Trips

Johnson's Farm — A 7-minute drive to Medford, NJ; a local favorite with seasonal apple picking, hayrides, and a bakery. 133 Church Road, Medford, NJ 08055, 609-654-8643.

The Movies — AMC Marlton 8 (10 min, plush reclining seats), Carmike Ritz Center 16 in Voorhees (20 min, indie & mainstream films, coffee shop), and AMC Loews Cherry Hill (24-screen mega-complex with IMAX and 3D).

The Library — Mount Laurel Library, 5 minutes away, with free computer courses. 100 Walt Whitman Avenue, 856-234-7319.

Sporting Events — Philadelphia's 76ers (NBA), Eagles (NFL), Flyers (NHL) and Phillies (MLB), or a Camden Riversharks game at Campbell's Stadium.

The Mann Center — Outdoor concerts in Fairmount Park, from the Philadelphia Orchestra to major touring acts. 5201 Parkside Ave, Philadelphia, 215-546-7900.

A Weekend Away

Historical Tour of Philadelphia — Visit the Constitution Center, the Liberty Bell, and the Betsy Ross House, with a stop at City Tavern Restaurant in Old City.

Jersey Shore Escape — Atlantic City for nightlife and casinos, family-friendly Ocean City, sophisticated Stone Harbor and Avalon, and the Wildwood boardwalk.

Tour bus on a trip to a Jersey Shore resort area