Multiday Events
‘The Lightning Thief,’ The Percy Jackson Musical
Saturday, Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 3, 2 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
This production will feature students in Seventh-12th grades. The adaptation of the best-selling book, “The Lightning Thief” by Rick Riordan, features a thrilling original rock score and action-packed mythical adventure. Presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company. For tickets and information, visit www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com .
‘The Night Side,’ A Ghost
Story
Saturday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 3, 2 p.m.
Gateway Playhouse, 738 Bay Ave., Somers Point
“The Night Side” is a psychological thriller in which Sherlock Holmes obsesses over the mysterious death of Edgar Alan Poe. His chilling encounters with the ghost of Poe reveal a horror more shocking than Poe’s own “Tales of Terror.” Opens Nov. 2 and runs weekends through Nov. 9. Tickets are on sale at www.gatewaybythebay.org .
Friday, November 1
Enlightened Farm Market
2-6 p.m.
572 S. Odessa Ave., Egg Harbor City
Join Enlightened Farms for their weekly markets now through Friday, Nov. 22. Check out their fresh harvest, hand-crafted products, florals and more. Experience the farm firsthand through a tour, you-pick herbs and local vendor highlights.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration
6-9 p.m.
Noyes Arts Garage, 2200 Fairmount Ave., Atlantic City
Join Noyes Arts Garage for their inaugural Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration. The event is free and open to the public and includes traditional and live music, folkloric dances, an altar contest and exhibit, artisanal crafts and activities and refreshments.
Fall Concert Series at Ocean City Library
7 p.m.
Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Join OCFPL for their free weekly concert series. This week enjoy a live performance by the Package Goods Orchestra. Concerts will be held in the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall. Use the entrance closest to 17th Street. For more information, visit www.oceancitylibrary.org or call 609-399-2434.
Saturday, November 2
Flemings Pumpkin Run
8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fleming’s Junkyard, 353 Zion Road, Egg Harbor Township
One of South Jersey’s largest automotive, antique engine and tractor shows returns. The 27th Annual Pumpkin Run will include hundreds of show cars and trucks, engines and tractors, a flea market and plenty of great food. Registration at the gate is $15 per car. No pets. For more information, visit www.flemingspumpkinrun.com . Rain date: Saturday, Nov. 9.
Trail of Two Cities 5K/Walk
8 a.m.
Ninth St. Bridge in Ocean City to Somers Point
This unique point-to-point race travels from Ocean City to Somers Point with spectacular views along the causeway. The race will begin at Ninth and Haven at 8 a.m., traveling along the eastbound lanes of the causeway, concluding at Kennedy Park in Somers Point. Registration is open at www.ocnj.us/race-events or by calling 609-525-9317.
Misty Meadow Fall Festival
Noon-4 p.m.
Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy, 100 Dennisville Petersburg Road, Petersburg
Enjoy pony rides, sheep shearing, music, face painting, vendors and Ludlam Island Brewery quenching your thirst.
Monday, November 4
Lunch Around Town with JFS Village
Noon-1:30 p.m.
Fitzpatrick’s, 650 New Road, Somers Point
Enjoy a leisurely lunch with friends while supporting a local restaurant. This month, Village by the Shore will dine at Fitzpatrick’s Deli & Steakhouse. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually. RSVP by Nov. 1 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Tuesday, November 5
Beginner Yoga Class for Seniors
10 a.m.
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
The City of Somers Point is hosting a Beginner Yoga Class for Seniors. Take part in a relaxed, gentle flow, with focuses on yoga poses linking movement with breath, increasing strength and flexibility. Time will be spent on the mat in seated, kneeling and standing poses. Bring your own mat. Register by calling 609-226-4389 or email helbigshore@icloud.com.
Library Book and Bake Sale
1-6 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Stop by Longport Library before or after voting on Tuesday for some good reads and goodies.
Thoughts from the Bookshelf
3 p.m.
Margate Library, 8100 Atlantic Ave.
Join JFS Village and Pat Goldstein for their monthly book club gathering in the Margate Library Meeting Room. The group will discuss the novel, “Such Kindness,” by Andre Dubus, III. This story takes readers on a journey from bitter helplessness to finding knowledge in self-worth. RSVP by Nov. 1 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Bingo at the Library
6:30 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Ave.
Try your luck at Bingo. Available for all ages. Call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Somers Point Dance Society
7:30-10 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Hall, 447 Bethel Road
Admission is $10 and includes snacks, live musical duos, line dancing, dance mixers, social dancing and plenty of parking. Come out and kick up your heels, or just listen to good music with good company.
