Friday, May 5th
Martin Z. Mollusk Day
11am
9th Street Beach, Ocean City
Ocean City invites the community to come and find out if summer is coming early. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Saturday, May 6th
Roadside Barrier Installation Day
8am-12pm
Margate Causeway
The Margate Terrapin Rescue Project will be installing roadside barriers along the causeway ahead of terrapin nesting season. The organization is seeking volunteers to help dig trenches, move barriers, fasten them together, install fencing along the guardrails, and get nearly 2 miles of vulnerable terrapin crossing areas protected. Kids 8 years and older are welcome to help clean-up the roadside and marshes. For additional information or to sign-up, go to http://margateterrapinrescue.org.
Ocean City Spring Block Party
9am-5pm
Asbury Avenue from 5th-14th Streets
Ocean City hosts its annual Spring Block Party. Over 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more. For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ or visit oceancityvacation.com.
C.R.O.P.S. Markets Linwood
Saturdays from 9am-12pm
Central Square Linwood 199 New Rd.
C.R.O.P.S. Linwood Farmers Market is open for Spring 2023 at Central Square Linwood. This week, enjoy live music by Don the Medicine Man, a kid’s activity with Garden State Academy, Face Painting with Chelsea, and Make Your Own Bracelet with TheLizTran Creations. The Market is open Saturdays through May 20th. Visit cropsnj.org for more details.
Margate Citywide Yard Sale
9am
Get ready for a day of bargain hunting and treasure seeking at the Margate City Wide Yard Sale. This popular event is back and better than ever, with dozens of households participating throughout the city. For more information, visit www.margate-nj.com or call 609-822-5038. Rain date: May 7.
Galloway Art Festival
10am
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
The Galloway Arts Festival will feature music, dance and visual arts over the course of the day throughout the Smithville Village. Guests will be able to follow a master schedule of performances, led by the Absegami Performing Arts, and enjoy some interactive activities as well. For more information, visit www.historicsmithville.com.
Public Archeology Dig at Somers Mansion
10am
1000 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Members of the public are invited to participate in archeological dig as part of Public Archeology Day. On March 4th, Archeologists led by Professor Richard Veit of Monmouth University came to Somers Mansion to begin the process of evaluating the site for a dig coordinated by the Patriots for the Somers Mansion and historian Dr. Levi Fox. After digging numerous test pits, the team located a couple of hopeful spots for further excavations. For more information, go to visitsomerspoint.com.
Ventnor City Block Party
10am-5pm
Ventnor Avenue from Troy to Portland Ave.
Join the city of Ventnor for their annual Block Party. This event features live music, delicious food, unique crafts and kid’s activities in a safe outdoor environment. There will also be two beer gardens and RC Truck racing. Come say hi to the volunteer parents of the Ventnor Home & School Association who will supervise the kids’ activities section this year. Plus, the Kilted Rogues will be walking through the crowd with bag pipes. For more information, please visit www.ventnorcity.org/special-events.
Print Day in May
12-4pm
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
The Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University will participate in the worldwide printmaking event, “Print Day in May,” this Saturday. All are welcome to experiment and experience printmaking and walk away with a print of their own. Faculty from the Stockton University will be present for workshops and demonstrations, as well as other local artists. For more information, visit artsgarageac.com.
Derby Day
3pm
Studio Space 112 Woodland Ave. Somers Point
Derby Day is coming to studio;space. Written and directed by Bill Sterritt, rivalry and romance compete in the Run for the Roses as this rom com is set against the backdrop of the Kentucky Derby. Presented by the SPQR Stage Company. Admission is $20 with live stream available. For more information, visit studiospacenj.com.
The Shaken Not Stirred Players’ Devorah Jenkins Presents: I Believe in Love
7pm
Gateway Playhouse 738 Bay Ave. Somers Point
The Shaken Not Stirred Players’ Deborah Jenkins brings you a night of music and laughter as she shares her love’s lessons learned in “I Believe in Love” – a solo show directed by Broadway’s Kelly Briggs with musical direction by the award winning John McMahon. Tickets are available for $30. Visit gatewaybythebay.org for tickets and information.
Pats Place 4 Comedy
8pm
Studio Space 112 Woodland Ave. Somers Point
Pats Place 4 Comedy is hosting a live comedy show in Somers Point this Saturday. The lineup includes Randi Lupo, Tania Lewis, Scott Friedman, and Michelle Tomko. Tickets are $20 at the door and $15 via Eventbrite. For more information, visit patsplace4comedy.com.
Sunday, May 7th
Funny Farm Spring Festival
9am-4pm
6708 Railroad Blvd. Mays Landing
Funny Farm Rescue hosts its Spring Festival this weekend. This is one of their largest event’s of the year, with hayrides, face painting, music, dancing, vendors, food, and more. Plus, meet the furry and feathery friends of Funny Farm. All donations go to feed and vet care of the 600+ animals in need. For more information, visit funnyfarmrescue.org.
Chica de Mayo Skate Event
10am-1pm
Ocean City Skatepark 550 Asbury Ave.
Calling all women skaters. The 8th Annual Skate Chica de Mayo all girls skate event will be held this Sunday. Come out to help celebrate women’s skateboarding and female empowerment. Beginners encouraged. There will be fun contests, giveaways, music, and lots of fun. If you have never skated but want to learn, now is your chance to give it a try in a safe and non-judgmental environment. Already shredding? There will be a fun contest with some super cool prizes from amazing sponsors.
