48 Blocks Festival celebrates Atlantic City’s creative community
The 48 Blocks Festival brought art, music, food and community together Sept. 19 at Uptown Park and Fisherman’s Park in Atlantic City. Presented by the Atlantic City Arts Foundation, the free, all-ages festival showcased the creativity and culture found throughout the...
Italian Festival brings food, music and culture to Historic Smithville
The Italian Festival returned to Historic Smithville on Sept. 19, bringing food, music, shopping and family activities to the Galloway Township destination. Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, the festival featured more than 80 craft vendors offering handmade goods....
Art in the Park celebrates creativity and community in Somers Point
Artists and community members gathered at John F. Kennedy Park in Somers Point for the 10th annual Art in the Park, a celebration of creativity. Organized by the Somers Point Arts Commission, the festival featured an exhibit and sale showcasing paintings and...
The history of dog breeding and a look at the sporting breeds
As early as the time of the Ancient Roman Empire, humans were classifying dogs into groups, based on what their jobs were. While dogs of modern times are primarily companions, early on they were domesticated to be of service to humans. Dogs were bred to perform a...
South Jersey’s amusement parks are at a crossroads
For generations, amusement parks have been woven into the identity of South Jersey. They are where teenagers get their first summer jobs, including where my sister and I entered the job market. At sixteen years old, we donned our bow ties, watching over children under...
