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November Brings Good Cheer

~ The Shore Blog ~

It may be November, but that doesn’t mean the fun stops at the shore. As a matter of fact, there’s a lot going on this month in each of the towns in preparation for the upcoming holidays. Here is an overview of some of the upcoming events going on this month and why we think November is one of the best months to go down the shore.

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What’s better than a seaside getaway with good friends? On November 16-18, 2018 Sea Isle City will roll out the red carpet for beach lovers and their friends to eat, drink, shop and be pampered. Over 40 participating businesses will be offering discounts and specials on lodging, dining, spa and shopping opportunities. It’s a perfect way to catch up with friends, have a glass of wine by the sea, relax with a massage and start your holiday shopping. Jitney service will be available Saturday 3:00 pm – 12:00 am.

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Beginning on November 16 and continuing throughout December, your favorite shore towns will be celebrating this festive season each in their own unique way. Cape May kicks off the season with the arrival of Santa at a tree lighting ceremony at the Emlen Physick Estate, and Ocean City begins offering horse-drawn carriage rides which will continue throughout the  holiday season, along with other festivities. Look for continuing holiday fun in both towns throughout the holiday season. The majority of the holiday festivities are planned for the weekend of November 23 (Thanksgiving weekend). These events include Ocean City’s Christmas in Downtown, Sea Isle City’s Holiday Extravaganza, Avalon’s Festive Friday and Snowfest Saturday, Stone Harbor’s Island Holiday, and many other holiday-inspired events. Wildwood gets in on the action starting the weekend of December 1 with their Family Holiday celebration and a Christmas Parade.   We will be covering all these events in greater detail in mid-November.

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On Saturday, November 17, 2018, Ocean City joins its southern sister in kicking off the holiday shopping season with their annual “Earlier Than The Bird” event. You don’t even have to get out of your pajamas for this one – the event specifically invites shoppers to come in their sleepwear so that they can get out “earlier than the bird” to enjoy some coffee or hot cocoa and begin their holiday shopping at downtown shops. The event runs from 8:00 am and runs until 12:00 noon. When this is done, don’t forget to head south to Sea Isle to enjoy the Girlfriends Getaway shopping deals.

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November 24 is Small Business Saturday, a nationally recognized day to celebrate and support local small businesses. We’re hoping that you’ll come to the shore to support your favorite beach shops, bars, restaurants and hotels in exchange for a relaxing and fun weekend filled with holiday festivities and a chance to pick up some beach-inspired gifts for those on your holiday shopping list.

So as you can see, November is a busy time down the shore. May your holiday plans include a trip to the shore to enjoy all these festive events!

Special Events

How To Trick-Or-Treat at the Shore

~ The Shore Blog ~

Okay, Halloween lovers – tomorrow is the big day! Here are some things you may want to know about trick-or-treating at the shore:

Where: Trick-or-treating is happening on October 31 in each Cape May County town.

When: The specific trick-or-treat times for each town is listed below.

 pumpkinonbeach       Avalon: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm*
        Cape May: 5 to 7 p.m.
        West Cape May: 5 to 7 p.m.
        Ocean City: 5 to 8 p.m.
        Sea Isle City: 5 to 8 p.m.
        Stone Harbor: 5 to 8 p.m.*
        North Wildwood: 5 to 7 p.m.
        West Wildwood: 5 to 8 p.m.
        Wildwood: 5 to 8 p.m.
        Wildwood Crest: 5 to 7 p.m.

(*Note that Avalon and Stone Harbor will provide maps of participating houses, available at the 82nd Street Recreation Department, or look for wooden pumpkins on lawns or porches.)

halloweenstarfishWho: Trick-or-treating is fun for everyone – including the teens! After all, if they took the time to put together a costume and are knocking on your door and (hopefully politely) asking for candy, that means they’re not out doing other things. So let them have their fun-sized bars!

