Events and Happenings

Multi-day Events

Ocean City Market Madness

Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Sunday, March 15, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Ocean City Civic Center, Sixth St. and Boardwalk

Join Ocean City merchants for a full weekend of shopping and spectacular deals. All of Ocean City’s favorite stores will be under one roof offering amazing specials. This event will include appearances from over 30 local businesses, along with food trucks, drinks, prize giveaways and live DJs.

Thursday, March 5

Women Empowering Single Moms

6-7:30 p.m.

New Day Family Success Center, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Pleasantville

Women play an integral role in our society, contributing significantly to progress and innovation. This monthly meeting, held at New Day FSC, provides a platform to explore and celebrate the myriad of ways women impact our lives. To register, call 609-652-0230.

Friday, March 6

International Women’s Day Poetry Open Mic

3 p.m.

Inland Family Success Center, 3050 Spruce Ave., Egg Harbor Township

Celebrate International Women’s Day with a special community open mic dedicated to honoring women’s voices, stories and creativity. This event welcomes everyone, from poets to performers, first-timers and supportive audience members, to join and uplift the powerful expressions of women in our community. For more information, call 609-569-0376.

Live CLUE Game Event

4:45-7:45 p.m.

Egg Harbor Township Library, 1 Swift Drive

Join Atlantic County Library in Egg Harbor Township for a live game of CLUE. Play this interactive game in a life-sized environment. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required and space is limited. For more information or to register, call 609-927-8664.

Saturday, March 7

Energy Saving Fair

11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

New Day Family Success Center, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Pleasantville

If you’re ready to save energy, join New Day FSC for a fun and informative Energy Savings Fair with Atlantic City Electric. Learn easy tips to lower your energy bills, make homes more energy efficient and discover programs designed to support you and your family. For more information, call 609-652-0230.

Morning Rise and Shine Yoga

11 a.m.

Mays Landing Library, 40 Farragut Ave.

Wake up and shine with Yogini Samuel during this fun morning yoga class. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel for the class. For more information or to register, call 609-625-2776.

Somers Paddy Crawl

12-5 p.m.

Gather your friends for the 5th Annual Somers Paddy Crawl on Saturday. The event will take place at multiple locations, including Anchorage Tavern, Caroline’s by the Bay, Charlie’s, DiOrio’s, Gregory’s, Josie Kelly’s, Somers Point Brewing Company and Somers Point VFW Post 2189. Tickets can be purchased online at https://buytickets.at/somerspaddycrawl.

Atlantic City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade

1 p.m.

Atlantic City Boardwalk, from Ocean Casino to Albany Ave.

The historic Atlantic City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday. Break out your green and head to the Boardwalk for a fun-filled day of floats, jigs, string and piper bands, Irish dancers, local businesses, organizations and a full day of excitement. Visit https://www.acstpatricksdayparade.com/ for more information.

Family Craft Hour

2 p.m.

Somers Point Library, 801 Shore Road

Stop by the Atlantic County Library in Somers Point for an hour of family fun, featuring a different seasonal project. This month, join family and friends in making Coffee Filter Butterflies. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information or to register, call 609-927-7113.

Sunday, March 8

Michael Pedicin Quintet: Improvisation, Creativity and Consciousness

2 p.m.

Ocean City Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.

Enjoy a Sunday afternoon of jazz at the Ocean City Library Lecture Hall throughout the month of March. This four-part series demonstrates the parallel relationships and synergy when musicians improvise, create and align their collective consciousness. The concert will be led by Michael Pedicin on saxophone with Bob Ferguson on the trumpet, Jim Holton on piano, Lalasis on bass and Tom Angello on the drums.

Monday, March 9

Mahjong Madness Mondays

12:30-2:30 p.m.

Ventnor Library, 6500 Atlantic Ave.

Enjoy a friendly game of Chinese Mahjong with friends and neighbors at Ventnor Library. Instruction and guidance will be given for beginners to learn this fun table game. All materials will be provided and all skill levels are welcome. For more information or to register, call 609-823-4614.

Tuesday, March 10

Galloway Writing Group

6:30 p.m.

Galloway Library, 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Road

Led by Scott Gray, The Galloway Writing Group is a place where anyone with an interest in writing can meet with other members of the community and discuss their craft, find encouragement and develop habits to help improve. This program is open to adults 18 and older. For more information or to register, call 609-652-2352.

St. Paddy’s Day Sing Along

6:30 p.m.

Mays Landing Library, 40 Farragut Ave.

