FRIDAY, AUG, 1 (6:30 p.m.) Britishmania Hits Burlington County - The band Britishmania revisits all four eras of the Beatles: Cavern Club to the Ed Sullivan Show; Budokan Hall in Tokyo and "Abbey Road;" "Let it Be;" and "Sgt. Pepper."
The Burlington County Amphitheater is located off Woodlane Road on Pioneer Boulevard, adjacent to the Burlington County Library. No alcohol, pets, or glass containers allowed. Performances are subject to change. In the event of inclement weather, some shows may move inside the Burlington County Institute of Technology or the library. For more information, call (609) 265-5068.
Directions to the Burlington County Amphitheater
Via Route 295
To Exit 45A - Willingboro/Mount Holly Exit. Toward Mount Holly on Rancocas Road.
Turn Left onto Irick Road at traffic light.
Turn Right onto Woodlane Road at traffic light.
Turn Left onto Pioneer Boulevard at traffic light.
Follow Road to the Amphitheater.
Via New Jersey Turnpike
Take Turnpike to Exit 5 - Route 541 - Burlington/Mount Holly
Turn Right onto Route 541 at traffic light
Turn Right onto Woodlane Road at traffic light
Turn Right onto Pioneer Boulevard at traffic light
Follow Road to the Amphitheater
Via Route 38
Take Route 38 towards Mount Holly to the Route 541 bypass.
Turn North onto the Mount Holly Bypass at light (toward Burlington)
Turn Left onto Rancocas Road at traffic light
Turn Right onto Irick Road at traffic light
Turn Right onto Woodlane Road at traffic light
Turn Left onto Pioneer Boulevard at traffic light
Follow Road to the Amphitheater
Gospel Explosion
The sound of inspirational Gospel Music, from traditional to urban contemporary, embrace the amphitheater. The evening begins with a special hip-hop gospel artist, followed by The Brockington Ensemble and headliner Bishop Bruce V. Parham, Sr. In the event of inclement weather, some shows may move inside the Burlington County Institute of Technology.
Burlington County Amphitheater
5 Pioneer Blvd.
Westampton, NJ
609-265-5068
Directions to the Burlington County Amphitheater
Via Route 295
To Exit 45A - Willingboro/Mount Holly Exit. Toward Mount Holly on Rancocas Road.
Turn Left onto Irick Road at traffic light.
Turn Right onto Woodlane Road at traffic light.
Turn Left onto Pioneer Boulevard at traffic light.
Follow Road to the Amphitheater.
Via New Jersey Turnpike
Take Turnpike to Exit 5 - Route 541 - Burlington/Mount Holly
Turn Right onto Route 541 at traffic light
Turn Right onto Woodlane Road at traffic light
Turn Right onto Pioneer Boulevard at traffic light
Follow Road to the Amphitheater
Via Route 38
Take Route 38 towards Mount Holly to the Route 541 bypass.
Turn North onto the Mount Holly Bypass at light (toward Burlington)
Turn Left onto Rancocas Road at traffic light
Turn Right onto Irick Road at traffic light
Turn Right onto Woodlane Road at traffic light
Turn Left onto Pioneer Boulevard at traffic light
Follow Road to the Amphitheater
The annual Black Family Heritage Festival is coming back to Burlington City this weekend, and it is bigger than ever before. The festival is now a 3-day event, with a golf outing and jazz concert Friday night, a parade and free music along the riverfront promenade on Saturday, and a Gospel celebration on Sunday.
The golf outing and jazz concert have a fee (proceeds will go to provide scholarships for city teens), but all the other events are free.
Burlington City natives and talented musicians Lanny Hartley and Larry Gittens are scheduled to perform Friday (also with Yvette Freeman and Dave May). There is a long list of performers on Saturday and Sunday, along with food, children's rides, and a health fair.
For more information, visit http://www.burlingtonbrotherhood.org/.
Burlington County kicks off the fifth season at the amphitheater with free, live entertainment under the stars on Saturday, June 7th with the new Big Break talent competition.
Set to begin at 6:30 p.m., the opening show will feature 40 talented vocalists selected during Big Break auditions in March. These local singers will perform live before the audience and a panel of three judges. At the end of the evening, the judges will select six finalists, and the audience will choose the grand prize winner who will return on Aug. 2 to perform during the amphitheater's Big Break Meets American Idol showcase concert.