Here are some other things to keep in mind when deciding who to trick-or-treat with:

• Children should be accompanied by an adult at all times
• Adults should remain with children at all times, including when going up to a door
• Teens who are not accompanied by an adult should go in a group – safety in numbers!
• Teens and their parents should discuss and agree upon a specific route and return time
• It is best to trick-or-treat only in neighborhoods or houses that you know
• If a person invites you inside, do not go unless you know them well or if the adults say its okay
• Children should be advised not to give their names, tell where they live or give other personal information if trick-or-treating where they don’t know the home owners

How: Here are some other best practices to keep in mind when trick-or-treating:

trickortreat• Costumes should not restrict visibility or movement
• Avoid masks that block vision and costumes that drag on the ground
• Pay attention to your town’s trick-or-treat rules, such as times, houses that are participating, etc.
• Know and obey your town/state pedestrian safety laws
• Use caution when crossing the street and around moving vehicles
• Carry a flashlight or use reflective tape and/or glow sticks to increase the likelihood that drivers can see you
• Do not open any candy or items until they are inspected – look for open packages or anything that feels or looks unusual
• Report any suspicious person or activity to the police immediately

Whew! We know this is a lot to keep in mind but our goal is to make sure that everyone is safe and enjoys their Halloween experience. So be safe, enjoy your night and have fun!

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Cocktails by the Sea, Special Events

Brews and Boos

~ The Shore Blog ~

If you’re wondering what to do this weekend with an October Nor’easter promising to dump a ton of rain on the coast, why not carve out some time to participate in one of the Halloween-themed events sponsored by one of our local breweries? After all, this Saturday (October 27) is National American Beer Day, so it’s a perfect time to belly up and support a local brewery. We’ll be providing more information on Cape May County’s local breweries on National American Beer Day, but before then we wanted to let you know about some of the brew-haha going on this weekend.

On October 26, the Cape May Brewing Company will be hosting its Halloween Bash from 5:00 – 9:00 pm at the brewery which is located at the Cape May Airport. The Bash will feature a costume contest, $4 pints and lots of frightening fun. A signature Halloween flight will be available featuring two of their Halloween One-Offs: “Mounds Bar Honey Porter” and “Lemonhead Always Ready”. In addition, the brewery will be releasing two special limited cans – “Maize Haze”, which is a corn-based brew incorporating locally-sourced blue corn from South Jersey and “Not from Concentrate”, a freshly-pressed apple cider beer.

On October 27, the Ludlam Island Brewery and the Slack Tide Brewery will join together in hosting their special Halloween Party featuring “boos and brews” as well as treats from Hank Sauce, a locally crafted hot sauce company and restaurant located in Townsends Inlet. A jitney service will run between the two breweries from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

At the 21st Annual Olde Tyme Harvest Festival in Cape May Courthouse on Saturday, the 7 Mile Brewing Company will be serving up its special brews from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on Mechanic Street. The festival includes craft and food vendors, rides and entertainment. Note that they have a rain date of Sunday October 28, which is likely given the approaching storm – but this just gives you another day to celebrate locally brewed American-crafted beer.

Also on Saturday at the Cold Spring Brewery located at the Historic Cold Spring Village, the group Love Mellow will be performing from 5:00 – 8:00 pm.

Due to the impending Nor’Easter, it may be best to call the breweries before heading out to make sure these events are still taking place, or if the weather will cause a cancellation or postponement of the event.

We know that if you attend any of these events you’ll be there just for the “boos”, so please remember to secure your designated driver or download the Uber app so you can legally enjoy fantastic local brews while safely getting to and from these ghoulish events.

Drink up, witches!

Special Events

Top 10 Things To Do at the Shore This Fall

~ The Shore Blog ~

Today is the first full day of autumn, and the beginning of a spectacular season to be down the shore. As a matter of fact, some people say it’s their favorite beach season. The air is crisp, the sun’s still warm and the beaches (and parking!) are free. If you’re not quite ready to trade in your flip flops for snow boots, the shore is the place to be.

