Teddy Bear
Picnic Jan. 29
CAPE MAY — The Cape May County Library Children’s Department has scheduled Teddy Bear Picnic for 11 a.m. Jan. 29 at the Cape May branch.
The program is a cozy and playful early literacy experience designed for children ages 2 to 6 and their loved ones. Bring a favorite stuffie and enjoy a story, movement and fun. Snacks and crafts will be available while supplies last.
Registration is not required. Call (609) 463-6350, ext. 300, or email children@cmclibrary.org for more information.
Cozy Concert
Series lineup
STONE HARBOR — The Cape May County Library System has scheduled its Cozy Concert Series this winter at the Stone Harbor branch.
Each performance brings a unique musical experience to add some warmth to those winter weekends.
Concerts are scheduled for 1 p.m. Saturdays beginning Jan. 31 and running through Feb. 28. The Jazz Guitar Duo will be performing on Jan. 31, Ryan Shubert on Feb. 7, Lou Mutter on Feb. 14, Terry & Herb on Feb. 21 and Kevin Williams on Feb. 28.
Registration is requested. Call (609) 463-6350, ext. 700, or email adultevents@cmclibrary.org for more information.
Bible study at
Tabernacle Baptist
OCEAN CITY – The public is invited to join Tabernacle Baptist Church as the congregation begins its bi-weekly, in-person and Zoom Bible Study on Sunday, Feb. 8.
The study is for men and women and will be “Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit” by Beth Moore.
Refreshments are at 4 p.m. with Bible study to begin at 4:30 p.m.
Please email tabernacle760@gmail.com for Zoom information and any questions.
Green Thumb
meets Feb. 3
SOMERS POINT – The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point will be kicking off 2026 with a special program on Microgreen Gardening at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3, at the Somers Point Community Center at 22-98 Ambler Road.
The presenter is Adam Brusky, founder of “Gardening Neighbor,” sharing his mission to promote better health within the local community.
He has developed a 1,200-square-foot outdoor space and a 250-square-foot indoor growing area in Egg Harbor Township to grow quality, organic microgreens and fresh produce.
All are welcome to learn more about microgreen gardening and its benefits. For more information contact Sally at (609) 927-4147.
Masonic Lodge
pancake breakfast
OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Masonic Lodge No. 171 F.&A.M. is hosting a pancake breakfast Saturday, Jan. 31, at 940 Wesley Ave., Ocean City.
Doors open at 8 a.m. Breakfast includes specialty pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee and juice. Cost is $12 for adults, $8 for children and $10 for veterans.
Walk-ins welcome. First come, first served. All proceeds benefit the lodge benevolent operations.
DASH Diet
talk Feb. 5
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County Family and Community Health Sciences will present the program DASH Diet for Hypertension at 6 p.m. Feb. 5 virtually and at the Ocean City Free Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
Anneliese Kuemmerle, FCHS Program Associate II, will explain what the DASH Diet is, introduce its benefits and provide tips on using the diet.
Register in advance at go.rutgers.edu/7rz8r7by. Call (609) 399-2434, ext. 5222, or email jhoward@oceancitylibrary.org for more information.
Sub sale at
SPFD Feb. 8
SOMER POINT – Somers Point Fire Department No. 2 Auxiliary is having a Super Bowl Sub Sale with pickup 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8 at 20 W. New Jersey Ave.
Cost is $8 Italian, $9 turkey, roast beef or meatball; $35 for a family pack (four subs four chips, reusable tote bag); $50 sub tray. Preorders highly suggested by texting/calling (609) 576-3373.
Black History
Film Festival
WHITESBORO – The First Baptist Church of Whitesboro is having its first Black History Film Festival at 7 p.m. Fridays in February.
Scheduled at the church, at 8 West Main St., Whitesboro, are:
– Feb. 6, “The Price of Silence: New Jersey’s History of Slavery”;
– Feb. 13: “George H. White: Searching for Freedom” and “Miracle on 81st Street”; and
– Feb. 20: “A Place Out of Time: The Bordentown School.”
The public is invited. Call (609) 465-5518. Cash App: $FBCW1904.
Liberty & Prosperity
Fundraiser is Feb. 15
SOMERS POINT – Liberty and Prosperity will hold its yearly fundraiser at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, at Josie Kelly’s in Somers Point.
