Plant, vegetable
sale at St. Peter’s
OCEAN CITY – The annual Plant and Vegetable Sale will be 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 11, at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, Eighth Street and Central Avenue, Ocean City.
It will feature hanging baskets, flats and everything else to make a porch and garden beautiful.
Grace Lutheran
Community Celebration
SOMERS POINT – Grace Lutheran Church on Shore Road in Somers Point is hosting a Community Celebration from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, June 9.
This celebration features complimentary food that includes hot dogs, chips and strawberry shortcake. The celebration is part of a year-long series of events that mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the church.
While this event is free, please call the church office to secure a ticket at (609) 927-3082.
Masonic Lodge
pancake breakfast
OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Masonic Lodge No.171 F. & A. M. Is having a pancake breakfast Saturday, May 25, at the lodge, 940 Wesley Ave. 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. All proceeds benefit the lodge restoration fund.
Tabernacle Baptist
Fellowship Dinner
kicks off season
OCEAN CITY – Please join Tabernacle Baptist Church as it kicks off the season beginning Sunday, May 26, of Memorial Day weekend with the “Truth” series.
The public is invited to join in for the joint Fellowship Dinner and Worship Service with Shiloh Baptist Church on Sunday, May 26, beginning at 2 p.m., for the dinner, following at 4 p.m. for the Worship Service.
Additional monthly services will be held at 4 p.m. every second Sunday for the remainder of 2024 on the following dates: June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8.
Information to follow on the Paint Party and Fall BBQ Fundraiser. Tabernacle Baptist is at the corner of Eighth Street and West Avenue in Ocean City.
Vendors wanted
for craft show
OCEAN CITY – Vendors are wanted for the St. John Lutheran Church third annual Craft Show, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21.
Original craft work needed for inside sale with 25 vendors at St. John, 1001 Central Ave., Ocean City.
To apply, visit https://stjohnlutheranoc.org/ or email Janet at tuckahoe1@comcast.net.
Roadster Rally
in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY – Roadsters of all makes and models will be on display from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 11, on the Ocean City Boardwalk from Sixth to 14th streets. For more information or to register a roadster, visit www.theroadsterrally.com or email blinkerfluidproductions@gmail.com.
Chorus singers
for Pops concert
OCEAN CITY – The chorus for the Beethoven 9th Symphony Aug. 28 performance with the Ocean City Pops Orchestra is resuming. Singers interested in participating should contact Chorus Director Richard Stanislaw via email rstanislaw@comcast.net or text (609) 226-4003.
Comedy Improv
Classes offered
SOMERS POINT – Introduction to Comedy Improv Classes in Somers Point will be 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, May 14-June 18 at “StudioSpace,” 112 Woodland Ave., Somers Point.
Fun and supportive classes for those 18 and up will help to develop new skills, act, perform, build confidence and laugh with new friends. Teacher Paul Foer has performed with three improv troupes, and has been a radio show host, journalist and presenter or trainer.
Cost is $145 per person paid by check or Paypal in advance. For more information or to register, email paul@foerfront.com or call (443) 852-2163.
Safe-boating
class offered
OCEAN CITY — U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 81 is offering the Boat America one-day safe-boating course on multiple dates during 2024. Classes will be held at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church at Eighth Street and Central Avenue in Ocean City. The courses are from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 18, June 1 and June 15. The cost is $60.
State law requires all operators of power boats complete an approved boating-safety class to obtain a Boating Safety Certificate. The course will provide the knowledge necessary to obtain the certification without the need to study before the class and includes the proctored exam.
Course topics include an introduction to boating, boating law, vessel safety equipment, safe boating, navigation, mishaps and emergencies.
Class sizes are limited. Visit uscgaux-ocnj.org or call (609) 399-4299 to enroll or for further information.
Unlocking ocean,
Business Plunge
OCEAN CITY – The annual Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge will be at noon Friday, May 24 at the Ninth Street beach.
After officials turn the key to “unlock” the ocean, participants dressed in business suits carry briefcases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance to welcome the new season.
‘Bach 2 Broadway’
By Cape Shore
Chorale June 2
OCEAN CITY –
Cape Shore Chorale, under the direction of Scott J. Breiner, presents “Bach 2 Broadway” at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 2998 Bay Ave., Ocean City, at 3 p.m. Sunday, June 2.
