From the Editor
October is one of my favorite months at the Jersey Shore. I love grabbing my hoodie and walking along the beach or riding my bike on the Boardwalk. The yellow goldenrods blooming along the dunes are a beautiful sight to behold this time of year. Although the afternoons are warm, the temperatures dip in the morning and evenings. There is a feeling of seasonal change in the air inviting us to pick pumpkins, go on hayrides, and cuddle by an outdoor fire at night.
Early October offers plenty of time to enjoy the experiences and tastes of the season. Hot cider, pumpkin-flavored everything, and all the Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups in the world are waiting to be enjoyed.
Fall activities are bountiful. Be sure to check out all the event listings (page 16-20) in this issue of Shore Local. The Ocean City Fall Block Party, voted one of the best festivals in the country, takes place this Saturday, Oct. 7. Join over 400 crafters, food vendors, musical performances, and so much more on Asbury Avenue. Terror In The Junkyard is open for the season now with haunted hayrides and mazes every weekend through October at Fleming’s Junkyard in Egg Harbor Township. Next weekend, the festivities are abundant, with The Irish Festival taking place in Smithville and WitchCraft, a Good Time Tricycle production, at Paradise Lakes in Hammonton. Don’t forget to enjoy one of the 60+ restaurants participating in Atlantic City Restaurant Week through Oct. 6.
How ever you enjoy the season in South Jersey, stay safe, and remember to always support local business and shop small whenever possible. For these events and plenty of others to choose from, make sure to check out the Wahoo section in this edition of Shore Local Newsmagazine.
Also in this issue, Jersey Shore locals shine! Read about Mara Justine of Galloway who has gained national attention for her star-studded performance on NBC’s “The Voice” (page 21). Northfield’s Gena Laielli won big on Wheel of Fortune this week (page 6) and Linwood shop owners get a visit from none other than Tom Brady , Kevin Hart and Travis Scott (page 8).
Thank you for picking up this edition of Shore Local. Look for us every Thursday on newsstands and online at shorelocalnews.com. Please email shorelocalnews@gmail.com with your story ideas, comments and opinions. Have a wonderful week!
Peace & Love,
Cindy
