Friday, May 9
Munch for a Mission
10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Varsity Inn, 605 E. Eighth St., Ocean City
You are invited to a paws-itively delicious day. Enjoy great food while meeting adorable dogs from the Humane Society of Ocean City. Bring some donations to Fill the Van and support our local shelter pets in need. Come for the food, stay for the furry friends. Proceeds from each meal will go directly to HSOC.
Spring Night Market
5-9 p.m.
The Inn on St. Louis, 446 St. Louis Ave., Egg Harbor City
This night market will feature incredible food and drink specials, along with over a dozen unique vendors. Discover handmade art, crafts, cottage foods, home décor, plants, jewelry, candles and more. Celebrate Mother’s Day at the new container bar and shop local for spring.
Movie Night at Birch Grove Park
7 p.m.
1675 Burton Ave., Northfield
Join the Northfield Municipal Alliance for a free screening of the movie “Trolls” at Birch Grove Park this Friday night. In the event of rain, the movie will be moved inside to Northfield City Hall.
Artist Reception at
Ocean City Arts Center
7-8:30 p.m.
1735 Simpson Ave.
Join the Ocean City Arts Center for an artists’ reception celebrating their latest exhibit, “Watercolors by Eugene LoCastro.” Stroll the art gallery and enjoy the magnificent works on display. Free admission.
Saturday, May 10
EHT Spring Craft Show
9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Community Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.
Celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend with EHT at their 5th Annual Craft Show. Support local artists as you shop over 90 vendors. There is sure to be something for everyone.
Ocean City Schools Art Showcase
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier
Join the Ocean City School District in celebrating the talents of Ocean City’s young artists, featuring student creative work and live performances from across the district’s performing arts classes.
Ventnor Block Party
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ventnor Avenue from Troy to Portland Ave.
The annual Spring Block Party in Ventnor promises to be a fantastic day for all with dozens of crafters, food trucks, a beer garden, live music, games and kid’s activities. This is one party you won’t want to miss.
Mother’s Day Flower Sale
11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Absecon Lighthouse, 31 S. Rhode Island Ave.
Light up your loved one’s day with a beautiful, fresh hydrangea. Proceeds from each sale benefit the Hydrangea Trail 2.0 historic beautification trail for Atlantic City. Mother’s Day cards will also be for sale. Plus, learn how to knit a hydrangea pin for Mom. Instructors will be on hand and materials will be provided.
Stockton Mother’s Day
Maple Festival
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway
The Stockton University Maple Project invites the public to learn more about the sap-to-syrup process. Taste the syrup, support local vegetable and artisan vendors, make nature crafts and follow an ecological guide in the forest. The event will also mark the debut of Stockton’s South Jersey-Vermont blended syrup. Admission is free and all ages are welcome to attend.
Spring Cruisin’ the
Boards Car Show
12-5 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk
This event is for all auto enthusiasts. Blinker Fluid Productions rolls into spring with its newest car show on the Boardwalk, featuring cars from the 1990s and up. Whether you are a car owner or a fan of sleek modern rides, come experience a day complete with amazing vehicles and stellar ocean views.
Opening Reception at
Noyes Arts Garage
1-3 p.m.
2200 Fairmount Ave., Atlantic City
Join the Arts Garage for the opening of their latest exhibits: “Jack Knight: Ontario Series,” “Carbon by Kimisha Taylor,” “Literary Visions” and “The Greater Atlantic City Partnership Student Pop-Up Exhibit.” Enjoy a full afternoon of live music and light refreshments as you stroll through the art galleries. Free admission.
Michael Pedicin and Friends:
An Afternoon of Jazz
2 p.m.
1735 Simpson Ave.
Join the Ocean City Library for a special Saturday jazz concert, featuring Michael Pedicin on tenor saxophone, Matthew Parrish on the bass, Jim Ridl on piano and Tim Horner on the drums. The concert will take place in the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall. Admission is free. Seating is first come first served.
Designer Bag Bingo
7-9 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Co. No. 2, 20 W. New Jersey Ave.
Join the Somers Point Volunteer Fire Company for an evening of bingo. Grab your tickets and win designer handbags. Tickets are available via Eventbrite.
Sunday, May 11
‘Songs for My Mother’
Featuring Jon Thompson
2 p.m.
Gregory’s, 900 Shore Road, Somers Point
The South Jersey Jazz Society is hosting a special Mother’s Day concert as Jon Thompson presents “Songs for My Mother.” Joining Thompson are drummer Justin Leigh, bassist Jordan Berger and guitarist B.D. Lenz. All mothers will get a complimentary glass of wine and a rose. First come first serve. Admission is $20 at the door; discounted admission for Jazz Society members.
Monday, May 12
Lunch Around Town
12-1:30 p.m.
