Multiday events
Downbeach Seafood Festival
Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 14-15
Ski Beach, Ventnor
South Jersey’s original seafood festival returns for a full day of amazing eats from local restaurants, along with the best live and local music, fantastic entertainment and the popular Chowder Cook-Off benefiting the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. Hosted by Good Time Tricycle Productions. Tickets are on sale now at www.downbeachseafoodfest.com .
Thursday, August 29
Market Days
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Downtown Asbury Avenue, Ocean City
Enjoy strolling entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptors along Asbury Avenue. For more information see www.oceancityvacation.com .
Scullville Hayride Volunteer Signups
6-9 p.m.
Scullville Fire Station No. 1, 1708 Somers Point Road, Egg Harbor Township
Hayride signups are here. Forms will be provided. To speed up times, you can retrieve the forms at www.scullvillefire.org/hayride .
Family Nights in Ocean City
7-9 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk
Enjoy the Mummers and entertainment strolling the Boardwalk, Sixth-14th streets. For more information, see www.oceancityvacation.com .
Thrilling Thursdays
Movie at the Beach
7 p.m.
Granville and Huntington Ave. Beach, Margate
It’s Thrilling Thursday in Margate. Enjoy a free movie on the beach behind the Bloom Pavilion. This week’s feature film is “Barbie (2023).” Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for special activities. Enjoy a free photo booth and dress as your best Barbie and Ken, presented by the Margate Business Association. Learn more at www.margatehasmore.com .
Sunset Yoga on the Beach
7 p.m.
William Morrow Beach, Somers Point
Bring some water, a towel, or a yoga mat of your choice and join in a 60-minute gentle yoga on the beach. This donation-based class is open to all.
Friday, August 30
Beach Exercise: Low Impact
8 a.m.
Sixth Street Volleyball Courts, Ocean City
Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. Attendance is free. For more information call 609-398-6900.
Saturday, August 31
Peace of Wood Celebration
Noon-6 p.m.
345 West Ave., Ocean City
After eight years the Peace Compound is closing its doors. Join owners Kristina and Marshall in celebrating this amazing space in one final celebration this Saturday. There will be music, appearances from local artists and tacos from Las Olas.
The Strictly ’60s Band
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Dedicated to giving its listeners the best songs and sounds of the 1960s, the music of the Strictly ’60s Band will take audiences on a musical blast from the past, with a spectacular playlist including the British Invasion, Motown, rock ‘n’ rool and doo wop. Presented by the Friends of the Ocean City Pops. For tickets and more information, see www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice .
Tropicana Atlantic City Fireworks
10 p.m.
Iowa Ave. and the Beach
Catch Tropicana Atlantic City’s spectacular fireworks show this Saturday. Fireworks are launched from the beachfront and can be viewed along the Boardwalk.
Sunday, September 1
Fins Up Tailgate Celebration
1-5 p.m.
Resorts Atlantic City, 1133 Boardwalk
Join Resorts for a party on the Boardwalk celebrating the end of summer. The afternoon will be full of live music, games and activities, along with tailgate games and a Hawaiian shirt contest.
Return of the Three Tenors w/ the OC Pops
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Celebrate Labor Day weekend with the three Ocean City favorites. This unique mix of spectacular singers, two from opera and one from musical theater, creates one of the most compelling and entertaining ‘Tenors’ shows in the country, joined by Maestro Vince Lee and the Ocean City Pops. For tickets and more information, see www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice .
Monday, September 2
OCNJ Labor Day Race
9 a.m.
23rd St, Beach
Join a traditional end-of-summer race that includes a 5-mile beach run or 1-mile fun run/walk. Registration is open online through Aug. 30, in-person at the Aquatic & Fitness Center on Sunday, or on race day at the 23rd St. Beach. Find out more at www.ocnj.us/race-events .
Tuesday, September 3
Thoughts from the Book Shelf
3 p.m.
Margate Library Meeting Room, 8100 Atlantic Ave.
Join Pat Goldstein and the JFS Village for a book club gathering to discuss the bestselling book, “Long Island” by Colm Toibin. RSVP by Aug. 30. Contact Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Green Thumb Garden Club Meeting
6 p.m.
118 Pleasant Ave., Somers Point
The Green Thumb Garden Club will meet Tuesday to kick off the 2024-2025 club year. The meeting will be outdoors. Bring a beach chair. In the event of rain, the meeting will be moved to the Somers Point Senior Center on Ambler Road. Learn about this year’s events and programs. New members are welcome. Dues will be collected. For more information call Pam at 609-519-3517.
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. Kick up your heels or just listen to good music with good company.
Wednesday, September 4
Positivity Project: Mindful Movers
9 a.m.
Newport Ave. Beach, Ventnor
Start your day in an upbeat way while exploring mindfulness, gratitude and meditation, followed by a stroll with friends and neighbors on the Ventnor Boardwalk. The program begins at the park behind the Ventnor Library. RSVP by calling Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Somers Point Pinochle Club
6-8:30 p.m.
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
All are welcome. For information, see visitsomerspoint.com and click on Events.
Maestro Lee at the Keys: Dueling Pianos
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Maestro Vince Lee of the Ocean City Pops joins long-time colleague and orchestral pianist, Eric Svejcar, for a night of Dueling Pianos with 176 piano keys smoldering. Hear Vince and Eric scorch through some of the greatest hits in rock, pop, movies, Broadway, classical and more. For more see www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice .
