Multi-Day Events
Downbeach Seafood Festival
Saturday, Sept. 9 & Sunday, Sept. 10, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Ski Beach N. Dorset Ave. & Burk Ave., Ventnor
The Downbeach Seafood Festival returns next weekend. South Jersey’s original seafood festival features two days of local restaurants and food trucks, cooking demos, seminars, a chowder cook-off, great brews, Chalk About AC kids fun, live entertainment, fantastic vendors, family fun and more. Learn more and purchase tickets at downbeachseafoodfest.com.
Atlantic City In-Water Boat Show
Thursday, Sept. 7 – Sunday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Farley State Marina, Golden Nugget Atlantic City
QThe hottest new yachts, cruisers, sport fish and more, from eighteen to seventy-five feet. Don’t miss the Marine Accessory Mart featuring marine electronics, fishing equipment and supplies, lifts, towers, repair facilities, training, boat financing and insurance as well as a wide variety of nautical supplies. Learn more and purchase tickets at acinwaterboatshow.com.
Sunset Beach Yoga
Thursdays at 7 p.m.
William Morrow Beach, Somers Point
Untie all the knots in your mind and body after a long day and enjoy 60 minutes of gentle yoga on the Somers Point Beach. What you will need: comfortable yoga attire, a beach towel, water bottle and an open mind. Donation Based. To sign up, visit https://strengtheningsouls.square.site.
The Golden Gays present: The Libertine Bell Murder Musical
Thursday, Sept. 7 & Friday, Sept. 8, 7 p.m.
Gateway Playhouse 738 Bay Ave. Somers Point
The Golden Gays, the Golden Girls Musical Drag Troupe is at it again, this time musicalizing one of the most famous and dastardly episodes… The Case of the Libertine Bell. Learn more and purchase tickets at gatewaybythebay.org.
Cape Atlantic Rail Club at Cape May County Zoo
Thursday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
707 Route 9 North, Cape May Court House
The Cape Atlantic Rail Club’s model trains will be on display at the Zoo this week. For more information, follow them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/shoreline.railroad or on Instagram @railroadclub.
Thursday, September 7
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.
Tips on Making Your Historical Novel Authentic
7 p.m.
EHT Community Center 5045 English Creek Ave. Egg Harbor Township
Local author Mary Ann Trail talks about making your historical novel authentic. Ms. Trail has published five historical novels centering around the beginning of the 19th Century and is currently researching Egg Harbor Township history for her next historical writing. This talk shows how you make research viable and relevant.
The Great Submarine Contest of 1893
7 p.m.
Lecture Hall at Ocean City Library 1735 Simpson Ave.
The Ocean City Historical Museum’s Summer Lecture Series concludes this week, with a lecture on The Great Submarine Contest of 1893 with author Rick Geffken. Admission is free. Learn more at www.ocnjmuseum.com.
Friday, September 8
Smithville Car Cruise
5 – 8 p.m.
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
Car cruises are held on the second and fourth Friday of the month. 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.
Somers Point Beach Concert Series
7 p.m.
William Morrow Beach
The Somers Point Beach Concert Series concludes its 30th Anniversary season with a special performance by Cyril Neville with Omari Neville & The Fuel, Grammy lifetime achievement award recipient, world renowned star of New Orleans R&B, funk, and soul. For more information, visit somerspointbeachconcerts.com.
Saturday, September 9
DCRF Surf for a Cause
7 a.m.
Decatur Ave. Beach, Margate
The Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation will host its 23rd Annual Surf for a Cause on the beach in front of Lucy the Elephant. The event will start at 7 a.m., with an after party at Ventura’s Greenhouse Tiki & Beach Bar. Pre-register online at www.thedrcf.org.
Atlantic County 4-H Yard Sale & Flea Market
8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
4-H Fairgrounds 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing
Atlantic County 4-H will host an indoor and outdoor Yard Sale/Flea Market. Rain or shine. To secure space, go to https://ac4hfair.org/calendar/ or call (609) 703-1549.
C.R.O.P.S. Market Opening
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Central Square 199 New. Rd. Linwood
Local vendors, live music by Dan Barry, a Bracelet Making Station by Liz Tran Creations, Donation Based Yoga by Hummingbird Yoga, Fresh Goods, and so much more.
Leadership Studio Summer Send Off
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Oscar McClinton Park 201 S. New Hampshire Ave. Atlantic City
Attendees are invited to participate in kids’ yoga from 9 – 9:30 a.m., power yoga and meditation from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. and community gathering until 12 p.m. In the event of rain, the event will move indoors to The Leadership Studio, 161 S. Tennessee Ave. This event is free.
The Run to Remember 5K
9 a.m.
