Events & Happenings
South Jersey Classics Auto Show & Sales Event
Thursday, February 7th – Sunday, February 10th
Showboat Atlantic City 801 Boardwalk
South Jersey Classics will be offering over 100 classic and collector vehicles that will be available for purchase, along with multiple car related vendors and show vehicles on display. Free admission. showboatcarshow.com.
Second Friday at Noyes Arts Garage
Friday, February 8th from 6-8pm
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Join Noyes Arts Garage as they celebrate the opening of two new exhibits. Artist Lou Storey opens his solo exhibition “Small Worlds: Kawads, Mandalas & Portals” The Links Foundation will also be presenting their 50th Anniversary Black History Art Exhibition. This event is free and open to the public.
Connections Opening Reception
Friday, February 8th from 6-7:30p
Ocean City Fine Arts League 711 Asbury Ave.
Join Ocean City Fine Arts League for their first themed show of the year, “Connections” Opening Reception and Awards presentation.
Open Mic Night
Fridays from 7-10pm
Enlightened Cafe 6414 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor
Open Mic, Open State to all musicians looking to spread good vibes through music and community.
Atlantic County Home Show & Sale
Saturday, February 9th from 11am-6pm & Sunday, February 10th from 11am-4pm
Atlantic County Institute of Technology 5080 Atlantic Ave. Mays Landing
This two day event will bring together homeowners and many of the most knowledgeable and experienced home and décor experts under one roof in the Atlantic County area. Free admission and parking. 856-401-9111.
Children’s Tea
Saturday, February 9th from 11:45am-2pm
Ocean City Historical Museum
Join the Ocean City Historical Museum for their annual Children’s Tea held in the Museum and the Senior Center. Tickets are $10 per person. Purchase your tickets at the museum, online at www.ocnjmuseum.org or by calling 609-399-1801.
Healing Arts through Creative Expression
Saturday, February 9th from 1-2:30pm
William Spangler Library at ACCC 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing
Atlantic Cape Community College will host an opening reception for their latest exhibit, “Healing Arts through Creative Expression.” This show will be focusing on people’s physical and emotional healing through artistic means. Each individuals healing journey will be evidenced through tattoos, poetry, mixed media, photography and short stories. This exhibit will be on display from February 9th – April 6th.
All Levels Drawing Class
Sundays from 11am-1pm
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
This drawing class is for all levels. Visit lmorganartworks.com for more information and registration.
Welcome to Wellness
Monday, February 11th from 5:30-7pm
The Leadership Studio 161 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City
As a commitment to our mission of being a space that offers opportunities for physical, mental, and emotional wellness, The Leadership Studio is excited to announce a free, introductory 6 week series, in helping to create and sustain whole life health and wellness as we head into the New Year.
Ventnor Polar Plunge
Saturday, February 16th at 11:15am
Newport Ave. Beach, Ventnor
The Ventnor Business Association will be hosting their First Annual Presidential Polar Plunge. Registration is $20 and includes long-sleeve t-shirt and breakfast. Register online at www.vbanj.com.
Sea Isle Polar Bear Plunge
Saturday, February 16th at 2pm
JFK Blvd. & the Boardwalk, Sea Isle City
Jump-start the 2019 season at the annual Polar Bear Plunge. Come early, as the polar bears don’t stay in the ocean very long. For more information, visit www.lacoasta-seaisle.com.
Paint Your Person Valentine’s Paint Party
Saturday, February 16th from 7-9:30pm
The Leadership Studio 161 S. Tennessee Ave. Atlantic City
Come capture your significant other, friend or family member in an amazing Pop Art Portrait. Join artists Leah Morgan and Christian Correa as they guide you step by step through a masterpiece they’ll be proud to hang. $45 per person includes pre-sketched canvas, supplies and step by step instructions. Registration is available online at https://christiannleah.wufoo.com/forms/z1sdg1ck1t514vf/.
Mike Seafood Polar Bear Run and Walk for Autism
Sunday, February 17th at 12pm
JFK Blvd. & the Boardwalk, Sea Isle City
Join over 4,000 participants as they celebrate the 11th annual run and walk for autism. Registration is open online at www.polarbearrunwalkforautism.com. Day-of registration will also be available at La Costa from 9-11:30am.
Full Moon Drum Circle
Monday, February 18th from 6:30-8pm
Enlightened Cafe 6414 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor
Join Enlightened Café as they celebrate the Full Snow Moon. The Drum Circle is free, sober and family friendly.
Pancakes for Puppies
Saturday, February 23rd from 8-10am
Applebee’s 700 Consumer Square, Mays Landing
Friends of Egg Harbor Township Dog Park will be hosting their annual fundraiser on Saturday, February 23rd. Proceeds from this event will go toward improvements to the park. Tickets are limited. Call 609-926-1068 or e-mail dburns054@gmail.com to reserve your tickets. For more information, visit www.ehtdogpark.com.
AMI Foundation Designer Bag Bingo and Basket Raffle
Saturday, February 23rd at 6pm
Holy Spirit High School 500 S. New Rd. Absecon
The AMI Foundation of Atlantic Medical Imaging will host their 3rd Annual Designer Bag Bingo and Basket Raffle. Doors open at 4:30pm. Tickets are $35 and include 12 bingo game cards. Light refreshments will also be made available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Holy Spirit High School Girls Crew Team. amifoundation.com, or call 609-568-9153 for more information. Attendees must be 18 years or older.
Dancing at Somers Point Fire Co. 1
Somers Point Fire Company 1 would like to advise everyone that the dances will not be held during the months of January and February. The first dance for 2019 will be held on March 5th and every Tuesday night thereafter at Fire Company 1 on Bethel Rd.
Open to all, singles and couples. Admission is $10 and includes light refreshments. 609-408-3619.
