Multi-day Events
Smithville Mayfest
- 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 16, and Sunday, May 17
Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road
Over 150 crafters and businesses will line the grounds of Historic Smithville and the Village Greene for a full weekend of shopping and festivities. Indulge in an international food court with delicious and seasonal favorites, along with live music, kids activities and appearances by local nonprofits. Free shuttles will run from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Smithville Square. Visit www.historicsmithville.com for more information.
Thursday, May 7
Growing Up in Pleasantville
- 7 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.
Take a trip back to the 1960s presented by David W. Betterton. Follow his journey into the history of growing up in Pleasantville. Even if you didn’t grow up in the city but came of age in the 60s, you will be able to relate to Betterton’s stories and the crazy antics you may have done. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free for Greater Egg Harbor Township Historical Society members; non-members are $2 per person.
Friday, May 8
SCOSA Festival
- 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Stockton University Campus Center, 101 Vera King Ferris Drive, Galloway
Join the Stockton Center on Successful Aging (SCOSA) for its annual festival. Attendees will enjoy workshops, lectures, performances, displays, exhibits, lunch and more. Learn about service organizations. This event is free to attend.
Smithville Car Cruise
- 5-8 p.m.
Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road
Cruise over to Smithville and hang out with fellow car enthusiasts. Drive to the side parking lot of the Village Greene near the red-covered bridge and look for the orange cones set up. Move a cone and park your ride. Visit www.historicsmithville.com for more information.
Saturday, May 9
Hamilton Township Resource Fair and Carnival
- 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
George Hess Educational Complex, 700 Babcock Road, Mays Landing
The Hamilton Township Education Association invites the public to their annual Resource Fair and Carnival this Saturday. Fun for the whole family. Festivities will include music, carnival games, inflatables, a petting zoo, raffles and more. The event will include more than 50 resource tables, including recreation programs, child care resources, health and wellness, student support services, mental health service and more.
Mother’s Day Weekend Food
Truck and Craft Festival
- 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.
EHT Recreation invites you to celebrate the moms in your life with a day of delicious local food, handcrafted artisan foods and a fun family environment. Whether you’re grabbing mom the perfect last-minute gift or spending the day with your favorite lady, this event is sure to have something for everyone.
Oakfest
- 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Oakcrest High School, 1824 Dennis Foreman Drive, Mays Landing
Join the community for a day of fun and sustainability for the whole family. Oakcrest High School and the Hamilton SustainabiliTEAM will host their annual Oakcrest Earth Celebration. This event will offer something for the whole family, with games, food, music, learning and local vendors. Enjoy interactive and educational family fun, green initiatives and free workshops.
Ocean City Schools Arts Showcase
- 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
The Ocean City School District will showcase the exceptional talents of the community’s young artists this Saturday. The event will feature a mix of eclectic and creative works along with live performances. Admission is free.
Ventnor City Block Party
- 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ventnor Avenue, from Troy to Portland avenues
Enjoy Mother’s Day Weekend with your family at the Ventnor Spring Block Party. The event will feature something for everyone, including dozens of crafters, food trucks, a kids zone with inflatables and games, live music, a beer garden and more.
EHC Spring Environmental Series
- 10 a.m.
Egg Harbor City Hall, 500 London Ave.
Join Sustainable Egg Harbor City for a special environmental presentation this Saturday. Learn about Tomato Basics with Belinda Chester. Visit www.sustainableehc.org for more information.
Tai Chi at the Library
- 10 a.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Join the Longport Library every Saturday for a morning of Tai Chi. Bring your own mat and wear loose, comfortable clothing. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Spring Cruisin’ the Boards Car Show
- 12-5 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk from Sixth to 14th streets
This car show will feature a variety of cars, from 1990 and newer, on display along the Boardwalk. The cars will parade onto the Boardwalk starting at 11:45 a.m. with a trophy presentation being held at the Music Pier at 4 p.m. For more information, visit www.cruisintheboards.com or email blinkerfluidproductions@gmail.com.
Sunday, May 10
Creative Sax Quartet
- 2 p.m.
Ocean City Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a live concert at the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall, inside the library at the Ocean City Community Center, featuring the Creative Sax Quartet with rhythm section and jazz artists. The performance will feature vocals by local pop singer Camille K. Admission is free. The concert is first come first served.
