May 19th
JFS & JCC Tournament Fore Charity
9am-2pm
Harbor Pines Golf Club 500 St. Andrews Dr. Egg Harbor Township
The 9th Annual Tournament Fore Charity tees off on Thursday, May 19. This point partnership between JFS and JCC supports essential programs and services for children, families and senior. Golfers can look forward to fun contests, food and drink stations throughout the course, and prizes. For more information, visit jfsatlantic.org.
Spring Book Sale
9am-2pm
Ocean City Free Public Library 1735 Simpson Ave.
Fiction, non-fiction, children’s books and more will be available. Please bring a tote bag to carry your purchases. Sponsored by the Friends and Volunteers of the Ocean City Free Public Library and held in the library atrium.
Coffee Klatch: Hybrid
10:30am
Your world in 60 minutes. Join for a fast-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, thre arts, religion, and more. Moderated by Tina Serota. Attend in-person or from home via Zoom. Mask encouraged for in-person. For Zoom, a link will be emailed to you. RSVP by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Cocktails by the Beach
6-9pm
Ocean Casino Resort 501 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Cancer Support Community New Jersey at Gilda’s Club “Cocktails by the Beach” is Back for their 10th Annual Fundraiser, being held this year inside Ocean Casino Resort at Ma’Kai Restaurant. The cost is $95 for a single ticket or $175 for a pair of tickets. This price includes island inspired delicacies and an open bar of beer, wine, and fine crafted cocktails. There will be a silent auction, and a complimentary After Party will take place in the VIP section of Nola’s Bar & Lounge. All proceeds go directly to the free support programs at CSCNJ. Please call Jessica at (609) 926-9266 or email Jessica@cscnj.org for more information.
S3: The Music of Stephen Flaherty, Stephen Schwartz, and Stephen Sondheim
Friday, May 20th & Saturday, May 21st at 7pm and Sunday, May 22nd at 2pm
Gateway Playhouse 738 Bay Ave. Somers Point
The Shaken Not Stirred Players return to the Gateway stage with songs from their hit shows lick Wicked, Ragtime, and Into the Woods. You’ll get to hear some of your favorite Stephen songs, as well as a few lesser known songs.
May 21st
“Pair A Dice” Metal Detector Beach Hunt
Saturday, May 21st from 8am-4pm and Sunday, May 22nd from 8am-3pm
Ocean City Music Pier
ECRDA’s 12th Annual open metal detector beach hunt will take place this weekend. Saturday morning’s hunt is open to both adults and kids 2-13. Sunday’s hunt is open to adults. Loaner detectors available. For more information, schedule or to sign up, visit ECRDA.org, call 732-276-8251, or day of registration at the Music Pier.
Run for the Animals 5K
8am
Laguna Rum Bar 1400 Ocean Ave. Brigantine
Celebrate Marina Mammal Stranding Center’s 44th Anniversary and having responded to over 5,700 stranded whales, dolphins, seals and sea turtles. The official start time will be 8am. Race day registration will be available from 7-8am. Fee is $45. For more information or to sign up, visit www.runsignup.com or mmsc.org.
Somers Point City Wide Yard Sale
Saturday, May 21st & Sunday, May 22nd from 9am-3pm
A master list of addresses will be posted on the City’s website http://www.somerspointgov.org/
CROPS Farmers Market
Saturdays from 9am-12pm
Central Square Linwood
Live music, weekly workshops, kids activities, vendors and community. Saturdays through June 4.
Electronic Recycling Fundraiser
9am-3pm
Atlantic County 4H Fairgrounds 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing
Time to get rid of that old equipment. The products received 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 4H. They cannot take appliances containing compressors (ie: Air Conditioners, Refrigerators) vacuums, wood speakers or loose rechargeable batteries. More information is available at ac4hfair.org.
