Multi-day Events
Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’
- Thursday, March 26-Saturday, March 28,
Mainland Regional High School, 1301 Oak Ave., Linwood
Join the Mainland Drama Club for their production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” on stage this weekend. See the show live at the MRHS auditorium on Thursday, March 26; and Friday, March 27 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, March 28 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at https://cur8.com/25788/project/135953.
Meet & Greet with the Easter Bunny
- Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, 9-11 a.m.
Soifer Park, Ninth Street and Asbury Ave., Ocean City
Hop over to Ocean City for a fun-filled, meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny in a lifeguard boat. Bring your family and friends to capture the perfect Easter moment.
Thursday, March 26
Lucky Paint Night
- 4-6 p.m.
New Day Family Success Center, 18 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., Pleasantville
New Day FSC invites you to relax and unwind with a guided paint night hosted by local artist Verneen. No experience is needed; just bring your creativity for a fun evening of art. For more information, call 609-652-0230.
Beers for Steers
- 6-9 p.m.
Hidden Sands Brewery, 6754 Washington Ave., Egg Harbor Township
Enjoy Funny Farm Rescue and Sanctuary for a fun night out. Enjoy an evening of drinks, appetizers and a basket raffle to support rescue animals in need. Admission is $40 per person. Tickets can be purchased online at www.funnyfarmrescue.org/events.
Absecon Galloway Rotary Club Meetings
- 6:30 p.m.
Gourmet Italian Restaurant, 324 S. Pitney Road, Galloway
The Absecon Galloway Rotary Club invites you to be their guest at their upcoming meeting. A networking social hour will start at 5:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6:30 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.
Friday, March 27
Creative Sax Quartet
- 7 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Get ready for a special evening of live jazz music at the library, featuring the Creative Sax Quartet with rhythm section and jazz artists. The program will feature Ed Golaszewski on baritone sax, Andrew Neu on soprano, Joe Stefano on alto and Larry McKenna on tenor sax. The concert will be held in the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall. Seating is first come, first served.
Saturday, March 28
Northfield Flea Market
- 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Northfield Community School, 2100 New Road
Join the Northfield Cultural Community for their Spring Flea Market. Dozens of vendors will be in attendance selling clothes, accessories, sporting goods, books, toys and more. Free parking and admission.
Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
- 8-11 a.m.
Ocean City Masonic Lodge, 940 Wesley Ave.
Join the Ocean City Masonic Lodge No. 171 for their upcoming pancake breakfast. The menu will include specialty pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee and juice. Cost is $12 per person, $10 for veterans and $8 for children. Proceeds benefit the Masonic Lodge restoration fund.
Easter and Neon Nee Doh Party
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Stainton’s Kids Co., 910 Asbury Ave., Ocean City
Celebrate Easter this Saturday with a fun and festive day of activities. Doors open at 10 a.m. for a Neon Nee Doh Party. The Ocean City Free Public Library Bookmobile arrives at Stainton’s Kids Co. at 11 a.m.; enjoy a story time and DIY craft. Plus, meet some of the amazing makers and vendors in-store.
Meet & Greet with Baby Chicks
- 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Makers Market at Risley Square, 319 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway
Join Shore Sprouts for a free event this Saturday. Meet baby chicks, plant your own daisy, lavender, or sunflower, indulge in a sensory bin and enjoy a snack and juice.
Tai Chi at the Library
- 10 a.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Join the Longport Library every Saturday for a morning of Tai Chi. Bring your own mat and wear loose, comfortable clothing. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Atlantic City Easter Egg Hunt
- 12-3 p.m.
Gardner’s Basin, 800 N. New Hampshire Ave.
Join the City of Atlantic City and the Mayor’s Office of Special Events for their Easter Egg Hunt. Enjoy special activities, including bounce houses, photos with the Easter Bunny, Easter basket giveaways and much more.
Margate Easter Egg Hunt
- 12 p.m.
Margate City Fire Department Station 2, 405 N. Brunswick Drive
Join the Margate Mothers Association and Margate City Fire Department for their fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt. Search for more than 2,000 filled eggs and enjoy special prizes and food. The Easter Bunny will make a special appearance. Don’t forget your baskets. Open to participants ages 0-9+. Rain date is Sunday, March 29.
Easter at the Park
- 12-2 p.m.
Estell Manor Park, 109 Route 50 South, Mays Landing
The annual event will include an Easter egg hunt, Easter craft activities and a wagon ride. The egg hunt will be separated by age groups as follows: ages 1-5 at 12:30 p.m., ages 6-10 at 1 p.m. and ages 11-13 at 1:30 p.m. Rain date is Sunday, March 29. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Division of Parks and Recreation. For questions or more information, call 609-625-1897 or email parks@aclink.org.
The Great Egg Hunt in Ocean City
- 1-3 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk from Sixth to 14th streets
Families are invited to stop by participating storefronts for an Ocean City tradition. Collect dozens of Easter eggs filled with goodies, while supplies last. Rain date is Sunday, March 29. The event will also be held on Saturday, April 4.