Tickets are
$75 and include lunch, dessert and a cash bar. Liberty and Prosperity
is a tax-deductible education charity. It was founded in 2003 and
takes its name from New Jersey’s motto. Its mission is to teach the
meaning and relevance of that motto, as well as the knowledge and
skills needed to be a free and effective citizen.
Funds are needed to maintain the organization’s website, send free
weekly emails to 4,200 subscribers, sponsor weekly radio programs on
WOND, WPG, and WVLT, and hold several educational events during the
year.
This year’s keynote speaker is state Sen. Michael Testa. For
details, please visit LibertyAndProsperity.com, email
info@libertyandprosperity.com, or leave a voicemail at (609) 927-7333.
Pay online through the “Donate” tab at the top of the homepage or mail a check to 453 Shore Road, Somers Point, NJ
08244.
Grow microgreens
workshop Feb. 12
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources presents the workshop Growing Microgreens from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 12 at Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County, 355 Court House-South Dennis Road.
Presenters Jen Sawyer Caraballo, ANR Program Associate II, and Anneliese Kuemmerle, FCHS Program Associate II, will share what microgreens are, their health benefits, using microgreens in the kitchen, safety tips and how to grow microgreens. Participants will plant four trays of microgreen seeds to take home.
The cost of the workshop is $15 and the class is limited to 25 people. Registration required at go.rutgers.edu/91nit9o1. Call (609) 465-5115, ext. 3607, or email capemayag@njaes.rutgers.edu for more information.
Food is Love drive
by Realtors on now
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Board of Realtors® has kicked off its 2026 Community Service Projects, with the Food Is Love drive to collect food, and household items. Donations will be collected now through Feb. 27 and will be used to “Share Some Love” during this Valentine month.
The Food Is Love, Share Some Love winter food drive will collect non-perishable food items and/or gift cards to ShopRite and ACME, which will be donated to the Ecumenical Food Cupboard in Ocean City to provide for local needy families.
Some of the items the Food Cupboard has identified in need of include Dinty Moore beef stew, Hormel chili, Spam, peanut butter, jelly 18-20-ounce container, instant mashed potatoes, Chef Boyardee (any flavor), canned beans (any type), canned fruit, pasta sauce, Knorr Pasta sides.
“Share Some Love” this winter for families in need. The board encourages the Realtor family, friends and neighbors to donate items for the residents of Ocean City.
“We are very grateful to everyone who has donated in the past and hope that you can help again.” said Gloria Votta, the boards chair of Community Services Committee.
Drop off items at the board office, 405 22nd St., Ocean City, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Every contribution makes a difference. Generosity will directly impact local families.
For more information- please contact Theresa Lombardo at (609) 399-0128 or Theresa@ocbor.com
AL-ANON meets
in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY – The AL-ANON Ocean City Family Group meets 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays at St. John Lutheran Church, 1001 Central Ave., Ocean City.
Miss NIV Charity
seeks organizations
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Miss Night in Venice Charity is seeking local 501c3 organizations to be considered as recipients of funds raised during the 2026 pageant.
A letter for consideration must include all of the following:
1. A copy of your IRS Determination Letter with EIN/501c3 number.
2. A copy your most current IRS tax Form 990 or 990N Summary.
3. A copy of your current New Jersey Charitable Registration filing.
4. An email address and phone number for your contact person.
5. The organization’s name, address & primary Mission Statement.
6. State how much funding you are requesting and specifically how it will be used by your organization.
To be considered, please email: peezi@aol.com All entries must be received on or before April 1.
Shiloh Baptist
services Sundays
OCEAN CITY — Shiloh Baptist extends a heartfelt invitation to join in the 11 a.m. Sunday service at Shiloh Baptist Church, 7 E. Seventh St., Ocean City.
Bible class is at 10 a.m.
“We would be honored to have you with us as we come together to worship and share in fellowship. Shiloh is where everyone’s life matters and every heart belongs.”
Become a
hospice volunteer
NJ Health is looking for people who are willing to share their time, talents and compassion visiting with hospice patients. A pleasant conversation and a cup of coffee can make a difference for a hospice patient.
“Your volunteer service will fit your schedule and interests, and visit assignments are your choice,” according to the group. Volunteers must be 18 years old. An application is available on the resource page of the website at www.njhealthteam.com For more information call (856) 696-5340.
