December 28th
Smithville Holiday Light Show
Now-January 6th
from 5:30-8:30pm
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
Watch as over 150 floating Christmas trees dance to your favorite Holiday tunes throughout Lake Meone.
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.
December 29th
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.
Winter Wonderland
4-9pm
Josie Kelly’s Public House 908 Shore Rd. Somers Point.
Magic Events presents its first annual family event, Winter Wonderland. Join them in the Adare Ballroom for this holiday event with characters, entertainment, face-painting, magic show, gigantic bubble show, games, giveaways and more. Dinner included for all, choosing from a special menu on the day. Get your ticket now at magiceventsusa.com. Space is limited.
December 31st
First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration
4pm-12am
The headliner for First Night 2022 is the Grammy-winning group Tavares.
The rides at Wonderland Pier will return this year, and other returning favorites include the ice-skating rink, inflatables, the Harlem Wizards, Dan Cain Mentalist, a karaoke party, magician Chad Juros, a Country Line Dance Experience and the Legacy Band. For admission buttons and more information, visit firstnightocnj.com or call 609-399-6111.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Sea Isle City
8pm
JFK Blvd. Beach
Join Sea Isle City for a spectacular Fireworks display on the beach.
Showboat Hotel
This bash comes complete with a 5 hour open bar (6 hour for VIPs!), multiple party venues, live concert (House of Blues venue), incredible & unique lounge (former Foundation Room), live band room with light show, and VIP area with catered buffets.
Frozen Fantasy
NEW YEARS EVE 2022
3 Hour Open Bar 9pm-12
Plus … A Complimentary Champagne Toast at Midnight!
Party Favors + Noise Makers for EVERYONE!
We have turned Anthem Lounge into an Arctic Adult Playground
with Glistening Entertainment all night by Go Events Entertainment & Shimmering Decor
Cool Beats by
DJ SoulChild & DJ Vito G
The Gatsby Experience at Sweetwater Riverdeck’s New Year’s Eve Bash!
BOURRE, Atlantic City: New Year’s Eve at Bourré promises to be a night filled with affordable fun. Entry is $10 advanced $20 at the door.
Atlantic City New Year’s Eve 2021/2022 Fireworks Time
Friday, December 31st. Starting at 9 PM.
The Vue Rooftop Bar at the Claridge Hotel in Atlantic City
Ring in 2022 in historic elegance atop of the Claridge Hotel at Atlantic City’s only rooftop bar, the Vue. Enjoy a 3 hour Open Bar (9pm-12am), 2 hours of butlered hors d’ oeuvres (9pm-11pm), champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight. And of course we can’t forget about the party favors. Darin MacDonald on the piano from 8pm to 10pm, and DJ Brandyn from 10pm to 1am.
January 1st
OCNJ First Day Shopping Extravaganza
Downtown Asbury Avenue
Welcome the New Year by shopping for tremendous bargains in Downtown Ocean City, Asbury Avenue from 6th Street to 14th Street. Free Horse & Carriage Rides Noon to 3pm; 6th & Asbury Ave. For more information, call 609-399-6111.
OCNJ First Day 5K Boardwalk Run
11am-12:30pm
Ocean City Music Pier Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk
Pre-register at ocnj.us/race-events. For more information, call 609-399-6111.
Atlantic City Polar Bear Plunge
12pm
On January 1st, we are freezin’ for a reason. Join the 30th Annual Atlantic City Polar Bear Plunge. $25 ti participate – includes t-shirt. All proceeds benefit Cancer Support Community NJ at Gilda’s Club. Registration is now open online at cscnj.org.
Brigantine Polar Bear Plunge
12pm
14th Street South and the Beach. The Brigantine Polar Bear Plunge is on for New Years Day at LaGuna Grill & Rum Bar. The bar opens at 10am, with a ceremony at 11am and the plunge at noon. Proceeds benefit Fisher Home helping military families. For more information, visit brigantinepolarbears.com.
Ventnor’s New Year’s Day Polar Plunge
1pm
Kick off 2022 with a refreshing ocean plunge. The Ventnor Business Association, in conjunction with Ventnor City Special Events, is sponsoring the re-establishment of a Ventnor tradition. Meet at Santucci’s at 12pm for a pre-plunge party, then head up the street to soak in the refreshing Atlantic Ocean at 1pm. Then, head back to Santucci’s from 1:30-4pm for a post-plunge experience that will surely start 2022 off the right way.
