The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
Get ready for this week’s installment of The City Pulse Whitney’s Picks featuring Dancing With the Stars: Live, All Stars of Hip Hop and other curated entertainment choices just for you. Experience the excitement at the Jersey Shore. Join the fun and share your memorable moments with us using the hashtags #shorelocal and #thecitypulse.
Who: Deardarkhead
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Friday, Jan. 17
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.anchorrockclub.com
Formed in 1988, Deardarkhead is an instrumental post-punk/shoegazer/dreampop group and they’re coming to AC’s independent music venue with The Make Three and Cigarettes for Breakfast.
What: Dancing With the Stars: Live.
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa | Event Center
When: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.borgata.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/event-center/dancing-with-the-stars-live.html
America’s favorite dance show, “Dancing with the Stars: Live,” is coming to Borgata’s Event Center with Stephen Nedoroscik as host. Your favorite dancers from this iconic television series hit the stage with an all-new show.
Who: Sidewalk Angels ft Rob Thomas
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino | Etess Arena
When: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.casino.hardrock.com/atlantic-city/event-calendar/sidewalk-angels-ft-rob-thomas
Experience an electrifying night of music as Grammy Award-winning artist Rob Thomas takes the stage. Renowned for his powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics, he has a musical journey that spans decades.
What: Martin Luther King Day Ceremony
Where: Ocean City Tabernacle
When: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 12 p.m.
Website: www.ocnj.us
The event brings the community together to remember Dr. King through words, song and dance. The 2025 event had originally been scheduled to be held Monday, Jan. 20. The ceremony will be followed by a complimentary soul food buffet luncheon at the Tabernacle. Volunteers are invited to join others nationwide in a Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 20 to honor Dr. King’s contributions. Citizens are asked to participate in a citywide cleanup from 9 a.m. to noon. Sign-up and supply distribution will take place at the Ocean City Music Pier, Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace. To pre-register, email pwoc@ocnj.us.
What: ’80s Night
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.anchorrockclub.com
This party features all your rad faves from the ’80s video vault – Guns N’ Roses to Gang of Four, Depeche Mode to The Clash, New Kids On The Block to New Edition, Public Enemy to Run DMC and so much more. Get in the wayback machine and jam to the best of the ’80s at this free DJ night.
What: Bar 32 Pop Up
Where: Little Water Distillery
When: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 2-7 p.m.
Website: www.bar32chocolate.com
You don’t want to miss this collab. Shop Bar 32’s famous brownies, cookies, chocolate bars, plus more sweet treats. Cozy up with a Bar 32 Hot Chocolate. Sip it regular or add a little spike for extra warmth. Treat yourself, hang out and enjoy some local love.
What: Polar Bear Plunge at Wildwood
Where: Wildwoods Convention Center
When: Saturday, Jan. 18
Time: 10 a.m. registration opens, 12:45 p.m. plungers head to beach, 1 p.m. plunge, 1:15 p.m. lunch
Website: www.plungewildwood.org
The Polar Bear Plunge at Wildwood is so much more than an icy dip into the Atlantic Ocean. It supports Special Olympics New Jersey which provides year-round sports training, competition, leadership opportunities and health screenings to thousands of athletes. All of these programs and services are always completely free thanks to fundraising events like the Polar Bear Plunge at Wildwood.
What: All Stars of Hip Hop: 15th Anniversary
Where: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
When: Sunday, Jan. 19
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: www.boardwalkhall.com/events/detail/all-stars-of-hip-hop-15th-anniversary
The All Stars of Hip Hop 15th Anniversary is taking over Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall on Sunday, Jan. 19. Featuring legends Method Man, Redman, Ja Rule, Da Brat, Lil Jon, Too Short and Master KG. Don’t miss this epic celebration of hip-hop history.
Who: Nash Vegas Girls Duo featuring Beth Tinnon
Where: Renault Winery & Resort
When: Saturday, Jan. 19
Time: 12-4 p.m.
Website: www.renaultwinery.com/events/live-music-nash-vegas-girls-duo
Make your reservation to see the Nash Vegas Girls Duo live.
What: Bay Atlantic Symphony Yes to Nonets
Where: Stockton University Performing Arts Center
When: Sunday, Jan. 19
Time: 2 p.m.
Website: www.bayatlanticsymphony.org
A ravishing display of incredible contrasts. Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s nonet piano composition is filled with long lines and beautiful color. And two early 20th-century Czech composers sketch both the pastoral countryside and a more suave and urbane cosmopolitan view. Each talented musician is featured individually.
What: Cabaret Night Presents Diosa Latina USA featuring Sophya Medina
Where: The Royce Social Hall Tropicana
When: Sunday, Jan. 19
Time: Doors open at 10 p.m.
Tickets: $10
Website: www.theroyceac.com
Join them for a crowning ceremony and drag show for Diosa Latina New Jersey (fantasy Eliz ) and Diosa Latina New Jersey Plus (Roxanne Laza). Must be 21+.
What: The Hook, Limited-Time Offer
Where: The Hook at Caesars Atlantic City
When: The 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. Valid through January. 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!
