Events & Happenings
ARTeriors
Now – May 1st
Showboat Atlantic City 801 Boardwalk
Local artists transform an empty property in a neighborhood that is in transition into a pop-up art instillation, highlighting the rebirth of Atlantic City. This installation will feature work from Billy Joe Michel, Lennox Warner, Belinda Manning, Studio 130 and more. More information is available at www.atlanticcityartsfoundation.org.
Art Show at Ventnor Library
Now – March 31st
6500 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor
Local artist Carmela Patrone of Longport will exhibit her plank art, pastels and watercolor paintings.
Fourth Friday at Nashville North Studio
Friday, March 22nd from 6-8pm
210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood
Join Nashville North Studio for this month’s exhibit, “Shattered: Portrait of a Glass Factory” featuring fine art photographers Tom Holding and David Woeller. This display is a showcase for their art and a glimpse into the area’s glass industry.
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. Jam with others or go solo.
Designer Bag Bingo
Saturday, March 23rd at 6pm
EHT Elks Lodge 1815 Somers Point-Mays Landing Rd.
Featuring handbags by Coach, Kate Spade and Michael Kors. 50/50 raffle, extra games, basket raffle and more. Tickets are $35 in advance and $40 at the door if available. Doors open at 5pm. For questions, call 609-927-0295.
Third Annual Comedy for a Cause
Saturday, March 23rd from 7-10pm
Josie Kelly’s Public House 908 Shore Rd. Somers Point
Join the Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation for a night of laughs, as comedians Brad Trackman and Michael Brooks take the stage. Brad Trackman is a national touring comedian who has appeared on Comedy Central, the Late Late Show and Comics Unleashed. Michael Brooks is a stand-up comedian born and raised in Philadelphia. Tickets are $35 per person. For tickets and more information, visit www.thedcrf.org.
Upper Township Restaurant Week
Sunday, March 24th – Friday, March 29th
This event called “Mangia! Eat Upper” will showcase 10 area restaurants. Each will offer fixed menus for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Pricing, not inclusive of tip or gratuity, is $7.19 for breakfast, $12.19 for lunch and $19.19 for dinner. For a complete list of participating restaurants, menu options and dining details, visit www.upperbiz.com.
Manifest with Ash Yoga
Sundays at 10am
Enlightened Cafe 6414 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor
Come out to manifest and get your Spiritual Sunday on with Ashley Gordon. This is a donation-based class and our volunteers appreciate anything you can offer.
Zumbini
Sundays at 10am
Hamilton Mall 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing
Created by Zumba and BabyFirst for kids ages 0-4, Zumbini combines music, dance, and educational tools for non-stop bonding, learning, and fun for mom or dad and baby! Sign up for the one of the two 6 week sessions today.
The classes are near the Hamilton Harbor Kids Play Area next to Fabulous Beauty Supply. The mall doors are open even though the listed business hours start at 11AM.
All Levels Drawing Class
Sundays at 11am
Noyes Arts Garage 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City. Classes start at $25 and advanced registration is required. More information is available at lmorganartworks.com.
Upper Township Sustainable Green Team Roundtable
Tuesday, March 26th at 6pm
Cape May County Library Upper Township Branch 2050 Tuckahoe Rd. Petersburg. The Green Team wants to listen to resident interests and questions about green topics. If you would like to participate, please register at http://uppertwpgreenteam.eventbrite.com. Walk-ins are welcome. For questions and information, contact Ralph Cooper at http://uppertwpgreenteam.yahoo.com or call 609-464-0920.
Senior Dancing Society
Tuesdays from 7:30-10pm
Somers Point Fire Co. 1 447 Bethel Rd.
Admission is $10 and includes light refreshments. There are some line dances along with social dances, and dance mixers each week. For more information and directions, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.
Celebration of Life Conference
Saturday, March 30th at 6pm
Hess School Auditorium 700 Babcock Rd. Mays Landing
This special event, hosted by Wellspring Church of New Jersey, focuses on human trafficking awareness with speakers, live music and more. This year’s main speaker is Brandy Smith from HEAAT. To learn more, visit https://www.wellspring-church.com/celebration-of-life-conference.
Night Skate at Ocean City Skatepark
Saturday, March 30th from 6-9pm
5th Street and West Avenue
Join OC Skate Club for a fun evening of skating. Free drinks and snacks, skate pictures and music by DJ Bill. $5 entry.
Smithville Inn’s Semi-Annual Bridal Expo
Wednesday, April 3rd from 6-9pm
1 New York Rd. Galloway
Personally meet our special event coordinators, Kyle and Justine, our acclaimed banquet staff, the area’s best wedding vendors and see all that the Smithville Inn has to offer. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, champagne, fashion shows, door prizes and much more will be included. Free admission.
