Multi-Day Events
Ocean City Theatre Company presents Mean Girls: High School Version
Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Featuring OCTC’s High School Junior Company. For tickets, visit oceancitytheatrecompany.com
Fool Moon Theatre Co. presents the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
July 21 – 30
Margate Community Church 8900 Ventnor Ave. Margate
Grab a dictionary and welcome to the Spelling Bee. This heartfelt Tony Award winning musical follows a group of wonderfully unique and impassioned adolescents as they compete for the spelling bee championship. Featuring a thrilling score by William Finn, the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a joyful night of comedy and quirkiness that celebrates the pursuit of victory and the gift of being true to oneself. Purchase tickets online at foolmoontheatre.org. Show times are July 21, 22, 28 & 29 at 7:30 p.m. and July 23 & 30 at 2 p.m.
Thursday, July 20
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.
Surf & Soul Drum Circles in Atlantic City
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Caspian Avenue Beach
Join Sea Goddess Healing Arts for their monthly Surf & Soul Drum Circle Series. This is a free jam series open to all ages. No experience required. Bring an instrument if you have one. We’ll provide sticks and buckets to use during the drum circle. Free and open to all, donations appreciated. Come out and vibe with your tribe at the beach. For more information, visit seagoddesshealingarts.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 Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, along with crafts for kids from Lucy the Elephant. Check out the complete schedule at margatehasmore.com.
Open Mic at Ventnor Coffee
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.
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 21
19th Annual Chip Miller Surf Fest
8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
7 Street Surfing Beach, Ocean City
Come join the Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation (CMAF) and local NJ pro Rob Kelly for the 19th Annual Chip Miller Surf Fest. This grassroots family event, hosted in Ocean City, has grown to be one of the largest surf events on the East Coast attracting some of the biggest names in surfing. Other great activities include plenty of the latest and greatest surfing manufactures, free apparel launches, and more. For more information, visit chipmiller.org.
Beach Exercise: Low Impact
8 a.m.
6 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.
Botanical Fun Friday
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
C.R.O.P.S. Store, 2101 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City
C.R.O.P.S. Store presents Botanical Fun Friday. From 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., enjoy stress-free, fun botanical drawings with local artist Gina Furnari, and from 1 – 2 p.m., enjoy botanical arts using beautiful summer blossoms with the programming staff from Reed’s Farm. This event is sponsored by Liz Tran Creations LLC along with four free parking passes, first come first served.
Ocean Casino Resort Fireworks
9 p.m.
500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Enjoy an extravagant fireworks display at The Park every Friday in July in celebration of Ocean Casino Resort’s 5th Birthday. The Park, located on the Lobby level, offers three acres of lush landscape and firepits overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
Saturday, July 22
Lucy the Elephant Birthday Party
10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
9200 Atlantic Ave. Margate
Lucy’s birthday party will be jam-packed with the return of crowd favorites like the Giant Water Slide, 9-Hole Mini Golf Course, and the “Lucy Express” trackless Train Ride. New this year includes the High Striker, Inflatable Skeeball, and a Money Booth. Party goers will also enjoy carnival-style foods and other elephantastic refreshments. Stop in at 3pm to sing Happy Birthday to Lucy and grab a piece of cake, while supplies last.
Longport Town Party
6 – 10 p.m.
24th Ave. & The Bay
Longport is Celebrating 125 Years of Incorporation next Saturday. Enjoy refreshments and food from Josie Kelly’s, Tacocat, Essl’s, and Ducktown Tavern, with a live DJ, and activities, including face painting, seashell painting, corn hold, and children’s games. Enjoy a courtesy Jitney ride, looping in Longport, to and from the party. Tickets are $30, $15 for children ages 11 and under, and can be purchased at Longport Borough Hall Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., or through VIPLY smartphone app. For more information, visit www.longportnj.gov.
Knee High Knuckle Buster Micro Wrestling
6 – 10 p.m.
Ducktown Tavern 2400 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City
The Biggest Little Event in Atlantic City will take place under the Atlantic City sky. Knee High Knuckle Buster is back and better than ever at the Ducktown Tavern’s outdoor “Back Duck” Arena. This event draws humans from all over the glove in a nearly sold – out spectacle produced by Good Time Tricycle. This epic battle of pint – sized proportions will feature four bouts followed by a no holds barred, all in a royal rumble. Tickets and information are available at kneehighac.com.
Taste of Ocean City & Slide for Amyloidosis
6 – 10 p.m.
OC Waterpark 728 Boardwalk, Ocean City
Taste of OC is an event within an event. The Slide for Amyloidosis will host some of the surrounding area’s finest foods. The team has hand selected some of their favorites and put it all in one place for others to enjoy. Come out and support a wonderful cause at the Ocean City Water Park along with some amazing eats. New This Year – Red Fish Catering will host food donations. Registration and more information are available at chipmiller.org or by calling (717) 243-7855 ext. 113. Rain date: July 23.