Kennedy Park 24 Broadway, Somers Point
Enjoy a 5K race through the beautiful Country Club neighborhood of Somers Point in honor of all the First Responders that were lost on 9/11. The race is great for all levels of ability and ages. Participants are encouraged to carry or wear items that salute our first responders and members of our military services. All proceeds will support the Somers Point Historical Society, which will provide scholarships and other education opportunities for local students. Register online at runsignup.com. For questions, please contact seantmcg@comcast.net.
Atlantic-Cape Out of the Darkness Walk
10:30 a.m.
Boardwalk, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Atlantic City
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention’s Atlantic-Cape chapter will host its Out of the Darkness Walk this Saturday. Walk with Us to Prevent Suicide. Walk day activities begin at 9:30 a.m., followed by a walk ceremony at 10:30 with the walk to immediately follow. Register online at http://afsp.org/atlanticcape.
Somers Point Good Old Days Festival
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Kennedy Park 24 Broadway, Somers Point
Join the City of Somers Point for their annual community and music festival with an over 40-year tradition. Jersey Shore Rock and Soul Guitar Hero Billy Walton and his band will headline the festival, along with the Tony Mart All-Stars presenting the music that made Tony Marts famous and a triute to the Eagles. Antique cars will be on display, along with children’s entertainment, carnival games, inflatables, a magician, karate demonstrations, Police K-9 demonstrations, over 20 vendors and community groups, food and treats. Visit www.spgoodolddays.com for updates.
Art in the Park Somers Point
12 – 6 p.m.
Kennedy Park, 24 Broadway, Somers Point
Art in the Park is joining Somers Point’s Good Old Days Festival at Kennedy Park. In addition to all the live music, food and fun that is offered every year at Good Old Days, there will be great art to view and purchase and art activities for kids. For more information, visit http://artintheparksomerspt.weebly.com.
Radio Jukebox with Sheena Easton
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Get ready to rock to music straight from the radio, featuring over eight decades of chart-topping hits from the greatest names in music history, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Carole King, Aretha Franklin, Elvis Presley, Lady Gaga, Elton John, Adele, and more. Performed with the Ocean City Pops, this concert is produced by Scott Coulter and Spot-On Entertainment. For tickets, visit www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice, visit the Music Pier box office, or call (609) 399-6111.
Miss’d America Pageant
8 p.m.
Sound Waves at Hard Rock, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Enjoy an evening of beauty, talent showcases, and show-stopping performances as drag queens from across the nation compete for the coveted crown. Hosted by Carson Kressley and featuring Miss’d America 2023 Miss Elaine, the Melanie Rice Orchestra, and the Miss’d America Dancers. Tickets available at the Hard Rock Box Office or ticketmaster.com.
Sunday, September 10
Port Republic Cardboard & Duct Tape Boat Regatta
1:30 p.m.
Port Beach Park Ave.
Make it and tape it. Build a boat out of only cardboard and duct tape, then race it around a buoy and back at the Port Republic beach on Nacote Creek. Register early; only 40 boats will be accepted. Boat check-in and same day registration begins at 11:30 a.m. For more information or to sign up, visit portregatta.weebly.com.
Tuesday, September 12
The Village Movie Society
10:30 a.m.
Join Village Film Enthusiast and Historic Cinematic Buff Tom Celandine and Tina Serota for a discussion about the movie, Gentlemen’s Agreement, starring Gregory Peck and John Garfield. The story centers on a journalist’s assignment for a high-profile magazine to write an expose about antisemitism. The movie is available on DVD from the Margate and Ventnor libraries or may be viewed on Prime Video or Apple TV. RSVP by Sept. 8 by contacting Tina Serota at (609) 287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link will be emailed.
Beginning Your Family Research
7 p.m.
Upper Township Wellness/Senior Center 1369 Stagecoach Rd. Ocean View
Casey G. Zahn will do a presentation on how to begin family research and teach methods to uncover family stories through helpful resources including: census records, newspapers, passenger records, and the hidden treasures you have at home. For additional information, please contact the HPSUT at uppertwphistory@yahoo.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. See you on the dance floor.
Wednesday, September 13
Ocean City Farmers Market
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds Asbury Avenue from 5 – 6 Streets
See dozens of vendors, and crafters in the street at 6 & Asbury Ave. For more information, call 1 – 800 – BEACH – NJ or visit oceancityvacation.com.
Lunch Around Town
12 p.m.
Sapore, 6501 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor
This month, Village by the Shore will dine at Sapore in Ventnor. Come prepared for good food and fun conversation. Order off the menu. Pay individually. RSVP by Sept. 8 by contacting Tina Serota at (609) 287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Thursday, September 14
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. For more information, visit seagoddesshealingarts.com.
Health and Wellness
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
Monday, Sept. 11, 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.
Meetings for Family Members of Individuals Affected by Mental Illness and/or Substance Use Disorder
Thursday, Sept. 14 at 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 for more information on how to participate.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, Sept. 20, 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.
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.
