Multi-Day Events
Community Canvas Living Mural Project
Now – Sunday from 11am-4pm
Hayday Coffee 155 S. New York Ave. Atlantic City
Join local artists Heather Deegan Hires and Christian Correa and become part of a living mural at Hayday Coffee’s Community Canvas. Participants will be able to watch the mural being created live and get involved with the creation themselves. Part of North2Shore and the Atlantic City Arts Foundation.
Black Excellence: Art by Melvin Lee Smith
Now – Sunday from 11am-6pm
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Self-taught artist Melvin Lee returns to the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey (AAHMSNJ) with a new exhibit. This exhibit lets us revisit significant moments in African American history and culture through the eyes of the artist. Smith’s first solo exhibit presents a group of new paintings with a selection from his older work. Free admission.
Skate AC Art Show
Thursday, June 9th & Friday, June 10th from 6-9pm
Union Hall Arts 2806 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City
Join Union Hall Arts for a two-night art show highlighting art to promote the joy, fun, and benefits of skateboarding as part of North2Shore.
Somers Point Dance Society
Tuesdays from 7:30-10pm
Somers Point Fire Co. #1 447 Bethel Rd.
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.
Thursday, June 8th
Samples N Needles Beach Party
5-10pm
The Yard at Bally’s 1900 Pacific Ave. Atlantic City
Samples N Needles hosts its first sunset party at Bally’s. You can enjoy an industry mixer with elite professionals overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The event will consist of 4 DJs travelling through genres such as House, Techno, Afrobeat, and Top 40. Saint Luke & the Saint Luke Orchestra will be performing with special guest Musician Venzella Joy. Tickets available at northtoshore.com.
Somers Point Poetry Society
6pm
A Poetry Club 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.
North To Shore: Comedy and Open Mic Night w/ Michelle Tomko
7pm
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City
Get laughing and share a song at Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall’s Open Mic. Free admission.
North To Shore Opening Night Dance Party feat. Joe McGinty & The Loser’s Lounge
8pm
Anchor Rock Club 247 S. New York Ave. Atlantic City
Bust out your best move at the N2S opening dance party.Celebrate the night on the dance floor as Joe McGinty & The Loser’s Lounge perform a wide range of favorites and classics sure to satisfy music lovers of all stripes.
Friday, June 9th
Whole Health Pavilion
10am-6pm
Stockton University, Atlantic City Campus
Join the Whole Health Pavilion at Stockton University’s Atlantic City Campus for a free community health event open to the public. The Pavilion will showcase New Jersey as a healthcare and life sciences center of excellence, with exciting interactive exhibits and expert panels that speak to the latest health, wellness, and biotech developments. More information is available at northtoshore.com.
Smithville Car Cruise
5-8pm
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
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.
Stockton Dance Company: Between the Lines
6pm
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Between the Lines brings a mixed bill of dance works from the most promising choreographers in the Stockton University dance community. This contemporary dance performance will highlight unpredictable and thought provoking works from faculty, students, and alumni during Atlantic City’s North to Shore Festival. Free admission. Discounted parking will be available in the WAVE Garage.
Montclair Film Beach Screening: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
8:30pm
Chicken Bone Beach at Playground Pier 1 Oceanic Terrace, Atlantic City
Grab a seat on the sand for a free sunset screening of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, produced and presented by Montclair Film.
Saturday, June 10th
DRCF Paddle for a Cause
8am
Ski Beach, Ventnor
Paddle for a Cause features more than 100 stand-up and prone paddleboarders, in addition to competitors in other type of watercraft including outrigger canoes, surf-skis, kayaks and rowboats, embarking on an over-20-mile journey designed to test competitors mentally and physically similar to someone battling cancer. This all-day event is comprised of live music, a beer garden, vendors, and is open to the public. Hosted by the Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation. Learn more at thedrcf.org.
OC Pride Fest
9am-1pm
Carey Stadium, Ocean City
We Belong Cape May County is hosting its inaugural Pride Fest this Saturday on the OCHS Practice Field. The festivities will begin with a Boardwalk Pride Walk at 9am, followed by family fun, music, yoga, and resources at 10am. More information is available on Instagram @webelong.cmc.
Skate AC: Bash at Back Sov
12-8pm
3301 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Skate AC will host its Bash at Back Sov this Saturday. Contests will be held for cash and prizes. Plus, enjoy live music, food trucks, artists and vendors, and free skate throughout the day. For more information, visit www.skateac.org.
HSOC Beer & Beer
5pm
Surf Dog Bar and Grill 1563 DeHirsch Ave. Woodbine
Join the Humane Society of Ocean City and party with your friends and family at Surf Dog this Saturday. Enjoy an evening of food, fun, music, and prizes in support of shelter animals. Tickets are available at the HSOC shelter during regular business hours. $30 donation. Call 609-398-9500 x 1 for more details.
North To Shore: Anthony Krizan, formerly of Spin Doctors
5-8pm
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City
Anthony Krizan goes solo with soulful, swampy rock & roll. Free admission.
Light & Sound Healing Experience
6-8pm
Absecon Lighthouse 31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City
Enjoy an evening of education, moments of discovering, peace and relaxation on the beautiful Lighthouse grounds; pack a picnic, bring a blanket and stay a while. $20 donation to help keep the light shining. Rain date: Sunday, June 11. For more information, visit abseconlighthouse.org.
