Philadelphia Flyers great John LeClair, Phillies legend Larry Bowa and Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell will be part of the eighth annual Sports Memorabilia Show on Saturday and Sunday, April 25 and 26, at the Ocean City Music Pier.
They will greet fans and lead Q&A sessions.
Vendors with merchandise and collector’s items representing a variety of sports and teams will be on display and for sale at the show. Admission is free, and hours will be 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Free parking will be available at municipal lots adjacent to the Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace, Eighth Street and Ninth Street.
LeClair played with the Flyers from 1995 to 2004. He was a five-time All Star, two-time First Team NHL selection, and he scored 406 goals in his NHL career. He won a silver medal at the 2002 Olympics for Team USA. LeClair was inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in 2009 and the Flyers Hall of Fame in 2014. He was a member of the famous “Legion of Doom” line with Eric Lindros and Mikael Renberg.
Bowa was a Gold Glove shortstop for the Phillies during a career in Philly from 1970 to 1981, and he helped the Phils win their first World Series in 1980. During Larry’s career with the Phillies, he was a five-time All-Star and finished third in the MVP voting in 1978. As Phillies manager, he won the 2001 NL Manager of the Year award. In 1991, he was placed on the Phillies Wall of Fame.
The Eagles picked Campbell in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft after a great college career with the Alabama Crimson Tide. After off-season shoulder surgery, Campbell looks to play a big role in the Eagles’ defense this year. He was first team All-SEC in 2024. He was named to the Professional Writers NFL All-Rookie team for the 2025 season.
LeClair, Bowa and Campbell will participate in free Q&A sessions on stage at the Ocean City Music Pier. They also will be available for individual meet-and-greets with fans that will include the opportunity to get autographs and photos.
- John LeClair: Q&A – 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25; Meet & Greet ($25) – 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25.
- Larry Bowa: Q&A – 2 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25; Meet & Greet ($20) – 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25.
- Jihaad Campbell: Q&A – 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, April 26; Meet & Greet ($40) – 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 26.
Advance tickets for the meet-and-greet sessions are available now at ocnj.us/boxoffice. Call 609-399-6111 for more information.
OCHS Drama Guild to present ‘Guys & Dolls’
The Ocean City High School Drama Guild will perform the musical “Guys & Dolls from Thursday through Saturday. Shows are at 6:30 p.m. April 23, 24 and 25 at the school’s Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Art Center (501 Atlantic Avenue). The Broadway musical is based on a story and characters of Damon Runyon.
Advance tickets are recommended and available by visiting ochsdg.wixsite.com/productions.
Coming in May
MAY 1 — Martin Z. Mollusk Day: Come and find out if summer is coming early, 11 a.m. at the 9th Street Beach.
MAY 2 — Spring Block Party: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from 5th Street to 14th Street on Asbury Ave. Over 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more. For more information, call 1-800-BeachNJ
MAY 2-3 — Boardwalk & Downtown Merchant “Discount Days”: 6th Street – 14th Street on the boardwalk and Asbury Ave.
MAY 3 — Community Wellness Day: The annual event will be 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ocean City Free Public Library. The keynote address (11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.) will be delivered by John-Edward Heath, a Marine veteran and adaptive athlete, whose life reflects resilience forged through adversity. At 1 p.m., the event will feature yoga, music, a Reiki demonstration, blood-pressure screenings, healthy snacks and tastings, a discussion on mental health and other topics, and more.
MAY 9 — Spring Cruisin’ The Boards Car Show: Features a variety of cars from 1990 and newer displayed on the boardwalk from 6th – 14th street, noon – 5 p.m. For more information visit cruisintheboards.com or email blinkerfluidproductions@gmail.com.
MAY 9 — Ocean City Schools Art Showcase: See artwork on display from local Ocean City School District students and meet the artists, Music Pier, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MAY 17 — Chica De Mayo: Join the fun for an all-girls Chica De Mayo skate park party at the Ocean City Skate Park. Fun starts at 10 a.m. at the Skate Park, free to attend. For more details call 609-525-9304.
MAY 22 — Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge: Participants dress in business suits, carry brief cases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance to welcome the new season. Noon, 9th St. Beach.
MAY 23 — Memorial Beach Challenge for 31 Heroes: The main obstacle course challenge is a soft sand adventure race followed by our kid’s fun run. Staging at 9th St. beach. For registration information, visit memorialbeachchallenge.com or call 856-905-0583.
MAY 25 — Memorial Day Service: 11 a.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park, between 5th Street and 6th Street on Wesley Avenue.
MAY 25 — National Moment of Remembrance: established by Congress asks Americans, wherever they are at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day, to pause in an act of national unity for a duration of one minute. The moment of remembrance will take place on the Boardwalk.
