Holy Trinity Drive-Thru Winter Feast
Saturday, January 30th from 11am-7pm & Sunday, January 31st from 12-7pm
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 7004 Ridge Ave. EHT
Did you miss our Gyros and Baklava at our traditional Greek Festival? We sure missed all of you. Don’t miss your chance to have some of our delicious Lamb and Chicken Gyros, Pastichio, Chicken Shish-kabob, Baklava, Cheese Pies and Spinach Pies. Order online at holytrinityfestival.com.
Art
Virtual Art Exhibit featuring Kate Subranni
Now – February 28th
Visit the Longport Public Library’s website during the months of January and February to view the art of Longport resident Kate Subranni. To learn more, visit longportpubliclibrary.org/art-gallery.
Heart Wreath Take & Make Online Craft
Thursday, February 11th at 3pm
Are you wondering how to show the love of the season for all to see? New Day Family Success Center invites you to make a flower heart wreath that can sit on your door or in your office to remind you of the season. Supplies will be available to pick up on Tuesday, February 2nd or Thursday, February 4th to those who register for the event. This event is no-cost to participants and open to all families living in Atlantic County. Registration on Eventbrite or by phone is required. Please call 609-652-0230 or visit facebook.com/newdaygalloway for more information.
Kids
Snowmen at Night StoryWalk
Now – January 31st
Lake Memorial Park 407 Wesley Ave. Ocean City
You’re invited to Ocean City Public Library’s Storywalk. The pages of Snowmen at Night, written by Caralyn Buehner and illustrated by Mark Buehner, have been transformed into signs, allowing you to read the story while you walk through the park. After you read the story, find the winter-themed items in the park. Complete the scavenger hunt and a survey for your chance to win a special prize. For more information, please visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Virtual Children’s Story Time
Saturdays at 11am
Tune in to hear prerecorded Story Times. Crafts can be picked up at the Otto Bruyns Public Library of Northfield’s circulation desk for the *almost* full experience. Watch online at facebook.com/nflibrary.
Online Kids Crafts at Longport Public Library
Wednesdays and Saturdays
2305 Atlantic Ave. Longport
Longport Public Library has a new, free kid’s craft kit available for pickup each Wednesday and Saturday. Craft kits are intended for ages 3-8 (some adult assistance may be required) and contain everything you need for a fun activity each week. Call 609-487-7403 or visit longportpubliclibrary.org to learn more.
Cooking Matters for Kids Online Video
Wednesdays at 4pm
Join Inland Family Success Center and SNAP for a fun, kid-friendly healthy cooking demo video. This program encourages and provides simple, nutricious recipes that children can prepare themselves. This five week series continues every Wednesday until February. This event is of no-cost to participants and open to all families living in Atlantic County. Pre-registration is required. Ever family member attending must be added in your registration. Please email inlandfsc@gmail.com for more information.
Tuesday Night Children’s Virtual Program
Tuesday, February 9th at 6:30pm
Join the Ocean City Free Public Library’s children’s virtual program, a Valentine’s Day Mosaic Craft with Michele Pasciullo. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Toddler Time: Groudhog Day Take & Make Online Craft
Tuesday, February 2nd at 3pm
Supplies will be available to be picked up at New Day Family Success Center for those who register. Groundhog Day is a day that we learn if we are going to get an early spring or have 6 more weeks of winter. Jean Rose from Southern Jersey Perinatal Cooperative (SJPC) is going to teach us to teach us about the ages & stages questionnaire. Supplies can be picked up on Thursday, January 28th. This event is no-cost to participants and open to all families living in Atlantic County. Registration on Eventbrite or by phone is required. Please call 609-652-0230 or visit facebook.com/newdaygalloway for more information.
Lectures and Workshops
Virtual Trivia Game Day
Thursday, January 28th at 4pm
Join friends and neighbors for an afternoon of fun as you test your knowledge and compete for the top prize. Topics include science, geography, history, music, theater, movies and more. The event is free for Village Members and Holocaust Survivors, $5 for non-members. Must RSVP by January 19th. For more information or to join Village by the Shore, contact Tina Serota at 609-287-8872, tserota@jfsatlantic.org or visit jfsvillagebytheshore.org.
Rotary Club of Ocean City-Upper Township Virtual Meeting
Thursday, January 28th at 6:30pm
Join the Rotary Club of Ocean City-Upper Township for their upcoming online program featuring Dr. Barbara Gaba, President of Atlantic Cape Community College (ACCC). Register in advance for this meeting by visiting bit.ly/Rotary28JanRegistration. To learn more about the OC-UT Rotary Club, contact Rotary Club President Randi Scheck at 609-412-3459 or visit ocutrotary.org.
Harriet Tubman, Tales from the Cape Virtual Program
Monday, February 1st at 7pm
In a performance that has been called “Mesmerizing,” Michelle Washington Wilson lends us a special glimpse into the life and times of Harriet Tubman, abolitionist, Underground Railroad conductor, and women’s suffrage supporter who traveled through the state of New Jersey, and was active in the Abolitionist Movement, throughout Atlantic and Cape May Counties in NJ, and throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. The Underground Railroad had Station Houses throughout South Jersey. Michelle Washington Wilson will take you there. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Classy Chef Virtual Cooking Demos
Wednesday, February 3rd at 6pm
Join the Classy Chef for these free virtual cooking demos hosted by the library. This month’s program will focus on Chocolate Strawberry Bouquet. Learn how to dip and garnish strawberries and arrange them in a delightful bouquet for gift giving. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
JFS Virtual Program: The Village Movie Society
Tuesday, February 9th at 10:30am
Join theater teacher and coach Louise Marshall Hacker and Village Membership Director Tina Serota for a discussion about the movie, The King’s Speech, staring Colin Firth as England’s King George VI. This empowering film centers on King George overcoming a disability for the sake of a nation prior to his ascension to the throne The film is available on Netflix. RSVP by February 4th. For more information or to join Village by the Shore, contact Tina Serota at 609-287-8872, tserota@jfsatlantic.org or visit jfsvillagebytheshore.org.