Sunday, March 29
VFW Auxiliary Breakfast Honoring Vietnam Veterans
- 8-11 a.m.
VFW Post 6964, 121 31st St. South, Brigantine
Start your morning with a delicious breakfast hosted by the VFW Auxiliary. Friends, families and community members are invited to stop by, enjoy a hearty meal and support the programs that assist local veterans and their families. Cost is $15 per person and $10 for VFW Post 6964 veterans, Brigantine first responders and children under 10.
Funny Farm Easter Hayride and Market
- 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Funny Farm Rescue and Sanctuary, 6908 Railroad Blvd., Mays Landing
Celebrate the start of spring with Funny Farm this Sunday. Enjoy a vibrant outdoor market featuring local vendors and businesses, along with hayrides around the farm for a small fee. There will be a special guest appearance by the Easter Bunny. Bring your friends and family and spend time with the 750 rescue animals on-site.
Monday, March 30
Murder Mystery Lunch
- 12 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
The stage is set and the crime scene is ready. Join Longport Library for a tasty lunch and watch the mystery unfold. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Canasta for Experienced Players
- 2 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
If you are an experienced Canasta player, join the Longport Library every Monday and play a round with friends and neighbors. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Tom Angello’s All-Star Jazz Series
- 7 p.m.
Gregory’s, 900 Shore Road, Somers Point
Join the South Jersey Jazz Society for an evening of live jazz music, featuring Tom Angello on the drums. Admission is $20 at the door, or $15 for Jazz Society members.
Tuesday, March 31
Paint and Sip
- 5-7 p.m.
Ventnor Library, 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Join the Atlantic County Library in Ventnor for a themed paint party with snacks, non-alcoholic beverages and games, plus painting. Open to adults and interested teens. Call 609-823-4614 to register or learn more.
Senior Dance Society
- 7:30-10 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road
Join in the fun and enjoy an evening of dancing with live musical duos every Tuesday. Activities include social dancing, line dancing, dance mixers and more. For more information, contact Sharon at kookiecar@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, April 1
Pinochle at the Library
- 11 a.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Join the Longport Library every Wednesday for a round of pinochle with friends and neighbors. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Saturday, April 4
Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
- 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Steel Pier, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast with the Easter Bunny while enjoying scenic ocean views at the Steel Pier. Kids 12 and under will receive a free ride wristband. Reservations are required by visiting www.steelpier.com.
Sunday, April 5
Smithville Easter Parade
- 1 p.m.
Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road
The Easter Parade in Smithville is an event you do not want to miss. Put on your Easter best and stroll the village in style. Awards will be given out for the best outfits. The parade will begin at the Smithville Inn.
Bus Trips
Washington Crossing and Philadelphia
- Sunday, April 19
The Historic Preservation Society of Upper Township will host a one-day bus trip to historic sites in Bucks County, Pa. and Philadelphia. The trip will include stops at the Thompson Neely House, Washington Crossing State Park, The Yardley Inn for lunch and the Museum of the American Revolution. The bus will leave from the Courthouse ACME parking lot at 7:30 a.m. and the Seaville ACME lot at 7:40 a.m. The cost of the trip is $125 per person and includes bus fare, admission to all sites and lunch. For more information, contact Pary Tell at parytell@gmail.com.
New York City
Saturday, April 25
Join Egg Harbor Township Recreation on a day trip to the city that never sleeps. What you do once you arrive is up to you, whether it’s wandering the streets, chasing the sights, or tasting something new. The bus will depart from EHT Community Center at 8 a.m. and leave New York City at 7 p.m. The cost is $60 per person and seats are limited. Register online at www.ehtrec.com, or in person at the Recreation Office. Payment must be made at the time of reservation.
Grounds for Sculpture
- Thursday, April 30
Sponsored by the Green Thumb Garden Club. The cost of $90 includes transportation, the entrance fee and the driver’s tip. The bus will leave from the Somers Point Target parking lot at 8 a.m. and return to Somers Point at 4:30 p.m. Mail your check made out to GTGC. Include your name, address, phone number and email to Sally Pietrofitta, 250 Atlantic Ave., Somers Point, NJ 08244. For more information, call Sally at 609-927-4147, or after 6 p.m., call Cheryl at 267-882-8355.
Health and Wellness
Free Lung Screening Event
- Saturday, March 28, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Shore Cancer Center, 100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point
Shore Medical Center and Advanced Shore Imaging Associates are hosting a free lung cancer screening event next Saturday. If you are 50 to 80 years old and a current smoker, or have quit smoking in the past 15 years, a low-dose CT scan may be right for you. Call 609-653-3923 for more information and to schedule an appointment.
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.
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. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Dementia Support Group
- Wednesday, April 1, 1:30 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.
Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
- Monday, April 13, 7 p.m.
St. Joseph Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point
NAMI of Atlantic/Cape May offers free self-help, peer-led support groups for family members, caregivers and friends of individuals over the age of 18 living with a mental illness. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. Family Support and Connections groups meet on the second Monday of each month. Visit www.namiacm.org for further information.
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