Atlantic City Events
Lee Brice
Friday, February 8th at 8pm
Ovation Hall at Ocean Resort
Tickets start at $45
Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons
Friday, February 8th & Saturday, February 9th at 8pm
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Tickets start at $40
Sinatra Meets the Sopranos
Saturday, February 9th at 8pm
Borgata Event Center
Tickets start at $29
Taste of AC Restaurant Week Charity Kick Off
Wednesday, February 12th from 5:30-8pm
Atlantic City Convention Center
Tickets are $35 per person
Enjoy samples of the most delicious foods from more than 10 restaurants who participate in Atlantic City Restaurant Week, along with live music and a dessert bar. All proceeds benefit Atlantic City charities. For tickets and more information, visit acrestaurantweek.com/kickoff.
Atlantic City RV & Camping Show
Friday, February 15th – Sunday, February 17th
Atlantic City Convention Center
Tickets are $12 for adults
The convention will be open Friday, February 15th from 11am-7pm, Saturday from 10am-7pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm. For more information, visit atlanticcityrvshow.com.
Cage Fury Fighting Championships: Brady vs. Abdul Hakim
Saturday, February 16th at 6pm
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Tickets start at $59
Sean Brady vs. Taj Abdul Hakim compete in a main event Welterweight Title match.
Cheap Trick
Saturday, February 16th at 8pm
Sound Waves at Hard Rock
Tickets start at $60
Chubby Checker
Saturday, February 16th at 8pm
Superstar Theater at Resorts
Tickets start at $35
The Isley Brothers
Saturday, February 16th at 8pm
Ovation Hall at Ocean Resort
Tickets start at $69
Community Events
Stories, Stay & Play
Saturday, February 8th at 10:30am
Atlantic County Library Brigantine 201 15th St. S
Suggested for ages 1 1/2 to 3. Support your child’s early literacy skills by joining Miss Bonnie and her crew to hear stories, sing songs & make a quick craft. Siblings welcome.
Family Drum Circle
Friday, January 25th at 5pm
New Day Family Success Center 622-624 S. New York Rd. Galloway
This 45-minute family friendly drum circle is a great way for kids and adults to bond. This event is no cost to participants. Pre-registration is required.
Yoga for Life
Saturday, February 9th at 9:30am
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Please note: Due to new library hours, doors to the Mays Landing Branch will open at 9:30am on Saturdays. Yoga class will be from 9:45-10:45 am. Registration and $5 fee required for each session.
Storytime University
Saturdays at 10:30am
Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
Open to ages 3-6; children must be accompanied by an adult. Children & their caregivers will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and movement while building language and literacy skills.
LEGO Club
Saturday, February 9th at 11am
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Suggested for ages 5 and up. Come meet up with other LEGO enthusiasts and build your own LEGO creations.
Checkmates Chess Club
Saturdays from 12-4:30pm
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Exercise your mind. We welcome all to the challenge of playing a friendly game of chess with others.
Black History Month Celebration Series: Jazz Concert
Saturday, February 9th at 2pm
Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Dr.
Open to all ages. Come see a vintage Jazz band perform a concert featuring music highlighting African-American composers and performers.
Gathering Wool
Tuesdays at 10am
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Ventnor Ave.
Open to adults. All levels of experience welcome. Join the group to stitch, loop, craft & chat. You won’t find a cozier club anywhere.
Cooking Matters for Kids
Tuesdays from 5-8pm
Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Dr.
Suggested for ages 8-12. Kids will learn basic cooking and nutritional skills in a series of 6 classes presented by the Community Food Bank of New Jersey. Registration required. Please register for each class individually.
Furry Buddies
Tuesday, February 12th at 6:30pm
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Suggested for ages 6-14. Read a story to Cody, Erin or Freedom, therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children.
English Conversation Group
Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Ventnor Ave.
Open to adults. Would you like to improve your English conversation skills while meeting new people?
Toddler Storytime
Thursdays at 1pm
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Suggested for ages 1 ½-3. Registration requested. Bring your little ones to hear stories and sing songs.
Love at First Stitch Needlecraft Group
Thursdays at 6:30pm
Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor City 134 Philadelphia Ave.
Open to adults and teens. Join our dedicated crafting group. If you crochet, knit, or do any other type of needle craft, this is your club. Learn and practice your craft in a fun, welcoming environment.
Pilates
Saturday, February 16th at 9:45am
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Please note: Due to new library hours, doors to the Mays Landing Branch will open at 9:30am on Saturdays. Pilates class will be from 9:45-10:45am. Open to adults and teens. Registration and $5 fee required for each session.
Black History Month Celebration Series: African Culture Fashion Show
Saturday, February 16th from 1-3pm
Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Dr.
Open to all ages. Registration required. In celebration of Black History Month, come view and participate in an African Cultural Fashion Show.
Easter Desserts
Tuesday, February 19th from 6-9pm
Atlantic Cape Community College 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing
Students will learn the proper techniques in preparing a coconut-lime cake with cream cheese icing, lemon meringue filled cupcakes and pineapple upside down cake. The workshop fee is $75. For more details or to register, call 609-343-5655.
Free Pet Behavior Lectures
Thursday, February 21st at 6pm
Warren E. Fox Nature Center 109 Route 50, Estell Manor
Join Loring Silvinski, former veterinary hospital owner and dog trainer, for free monthly lectures to help your fur-kids be the best behaved they can. For more information, please call the Nature Center at 609-625-1897.
Classes in Art
The Ventnor Cultural Arts Center is holding Classes in Art year-round. Workshops range in pottery, watercolor, oil & acrylics, pottery, pastels, jewelry making and mosaic. Classes are $20 each. Beginners welcome! Pre-registration is required. Call 609-823-7952 or visit ventnorarts.org 6500 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor.