The other Margate: our neighbors across the pond

by Cindy Fertsch | Sep 5, 2024 | Atlantic County, Margate, Sarah Fertsch

By Sarah Fertsch Our Margate sits close to Atlantic City and is known for its beaches,   beautiful homes, art scene, and of course, Lucy the Elephant. However, this quaint town was named after Margate, England, which is also a beach town. What makes this town unique...

Join the Excitement: September Basketball Leagues at the Marjorie & Lewis Katz JCC

by Cindy Fertsch | Aug 31, 2024 | Atlantic County, Margate

As summer winds down, the Marjorie & Lewis Katz Jewish Community Center (JCC) is gearing up for another exciting season of basketball with its Ciocca Atlantic City-sponsored Basketball Leagues. These leagues offer a competitive sporting experience where dedicated...

Jewish Family Service Card Party Raises $15,000 Proceeds Benefit The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore

by Cindy Fertsch | Aug 27, 2024 | Atlantic County, Events & Happenings, Margate

The 10th Annual Jewish Family Service Card Party, held at Harbor Pines Golf Club on August 22, raised $15,000 for The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore, a program that provides a variety of concierge, volunteer, professional services, and socialization activities for...

Budweiser Clydesdales make majestic appearance in Margate

by Cindy Fertsch | Aug 22, 2024 | Atlantic County, Margate, Steffen Klenk

By Steffen Klenk On a sweltering hot Thursday afternoon, thousands lined the streets along Ventnor and Atlantic avenues in Margate to catch a glimpse of the Budweiser Clydesdales, as they made a rare special appearance in the seaside town on Aug. 15. The excitement...

The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service 11 Programs to Enjoy in September

by Cindy Fertsch | Aug 20, 2024 | Atlantic County, Margate

The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore at Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) continues to showcase unique and entertaining programs in September. Jot down the dates and plan to participate in these 11 fun, interactive, and creative...

Sen. Cory Booker delivers $500,000 check for Lucy the Elephant’s interior makeover

by Cindy Fertsch | Aug 15, 2024 | Atlantic County, Margate

By Julia Train U.S. Sen. Cory Booker presented a $500,000 check in federal funding for Lucy the Elephant’s makeover on Friday, Aug. 9, in Margate. The money comes from the senator’s congressionally directed spending and will be used to renovate the historical...