Outdoor Happenings
Margate Movies on the Beach
Thursdays at 7pm
Between Granville & Huntington Ave.
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This Thursday, August 20th, enjoy a screening of Frozen II. Don’t miss Solo: A Star Wars Story next Thursday, August 27th. Social distancing guidelines must be followed.
Sea Isle City Movie Under the Stars
Friday Nights at Dusk
Excursion Park
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Enjoy a free family-friendly movie every Friday night at Excursion Park. This weekend, don’t miss a screening of “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.” Bring a beach blanket or folding chair, and please practice social distancing at all times. For questions, call 609-263-8687.
Farmers Markets
Brigantine Farmers Market
Saturdays from 8am-12pm
Brigantine Community School Parking Lot Sheridan Pl. and Roosevelt Blvd.
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Face mask and coverings are recommended, 6ft social distancing, one way in and one way out shopping only, resist socializing and wash hands before and after market.
C.R.O.P.S. Market
Sundays from 9am-12pm
144 N. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City
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The C.R.O.P.S. Market will feature local goods and produce with music and fun for everyone. If you’re interested in participating please send an e-mail to cropsnj@gmail.com.
Galloway Green Market
Thursdays from 4-7pm
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
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Stop by Thursdays all Summer long for fresh produce, seafood, prepared foods and so much more.
Margate Community Farmers Market
Thursdays from 8:30am-12pm
Steve & Cookies Parking Lot Amherst & Monroe Ave.
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The Margate Community Farmers Market brings over 30 New Jersey farmers and small food vendors to this quaint seashore neighborhood. Farm tables are loaded with the region’s freshest, in-season fruits and vegetables, fresh roasted coffee, cheeses, seafood, spices, soaps, jelly, cut flowers and potted gardens. Local food artisans bring fresh bread, blueberry pie, prepared food and other goodies.
Ocean City Farmers Market
Wednesdays from 8am-1pm
Tabernacle Grounds 6th Street & Asbury Avenue
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Face covering required.
Ventnor City Farmers Market
Fridays from 8:30am-12pm
6421 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor
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Art
Summer Wind Art Exhibit
Now – September 5th
Greate Bay Gallery 829 Bay Ave. Somers Point
Great Bay Gallery’s Summer Wind group exhibit of visual artists is open until September 5th. Participating artists include Tim Faherty, Rae Jaffe, Phyllis London and Toni Libro, among others. For further information, e-mail katharleth@hotmail.com or call 609-653-4991.
Virtual Art Exhibit feature Chris Adams
Now – August 30th
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Visit Longport Public Library’s website during the month of August to view our virtual art gallery featuring artwork by South Jersey local Chris Adams.
Sketching by the Sea
Tuesdays at 6:30pm
16th Street Beach, Ocean City
Attention artists. Don’t miss weekly Sketching by the Sea free figure drawing sessions, every Tuesday on the Ocean City Beach. Meet at the 16th Street Beach at 6:30pm to sketch a live model. This is an all-ages event so bring your artist-in-training. Social distancing will be practiced. Contact Asunta Rossi for more information at 610-908-6104. Also looking for models.
Magic in Watercolor
Tuesday, August 25th from 10:30am-12pm
Join local artist Diane Hark as she guides you through the art of watercolors. Initial supplies including paints and watercolor cold press tablet will be provided to the first 11 registered participants. Attendees must supply their own paper towels and have access to a computer and printer. This class is open to all levels of experience. Please RSVP by calling 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Kids
Virtual Dungeons & Dragons
Fridays from 6-8pm
Ocean City Library hosts Virtual Dungeons & Dragons for grades 6-8. For more information, e-mail sara@oceancitylibrary.orgt or visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Virtual Kids Crafts at Longport Public Library
Wednesdays and Saturdays
2305 Atlantic Ave. Longport
Longport Public Library has a new, free kid’s craft kit available for pickup each Wednesday and Saturday. Craft kits are intended for ages 3-8 (some adult assistance may be required) and contain everything you need for a fun activity each week. Call 609-487-7403 or visit longportpubliclibrary.org to learn more.
Virtual Girls Empowerment Camp
August 25th – 27th
Calling all girls ages 8-11 who reside in Atlantic County. We have seen how self-esteem, self-image & understanding of wellness can be distorted by social media & school. New Day Galloway is going to work with our presenters, activities & the 8 dimensions of wellness to remind the girls to be well-rounded & healthy in all aspects of life. Visit facebook.com/newdaygalloway to sign up.
