Multi Day Events
MRHS presents ‘Hello Dolly’
Thursday, March 20-Saturday, March 22
Mainland Regional High School Auditorium, 1301 Oak Ave., Linwood
Over 65 talented students will take the stage in this dazzling Broadway classic. Showtimes are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., with a matinee performance Saturday afternoon at 1 p.m. Tickets are $15 general admission and may be purchased at the door or by visiting cur8.com/25788/project/130179.
Impressions Expo
Now-Saturday, March 22
Atlantic City Convention Center, 73 Miss America Way
Impressions Expo is your source for what’s new in decorated apparel and building your business. Top manufacturers and distributors will be displaying the latest solutions to help you stay competitive.
Art Workshop for Children
Saturday, March 22 and 29
Somers Point Youth Center, 599 Marks Road
The Somers Point Arts Commission is teaming up with Somers Point PAL to offer a ‘My Grown-Up & Me,’ art workshop for children 6-10 years old along with their favorite grownup. Cost is $10 per child/adult pair and pre-registration is required. See somersptarts.weebly.com for information or to register.
We Walk Somers Point
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 a.m.
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, March 21
Shore Medical Center Designer Handbag Bingo
6:30 p.m.
VFW Hall 500 Bethel Road, Somers Point
Celebrate the start of spring as Shore Medical Center hosts its annual Designer Bag Bingo. Attendees will enjoy 12 games featuring designer handbags, 50/50 raffle, basket raffles and more. Proceeds benefit patient care. Tickets are $35 per person. Seating is limited. RSVP by calling Jessica at 609-653-3986, or visit the events calendar at www.shoremedicalcenter.org.
‘Forever Young: A Tribute to Your Life and Music’
7:30 p.m.
Stockton Performing Arts Center, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway
‘Forever Young’ brings a heartfelt true story to life using a playlist for the ages with hits from the most prolific artists of all time including The Beatles, Bon Jovi, Styx, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and many more. Tickets and information are available at www.stockton.edu/pac
Saturday, March 22
SatARTdays at Noyes Arts Garage
12 p.m.
Noyes Arts Garage, 2200 Fairmount Ave., Atlantic City
Join the Arts Garage for free kids’ art classes. This six-week series is presented by a professional artist and is recommended for children ages 5 to 12. Seating is limited. Visit www.noyesartsgarage.com for additional information.
AMI Bag Bingo and Basket Raffle
6 p.m.
Holy Spirit High School, 500 S. New Road, Absecon
Win a designer handbag from brands like Michael Kors, Coach and more. Extra bingo boards, daubers, special raffle tickets and basket auction tickets will be available for purchase. Must be 18 and over to attend; cost is $35 per ticket. Limited seating available. For more information, call 609-568-9153.
Sunday, March 23
The Music of the Jazz Saxophone Masters
2 p.m.
Ocean City Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
The Michael Pedicin Quartet will present the music and styles of the jazz saxophone masters who formulated the current music landscape. Explore the music of John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Wayne Shorter, Stan Getz, Cannonball Adderley and more. The concert is free. Seating is first come, first served.
Lightwire Theatre: Moon Mouse
2 p.m.
Stockton Performing Arts Center, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway
Join Marvin the Mouse on the space adventure of a lifetime: a trip to the surface of the moon on his homemade rocket where he meets a strange cast of creatures. Tickets and information are available at www.stockton.edu/pac
Monday, March 24
Mahjong Madness
12:30-2:30 p.m.
Ventnor Library, 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Come to the library and enjoy a friendly game of mahjong at the library. Instruction and guidance given for beginners to learn this fun table game. All skill levels are welcome. Call 609-823-4614 to register or learn more.
Tuesday, March 25
South Jersey Players Dinner Theater
5:30 p.m.
Aroma Restaurant, 5206 Atlantic Ave., Ventnor
Enjoy a three-course plated dinner, plus cash bar, followed by four original one-acts performed by Jim O’Hara, Edward Shakespeare and Sam Sardina. Tickets are $48 per person. Shows will be held on Tuesdays through April 8. For reservations, call 347-920-6399.
Senior Dance Society
7-10 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road
Enjoy an evening of dancing with live musical duos every Tuesday with social dancing, line dancing, dance mixers and more. For more information, call Rita at 609-408-3619.
Wednesday, March 26
Atlantic County Parks Job Fair
10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Warren E. Fox Nature Center, 109 Route 50 S., Mays Landing
The Atlantic County Division of Parks and Recreation will provide on-the-spot interviews for the positions of park attendant, cemetery caretakers and laborer at a free job fair this Wednesday at Atlantic County Park. No appointments are necessary for candidates 18 years and older who have a valid driver’s license. Each position is full-time, year-round and located at the county park. Visit www.atlanticcountynj.gov for more information.
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, March 27
Throwback Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate
Join JFS Village as they present an educational brunch program which will focus on Jewish farmers in the Garden State. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom. RSVP by March 25 by emailing Bella at bnketia@jfsvillage.org.
Northfield Mothers League Spaghetti Dinner
5-7 p.m.
Northfield Community School, 2000 New Road
Join the Mothers League for their annual dinner. Enjoy an evening of spaghetti and meatballs, salad, Italian bread, dessert and beverage, along with a silent auction and music by DJ Ken Schaffer. Eat in or take out. Tickets are $12. Call 609-214-2835 for more information.
Saturday, March 29
Free Lung Cancer Screening
9 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 lung cancer screening event. If you are 50 to 80 years of age and a current smoker or have quit smoking in the past 15 years, a low-dose CT screening may be right for you. For more information and/or to schedule an appointment, call 609-653-3923.
Sunday, March 30
Places of Worship Presentation
2 p.m.
Atlantic County Historical Society, 907 Shore Road, Somers Point
The Roundtable of Historical Organizations will host a presentation on “Places of Worship in Early Atlantic County.” Admission is free; light refreshments will be served.
Monday, March 31
Memory Connections
1 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. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom. RSVP by March 24 by emailing Bella at bnketia@jfsvillage.org.
Bus Trips
Offshore Gardens Visits Jenkins Arboretum
Thurs. May 22
Travel to Jenkins Arboretum and Gardens and Chanticleer. $125 per person includes travel, lunch, gardens and tour. The bus will leave from the Target parking lot in Somers Point at 8 a.m. Call or email Janet Toland by March 31 at 609-369-0449 or email golfer_nurse@hotmail.com.
Health and Wellness
MHA Atlantic Family Meetings
Thursday, March 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. Day and evening meetings include an educational segment as well as support in the form of stress-reduction, self-care, resources and advocacy. 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, April 2, 1:30 p.m.
6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing
Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1:30 to p.m. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
NAMI Family Support and Connection Meeting
Monday, April 14, 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.
Do you have an upcoming event? Let us know about it! Submit your next event to shorelocalevents@gmail.com.
