Storm preparedness
topic at AARP
OCEAN CITY – Join Ocean City AARP Chapter 1062 at 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20, at the Ocean City Free Public Library for a panel to discuss storm preparedness.
Panelists are Liberty Kocis, Cape May County health educator, risk communicator, medical reserve communicator; Frank Donato, Office of Emergency Management for Ocean City/Upper Township; Ronnie Town, ACEL Storm Management; and Chris Leusner, director CMC Emergency Management.
All are invited to attend this meeting that is important for area residents, not just AARP members.
At this meeting AARP will be collecting dues. Annual membership is $5.
Tabernacle Baptist
Saturday Fellowship
Temple Stretch, Sept. 28
OCEAN CITY – Please join Tabernacle Baptist Church’s fourth Saturday Fellowship Activities in September.
Temple Stretch (Egoscue Method, Postural Positioning) will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. Bring a towel. Tabernacle Baptist is at the corner of Eighth Street and West Avenue in Ocean City.
Playmates in concert
at Grace Lutheran
SOMERS POINT – The Playmates featuring Scott Breiner and Pamela Whitman will be performing at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, Grace Lutheran Church, Shore Road, Somers Point.
The concert is part of the church’s 100th anniversary year celebration and is open free to the public. A free will offering will be taken to benefit local humane societies. A reception will follow the concert.
Offshore Garden
Club to meet
NORTHFIELD – The Offshore Garden Club will meet at 10 a.m. Sept. 25 at the Northfield (Otto Bruyns) library, 241 W. Mill Road.
There will be a presentation, “Fall Planting for Spring,” at 11 a.m. by a Rutgers master gardener. All are welcome. Contact Janet Toland for any questions at (609) 369-0449 or golfer_nurse@hotmail.com.
Oktoberfest
set for Sept. 27
SOMERS POINT — Grace Lutheran Church is hosting Oktoberfest from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 27 at 11 E. Dawes Ave.
The event will include German food, live music, dancing and a 50-50 drawing.
Tickets are $30 for adults in advance and $35 at the door, $15 for children age 6 to 12 and free for those 5 and under. Adult admission includes food and two drinks (beer or wine) and dessert. Hot dogs will be available for children. Non-alcoholic drinks will also be offered.
Call (609) 927-3082 for tickets.
St. John
Craft Show
and Bake Sale
OCEAN CITY – St. John Lutheran Church will hold its third annual Craft Show & Bake Sale 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21.
The inside show, featuring 25 vendors, will take place in Fellowship Hall and Lounge of the church at 1001 Central Ave., Ocean City.
The sale will feature crafts made by local artisans and will include a bake sale with homemade baked goods made by church members. A book sale table will also be provided by the church with popular titles sold for reasonable prices.
No fee will be charged for entry. The church requests (but does not require) a donation from attendees of a non-perishable item for the community food bank.
For more information, please visit www.stjohnlutheranoc.org.
Pancake breakfast,
Flanders dinnerware
sale Sept. 28
OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Masonic Lodge No. 171 F.&.A.M. is having a pancake breakfast starting at 8 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the lodge, 940 Wesley Ave., where vintage Flanders Hotel dinnerware will be for sale.
Breakfast includes specialty pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee and juice. $12 for adults, $8 children, $10 veterans. Walk-ins welcome. Proceeds benefit the lodge restoration fund.
Between 8 and 11 a.m at the pancake breakfast, vintage dinnerware from The Flanders Hotel will be for sale. The sale includes Buffalo china scroll/wave 9” restaurant ware plate, Buffalo china crest green 6.5” restaurant ware dessert plates, Buffalo china crest green bread plates, Buffalo china green restaurant ware vintage diner coffee cup and saucer, some platters and serving bowls, glass dessert, fruit cup, shrimp cocktail dishes, glass stemware and carafes and table vases.
For information call John at (609) 827-0779.
Original play
at Studio Space
SOMERS POINT – Tom Chin of Ocean City is presenting one of his plays, the comedy “A She Likes It” at Studio;Space at 8 p.m. Sept. 21 and 22 and 3 p.m. Sept. 23.
On this double bill is Sam Sardina’s “Lucky Numbers.”
Tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling Sam at (609) 457-8689 for reservations. Tickets are also available at the door. Cash, check or PayPal accepted. Studio;Space is at 112 Woodland Ave., Somers Point.
Holy Trinity
Fall Festival
OCEAN CITY – Holy Trinity Episcopal Church invites the public to the Fall Festival 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, at 2998 Bay Ave.
Delight in a lunch break and explore a variety of jewelry, crafts, baked goods and attic treasures. Participate in the basket raffles or quilt drawing. Come for a day of fun, create or buy a scarecrow, paint a pumpkin, or pick up some autumnal flowers.
Garden Club
meets Oct. 1
SOMERS POINT – The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, at the Somers Point Senior & Community Center at 22-98 Ambler Road.
Presenter is Carrie Williams, Rutgers master gardener and owner of CW Garden Creations. Topic will be Garden Journaling, an important tool in the garden toolbox. New members welcome. For more information call Pam at (609) 519-3517.
