The City Pulse with Whitney Ullman
I’m honored to launch “Whitney’s Weekend Picks” here at Shore Local, and look forward to providing you with information about some of the best entertainment we have in Atlantic and Cape May counties. If you’re looking for inspiration, and want to take your creativity to the next level, you’ll find some fun exhibits and events in our area this weekend. Have fun and be safe everyone!
ATLANTIC COUNTY
What: The Atlantic City Boat Show
Where: Atlantic City Convention Center
When: Wednesday, March 1-Sunday, March 5
Time: Wednesday-Friday, noon-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Website: www.acboatshow.com
Tickets: $20
The Atlantic City Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive Insurance, is back at the Atlantic City Convention Center March 1-5 featuring something for every boater.
There will be hundreds of vessels on display, interactive boating exhibits for the whole family and a one-stop shop for boats, boating accessories, and on-the-water adventures.
What: Smokey Robinson
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa
When: Friday, March 3
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: https://borgata.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/event-center/smokey-robinson.html
Tickets: From $60
Rock ’N Roll Hall of Famer Smokey Robinson, known for over four decades of hits, will take over the stage at Borgata’s Event Center on Friday, March 3.
What: Shrek Rave at The Yard
Where: Bally’s The Yard
When: Saturday, March 4
Time: 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Website: https://casinos.ballys.com/atlantic-city/yard
Tickets: $20
This Shrek themed rave is making its exclusive New Jersey stop at Bally’s The Yard in Atlantic City on March 4. Grab your costumes and remember: IT’S DUMB JUST COME HAVE FUN!
What: The Atlantic City Ballet 40th Anniversary Gala
Where: Caesars Atlantic City Hotel & Casino
When: Saturday, March 4
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: www.acballet.org
Tickets: $250
Celebrate the Atlantic City Ballet’s 40th anniversary with a gala celebration beginning at 7 p.m. It includes dinner, dancing and a salute to their accomplished alumni over the past 40 years.
What: “My Atlantic City” Exhibit
Where: Union Hall Arts
When: Now until April 17
Website: www.UnionHallArts.com
Check out Union Hall Arts and its new exhibition, “My Atlantic City,” which features 70 artists who showcase Atlantic City in different mediums. See website for details.
What: The Somers Point Paddy Crawl
Where: Somers Point
When: Saturday, March 4
Time: Noon-5 p.m.
Website: https://fb.me/e/3nIAUrj0K
Tickets: $30
Hop on a jitney between Somers Point bars for music, food and drink specials. Plus, a portion of the proceeds will go to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey-Southern Branch.
CAPE MAY COUNTY
What: The Gallery at Jessie Creek Winery
Where: Jessie Creek Winery, Cape May Court House
When: Saturday March 4
Time: Noon-4 p.m.
Website: https://jessiecreekwinery.com/the-art-gallery/
Every month, The Gallery at Jesse Creek Winery displays art from the local community, and this Saturday they will debut their new exhibition by Sean Friel. Enjoy meeting the artists, trying a featured wine sample and live music.
What: Chanelle René “Pure Essence” Art Exhibition
Where: The Road Theater in North Cape May
When: Friday, March 3-Friday, March 31
Website: www.endoftheroadtheater.com
The Pure Essence exhibition consists of contemporary paintings by local artist, Chanelle René.
What: The Playmates’ Big Flute Adventure
Where: Ocean City Library
When: Sunday, March 5
Time: 2 p.m.
Website: www.oceancitylibrary.org
The Playmates’ Big Flute Adventure will feature two flutes and a jazz trio-and it’s free and open to the public.
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!
