Wonderland’s Ferris wheel lit up once again
For nearly 10 months, the 144-foot-tall Ferris wheel at the former Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, once visible from the Ninth Street Bridge, has stood dark and lifeless. But not anymore. On Monday, July 28, Bill Merritt, and another member of the civic group Ocean City...
Seven spots to watch the sunrise in South Jersey
There’s no better way to start your day than with salty air, watching as pink skies brighten the world. Something about a South Jersey sunrise hits differently. Maybe it’s the gentle hush of waves meeting the shore or the glowing colors that stretch across the sky as...
Catch the wave of creativity: Art of Surfing rides over to the Music Pier
For the 24th year in a row, art and surfing collide in a must-see event on the Ocean City Boardwalk. The Art of Surfing is a vibrant celebration of surf culture in South Jersey, brought to life through original art, live music and the craftsmanship of...
Night in Venice celebrates champions
It was a party like no other on Saturday night as Ocean City marked its 70th annual Night in Venice boat parade. Thousands found prime viewing spots along the bayside, some adorning their favorite team’s jersey, for this year’s theme commemorating “70 Years of...
Summer French wines from Sancerre and Muscadet
Drink Up! Last week, I discussed wines from the Touraine-Amboise, Chinon and Vouvray appellations of the mid-Loire Valley wine region, also known as the “Garden of France.” This week, I’d like to introduce you to the Sancerre, Pouilly-Fume and Muscadet wine regions of...