Fantasy AdventureFest at Smithville
Saturday, May 21st & Sunday, May 22nd
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
The Riddlesbrood Touring Theatre Company brings their Fantasy AdventureFest back to Historic Smithville, featuring the premier of their original, comedic musical “Riddlesbrood Alice in Wonderland.” Matinee performances are scheduled for 1pm and 5pm on Saturday and 1pm on Sunday. Riddlesbrood is offering children the opportunity to have “Tea with Alice” at 10am & 11:30am Saturday and Sunday. Tickets and more information are available at historicsmithville.com.
Flea Market at Gregory’s Parking Lot
10am-3pm
Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Hamilton Township Green Fair
10am-2pm
Oakcrest High School 1824 Dr. Dennis Forman Dr. Mays Landing
This outdoor, family friendly expo will feature over 50 local, green vendors and exhibitors; seafood and plant-based food sales, demos on reducing your carbon footprint, recycling of all sorts, live performances, kids activities, multiple animal groups and more. Hosted by the Township of Hamilton, Hamilton Green Team and Oakcrest High School. For more information, please email sustainable.hamilton.greenteam@gmail.com.
American Heart Association Heart Walk
10:30am
Ocean City Sports & Civic Center
Registration begins at 9am; walk begins at 10:30am. For more information call 609-223-3731.
Chili Knockout & Spicy Food Fest
11am-6pm
Bourre 201 S. New York Ave. Atlantic City
Hungry for a new spring activity? The Good Time Tricycle crew is turning up the heat with the firsrt Chili Knockout and Spicy Food Fest in the center of Atlantic City. It is a food fesrival devoted to exploring all things flavor, featuring culinary powerhouses from all around the area. Attendees can also explore the festival’s hot sauce and artist village, vendors, and watch professionals play with fire. Visit chiliknockout.com for more information.
Dedication of Purple Heart Way
11am
1913 Oak Avenue, Northfield
A portion of Oak Avenue and the walking path at Northfield Veterans Park will be rededicated in a special ceremony as Purple Heart Way in honor of Purple Heart recipients from Northfield. The ceremony will take place at 1913 Oak Ave. For more information call the city clerk’s office at 609-641-2832 ext. 125.
Enlightened Farm’s Season Opener
11am-4pm
Enlightened Farm 527 S. Odessa Ave. Egg Harbor City
Join Enlightened Farm’s season kick-off event. Farm festivities include plant sale, fresh produce, local vendors & artists, food, live music and farm tours. All proceeds benefit horticulture and agriculture programs for individuals healing from addiction. Rain date: May 22.
Absecon Lighthouse Spring Festival
12-6pm
31 S. Rhode Island Ave. Atlantic City
Inlet Community Partners Presents the Absecon Lighthouse Spring Festival, a fundraiser for “Abby” The Lighthouse. Enjoy over 40 vendors, live music, workshops, awareness alley, yoga, sound bath, meditation, drum circle, and mindful kids corner. Pack a picnic & stay for the day. Admission is free. Donations accepted. Rain date May 22.
May 22nd
Patcong Creek Cleanup
10am-1:30pm
Mark your calendar for this year’s Patcong Creek Cleanup. Please email SPGreenTeam@yahoo.com to get the registration form or pick up at Linwood City Hall. Picnic after and good cleaning area is Ocean Heights Marina, 5001 Ocean Heights Ave. EHT.
Benefit for Brad Williams
1-5pm
Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall 133 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City
Join us in supporting Brad Williams in his fight against Multiple Myeloma. Food, fun, raffles and live music by The Notion. All funds will go directly to his treatment fund. Sponsored by Sweet Magnolias Cancer Foundation. Get tickets at tinyurl.com/bradbeatingcancer.
Ventnor Chef’s Night Out
4-8pm
An event of scrumptious food & sweets with great local music and art at select restaurants in the City of Ventnor. Pre-paid tickets to be picked-up at Ventnor City Hall 3-4p day of event. Must present ticket at all restaurants. Proceeds benefit the Ventnor City Beautification Committee. For tickets, call Shelley at 267-980-7632 or Marsha at 609-335-6390. Limited tickets available.
