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Scarecrow Contest

Our popular scarecrow contest is back again this year. Friends, neighbors, scout groups, businesses, and local organizations, have a great time and compete against each other to create “the Best Scarecrow Display.” Scarecrows of all varieties, some creepy and all creative, will line Park Avenue in Historic Smithville Park, in Eastampton, NJ for the month of October. Vote for your favorite scarecrow. Winners will be announced at 6:00 PM at this year’s Autumn Lands Festival on October 22nd.

Lunchtime Walks

Fall is a great time to get motivated with the Burlington County Parks - Lunchtime Walks. Lunchtime walks are an excellent opportunity to exercise, explore nature, meet new friends, and get to know parks in your backyard. Walking has so many health benefits; come out a join this healthy one-hour lunchtime walk at Smithville Park. We will meet outside the Visitors Center and leave at noon. Make sure to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, bring some water and let's get moving! The route is approximately 2.5 miles with some elevation and stairs. Feel free to walk at your own pace.

Zumba

Get a fantastic workout in this high-energy Zumba class with fitness instructor Aldona. Zumba incorporates a variety of dance moves, promotes a healthy heart, a healthy dose of aerobic activity, a great way to build and tone muscles, improves cardio, promotes flexibility, and, best of all, decreases stress. This class is 60 minutes of energetic and rhythmic movement, making it a fun and fantastic workout. We will meet from 6:00 – 7:00 in our event tent on the grounds of the Smithville Mansion. This event is FREE, and registration is required.