Multiday Events
Princesses on Ice
Friday, Feb. 16 – Sunday, Feb. 18, 6 p.m.
Renault Winery 72 Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City
Come out to Renault Winery’s Vinter Wonderland and watch your favorite princesses perform on ice, presented by the Atlantic City Figure Skating Club. This weekend, see Elsa, Anna, and Rapunzel perform live. View the complete schedule of events at www.renaultwinery.com.
U.S. Futsal Northeast Regional Championship
Friday, Feb. 16 – Monday, Feb. 19
Atlantic City Convention Center 1 Convention Blvd.
The largest futsal competition in the United States is coming to Atlantic City. Enjoy the fast-paced and intense action of this indoor soccer tournament. Additional information and tournament schedules can be found at www.atlanticcitysports.org/events .
4-H Model Train Show
Saturday, Feb. 17 & Sunday, Feb. 18, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Atlantic County 4-H Fairgrounds 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing
Vendors with new and used railroad-related items and Operating Layouts will be on display. There will be free parking and admission. Food and snacks will be available for purchase. For more information, contact John at (609) 517-8849.
Friday, February 16
Photography Portrait Workshop
6 – 8 p.m.
Somers Point Senior Center 22 N. Ambler Rd.
Presented by the Somers Point Arts Commission, Dan Myers is offering a one-session photography workshop for creating portraits. Bring your camera and, if possible, an external hot shoe flash. Participants must be 18 or over. Register by emailing danmyersphoto@gmail.com.
Vinter Wonderland Family Fun Night
6 – 8 p.m.
Renault Winery 72 Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City
Enjoy winter festivities at Renault. This week, families can enjoy watching the movie “The Lion King”. Plus, enjoy a kid’s workshop where you can make your own mac and cheese bowl. View the complete schedule of events at www.renaultwinery.com .
Break! The Urban Funk Spectacular
7:30 p.m.
Stockton Performing Arts Center 101 Vera King Ferris Dr. Galloway
This show traces the history of hip-hop dancing. It is an electrifying show for the whole family that features a high-energy tribute to this creatively charged art form. Tickets and information can be found at www.stockton.edu/pac .
Saturday, February 17
Electronic Recycling
9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Atlantic County 4-H Fairgrounds 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing
Join Atlantic County 4-H for their electronic recycling fundraiser. E-waste, Inkjet printer cartridges, and trophies are accepted. More details available are at www.ac4hfair.org/electronic-recycling.
Winter Warrior Challenge
9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ocean City Civic Center 6th St. & Boardwalk
A new Presidents Day weekend event will bring families and local businesses together in Ocean City in the heart of winter. The event will be run out of Civic Center and include four components: an obstacle course race for children, an obstacle course race for parents and individuals, team challenges such as a fire truck pull, and an indoor festival for participants and spectators with local merchants, restaurants, and services. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.
Ocean City Nature and Environmental Family Fun-Day
9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Ocean City High School Cafeteria
Hosted by the Ocean City Environmental Commission, this year’s fifth annual event will include a wide range of hands-on, interactive, fun and educational experiences for both children and adults. Tentative activities include recycling crafts, free takeaways, nature and environmental exhibits, zoo and marine animals, and plenty of activities. Enter through the High School’s main entrance on Atlantic Ave.
Mike’s Seafood Polar Bear Run/Walk for Autism
12 p.m.
Excursion Park JFK Blvd. & Promenade, Sea Isle City
Join Mike’s Seafood for their 16th Annual event to support individuals with autism. After the run and walk, meet in the heated tents at Excursion Park for live music, an awards ceremony, door prizes, magicians, and face painting for the kids, along with a buffet. Proceeds benefit special services schools, autism support groups, and families of special needs children. For more information or to register, visit www.polarbearrunwalkforautism.com .
Mad Science Saturday
12 – 2 p.m.
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Do you have a budding scientist at home? Join Noyes Arts Garage for this special event where curiosity meets creativity, and art and science become adventures. Hosted by the Girl Scouts of Central & South Jersey, this event is open to nonmembers, girls in grades K-12, and their caregivers. Register at www.noyesmuseum.org .
Book & Movie: “Hidden Figures”
2 p.m.
Longport Public Library 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Read the inspiring biography “Hidden Figures” by Margot Lee Shetterly and join Longport Library for a film screening and discussion. Please call (609) 487-7403 to register or learn more.
Sunday, February 18
Creative Flow Writing Group
10 – 11:30 a.m.
Somers Point Senior Center 22 N. Ambler Rd.
Hosted by Shana W. Kestrel and presented by the Somers Point Arts Commission. This meetup will include mindfulness exercises, writing prompts, and optional sharing. All are welcome to attend. For more information, go to visitsomerspoint.com and click on Events.
Blacks and Jews: Examination of a Relationship presented by Councilman Kaleem Shabazz
1 – 2:30 p.m.
Temple Beth Shalom 4419 W. Brigantine Ave. Brigantine
Councilman Kaleem Shabazz examines the complex relationship of cooperation and conflict between African Americans and Jewish Americans in the United States. Call the TBS office at (609) 266-0403 for more information or if you would like to attend this engaging presentation either in person or by Zoom.
Michael Pedicin Concert Series
2 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City
Michael Pedicin presents: “An Homage to the World’s Important Jazz Saxophonists”. This week, enjoy live music by saxophonist Louis Taylor and the Jim Ridl/Andy Lalasis/Bob Shomo Trio. There is free admission. No reservations are required. All concerts will be held in the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall. More information is available at www.oceancitylibrary.org
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Monday, February 19
President’s Day Skating Session
12 – 4 p.m.
