January 20th
Crochet Group
6:30pm
Egg Harbor City Library 134 Philadelphia Ave.
Open to adults and teens. Registration required. Learn and practice your craft in a fun and welcoming environment.
January 21st
OCFAL Judges Art Show & Exhibition
Now – January 31st
Ocean City Fine Arts League 711 Asbury Ave.
Don’t miss your chance to see and purchase the award-winning artwork of our esteemed judges, that select the winners in Art Shows and Exhibitions at the Art on Asbury Gallery. Featured in January are Lance Balderson, Michael Waters, Cheryl Knowles Harrigan, Marie Natalie, Molly Carpenter, Sydnei Smith Jordan & Joe Milligan. For more information, call 609-814-0308 or visit oceancityfineartsleague.org.
Karts on the Koast
7-11pm
Lucky Snake Arcade at Showboat 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
32 contestants will be facing off for the grand prize of $1,000 in our Karts on the Koast Mario Kart tournament. Buy a ticket and give it your best shot. The game will be played on the Nintendo Switch gaming console with 4 players to a screen in the opening rounds. Tickets can be purchased online via Eventbrite. For more information, visit showboathotelac.com and click on Events.
Dancing with the Stars Live 2022
8pm
The Event Center at Borgata 1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City
It’s ballroom dancing at its finest as ABC’s Dancing with the Stars takes center stage at Borgata. Get ready for the dancing and exquisite costumes as some of the show’s most popular competitors recreate the most memorable dances from previous seasons, as well as brand new routines. Tickets can be purchased via Ticketmaster or the Borgata Box Office.
January 26th
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.
OC Talks! Virtual Session
on Accessibility
6pm
The Ocean City Division of Social Services will present a free discussion on accessibility in our community. This month, the new “OC Talks!” series will welcome The Arc of Cape May County to discuss resources available to those living for disabilities in our community. Visit the Facebook event page at fb.me/e/2X79Nq4q8 for more information and links to participate in the virtual event. Need more information? Call 609-525-9288.
Rather Be Reading Book Club
6pm
Somers Point Library 801 Shore Rd.
Open to adults. Registration required. Join the library as they read and discuss Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah. Call or stop into the library to register.
January 28th
Fourth Friday at Nashville
North Studios
3-8pm
210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood
Join Nashville North Studios for this month’s Fourth Friday reception, featuring their Legacy of Love exhibition and solo exhibit by Bety Naumchik, with music by Bob & Fotios. . For more information, call 609-504-5044.
Atlantic City Indoor Midget
Car Race
Friday, January 28th at 7:30pm & Saturday, January 29th at 7pm
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
The Indoor Auto Racing Series returns for another year of high-speed excitement. The TQ Midget race cars will once again highlight the series and the wild and crazy Slingshots and darty Champ Karts will make up the tripleheader programs. Tickets are available in a range of different prices through Ticketmaster, Boardwalk Hall Box Office or by calling 609-888-3618.
January 31st
National Hot Chocolate Day Mugs
5:30pm
Do you love hot chocolate? Do you love craft projects? Stop by Inland FSC to decorate your own mug that you can use at home to enjoy some delicious hot chocolate. This event is of No-Cost to participants and open to all families living in Atlantic County. Pre-Registration is Required. Sign up at inland-fsc.org.
Fundraisers
JFS Atlantic Soup’er Bowl Fundraiser
Now-February 16th
607 N. Jerome Ave. Margate
JFS will host a drive to collect hundreds of canned hearty soups (including meats and vegetables) to assure community members have a hot and fitting meal during these cold winter months. Donations will be accepted now through February 16th at JFS in Margate. The agency is open from 8am to 8pm Monday and Wednesday, and 8am to 5pm Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Financial contributions are greatly appreciated. Contact Susan Kotzen at 609-822-1108 x218 or skotzen@jfsatlantic.org to make a donation.
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.
Navigating Life as a Student During COVID-19
Mondays at 5pm
An open forum and support group for current college students to discuss topics such as self-isolation, emotional struggles and time management. For more information, visit mhanj.org. Zoom Meeting ID: 983 4490 8458 Password:209772 or join at bit.ly/CollegeStudentsNJ.
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, February 7th 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, February 14th 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. 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.
Bus Trips
Beehive – the 60’s Musical
Wednesday, January 26th
AARP Chapter 710 is planning Theater Bus Trips to three different entertainment venues during the winter and spring of 2022. The cost of each trip includes admission to the show, deluxe motor coach transportation and lunch. On January 26th, Chapter 710 will travel to see Beehive – the 60’s Musical at Dutch Apple Theater in Lancaster, PA. The cost is $103 per person. For more information about Chapter 710’s bus trips, holiday luncheons and regular meetings, phone 609-263-1453.
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