Join Atlantic County Library in Mays Landing for a bit of craic, or fun, as Grandfather Joe McGonigle and the dancers of the Emerald Isle Academy of Irish dancing present an evening of Irish song and dance. Refreshments will be served. Parents or guardians must remain present with their children during the event. For more information or to register, call 609-625-2776.

Wednesday, March 11

Employment Café with Atlantic County One Stop

3 p.m.

Inland Family Success Center, 3050 Spruce Ave., Egg Harbor Township

Are you currently looking for employment? The Atlantic County One-Stop Career Center will be at Inland FSC to assist people looking for employment opportunities. For questions or more information, call 609-569-0376.

Thursday, March 12

Absecon Galloway Rotary Club Meetings

8 a.m.

Phoenix Diner, 200 W. Absecon Blvd.

The Absecon Galloway Rotary Club invites the public to be their guest at their upcoming meeting. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at Phoenix Diner and the fourth Thursday of every month at Gourmet Italian Restaurant at 5:30 p.m. Learn more about Rotary, how they serve our local community and meet local community members. For club information, go to www.facebook.com/AbseconGallowayRotary or email Rose McCarthy, club president, at bluerose46@aol.com.

Cape-Atlantic Marine Corps League Meeting

7 p.m.

Marine Corps Bunker, 731 E. Greek Creek Road, Galloway

The Cape Atlantic USMC League will host their monthly meeting in Galloway. For more information, call 609-517-6466 or email camcl194@gmail.com.

Night of Pure Irish

7 p.m.

Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.

Mark your calendars as the Greate Egg Harbour Township Historical Society hosts an evening of Irish music featuring the Emerald Isle Academy Dancers and Sandpipers Pipes and Drums of Atlantic County. Suggested admission donation is $2 per person, GEHTHS members are free. Refreshments will be available.

*Night of Pure Irish. Photo credit: Lynn Wood*

Sunday, March 15

A Holocaust Remembrance:

Rebuilt from Broken Glass

2 p.m.

Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate

Join the Jewish Federation of Atlantic and Cape May Counties and JFS Village by the Shore as they present a viewing of the documentary “Rebuilt from Broken Glass.” The film showcases Jewish life in the 1930s and one family’s long journey from Europe to the United States. RSVP by March 10 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsvillage.org.

Monday, March 16

Authors Visit and Book Signing

6 p.m.

Otto Bruyns Public Library, 241 W. Mill Road, Northfield

Join authors, Bruce H. Klauber and Andrea Kauffman, for a fascinating evening discussing their book, “Let Me Be Frank: The Extraordinary Life and Music of Frank Sinatra, Jr.” and celebrating his life on the 10th anniversary of his passing. Andrea Kauffman was Frank Sinatra, Jr.’s manager and friend for over 30 years. Pre-registration is required. Call 609-646-4476 to register. Books will be available for purchase.

Friday, March 20

Clean Comedy Show

2 p.m.

Port Community Church, 118 Main St., Port Republic

Enjoy an evening of fun, family-friendly comedy as Rhonda Corey, Gordon Douglas and Mike Murray bring their “Funny Together Tour” to South Jersey. Tickets can be purchased by visiting www.funnytogethertour.com. For more information, contact Diane Randazzo at 484-769-9232.

Health and Wellness

Coffee Talk

Saturdays, 11 a.m.

Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave., Suite 617, Atlantic City

The Atlantic County Wellness Center hosts a weekly gratitude-themed group. During this one-hour meeting, participants discuss, enhance and deepen their practice of gratitude, which is shown to reduce stress, improve mood and increase optimism. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

Monday Meditation and Stretching

Mondays, 11:30 a.m.

Mental Health Association in Atlantic County, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway

The Atlantic County Wellness Center provides a weekly meditation, follow-up discussion and light stretch on Mondays. Newcomers and people with all levels of experience in meditation are welcome. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

Depression and Anxiety Group

Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave., Suite 617, Atlantic City

This weekly in-person support group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, self-care, wellness and recovery. Meetings are led by peers who have lived experience. No cost to participate. Offered by the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups

Monday, March 9, 7 p.m.

St. Joseph Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point

NAMI of Atlantic/Cape May offers free, peer-led support groups for the family and friends of adults living with mental illness. These sessions allow participants to gain insight and support from others who truly understand their challenges. Groups meet on the second Monday of each month; for more details, visit www.namiacm.org.

Prenatal Care: Navigating the Third and Fourth Trimester

Thursday, March 12, 5 p.m.

New Day Family Success Center, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Pleasantville

Join New Day FSC as Jean Rose from the cooperative hosts a supportive conversation on navigating the third and fourth trimesters. Learn about pregnancy, postpartum care and other resources to support pregnancy during this important time. For more information, call 609-652-0230.

Dementia Support Group