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Five Things to Do in Collingswood This Week: 2/18/13 to 2/23/13

This week: the Collingswood junior women's club, gardening and GMO-Free food tips, a free concert from She Hates Me plus Frugal Ladies Night. Check out the top events in town!

 

1. Collingswood Junior Women's Club

Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library

"The Collingswood Juniors engage in various charitable efforts throughout town, as well as promote health awareness and women's and family issues through speakers and projects. Please contact Jodie Farrow (jodie.farrow@yahoo.com) with any questions." 

2. Master Gardeners of South Jersey Walk-In Wednesdays

Wednesday, Feb. 20, 9 a.m.-noon—Camden County Environmental Center

"For those who are interested in becoming a Master Gardener as well as those who have questions about their gardening issues...There is no charge."

856-216-7130 ext. 40005 or email njgarden@camdencounty.com for more information.

3. GMO-Free NJ Monthly Meeting and Speaker

Thursday, Feb. 21, 7-8 p.m.—Collingswood Public Library

"Together we study the impact of the genetically modified organisms (GMOs) that are in our food supply, learn how to avoid them, and explore ways to increase awareness about this serious global crisis."

Master Gardener Gwen Baile "will answer questions and lead discussion about planting a sustainable garden," and a drawing for organic seeds will be held. "

4. Free Concert by She Hates Me

Friday, Feb. 22, 8:30 p.m.—Grooveground

She Hates Me is guitarist/comedian Kevin Sullivan and Collingswood Patch's own Shannon McGill on vocals. The duo rips through updated versions of jazz standards 80's pop with "an open hatred for one another," creating "a fun and unexpected performance each and every time."

5. Fourth Friday Ladies Night at Frugal Resale

Friday, Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m.—Frugal Resale

"Bring your favorite beverage and your friends and get ready to get gorgeous! We have a full range of styles and sizes for multiple costume changes. Talk about a frugal night out: No cover, BYO, free snacks...from Casona of Collingswood. Seating and bar carts from Dig This. Ladies' Night [also] features a 20% discount throughout the store."

Reservations are required by Wednesday, Feb. 20. For more on Ladies' Night, read owner Morgan Robinson's blog.

About this column: Five Things to Do features five (usually free) upcoming events that are happening in Collingswood this week. Entries are largely taken from our Events calendar. Click event titles to see individual listings, or "Browse Events" above to see the full list—and add yours today! Related Topics: Collingswood Junior Women's Club, Collingswood public library, Frugal Resale, GMO-Free NJ, Grooveground, Master Gardeners of South Jersey, Morgan Robinson, Shannon McGill, and She Hates Me

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