Monday, May 11
Musical Connections
- 1 p.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Atlantic Ave., Margate
Feel the stress of the day peel away as JFS Village shares familiar tunes from various genres, including Broadway, classical, contemporary and jazz and instruments with friends and neighbors. Whether you are a caregiver, cared for or a community member, we look forward to welcoming you. RSVP by May 8 by emailing tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.
Canasta for Experienced Players
- 2 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
If you are an experienced Canasta player, join the Longport Library every Monday and play a round with friends and neighbors. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Tom Angello’s All Star Jazz Series
7 p.m.
Gregory’s, 900 Shore Road, Somers Point
The South Jersey Jazz Society welcomes The A to Z Band, re-imaging the music of Al Cohn and Zoot Sims. The show will feature Lem Pierro and Mary Lou Newman on saxophone, Jim Ridl on piano, Kevin MacConnell on bass and Dan Monaghan on drums. Admission is $20 and is first come first served.
Tuesday, May 12
Senior Dance Society
- 7-9:30 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road
Join in the fun and enjoy an evening of dancing with live music duos every Tuesday. Activities include social dancing, line dancing, dance mixers and more. For more information, contact Sharon at kookiecar@yahoo.com.
Thursday, May 14
SNJ Jewish Hall of Fame
- 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Atlantic Ave., Margate
From Sam Azeez to Sam Greenberg, celebrate Jewish individuals who shaped South Jersey’s civic, cultural and community life through stories and photography. RSVP by May 12 by emailing tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.
Absecon Galloway Rotary Club Meetings
- 6 p.m.
Rifici, 308 West Absecon Blvd.
The Absecon Galloway Rotary Club invites you to be their guest at their upcoming meeting held on the second Thursday of each month at Rifici, and the fourth Thursday of every month at Gourmet Italian Restaurant. Networking starts at 5:30 p.m. Learn more about Rotary, how they serve our 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.
Cape-Atlantic Marine Corps League Meeting
- 7 p.m.
Marine Corps Bunker, 731 E. Greek Creek Road, Galloway
The Cape Atlantic USMC League will host their monthly meeting in Galloway. For more information, please call 609-517-6466 or email camcl194@gmail.com.
Friday, May 15
Memoir Workshops
- 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
Experience the thrill of capturing life’s adventures, history and ancestry with JFS Village and learn about publishing your work. This program will be held via Zoom. RSVP by May 13 by emailing tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.
Saturday, May 16
Somers Point Farmers Market
- 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Somers Mansion, 1000 Shore Road, Somers Point
The Somers Point Farmers Market returns for the 2026 season. Dozens of local food vendors, crafters and hometown businesses will set up on the grounds of historic and beautiful Somers Mansion each week. Markets will be open on Saturdays through Sept. 12.
Sunday, May 17
Chica De Mayo
- 10 a.m.
Ocean City Skate Park, Fifth Street and Asbury Avenue
Join the fun for an all-girls Chica De Mayo skate park party. The fun starts at 10 a.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 609-525-9304.
Monday, May 18
Revolutionary War: Battle of
Chestnut Neck on the Mullica River
- 6:30 p.m.
Atlantic County Historical Society, 907 Shore Road, Somers Point
Join the Atlantic County Historical Society for a presentation on the Battle of Chestnut Neck presented by historian Norm Goos. The event is free to attend. Light refreshments will be available. Free parking on the rear side of the building.
Wednesday, May 20
Lunch Around Town with JFS Village
- 12-1:30 p.m.
Hannah G’s, 7310 Ventnor Avenue, Ventnor
Enjoy a leisurely lunch while supporting a local restaurant. This month, JFS Village will dine at Hannah G’s in Ventnor. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually. Cash only. RSVP by May 8 by emailing tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.
Health and Wellness
Coffee Talk
- 11 a.m. Saturdays
Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave. Suite 617, Atlantic City
The Atlantic County Wellness Center hosts a weekly gratitude-themed group. 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
- 11:30 a.m. Mondays
Mental Health Association in Atlantic County, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway
The Atlantic County Wellness Center provides a weekly meditation, follow-up discussion and light stretch on Mondays. 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
- 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays
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.
‘United in Green’ Month
The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County is partnering with businesses, municipalities, law enforcement, libraries, schools, organizations and churches to raise awareness about mental health during the month of May, which is Mental Health Awareness Month. Those who are interested in being part of “United in Green” are encouraged to reach out to Karen Williams at kwilliams@mhanj.org or call 609-652-3800 ext. 0311.
Dementia Support Group
- 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 6
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, May 11
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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