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New Jersey Monthly Magazine
Camden

A Summer Feast of Music Fests

I’m a voracious fan of music festivals. Fortunately there are two annual musical shindigs in South Jersey that always scratch my festival itch.

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'Blessed Returns'

Walt Whitman came to Camden by accident. On the 120th anniversary of his death, he’s still a presence. more

Addition by Contraction

For the past year I’d heard rumblings that it might happen, but earlier this week the state's plans were revealed—Rutgers-Camden is going to become part of Rowan University.

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Facing the Music for Facebook Post

Should a person serving in an official public capacity be held accountable for posts on his or her personal Facebook page? That’s the question in a current controversy surrounding a member of the Camden school board.

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Strangers on a Train

Recently, a friend of mine who lives in California posted a video to his Facebook page with a caption that read, “Stay classy New Jersey.” Oh boy, I thought. Now what?

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For Her It's Better, Not Worse

Camden native Tasha Smith prepares for a lead role in a new series based on a popular Tyler Perry movie franchise. more

In Her Corner

When her father was murdered, Sandi Roberts and her family received invaluable support from the little-known public servants of the Camden County Office of Victim-Witness Advocacy. more

Two Babes in the Black Market

Black market nylon stockings? There was a time and a place when they were extremely valued. more

The 'Rite' Stuff

Residents await the construction of a community theater in the heart of Camden. more

Spring Getaways: Day Trips

The warm weather is upon us. It’s time to get out and enjoy all that New Jersey has to offer, from craft fairs, to music festivals, to sheep shearing, and yes, even a rodeo. more

Two Hats, One Baton

Rossen Milanov is the music director of the Princeton Symphony Orchestra, and Symphony C, a training orchestra based in Camden. more

A Soup Kitchen That Turns Out Chefs

Camden's venerable Cathedral Kitchen has been producing some accomplished chefs. more

Getting Fit at Rutgers-Camden

Can a new fitness center kick-start Rutgers-Camden’s push for more on-campus residents?

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Faeries and Wizards in a Garden, Oh My!

Looking for something to do with the kids this weekend? Check out the Faeries and Wizards Family Festival at the Camden Children’s Garden.

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Great Places to Work: Campbell Soup Company

The world has long known about the Campbell Kids, those Chunky Soup-guzzling icons of this household-name company. Each day, though, several dozen real-life Campbell kids can be seen cavorting at the company’s main campus. more

The Boat & the Brew

Visiting Battleship New Jersey is always a fun time. But if you’re into good craft beers, it’s a must-do on Saturday when it plays host to the thirteenth-annual Garden State Beer Festival.

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Dog Days for Camden Riversharks

Does your pup shag tennis balls like a pro? Think fetch is an earth-bound version of heaven? Then he or she might be the perfect companion to see the Camden Riversharks on June 27 at Campbell’s Field.

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Best of NJ: Places

We traveled far and wide to pinpoint the following fun destinations from A (aquarium) to Z (zoo). more

Industrial Strength

Despite the real estate slump—or perhaps because of it—factory-to-residential conversions are on the rise statewide. more

A Rising Food Network Star

The Next Food Network Star winner Aaron McCargo Jr. of Camden whisks into the limelight. more

High School Tennis: Three Aces

Thanks to motivated students and hard work, tennis success comes easy for these three South Jersey coaches. more

Day Trip: Camden

Continued growth and a commitment to change are restoring the city—one block at a time. more

Best Of Jersey: Food

Pride of Place

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the American Institute of Architects, the organization’s New Jersey chapter has selected the 150 best buildings and places in the state. Here are a few of the most notable, from a Gothic basilica to a funky old burger joint. more

Critical Condition

The Good the Bad and the Ugly

What's it Worth... Life in New Jersey more

Shore Lore: The Sandman Cometh

52 Things Every New Jerseyan Must Know

A Tell of Terror at Home

Big Bang of Biotech

Going Greek

Mane of the Hour

Top fashion models and designers rely on Frank Rizzieri of Moorestown to banish bad-hair days. more

Crime Hits a Brick Barrier

This has been a banner year for Brick Township. more

New Jersey...and how it got that way: December

Thrills of a century

Camden's "Funny Chick"

Walt's Playhouse

All the world’s a stage—a pub more so. For this playwright, turning his grandparents’ place into a theater was just a logical leap. more

New Jersey...and how it got that way: November

Joe Piscopo Get's Serious

The funny man reaches out to at-risk Jersey kids with his Positive Impact Foundation more

A Heartfelt Wake-Up Call

Charter Member

Gloria Bonilla-Santiago more

Cellular Service

Coriell Institute for Medical Research more