JUNE 25TH
Smithville Car Cruise
Friday, June 25th from 5-8pm
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
A car cruise at Smithville is a simply a great place to hang out with fellow car enthusiasts. Just drive to the side parking lot of the Village Greene and near the red covered bridge, you will see the orange cones set up. Cruise on down to Smithville.
Boardwalk Budz
Friday, June 25th – Sunday, June 27th
Showboat Atlantic City 801 Boardwalk
Boardwalk Budz is a 3 day lifestyle event featuring vendors, live music, pro wrestling, comedy shows, food trucks and so much more. Follow facebook.com/boardwalkbudz for more updates.
Monopoly City Music Series & Gilda’s Fundraiser
Friday, June 25th at 5:30pm
Bourre AC 201 S. New York Ave. Atlantic City
WeStar Productions presents another great night of music live from the Orange Loop on the High Noon Summer Stage. Join us for an incredible music event, featuring performances by Beth Tinnon Trio and Almost U2. All proceeds from the ticket sales and online donations will benefit Gilda’s Club South Jersey. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. To purchase in advance, head to westarproductions.co/bourre.
EHT Rhythm in the Park
Fridays from 7-9pm
Tony Canale Park
Concerts run Fridays at the Robert J. Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park. This Friday, June 25th, Jim Craine & the Atlantic City All-Stars perform.
JUNE 26TH
Margate Beachstock
Saturday, June 26th from 8am-10pm
Beach between Granville & Huntington Ave.
The Planet’s 10th Annual Biggest Beach Party is back. Food, crafts, beer garden, all day music, South Pacific Island Dancers, kid’s activities, volleyball tournament, free surfing lessons for kids, demonstrations and lessons, Catch the Wave Cornhole Tournament, bonfire on the beach, movie on the beach and more. Learn more at margatehasmore.com. Rain date June 27th.
Bungalow Beach Boardwalk Run
Saturday, June 26th at 8am
Atlantic City Boardwalk
Join the Atlantic City Marathon Race Series and 1,000 of our favirote runners at the breezy beachfront bistro. The 5 mile run kicks off on the Atlantic City Boardwalk and ends with a 100 yard dash to the finish line on the sand along side the Atlantic Ocean. Finish at Atlantic City’s Bungalow Beach to enjoy music and great food and drink in the Ibiza style beach bar. Register and learn more at acraceseries.com.
Somers Point Art in the Park
Saturday, June 26th from 10am-4pm
John F. Kennedy Park Broadway
Join the Somers Point Arts Commission for an Outdoor Art Festival overlooking the beautiful Great Egg Harbor Bay. Features include an Art Exhibit and Sale of fine art painting and photography. Awards are given and include a People’s Choice award. In addition, there’s Music throughout the day, a Children’s Clothesline Art Exhibit from students in Somers Point’s Schools, Art Activities for kids, Food, and Much More. The event is Free and Open to the Public. Learn more at artintheparksomerspt.weebly.com.
Ocean City Antique Auto Show
Saturday, June 26th from 9am-2pm
Ocean City Tabernacle
Over 300 vintage vehicles will be featured on the Tabernacle grounds, followed by a boardwalk parade after 2pm. For more information, visit https://jerseycape.aaca.com.
7th Annual Sea Isle Stomps Cancer 5K/Walk
Saturday, June 26th at 9am
Oar House Pub 318 42nd Place
Learn more and register at bringinghopehome.org.
Somers Point Art in the Park
Saturday, June 26th from 10am-4pm
John F. Kennedy Park Broadway
Join the Somers Point Arts Commission for an Outdoor Art Festival overlooking the beautiful Great Egg Harbor Bay. Features include an Art Exhibit and Sale of fine art painting and photography. Awards are given and include a People’s Choice award. In addition, there’s Music throughout the day, a Children’s Clothesline Art Exhibit from students in Somers Point’s Schools, Art Activities for kids, Food, and Much More. The event is Free and Open to the Public. Learn more at artintheparksomerspt.weebly.com.
