Thurs. June 2nd
Holy Trinity 38th Annual Greek Festival
Thursday & Friday from 5-10pm, Saturday from 12-11pm & Sunday from 12-10pm
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 7004 Ridge Ave. Egg Harbor Township
Come and join Holy Trinity for their exiting annual Greek Festival and enjoy Greek hospitality featuring all your authentic Greek Food Favorites, Ethnic Greek Dance performances, Greek music and Dancing in the Taverna Saturday night, Fireworks Displays Thursday and Sunday at 9:30pm, Amusement Rides, Church Tours and more. Admission is $1.00; children under 5 are free. For more information, call 609-653-8092 ext. 5 or Yiannis Kyriakou ag 609-645-8970.
Wonder’s Birthday Bash at Gillian’s Wonderland Pier
6-10:30pm
6th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City
Celebrate Wonder Bear’s Bash, celebrating 93 years on the Ocean City Boardwalk with fireworks at 9pm.
Fri. June 3rd
Ventnor City Farmers Market
Fridays from 8:30am-12pm
Atlantic & Newport Avenues
The Ventnor City Farmers Market celebrates its 6th year in 2022. You’ll find Jersey Fresh produce, flowers, specialty food items, and artisanal hand-crafts.
Creating a Certified Wildlife Habitat
2pm
Longport Borough Hall 2305 Atlantic Ave. Longport
During this presentation, Kristen Hock, Habitat Outreach Coordinator for NJ Audubon, will teach us why it is important to plant natives, how to attract pollinators and songbirds, and how to be responsible stewards of the land where we live, learn, play and work. The presentation will be followed with a question and answer session. Hosted by Longport Public Library.
Ocean City Flower Show
Friday from 2-8pm, Saturday from 10am-8pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm
Ocean City Music Pier
See beautiful commercial, amateur and children’s displays at the Music Pier.
Jim Craine in Concert
4:30pm
Brighton Park Amphitheater, Atlantic City
Jim Craine and the Atlantic City AllStar Band will present a free concert at Brighton Park, honoring all First Responders and Branches of the Armed Services and their Families, Past and Present. Join them for a great Afternoon of Patriotism and Music with Stan Richards on Guitar, Jim Hines on Bass, Ray Nunzi on Drums, and Jack Griffith on Keyboard. Rescheduled from May 27.
Galloway Movie in the Park
Dusk
Galloway Municipal Complex 300 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd. Galloway
Save the date for Galloway Township’s first Movie in the Park for 2022. Join them for the new Tom & Jerry movie. Don’t forget your blankets and chairs. Free popcorn will also be available.
Sat. June 4th
Brigantine Farmers Market
Saturdays from 8am-12pm
Brigantine Community School at Sheridan Blvd.
The Brigantine Farmers Market will be open to customers and will run every Saturday (rain or shine) until Saturday, September 3rd.
Cop Chase 5K
8am
6th Street and Boardwalk, Ocean City
The annual Cop Chase 5K is set for Saturday, June 4, and registration is open. The scenic 5-kilometer (3.1 mile) race will start at Sixth Street and Boardwalk, travel down the Boardwalk and on the streets at the northern end of Ocean City, then finish on the Ocean City High School track. Online registration is open at http://runsignup.com/ocnjcopchase5k. Pre-registration fee is $30 until May 31. After that date and on race day, registration is $35. Students 18 and under $10. All proceeds benefit the Ocean City Police Benevolent Association, which supports scholarships for high school seniors and other community projects.
CROPS Farmers Market
Saturday from 9am-12pm
Central Square Linwood
Live music, weekly workshops, kids activities, vendors and community.
Rockabilly Uprising
10am-5pm
Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
Join Historic Smithville for vendors, live music and more. For more information, contact Michael Spagnola of Underground at 609-652-5200
Northfield Police Department Golf with a Cop
12-2pm
Tilton Road Golf Range 338 Tilton Rd.
Kids 5-15 are invited to join the NFPD for tips on their golf swing, life skills and healthy habits. Contact Shannon Campbell at 609-641-2832 x125 or email scampbell@cityofnorthfield.org to register. No rain date.
Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival
Saturday, June 4th from 2-6pm & Sunday, June 5th from 12-4pm
Bader Field, Atlantic City
130+ Brews, Carnival Grub, Local Grub, Rad Vendors and More. Plus, live music from Alkaline Trio with Thrice on Saturday, and New Found Glory with Four Year Strong on Sunday. For tickets and information, visit www.acbeerfest.com.
Ventnor Summer Beach Jam
5-10pm
Newport Avenue & the Beach in the Gazebo
Crafters & Vendors begin at 5pm. Bands begin at 6pm. This week, enjoy live music from The Usual Suspects, playing the best pop and rock covers.
Sea & Soul Drum Circles
6:30-8pm
Caspian Avenue Beach, Atlantic City Inlet
Come, drum, tune in and vibe with Sea Goddess Healing Arts. No experience is required. Free to attend. Bring something to sit on, water & an instrument if you have one.