That performance will feature Ayla Brown & Kevin Covais, who appeared during "Season 5" of the popular television show.
Sponsored by the Freeholders, the amphitheater is located on Pioneer Boulevard off Woodlane Road in Westampton. Free performances have been planned for every Friday and Saturday evening from June 7 through Sept 13.
Since 2008 marks the Fifth Anniversary of the amphitheater, residents will see an exciting lineup of new entertainment from classic oldies and rock n' roll, to jazz and blues, to classical and opera.
Other entertainment includes: a Night at the Opera; International Music Night; All American 4th of July Weekend; Jazz Under the Stars; Classic Oldies Night; Kids Night; Sensational Soul Music; An Evening with the Divas; Rockin' the Night Away; and Viva Las Elvis.
Also planned are a free performance on Sunday, Aug. 10, and Hispanic Heritage Celebration on Saturday, Sept. 20.
Most shows begin at 6:30 p.m. Check the schedule for show times. Residents are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs, but for the courtesy of others, please do not set up chairs until after 4 p.m. for Friday and Saturday evening performances. Beverages and refreshments will be available for sale. No alcohol, pets, or glass containers allowed. Performances are subject to change. In the event of inclement weather, some shows may move inside the Burlington County Institute of Technology or the library. For more information, call (609) 265-5068.
Burlington County Amphitheater
5 Pioneer Blvd.
Westampton
(609) 265-5068
Every Sunday evening, you can find me watching Extreme Makeover Home Edition. Each week some deserving family receives a new or newly renovated home. I have been known to shed a tear or two when the bus driver moves that bus.
A few weeks ago while I was perusing the Asbury Park Press, I came across a story titled is 'Extreme Makeover' house for sale? The story was about the Marrero family in Pennsauken, NJ. The family received a brand new 3,000 square foot home that was built on donated land. The family also received $60,000 in cash to help with uitlities and other bills.
It appears that the house which is almost 3 times the size of the old house is an energy hog. The father still is on a fixed income. So once the bus has moved on out of the state, the recipients were left with huge tax & utility bills. If a family could not afford to maintain a 1,000 square foot home how do you expect them to maintain a 3,000 square foot home?
As a result, a number of the recipients of these donated homes have considered selling. Pennsauken, Philadelphia, Atlanta and there may be others. ABC gets great ratings and we get to feel good for one hour per week. But are we really helping the families? Is this show a blessing or a curse?
Leander McClain, Realtor & Real Estate Consultant, Burlington, NJ 08016 609-505-6578
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Any real estate agent can help you buy or sell a house. I am a Realtor & Real Estate Consultant. I help make your dreams come true. My clients gladly refer me to their family, friends.
As a real estate consultant, I spend time getting to know your needs before I ever discuss how many bedrooms and bathrooms are required. The first thing I tell you is "there are thousands of agents who can sell you a house, but only one that can help you find your home". You see, if I don't find out what's really important to you, I will NEVER be able to find your home. After we have spent some time talking and I get to know you and get to know what is most important to you (not necessarily related to real estate), then we can get down to finding your new home. The best way to illustrate this is with a short story.
I had a couple come in the office and they were looking for a two story colonial, 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bath. Seemed like a simple request. In talking to the couple, I found that the wife's to priority was to have a fenced yard for her children. The husband was a car buff so, the garage was very important to him. I showed them two story colonials in the areas they were interested in and nothing really seemed to leap out at them. I asked "do you mind if I show you something that I think may suit your needs". They agreed and we went to look at a ranch home with a detached three car heated garage with an attached workshop and a fenced yard, sitting on a large lot. As soon as we walked in both the husband and the wife fell in love with the property. I made their dreams come true.
As a real estate consultant, I don't help clients buy and sell houses; I make their dreams come true.
If you would like to view homes for sale in the comfort of your own home, take a look at my website
Education
BS in Mechanical Engineering - Rutgers University
MBA - Florida Tech
Military Service
US Navy Reserve - 10 yrs (Mustang. SK2 - LT, Supply Corps)
I first became interested in real estate when I purchased my first home 15 years ago. I enjoyed viewing all of the homes that were available for sale. I must have looked at 100 homes and burned through 3-4 agents. What I found was that the agents could not keep up with my requests. What I have since learned is that the agents I was using at the time were not consultants. They were showing me homes that did not meet my needs. In essence, we wasted a lot of time. However, it was fun for me.