Volunteer activities often include reading, playing music, card games or crafts activities; listening to and documenting their memories for a life or memory journal; staying with patients to give family members a break to run errands or take care of their own needs; certified pet therapy visitors; keeping vigil with patients in their final hours; bereavement and grief support of family; vet to vet volunteers for military veterans; and office administrative work for those who prefer not to visit patients.
NJHealth Hospice serves Atlantic, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Camden and Salem counties.
Family-to-Family
Class at NAMI
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) offers a free eight-session educational program for family, friends and significant others of adults with mental health conditions.
The class runs for eight weeks every Tuesday, Feb. 24 to April 14, on Zoom. The time is 6:30 to 9 p.m. on Zoom.
NAMI Family-to-Family provides information about anxiety, depressive disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and other mental health conditions. Other topics covered include communication, problem solving, treatment, recovery and the importance of taking care of oneself. This class can be a game-changer for families who have a loved one with a mental health condition, according to NAMI.
The program is taught by trained family members who have a loved one with a mental health condition. NAMI Family-to Family is an evidence-based program.
Registration is open now through Feb. 17. The class is free to participants and there are limited spaces so register early.
To learn more and register visit namiacm.org and click on Family-To-Family, Spring 2026 event on the home page or calendar.
Mental health
support groups
NAMI Connection is a free recovery support group for adults (18+) living with a mental health condition. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community.
NAMI Family Support Group is a free peer-led group for family members, caregivers and loved ones (18+) of individuals living with a mental illness. Participants gain the support of peers who understand their experience and gain insight into others’ challenges and successes.
Schedule:
— 7 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 26, March 26, April 23, May 28, June 25, Cape May County Library, 30 Mechanic St., Cape May Court House, Family Support Group.
— 7 p.m. Feb. 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, Family Support Group, St. Joseph Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point.
— 7 p.m. Feb. 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, Somers Point, Connections, St. Joseph Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point.
Visit namiacm.org or call (609) 741-5125 for more information.
Support groups
meet at library
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Library System hosts Al-Anon, Memory Café and Family Support Groups.
Al-Anon supports those whose lives have been affected by another person’s alcoholism. Memory Café is a place for those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers and family members. Family Support Group is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) that provides support for adults with a loved one living with a mental health condition.
Al-Anon is held at 11 a.m. each Thursday and Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Lower Cape branch in Villas.
Memory Café is held at the Cape May Court House branch one Monday per month.
Family Support Group meets the fourth Thursday of each month at the Cape May Court House branch.
Registration is not required.
Call (609) 463-6350, ext.700, or email adultevents@cmclibrary.org for more information.
Library hosts
yoga classes
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Library System hosts a variety of yoga classes perfect for finding some calm before heading into the hectic holiday season.
The offerings include Yoga, Intro to Sahaja Yoga Meditation, Gentle Yoga, Chair Yoga and Total Body Chair Yoga.
— Yoga is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays at the Sea Isle City branch.
— Intro to Sahaja Yoga Meditation is set for 1:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Cape May branch.
— Gentle Yoga is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Upper Cape branch.
— Chair Yoga is set for 5:30 p.m. Mondays at the Wildwood Crest branch.
— Total Body Chair Yoga is held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays at the Cape May branch.
Registration is not required. Call (609) 463-6350, ext.700, or email adultevents@cmclibrary.org for more information.
Grief Support Group at Grace Lutheran
SOMERS POINT – A Grief Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. the first and third Monday of each month at Grace Lutheran Church, 11 E. Dawes Ave., Somers Point.
Group and one-on-one peer support will be available.
Grief Support
Group in O.C.
OCEAN CITY — The Grief Support Group, open to any adult who is grieving the death of a loved one, is invited to attend a safe and caring gathering at 6:30 p.m. every other Tuesday year-round at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, corner of Eighth Street and Central Avenue, Ocean City.
There is no need to be a church member or from Ocean City to attend. “It is a time to share your story, to tell of your grief and talk of your loved one. It is a place where you may express your feelings, without judgment, nor fixing. Everything is confidential and you, as well, are privileged and entrusted with the heart-felt stories of others. No matter when your loss, it is healing to acknowledge its place in your life.”
For questions or more information contact Jane Taylor at (609) 412-1855 or by email at janeht927@yahoo.com.
Trinity United
monthly lunch
MARMORA — Trinity United Methodist Church, at 20 North Shore Road in Upper Township, hosts a community luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month.
The menu changes monthly. Everyone is welcome. Call (609) 214-0206 for more information.
