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Weekly News ~ Archive April 2019

DAILY & WEEKLY HAPPENINGS:
  
Local Area Public Library
 
Creative Writing, Workshops, Lecture Series, Story Time, Book Club and more...

Avalon  |  Stone Harbor

Recreation Information

There are a wide variety of daily & weekly activities, programs and special events offered by our local recreation departments.

Avalon  |  Stone Harbor

The Wetlands Institute

Weekends are a great time to see what's happening at The Wetlands Institute. Check out their events calendar and join in for an adventure in exploration and discovery!

The Wetlands Institute Calendar

Seasonal Beach Tags

Seasonal beach tags are available via mail, smartphone app or in person. Order before May 31st for pre-season rates!

Avalon  |  Stone Harbor

 

WEEKLY NEWS - 4/26/2019

2019 AVALON BUDGET PRESENTATION:

Zero Increase in Taxes, Water/Sewer, Beach Tags: The Avalon Borough Council formally adopted the 2019 municipal budget on April 10, 2019. The budget includes no increases in municipal taxes, water/sewer rates, or beach tag fees. The budget maintains a healthy surplus, and puts the Borough on a path to eliminate all long term debt, and be essentially debt-free.

Read More: 2019 Avalon Budget

SUMMER CAMPS:
 
It’s that time of year again. Summer is coming up fast and you need to have a plan to keep the kids busy. Here are a few camps in the area that your child or children might be interested in.

Read More: Summer Camps

U.S.C.G. COMMUNITY FESTIVAL:
  
Get ready Cape May County! The USO Show Troupe from New York City will take the stage at this year’s Coast Guard Community Festival on Saturday, May 4 at 1:30 p.m. The four-member troupe will perform American Heartland, a nostalgic journey of American favorites that will get the audiences’ toes tapping and hands clapping. Selections include big band hits of the 1940’s all the way through the top country and pop hits on the radio today.

Read More: Cape May Coast Guard Community Festival

A DAY OF BIRDING:
  
This year the World Series of Birding is on May 11th and the excitement is building as are all thing this 50th Anniversary Celebration year. The fearless Marshketeers at the Wetlands Institute will participate once again to raise money for bird conservation in this annual 24-hr marathon of birding. The more species we see, the more we can do for conservation. The Marshketeers first entered the World Series of Birding in 1992 and we are excited to be keeping the tradition going strong.

Read More: The New Jersey Audubon World Series of Birding

ISLAND EVENTS:

Arbor Day Tree Planting
April 26, 2019
 
Annually, the Avalon Garden Club observes Arbor Day and celebrates this holiday by planting a tree in Avalon. This year the Club will plant a "Pin Oak" tree. The dedication will take place at the site of the 36th Street Island and Dune Drive.

Arbor Day Celebration & Tree Dedication

Author Talk
May 4, 2019

"Cape May County New Jersey: the Making of an American Resort Community" ... Enjoy a lecture at the Avalon History Center given by Dr. Jeffery M. Dorwart, Professor Emeritus, Rutgers University, and author of the book "Cape May County, NJ: The Making of an American Resort Community". Hear and learn about the history of Cape May County from the first recorded discovery by Henry Hudson in 1609 to its emergence as the twentieth century vacation-land.

Cape May County New Jersey: the Making of an American Resort Community

Spring Tide Festival &
Merchant Sidewalk Sale

May 4, 2019
 
Spring Sidewalk Sale throughout Stone Harbor, boats, pirates, good eats, artisans & family fun!

Stone Harbor's Spring Tide Festival

Spring Plant & Bake Sale
May 4-5, 2019

Stop by and peruse through the tables of the many varieties of annuals and perennials in various sizes on sale; as well as baked goods.

Avalon Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale

 

WEEKLY NEWS - 4/19/2019

BRENDAN'S FUND:
 
Brendan's Fund Kicks Off Their 28th Year!

"The Brendan Borek High Tides Memorial Fund - A Pediatric Cancer Fund (aka: Brendan’s Fund) provides non-medical assistance for access to care and other necessities to families in Cape May County and more recently included families from Atlantic County. Your support has been crucial to their assistance of families suffering the effects of pediatric cancer."

More - Brendan's Fund 28th Year

14th Annual Golf Tournament Supporting Brendan's Fund
May 10, 2019
 
Net proceeds from this and all their events go towards an annual contribution to the Brendan Borek endowed fund at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). The Brendan Borek Endowed Fund at CHOP allows them to continue assisting local pediatric cancer patients and their families living in Cape May and Atlantic Counties with access to care necessities.