Now that crowds have cleared you can easily do the things you may not have been able to in high summer season. Here is our top 10 list of our favorite things to do at the shore in fall.

fallthingsbeachcomb1. Beachcomb. Fall is a great time to comb the beach for sea treasures. You are more likely to find unique seashells, sea glass and other items tossed out by the ocean, especially after a storm. So, grab a bucket, head to the beach and see what you can find.

fallthingsbeach2. Clean up the Beach. October 20 is Beach Sweep Day  along the Jersey coast. Beach sweep events enlist volunteers to comb the beach, dunes and water’s edge to pick up trash to keep it from entering the ocean. Your participation will help save our marine life from the devastating effects that trash has on their lives and improve the general well-being of our ocean. Please note that Sea Isle City’s event will be held on October 13, 2018 but the other shore towns on the south Jersey coast will be hosting their events on October 20. If you wish to do a cleanup on your own, there’s an app for that – the Ocean Conservancy developed the Clean Swell ® app to allow users to record trash clean-up efforts so that scientists can better identify trends and find solutions. For more information on what you can do to help, check out our post on “5 Ways to Protect Our Ocean”. Once you’ve done your part, you can…

BEACHWITHCHAIR3. Sit and relax! Cooler temps, soft sea breezes and (still) warm sunshine make the beach a perfect place to relax in the fall. As a bonus, all south Jersey beaches are now free, and with fewer crowds you can set up wherever you want without someone plopping right in front of you. Bring a book or just sit and watch the waves (don’t forget sunscreen!)

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4. Ride a Bike. Remember congested  summer traffic that turned a simple bike ride into a competitive sport? Biking is a lot easier and more enjoyable now, and with less foot traffic on boardwalks and promenades, some days you can ride for blocks and not see another soul.

5. Get Involved. Fall is when many charity organization host walks, runs, bike rides or other events to raise awareness and funds for special causes. The cool air and low humidity mean it’s a great time to exercise for a good cause. For more information about events, see our list of Upcoming Events for each town.

fallthingsmeter6. Park for free. Many towns disable their parking meters after Labor Day and parking lot attendants close up shop. This means you can park for free – and freely – thanks to lessened crowds. What better incentive to patronize local shops and restaurants? With more funds to spend during awesome fall sales, you can get more bang for your buck. Save your quarters and the stress for next summer!

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7. Start your Holiday Shopping (and support local business!) Our coastal towns are filled with specialty boutiques and unique stores that so why not take advantage of the fall end-of-summer sales and start your holiday shopping?

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8. Go out to Eat. Dine at your favorite seaside spots while they’re still open for the season. Seating is much easier now, and you’ll be supporting local family-owned establishments who rely on your patronage for their livelihood.  Bon appetit!

fallthingsrightonred9. Turn right on red. One of the perks of being at the shore in off-season is the ability to turn right on red. If you get impatient waiting at a red light when  no traffic is coming, you’ll be happy to learn that between October 1 – May 1 you can turn right on red to your heart’s content!

10. Go to a fall festival. fallthingsfestivalFrom seafood festivals to Oktoberfest and everything in between, each shore town has a plethora of events and activities planned this fall. Check out our list of Upcoming Events, and then grab the family and go!

From Ocean City to Cape May, special events will continue into the holiday season. Check back in November when we cover all the winter festivities going on down the shore.

 

Avalon, Cape May, Ocean City, Sea Isle City, Special Events, Stone Harbor, The Wildwoods, Uncategorized

Fall…for Food and Fun!

~ The Shore Blog ~

As much as we may love summer, there’s no stopping the fact that on Saturday September 22, at precisely 9:54 p.m. Eastern Time, we will officially say goodbye to Summer 2018 and usher in Fantastic Fall. While it is always bittersweet to bid farewell to our carefree beach days and (oh!) those summer nights, fall itself can be pretty cool – in more ways than one. Especially now that shore officials, local businesses and event coordinators have planned a plethora of events to keep us coming back to the places we love the most. Foodies and wine lovers will particularly delight in knowing that, beginning this weekend and extending well into the fall, several coastal culinary events have been planned to tickle their taste buds. Here, we break down the events by category and follow up with a chronological listing of these gastric galas so that you won’t miss a chance to fall for food and fun down the shore.