Lunch & Learn: A Functional Food Series Virtual Program
Tuesday, February 9th at 12pm
Chocolate will increase participants’ knowledge about plant origin, historical facts, processing, and preparation of chocolate. It will create an understanding of the current research and possible health benefits of chocolate and identify the recommendations for including chocolate in a healthful plant-based diet. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Mindful Ways Virtual Workshop with Kate Lutz
Wednesday, February 10th from 6:30-8:30pm
Kate Lutz’s Mindful Ways Workshops offer easy ways to practice meditation and experience mindfulness. Now is the perfect time to learn how to grow your emotionless resilience, feel more centered, engage your inner awareness and peace of mind, and shift out of limiting beliefs. Workshops include gratitude sharing, meditations, a discussion topic, and access to practical wellness tools. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Coffee Klatch Virtual Program
Thursday, February 18th at 10:30am
Insightful, animated and fast-paced conversation with friends and neighbors spanning “both sides of the isle and in the middle.” Share your thoughts on politics, technology, world events, the arts and more. This program is moderated by Village Membership Director Tina Serota. RSVP by February 11th. For more information or to join Village by the Shore, contact Tina at 609-287-8872, tserota@jfsatlantic.org or visit jfsvillagebytheshore.org.
Tech
Virtual Tech Help
Fridays from 11am-12pm
Struggling to download an app to your cell phones or tablets? Trying to figure out how to read e-books on your Kindle? Longport Public Library Staff are excited to bring back Friday Tech Help. Registration is required. Help will be provided virtually via GoToMeeting. Visit longportpubliclibrary.org to request a 15-minute time slot. Please fill out the form completely and our staff will confirm your appointment via e-mail.
Health and Wellness
Warriors Welcome Online Veterans Support Group
Thursdays at 5pm
The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County hosts a peer-run veteran’s support & discussion group every week on Zoom. This is a no-cost, judgment-free, veteran-facilitated zone with discussions on self-care and wellness, family and relationships, adjusting to civilian life and employment. For more information, contact Jaime Angelini at jangelini@mhaac.info or visit mhaac.info.
Virtual Tai Chi/Qigong
Fridays at 11am
Tai Chi/Qigong Class participants will learn the ancient mind, body, spirit practices of Qigong and Tai Chi. These gentle practices help relieve stress, improve balance and flexibility and enhance the immune system. Class is open to adults at all fitness levels. No experience required. Visit acfpl.org to register.
Virtual LGBTQ+ Discussion Group
Fridays at 2pm
A group for LGBTQ+ individuals and their families and friends (18+) to come together, share experiences, learn about the community, find support and discuss relevant topics. This virtual group meeting is hosted by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County. For more information, please visit mhaac.info or dial-in at 609-241-9388 and use the Conference ID: 149330.
Virtual Nurse’s Roundtable: Self-Care & Nurturing in a Pandemic
Wednesday, February 3rd at 10:30am
Join JFS Nurse Educator Lori Pasahow and Village Membership Director Tina Serota for a discussion on how you have been caring for yourself and loved ones during the past 10 months. Have your pre-COVID-19 health routines (mammograms, doctor’s visits, etc.) been interrupted? Any positive changes you would like to make permanent? Hear what medical professionals are suggesting for self-care moving forward and gain insight into vaccine distribution and its implications. RSVP by January 29th. For more information or to join Village by the Shore, contact Tina Serota at 609-287-8872, tserota@jfsatlantic.org or visit jfsvillagebytheshore.org.
Virtual Mind & Body Workshop
Wednesdays at 11am
The Mental Health Association of Atlantic County hosts a weekly Zoom meeting for those living with a disability. For questions, contact Bernadette at btrendler@mhanj.org, call 609-652-3800 ext. 303 or visit mhaac.info.
Rising Minds Virtual Meetings
Wednesdays from 6-8pm
The Mental Health Association presents a free peer led support group ran by and for 18-30 year olds to share experiences, develop tools for self care, and connect with others who understand and engage in honest conversations about mental health. For more information, visit mhanj.org.
Virtual Yoga by the Shore
Wednesday, February 10th at 4pm
Join instructor Natalie Kraft for holistic “chair yoga” open to all experience levels. With a focus on physical and mental well-being, Hatha yoga consists of stretches, breathing exercises and held-postures that help increase muscle tone, flexibility, balance and stamina. Yoga can also reduce stress and improve sleep and concentration. RSVP by February 4th. For more information or to join Village by the Shore, contact Tina Serota at 609-287-8872, tserota@jfsatlantic.org or visit jfsvillagebytheshore.org.
Mental Health Association Virtual Meetings
The Mental Health Association has moved all services to virtual for the health, afety and well-being of all. If you have questions or concerns (including help using Zoom or the conference calling feature), you can call 609-652-3800 or visit our website at mhaac.info.
