Multi-Day Events
ARTeriors Atlantic City
January 19th – February 19th
2022 Baltic Ave. Atlantic City
Experience ARTeriors Baltic Avenue for a limited time, only in Atlantic City. Open Thursday-Sunday from 9am-5pm. Admission is free and donations are always welcome. Visits are also available by appointment; contact Kate O’Malley at kate@acartsfoundation.org. Visit atlanticcityartsfoundation.org for more information.
Holy Trinity Greek Winter Feast
Friday, February 3rd 5-10pm, Saturday, February 4th 12-11pm, Sunday, February 5th 11:30am-8pm
7004 Ridge Ave. Egg Harbor Township
Holy Trinity’s popular Winter Feast is returning in-person. Enjoy delicious Greek food you crave and prepared with the love of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in EHT. Plus, homemade Greek pastries, traditional Greek dance performances on Saturday evening at 6:45pm, and JTK Entertainment will provide dance music at the Taverna evening on Saturday from 7-11pm. Dine-in and take-out available.
Michael Pedicin Jazz Concert Series
Sundays at 2pm
Ocean City Library 1735 Simpson Ave.
Join Ocean City Library for a special concert series with the Michael Pedicin Quartet. Each weekly featured artist will exhibit their creative and artists skills as they improvise within their designated art form, while Michael and his very select group of musicians play their music. Sunday Feb. 5 features vocalist Paul Jost, and Sunday, Feb. 12 will include modern interpretative dancer Stacy Schweigart. The event is free to attend. For more information, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Saturday, February 4th
Atlantic City Wing Fest
1-4pm
Golden Nugget Atlantic City 600 Huron Ave.
If you love craft beer and live music, you will love Atlantic City Wing Fest. Between 15 and 20 South Jersey spots known for their amazing wings will compete for best wing bragging rights. The all-you-can-eat wing festival will allow you to go around to all the wing places until you decide, by vote, which wing is your favorite. The event will be held in the Grand Ballroom, with live music provided by the Anthony Krizan Band, formerly of the Spin Doctors. Tickets are sold out. More information is available at eventbrite.com/e/atlantic-city-wing-fest-471219810137.
Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Fundraiser
6-8pm
Atlantic Christian School 391 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Bowls of Hope is a community-building soup cook-off event now in its 10th year as a benefit fundraiser. Proceeds will benefit the Atlantic Christian School and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. Attendees will sample delicious soups from local restaurants and chefs and vote for your favorites. There will also be a Student Talent Show held during the evening. Bring a can of soup for our food drive to benefit the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. Tickets and additional information available at acseht.org/bowlsofhope/
Sunday, February 5th
Red Cross Blood Drive in Ocean City
9am-2pm
Howard S. Stainton Senior Center 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City
The American Red Cross seeks blood donors for a Blood Drive at the Ocean City Community Center. Donors are asked to call 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter “Ocean City” to schedule an appointment. All donors in February receive a $10 gift card by email from Amazon and a chance to win a Florida trip.
Palntine’s Day Paint Party
3-6pm
Your CBD Store 790 White Horse Pike, Absecon
Join the Absecon Cultural Arts Alliance for an afternoon of paints, paws, beverages and light fare. All ages and levels are welcome. Paint your favorite photo of your pet, led by the very talented Jen Burke. RSVP by February 3rd by emailing abseconarts@gmail.com. For more information, visit www.abseconarts.com.
Tuesday, February 7th
Village Film Society
10:30am
A discussion about the Emmy-nominated documentary, Pray Away. The documentary follows a survivor who seeks healing and acceptance from over a decade of trauma. The film can be viewed on Netflix. RSVP by Feb. 2 by emailing Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Green Thumb Garden Club – For the Birds
7pm
Somers Point Senior Center 22-98 S. Ambler Rd.
Bill Wright will present his colorful program on “South Jersey Backyard & Shore Birds”. A lifelong bird and nature enthusiast participating in the “Count the Birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count”, Bill is also a former AP Environmental science teacher at ACHS. All are welcome. For more information, contact Heidi at (609) 703-9170.
Wednesday, February 8th
Tom Angello’s All-Star Jazz Series
7pm
Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Join the South Jersey Jazz Society for an evening of live jazz music at Gregory’s, featuring Tom Angello on the drums, Behn Gillece on vibraphone, Brian Betz on guitar, and Lee Smith on the bass. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended. Call (609) 927-6665 to reserve your table. More information is available at www.southjerseyjazz.org.
Thursday, February 9th
How to Harness the Power of the Digital Age
10:30am
Katz JCC Boardroom 501 N. Jerome Ave. Margate
From online healthcare visits to banking, social and educational programs to reading the grandkids bedtime stories on Zoom, a whole new world of connectivity evolved over the years. Learn helpful tips on harnessing the power of your cell phone, iPad, and computer to make technology easier for you. Attend in-person at Katz JCC or via Zoom. RSVP by Feb. 2 by emailing Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Friday, February 10th
Hybrid Memoir Workshop
10:30am
Katz JCC Boardroom 501 N. Jerome Ave. Margate
Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history, and ancestry at the Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Professor of Creative Writing, Harriet Levin Millan. Learn about publishing your work. You’ll need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. Attend in-person at Katz JCC or via Zoom. RSVP by Feb. 6 by emailing Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Paintings by Paul D. Fuentes
7-8:30pm
Ocean City Arts Center 1735 Simpson Ave.
Join the Ocean City Arts Center for their Meet the Artist Reception for “Subject to Change”, a solo exhibition of contemporary realist paintings by Paul D. Fuentes. His design and illustrations have appeared in ads and publications and formerly worked as a creative director at HBO. His paintings have been shown in galleries on the east and west coasts. For more information, please visit oceancityartscenter.com.