May 23rd
Everybody Wants to Play with Danny: A Grand Musical Celebration for Danny Eyer
5:30-9:30pm
The Point 998 Bay Ave. Somers Point
Tony Mart Presents a Grand Musical Celebration for Danny Eyer at The Point, featuring the Danny Eyer Band, Hawkins Road, The Tony Mart Allstars, Billy Walton, Patty Blee, The Juliano Brothers, Destinee Monroe, Bobby Ferguson and more. Enjoy Chef Ed Bonsigniore’s Light Buffet and silent auction items. Tropical drinks, wine, beer & cocktails available for purchase. $20 donation. For more information, visit www.tonymart.com or email tonymartpresents@gmail.com.
Early Shellfishing on Lakes Bay
6:30pm
Atlantic County Historical Society 907 Shore Rd. Somers Point
“Jake” Glassey will give a talk about early shellfishing on Lakes and Sculls Bay.
May 24th
Spring Bouquets with RainFlorist
6:30pm
Katz JCC 501 N. Jerome Ave. Margate
This hands-on workshop will be hosted by Kim, owner of RainFlorist, located in Ventnor. The event is $5 for Holocaust Survivors, Village Members and JCC Members. For non-members, the cost is $15, Must RSVP and pre-pay by May 11 to Tina Serota. RSVP by contacting Tina 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.
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.
May 25th
Local Luminaries: What’s Good in the Neighborhood?
7-8:30pm
The Leadership Studio 161 S. Tennesse Ave. Atlantic City
Do you know what a “Community Development Corporation” is? Did you know there are four “CDC’s” currently operating in Atlantic City? Join The Leadership Studio for a discussion on how they work, what they offer, and how you can become involved. Light refreshments and a discussion and Q&A with Chelsea CDC, Ducktown CDC, Inlet CDC and Rutala Associates.
May 26th
Trivia Game Day
4pm
Test your knowledge and compete for the top prize. Trivia topics include science, geography, history, music, theater, movies and more. The event is free for Holocaust Survivors and Village Members. For non-members, the cost is $5 payable prior to May 19 to Tina Serota. RSVP 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.
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.
Mindfulness for Balance and Peace held by Linda Schwartz
Tuesdays from 12-1:30pm
Med A Quest 6814 Tilton Rd. Suite K, Egg Harbor Township
The class practices have a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction focus. Decades of science and clinical research has shown mindfulness practices enrich and have a dramatic effect on your physical health, mental clarity, and enjoyment of life. Perhaps you want to reduce stress, release old habits that no longer serve you, improve your mental clarity and performance. Call 609-646-0793 to register.
Connection and Family Support Group Meetings Live
Monday, May 9th at 7pm
United Methodist Church of Absecon 100 Pitney Rd.
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, for Atlantic and Cape May Counties, is returning to In Person Support Groups. 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. For more information and to register for all support groups please visit namiacm.org. NAMI ACM is a non-profit 501C(3) corporation.
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.
Wisdom Circle held by Linda Schwartz
Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30pm
Med A Quest 6814 Tilton Rd. Suite K, Egg Harbor Township
Tried meditation, but got frustrated? No worries. Haven’t found a practice that works for you? We will practice and explore various types of mindfulness practices and meditations to find what suits you best. Learn to live with a sense of connection, clarity and purpose, even when you feel stressed, vulnerable, and insecure. Call 609-646-0793 to register.
ZOOM Family Support Group
Wednesday, May 25th at 7pm
NAMI Family Support Group is a 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. For more information and to register for all support groups please visit namiacm.org. NAMI ACM is a non-profit 501C(3) corporation,
Bus Trips
Philadelphia Flower Show
The annual PHS Philadelphia Flower Show is being held fully outdoors at FDR Park in South Philadelphia. This year’s flower show theme is “Full Bloom.” Don’t delay, this trip will sell out. Thursday, June 16th. $45 per person. Call (609) 272-8120 to reserve your seat today. Transportation and admission included in fee.
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