Monday, May 8th
Casiello Free Basketball Clinic for Somers Point Students
2:30-4pm
Jordan Road School 129 Jordan Rd.
Casiello Basketball is holding a Free clinic for all students 4th – 8th Grade at Jordan Road at 2:30pm on Mondays. For questions, please email casiellobball@gmail.com. You must register in order attend online at https://sptsd.jotform.com/230795245649972.
The History of Linwood and its Schools
6:30pm
Atlantic County Historical Society 907 Shore Rd. Somers Point
The Atlantic City Historical Society will show a video on “The History of Linwood and its Schools” created by Carolyn Patterson. Hosted by Judy Branin of the Linwood Historical Society. Free admission and refreshments.
Tuesday, May 9th
Village Film Society
10:30am
Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a discussion about the motion picture, His Girl Friday, starring Cary Grant and Rosalind Russell. The movie portrays a fast talking reporter getting ready to marry her new beau as her crafty former spose schemes to ruin her nuptials in this classic Hollywood comedy. The film can be viewed free on tubitv.com. RSVP by May 7th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Upper Twp. Historical Society Program on Native American Folkways
6:30pm
Upper Township Wellness/Senior Center 1369 Stagecoach Rd. Ocean View
The Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township will feature a program about Native American Folkways. John Ryan, Operating Officer of Historic Cold Spring Village, will speak about the customs, traditions, and origin stories of the Lenapi as the original residents of Cape May County. Please RSVP at UpperTwpHistory.eventbrite.com. For additional information, please email uppertwphistory@yahoo.com.
Thursday, May 11th
Somers Point Poetry Society
6pm
Something new has arrived in Somers Point, a Poetry Club. It will be held monthly on the second Thursday. Contact Erin at haikuclubnj@yahoo.com to register. This is not just for poetry writers, but for anyone interested in poetry. It is also open to the surrounding communities of Somers Point.
Friday, May 12th
Smithville Car Cruise
5-8pm
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
A car cruise at Historic Smithville is simply a great place to hang out with fellow car enthusiasts. Car cruises are held on the second and fourth Friday from May through September. Just drive to the side parking lot of the Village Greene and near the red covered bridge; you will see orange cones set up. Move a cone and park your car. For more information, visit www.historicsmithville.com.
Atlantic Christian School Legacy Gala
6:30pm
Ocean City Tabernacle 550 Wesley Ave. Ocean City
Atlantic Christian School is hosting its Legacy Gala. Enjoy an evening with Comedian Jeff Allen, featured on America’s Got Talent, Pureflix, Dry Bar Comedy and Apostles of Comedy. General Admission starts at $55, with discounted admission for groups of 10+. The VIP Experience is $150 and includes meet and greet and photo with Jeff Allen. Plus, enjoy an appetizer reception and silent auction. For more information, call (609) 653-1199 ext. 302 or visit www.acseht.org/legacygala.
Multi-Day Events
Ocean City Boardwalk & Downtown Merchant Table Sales
Saturday, May 5th & Sunday, May 6th
Asbury Avenue and Boardwalk
Ocean City shops on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue will be offering great deals and sales this weekend. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Somers Point Dance Society
Tuesdays from 7:30-10pm
Somers Point Fire Co. #1 447 Bethel Rd.
Ready to go dancing again? Come out to Somers Point Fire Co. #1 every Tuesday for social dancing, line dances, dance mixers, and more. Light snacks included in admission. $10 live musical duo each week. Call Rita Voli at 609-408-3619 for information. See you on the dance floor.
Upcoming Bus Trips
Trip to Longwood Gardens
Wednesday, May 24th
The Offshore Gardens Club is hosting a bus trip to Longwood Gardens. The bus will leave at 7:30am from Our Lady of Sorrow’s Church, Wabash and Poplar Ave. in Linwood, and returns at 6pm. $75.00 includes bus, gratuity, admission, and a Guided tour of Longwood Gardens. Reservations by Tuesday, May 10th. Notify Linda Sikking at LCSikking@gmail.com or call 856-692-4465.
Health and Wellness
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
Monday, May 8th at 7pm
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 606 Shore Rd. Somers Point
NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults with a mental health condition. Family Support Group is a support group for adult friends and family members of people with mental health conditions. For more information and to register, please visit www.namiacm.org, or call 609-741-5125. NAMI ACM is a non-profit 501C(3) corporation.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, May 17th at 2pm
Earth Angels for Dementia 115 Route 50, Mays Landing
Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
Mental Health Support and Discussion Groups
Online groups are offered daily for a variety of topics, including women, men, LGBTQIA+, individuals aged 18-30. Boomers, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, and many others. Groups are also provided to individuals with a family member who lives with a mental health challenge. To receive a full list and to register, call 609-652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.
Recovery Groups
More than a dozen groups for individuals living with substance use disorder are offered online. Topics range from mental health/wellness to employment, faith, and more. Groups are provided 7 days a week. Interested participants can register for groups through unitedbywellness@mhanj.org or by calling the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County at 609-652-3800.
Wellness Groups
A wide variety of online groups are offered to enhance wellness and introduce interested participants to ways they can improve their day-to-day mental health. These daily groups include meditation, art, music, journaling, eating healthy, exercise, spirituality, adult coloring, gratitude, and more. To register and receive links by email, call 609-652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.
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