Wednesday, November 6
Holiday Scams: The Unwanted Gift of Seasonal Swindles
10:30 a.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate
With the holidays around the corner, many people will increase their shopping, traveling and celebrations with family, friends and colleagues. Join JCC in welcoming Justin Chubb from Jersey Shore Federal Credit Union for a presentation on the latest holiday fraud and how to avoid it. An interactive discussion and refreshments will follow. The presentation will be held in the JCC Boardroom. RSVP by Nov. 4 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Thursday, November 7
Sip & Shop
5-9 p.m.
Seaview Golf Club, 401 S. New York Road, Galloway
Jumpstart your holiday shopping and spend the night out with over 40 local vendors under one roof. Enter to win one of four giveaways, support local nonprofits and enjoy fantastic food and drinks all night. Tickets are $5 in advance and $10 at the door. Hosted by Motivated Mommies. Purchase advance tickets at www.motivatedmommiesnj.com/sip-shop .
Friday, November 8
Toast Pink Presents: Diamonds are Forever
6-11 p.m.
The Flanders Hotel, 719 E. 11th St., Ocean City
Save the Date for Toast Pink’s annual fundraising gala featuring gourmet dining, auctions and dancing to The Exceptions. Toast Pink is a 501c3 charitable organization with a mission to financially assist cancer patients and their families in our local communities. Tickets are $150 and can be purchased online at www.toastpink.org .
Saturday, November 9
EHT Holiday Craft Show
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.
Join EHT Recreation for its 14th Annual Holiday Craft Show, featuring a diverse assortment of jewelry, crafts, home décor, local artists and much more. You are sure to find a special holiday gift for everyone on your list. Admission is free.
Photography Course: Scenic Beauty of the Shore
10 a.m.-Noon
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
The Somers Point Arts Commission is offering a three-session Photography Course this fall to capture the Scenic Beauty at the Shore. Dates will be Saturdays, Nov. 9, 16 and 30. Cost is $30 per person for all three sessions. Anyone 18 and over is welcome to register regardless of skill level. Bring only cameras that have manual controls; no cell phone cameras. You will learn incredible photo taking techniques from an experienced professional, with topics ranging from planning to capturing and editing that perfect seashore photo. Pre-registration and payment required by visiting http://somersptarts.weebly.com .
Meggan’s Fight is Our Fight: Making Moves Against Cancer
4-8 p.m.
Brigantine Elks Lodge, 400 W. Shore Drive
You’re invited to Join the Fight and Make Moves Against Cancer next Saturday. The Brigantine Elks is hosting an event in support of lifelong Brigantine resident Meggan and her battle with colon cancer. The evening will be filled with music by Melissa Marshall, food, raffles and a cash bar, with proceeds benefiting Meggan and her family. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. For more information, contact Dena at 609-377-0688, or Linda at 609-412-7020.
Wednesday, November 13
Researching Your Jewish Roots
10:30 a.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Ave., Margate
Join Avraham Groll, vice president of JewishGen for the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City, as he offers archival, historical, contextual and networking components people rely on when exploring their family roots. The presentation is presented by JFS Village by the Shore, Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University and the Katz JCC. RSVP by Nov. 6 by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or email tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Health and Wellness
Living in the Moment Group
Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Mental Health Association of Atlantic County, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road Suite 8, Galloway
Slow down and spend an hour with like-minded people working on developing gratitude, self-love and other character traits that encourage mindfulness. Weekly meetings include meaningful discussions, camaraderie and a group activity. For more information, call 609-652-3800, ext. 0306.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 1:30 p.m.
6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing
Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
MHA Atlantic Family Meetings
Thursday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m.
These virtual support groups and educational programs are for individuals with a loved one affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders. Day and evening meetings include an educational segment as well as stress-reduction, self-care, resources and advocacy. Meetings are held at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Thursday, and 7 p.m. every third Wednesday. Contact Gail Christian at 609-652-3800, ext. 0301 or gchristian@mhanj.org to receive a meeting link.
NAMI Family Support and Connection
Monday, Nov. 11, 7 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point
Hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The Family Support Group is peer led for families , caregivers and loved ones of individuals with mental illness; Connection is a recovery support group for adults 18+ living with a mental health condition. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and insight into others’ challenges and successes. Visit www.namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125 for more information.
Lung Cancer Screening Event
Saturday, Nov. 23, 8 a.m.-Noon
Shore Medical Center, 100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point
Shore Medical Center, a member of the Penn Medicine Cancer Network, and Advanced Shore Imaging Associates are working together to offer free screenings and consultations provided by Shore Physicians Group. If you are between the ages of 50 and 80 and a current smoker or have quit smoking in the last 15 years, a low-dose CT scan may be right for you. Call 609-653-3440 for your appointment.
Do you have an upcoming event? Let us know about it! Submit your next event to shorelocalevents@gmail.com.
