Outdoor Happenings
Margate Movies on the Beach
Thursday, August 27th at 7pm
Between Granville & Huntington Ave.
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This Thursday, August 27th, enjoy a screening of Solo: A Star Wars Story. 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 “Frozen II.” 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. All proceeds will go to support C.R.O.P.S., an NJ nonprofit, initiatives across Atlantic County including farmers markets, paid internships, community gardens, educational programs and Seed Scholarships for those interested in creating their own start up small business. 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.
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.
Young Adult Movie Streaming
Wednesdays at 4pm
For more information, e-mail sara@oceancitylibrary.orgt or visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Lectures and Workshops
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 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.
Photography: The First Hundred Years
Thursday, September 10th at 6:30pm
From its birth in France to its introduction in the U.S. by Samuel Morse, to its modernization as an art form be Steichen and Stieglitz, photography’s first century fits perfectly in its historical context, In this lecture, New Jersey photojournalist Jim DelGiudice will look at photos from the Victorian Era that made history. Sign up today at oceancitylibrary.org.
Introduction to Mindfulness
September 10th – October 8th
This series will introduce the basic practice of mindfulness meditation and a foundation for deepening practice in future courses. Mindfulness can help reduce stress and its harmful effects and improve the quality of our lives. Register today at stockton.edu/continuing-studies.
Beginner American Sign Language Class
September 14th – November 23rd
During these classes, emphasis will be placed on developing communication skills using ASL. Interactive and extracurricular activities increase understanding of ASL and the deaf culture. These beginner ASL classes will be held virtually on Zoom over the course of 10 weeks. Spaces are limited. To register, please e-mail Julie Howard at jhoward@oceancitylibrary.org.
Fall Yoga Session
Thursdays starting September 17th at 9:30am
Join Longport Public Library for their 2020 Fall Yoga Session. Classes will be held each week at the Gazebo behind Borough Hall and Virtually from September 17th through December 17th. Spaces are limited and registration is required. In the event of inclement weather, this event will only be held virtually. Call 609-487-7403 or visit longportpubliclibrary.org to learn more.
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 and Q&A 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
Warriors Welcome Veterans Support Group
Thursdays at 5pm
The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County hosts a peer-run veteran’s support & discussion group every week on Zoom. This is a no-cost, judgment-free, veteran-facilitated zone with discussions on self-care and wellness, family and relationships, adjusting to civilian life and employment. For more information, contact Jaime Angelini at jangelini@mhaac.info or visit mhaac.info.
Free Yoga at Absecon Lighthouse
Thursday, August 27th 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.
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.
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.
Mental Health Association Virtual Meetings
The Mental Health Association has moved all services to virtual for the health, afety and well-being of all. If you have questions or concerns (including help using Zoom or the conference calling feature), you can call 609-652-3800 or visit our website at mhaac.info.
Longport Historical Society Virtual Tour
Take a virtual walk through Longport Historical Society Museum with a virtual tour. New tours will be posted regularly. Visit longportpubliclibrary.org/historicalsociety to learn more.
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