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If you savor seafood, you’re in luck – several festivals featuring ocean delicacies are being held in the upcoming weeks. On Saturday, September 22, head to the Seafarer’s Celebration at Sunset Lake in Wildwood Crest. This bayfront street festival includes live music, craft vendors, food, family entertainment, and children’s activities, with a fireworks show at 9:00 pm at Centennial Park. On September 29, plan to come to the Sea Isle Harborfest at Marina Park to celebrate Sea Isle’s fishing and nautical history by featuring delicious seafood, live music, a clam eating contest, crafts and specialty vendors.

During the first weekend of October, seafood festivals will be held in Ocean City (October 6-8), Avalon (October 6-7) and Wildwood (October 7). If you’re not sure which one to attend, why not plan a cruise down the coast on Sunday October 7 and enjoy all three? Start in Ocean City at the Music Pier where the Indian Summer Weekend features seafood venders and boardwalk table sales. Then head to the Avalon Community Hall for the Avalon Chamber Seafood Festival, offering delectable treats from fresh seafood vendors, a chowder contest, live music, vendors and more. End your day at the Seafood and Music Festival hosted by the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce on Atlantic Avenue between Wildwood and Schellenger Avenues. This festival features two stages of live music, crafters, food vendors, a pie eating contest as well as a “Kids Korner” with activities including pumpkin painting, face painting and bounce houses.

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Several upcoming heritage fests will provide you with an opportunity to sample fare from Ireland, Italy and Germany. Wildwood’s popular Irish Weekend begins September 21 and runs through the 23rd. The Celtic city-wide event includes entertainment, Irish dance lessons, a 5k run and 1-mile walk, golf tournament, pipe exhibition, food court stage, beer garden, food and craft vendors and so much more, with bus service available to the various events throughout the weekend. While you’re in the ‘Wood this weekend, head to Mariner’s Pier to take part in Oktoberfest, where you can sample Bavarian pretzels, bratwurst, German potato salad, schnitzel and other German treats, as well as a wide selection of beers and tasting flights at an outdoor biergarten, as you enjoy live entertainment by The Oompah-Delics. If you’re just getting adjusted to September and aren’t quite ready to usher in the new season just yet, Oktoberfest at Mariner’s Pier continues on the weekends of September 28-29 and October 6-7.

But Wildwood isn’t the only place to grab a pretzel and a beer and Prost! to good times. Cape May will host an Oktoberfest on September 29 where several streets will be transformed into a German promenade with authentic music and food. Enjoy a famous Bavarian tradition by visiting the beer gardens, food courts and artisan tables selling crafts, antiques and collectibles. And on October 20, Sea Isle City will host an Oktoberfest at Excursion Park, featuring live German music, vendors, free hayrides on the beach, magic acts, pumpkin painting, children’s entertainment and a pie baking contest.

If pasta is more your thing, then you’re in for a real treat. The Olde Time Italian Festival will be held on the weekend of September 28-29 at Fox Park on Ocean Avenue between Burk and Montgomery Avenues in Wildwood. This family festival includes a Procession of the Saints, delicious Italian food favorites, merchandise vendors, games, and continuous live entertainment. A grape stomping contest and spaghetti eating contest will take place as well. On October 6, Kix McNutley’s in Sea Isle will follow up with an Italian Festival of its own, offering a variety of great Italian food, an Italian market with craft and specialty vendors, a cannoli eating contest and live musical entertainment. Finally, Avalon gets in on the fun with the Avalon Lions Club Pasta Night at the Windrift Hotel.

For a different global experience, head to Around the World Social on September 28 at the Sand Bar in Sea Isle City. This event features soft music, butlered hors d’oeuvres, a wine sampling and cash bar.
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Food…with a side of FUN!                                                                                              For those not sold on seafood or international fare specifically, several seaside events pair food with just plain fun events – and in some cases, wine and spirits as well. Let’s start with this weekend and work our way into October.