EHT Movies Under the Stars
8 p.m.
Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheatre in Tony Canale Park
EHT Recreation hosts Movies Under the Stars. This week, enjoy a screening of Top Gun: Maverick (2022). For more information, visit ehtrec.com.
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.
Sunday, July 23
Broadway Superstar Kimber Sprawl performing with the Ocean City POPS
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
After her successful run in the Bob Dylan-inspired show “Girl from the North Country,” Sprawl recently joined the Broadway cast of “Wicked” as Nessarose, so you can expect her voice to defy gravity as she takes you on a journey of her musical adventures. For tickets, visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
Monday, July 24
Beach Exercise: Yoga
8 a.m.
6 Street Beach, Ocean City
Yoga 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.
EHT Monday Morning Madness
11 a.m.
Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheatre in Tony Canale Park
EHT Recreation hosts Monday Morning Madness. This week, enjoy the magic of Ken Northridge. For more information, visit ehtrec.com.
The Genesis Show
7 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
The Genesis Show recreates Genesis’s 1980 Duke Tour Live. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at Ticketmaster. Produced by BRE Presents.
Evening Yoga with Candace
7 p.m.
Join Candace Martin for a Yoga class via Zoom. Wind down to a deeper state of relaxation and prepare for your evening rest. RSVP by July 20 by contacting Tina Serota at (609) 287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed.
Tuesday, July 25
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.
Ocean City Theatre Company Presents Pinocchio
10:30 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
Part of the OCTC Children’s Theatre Series. Meet the Blue Fairy as she leads us on a magical journey through this retelling of the classic story of Pinocchio. Filled with original music, sing – alongs and interactivity, audiences will enjoy every minute of this show. Book and lyrics by Patty Carver. For tickets, visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
Brigantine Movies on the Beach
7 p.m.
38th Street Beach
Bring your friends, family, or a special someone, for a special screening of Frozen. Grab your beach chairs and blankets and prepare for a truly unforgettable cinematic experience by the shore.
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.
Somers Point Dance Society
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.
Wednesday, July 26
Beach Exercise: Pilates
8 a.m.
6th 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.
Wacky Wednesday in Ocean City: Christmas in July
10:30 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special craft and a visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation. Dressed in red and green to participate in our wacky Christmas meets summer fashion show. The contest is free and open to the first 150 participants. Open to all ages. 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.
Positivity Project: Evening Retreat
7 p.m.
Shed the cares of the day and prepare for a restful night. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. RSVP by July 20 by contacting Tina Serota at (609) 287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed.
Thursday, July 27
The Jersey Tenors
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
The Jersey Tenors bring with them music from Frank Sinatra to Frankie Valli to Figaro. The four talented singers, complete with Broadway and operatic credits, are Jersey-born and -bred and Jersey-proud. The Jersey Tenors seamlessly perform some of opera’s greatest works alongside the best of Josh Groban, ABBA, Queen, Journey, Elton John, Kool and the Gang, and, of course, the best that Jersey has to offer. For tickets, visit oceancityvacation.com.
Summer Camps
South Jersey Players’ Theater-Arts Camp
Saturday, July 22 & 29, and August 5 & 12
Ventnor Cultural Arts Center 6500 Ventnor Ave.
The Ventnor Cultural Arts Center presents South Jersey Players’ Theater-Arts Camp. Learn theater, games, improv, one-minute plays, skits, and more. Age range: 6 – 11 years old. $30 per weekly session. For registration, call (347) 920-6399.
Health and Wellness
Meetings for Family Members of Individuals Affected by Mental Illness and/or Substance Use Disorder
Thursday, July 20, 7 p.m.
This is a workshop style meeting among peers with a new topic each month. Daytime meetings are 10:30 a.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, evening meetings are the third Thursday at 7pm. Call (609) 517-8614
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, August 2, 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, August 14, 7 p.m.
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. Visit www.namiacm.org, or call (609) 741-5125.
Registration Open for NAMI Atlantic Cape May Family-to-Family Class
Information about anxiety, depressive disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. Other topics include communication, problem solving, treatment and recovery. The course is designed to increase understanding and advocacy skills while helping participants maintain their own well-being. For more information and registration please contact NAMI at (609) 741-5125 or email Nami1557@comcast.net. Class dates are Thursdays, Sept. 7 – Oct. 26 from 6:30 – 9 p.m. on Zoom.
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. (609) 652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.
Recovery Groups
Topics range from mental health/wellness to employment, faith, and more. Groups are provided 7 days a week. unitedbywellness@mhanj.org (609) 652-3800.
Wellness Groups
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.
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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