Multi-Day Events
Ocean City Spring Book Sale
Friday, March 17th from 10am-6pm and Saturday, March 18th from 9am-2pm
Ocean City Free Public Library 1735 Simpson Ave.
Sponsored by the Friends and Volunteers of the Ocean City Free Public Library and held in the library atrium. Fiction, nonfiction, children’s books and more will be for sale. friendsvolunteersocfpl.com.
South Jersey Players presents Dinner Theater
Tuesdays at 6pm
Aroma Restaurant 5206 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor
South Jersey Players presents Dinner Theater, featuring Five Original One-Acts, and Three-Course Plated Dinner at Aroma Restaurant. Event dates are Tuesdays this March. Tickets are $45. For more information, call 347-920-6399.
Somers Point Dance Society
Tuesdays from 7:30-10pm
Somers Point Fire Co #1 447 Bethel Rd.
Come out to Somers Point Fire Co. #1 every Tuesday for social dancing, line dances, dance mixers, and more. Light snacks included in admission cost of $1. Live musical duo each week. Call Rita Voli at 609-408-3619 for information.
Girls’ Weekend
Friday, March 24 – Sunday, March 26
Downtown Asbury Avenue 6th-14th Street, Ocean City
A Fashion Show Kick-Off Event on Friday evening, shopping and dining specials all weekend, accommodation packages, wellness classes, and so much more. For more information, visit oceancityvacation.com.
OC CON Comic Boopk & Memorabilia Show
Saturday, March 25 & Sunday, March 26
Ocean City Music Pier 825 Boardwalk
Activities include artists, vendors, cosplayers, entertainment and more. More information is available at ocnjcon.com.
‘How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying’ Play
Thursday, March 30th – Sunday, April 2nd
Ocean City High School – Hughes Performing Art Center 501 Atlantic Ave.
Show times are through Saturday at 6:30pm with a Saturday matinee at 1:30pm. Buy tickets online at bit.ly/3H7Wtuf.
Thursday, March 16th
Piano Bar at the Gateway
7-9pm
Gateway Playhouse 738 Bay Ave. Somers Point
Join Gateway Playhouse for their March Piano Bar featuring Michael McAssey. Tickets are available for $15. Visit gatewaybythebay.org for tickets and information.
Friday, March 17th
Ventnor’s 120th Birthday
10am
Ventnor City Municipal Hall 6201 Atlantic Ave.
Ventnor is only getting better with age. Join the city at 10am in the rotunda at City Hall for a Free Cupcake to celebrate Ventnor’s 120th Birthday.
Saturday, March 18th
4H Electronic Recycling Fundraiser
9am
David C. Wood 4H Center 3210 Route 50, Mays Landing
The Atlantic County 4H hosts their monthly Electronic Recycling Fundraiser. Accepted items include computer monitors, keyboards, PC speakers, PC fans and power supplies, printers, copiers, scanners, scales, wire, and more. Visit https://ac4hfair.org for more information and full list of accepted items. The electronics are recycled through a NJDEP-certified electronics recycler, thanks to Being Green, LLC.
EHT Free Rabies Clinic
9am-12pm
EHT Municipal Garage 6120 Mill Rd. Egg Harbor Township
2023 Dog Licenses for Egg Harbor Township residents will be available for issuance at the clinic. Dogs will be accepted between 9-11:30am; cats from 11:30-12. Cost is $9 for spayed/neutered pets, $15 for non-spayed/neutered. Checks or Exact Change Only.
EHT Health & Fitness Fair
10am-2pm
EHT Community Center 5045 English Creek Ave. Egg Harbor Township
Join Egg Harbor Township Recreation at an event where anyone can find the resources they need to become and stay a healthy member of our community. Come try our classes; fitness instructors will be sharing a taste of their class. Spin, Cardio Blast, Yoga, Meditation, Zumba, Tabata, and others. Meet with health care professionals from AtlantiCare, Optimal Health, Southern Jersey Family Medical and many more. Visit with community organizations to learn more about programs available to all residents.
Pray: The Story of Patrick Peyton
3pm
Gateway Playhouse 738 Bay Ave. Somers Point
An inspiring documentary about a poor, uneducated Irish immigrant who sets sail for America in 1928 with nothing but his faith and dreams of becoming a millionaire. This is the story of a tireless missionary, an unlikely hero, and one of history’s greatest advocates. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $7 for students up to age 18. Visit gatewaybythebay.org for tickets and information.
Tartan Tenors
7:30pm
Stockton Performing Arts Center 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway
The group is their own Celtic Invasion, mixing music energy with traditional folklore, dance, and humor. With an arsenal featuring classic bagpipes and fiddle, driving drum tones, and signature guitar styles. Tickets and additional information are available at stockton.edu/pac.
Sunday, March 19th
Wildwoods Spring Wedding Expo
12-4pm
Wildwoods Convention Center 4501 Boardwalk
South Jersey’s largest free wedding expo, featuring everything you need to plan your perfect wedding. From wedding venues, to planners, photographers, videographers, caterers, bakeries, florists, salons and spas, transportation companies, DJs, musical entertainment and bridal fashions, you’ll find it at the Wildwoods Convention Center. For more information, visit wildwoodsweddings.com.
Monday, March 20th
Garden Talk: Welcome Spring
5:30pm
ACUA Community Garden 6700 Delilah Rd. Egg Harbor Township
ACUA partners with the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Atlantic County to offer monthly Garden Talk meetings in 2023. Growing tips so you’ll have successful seedlings in no time. Register online at www.acua.com/garden.