Young’s Skating Center 763 Park Rd. Mays Landing
Young’s is open for President’s Day. $14 includes four hours of skating, rental skates, and a slice of pizza and soda.
Tuesday, February 20
Family Nights at the Library
6:30 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City
It’s Tinker Tuesday at the Library. Imagine, create, and build. This event will be held in the Children’s Activity Room. This is for children aged 6 – 11 years. More information is available at www.oceancitylibrary.org .
Trivia Night
6:30 p.m.
Longport Public Library 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Gather your friends and test your knowledge in an evening of brain-teasing fun. Please call (609) 487-7403 to register or learn more.
Wednesday, February 21
After School Movies
3 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City
Join the Library for an after-school movie in the Lecture Hall N110. This week, enjoy a screening of “The Marvels” (PG-13). There will be free snacks. Bring a friend. More information is available at www.oceancitylibrary.org.
Somers Point Pinochle Club
6 – 8:30 p.m.
Somers Point Senior Center 22 N. Ambler Rd.
All are welcome to attend. For more information, go to visitsomerspoint.com and click on Events.
Tom Angello’s All-Star Jazz Series
7 p.m.
Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Hosted by the South Jersey Jazz Society. Enjoy an evening of live jazz music, featuring Tom Angello on the drums, Joe Madiri on clarinet, Pat Mercuri on guitar, Dan Tobias on the trumpet, and Jack Hegyl on the bass.
World Above: Poetry Open Mic
7 – 9 p.m.
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Hosted by the Murphy Writing Center and Noyes Arts Garage, register at www.noyesmuseum.org .
Positivity Project: Evening Retreat
7 p.m.
Shed the cares of the day away and prepare for a restful sleep. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency, and more. RSVP by Feb. 19 by calling (609) 287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org .
Thursday, February 22
Piano Bar with Michael McAssey
7 p.m.
Gateway Playhouse 738 Bay Ave.
An unforgettable evening of music, featuring New York’s own Michael McAssey on piano. This is an open mic evening, so if you have any music bring it along. Everyone is welcome to sing or just watch this fun evening unfold. Learn more at www.gatewaybythebay.org.
South Jersey Players Dinner Theater
6 p.m.
Aroma Restaurant 5206 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor
Enjoy a three-course plated dinner (BYOB) followed by five new original one-acts. Playwrights include Tom Chin, Sondra Mandel, Jim O’Hara, Sheila McDonald, and Edward Shakespeare, plus over a dozen actors. Reid Alburger will provide dinner music on classical guitar. Scott Friedman will host the event. Tickets are $45 per person. For reservations, call (347) 920-6399.
Saturday, February 24
Remembering Jamie Italian Night Dinner
4 – 8 p.m.
Elks Lodge 1815 Somers Point Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Join the Remembering Jamie Foundation for their annual Italian Night Buffet. Admission includes salad, entrée, dessert, beer, and soda, plus a silent auction, and music. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children. Purchase tickets at the door or online at www.rememberingjamie.org.
Sunday, February 25
Professional Chef’s Association Scholarship Ball
4 – 8 p.m.
Renault Winery 72 Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor City
Join the Professional Chef’s Association of South Jersey for an evening of celebration and support as they commemorate the 50th anniversary of their Scholarship Ball. Guests will enjoy a wide array of activities, including live music and delectable cuisine, with the stunning ambiance of Renault Winery as the perfect backdrop for this special evening. Help contribute to the future of education and make a lasting impact on the lives of deserving students. Tickets can be purchased online at www.acpcasj.com/events .
Tuesday, February 27
Memory Café
10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Ocean City Library 1735 Simpson Ave.
Caregivers 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 Feb. 20 by calling (609) 287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org .
Thursday, February 29
Education Breakfast on Gut Health
10 a.m.
Linwood Country Club 500 Shore Rd. Linwood
Shore Physicians Group will host a free breakfast on gut health in continuation of its “Be Well Connected” community education series. The breakfast will feature a presentation by three esteemed experts. Guests will enjoy a buffet breakfast. To RSVP, email your full name and any guests to wellness@shoremedicalcenter.org by Feb. 22. For more information, call (609) 365-5257.
Health and Wellness
Cancer: Thriving and Surviving
Tuesdays through Feb. 20, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
Shore Cancer Center Shore Rd. & Medical Center Way, Somers Point
Shore Medical Center and the Cape Atlantic Coalition for Health will host a free 6-week workshop for individuals affected by cancer. This interactive program is designed to empower participants with the tools and strategies to manage their health and lead fulfilling lives. Participants who complete the series will receive a $25 Wawa gift card. Class size is limited. Interested individuals should register by calling (609) 653-3923.
NAMI Basics Program
Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.
Now through March 14, NAMI Atlantic Cape May is pleased to announce their new educational program for parents of children and adolescents, ages up to 21, with symptoms of mental illness. This program covers treatment options, managing crisis situations, problem-solving, communicating effectively, taking care of yourself, and handling stress in a positive way. This free program will be held via Zoom. Registration is open now. For more information, email nami1557@gmail.com, or visit www.namiacm.org .
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, Feb. 21, 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.
MHA Atlantic Family Meeting
Thursday, Feb. 22, 10 a.m.
This support group is open to individuals with a loved one who is affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders. To receive a link, contact Gail Christian at (609) 652-3800 ext. 0301 or email gchristian@mhanj.org .
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
Monday, March 11, 7 p.m.
St. Joseph Church 608 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.
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