Sun. June 5th
Scullville Vol. Fire Company Auxiliary Farmers Market
Sundays from 9am-12pm
1708 Somers Point Mays Landing Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Support local business. Fresh local produce and artisanal items will be available. Visit Scullville Auxiliary on Facebook for more information.
Le Your de Downbeach
9:30am
Newport Avenue & Boardwalk, Ventnor
Le Tour de Downbeach 13th Anniversary family friendly bike ride is Sunday, June 5th (Rain Date June 12th). Bring your friends and family together for a morning of fun. The family friendly 14 mile bicycle tour begins in Ventnor riding down the boardwalk through Atlantic City, a police escort through Margate and Longport, ending with a barbecue at Tomatoes. Register online at margatehasmore.com.
Skato with Kato
2:30pm
Ocean City Skate Park 5th & Asbury
Sponsored by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Enjoy an all ages skate competition; $20 entry fee, starting at 3:30 with an all-skate concert by LNJ Sessions starting at 2:30. Music, food, fun and prizes. For more information call 609-398-9500 ext. 4 or visit www.hsocnj.org.pp
June 7th
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.
Wed. June 8th
Beach Clean-Up at Bally’s
9am-1pm
Bally’s Beach 1900 Pacific Ave. Atlantic City
Be a volunteer to help save our beautiful ocean in honor of National Ocean Day. Volunteer registration opens at 10am, followed by the beach clean-up from 10am-12pm, and enjoy a volunteer lunch from 12-1:30pm at the Beach Bar.
Jazz on the Beach in Somers Point
7pm
Bill Monroe Beach Higbee and Bay Ave.
The South Jersey Jazz Society presents Jazz on the Beach, featuring the Tito Puente Jr. Big Band. Tito is the son of the legendary American salsa and Latin jazz musician Tito Puente. Honoring his father’s legacy, Tito Puente Jr. has made a name for himself as one of the most exciting Latin musicians on the touring circuit today. There is no admission fee but donations will be accepted.
Fri. June 10th
ShopRite LPGA Classic
Friday, June 10th – Sunday, June 12th
Showboat 800 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Atlantic City’s kickoff sporting event of the summer, the ShopRite LPGA Classic, takes place this weekend. Come see the world’s top female professional golfers tee-it-up in one of the most exciting events on the LPGA Tour. Single day, weekly grounds and upgraded hospitality experiences are all available for advance purchase.
The Positivity Project: Morning Refresh
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 Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. You will need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. RSVP by June 7th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number be e-mailed or provided to you.
Sat. June 11th
South Jersey FCA Softball Tournament
8:30am
Greentree Church 125 Schoolhouse Rd. Egg Harbor Township
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will sponsor a slow-pitch softball tournament. The $400 registration fee guarantees four games per team. There will be food, championship jerseys, and a home run derby. All proceeds benefit South Jersey FCA. See southjerseyfca.org/softball for details and to register.
Tues. June 14th
Comfort Cooking: Healthy & Delicious
10:30am
Join Bernadette Getzler as she takes you on a food journey using fresh ingredients. Cook your favorite summer recipes in new and inventive ways by substituting healthier options. RSVP by June 8th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Wednesday. June 15th
The Positivity Project: Evening Retreat
10:30am
Prepare for a restful night’s sleep. Explore positivity during challenging times with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota. You’ll learn ways to boost your wellness – mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. RSVP by June 8th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
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. Mindfulness practices move us to what we all long for – a desire to be connected, to feel at home with ourselves and others, and be comfortable in our own skin. Call 609-646-0793 to register.
Caring for the Caregiver – Support Group for Caregivers of Adults
Fourth Tuesday of the Month
Cornerstone Commerce Building 1201 New Rd. Suite 132, Linwood
RSVP required. Contact Jen Hand at 856-266-2817 or email jhand@brattonlawgroup.com for more information. Organized by Members of Cape Atlantic Caregivers Coalition.
Balance and Body Image
Tuesday at 7pmp
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.
Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group
First and Third Wednesdays
Earth Angels for Dementia 115 Route 50, Mays Landing
For information and questions, please contact Diane Conover at dconover@royalsuiteshealthcare.com or call 609-748-9900 ext. 1312.
Wisdom Circle held by Linda Schwartz
Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30pm
Med A Quest 6814 Tilton Rd. Suite K, Egg Harbor Township
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. Empower yourself and build new strengths to cope with anything life may throw at you and still thrive during uncertainty. Call 609-646-0793 to register.
NAMI Connection and Family Support Groups
Monday, June 13th at 7pm
United Methodist Church of Absecon 100 Pitney Rd. Absecon
NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults (18+) with a mental health condition. NAMI Family Support Group is a support group for adult friends and family members (18+) of people with a mental health condition. Participants gain the support of their peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. A special program will be held at 6:30pm. Jennifer Plews, VP Acute Services, Acenda will be sharing NJ plans and timeline. For more information, visit www.namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125.
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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