Spring-Theme Painting Party Fundraiser
Friday, April 5th from 6-8:30pm
Session Arts Studio 634 Lost Pine Way Suite 4, Galloway
The Atlantic Center for Independent Living, local non-profit, is hosting a painting party fundraiser. Participants will receive instruction from a professional as well as supplies to make a painting. The painting theme will be the front of a bicycle with a basket of flowers. The cost is $35. Attendees can bring snacks and beverages; adult beverages are permitted. Anyone who requires accommodations, please call the Arts Studio at 609-204-8278 by March 22nd. RSVP encouraged.
Atlantic City Events
Lionel Richie
Friday, March 22nd and Saturday, March 23rd at 8pm
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Tickets start at $75
Joel McHale
Saturday, March 23rd at 8pm
Tropicana Showroom
Tickets start at $50
Joel McHale is one of the most sought after comedians and actors in the industry, who is best known for his starring role on the hit comedy series Community.
Whose Live Anyway?
Saturday, March 23rd at 9pm
Ovation Hall at Ocean Resort Casino
Tickets start at $36
The current cast members of the Emmy nominated TV show ‘Whose Line is it Anyway?’ are proud to present their new improve tour. Join Dave Foley, Joel Murray, Greg Proops and Jeff Davis for hilarious improvised comedy. Audience participation is key to the show so bring suggestions and you might be asked to join the cast onstage.
Chris Botti
Saturday, March 30th at 7pm
Ovation Hall at Ocean Resort Casino
Tickets start at $44
Since the release of his 2004 critically acclaimed CD When I Fall In Love, Chris Botti has become the largest-selling American instrumental artist.
Smokey Robinson
Saturday, March 30th at 8pm
Borgata Event Center
Tickets start at $49
Smokey Robinson has received numerous awards including the Grammy Living Legend Award, the National Medal of Arts Award from the President of the United States and more. He has also been inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters’ Hall of Fame.
Mariah Carey
Saturday, March 30th at 8pm
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Tickets start at $60
Piff the Magic Dragon
Saturday, March 30th at 9pm
The Music Box at Borgata
Tickets are $25
Community Events
William Davies Middle School Art Exhibition
Now – March 30th
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Graphic art, paintings, drawings, and conceptual pieces created by 6th, 7th and 8th grade student will be showcased throughout the library for the month of March. Stories, Stay & Play
Friday 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. Stay and play in the Brigantine branch kids’ room afterwards. Siblings welcome.
Yoga for Life
Saturday, March 23rd 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. Yoga class will be from 9:45-10:45 am. Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Open to adults and teens. 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.
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.
STEM Weather Vanes
Saturday, March 23rd at 1:30pm
Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
Open to children ages 5-11; younger children must be accompanied by an adult. Celebrate the windy month by constructing your own weather vane. This event is part of New Jersey Makers Day.
New Jersey Makers Day
Saturday, March 23rd at 1:30pm
Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
Suggested for ages 5-adult. Embrace your inner maker at multiple, unique makers stations. Sponsored by the Atlantic County Library Foundation.
Read Local
Saturday, March 23rd at 2pm
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Open to adults. Meet with local authors Beth Ciotta, Mary Ann Trail, Arthur Higbee with Daniel David Jones and Emari DiGiorgio.
Preschool Storytime
Mondays at 10:30am
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Recommended for ages 3 ½-5. Registration requested. Join us for fun stories and a simple craft designed to develop early literacy skills.
Gathering Wool
Tuesdays at 10am
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Ventnor Ave.
Open to adults. All levels of experience welcome. Would you like to learn how to create original handcrafted blankets, scarves, sweaters and more? Join the group to stitch, loop, craft & chat.
Family Game Night
Tuesday, March 26th from 4-7:30pm
Atlantic County Library Somers Point 801 Shore Rd.
Suggested for ages 8 and up. Try playing our games which include Jenga, Boggle, Chutes and Ladders and more.
Tuesday Night at the Movies: Incredibles 2
Tuesday, March 26th at 6pm
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Open to all. Mr. Incredible is left to care for the kids when Elastigirl accepts a job designed to make superheroes legal again. Snacks served. Please advise library staff of any food allergies.
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? We’ll meet weekly to discuss a new topic in English in a judgement-free zone.
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.
Pilates
Saturday, March 30th 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.
Furry Buddies
Tuesday, April 2nd at 6:30pm
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Suggested for ages 6-14. Read a story to therapy dogs Freedom, Erin and Cody, who love sharing stories with children.
Microsoft Word Basics
Wednesday, April 3rd at 2:30pm
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Open to adults. Registration required and begins 2 weeks before each session. Space is limited. Participants must be experienced using the mouse and keyboard. Learn how to create and format documents, use templates and clipart.
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 for more information.
