April 7th
Spring Break at Absecon Lighthouse
Thursday, April 7th – Monday, April 25th from 11am-4pm
31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City
Looking for something fun and fit to do with the kids on Spring Break? Absecon Lighthouse, normally closed on Tuesdays & Wednesdays, will be open daily 11am-4pm for Spring Break. Go to abseconlighthouse.org and print off a special coupon for $1 off admission when you climb. The museum, grounds, and parking are all free. Dogs on leashes are welcome to tour the grounds and museum.
April 8th
Brigantine Lighthouse Players present “An Evening of One Acts”
Friday, April 8th & Saturday, April 9th at 7:30pm
Community Presbyterian Church 1501 W. Brigantine Ave. Brigantine
Brigantine Lighthouse Players present “An Evening of One Acts” at Brigantine’s Community Presbyterian Church. Tickets are $10 cash at door.
New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival
Friday, April 8th – Sunday, August 10th
Showboat Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival convention is being held at Showboat. The goal is for fans to see amazing Horror films in the indie scene and also an opportunity to mingle with big names in horror. Horror fans can also participate in Q&A sessions, see the amazing vendors from around the Horror scene and watch the best indie films around.
April 9th
Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep
9am-12pm
33rd & Atlantic Avenues, Longport
Volunteers are needed for the 37th Annual Spring Beach Sweeps. Please pre-register online at cleanoceanaction.org/beach-sweeps/beach-sweep-registration-form.
Northfield Annual Flea Market and Garage Sale
9am-2pm
2000 New Rd.
Come on out to the City of Northfield Cultural Committee’s annual flea market and garage sale. Many vendors with unique finds, antiques, and more. Admission is free.
Easter Egg Hunt in Egg Harbor City
10am
Rotary Park London Ave. & Claudius St.
From Toddlers up to children age 10 in Rotary Park by the EHC Historical Society Roundhouse.
Pomona Spring Vendor Craft Fair
10am-3pm
Pomona Volunteer Fire Company No. 3 225 W. White Horse Pike, Galloway
Please join Pomona Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary for their first vendor/craft fair. Rain or shine (the event will be moved inside in the event of rain).
Somers Point Easter Egg Hunt
10am
John F. Kennedy Park
The City of Somers Point will host an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 9 at JFK Park, with a rain date of Sunday, April 10. There wil be candy and prize filled eggs. The hunt is open to kids up to age 10. We encourage everyone to bring their own bag for the hunt, but the first 250 people will receive a free bag. For more information, please contact Doug Shallcross at 609-833-5428
Upper Township Easter Egg Hunt
10am-1pm
Amanda’s Field 1091 Route 50, Petersburg
Egg hunt starting at 10:30; face painting and photo opportunities. Call 609-628-2011 ext. 248 for more information.
Smithville Renaissance Faire
Saturday, April 9th & Sunday, April 10th at 11am-5pm
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
Join the players of the New Jersey Renaissance Faire. The Historic Village of Smithville will be transformed into the Shire of Smithville in the heart of the English Renaissance. Fun for the whole family including comedy, tragedy, sword fighting, dance, song, knights, jesters and so much more. Located on the Village Green side of Smithville.
Doo Dah Parade
12pm
Asbury Avenue and the Boardwalk, Ocean City
Welcome in the Spring season with this comedy parade complete with over 300 basset hounds. Noon on Asbury Ave. from 6th Street to 12th Street and then up to the Boardwalk ending at 6th & Boardwalk.
Speed Bag Cornhole
12-4pm
Along with complimentary appetizers and drink specials, there’s a new spin on cornhole. Register at margatehasmore.com for your chance to take part in a day of speed cornhole games at Cornhole League host sponsors Ventura’s Greenhouse, Maynard’s Café, Robert’s Place & Bocca Coal Fired Bistro.
Create Wild Workshop
1-2:30pm
Somers Point, TBA
Learn about our tree friends by going on an Earth Day scavenger hunt and creating a collage of bark rubbings, tree art & a tree print. Register online at createwild.weebly.com.
The Great Egg Hunt
1-3pm
Ocean City Boardwalk
The Great Egg Hunt, 6th to 14th Street along the boardwalk, stop by participating stores, until supplies last. Rain date: April 10th.
April 10th
Seashore Gardens Foundation 5K Run & Health Walk
9am
Stockton University Atlantic City Campus 3701 Boardwalk
Join Seashore Gardens Living Center for their annual 5K Run & Walk to go the extra mile for our primary fundraiser for our Alzheimer’s and dementia outreach services. Register or learn more at seashoregardens.org/5k.
