Multi Day Events
Christmas Fantasy with Lights at Storybook Land
Saturday, Nov. 23 and Sunday, Nov. 24
6415 E. Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township
Every operating night at dusk, Santa will wave his magic wand and light up Storybook Land in over 1 million illuminated lights. The park will be open 2-9 p.m. this Saturday, and 2-8 p.m. this Sunday. Tickets will not be sold at the gate. Purchase online at www.storybookland.com .
GOYA Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
Now-Sunday, Nov. 24
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 7004 Ridge Ave., Egg Harbor Township
GOYA at Holy Trinity is collecting donations for the Community Food Bank of New Jersey for Thanksgiving. Donation bins will be located in the church narthex and at the entrance through Nov. 24. Items requested include frozen turkeys and ham, gravy, cranberry sauce, stuffing, pasta, rice, potatoes, mac and cheese, chili, canned soup, peanut butter (plastic jars only), plus canned vegetables, fruit, tuna, chicken and ham.
Charity League Christmas Mart
Friday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 23, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Greate Bay Country Club, 901 Mays Landing Road, Somers Point
Shop in the spirit of Christmas at the 78th Annual Christmas Mart, hosted by the Charity League of Atlantic County. This year’s theme is “Starry, Starry Night.” Shop from over a dozen local vendors. Browse homemade goods, enjoy an array of cookies and desserts, and get a photo with Santa. More information is available at www.charityleague-ac.com.
OCHS Drama Guild presents ‘Alice in Wonderland’
Friday, Nov. 22, 6:30 p.m.; and Saturday, Nov. 23, 1:30 and 6:30 p.m.
Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center, Sixth St. and Atlantic Ave.
Join the Ocean City School District and High School Drama Guild for their annual fall production. Visit www.facebook.com/OceanCityHS to purchase tickets in advance.
EHTHS presents ‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child: High School Edition’
Friday, Nov. 22-Sunday, Nov. 24
Egg Harbor Township High School, 24 High School Drive
Join Egg Harbor Township High School for their annual fall show, a special adaptation of this beloved worldwide hit. Nineteen years after Harry, Ron and Hermione saved the wizarding world, the trio are back on an extraordinary new adventure, joined by a brave new generation that has arrived at Hogwarts. Showtimes are Friday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 23 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at http://ehths.booktix.com .
Friday, November 22
Tinseltown Tree Lighting Kick-Off
1 p.m.
Tropicana Atlantic City, 2831 Boardwalk
Kick off the holiday season at Tropicana Atlantic City’s Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy an afternoon of holiday magic with a festive performance by the Mainland Regional High School Choir, complimentary treats from participating restaurants and a special appearance by Santa Claus. The afternoon concludes with a musical holiday light show, running every hour on the hour starting at noon through Dec. 26.
Enlightened Farm Market
2-6 p.m.
572 S. Odessa Ave., Egg Harbor City
Check out Enlightened Farms for fresh harvest and hand-crafted products, florals and more. Experience the farm firsthand through a tour, you-pick herbs and local vendor highlights.
Ventnor PBA Beef anf Beer Fundraiser
5-8 p.m.
Nucky’s Kitchen and Speakeasy, 5211 Ventnor Ave.
Join Ventnor City PBA Local 97 for their beef and beer fundraiser. There will be a silent auction and raffles, along with music by Ricky Stevens. Tickets are $30 at the door.
Saturday, November 23
Earlier than the Bird
8 a.m.-Noon
Downtown Asbury Ave., Ocean City
Get up earlier than the bird and jump-start your holiday shopping the weekend before Thanksgiving. Shop in your pajamas for early bird shopping specials. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com
Brigantine Fall Farmers Market
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Brigantine Community School Parking Lot, Sheridan Place
Join the Brigantine Farmers Market for their second Fall Market of the season. Dozens of local vendors will be lined up along the parking lot selling homemade items, food and beverages.
Horse and Carriage Rides in Ocean City
Noon-3 p.m.
Sixth St. and Asbury Ave.
For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com .
Artsy Autumn at Ocean City Library
Noon-2 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Drop in to OCFPL for a special craft event for kids ages 6-11. The theme is Harvest Creations. Enjoy an artsy autumn craft in the Children’s Activity Room.
Lucinda Williams and Her Band
8 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
WXPN welcomes Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Lucinda Williams to the Music Pier. Presented by the City of Ocean City. Produced by BRE Presents & Rose Productions. Purchase tickets online at www.oceancityvacation.com .
Sunday, November 24
Jazz Concert Series at Ocean City Library
2 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Join OCFPL for their free weekly concert series as Michael Pedicin presents “The Art of the Trio.” This week, enjoy a performance by the Jim Ridl Trio. Concerts will be held in the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall. Use the entrance closest to 17th Street. For more information, visit www.oceancitylibrary.org or call 609-399-2434.
Junwen Liang, Pianist: From Then to Now
2 p.m.
Stockton Performing Arts Center, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway
Experience a musical journey spanning traditional to modern compositions in a single unforgettable concert. ‘From Then to Now’ is an enchanting piano recital spanning some of the most evocative pieces of music ever written. Purchase tickets at the Stockton PAC box office or online at www.stockton.edu/pac .
Masterworks Choir Presents ‘Jubilate Deo’
4 p.m.
