The Millstone Times July 2018

CAMP & KIDS KID THINGS TO DO THIS SUMMER Storybook Land By Pam Teel

With school out and kids at your heels, it’s time to take some day trips and do some fun things to entertain the troops. One such place, where fantasy abounds, is Storybook Land. Located in Egg Harbor Township, NJ, this childhood treasure has been open since 1955, bringing a smile to young children’s faces for over 60 years. It thrives on keeping the childhood spirit alive with an entertaining and educational atmosphere as kids get to walk through their all time favorite stories and nursery rhymes. It’s where children’s classics meld together with exciting family rides and attractions in a park like setting. Storybook Land has been built, owned and operated by the Fricano family since its inception back in 1955. Your pay-one-price admission to Storybook Land includes unlimited rides, along with access to all of our storybook attractions! The emphasis is on fun for the entire family ... with special attention given to its youngest members. The rides at Storybook Land and the park are impeccably maintained, with ride

operators who are trained to take the time to insure your child's comfort and well being. If this is your child’s first visit to an amusement park, you can be certain that it will be a very positive experience. Children get to enjoy such rides like Bubbles the Coaster, Out on a limb, the Rockin tug, zip zap racers, work zone, tick tock drop clock, Beanstalk bounce, the carousel, J & J railroad, and many more. Check out the positive reviews on yelp. That will tell you all you need to know. You can also pack your own lunch or purchase food there. Enjoy the seasons! In springtime, the Easter Bunny visits storybook land. Come and join in the large Easter egg hunt. SUMMER Early July there is always a classic car show. Saturday July 14th: Storybook Land’s 63rd Birthday! Birthday Parade, Character Meet and Greet, Face Painting. Parade begins at 12:00PM, meet & greet, face painting runs 12:00PM - 4:00PM. Saturday July 21st: Christmas in July! Santa & Mrs. Claus will stop in for their summer visit 12:00PM - 4:00PM. Saturday July 28th: Pirate Adventure Day! Meet and Greet with characters. Go on a treasure hunt! Pirate costumes “arrr” welcome! Available 12:00PM - 4:00PM. Saturday August 4th: Princess Tea Party! Dress in your best princess costume and join your favorite princess for “tea” 12:00PM - 4:00PM. Summer hours are (10- 5:30) M-S and (11-5:30) Sunday. FALL September 21st: Special Abilities Night! Open 4:00PM - 7:00PM. This is a Pre-sold ticketed event for Special Needs Families; visit Guest Services for details. Advance Tickets are $17.95+tax per person. October 4-28: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday: Join us here at Storybook Land for some Happy Halloween fun! Activities include the Happy Hayride, pumpkin decorating, and Elmer’s Hay-Mazin’ Maze. October 26, 27, 28: Trick-or-Treat Weekend! With each paid child’s admission kids receive a FREE Trick-or-Treat bag to collect treats throughout the park. (There will be no pumpkin decorating availble 10/26, 10/27 or 10/28). WINTER November 17 - December 30: Christmas Fantasy with Lights! Come and experience holiday magic right before your eyes! Be here by 5:00PM when Santa Claus appears in his chimney, waves his magic wand, and lights the park with over one million lights for the holiday season! Santa is in his home and lights the park until December 23. November 17th: Santa’s Grand Arrival and Fantasy with Lights Parade! Parade start: 4:30 PM. (Rain Date November 18). Join us as we welcome Santa & Mrs. Claus to Storybook Land! See all of your favorite storybook characters on beautifully decorated floats! The parade concludes with the lighting of the park by Santa Claus! December 1-23: Toys for Tots! During the month of December, Storybook Land will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots. Receive 1 FREE hot chocolate and 1 FREE popcorn for every toy donated. The park is located at 6415 Black Horse Pike (Routes 40/322. Egg Harbor Township - office phone- 609- 646 -0103. Visit the website at: http//storybookland.com

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The Millstone Times

July 2018