If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to get out in Collingswood this week, you just found it. From legendary rock hits to patio vibes, cozy book club nights, playful kittens, and thought-provoking art, there’s truly something for every mood. Let’s check out what’s happening around town 👇
🎶 The Orchestra Starring Electric Light Orchestra & ELO Part II Former Members
When: September 16 • 7:30 PM
Where: Scottish Rite Auditorium, 315 White Horse Pike, Collingswood, NJ
Get ready for a night of rock history! THE ORCHESTRA, featuring former members of Electric Light Orchestra and ELO Part II, brings the Blue Skies Forever Tour to Collingswood. Expect timeless hits like Out of the Blue, Discovery, and Xanadu — performed by the musicians who helped make them legendary.
🎟️ Tickets available at Etix.com or at the Scottish Rite Box Office.
🍕 Patio Party with Jake Falana
When: September 18 • 6–9 PM
Where: Treno Pizza Bar, 235 Haddon Ave, Collingswood, NJ
Summer may be winding down, but patio season isn’t over until Treno says so. Grab a table, sip handcrafted cocktails, share some bites, and let Jake Falana’s live music carry you through a golden-hour evening.
🎉 Event details: Facebook Event
📚 Silent Book Club Meetup
When: September 19 • Evening (check event page)
Where: 716 Haddon Ave, Café Space, Collingswood, NJ
This one’s perfect for introverts and extroverts alike. Bring your own book (physical, ebook, or audiobook with headphones), chat a little with fellow readers, then enjoy one quiet, cozy hour of reading together. No pressure, no homework, just shared love for books.
📖 Join here: Bookclubs.com
🎨🐱 Paint Pottery With Kittens
When: September 20 • Times vary (see ticket page)
Where: Collingswood (venue on ticket page)
Yes, it’s as fun as it sounds — paint pottery while surrounded by adorable adoptable kittens! All ages are welcome, and proceeds support local kittens in need. Spots are limited, so don’t wait.
😺 Reserve your seat: Get Occasion
🖼️ DISRUPTED REALISM: Opening Party at Powell Lane Arts
When: September 20 • 6–9 PM
Where: Powell Lane Arts, Collingswood, NJ
Celebrate the opening of Disrupted Realism, an exhibit that challenges how we see and interpret the world through bold, modern works. Can’t make opening night? The show runs from September 20 through November 9, 2025.
🎨 Details here: Powell Lane Arts
QUESTION FOR YOU
So tell me — are you rocking out with ELO classics, sipping cocktails at Treno’s patio, diving into a good book, painting with kittens, or soaking in new art? Which one’s your vibe this week?
No matter which you choose, Collingswood has stacked the week with experiences worth leaving the couch for. So grab a friend, plan your outing, and make this week one to remember. 🌟