Light & Sound Healing Arts Festival
Saturday, May 1st from 1-9pm
Absecon Lighthouse 31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City
Sea Goddess Healing Arts presents Light & Sound Healing Arts Festival, a fundraising event for the Absecon Lighthouse, featuring Crystal Singing Bowls Sound Bath Experience. Plus, enjoy free yoga for all ages, meditations, workshops, live music, drum circle, vendors, discounted tower climbs and more. Free to the public. Donations accepted. Call Absecon Lighthouse at 609-449-1360 to learn more.
Ocean City Block Party Table Sales
Ocean City Block Party Table Sales. The event will not include the outside crafters and vendors that highlight the traditional Spring Block Party, but store owners will display their local merchandise on tables set up outside their storefronts and offer discounts and specials. The table sales will be open throughout the weekend of May 1- 2.
Linwood CROPS Markets
Saturdays from 9am-12pm
Central Square 199 New Rd. Linwood
Open Saturdays through May 22nd. Learn more at facebook.com/cropsmarkets.
Down on the Farm Springtime Market
Sundays from 12-4pm
Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy 100 Dennisville-Petersburg Rd. Petersburg
Misty Meadow’s Springtime Market is Open. Stop by on Sundays through May 16th for market vendors, farm tours, food, mini lamb camps, hayrides, petting zoo and more. Learn more at mistymeadowsheepdairy.com.
St. Peter’s Annual Flowers, Vegetables & Plant Sale
Saturday, May 1st from 9-11am
Corner of Central and 8th Street, Ocean City
Sales benefit St. Peters UMW Projects. Plants provided by Galloway Nursery.
Scout Show
Saturday, May 8, 2021, (10 am – 5 pm),
Historic Smithville Village Green, 615 E. Moss Mill Road.
Free outdoor expo showcasing scouting activities such as archery, map and compass, fishing, camping and pinewood derby cars. Cub Scout, Scouts BSA, Sea Scout and Venturing units are for boys and girls ages 6 to 20 years old. Meet scouting units from the area, see demonstrations, participate in activities and register with a local scouting unit.
Upper Township Shredding Truck
Saturday, May 1st from 9am-12pm
Foglio’s Flooring Center 344 S. Shore Rd. Marmora
The annual Shredding Truck Event for Businesses and Residents will be held this Saturday. There is a limit of five (5) banker boxes. All binders and metal clips should be removed. Attendees are encouraged to drop off Food Pantry donations. Businesses can register online at bit.ly/May1stEarthDayBag. Address any questions at upperbiz25@gmail.com.
Ocean City Free Paper-Shredding Day
Saturday, May 1st from 8am-3pm
Shelter Road Recycling Center Tennessee Ave.
This no-contact event will observe all public health guidelines. The event is free to residents and property owners in Ocean City. Please bring a driver’s license or other proof of residency/home ownership.
Senior Dance Society
Tuesdays from 7:30-10pm
Somers Point Fire Co. #1 437 Bethel Rd. Somers Point
Dancers and music lovers are invited to the Senior Dance Society this Tuesday. Enjoy a live musical duo, social dancing and line dancing. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. Admission is $10. Open to singles and couples. For more information, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.
OC Rotary Red Cross Blood Drive
Friday, May 14th from 10am-3pm
Ocean City Senior Center 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City
For more information or to make an appointment to donate, call 609-412-3459 or sign up online at www.RedCrossBlood.org with the sponsor code ocrotary.
Art
SatARTDays
Saturdays at 12pm
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
A new series of 6 free children’s art classes will take place every Saturday in the Spring of 2021 with a professional artist at the Noyes Arts Garage. Free art classes will begin April 3rd and run for 6 weeks until May 8th for Atlantic City residents. Register online at artsgarageac.com.
Kids
The Bug Girl StoryWalk
Now – May 31st
Lake Memorial Park 407 Wesley Ave. Ocean City
Learn the true story of The Bug Girl, written by Sophia Spencer and Margaret McNamara and Illustrated by Kerascoet while you walk through the park. Find the laminated bugs throughout the park for a chance to win a special prize. Stop by the Children’s Desk at the Ocean City Library between now and May 31st to receive a bug-themed craft kit. To learn more, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Virtual Children’s Story Time
Tuesdays and 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 and contain everything you need for a fun activity each week. Call 609-487-7403 or visit longportpubliclibrary.org to learn more.
Virtual Rhythm & Rhymes
Wednesdays at 10:30am
Virtual story time for children ages birth to 2. All story times will be held virtually on Zoom. To learn more, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Berries and You: Perfect Together (Virtual)
Tuesday, May 11th at 6:30pm
Join Longport Public Library for a seminar that explores the health benefits of berries with a focus on the berries of New Jersey. Tasting and a beautiful booklet of berry recipes included. Call 609-487-7403 or visit longportpubliclibrary.org for more information or to register.
