Events and Happenings

Multi-day Events

Meet and Greet with the Easter Bunny

Saturday, April 4 and Sunday, April 5, 9-11 a.m.

Soifer Park, Ninth Street and Asbury Ave., Ocean City

Hop on 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.

‘Jesus Christ Superstar’

Thursday, April 9 – Sunday, April 19

Gateway Playhouse, 738 Bay Ave., Somers Point

Experience iconic rock opera by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice like never before. “Jesus Christ Superstar” delivers an electrifying retelling of the final days of Jesus through powerful music, raw emotion and explosive energy. With a score that defined a generation, this musical blends classic storytelling with rock concert power. Visit www.gatewaybythebay.org for more information.

Friday, April 3

Absecon Lighthouse Easter Egg Hunt

2 p.m.

31 S. Rhode Island Ave., Atlantic City

Celebrate Easter with a festive egg hunt at Absecon Lighthouse. Sponsored by Oceanside 1 Family Success Center, this family-friendly event invites guests to enjoy a fun-filled day at one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. There will be more than 10,000 eggs filled with amazing prizes starting at 3:15 p.m. Guests will enjoy pictures with the Easter Bunny and community resources.

Saturday, April 4

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.

Linwood Easter Egg Hunt

10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

All Wars Memorial Park

Join the Linwood Board of Recreation for their annual Easter Egg Hunt. There will be music, crafts and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Egg hunt will start at 11 a.m. and conclude when all the eggs are found. For more information, email Colleen at ckaufelds@linwoodcity.org.

Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Steel Pier, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City

Eat 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.

The Great Egg Hunt in Ocean City

1-3 p.m.

Ocean City Boardwalk, from Sixth to 14th streets

Families are invited to visit over 40 participating Boardwalk storefronts for an Ocean City tradition. Collect dozens of Easter eggs filled with goodies while supplies last. Rain date: Sunday, April 5.

Spring Fling Family Fun Day

1-3 p.m.

Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Pleasure Ave., Sea Isle City

Come out for a ton of spring and Easter-themed fun. Enjoy Easter crafts, face painting, games, jelly bean and “Bunny Tails” guessing contests, music, photos with the Easter Bunny, sack races and more. In the event of rain, the event will be moved to the Sea Isle City Convention Center. For more information, call 609-263-8687.

Sunday, April 5

Easter Sunrise Service in Ocean City

6:30 a.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Join Ocean City for a non-denominational service by the sea. All are welcome to join in.

Dueling Pianos Show

12-2 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

This Easter Sunday, The Philly Keys will perform their hit dueling pianos show starting at noon for an afternoon of free fun for the entire family in front of the Music Pier.

Meet the Easter Bunny

2 p.m.

Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk

Come dressed in your Easter best and meet the Easter Bunny for a photo in an Ocean City lifeguard boat. Bring your family and friends to capture the perfect Easter moment.

Smithville Easter Parade

1 p.m.

Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road

The Easter Parade in Smithville is an event you don’t want to miss. Put on your Easter best and stroll the village. Awards will be given for the best outfits. The parade will begin at the Smithville Inn.

Monday, April 6

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.

Tuesday, April 7

Needlecraft Club

2 p.m.

Ventnor Library, 6500 Atlantic Ave.

If you love to embroider or cross-stitch, but never have the time, the Atlantic County Library in Ventnor will save you a seat so you can work on your project. Bring your own cross-stitch, embroidery, or other hand-sewing project. The group will also have donated kits and supplies waiting for those who need them. Call 609-823-4614 to register or learn more.

Thoughts From the Bookshelf

3 p.m.

Margate Library, 8100 Atlantic Ave.

Join JFS Village for a book club gathering to discuss the bestseller “Family of Spies” by Christine Kuehn. The program will be held in the Margate Library Meeting Room. RSVP by April 6 by contacting tserota@jfsatlantic.org or calling-287-8872.

Green Thumb Garden Club Meeting

7 p.m.

Somers Point Community Center, 92 N. Ambler Road

The Green Thumb Garden Club will meet this Tuesday. All are welcome to attend. A renowned African violet enthusiast will present a program on streptocarpus and African violets. There is no cost to attend, but a small donation helps cover the club’s expenses and supports future programs. For more information, contact Sally at sallycp@verizon.net.

Senior Dance Society

7-9:30 p.m.

Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road

Join in the fun and enjoy an evening of dancing with live music duos every Tuesday. Activities include social dancing, line dancing, dance mixers and more. For more information, contact Sharon at kpookiecar1@gmail.com.

Wednesday, April 8

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.

Employment Café with Atlantic County One Stop

1 p.m.

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

Stop by Inland FSC for a coffee and chat about local job opportunities with the Atlantic County One-Stop Career Center.

Thursday, April 9

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.

Friday, April 10

Lunch Around Town

12-1:30 p.m.

North Beach Café, 5216 Atlantic Ave., Ventnor

Enjoy a leisurely lunch while supporting a local restaurant. This month, JFS Village will dine at North Beach Café. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually. RSVP by April 8 by contacting tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.

Monday, April 13

History of the Shore Fast Line

6:30 p.m.

Atlantic County Historical Society, 907 Shore Road, Somers Point

Join Bill Elwell, adjunct professor from Monmouth University, for a presentation on the history of the Shore Fast Line railroad. Mark your calendars for this event. Free admission.

EHT History Trivia Night

7 p.m.

Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.

Gather your friends and family, and test your knowledge on local trivia. There will be cool prizes and plenty of free snacks. All participants get a free souvenir from a long-forgotten place in EHT. Free admission for GEHTHS members, $2 non-members, and $1 for students.

Saturday, April 18

K-POP Inspired Dance Party

10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Atlantic County 4-H Fairgrounds, 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing

Join the Atlantic County 4-H and PFAPA Fun Squad for a K-Popular -themed dance party. The event will include character meet and greets, DJ, dancing, face painting, hair art, sensory play and lunch. Proceeds will go to the Autoinflammatory Alliance and Atlantic County 4-H. Visit https://linktr.ee/ac4h for more information.

Sunday, April 19

The Rat Pack is Back: Starring Tony Sands

2 p.m.

Holy Spirit High School, 500 S. Shore Road, Absecon

The Rat Pack is back and it is going to be a night to remember. Enjoy an incredible evening to support St. Joseph Regional School and Holy Spirit High School, featuring Tony Sands as Frank Sinatra in a show that will capture the magic, music and spirit of the original Rat Pack. Visit www.sjrs.org for more information.

Thursday, May 7

Murder Mystery Dinner: Back to the ’80s

5:30-9 p.m.

Smithville Inn, 1 N. New York Road, Galloway

Solve the crime, make a difference. Join the Absecon Galloway Rotary Club for an evening of murder mystery. Tickets are $85 per person with proceeds benefiting local community projects. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.rotaryabsecongalloway.org.

Bus Trips

Washington Crossings 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 Court House ACME parking lot at 7:30 a.m. and 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 when 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. Cost of $90 includes transportation, entrance fee and driver’s top. 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.

Depression and Anxiety Group

Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.

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

This weekly support group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies and support for self-care, wellness and recovery. No cost to participate. Offered by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.

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. Family Support and Connections groups meet on the second Monday of each month. Visit www.namiacm.org for further information.

Dementia Support Group