Knight of Columbus
Golf Outing Oct. 14
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP – The 13th Annual Frank Lang Memorial Golf Outing is Monday, Oct. 14, at McCullough’s Emerald Links in Egg Harbor Township. Registration is at 10:30 a.m. The Shotgun start for this Four-Person Scramble Event is at 11:30 a.m. sharp.
A hot dog lunch will be provided at registration and beverages will be available on the course during golf. The fun continues at 5:30 p.m. next door at Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House for a dinner, awards ceremony, and a silent auction with prize baskets galore as well as more fun and festivities.
According to Knights of Columbus Grand Knight Bob “Bam” Bamberger, “Net proceeds from this popular event will allow us to continue sending care packages to our military troops overseas, helping homeless youth at the Atlantic City Covenant House and provide funding for our annual Christmas Feed the Needy program.”
For registration and/or sponsorship call Joe DeFoney at (609) 408-1433, Joe Iudica at (609) 204-7854 or www.kofc9113.com.
Luncheon Oct. 30
benefits FoodBank
LINWOOD — The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) has scheduled its annual Women Fighting Hunger Luncheon for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 30 at Linwood Country Club.
Event organizers aim to raise more than $375,000 statewide to support CFBNJ’s work providing healthy food for residents.
It will include a program, lunch, volunteer hour and networking.
New York Times food writer Melissa Clark will be the event’s featured speaker, simulcast to Linwood from the event in Florham Park. She has written more than 40 cookbooks, including “Dinner in One: Exceptional & Easy One-Pan Meals and Dinner: Changing the Game.” Robin Stoloff will be the program moderator.
The event is open to all. Corporate sponsorship is available. Visit cfbnj.org/luncheon for tickets and sponsorships.
Alateen meets
weekly in Point
SOMERS POINT — Alateen, a program offering guidance for teens affected by alcoholic friends and families, meets at 6 p.m. Wednesdays in the lounge at Grace Lutheran Church, 11 E. Dawes Ave. in Somers Point.
Call (888) 425-2666 or visit al-anon.org/teen-info for more information.
Shiloh Baptist
services Sundays
OCEAN CITY – Pastor Paul extends a heartfelt invitation to join in the 11 a.m. Sunday service at Shiloh Baptist Church, 7E 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.”
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.
Drag show
fundraiser
ATLANTIC CITY — A new fundraiser featuring a drag show and gourmet buffet will benefit Cancer Support Community New Jersey (CSCNJ).
Queen Cabaret is scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. Sept. 19 at Nola’s inside Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City. The cost is $75 for general admission and $100 for VIP seating. The cost includes a gourmet buffet and open bar. There also will be a raffle and 50/50 drawing.
The drag show will be performed by Brittany Lynn and the Philly Drag Mafia.
Call (609) 926-2699 or email jessica@cscnj.org for more information. Cll (609) 926-2699 or visit ticketleap.events/tickets/cscnj/queencabaret for tickets.
Tabernacle Baptist
worship schedule
OCEAN CITY – Monthly services at Tabernacle Baptist Church are 4 p.m. every second Sunday for the remainder of 2024 on the following dates: Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8.
Information to follow on the Fall BBQ Fundraiser. Tabernacle Baptist is at the corner of Eighth Street and West Avenue in Ocean City.
Social Wellness,
Lunch & Learn
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE – Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Cape May County Family and Community Health Sciences (FCHS) Program will hold the virtual Lunch & Learn Program: The 8 Dimensions of Wellness-Social Wellness from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26.
“There are 8 Dimensions of Wellness defined by SAMSHA and this program will focus on the importance of social wellness for better life-balance and stress reduction,” said Chris Zellers, CHS educator/assistant professor. This webinar is part of the Lunch & Learn 10-part series on the 8 Dimensions of Wellness that runs through October. It includes one-hour lessons on physical, environmental, financial, occupational, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and social wellness.
Participants who view an entire webinar and complete the five-minute questionnaire will be entered to win one of 15 fit bits.
Lunch & Learn programs allow viewers a chance to have lunch, while at work or at home, and learn about a variety of wellness topics at the same time. Please register in advance for this program at: https://go.rutgers.edu/jzar54lq.
Unique Experiences
Club Opera Dinner
SOMERS POINT – The Somers Point Unique Experiences Club will host the second Opera Dinner at 7 p.m. Oct. 16 at Gregory’s Restaurant, 900 Shore Road, Somers Point.
This event will feature three professional opera singers accompanied by a award winning keyboardist performing some of opera most famous arias. The evening will also feature a four-course Italian dinner. Cost is $50 per person. Seating is limited.
This event is sponsored in part by Marci Ragone, Bob Shore Chuck and Debbie Westcott, and Nick Regine. For more information go to Spunique@weebly.com or call (609) 233-1820. For reservation send a check to the Somers Point Unique Experience Club PO Box 564, Somers Point, NJ 08244. Make sure to include your phone number and email address.
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. Oct. 14, St. Joseph Church, Somers Point, Family Support Group
— 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 14, St. Joseph Church, Somers Point, Connections
— 7 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 22, Sept. 26, Oct. 24, 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. 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.
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.