Events & Happenings
Second Chance Toys Collection
Now – May 31st
Hamilton Mall 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing. Donate your toys to Customer Service. Plastic toys are preferred but books and puzzles will also be accepted. Please clean all toys with a simple wipe down and that all toys have functioning batteries. No plush toys will be accepted.
Ventnor City Farmers Market
Fridays from 8:30am-12pm
Holy Trinity Parish Atlantic and Newport Avenues
Visit facebook.com/ventnorcityfarmersmarket for updates.
Ocean City Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Person’s Plunge
Friday, May 24th at 12pm
Moorlyn Terrace Beach at the Music Pier
You’re invited to “unlock” the ocean for the summer. Participants dress in business suits, carry briefcases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance. For more information, call 609-399-6111.
Smithville Car Cruise
Friday, May 24th from 5-8pm
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
Cruise on down to Smithville and hang out with fellow car enthusiasts. Drive to the side parking lot of the Village Greene near the red covered bridge.
Fourth Friday at Nashville North Studio
Friday, May 24th from 6-8pm
210 New Rd. Suite 8, Linwood
May’s Fourth Friday celebrates our beautiful spring with a group exhibit entitled Songs of the Sky. Our musical talent will be Tony Troy, originally from Liverpool and now residing in Linwood. For more information, call 609-504-5044 or visit www.nashvillenorthstudios.com.
Brigantine Farmers Market
Saturdays from 8am-12pm
15th Street & Reserve Blvd.
Join Brigantine Green Team every Saturday for their Farmers Markets featuring fresh local produce, artisan items, contests and children’s activities. Rain or Shine. Bring your own bag. Visit https://brigantinegreenteam.com/farmers-market for updates.
Autism Gives Back Car Wash
Saturday, May 25th from 10am-1pm
Brigantine Community Center 165 42nd Street
Young adults with autism are volunteering to wash cars to support South Jersey Cancer Fund so they can continue to help cancer patients and their families. $5 donation.
Zumbathon for Andy’s Glow Foundation
Saturday, May 25th from 12-2pm
Enlightened Cafe 6414 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor
$5 in advance, $7 at the door.
Kenny Wayland Memorial 5K & 10K Run
Sunday, May 26th at 9am
Ventnor Community Building 6500 Atlantic Ave.
All proceeds from the Run provide the funding for the Scholarship Program. High school seniors, residing in the City of Ventnor and accepted at an accredited college are eligible to apply. Students are selected annually based on financial need, grades and community service. Find out more at runsignup.com/Race/Events/NJ/VentnorCity/KennyWaylandMemorial5K10KRun.
Senior Bandstand Night
Tuesday, May 28th at 7:30pm
Somers Point Fire Co. 1 447 Bethel Rd.
A fun night to celebrate that time gone by with theme decorations, music, and a special treat for all those senior teenagers who will attend. Admission is $10.
Rain Barrel Workshop
Wednesday, May 29th at 6pm
Upper Township Wellness Center 1369 Stagecoach Rd. Ocean View
This workshop will include a water conservation presentation by Cape May County Watershed Ambassador Kristen Andrada as well as guided instruction session for attendees to build their own rain barrel. There is a donation of $20 per barrel for this workshop. Please visit uppertwpgreenteam.eventbrite.com to register.
Brutus Fluke Tournament
Saturday, June 1st from 6am-3pm
EHT Elks Lodge 1815 Somers Point-Mays Landing Rd.
This tournament, initiated in 1999 to honor the memory of Walter “the Brute” Gregory Sr, has become a yearly tradition for anglers of all ages. Tournament proceeds support both local veterans and handicapped children’s charities. The entry fee is $30 per angler and fishing may be done from boat, pier or beach. This year’s Brutus Tournament will feature $1,100 in cash prizes. Deadline for registration will be at the end of the 6:00pm Captain’s meeting on Friday, May 31st. For more information or to request a registration form, please email BrutusBoy6665@gmail.com. Registration forms can also be picked up at Somers Point Marine, 24/7 Bait and Tackle, Gregory’s Bar, Ocean City Welcome Center and EHT Elks Lodge.
Smithville Comic Book Show
Saturday, June 1st from 10am-4pm
615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Smithville
This show will include comic artists, writers and characters. Rain date is Sunday, June 2nd.
Le Tour de Downbeach
Sunday, June 2nd
Starting at Newport Ave. & the Boardwalk, Ventnor
This family fun 14 mile bicycle tour begins each year in Ventnor riding down the boardwalk through Atlantic City, a police escort through Margate and Longport, ending with a barbecue to Tomatoes’ restaurant. The pre-registration cost is $20 per rider or $15 each for four or more family riders. Day of ride registration is $25 per rider or $20 each for a family of four. For registration, visit margatehasmore.com/le-tour-de-downbeach.
Zumbini
Sunday, June 2nd at 10:30am
Hamilton Mall 4403 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing
Zumbini is for kids aged 0-4 combining music, dance and educational tools. Enjoy non-stop bonding, learning and fun for mom or dad and baby. Sign up at zumbini.com.
Senior Dancing Society
Tuesday, June 4th at 7:30pm
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.
A Night of Hope
Friday, June 28th at 6pm
6415 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor
Join Hope One and Angels in Motion for their 1st Annual Pasta Dinner Fundraiser and basket raffle extravaganza. All proceeds go towards the combined mission to support sober living funding, outreach efforts and transportation to treatment facilities. Get your tickets now for just $20. Only a limited number of tickets will be available at the door. For tickets, visit www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-of-hope-tickets-60674485018.
