Thursday, October 27th
Showboat’s 1st Annual Halloween Bash
Thursday, October 27th & Friday, October 28th from 5-8pm
801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Showboat & Lucky Snake Arcade hosts their first ever Halloween Bash. Bring your family and experience a week long event of spooktacular activities and more. There will be something new to do everyday, leaving you with enough memories to last you until next years spooky season, with a Trick or Treat Scavenger Hunt, and a Haunted House. The event is free to attend, however tickets may be purchased for the Haunted House. Tickets and information available at showboathotelac.com.
MBCA 31st Annual Installation & Awards Gala
5:30pm
Golden Nugget Ballroom 600 Huron Ave. Atlantic City
Save the Date as MBCA celebrates the Superheroes of Atlantic City. The Metropolitan Business & Citizens Association honors seven area organizations. Sponsorships are still available. Visit acmetbiz.com for additional information.
Ocean City Halloween Parade
7:15pm
Asbury Ave. from 6-11th Street
Sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club. For more information call 1-800-813-5580 or visit ochp.blogspot.com.
Friday, October 28th
Fourth Friday at Nashville North Studios
3-8pm
210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood
To honor National Hispanic American Heritage Month, Nashville North Studios Fourth Friday will celebrate the Day of the Dead (“Dia de los Muertos”). Featured in the solo room will be Tania Polmales, an artist specializing in surreal works created primarily in oils, highlighting the cyclical nature of the human experience, with music by Dan Barry. Call 609-504-5044 for reservations.
EHC Rotary Halloween Parade
6:30pm
200-500 Philadelphia Ave.
Participants lineup at 500 London Avenue, next to City Hall, at 6pm. Step off at 6:30 then proceed on Liverpool to Argo Left on 200 Philadelphia Ave.
Terror in the Junkyard
Friday, October 28th & Saturday, October 29th 7-10pm & Sunday, October 30th 7-9pm
Fleming’s Junkyard 353 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township
The Scullville Fire Company Presents the 20th Annual Terror in the Junkyard. The men and women of Scullville Fire Company are back again this Fall to take you deep into the dark woods of Scullville. Experience the horror on the Terror in the Junkyard Hayride and run for your life in the All New Maze of Terror. Open weekends thru October. Under 18 needs a parent or guardian onsite. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.scullvillefire.org.
Saturday, October 29th
C.R.O.P.S. Market Linwood
9am-12pm
Central Square 199 New Rd. Linwood
Saturdays through October 29th.
Trick-or-Treat Weekends at Storybook Land
Saturday, October 29 & Sunday, October 30 from 11am-5pm
6415 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township
Trick-or-Treat at different stations around the park, free for kids with each paid admission. Don’t forget to wear costumes. Hayrides and Haymaze will be open. Children under 2 years of age are free.
C.R.O.P.S. Mobile Market Chelsea
1-4pm
O’Donnell Park 3501 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City
Join C.R.O.P.S. for a festival of culture and community. Eat your way through the summer and fall at this local farmers market. Connect with local businesses and community members, enjoy live performances, Music, poetry readings, workshops and more. Saturdays through October 29th.
Ocean City Halloween Costume Skate
4pm-dusk
Ocean City Skate Park 5th & Asbury
The Ocean City Skate Park celebrates Halloween. Skateboarders are invited to come dressed for the holiday. There will be prizes for best costume, best trick, and candy for the participants.
Atlantic City Ballet presents: Dracula
7pm
Caesars Atlantic City 2100 Pacific Ave.
This original ballet has become one of the biggest hits in Atlantic City Ballet’s 36-year history. Tickets and information at acballet.org/dracula.
Sin AC Halloween Party
9pm
Showboat Hotel 801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
The hottest Halloween party of the year takes place this weekend. With four of the East Coast’s hottest DJ’s plus live performances all night long, the night is bound to heat up. Guests can enjoy five different bars, VIP sections, and much more. Tickets may be purchased at www.sincityac.com.