Tuesday, March 21st
Sustainable Book Group OCUT
6pm
The Sustainable Book Group for Ocean City and Upper Twp. will be discussing 1001 Voices on Climate by Devi Lockwood via Zoom. Register in advance to receive the Zoom link for this meeting and learn more at https://bit.ly/SBG21MarchZoom.
New Moon Night Market & Dance Party
8pm
Anchor Rock Club 247 S. New York Ave. Atlantic City
Anchor Rock Club will transform into Swamp City for March’s New Moon Night Market and Dance Party. This monthly retail ritual features independent/small businesses, emerging artists, beloved local acts, and even regional headliners.
Thursday, March 23rd
Coffee Klatch: Special Guest Speaker
1pm
John Froonjian, Executive Director of The William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy at Stockton University addresses Profiles in Courage: Defining Political and Governmental Leadership through Issues, Ideas and People. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom or by Zoom. RSVP by March 16th by contacting Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.
Friday, March 24th
Little’s Dairy Bar 50th Anniversary Opening Day
12pm
617 Zion Rd. Egg Harbor Township
Come celebrate Little’s 50th Anniversary and get your favorite treat. Opened in May 1973 by Mr. Robert Little, the LaPorte family took over operation in April 1998. Think Spring and enjoy a special treat.
Ocean City Fashion Show Kickoff
7pm
Ocean City Yacht Club 100 Bay Rd.
Doors open at 6:30pm Lite fare and refreshments will be served. $35 per person. Limited seating. Tickets are available at the Welcome Centers or online at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
Frankie Negrón
7:30pm
Stockton Performing Arts Center 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway
Renowned Latin music superstar Frankie Negron brings his distinct blend of traditional salsa and progressive influences of pop, rock, gospel, R&B, hip-hop, and reggaeton. Tickets and additional information are available at stockton.edu/pac.
Vagabond 10th Anniversary Party
9pm
672 N. Trenton Ave. Atlantic City
Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House in Atlantic City celebrates its 10th Anniversary, and they are celebrating in style with live music by The Usual Suspects.
Saturday, March 25th
EHT Spring Clean Communities Day
8:30am
EHT Community Center 5045 English Creek Ave. Egg Harbor Township
Join Egg Harbor Township Clean Communities for this special event. Everyone is encouraged to participate by spending the day cleaning up along roadways, on public property, and in non-residential problem areas (vacant lots) in neighborhoods. For more information, call 609-926-3838 or sign up via Eventbrite.
OC CON Super Hero 1 Mile Run and Kids Super Hero Obstacle Dash
9-11am
Carey Stadium 500 Boardwalk
Pre-registration and Race Day Registration. The event starts at 9am at Carey Stadium. For more information and registration, go to ocnj.us/race-events or contact lrumer@ocnj.us.
EHT PAL STEM Expo & Craft Fair
10am-2pm
Buddy’s Adventure Zone 2542 Ridge Ave. Egg Harbor Township
March is STEM month in New Jersey. The Police Activities League of Egg Harbor Township & Atlantic County’s STEM Expo will introduce the community to their vast variety of programs and allow kids and parents to explore unique, hands-on STEM projects firsthand, including Mindstorms EV3, Lego WeDo, Smart Car, Smart Robot, Drones, Solar viewing (weather permitting) and so much more. For more information, visit ehtpal.org.
Celtic Music at Ocean City Arts Center
2pm
1735 Simpson Ave. 2nd Floor, Ocean City
Come listen, learn and experience Nae Breeks Pipes & Drums, inside the Ocean City Arts Center. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 609-399-7628.
Upper Township Indians Bag Bingo
6pm
Egg Harbor Township Elks 1816 Somers Point Mays Landing Rd. EHT
Ladies, don’t leave your husbands at home this time. Bingo prizes include 6-8 designer handbags, fishing/hunting and other “macho” prizes as well. Tickets are $35 in advance. Venmo @UpperTwpFootball or text or call 609-425-5736/610-209-4935 for tickets.
Who Hijacked My Fairytale? with Kelly Swanson
7:30pm
Stockton Performing Arts Center 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway
Comedy and inspiration, for when your glass slipper turns out to be plastic. Tickets and additional information are available at stockton.edu/pac.
Sunday, March 26th
Margate Cherry Blossom Festival
12-4pm
Margate Community Church 8900 N. Ventnor Ave.
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with their first annual Cherry Blossom Festival. Wear tie dye swag, bring chairs, blankets and enjoy music, crafts, food and more. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/margatehasmore.
UNICO Annual Pasta Diner
12-5pm
Quaremba Hall 15 N. Georgia Ave. Atlantic City
The Greater Atlantic City Chapter of UNICO will hold its annual Pasta Dinner on March 26th. Ticket prices are $10 per adult and $5 children ages 3-10. Children under age 3 are free. Tickets are available from any UNICO member, at the door, or at eventbrite.com. Event benefits UNICO Scholarship Foundation and The Parish of St. Monica/St. Michael’s Church. For additional information, go to unicoac.org.
Eggcelent Egg Hunt at 4-H
12:30pm
Atlantic County 4-H Fairgrounds 3120 Route 50, Mays Landing
Celebrate Easter with Atlantic County 4-H. The Egg Hunts will begin at 1:15. Refreshments will be available for purchase; have your photo taken with the Easter Bunny, and enjoy photo-ops with live animals. $10 per ticket. Rain or shine.
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
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, April 5th 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, April 10th 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. For more information and to register, please visit www.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. 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 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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