The concert will feature Bach’s “Cantata 106” with period instruments, plus selections from Broadway shows including “Phantom of the Opera,” “Pippin,” “Wicked,” “Godspell” and “Mamma Mia.”
Freewill offering. Light refreshments after the concert.
Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Cape May County Board of Commissioners through the Cape May County Division of Culture & Heritage.
Jazz concert
on the beach
SOMERS POINT – The South Jersey Jazz Society Spring Series features the Andrew Neu Big Band performing June 7 on the William Morrow Beach on New Jersey Avene and the Bay in Somers Point. Andrew Neu is a renowned New York based saxophonist who will bring a stellar lineup of 18 of some of the finest first call musicians from the tri-state area when he takes the stage at 7 p.m. for this free outdoor event.
Attendees are encourage to bring a beach chair. The Spring Series is sponsored in part by the Ocean First Bank Foundation and Kramer Beverage. This concert will act a springboard for the 2024 Concert on the Beach series that was recognized in 2023 by USA Today as the best outdoor concert venue in the United States.
For more information call (609) 289-0326 or visit www.southjerseyjazz.org
Ocean City Triathlon,
Duathlon is May 19
OCEAN CITY – The OCNJ Triathlon/Duathlon, a quarter-mile pool swim, 2-mile run, 16-mile bike and 2-mile run is May 19. There is a kids course with an eighth-mile swim, 1-mile run, 8-mile bike and 1-mile run. Pool swim at the Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center is 6 to 8 a.m. The Run/Bike/Run starts 9 a.m. www.ocnj.us/race-events.
Memorial Beach
Challenge May 25
OCEAN CITY – The Memorial Beach Challenge for 31 Heroes is an obstacle course challenge and soft sand adventure race followed by a kids’ fun run. Staging at Ninth Street Beach. For registration information, visit memorialbeachchallenge.com or call (856) 905-0583.
Ocean City
Walking Club
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Walking Club, formed last summer, invites everybody to join weekly walks on the Ocean City Boardwalk on Friday mornings starting May 10.
People of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to meet outside the Ocean City Music Pier at 9 a.m. each Friday to walk the length of the Boardwalk. The Ocean City Healthy Living Advisory Council created the group as a way for people to get healthy and meet new friends.
The Boardwalk is 2.45 miles long, and round trip is (4.9 miles). Walks may take about 90 minutes, but participants are welcome to stop at any point along the route. Starting June 14, the start time will move to 8 a.m. The HLAC asks everybody to grab a coffee or water and “don’t forget to bring your smile.”
For more information, email recreation@ocnj.us.
Fundraiser
May 22 in A.C.
ATLANTIC CITY — The 10th annual Sip, Savor, Support event to benefit Cancer Support Community New Jersey (CSCNJ) is scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, at Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House, 672 N. Trenton Ave. in Atlantic City.
The cost is $60 for a single ticket or $110 for a pair of tickets. The cost includes a gourmet buffet and an open bar with beer, wine and cocktails, as well as a raffle.
This year’s event will take place in the Mile Stretch Beer Garden, an outdoor space with live music performed by Chelsea Rae and The Rescue.
All proceeds go directly to the free support programs at CSCNJ for men, women, teens and children affected by all forms of cancer, at any stage of their cancer journey.
Call (609) 926-2699 or email jessica@cscnj.org for more information.
Tickets will not be sold at the door. Call (609) 926-2699 or visit cscnj.org.
Brutus Fluke
Tournament
SOMERS POINT – The 26th “Brutus” Fluke Tournament will be 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 22. This tournament, initiated in 1999 to honor the memory of avid Bay Fisherman Walter “the Brute” Gregory Sr., has become a yearly tradition for anglers of all ages.
Egg Harbor Township Elks Lodge 2563 and Somers Point AMVETS Post 911 are again combining their efforts. The tournament proceeds support their veterans and handicapped children’s charities. The entry fee is $50 per angler and fishing may be done from boat, pier or beach. This year’s Brutus Tournament will feature $2,050 in cash prizes ($1,000 for first) as well as 12 valuable non-cash prizes. Two additional categories are heaviest striper and heaviest three perch (both $100 prize).