123Rotary “Flags for Heroes”
The Rotary Club of Ocean City and Upper Township has kicked off its 2nd year Flags for Heroes campaign this Summer that will benefit local youth programs. A Flags for Heroes Sponsor recognizes Heroes by flying an American Flag in their Honor. The 7 foot flags along with a keepsake will be sponsored for $50 and displayed for fourteen days at Ocean City Veterans Memorial Park. To honor a hero in your life, contact President Randi Scheck at 609-412-3459 or any OCUT Rotary member, or visit ocutrotary.org and download a copy of the FFH application to mail in with your check.
Ventnor Summer Beach Jam
Saturdays from 5-9pm
Newport Avenue Beach
Join the City of Ventnor for Live music behind the Ventnor Library and Cultural Center. The venue is on the beach and features a playground. Live music begins at 6pm with food and crafts ready to serve you at 5pm. This week, enjoy live music by the classic rock band Crazy Uncle.
JUNE 27TH
Josie & the Pussycats Musical Paws Fundraiser
Sunday, June 27th from 2-6pm
Josie Kelly’s Public House 980 Shore Rd. Somers Point
The Humane Society of Ocean City presents its Musical Paws Fundraiser featuring Cocmic Charlie, Nancy Malcun, Carrie Jane, Toni Teschner, Dead Reckoning and an All-Star Jam Finale. Enjoy a day of food, fun, music, games and prizes. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Purchase your tickets at eventbrite.com/e/josies-the-pussycats-tickets-157234144559.
Absecon Concerts in the Park
Sundays at 7pm
Heritage Park
The City of Absecon presents Concerts in the Park, an evening of fun, friends and food. This week, enjoy live music by the Tom Allen Band as they play 70s and 80s Rock & Roll and Funk. Free admission. Bring your own chair or blanket.
JUNE 28TH
Judy Collins & Richard Thompson
Monday, June 28th at 7pm
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
Legendary singer-songwriter Judy Collins has lent her iconic voice to an impressive range of genres over her five-decades career, from her beloved folk work to acclaimed forays into rock and show tunes. Tickets available at Ticketmaster. Rescheduled from June 29, 2020 – all original tickets honored.
JUNE 29TH
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. Kathryn Murray said “Put a Little Fun in Your Life.” Listen to the music, or kick up your heels. For more information, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.
JUNE 30TH
Meet Our Margate Firefighters
Wednesday, June 30th at 6:30pm
Margate Library 8100 Atlantic Ave.
Meet the Margate Fire Department for demonstrations, vehicles, hoses, food, music and fun. Held at the Margate Library Parking Lot. Weather permitting.
JULY 1ST
Thrilling Thursdays in Margate
Thursdays starting July 1st
Enjoy Free Beach Day, Sidewalk Sales and Free Movies on the Beach beginning at 7pm Cornhole Recreational play from 6-7pm at the beach between Granville and Huntington Avenues, between the Martin Bloom Pavilion. Learn more at margatehasmore.com.
Thrilling Thursday Movies on the Beach
Thursday, July 1st at 7pm
Granville and Huntington Avenue Beach behind the Martin Bloom Pavilion
This week, enjoy a showing of the new Tom and Jerry movie. Movies begin at 7pm and will be shown on a digital screen. Free Recreational Cornhole play begins at 6pm. Rain date is Friday. Movies subject to change or cancellation. Learn more at margatehasmore.com.
JULY 2ND
AtlantiCare Somers Point Beach Concert
Dane Anthony Band
William Morrow Beach, located between Higbee and New Jersey Avenues on Bay Ave in Somers Point. Shows Are Free And Start At 7PM.