14th Annual Golf Tournament Supporting Brendan's Fund

CELEBRATE ARBOR DAY:
 
For the homeowner, Arbor Day is an excellent opportunity to take stock of the trees on your property and plan for the future. Think about how planting new trees might improve the look of your property or provide wind or heat protection. The Boroughs strongly encourage the planting of native species adapted to the unique growing conditions on a coastal barrier island.

April 19th: Stone Harbor Arbor Day Celebration & Tree Dedication

April 26th: Avalon Garden Club Annual Arbor Day Tree Planting

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Avalon Easter Egg Hunt
April 20, 2018
 
10am 8th-12th Street Fields.

Avalon Easter Egg Hunt

Earth Day Celebration
April 20, 2019

The Annual Cape May County Earth Day Fair is more than just a day in the park...eco-friendly events, 5k run, 1 mile fun run, live music, children's storytime, hands-on educational exhibits, free entertainment, naturalist walks, food and crafts and more.

Earth Day Celebration

Turtle Fest
April 20, 2019
 
Enjoy a pancake breakfast and activities for the whole family! Go on an egg hunt, create arts and crafts, help a naturalist search for turtle hatchlings along the trail, enjoy special turtle creature feature live animal presentations and stop by the aquarium to say hello to the octopus and watch the animals have breakfast too. Seatings fill up quickly so please reserve ahead of time for breakfast!

Turtle Fest at the Wetlands Institute

Big Band Dance
April 20, 2019
 
Tony DeLuca and the Paisans, Avalon Community Hall, 7pm.

Avalon Big Band Dance

Easter Brunch with the Bunny
April 21, 2019

Join the Reeds for a visit from the Bunny and a spectacular Easter brunch featuring breakfast selections, an omelet station, hot entrees, a carving station, cold salads, seafood and sides, and assorted desserts. Reservations required.

The Reeds at Shelter Haven

 

WEEKLY NEWS - 4/12/2019

IN MEMORIUM:

It is with my deepest regret to announce the recent passing of my beloved Father, Friend and Mentor A. Lewis Purdy III (Lew). He was dearly loved by his family and friends and words cannot express the loss that will be felt by his passing. His exemplary professionalism and extraordinary work ethic were legendary in our community. The leadership that he guided us with will be greatly missed. In his honor we will strive to excel as he would have wished by following the guidance and knowledge that he has so graciously passed on to all. 

For those whose lives he touched, our family is hosting a celebration of life on April 20th at the Reeds at Shelter Haven in Stone Harbor from 1 - 4pm. For those who cannot be present, please take a moment, smell the roses, watch the sunset, hug a friend and kiss a loved one.

Deepest Regards,
Augustus Lewis Purdy IV (Shane) and all the Family at A. Lewis Purdy Real Estate

BRIDGE CLOSING UPDATE: 
 
Geotechnical complications have adversely affected the bridge’s completion schedule. It is estimated that the Townsend’s Inlet Bridge will not open before late summer.

More: Townsend's Inlet Bridge Update - Closed Through Late Summer

More: Avalon, Sea Isle Mayors Respond to Closing of Townsend's Inlet Bridge This Summer

SEASONAL BEACH TAGS:
 
Seasonal beach tags are available at a pre-season rate of $23 through May 31st.

Avalon Tags | Stone Harbor Tags

UPCOMING EVENTS:
  
Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps
April 13, 2019
 
The Beach Sweeps occur at 60+ locations, primarily along the NJ shoreline at the same time on the day of the event, unless otherwise noted.

Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps

AHLOA's Community Connections
April 13, 2019
 
Speakers: Dr. Lenore Tedesco, The Wetlands Institute "50th Anniversary Celebration" and Scott Wahl, Borough of Avalon "New Construction Ordinances"

AHLOA's Community Connections

Job Fair
April 13, 2019
 
Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce annual job fair. Some businesses will be interviewing at their own locations.

Chamber of Commerce Job Fair

Avalon Free Public Library Afternoon Tea
April 13, 2019
 
Enjoy a variety of teas and other refreshments while viewing a BBC movie. Registration is required.

Afternoon Tea

Stone Harbor Easter Egg Hunt
April 13, 2019
 
Stone Harbor Volunteer Fire Department, noon - 2pm.

Stone Harbor Easter Egg Hunt

EGGstravaganZOO
April 13, 2019

Visit the Cape May County Park and Zoo for this free event that will feature the Easter Bunny, educational displays, scavenger hunt, crafts and live animal encounters.

Cape May County Park and Zoo

Teatime at The Avalon History Center
April 18, 2019
 
Enjoy tea as they share memories of old Avalon, and make new ones!