The Somers Point head boat “Duke O’Fluke (609-742-9660) will be offering a morning trip that day returning to dock well before the weigh-in cut off time.
The deadline for registration will be at the end of the 6 p.m. captains meeting Friday, June 21 Registration will include free snacks during registration and a free awards buffet after the tournament. All events and the weigh-in will be at the Egg Harbor Township Elks Lodge, 1815 Somers Pt.-Mays Landing Road, just over the Patcong Creek Bridge in EHT.
To request a registration form or for more information send an e-mail to BrutusBoy6665@aol.com. Registration forms can also be picked up in the Somers Point/Ocean City area at Somers Point Marine, Tight Lines, Gregory’s Bar, Fin-Atics, and other local boating shops.
Senior America
Pageant May 30
AT:ANTIC CITY — Ms. New Jersey Senior America is seeking women 60 years and older to participate in the Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2024.
The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. May 30 at Harrah’s Resort Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City.
Call (609) 412-4980 or (908) 216-8534 or visit newjerseysenioramerica.org for more information.
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. May 13, St. Joseph Church, Somers Point, Family Support and Connections
— 7to 8:30 p.m. May 23, Cape May County Library, Cape May Court House, Family Support Group
Visit namiacm.org or call (609) 741-5125 for more information.
Vet to Vet Café
sets schedule
Angelic Health Veteran Support Services offers Vet-to-Vet Cafes to help connect military veterans to services, support and each other. It is free and open to all veterans.
— 1 to 2 p.m. June 5: Shore Medical Center, 100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point
— 1 to 2 p.m. Sept. 18: Angelic Health Community Outreach Center, 23 Peterson St., Millville
— 1 to 2 p.m. Oct. 2: Shore Medical Center, 100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point
— 1 to 2 p.m. Dec. 18: Angelic Health Community Outreach Center, 23 Peterson St., Millville
Men RSVP to John Prutting at (609) 464-8377 or jprutting@angelichospice.net.
Women RSVP to Philecia Howard at (609) 385-3934 or phoward@angelichospice.net.
Tuesday night
Dances in S.P.
SOMERS POINT – The Dance Society’s Tuesday night dances are at Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1’s hall at 447 Bethel Road, Somers Point.
The dances are 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays featuring live musical duos, light snacks, social dancing, mixers and some line dancing. Cost is $10. “Come out and kick up your heels or just listen to some good music,” a spokes-dancer said. For more information call Rita Voli at (609) 408-3619.
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.
Chamber offers
scholarships
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Chamber of Commerce Education Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications from June 2024 high school graduates planning to pursue a college, university or trade school education.
Scholarship applications and deadlines can be found at capemaycountychamber.com/scholarships.
A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a student from each high school in Cape May County based on the qualifying criteria.
Additionally, home-schooled students are encouraged to apply as well as county resident students who attend high school outside Cape May County and meet all other application criteria.
The Education Foundation provides scholarship opportunity to students in Cape May County who themselves, or whose parents or guardians, are employed by or own a business that is a member of the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce.
Since its formation in 2015, the foundation has awarded more than $73,000 in scholarships.
Applications are accepted only through the chamber’s online portal. Email president@cmcchamber.com for more information.
SPBA to present
scholarship
SOMERS POINT — The Somers Point Business Association has announced that it will award $500 scholarships in spring 2024 in the name of Lou DeScioli to students who work at a business based in Somers Point.
The scholarship awards are inspired by DeScioli, a longtime business and community leader who always believed that a great business is one that strives to make its community better.
All high school seniors and current college students who work at a Somers Point business are eligible to be considered for an award. Applicants must submit an essay of about 500 words describing the impact they have had on the business at which they are employed. The essay should also provide three examples of how their efforts positively affected customer relations and improved business practices.
Essays must be submitted to somerspointba@gmail.com by April 20.
Visit somerspointba.org or email somerspointba@gmail.com for more information.
Senior America
Pageant May 30
AT:ANTIC CITY — Ms. New Jersey Senior America is seeking women 60 years and older to participate in the Ms. New Jersey Senior America Pageant 2024.
The event is scheduled for 1 p.m. May 30 at Harrah’s Resort Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City.
Call (609) 412-4980 or (908) 216-8534 or visit newjerseysenioramerica.org for more information.
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 5 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.