Events and Happenings

events and happenings

October 15th

Scullville Terror in the Junkyard

Friday and Saturday from 7-10pm & Sunday from 7-9pm

Flemings Junkyard  353 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township

The Scullville Volunteer Fire Company is hosting its annual Terror in the Junkyard, now through October 30th. Hayride Tickets are $12, Maze Tickets are $8 and Combo Tickets are $15. Learn more at scullvillefire.org.

Beehive: The ‘60s Musical

Friday & Saturday at 7pm and Sunday at 2pm

Ocean City Music Pier

Beehive the 60’s Musical is a wild toe-tapping, head shakin’ musical tribute to the rockin’ women who made the music of the era so special – everyone from Lesley Gore to Janis Joplin, from the Sherlies to the Supremes, Aretha Franklin to Tina Turner, and every woman in between. With two dozen beloved hits, the show takes you on a journey through song. Purchase tickets at the Music Pier Box Office or by visiting oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

October 16th

CROPS Market Linwood

9am-12pm

Central Square, Linwood

Saturdays through October 30th. Learn more at facebook.com/cropsmarkets.

Atlantic County Electronic Recycling

9am-12pm

4-H Fairgrounds  3210 Route 50, South Egg Harbor

The Electronic Recycling Fundraiser was created to give the community a place to drop off their unwanted electronics inn a responsible way. The products that we receive are either re-purposed for 4-H or recycled by a certified electronic recycling company which in return makes a donation back to Atlantic County 4-H. To learn more about accepted items, visit ac4hfair.org/electronic-recycling or contact ac4hfairgrounds@gmail.com.

Marine Mammal Stranding Center Pup Strut

9-11am

17th Street & Beach, Brigantine

“Dogs lending a paw to help seal pups.” Learn about the seals of New Jersey. $25 per dog; includes Cupid the Seal Bandana for Pup & MMSC dog tag for Human. Pre-registration online required at mmsc.org. Keep your pup and seal pups safe… stay leashed and 150 feet away from resting seals.

Horsepower By the Bay Car and Boat Show

10am-3pm

Bay Avenue and Harbor Lane, Somers Point

The 7th Annual Horsepower by the Bay will feature everything from Hot Rods to Antiques, Muscle Cars, Street Rods, Classic and Vintage Boats, Flea Market and more. No restrictions on vehicles. For more information, contact 609-204-6523 or coupe1956@aol.com.

Ventnor Block Party

10am-5pm

Ventnor Avenue from Troy to Portland Aves.

Save the date for the Ventnor Block Party and Beer Garden. Enjoy a wide array of crafters, food and music. Visit facebook.com/ventnorcityspecialevents to learn more.

AppleFest

10am-3pm

John Wesley Gandy Farm  26 Tyler Rd. Ocean View

Presented by the Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township. Enjoy a full day of demonstrations by traditional craft artisans, apple pie baking contest, children’s activities, music, refreshments and much more. Plus, Walk the Gandy FarmsteadFree parking and admission. For more information, call 609-626-2435 and leave a message, or e-mail uppertwphistory@yahoo.com.

Porsche Boardwalk Reunion

11:30am-4pm

Ocean City Boardwalk from 6th-14th Streets

Over 350 Porsches of all models and years between 1954 and 2021 are expected. Free Tech Sessions and Porche related topics open to all at the Music Pier. 

Scullville Trunk or Treat

12-3pm

Flemings Junkyard  353 Zion Rd. EHT. Scullville Volunteer Fire Company’s Trunk or Treat will be a fun time for both children and adults with candy, treats, food trucks, drinks, music and a farmers market. Entry for the Trunk or Treat is $5 per children; adults and children 2 and under are free. Please avoid scary/gory decorations or costumes.

Smithville Costume Pet Parade

1pm

Historic Smithville  615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Spectators can watch 100+ pets show off their unique Halloween costumes. To enter your pet you must be pre-registered by calling Paw Dazzle at 609-748-7110.

Oktoberfest at Misty Meadow

5-9pm

Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy  100 Dennisville-Petersburg Rd. Petersburg

Join Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy and Ludlam Island Brewery’s First Annual Oktoberfest. Ludlam Island Brewery will have three Oktoberfest brews available for your first free pour and for purchase. This is an adults-only event. Learn more and purchase tickets at mistymeadowsheepdairy.com.

Stand Up Comedy
& Cocktails

6pm

Harbor Pines Golf Club  500 St. Andrews Dr. EHT

Harbor Pines Golf Club presents an evening with four of South Jersey’s funniest comedians, including headliner Robbin Fox. Plus, enjoy a deluxe fall harvest buffet. Tickets are $59 per person and includes tax and service fee. Advance ticket purchases are required. Please call 609-927-0006 ext. 23 or go to harborpines.com.