Margate Community Easter Egg Hunt
2pm
Margate Fire Station 2 405 N. Brunswick Ave.
Brought to you by the Margate Mothers Association and the City of Margate. Celebrating The Margate Fire Department and Grand Opening of Margate Fire Station 2. Rain Date is Saturday, April 16, 1:30pm. Four age groups ranging from 0-9+. Don’t forget your basket. Plus, food & fun, the Easter Bunny and Flower Market.
Scullville Vol. Fire Company Spaghetti Dinner
3-5pm
1708 Somers Point Mays Landing Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Fundraiser to support the Scullville Volunteer Fire Company hosted by the Auxiliary. This will be a pick-up only event. Each meal is $10 and includes spaghetti, meatballs, bread, drink and dessert. Visit Scullville Auxiliary on Facebook to reserve your meals.
April 12th
Senior Dance Society
Tuesdays from 7:30-10pm
Somers Point Fire Co. #1 455 Bethel Rd. Somers Point
Enjoy live musical duos, social dancing, some line dances, dance mixers and light snacks. $10 per person. For more information, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.
April 13th
Be Like Pam | Honoring A.C.’s First Female Executive Chef
5-8pm
Water Dog Atlantic City
Join the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City and Water Dog in Honoring Chef Pam. Chef Pam Green has been instrumental in addressing community food insecurity by working with students and staff to ensure 150 kids receive a hot and nutritious meal nightly. She also mentors and leads teens as part of the hospitality program to give them workforce ready experience and credentials for restaurants Purchase tickets for this special event at acbgc.org/belikepam.
Waking Up Your Bike for Spring
7pm
It’s time for bike season. Join Ocean City Free Public Library for this virtual presentation to learn how to prepare your bike for a safe riding season. We will also cover basic bike maintenance and repairs. This program will be held virtually on Zoom. Register online at oceancitylibrary.org.
April 14th
Memoir Workshop
10:30am
Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history and ancestry at a Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Professor of Creative Writing and published author, Harriet Levin Millan. You’ll need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. RSVP by April 11 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number for each program will be e-mailed or provided to you.
Rotary Sponsored Blood Drive
12-5pm
Upper Township Community Center 1790 Route 50, Tuckahoe
The Rotary Club of Ocean City-Upper Township is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive hosted at the Upper Twp. Community Center. Reserve your spot on the Red Cross website at rcblood.org/3qm9Fnt or redcrossblood.org/give.htm/find-drive. The Red Cross Blood Drive is one of the many community events supported by thre OCUT Rotary Club. For more information about Rotary, visit our local club website, ocutrotary.org or facebook.com/oceancityuppertownshiprotary.
April 16th
Sea Isle Spring Fling Family Fun Day
1-3pm
Excursion Park, JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave.
Sea Isle City’s Division of Tourism will host their new Spring Fling Family Fun Day at Excursion Park. This kid-friendly event will feature a variety of free activities, including photo-ops with the Easter Bunny, crafts, games, face painters and a “Dress to Impress Easter Stroll.” To learn more about the Spring Fling, please phone 609-263-8687.
The Great Egg Hunt
1-3pm
Ocean City Boardwalk
The Great Egg Hunt, 6th to 14th Street along the boardwalk, stop by participating stores, until supplies last. Rain date: April 17th.
April 17th
Showboat Easter Egg Hunt
8-11am
Lucky Snake Arcade 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Showboat Atlantic City is rolling out Easter Eggs for its first annual Easter Egg Hunt. Kids of all ages can have photos taken with the Easter Bunny. For an extra treat, two eggs will be filled with $50 and $100 Lucky Snake Arcade Game Tickets. 8-9am for 1-5 year-olds and 10-11am for ages 5 and up.
Dueling Pianos Show
12-2pm
Moorlyn Place & Boardwalk, Ocean City
Dueling Pianos Show in front of the Music Pier. The Philly Keys will be performing their hit dueling pianos show starting at noon. Free fun for the entire family. The Philly Keys will take a break for our annual Easter Fashion Promenade.
Easter Fashion Stroll
1pm
Moorlyn Place & Boardwalk, Ocean City
Easter Fashion Stroll in front of the Music Pier. Come dressed in your Easter’s best for our Fashion Show and met the Easter Bunny. Judging begins at 1pm. Prizes awarded for Best Dressed, Children, Teen, Adults and Family.