Sunday, February 12th
Chief Arthur Brown Memorial Super Bowl Tailgate Party
2-6pm
Dock’s Oyster House 2405 Atlantic Ave. Atlantic City
The 31st Annual Chief Arthur Brown Jr. Memorial Scholarship hosts their annual Super Bowl Tailgate Party. Tickets will be sold at the door for $20 each. Admission includes door prizes, buffet, and free mug with $1 beverage refills. Proceeds support local students and selected charities.
Monday, February 13th
Mindful Ways Workshops
1-3pm
Easy ways to practice meditation and experience mindfulness. Now is the perfect time to learn how to grow your emotional resilience, feel more centered, engage your inner awareness and peace of mind, and shift out limiting beliefs. To register or for more information, visit oceancitylibrary.org.
Tuesday, February 14th
Comfort Cooking Healthy & Delicious: Valentine’s Day with a Twist
10:30am
Join Bernadette Getzler, healthy eating and gardening guru, as she takes you on a food journey using farm fresh ingredients. You’ll learn about cooking for Valentine’s Day in new and creative ways by taking existing ingredients and substituting healthier options. RSVP by Feb. 10 by emailing Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Wednesday, February 15th
Positivity Project: Evening Retreat
7pm
Shed the cares of the day and prepare for a restful night. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. RSVP by Feb. 10 by emailing Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Thursday, February 16th
Piano Bar at the Gateway
7-9pm
2022 Baltic Ave. Atlantic City
Featuring Michael McAssey, described as “one of cabaret’s most talented troubadours” by Broadway World and “the love child of Robin Williams & Mae West, and the grandson of Mel Torme” according to NiteLife Exchange. Tickets are available for $15. Visit gatewaybythebay.org for tickets and information.
Sunday, February 19th
Mike’s Seafood 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk for Autism
12pm
Excursion Park and the Promenade, Sea Isle City
15th Annual Run/Walk for Autism. After the event, join in the huge heated tents at Excursion Park for Live Music, an Awards Ceremony, Door-Prizes, and Magicians and Face Painting for the Kids; all while enjoying a large Buffet consisting of Bagels, Donuts, Pastries, Soft Pretzels, Fruit and Drinks. This Family Friendly event brings out over 4,000 Runners and Walkers to Support Children with Disabilities. For questions, email polarbearrunwalk4autism@gmail.com or sign up online at www.polarbearrunwalkforautism.com.
Friday, February 24th
Atlantic City Ballet: Carmina
Burana
5-9pm
Circus Maximus Theater
Carmina Burana is based upon a manuscript dating back to the 11th century and discovered by a Bavarian librarian in 1803. Carl Orff set the poems to music in 1936, and Nicolo Fonte prepared the score. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and Caesars box office. Visit acballet.org for tickets and information.
Saturday, February 25th
Remembering Jamie Italian Night Dinner
4-8pm
Egg Harbor Township Elks 1815 Somers Point Mays Landing Rd.
Save the Date as the Remembering Jamie Foundation hosts their 23rd annual Italian Night dinner. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children and includes a buffet dinner, raffle prizes, and much more. For additional information, contact Jim Crescenzo at jcrescenzo@verizon.net, call 609-369-2965, or visit rememberingjamie.org.
Fundraisers
Have a Heart for Veterans
Now – February 9th
United Methodist Communities is asking for the public’s support by donating items for gift bags to by given to The Memorial Veterans Home in Vineland, a 300 bed facility, and the Meadowview Veterans unit in Northfield consisting of 25 beds. Items can include: wrapped valentine heart candy boxes and bagged candy that is sealed, individual packs of crackers, cookies, tastykakes, trail mix, and pretzels; any items that are red, such as socks, gloves, tee shirts, hats, sweatshirts, personal items (ie: shaving cream, deodorant, lotions, mouthwash), adult coloring books and colored pencils, and a gift card from any restaurant (ie: Wawa, Dunkin, etc.). If you are interested in participating, contact Kathy Speer at 609-399-6702, or you can drop off donations to Wesley by the Bay Apts. or The Shores Assisted Living Community in Ocean City.
JFS ‘Soup’er Bowl Collection Drive
Now – February 17th
JFS Atlantic 607 N. Jerome Ave. Margate
Annual ‘Soup’er Bowl, to help combat hunger and collect hundreds of canned soups to ensure community members have a hot and hearty meal during the cold winter months. Cans with pop-tops are appreciated. Donations will be accepted now through Feb. 17 at JFS in Margate, Mon. Tue. And Wed. from 8am to 8pm and Thu. And Fri. from 8am-5pm. For more information about the JFS Food Pantry, contact 609-822-1108 or visit jfsatlantic.org.
Upcoming Bus Trips
Philadelphia Art Museum with the ACAA
Saturday, March 25th
Hitch a ride with the Absecon Cultural Arts Alliance to the Philadelphia Art Museum. Check in time is 7:40am at Absecon Field of Dreams, and the bus departs at 8am sharp. Please be prompt. The bus will return at approximately 6:30pm. Tickets are $50 per person and are for transportation only. Price does not include museum entry. For more information, visit www.abseconarts.com.
Health and Wellness
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
Monday, February 13th at 7pm
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 606 Shore Rd. Somers Point
NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults with a mental health condition. Family Support Group is a support group for adult friends and family members of people with mental health conditions. Participants gain the support of their peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes.. For more information and to register, please visit www.namiacm.org, or call 609-741-5125. NAMI ACM is a non-profit 501C(3) corporation.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, February 15th 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.
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. Offered by United By Wellness, which is programming of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey, local office located in Galloway.
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. Offered by United By Wellness, a statewide virtual wellness center.
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