The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
There are some really fun happenings this week so make sure to support your local venues and get your tickets in advance so you don’t miss out on any fun! Oh, and feel free to tag me in your photos and videos.
Who: Kenny Wayne Shepherd-25th Anniversary of Trouble
Where: Borgata-The Music Box
When: Friday, March 31
Time: 9 p.m.
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd has been nominated for five Grammy Awards, had six singles in the Top10 and holds the record for the longest running album on the Billboard Blues Charts with his song, “Trouble Is.” And with millions of albums sold, he will bring his most popular jams to the stage at Borgata’s Music Box.
Who: “A Bronx Tale”-A One Man Show Starring Chazz Palminteri
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Saturday, April 1
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment
Academy Award nominee Chazz Palminteri will bring his original one-man show to the stage at Ovation Hall. I’ve seen his performance and it gives great insight into his experience growing up in the Bronx.
Who: Lit in AC
Where: Boardwalk Hall
When: Saturday, April 1
Time: 7 p.m.
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This star-studded lineup of your favorite r&b, hip-hop and soul artists will have everyone jammin’. Get your tickets to see Ja Rule, Ashanti, Fat Joe, Foxy Bown, Remy Ma, the Ying Yang Twins and more.
What: DJ Skyline Dance Party
Where: Rhythm & Spirits
When: Saturday, April 1
Time: 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
Website: www.rhythmandspirits.com/events
DJ Skyline hosts a weekly dance party at Rhythm & Spirits, and as they say it’s where a swanky cocktail club and Atlantic City nights merge. He’s one of the best DJs in the area and will have you jammin’ all night.
What: The Atlantic City Half Marathon and 8k
Where: Atlantic City Boardwalk
When: Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2
Time: Saturday 8 a.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.
Website: www.acraceseries.com
This is New Jersey’s oceanfront half marathon, and you can register to take part in 8 miles of boardwalk running. Earn medals and a technical shirt for all race distances.
What: Spring Parade and Festival and First Day of Brigantine Baseball
Where: 26th Street Baseball Field in Brigantine
When: Saturday, April 1
Time: 9 a.m.
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Head to Brigantine for their annual Spring Parade followed by the Family Fun Spring Festival, which includes food, drinks, games, shopping and more. Plus, it’s also the opening day for the Brigantine Baseball and Softball Association.
What: Easter EggstravaganZOO
Where: Cape May County Park and Zoo
When: Saturday, April 1
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Website: www.capemaycountynj.gov/1553/Easter-EggstravagaZoo-2023
The Easter EggstravaganZoo takes place at the Cape May County Park and Zoo in Cape May Court House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and it’s FREE for all ages. There will be educational displays, a scavenger hunt, crafts and live animal encounters.
What: Kids Craft Series-Egg Decorating
Where: Tony’s Baltimore Grill
When: Sunday, April 2
Time: 10 a.m.
Website: www.facebook.com/tonysbaltimoregrill
This fun egg decorating event for kids will feature an Easter Bunny appearance and six eggs per child. It’s for ages 3-12, one child per adult and they must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $25 per child and includes one kids meal.
Who: Buffet Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Where: Black Cat Bar and Grill in Absecon
When: Sunday, April 2
Time: 11 a.m.
Website: www.facebook.com/blackcatgrill
Head to the Black Cat for Breakfast with the Easter Bunny from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. They are asking for a $10 donation (or more) for Field of Dreams.
What: Mark’s Wine Club
Where: Bar 32 Chocolate on Tennessee Avenue in Atlantic City
When: Wednesday, April 5
Time: 6 p.m.-7 p.m.
Tickets: $25
Website: www.opentable.com/r/bar-32-chocolate-atlantic-city
Marc Callazzo is a restaurateur, real estate developer and wine lover who created this informal club for those who have a love for wine and just want to have a good time. Each event features a wine theme and includes a tasting, light snack, tax and gratuity.
Who: Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Steel Pier
Where: Steel Pier
When: Saturday, April 8
Time: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Tickets: $16.95
Website: www.SteelPier.com
Enjoy a great morning with the family at the Steel Pier’s Annual Pancake Breakfast with the Easter Bunny. Children 12 and under that purchase a breakfast will receive a FREE ride wristband valid from noon until closing April 8.
What: Easter Sunday Best Dressed Contest
Where: Steel Pier
When: Sunday, April 9
Time: 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Tickets: FREE TO REGISTER
Come dressed in your best to the Steel Pier’s Best Dressed Contest. If you’re going to register, make sure to arrive by 1 p.m. at the Waterside Pavilion.
What: 147th Atlantic City Easter Promenade and Best Dressed Contest for Adults
Where: Showboat Resort at the Boardwalk entrance
When: Sunday, April 9
Time: 2 p.m. (Contest will be moved indoors if inclement weather).
Everyone is invited to enter the contest. Must be 21 or older and be at the Showboat Boardwalk entrance by 1:30 to register. This event invites adults to dress to impress for the chance to win a prize in six different Easter Best Dressed categories. They are: Man, Woman, Couple, Senior, Miss NJ Contestants and Best Easter Hat.
Whitney Ullman, Stockton University graduate, and founder of gotowhitney.com is known as a “go to” resource, content creator, reporter, and influencer with established credibility in Atlantic City, The Jersey Shore, Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. With over 6 million views on her social platforms, she created TheCityPulse.com as a go-to lifeline for all things happening in the city!