October 17th

HERO Walk &
1 Mile Fun Run

10am

6th Street and the Boardwalk

The HERO Walk & Fun Run is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of safe and sober designated drivers, and to honor and remember those who have lost a loved one to a drunk driver. Register online or sign up at the event. Visit herocampaign.org/events for more information.

Batsto Country Living Fair

10am-4pm

Batsto Village

There will be something country for everyone. The event will feature crafts, exhibits, musicians, old-time engines & cars, food, antiques, farm equipment and more. Learn more at batstovillage.org.

Smithville Corvette Show

11am-5pm

Historic Smithville  615 E. Moss Mill Rd.

Rain date is October 24th. Visit historicsmithville.com for more information.

CROPS Chelsea Market

12-3pm

O’Donnell Park  3051 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City

Sundays through October 31st. Learn more at facebook.com/cropsmarkets.

Fall Farmers Market
at Misty Meadow

12-4pm

Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy  100 Dennisville-Petersburg Rd. Petersburg

Sundays through October 31st. Enjoy local vendors, live music, fall festivities, farm tours and fun for everyone. Learn more at mistymeadowsheepdairy.com.

Cape Shore Chorale Concert

3pm

Holy Trinity Episcopal Church  2998 Bay Ave. Ocean City

Cape Shore Chorale, under the direction of Scott Brenier, will present Schubert’s Mass in G with chamber orchestra this Sunday. Guest tenor soloist will be Reid Shriver, recipient of the Cape Shore Chorale Scholarship now attending Temple University. Free admission, donations welcome.

October 18th

Gida’s Club South Jersey Fall Classic Golf Tournament

Linwood Country Club  500 Shore Rd.

Register today for the 2021 GCSJ Fall Classic Golf Tournament. Space is limited, so don’t hesitate to book your spot. Learn more at gildasclubsouthjersey.org.

October 19th

Tuesday Tasting

6:30pm

Longport Public Library  2305 Atlantic Ave.

Chef Amy of Stir It Up Catering will offer a demonstration of Sweet Potato Pancakes with maple crème fraiche. The recipe will be presented with vegan and non-vegan options. Masks are required. This is a free event but registration is required. Call 609-487-7403 for more information.

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.

October 22nd

Fourth Friday at Nashville
North Studios

3-8pm

210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood

This month’s exhibit is entitled “Harmonic Overtones,” featuring Doreen Khebzou. Music will be led by The Shore Thing Band. Please make your reservation by calling 609-504-5044.

Hamilton Historical
Society Ghost Walk

5:30-8:30pm

Tours begin at 5:30pm and leave every fifteen minutes. Reservations required. Visit hamiltonhistorical.org to learn more.

Sea Isle City Halloween Parade

7pm

Landis Avenue from 45th Street to JFK Blvd.

A Halloween Dance Party will take place immediately after the parade at Excursion Park, featuring seasonal music in a family-friendly atmosphere. All are invited to attend.

October 23rd

Smithville Monster Bash

10am-6:30pm

Historic Smithville  615 E. Moss Mill Rd.

Vendors will line the Smithville Village all day; autograph signings by Horror Queen Genoveva Rossi, Acey Slade from Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Pumpkin Carving and Painting Contest and Costume Contest with a $100 cash prize; registration for the event is at Underground until 4pm. Rain date is October 30th.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s

10am-3pm

Ocean City Civic Center and Field  6th Street and the Boardwalk

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is full of flowers, each carried by someone committed to ending the disease. You can join us at the Ocean City event or Walk From Home in your neighborhood. No matter where you participate, know that your health and safety are our top priorities. To learn more, or to sign up as a volunteer, go to act.alz.org,

4-H Open House & Trunk or Treat

2-4pm

Atlantic County 4-H Center & Fairgrounds  3210 Route 50, Mays Landing

Join Atlantic County 4-H for their Trunk or Treat event. This will, be a glowingly fun event, geared towards families and children of all ages. Participants will enjoy a safe and fun way to trick or treat and learn more about the 4-H program. Costumes are encouraged. For questions, call 609-625-0056 or visit ac4hfair.org.

HSOC’s “Howl-O-Ween” Parade

3pm

Ocean City Boardwalk from 6th – 14th Streets

Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Contestants are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in zany, fun Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season. HSOC’s “Pet of the Year” will be the event’s Grand Marshal. Registration begins at 2pm at the Sports & Civic Center. The parade begins at 3pm. For more information, call 609-399-6111.