Saturday, September 7
DRCF Surf for a Cause
8 a.m.
Decatur Ave. Beach in front of Lucy the Elephant, Margate
The 2024 Surf for a Cause is back for an incredible day of competition on the beach in Margate. Registration and additional details can be found at www.thedrcf.org/surf-for-a-cause .
Atlantic County 4-H Yard Sale
8 a.m.-1 p.m.
4H Fairgrounds, 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing
Clean out your closet, garage or attic and join a community-wide yard sale. Reserve your spot: $20 inside, $15 outside. Proceeds benefit 4-H activities. For more information or an application, call or text Barb at 609-703-1549. Hosted by the Atlantic County 4-H Fair Association. Rain or shine.
Somers Point Good Old Days Festival
11 a.m.-6 p.m.
JFK Park, 24 Broadway
It’s a celebration 45 years in the making. Presented by the Somers Point Historical Society, the annual festival will feature an entire day of fun for the whole family. Non-stop free music will headline the event, featuring Plaid Salmon, The Turtleheads, and The Notion. Plus, enjoy amazing food, crafters, vendors, kids’ activities, a classic car and boat display and entertainment for all ages. Transportation will be provided to and from the event grounds. Learn more at www.spgoodolddays.com .
Ocean City Classic Car and Street Rod Show
Noon-4 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk
The annual classic car and hot rod show is an annual tradition, bringing hundreds of car and street rod enthusiasts to the Boardwalk for its 49th year. The show will take place along the Boardwalk Sixth-14th streets. The event is free to attend. Those interested in participating can visit www.ocnjcarshow.com .
The Duprees with the Ocean City Pops
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
The Duprees are known the world over for their romantic interpretations of some of the most beautiful love songs ever written. The group has more than 42 years of on-stage performances and are still going strong. The Duprees join the Ocean City Pops in a spectacular show you won’t want to miss. For more information, see www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice .
Sunday, September 8
Boardwalk Corvette Show
11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk
Over 350 cars will be exhibited, with models from every year displayed on the Boardwalk, Sixth-14th streets. Learn more about the show at www.boardwalkcorvettesac.com .
Monday, September 9
Sunshine Golf Classic
Greate Bay Country Club, 901 Mays Landing Road Somers Point
Join the All-Volunteer Ocean City Cape Atlantic Chapter of the Sunshine Foundation for a day of charity and fun at their 18-hole golf tournament. The annual Sunshine Golf Classic benefits children with severe chronic conditions. See www.sunshinefoundation.org for more information.
Friday, September 13
‘Dial M for Murder’
7 p.m.
Gateway Playhouse, 739 Bay Ave., Somers Point
Presented by the Somers Point and Ocean City Historical societies. Opening reception will start at 5:30 p.m. The film begins at 7 p.m. Reserved seating is $35 per person. Learn more and purchase tickets online at www.gatewaybytheway.org .
Saturday, September 14
Ocean City ALS United Walk
9 a.m.-Noon
Ocean City Civic Center, Sixth St. and the Boardwalk
Join ALS United Mid-Atlantic and hundreds of participants in a walk to support ALS patients, families, research and advocacy. Check-in opens at 9 a.m. The walk will begin at 10. Sign up or learn more at www.oceancityalsunitedwalk.org .
Ocean City Airport Festival
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Ocean City Municipal Airport
Features include a ground display of unusual airplanes ranging from World War II planes to classics and warbirds. The event will feature a parachute jump from Team Fastrax. For more information see www.oceancityvacation.com .
Smithville Art Walk
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road
More than 75 local artists will set up displays along the Village Greene, located near the red-covered bridge. There will be special guests, live music and much more. Rain date: Sunday, Sept. 15.
Somers Point Art in the Park
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Kennedy Park, 24 Broadway, Somers Point
Join the Somers Point Arts Commission for a traditional fine art show of paintings and photography. Plus, enjoy great music, food and children’s art activities.
Symphonic Dance w/ the Atlantic City Ballet
7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
After their breathtaking feature with the Ocean City Pops in 2022, the stars of the Atlantic City Ballet return to heat up the Music Pier stage. Forging a new, continuing artistic partnership between the ballet and the OC Pops, Maestro Vince Lee is excited to highlight the talents of their artistic neighbor. For more information, see www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice
Parachute Pyrotechnic Show
8 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk, Sixth–14th streets
The show consists of several highly trained and specially licensed Team Fastrax demonstrators exiting the aircraft 6,000 feet above Ocean City’s Beach and Boardwalk. Brilliant white or multicolored projectile pyrotechnics will be ignited and flown in formation, creating a dazzling display for spectators. The landing will take place at Seventh Street and the show will be viewable along the entire Boardwalk. See www.oceancityvacation.com .
Sunday, September 15
Boardwalk Aerobatic Show
1 p.m.
Ocean City Beach and Boardwalk, Sixth-14th streets
Thrill to some of the best stunt pilots and aerobatic champions in the world plus military demonstrations. For more information, visit www.oceancityvacation.com .
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 developing 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.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, Sept. 4
1:30 p.m.
6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing
Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month 1:30-3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966.
NAMI Family Support and Connection
Monday, Sept. 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 namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125.
MHA Atlantic Family Meetings
Thursday, Sept. 12
7 p.m.
These are virtual support groups and educational programs 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. Call Gail Christian at 609-652-3800,, ext. 0301 or gchristian@mhanj.org to receive a meeting link.
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