Young Adult Movie Streaming
Wednesdays at 4pm
For more information, e-mail sara@oceancitylibrary.orgt or visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Lectures and Workshops
DIY Container Garden
Thursday, August 20th at 10:30am
Our world in 60 minutes. Insightful, animated and fast-paced conversation with friends spanning “both sides of the aisle and in the middle.” Share your thoughts on politics, technology, world events, the arts and more. This program is moderated by JFS Village by the Shore Membership Director Tina Serota. Please RSVP by August 14th by calling 609-287-8872 or e-mail tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Avoiding Scams about Medicare and COVID-19
Thursday, August 20th at 2pm
Don’t be a victim. Learn how to spot Medicare fraud, waste and abuse including the latest COVID-19 scams. Tune into the Ocean City Free Public Library’s Zoom seminar featuring Charles Clarkson, Esq. Project Director of the Senior Medicare Patrol of New Jersey. Feel free to ask him any of your Medicare questions. Sign up today at oceancitylibrary.org.
Tools of a Birder
Saturday, August 22nd from 10am-1pm
If you are familiar with birding, you may know about some of the classic tools. You may be interested in getting new binoculars or a field guide, but which one should you buy? Let Joshua teach you about some of the tools of a birder, where to look, and what to look for. This class has been created for nature lovers who like to add an extra dimension to their time spent outside. Register today at stockton.edu/continuing-studies.
Mindful Ways Workshop
Monday, August 24th from 1-3pm
Kate Lutz’s Mindful Ways Workshops offer easy ways to practice meditation and experience mindfulness. Now is the perfect time to learn how to grow your emotional resilience, feel more centered, engage your inner awareness and peace of mind, and shift out limiting beliefs. Workshops include gratitude sharing, meditations, a discussion topic, and access to practical wellness tools. Sign up today at oceancitylibrary.org.
Trivial Game Day
Thursday, August 27th at 4pm
With more than 6,000 questions covering an array of topics including science, geography, history, music, theater, movies and more, you can test your knowledge and compete for the top prize during this fun program. Please RSVP by August 25th by calling Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Community Advisory Chat
Friday, August 28th at 6pm
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Are there any events that you want to see from the New Day Family Success Center? Have ideas that you think familes would enjoy? Want to give us feedback? Want to provide input on what the community needs as we start to recover from COVID-19? Join New Fas FSC for dinner and let us know what we can do to help make our community stronger. This event is of no-cost to participants and open to all families living in Atlantic County.
“Journeys into Ocean City” A Virtual Discussion about Community
Monday, August 31st at 7pm
Ocean City is a special place. Join speaker Eric Model as we remember who we are, what’s important to us, how it got to be, and why. For more information on the “Journeys Into” series or to register for this virtual program, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
OC Reads: The Only Woman in the Room by Marie Benedict
Wednesday, October 21st at 7pm
OC Reads & The Ocean City Free Public Library invite you to a Virtual Talk with Author Marie Benedict. This talk will be held on Zoom and will be free and open to the public. Advance registration is required. Space is limited. To learn more, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Health and Wellness
Free Yoga at Absecon Lighthouse
Thursdays at 6pm
31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City
Join Absecon Lighthouse for free yoga sponsored and instructed by The Leadership Studio of Atlantic City. Masks and social distancing are required. Please call 609-449-1360 or visit abseconlighthouse.org.
Lunch & Discuss
Fridays at 12pm
Don’t want to eat lunch alone? This online discussion group will meet virtually to watch hand-picked TED Talks. Following the video there will be a discussion on the topic presented. Have your lunch prepared and meet us on Zoom. This is a program of the Mental Health Association. For questions, contact Bernadette at btrendler@mhanj.org, call 609-652-3800 ext. 303 or visit mhaac.info.
LGBTQ+ Discussion Group
Fridays at 2pm
A group for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families and friends (18+) to come together, share experiences, learn about the community, find support and discuss relevant topics. This virtual group meeting is hosted by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County. For more information, please visit mhaac.info or dial-in at 609-241-9388 and use the Conference ID: 149330.
Heartfullness Group Meditation
Fridays at 7:25pm
Join Heartfullness every Friday night on Zoom for group meditation classes. This practice is a natural way of experiencing the true self. The class is free and open to all and no experience is necessary. Visit facebook.com/MeditateSJ to learn more.
Restorative Yoga with Danielle Martin
Tuesdays at 5:30pm
Restorative yoga is a time that puts everything on pause; this is your reset button to get you out of your head and into the present moment. This class is designed to give you the space to release stress, anxiety and slow the active mind. This is an all levels class where you will be guided by meditation through gentle, restorative and yin poses. Visit facebook.com/daniellemartinhealthandwellness for more details.
Mind & Body Workshop
Wednesdays at 11am
The Mental Health Association of Atlantic County hosts a weekly Zoom meeting for those living with a disability. For questions, contact Bernadette at btrendler@mhanj.org, call 609-652-3800 ext. 303 or visit mhaac.info.
Rising Minds Virtual Meetings
Wednesdays from 6-8pm
The Mental Health Association presents a free peer led support group ran by and for 18-30 year olds to share experiences, develop tools for self care, connect with others who understand and engage in honnest conversations about mental health. For more information, visit mhanj.org.