Sunday, October 30th
Central Square Trunk or Treat
2-5pm
199 New Rd. Linwood
Music, contests, ventriloquist, games, food trucks, and plenty of treats. $50 donation to register. This event benefits Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club. For more information, please email salonkink@gmail.com.
Mays Landing’s 67th Annual Halloween Parade
6:30pm
Main Street, Mays Landing
On the 30th of October, join the Rotary Club of Mays Landing-Egg Harbor City and enjoy an array of costumes, floats, and performances. mayslandinghalloweenparade.com for more information.
Tuesday, November 1st
Dance Society
Tuesdays at 7:30pm
Somers Point Fire Co. 1 455 Bethel Rd. Somers Point
Enjoy an evening of social dancing and line dancing at the Fire Company Hall. Admission is $10 per person. For more information, contact Rita Voli at (609) 408-3619.
Wednesday, November 2nd
Nurse’s Roundtable: Smart Aging Choices for Home Living & COVID Update
10:30am
Share ideas about how to make your home lifestyle more user friendly as you age. Then, share your thoughts on safely being active as we stay inside during the third COVID winter season. RSVP by October 31 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
The Extraordinary Story of the Founding Mothers of NPR: Virtual Author Talk with Lisa Napoli
4pm
You’re invited to an enlightening hour with highly acclaimed writer, journalist, broadcaster, and speaker Lisa Napoli as she discusses her biography of the four women whose voices defined NPR, Susan, Linda, Nina, and Cokie: The Extraordinary Story of the Founding Mothers of NPR. Register for this author talk online at libraryc.org/oceancitylibrary.
Thursday, November 3rd
Jazz @ the Point
Thursday, November 3 – Sunday, November 6
South Jersey Jazz Society presents Jazz @ the Point. A celebration of life & legacy of the great jazz guitarist Pat Martino. The four-day event will feature more than 30 artists with keynote speaker Bill Milkowski. Tickets are free with a required reservation. Live streaming will be available for $10. For tickets and more information, visit southjerseyjazz.org.
Positivity Project: Morning Refresh
10:30am
Start your day in an upbeat way. Explore positivity. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, resiliency, and more. RSVP by November 1 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Stephen Dunn Reading Series: Joshua Cohen
4:30pm
Stockton University Room L-112 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway
Cohen was awarded the 2013 Matanel Prize. Hosted by Murphy Writing. This is a free event. Contributions are welcome.
Friday, November 4th
Atlantic City Tattoo Expo
Friday, November 4th 5-11pm, Saturday, November 5th 11am-10pm & Sunday, November 6th 11am-6pm
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 1000 Boardwalk
The Atlantic City Tattoo Expo returns to the Etess Arena at the Hard Rock Live. The 60,000 square foot arena has so much room for activities, featuring over 150 artists from around the globe. This event provides a weekend of art and entertainment in one of the greatest seaside cities in America. Tickets are available at the door or online at actattooexpo.com.
Zombie Prom
Friday, November 4 & Saturday, November 5 at 7:30pm
Ocean City Music Pier
This girl-loves-ghoul rock ‘n’ roll Off Broadway musical is set in the atomic 1950s at Enrico Fermi High, where the law is laid down by a zany, tyrannical principal. History comes to the rescue while a tuneful selection of original songs in the style of the 50s hits keeps the action rocking across the state. For tickets, visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
All Elite Wrestling: Rampage
8pm
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
AEW: Rampage comes to Boardwalk Hall. Tickets available through Ticketmaster.
Saturday, November 5th
Flemings Pumpkin Run
8am-4pm
Flemings Auto Parts 353 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Flemings 25th Annual Pumpkin Run Automotive, Antique Engine & Tractor Show is on. Experience the best show in the east, with hot rods, street rods, lead sleds, rat rods, military, semis, bikes, race cars, boats, tractors, and much more. Plus, a flea market, food vendors, and pumpkin chucker air cannon. Spectator admission is $10; children under 12 are Free. Vehicle registration at the gate is $15 per car. No Pre-Registration Required.