St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, Eighth St. and Central Ave., Ocean City
Join St. Peter’s for a special concert as the Masterworks Community Choir and Guest Middle School Choir and soloists present Dan Forrest’s contemporary “Jubilate Deo.” The choral work is sung in seven languages: Latin, Hebrew, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, Zulu, Spanish and English. This is a free concert; a free-will offering will be accepted. John Bate is musical director and conductor, Scott Breiner is the organist.
Opera by the Sea
4 p.m.
Community Presbyterian Church, 1501 W. Brigantine Ave., Brigantine
Amici Opera Company presents Verdi’s “Nabucco” this Sunday. Tickets are $30 per person and may be purchased at the door. For more information contact Ralph Tudisco at 215-224-0257.
Tuesday, November 26
Beginner Yoga Class in Somers Point
10 a.m.
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
The City of Somers Point is hosting a Beginner Yoga Class for Seniors. Take part in a relaxed gentle flow with focuses on yoga poses linking movement with breath, increasing strength and flexibility. Time will be spent on the mat in seated, kneeling and standing poses. Bring your own mat. Register by calling 609-226-4389 or email helbigshore@icloud.com.
Memory Café
10:30 a.m.
Ocean City Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Caregivers and their loved ones living with dementia are invited to join JFS Village and UMC representatives in a dementia-friendly space. Experience creativity and social connections through art, music, gentle movements and more. RSVP by Nov. 22 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Trivia at the Library
6:30 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Gather your friends and test your knowledge in an evening of brain-teasing fun at the Longport Library. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Somers Point Dance Society
7:30-10 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Hall, 447 Bethel Road
Admission is $10 and includes snacks, live musical duos, line dancing, dance mixers, social dancing and plenty of parking. Come out and kick up your heels, or just listen to good music with good company.
Wednesday, November 27
Somers Point Pinochle Club
6-8:30 p.m.
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
Join the Pinochle Club in Somers Point for an evening of good times and great fun. All are welcome to join.
Thanksgiving Eve Tree Lighting at Tennessee Avenue
5:30-7 p.m.
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, 133 S. Tennessee Ave., Atlantic City
Enjoy a festive Christmas tree lighting ceremony along with live music, themed cocktails and good spirits to kick off the holiday season.
Thursday, November 28
HSOC Annual Fast and Furriest 5K Turkey Trot
8:30 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
Join the Humane Society of Ocean City in supporting animals in need during the 17th Annual Turkey Trot. Registration opens at 7 a.m.; the run will begin at 8:30. There will also be a 1 Mile Kids Fun Run looping from the Music Pier to Fifth Street and back. For more information, call 609-398-9500, ext. 4 or visit www.hsoc.org .
Mainland After Prom’s Annual Turkey Trot
8:30 a.m.
Mainland Regional High School, 1301 Oak Ave., Linwood
Join the MRHS Educational Foundation for their annual Turkey Trot 5K Run and Walk on Thanksgiving Day benefiting Mainland’s After Prom. Early bird registration is open now at www.runsignup.com/mainlandturkeytro .
Friday, November 29
Christmas in the Downtown
2-5 p.m.
Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City
Join the Chamber of Commerce for a “Miracle on Asbury Avenue” kicking off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas. Meet at City Hall prior to 5 p.m. for Christmas carols and performances. Then get ready as Santa makes his appearance atop City Hall, with some help from the Ocean City Fire Department, to light the tree. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com .
Paint it Black Friday: Rolling Stones Tribute
8 p.m.
Celebrity Theatre at The Claridge, 123 S. Indiana Ave., Atlantic City
Join Tony Mart Presents for Paint it Black Friday as the Billy Walton Band presents a special tribute to The Rolling Stones. General admission seating is $20 per person and includes your first beer, wine or drink. Go to www.claridge.com to purchase tickets.
Health and Wellness
Living in the Moment Group
Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Mental Health Association of Atlantic County, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road Suite 8, Galloway
Slow down and spend an hour with like-minded people working on gratitude, self-love and other character traits that encourage mindfulness. Weekly meetings include meaningful discussions, camaraderie and a group activity. For more information, call 609-652-3800, ext. 0306.
Lung Cancer Screening Event
Saturday, Nov. 23, 8 a.m.-Noon.
Shore Medical Center, 100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point
Shore Medical Center, a member of the Penn Medicine Cancer Network, and Advanced Shore Imaging Associates are working together to offer free screenings and consultations provided by Shore Physicians Group. If you are between the ages of 50 and 80, and a current smoker or have quit smoking in the last 15 years, a low-dose CT scan may be right for you. Call 609-653-3440 for your appointment.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, Dec. 4, 1:30 p.m.
6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing
Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
NAMI Family Support and Connection
Monday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point
Hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The Family Support Group is peer led for families, caregivers and loved ones of individuals with mental illness. Connection is a recovery support group for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. Visit www.namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125 for more information.
MHA Atlantic Family Meetings
Thursday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m.
These virtual support groups and educational programs are for individuals with a loved one affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders. Day and evening meetings include an educational segment as well as support in the form of stress-reduction, self-care, resources and advocacy. Meetings are held at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Thursday, and 7 p.m. every third Wednesday. Contact Gail Christian at 609-652-3800 ext. 0301 or gchristian@mhanj.org to receive a meeting link.
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