First Day at the Beach
2pm
Ocean City Music Pier Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk
Featuring Ocean City’s first dip in the ocean for the New Year. For more information, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ.
January 5th
Atlantic County Historical Society Grand Re-Opening
10am
907 Shore Rd. Somers Point
The Library will be open for research and the museum will be open for tours. Visit atlanticcountyhistoricalsocietynj.org for additional information.
January 6th
Introduction to Essential Oils
2-4pm
Pleasantville Library 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Pleasantville
Open to adults. Learn how to mix essential oils with carrier oils for healthy living. January 7th
Atlantic City International Motorcycle Show
Friday, January 7th –Sunday, January 9th
Showboat Convention Center & Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
The Atlantic City International Motorcycle Show is back and bigger than ever for its 3rd annual show. Come see hundreds of bikes, new motorcycles, power sports and ATV’s. Also look forward to a concert with groups such as Joe Louis Walker, Age of Ore, Simply Three Band and many more. The show will be held Friday from 12-8pm, Saturday from 10am-8pm and Sunday from 10am-6pm.
January 8th
Chess Club
10am-4pm
Ventnor Library 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Open to adults and interested teens and children, ages 8 and older. Registration required. Do you love chess? Have you always wanted to learn? Our chess club is for all ages and levels of experience. Feel free to bring your own chess board or use one of ours. Guardians must remain present. Face masks are required regardless of vaccination status.
January 15th
4H Electronics Recycling Fundraiser
9am-12pm
David C. Wood 4H Center 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing
The Atlantic County 4H will accept electronics for recycling at their fundraiser. Please contact 609-625-0056 or email ac4hfairgrounds@gmail.com for more information. View list of accepted items online at acua.com.
January 17th
Stockton University MLK Day of Service
8:30am
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service is Stockton University’s signature annual day of service. It brings togetjer over 900 students, community members and community partners, and encompasses over 25 projects both on-and-off campus. Please join Stockton University for their 18th Annual Day of Service at their Galloway, Atlantic City and Hammonton campuses. Register now at stockton.edu/engagement/mlk-day.html.
MLK National Day of Service in Ocean City
9am-12pm
Howard S. Stainton Senior Center 1735 Simpson Ave.
Volunteers are invited to join others nationwide to honor Dr. King’s contributions. In Ocean City, citizens are asked to participate in a citywide cleanup from 9am to Noon. Sign-up and supply distribution will take place at the Howard S. Stainton Senior Center.
Dr. Martin Luther King Day Ceremony in Ocean City
12pm
Hughes Performing Arts Center at Ocean City High School 501 Atlantic Ave.
Ocean City will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, January 17th. The ceremony will be held at the Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center (entrance on the beach block of Sixth Street). The event brings the community together to remember Dr. King through words, song and dance.
January 19th
Wednesday Night Book Chat
6:30-8pm
Mays Landing Library 40 Farragut Ave. Mays Landing
Open to adults. Registration required. Join fellow book lovers for lively and engaging discussions, great books and great company. January’s selection will be Four Winds by Kristin Hannah.
January 22nd
Rowers Choice: Pier Pressure 2022
Ocean City Music Pier
Join us for a truly one of a kind Indoor Rowing event, inside the iconic Ocean City Music Pier. Besides a venue unlike any other with a panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean, this will double as a college fair. Colleges and universities will be in attendance so right after the junior’s competition, you can meet some of the top D1 programs in the nation. Plus, enjoy Food, Music, Post Race Interviews, College Fair, Merch and more. For more information, visit rowerschoice.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.
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.
NAMI Connection Support Group
Monday, January 2nd at 7pm
NAMI connection is a recovery support group for adults (18+) with a mental health condition. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. All programs are free of charge on Zoom. Visit namiacm.org to link easily to all support group meetings and get the latest Mental Health information for Atlantic/Cape May Counties. For additional information, call 609-741-5125.
NAMI Family Support Group
Monday, January 10th at 7pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a 60-90 minute support group for adult friends and family members (18+) of people with mental health conditions. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. All programs are free of charge on Zoom. Visit namiacm.org to link easily to all support group meetings and get the latest Mental Health information for Atlantic/Cape May Counties. For additional information, call 609-741-5125.
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