12-15T12:02:00.003-05:00

Gregory DeTurck, pianist and Cherry Hill High School West graduate, performed in front of a sell out audience during an afternoon rectial at the Croft Farm Arts Center yesterday.

The program consisted of:

Sonata in A major Hob. XVI/26 - F. Joseph Haydn
Nocturne in A-flat major Op. 33 - Samuel Barber
Notturno in B-flat major - Benjamin Britten
Miroirs - Maurice Ravel
Iberia - Isaac Albeniz
Fantasia Baetica - Manuel de Falla

Croft Farm Welcomes Pianist Gregory DeTurck for Winter Recital

2008-11-17T15:27:00.008-05:00

The Cherry Hill Ensemble Series at Croft Farm continues on Sunday, December 14, 2008 at 3 p.m. with International award-winning pianist and Cherry Hill High School West graduate Gregory DeTurck as he returns to perform in his home town.

Tickets: $15 general admission (seniors 55+: $12; groups 10+ & students: $10)

Tickets can be purchased ahead of time in Room 102 of the Municipal Building (820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill 08002) or by click here to download the order form. For more information call 856-488-7868 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

This concert is sponsored by Jacobs Music Company, Lighthouse Hospice Inc, Paper & Ribbon Supply and Mr. & Mrs. Edgar Wolf, Jr.

Photo Galleries Updated

2008-11-17T11:50:00.012-05:00

In addition to a juried photography exhibit, Fall Into the Arts at Croft Farm included many wonderful events including a Luncheon with the Arts featuring "The Dueling Divas" on Monday, November 3 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

"The Dueling Divas" are Sharon Derstine & Melissa Perry with pianist Hugh Kronrot.

Later that night, we welcomed several poets to the Arts Center for a poetry reading on the theme of "politics" and "elections".

On Friday, November 7, children enjoyed a Concert for Young Music Lovers with host Bob Cafaro, Cellist for the Philadelphia Orchestra. Also performing were Luba Agranovsky on piano and Dmitri Kasyuk playing flute.

Fall Into the Arts came to a close on Sunday, November 9 with a performance from the Fairmont Brass Quartet. The Quartet performed many songs from the Americana, Jazz and Dixieland genres.

Fall Into the Arts Opening Reception

2008-11-12T16:47:00.004-05:00

Saturday, November 1 marked the opening of the Second Annual Fall Into the Arts Juried Photography Showat the Croft Farm Arts Center. The juried show was sponsored by Cherry Hill Township, the Cherry Hill Arts Board and Brandywine Senior Living at Moorestown Estates.

We received 111 entries and hung 61 pieces. Prizes were awarded to Best In Show, First Place, Second Place, Third Place and Honorable Mention.

The photography was viewed by several hundred people throughout the week whether at events or during open gallery times.

Here are some of the winners and their photographs.

Calling all Photographers!!!

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The Cherry Hill Arts Board will be hosting it's 2nd annual Fall into the Arts, a juried photography show held at the Croft Farm Arts Center that runs from Saturday, November 1 through Sunday, November 9.

Photographers of all levels can submit up to 3 prints (framed and ready to hang) for consideration. There is a $10 entry fee for each photograph submitted. Entries must be received on Wednesday, October 29 (4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.) at the Croft Farm Arts Center (100 Borton's Mill Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034).

Prizes will be awarded to the top four place winners. All awards will be announced during the Opening Reception on Saturday, November 1 at 6 p.m. Photographs will remain on display through Sunday, November 9. A purchase award may be given by the Cherry Hill Arts Board. This piece becomes part of the Cherry Hill Township Art Collection. Additionally, award winners will be exhibited at the Cherry Hill Public Library from December 1 - January 4.

For a prospectus, click here.

Phil Orch Newgrass Band Concert a Success!

2008-10-20T12:37:00.008-04:00

This past Sunday, 7 members of the Phil Orch Newgrass band performed in front of a near sellout audience at the Croft Farm Arts Center. Some songs that were performed during this afternoon concert included "Little Brown Jug", "Sweet Goergia Brown" and "Pachebel Canon" to name a few.

Here are some pictures from the concert:

Fall Into the Arts

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Join the Arts Board for the 2nd Annual Fall Into the Arts Juried Photography Show. The exhibit opens with a free reception on Saturday, November 1 at 6 p.m. and runs through Sunday, November 9.

The opening reception will feature refreshments and artist awards. Attendees can also meet the photographers. All artwork is available for sale. To enter the juried photography exhibit, please contact the Arts Board at 856-661-4810, email Arts@CHTownship.com or download a prospectus.

Fall Into the Arts Schedule of Events:
(A flyer is linked to each event heading)

Luncheon with the Arts featuring “The Dueling Divas”
Monday, November 3
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Advance Tickets: $5 ($8 at the door)

View the photography exhibit while enjoying lunch and live entertainment
Featuring “The Dueling Divas.” Seating is limited. To purchase tickets contact the Recreation Department at 856-488-7868.

Poetry Reading
Monday, November 3
7 p.m.
FREE

Join area poets as they read from their original works. Each poet will read a selection based on a theme of politics or elections. Light refreshments will be served. To enterthe poetry reading, please contact the Cherry Hill Arts Board at 856-661-4810 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

Cinematic Reflections featuring Funny Face
Thursday, November 6
7 p.m.
FREE

Join film critic and retired Cherry Hill High School teacher Joe Truitt for a film screening and lively discussion. Light refreshments will be served.

Concert for Young Music Lovers
Friday, November 7
10:30 a.m.
Tickets: $8 each

Hosted by Philadelphia Orchestra Cellist Bob Cafaro, this concert will introduce children ages 3 to 5 to classical music. To purchase tickets contact the Recreation Department at 856-488-7868.

Celebrate a Century of Americana, Jazz and Dixieland with the Fairmont Brass Quartet
Sunday, November 9
3 p.m.
Tickets: $15 gen. admission ($12 for seniors/ $10 for students & groups of 10+)

Featuring Ocean City Pops music director Bill Scheible, this afternoon concert brings you Jazz, Dixieland, and Classical music. To purchase tickets contact the Recreation Department at 856-488-7868.

First Ensemble Concert of the 2008-09 Season - 10.19.08

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The Cherry Hill Ensemble Series at Croft Farm begins the 2008-09 season with The Phil Orch Newgrass Band featuring The DePue Brothers on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at 3 p.m.

The DePue Brothers and the Phil Orch Newgras band will perform a wide variety of music from Copland to Louis Armstrong to standard bluegrass. The variety and virtuosity of the musicians is riveting and toe-tapping. Come join us!

Tickets: $15 general admission (seniors 55+: $12; groups 10+ & students: $10)

Tickets can be purchased ahead of time in Room 102 of the Municipal Building (820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill 08002) or by click on the image above to download the order form. For more information call 856-488-7868 or email Arts@CHTownship.com.

Welcome

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Welcome to the Cherry Hill Township Arts Board blog - your place for the latest, up to date information and photos about events happening in Cherry Hill, NJ.