North to Shore: Low Cut Connie
7pm
Anchor Rock Club 247 S. New York Ave. Atlantic City
When Low Cut Connie hit the stage, you know you’re in for an epic pop-rock performance you won’t forget. Tickets are available at www.anchorrockclub.com.
Hello Summer Bonfire
7:30pm
26th Street Beach, Brigantine
Join the Brigantine Chamber of Commerce for the highly anticipated Bonfire on the Beach. Bring your beach chairs and blankets as we light up the night with a mesmerizing bonfire. Enjoy delicious s’mores, engaging conversations, and live entertainment that will create lasting memories.
Spoken Word, Hosted by Krystle J. Bailey
7:30pm
Union Hall Arts 2806 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City
Shore Local’s Krystle J. Bailey is an author, writer, content creator, and poet. Her passion for the written word has served as a vehicle that has taken her on many journeys. Krystle aims to connect to the heart of the story beneath the story. Join Krystle Bailey at Union Hall Arts this Saturday for an evening of spoken word poetry as part of the North2Shore Festival. Free admission.
North to Shore: Colbie Caillat + Gavin DeGraw
8pm
Boardwalk Hall – Adrian Philips Theater 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Catch two multi-platinum indie singer/songwriters on one bill as Gavin DeGraw and Colbie Caillat team up for North2Shore. Tickets available via the Boardwalk Hall Box Office and Ticketmaster.
North to Shore: Remember Jones: Bat Out of Hell Live
8pm
Resorts Superstar Theater 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Experience wild theatricality and larger-than-life emotion as Remember Jones presents Bat Out of Hell Live, a revival of Meat Loaf’s Bat Out of Hell album in its entirety and more with a 15-piece band. Tickets available at northtoshore.com.
Montclair Film Beach Screening: Top Gun: Maverick
8:30pm
Chicken Bone Beach at Playground Pier 1 Oceanic Terrace, Atlantic City
The need for speed returns. Join Montclair Film on the sand for a Free Screening of Top Gun: Maverick.
Sunday, June 11th
Golf & Jazz with Eric Alexander and Friends
12-3pm
North Beach Mini Golf 120 Euclid Ave. Atlantic City
Play a round of Mini Golf while listening to the smooth sounds of jazz music from Eric Alexander and Friends. This interactive event will be fun for all ages. Free admission with round of Mini Golf.
North to Shore: Yo Eleven: One Woman, Many Voices
1-3pm
Superstar Theater at Resorts Casino Hotel 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Yo Eleven – One Woman, Many Voices tells the story of Atlantic City from the hearts and eyes of its residents. Michelle Tomko shines in this one-woman show that highlights all the good, the bad, the ugly, the beautiful, the sad, and the funny of life in Atlantic City. Tickets available at northtoshore.com.
North to Shore: Weir-Wolves
6-9pm
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City
Head on down to the Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall for the Bob Weir tribute band, Weir-Wolves.
Tuesday, June 13th
Village Film Society
10:30am
Join Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for a discussion about the motion picture, A Man Called Otto, starring Tom Hanks. The movie showcases the story of a curmudgeon who, following his wife’s death, no longer sees purpose in life until a lively young family movies in next door. The film can be viewed on Netflix.. RSVP by June 8th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Wednesday, June 14th
Philly Take Over at Ventnor Square Theatre
8:30pm
5211 Ventnor Ave.
SoulJoel’s presents The Philly Takeover, featuring the best comedians from Philadelphia, hosted by Ryan Shaner. Purchase tickets online at squaretheatres.com/ventnor.
Thursday, June 15th
Memoir Workshop: Hybrid
10:30am
Katz JCC Boardroom 501 N. Jerome Ave. Margate
Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history, and ancestry at the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Director of Certificate Program In Writing and Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. Learn about publishing your work. You need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. Attend in person or via Zoom. RSVP by June 8th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Tuesday, June 20th
Comfort Cooking: Light & Delicious
10:30am
Join Bernadette Getzler, healthy eating and gardening guru, as she takes you on a food journey using farm fresh ingredients. You’ll learn to cook summer specialty recipes in new and creative ways by taking existing ingredients and substituting healthier options. RSVP by June 14th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Upcoming Bus Trips
Phillies vs. Braves
Thursday, June 22nd
Game time is at 1:05pm. $90 per person includes bus, 300 level ticket, a $12 voucher good for anything in the stadium, assorted beverages, and driver gratuity. Pick up locations in Brigantine and Absecon. Contact John Walters at (609) 703-5418 for more details.
Health and Wellness
Meetings for Family Members of Individuals Affected by Mental Illness and/or Substance Use Disorder
Thursday, June 8th at 10:30am
This is a workshop style meeting among peers with a new topic each month. Meetings include a presentation segment and an open discussion component. Daytime meetings are 10:30am on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month; evening meetings are the third Thursday at 7pm. Offered by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County through the Intensive Family Support Services program. Call 609-517-8614 for information on how to participate.
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
Monday, June 12th 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.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, June 21st at 1:30pm
6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing
Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1:30-3pm. 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. To register and receive links by email, call 609-652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.
Senior Aging Experts
Information Senior Presentations Available. Panel of experienced professionals that cover many aspects of aging. This is not a sales presentation. Please call to arrange. For more information, contact Diane Conover at 609-402-6966.
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