Friday, June 30
Pleasantville Art Music & Wellness Day
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
City Hall 18 N. First St.
Join the City of Pleasantville for an afternoon of art, music, and wellness. Shore Local’s Raymond Tyler will be spinning the tunes all afternoon, along with live music by Tony Day and Across the Globe. Enjoy murals in the art district, food trucks, crafts, activities and outdoor games for the kids. This is a free event and open to the entire community. More information is available at www.pleasantville-nj.org.
North Beach Fireworks Celebration
9:30 p.m.
Atlantic City Beach
North Beach Atlantic City will host its 3rd annual summer kick-off premiere ocean-front firework spectacular this Friday. This event is free and open to the public featuring several viewing locations throughout the boardwalk, including Steel Pier, Resorts Casino Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Showboat, and Ocean Casino Resort. Visit atlanticcitynorthbeach.com for more information.
Saturday, July 1
Ventnor Ocean Breeze Art & Fine Craft Show
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Ventnor Cultural Art Center 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Come out and support local artists with original, handmade work. Artists will have paintings, photography, poetry, fabrics and clothing, jewelry, mosaics, and more.
Weymouth Township & Estell Manor Fireworks
7 p.m.
45 South Jersey Ave. Dorothy
Music starts at 7 p.m. Fireworks at dusk. Snack concessions will be available.
Tropicana Atlantic City Fireworks
10 p.m.
Beachfront 2831 Boardwalk
Tropicana Atlantic City lights up the sky every Saturday through September 2, including Fourth of July. Fireworks are launched from the beachfront and can be viewed along the boardwalk.
Monday, July 3
Beach Exercise: Yoga
8 a.m.
6 Street Beach, Ocean City
Yoga on 6 Street Beach Volleyball Courts. Free. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call (609) 398 – 6900.
EHT Monday Morning Madness
11 a.m.
Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park
Shows will begin at 11 a.m. This week, enjoy the magic of Bill Kerwood. Visit EHT Parks & Recreation on Facebook for updates.
Ventnor Independence Celebration
6 – 10 p.m.
Newport Avenue Beach
The event begins at 5 p.m. with crafters and food vendors, 6 p.m. registration for the Ventnor Mile and live music, 7 p.m. race start and concert, and a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. to cap off a wonderful night.
Ocean City Pops Free Outdoor Concert
7:30 p.m.
Carey Stadium
The Ocean City Pops will perform a free outdoor concert at 7:30 p.m. July 3 at Carey Stadium. This legendary orchestra will perform patriotic classics and audience favorites in honor of our nation’s birthday. Bring a beach chair or blanket to sit on the field, and there will be seating available in the bleachers.
Tuesday, July 4
Ocean City Beach Walks
Tuesdays at 9 a.m. & Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
59 St. & Central Ave. at the Entrance to Corson’s Inlet
For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Funtastic Tuesdays
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City
Enjoy strolling entertainment, face painters, and balloon sculptors while strolling Asbury Avenue. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
The American Mile
6:30 p.m.
Atlantic Ave. from 11th – 29th and Pelham, Longport
The Longport Fire Department will host their annual American Mile 1 Mile Run this Fourth of July. Registration is open online until Midnight on Sunday. Race Day Registration will be at the Longport Fire House at 2305 Atlantic Ave. from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. For more information, or to sign up, visit longportnj.gov.
Mummers Night
7 – 9 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk
The Mummers strut up and down the Ocean City Boardwalk between 6th – 14th Streets. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Ocean City Pops Free Outdoor Concert
7:30 p.m.
Carey Stadium
The Ocean City Pops will perform a free outdoor concert at 7:30 p.m. July 4 at Carey Stadium. This legendary orchestra will perform patriotic classics and audience favorites in honor of our nation’s birthday. Bring a beach chair or blanket to sit on the field, and there will be seating available in the beaches.
Wednesday, July 5
Beach Exercise: Pilates
8 a.m.
6 Street Beach, Ocean City
Pilates on 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts. Free. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call (609) 398 – 6900.
Ocean City Farmers Market
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds Asbury Avenue from 5th – 6th Streets
The Ocean City Farmers Market is back. See dozens of vendors, and crafters in the street at 6th & Asbury Ave. For more information, call 1 – 800 – BEACH – NJ or visit oceancityvacation.com.
