Events & Happenings
Second Chance Toys Collection
Now through May 31
Hamilton Mall, 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing
Declutter your kids’ rooms and reduce toys going to the landfill by donating your toys at the Customer Service desk. Call 609-646-8326
Vivaldi: Gloria and Broadway Selections
Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Christ Episcopal Church, Shore Road and Meyran Ave., Somers Point
The Mainland Choral Society presents “Vivaldi: Gloria and Broadway Selections” Contact Stephen Beddia at 609-432-7876.
Linwood Farmers Market
Saturdays May 4 and 11, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Central Square, 199 New Road
Join Linwood Farmers Market for its spring season. Open Saturdays through May 11.
Ocean City Spring Block Party
Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Downtown Ocean City on Asbury Avenue, 5th-14th streets
Enjoy more than 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more. Call 1-800-BEACH-NJ for details.
Ventnor Educational Foundation Color Fun Run
Saturday, May 4, 9 a.m.
Ventnor Educational Community Complex, 400 N. Lafayette Ave.
Register at colorrun.thevcef.com. Day of run registration is $25.
STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Expo
Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
2590 Ridge Ave., Egg Harbor Township
Hosted by the Egg Harbor Township Police Athletic League. Call 609-645-8413.
Free Comic Book Day
Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Hamilton Mall, 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing
May the Fourth be with you. This year’s Free Comic Book Day falls on Star Wars Day and will feature several Star Wars themed additions.
Smithville British Car Show
Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
615 E. Moss Mill Road Smithville
Enjoy the day strolling the Village and seeing spectacular vintage British cars on display. The rain date is Sunday, May 5.
How Lucky Can You Get Cabaret
Saturday, May 4, 7:30 p.m.
Cape May Stage, 405 Lafayette St. in Cape May
Enjoy a happy evening of songs you will recognize, featuring Musical Director Dennis Buck, local talent “Petie” Subin of Margate and “Marty” Browne of Cape May. For tickets, call 609-770-8311.
All-U-Can-Eat Breakfast
Sunday, May 5, 8 a.m.
Somers Point Fire Company No. 2, 20 W. New Jersey Ave.
Enjoy eggs, pancakes and sausage, hosted by the Somers Point Fire Company No. 2 Ladies Auxiliary. Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children under 10..
Greate Egg Harbour Township Historical Society
40th Anniversary Dinner
Thursday, May 9, 6 p.m.
Atlantic City Country Club, 1 Leo Fraser Dr. Northfield
Norman Goos, Atlantic County historian, will present “Early Mills of the Area” and GEHTHS volunteers will be recognized at this milestone celebration. Tickets are $45 and $50. For reservations and details email GEHTHSMuseum@aol.com or call Lisa at 609-646-9633.
May Second Friday
Friday, May 10, 6-8 p.m.
Noyes Arts Garage, 2200 Fairmount Ave. Atlantic City
Join Noyes Arts Garage for this month’s Second Friday event, featuring two new exhibitions, “Collective Identity: The Legacy of Apprenticeship Under Toshiko Takaezu,” and Stockton University’s Senior BFA Exhibition featuring the work of graduating seniors, live music, refreshments and snacks, guest artists and craft vendors. Call 609-626-3805.
Quilts, Wall Hangings by Elizabeth Ohlson
Friday, May 10, 7-9 p.m.
Ocean City Arts Center, 1735 Simpson Ave., second floor
Join Ocean City Arts Center for this month’s art reception, featuring handmade quilts and wall hangings by Elizabeth Ohlson. Call 609-399-7628.
Terrapin Barrier Installation Day
Saturday, May 11, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Margate Causeway
Join the Margate Terrapin Rescue Project as it digs trenches, moves and connects barriers, and gets nearly 2 miles of vulnerable terrapin crossing areas protected as well as performing a roadside and marsh cleanup. Last year upwards of 50 volunteers turned out. Children 8 and up are welcome. Sign up today at margateterrapinrescue.org.
Shirley Mae Run and Michael J. Walk
Saturday, May 11, 9:10 a.m.
In front of the Tropicana 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Lace up to beat breast cancer and pancreatic cancer. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. The 5K run and 2 mile walk begin at 9:10 a.m., and the kids fun run begins at 10 a.m. Registration is open online at shirleymaemichaeljrace.com.
Smithville Children’s Festival
Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road
Enjoy a day of family fun with popcorn, face-painting, animals and games. For a complete schedule of events see historicsmithville.com.
Ventnor’s Second Annual Block Party
Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ventnor Avenue from Troy to Portland Ave.
This fun-filled day will include kids’ activities, great music, delicious food, crafters, local businesses and more. Residents are encouraged to walk or bike to the event. Parking will be available at the Ventnor Educational Community Complex on Lafayette Avenue and a free Jitney will transport all attendees back and forth from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tunes for Trees: A Concert Benefiting the Pinelands Preservation Alliance
Saturday, May 11, 7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Ave.
Join Piano Men Scott Nuss and Amdrew Hink as they perform the best of the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s and dueling grand pianos in a benefit for the Pinelands Preservation Alliance, a non-profit dedicated to saving the New Jersey Pine Barrens. Tickets are $15 at the door, or $10 with student ID. For tickets in advance, email pianomenconcert@gmail.com.
Senior Dancing Society
Tuesdays, 7:30-10 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road
Admission is $10 and includes light refreshments. There are line dances, social dances, and dance mixers each week. For information and directions, contact Rita Voli at 609-408-3619.
Story of Morro Castle Cruise Ship Disaster
Tuesday, May 14th at 7:30 p.m.