Queen Bean Bistro, 4800 Boardwalk, Ventnor
JFS Village invites you to enjoy a leisurely lunch while supporting a local restaurant. This month the group will dine at Queen Bean Bistro on the Ventnor Boardwalk. Come prepared for good food and conversation. Order off the menu and pay individually. RSVP by May 9 by emailing Tina Serota at tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.
Tuesday, May 13
Village Film Society
10:30 a.m.
Join JFS Village and Historic Cinematic Buff Tom Celandine for a discussion about the movie “Twelve Angry Men.” This program will be held via Zoom. RSVP by May 9 by emailing Tina Serota at tserota@jfsatlantic.org or call 609-287-8872.
Senior Dance Society
7:30-10 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road
Come join in the fun and enjoy an evening of dancing with live musical duos every Tuesday. Activities include social dancing, line dancing, dance mixers and more. For more information, contact Sharon at kookiecar@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, May 14
Somers Point Pinochle Club
6-8:30 p.m.
Somers Point Senior Center, 22 N. Ambler Road
The Pinochle Club gathers every Wednesday night throughout the year to play. All are welcome to join.
Saturday, May 17
Somers Point Farmers Market
8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Somers Mansion, 1000 Shore Road
Next weekend, Somers Point opens its Farmers Market for the 2025 season. Local food vendors, crafters and hometown businesses will set up on the grounds of historic and beautiful Somers Mansion. Markets open Saturdays May 17-Sept. 6.
‘Jersey Lawman: A Life
on the Right Side of Crime’
7 p.m.
Celebrity Theater at Claridge, 123 S. Indiana Ave. Atlantic City
During National Law Enforcement Week, a staged reading based on the memoir of former Cape May County Sheriff Jim Plousis will be held for one night only. This ‘pay-what-you-will’ benefit performance will benefit the 200 Club of Atlantic and Cape May Counties and the Atlantic City Theatre Company.
Bus Trips
Scott Arboretum and
Phillips Mushroom Farm
May 20, 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
Join The Little Gardens Club for a day trip to Scott Arboretum and Phillips Mushroom Farm in Chester County, Pa. The bus will depart from Harbor Square Shopping Center, next to Boscov’s, in Egg Harbor Township. Cost is $82 per person. Space is limited. For more information, contact Karen at 609-501-5257 or Deb at 856-285-4876.
Longwood Gardens &
Brandywine Art Museum
June 14, 8 a.m.
The Ocean City Arts Center will host a bus trip to two exciting points of interest in Chester County, Pa. Explore Longwood Gardens, with over 1,100 acres of meadows, gardens and woodlands and a 4-acre historic conservatory. The Brandywine Art Museum is home to a distinguished collection of 20th-century American art housed in a renovated 19th-century mill. Cost is $112 per person and includes all admissions. Call 609-399-7628 to reserve your seat.
Health and Wellness
MHA Atlantic Family Meetings
Thursday, May 8, 7 p.m.
These virtual support groups and educational programs are for individuals with a loved one affected by mental health and/or substance use disorders. Day and evening meetings include an educational segment as well as stress-reduction, self-care, resources and advocacy. Meetings are held at 10 a.m. on the second and fourth Thursday and 7 p.m. every third Wednesday. Contact Gail Christian at 609-652-3800, ext. 0301, or gchristian@mhanj.org to receive a meeting link.
Coffee Talk
Saturdays, 11 a.m.
Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave. Suite 617, Atlantic City
The Atlantic County Wellness Center hosts a weekly gratitude-themed group. During this one-hour meeting, participants discuss, enhance and deepen their practice of gratitude, which is shown to reduce stress, improve mood and increase optimism. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Monday Meditation and Stretching
Mondays, 11:30 a.m.
Mental Health Association in Atlantic County, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway
The Atlantic County Wellness Center provides a weekly, 20-minute meditation, follow-up discussion and light stretch on Mondays. Newcomers and people with all levels of experience in meditation are welcome. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
NAMI Family Support
and Connection Meeting
Monday, May 12, 7-8:30 p.m.
St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point
Open to family members, caregivers and loved ones 18+. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experiences and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. Visit www.namiacm.org or call 609-741-5125 for more information.
Depression and Anxiety Group
Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.
Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave. Suite 617, Atlantic City
This weekly in-person support group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, self-care, wellness and recovery. Meetings are led by peers who have lived experience. No cost to participate. Offered by the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Too Much Stuff
Saturday, May 17, 12 p.m.
Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave. Suite 617, Atlantic City
This twice-monthly group is offered to individuals who live with clutter challenges. Strategies, education, support, goal-setting and other related topics will be covered. No cost to participate. Meetings offered by the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Dementia Support Group
Wednesday, May 21, 1:30 p.m.
6009 Paul and Thelma Lane, Mays Landing
Held 1:30-3 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of every month. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
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