Summer at the Jersey Shore – Game On
Letter from the editor
Each week I drop off magazines at the Ocean City Welcome Center. Perched high off the 9th Street bridge on the way into Ocean City, it offers a beautiful view of the intercoastal waterway. There is always a car or two in the lot during the spring and winter months. But last Friday, as I pulled up, everything had changed. You could feel the excitement in the air as another busy season had arrived.
The parking lot was full. Bikers and walkers were passing by and there were many photographers positioned behind tripods with cameras, capturing the beauty. I knew this moment was coming. We all have that one defining moment when we realize summer is here and it is game on!
Summer is our season in South Jersey and it has arrived! We are so fortunate to live at the Jersey Shore with its beauty and attractions that draw visitors by the thousands. The boost to our local economy is tremendous and much anticipated by business owners.
This Friday, the annual unlocking of the ocean is taking place in Ocean City as business owners, dressed in their work attire, march into the ocean while Mayor Jay Gillian officially turns the key that unlocks summer. Resorts Casino and Hotel will drop one thousand beach balls on the Atlantic City Boardwalk to kick off the 2019 season. This is just the start of what is an endless summer of celebration in South Jersey.
Memorial Day Weekend, the unofficial start of summer is full of BBQs, pools, fireworks, food, and family across the country but nowhere compares to what we have right here at the Jersey Shore. The sights and sounds of the beach along with the boardwalk bustling with activity, the scent of delicious foods and laughter of children on the rides. There is nothing like it! Atlantic City and downbeach offer some of the best dining and entertainment experiences on the east coast.
Although we “locals” are typically working hard during the summer, be sure to take a moment to smell the suntan lotion and take in some salt air. Never forget how fortunate we are to live here at the Shore, where everybody wants to be.
Most importantly, Memorial Day is the time to remember and honor those who fought and sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Read about all the events taking place to honor our fallen soldiers on page 8.
Happy Memorial Day!
Peace & Love,
Cindy
