Events and Happenings
Multi Day Events Fool Moon Theatre Presents: ‘Pippin’ Friday, July 18 and Saturday, July 19, 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, July 20, 2 p.m. Margate Community Church, 8900 Ventnor Ave., Margate There’s magic to do when a prince learns the true meaning of glory, love and war in...
Repairs planned for stuck Dorset Avenue Bridge; replacement unlikely
After failing in May, the Dorset Avenue Bridge, which connects Ventnor Heights to Absecon Island, has been closed to boat traffic for the summer. Currently, the bridge is stuck in the down position due to a faulty system, allowing vehicular traffic to pass but...
Hauʻoli lā hānau! Lucy the Elephant to celebrate 144th birthday with Hawaiian Luau
Hauʻoli lā hānau – that’s Hawaiian for “Happy Birthday” – and it’s just the right phrase as Lucy the Elephant gets ready to celebrate her 144th birthday with a Hawaiian luau. Any age over 100 is a milestone, and Lucy’s longevity is...
When thunder roars: Your guide to lightning safety this summer
It’s not uncommon to wake up to thunder and see flashes of lightning this time of year. Thunderstorms form more easily in summer because the hotter weather heats the ground, warming the air above it. This warm, humid air rises, cools, and turns into clouds that can...
From planks to pillars of the Shore: The history of the Atlantic City and Ocean City Boardwalks
Nothing says “summer at the shore” quite like a stroll along a boardwalk with the scent of saltwater taffy in the air, the sound of waves crashing on one side and laughter ringing out on the other. Here in South Jersey, we’re lucky enough to have not just...