JULY 4TH
The American Mile
Sunday, July 4th at 6:30pm
Longport Fire House 2305 Atlantic Ave. Longport
Sponsored by the Longport Volunteer Fire Department. The race will start and 11th Avenue traveling north; the finish line will be on Atlantic Ave. between 29th & Pellham. Pre-registration is online. Register before June 20th (no same day registration). Race day packet pickup will take place at the firehouse from 9am-1pm and 4-6pm. Learn more and register at runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Longport/TheAmericanMile.
Farmers Markets
Margate Community Farmers Market
Thursdays from 8:30am-12pm
Steve & Cookie’s by the Bay 9700 Amherst Ave.
Learn more at margatehasmore.com.
Ventnor City Farmers Markets
Fridays from 8:30am-12pm
Atlantic & Newport Avenues
Learn more at facebook.com/Ventnorcityfarmersmarket.
Brigantine Farmers Market
Saturdays from 8am-12pm
Brigantine Community School Parking Lot at Sheridan Blvd.
Learn more at facebook.com/brigantinefarmersmarket.
Scullville Market
Sunday, June 27th from 10am-1pm
Scullville Vol. Fire Company 1708 Somers Point-Mays Landing Rd. EHT
Support local businesses and purchase fresh local produce and artisanal items. The Scullville Market operates on Sundays through June 27th. Visit Scullville Auxiliary on Facebook or email aux@scullvillefire.org for more information.
Sea Isle City Farmers Market
Tuesdays from 8am-1pm
Excursion Park JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave.
Shop local every Tuesday morning through September 7th. Visitors and residents are encouraged to browse and shop a variety of local produce and vendors and check out more than 30 vendors before hitting the beach, making it the perfect Tuesday morning ritual.
Ocean City Farmers Market
Wednesdays from 8am-1pm
Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds
Every Wednesday June 30th through September 8th.
Galloway Green Market
Thursdays from 4-7pm
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.
It’s just not summer without a local farmers market. Stop by the Village Greene to get your veggies, produce, seafood and all things locally grown. Learn more at gogreengalloway.org.
Art
Longport Art Exhibit
Now – June 30th
Longport Public Library 2305 Atlantic Ave.
The Longport Public Library Art Gallery is back in the library. Our June Featured Artist is Trisha Randolph. Stop in the library to see her work.
Fourth Friday at Nashville North Studios
Friday, June 25th from 3-8pm
210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood
Nashville North Studios presents their Fourth Friday opening art exhibition, Sand in Your Shoes, featuring Chuck Law, double book signing by Susan Ireland and Lennox Warner and music by Toni Teschner. Timed entry with reservation and facemask required. Please call 609-504-5044 to reserve your time.
Kids
EHT Monday Morning Madness
Monday, June 28th at 11am
Tony Canale Park
A youth entertainment series. Shows begin Mondays at 11am at the Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater. This Monday, Curriers presents Everyone Loves Bubbles.
Wacky Wednesday – Taffy Sculpting
Wednesday, June 30th at 10:30am
Ocean City Music Pier
Use your creativity to shape and sculpt Shriver’s salt water taffy into your own unique masterpiece. Contest is free and open to all ages. For more information, call 609-399-6111.
Family-Friendly Bingo
Monday, July 5th at 6:30pm
Longport Public Library 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Join Longport Public Library for a few rounds of family-friendly bingo. Each winner will receive a prize. This event will be held at the gazebo behind Borough Hall. Registration for this event is required. If you and your family would like to participate, please call 609-487-7403.
Health and Wellness
Summer Yoga in Longport
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 9:30am
Longport Borough Hall 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Classes will be held in-person at the gazebos behind Borough Hall and will be live streamed. Registration is required and spots are limited. Please call 609-487-7403 to register.
Nature
Somers Point Garden Contest
Now – July 7th
The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point is hosting a Garden Contest. Categories include flower garden, window boxes and container gardens, vegetable gardens, commercial business gardens and junior gardens (age 12 & under). Must be a resident of Somers Point. Entry forms available at Somers Point City Hall and Somers Point Library. For questions, call Carol Bannett at 609-204-4107 or email rosemaryevans@verizon.net.
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