Thursday, January 22
Absecon Galloway Rotary Club Meeting
6:30 p.m.
Gourmet Italian Restaurant, 324 South Pitney Road, Galloway
A networking social hour will start at 5:30 p.m. followed by the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Learn more about Rotary, how they serve the local community and meet local community members. For club information, go to www.facebook.com/AbseconGallowayRotary, or email Rose McCarthy, club president, at bluerose46@aol.com.
Friday, January 23
Movie at the Library
2 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Join the Longport Library for a screening of the film “One Battle After Another.” For more information or to register, call 609-487-7403.
Saturday, January 24
Saturday Family Storytime
10:30 a.m.
Egg Harbor Township Library, 1 Swift Drive
Join the Atlantic County Library in Egg Harbor Township for a family storytime this Saturday morning. Bring the family and enjoy a morning of songs and stories. Register online at www.atlanticlibrary.org or call 609-927-8664.
‘Pete the Cat’ by TheaterWorksUSA
11 a.m.
Stockton Performing Arts Center, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway
A groovy blue cat meets The Biddles and gets the whole family rocking, setting out on a mission to help Jimmy Biddle conquer art class. The show will take place at 11 a.m., with a sensory-friendly performance at 2 p.m. For more information, visit www.stockton.edu/pac.
Morning Rise and Shine Yoga
11 a.m.
Mays Landing Library, 40 Farragut Ave.
Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel for class. Register online at www.atlanticlibrary.org or call 609-625-2776.
Overdue Opinions Book Club
11 a.m.
Somers Point Library, 801 Shore Road
Join the Atlantic County Library in Somers Point for their monthly book club. From buzz-worthy new releases to nostalgic throwbacks, each month brings something different to the table. This month, the club will discuss the title “There Should Have Been Eight” by Nalini Singh. Members can vote on next month’s themed read at the end of each meeting. Register online at www.atlanticlibrary.org or call 609-927-7113.
Meet the Author: Debbie McGuire
- 2 p.m.
Brigantine Library, 201 15th St. South
Join the Atlantic County Library in Brigantine as Debbie McGuire, author and environmentalist, discusses her latest work “Everyday Choices for the Earth: Hope through Our Multiplied Actions.” Register online at www.atlanticlibrary.org or call 609-266-0110.
Monday, January 26
Supervised Bridge Play
- 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Join Ocean City Library for Supervised Bridge. During the play session, students play practice hands based on the lesson. Students can ask questions at any time when they are not sure what to do. This class is free and open to players of any level.
Employment Assistance with
One Stop Career Center
- 1-2 p.m.
New Day Family Success Center, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Pleasantville
Are you looking for a job or a career change? Atlantic County One Stop is available to assist you with your job search at New Day FSC. Their services include job assistance for seniors, vocational training, literacy training and more. By appointment only. For more information, call 609-652-0230.
Yoga and Meditation
- 5 p.m.
Inland Family Success Center, 3050 Spruce Ave., Egg Harbor Township
Find your Zen with community yogi Tarak. He will lead participants through yoga poses and meditation techniques for beginners. Wear comfortable workout clothes and sneakers. Mats will be available at the class.
Tuesday, January 27
Paint and Sip
- 5-7 p.m.
Ventnor Library, 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Join the library for a themed paint party with snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and games, plus painting. Open to adults and interested teens. Register online at www.atlanticlibrary.org or call 609-823-4614.
Crafty Hour: Wooden Block Lantern
- 5:30 p.m.
Absecon Library, 305 New Jersey Ave.
Enjoy a fun evening making your own personalized craft. Share your creative ideas of customizing your own art piece. Register online at www.atlanticlibrary.org or call 609-646-2228.
Furry Buddies
- 6-7 p.m.
Galloway Library, 306 East Jimmie Leeds Road
Join the Atlantic County Library in Galloway and read a story to therapy dogs Fritz and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children. Registration is required and guardians must remain present. Register online at www.atlanticlibrary.org or call 609-652-2352.
Wednesday, January 28
Brunch & Learn with JFS Village
- 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Shirat Hayam, 700 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ventnor
Join JFS Village as they explore how Jewish communities in the region navigated memory, identity and resilience after the traumas of the 1990s and life in a post-Srebrenica world. RSVP by Jan. 26 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsvillage.org.