Celebrate the first day of fall on September 22 at the 7th Annual Stone Harbor Savor September Food, Wine and Beer Festival which will be held at the 96th Street Shopping District. Enjoy the best of local wineries & breweries, food, artisans & live music. Festivities include a grape stomping competition, hay slide and more. Heading further south down the coast on the same day, you’ll find the Fall Food Truck & Music Festival at Fox Park across from the Wildwoods Convention Center. This festival features delicious and unique food trucks, music, vendors, and entertainment as well as a Kids Zone with fun and activities to keep the little ones busy. On Sunday, September 23, enjoy a Jazz Brunch at the Inn of Cape May. This Sunday morning brunch buffet features live jazz from The Great American Songbook by renowned jazz musicians.

Ocean City ushers in the first weekend of October with a fantastic Fall Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular on Asbury Avenue from 5th – 14th Streets. Here you will find crafters, food vendors, music and more. In the evening, fireworks will dazzle in the night sky over the boardwalk from 6th – 14th Streets. On October 6, legume lovers may want to head to the cape for the West Cape May Lima Bean Festival at Wilbraham Park to enjoy an array of recipes, crafts, and products featuring the lovely Lima.

On October 14, be a spicy bivalve and help out the Ocean City Firefighters Charitable Foundation by purchasing a ticket to Ocean City’s 3rd Annual Chili Chowderfest at the Music Pier, where you can partake in chili and chowder tastings while enjoying music from a DJ and watching your offspring enjoy the planned kids’ activities. For an “Evening to Die For”, come enjoy a Murder Mystery Dinner at the Inn of Cape May on October 20 and try to solve a murder mystery as you enjoy a four-course dinner.

November kicks off with the Cape May Restaurant Weekend (November 1-4; various times and locations), a four-day event that offers your choice of an appetizer, entree, and dessert for $35 per person at participating restaurants.

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Of course, no celebration of food is complete without a little wine and chocolate. This fall’s wine events include the Cape May Wine Trail on September 21 which begins at the Carriage House Cafe & Tearoom at the Emlen Physick Estate with lunch. Then hop aboard a Trolley and enjoy a brief tour and wine tasting at Willow Creek Winery, a tasting at Hawk Haven Winery, and wine tasting, cheese and crackers (complete with a souvenir glass) at Natali Vineyards. If the wine tours and tastings whet your appetite for more, join the Cape May Wine School class on October 7 at the Washington Inn to learn about wines. Of course, don’t forget to check out all the local wineries to see the events they have planned as well.

For a sweet ending to your tasty “tour de shore”, check out the Cape May Chocolate Lovers Feast on September 22 at The Blue Rose Inn where you will enjoy seven courses of delicious chocolate desserts and hear how each was created from the chef who prepared it. Can’t make it this weekend? No worries – the chocoholics among us will be happy to know that this event repeats October 27 and December 1, as well as other times during the year.

So, as you’re digesting the end of summer and considering what fall has in store for you, we hope we’ve given you enough to chew on. Bon Appetit!

Oh…but first…here’s a listing of all these wonderful events in chronological order so you won’t miss out on any of them.

September 2018
21 – Wildwood Irish Festival (runs 21st – 23rd)
21 – Cape May Wine Trail
21 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest (runs 21st – 23rd; 28-30th; October 5-7th)
22 – Wildwood Irish Festival
22 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest
22 – Wildwood Crest Seafarers’ Celebration
22 – The 7th Annual Stone Harbor Savor September Food, Wine and Beer Festival
22 – Cape May Chocolate Lovers Feast at The Blue Rose Inn (repeats October 27th and December 1st)
22 – Fall Food Truck & Music Festival
23 – Wildwood Irish Festival
23 – Jazz Brunch at the Inn of Cape May
23 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest
28 – Sea Isle City Around the World Social
29 – Sea Isle City Harborfest
28 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest
28 – Olde Time Italian Festival
29 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest
29 – Olde Time Italian Festival
29 – Cape May Oktoberfest
30 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest

