by Julia Train | Jun 26, 2025 | Features, Cape May County, Entertainment, Ocean City, South Jersey
Since the closure of Gillian’s Wonderland Pier in October 2024, the landmark’s future is uncertain. However, on Saturday, June 21, Ocean City 2050, a local group of citizens working to preserve Ocean City’s character, promote responsible growth and advocate for...
by Steffen Klenk | Jun 26, 2025 | Features, Cape May County, Entertainment, Ocean City, South Jersey
Before Gillian’s Wonderland Pier closed its doors last October, crowds gathered to bid farewell to the beloved animatronic characters that had entertained generations. Known by many as the Man and Dog Show, these whimsical figures serenaded guests waiting for the...
by shorelocalnews | Jun 26, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Entertainment, Margate, South Jersey, What's Happening
Beachstock 2025, “The Planet’s Biggest Beach Party,” returns to Margate on Saturday, June 28, with a full day of music, food, games, and summer fun. Admission is free, and no beach tags are required for this popular annual celebration of Margate’s seaside community....
by Sarah Fertsch | Jun 26, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Entertainment, South Jersey
Day Trippin’ As vacationers make their way to the Jersey Shore via Route 40, they pass through Richland, a quiet village in Buena Vista Township on the western side of Atlantic County. This small Pinelands community, home to just over 800 residents, may seem...
by Julia Train | Jun 26, 2025 | Features, Cape May, Cape May County, Entertainment, South Jersey
Hey, avid readers, did you know there’s an author whose books are all based in Cape May? Libby Klein — born Lisa Schwartz — was raised in Cape May and writes cozy mystery novels based on her hometown. Klein adopted “Libby Klein” as a pen name to honor her late...
by shorelocalnews | Jun 26, 2025 | Features, Cape May County, Entertainment, Ocean City, South Jersey, What's Happening
Tickets will go on sale at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 26, for a special viewing area at the Bayside Center during Ocean City’s Night in Venice celebration and for a rock concert at the Music Pier the evening prior. The Bayside Center, located at 520 Bay Ave., will host...