Crafting with Kite Paper
Tuesday, May 11th at 6:30pm
Learn how to make beautiful window stars with kite paper. Because window stars are created with specific folds, this craft is best suited for children 7 and older. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Lectures and Workshops
An Evening with Nathaniel Hawthorne (Virtual)
Friday, April 30th at 7pm
For this presentation, Nathaniel Hawthorne (portrayed by literary historian Rob Veletta) will return thanks to the wonders of modern technology to read some of his short works which explore the dark side of human nature. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Ocean City Library Virtual Lecture Series: From Hive to Honey
Thursday, May 6th at 7pm
Learn about the European honeybee, their lifecycle, and some basics of beekeeping. This lecture will be presented by Jen Sawyer, Program Associate with Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Mother’s Day Manicure Event
Friday, May 7th from 11:30am-3pm
New Day FSC 622-624 S. New York Rd. Galloway
New Day Family Success Center will have paraffin wax & manicure kits for you. Registration on Eventbrite or by phone is required. Please call 609-652-0230 or visit facebook.com/newdaygalloway for more information.
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.
Tech Drop-In
Wednesday, May 5th from 3:30-6pm
Got a tech issue? Setting up a new device? Interested in accessing Digital Library materials? Let Ocean City Library help. Their reference librarian Kyle can assist with one-on-one instruction. Registration is required. To learn more or to register, visit oceancitylibrary.org/events/tech-drop.
UTBA Virtual Professional Development Workshop
Thursday, May 13th at 12pm
Cyber attacks are a growing and constant concern for small businesses. This workshop will highlight the ongoing threats for computer systems and how to mitigate the risks for your business and yourself. Visit the UTBA Eventbrite page at upper-twp-business-association.eventbrite.com.
Health and Wellness
Virtual Yoga Session
Thursdays at 9:30am
Registration is now open for Longport Public Library’s yoga session. Virtual classes are held each week through May 27th. Registration is required. 609-487-7403 or visit longportpubliclibrary.org for more information or to register.
Rising Minds Virtual Meetings
Thursdays at 6pm
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. To receive a link by email and join our virtual meeting, contact btrendler@mhanj.org or join via zoom.us/join and enter Meeting ID: 971 713 914, Password 503416 Visit mhanj.org for more information.
Virtual Heartfulness Group Meditation
Thursdays at 7:25pm
Join Heartfulness every Thursday night on Zoom for group meditation classes. The class is free and open to all and no experience is necessary. Visit facebook.com/MeditateSJ to learn more.
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. Class is open to adults at all fitness levels. No experience required. Visit acfpl.org to register.
Free Community Yoga Class
Saturdays at 10am
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Join the Noyes Arts Garage and the Leadership Studio for free yoga in the art gallery. Classes are every Saturday. Masks are required and please bring your own yoga mat. Parking is $4 in the Wave Garage. Sign up online at leadershipstudioac.com/class-schedule.
Children’s Health Fair
Saturday, May 1st from 12-3pm
Inland FSC 3050 Spruce Ave. Egg Harbor Township
Join Inland FSC to learn about the community organizations that are local to our area who work to prevent childhood abuse & neglect. Pre-registration is required. Please email inlandfsc@gmail.com for more information.
Virtual Meditation
Sundays at 7:15pm
The Mental Health Association of Atlantic County presents a guided, calming meditation or breathing exercise. To receive a link by email and join the group online, email btrendler@mhanj.org or call 609-652-3800 ext. 318 or join via zoom.us/join. Meeting ID: 849 3665 7008, Password 184661.
Virtual Coping Skills
Tuesdays at 4pm
Participants discover and practice coping skills through journaling, self-care, and other common avenues of wellness. To receive a link by email and join the group online, email btrendler@mhanj.org or call 609-652-3800 or join via zoom.us/join. Meeting ID: 841 2648 1496, Password 958411.
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.
Too Much Stuff? Virtual Group
Wednesday, May 5th at 1pm
The Mental Health Association of Atlantic County offers an online support group for individuals with clutter challenges, collecting behaviors or a hoarding tendency. To receive a link for this meeting email cquinn@mhanj.org or call 609-652-3800 ext. 303.
A call-in option is available for this meeting at 929-205-6099.
Depression and Anxiety Virtual Groups
Wednesdays at 6pm & Thursdays at 10:30am
This peer-led group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, self-care, wellness/recovery as well as discussion of experiences, relationships and other related topics. To receive a link by email for the Thursday group, contact btrendler@mhanj.org, call 609-652-3800 ext. 303 or visit mhaac.info. The call-in number for the Wednesday group is 609-241-9388, then type in ID 149330.
Men’s Wellness Virtual Group
Thursday, May 6th at 6pm
This online group meets online via Zoom or by call-in at 6pm on the first and third Thursday of each month. Topics vary, but may include setting personal goals, substance use, anger management, and coping strategies for better health, family/relationships. To receive a link, email bhuff@mhanj.org, call 609-652-3800 or join via zoom.us/join and enter Meeting ID: 879 7103 8031, Password 847497 Visit mhanj.org for more information.
Atlantic-Cape May RTC Virtual Meeting
Wednesday, May 19th at 9am
The Atlantic-Cape May Regional Tobacco Collective will hold a virtual Spring meeting via Zoom. Find out how you can promote tobacco-free prevention and education strategies to impact the well-being and health of all community members. Learn more at tobaccofreenj.com.
