Masonic Lodge
Hoagie sale July 4
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Masonic Lodge No. 171 is hosting an Italian hoagie sale fundraiser Thursday, July 4.
Hoagies are $10 each; soft drinks will be for sale. Pre-ordered hoagies can be picked up from 9 a.m. to noon July 4 at American Legion Post 524, 4562 West Ave., Ocean City. Non-ordered sandwiches will be available until they run out.
Pre-orders encouraged and appreciated by calling or texting John Davis at (609) 827-0779 or Jim Corcoran at (609) 827-3606.
Jersey Tenors with
Pops July 18
OCEAN CITY – The Jersey Tenors will bring an all-new show to the Ocean City Music Pier at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18.
The Jersey Tenors provide an opera/rock mash-up with music from opera classics to groups such as Queen and Elton John and Jersey’s finest like Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Frank Sinatra, Bon Jovi, Bruce Springsteen, Kool and the Gang and Whitney Houston.
Tickets are $52 at ocnj.us/boxoffice. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Ocean City Pops.
Christian Women’s
Club meeting
SOMERS POINT – The Cape-Atlantic Christian Women’s Club meets for lunch at the Greate Bay Country Club in Somers Point at noon July10.
Johnson’s Popcorn will be the feature and speaker is Michelle Kim from New Brunswick who will share her story “A Journey Towards Joy” Cost is $30. Call (609) 628-3157 for reservations.
Pancake breakfast
benefits Boy Scouts
OCEAN CITY — An all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast scheduled for 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday, June 30, at American Legion Post 524, 4562 West Ave., will benefit Ocean City Boy Scout Troop 32.
The cost of $10 for adults and $6 for children includes pancakes, sausage, coffee, tea, orange juice and milk.
Call (609) 425-9494 for more information.
UTBP lifeguard
meet and greet
STRATHMERE — A meet and greet with the Upper Township Beach Patrol is scheduled for 8 a.m. Saturday, June 29, at the Deauville Inn.
The restaurant and the Strathmere Improvement Association will recognize their service with a presentation of gifts, as well as the SIA sponsorship of a $500 scholarship for a member of the beach patrol and hole at their golf tournament.
Summer library
book sale Aug. 17
OCEAN CITY – The Friends and Volunteers of the Ocean City Free Public Library are having a summer book sale in the atrium of the library at 1735 Simpson Ave., Ocean City. Dates and times are:
– 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 17.
Sale is cash only. Please bring a tote bag for purchases. More information at www.friendsvolunteersocfpl.com.
Tabernacle Baptist
worship schedule
OCEAN CITY – Please join Tabernacle Baptist Church kicked off the season May 26 with the “Truth” series.
Additional monthly services will be held at 4 p.m. every second Sunday for the remainder of 2024 on the following dates: 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.
South Seaville
Camp Meeting
Women’s Day
SOUTH SEAVILLE – The Women’s Auxiliary of South Seaville Camp Meeting is sponsoring its 74th annual Women’s Day Thursday, July 25, at 188 Dennisville Road in South Seaville.
This event is free and open to all. Festivities begin at 12:30 p.m. and include cottage tours, Little Acorn Shoppe, History Wagon Ride, bake sale and basket raffle, photo op, prayer tent, and Church and Community Abolition Network display. Rest in the shade of lovely trees, cool off with lemonade at the Bell Tower or visit the Ice Cream Parlor.
An Inspirational Program will be in the open-air Tabernacle at 2:30 p.m. Laura Hunter and Joy Furda will speak on “Finding Peace in the Midst of Your Troubles.” There will be a special white dove release following the program.
Dinner is served in Grove Hall at 4:15 and 5:30 p.m. for $12 per person. The deadline for reservations is July 16 and can be made by calling Barb Whitlock at (609) 472-4687.
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.
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.
People of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to meet outside the Ocean City Music Pier at 8 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. 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.
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. July 8, Aug. 12, St. Joseph Church, Somers Point, Family Support and Connections
— 7 to 8:30 p.m. July 25, Aug. 22, Cape May County Library, Cape May Court House, Family Support Group
Visit namiacm.org or call (609) 741-5125 for more information.
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.
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.