Monthly Grief
Support Group
OCEAN CITY — St. John Lutheran Church, Journey Hospice, and The Shores — a United Methodist Communities (UMC) community — are partnering to offer a monthly Grief Support Group for adults who are navigating the difficult journey of loss.
The group provides a safe, welcoming and confidential space where individuals can come together to share their experiences, listen, and support one another. Whether someone has recently experienced a loss or is still processing grief from years past, all are welcome.
Meetings will be held in person on the second Wednesday of every month from 11 a.m. to noon at St. John Lutheran Church, 1001 Central Ave.
“Grief is a deeply personal experience, but it doesn’t have to be experienced alone,” group coordinators Beth Gebhart and Michele Musto said. “This group is about honoring each person’s journey and finding hope in shared understanding.”
The group is free and open to all adults, regardless of background or faith.
For more information, please contact Beth Gebhart, (609) 760-6073, bgebhart@lsmnj.org; or Michele Musto, (609) 391-6321, meroclani@umcommunities.org
Depression and
Anxiety Group
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 with anxiety and/or depression. The group meets 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays at at the Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave., Suite 617, Atlantic City. Offered by The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County. For more information, call (609) 652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Monday meditation,
stretching sessions
GALLOWAY — The Atlantic Community Wellness Center provides a weekly 15- to 20-minute meditation, follow-up discussion and light stretch at 11:30 a.m. Mondays.
Newcomers and people with all levels of experience in meditation are welcome. No cost to participate. Provided by The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County, 4 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Suite 8, Galloway. For more information, call (609) 652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Reduce stress
with Coffee Talk
ATLANTIC CITY — The Atlantic Community Wellness Centers hosts a weekly gratitude-themed group at 11 a.m. Saturdays. Called “Coffee Talk,” the group is a one-hour meeting during which participants discuss, enhance, and deepen their practice of gratitude, which is shown to reduce stress, improve mood, and increase optimism.
Meets weekly at the Atlantic Community Wellness Center, 1125 Atlantic Ave., Suite 617, Atlantic City. Coffee is provided at no cost; pastries/snacks are provided once a month. For more information, call (609) 652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Overeaters Anonymous
Overeaters Anonymous of Central Jersey invites people who have problems with food to join them for its 12-step recovery program. There are in-person meetings in Ocean County and Zoom meetings as well.
Visit oa-centraljersey.org for more information.
History museum
seeks volunteers
OCEAN CITY — The Ocean City Historical Museum is seeking volunteers to serve as welcome desk greeters (including gift shop sales) and as museum docents. Training will be provided.
The museum is located within the Ocean City Community Center at 1735 Simpson Ave. Those interested in volunteering or learning more should call (609) 399-1801 or email info@ocnjmuseum.org.
Join Submarine
Association
SOMERS POINT – South Jersey has a Submarine Association.
Service members who served on a U.S. Military submarine are invited to join the Jersey Sub Association. Call Commander Tom Innocente at (609) 927-4358 for more information
Call for free Family
Crisis Intervention
Families who are experiencing serious difficulties in managing the behavior of children 10 to 17 years old for whom they are responsible can seek assistance through the Atlantic County Juvenile/Family Crisis Intervention Unit (FCIU).
FCIU is a legally mandated program that is available 24 hours a day to intercede in family conflicts and help strengthen the family unit. Its services include short-term crisis stabilization, family assessment, case management, treatment planning and referrals to appropriate community-based services.
FCIU is available to meet in-person by appointment with youth and their families from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 101 Shore Road in Northfield. Appointments can also be conducted by phone or as a virtual meeting to help de-escalate and resolve family conflicts.
Call (609) 645-5861 or email family_crisis@aclink.org. Referral forms are available at atlantic_county.org.
Free screening
for depression
Online screening for depression and postpartum depression is available at mhaac.info/screening.
The confidential screening involves 10 questions related to topics such as sleep habits, appetite, concentration and level of energy. Resources and recommendations are offered at the end of the survey.
Anyone who wants to take the screening but needs assistance can call The Mental Health Association in Atlantic County at (609) 652-3800. Staff are available throughout the year by phone or by appointment. No cost, no insurance needed.
Angelic Health
seeks volunteers
Angelic Health Palliative & Hospice Care is asking the public to share its time and compassion with those near the end of their journey.
Visit angelic.health, email volunteer@angelic.health or call (609) 432-0073 for information.