Atlantic City Events
Resorts Beach Ball Drop
Friday, May 24th at 3pm
Memorial Day Weekend gets rocking as 5,000 colorful souvenir beach balls are dropped on the boardwalk outside of Resorts Casino Hotel.
Frank Liotti
Friday, May 24th at 8pm & 10pm
AC Comedy Club at the Claridge
Frank Liotti has portrayed criminals and addicts in HBO’s High Maintenance, FOX’s Gotham, Blue Bloods, Law and Order and cult favorites Johnny Zero and Canturbury’s Law.
Atlantic City Blackjacks
Saturday, May 25th at 7pm
Boardwalk Hall
Tickets start at $10
Join the Atlantic City Blackjacks this Saturday as they face off against the Albany Empire.
Collective Soul with Gin Blossoms
Saturday, May 25th at 8pm
Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena
Tickets start at $54
Dave Attell & Jeff Ross
Saturday, May 25th at 8pm
The Music Box at Borgata
Tickets start at $49
Based on Netflix’s latest stand-up offering, Bumping Mics, comedians Jeff Ross and Dave Attell are teaming up to take the stage. Ross is famously known for his celebrity roasts and appearances on Dancing with the Stars.
The Australian Bee Gees Show
Saturday, May 25th at 8pm
Tropicana Showroom
Tickets start at $35
Tropicana Fireworks
Saturdays at 10pm
Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with a dazzling fireworks show that will light up Atlantic City’s skies.
Kevin James
Sunday, May 26th at 7pm
Borgata Event Center
Tickets start at $59
Kevin James is famously known for his roles in King of Queens, I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry, Hitch, Grown Ups and Paul Blart: Mall Cop.
Tony Orlando
Sunday, May 26th at 8pm
Superstar Theater at Resorts
Tickets start at $49
Tony Orlando is one of America’s most endearing and enduring iconic stars.
Kansas
Friday, May 31st & Saturday, June 1st at 8pm
Sound Waves at Hard Rock
Tickets start at $60
Kansas is an American rock band that became popular in the 1970s initially on the album-oriented rock charts and later with hit singles such as “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind”.
DL Hughley
Friday, May 31st at 9pm
The Concert Venue at Harrah’s
Tickets start at $49
The original King of Comedy, D.L. Hughley, is one of the most popular and highly recognized stand up comedians on the road today.
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. Winning entries will advance to the state competition. An awards ceremony will recognize all winners on Thursday, May 30th from 1-3pm. For more information, please visit https://www.atlantic-county.org/intergenerational-services/art-show.asp.
Stories, Stay & 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 & make a quick craft.
Yoga for Life
Saturday, May 25th at 9:45am
Atlantic County Library Mays Landing 40 Farragut Ave.
Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a mat or towel. Open to adults and teens. Registration and $5 fee required for each session.
History Explorers
Saturday, May 25th at 10am
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Suggested for ages 7-12. Journey back in time as we visit fun destinations through books, costumes, and themed activities.
Lego Saturdays
Saturday, May 25th at 1pm
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Suggested for ages 6 and older. Gather with other Lego lovers to build something and show the rest of the group. We supply the Lego’s, you supply the imagination.
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.
Gathering Wool
Tuesdays at 10am
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Open to adults. All levels of experience welcome. Would you like to learn how to create original handcrafted blankets, scarves, sweaters and more?
How to Crochet for Absolute Beginners
Tuesday, May 28th at 2pm
Atlantic County Library Brigantine 201 15th St. S
Open to all ages. Registration requested. Work on various crochet projects. Crochet hooks and yarn will be provided.
Furry Buddies
Tuesday, May 28th at 6:30pm
Atlantic County Library Galloway 306 E. Jimmie Leeds Rd.
Suggested for ages 6-14. Registration requested, but drop-ins are welcome. Read a story to Cody, Erin or Freedom, therapy dogs who love sharing stories with children.
3rd Annual Spring Environmental Series
Tuesday, May 28th at 6:30pm
500 London Ave. Egg Harbor City
Join Sustainable EHC, the city’s green team, as Atlantic County’s top Master Gardener shares information about container and small space gardening. A Pot Party follows in Peace Pilgrim Park. Bring a pot for planting herbs or flowers. Register at www.SustainableEHC.org or call 609-457-2514.
Wednesday Morning Computer Help
Wednesday, May 29th at 10am
Atlantic County Library Ventnor 6500 Atlantic Ave.
Open to adults. Registration required. Do you describe yourself as being computer illiterate? Do you feel relatively comfortable using technology, but have specific questions? Offering answers to your general computer questions.
Welcome Warriors
Wednesdays at 6pm
Denny’s 242 E. White Horse Pike, Galloway
Welcome Warriors is an all-veterans meeting on topics such as employment, adjusting to civilian life, relationships/family and more. For more information, call 609-652-3800 ext. 308 or jangelini@mhanj.org.
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. Come visit and see what we’re doing. 6500 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor.
Trips
Bus Trip to American Ballet Theatre’s “Jane Eyre”
Wednesday, June 5th
Beth Israel invites ballet lovers on a bus trip to see a matinee performance of Jane Eyre starring Misty Copeland, at the Metropolitan Opera House in New York. The bus will depart at 8:30am from Beth Israel in Northfield and will leave New York after the performance at or about 5pm. Tickets for available now, starting at $100, and includes the ballet, bus fare and refreshments. There is also an opportunity to purchase just the bus seats and spend the day in New York. RSVPs are due by May 1st. Please contact Cantor at 609-432-2983 or cantor@cbinorthfield.org.