I figured that I could do the job better than those original agents that I contacted. I have learned to ask the right questions up front to my potential clients. I have learned that its not about trying to push my clients to buy or sell a property....it's about helping them find a win-win situation. When we pull up to the house that my client will eventually buy, they know...THIS IS THE ONE!. All I have to do at that point is stand back and let the magic work.
This is why I do what I do....I want to help you and I enjoy it and I get paid for doing something I REALLY enjoy.
I also enjoy sharing. Below you will find links to previous posts that I have written which may be helpful to you.
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Burlington Township New Jersey
"I must say that I was a very difficult customer. I didn't know much about buying a house and I kept changing my mind about what I wanted. You always told me....don't let anybody push you into something that you are not comfortable doing. I really appreciate that. You took your time with me and always explained my options. When I get ready to buy my next house, I will call you first. Thank you again and God Bless you" Richard Tomlinson - Sicklerville, NJ
"When I wanted to sell my house because another agent told me I could get $200,000 for it. A friend of mine recommended that I call Mr. McClain before I made any decisions. Mr. McClain was ready for our first meeting and he showed me that houses in my neighborhood were selling around $146,000. He then sent me to a mortgage consultant who helped me find a mortgage with lower monthly payments and helped me set up a plan to pay off of my bills. When I am ready to move, I WILL CALL Mr. McClain and I will send all my family and friends to him" Sondra Murray - Willingboro, NJ
"Leander, I just want to thank you for being so patient with my family during the purchase of our first home. You are not only a real estate agent, you are a teacher and a coach. Things got crazy for awhile, but we always felt that you had everything under control. Thank you so much for your help. My sister now wants to buy a house, she will be calling you in a few days. See you soon." - Charles Jackson Jr., Lumberton, NJ
"My family and I were relocating to burlington county and we wanted an agent who was familiar with the area and would handle all of our needs. We did not understand how we would be able to handle all of the details while we were in California. Mr. McClain assured us that he would guide us in fiding our new home and everything else that had to be done. On our first house hunting trip, Mr. McClain helped us to locate the perfect home. He handled all of the negotiations, inspections and paperwork. When we showed up for closing, everything was in place. I have recommended you to everyone at my old base. Thank you so much." - Courtney V. Ziegler, Capt. USAF
"Leander, All I can say is Thank You, Thank You, Thank You. You helped me and my family so much that I feel like you are a part of the family. You helped us negotiate a great deal on the house we purchased and you showed us how to get the seller to pay most of the closing costs even though they were not offering to pay. And to top it off, you explained the whole process to us step by step. If it were not for you, we would still be living in a cramped apartment. I am now telling everyone I know that mentions buying a house.....you must call Leander, you won't be sorry. Thank you so much again. We can't wait to spend our first Thanksgiving and Christmas in our own house". - Stephanie Kaitell, Burlington, NJ
"When I was looking to buy my first home, I was nervous. There was so much bad news everywhere about the real estate market. I didn't even know how to find a real estate agent. I Googled Realtors in Burlington Township and found many listed. Then I read and article that Leander wrote online that dealt with a definition of happiness. I was having a really bad day and that article really lifted my spirits. I decided to find out more about him, so i googled him and saw that he had a lot of information on line. I signed up for his blog and read his posts for about a month before I called him. When I finally talked to him, I knew I had found the right agent for me.
Leander was kind, informative and most of all patient. He explained everything to me in a way that I could understand. Not only was he this way, but the people that he worked with were just the same. I have never met such a positive bunch of people. Anyway, to make this long story short, Leander helped me find a great townhouse in a wonderful neighborhood. I absolutely love my new home. I love coming home everday to MY HOUSE :). I owe a big debt of gratitude to Leander. When I am ready to sell this house and move to a larger place....there is only one person I will call....and his number is on speed dial...Leander McClain. Thanks so much" - Stacy D. Harris, Burlington Township, NJ
All I can say is CALL LEANDER!!!! If you are looking to buy a house, you will not find a more patient and intelligent man - - Abu Karim Muhammad, Marlton, NJ
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