October 25th

Elizabeth Alton “Beauty is Never Enough”

6:30pm

Longport Public Library  2305 Atlantic Ave.

Join Longport Public Library and Karen Alton for a discussion of Elizabeth Alton’s memoir, Beauty is Never Enough. The book is a memoir of Alton’s life including her community service, especially her participation in the New Jersey Federation of Women’s Clubs and the establishment of Stockton University. This event will take place in the Longport Commission Chambers. Masks are required. This is a free event but registration is required. Call 609-487-7403 for more information.

October 26th

Tuckahoe River Rain Barrel Workshop

5:30-7:30pm

Upper Twp. Wellness Center  1369 Stagecoach Rd. Ocean View

Hosted by the Upper Township Sustainable Green Team. The workshop, for Upper Township residents, will include a water conservation presentation as well as guided instruction session for attendees to build their own rain barrel. Registration is required. Sign up at uppertwpgreenteam.wordpress.com.

October 27th

Tech Drop-In

3:30-6pm

Ocean City Library  1735 Simpson Ave.

Got a tech issue? Setting up a new device? Interested in accessing Digital Library materials? Let us help. Our librarian Kyle can assist with one-on-one instruction. Registration required. Register online at oceancitylibrary.org/calendar.

October 29th

Glowball Golf

4pm

Harbor Pines Golf Club  500 St. Andrew’s Drive, Egg Harbor Township

Looking for a fun way to spend Halloween weekend? Bring your favorite golf clubs, some friends, and a great attitude and head to Harbor Pines for an evening of Glowball Golf. The festivities begin with a light buffet dinner at 4pm, followed by a 6pm shotgun start. The entertainment keeps on going with an after-gold dance party with drink and food specials until 11pm. Costumes are highly encouraged for this glowing event. Tickets are $69 per person. Sign up today by calling 609-926-0006 ext. 23 or visit harborpines.com.

Health and Wellness

Rising Minds Peer-Led Support Group

Thursdays at 6pm

A Free Peer-Led Support Group Ran by and for 18-30 year olds. Share experiences, develop tools for self-care, connect with others who understand and engage in honest conversations about mental health. For more information, call 609-652-3800 ext. 318 of email btrendler@mhanj.org.

Free Community Yoga Class

Saturdays at 10am

Noyes Arts Garage  2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City

Join Noyes Art Garage for yoga in the art gallery. Classes are every Saturday. Masks are required and please bring your own yoga matt. Parking is $4 in the Wave Garage. Sign up at facebook.com/artsgarageac.

Pandemic Wellness

Mondays at 7pm

You’re invited to a community support & discussion group that addresses how life is going at this point in the pandemic and how to manage the accompanying stress. For more information, visit mhanj.org. Zoom Meeting ID: 869 9749 6142 Password: 981708

Gratitude Coffee Talk

Wednesdays at 9am

Grab your coffee and join us virtually as we use the gift of gratitude to disrupt the stress and anxiety many of us are feeling during this difficult time. Join Zoom Meeting ID: 201464217 Password: 597944 or call 929-205-6099. This is a program of the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County. Learn more at mhaac.info.

Let’s Talk

Wednesdays at 4:30pm

Each week we will participate in a presentation and discussion of a wellness topic. Topics include but are not limited to mental health, coping skills, relationships, self-esteem and more. Join Zoom Meeting ID: 847 2224 7740 Password: 230403. For questions, call 609-652-3800 ext. 318 or email btrendler@mhanj.org. This is a program of the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County. Learn more at mhaac.info.

Bus Trips

Little Island on the Hudson

Thursday, October 21st

Ocean City Arts Center is now taking reservations for a second bus to New York City. The main attraction is Little Island, an enchanted oasis on the Hudson River. Located on Manhattan’s West Side, Little Island is a 2.4 acre park, preening atop a bouquet of tulip-shaped columns. Also within walking distance are The High Line, Chelsea Market and Whitney Museum of American Art. Cost per person is $68. Reservations Required. Call 609-399-7628 for more details.

Christmas Bus Trip to NYC

Thursday, December 2nd

Ocean City Arts Center is hosting a bus trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. See the Annual Candle-lit Christmas Tree, exhibitions on Japan: A History of Style, Crossroads, and Surrealism Beyond Boarders. Other Art Museums in the area include the NY Historical Society Museum and Neue Gallery. Cost per person is $64. Reservations Required. Call 609-399-7628 for more details.

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