Trail of Two Cities 5K/Walk
8am
9th Street Bridge
The Trail of Two Cities starts at the Transportation Center at 9th Street & Haven Avenue, crossing over 9th Street Bridge, concluding at JFK Park in Somers Point. Awards ceremony will be held at JFK Park at the conclusion of the race. Register online or day of race. For more information and registration information. Visit hocnj.us/race-events or call 609-525-9317.
MMSC Pup Strut
9:30am
17th Street Beach, Brigantine
Marine Mammal Stranding Center is lending a paw to help seal pups. October 1st is the first day of the season that dogs are allowed on the beach again in Brigantine. Each pup registered will receive a goodie bag with a “Cupid the Seal” bandana, clip-on bag dispenser and other fun surprises. Pre-registration required at mmsc.org/pup-strut.
Misty Meadow Harvest & Wood Festival
10am-4pm
Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy 100 Dennisville-Peterburg Rd. Petersburg
Misty Meadow hosts its annual event showcasing wool and fiber artists and to educate people on the shearing of sheep and use of wool. Come watch the shearing of our sheep, fleeces being skirted and yarn being spun. There will be craft vendors, food, drinks, and ice cream available, plus hayrides, pony rides, live music, a petting zoo, and much more. Additional information is available at mistymeadowtickets.com.
Pink Clover Gala
6-10pm
Flanders Hotel 719 E. 11th Street, Ocean City
Join the fight against breast cancer at the Pink Clover Gala, hosted in partnership with the Colleen Sorbello Breast Cancer Foundation. The evening kicks off with a cocktail reception followed by a sit-down dinner along with a live jazz band, charity auctions, and more. The event will also feature guest speaker Kim Thiboldeaux, an innovative, internationally recognized leader and the former CEO and Executive Chair of the Cancer Support Community. Tickets and information at pinkcloverfoundation.org/gala2022.
Monday, November 7th
Village Book Talk Joins JCC’s Arts, Books & Culture
7pm
Katz JCC 501 N. Jerome Ave. Margate
Welcome local authors Janet Bodoff and Leesa Toscano for a reading and discussion of their just released book, “Speaking of Atlantic City: Recollections & Memories.” View Atlantic City through the decades in a compilation of stories, essays, poems, interviews, and photographs. This event will take place at the Katz JCC. RSVP by November 1 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Health and Wellness
Caregiver Resource Fair
Tuesday, November 1 from 10am-2pm
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 7004 Ridge Ave. Egg Harbor Township
Caregiving is a demanding role. You need resources for those you care for and for yourself. Come talk to agencies and service providers who offer an array of services that can help caregivers from all stages of life. On site screenings will be available, guest speakers will present on topics such as mind & body connection, sound healing, veterans benefits, and more. Attendees who wish to register can visit CACCCaregiverFair.eventbrite.com.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, November 2 at 2pm
Earth Angels for Dementia 115 Route 50, Mays Landing
Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
Monday, November 14 at 7pm
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 606 Shore Rd. Somers Point
NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults (18+) with a mental health condition. Family Support Group is a support group for adult friends and family members of people with a mental health condition. Visit ww.namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125.
Mental Health Support and Discussion Groups
Online groups are offered daily for a variety of topics, including women, men, LGBTQIA+, individuals aged 18-30. Boomers, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, and many others. Groups are also provided to individuals with a family member who lives with a mental health challenge. To receive a full list and to register, call 609-652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.
Recovery Groups
More than a dozen groups for individuals living with substance use disorder are offered online. Topics range from mental health/wellness to employment, faith, and more. Groups are provided 7 days a week. Interested participants can register for groups through unitedbywellness@mhanj.org or by calling the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County at 609-652-3800.
Wellness Groups
A wide variety of online groups are offered to enhance wellness and introduce interested participants to ways they can improve their day-to-day mental health. These daily groups include meditation, art, music, journaling, eating healthy, exercise, spirituality, adult coloring, gratitude, and more. Call 609-652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.
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