Cape May County Library 2050 Tuckahoe Road Petersburg
The Book “Inferno at Sea” the true story of the cruise ship, Morro Castle and its New Jersey connection, will be the program for this month’s membership meeting of the Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township. The two authors of the story, Deborah C. Whitcraft, founder and president of the New Jersey Maritime Museum, and Gretchen F. Coyle, a well known authority on maritime history, will present details on the Morrow Castle’s ill-fated journey from Cuba to New York in 1934. RSVP’s can be registered at uppertwphistory.eventbrite.com.
Atlantic City Events
Kinky Boots
Now – May 5th
Sound Waves at Hard Rock
Tickets start at $35
Kinky Boots is the winner of every major Best Musical award, including the Tony, the Grammy and London’s Oliver Award. Featuring 16 original songs by Cyndi Lauper and direction and choreography by Jerry Mitchell, there’s never been a better time to experience Broadway’s Kinky Boots.
Atlantic City Blackjacks Home Opener
Saturday, May 4th at 3:30 p.m.
Boardwalk Hall
Tickets start at $10
Come cheer on the Atlantic City Blackjacks as they play their first home game against the Columbus Destroyers.
Michael Carbonaro
Saturday, May 4th at 7 p.m.
The Music Box at Borgata
Tickets start at $35
Michael Carbonaro is a famous actor, magician and improvisational artist. Best known for his TruTV series,
NEEDTOBREATHE
Saturday, May 4th at 7 p.m.
Circus Maximus Theater at Caesars
Tickets start at $35
Don’t miss NEEDTOBREATHE as they bring their Acoustic Live Tour to Atlantic City. Hailing from South Carolina, this band is comprised of brothers Bear and Bo Rinehart, Seth Bolt and Josh Lovelace.
Tropicaliente 2
Saturday, May 4th at 8 p.m.
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Tickets start at $59
Grammy Award winner Gilberto Santa Rosa along with Latin Grammy winners Victor Manuelle and India will energize the stage.
The Band Perry
Friday, May 10th at 8 p.m.
Sound Waves at Hard Rock
Tickets start at $59
The Band Perry is a musical group composed of siblings Kimberly, Reid and Neil Perry.
Mother’s Day Music Festival
Saturday, May 11th at 7 p.m.
Boardwalk Hall
Tickets start at $57
This year’s concert features two iconic artists, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly and KEM, and will feature two of the music industry’s best RandB voices, Al B. Sure and Christopher Williams..
Styx
Friday, May 17th at 8 p.m.
Sound Waves at Hard Rock
Tickets start at $79
Community Events
Atlantic County Senior Citizens Art Show
Now – May 30th
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Professional and non-professional artists will compete in a variety of categories, including acrylic, craft, digital imagery, mixed media, oil, pastel, photography, drawing/print, sculpture and watercolor. https://www.atlantic-county.org/intergenerational-services/art-show.asp.
Stories, Stay and Play
Fridays 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 and make a quick craft..
Children’s Mental Health Awareness Fair
Saturday, May 4th from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Y.A.L.E School 100 Burton Ave. Northfield
Rain or shine. Games, activities, door prizes, food and beverages, resource booths and more.
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. Miss Debbie uses the latest books and some old favorites to help introduce new vocabulary and reinforce learning.
Checkmates Chess Club
Saturdays from 12-4:30 p.m.
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.
May the 4th Be With You
Saturday, May 4th from 12-3:30 p.m.
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Road
Open to all. Awaken the force within by making your own lightsaber, then stay to watch The Force Awakens.
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 Atlantic Ave.
Open to adults. All levels of experience welcome.
Family Movie Night
Tuesday, May 7th at 6 p.m.
Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor Township 1 Swift Dr.
Open to all. 3rd Annual Spring Environmental Series
Tuesday, May 7th at 6:30 p.m.
500 London Ave. Egg Harbor City
Join Sustainable EHC, the city’s green team, and learn how simple it is to care for orchards from the experts at Waldor Orchards in Linwood. Orchards will be available for purchase for Mother’s Day gift giving. Register at www.SustainableEHC.org or call 609-457-2514.
Senior Lunch at Lifegate Church
Wednesday, May 8th from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
296 Bethel Road Somers Point
Enjoy a sandwich and soup, meet new friends and bring your friends. $5 donation.
Love at First Stitch Needlecraft Group
Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
Atlantic County Library Egg Harbor City 134 Philadelphia Ave.
Open to adults and teens. Join our dedicated crafting group. If Yoga for Life
Saturday, May 11th at 9:45am
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Open to adults and teens. Registration and $5 fee required for each session.
Mother’s Day Tea Party
Saturday, May 11th at 11am
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Open to ages 4 and older. Registration requested. Mothers, grandmothers and caretakers are welcome to celebrate a special tea party.
Lego Saturdays
Saturday, May 11th at 1 p.m.
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Road
Suggested for ages 6 and older. Gather with other Lego lovers to build something and show the rest of the group.
I Heart Mom Mother’s Day Craft
Saturday, May 11th from 1:30-3 p.m.
Atlantic County Library Pleasantville 33 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
Open to ages 5-11. Registration requested.
History of Steel Pier
Monday, May 13th at 6:30 p.m.
Atlantic County Historical Society 907 Shore Road Somers Point
Owner and President Anthony Cantanoso will give a slide show presentation on the history of the Steel Pier leading up to present day.
Classes in Art
The Ventnor Cultural Arts Center is holding Classes in Art year-round. Classes are $20 each. Beginners welcome! Pre-registration is required. Call 609-823-7952 or visit ventnorarts.org