Avalon History Center

Arbor Day Celebration & Tree Dedication
April 19, 2019
 
Stone Harbor Elementary School will share songs, stories and poems in honor of the Stone Harbor Police Department.

Arbor Day Celebration & Tree Dedication

Avalon Easter Egg Hunt
April 20, 2018
 
10am 8th-12th Street Fields.

Avalon Easter Egg Hunt

Earth Day Celebration
April 20, 2019

The Annual Cape May County Earth Day Fair is more than just a day in the park...eco-friendly events, 5k run, 1 mile fun run, live music, children's storytime, hands-on educational exhibits, free entertainment, naturalist walks, food and crafts and more.

Earth Day Celebration

Turtle Fest
April 20, 2019
 
Enjoy a pancake breakfast and activities for the whole family! Go on an egg hunt, create arts and crafts, help a naturalist search for turtle hatchlings along the trail, enjoy special turtle creature feature live animal presentations and stop by the aquarium to say hello to the octopus and watch the animals have breakfast too. Seatings fill up quickly so please reserve ahead of time for breakfast!

Turtle Fest at the Wetlands Institute

Easter Brunch with the Bunny
April 21, 2019

Join the Reeds for a visit from the Bunny and a spectacular Easter brunch featuring breakfast selections, an omelet station, hot entrees, a carving station, cold salads, seafood and sides, and assorted desserts. Reservations required.

The Reeds at Shelter Haven

 

WEEKLY NEWS - 4/5/2019

A BIG SWELL OF CHANGE ON THE HORIZON FOR OUR BELOVED NUN'S BEACH:

The Sisters Of The Immaculate Heart Of Mary announce plans for the future...

Letter From Sister James Dolores to The Friends Of Villa Maria By The Sea (PDF)

WATER MAIN FLUSHING PROGRAM:
  
Avalon's semi annual water main flushing program begins Monday, April 22nd.

Avalon's Water Main Flushing Program

CLEAN OCEAN ACTION BEACH SWEEP: 
 
Avalon & Stone Harbor beach sweeps will take place on Saturday, April 13th. Volunteers of all ages are needed to help collect trash and debris from the beach in advance of the summer season.

Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep

LOCAL EVENTS:
  
The Underground Railroad in Cape May
April 6, 2019
 
Visit the History Center and learn how Cape May County played an important part in the Underground Railroad.

The Underground Railroad in Cape May

Celebrate National Library Week
April 7-13, 2019
 
Food for Fines! "Pay" overdue fines with donations of non-perishable canned or packaged items. Each donated item will be equal to $1.00 in fines. This program is for existing fines only; library materials must be returned before the donation can be applied to the fine. Even if you don't have fines, your donations will be most welcome. All items will be donated to the food bank at Holy Redeemer.

Avalon Free Public Library

AHLOA's Community Connections
April 13, 2019
 
Speakers: Dr. Lenore Tedesco, The Wetlands Institute "50th Anniversary Celebration" and Scott Wahl, Borough of Avalon "New Construction Ordinances"

AHLOA's Community Connections

Job Fair
April 13, 2019
 
Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce annual job fair. Some businesses will be interviewing at their own locations.

Chamber of Commerce Job Fair

Avalon Free Public Library Afternoon Tea
April 13, 2019
 
Enjoy a variety of teas and other refreshments while viewing a BBC movie. Registration is required.

Afternoon Tea

Stone Harbor Easter Egg Hunt
April 13, 2019
 
Stone Harbor Volunteer Fire Department, noon - 2pm.

Stone Harbor Easter Egg Hunt

Teatime at The Avalon History Center
April 18, 2019
 
Enjoy tea as they share memories of old Avalon, and make new ones!

Avalon History Center

Avalon Easter Egg Hunt
April 20, 2018
 
10am 8th-12th Street Fields.

Avalon Easter Egg Hunt

Turtle Fest
April 20, 2019
 
Enjoy a pancake breakfast and activities for the whole family! Go on an egg hunt, create arts and crafts, help a naturalist search for turtle hatchlings along the trail, enjoy special turtle creature feature live animal presentations and stop by the aquarium to say hello to the octopus and watch the animals have breakfast too. Seatings fill up quickly so please reserve ahead of time for breakfast!

Turtle Fest at the Wetlands Institute


 

*Calendar is subject to change. Events are current at the time of posting; please visit their corresponding websites for the most up-to-date information, changes or cancellations.

 

A. Lewis Purdy Real Estate Inc.

Specializing in the Sale and Rental of properties in Avalon, Stone Harbor and Sea Isle City, New Jersey.

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