October 2018
5 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest
6 – West Cape May Lima Bean Festival
6 – Sea Isle City Italian Festival
6 – Avalon Chamber Seafood Festival (runs 6th – 7th)
6 – Ocean City Fall Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular
6 – Ocean City Indian Summer Weekend (runs 6th – 8th)
6 – Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest
7 – Avalon Chamber Seafood Festival
7 – Ocean City Indian Summer Weekend
7 – Cape May Wine School
7 – Seafood and Music Festival
7 –  Morey’s Piers Oktoberfest
8 –  Ocean City Indian Summer Weekend
14 – Avalon Lions Club Pasta Night
14 – Ocean City 3rd Annual Chili Chowderfest
20 – Cape may Murder Mystery Dinners
20 – Sea Isle City Octoberfest
27 – Cape May Chocolate Lovers Feast at The Blue Rose Inn

November 2018
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Special Events, Stone Harbor, Uncategorized

Free Weekly Summer Events in Stone Harbor

~ The Shore Blog ~

Ever summer, Stone Harbor hosts free weekly events as listed below.

Monday
Stone Harbor Family Night (7:00 – 7:45 p.m., Stone Harbor Firehouse). Fun entertainment for families including magic shows, puppet theater, animal adventures, story time and more.

Tuesday
Tuesdays at the Tower Concert Series (7:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza). Features live bands and a Beer and Wine Garden, sponsored by the Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce. Snacks are provided by the Stone Harbor Museum.

Wednesday
Cornhole Nights (7:00 pm – 8:30 pm, Stone Harbor Elementary School Field). A fun family night of cornhole games, free for all ages and skill levels.

Thursday
Thursdays on the Lawn (7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church). Bring your beach chair and enjoy a live band on the lawn. Refreshments and cookies provided.

Saturday
Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tours (10:00 am, Egret Espy Trail entrance at 114th Street and 2nd Avenue). Experienced docents lead guided tours and teach visitors about the natural history and wildlife of the Bird Sanctuary. Tours are one hour long.

Sunday
Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market (8:00 am – 12:30 pm, 95th Street Water Tower Plaza). Weekly farmer’s market features fresh produce, organic coffee and tea, crepes, gourmet foods, flowers and much more.

Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tours (10:00 am, Egret Espy Trail entrance at 114th Street and 2nd Avenue). Experienced docents lead guided tours and teach visitors about the natural history and wildlife of the Bird Sanctuary. Tours are one hour long.

To learn more Stone Harbor, please follow the links below:

Find out why Stone Harbor is “The Seashore At Its Best”
History of Stone Harbor
Stone Harbor Beach Information
Where to Stay in Stone Harbor
Where to Eat in Stone Harbor
Upcoming Events in Stone Harbor – Fall/Winter 2018

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Free Weekly Summer Events in Sea Isle City

~ The Shore Blog ~

Every summer, Sea Isle City hosts free weekly events as listed below.

Monday
Free Classic Movies Under the Stars (Dusk, Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue). Bring your beach chairs and blankets and go back in time with a classic movie by the sea. Visit visitsicnj.com for more information about the movie lineup.

Tuesday
Farmer’s Market (8:00 am – 1:00 pm, Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue). Features a variety of fresh produce, local artisan crafts and gourmet foods. Visit seaislechamber.com for more information.

Guided Beachcombing (10:00 am – 11:00 am, 29th Street Beach and Promenade). Learn all about our beaches and the creatures that dwell in and around them from beachcombing guides, and then explore the beach for your own treasures. $1 cost includes a free beachcombing bucket.

Free Family Dance Party (7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue). A DJ spins popular tunes to allow families and friends to dance and have fun.

Wednesday
Acoustic Open Mic Night (Ages 14-20) (9:00 pm – 11:00 pm, Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue). This night not only offers entertainers an opportunity to perform for cheering fans, it also allows teens and young adults to gather for a night of fun including Xbox video game truck and cornhole tournaments.

Thursday
Guided Beachcombing (10:00 am – 11:00 am, 94th Street Beach). Learn all about our beaches and the creatures that dwell in and around them from beachcombing guides, and then explore the beach for your own treasures. $1 cost includes a free beachcombing bucket.

Free Music in the Park (7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue). Live music featuring artists from pop, rock, R&B, country and dance genres.

