Multi Day Events
Atlantic City Boat Show
Wednesday, Feb. 26-Sunday, March 2
Atlantic City Convention Center, 1 Convention Blvd.
The Discover Boating Atlantic City Boat Show will have a large selection of boats, an abundance of must-see attractions and fun features for all ages. Hours are Wednesday-Friday, 12-8 p.m.; Saturday, March 1, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday, March 2, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets and information are available at www.acboatshow.com.
We Walk Somers Point
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 a.m.
The City of Somers Point hosts its walking club promoting health and opportunities to pursue fitness goals while meeting neighbors. Residents are invited to meet behind City Hall on Mondays, at the Football Field on Wednesdays and Kennedy Park on Fridays. For more information go to www.visitsomerspoint.com.
Beginner Yoga for Seniors
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
Take part in a one-hour relaxed gentle flow. Classes will focus on yoga poses linking movement with breath, increasing strength and flexibility. Time will be spent on the mat in seated, kneeling and standing positions. Residents of Somers Point can register by calling 609-226-4389 or emailing helbigshore@icloud.com.
Friday, February 21
Simple Newsletters using Microsoft Word
9-10:30 a.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Learn how to create eye-catching newsletters for personal use or for your group or club. Learn to set up and save a masthead, format columns, add pictures and enhancements to your project. No signups needed.
Young Adult Game Day
3-5 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Play games on the Nintendo Switch or Xbox, play a classic board game or learn a new game. Make new friends, eat pizza and have a good time. Admission is free. Recommended for teens.
Saturday, February 22
South Jersey Indoor Rowing Championship
8 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Join the Ocean City High School Crew Boosters for an indoor rowing competition over the Atlantic Ocean. The top three competitors in each category will be awarded, and the South Jersey Team Title will be given to the best high school team of the day. Visit the Ocean City High School Crew Boosters on Facebook or email info@ochscrew.com for more information.
Yoga for Kids
10:30 a.m.
Egg Harbor Township Library, 1 Swift Ave.
Open for children ages 5-12. Join the library for children’s yoga. Participants will be doing a variety of animal poses while learning yoga foundations. Remember to bring your yoga mat. Registration required. Call 609-827-8664 or visit www.atlanticlibrary.org to register.
All About Hair
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Mays Landing Library, 40 Farragut Ave.
Open to kids and teens. Learn about self-esteem and hair artistry. Registration required. Call 609-625-2776 or visit www.atlanticlibrary.org to register.
Chess Club
12-4 p.m.
Ventnor Library, 6509 Atlantic Ave.
If you love chess, or have always wanted to learn, this event is for you. The Chess Club is for all ages and levels of experience. Feel free to bring your own chess board or use one of the library’s.
Remembering Jamie Foundation Italian Night Dinner
4-8 p.m.
Elks Lodge 2563, 1815 Somers Point Road, Egg Harbor Township
Join the Remembering Jamie Scholarship Fund for their annual February Italian Dinner event. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet with salad, entrée, dessert and drinks, along with music, raffle prizes and more. Admission is $15 for adults, $5 for children. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at www.rememberingjamie.org.
Sunday, February 23
Professional Chefs Ball
6 p.m.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, 1000 Boardwalk
Join the Professional Chefs Association of South Jersey for their 51st Annual Scholarship Ball. Guests will enjoy an amazing evening of live entertainment, fantastic food and spirits. This culinary event of the year will raise money for the association’s scholarship fund, ongoing educational programs and Chefs in Need fund. Tickets may be purchased by contacting Maggie at 609-703-6159.
Monday, February 24
Memory Connections
1-2:30 p.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate
Join JFS Village for a gathering of Caregivers of loved ones with dementia and the person living with the disease. Caregivers will participate in a support group led by a trained professional while their loved one enjoys music therapy. RSVP by Feb. 18 by emailing bnketia@jfsvillage.org.
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, with Tom Angello on the drums, Jon Thompson on saxophone, Shawn Qaissaunee on guitar and Jason Fraticelli on the bass. Admission is $15 for Jazz Society members, $20 for non-members.
Tuesday, February 25
Toddler Tuesday Storytime
10:30 a.m.
Brigantine Library, 201 15th St. South
Join the library for stories to inspire curiosity and joy. Call 609-266-0110 or visit www.atlanticlibrary.org to register.
Furry Buddies
6 p.m.
Galloway Library, 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Road
Read a story to therapy dogs Erin, Kody, Fritz and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children. Open to all ages. Children 9 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Call 609-652-2352 or visit www.atlanticlibrary.org to register.
Wednesday, February 26
Offshore Garden Club Meeting
10 a.m.
Otto Bruyns Library, 241 W. Mill Road, Northfield
The Offshore Garden Club will host a presentation by Lin Conover, owner of Wood Song Mushrooms. She will be discussing the process of growing cultivated mushrooms, the integral role fungus has for our living planet and identifying wild species and more. All are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Janet Toland at 609-369-0449 or email golfer_nurse@hotmail.com.
ACAF Winter Art Mixer
5-7 p.m.
Anchor Rock Club, 247 S. New York Ave., Atlantic City
The Atlantic City Arts Foundation invites the public to their Winter Mixer. The event will feature the debut of ACAF’s 100th Mural documentary. Plus, enjoy an arts showcase and sale and surprise music video set. Free admission. All ages welcome.
Sustainable Jersey Regional Hub Mixer
5:30 p.m.
Hidden Sands Brewery, 6754 Washington Ave., Egg Harbor Township
Sustainable Jersey Atlantic-Cape May Counties will hold a special in-person mixer to offer information on “green schools” this Wednesday. This free event will highlight local school champions and resources available to schools. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, visit https://AtlanticCapeRegionalHub.wordpress.com.
Somers Point Pinochle Club
6-8:30 p.m.
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
The Pinochle Club gathers every Wednesday night throughout the year to play. All are welcome.
Thursday, February 27
Throwback Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate
Join JFS Village for an educational brunch program retracing the history of Atlantic City and Downbeach. This program will be held in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom. RSVP by Feb. 17 by emailing bnketia@jfsvillage.org.
Captain’s Table at the AC Boat Show
6-8 p.m.
Atlantic City Convention Center, 1 Convention Blvd.
Join Cooper Levinson for a night of food, fun and fellowship at the 10th annual Captain’s Table. Guests will enjoy delicious food selections from local restaurants while sampling spirit tastings by local breweries, wineries and distilleries. Supporters will also enjoy the added benefit of visiting the Boat Show. This event benefits ‘Let Us Eat, Please,’ supporting summer eating programs provided by the Community FoodBank of New Jersey.
Health and Wellness
MHA Atlantic Family Meetings
Thursday, Feb. 27, 10 a.m.
These virtual support groups and educational programs are for individuals with a loved one affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders. Meetings are held at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Thursday and 7 p.m. every third Wednesday. Contact Gail Christian at 609-652-3800, ext. 0301 or gchristian@mhanj.org to receive a meeting link.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, March 5, 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 for more information.
NAMI Family Support and Connection Meeting
Monday, March 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point
Open to family members, caregivers and loved ones 18+. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experiences and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. Visit www.namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125 for more information.
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