Block Party LEGO Edition
- 3 p.m.
Inland Family Success Center, 3050 Spruce Ave., Egg Harbor Township
Celebrate National LEGO Day at Inland FSC during a creative free play. There will also be LEGO-themed treats. All ages are welcome to attend.
Thursday, January 29
Storytime Club-Winter Edition
- 9-10 a.m.
St. Vincent de Paul Regional School, 5809 Main St., Mays Landing
Calling all little listeners ages 2-4, along with their favorite grown-ups. Step into a Winter Wonderland with a special Winter Storytime. Enjoy a cozy hour filled with enchanting stories, cheerful songs and a hands-on winter craft led by the eighth-grade students of St. Vincent de Paul. Feel free to dress in your favorite winter or festive outfit and warm up with delightful seasonal treats. Register in advance by emailing advancement@svdprs.com or call the main office at 609-625-1565.
Let it Snow Paint Night
- 5 p.m.
New Day Family Success Center, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Pleasantville
Bring the whole family out for a magical winter-themed paint night. Join local artist Verneen as she guides participants step-by-step in creating a fun, snowy masterpiece. For more information, call 609-652-0230.
Saturday, January 31
Atlantic City Wing Fest
- 1-4 p.m.
Golden Nugget, 600 Huron Ave., Atlantic City
If you love wings, craft beer and live music, this event is for you. Atlantic City Wing Fest brings 21 of the region’s top restaurants together as they serve up their tastiest wings, along with craft beer tastings, cocktails, contests and live music by The Billy Walton Band. The event will be held inside the Grand Ballroom at Golden Nugget. General admission tickets are $55 per person and include unlimited wings and dipping sauces from all restaurants. Must be 21+
Old Friends: A Night of Songs and Stories
- 7 p.m.
Gateway Playhouse, 738 Bay Ave., Somers Point
Mark your calendars for a special fundraiser as singer-songwriter Brian Conover and all-around performer Debby Jenkins come together to sing for the first time after 40 years of friendship and mutual admiration. Pianist and singer Scott Breiner joins the two for a night of songs and stories about life, music and friendship. Tickets are $30 per person. Proceeds benefit the Gateway Playhouse and arts programs in the community.
Sunday, February 1
Atlantic City Punk Rock Flea Market
- 12-6 p.m.
Anchor Rock Club, 247 S. New York Ave.
Get ready for a full day of music, shopping and a festive atmosphere at the Punk Rock Flea Market. Shop for new and gently used records, oddities, vintage clothing, crafts, antiques, upcycled goods, original art and more. There will be plenty of drinks and snacks available for purchase. Admission is $10 at the door.
Multi-day Events
Greek Winter Feast
- Friday, Jan. 30-Sunday, Feb. 2
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 7004 Ridge Ave., Egg Harbor Township
The Holy Trinity Church Family invites you to their 18th Annual Greek Winter Feast, featuring traditional Greek dancing, authentic Greek food and homemade Greek pastries. DJ Khan will be playing popular Greek music for Saturday’s Taverna evening, along with group dance performances and church tours. The event will take place Friday, Jan. 30, from 5 to 10 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 31, from noon to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free.
Health and Wellness
Coffee Talk
- Saturdays, 11 a.m.
Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave. Suite 617, Atlantic City
During this one hour meeting, participants discuss, enhance and deepen their practice of gratitude, which is shown to reduce stress, improve mood and increase optimism. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Monday Meditation and Stretching
- Mondays, 11:30 a.m.
Mental Health Association in Atlantic County, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway
Newcomers and people with all levels of experience in meditation are welcome. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Depression and Anxiety Group
- Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.
Atlantic Community Wellness Center 1125 Atlantic Ave., Suite 617, Atlantic City
This weekly in-person support group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, self-care, wellness and recovery. Meetings are led by peers who have lived experience. No cost to participate. Offered by the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Dementia Support Group
- Wednesday, Feb. 4, 1:30 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.
Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
- 7 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9
St. Joseph Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point
NAMI of Atlantic/Cape May offers free self-help, peer led support groups for family members, caregivers and friends of individuals over the age of 18 living with a mental illness. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others challenges and successes. Family Support and Connections groups meet on the second Monday of each month. Visit www.namiacm.org for further information.
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