The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
Welcome to this week’s roundup of Whitney’s Picks. Explore some entertainment options handpicked just for you. As we kick off the new year, many are still recovering from New Year’s Eve celebrations, but there is still a lot of fun to be had at the Jersey Shore. Share your moments with us using the hashtags #shorelocal and #thecitypulse.
What: Pass/Go by Weekday Underground
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Thursday, Jan. 9
Time: 8 p.m.-midnight
Website: www.anchorrockclub.com
Pass/Go by Weekday Underground featuring Sunday Double NYXWERK with resident DJ FREETHROW. Every second Thursday. Must be 21+ No cover. Featuring house, dance and techno music.
What: Dougherty Restaurant Group Selah Wine Dinner
Where: Knife & Fork Inn
When: Thursday, Jan. 9
Time: 6 p.m. gather and 6:40 p.m. dinner
Website: www.resy.com
Make your reservation for an exclusive wine tasting with Selah owner and vintner Joe Blanton, former pitcher for the 2008 Phillies, as he showcases his Cabernet and RRV Chardonnay wines, paired with a menu crafted by Executive Chef Nick Devine. The event costs $195 plus tax and gratuity. Reserve your spot by calling 609-344-1133 or visit resy.com.
What: Boat House Row-Yacht Rock Experience
Where: Tropicana Atlantic City
When: Friday, Jan. 10
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/tropicana-ac/shows
Boat House Row, the ultimate yacht rock experience is a night of smooth soft rock from the late ’70s and early ’80s featuring the silky, sophisticated sounds of Hall and Oates, Michael McDonald and more.
What: Flashback Fridays | Countdown to Ecstasy-Steely Dan Tribute
Where: Golden Nugget | The Wave
When: Friday, Jan. 10
Time: 9-10:30 p.m.
Website: www.goldennugget.com/atlantic-city/nightlife/the-wave/flashback-fridays
Grab your friends, tease your hair and head to The Wave every Friday night. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 9 p.m. for games, prizes and more. Hosted by Michael James. Admission is $15 and includes a complimentary drink ticket. Must be 21+ to enter The Wave.
Who: Back 2 Mac: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
When: Saturday, Jan. 11
Time: 8 p.m.
Back 2 Mac’s 40+ song list spans all the hits of the chart-topping Buckingham / Nicks / McVie era, solo hits and early classics by Peter Green and Bob Welch. Lush vocal harmonies and an easy-going playfulness with the audience distinguishes Back 2 Mac performances from those of other tributes.
What: Snouts and Stouts Brewing Grand Opening with #ACBEERFEST Fee Free Ticket Sale
Where: Snouts and Stouts Brewing, Hammonton
When: Saturday, Jan. 11
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Website: www.snoutsandstoutsbrewing.com
Are you looking to check out South Jersey’s newest brewery, Snouts and Stouts Brewing? And are you looking to score tickets to The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival and save some loot? Then Snouts and Stouts Brewing has you covered. Join the Good Time Tricycle Crew at the Snouts and Stouts grand opening. They will be offering fee-free #acbeerfest tickets and if you score your tickets from Snouts and Stouts, then you’ll save $12 and your fist beer is covered.
What: Wild World of Animals
Where: The Levoy Theatre Millville
When: Saturday, Jan. 11
Time: Doors open at 1 p.m. Showtime is 2 p.m.
Website: www.levoy.net/event/wild-world-of-animals
Wild World of Animals showcases a unique blend of about 13 different animals ranging from arthropods, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. Their lineup is very diverse, mirroring one of the themes of the show: “The importance of all animals.” Runtime of the show is 60-70 minutes and tickets are $14-$20 plus fees.
What: Absecon Lighthouse Free Climbs in Honor of Abby’s 168th Birthday
Where: Absecon Lighthouse, Atlantic City
When: Saturday, Jan. 11 and Sunday, Jan. 12
Time: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Website: www.abseconlighthouse.org/events/event
Celebrating 168 years since the first lighting on Jan. 15, 1857. Kids 12 and under climb free. Two-for-one climbs for adults.
What: The Hook Limited Time Offer
Where: The Hook at Caesars Atlantic City
When: The whole month of January
Time: various times
Website: www.spiegelworld.com/shows/the-hook
The Hook is offering an exclusive ticket deal for the month of January – two for $99. Visit the box office or the website link.
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!
