Friday, June 10th
Atlantic City Fashion Week
Friday, June 10th & Saturday, June 11th
Showboat 800 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Atlantic City Fashion Week is a multi-day showcase of Ready to Wear and Couture Fashion. Also included is a vendor exhibition, and pre-networking event for VIP guests. ACFW is held twice a year in Atlantic City and has been attended by thousands of fashionable attendees. More information at atlanticcityfashionweek.com.
Orange Loop Rock Festival
Friday, June 10th – Sunday, June 12th
Showboat Festival Grounds 800 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City
The Orange Loop Rock Festival is coming to Atlantic City, with headliners Stone Temple Pilots, Chevelle and Hoobastank. For more information, visit orangelooprockfest.com.
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.
Smithville Car Cruise
5-8pm
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
Cruise on down to Smithville and hang out with fellow car enthusiasts. Just drive to the side parking lot of the Village Greene and near the red covered bridge, you will see orange cones set up. Move a cone and park your car.
Second Friday at Noyes Arts Garage
6-8pm
2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
During Second Fridays, Noyes Arts Garage gathers to celebrate the openings of their newest galleries. Galleries are open late until 8pm with live music and light refreshments.
Hyprov
Friday & Saturday at 7:30pm
The Claridge Hotel – Atlantic City Comedy Club
Check out Colin Mochrie and Master Hypnotist Asad Mecci at the world-famous Celebrity Theater inside The Claridge Hotel for a night of Hypnosis and Improv. Tickets and information at atlanticcitycomedyclub.com.
Saturday, June 11th
DRCF Paddle for a Cause
8am
Ski Beach, Ventnor
More than 100 stand-up and prone paddleboarders will embark on a over 20-mile journey designed to test competitors mentally and physically similar to someone battling cancer or an 8-mile race for less seasoned paddlers. There are also two options for people who want to compete in a non-competitive paddle. Register online at thedrcf.org/paddle.
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.
Historical Society Open House
10am-2pm
Somers Point Historical Museum 745 Shore Rd. Somers Point
The Somers Point Historical Society will be holding its annual Open House at the Museum at 745 Shore Road. Come out and see the new U.S.S. Somers display along with our local boat and decoy exhibit. They will have a new supply of Beermuda T-Shirts and additional local nonprofits setup such as Somers Point Garden Club, Lawsons Pride, Patriots for the Somers Mansion and other Historical Societies. For information, contact Kirk Gerety at 609-204-6523.
GM Auto Show at Smithville
10am-3pm
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
The show includes any car GM powered and is hosted by the AC Corvette Club. Day of show registration is $20. Registration and check-in table is open from 8:30am to 10:30am. Dash Plaques to the first 100 registrants. Free spectator admission. For more information, call the show hotline at 215-805-4851.
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 Burnsiders Reggae Band.
Comedy & Cocktails Night
6pm
Harbor Pines Golf Club 500 St. Andrews Dr. Egg Harbor Township
Join Harbor Pines for an evening with Four of South Jersey’s funniest comedians including an all new headliners. $59 includes show ticket and gourmet dinner. Advance ticket purchase required online or by phone. Call 609-927-0006 ext. 23 or visit www.harborpines.com.
Miss Artisan Pageant Scholarship Pageant Show
7-10pm
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
This year’s entertainment will be a concert by the Original Hobo Band. Admission is free. For more information call 215-708-1000 or visit www.artisansaomp.org.
Sunday, June 12th
Native Gardening Class & Plant Sale
1pm
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Join Raven Ahmed, founder of Earth First Native Plant Nursery, as she shares her gardening knowledge of South Jersey native plants. Learn the importance of planting native plants, as well as the benefits for your own garden. Following the presentation will be a native plant sale, courtesy of Earth First Native Plant Nursery. Sign up at noyesmuseum.org.
Tuesday, June 14th
Somers Point Historical Society’s Second Annual Porch Mixer
6-9pm
Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Come on out and have a cocktail to celebrate Somers Point History. For information, call 609-204-6523 or email somerspthistory@gmail.com.
Mapping Railroads of Cape May County
7pm
Upper Township Wellness/Senior Center 1369 Stagecoach Rd. Ocean View
Members and friends of the Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township will meet this Tuesday for a program titled “Mapping Railroads of Cape May County” by Paul Mulligan, of West Cape May. Mulligan will cover the dawn of railroads in New Jersey, starting in 1830, and the construction of the first line through Cape May County into Cape May City in 1863. There is no charge for this program. Please RSVP with the Society’s Eventbrite page at UpperTwpHistory.eventbrite.com.
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.
Wednesday,
June 15th
Word Above: Poetry Open Mic
7-9pm
2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
The Murphy Writing Center and Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University presents the return of Word Above: Poetry Open Mic. For those attending virtually, there will be a synchronous livestream of the reading via Zoom. Questions about this series can be forwarded to Emari DiGiorgio at emari@murphywriting.com.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. Call 609-646-0793 to register.
Philadelphia Flower Show
Bus Trips
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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