Ready for fireworks and a reunion
Like everyone else, my family and friends are getting ready to celebrate our country’s 250th – also known as the semiquincentennial – anniversary this week. Plans call for us to keep tradition going and attending a pair of fireworks displays. First up is the one on...
OC’s Senior Center hosts Summer Kick-Off
On Thursday, June 25, the Ocean City Senior Center hosted its 2nd annual “Summer Kick-Off “ celebration. Senior Center Event Coordinator Maryann McElroy and her dedicated staff organized an exciting party that local seniors thoroughly relished. A beach theme set the...
Seven books to toss in your beach bag this summer
Summer and reading go hand in hand. There’s something magical about settling into a beach chair, the sound of crashing waves in the background, and getting lost in a story. Whether you’re lounging on the sand in Ocean City, relaxing by the pool or escaping to...
A local’s guide to a perfect South Jersey summer day
Growing up in Atlantic County, just minutes from our beautiful beaches, meant unlimited beach days, ice cream dates and trips to the boardwalk with friends. It also meant that we knew all the perfect ways to take full advantage of every single summer day, making the...
Hermit crabs: Nature’s mobile homes
How to properly care for these crustacean companions While visiting the Jersey Shore, many beachgoers look to bring home a souvenir to remember the experience. Hermit crabs, commonly sold as pets along the boardwalk, are a popular option — but they require more care...