Friday
Free Family Movies Under the Stars (Dusk, Excursion Park). Bring your beach chairs and blankets and enjoy a family-friendly movie by the sea.

Saturday
Free Concerts Under the Stars (7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue). Travel through decades of popular music with tribute bands that are sure to get everyone singing and dancing.

For more information about Sea Isle City, please follow the links below:

“Smile! You’re in Sea Isle!” – All About Sea Isle City
History of Sea Isle City
Sea Isle City Beach Information
Where to Stay in Sea Isle City
Where to Eat in Sea Isle City
Upcoming Events in Sea Isle City – Fall/Winter 2018

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Free Weekly Summer Events in Ocean City

~ The Shore Blog ~

Every summer, Ocean City hosts free weekly events as listed below.

Tuesday
Funtastic Tuesdays (10:00 am – 1:00 pm on Asbury Avenue). Each Tuesday, visitors will find entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors, pony rides and much more.

Mummer’s Night (7:00 pm – 9:00 pm on the boardwalk, 6th – 14th Streets. Mummers strut on the boardwalk every Tuesday night. Sponsored by: Shirt Shack, Preps, Ocean Treasures, Henry’s Fine Jewelry

Wednesday
Farmer’s Market (8:00 am – 1:00 pm, Tabernacle Grounds). Find fresh produce and much more, including crafters at 6th & Asbury Avenue.

Wacky Wednesdays (10:30 am, Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and the Boardwalk). Weekly event includes offer “wacky, but not tacky” fun events and contests for the entire family.

Thursday
Market Days (10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Asbury Avenue). Each Thursday, visitors will find entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors, pony rides and much more!

Family Nights on the Boardwalk (7:30 pm – 9:30 pm, Boardwalk between 6th – 14th Streets). Entertainment is sponsored by: Shriver’s, Playland Castaway Cove, and Johnson’s Popcorn

To learn more Ocean City, please follow the links below:

Find out why Ocean City is “America’s Greatest Family Resort”
History of Ocean City
Ocean City Beach Information
Where to Stay in Ocean City
Where to Eat in Ocean City
Upcoming Events in Ocean City – Fall/Winter 2018

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Cape May, Special Events, Uncategorized

Free Weekly Summer Events in Cape May

~ The Shore Blog ~

Every summer, Cape May hosts free weekly events as listed below.

Monday
Dancing to the Fred Hall Orchestra (7:30 for children, 9:00 for adults, Cape May Convention Hall). Children’s dance goes from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm and the adult ballroom dancing goes from 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm.

Tuesday
Farmers Market (3:00 pm – 7:30 pm, West Cape May Municipal Complex at the Backyard Park).

Free Family Magic Show (7:00 pm, Cape May Convention Hall).

Thursday
Free Movies on the Beach (8:00 pm, Stockton Beach next to Convention Hall). Live Music & Children’s Activities begin at 8:00 pm and the featured movie begins at 8:30 pm.

Friday
Dancing to the Fred Hall Orchestra (7:30 for children, 9:00 for adults, Cape May Convention Hall). Children’s dance goes from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm and the adult ballroom dancing goes from 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm.

Saturday
Dancing to the Fred Hall Orchestra (7:30 for children, 9:00 for adults, Cape May Convention Hall). Children’s dance goes from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm and the adult ballroom dancing goes from 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm.

Free Evening Concerts at the Rotary Park Bandstand (7:00 pm, Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette Street).

Sunday
Communion at the Grove (8:00 am, Sunset Pavilion at Beach & 2nd Avenues).

Free Family Nature and Wildlife Show (7:30 pm, Cape May Convention Hall).

Free Evening Concerts at the Rotary Park Bandstand (7:00 pm, Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette Street).

For more information about Cape May, please follow the links below:

Find out why Cape May is “The Nation’s Oldest Seaside Resort”
History of Cape May
Cape May Beach Information
Where to Stay in Cape May
Where to Eat in Cape May
Upcoming Events in Cape May – Fall/Winter 2018

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