Easter Fashion Show at Smithville
1pm
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
Put on your Easter best and stroll the Village in style. The Easter parade begins at the Smithville Inn at 1pm with awards given out for best outfits.
April 19th
Comfort Cooking: Healthy & Delicious
10:30am
Join Bernadette Getzler, healthy eating and gardening guru, as she takes you on a food journey using farm fresh ingredients. Learn to cook your favorite recipes in new and inventive ways by substituting healthier options. Eat comfort foods in a whole new way. RSVP by April 14 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number for each program will be e-mailed or provided to you.
Sustainable Book Group OCUT
7pm
The Sustainable Book Group for Ocean City and Upper Township will be Zooming a discussion session about the book “Regeneration” by Paul Hawken. Please register in advance for this meeting at bit.ly/SustainableBookGroup19April.
April 20th
The Positivity Project: Evening Retreat
10:30am
Shed the cares of the day and prepare for a restful night. Explore positivity during challenging times with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota, You’ll discover ways to boost your wellness – mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency and more. RSVP by April 18 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number for each program will be e-mailed or provided to you.
April 21st
Coffee Klatch
10:30am
Your world in 60 minutes. Join a fast-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, the arts, religion and more. Moderated by Tina Serota, this month’s topics include the unprovoked Russian war on Ukraine, flashbacks to the ‘30s and ‘40s, the devastation, the world’s response, can democraciesd prevail, and where does the world go from here. RSVP by April 18 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number for each program will be e-mailed or provided to you.
April 23rd
Spring Kick-Off Car Show
10am-3pm
Chickie’s & Pete’s 6055 E. Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township
Sponsored by the South Jersey Mopar Connection. Open to all makes and models of cars & trucks. Registration from 9am-11am. Registration fee $20. DJ, trophies, door prizes, dash plaques to first 100 cars and discount food coupons. Info by calling 609-226-3814.
May 13th
Faith Baptist Church 2022 Women’s Conference
Friday, May 13th – Saturday, May 14th
Faith Baptist Church 829 Tilton Rd. Pleasantville
The 2022 Women’s Conference will be held May 13-May 14. Scheduled Preaches are Dr. Brittany Washington, Rev. Julia Moore, Evangelist Jacqueline Witherspoon, Rev. Kari Hill, and Dr. Nycole Lyles-Belton Praise and Worship Leader Psalmist Latrice Comer. Registration is now open for $35 and attendees can register in the vestibule of the church or on our FBC website. If you would like to order a Conference T-shirt, the deadline is April 17 and can be order in the vestibule.
Health and Wellness
Online Depression and Anxiety Group
Thursdays at 10:30am & Wednesdays at 7pm
These peer-led groups are offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, self-care, wellness/recovery. Members discuss experiences, relationships, and other related topics. Interested participants can join by Zoom or a call-in option. A daytime group meets at 10:30am on Thursdays; the evening group meets Wednesdays at 7pm. Offered by the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County/United by Wellness. To join, call 609-652-3800 or email unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.
Balance and Body Image
Tuesday at 7pm
This is a peer-led support group for adults living with or recovering from disordered eating. Participants find support from peers, learn about healthy coping skills to aid recovery, and work together to improve self-worth ad self-esteem. Participants can join by call-in or online. The group meets at 7pm on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. To receive information on how to participate via phone or link, phone 609-652-3800 or email unitedbywellness@gmail.com. Offered by the Mental Health Association of Atlantic County/United by Wellness.
NAMI Connection Support Group
Monday, April 4th at 11am
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 go link easily to all support group meetings and get the latest Mental Health Information for Atlantic/Cape May Counties.
Support for Family Members
Thursday, April 14th at 10am
The Intensive Family Support Service program hosts several online support groups to assist family members of individuals living with mental illness. This meeting includes a psychoeducation component and a support group segment. The meetings are the third Thursday at 7pm; the second Thursday at 10am; and the fourth Thursday at 10am. Call the Metal Health Association in Atlantic County for information at 609-652-3800.
Let’s Talk About It: A Discussion Panel on Child Sexual Abuse
Friday, April 29th from 1:30-3pm
The panelists are: Norah Jones, PhD, Senior Director of Outpatient Services at Jewish Family Services, Tamu Lane, CEO of The Changed Mind, and Eve Cortes, founder of Crossroad for Angels. Child abuse and domestic violence advocate Valeria Marcus will be the moderator. Registration is required. Visit the library’s website, www.acfpl.org, and visit the Online Programs page. A registration link will be included in the program description.
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