Wacky Wednesday in Ocean City: Pie Eating Contest
10:30 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
Celebrate America with a good old – fashion apple and cherry pie eating contest. No hands allowed. Open to all ages. Limited to 150 participants. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Wacky Wednesdays at Absecon Lighthouse
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Absecon Lighthouse 31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City
Join Absecon Lighthouse for a day of crafts, activities, movies and coloring. Included with regular admission; themes change weekly. For more information, visit abseconlighthouse.org.
Thursday, July 6
Sand Sculpting Contest
9 a.m.
6th Street Beach, Ocean City
Open to kids, teens, adults, and families. Registration is free and begins at 9 a.m. at 6th Street Beach. Judging takes place by 11 a.m.. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Market Days
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City
Enjoy strolling entertainment, face painters, and balloon sculptors while strolling Asbury Avenue. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Thrilling Thursdays Sunset Cinema
6:30 p.m.
On the Beach Between Granville and Huntington Ave. Margate
Join Margate for movies on the beach between the bulkhead and dunes. Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for a prescreening free fun activity. Movies begin at 7:30 p.m. Rain dates are Fridays. This week, enjoy a screening of Minions: The Rise of Gru, along with Duck – A – Palooza games by the Margate Business Association, and giveaways from Margate Dairy Bar & Burger. Check out the complete schedule at margatehasmore.com.
Family Nights
7 – 9 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk
Enjoy live entertainment on the boardwalk between 6th – 14th Street. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Friday, July 7
Beach Exercise: Low Impact
8 a.m.
6th Street Beach, Ocean City
Low Impact Exercise on 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts. Free. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call (609) 398 – 6900.
Saturday, July 8
43 Annual T. John Carey Master’s Swim
10 a.m.
34th Street Beach, Ocean City
Registration opens at 8 a.m. The race starts at 10 a.m. at the beach patrol station at 34th Street and the beach. Registration is $25 until July 7 or $35 on race day. Sign up at www.raceforum.com/johncarey.
Sunday, July 9
CSCNJ Dragon Boat Festival 2023
9 a.m.
The Festival will be a day of Dragon Boat races, a flower ceremony for loved ones touched by cancer, live entertainment, fantastic local food, vendors, and fun for the whole family. The Dragon Boat Festival benefits Cancer Support Community New Jersey at Gilda’s Club’s free programs for men, women, teens, and children impacted by cancer. For more information, visit cscnj.org/dragon – boat – festival or call Jessica at (609) 926 – 2699.
Monday, July 10
Jersey Gumbo Cook-Off Music Festival
3 – 11 p.m.
Somers Point celebrates Mardi Gras in July with the inaugural Jersey Gumbo Cook-Off. Enjoy free live music from James Andrews, aka Satchmo of the Ghetto, from HBO’s Treme and the Trombone Shorty Family. Plus, live music from Joe Krown, world renowned New Orleans pianist tribute, Billy Walton & the BMW’s, The Tony Mart Allstars, and The Ocean Avenue Stompers. The Gumbo Cook Off will present many of South Jersey’s best chefs, including Chef Robert Levenson of Resorts, Chef David Goldstein, Gregory’s, PJ Buckets, and Chef Niko Karamanis. The Gumbo Tasting will take place from 3 – 6 p.m. with Judging at 7 p.m.
Ongoing Events
Open Mic at Ventnor Coffee
Thursdays, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
108 N. Dorset Ave. Ventnor
Ventnor Coffee hosts Open Mic every Thursday. Come early to sign up. Bring your songs, poetry, and jokes. Singer songwriter Pete Glaze will perform from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Somers Point Dance Society
Tuesdays, 7:30 – 10:30 p.m.
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.
Upcoming Bus Trips
Phillies vs. Angels
Wednesday, August 30
See the Phillies as they play against Mike Trout and the Angels. 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
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, July 5, 1:30 p.m.
6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing
Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month from 1:30 – 3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at (609) 402-6966 for more information.
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
Monday, July 10, 7 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 606 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Participants gain the support of their peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. 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.
Meetings for Family Members of Individuals Affected by Mental Illness and/or Substance Use Disorder
Thursday, July 13, 10:30 a.m.
Daytime meetings are 10:30 a.m. 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
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 including 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.
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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